Upcoming Events

The Impacts of Climate Change on Wisconsin Waters

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:38:22 +0000

When:

Friday, June 1, 2012 - 11:00am - 2:00pm

Location:

Mo’s Irish Pub

10842 W. Bluemound Road

Wauwatosa, WI 53226

See map: Google Maps

Come out to a Senior Water Advocates Network luncheon with a lead forcaster from the National Weather Service to discuss the effects of climate change on our local waters.

The future is now. Climate change has been occurring in Wisconsin for over fifty years and will continue to change into the future. It is already having impacts on the water of Wisconsin and the ecology of our State.

VillageGreen Street Fair

admin — Wed, 23 May 2012 21:18:38 +0000

When:

Saturday, June 2, 2012 - 9:00am - 3:00pm

Location:

Village of Wauwatosa

7600 W State Street

Wauwatosa, WI 53213

See map: Google Maps

VillageGreen Street Fair is a family-oriented outdoor festival that aims to provide information about green, organic, and eco-friendly products and services. Companies, artisans, entertainers, and speakers blend together in a fun and friendly environment to promote global interests and personal well-being.

National Trails Day

admin — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:16:02 +0000

When:

Saturday, June 2, 2012 - 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location:

Gateway Park

2176 N. Riverboat Rd

Milwaukee, WI 53202

See map: Google Maps

National Trails Day® is a celebration of trails that evolved from the report of President Ronald Reagan's President's Commission on Americans Outdoors. In 1987, the report recommended that all Americans be able to go out their front doors and within fifteen minutes, be on trails that wind through their cities or towns and bring them back without retracing steps.

105 Days of Summer Kickoff

admin — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 20:22:26 +0000

When:

Saturday, June 2, 2012 - 11:00am - 4:00pm

Location:

McKinley Park Pavilion

1600 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive

Milwaukee, WI 53202

See map: Google Maps

105 Days of Summer begins Saturday, June 2 at the McKinley Park Pavilion (Across from the Alterra on Lincoln Memorial Drive) with an Event Opening Celebration and the kickoff to The Oak Leaf Discovery Tour. The Tour is a new event that leads bicyclists and trail users to 14 Milwaukee County Parks attractions along the Oak Leaf Trail.

Spring 2012 Weed-Out at Kinnickinnic River Parkway

admin — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:58:28 +0000

When:

Saturday, May 5, 2012 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Saturday, May 19, 2012 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Saturday, June 2, 2012 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Location:

Kinnickinnic River Parkway

2500 S 51st Street

Milwaukee, WI

See map: Google Maps

Meet at the bridge at 51st Street. Please wear appropriate attire, long pants and sturdy shoes. On day of event call (414) 702-7288 for directions or latest information. Group and company participation welcome! For the full Spring Weed-Out schedule follow the link below:

Outpost Cheese Tasting & Movie Party

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:22:04 +0000

When:

Sunday, June 3, 2012 - 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Location:

Charles Allis Art Musuem

1801 N Prospect Ave

Milwaukee, WI 53202

See map: Google Maps

Outpost Natural Foods is throwing Milwaukee Riverkeeper a fundraiser as part of their Community Partners program!

Milwaukee Riverkeeper is Outpost Natural Foods' Community Partner for the glorious season of spring. Join us as we partake in a Wisconsin cheese tasting from 1pm-2pm and then watch the educationally entertaining movie Waterlife from 2pm-3:30pm.

Taste of the Great Lakes 2012

admin — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 18:17:42 +0000

When:

Thursday, June 7, 2012 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Location:

Columbia Yacht Club

111 N. Lake Shore Dr.

Chicago, IL 60601

See map: Google Maps

All are welcome to join the Alliance as we celebrate the Great Lakes at our Annual Taste of the Great Lakes.

GWG bike outing for Oak Leaf Discovery Tour

admin — Wed, 23 May 2012 20:58:47 +0000

When:

Saturday, June 9, 2012 - 10:30am

Location:

South Shore Park

2900 South Shore Drive

Milwaukee, WI 53207

See map: Google Maps

Get out, get active, and join fellow Sierra Club members as we celebrate the 105 Days of Summer with a leisurely, family-friendly bike ride on a picturesque segment of the Oak Leaf Trail. We’ll meet at South Shore Park and ride the eight miles to Grant Park and back again.

2012 Milwaukee River Marathon

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:43:26 +0000

When:

Sunday, June 10, 2012 - 10:00am - 2:00pm

Location:

Milwaukee River from Estabrook Park to Laacke & Joys

4400 N. Estabrook Dr.

Milwaukee, WI 53211

See map: Google Maps

The Milwaukee River Marathon is a 5 mile canoe or kayak marathon that runs from Estabrook Park in Shorewood to Laacke & Joys in Milwaukee and is open to any participants. The marathon will roughly last between 1-2 hours depending on experience and pace.

Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters 10th Anniversary Celebration

admin — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:11:47 +0000

When:

Friday, June 15, 2012 (All day)

Location:

Lussier Family Heritage Center

3101 Lake Farm Road

Madison, WI 53711

See map: Google Maps

In 2002, WLCV was created to give a political voice to our state’s environment. Ten years later, thanks to you and our other supporters, we’ve grown to be a leader among Wisconsin’s diverse conservation community and a vital force at the State Capitol.

Treasures of Oz

admin — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:00:21 +0000

When:

Saturday, June 16, 2012 - 9:00am - 3:00pm

Location:

Bratt Woods

1618 East Cedar Creek Road

Grafton, WI 53024

See map: Google Maps

2012's Treasures of Oz event will center on water! Join Milwaukee Riverkeeper and other environmental groups as we showcase the beautiful waters of Ozaukee County.

Adopt-a-Beach™: Web Based Tier One Introductory Training

admin — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:20:21 +0000

When:

Monday, June 18, 2012 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Location:

Online only

See map: Google Maps

Once registered, you will receive a reminder email. Save this email for accessing the training on the training date, or choose to add the training to your calendar. If you have troubles registering, email Nate at ndrag@greatlakes.org.

Locally Grown, Nationally Known - A Celebration

admin — Wed, 23 May 2012 21:13:19 +0000

When:

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Urban Ecology Center Community Room

1500 E. Park Place

Milwaukee, WI 53211

See map: Google Maps

Locally Grown and Nationally Known is our celebration of local food, sustainability and the grassroots activism of the Sierra Club – John Muir Chapter staff and volunteers. Members and friends of the Chapter will prepare appetizers inspired by local ingredients from the Farmer’s market and back yard gardens.

3rd annual Run for the Parks

admin — Tue, 29 May 2012 16:21:32 +0000

When:

Tuesday, July 24, 2012 - 6:30pm

Location:

Humboldt Park

3000 South Howell Avenue

Milwaukee, WI 53207

See map: Google Maps

Lace up your shoes and get ready to support your local parks at Humboldt Park on Tuesday, July 24th 2012 at 6:30 for the 3rd annual "Run for the Parks"!

Online early registration is now open until Friday June 1st at 11pm! Only a limited number of early registrations are available (30) at the discounted rate of $20!

13th Anniversary Hank Aaron State Trail 5k Run / Walk

admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:29:39 +0000

When:

Saturday, August 11, 2012 - 7:00am

Location:

Hank Aaron State Trail

South 1st Place

Milwaukee, WI 53204

See map: Google Maps

Held each August, the Hank Aaron State Trail 5k Run / Walk is a great way to enjoy the Trail. The course starts in the shadow of Miller Park, travels through the Menomonee Valley along Canal Street, and winds its way on the Trail along the river finishing again near Miller Park.

MEC Board Meeting

admin — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:32:38 +0000

When:

Wednesday, May 9, 2012 - 9:30am - 11:30am

Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 9:30am - 11:30am

Wednesday, September 12, 2012 - 9:30am - 11:30am

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 - 9:30am - 11:30am

Location:

Milwaukee Environmental Consortium

1845 N Farwell Ave Suite 100

Milwaukee, WI 53202

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Milwaukee Environmental Consortium board member meeting in the conference room at the MEC offices.

Schlitz Park 5K Challenge

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:07:09 +0000

When:

Thursday, September 13, 2012 - 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Location:

Schlitz Park

1555 N. RiverCenter Dr.

Milwaukee, WI 53212

See map: Google Maps

On Thursday, September 13, 2012, the Schlitz Park 5K Challenge will kick off the Milwaukee River Challenge Weekend. There will be two races that day: the scenic 5K course beginning and ending at Schlitz Park and a one mile family fun job/walk that circles the grounds. Awards will be given to the top 3 males in each 5-year age group and top 3 females in each 5-yaer age group. Get a T-shirt befo

MEC Board Meeting

admin — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:32:38 +0000

When:

Wednesday, May 9, 2012 - 9:30am - 11:30am

Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 9:30am - 11:30am

Wednesday, September 12, 2012 - 9:30am - 11:30am

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 - 9:30am - 11:30am

Location:

Milwaukee Environmental Consortium

1845 N Farwell Ave Suite 100

Milwaukee, WI 53202

See map: Google Maps

Milwaukee Environmental Consortium board member meeting in the conference room at the MEC offices.

Solar Thermal Conference

admin — Tue, 29 May 2012 16:12:51 +0000

When:

Thursday, December 6, 2012 (All day) - Friday, December 7, 2012 (All day)

Location:

Hilton Hotel

509 West Wisconsin Avenue

Milwaukee, WI 53203

See map: Google Maps

Today we're announcing the official launch of SolarThermalConference.org. This website will feature all the information you need to know regarding the yearly Solar Thermal Conference.