jonj03
Aug 3, 20182 min
August; the “Sunday” of Summer. Kids are getting ready to go back to school, the busy Summer is slowing down, and it feels like Fall is right around the corner! While it may feel like Summer is coming to an end, there is still plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful weather and all of the outdoor activities that Milwaukee offers! Milwaukee is known for its concerts & festivals, but the options for outdoor adventure is just another reason why our city is a perfect travel destination! Get your paddles, hiking shoes and beach attire ready for a weekend of adventure! Check out some of these outdoor exploration ideas while planning your next trip to Milwaukee!
Urban Ecology Center
"The Urban Ecology Center fosters ecological understanding as inspiration for change,
neighborhood by neighborhood."
Spend a day with the kids learning about wildlife & nature through various interactive events! Visit their website, https://urbanecologycenter.org/ to learn more!
Riverside Park
1500 E. Park Place
Milwaukee, WI 53211
(414) 964 - 8505
uec@urbanecologycenter.org
Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 9am - 7pm
Friday-Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: Noon - 5pm
Washington Park
1859 N. 40th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 344-5460
tevans@urbanecologycenter.org
Hours:
Tuesday-Thursday: Noon - 7pm
Friday: Noon - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday & Monday: Closed
Menomonee Valley
3700 W. Pierce Street
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 431 - 2940
gholstein@urbanecologycenter.org
Hours:
Tuesday-Thursday: Noon - 7pm
Friday: Noon - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday & Monday: Closed
McKinley Marina
The Summer fun never ends at the McKinely Marina! Whether you want to go boating, biking, or fly a kite with the kids, there is plenty of outdoor entertainment for all!
Visit https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/Parks/Explore/Lakefront/McKinley-Marina to plan your next outdoor adventure near Lake Michigan!
Milwaukee County Parks HQ
9480 W Watertown Plank Rd, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
(414) 257-7275
HOURS - M-F: 8:30am-4:30pm
Veteran’s Park
Looking for a place to walk, run, or bike with beautiful views!? Veteran’s Park has the perfect trail that will take you along the Lakefront, near the Summerfest Grounds. (The early bird gets the worm! Set your alarm early enough and catch the breathtaking sunrise over Lake Michigan!) This is also a hot spot for all the fisherman! Visit https://county.milwaukee.gov/files/county/parks-department/Park-Maps/Veterans1.pdf to map out your run along the Lakefront.
River Kayaking
Get your paddles ready! Whether you prefer solo kayaking, tandem kayaking, paddle boarding, or canoeing, the Milwaukee Kayak Company has all of the equipment needed to enjoy a day on the water!
Check out rental & reservation info by visiting https://milwaukeekayak.com/.
(414) 301-2240
Bublr Bikes
Travel around the city by bike with a Bublr Bike! Locations all around the city make it convenient to get from Point A to Point B. Simply PAY, RIDE, RETURN & REPEAT until you can't pedal anymore! Visit https://bublrbikes.org/ to learn more and plan your bike route throughout Milwaukee!
Email: info@bublrbikes.org
(414) 931-1121
Bradford Beach
Get your bikini, beach ball & beer ready for Beach Day! Whether you’re looking for an activity like volleyball or just want to relax on the beach, Bradford Beach is the place to be!
Bradford Beach House
2400 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53211
(414) 344-8644
http://bradfordbeachmke.com/main.html
We provide complimentary shuttle service around Milwaukee for our guests & our concierge and staff members are happy to help you plan your adventures!
Enjoy your outdoor adventures throughout Milwaukee!
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