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Explore County Grounds Park with your family!
There is a new book hike in County Grounds Park through September, changing every other month. From 87th and Watertown Plank Road go north, then west 0.5 miles on 87th Street and park at the blue square "P." Hike a block, back east to a gravel road that goes south. The trail quickly veers left (east) again into the woods.
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Bring some youth and check it out soon! Wander the trail to discover stories and colorful illustrations that bring each stop to life - making reading fun while enjoying nature and the outdoors.
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Since 2024, County Grounds Book Hikes have been financially sponsored by the Wauwatosa Youth Commission, in coordination with Tosa's All-City Read, Friends of County Grounds Park, and Milwaukee County Parks.
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Tours:
​Tour sign ups are typically posted the month before the tour is offered. Sign-up links with full descriptions will appear above on this page.​
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Volunteer Opportunities:
Whether individuals or groups, we have pre-planned and custom-tailored activities for you! Ideal for scout groups, school groups, social groups, church groups, and corporate team-building.
Opportunities include but are not limited to environmental enhancement, wildlife study/education, invasive species mitigation, spring trash cleanup, health & wellness activities, outdoor classrooms, native plant seeding, habitat preservation, expert-led tours, community outreach, historical infrastructure restoration, cemetery stewardship, fundraising, and communications.
With over 100 unique acres including old-growth forest; rolling prairies; ponds, creeks and wetlands; 2 cemeteries; century-old landscaping inspired by Fredrick Law Olmsted; diverse wildlife habitat supporting several at-risk species - we can find an opportunity that matches your passion.
Also actively seeking corporate sponsorships including sponsor-brand support.


County Grounds Park / Sanctuary Woods
Volunteer Invasives Removal
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Appropriate for all ages. Perfect for scouting groups, work groups, and other associations looking for teambuilding / volunteer activities
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No experience needed, training and supervision will be provided
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Got questions? Send email to friendsofcountygroundspark@gmail.com


Photo Credit Eddee Daniel https://www.flickr.com/photos/eddeedaniel/albums/72157623843201347
Buckthorn is an invasive species that has taken over much of Sanctuary Woods and interrupted the regeneration cycle of the old-growth forest.
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A summary of some 2019 and 2020 events can be found here:
​​Friends Group Monthly Meetings:
Friends of County Grounds Park holds regular monthly meetings. Send email for time and location
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All are welcome to join, standing committees/topics include park improvement, communications, signage, wildlife, outdoor classroom, youth engagement, and health/wellness
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Recent Newsletters:
March 2021 Newsletter Link
September 2021 Newsletter Link
September 2022 Newsletter Link
November 2022 - Christmas Bird Count
December 2023 - Christmas Bird Count
September 2024 Newsletter Link