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River Bend Nature Center Programs include activities such as paddling a canoe, cross-country skiing, participating in a guided bird watch, and hiking. Programs take place in the River Bend Nature Center setting, which includes 78 acres and two activity buildings, almost 4,000 feet of Root River frontage, river-bottom land, ponds and uplands hardwoods, and miles of hiking trails. Most species of birds and animals native to southeast Wisconsin can be found on the property.

River Bend Nature Center, Inc., is a non-profit corporation formed to rescue River Bend and to continue and expand the mission of outdoor recreation and environmental education. River Bend Nature Center experience has been part of the citizens of Racine County since John F. Kennedy was President, and for almost 50 years it was operated by the Racine YWCA. The property is owned by Racine County and operated without tax dollars by River Bend Nature Center, Inc., which is self-sustaining through private support, program revenue, special events, and equipment and facilities rental. Through a public-private partnership with Racine County, River Bend Nature Center, Inc., is intended to keep this resource as a secure and important part of the quality of life in southeast Wisconsin. Most volunteers are retired professionals, including teachers, engineers, and skilled trades people possessing many skills.

Last updated February 28, 2026.