At Waukesha County’s Retzer Nature Center education is the key”. Retzer is dedicated to providing hands-on outdoor / environmental educational opportunities for school groups, families and adults through public and private programs. Retzer Nature Center strives to create awareness and appreciation of the environment in all patrons and visitors.
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St. John’s Pond Park is a 3.5 acre park on the shores of Lake Nagawicka. The key features of this park are a Fishing Pier on Nagawicka lake, St. John’s pond, and the city owned Dam. There is a biking and hiking trail, picnic facilities, fishing area, restrooms, ice skating in the winter. Off street parking is available.
This park provides a good starting point to see the Veterans Memorial River Walk.
Additional parking is available at the post office accross the street.
The Waukesha County Park System is a natural resource-based park system that demonstrates stewardship, while providing recreational and educational opportunities.