Monday April 20, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

This journey begins with a tour of Lisa Geason-Bauer’s (President of B Corp Evolution Marketing and President of B Local WI) eco-home located in rural western Waukesha County. As a practitioner of sustainability Lisa has been remodeling her 50 + year old home over the last eight years, and the walking tour will showcase all of the different energy efficiency and sustainable living upgrades made to her home. We will also learn about national and regional energy policy, and actions that homeowners can take to reduce their energy burden from Tom Content, Executive Director of the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin.

Our second site visit will be to the Stone Bank Farmers Market store a couple miles away, where participants will be able to purchase a locally sourced lunch from the Farmers Market Cafe and/or Nourish. Guests will tour the farm gardens, and learn about the history of the farm, sustainable agriculture and their partnership with the Faye Gehl Conservation Foundation.

Transportation: Carpool meeting, leave Milwaukee by 10:15 a.m. / on your own (TBD based on registration)
Dress code: Casual, dress for weather
Cost: Free, lunch for additional purchase
Capacity: 15

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Step inside a place where play powers purpose. At Radio Flyer’s LEED Platinum–certified Chicago HQ, Champions Retreat attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at how a 100+ year-old icon reinvented itself by making joy a serious strategy. Hear from Chief Wagon Officer (aka CEO) Robert Pasin as he shares the story of reviving his family’s business from a company that was struggling to a FUNomenal culture that’s earned Fortune’s #1 Place to Work and Fast Company Most Innovative Companies. Tour a one -of- kind workplace where scooters and go-karts race through the halls, recess shows up in meetings, and innovation is fueled by playful thinking. Cap it all off with a photo in front of the world’s largest wagon (yes, really). Come for the inspiration, stay for the proof that purpose, performance, and play can thrive together—and leave ready to bring a little more joy and creativity back to your own organization.

Transportation: Shuttle & carpools between Milwaukee and Radio Flyer HQ in Chicago
Dress code: Casual; play-ready
Note: Family-friendly experience
Cost: $45 USD per person
Capacity: 35

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Join Korinne Haeffel of the U.S. Green Building Council for an immersive tour highlighting Milwaukee’s most innovative sustainable built-environment projects. Weather permitting, the experience will include a walking tour of LEED-certified buildings in the Milwaukee area. Milwaukee is home to exceptional examples of green building, from pioneering mass timber and adaptive reuse projects to high-performance operations and maintenance, including the first project in the United States to earn LEED v5 O+M certification. Through on-the-ground observations and expert insights, Korinne will showcase the strategies, technologies, and community partnerships driving the city’s sustainability progress, offering a firsthand look at how thoughtful design and collaboration are shaping a healthier, more resilient urban future.

Potential tour stops of local green buildings: Baird Center, Fiserv Forum, The Ascent. Final itinerary and tour stops are subject to confirmation and may change.

Transportation: Walking tour
Dress code: Casual; weather-ready
Cost: Free
Capacity: 25

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Begin the Champions Retreat experience with a tour of Milwaukee’s historic and revitalized Bronzeville neighborhood. The journey starts at America’s Black Holocaust Museum, where participants will gain meaningful context about the region’s history, resilience, and cultural legacy. From there, guests will explore the neighborhood, visiting a selection of outstanding Black-owned businesses that are shaping Bronzeville’s vibrant renaissance.

Transportation: Lyft to meeting point
Dress code: Business casual; walking shoes recommended
Cost: $25 USD per person
Capacity: 25

Friday, April 24, 2026
10:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

In collaboration with B Local Illinois, enjoy an immersive Impact Tour that will shine a spotlight on Chicago’s vibrant community of Certified B Corporations. During this multi-stop experience, participants will visit a selection of mission-driven businesses across the city, gaining behind-the-scenes insight into how these companies embed social and environmental impact into their operations.

Dress code: Casual, dress for the weather
Cost: $25 USD per person
Capacity: 25

Tuesday April 21, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Step away from the daily hustle and reconnect with nature during a guided Forest Bathing experience in the Urban Ecology Center (UEC) Riverside Park urban forest. The experience begins with a brief introduction to the UEC and its mission as a nature‑based community organization, followed by a gentle, sensory‑focused journey outdoors.

Participants will enjoy a mindful stroll that emphasizes sensory exploration and grounding in nature, easing into a guided Forest Bathing experience led through slow, intentional prompts and reflective practices. Forest Bathing is a globally recognized, research‑backed wellness practice shown to reduce stress and cortisol levels, boost mood and immunity, improve focus and emotional balance, and deepen connection to the natural world.

Join us to pause, reset, and experience the restorative power of the forest, creating space and calm before stepping into the full Champions Retreat experience.

Transportation: Lyft codes
Dress code: Outdoor attire, dress for weather & work in the dirt
Note: Ages 10 and up are preferred.
Cost: $25 USD per person
Capacity: 24

Tuesday April 21, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Start your 2026 Champions Retreat experience with a hands-on, community-focused pre-conference event in partnership with Hunger Task Force, Milwaukee’s leading anti-hunger organization. Participants will help pack nutritious food boxes distributed to families and seniors across Wisconsin, directly supporting the state’s only free and local food bank. Guests will also have an option to meet in the Hunger Task Force kitchen for a cooking workshop making pancakes, including ingredients from B Corps like King Arthur Baking. Participants will also hear from Tru Earth about their giving model, with insights on how to build meaningful partnerships with food banks. This meaningful blend of service and culinary fun offers a memorable way to give back while savoring local flavor.

Transportation: Lyft codes or group transport
Dress code: Casual
Cost: $25 USD per person + direct food or financial donations encouraged
Capacity: 40

Tuesday April 21, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Join Alliance for the Great Lakes for an Adopt-a-Beach cleanup along Milwaukee River, meeting at Père Marquette Park! We will work together to remove litter from the park and riverwalk and collect valuable data about what we are finding. This data helps scientists study sources of pollution and helps policy makers develop new programs and policies. At the cleanup, Alliance for the Great Lakes staff will discuss the importance of the Great Lakes ecosystem, issues that impact this ecosystem such as plastic pollution, and how community science programs like Adopt-a-Beach play a role in addressing plastic pollution in the Great Lakes. All cleanup supplies will be provided by Alliance for the Great Lakes. Please wear close-toed shoes, dress to be in the elements for a couple of hours, and bring a personal water bottle. There will also be an opportunity for participants to continue conversations and networking at Lakefront Brewery following the cleanup. We hope to see you there!

We will meet at Père Marquette Park, with the cleanup continuing along the riverwalk toward Lakefront Brewery.

Transportation: Meet at cleanup site, Lyft codes available
Dress code: Casual, weather-ready
Cost: Free
Capacity: 40

Tuesday April 21, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Before the 2026 Champions Retreat kicks off, guests are invited to join a special pre-conference experience at local B Corporation, Stone Creek Coffee’s Roastery for an immersive look at Milwaukee’s craft coffee culture, paired with a meaningful service opportunity. Participants will tour the roastery, learn about Stone Creek’s commitment to creating remarkable care through ethical sourcing and sustainable production, and enjoy fresh brews straight from the source. After the tour, attendees will roll up their sleeves for a hands-on sandwich-making activity to support the Guest House of Milwaukee, preparing meals for individuals experiencing homelessness. This warm, community-centered event blends learning, giving back, and remarkable coffee. We hope you’ll join in on their Never Stop Learning journey.

Transportation: Lyft codes provided or group walk from the Hyatt
Dress code: Casual
Cost: $25 USD per person
Capacity: 25

Tuesday April 21, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Join us at Flowers For Dreams in historic Walker’s Point for the floral workshop of your dreams. After a brief behind-the-scenes tour of the studio, participants will be guided through the art and mechanics of designing seasonal event florals. The Flowers For Dreams team will walk you through the key components of floral design — from selecting blooms and incorporating texture to building balanced, eye-catching arrangements. You’ll learn insider tips on color palettes, composition, and the techniques we use to create event-ready pieces.

To make the experience even more special, you’ll be designing arrangements in East Fork pottery vessels for the Opening Reception that evening. Be sure to admire your handiwork (and brag a little) when you see your creation on full display as table centerpieces at the Mitchell Domes. Whether you’re a flower enthusiast or a total beginner, this hands-on workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative, learn something new, and design something truly beautiful.

Transportation: Lyft codes
Dress code: Casual
Cost: $75 USD per person
Capacity: 25

Tuesday April 21, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Start your 2026 Champions Retreat experience with a hands-on, community-focused pre-conference event in partnership with Hunger Task Force, Milwaukee’s leading anti-hunger organization. Participants will help pack nutritious food boxes distributed to families and seniors across Wisconsin, directly supporting the state’s only free and local food bank. Guests will also have an option to meet in the Hunger Task Force kitchen for a cooking workshop making easy scratch pizza, including ingredients from B Corps like King Arthur Baking. Participants will also hear from Tru Earth about their giving model, with insights on how to build meaningful partnerships with food banks. This meaningful blend of service and culinary fun offers a memorable way to give back while savoring local flavor.

Transportation: Lyft codes or group transport
Dress code: Casual
Cost: $25 USD per person + direct food or financial donations encouraged
Capacity: 40

Tuesday April 21, 2026
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Spend your day outdoors making a meaningful impact—cleaning up litter, connecting with others, and enjoying the fresh air. Whether you’re coming on your own or with a group, every pair of hands helps.

About Milwaukee Riverkeeper
We are a community-led, science-backed nonprofit working to protect and improve the health of the waterways in the Milwaukee River Basin. Our mission is to protect, improve, and advocate for water quality, riparian wildlife habitat, and sound land management in the Milwaukee, Menomonee, and Kinnickinnic River Watersheds. We envision a future in which people from all walks of life can enjoy the healthy waterways of the Milwaukee River Basin. Learn more about what we do at milwaukeeriverkeeper.org.

Support Our Work
Generous contributions from people like you make our work possible.When you give, you join a passionate community dedicated to safeguarding southeastern Wiscconsin’s waterways for future generations. Your gift directly advances our mission to protect, improve, and advocate for better water quality and brings us closer to a future in which people from all walks of life can enjoy the healthy waterways of the Milwaukee River Basin.

Participants will receive a free drink at Lakefront Brewery after the cleanups. Please dress for the weather and bring a reusable water bottle!

Transportation: Meet at cleanup site, Lyft codes provided
Dress code: Casual & closed-toe shoes; outdoor attire, weather-ready. Cleanup supplies provided.
Cost: Free (donation optional)
Capacity: 40

Tuesday April 21, 2026
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Spend your afternoon immersed in nature, connection, and hands‑on learning at the Urban Ecology Center’s (UEC) Riverside Park location. The experience begins with an introduction to the UEC and its mission, followed by a service project getting your hands dirty in the community garden.

Start: Introductory Urban Ecology Center Tour (2:00 – 2:45 p.m.)
Kick off the afternoon with a guided tour of the Urban Ecology Center. Learn how the UEC came to be and how its spaces are used by the community today. Participants will explore the Riverside Park branch from an insider perspective, discovering ecological design features, the four‑story viewing tower, and the many ways this space supports education, stewardship, and community connection.

🐌 Community Garden Bed Service Project (2:45-3:45 p.m.)
Get your hands in the dirt and make a tangible impact in Riverside Park’s Community Garden. Volunteers will help prepare and expand more than 3,000 square feet of garden beds for the upcoming growing season. Activities may include pulling weeds, moving logs, adding nutrient‑rich soil, and repurposing natural materials. This hands‑on service project supports fresh food access, community connection, and long‑term sustainability.

UEC provides all tools, work gloves, staff guidance, and project coordination.

🔥 Closing Experience for All: Campfire & S’mores (3:45 – 4:30 p.m.)
All afternoon experiences come together at the campfire for a shared closing gathering around the fire in one of Milwaukee’s favorite outdoor spaces. Connect with fellow participants, reflect on the afternoon, and enjoy simple snacks or gooey s’mores before heading into the evening program. This relaxed, welcoming campfire offers a warm and memorable close to the afternoon and an easy transition into your conference experience.

Transportation: Shuttle or rideshare, meet at Hyatt Regency Lobby
Dress code: Outdoor attire; dress in layers
Note: Family-friendly
Cost: $25 USD per person
Capacity: 40

Tuesday April 21, 2026
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Spend your afternoon immersed in nature, connection, and hands‑on learning at the Urban Ecology Center’s (UEC) Riverside Park location. The experience begins with an introduction to the UEC and its mission, followed by a facilitated networking experience and gathering around a campfire with other participants.

Start: Introductory Urban Ecology Center Tour (2:00 – 2:45 p.m.)
Kick off the afternoon with a guided tour of the Urban Ecology Center. Learn how the UEC came to be and how its spaces are used by the community today. Participants will explore the Riverside Park branch from an insider perspective, discovering ecological design features, the four‑story viewing tower, and the many ways this space supports education, stewardship, and community connection.

🤝 Networking in Nature (2:45 – 3:45 p.m.)
Connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed, outdoor setting designed to encourage conversation and relationship‑building. Expect meaningful connection, fresh air, and space to engage with peers in a natural environment.

🔥 Closing Experience for All: Campfire & S’mores (3:45 – 4:30 p.m.)
All afternoon experiences come together around the Riverside Park’s campfire for a shared closing gathering in one of Milwaukee’s favorite outdoor spaces. Connect with fellow participants, reflect on the afternoon, and enjoy simple snacks or gooey s’mores before heading into the evening program. This relaxed, welcoming campfire offers a warm and memorable close to the afternoon and an easy transition into your conference experience.

Dress code: Casual, dress for weather as this is a fully outdoor experience.
Cost: $25 USD per person
Capacity: 20

Tuesday April 21, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Step away from the daily hustle and reconnect with nature during a guided Forest Bathing experience in the Urban Ecology Center (UEC) Riverside Park urban forest. The experience begins with a brief introduction to the UEC and its mission as a nature‑based community organization, followed by a gentle, sensory‑focused journey outdoors.

Participants will enjoy a mindful stroll that emphasizes sensory exploration and grounding in nature, easing into a guided Forest Bathing experience led through slow, intentional prompts and reflective practices. Forest Bathing is a globally recognized, research‑backed wellness practice shown to reduce stress and cortisol levels, boost mood and immunity, improve focus and emotional balance, and deepen connection to the natural world.

Join us to pause, reset, and experience the restorative power of the forest, creating space and calm before stepping into the full Champions Retreat experience.

Transportation: Lyft codes
Dress code: Outdoor attire, dress for weather & work in the dirt
Note: Ages 10 and up are preferred.
Cost: $25 per person
Capacity: 24

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Step inside a place where play powers purpose. At Radio Flyer’s LEED Platinum–certified Chicago HQ, Champions Retreat attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at how a 100+ year-old icon reinvented itself by making joy a serious strategy. Hear from Chief Wagon Officer (aka CEO) Robert Pasin as he shares the story of reviving his family’s business from a company that was struggling to a FUNomenal culture that’s earned Fortune’s #1 Place to Work and Fast Company Most Innovative Companies. Tour a one -of- kind workplace where scooters and go-karts race through the halls, recess shows up in meetings, and innovation is fueled by playful thinking. Cap it all off with a photo in front of the world’s largest wagon (yes, really). Come for the inspiration, stay for the proof that purpose, performance, and play can thrive together—and leave ready to bring a little more joy and creativity back to your own organization.

Transportation: Shuttle & carpools between Milwaukee and Radio Flyer HQ in Chicago
Dress code: Casual; play-ready
Note: Family-friendly experience
Cost: $45 USD per person
Capacity: 35

Tuesday April 21, 2026
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Spend your afternoon immersed in nature, connection, and hands‑on learning at the Urban Ecology Center’s (UEC) Riverside Park location. The experience begins with an introduction to the UEC and its mission, followed by a service project getting your hands dirty in the community garden.

Start: Introductory Urban Ecology Center Tour (2:00 – 2:45 p.m.)
Kick off the afternoon with a guided tour of the Urban Ecology Center. Learn how the UEC came to be and how its spaces are used by the community today. Participants will explore the Riverside Park branch from an insider perspective, discovering ecological design features, the four‑story viewing tower, and the many ways this space supports education, stewardship, and community connection.

🐌 Community Garden Bed Service Project (2:45-3:45 p.m.)
Get your hands in the dirt and make a tangible impact in Riverside Park’s Community Garden. Volunteers will help prepare and expand more than 3,000 square feet of garden beds for the upcoming growing season. Activities may include pulling weeds, moving logs, adding nutrient‑rich soil, and repurposing natural materials. This hands‑on service project supports fresh food access, community connection, and long‑term sustainability.

UEC provides all tools, work gloves, staff guidance, and project coordination.

🔥 Closing Experience for All: Campfire & S’mores (3:45 – 4:30 p.m.)
All afternoon experiences come together at the campfire for a shared closing gathering around the fire in one of Milwaukee’s favorite outdoor spaces. Connect with fellow participants, reflect on the afternoon, and enjoy simple snacks or gooey s’mores before heading into the evening program. This relaxed, welcoming campfire offers a warm and memorable close to the afternoon and an easy transition into your conference experience.

Transportation: Shuttle or rideshare, meet at Hyatt Regency Lobby
Dress code: Outdoor attire; dress in layers
Note: Family-friendly
Cost: $25 USD per person
Capacity: 40

Tuesday April 21, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Families are encouraged to arrive early and visit the Mitchell Park Domes ahead of the main group arrival. From 5:00–6:00 pm, children can enjoy a special hands-on experience in the Education Center, featuring interactive activities and the chance to see the resident dart frogs. The Children’s Education Center at the Mitchell Park Domes is a hands-on learning space designed to spark curiosity about the natural world in young visitors. It serves as an interactive extension of the Domes’ broader mission to connect the community with nature through engaging educational experiences.

Purpose and experience
The center is built specifically for children of all ages, offering a welcoming environment where families can explore plants, ecosystems, and environmental science in an accessible way.

What families can expect

• Interactive, hands-on exhibits focused on nature and the environment
• Themed displays
• Live educational features (such as the center’s dart frog habitat)
• Self guided tour sheets of the Mitchell Park Domes

Together, these elements create an informal learning environment that complements the Domes’ tropical, desert, and floral displays.

Wednesday April 22, 2026
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.