Nature Explorer Family Club:  Branching Out!!! Tuesday, July 9th Tall trees, short trees, fallen trees and snags - each one plays an important part in the forest ecosystem!  Join us and learn about our amazing trees. Nature Explore Family Club is for children ages 5-10 accompanied by an adult (or car pool group with one … Continue reading "Nature Explorer Family Club:  Branching Out!!!"

2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Day 3! BNA is proud to once again be a host site/training center for the Master Naturalist Volunteer Training Program!  The program is under the authority of the UW Extension System and training will be held at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA.) Classes will be held … Continue reading "2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Day 3!"

Knee High Naturalist: Over in the Meadow (Animals)!!! Thursday, July 11th Learn about the animals that live and rely on the meadows for shelter.  Bring your 3 to 5 year old and enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration! Meet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group, varied ages, or any special circumstances, … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist: Over in the Meadow (Animals)!!!"

  WI Explorer Book Program - New Event!!! July 13th Join together with other kids and our Natural Resources Educator to complete your WI Explorer Book Program! Patches will be earned at the end of the Program!! This is a new event at RBSRA.  Join our Educator, Emily, as she introduces the newly updated WI … Continue reading "WI Explorer Book Program – New Event!!!"

Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!! Saturday, July 13th Meet a half hour after sunset  - at  9:00 pm - for a quarter moon observation!  In addition to the quarter moon, we will be looking at stars and planets, if visible.  Bring binoculars or take a peek through a telescope.  Be sure to ask our … Continue reading "Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!!"

2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Day 4! BNA is proud to once again be a host site/training center for the Master Naturalist Volunteer Training Program!  The program is under the authority of the UW Extension System and training will be held at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA.) Classes will be held … Continue reading "2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Day 4!"

2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Day 5! BNA is proud to once again be a host site/training center for the Master Naturalist Volunteer Training Program!  The program is under the authority of the UW Extension System and training will be held at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA.) Classes will be held … Continue reading "2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Day 5!"

  Adopt a Highway!!! Tuesday, July 16th Please join us for Adopt A Highway on Tuesday, July 16th!  Please arrive at the RBSRA Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 pm to get your safety vest and other gear. Please wear bright colors, apply tick protection, wear proper footwear and bring water! For everyone's safety, … Continue reading "Adopt A Highway!!!"

2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Final Training Day & Last Day Celebration! BNA is proud to once again be a host site/training center for the Master Naturalist Volunteer Training Program!  The program is under the authority of the UW Extension System and training will be held at Richard Bong State Recreation Area … Continue reading "2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Final Training Day & Last Day Celebration!"

Compass Introduction!!! Friday, July 19th Learn the basics of using a compass and try a few orienteering games! Learn to set a bearing and use your compass to find various directions. This activity is recommended for kids ages 8 and older and adults.  Kids attending must have an accompanying adult.  Meet at the Visitor Center. … Continue reading "Compass Introduction!!!"