Thursday, November 27th The Bong Naturalist Association (BNA) and the staff of Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA) extend our best wishes for a very Happy Thanksgiving holiday.

Courtesy Tom Harper   Due to Saturday's weather conditions, this is event has been cancelled.  Thanks so much for your understanding!  Astronomy Observation:  Solar Viewing (1 - 3 pm) & Star Gazing (5- 8 pm) Saturday, November 29th   Join us on Saturday, November 29th, to celebrate the sky at Richard Bong State Recreation Area! … Continue reading "Astronomy Observation:  Solar Viewing (1 – 3 pm) & Star Gazing (5- 8 pm) – Cancelled Due to Weather!"

Photo Courtesy Tom Harper   Due to Saturday's weather conditions, this is event has been cancelled.  Thanks so much for your understanding!  Astronomy Observation:  Star Gazing (5- 8 pm) Saturday, November 29th Join us on Saturday, November 29th, to celebrate the sky at Richard Bong State Recreation Area! Bring your telescope or binoculars and learn … Continue reading "Astronomy Observation:  Star Gazing (5- 8 pm) – Cancelled Due to Weather!"

BNA/RBSRA's Annual Winter Greenery Classes!!! Saturday, December 6th 9:00 am - Swags & Wreaths   Class #1:  9:00 am - 11:00 am:  Swags & Wreaths Class #2:  11:30 am - 1:30 pm:  Porch Pots   Join us for our annual Winter Greenery Classes.  Use natural greenery from the park to create beautiful door decorations, porch … Continue reading "BNA/RBSRA’s Annual Winter Greenery Classes!!! 9:00 am – Swags/Wreaths & 11:30 am – Porch Pots"

  RBSRA Annual Winter Greenery Classes! Saturday, December 6th:  Porch Pots Class #1:  9:00 am - 11:00 am:  Swags & Wreaths Class #2:  11:30 am - 1:30 am:   Porch Pots Join us for our annual Winter Greenery Classes.  Use natural greenery from the park to create beautiful door decorations, porch pots and more! There is … Continue reading "BNA/RBSRA’s Annual Winter Greenery Classes!!! 9:00 am – Swags/Wreaths & 11:30 am – Porch Pots"

First Day of 2026 Hike at RBSRA Thursday, January 1st Time:  1:00 - 3:00 pm Ring in the new year at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA) with a celebratory annual First Day hike around the green trail. Join the RBSRA/DNR Educator for a group hike along the green trail (trail may change due to … Continue reading "First Day of 2026 Hike at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA)"

  Knee High Naturalist:  Wonders of Winter!!! Thursday,  January 15th Bring your 3 to 5 year old, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about the wonders of winter!  Enjoy a story, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! Meet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group, varied ages … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist:  Wonders of Winter!!!"

  Return to Romance & Candlelight Hike  Saturday, February 7th Mark your calendars for BNA's annual Return to Romance event!   There will be sweets to eat, warm beverages to comfort your tummy, a gentle nature stroll in the park, a glowing campfire outside, soft music inside performed by local amateur musicians, and lots of friends … Continue reading "Return to Romance & Candlelight Hike"

Owl Babies - Great Horned Owl   Knee High Naturalist:  Owl Babies!!! Thursday,  February 12th Bring your 3 to 5 year old, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about owl babies!  Enjoy a story, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! Photo: Perseus - Barred Owl - Schlitz Audubon Meet … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist:  Owl Babies!!!"

  Knee High Naturalist:  Fox and Friends!!! Thursday,  March 12th Bring your 3 to 5 year old, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about foxes and their friends!  Enjoy a story, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! Meet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group, varied ages … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist:  Fox and Friends!!!"