Events

Mother's Day Hike!!! Sunday, May 12th Bring a mother or a loved one who makes you feel at home and explore the beautiful prairies of Richard Bong State Recreation Area.  … Continue reading "Mother’s Day Hike!!"

  Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!! Friday, May 17th Meet a half hour after sunset  - at  8:30 pm - for a quarter moon observation!  In addition to the … Continue reading "Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!!"

Make a Mosaic Birdbath!!! Saturday, May 18th Make a bird bath using pieces of broken pottery and grout!  All supplies will be supplied.  Be creative and make your own design … Continue reading "Make a Mosaic Birdbath!!!"

Kids to the Park Day:  Kite Fly! Saturday, May 18th Meet at Shelter 3 to make your own kite or purchase a pre-made kite!  Enjoy the weather and see if … Continue reading "Kids to the Park Day: Kite Fly!!!"

Adopt a Highway!!! Tuesday, May 21st Please join us for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday, May 21st!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 pm … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway!!!"

Sunset Campground Opens!!! Thursday, May 23rd As of Thursday, May 23rd, all RBSRA campgrounds will be open!! Firewood is sold year-round at the Molinaro Visitor Center/Headquarters parking lot through a … Continue reading "Sunset Campground Opens!!"

Peace Poles & Kindness Rocks!!! Meet behind the Visitor Center to paint peace poles and special kindness rocks!  Put your creative cap on and leave your mark at the park! … Continue reading "Peace Poles & Kindness Rocks!!!"

  Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!! Saturday, May 25th Learn all about our education ambassador reptiles and amphibians!  Watch their feeding routine and learn all about the care … Continue reading "Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!!"

Memorial Day Hike!!! Monday, May 27th Join us for an afternoon spring hike on Memorial Day!  Meet at the Vista Trailhead and prepare to learn about the unique history of … Continue reading "Memorial Day Hike!!!"

Homestead Days Join us for a day celebrating homesteading through the decades! Dress up like an original Brighton settler, play games, and create a nature journal! Meet at 10 a.m. … Continue reading "Homestead Days"