BNA | Bong Naturalist Association
Friends of Richard Bong State Recreation Area
Courtesy of Tom Harper Astronomy Viewing Saturday, April 5th Richard Bong State Recreation Area’s (RBSRA) volunteer astronomer, Tom Harper, will bring his telescopes out to Parking Lot F and lead an astronomy viewing program! Stop by to expand your knowledge of the universe and take a peek through some special scopes. Meet at … Continue reading "Astronomy Viewing"
Adopt a Highway - 2025 Kick-Off!!! Tuesday, April 15th Please join us for our first 2025 Adopt a Highway on Tuesday, April 15th! Please arrive at the Bong 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 … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway – 2025 Kick-Off!!"
Knee High Naturalist – Earth Day Everyday!!! Saturday, April 19th Bring your 3 to 5 year old, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about our precious Earth!!! Enjoy a story, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! Meet at Shelter 1. If you have a large group, varied … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist – Earth Day Everyday!!! Now on Saturday!"
Breakfast with the Cranes!!! A New Event at RBSRA! Saturday, April 26th Bring your own beverage, and meet at Parking Lot F and the Observation tower early … Continue reading "Breakfast with the Cranes!!! A New Event at RBSRA!"
Adopt a Highway!!! Tuesday, April 29th Please join us for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday, April 29th! Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 … Continue reading "Adopt A Highway!!!"
Astronomy Day!!! Saturday, May 3rd Solar Observation and Telescope Clinic 2:00 - 4:00 pm Night Sky Observation 7:00 - 10:00 pm Celebrate the both the sun and night … Continue reading "Astronomy Day!!! Solar Observation (2-4 pm) & Night Sky Observation (7-10 pm)"
Astronomy Day!!! Saturday, May 3rd Solar Observation 2:00 - 4:00 pm Night Sky Observation 7:00 - 10:00 pm We celebrated the sun earlier today - now let's celebrate … Continue reading "Astronomy Day!!! Night Sky Observation (7-10 pm)"
Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!! Tuesday, May 6th Make a difference while enjoying a social evening by joining the BNA for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday, May 6th! … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway with the BNA"
Bubbles, Breezes & Pebbles!!! Saturday, May 10th Drop in to enjoy the spring weather by flying a kite, dancing with a bubble wand, and/or painting friendship rocks! Kites can … Continue reading "Bubbles, Breezes & Pebbles!!!"
Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!! Saturday, May 10th Learn all about reptiles and amphibians and meet a few special animal ambassadors up close! Learn about each animals’ … Continue reading "Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!!"