Bong Naturalist Association (BNA) and Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA) wish you all a very Happy Halloween!

Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!! Saturday, November 1st Learn all about reptiles and amphibians and meet a few special animal ambassadors up close! Learn about each animals’ unique … Continue reading "Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!!"

Make Your Own Seed Paper!!! Saturday, November 8th Drop in between 10:00 am and 12:00 noon to discover the process of paper making. Melody Orban, our volunteer Master Gardner, will … Continue reading "Make Your Own Seed Paper!!!"

Knee High Naturalist:  Getting Ready for Winter Thursday, November 13th Bring your 3 to 5 year old, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about how the … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist:  Getting Ready for Winter"

Fall Seed Scatter!!! Saturday, November 15th Meet our Natural Resources Educator, Emily, at the Visitor's Center for a fun seed project!  This seasonal craft and hike is perfect for all ages! … Continue reading "Fall Seed Scatter!!!"

Photo Courtesy Schlitz Audubon website   Schlitz Audubon Presents:   Eagles & Friends Sunday, November 23th Time:  1:00 - 2:00 pm Please join the Schlitz Audubon educators for a special interactive … Continue reading "Schlitz Audubon Presents: Eagles & Friends"

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) & … 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, … 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 - … Continue reading "BNA/RBSRA’s Annual Winter Greenery Classes!!! 9:00 am – Swags/Wreaths & 11:30 am – Porch Pots"