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SUMMARY:Pond Peeking!
DESCRIPTION:Pond Peeking:  3-4 p.m.\nPrepare to get your feet wet as you catch\, observe\, and release amphibians and aquatic macro-invertebrates. \nLet’s learn to catch and identify frogs\, dragonfly larvae\, and other unique\naquatic life! All ages welcome! Meet near Urban Pond and Shelter 2. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/pond-peeking-2/
LOCATION:Shelter #2\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T211817Z
UID:6578-1693659600-1693670400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Solar Viewing Today!!
DESCRIPTION:Solar Viewing Today! \nDrop in and see the Sun through special telescopes which are designed to safely look at the Sun and learn about our star. \nTom\, our very knowledgeable volunteer\, will share his special telescopes and answer any questions that you may have. \nSee if you can notice sunspots or maybe even solar flares! \n1:00 – 4:00 p.m. if the Sun is out and skies are clear! \n**Meet in the Urban Pond parking lot near the entrance to the Nature Explore Classroom (NEC.) \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/solar-viewing-today-4/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230807T211455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T212529Z
UID:6637-1693659600-1693672200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Stump Fiddle Fun!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nStump Fiddle Fun \nWorkshop:  Shelter 1:  1 – 2:30 p.m.\nConcert:  Amphitheater:  3 p.m. \nWhat is a stump fiddle? It melds percussion and string instruments; it is in no way a fiddle. Most commonly\, the homemade instrument consists of bells\, door springs\, and a pie tin. We will follow the workshop with a concert featuring the Stanfield Family singers. Please join us for an afternoon of fun\, creativity\, and music as we make our own Stump Fiddles and simple percussion instruments. \n$25 Stump Fiddle kits for purchase.  Free Percussion Instruments to make. The concert is free as well\, so come on down to the Amphitheater! \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/stump-fiddle-fun/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230807T205606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T200204Z
UID:6634-1693663200-1693666800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Snake Encounter!!
DESCRIPTION:Live Snake Encounter! \nLearn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/6634/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230626T195908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T211850Z
UID:6585-1693688400-1693693800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Observe the Night Sky - Open Astronomy Tonight!
DESCRIPTION:Open Astronomy Tonight! \nIf the skies are clear\, drop in to observe the incredible night sky using special telescopes and binoculars. \nBring your own telescope or binoculars and learn how to use them or take a peek through the special equipment brought by our knowledgeable volunteer astronomer\, Tom!  Be sure to ask questions about the stars\, planets\, and solar systems of our universe. \nSessions start approximately 30 minutes after sunset and usually last for 1 – 2 hours. \n \n  \nMeet at Parking Lot F near the observation tower. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/observe-the-night-sky-open-astronomy-tonight/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230316T201638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140533Z
UID:6189-1694685600-1694691000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee-High Naturalist:  Foxes and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy fox facts and learn the difference between wolves\, coyotes and fox! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration required: Please call (262) 878-5609 at least 48 hours in advance.\nWe ask that you please call to cancel if you cannot come.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrograms are free\, but you need a Wisconsin State Park admission sticker or pay the daily park entrance fee. \nKnee-high Naturalist is for 3 to 5-year-olds and a grown-up in their life. Siblings are welcome.  Our goal is to provide environmental education through stories\, crafts\, hiking and playing outdoors. \nWe always plan to be outside\, so please dress accordingly! Program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-foxes-and-friends/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230919T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230316T204931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T202848Z
UID:6212-1695142800-1695150000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our last Adopt a Highway of the season on Tuesday\, September 19th. Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 pm to get your safety vest and other gear. \nPlease wear bright colors; apply tick protection; wear proper footwear: and bring water! For everyone’s safety\, please do not bring children or pets. \nThis is open to anyone who wants to make Bong the best it can be. Need service point….NO PROBLEM…we can sign you off. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-7/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230920T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230920T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230922T214847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T214847Z
UID:6717-1695209400-1695216600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Watercolor Class:  Autumn Leaves!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nWatercolor Class:  Autumn Leaves!! \nVisit our park this month and create colorful leaf watercolor paintings inspired by the gorgeous fall colors at Richard Bong State Recreation Area!\nPractice watercolor and printing methods to create frameable art or note cards! \nAll materials and supplies will be provided. There is no class fee for this event. \nThis event is recommended for adults and children ages 12 and older. Meet in the Visitor Center Auditorium. \nThis class will be led by Paula Touhey\, a local artist whose work has been featured in the Lemon Street Gallery. Please sign up for this class by calling (262) 878-5609. Limited spots are available. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/watercolor-class-autumn-leaves/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230922T202217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T202217Z
UID:6688-1695477600-1695481200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Snake Encounter!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Snake Encounter! \nLearn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-snake-encounter-21/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230922T203559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T203907Z
UID:6692-1695749400-1695753000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Fall Migration eBird Hike!
DESCRIPTION:Fall Migration eBird Hike!! \nSpend an evening in the park learning about helpful birding apps like Merlin and eBird.  Discover how to unleash your inner citizen scientist by tracking the birds you see while you hike and uploading your data for scientist to study. \nThen\, give it all a try by hiking with our Natural Resources Educator while practicing our bird identification and eBird application skills together! \nAll ages welcome\, but children must be accompanied by an adult. \nMeet at the Visitor Center and dress for weather. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/fall-migration-ebird-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230922T204730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T204832Z
UID:6697-1696071600-1696075200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Snake Encounter!
DESCRIPTION:Live Snake Encounter! \nAt Richard Bong SRA for the Wolf Lake Trail Run (WLTR) or simply enjoying the park for the day? \nBe sure to stop by the Visitors Center at 11:00 a.m. to learn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-snake-encounter-22/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230928T151600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T151600Z
UID:6733-1696352400-1696357800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt A Highway - Additional Date Scheduled!
DESCRIPTION:Our last September date was rained out! \nPlease join us for our newly scheduled last Adopt a Highway of the season on Tuesday\, October 3rd. Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 pm to get your safety vest and other gear. \nPlease wear bright colors; apply tick protection; wear proper footwear: and bring water! For everyone’s safety\, please do not bring children or pets. \nThis is open to anyone who wants to make Bong the best it can be. Need service point….NO PROBLEM…we can sign you off. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-additional-date-scheduled/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230316T202034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T143556Z
UID:6193-1697104800-1697110200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee-High Naturalist:  Falling Leaves!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee-High Naturalist:  Falling Leaves! \nWhat makes leaves useful?  Ask and answer questions about leaves as you enjoy the beautiful fall colors! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is not required but helps to give us an idea of how many to expect.  Please call (262) 332-1574 and leave us a message if you plan to attend.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrograms are free\, but you need a Wisconsin State Park admission sticker or pay the daily park entrance fee. \nKnee-high Naturalist is for 3 to 5-year-olds and a grown-up in their life. Siblings are welcome.  Our goal is to provide environmental education through stories\, crafts\, hiking and playing outdoors. \nWe always plan to be outside\, so please dress accordingly! Program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-falling-leaves/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231001T143940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T143940Z
UID:6744-1697292000-1697295600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Snake Encounter!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Snake Encounter! \nLearn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-snake-encounter-23/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231020T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231001T152236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T152236Z
UID:6747-1697817600-1697823000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:iNaturalist and Seek Apps & Exploration!
DESCRIPTION:iNaturalist and Seek Apps & Exploration! \nLearn to use the free iNaturalist and Seek applications to identify your observations of the natural world and upload them to the scientific community for further identification\, confirmation and study. \nThen head outside\, explore the park and give the apps a try! \nMeet in the Auditorium\, but dress for the weather. Be sure to bring your smart phone or tablet! \nAll ages welcome\, but children must be accompanied by an adult. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/inaturalist-and-seek-apps-exploration/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231001T145600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T145600Z
UID:6752-1697896800-1697900400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Snake Encounter!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Snake Encounter! \nLearn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-snake-encounter-24/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230922T211630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T145740Z
UID:6703-1698516000-1698523200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Hike!
DESCRIPTION:Halloween Hike!!  \nJoin Richard Bong State Recreation Area and our Naturalist Association for an evening filled with a candlelight hike\, s’mores\, trick-or-treating and nature exploration! \nWear a costume if you would like\, but dress for the weather! \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/halloween-hike/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231001T150013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T150013Z
UID:6754-1699106400-1699110000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Snake Encounter!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Snake Encounter! \nLearn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-snake-encounter-25/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230316T202524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140711Z
UID:6196-1699524000-1699529400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee-High Naturalist:  Ready for Winter
DESCRIPTION:Learn about animals that migrate or hibernate and those that are active in the winter! \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration required: Please call (262) 878-5609 at least 48 hours in advance.\nWe ask that you please call to cancel if you cannot come.\n\n\n\n\n\nPrograms are free\, but you need a Wisconsin State Park admission sticker or pay the daily park entrance fee. \nKnee-high Naturalist is for 3 to 5-year-olds and a grown-up in their life. Siblings are welcome.  Our goal is to provide environmental education through stories\, crafts\, hiking and playing outdoors. \nWe always plan to be outside\, so please dress accordingly! Program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-ready-for-winter/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231001T151834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T232311Z
UID:6760-1699696800-1699704000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Corn Husk Dolls!
DESCRIPTION:Corn Husk Dolls! \nJoin us and have loads of fun making a special doll using corn husks!  Connect to the past and various cultures while crafting this unique item. \nThis class is for adults and children ages 12 and older.  Children should be accompanied by an adult. \n\nThere is no class fee!\nPlease register for this class by calling 262-332-1574.\n\nLimited spaces are available; you will receive a phone call confirming your spot if there is one available. \nMeet in the Visitors Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/corn-husk-dolls-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231001T151958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T151958Z
UID:6756-1699711200-1699714800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Snake Encounter!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Snake Encounter! \nLearn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-snake-encounter-27/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231001T150411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T151924Z
UID:6758-1700316000-1700319600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Snake Encounter!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Snake Encounter! \nLearn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-snake-encounter-26/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231001T153852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231111T160956Z
UID:6768-1700321400-1700326800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Accessible Hike - Vista Trail!!!  (Updated Information)
DESCRIPTION:  \nAccessible Hike – Vista Trail!!! \nEnjoy the peacefulness of this accessible nature trail as you enter a beautiful hardwood forest and go past a small pond.  Led by our Natural Resources Educator\, you will learn about the unique features of this less-used area at Richard Bong State Recreation Area.   Individuals of limited mobility are encouraged to bring an all-terrain vehicle/adaptive equipment. \nMeet at the Visa Parking Lot.  (Take 142 West from the Visitors Center and turn right on County Road B; turn left into Vista parking lot.)  Dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/rhodes-road-champion-tree-trail-hike/
LOCATION:Trailhead\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230922T212617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231126T210411Z
UID:6708-1701505800-1701518400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Winter Greenery Class - Decorative Door Swags!
DESCRIPTION:RBSRA Annual Winter Greenery Classes! \nSunday\, December 2nd:  Decorative Door Swags\n \n\nSession 1:  8:30 am – 10:00 am\nSession 2: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm\n\nJoin us for our annual Winter Greenery Classes.  Use natural greenery from the park to create beautiful door decorations\, gnomes\, porch pots and more! \nThere is a $20 class fee for the Decorative Door Swags classes. \nPlease email Emily\, our Natural Resources Educator\, at emily.jacobson@wisconsin.gov to determine availability for the session that you want to attend.  If there is space available then you will receive a return call with additional information and requesting payment. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/winter-greenery-classes-november-26th-december-2nd/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20230922T213627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231126T210324Z
UID:6713-1702110600-1702123200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Winter Greenery Class - Porch Pots & Gnomes!
DESCRIPTION:RBSRA Annual Winter Greenery Classes! \nSaturday\, December 9th:  Porch Pots & Gnomes!\n \n\nSession 3:  8:30 am – 10:00 am:   Porch Pots\n\nSession 4: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm:  Gnomes\n\n\nJoin us for our annual Winter Greenery Classes.  Use natural greenery from the park to create beautiful door decorations\, gnomes\, porch pots and more! \nThere is a $30 class fee for the Porch Pot and Gnomes greenery classes. \nPlease email Emily\, our Natural Resources Educator\, at emily.jacobson@wisconsin.gov to determine availability for the session that you want to attend.  If there is space available then you will receive a return call with additional information and requesting payment. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/winter-greenery-classes-november-26th-december-2nd-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
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SUMMARY:Live Snake Encounter!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Snake Encounter! \nLearn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-snake-encounter-28/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231126T164143Z
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UID:6778-1704114000-1704121200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:First Day Hike - Welcome 2024!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nFirst Day Hike – Welcome 2024!!!     \nMonday\, January 1st!! \nKick off the new year and join us for our annual First Day Hike at Richard Bong State Recreation Area.  We will likely hike the Green or Blue Trail but TBD based on the afternoon’s weather and trail conditions. \n  \nWe will also have a campfire going so that you can warm up before and after the hike! \nWhat a beautiful and refreshing way to start out the new year! \n All 2024 programs require a (2024) Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/first-day-hike-welcome-2024/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240106T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231126T170005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T195817Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl & Encounter!!!
DESCRIPTION:Owl Prowl & Encounter!!! \nLearn all about owls and what makes them special birds of prey! \nEncounter two special owl ambassadors\, who are cared for by master falconer\, Ed Foster.  Get a close look at these majestic creatures and engage in a question-and-answer session with Ed about the owls. \nEnjoy a presentation by our Natural Resources Educator\, Emily\, and afterwards\, head outside for a hike with Emily to listen for owl calls and maybe even spot on owl! \n  \nAll 2024 programs require a (2024) Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/owl-prowl-encounter/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20240115T212009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T212558Z
UID:6936-1704700800-1704733200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Registration Open Through July 8th!!
DESCRIPTION:2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong –\nRegistration Open Through July 8th!! \nBNA 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.) \nClasses will be held on Monday\, Tuesday and Thursday\, beginning Monday\, July 8th and ending Thursday\, July 18th (“Graduation Day”.)   Presenters are top tier and experts in their respective fields.  The course involves 40 hours of training in natural history\, interpretation and conservation stewardship. \nOnce trained\, a Wisconsin Master Naturalist provides volunteer service in one of three areas:  education/interpretation\, stewardship or citizen science.  To maintain certification\, volunteers must complete 40 hours of service each year and eight hours of additional training. \nFor more information about the Master Naturalist program\, please visit www.wimasternaturalist.org \nLook for the program offered by the Bong Naturalist Association or click on “Bong Naturalist Association” below! \nhttps://wimasternaturalist.org/training/volunteer-training/bongnaturalistassociation2024/ \nRegistration is open through July 8th.  If you are unable to register online then please contact:  info@wimasternaturalist.org. \nFor other questions\, contact us at bongnaturalistassociaton@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/2024-master-naturalist-volunteer-training-at-bong-registration-now-open/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093647
CREATED:20231126T171203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231126T171203Z
UID:6818-1704967200-1704972600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist:  A Snowy Day!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist:  A Snowy Day!! \nBring your 3 to 5-year-old to the park and learn about the special substance that falls from the sky in the winter! \n\nHow and why does snow fall?\nHow do animals use the snow to help them?\n\nExplore together with your children!  Please pre-register before Tuesday\, January 9th\, by calling 262-878-5613 and leaving the number and ages of the children that will be attending! \nKnee-high Naturalist is for 3 to 5-year-olds and a grown-up in their life. Siblings are welcome but please let us know to expect them.  Our goal is to provide environmental education through stories\, crafts\, hiking and playing outdoors. \nWe always plan to be outside\, so please dress accordingly! Program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues. \nAll 2024 programs require a (2024) Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-a-snowy-day/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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