Events

Photo credit: Farmer's Almanac website   Spring Equinox Hike!!! Friday, March 20th 9:30—11:30 a.m.     Join us in celebration of the Spring Equinox with a hike at Richard Bong … Continue reading "Spring Equinox Hike!!!"

Nature Journal & Sketch Saturday, March 28th 1:00 - 3:00 pm Take the chance to slow down and observe nature. Record your observations in your own way! Whether your forte is words or art, you can find the perfect way to capture a unique moment at the park! Please bring your own supplies or use … Continue reading "Nature Journal & Sketch"

Photo credit - 1st Qtr:  science.nasa.gov website   Astronomy Monthly Event:  Night Sky at Bong!!! Saturday, March 28th 8:00 - 10:00 pm Come out to Bong where the skies are dark and the night sky will fill you with awe and wonder.  See planets, stars, clusters, maybe even a galaxy. Photo Courtesy Tom Harper Learn … Continue reading "Astronomy Monthly Event: Night Sky at Bong!!!"

Knee High Naturalist - April Program:  Cranes and Egrets!!! Thursday,  April 9th 10:00 - 11:30 am Each month the BNA offers a program for 3 to 5 year old Knee High Naturalists.  Enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and, in April, learn all about cranes and egrets!  Enjoy a story, craft and hike with … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist – April Program:  Cranes and Egrets!!!"

Nature Journal & Sketch Saturday, April 18th 1:00 - 3:00 pm Take the chance to slow down and observe nature. Record your observations in your own way! Whether your forte is words or art, you can find the perfect way to capture a unique moment at the park! Please bring your own supplies or use … Continue reading "Nature Journal & Sketch"

Earth Day Event Wednesday, April 22nd 1:00 - 4:00 pm Location:  Visitor's Center   Join us for an afternoon of Earth Day crafts and a hike as we celebrate Earth Day's 56th anniversary! Founded on April 22, 1970 by Wisconsin's own Gaylord Nelson, the late U.S. Senator and Governor of Wisconsin, Earth Day is now … Continue reading "Earth Day Event!!!"

Courtesy Tom Harper   Special Event:  Spring Astronomy Day!!! Saturday,  April 25th 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm Join us for a day of fun and learning - afternoon activities are located in and around the visitor center & evening activities at Park Lot F. Photo Courtesy Tom Harper   … Continue reading "Special Event: Spring Astronomy Day!!! Solar Observation and Activities – 1:00 – 3:00 pm & Star Gazing and Telescope Set-Up ssistance 7:00 – 10:30 pm"

  Special Event:  Spring Astronomy Day:  Star Gazing & Telescope Set-Up Assistance Saturday,  April 25th 7:00 - 10:30 pm (Parking Lot F) Starting at 7:00 pm, at Parking lot F, we will have some time to learn how to set up and use a telescope before the sky show starts. If you have a telescope … Continue reading "Special Event: Spring Astronomy Day: Star Gazing & Telescope Set-Up Assistance ( 7:00 – 10:30 pm)"

Adopt a Highway with the BNA - 2026 Kick-Off!!! Wednesday, April 29th 9:30 - 11:00 am Please join us for the first of our bi-weekly 2026 Adopt a Highway with the BNA community events on Wednesday, April 29th!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 9:30 am to get your safety … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway with the BNA – 2026 Kick-Off!!! (Note: New Day & Time)"

Adopt-A-Highway with the BNA!!!   (Note:  New Day & Time) Wednesday, May 13th 9:30 - 11:00 am Please join us for our bi-weekly Adopt-A-Highway with the BNA community event on Wednesday, May 13th!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 9:30 am to get your safety vest and other gear. Please wear … Continue reading "Adopt-A-Highway with the BNA!!!   (Note: New Day & Time)"