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SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalists:  Who's Been Here?
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist:  Who’s Been Here? \nBring your 3-5 year old and enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration! \nLearn about the clues and signs that animals leave behind for us to find! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages\, or any special circumstances\, then please leave a message at 262-878-5609 so that we can prepare to accommodate your group. \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-naturalists-whos-been-here/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
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SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, March 16th \nLearn all about our education ambassador reptiles and amphibians!  Watch their feeding routine and learn all about the care of these special creatures! \nIf you are lucky and brave\, you may even get to touch one of our education snakes! \nMeet in the Visitor’s Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a 2024 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-animal-encounter-reptiles-amphibians/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240302T152435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T155031Z
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SUMMARY:Quarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nQuarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!! \nSaturday\, March 16th \nMeet a half hour after sunset  – at  7:30 pm – for a quarter moon observation!  In addition to the quarter moon\, we will be looking at stars and planets\, if visible.  Bring binoculars or take a peek through a telescope.  Be sure to ask our knowledgeable volunteer\, Tom\, questions about the stars\, planets\, and solar systems of our universe. \nMeet at Parking Lot F near the observation tower. \nJust a reminder to dress for being outside at night.  Should there be 40% or more clouds then the event will be rescheduled. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.\n \nImage courtesy of Tom Harper!
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/quarter-moon-stars-planets-observation/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240302T154813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T154921Z
UID:7030-1710842400-1710846000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Spring Equinox Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nSpring Equinox Hike!!! \nTuesday\, March 19th \nEnjoy the first crisp morning of Spring and celebrate the Equinox with a hike around Richard Bong State Recreation Area!  Meet at the Visitor Center but be prepared to drive to another location in the park. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/spring-equinox-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240314T145654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T191858Z
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SUMMARY:Safely Viewing the April 8th Solar Eclipse!!!
DESCRIPTION:Safely Viewing the April 8th Solar Eclipse!!! \nLearn where you can find good information about the April 8th Solar eclipse and how to safely watch the eclipse as it happens. \nAll ages welcome but children should be accompanied by an adult. \nMeet at Shelter 1. \n\n\n\nFor more information on the April 8th solar eclipse\, please check out the 2024 Solar Eclipse website by clicking on the following link or copying the address and pasting it in your browser:  https://eclipse2024.org/\nFor more information on the April 8th solar eclipse and additional upcoming solar/lunar events\, please click on the timeandate.com link or copy and paste it in your browser at:  https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/in/usa/kenosha?iso=20240408\n\n\n\nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \nPhoto courtesy of timeandate.com \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/safely-viewing-the-april-8th-solar-eclipse/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240302T155639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T155736Z
UID:7043-1711202400-1711207800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, March 23rd \nLearn all about our education ambassador reptiles and amphibians!  Watch their feeding routine and learn all about the care of these special creatures. \nIf you are lucky and brave\, you may even get to touch one of our education snakes! \nMeet in the Visitor’s Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a 2024 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-animal-encounter-reptiles-amphibians-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240302T160920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T145832Z
UID:7046-1711216800-1711224000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Camp Cooking & Sunset Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:Camp Cooking & Sunset Hike!!! \nSaturday\, March 23rd \nMeet to celebrate Sunrise Campground opening with some camp cooking and a sunset hike!  First enjoy building a fire and preparing a delicious campfire dessert. \nThen join us for a gorgeous sunset hike!  If you stick around the fire after dark\, maybe you can convince Emily\, RBSRA’s Natural Resources Educator\, to sing a few tunes! \nDress for the weather (think Spring!) and meet at the fire pit near Shelter 1. \nAll programs require a 2024 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/camp-cooking-sunset-hike/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240302T162155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T143343Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Craft:  Paper Making!!!
DESCRIPTION:Drop-In Craft: Paper Making!!! \nSaturday\, March 30th \nDrop-in event:  Stop by the picnic tables\, behind the Visitor Center\, to learn how to make your own paper and create cute bookmarks and note paper! \nAll programs require a 2024 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/drop-in-craft-paper-making/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240302T165458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T184027Z
UID:7060-1712829600-1712835000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist:  Signs of Spring!!!
DESCRIPTION:Knee High Naturalist: Signs of Spring!!! \nThursday\, April 11th \nSigns of Spring!   Bring your 3 to 5 year old and enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration! \nLearn about the signs of spring!  Meet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages\, or any special circumstances\, then please leave a message at 262-878-5609 so that we can prepare to accommodate your group. \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  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-signs-of-spring/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240306T224829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T224829Z
UID:7069-1713016800-1713022200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, April 13th \nLearn all about our education ambassador reptiles and amphibians!  Watch their feeding routine and learn all about the care of these special creatures. \nIf you are lucky and brave\, you may even get to touch one of our education snakes! \nMeet in the Visitor’s Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-animal-encounter-reptiles-amphibians-3/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240307T165146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T181947Z
UID:7081-1713285000-1713290400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway Cancelled - Due to Weather. Rescheduled for Tuesday\, April 23rd at 5:00 pm!
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled Due to Weather – Rescheduled for Tuesday\, April 23rd at 5:00 pm! \nAdopt a Highway!!! \nTuesday\, April 16th \nJoin us for our first 2024 Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, April 16th!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 4:30 pm to get your safety vest and other gear. \nPlease wear bright colors\, apply tick protection\, wear proper footwear and bring water! \nFor 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 points….NO PROBLEM…we can sign you off. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-10/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240307T160751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T164159Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Watercolor Class!!!
DESCRIPTION:Spring Watercolor Class!!! \nWednesday\, April 17th \nExperiment with various watercolor methods to paint spring flowers.  Paintings and greeting cards will be created.  All supplies are provided. \nAdvanced registration is required as only 15 spots are available.  Please call 262-878-5609 and leave a voice message.  Expect a call within a week confirming your registration. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park Entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/spring-watercolor-class/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240418T195525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T195525Z
UID:7258-1713556800-1713562200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Quarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!!    *Date Just Added*
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 19th Just Added! \nQuarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!! \nFriday\, April 19th \nMeet a half hour after sunset  – at  8:00 pm – for a quarter moon observation!  In addition to the quarter moon\, we will be looking at stars and planets\, if visible.  Bring binoculars or take a peek through a telescope.  Be sure to ask our knowledgeable volunteer\, Tom\, questions about the stars\, planets\, and solar systems of our universe. \nMeet at Parking Lot F near the observation tower. \nJust a reminder to dress for being outside at night.  Should there be 40% or more clouds then the event will be rescheduled. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \nImage courtesy of Tom Harper!
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/quarter-moon-stars-planets-observation-date-just-added/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240302T153151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T155125Z
UID:7028-1713643200-1713648600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Quarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nQuarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!! \nSaturday\, April 20th \nMeet a half hour after sunset  – at  8:00 pm – for a quarter moon observation!  In addition to the quarter moon\, we will be looking at stars and planets\, if visible.  Bring binoculars or take a peek through a telescope.  Be sure to ask our knowledgeable volunteer\, Tom\, questions about the stars\, planets\, and solar systems of our universe. \nMeet at Parking Lot F near the observation tower. \nJust a reminder to dress for being outside at night.  Should there be 40% or more clouds then the event will be rescheduled. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \nImage courtesy of Tom Harper!
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/quarter-moon-stars-planets-observation-2/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240418T182637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T182637Z
UID:7253-1713891600-1713897000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway!!!   New Date!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway!!! \nTuesday\, April 23rd \nWe were rained out last week but let’s try again.  Please join us for our first 2024 Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, April 23rd!  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! \nFor 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 points….NO PROBLEM…we can sign you off. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-new-date/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240314T152100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T215159Z
UID:7111-1714125600-1714143600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled:  Meet Smokey Bear & Enjoy Arbor Day and Champion Tree Art Activities
DESCRIPTION:Due to low registration\, RBSRA has cancelled this event.  \nThank you for your understanding. \n \nMeet Smokey Bear & Enjoy Arbor Day and Champion Tree Art Activities \nFriday\, April 26th and Saturday\, April 27th \nRichard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA) is buzzing with activities during the Happy Little Trees events and on Arbor Day!  (See separate 4/26 and 4/27 posts for more details.) \nTime:  10:00 am – 3:00 pm \n\n\n\nSmokey Bear is visiting RBSRA!   Smokey Bear will be joining RBSRA and BNA to celebrate our Happy Little Trees events and Arbor Day at the park.  Keep an eye out for Smokey Bear and be sure to take a picture with everyone’s favorite bear.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChampion Tree art activities!  Join us at our Champion Tree Trail (north of 142*) for a variety of art activities honoring our trees at RBSRA.  Hike the short Champion Tree Trail and see the unique trees on the trail including our former champion Bald Cypress tree as well as a Ginkgo and Kentucky Coffee Tree.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Little Tree  walk/run – enjoy a casual 5K walk/run starting in the area of the Champion Tree Trail.  Explore new areas of the park on this casual (not timed) hike.  (A marked – casual – trail will be available from Monday\, April 22nd through Saturday\, April 27th!\n\n\n\n \n\nBob Ross Style Oil Painting Class:  Led by a certified Bob Ross instructor\, create a beautiful painting using Bob Ross painting techniques.  All supplies are provided!\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 26th:  10:00 am – Noon     Cost:  $50       Painting: RBSRA Landscape:  “Spring Trail”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 26th:  1:00 – 3:00 pm         Cost:  $50       Painting:  RBSRA Landscape:  “Prairie Sunset”\nSaturday\, April 27th: Noon – 4:00 pm  Cost $75          Painting:  Official Bob Ross Painting:  “Mountain Serenity”\n\n\n\n\n\nSee separate 4/26 and 4/27 posts for additional details on these amazing classes.\nTo register for Bob Ross Style Oil Painting Classes:\n\nEntrance Station (Saturdays & Sundays only in March) – 262-676-5600; or\nCall/email Emily Cole\, RBSRA Natural Resources Educator\, at 262-878-5609 or email emily.cole@wisconsin.gov\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Champion Tree Trail location:  using the RBSRA map\, the Champion Tree Trail is located along Rhodes Road (service road) North of 142.  Enjoy the walk along the road (purple dotted line) to the trailhead.\n \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park Entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/meet-smokey-bear-enjoy-arbor-day-and-champion-tree-art-activities/
LOCATION:Trailhead\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240314T152302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T215003Z
UID:7105-1714125600-1714147200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled:  Run\, Walk or Paint For the Trees and Support Forest Health at RBSRA
DESCRIPTION:Due to low registration\, RBSRA has cancelled this event.  \nThank you for your understanding. \nRun\, Walk or Paint For the Trees and Support Forest Health at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA!)\n \nFriday\, April 26th and Saturday\, April 27th \nThe Wisconsin DNR is one of several states participating in the “Happy Little Trees” program.  RBSRA is hosting a fun multiple event and multiple day program to support tree planting and forest protection in state parks. \nActivities:  Painting Classes and Happy Little Tree 5k Run/Walk\n \nBob Ross Style Oil Painting Classes:  Led by a certified Bob Ross instructor\, create a beautiful painting using Bob Ross painting techniques.  All supplies are provided! \n“Spring Trail” – Friday\, 4/26 am\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 26th:  10:00 am – Noon     Cost:  $50       Painting: RBSRA Landscape:  “Spring Trail”\n\n\n\n  \n  \n“Prairie Sunset” – Friday\, 4/26 pm\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 26th:  1:00 – 3:00 pm         Cost:  $50       Painting:  RBSRA Landscape:  “Prairie Sunset”\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n\nSaturday\, April 27th:  Noon – 4:00 pm  Cost $75 Painting:  Official Bob Ross Painting:  “Mountain Serenity”\n\n“Mountain Serenity”\nMeet at the “Volunteer Shed” located on Rhodes Road (the service road) to the Champion Tree Trail. \nTo register for Bob Ross Style Oil Painting Classes: \n\n\n\nEntrance Station (Saturdays & Sundays only in March) – 262-676-5600; or\nCall/email Emily Cole\, RBSRA Natural Resources Educator\, at 262-878-5609 or email emily.cole@wisconsin.gov\n\n\n\nPlease register early as painting classes have limited space. \n  \n \n  \nHappy Little 5K Run/Walk:  Inspired by Bob Ross’ love of the outdoors\, RBSRA is hosting Run for the Trees:  Happy Little (Virtual) 5K. \n\nDate:  Friday and Saturday\, April 26th and 27th\nTime:  10:00 am – 3:00 pm\n\nWhile runners\, walkers and hikers can complete their official 5K anytime between April 22-26\, RBSRA is also hosting a casual (not timed) 5k run/walk from Monday\, April 22nd through Saturday\, April 27th .  Explore the north side of the park – near the Champion Tree Trail* – on a marked 5k course; however\, due to trail conditions the course location may be changed.  (See separate calendar entry for additional Bong events – include a visit from Smokey Bear – on Friday and Saturday\, April 26th and April 27th.) \nTo register for the official Wisconsin DNR Happy Little 5K Run/Walk (and receive your fun swag)\, click on the following link:  dnr.wisconsin.gov/tiny/2541. \n*Champion Tree Trail location:  using the RBSRA map\, the Champion Tree Trail is located along Rhodes Road (service road) North of 142.  Enjoy the walk along the road (purple dotted line) to the trailhead. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park Entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/run-walk-or-paint-for-the-trees-and-support-forest-health-at-rbsra/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240302T163326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T215318Z
UID:7054-1714208400-1714213800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Please Join Us for Battling Invasives at Bong!!!
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for Battling Invasives at Bong!!! \nSaturday\, April 27th \nInvasive plants compromise the survival of native plants.  Learn about the types of invasive plants growing at Bong and methods to control them. \nA short presentation will be followed by an outdoor activity which will allow participants the opportunity to ID garlic mustard and to assist with its proper removal. \nMeet in the Visitor Center auditorium.  The program will take place in the Nature Explore Classroom (NEC) and surrounding area. \nGardening gloves are recommended. \nNote:  This program is targeted toward adults and families with middle through high-school aged children. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/battling-invasives-at-bong/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240425T214333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T214930Z
UID:7268-1714212000-1714233600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled:  Run\, Walk or Paint For the Trees and Support Forest Health at RBSRA
DESCRIPTION:Due to low registration\, RBSRA has cancelled this event.  \nThank you for your understanding. \nRun\, Walk or Paint For the Trees and Support Forest Health at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA!)\n \nFriday\, April 26th and Saturday\, April 27th \nThe Wisconsin DNR is one of several states participating in the “Happy Little Trees” program.  RBSRA is hosting a fun multiple event and multiple day program to support tree planting and forest protection in state parks. \nActivities:  Painting Classes and Happy Little Tree 5k Run/Walk\n \nBob Ross Style Oil Painting Classes:  Led by a certified Bob Ross instructor\, create a beautiful painting using Bob Ross painting techniques.  All supplies are provided! \n“Spring Trail” – Friday\, 4/26 am\n\nFriday\, April 26th:  10:00 am – Noon     Cost:  $50       Painting: RBSRA Landscape:  “Spring Trail”\n\n  \n  \n“Prairie Sunset” – Friday\, 4/26 pm\n\nFriday\, April 26th:  1:00 – 3:00 pm         Cost:  $50       Painting:  RBSRA Landscape:  “Prairie Sunset”\n\n  \n  \n  \n\nSaturday\, April 27th:  Noon – 4:00 pm  Cost $75 Painting:  Official Bob Ross Painting:  “Mountain Serenity”\n\n“Mountain Serenity”\nMeet at the “Volunteer Shed” located on Rhodes Road (the service road) to the Champion Tree Trail. \nTo register for Bob Ross Style Oil Painting Classes: \n\nEntrance Station (Saturdays & Sundays only in March) – 262-676-5600; or\nCall/email Emily Cole\, RBSRA Natural Resources Educator\, at 262-878-5609 or email emily.cole@wisconsin.gov\n\nPlease register early as painting classes have limited space. \n  \n \n  \nHappy Little 5K Run/Walk:  Inspired by Bob Ross’ love of the outdoors\, RBSRA is hosting Run for the Trees:  Happy Little (Virtual) 5K. \n\nDate:  Friday and Saturday\, April 26th and 27th\nTime:  10:00 am – 3:00 pm\n\nWhile runners\, walkers and hikers can complete their official 5K anytime between April 22-26\, RBSRA is also hosting a casual (not timed) 5k run/walk from Monday\, April 22nd through Saturday\, April 27th .  Explore the north side of the park – near the Champion Tree Trail* – on a marked 5k course; however\, due to trail conditions the course location may be changed.  (See separate calendar entry for additional Bong events – include a visit from Smokey Bear – on Friday and Saturday\, April 26th and April 27th.) \nTo register for the official Wisconsin DNR Happy Little 5K Run/Walk (and receive your fun swag)\, click on the following link:  dnr.wisconsin.gov/tiny/2541. \n*Champion Tree Trail location:  using the RBSRA map\, the Champion Tree Trail is located along Rhodes Road (service road) North of 142.  Enjoy the walk along the road (purple dotted line) to the trailhead. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park Entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/cancelled-run-walk-or-paint-for-the-trees-and-support-forest-health-at-rbsra/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240425T214843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T214843Z
UID:7272-1714212000-1714233600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled:  Meet Smokey Bear & Enjoy Arbor Day and Champion Tree Art Activities
DESCRIPTION:Due to low registration\, RBSRA has cancelled this event. \n Thank you for your understanding. \n \nMeet Smokey Bear & Enjoy Arbor Day and Champion Tree Art Activities \nFriday\, April 26th and Saturday\, April 27th \nRichard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA) is buzzing with activities during the Happy Little Trees events and on Arbor Day!  (See separate 4/26 and 4/27 posts for more details.) \nTime:  10:00 am – 3:00 pm \n\nSmokey Bear is visiting RBSRA!   Smokey Bear will be joining RBSRA and BNA to celebrate our Happy Little Trees events and Arbor Day at the park.  Keep an eye out for Smokey Bear and be sure to take a picture with everyone’s favorite bear.\nChampion Tree art activities!  Join us at our Champion Tree Trail (north of 142*) for a variety of art activities honoring our trees at RBSRA.  Hike the short Champion Tree Trail and see the unique trees on the trail including our former champion Bald Cypress tree as well as a Ginkgo and Kentucky Coffee Tree.\nHappy Little Tree  walk/run – enjoy a casual 5K walk/run starting in the area of the Champion Tree Trail.  Explore new areas of the park on this casual (not timed) hike.  (A marked – casual – trail will be available from Monday\, April 22nd through Saturday\, April 27th!\n\n \n\nBob Ross Style Oil Painting Class:  Led by a certified Bob Ross instructor\, create a beautiful painting using Bob Ross painting techniques.  All supplies are provided!\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 26th:  10:00 am – Noon     Cost:  $50       Painting: RBSRA Landscape:  “Spring Trail”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, April 27th: Noon – 4:00 pm  Cost $75          Painting:  Official Bob Ross Painting:  “Mountain Serenity”\n\n\n\n\n\nSee separate 4/26 and 4/27 posts for additional details on these amazing classes.\nTo register for Bob Ross Style Oil Painting Classes:\n\nEntrance Station (Saturdays & Sundays only in March) – 262-676-5600; or\nCall/email Emily Cole\, RBSRA Natural Resources Educator\, at 262-878-5609 or email emily.cole@wisconsin.gov\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Champion Tree Trail location:  using the RBSRA map\, the Champion Tree Trail is located along Rhodes Road (service road) North of 142.  Enjoy the walk along the road (purple dotted line) to the trailhead.\n \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park Entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/cancelled-meet-smokey-bear-enjoy-arbor-day-and-champion-tree-art-activities/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240509T154106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T205938Z
UID:7286-1714831200-1714834800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, May 4th \nLearn all about our education ambassador reptiles and amphibians!  Watch their feeding routine and learn all about the care of these special creatures. \nIf you are lucky and brave\, you may even get to touch one of our education snakes! \nMeet in the Visitor’s Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-animal-encounter-reptiles-amphibians-4/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240509T155259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T155259Z
UID:7290-1714842000-1714849200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Camp Skills Bonfire!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nCamp Skills Bonfire!!! \nSaturday\, May 4th \nJoin us at the fire pit near Shelter 1 for a fun evening of fire making\, camp cooking and bonfire fun!  Enjoy music and good conversation over a fire! \n  \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/camp-skills-bonfire/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240509T155923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T210135Z
UID:7297-1715101200-1715106600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway!!!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway!!! \nTuesday\, May 7th \nPlease join us for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, May 7th!  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! \nFor 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 points….NO PROBLEM…we can sign you off. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-11/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240509T160416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T160714Z
UID:7301-1715248800-1715254200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist:  It's a Windy Day!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist: It’s a Windy Day!!!\n \nThursday\, May 9th \nIt’s a Windy Day!  Bring your 3 to 5 year old and enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages\, or any special circumstances\, then please leave a message at 262-878-5609 so that we can prepare to accommodate your group. \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-its-a-windy-day/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240512T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240509T161336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T161336Z
UID:7305-1715518800-1715522400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Mother's Day Hike!!
DESCRIPTION:Mother’s Day Hike!!! \nSunday\, May 12th \nBring a mother or a loved one who makes you feel at home and explore the beautiful prairies of Richard Bong State Recreation Area.  The weather is predicted to be perfect. \nMeet at the Visitor Center Parking Lot but be prepared to drive to another location. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/mothers-day-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240308T201010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T211140Z
UID:7162-1715977800-1715983200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Quarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nQuarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!! \nFriday\, May 17th \nMeet a half hour after sunset  – at  8:30 pm – for a quarter moon observation!  In addition to the quarter moon\, we will be looking at stars and planets\, if visible.  Bring binoculars or take a peek through a telescope.  Be sure to ask our knowledgeable volunteer\, Tom\, questions about the stars\, planets\, and solar systems of our universe. \nMeet at Parking Lot F near the observation tower. \nJust a reminder to dress for being outside at night.  Should there be 40% or more clouds then the event will be rescheduled. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.\n \nImage courtesy of Tom Harper!
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/quarter-moon-stars-planets-observation-3/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240509T162802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T205837Z
UID:7313-1716022800-1716033600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Make a Mosaic Birdbath!!!
DESCRIPTION:Make a Mosaic Birdbath!!! \nSaturday\, May 18th \nMake a bird bath using pieces of broken pottery and grout!  All supplies will be supplied.  Be creative and make your own design or check in the with coordinators for ideas. \n**Meet in BNA Volunteer Shed down Rhodes Road (service road north of the park.) \nClass Fee: $10 \nPlease register by calling (262) 878-5600. \nThis class is recommended for adults or children ages 12 and older accompanied by an adult. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/make-a-mosaic-birdbath-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240509T161813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T161813Z
UID:7309-1716026400-1716033600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Kids to the Park Day:  Kite Fly!!!
DESCRIPTION:Kids to the Park Day:  Kite Fly! \nSaturday\, May 18th \nMeet at Shelter 3 to make your own kite or purchase a pre-made kite!  Enjoy the weather and see if you can get your kite to fly! \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/kids-to-the-park-day-kite-fly/
LOCATION:Shelter #3\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240509T192017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T192017Z
UID:7317-1716267600-1716316200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway!!!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway!!! \nTuesday\, May 21st \nPlease join us for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, May 21st!  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! \nFor 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 points….NO PROBLEM…we can sign you off. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-12/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172707
CREATED:20240509T193328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T194559Z
UID:7320-1716451200-1716501600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Sunset Campground Opens!!
DESCRIPTION:Sunset Campground Opens!!! \nThursday\, May 23rd \nAs of Thursday\, May 23rd\, all RBSRA campgrounds will be open!! \nFirewood is sold year-round at the Molinaro Visitor Center/Headquarters parking lot through a firewood vending machine which is open 24/7. You can pay with any major credit card or debit card\, but sorry\, not by cash. \nFor RBSRA camping rules\, maps of Sunrise Campground and Sunset Campground and additional information on our accessible cabin\, please click on the following link:  https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/richardbong/recreation/camping \n \nAll sites – including RBSRA’s accessible cabin\, must be reserved via the DNR Camping Reservations system at:  https://wisconsin.goingtocamp.com/ \nStop by the Visitor Center on Saturdays at 2:00 pm for our Live Snake Encounter!  Watch as our education fax snake\, Mickey\, is fed a mouse.  You may even get a chance to touch/hold our education snakes. \nOther events are listed on the Calendar of Events tab on this website\, our Bong Naturalist Association FaceBook page and on the DNR/RBSRA calendar  \nEntrance into RBSRA and all Wisconsin state parks requires a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/sunset-campground-opens/
LOCATION:WI
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