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SUMMARY:A Gathering of Planets – Astronomy Night at RBSRA - Event Just Added!!!
DESCRIPTION:A Gathering of Planets – Astronomy Night at RBSRA!!! \nTuesday\, February 25* at 5:30 pm \nLocation: Parking Lot F \nOn this night we will have the opportunity to see all of the major planets in the night sky. \n\nShortly after sunset we will see Mercury and Saturn very close to each other with Venus shining brightly above them.\nThen\, high in the Southeast sky we will see Jupiter and a little farther East\, Mars.\nAs the sky darkens we should be able to see Neptune and Uranus with the aid of a telescope and various things in the night sky!\n\n*In the event of cloud cover or precipitation\, Astronomy Night will be rescheduled to another night this week.   If this is the case then please check the website for updates. \nAll programs require a 2025** Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n**Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station. \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/a-gathering-of-planets-astronomy-night-at-rbsra-event-just-added/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Peek into Wildlife Rehabilitation - with Fellow Mortals & RBSRA Wildlife!!!
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy Fellow Mortals – Short Eared Owls\n  \nA Peek into Wildlife Rehabilitation – with Fellow Mortals & RBSRA Wildlife!!! \nRichard Bong State Recreation Area’s Wildlife department has teamed up with Fellow Mortals to create a unique program that offers a special look into wildlife rehabilitation! \nYvonne Wallace Blane\, Co-founder and Director of Rehabilitation\, at Fellow Mortals will be joined by and Ola Kotlarski and Marty Johnson\, from RBSRA Wildlife\, to provide guidance on what to do when you find an injured or orphaned animal and discuss the nuanced field of wildlife rehabilitation. \nYou will even get the chance to meet an animal ambassador\, with a unique rehabilitation story. \nFor additional information on Fellow Mortals\, located in Lake Geneva\, please click on the following link:  https://fellowmortals.org/ \nSpecial thanks to Fellow Mortals and the DNR/RBSRA Wildlife Team to bring us all this wonderful program. \nAll programs require a 2025* Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n*Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/a-peek-into-wildlife-rehabilitation-with-fellow-mortals-rbsra-wildlife/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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SUMMARY:What's an Eclipse?       (Also Astronomy Viewing tonight from 6:30 - 8:30 pm)
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy of Tom Harper\nWhat’s an Eclipse?  (1:00 – 3:00 pm) & Astronomy Viewing (6:30 – 8:30 pm) \nSaturday\, March 8th \n  \nWhat’s an Eclipse?  (1:00 – 3:00 pm) \nRichard Bong State Recreation Area’s (RBSRA) volunteer astronomer\, Tom Harper\, will lead a short program on what eclipses are and how they happen in preparation for the Lunar Eclipse on Friday\, March 14th. \nFollowing the program\, telescopes will be available to see the Moon and Sun.  Meet at Shelter 2\, or the Visitor Center in case of inclement weather. \n  \n \n  \nAstronomy Viewing!  (6:30 – 8:30 pm) \nRBSRA’s volunteer astronomer\, Tom Harper\, will be back tonight – in Parking Lot F with his telescopes – to lead an astronomy viewing program!  Stop by to expand your knowledge of the universe and take a peek through some special scopes. \nMeet at Parking Lot F.  Please note that the Astronomy Viewing portion of the program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or over 30% cloud cover. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/whats-an-eclipse-also-astronomy-viewing-tonight-from-630-830-pm/
LOCATION:Shelter #2\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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SUMMARY:Astronomy Viewing!!!
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy of Tom Harper\n  \nAstronomy Viewing \nSaturday\, March 8th \nRBSRA’s volunteer astronomer\, Tom Harper\, will be back tonight – in Parking Lot F with his telescopes – to lead an astronomy viewing program!  Stop by to expand your knowledge of the universe and take a peek through some special scopes. \n\nMeet at Parking Lot F.\n\nPlease note that the Astronomy Viewing portion of the program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or over 30% cloud cover. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-viewing/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T212646Z
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SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist – Fox & Friends!!!     Now on Saturdays!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist – Fox & Friends!!!\n \nSaturday\, March 15th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about foxes\, coyotes and wolves.  Enjoy a story\, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! \nM2E63L187-187R399B404\nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages or any special circumstances\, then please call 262-818-1712 and leave a message 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. \n\nWe always plan to be outside – so dress accordingly – but in the event of bad weather\, the Knee High Naturalist Program will be held in the Visitor Center.\nOur program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues.\n\nAll programs require a 2025 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-fox-friends-now-on-saturdays/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Spring Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nCelebrate Spring Hike!!! \nSaturday\, March 22nd \nThe Spring Equinox is this week – celebrate with a Saturday hike at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA!) \nThe trail that we will be hiking will be determined based on trail conditions but please dress for the weather and plan for about 2 miles of walking. \n\nWaterproof footware is recommended!\nMeet at the Visitor Center.\n\nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/celebrate-spring-hike-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250311T193356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T193356Z
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SUMMARY:Astronomy Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy of Tom Harper\n  \nAstronomy Viewing \nSaturday\, April 5th \nRichard Bong State Recreation Area’s (RBSRA) volunteer astronomer\,\nTom Harper\, will bring his telescopes out to Parking Lot\nF and lead an astronomy viewing program! \n  \n\nStop by to expand your knowledge of the universe and take a peek through some special scopes.\nMeet at Parking Lot F.\n\nPlease note that the Astronomy Viewing portion of the program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or over 30% cloud cover. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-viewing-2/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250202T220340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T220340Z
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SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway - 2025 Kick-Off!!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway – 2025 Kick-Off!!!\n \nTuesday\, April 15th \n  \nPlease 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. \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-2025-kick-off/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250227T220143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T181704Z
UID:8247-1745056800-1745062200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist – Earth Day Everyday!!!    Now on Saturday!
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nKnee High Naturalist – Earth Day Everyday!!! \nSaturday\, April 19th \nBring 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! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages or any special circumstances\, then please call 262-818-1712 and leave a message 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. \n\nWe always plan to be outside – so dress accordingly – but in the event of bad weather\, the Knee High Naturalist Program will be held in the Visitor Center.\nOur program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues.\n\nAll programs require a 2025 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-earth-day-everyday-now-on-saturday/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T070000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250311T195215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T155800Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast with the Cranes!!!                       A New Event at RBSRA!
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast with the Cranes!!!              A New Event at RBSRA! \nSaturday\, April 26th \nBring your own beverage\, and meet at Parking Lot F and the Observation tower early in the morning to watch the Sandhill Cranes! \n \nThe observation tower\, overlooking the nature refuge\, is the perfect spot to watch the sedge of Sandhill Cranes as they stretch their wings and prepare to take off! \n  \nCome join us for our first Breakfast with the Cranes and enjoy baked breakfast treats and the Sandhill show! \nPlease feel free to bring your own scopes and binoculars! We will also have some for you to borrow. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/breakfast-with-the-cranes-a-new-event-at-rbsra/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250202T220817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T221512Z
UID:8142-1745946000-1745951400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt A Highway!!!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway!!!\n \nTuesday\, April 29th \n  \nPlease join us for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, April 29th!  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-20/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250417T200811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T152702Z
UID:8360-1746280800-1746288000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Day!!!       Solar Observation (2-4 pm) & Night Sky Observation (7-10 pm)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nAstronomy Day!!! \nSaturday\, May 3rd \nSolar Observation and Telescope Clinic  2:00 – 4:00 pm\nNight Sky Observation  7:00 – 10:00 pm \nCelebrate the both the sun and night sky at Richard Bong State Recreation Area’s Astronomy Day! Bring your telescope or binoculars and learn how to focus and calibrate. View sun spots\, solar flares\, and in the evening discover the wonders of the ever changing night sky! \n  \n \n  \n2:00 – 4:00 pm \nSolar Observation and Telescope Clinic \n\nMeet in the Nature Explore Classroom Parking Lot (Near Shelter 2)\n\n  \n7:00 – 10:00 pm \nNight Sky and Telescope Clinic \n\nMeet in Parking Lot F\n\n  \n  \n  \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-day-solar-observation-2-4-pm-and-night-sky-observation-7-10-pm/
LOCATION:Shelter #2\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250417T201300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T152911Z
UID:8366-1746298800-1746309600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Day!!!     Night Sky Observation (7-10 pm)
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nAstronomy Day!!! \nSaturday\, May 3rd \nSolar Observation  2:00 – 4:00 pm\nNight Sky Observation  7:00 – 10:00 pm \nWe celebrated the sun earlier today – now let’s celebrate the night sky at Richard Bong State Recreation Area’s Astronomy Day!  Bring your telescope or binoculars and learn how to focus and calibrate. \nThis afternoon we viewed sun spots and solar flares.  This evening discover the wonders of the ever changing night sky! \n  \n \n  \n2:00 – 4:00 pm \nSolar Observation and Telescope Clinic \n\nMeet in the Nature Explore Classroom Parking Lot (Near Shelter 2)\n\n  \n7:00 – 10:00 pm \nNight Sky and Telescope Clinic \n\nMeet in Parking Lot F\n\n  \n  \n  \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-day-solar-observation-2-4-pm-and-night-sky-observation-7-10-pm-2/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250202T221128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T153022Z
UID:8144-1746550800-1746556200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway with the BNA
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!! \nTuesday\, May 6th \n  \nMake a difference while enjoying a social evening by joining the BNA for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, May 6th!  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!  Long pants are recommended. \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  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-21/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250417T203613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T203613Z
UID:8381-1746871200-1746878400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Bubbles\, Breezes & Pebbles!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nBubbles\, Breezes & Pebbles!!! \nSaturday\, May 10th \nDrop in to enjoy the spring weather by flying a kite\, dancing with a bubble wand\, and/or painting friendship rocks! \nKites can be checked out for 30 minutes or purchased for $10. Limited quantities are available. \nFeel free to bring your own kites as well! All other supplies are provided and free! \nMeet at Shelter 3. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/bubbles-breezes-pebbles/
LOCATION:Shelter #3\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250417T202913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T203025Z
UID:8376-1746882000-1746885600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, May 10th\n \nLearn all about reptiles and amphibians and meet a few special animal ambassadors up close! \nLearn about each animals’ unique feeding habits and watch them in action! \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-17/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250227T221303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T181607Z
UID:8250-1747476000-1747481400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist – Busy Bees = Flower Pollinators!!!    Now on Saturday!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist – Busy Bees = Flower Pollinators!!! \nSaturday\, May 17th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about how our busy bees are hard at work pollinating your flowers.   Enjoy a story\, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! \n \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages or any special circumstances\, then please call 262-818-1712 and leave a message 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. \n\nWe always plan to be outside – so dress accordingly – but in the event of bad weather\, the Knee High Naturalist Program will be held in the Visitor Center.\nOur program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues.\n\nAll programs require a 2025 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-busy-bees-flower-pollinators-now-on-saturday/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250202T221946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T153421Z
UID:8148-1747760400-1747765800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nAdopt a Highway with the BNA!!!\n \nTuesday\, May 20th \n  \nMake a difference while enjoying a social evening by joining the BNA for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, May 20th!  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!  Long pants are recommended. \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-22/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250417T204539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T204539Z
UID:8386-1748091600-1748095200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, May 24th \nLearn all about reptiles and amphibians and meet a few special animal ambassadors up close! \nLearn about each animals’ unique feeding habits and watch them in action! \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-18/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T063000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250422T155639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T221122Z
UID:8417-1748667600-1748673000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Sunrise with the Sandhills!!!       
DESCRIPTION:Sunrise with the Sandhills!!!\n \nSaturday\, May 31st \nMeet at Parking Lot F and the Observation tower early in the morning to watch the sunrise and the Sandhill Cranes!  Enjoy light refreshments\, the Sandhills and other birds! \nThe observation tower\, overlooking the nature refuge\, is the perfect spot to watch the sedge of Sandhill Cranes as they stretch their wings and prepare to take off! \nPlease feel free to bring your own scopes and binoculars! We will also have some for you to borrow. \nPlease RSVP via the QR code or link below: \nhttps://forms.gle/37NRYPA8qvPc2Qgx7 \nQR – Sunrise with the Sandhills\nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/breakfast-with-the-cranes/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250417T214024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T214250Z
UID:8390-1748682000-1748692800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Birdbath Mosaic Craft!!!
DESCRIPTION:Birdbath Mosaic Craft!!! \nSaturday\, May 31st \nEnjoy a creative morning at the park with the ancient art of mosaic making! \nCreate a birdbath using a terracotta base and pieces of broken plates to create a beautifully unique design. \nThis class is recommended for adults and accompanied children ages 12 and up. Limited space is available. \nMeet at the Volunteer Shed (go north on Rhodes Road). \nClass fees benefit the Bong Naturalist Association. \nClass fee: $15 \nTo Register:  https://forms.gle/yjGzsZUVuKbjmWbB8      or    use the QR code below. \n \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/birdbath-mosaic-craft/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250202T222238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T202221Z
UID:8153-1748971800-1748977200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nAdopt a Highway with the BNA!!!\n \nTuesday\, June 3rd \n  \nMake a difference while enjoying a social evening by joining the BNA for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, June 3rd!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:30 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-23/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250530T163616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T163616Z
UID:8473-1749290400-1749297600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Bong Bicycle Tour!!!
DESCRIPTION:Bong Bicycle Tour!!! \nSaturday\, June 7th \nTake a bicycle tour of the park with a few of our volunteers! Experience the park in a unique way and make some friends along the way. \nAfter the tour\, stop back at the Visitor Center (or Shelter 1) for water &  a snack and enjoy a presentation on the History of Richard Bong State Recreation Area with our Natural Resources Educator! \nBe prepared to bike around 10 miles.  Also please be sure to bring plenty of water and sunscreen\, too. \nMeet at the Visitor Center parking lot\, and be ready to ride at 10 a.m \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/bong-bicycle-tour/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250530T201130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T201130Z
UID:8487-1749722400-1749727800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist – Wiggly Worms!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist – Wiggly Worms!!! \nThursday\,  June 12th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about wiggly worms.  Enjoy a story\, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages or any special circumstances\, then please call 262-818-1712 and leave a message 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. \n\nWe always plan to be outside – so dress accordingly – but in the event of bad weather\, the Knee High Naturalist Program will be held in the Visitor Center.\nOur program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues.\n\nAll programs require a 2025 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-wiggly-worms/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250530T160441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T160758Z
UID:8457-1749835800-1749841200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Shakespeare in the Park:  Love's Labour's Lost   Workshop at 5:30 & Performance at 7:00
DESCRIPTION:  \nShakespeare in the Park:  Love’s Labour’s Lost – Workshop \nWorkshop – 5:30 pm & Performance – 7:00 pm \nBring the whole family along for our annual Shakespeare in the Park with Summit Players! \nBe sue to come early and enjoy a unique outdoor workshop prior to the Summit Player’s performance of Love’s Labour’s Lost!  Join us for a fun\, play-specific educational workshop on Shakespearean history\, language and characters. \nThese workshops are specifically built for children ages 8 and up\, but younger children and “fun adults” can still have plenty of fun and learn things they never knew about Shakespeare! \nThe workshop starts at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. \nThe performance and workshop are offered free of charge to all visitors. \n \n  \nThe Story: \n\nThe King of Navarre and his three companions\, Berowne\, Dumaine and Longaville\, commit themselves to three years of hard study with no distractions. To further their committment\, the King declares that no woman will be allowed within a mile of the court. When a French Princess arrives with her three attendants\, the men immediately regret their oath in this fun and satisfying summer Shakespeare show. \n​All programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n\n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/shakespeare-in-the-park-loves-labours-lost-workshop-at-530-performance-at-700/
LOCATION:Amphitheater\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250530T162447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T162447Z
UID:8466-1749841200-1749848400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Shakespeare in the Park - Love's Labour's Lost     Performance at 7:00
DESCRIPTION:Shakespeare in the Park – Love’s Labour’s Lost \nPerformance – 7:00 pm \nJoin us for opening night of the Summit Players free\, stripped down fast-paced production of Love’s Labour’s Lost! \nBring the whole family and enjoy our annual Shakespeare in the Park with the Summit Players!  Amphitheater seating fills up quickly so be sure to bring your own lawn chair. \nThe performance (at 7:00 p.m.) and workshop (at 5:30 p.m.) are offered free of charge to all visitors. \n \n  \nThe Story: \n\nThe King of Navarre and his three companions\, Berowne\, Dumaine and Longaville\, commit themselves to three years of hard study with no distractions. To further their committment\, the King declares that no woman will be allowed within a mile of the court. When a French Princess arrives with her three attendants\, the men immediately regret their oath in this fun and satisfying summer Shakespeare show. \nFor additional information on the Summit Players please check out their website at:  http://www.summitplayerstheater.com \n  \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/shakespeare-in-the-park-loves-labours-lost-performance-at-700/
LOCATION:Amphitheater\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250530T202130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T202130Z
UID:8493-1749898800-1749902400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, June 14th\n \nLearn all about reptiles and amphibians and\nmeet a few special animal ambassadors up close! \nLearn about each animals’ unique feeding habits and watch them in action! \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-19/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250530T195710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T195710Z
UID:8478-1749906000-1749911400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk!!!
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy Sierra Club Wisconsin Chapter\n  \nButterfly Walk! \nSaturday\, June 14th \nTake a walk through the park and learn to identify the beautiful flying creatures that surround us! \nOur BNA volunteer butterfly citizen scientist\, Diane Price\, will teach you about the special species found here at the park\, host plants and trees\, and butterfly food sources! \nMeet behind the Visitor Center. Be prepared to hike. \nIf there is rain\, hike will be held June 15\, at the same time. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/butterfly-walk/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250202T222457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T202354Z
UID:8156-1750181400-1750186800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!!\n \nTuesday\, June 17th \n  \nMake a difference while enjoying a social evening by joining the BNA for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, June 17th!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:30 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-24/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144925
CREATED:20250530T205248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T205248Z
UID:8490-1750449600-1750455000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Bats of Wisconsin!!!
DESCRIPTION:Bats of Wisconsin!!! \nFriday\, June 20th \nMeet in the Visitor Center auditorium for a presentation about Wisconsin Bats\, from a WI Bat Ambassador and DNR Natural Resources Educator. \nAfter the presentation\, you are invited to join in a short acoustic bat monitoring hike! \nIf you plan to hike\, please bring a flashlight or headlamp—red light preferred. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/bats-of-wisconsin/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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