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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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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:20260403T203114
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T160714Z
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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:20260403T203114
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T161336Z
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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:20260403T203114
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T211140Z
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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:20260403T203114
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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:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240509T161813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T161813Z
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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:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240509T192017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T192017Z
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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:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240509T193328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T194559Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240509T205434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T205434Z
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SUMMARY:Peace Poles & Kindness Rocks!!!
DESCRIPTION:Peace Poles & Kindness Rocks!!! \nMeet behind the Visitor Center to paint peace poles and special kindness rocks!  Put your creative cap on and leave your mark at the park! \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/peace-poles-kindness-rocks/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240525T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240509T160107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T210022Z
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SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, May 25th \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-5/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240527T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240527T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240509T205902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T205902Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:Memorial Day Hike!!! \nMonday\, May 27th \nJoin us for an afternoon spring hike on Memorial Day!  Meet at the Vista Trailhead and prepare to learn about the unique history of the area. \nEnjoy the peacefulness of this less-used nature trail as our Natural Resources Educator takes you on a guided hike.  The Visa Trail enters a beautiful hardwood forest and goes past a small pond. This is also an excellent birding area for woodland species. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/memorial-day-hike/
LOCATION:Vista Picnic Area\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240523T203141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T203141Z
UID:7391-1717236000-1717243200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Homestead Days
DESCRIPTION:Homestead Days \nJoin us for a day celebrating homesteading through the decades! Dress up like an original Brighton settler\, play games\, and create a nature journal! \nMeet at 10 a.m. for a historical hike down Rhodes Road to the Champion Tree Trail! Learn about the first settlers in the area. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/homestead-days/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240523T203615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T203735Z
UID:7396-1717250400-1717254000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, June 1st\n \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-6/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240523T204555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T204555Z
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SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway!!!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway!!! \nTuesday\, June 4th \nPlease join us for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, June 4th!  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! \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-13/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240523T205525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T205525Z
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SUMMARY:Plant-It or Pick-It!
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlant-It or Pick-It! \nSaturday\, June 8th \nLearn about native and invasive plant species that can be found at the\npark\, then get outside to plant and pick! \n \n  \nTry your hand at identifying and removing some invasives! \nAll ages welcome. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/plant-it-or-pick-it/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240523T212650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240526T185142Z
UID:7413-1718100000-1718105400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorer Family Club:  Planting and Creating Signs!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nNature Explorer Family Club:  Planting & Creating Signs!!!\n \nTuesday\, June 11th \nPlants beans\, create plant signs and learn to care for plants in the RBSRA Nature Explore Classroom (NEC.)   Bring this new knowledge and understanding home with you and assist in your family’s garden. \nNature Explore Family Club is for children ages 5-10 accompanied by an adult (or car pool group with one adult) to enjoy outdoor experiences.  Siblings are welcome to attend. \nMeet behind the Visitor Center in Gathering Area 2 of the NEC. \nPlease register by visiting the RBSRA Entrance Station\, calling 262-878-5601* or e-mailing: emily.cole@wisconsin.gov   Please leave the participating children(s) name\, ages\, and the program date. \n*alternative phone number:  262-878-5609 \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/nature-explorer-family-club-planting-caring-for-your-garden/
LOCATION:Nature Explore Classroom\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240526T183830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240526T184106Z
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SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist: Rocks!!!
DESCRIPTION:Knee High Naturalist: Rocks!!!\n \nThursday\, June 13th \nLearn about the rocks around us and how they came to be here.  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. \nPlease pre-register by calling 262-332-1574.  We ask that you also call to cancel if you are not able to come. \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-rocks/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240519T181311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240526T185436Z
UID:7369-1718386200-1718391600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Shakespeare in the Park:  A Midsummer Night's Dream - Workshop!!
DESCRIPTION:Shakespeare in the Park:  A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Workshop \nCome early and enjoy a unique outdoor workshop prior to the Summit Player’s performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream! 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 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\nBringing it back to where it all begin\, The Summit Players are hitting the road this summer with the show that launched the company\, Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream! \n​Kings\, queens\, fairies\, lovers\, and sprites all collide in an enchanted forest one midsummer night proving that “the course of true love never did run smooth.” One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies takes us on a beguiling odyssey full of mistaken identities\, misguided passions\, love potions\, and magic spells. \n\nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/shakespeare-in-the-park-a-midsummer-nights-dream-workshop/
LOCATION:Amphitheater\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240519T180955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T181647Z
UID:7374-1718391600-1718400600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Shakespeare in the Park - A Midsummer Night's Dream - Performance!!!
DESCRIPTION:Shakespeare in the Park – A Midsummer Night’s Dream!!!\n \nJoin us for opening night of the Summit Players free\, stripped down fast-paced production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream!   www.summitplayerstheater.com \nBe 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\nBringing it back to where it all begin\, The Summit Players are hitting the road this summer with the show that launched the company\, Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream! \n​Kings\, queens\, fairies\, lovers\, and sprites all collide in an enchanted forest one midsummer night proving that “the course of true love never did run smooth.” One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies takes us on a beguiling odyssey full of mistaken identities\, misguided passions\, love potions\, and magic spells. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n\n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/shakespeare-in-the-park-a-midsummer-nights-dream-performance/
LOCATION:Amphitheater\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240526T190716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240602T184916Z
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SUMMARY:Make a Mosaic Birdbath!!
DESCRIPTION:Make a Mosaic Birdbath! \nSaturday\, June 15th \nMake a bird bath using pieces of broken pottery and grout!  All supplies will be provided.  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 \n \n  \nPlease register by calling the RBSRA Entrance Station at (262) 878-5601.*  You may also email emily.cole@wisconsin.gov. \n*alternate number:  262-878-5609 \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. \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/make-a-mosaic-birdbath-3/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240308T201221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240526T190836Z
UID:7167-1718485200-1718490600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Quarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nQuarter Moon\, Stars & Planets Observation!!! \nSaturday\, June 15th \nMeet a half hour after sunset  – at  9:00 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.\n \nImage courtesy of Tom Harper!
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/quarter-moon-stars-planets-observation-4/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240616T113000
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UID:7440-1718532000-1718537400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Father's Day Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:Father’s Day Hike!!! \nSaturday\, June 16th \nBring your father\, or someone who makes you feel at home\, and come on out to the park for a special Father’s Day Hike! \nMeet at the Visitor Center and be prepared to drive to a second location. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/fathers-day-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240526T192129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240526T192129Z
UID:7443-1718874000-1718879400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Solstice Pollinator Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:Solstice Pollinator Hike!!! \nThursday\, June 20th \nLearn to love the BEES\, and other special pollinators! Help us celebrate the summer solstice by working on your pollinator identification. \n \n  \nMeet at the Visitor Center. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/solstice-pollinator-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240622T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240526T192906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240526T192906Z
UID:7449-1719050400-1719055800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Plant for the Pollinators!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlant for the Pollinators!!! \nLearn which plants are best for pollinators and try your hand at making your own pollinator friendly creation! \nMeet behind the Visitor Center. \nThere is a $5 fee for this class. \nPlease pre-register for this class – as space is limited – by calling the RBSRA Entrance Station at (262) 878-5601.*  You may also email emily.cole@wisconsin.gov. \n*alternate number:  262-878-5609 \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/plant-for-the-pollinators/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240625T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240308T193316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240526T193517Z
UID:7145-1719309600-1719315000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorer Family Club:  Backbone not Required!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nNature Explorer Family Club:  Backbone not Required!!!\n \nTuesday\, June 25 \nWhat do insects\, spiders\, snails and centipedes have in common?   They’ve got no spine!! \nNature Explore Family Club is for children ages 5-10 accompanied by an adult (or car pool group with one adult) to enjoy outdoor experiences.  Siblings are welcome to attend. \nMeet behind the Visitor Center in Gathering Area 2 of the NEC. \nRegistration is required.  Please register by visiting the RBSRA Entrance Station\, calling 262-878-5601* or e-mailing: emily.cole@wisconsin.gov   Please leave the participating children(s) name\, ages\, and the program date. \n*alternative phone number:  262-878-5609 \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/nature-explorer-family-club-backbone-not-required/
LOCATION:Nature Explore Classroom\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240526T194700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240602T185328Z
UID:7459-1719655200-1719660600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Macro-invertebrate Pond Study!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nMacro-invertebrate Pond Study!!! \nSaturday\, June 29th \nMeet by Shelter 2 to study the unique creatures that we can see with our eyes but often forget about! We’ll have microscopes and magnifying glasses available so that we can get a closer look at these special creatures. \nLet’s see what we can scoop! \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/macro-invertebrate-pond-study/
LOCATION:Shelter #2\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240523T204028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T204028Z
UID:7401-1719669600-1719673200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, June 29th\n \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-7/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203114
CREATED:20240625T212605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T212931Z
UID:7568-1720292400-1720299600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Social Bonfire!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nSocial Bonfire!!! \nSaturday\, July 6th \nJoin us at the firepit near Shelter 1 as we celebrate the Independence Day holiday weekend.  Learn campfire skills and enjoy a relaxing bonfire with guitar music\, sweet treats\, and good conversation. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/social-bonfire-3/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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