Events

  Camp Skills Bonfire!!! Saturday, May 4th Join us at the fire pit near Shelter 1 for a fun evening of fire making, camp cooking and bonfire fun!  Enjoy music … Continue reading "Camp Skills Bonfire!!!"

Adopt a Highway!!! Tuesday, May 7th Please 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. Please wear bright colors, apply tick protection, wear proper footwear and bring water! For everyone's safety, please … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway!!!"

  Knee High Naturalist: It's a Windy Day!!! Thursday, May 9th It's a Windy Day!  Bring your 3 to 5 year old and enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration! 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 … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist: It’s a Windy Day!!!"

Mother's Day Hike!!! Sunday, May 12th Bring 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. Meet at the Visitor Center Parking Lot but be prepared to drive to another location. All programs require … Continue reading "Mother’s Day Hike!!"

  Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!! Friday, May 17th Meet a half hour after sunset  - at  8:30 pm - for a quarter moon observation!  In addition to the … Continue reading "Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!!"

Make a Mosaic Birdbath!!! Saturday, May 18th Make a bird bath using pieces of broken pottery and grout!  All supplies will be supplied.  Be creative and make your own design … Continue reading "Make a Mosaic Birdbath!!!"

Kids to the Park Day:  Kite Fly! Saturday, May 18th Meet at Shelter 3 to make your own kite or purchase a pre-made kite!  Enjoy the weather and see if … Continue reading "Kids to the Park Day: Kite Fly!!!"

Adopt a Highway!!! Tuesday, May 21st Please join us for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday, May 21st!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 pm … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway!!!"

Sunset Campground Opens!!! Thursday, May 23rd As of Thursday, May 23rd, all RBSRA campgrounds will be open!! Firewood is sold year-round at the Molinaro Visitor Center/Headquarters parking lot through a … Continue reading "Sunset Campground Opens!!"

Peace Poles & Kindness Rocks!!! Meet behind the Visitor Center to paint peace poles and special kindness rocks!  Put your creative cap on and leave your mark at the park! … Continue reading "Peace Poles & Kindness Rocks!!!"