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SUMMARY:Friendship Bracelet Fun!!!
DESCRIPTION:Friendship Bracelet Fun!!! \nSaturday\, September 21st \nLearn the basics to make a friendship bracelet from start to finish.  Leave with a finished bracelet and the “know how” to make more for your friends! \nThere is a $5 class fee for materials and to support the Bong Naturalist Association. \nThis class is recommended for children 12 years old and older as well as adults. \nPlease pre-register by stopping at the Entrance Station or calling 262-878-5602. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/friendship-bracelet-fun/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T150000
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SUMMARY:Friendship Bracelet Fun!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nFriendship Bracelet Fun!!! \nSaturday\, September 21st \nLearn the basics to make a friendship bracelet from start to finish.  Leave with a finished bracelet and the “know how” to make more for your friends! \nThere is a $5 class fee for materials and to support the Bong Naturalist Association. \nThis class is recommended for children 12 years old and older as well as adults. \nPlease pre-register by stopping at the Entrance Station or calling 262-878-5602. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/friendship-bracelet-fun-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20240904T211849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T211849Z
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SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, September 21st \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-12/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T211557Z
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SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway!!!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway!!! \nTuesday\, September 24th\n \nPlease join us for Adopt A Highway on Tuesday\, September 24th!  Please arrive at the RBSRA 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! \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance pass.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-19/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20240904T215437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T220009Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Seed Scatter!!!
DESCRIPTION:Fall Seed Scatter!!! \nSaturday\, September 28th \nMeet our Natural Resources Educator\, Emily\, at the Visitor’s Center for a fun seed project! \nUse mud and seeds to make “Seed Bombs” then\, head out to launch native seeds into the prairie! \nAll ages welcome! \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/fall-seed-scatter-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20240904T212118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T212118Z
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SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, September 28th \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-13/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T184439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T220019Z
UID:7869-1728122400-1728126000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Meditation/Sensory Hike
DESCRIPTION:Meditation/Sensory Hike \nSaturday\, October 5th \nMeet at the Visitor Center and spend an hour in nature\, bathing in forest light and seasonal change. Take a breather and connect with nature on this unique hike. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/meditation-sensory-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T184719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T220104Z
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SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians
DESCRIPTION:Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians \nSaturday\, October 5th\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-14/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20240526T205330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T214144Z
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SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist:  Bats!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist:  Bats!!!\n \nThursday\, October 10th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about bats! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages\, or any special circumstances\, then please leave a message at 262-878-5602 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-bats/
LOCATION:Nature Explore Classroom\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T191732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T191732Z
UID:7878-1728741600-1728748800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Day:  Solar Viewing
DESCRIPTION:  \nAstronomy Day: Solar Viewing \nSaturday\, October 12th \nMeet at the Parking Lot near Urban Pond/Shelter 2 for a chance to see the sun through a telescope!  Join Tom\, our amazing volunteer astronomer\, to view solar activity through a special solar telescope. \n**Tom and Emily\, RBSRA Natural Resources Educator\, will also be holding a Star Gazing event from 7-10 pm at Lot F.  See more details on the Astronomy Day:  Star Gazing event link: https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-day-star-gazing/ \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-day-solar-viewing/
LOCATION:Shelter #2\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T220246Z
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SUMMARY:Astronomy Day:  Star Gazing & Quarter Moon Observation!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nAstronomy Day:  Star Gazing & Quarter Moon Observation!!!\n \nSaturday\, October 12th \nJoin Tom\, BNA’s amazing volunteer astronomer\, and Emily\, RBSRA Natural Resources Educator at Lot F for a fantastic evening of celestial viewing and star gazing. \nWe will be looking at the quarter moon\, stars and planets\, if visible.  Bring your binoculars or take a peek through a telescope.  Be sure to ask Tom questions about the stars\, planets\, and solar systems of our universe. \n \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  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-day-star-gazing/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T193839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T193839Z
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SUMMARY:Groundwater Talk & Demo
DESCRIPTION:  \nGroundwater Talk & Demo \nSaturday\, October 19th \nLearn about the importance of groundwater\, and see a demo of how groundwater moves through the ecosystem. \nEmily\, RBSRA’s Natural Resources Educator\, will demo the groundwater model\, which shows a “slice” or cross-section representation of the Earth\, allowing visitors to “see” how groundwater flows\, it’s impact on water tables and it can even show the effects of pumping on the groundwater levels. \nMeet at the Visitor Center. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/groundwater-talk-demo/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T194838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T214240Z
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SUMMARY:Watercolor Class:  Autumn Leaves!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nWatercolor Class:  Autumn Leaves!! \nVisit our park this month and create colorful leaf watercolor paintings inspired by the gorgeous fall colors at Richard Bong State Recreation Area! \nPractice watercolor and printing methods to create frameable art! \nAll materials and supplies will be provided. There is no class fee for this event. \nThis event is recommended for adults and children ages 12 and older. Meet in the Visitor Center Auditorium. \nThis class will be led by Paula Touhey\, a local artist whose work has been featured in the Lemon Street Gallery. Please sign up for this class by calling (262) 878-5602. Limited spots are available. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/watercolor-class-autumn-leaves-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T205521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T205631Z
UID:7911-1729962000-1729972800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Eco-Halloween Hike
DESCRIPTION:  \nEco-Halloween Hike \nSaturday\, October 26th \nJoin the park and the Bong Naturalist Association for our annual Eco-Halloween Hike! \n \nThere will be fun for the whole family\, with a lighted trail with creative trick-or-treat stops that teach you about nature! Enjoy s’mores\, cider\, and more! \nWear a costume if you would like\, but dress for the weather! \n \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/eco-halloween-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T215940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T215940Z
UID:7918-1731146400-1731153600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Bow Making
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Bow Making \nSaturday\, November 9th \nGet ready for the holidays with this special bow making class! Learn to adorn your wreaths\, packages\, and more with holiday wired ribbons. \nA $5 class fee for materials will be collected \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/holiday-bow-making/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241101T203322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T221015Z
UID:7974-1731578400-1731583800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist:  Bats!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist:  Bats!!!\n \nThursday\, November 14th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about bats! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages\, or any special circumstances\, then please leave a message at 262-818-1712 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-naturalist-bats-2/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T213106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T210237Z
UID:7922-1731751200-1731758400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Corn Husk People
DESCRIPTION:Corn Husk People\n \nSaturday\, November 16th \nJoin us and have loads of fun making a special doll – boy or girl – using corn husks!  Connect to the past and various cultures while crafting this unique item. \nLearn how to create the basic form\, then decorate using corn husk techniques. \nThis class is for adults and children ages 12 and older.  Children should be accompanied by an adult. \n\nThere is no class fee!\nPlease register for this class by calling 262-818-1712.\n\nLimited spaces are available. \nMeet in the Visitors Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/corn-husk-people/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T214001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T220656Z
UID:7929-1732370400-1732375800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians \nSaturday\, November 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 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-animal-encounter-reptiles-amphibians-15/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241101T204947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T220044Z
UID:7977-1733562000-1733569200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:RBSRA Annual Winter Greenery - Class #1:  Porch Pots!
DESCRIPTION:  \nRBSRA Annual Winter Greenery Classes! \nSaturday\, December 7th:  Porch Pots\n \n\nClass #1:  9:00 am – 11:00 am:   Porch Pots\n\nClass #2:  11:30 am – 1:30 pm:  Swags & Wreaths\n\n\nJoin us for our annual Winter Greenery Classes.  Use natural greenery from the park to create beautiful door decorations\, porch pots and more! \nThere is a $35 fee for the Porch Pot greenery class and a fee of $25 for the Swags & Wreath class. \nPlease call Emily\, our Natural Resources Educator\, at 262-818-1712 or email her at emily.cole@wisconsin.gov to pre-register for the class(es) that you would like to attend. \n*The Winter Greenery program is located at the Volunteer Shed.  Turn North on the service road\, across from the Entrance\, and follow that to the Volunteer Shed located on Rhodes Road. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/rbsra-annual-winter-greenery-class-1-porch-pots/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241101T205314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T220139Z
UID:7981-1733571000-1733578200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:RBSRA Annual Winter Greenery - Class #2:  Swags & Wreaths
DESCRIPTION:  \nRBSRA Annual Winter Greenery Classes! \nSaturday\, December 7th:  Swags & Wreaths\n \n\nClass #1:  9:00 am – 11:00 am:   Porch Pots\n\nClass #2:  11:30 am – 1:30 pm:  Swags & Wreaths\n\n\nJoin us for our annual Winter Greenery Classes.  Use natural greenery from the park to create beautiful door decorations\, porch pots and more! \n \n  \nThere is a $35 fee for the Porch Pot greenery class and a fee of $25 for the Swags & Wreath class. \nPlease call Emily\, our Natural Resources Educator\, at 262-818-1712 or email her at emily.cole@wisconsin.gov to pre-register for the class(es) that you would like to attend. \n*The Winter Greenery program is located at the Volunteer Shed.  Turn North on the service road\, across from the Entrance\, and follow that to the Volunteer Shed located on Rhodes Road. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/rbsra-annual-winter-greenery-class-2-swags-wreaths/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T220935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T220935Z
UID:8007-1734184800-1734188400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, December 14th \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-16/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T230955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T230955Z
UID:8005-1734775200-1734782400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Zentangle Ornament Craft!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nZentangle Ornament Craft!!! \nSaturday\, December 21st \nDraw Zentangle “doodles” with marker on a large clear ornament.  Turn these into a lovely holiday present to hang from the stand or for yourself to hook on your tree. \nMaterials and directions will be provided. \nPlease phone 262-818-1712 to register.  There is a $10 for materials. \nMeet in the Visitor Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/zentangle-ornament-craft/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T222537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T222537Z
UID:8012-1734786000-1734791400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nWinter Solstice Hike!!! \nSaturday\, December 21st \nMeet at the Visitor Center and join the RBSRA Natural Resources Educator for a winter weather hike through the park in honor of the Winter Solstice! \nPlease dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/winter-solstice-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T224404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241208T185638Z
UID:8015-1735732800-1735740000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA) First Day Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nRBSRA First Day Hike!!! \nWednesday\, January 1st \nRing in the New Year with a First Day Hike at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA)! \nJoin a large group hike or take a self-guided hike along the green trail (trail may change due to conditions) with a special send-off at noon and 1 p.m. by our Natural Resources Educator.  Stop by the fire for a special First Day Hike sticker! \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 January 1st or 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.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/richard-bong-state-recreation-area-rbsra-first-day-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T230358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T215008Z
UID:8022-1736607600-1736618400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Prey Demonstration & Owl Prowl!!!
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Screech Owl\n  \nBirds of Prey Demonstration & Owl Prowl!!! \nSaturday\, January 11th \nLearn all about owls from our Natural Resources Educator\, then meet some owls and birds of prey in person. A question and answer session will be held with their caregiver\, a local falconer—Ed Foster. \nOwl Babies – Great Horned Owl\nAfterwards\, head outside and search for owls on our beautiful trails.  Owls commonly heard at RBSRA are the Great Horned Owl\, the Eastern Screech Owl and the Norther Saw-whet Owl. \n  \nProgram will be held in the Visitor Center Auditorium.  Join us for an Owl Prowl\, outside\, following the program. \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 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/birds-of-prey-demonstration-owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T231850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T231850Z
UID:8029-1737194400-1737199800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist - Who's Here - Winter Tracks   (Now on Saturdays!)
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist – Who’s Here – Winter Tracks!!! \nSaturday\, January 18th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about tracks!  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. \nWe always plan to be outside\, so please dress accordingly! Program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues. \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.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-whos-here-winter-tracks-now-on-saturdays/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241208T190529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T212800Z
UID:8045-1737799200-1737813600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Bracelet Fun!!!
DESCRIPTION:Friendship Bracelet Fun!!! \nSaturday\, January 25th \nJoin us between 10 am – 2:00 pm to make fun friendship bracelets with unique chevron designs! \nPractice creating your own clasp and try your hand at different designs! Learn a new skill and take home a special craft or two! \n$5 class fee for supplies. To start your bracelet\, please meet in the Visitor Center Auditorium between 10:00 and 1:00p.m. as it takes a good hour to complete your friendship bracelet. \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.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/friendship-bracelet-fun-3/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241208T195243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T225640Z
UID:8049-1739037600-1739044800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Return to Romance!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nReturn to Romance!!! \nSaturday\, February 8th \nCome inside\, have a seat and snack on a delicious assortment of locally made sweets and bakery items. \nWarm your tummy as you enjoy a selection of warm beverages\, and immerse yourself in music provided by a lineup of local musicians. \nJoin us in the atrium to have your picture taken inside a special picture frame with your Valentine at your side. \n \n  \n  \nAnd be sure to go for a stroll down our candlelit wooded path and end up at our warm glowing campfire. \n  \n \n  \n  \nPlease pre-register via the following link or QR code.\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfY1nzD00j4inx4RypkKrQ6DBRRgVi48YjBwiLZsFBp6tWx6w/viewform?usp=sf_link \n \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.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/return-to-romance-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T232406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T232406Z
UID:8038-1739613600-1739619000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist - Dear Deer!!!   (Now on Saturdays!)
DESCRIPTION:Knee High Naturalist – Dear Deer!!!\n \nSaturday\, February 15th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about deer!  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. \nWe always plan to be outside\, so please dress accordingly! Program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues. \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.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-dear-deer-now-on-saturdays/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250220T012702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T134838Z
UID:8232-1740504600-1740511800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
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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