Join us for this annual event to discover why owls are the perfect night hunters. Dress for the weather because we will be 100% outside. Meet at Shelter 1, but be prepared to drive to a good viewing spot.
Join us to learn how different animals survive in the winter and how to identify animal tracks. Then take a hike of the property to try identifying tracks on your own with our handy take-home track identification guides! Meet at shelter 1.
Join the naturalist to hike and explore the 1.8 mile Green Trail as we search for signs of Spring. We will look for early migrating birds, plants, or signs of animals emerging . Trails will be wet and muddy (and fun!), dress accordingly.
Meet with an expert angler to discuss techniques for fly, pan or ice fishing. Review ethics and laws. Learn how to tie a good knot. View display of a variety of rods & reels and tackle. You’ll then be set to go fishing on your own. You can even borrow equipment from the Entrance Station! … Continue reading "Fishing Basics"
Drop in to this reduce, reuse and recycle Earth Day event. Choose from any or all of the following activities. Make a bowl from plarn (plastic yarn). For ages 10+ and it will take about an hour. Create plant markers Craft a bracelet with magazine paper beads Use old calendars and bags to create envelopes … Continue reading "Get Ready for Earth Day!"
Bring your 3-5 year old to this fun and involving nature program. This month meet some Sky Blue Birds. Please call 262-878-5601 to pre-register. Dress for the weather. Activity is free but you will need to have or purchase a state park sticker to attend.
Join us for the first highway clean-up of the year. You must be 12 years old to participate. Great way to earn service hours and get fresh air and exercise.
Hypertufa is a lightweight, porous material made from peat moss, cement and vermiculite or perlite. It can be molded into many shapes and used as a planter. Bring a cardboard box if you can to carry your project home. Please call 262-878-5601 on Saturday or Sunday to register and pre-pay the fee of $20. You … Continue reading "Make a Hypertufa Planter"
Bring your 3-5 year old to this fun and involving nature program. This month, it’s TIME TO GROW! Please call 262-878-5601 to pre-register. Dress for the weather. Activity is free but you will need to have or purchase a state park sticker to attend.
Join local astronomers to view the eclipse. Bring your own lawn chair, refreshments and optics if you have them. Dress for the weather, event is weather dependent. Activity is free but you will need to have or purchase a state park sticker to attend.
