Friday, April 19th Just Added! Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!! Friday, April 19th Meet a half hour after sunset  - at  8:00 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.  … Continue reading "Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!! *Date Just Added*"

  Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!! Saturday, April 20th Meet a half hour after sunset  - at  8:00 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 … Continue reading "Quarter Moon, Stars & Planets Observation!!!"

Adopt a Highway!!! Tuesday, April 23rd We were rained out last week but let's try again.  Please join us for our first 2024 Adopt a Highway on Tuesday, April 23rd!  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, … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway!!! New Date!"

Due to low registration, RBSRA has cancelled this event. Thank you for your understanding. Meet Smokey Bear & Enjoy Arbor Day and Champion Tree Art Activities Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA) is buzzing with activities during the Happy Little Trees events and on Arbor Day!  (See separate … Continue reading "Cancelled: Meet Smokey Bear & Enjoy Arbor Day and Champion Tree Art Activities"

Due to low registration, RBSRA has cancelled this event. Thank you for your understanding. Run, Walk or Paint For the Trees and Support Forest Health at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA!) Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th The Wisconsin DNR is one of several states participating in the "Happy Little Trees" program.  RBSRA … Continue reading "Cancelled: Run, Walk or Paint For the Trees and Support Forest Health at RBSRA"

Please join us for Battling Invasives at Bong!!! Saturday, April 27th Invasive plants compromise the survival of native plants.  Learn about the types of invasive plants growing at Bong and methods to control them. A short presentation will be followed by an outdoor activity which will allow participants the opportunity to ID garlic mustard and … Continue reading "Please Join Us for Battling Invasives at Bong!!!"

Due to low registration, RBSRA has cancelled this event. Thank you for your understanding. Run, Walk or Paint For the Trees and Support Forest Health at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA!) Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th The Wisconsin DNR is one of several states participating in the "Happy Little Trees" program.  RBSRA … Continue reading "Cancelled: Run, Walk or Paint For the Trees and Support Forest Health at RBSRA"

Due to low registration, RBSRA has cancelled this event. Thank you for your understanding. Meet Smokey Bear & Enjoy Arbor Day and Champion Tree Art Activities Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA) is buzzing with activities during the Happy Little Trees events and on Arbor Day!  (See separate … Continue reading "Cancelled: Meet Smokey Bear & Enjoy Arbor Day and Champion Tree Art Activities"

  Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!! Saturday, May 4th Learn all about our education ambassador reptiles and amphibians!  Watch their feeding routine and learn all about the care of these special creatures. If you are lucky and brave, you may even get to touch one of our education snakes! Meet in the Visitor's … Continue reading "Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!!"

  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 and good conversation over a fire!   All programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.