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.  

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 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!!!"

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 or check in the with coordinators for ideas. **Meet in BNA Volunteer Shed down Rhodes Road (service road north of the park.) Class Fee: $10 … Continue reading "Make a Mosaic Birdbath!!!"