Events

Owl Prowl & Encounter!!! Learn all about owls and what makes them special birds of prey! Encounter two special owl ambassadors, who are cared for by master falconer, Ed Foster.  … Continue reading "Owl Prowl & Encounter!!!"

2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Registration Open Through July 8th!! BNA is proud to once again be a host site/training center for the Master Naturalist Volunteer Training … Continue reading "2024 Master Naturalist Volunteer Training at Bong – Registration Open Through July 8th!!"

  Knee High Naturalist:  A Snowy Day!! Bring your 3 to 5-year-old to the park and learn about the special substance that falls from the sky in the winter! How … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist: A Snowy Day!!"

  Live Snake Encounter! Learn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance … Continue reading "Live Snake Encounter!!!"

  Needle Felted Owl!! Bring a bag lunch (if you would like) and enjoy a fun craft at the park!  Winter is the season when owls are nesting, so in … Continue reading "Needle Felted Owl!!!"

  Live Snake Encounter!!! Learn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance … Continue reading "Live Snake Encounter!!!"

  Live Snake Encounter!! Learn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake Mickey is fed a mouse! You will even get the chance … Continue reading "Live Snake Encounter!!!"

  Knee High Naturalist:  Owl Babies!! Bring your 3 to 5-year-old to the park and learn about these unique birds of prey! Explore together with your children!  Please pre-register before … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist: Owl Babies!!!"

Return to Romance!! Celebrate love with Richard Bong State Recreation Area's annual Return to Romance!  Bring a special someone who makes you feel loved and enjoy a winter hike, campfire, … Continue reading "Return to Romance!!!"

  Winter Tracks Hike!!! Dress for the weather and head out into the winter wonderland that is Richard Bong State Recreation Area this month! Observe the unique seasonal changes and … Continue reading "Winter Tracks Hike!!!"