Events

Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!! Tuesday, June 17th   Make a difference while enjoying a social evening by joining the BNA for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday, June 17th!  … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!!"

Bats of Wisconsin!!! Friday, June 20th Meet in the Visitor Center auditorium for a presentation about Wisconsin Bats, from a WI Bat Ambassador and DNR Natural Resources Educator. After the presentation, you are invited to join in a short acoustic bat monitoring hike! If you plan to hike, please bring a flashlight or headlamp—red light … Continue reading "Bats of Wisconsin!!!"

  Birdbath Mosaic Craft!!! Saturday, June 21st Enjoy a creative morning at the park with the ancient art of mosaic making! Create a birdbath using a terracotta base and pieces of broken plates to create a beautifully unique design. This class is recommended for adults and accompanied children ages 12 and up. Limited space is … Continue reading "Birdbath Mosaic Craft!!!"

Dark Skies & Light Pollution! Saturday, June 21sr A program on enjoying dark skies and the effects light pollution has on living things. Courtesy International Dark Sky Association Information will … Continue reading "Dark Skies & Light Pollution!!!"

Social Bonfire!!! Friday, July 4th Meet at the fire ring near Shelter 1 for a fun bonfire in the park! Meet other campers, roast marshmallows, and enjoy a beautiful evening … Continue reading "Social Bonfire!!!"

  Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!! Saturday, July 5th Learn all about reptiles and amphibians and meet a few special animal ambassadors up close! Learn about each animals’ … Continue reading "Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!!"

Event Canceled & will be Rescheduled.  Thank you Solar Observation (1 - 3 pm) & Night Sky Observation (9 - 11 pm)   Join us on Saturday, July 5th, to … Continue reading "Solar Observation (1 – 3 pm) & Night Sky Observation (9 – 11 pm) – Event Canceled; to be Rescheduled"

Courtesy Tom Harper   Event Canceled & will be Rescheduled.  Thank you Night Sky Observation (9 - 11 pm) Saturday, July 5th Join us on Saturday, July 5th, to celebrate … Continue reading "Night Sky Observation (9 – 11 pm) – Event Canceled; to be Rescheduled"

Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!! Tuesday, July 8th   Make a difference while enjoying a social evening by joining the BNA for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday, July 8th!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:30 pm to get your safety vest and other gear. Please wear bright colors, … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!!"

Photo Courtesy of Sierra Club Wisconsin Chapter   Butterfly Hike!!! Saturday, July 12th Enjoy a butterfly walk in the park with one of our knowledgeable butterfly volunteers! Stroll through the park and practice identifying some of the incredible butterflies that utilize Richard Bong SRA’s beautiful prairies and woodlands. Meet at the Visitor Center, but be … Continue reading "Butterfly Hike!!!"