Events

Nature Explorer Family Club:  Buzz and Flutter! Tuesday, July 23rd From moths and butterflies to bees and wasps.  Join us to learn about the science - and the dancing - involved in pollinating! Nature Explore Family Club is for children ages 5-10 accompanied by an adult (or car pool group with one adult) to enjoy … Continue reading "Nature Explorer Family Club:  Buzz and Flutter!"

Pond Study!!! Saturday, July 27th Meet at Shelter 2 to study the unique creatures that we can see with our eyes but often forget about! We will have microscopes and magnifying glasses available so that we can get a closer look at these special creatures. Let's see what we can scoop! Kids must be accompanied … Continue reading "Pond Study!!!"

  Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!! Saturday, July 27th 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!!!"

  Adopt a Highway!!! Tuesday, July 30th Please join us for Adopt A Highway on Tuesday, July 30th!  Please arrive at the RBSRA 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, … Continue reading "Adopt A Highway"

Pond Study!!! Friday, August 2nd Meet at the Urban Pond (Near Shelter 2) and join our Natural Resources Educator to study the unique creatures that we can see with our eyes but often forget about! We’ll have microscopes and magnifying glasses available so that we can get a closer look at these special creatures. Let’s … Continue reading "Pond Study!!!"

Social Bonfire!!! Saturday, August 3rd All ages are welcome! Join our Natural Resources Educator for this beautiful summer evening social bonfire. Learn campfire skills and enjoy a relaxing bonfire with guitar music, musical instruments that you bring and good conversation. Meet at Shelter 1. All programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily … Continue reading "Social Bonfire!!!"

Nature Explorer Family Club:  Enchanted by Plants!!! Tuesday, August 6th Turning sun into sugar is tricky business, but it is a full-time job for the ground plants, mosses and ferns around us!  Discover how the plants at our feet become a source of water, shelter, foor or in some cases - delicious teas and medicines! … Continue reading "Nature Explorer Family Club:  Enchanted by Plants!!!"

  Knee High Naturalist: Fish-It's a Fishy Day!!! Thursday, August 8th 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 we can prepare to … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist: Fish-It’s a Fishy Day!!!"

In Touch with Nature—Drop In!!! Friday, August 9th While visiting the beach, drop in and visit our Naturalist Station to practice using your senses to observe nature! Look for the green “Nature Program” flag! All programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.

Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!! Saturday, August 10th 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 Center … Continue reading "Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!!"