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SUMMARY:Eco-Halloween Hike
DESCRIPTION:  \nEco-Halloween Hike \nSaturday\, October 26th \nJoin the park and the Bong Naturalist Association for our annual Eco-Halloween Hike! \n \nThere will be fun for the whole family\, with a lighted trail with creative trick-or-treat stops that teach you about nature! Enjoy s’mores\, cider\, and more! \nWear a costume if you would like\, but dress for the weather! \n \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/eco-halloween-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday Bow Making
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Bow Making \nSaturday\, November 9th \nGet ready for the holidays with this special bow making class! Learn to adorn your wreaths\, packages\, and more with holiday wired ribbons. \nA $5 class fee for materials will be collected \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/holiday-bow-making/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T221015Z
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SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist:  Bats!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist:  Bats!!!\n \nThursday\, November 14th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about bats! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages\, or any special circumstances\, then please leave a message at 262-818-1712 so that we can prepare to accommodate your group. \nPrograms are free\, but you need a Wisconsin State Park admission sticker or pay the daily park entrance fee. \nKnee-high Naturalist is for 3 to 5-year-olds and a grown-up in their life. Siblings are welcome.  Our goal is to provide environmental education through stories\, crafts\, hiking and playing outdoors. \nWe always plan to be outside\, so please dress accordingly! Program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-bats-2/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T213106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T210237Z
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SUMMARY:Corn Husk People
DESCRIPTION:Corn Husk People\n \nSaturday\, November 16th \nJoin us and have loads of fun making a special doll – boy or girl – using corn husks!  Connect to the past and various cultures while crafting this unique item. \nLearn how to create the basic form\, then decorate using corn husk techniques. \nThis class is for adults and children ages 12 and older.  Children should be accompanied by an adult. \n\nThere is no class fee!\nPlease register for this class by calling 262-818-1712.\n\nLimited spaces are available. \nMeet in the Visitors Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/corn-husk-people/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241001T214001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T220656Z
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SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians \nSaturday\, November 23rd \nLearn all about our education ambassador reptiles and amphibians!  Watch their feeding routine and learn all about the care of these special creatures. \nIf you are lucky and brave\, you may even get to touch one of our education snakes! \nMeet in the Visitor’s Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-animal-encounter-reptiles-amphibians-15/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T220044Z
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SUMMARY:RBSRA Annual Winter Greenery - Class #1:  Porch Pots!
DESCRIPTION:  \nRBSRA Annual Winter Greenery Classes! \nSaturday\, December 7th:  Porch Pots\n \n\nClass #1:  9:00 am – 11:00 am:   Porch Pots\n\nClass #2:  11:30 am – 1:30 pm:  Swags & Wreaths\n\n\nJoin us for our annual Winter Greenery Classes.  Use natural greenery from the park to create beautiful door decorations\, porch pots and more! \nThere is a $35 fee for the Porch Pot greenery class and a fee of $25 for the Swags & Wreath class. \nPlease call Emily\, our Natural Resources Educator\, at 262-818-1712 or email her at emily.cole@wisconsin.gov to pre-register for the class(es) that you would like to attend. \n*The Winter Greenery program is located at the Volunteer Shed.  Turn North on the service road\, across from the Entrance\, and follow that to the Volunteer Shed located on Rhodes Road. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/rbsra-annual-winter-greenery-class-1-porch-pots/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T113000
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SUMMARY:RBSRA Annual Winter Greenery - Class #2:  Swags & Wreaths
DESCRIPTION:  \nRBSRA Annual Winter Greenery Classes! \nSaturday\, December 7th:  Swags & Wreaths\n \n\nClass #1:  9:00 am – 11:00 am:   Porch Pots\n\nClass #2:  11:30 am – 1:30 pm:  Swags & Wreaths\n\n\nJoin us for our annual Winter Greenery Classes.  Use natural greenery from the park to create beautiful door decorations\, porch pots and more! \n \n  \nThere is a $35 fee for the Porch Pot greenery class and a fee of $25 for the Swags & Wreath class. \nPlease call Emily\, our Natural Resources Educator\, at 262-818-1712 or email her at emily.cole@wisconsin.gov to pre-register for the class(es) that you would like to attend. \n*The Winter Greenery program is located at the Volunteer Shed.  Turn North on the service road\, across from the Entrance\, and follow that to the Volunteer Shed located on Rhodes Road. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/rbsra-annual-winter-greenery-class-2-swags-wreaths/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T220935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T220935Z
UID:8007-1734184800-1734188400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLive Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians!!! \nSaturday\, December 14th \nLearn all about our education ambassador reptiles and amphibians!  Watch their feeding routine and learn all about the care of these special creatures. \nIf you are lucky and brave\, you may even get to touch one of our education snakes! \nMeet in the Visitor’s Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/live-animal-encounter-reptiles-amphibians-16/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T230955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T230955Z
UID:8005-1734775200-1734782400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Zentangle Ornament Craft!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nZentangle Ornament Craft!!! \nSaturday\, December 21st \nDraw Zentangle “doodles” with marker on a large clear ornament.  Turn these into a lovely holiday present to hang from the stand or for yourself to hook on your tree. \nMaterials and directions will be provided. \nPlease phone 262-818-1712 to register.  There is a $10 for materials. \nMeet in the Visitor Center Auditorium. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/zentangle-ornament-craft/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
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UID:8012-1734786000-1734791400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nWinter Solstice Hike!!! \nSaturday\, December 21st \nMeet at the Visitor Center and join the RBSRA Natural Resources Educator for a winter weather hike through the park in honor of the Winter Solstice! \nPlease dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear. \nAll programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/winter-solstice-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T224404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241208T185638Z
UID:8015-1735732800-1735740000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA) First Day Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nRBSRA First Day Hike!!! \nWednesday\, January 1st \nRing in the New Year with a First Day Hike at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA)! \nJoin a large group hike or take a self-guided hike along the green trail (trail may change due to conditions) with a special send-off at noon and 1 p.m. by our Natural Resources Educator.  Stop by the fire for a special First Day Hike sticker! \nAll programs require a 2025* Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n*Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on January 1st or on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/richard-bong-state-recreation-area-rbsra-first-day-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T230358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T215008Z
UID:8022-1736607600-1736618400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Prey Demonstration & Owl Prowl!!!
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Screech Owl\n  \nBirds of Prey Demonstration & Owl Prowl!!! \nSaturday\, January 11th \nLearn all about owls from our Natural Resources Educator\, then meet some owls and birds of prey in person. A question and answer session will be held with their caregiver\, a local falconer—Ed Foster. \nOwl Babies – Great Horned Owl\nAfterwards\, head outside and search for owls on our beautiful trails.  Owls commonly heard at RBSRA are the Great Horned Owl\, the Eastern Screech Owl and the Norther Saw-whet Owl. \n  \nProgram will be held in the Visitor Center Auditorium.  Join us for an Owl Prowl\, outside\, following the program. \nAll programs require a 2025* Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n*Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/birds-of-prey-demonstration-owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T231850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T231850Z
UID:8029-1737194400-1737199800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist - Who's Here - Winter Tracks   (Now on Saturdays!)
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist – Who’s Here – Winter Tracks!!! \nSaturday\, January 18th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about tracks!  Enjoy a story\, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages or any special circumstances\, then please call 262-818-1712 and leave a message so that we can prepare to accommodate your group. \nPrograms are free\, but you need a Wisconsin State Park admission sticker or pay the daily park entrance fee. \nKnee-high Naturalist is for 3 to 5-year-olds and a grown-up in their life. Siblings are welcome.  Our goal is to provide environmental education through stories\, crafts\, hiking and playing outdoors. \nWe always plan to be outside\, so please dress accordingly! Program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues. \nAll programs require a 2025* Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n*Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-whos-here-winter-tracks-now-on-saturdays/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241208T190529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T212800Z
UID:8045-1737799200-1737813600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Bracelet Fun!!!
DESCRIPTION:Friendship Bracelet Fun!!! \nSaturday\, January 25th \nJoin us between 10 am – 2:00 pm to make fun friendship bracelets with unique chevron designs! \nPractice creating your own clasp and try your hand at different designs! Learn a new skill and take home a special craft or two! \n$5 class fee for supplies. To start your bracelet\, please meet in the Visitor Center Auditorium between 10:00 and 1:00p.m. as it takes a good hour to complete your friendship bracelet. \nAll programs require a 2025* Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n*Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/friendship-bracelet-fun-3/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241208T195243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T225640Z
UID:8049-1739037600-1739044800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Return to Romance!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nReturn to Romance!!! \nSaturday\, February 8th \nCome inside\, have a seat and snack on a delicious assortment of locally made sweets and bakery items. \nWarm your tummy as you enjoy a selection of warm beverages\, and immerse yourself in music provided by a lineup of local musicians. \nJoin us in the atrium to have your picture taken inside a special picture frame with your Valentine at your side. \n \n  \n  \nAnd be sure to go for a stroll down our candlelit wooded path and end up at our warm glowing campfire. \n  \n \n  \n  \nPlease pre-register via the following link or QR code.\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfY1nzD00j4inx4RypkKrQ6DBRRgVi48YjBwiLZsFBp6tWx6w/viewform?usp=sf_link \n \nAll programs require a 2025* Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n*Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/return-to-romance-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20241206T232406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T232406Z
UID:8038-1739613600-1739619000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist - Dear Deer!!!   (Now on Saturdays!)
DESCRIPTION:Knee High Naturalist – Dear Deer!!!\n \nSaturday\, February 15th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about deer!  Enjoy a story\, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages or any special circumstances\, then please call 262-818-1712 and leave a message so that we can prepare to accommodate your group. \nPrograms are free\, but you need a Wisconsin State Park admission sticker or pay the daily park entrance fee. \nKnee-high Naturalist is for 3 to 5-year-olds and a grown-up in their life. Siblings are welcome.  Our goal is to provide environmental education through stories\, crafts\, hiking and playing outdoors. \nWe always plan to be outside\, so please dress accordingly! Program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues. \nAll programs require a 2025* Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n*Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-dear-deer-now-on-saturdays/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250220T012702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T134838Z
UID:8232-1740504600-1740511800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:A Gathering of Planets – Astronomy Night at RBSRA - Event Just Added!!!
DESCRIPTION:A Gathering of Planets – Astronomy Night at RBSRA!!! \nTuesday\, February 25* at 5:30 pm \nLocation: Parking Lot F \nOn this night we will have the opportunity to see all of the major planets in the night sky. \n\nShortly after sunset we will see Mercury and Saturn very close to each other with Venus shining brightly above them.\nThen\, high in the Southeast sky we will see Jupiter and a little farther East\, Mars.\nAs the sky darkens we should be able to see Neptune and Uranus with the aid of a telescope and various things in the night sky!\n\n*In the event of cloud cover or precipitation\, Astronomy Night will be rescheduled to another night this week.   If this is the case then please check the website for updates. \nAll programs require a 2025** Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n**Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station. \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/a-gathering-of-planets-astronomy-night-at-rbsra-event-just-added/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250213T162141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T162141Z
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SUMMARY:A Peek into Wildlife Rehabilitation - with Fellow Mortals & RBSRA Wildlife!!!
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy Fellow Mortals – Short Eared Owls\n  \nA Peek into Wildlife Rehabilitation – with Fellow Mortals & RBSRA Wildlife!!! \nRichard Bong State Recreation Area’s Wildlife department has teamed up with Fellow Mortals to create a unique program that offers a special look into wildlife rehabilitation! \nYvonne Wallace Blane\, Co-founder and Director of Rehabilitation\, at Fellow Mortals will be joined by and Ola Kotlarski and Marty Johnson\, from RBSRA Wildlife\, to provide guidance on what to do when you find an injured or orphaned animal and discuss the nuanced field of wildlife rehabilitation. \nYou will even get the chance to meet an animal ambassador\, with a unique rehabilitation story. \nFor additional information on Fellow Mortals\, located in Lake Geneva\, please click on the following link:  https://fellowmortals.org/ \nSpecial thanks to Fellow Mortals and the DNR/RBSRA Wildlife Team to bring us all this wonderful program. \nAll programs require a 2025* Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n*Park stickers may be purchased at the Entrance Station on Fridays\, Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  You may also purchase your park sticker online at https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi or at one of the two RBSRA kiosks.  Note:  Display the receipt on your dashboard if you purchase your sticker online or from a kiosk until you are able to stop by the Entrance Station. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/a-peek-into-wildlife-rehabilitation-with-fellow-mortals-rbsra-wildlife/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250304T211701Z
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SUMMARY:What's an Eclipse?       (Also Astronomy Viewing tonight from 6:30 - 8:30 pm)
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy of Tom Harper\nWhat’s an Eclipse?  (1:00 – 3:00 pm) & Astronomy Viewing (6:30 – 8:30 pm) \nSaturday\, March 8th \n  \nWhat’s an Eclipse?  (1:00 – 3:00 pm) \nRichard Bong State Recreation Area’s (RBSRA) volunteer astronomer\, Tom Harper\, will lead a short program on what eclipses are and how they happen in preparation for the Lunar Eclipse on Friday\, March 14th. \nFollowing the program\, telescopes will be available to see the Moon and Sun.  Meet at Shelter 2\, or the Visitor Center in case of inclement weather. \n  \n \n  \nAstronomy Viewing!  (6:30 – 8:30 pm) \nRBSRA’s volunteer astronomer\, Tom Harper\, will be back tonight – in Parking Lot F with his telescopes – to lead an astronomy viewing program!  Stop by to expand your knowledge of the universe and take a peek through some special scopes. \nMeet at Parking Lot F.  Please note that the Astronomy Viewing portion of the program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or over 30% cloud cover. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/whats-an-eclipse-also-astronomy-viewing-tonight-from-630-830-pm/
LOCATION:Shelter #2\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250304T212315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T215109Z
UID:8276-1741458600-1741465800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Viewing!!!
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy of Tom Harper\n  \nAstronomy Viewing \nSaturday\, March 8th \nRBSRA’s volunteer astronomer\, Tom Harper\, will be back tonight – in Parking Lot F with his telescopes – to lead an astronomy viewing program!  Stop by to expand your knowledge of the universe and take a peek through some special scopes. \n\nMeet at Parking Lot F.\n\nPlease note that the Astronomy Viewing portion of the program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or over 30% cloud cover. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-viewing/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250227T215116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T212646Z
UID:8243-1742032800-1742038200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist – Fox & Friends!!!     Now on Saturdays!
DESCRIPTION:  \nKnee High Naturalist – Fox & Friends!!!\n \nSaturday\, March 15th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about foxes\, coyotes and wolves.  Enjoy a story\, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! \nM2E63L187-187R399B404\nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages or any special circumstances\, then please call 262-818-1712 and leave a message so that we can prepare to accommodate your group. \nPrograms are free\, but you need a Wisconsin State Park admission sticker or pay the daily park entrance fee. \nKnee-high Naturalist is for 3 to 5-year-olds and a grown-up in their life. Siblings are welcome.  Our goal is to provide environmental education through stories\, crafts\, hiking and playing outdoors. \n\nWe always plan to be outside – so dress accordingly – but in the event of bad weather\, the Knee High Naturalist Program will be held in the Visitor Center.\nOur program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues.\n\nAll programs require a 2025 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-fox-friends-now-on-saturdays/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250304T213513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T213721Z
UID:8282-1742648400-1742655600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Spring Hike!!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nCelebrate Spring Hike!!! \nSaturday\, March 22nd \nThe Spring Equinox is this week – celebrate with a Saturday hike at Richard Bong State Recreation Area (RBSRA!) \nThe trail that we will be hiking will be determined based on trail conditions but please dress for the weather and plan for about 2 miles of walking. \n\nWaterproof footware is recommended!\nMeet at the Visitor Center.\n\nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/celebrate-spring-hike-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250311T193356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T193356Z
UID:8297-1743883200-1743890400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy of Tom Harper\n  \nAstronomy Viewing \nSaturday\, April 5th \nRichard Bong State Recreation Area’s (RBSRA) volunteer astronomer\,\nTom Harper\, will bring his telescopes out to Parking Lot\nF and lead an astronomy viewing program! \n  \n\nStop by to expand your knowledge of the universe and take a peek through some special scopes.\nMeet at Parking Lot F.\n\nPlease note that the Astronomy Viewing portion of the program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or over 30% cloud cover. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-viewing-2/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250202T220340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T220340Z
UID:8139-1744736400-1744741800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway - 2025 Kick-Off!!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway – 2025 Kick-Off!!!\n \nTuesday\, April 15th \n  \nPlease join us for our first 2025 Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, April 15th!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 pm to get your safety vest and other gear. \nPlease wear bright colors\, apply tick protection\, wear proper footwear and bring water! \nFor everyone’s safety\, please do not bring children or pets. \nThis is open to anyone who wants to make Bong the best it can be. Need service points….NO PROBLEM…we can sign you off. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-2025-kick-off/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250227T220143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T181704Z
UID:8247-1745056800-1745062200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Knee High Naturalist – Earth Day Everyday!!!    Now on Saturday!
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nKnee High Naturalist – Earth Day Everyday!!! \nSaturday\, April 19th \nBring your 3 to 5 year old\, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about our precious Earth!!!   Enjoy a story\, craft and hike with your Knee High Naturalist! \nMeet at Shelter 1.  If you have a large group\, varied ages or any special circumstances\, then please call 262-818-1712 and leave a message so that we can prepare to accommodate your group. \nPrograms are free\, but you need a Wisconsin State Park admission sticker or pay the daily park entrance fee. \nKnee-high Naturalist is for 3 to 5-year-olds and a grown-up in their life. Siblings are welcome.  Our goal is to provide environmental education through stories\, crafts\, hiking and playing outdoors. \n\nWe always plan to be outside – so dress accordingly – but in the event of bad weather\, the Knee High Naturalist Program will be held in the Visitor Center.\nOur program will always occur\, but sometimes the topic will change due to weather issues.\n\nAll programs require a 2025 Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/knee-high-naturalist-earth-day-everyday-now-on-saturday/
LOCATION:Shelter #1\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T070000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250311T195215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T155800Z
UID:8301-1745643600-1745650800@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast with the Cranes!!!                       A New Event at RBSRA!
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast with the Cranes!!!              A New Event at RBSRA! \nSaturday\, April 26th \nBring your own beverage\, and meet at Parking Lot F and the Observation tower early in the morning to watch the Sandhill Cranes! \n \nThe observation tower\, overlooking the nature refuge\, is the perfect spot to watch the sedge of Sandhill Cranes as they stretch their wings and prepare to take off! \n  \nCome join us for our first Breakfast with the Cranes and enjoy baked breakfast treats and the Sandhill show! \nPlease feel free to bring your own scopes and binoculars! We will also have some for you to borrow. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/breakfast-with-the-cranes-a-new-event-at-rbsra/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250202T220817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T221512Z
UID:8142-1745946000-1745951400@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt A Highway!!!
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway!!!\n \nTuesday\, April 29th \n  \nPlease join us for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, April 29th!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 pm to get your safety vest and other gear. \nPlease wear bright colors\, apply tick protection\, wear proper footwear and bring water! \nFor everyone’s safety\, please do not bring children or pets. \nThis is open to anyone who wants to make Bong the best it can be. Need service points….NO PROBLEM…we can sign you off. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-20/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250417T200811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T152702Z
UID:8360-1746280800-1746288000@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Day!!!       Solar Observation (2-4 pm) & Night Sky Observation (7-10 pm)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nAstronomy Day!!! \nSaturday\, May 3rd \nSolar Observation and Telescope Clinic  2:00 – 4:00 pm\nNight Sky Observation  7:00 – 10:00 pm \nCelebrate the both the sun and night sky at Richard Bong State Recreation Area’s Astronomy Day! Bring your telescope or binoculars and learn how to focus and calibrate. View sun spots\, solar flares\, and in the evening discover the wonders of the ever changing night sky! \n  \n \n  \n2:00 – 4:00 pm \nSolar Observation and Telescope Clinic \n\nMeet in the Nature Explore Classroom Parking Lot (Near Shelter 2)\n\n  \n7:00 – 10:00 pm \nNight Sky and Telescope Clinic \n\nMeet in Parking Lot F\n\n  \n  \n  \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-day-solar-observation-2-4-pm-and-night-sky-observation-7-10-pm/
LOCATION:Shelter #2\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250417T201300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T152911Z
UID:8366-1746298800-1746309600@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Day!!!     Night Sky Observation (7-10 pm)
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nAstronomy Day!!! \nSaturday\, May 3rd \nSolar Observation  2:00 – 4:00 pm\nNight Sky Observation  7:00 – 10:00 pm \nWe celebrated the sun earlier today – now let’s celebrate the night sky at Richard Bong State Recreation Area’s Astronomy Day!  Bring your telescope or binoculars and learn how to focus and calibrate. \nThis afternoon we viewed sun spots and solar flares.  This evening discover the wonders of the ever changing night sky! \n  \n \n  \n2:00 – 4:00 pm \nSolar Observation and Telescope Clinic \n\nMeet in the Nature Explore Classroom Parking Lot (Near Shelter 2)\n\n  \n7:00 – 10:00 pm \nNight Sky and Telescope Clinic \n\nMeet in Parking Lot F\n\n  \n  \n  \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/astronomy-day-solar-observation-2-4-pm-and-night-sky-observation-7-10-pm-2/
LOCATION:Lot F\, 26313 Burlington Rd.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T093646
CREATED:20250202T221128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T153022Z
UID:8144-1746550800-1746556200@bongnaturalistassociation.org
SUMMARY:Adopt a Highway with the BNA
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Highway with the BNA!!! \nTuesday\, May 6th \n  \nMake a difference while enjoying a social evening by joining the BNA for Adopt a Highway on Tuesday\, May 6th!  Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 pm to get your safety vest and other gear. \nPlease wear bright colors\, apply tick protection\, wear proper footwear and bring water!  Long pants are recommended. \nFor everyone’s safety\, please do not bring children or pets. \nThis is open to anyone who wants to make Bong the best it can be. Need service points….NO PROBLEM…we can sign you off. \nJust a reminder that all events require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee. \n  \n 
URL:https://bongnaturalistassociation.org/event/adopt-a-highway-21/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, 26313 Burlington Road\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
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