BNA | Bong Naturalist Association
Friends of Richard Bong State Recreation Area
Open Astronomy Tonight! If the skies are clear, drop in to observe the incredible night sky using special telescopes and binoculars. Bring your own telescope or binoculars and learn how … Continue reading "Observe the Night Sky – Open Astronomy Tonight!"
Enjoy fox facts and learn the difference between wolves, coyotes and fox! Registration required: Please call (262) 878-5609 at least 48 hours in advance. We ask that you please call … Continue reading "Knee-High Naturalist: Foxes and Friends"
Join us for our last Adopt a Highway of the season on Tuesday, September 19th. Please arrive at the Bong Visitor Center parking lot promptly at 5:00 pm to get … Continue reading "Adopt a Highway"
Watercolor Class: Autumn Leaves!! Visit our park this month and create colorful leaf watercolor paintings inspired by the gorgeous fall colors at Richard Bong State Recreation Area! Practice watercolor … Continue reading "Watercolor Class: Autumn Leaves!!"
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!"
Fall Migration eBird Hike!! Spend an evening in the park learning about helpful birding apps like Merlin and eBird. Discover how to unleash your inner citizen scientist by tracking the … Continue reading "Fall Migration eBird Hike!"
Live Snake Encounter! At Richard Bong SRA for the Wolf Lake Trail Run (WLTR) or simply enjoying the park for the day? Be sure to stop by the Visitors Center … Continue reading "Live Snake Encounter!"
Our last September date was rained out! Please join us for our newly scheduled last Adopt a Highway of the season on Tuesday, October 3rd. 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 … Continue reading "Adopt A Highway – Additional Date Scheduled!"
Knee-High Naturalist: Falling Leaves! What makes leaves useful? Ask and answer questions about leaves as you enjoy the beautiful fall colors! Registration is not required but helps to give us an idea of how many to expect. Please call (262) 332-1574 and leave us a message if you plan to attend. Programs are free, … Continue reading "Knee-High Naturalist: Falling Leaves!"
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 to touch or hold our education snakes. Meet in the Auditorium. All programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.