Meditation/Sensory Hike Saturday, October 5th Meet at the Visitor Center and spend an hour in nature, bathing in forest light and seasonal change. Take a breather and connect with nature on this unique hike. All programs require a Wisconsin State Park entrance sticker or daily entrance fee.
Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians Saturday, October 5th 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"
Knee High Naturalist: Bats!!! Thursday, October 10th Bring your 3 to 5 year old, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about bats! Meet at Shelter 1. If you have a large group, varied ages, or any special circumstances, then please leave a message at 262-878-5602 so that we can prepare … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist: Bats!!!"
Astronomy Day: Solar Viewing Saturday, October 12th Meet at the Parking Lot near Urban Pond/Shelter 2 for a chance to see the sun through a telescope! Join Tom, our amazing volunteer astronomer, to view solar activity through a special solar telescope. **Tom and Emily, RBSRA Natural Resources Educator, will also be holding a Star … Continue reading "Astronomy Day: Solar Viewing"
Astronomy Day: Star Gazing & Quarter Moon Observation!!! Saturday, October 12th Join Tom, BNA's amazing volunteer astronomer, and Emily, RBSRA Natural Resources Educator at Lot F for a fantastic evening of celestial viewing and star gazing. We will be looking at the quarter moon, stars and planets, if visible. Bring your binoculars or take … Continue reading "Astronomy Day: Star Gazing & Quarter Moon Observation!!!"
Groundwater Talk & Demo Saturday, October 19th Learn about the importance of groundwater, and see a demo of how groundwater moves through the ecosystem. Emily, RBSRA's Natural Resources Educator, will demo the groundwater model, which shows a "slice" or cross-section representation of the Earth, allowing visitors to "see" how groundwater flows, it's impact on … Continue reading "Groundwater Talk & Demo"
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 and printing methods to create frameable art! All materials and supplies will be provided. There is no class fee for this event. This event is … Continue reading "Watercolor Class: Autumn Leaves!!"
Eco-Halloween Hike Saturday, October 26th Join the park and the Bong Naturalist Association for our annual Eco-Halloween Hike! There 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! Wear a costume if you would like, but dress for … Continue reading "Eco-Halloween Hike"
