WDNR Outdoor Report as of February 11, 2010A snow storm earlier this week dropped anywhere from 2 to 4 inches in northern and central Wisconsin, to nearly a foot of snow in the far southeast. Snow cover now ranges from 4 to 6 inches in central Wisconsin and Door County, to a foot in the southeast, to 18 to 20 inches in the north. The new snow allowed most counties to reopen snowmobile trails, with conditions ranging from good to excellent in the southeast and north, to fair to poor in central Wisconsin.
Almost all state parks and forests are reporting good to excellent conditions for cross-country skiing, with several reporting the best conditions of the year. Door County state parks were able to reopen ski trails, but conditions vary from good to poor, due to limited snow and lots of drifting. This coming weekend is the last major opportunity for people to participate in candlelight skis and hikes at Wisconsin State Parks, with nine properties holding events this Saturday, some with a Valentine?s Day theme. Only two candlelight events are scheduled for the remainder of the winter after this Saturday.
Ice conditions continue to be very good on most lakes, but the variable weather conditions in the past week made for some very erratic inland fishing success. Panfish have provided the most consistent action but catches have still been relatively low. Walleye action continues to be inconsistent and northern pike has also been variable. Anglers on Green Bay continue to report good catches of perch and some whitefish. The Mississippi River rose again this week and was up to 8.1 feet at Prairie du Chien. Ice conditions in most areas continued to be good, but again, ice fishing slowed down with the inconsistent barometric pressure this week.
The 2010 Lake Winnebago system sturgeon spearing season opens this Saturday. More than 10,000 people purchased licenses for this unique season before the deadline last October. The limit is one sturgeon with a minimum size of 36 inches. The Winnebago system sturgeon population is the largest in the world, estimated at more than 58,000 fish. Harvest is tightly controlled because sturgeon are especially vulnerable to overharvest due to their slow growth. Females don?t spawn for the first time until they are 21 to 33 years old. DNR fisheries biologists say the potential for some record sized-fish to be harvested this year, as crews have found fish over 200 pounds when doing population assessments. The season closes whenever spearers reach any of several harvest caps. Many spearers have been out on the lakes scouting and report that cloudy water is spreading along the west shore of Lake Winnebago, with the rest of the lake appearing clear. Ice conditions are generally good, but the recent snow and wind have caused some drifting which may have covered up cracks and other dangerous spots. Tips on ice safety, particularly when traveling on the ice in or on motorized vehicles, can be found on the DNR Web site [http://www.dnr.wi.gov/news/DNRNews_Article_Lookup.asp?id=1331].
With the fresh snow, this is an excellent time to get out and look for animal tracks. Fox, bobcat, deer, coyote and wolf tracks are all being seen in the fresh snow. And this is an especially good time to along streambanks, lakeshores, or areas of open-water for the distinctive tracks and slides of river otters, which are very active this time of year.
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DNR Northern Region
Superior DNR Service Center area
Brule River State Forest - After Hours Cross-Country Ski Trail conditions are excellent. The trail was regroomed Feb. 9 after receiving about 3 inches of lake effect snow. Grey fox, bobcat, deer, and coyote tracks were all seen in the fresh snow.
Pattison State Park ? Cross-country ski trails were groomed on Feb. 9 after 3 inches of fresh snow and are in excellent condition with a 12-inch base and 26 inches in the woods.
Park Falls DNR Service Center area
Upper Chippewa Basin fisheries report (Price, Rusk, Sawyer Taylor and inland Ashland and Iron counties) - Ice conditions in the north continue to be very good, with most lakes holding at 15 to 20 inches of ice. Snowfall in the past few days has added about 2 to 3 inches of light fluffy snow to most northern lakes, giving them a fresh untouched look. The new snow has had minimal impact on travel and anglers have been able to get to most of their favorite spots on local waters. Many 2WD vehicles are still being seen traversing the lakes and there haven't been any reports of slush problems. The variable weather conditions in the past week made for some very erratic fishing success. Panfish have provided the most consistent action but catches have still been relatively low. Anglers have had to really work at finding the fish and that means a lot of moving around to locate the active fish. Perch and crappie have comprised most of the catches, with perch being found just off the bottom on the mid-depth mud flats and crappie being suspended several feet off the bottom in the deeper parts of the lake. Walleye action has been very inconsistent, with anglers reporting generally poor catches during this past week. The best success came from tip-up anglers using suckers in 8 to 12 feet of water and the hour before dark produced most of the action. Most of the walleye have been in the 11 to 13-inch size but a few up into the low 20-inch size have also been reported. With the constantly changing weather, fishing for northern pike has also been variable. Catches have generally been low, though a few pike up to 32 inches have been made. Monitoring of winter oxygen levels has indicated that most lakes are holding up pretty well. Ice depths and snow cover are about average and just a few lakes have seen a major decline in oxygen levels. But these waters have been the usual winterkill-prone lakes and many of them already have aeration systems in place. Most of these air-bubbling systems have been in operation for several weeks and recreationalists should be careful on the lakes with these open-water areas.
Flambeau River State Forest - The Flambeau Hills Cross-Country Ski Trail was groomed Tuesday, Feb. 9 and is in excellent condition.
Woodruff DNR Service Center area
Northern Highland American Legion State Forest ? All cross-country ski trails are in very good condition. McNaughton Trail was groomed and tracked Feb. 9. Escanaba, Madeline and Raven trails were groomed and tracked Feb. 8.
DNR Northeastern Region
With the colder weather ice conditions have improved and the anglers have been taking advantage of this. Moderate fishing pressure has been observed over the past weekend.
Peshtigo DNR Service Center area
Oconto County - A few anglers were observed south of the Geano Beach Landing fishing inside the shove for pike using large shiners. Oconto Breakwater Park saw many perch and whitefish anglers plying their trade just outside of the Oconto River mouth. Minnow heads with buckshot lures have been working as well as ice fishing jigs tipped with spikes or wax worms. Pike anglers are working the shallows from Oconto Breakwater to the Peshtigo Harbor. Baits of choice are shiners and dead smelt fished on bottom in 4 to 12 feet of water.
Marinette County - Hattie Street Dam has still been producing some nice eating walleye in the 16 to 20 inch range through the ice below the dam. Some nice trout were being caught from the anglers? walk way off the Hattie Street Bridge on stick baits, with anglers casting the baits and letting them move in the current. 6th Street Slip was also producing some nice walleye along with a few whitefish, jigging with minnows and wax worms is working well.
Green Bay DNR Service Center area
Brown County - Voyageur Park anglers have been enjoying success with both perch and some walleye. Jigs tipped with minnows or just the heads have been the bait of choice. Many people fishing out of Sunset Beach Road for perch; however, the water quality has become murky and success rates were minimal.
Sturgeon Bay DNR Service Center area
Door County -: The perch have been active over the last week at Dykesville, with many catches of good-sized fish in water depths ranging from 15 to 30 feet. The best tactic was dead sticking an emerald shiner or rosy red about 6 inches of the bottom. The ice conditions in the area have been good in February thus far, with most anglers driving out. Also, whitefish have been being found as well most anglers have been using jigging spoons to target them. At Little Sturgeon Bay, ice conditions by Henderson?s Point have not been the greatest at this point with a truck going through on Saturday. Most anglers have reported 8 to 15 inches of ice. Those venturing out have been using snowmobiles or four wheelers to get to their fishing location. The whitefish action has slowed a bit. Anglers that have been using underwater cameras to fish have reported seeing lots of fish but few are biting. Anglers have found some perch on the inside of the bay but most have been of an undesirable size. Sturgeon Bay anglers have been driving on the ship channel for a few weeks now. Ice conditions continue to improve with the colder temperatures. Anglers have been targeting perch and pike around the state park with some success. Most anglers are finding it hard to place shanties due to the jagged ice that formed in front of the park. Anglers have also been fishing pike out in front of the Yacht club.
Peninsula State Park - With about 3 to 4 inches of new snow, it is again looking like winter. Most but not all sections of the cross-country ski trails are groomed, tracked and range from closed to good condition. Snowmobile trails are still closed. The snow depths are only about 4 inches and can be hiked without snowshoes. Unfortunately, the winds blew the snow off the sledding hill (Hill 17) so it is still closed with lots of grass showing. The mid-winter thaw has brought some ice pushes with beautiful "blue ice" stacked up along the shoreline.
Potawatomi State Park - About 4 inches of snow fell earlier this week. The volunteer ski trail groomer has rolled cross-country ski trails and set track, and reports very good trail conditions. Snowmobile trails in the park remain closed at this time.
Whitefish Dunes State Park - The park received 5 inches of new snow over the last two days along with some very strong winds. All ski trails in skiable condition were rolled and tracked Feb. 10. The trail conditions range from very good to very poor. Most of the red trail and the section of the yellow trail west of the housing units are in very good condition. The pine plantation and meadow areas of the yellow trail, and the red trail just north of old baldy are in very poor condition due to the strong winds blowing these areas free of snow. Visitors are now using their snowshoes to hike the black trail.
Wautoma DNR Service Center area
Hartman Creek State Park - Cross-country ski trails are in good condition after receiving about 5 inches of new snow Tuesday. Grooming on the trails was done Wednesday and Thursday. There is at least a 9-inch base on the trails. Please be cautious, as there are some icy areas on the trails and in the parking lots. Call (715) 258-2372 for updated conditions.
Oshkosh DNR Service Center area
Lake Winnebago sturgeon spearing season conditions: Many spearers are out on the lakes scouting and reports are coming in that the cloudy water is spreading farther south along the west shore of Lake Winnebago. The rest of Lake Winnebago appears to be clear yet. No new information on water clarity in the Upriver Lakes other than a report last week that said Poygan was starting to cloud up in some areas (patchy) south and west of the mouth of the Wolf River. Ice conditions are generally good, but the recent snow and wind have caused some drifting which may have covered up cracks and other dangerous spots. As always, be careful and check the ice where you are traveling, especially if you are traveling off the marked roads. A spearer scouting on Lake Winnebago caught some fantastic footage on his camera. Search the YouTube Web site for ?sturgeon on the move.? Sturgeon registration stations are ready to go. Remember successful spearers need to have fish in to a station no later than 1:30 p.m. Spearing hours are 6:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. At the stations crews will be collecting data on the fish and the spearer, and may ask some spearers for tissue samples for other various studies.
DNR Southeast Region
Milwaukee DNR Service Center
Kettle Moraine State Forest ? Lapham Peak Unit - The park received about 8 inches of snow on Tuesday, though it seemed like more with all of the blowing and drifting. The trails have been packed several times and a classic track has been set. The skate lanes are being groomed again this morning. The trails still appear a bit rough as skiers have been churning up the soft snow, but the trails are beginning to firm up and should be excellent for the weekend. Overall, conditions are excellent.
Kettle Moraine State Forest ? Northern Unit - The state forest received approximately 8 inches of snow in the Feb. 9 storm. Groomers worked throughout the day on Tuesday packing the Zillmer Trail System. Groomers returned Wednesday morning to complete the final grooming of cutting in track and combing the skate lanes. Most likely, this effort will take the majority of the day. Skate lanes will be soft for a couple of days. Conditions are excellent.
Kettle Moraine State Forest - Pike Lake Unit - The cross-country ski trails were groomed on Wednesday, Feb. 10 and are in excellent condition for skating. It is anticipated that a track will be set by noon on Thursday. Call (262) 670-3400 for the most current trail conditions. The only groomed trail that hikers, snowshoers, and dog walkers are allowed on is the red trail to the south of the beach/picnic area. Only skiers are allowed on all other groomed trails.
Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit - The Southern Unit received approximately 9 inches of snow. All cross-country ski trails have been groomed. Scuppernong, which is for classical sking only, has two new tracks set that were set overnight. They have set up well and ski conditions are very good. McMiller and Nordic both have very good skiing conditions for both skate skiing and classical skiing. The snow is firming up well although there are still a few soft spots. At McMiller there is some drifting near the 8 K mark. Snowmobile trails are open.
DNR South Central Region
Dodgeville DNR Service Center area
Blue Mound State Park - All cross-country trails were groomed Feb. 9 and new classic track set. There is some drifting in exposed areas, but bulk of trails are in woods and are in good condition, albeit a bit soft.
Fitchburg DNR Service Center area
Lake Kegonsa State Park - All cross-country ski trails were groomed and tracked on Wednesday, Feb. 10. Most trails are in good condition; however, there is some drifting in open areas. There will be a candlelight Ski on Saturday, Feb. 13.
Mirror Lake State Park - As of Feb. 10, the park received 5-6 inches of new snow on Tuesday and the base is at 6 to 10 inches. Crews will be grooming all trails over the next couple of days. Trails conditions are currently good, but soft from the new snow. Conditions should improve for the weekend. Trails are groomed for classical and skate skiing.
DNR West Central Region
Baldwin DNR Service Center area
Willow River State Park - Cross-country ski trails were groomed Tuesday Feb. 9. Skiing conditions are as good as it can get at Willow. All of the volunteer groomers are regular skiers. The ski trails should hold up well through the weekend. Weekend skiers can expect to share the trails.
La Crosse DNR Service Center area
River otters, large aquatic members of the weasel family, are currently very active and existing snow and ice conditions make for easy detection of their presence. Look for otter's distinctive tracks, slides, or scat, sometimes called spraint, along streambanks, lakeshores, or areas of open-water. River otters are graceful swimmers, can remain submerged for several minutes, dive to depths of about 55 feet, and swim about a quarter mile underwater.
Wildcat Mountain State Park ? Cross-country ski trails are in excellent condition. The entire cross country ski trail system was groomed for both skate skiing and classical skiing Wednesday Feb. 10, after receiving 8 to 9 inches of snow earlier in the week. There is a good 12-inch base. Snowshoeing has been excellent also with the new snow.
Perrot State Park - All cross-country ski trails have been groomed and tracked after the snow fall on Feb. 8-9. Snowshoes are available for rent at the park office. They are provided by the Friends of Perrot and can be rented for $3 per day. Hiking and snowshoeing are not allowed on any groomed ski trail.
Crawford County - Snowmobile trails in Crawford County opened late last week after a couple of inches of snow fell. Some areas of the local trails have icy corners so be careful. This week the Mississippi River very slowly rose. The river stage gained a couple inches and is up to 8.1 feet (up from 7.8 feet this time last week). Ice conditions in most areas is pretty good. Most of the popular ice fishing spots have anywhere between 10 to 24 inches of ice. Even so, ice fishers are urged to use caution when traveling out onto the frozen waters. The main channel of the Mississippi River remains frozen over, but travel on it is not recommended. Another dangerous spot is on the Ambro Slough just upstream from the USFWS boat landing. There, Mill Coulee Creek enters the Ambro Slough and open water/very thin ice exists. Ice fishers must now make sure they wear ice cleats on their boots as very slippery conditions exist on the frozen waters now that new snow fell. Ice fishing action slowed down late in the week. Inconsistent barometric pressure this week caused difficult fishing conditions most days. Prairie du Chien Area and Lower bottoms: Garnet Lake has decent ice but access to it is tricky. Pickerel Slough was producing some bluegills. Fishing activity in these areas was light. Dilman?s pit white bass (striper) action was very spotty this week. Rotten Slough, St. Feriole Slough and Hunter?s Slough which are located near the sewer treatment plant have ice that, in areas, is not safe. Caution in these areas is advised. Anglers have been fishing between the Blackhawk and Washington Street bridges. On some days the bluegill action was pretty good, but the average size was small. St. Feriole Slough has open water areas so use caution there. Prairie du Chien Ambro Slough Complex: The lower end of Gremore Lake really slowed down. Even so a few crappie, bluegill and perch were taken have been taken. For the most part Gremore has about 18 inches of ice. Tilmont Lake was producing perch and bluegills and a few crappie, but that area really slowed. There is about 20 inches of ice on Tilmont Lake. Anglers are urged to use caution crossing over the Black Slough to get to Tilmont Lake. Mud Slough, the Lower Doubles and Fish Lake have been pretty slow. A few bass were caught on tip ups over the weekend but panfish action was very slow. Ice conditions there are good with around 20 inches of ice. Little Missouri has slowed down, but even so, some good catches of perch, crappie and bluegill were reported. Good ice exists on Little Missouri. Big Missouri on the other hand has been very slow. The Upper Doubles has been the best area to fish so far. Lots of nice crappie have been caught. Also, tip up anglers are finding some really nice bass. Bluegill action has been very spotty. Upwards of 20 inches of ice exist on the Upper Doubles. The Fennimore Cut has produced some perch, crappie and bluegill. The bluegills have been small and overall action was spotty. Spring Lake has been very slow even though good ice conditions exist. Access to the Doubles, Big and Little Missouri, the Fenimore Cut, and Spring Lake can be tricky. Poor ice conditions exist where Mill Coulee Creek enters the Ambro Slough. Anglers traveling on the Ambro Slough must monitor ice conditions as current is slowing in it and ice conditions can change rapidly. Sturgeon Slough Area: Sturgeon Slough remains very quiet. Some anglers have ventured down to Sturgeon (aka McGregor or Horseshoe) Lake but success there has been slow. Sturgeon Slough and Sturgeon Lake have good ice, however travel to Sturgeon Lake can be tricky. Stay on established paths. Cold Spring: Fishing here remains very slow. Reports of a few small bluegill and an occasional crappie have been reported, but overall very slow. Ice conditions on the southern lobe are still good except when you get near the boat landing/stream where open water and very thin ice exists. Mississippi River: Walleye and sauger anglers have been venturing out onto the ice below the Lynxville dam. Ice conditions there vary greatly and day to day. Travel in this area is not advisable. Even so, some anglers have been vertical jigging or dead lining through the ice. This week some anglers came off the ice with a few sauger and an occasional walleye. Ice conditions have been reported as ranging from an inch or two to 6 or more inches. DNR fisheries crews went out onto the backwaters of the Mississippi River this week to check water quality, specifically oxygen levels. Because of the extended duration of snow cover on the ice, some areas are getting dangerously low of oxygen. The north end of Gremore Lake, Sturgeon Lake, and the bottom few feet of Spring Lake have very low oxygen levels. This means that fish will either move out of those areas or, worse case, die from the low oxygen. Those who hunt coyotes are finding the breeding season is beginning and there are ample opportunities out there. Some hunters find that wearing snowshoes really helps getting around.
Black River Falls DNR Service Center area
Black River State Forest - All cross-country trails are freshly groomed and in excellent condition - perhaps the best of the year. The 10 day forecast looks good for skiing so enjoy them while you can - the Spring melt will be here sooner than we think. The annual Candlelight Ski held Saturday, Feb. 6, attracted more than 300 people. The weather and conditions were great. All snowmobile and ATV trails are groomed and in good condition.
Eau Claire DNR Service Center area
Brunet Island State Park ? Cross-country ski trails are in very good condition with a good base. Panfish action has been fair with more small fish moving in to the bays. Northern pike are being taken in the channels around the islands. Anglers are reporting generally good ice conditions in the backwater areas. The park does not monitor ice conditions. The Cornell flowage water levels fluctuate throughout the year and we urge caution when venturing onto the ice. Vehicle passes are required year round. Species of birds seen or heard include: ravens, crows, cardinals, flickers, black capped chickadees, northern juncos, piliated woodpeckers, great horned owls, barred owls, and bald eagles.
Red Cedar State Trail - The cross country ski trail was groomed on Feb. 9 and is in excellent condition.
Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area ? Cross-country ski trails are in very good condition.
Wisconsin Rapids DNR Service Center area
Buckhorn State Park ? The park received several inches of snow this week and crews hope to have ski trails repacked and tracked by late afternoon Friday. Park visitors have been ice fishing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and even winter camping. Hikers and snowshoers must stay off the groomed trails and can walk on the sides of those trails or on ungroomed trails (one side of most ski trails will be packed without a track for snowshoeing and hiking).
UPCOMING EVENTS AT STATE PARKS, FORESTS, AND TRAILS
WATCHABLE WILDLIFE OPPORTUNITIES AND INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS
Check with the park or forest of your choice for additional activities and special events not listed. Most events are free of charge; park admission sticker required unless otherwise noted. Events and times subject to change.
Saturday, February 13, 2010
? Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 - Discovery Saturdays: Indoor Campout. Winter is a great time to go camping - indoors! Come inside to play and explore our indoor campsite. These activities are for everyone! Just drop in anytime between 9 a.m. and noon to participate in the fun. No admission sticker required.
? Interstate State Park, St. Croix Falls, (715) 483-3747 - Candlelight Night. Experience a winter evening by candlelight as hundreds of candles are lit to guide skiers, snowshoers and hikers on separate trails. Come when you can, ski at your own pace on the Skyline Cross-Country Ski Trail (intermediate level). Snowshoers will discover the winter solitude of forest and field (snowshoes are available for use free of charge for ages 6 and up). Both trails begin at the Ice Age Center. Beginning at the Camp Interstate Shelter, walk by candlelight beside the St. Croix River. There will be warming fires at the trailheads and refreshments available at the new addition to the Ice Age Center. 6-9 p.m.
? Kettle Moraine State Forest?Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 - Exploring Nature: Learn to Ice Fish. Learn the tricks of winter fishing with some experienced ice anglers. We will start inside the warmed Mauthe Lake picnic shelter for a presentation on safety tips and appropriate gear and tackle. Then it's off to Mauthe Lake to try our best at luring those fish out of the water. Equipment, tackle and bait will be provided. This program is best for people over 6 years old. Call by February 10 to register. Special surprises await all who preregister. 9:30-11:30 a.m.
? Kohler-Andrae State Park, Sheboygan, 920-451-4080 - Valentine Candlelight Ski and Hike. Celebrate Valentines Day a bit early while enjoying the winter wonderland at night with family and friends. Ski or hike the 2-mile cross-country trail lit by almost 200 tiki torches. Warm up afterwards by the fireplace. Refreshments will be available in the heated shelter building. Please, no pets, snowshoes or sleds allowed. Cross-country ski trail. 6-9 p.m.
? Lake Kegonsa State Park, Stoughton, (608) 873-9695 - Candlelight Ski. Ski along 2 miles of trails lit with hundreds of glowing luminaries. Warm up by the bonfire when you are finished and enjoy refreshments sold by the Lake Kegonsa State Park Friends Group. Sorry, no pets or hikers are allowed on the cross-country ski trails. This event is weather and snow conditions permitting. 6-9 p.m.
? Lapham Peak Unit - Kettle Moraine State Forest, Delafield, (262) 646-3025 - Candlelight Ski/hike. Enjoy a hike, a heated shelter, bonfire, refreshments, and live music. 6-9 p.m.
? Newport State Park, Ellison Bay, (920) 854-2500 - Candlelight Ski/Hike/Snowshoe. Ski, hike or snowshoe an easy, 1-mile trail lit by homemade candles. Bonfire, lit grills, fireplace and refreshments will greet attendees at the end of the trail. Meet at the Fern/Europe Bay trailhead at the picnic area in parking lot #3. 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
? Peshtigo River State Forest, Crivitz, (715) 757-3965 - Candlelight Ski and Hike. Ski or hike along the Peshtigo River by candlelight. A two-mile trail will be lit for both classical and skating styles. Non-skiers can try an easy one-mile hiking trail. Warming fires and hot chocolate will be available. Spring Rapids Trailhead. Follow County Road W 5 miles west of Crivitz to Kirby Lake Lane. 6:30-8:30 p.m.
? Pike Lake Unit - Kettle Moraine State Forest, Hartford, (262) 670-3400 - 21st Annual Candlelight Ski, Hike and Snowshoe. The lighted trail starts near the beach at the main parking lot. Popcorn and warm beverages will be available in the warming shelter with a big bonfire outside and a fireplace inside. The Northern Cross Science Foundation will set up telescopes to provide star viewing and instructions. The event is free, but a state park vehicle sticker is required for parking. Trail passes for skiing are not required for this event. Sponsored by the Friends of Pike Lake [exit DNR]. 6-9 p.m.
? Rib Mountain State Park, Wausau, (715) 842-2522 - Candlelight Snowshoe. Snowshoe the trails at Rib Mountain State Park by candlelight. Snowshoe rentals, hot chocolate and other goodies will be available. For more information, call Nancy at (715) 359-9166. Sponsored by the Friends of Rib Mountain State Park [exit DNR]. 6-8 p.m.
? Richard Bong State Recreation Area, Kansasville - Workday. Need a service project or service hours? Want to help the environment and the park? Help at our workday! You may come for the whole time, for several hours, for one workday or for all of them. Most suitable for ages 10 and up. Please stop at the office when you arrive and you will get a free daily pass for your vehicle. Make sure you dress to be outside working. 9-11 a.m. (262) 878-5607 Return to Romance. Warm someone's heart this Valentine's Day with a visit to the park. Enjoy a candlelit walk, a bonfire, live music, fine desserts and warm drinks with your special someone(s). Please call to preregister and prepay the $5/adult and $1/child fees. Don't wait; this program fills fast! Sponsored by Bong Naturalist Association [exit DNR]. Meet at the visitor center. 7-9 p.m. (262) 878-5600.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
? Interstate State Park, St. Croix Falls, (715) 483-3747 - Nature Storytime. Naturalist Julie Fox will share a story and activity with pre-schoolers and their parents. Then a short activity will reinforce the story's nature-related theme. Nature Storytime generally lasts between 30-45 minutes, depending on the participants. We'll spend time indoors and outdoors, weather permitting, so dress accordingly. Ice Age Center. 10 a.m.
Wisconsin DNR Outdoor Report
Edited by Paul Holtan
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
PO Box 7921
Madison WI 53707-7921
(608) 267-7517
Fax: (608) 264-6293
E-mail: paul.holtan@dnr.state.wi.us
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