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.
Friday, December 17, 2010
? Kettle Moraine State Forest?Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 Nature Storytime: Forever Green. Forever green are the evergreens. Join us as we investigate the wonders of these truly amazing trees. This hour of nature fun awaits 3- to 6-year-olds with accompanying adults. Winter Solstice Night Hike. Gather around the fire as we share some traditions of the longest night of the year. We will then travel through the dark woods to discover what animals are awake and braving the cold of a winter night. This program is best for families/groups with children over the age of 6 years. Zillmer Trailhead. 7-8:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 18, 2010
? Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 or e-mail - One Wild Saturday Morning Drop-in: Winter Birds. Winter is a wonderful time to look for and feed the birds. Drop in and make some bird feeders, learn how birds stay warm in winter, do a little bird identification, and much more. 9 a.m. - noon. No admission sticker required.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
? Richard Bong State Recreation Area, Kansasville, (262) 878-5600 -
? Celebrate the Solstice with Gentle Yoga. Join instructor Donna Mosca for a gentle introduction to Yoga and to salute the return of the sun. Dress in loose clothing and bring a mat or towel. Program is free but donations are accepted. Stay for the hike to continue the celebration! Visitor Center. 6-7 p.m. Celebrate the Solstice. Enjoy a natural celebration at this busy time of year. Learn how others have celebrated the return of the sun and then hike and do some of your own celebrating. Dress to be outside. Amphitheater. 7-8 p.m.
