Wisconsin 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, April 1, 2011
? Kettle Moraine State Forest?Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 - Nature Storytime: Pink-toed 'Possums. What has pink toes, a hairless tail and a pouch? An opossum, of course! Discover other interesting facts about the only North American mammal with a pouch. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 years olds with accompanying adults. Ice Age Visitor Center. 9:30 ? 10:30 a.m.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
? Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 - Bird Walk for Families. Many birds are returning from their winter homes. We?ll head out with binoculars to see who?s back. 10:30-11:30 a.m. No admission sticker required.
? MacKenzie Environmental Center, Poynette, (608) 635-8105 - Maple Syrup Festival. Enjoy learning about the MacKenzie Center?s sugar bush and how Native Americans, pioneers and today?s volunteers make maple syrup. Enjoy a pancake breakfast (8 a.m. - noon), horse drawn wagon rides and more! Event is free, concession stand, breakfast and raffles available at added cost.
? Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek, (920) 854-5976 - Eagle Trail. Hike Peninsula?s most spectacular trail. Learn about park geology, history along the way. Difficult. About 2 miles. Meet at the tower. 1-2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
? Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 - Preschool Storytime: What?s Hatching Out of That Egg? Eggs come in a wonderful variety of colors, sizes, and shapes. Find out about the tiny lives growing inside them. This program is for preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their parents, grandparents, or other adult. It is not for day care centers or organizations. 9:30-10:30 a.m. No admission sticker required.
? Richard Bong State Recreation Area, Kansasville, (262) 878-5600 - Adopt-a-Highway. Join us for the first clean up of the highway in front of the park. All equipment provided. You must be at least 12 years old to participate. Sponsored by Bong Naturalist Association. Visitor Center. 5:30-6:30 p.m.
