UPCOMING
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, January 4, 2008
• Kettle Moraine State Forest—Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 - Nature Storytime: True Story of Wolves. Are wolves really the big bad animals of fairy tales? Join us as we share the true stories of timber wolves. This hour of nature fun awaits 3- to 6- year-olds with accompanying adults. Ice Age Visitor Center. 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Saturday, January 5, 2008
• Bluemound State Park, Blue Mounds, (608) 437-5711 - Candlelight ski Trails are provided for hiking or skiing. About 2 miles of skiing and 1 mile of hiking is the usual plan. Very good ski conditions as of Jan. 3. The Friends of Blue Mound State Park provide hot cocoa, hot cider, a warm toasty campfire and marshmallows of course. 6 - 9 p.m.
• Harrington Beach State Park, Belgium, (262) 285-3015 - Candlelight Ski/Hike. A candlelight ski/hike through the woods. Refreshments served by the Friends of Harrington Beach State park Trailhead at Adolph & Marie Ansay Welcome Center. 6-9 p.m.
• Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 - Family Program: Life under the Ice. What happens to aquatic animals during winter? Where do they go when the ice forms? Explore our indoor pond to find out what the animals do under the ice. Environmental Awareness Center. 10:30 a.m. - noon. No admission sticker required.
• Mirror Lake State Park, Wisconsin Dells, (608) 254-2333 - Torchlight Ski/Hike. The Friends of Mirror Lake State Park will be hosting torchlight ski, hike and snowshoe events. Two 1-mile trails illuminated with torchlight will be available. It looks like we will definitely have enough snow for this year’s event. As in past years, there will be a bonfire to warm up and food sales. The only cost for the event is a daily or annual park sticker that may be purchased upon entrance to the park. For trail conditions or more information on the event. 6-8 p.m.
• Wildcat Mountain State Park, Ontario, (608) 337-4775 - Candlelight Ski/Hike. Ski or hike an easy 1.5- mile trail loop lighted by torches. Warming fires at the start and finish. Charcoal grills for grilling. Warming building with hot chocolate and popcorn. Astronomy program beginning at 7 p.m. Office and ski trail head. Dusk to 9 p.m.
Sunday, January 6, 2008
• Kettle Moraine State Forest—Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 467-2099 - Nordic Heaven Winter Fest. Head out to Greenbush Recreation Area for a day of winter family fun. The cross-country ski trails will be groomed and the shelter heated. The Northern Kettle Moraine Nordic Ski Club will offer snowshoeing, a ski waxing demonstration, and cross-country ski lessons. If skiing or snowshoeing is not your thing, bring your sleds and give the sledding hill a try. Food, refreshments and live music will also be on hand. No-snow date is January 13, 2008. Sponsored by Northern Kettle Moraine Nordic Ski Club. Greenbush Recreation Area. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday, January 10, 2008
• Interstate State Park, St. Croix Falls, (715) 483-3747 - Nature Storytime. Share a nature-related story and activity with pre-schoolers and their parents. We'll spend time indoors and outdoors, weather permitting, so dress accordingly. Ice Age Center. 10 a.m.
• Kettle Moraine State Forest—Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 - Coping With Winter's Weather. Whether you are skier, snowboarder, ice angler, snowmobiler or winter outdoor enthusiast, the cold, snow and ice of winter can be a challenge. Learn about the cold weather health hazards faced by humans, and how to prevent and treat them. Also, discover what new and not so new technologies in cold weather gear can help you truly enjoy the wonders of a Wisconsin winter. This program is most appropriate for adults and youth over age 10. Ice Age Visitor Center. 7-8:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
• Governor Nelson State Park, Waunakee, (608) 831-3005 - Owl Prowl. Discover the owls of Governor Nelson State Park. Learn about their habits and habitats. Enjoy a “wintery walk” through the night as we call and listen for resident owls. Dress for the outdoors. Meet at the park office. 5-7 p.m.
• Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 - Discovery Saturday: Borrow Some Snowshoes. Winter is here and what’s better than spending a morning hiking the park on snowshoes. If there isn’t any snow, come anyway and we’ll have winter scavenger hunt. Environmental Awareness Center. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. and noon. No admission sticker required.
• Kettle Moraine State Forest—Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 - Exploring the Wonders of Winter on Snowshoes. Snow permitting, we will begin with an introduction to snowshoeing and then head outside. As we tramp along the trails, we will keep our eyes and ears open for the animals active during winter. Please call by January 10 to register. This program is best for people older than 7 years. Ice Age Visitor Center. 9:30-11:30 a.m.
• Kohler-Andrae State Park, Sheboygan, (920) 451-4080 - Winter Candlelight Hike and Ski. Enjoy the winter wonderland at night with family and friends while skiing or hiking the 2-mile cross-country trail. Almost 200 tiki torches will light the way for this annual event. Warm up afterwards by the fireplace. Refreshments will be available in the heated shelter building. Please, no pets or sleds allowed on the trail. Cross-country Ski Trail—stop at park office for map. 6-9 p.m.
• Lake Kegonsa State Park, Stoughton, (608) 873-9695 - Candlelight Ski. Enjoy a beautiful winter evening cross-country skiing along 2 miles of groomed ski trails lit with hundreds of glowing luminaries. When you are done, warm up by the bonfire and enjoy refreshments sold by the LKSP Friends Group. Grills will be available for cooking. Sorry, no pets or hikers are allowed on cross-country ski trails. This event is weather and snow conditions permitting. 6-9 p.m.
• Point Beach State Forest, Two Rivers, (920) 794-7480 - Candlelight Ski and Hike. Ski or hike our wooded candlelight trails. Warm up by a blazing fire enjoying live music, food and refreshments. Sponsored by Friends of Point Beach. Lodge. 5-9 p.m.
• Rib Mountain State Park, Wausau, (715) 842-2522 - Snowshoe Hike. Meet at the concession stand area. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sponsored by Friends of Rib Mountain State Park.
