What Can You Grow in Your Pot? Each child can decorate a container with items from nature! Then, we will plant a seed and take them home to watch them grow! Will you plant a sunflower? A potato? Or, a morning glory? Finally, we will take a hike and compare garden flowers with wetland plants. […]
During the first weekend in June, Free Fun Weekend (Wisconsin State Parks) lets you explore Wisconsin’s outdoors with park admission, fishing licenses, and trail passes waived. (Please note, all fishing regulations remain in place.) Check back for more information as it becomes available.
During the first weekend in June, Free Fun Weekend (Wisconsin State Parks) lets you explore Wisconsin’s outdoors with park admission, fishing licenses, and trail passes waived. (Please note, all fishing regulations remain in place.) Check back for more information as it becomes available.
A pair of Sandhill Cranes arrived in their backyard with a colt—and a surprise companion, a Canada gosling! Over three years, they followed this remarkable blended family, the program will include a reading of the book and lead related activities for participants.
Interstate State Park Glacial Pothole Trail Cleanup & Geology Program Join the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway at Wisconsin Interstate State Park for a geology talk and cleanup on the Glacial Pothole Trail! Bonus: Admission to the park is completely free today!
Meet the Bugs with Bruce the Bug Guy! 🐞 A fun, interactive program for all ages will explore the amazing world of insects through fun stories, fascinating facts, hands-on activities, and an up-close look at LIVE critters from the Arthropod Zoo in this 45–50 minute interactive program.
Can you find a hidden prize using a compass for direction? Come enjoy learning about navigation with a compass scavenger hunt! Nature Storytime is led by volunteer Kathy S. and includes a short story and fun activities. Recommended for children ages 3 – 9. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please dress appropriately […]
Hike the Echo Canyon and River Bluff trails to experience both lush terrain and stunning river views. Look for unique mushrooms, lichen, and moss in the canyon, then climb up for panoramic views of the St. Croix River. The park naturalist will be roaming the trails to answer questions or discuss the areas rich biology, […]
Have you ever seen a creepy crawler floating around a lake or river? Then you have seen a macroinvertebrate! Drop by the beach any time between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to learn about these underappreciated creatures! All ages are welcome. Stop by the Lake o' the Dalles Beach Area. For more information email raegan.sorensen@wisconsin.gov, […]
What did the St. Croix River look like 10,000 years ago? One million years ago? One billion years ago? Join the naturalist on a hike back in time to learn about the geology of Interstate and how the unique terrain and characteristics of the St. Croix Valley came to be. Expect uneven terrain and stone […]