Look up outside at night to see all the stars. Can you count them? How far away are stars? Why do we see them at night? Let's learn about stars! Nature Storytime is led by volunteer Kathy S. and includes a short story and fun activities. Recommended for children ages 3 – 9. All children […]
Join us for an all ages, interactive program exploring the fascinating world of native bumble bees. Participants will discover how these vital pollinators support our ecosystem and work together to build a functional bumble bee hive to take home! Meet at the Ice Age Center. For more information email raegan.sorensen@wisconsin.gov, call 715-483-3742 or stop at the […]
Experience nature with all your senses! Did you know you can hear nature just as well as you can see it? Stop by the Pothole Trailhead to pick up your scavenger hunt list. Once you’ve completed the hunt, return to receive a small prize. For more information email raegan.sorensen@wisconsin.gov, call 715-483-3742 or stop at the […]
Stop by anytime during this open ended workshop to paint a nature masterpiece using water gathered straight from the St. Croix River! All materials are provided, and you can stay for a few minutes or the full session to create at your own pace. Meet at the Ice Age Center. For more information email raegan.sorensen@wisconsin.gov, call […]
Launch your next adventure at the beach between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.! Join us in kayaking and canoeing to explore the beautiful Lake O’ the Dalles. Keep your eyes peeled for incredible shoreline wildlife and discover the thriving aquatic ecosystems that calls this lake home. Meet at the Lake o' the Dalles Beach. For more […]
Join us at the Ice Age Interpretive Center for a self-paced, hands-on crafting session where you can build your very own nature journal. This drop-in workshop provides all the materials and guidance needed to bind and decorate a personalized book to explore and record your outdoor observations. For more information email raegan.sorensen@wisconsin.gov, call 715-483-3742 or […]
The Summit Players present their 2026 season: Shakespeare's Hamlet. We will once again visit 18 different Wisconsin State Parks this summer for 19 unique shows! All shows and workshops are presented free of charge. Seating is general admission on a first come, first served basis. Wisconsin State Park Admission is required at most locations and can be […]
Join us for a relaxing and creative watercolor journaling experience at Wisconsin Interstate Park! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this hands-on workshop will introduce you to the art of observing and documenting nature through watercolor painting and journaling. Guided by teaching artist Lauren Hefty, participants will learn techniques for sketching, watercolor […]
A typical Universe in the Park (UitP) session begins just after sunset with a 30-40 minute talk and slide show about astronomy. While particular topics are left up to the presenters, they usually give a broad overview of one or two astronomy topics. Recent astronomical news is frequently discussed, such as the discovery of new […]
Join us at Interstate Park -Ice Age Interpretive Center for an exciting afternoon of reptiles and amphibians! You will get an opportunity to watch a salamander eat, debunk turtle myths, touch live snakes and more! The Snake Discovery center will bring a tiger salamander, 1-2 native turtles, 3-4 native snakes, and 2-4 exotic reptiles (just […]