How do magnets work? What are they used for? 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 for the weather, as some activities might be outside. This is a […]
If you have been to Interstate Park, it is hard not to notice that a lot of trees that have been cut down. While unsightly, it is necessary. These trees are either Ash trees that have been or will be infested with Emerald Ash Borer, or they are trees that have been determined to be […]
Join Botanist, Barb Delaney for a spring hike at Straight Lake State Park! Barb is a retired botanist who specializes in the native and rare plants of Minnesota and Wisconsin. Barb will lead us on a casual hike on the trails and help us identify the spring ephemerals currently in bloom. Meet at Straight […]
Join Expert Birder, Robin Maercklein for a spring hike at Straight Lake State Park! The early bird gets the worm! Start your weekend right with an early morning bird hike led by Robin Maercklein, an expert at imitating bird calls and identifies birds by sound. Be sure to bring binoculars to best spot the spring […]
This will be our third year offering these special programs, and we are excited to continue the tradition. Stop in the Ice Age Interpretive Center to celebrate Mother's Day. We will be featuring a variety of creative activities designed especially for families and children. Activities include fun crafts and a small gift for moms to […]
Join Expert Birder, Brian Collins for a spring hike at Interstate Park! The early bird gets the worm! Start your weekend right with an early morning bird hike led by Brian Collins, an expert birder who has identified over 60 birds in previous years. Be sure to bring binoculars to best spot the spring birds! […]
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.
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.