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SUMMARY:Spring Bird Hike - Straight Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Expert Birder\, Robin Maercklein for a spring hike at Straight Lake State Park!\nThe 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 birds! We will walk out and back and be in search of migrating birds and those who will make their nests there for the season. \nMeet at main parking lot of Straight Lake State Park on 2700 120th Street\, Luck\, WI. \nPlease dress for the weather\, including rain gear if needed. These hikes will only be called off if severe weather is imminent. A valid Wisconsin State Park Pass is required. \n 
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/spring-bird-hike-straight-lake-state-park/
LOCATION:Straight Lake State Park\, 2700 120th St.\, Luck\, WI\, 54853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Hiking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T153821Z
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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 make the day even more memorable.
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/mothers-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Interstate Park – Ice Age Center\, 1275 State Hwy 35\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop In
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T090000
DTSTAMP:20260422T171143
CREATED:20260228T165455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T205217Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Bird Hike - Interstate Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Expert Birder\, Brian Collins for a spring hike at Interstate Park!\nThe 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! We will walk out and back and be in search of migrating birds and those who will make their nests there for the season. \nWe will meet at Camp Interstate and check out nests of the Blue Herons as we walk up the hill through the Group Camp. You may also join us at the Group Camp parking area around 7:20 a.m. We will walk down the Silver Brook trail to the bridge and back. \nPlease dress for the weather\, including rain gear if needed. These hikes will only be called off if severe weather is imminent. A valid Wisconsin State Park Pass is required. \nWe will meet at Camp Interstate and check out nests of the Blue Herons before hiking the Skyline Trail. (Parking area Circled in Red Below.)
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/spring-bird-hike-interstate-park/
LOCATION:Interstate Park\, 1275 State Hwy 35\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Hiking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTSTAMP:20260422T171143
CREATED:20260404T020921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T021007Z
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SUMMARY:WI DNR Open House Free Fun Weekend - Interstate Park
DESCRIPTION: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.) \nCheck back for more information as it becomes available.
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/wi-dnr-open-house-free-fun-weekend/
LOCATION:Interstate Park\, 1275 State Hwy 35\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Fun Weekend
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTSTAMP:20260422T171143
CREATED:20260404T021116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T021116Z
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SUMMARY:WI DNR Open House Free Fun Weekend - Straight Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION: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.) \nCheck back for more information as it becomes available.
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/wi-dnr-open-house-free-fun-weekend-straight-lake-state-park/
LOCATION:Straight Lake State Park\, 2700 120th St.\, Luck\, WI\, 54853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Fun Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T171143
CREATED:20260409T174946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T174946Z
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SUMMARY:Fam\, the Remarkable Story of a Canada Goose Adopted by Sandhill Cranes
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/fam-the-remarkable-story-of-a-canada-goose-adopted-by-sandhill-cranes/
LOCATION:Interstate Park – Ice Age Center\, 1275 State Hwy 35\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Free Fun Weekend,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T140000
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CREATED:20260404T022655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T023031Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Bugs
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Bugs with Bruce the Bug Guy! 🐞 \nA 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.
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/meet-the-bugs/
LOCATION:Interstate Park – Ice Age Center\, 1275 State Hwy 35\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Fun Weekend,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T171143
CREATED:20260331T011901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T153842Z
UID:1696-1782036000-1782050400@friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org
SUMMARY:Father's Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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 Father’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 dads to make the day even more memorable.
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/fathers-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Interstate Park – Ice Age Center\, 1275 State Hwy 35\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop In
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T171143
CREATED:20260404T150627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T150627Z
UID:1710-1784964600-1784973600@friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org
SUMMARY:6th Annual Ice to Water Race
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 6th Annual Ice to Water Race at Interstate Park! This fun\, family-friendly event invites runners and walkers of all ages to enjoy scenic trails\, celebrate summer\, and embrace the outdoors. Whether you’re racing\, strolling\, or cheering from the sidelines\, it’s a great way to connect with nature and your community while having a blast in the beautiful park setting. \nCheck back for more information later in the season!
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/6th-annual-ice-to-water-race/
LOCATION:Interstate Park\, 1275 State Hwy 35\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T171143
CREATED:20260404T151133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T151133Z
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SUMMARY:Snake Discovery!
DESCRIPTION: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 for fun). A large boa constrictor makes an appearance as well. Time is reserved after the presentation to touch and hold the reptiles for a truly hands-on experience.
URL:https://friendsofinterstateandstraightlakeparks.org/event/snake-discovery/
LOCATION:Interstate Park – Ice Age Center\, 1275 State Hwy 35\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Fauna,Program,Reptiles/Amphibians
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