Dive into the Delightful World of Bluebirds and Craft Your Very Own Bluebird House! PRESENTATIONCome and learn about bluebirds during this free presentation by Lowell Peterson, the St. Croix County representative for the Bluebird Restoration Association of Wisconsin in the Ice Age Center Auditorium. Following the presentation: BUILD YOUR OWN BIRDHOUSE:Cost: $15.00 There are still […]
Meet at the Ice Age Center. We will then head to the Ravine Trail Shelter to make s'mores and hike. We will learn how to be safe with fire. 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 […]
Why do plants need leaves? We will plant seeds and be able to watch leaves grow. 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 […]
We will learn about chemical reactions by making a volcano with baking soda and vinegar. We will also go for a hike. 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 […]
Help park staff get the North Campground ready for the upcoming season! Volunteer activities will include raking, garbage clean up, fire ring cleaning, picking up branches, placing wood chips on campsites and tree planting. Volunteers should bring water, snacks, work clothes including, pants, boots, socks, gloves, eye protection, a hat and any other clothing items […]
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 […]
Bring your rain boots and a bucket! Let’s learn about frogs while looking for tadpoles and insects. 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 […]
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 […]
Where do ferns and mosses grow? Build your own terrarium. 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.