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Governor Dodge State Park

Governor Dodge State Park

Description

Governor Dodge State Park is one of the state's largest parks, with 5,350 acres of steep hills, bluffs, and deep valleys plus two lakes and a waterfall. Located in Wisconsin's scenic driftless area, Governor Dodge offers camping, picnicking, hiking, canoeing, biking, hunting, fishing, off-road biking, cross-country skiing and horseback riding opportunities.

Location

 Directions

  43.020672, -90.141985

County: Iowa

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    Shakespeare in the Park

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    Join us at the amphitheater for a Shakespeare workshop at 5:30 p.m. and a performance of Hamlet at 7 p.m.

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    Hoo's Woods Morning Raptor Program 2

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    Prepare to be amazed by an up-close encounter with some of Wisconsin’s most impressive raptors.

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    Hoo's Woods Morning Raptor Program

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    Prepare to be amazed by an up-close encounter with some of Wisconsin’s most impressive raptors.

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    Nature Station: Snakes

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    Do you know your local snake species?

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    Nature Station: Bats

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    Did you know that many bats depend on Wisconsin caves and mines for hibernation?

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    Ecology Walk

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    Take in the sights on a short segment of the Driftless Trail and learn about the ecology of our forests.

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    Volunteer Workday

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    Join the Friends of Governor Dodge State Park in a volunteer workday to improve the fences at the Ast and Wilson springhouses.

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    Nature Station: Raptors

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    Governor Dodge State Park is home to unique raptors that rule the skies. Stop by the table in front of the park office any time between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. to learn about these fascinating birds of prey. A parking pass is required.

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    Music In The Park: The Old Gray Cats

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    Join us at the Cox Hollow Beach shelter for a fun night of music by the lake featuring The Old Gray Cats, a Wisconsin-based bluegrass and folk group.

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    Nature Station: Turtles

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    Stop by Cox Hollow Beach any time between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to celebrate World Turtle Day by learning about Wisconsin’s turtles and how you can help protect them. A parking pass is required.

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