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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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    Pelts & Pals

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    Join DNR Wildlife Biologist Travis Anderson to view his collections of pelts in an interactive, educational program about some of Wisconsin’s many mammals.

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    Nature Station: Snakes

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    Do you know your local snake species? Stop by the front of the park office to hear from the park naturalist about the snakes of Wisconsin.

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    Lake Life

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    Stop by the Twin Valley Beach to learn all about the life of the lake. Come prepared to wade in the water if you wish or stay on dry land.

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    Beginner Birding

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    Join the park naturalist for an adventure in birding on the Uplands Trail. Birders of all experience levels are welcome to join in on this 2.5-mile hike with rolling hills.

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    Lakeview Trail Interpretive Hike

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    Join the naturalist for a guided hike on the Lakeview Trail, a 1 1/4-mile trail with a few hills.

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    Music In The Park: Old Grey Cats

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    Please join us for Music in the Park featuring Old Grey Cats, a Wisconsin-based bluegrass and folk group.

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    Know Your Trees

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    Join the park naturalist for a relaxed walk to learn some basic tree ID tips.

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    Nature Station: Wisconsin Symbols

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    Why is Wisconsin known as the Badger State? Stop by the front of the park office to hear from the naturalist about some of Wisconsin’s state symbols and how they relate to Governor Dodge State Park.

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    Bats Bouncing Back

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    Bats are amazing animals that make up more than 20% of the world's mammal diversity! Join Jennifer Redell, conservation biologist with the Wisconsin DNR's bat program, for an engaging presentation about the park's bats. Hear about how local…

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    Lakeview Trail Interpretive Hike

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    Join the naturalist for a guided hike on the Lakeview Trail.

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