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Interstate State Park

Interstate State Park

Description

Interstate is Wisconsin's oldest state park, established in 1900. Located along the picturesque St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, the park provides scenic views of the river and the steep-sided gorge known as the Dalles of the St. Croix. The Ice Age Interpretive Center features a film, photographs, murals and information.

Location

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  45.395413, -92.649259

County: Polk

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    Learn To Fish

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    Discover the joy of fishing in this simple, hands-on beginner program for all ages! All equipment is provided. At the beach you will learn the basics of casting, catching, and safely releasing your very first fish. No prior experience is necessary–…

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    Paddle in the Park

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    Launch your next adventure at the beach between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.! Join us in kayaking and canoeing to explore the beautiful Lake O’ the Dalles. Keep your eyes peeled for incredible shoreline wildlife and discover the thriving aquatic ecosystems…

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    All About Beavers

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    Are you ready to meet the natures greatest engineers? Dive into the fascinating world of beavers in this fun, hands-on program for all ages! Discover how these furry architects build massive dams, hold their breath underwater, and shape the entire…

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    Water Color Painting with the Lake O' the Dalles

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    Stop by anytime during this open-ended workshop to paint a nature masterpiece using water gathered straight from the Lake O’ the Dalles! All materials are provided, and you can stay for a few minutes or the full session to create at your own pace.

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    Match Your Catch

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    Get ready for a fast paced, high energy fishing adventure like no other! Dive into our magnetic fishing challenge where players use special rods to hook fish and reel them in against the clock. Once you land your catch, identify your catch correctly…

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    Monarch Butterflies

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    This interactive, hands-on workshop invites participants to step into the world of monarch butterflies through live tracking and conservation activities. Attendees will learn to identify monarch life cycles up close, explore a native milkweed…

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    Paddle in the Park

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    Launch your next adventure at the beach between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.! Join us in kayaking and canoeing to explore the beautiful Lake O’ the Dalles. Keep your eyes peeled for incredible shoreline wildlife and discover the thriving aquatic ecosystems…

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    Pothole Trail Guided Hike

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    What did the St. Croix River look like 10,000 years ago? Join the naturalist on a hike back in time to learn about the geology of Interstate and how the unique terrain and characteristics of the St. Croix Valley came to be. Expect uneven terrain and…

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    Wisconsin Bats

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    Did you know a single bat can eat thousands of mosquitos in just one night? Join us for an exciting look into the lives of Wisconsin’s eight native bat species! From cave-dwelling hibernators fighting for survival to the high-flying tree dwellers…

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    Campfire Building

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    This interactive, hands-on workshop teaches participants the essentials of campfire building and fire safety. Participates will learn to responsibly select fire sites, arrange wood structures, and practice total fire extinguishment to protect…

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