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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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    Nature Story Time: Wetlands

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    What kinds of plants grow in wetlands? We will look at a variety of wetland plants and even some invasive species.

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    Nature Journaling 101

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    Join us to learn the basics and benefits of nature journaling in the first of three classes taking place this summer.

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    Nature Story Time: Turtle

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    With 11 species of turtles in Wisconsin, there is so much to learn! Let’s do some turtle watching and make a turtle craft.

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    Mother's Day Crafts

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    Join us for a short craft to appreciate the special moms in your life!

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    Nature Story Time: Amphibians

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    What amphibians live in the park? Where are the frogs? Walk the lake with us if the weather allows!

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    Nature Story Time: Great Blue Herons

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    Big birds, big wings, long legs! Let’s learn about great blue herons, how they live, and visit their nesting site in the park.

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    Work Play Earth Day

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    Join staff and other volunteers at Interstate Park to prepare the park for summer. Projects will include raking campsites, removing brush, cleaning fire rings and picking up trash.

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    Nature Story Time: Worms

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    How does a worm live? Why do you see worms after a rain? Learn about these wiggly friends and set up a worm “farm” so we can watch them at work.

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    Nature Story Time: Rabbits

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    Take a closer look at our furry rabbit friends! Find out where they live, what they do and other fun facts.

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    Nature Story Time: Rainbows

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    What causes rainbows to happen? Let’s look at rainbows in a prism and make a rainbow craft!

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