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Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

Description

More than 22,000 acres of glacial hills, kettles, lakes, prairie restoration sites, pine woods and hardwood forests can be found in the Southern Unit, making this a popular area for a wide variety of visitors. The Forest is 30 miles long, extending from the village of Dousman, almost to the city of Whitewater. The forest headquarters is 3 miles west of the village of Eagle on State Highway 59.

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    The Great Ice Age

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    Stop by to learn about the last Ice Age and how it shaped Kettle Moraine. Meet at the Ottawa Lake Beach Pavilion.

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    Light Up The Night Drop-In Craft

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    Stop by the Ottawa Lake Beach Pavilion to make and decorate a lantern. Great for backyards and camping!

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    Beautiful Butterflies

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    Stop by Ottawa Lake to make your very own butterfly craft!

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    Guided Hike To Oleson Cabin And Lime Kiln Trail

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    Meet at Oleson Cabin to hike out to Lime Kiln Trail and learn more about the pioneers.

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    Makin’ Tracks Drop-In Program

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    Stop by the Ottawa Lake Contact Station to learn more about animal tracks and identification.

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    Hiking For Beginners

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    Come out to the Scuppernong Hiking Trails and join one of our rangers on a 2.5-mile guided hike. This hike is for beginners, but all are welcome! We will discuss gear, safety considerations and how to plan your own hiking adventure.

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    Frogs, Tadpoles And Toads, Oh My!

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    Drop into Paradise Springs Nature Trail to learn about the tadpole lifecycle and catch some frogs too!

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    Birdfeeder Fun!

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    Drop in for a little while and make a birdfeeder to bring home.

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    Gotten Cabin Open House

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    Stop in to experience the lives of an 1850s family of German immigrants.

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    Hike to Brady’s Rock

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    Take a two-mile round trip hike to see limestone outcroppings that are part of the Niagara Escarpment. 

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