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Lakeshore State Park

Lakeshore State Park

Description

In the heart of downtown Milwaukee, Lakeshore State Park provides a unique urban oasis with recreational and educational opportunities geared to the urban population. Lakeshore State Park offers great views of the city and Lake Michigan and has a reservable, overnight boat slip.

Location

 Directions

  43.031156, -87.894858

County: Milwaukee

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    Arbor Day Tree Walk

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    Come along on an easy 1.7 mile “hike” around Lakeshore State Park to learn about Wisconsin trees and discover the unique challenges when it comes to planting at Lakeshore State Park.

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    Work Play Earth Day - Earth Day Hike

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    Walk through Lakeshore State Park with one of our Naturalists to learn about the history of the park, the wildlife that call it home and the benefits of prairie restoration.

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    Work Play Earth Day

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    Join us for Work Play Earth Day events at Lakeshore.

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    Work Play Earth Day - Earth Day Clean Up with Milwaukee Riverkeeper

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    Meet at the Lakeshore’s north entrance, just in front of Discovery World and help pick litter to get the park looking beautiful for summer! Register through Milwaukee RiverKeeper or simply show up! Trash bags are provided. Dress for the weather and…

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    Spring Bird Migration Hike

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    Walk through Lakeshore State Park with a park naturalist and learn the basics of urban bird watching and watch for the over 70 migratory birds that reside annually

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    Gardening with Native Plants

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    The hike will include a tour Lakeshore’s prairies and opportunities to discussion tips, tricks, and resources for developing a native plant area.

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    Dog and Me Walk

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    Come celebrate National Pet Day at Lakeshore State Park!

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    Eclipse Viewing Event

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    Join the Friends of Lakeshore State Park and a park naturalist to view the last total solar eclipse North America will see for the next 20 years!

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    Walk after Work

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    Join Lakeshore’s resident Naturalist in a ‘walk around’ Lakeshore State Park to learn the park’s history and see what flora are showing signs of spring.

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    Spring Migration Hike

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    Walk through Lakeshore State Park with Master Naturalist Anne Duffy and learn the basics of urban bird watching.

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