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- Email: Lakeshore State Park
- Phone: tel:+1-414-274-4281
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
County: Milwaukee
Parks_Topic Contact_Lakeshore
500 N Harbor Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
United States
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Fall Migration Hike
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Walk with our naturalist to look for birds on their migratory path, as some northern birds have already begun their journey south, stopping here along the way.
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Fall Equinox Hike
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Join us for a walk through Lakeshore to observe the waning summer foliage and embrace the newly forming fall colors!
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Beach Bonfire
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Stop by the pebble beach, make a s’more, warm up by the fire, and meet the park staff on your stroll.
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Fossil Hike
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What does Lakeshore State Park have to do with Niagara Falls? Come find out and learn some Wisconsin geological history as you explore the Lannon stone lining the park, searching for fossilized coral, trilobites, brachiopods, and cephalopods.
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Open Paddle with Wilderness Inquiry’s CanoeMobile
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Take your turn paddling with an experienced canoe captain during this public offering!
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Take and Make—Tea Time!
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Join Lakeshore’s naturalist on a foraging adventure to discover what herbals Lakeshore offers and their benefits, and learn how to brew your finds at home.
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Urban Critters: Coyote
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To better understand these animals, our educator will present coyote biology, behavior, safety precautions to minimize contact, and actions to take if an encounter occurs
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Eagle and Friends—Schlitz Audubon Program
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With awesome power, spectacular strength, a huge wingspan, and massive talons, the Bald Eagle is the very essence of a raptor and headlines this program.
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Make and Toss Seed Bombs
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Native wildflowers and grasses benefit our community in many ways! Come learn how native plants help people and the environment.
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Wildflower Festival
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Presented by the Friends of Lakeshore State Park, this event will include local musicians, artists and creators as well as food trucks and activities for youths and the general public.