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Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham Peak Unit

Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham Peak Unit

Description

The Kettle Moraine and Lapham Peak were formed 10,000 years ago when a glacier covered much of Wisconsin. Lapham Peak's glaciated topography provides excellent hiking, backpacking, and cross-country skiing on lighted trails. Climb a 45-foot observation tower atop the highest point in Waukesha County (1,233 feet above sea level).

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    Feel the Burn 5k

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    This event is a 5k run/walk fundraiser that supports the prescribed burning efforts of Lapham Peak and will be held on Invasive Species Awareness Weekend!

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    Glacial Landforms Hike

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    Join the Naturalist for a hike on the Kame Terrace Trail. Learn about the glacial history of the Kettle Moraine and see glacial landforms. This is an “easy” 2-mile hike on a non-paved trail with some hilly terrain (60-90 minutes). All ages welcome.

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    Walk with the Naturalist

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    Join our Naturalist for walk on the to learn about the natural history of Lapham Peak. This walk is on an “easy”, paved, ADA-compliant path with slight elevation gain. The walk will be about 1 mile and last about 1 hour. All ages and abilities…

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    Pollinators: Beneficial Beauties

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    Join us for a family-friendly presentation about monarchs and other Wisconsin pollinators. Learn all about these important creatures and how you can help them from Master Naturalist Judy Salus.

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    Pollinator Art Display

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    Join us to celebrate Pollinator Month and enjoy a stunning display of pollinator photographs from our very own Kris Gould!

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    Spring Work Day

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    Get your sturdy boots and gloves ready for a Work Day with the Friends of Lapham Peak!

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    Using A Map And Compass

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    Learn the basics of using a map and compass from our naturalist.

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    Walk With The Naturalist

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    This event is an interpretive nature walk with the naturalist on an easy, ADA-compliant trail.

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    Glaciation And The Kettle Moraine

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    Join our naturalist for a talk about the glacial history of the Kettle Moraine and learn about kettles, moraines, eskers, kames, drumlins and outwash plains.

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    Walk with the Naturalist

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    Join our naturalist for a walk on the Plantation Path to learn about the natural history of Lapham Peak.

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