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Richard Bong State Recreation Area

Richard Bong State Recreation Area

Description

Once designated to be a jet fighter base, Richard Bong State Recreation Area is fittingly named after Major Richard I. Bong, a Poplar, WI native who was America's leading air ace during World War II. The air base was abandoned three days before concrete was to be poured for a 12,500-foot runway. Local citizens had the foresight to protect this open space for future generations.

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    Eco-Halloween Hike

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    Enjoy s'mores and hot beverages around the campfire, then take a fun walk down our nature trail and enjoy fun skits that teach you about nature along the way!

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    Live Animal Encounter

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    Learn all about our education reptiles and amphibians.

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    Fall Seed Scatter

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    Meet our natural resources educator at the Visitor Center for a fun seed project!

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    Scavenger Hunt – Drop In

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    Stop by the Visitor Center during our open hours to pick up a scavenger hunt.

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    Adopt A Highway

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    Meet at the Visitor Center Parking Lot and assist with roadside clean up at the park! Be sure to dress for the weather.

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    Live Animal Encounter

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    Learn all about our education reptiles and amphibians.

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    Friendship Bracelet Fun

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    Learn the basics of making a friendship bracelet from start to finish, and leave with a finished bracelet and the “know-how” to make more for your friends!

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    Friendship Bracelet Fun

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    Learn the basics of making a friendship bracelet from start to finish.

  • Event

    Fall Seed Scatter

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    Meet our natural resources educator at the Visitor Center for a fun seed project!

  • Event

    Adopt A Highway

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    Meet at the Visitor Center Parking Lot and assist with roadside clean up at the park! Be sure to dress for the weather.

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