Education
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all Archery In The Lodge
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There is beauty all around us! Join MacKenzie naturalists to discover "nature art." We'll collect our own materials to create art with mostly natural items.
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Deer Butchering Workshop
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Join us at the Aldo Leopold Foundation with Hunter Education Instructor Tim Kill to learn how to process your own deer. The deer as well as knives, cutting boards, tables, and packaging equipment will be supplied.
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Learn to Butcher Deer
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Instructors will assist participants to break down a deer step-by-step and share tips on hanging a deer at home, removing lymph nodes for CWD testing, and storing your venison by canning or freezing.
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Historic Cabin Viewing
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The late 1850s pioneer cabin is open for those who want to take a peek inside! Explore the space that housed the Prussian Family and view some of the tools they used to make their living on the prairie. This will be at the Gotten Cabin, across the…
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Decorate a ‘pumpkin’
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A blood moon, or “hunter’s moon” refers to a full moon that appears during the month of October. Join our naturalist for a hike around the park to admire this special moon and learn the history and folklore surrounding this astronomical event.
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Wilderness First Aid Course
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Join us at Sandhill Wildlife Area for an immersive and empowering Wilderness First Aid course that will equip you with the skills and knowledge to respond effectively to emergencies in remote outdoor environments.
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Hunter’s Moon Hike
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A blood moon, or “hunter’s moon” refers to a full moon that appears during the month of October. Join our naturalist for a hike around the park to admire this special moon and learn the history and folklore surrounding this astronomical event.
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Skyline Trail Hike
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Climb to Sven’s Bluff along rolling terrain. Join a naturalist to explore this 3-mile loop over moderate terrain. Please bring a water bottle and anticipate the hike to take approximately 2 hours.
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Friends Halloween Hike
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Join us for lots of Halloween fun! There’s a lot to do at this annual event sponsored by the Friends of Devil’s Lake State Park.