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    Are There Bats at Bong?

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    Are there Bats at Bong? Find out with a local Bat Ambassador and Master Naturalist, John Davies.

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    Astronomy and Star Gazing

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    Join Bill Dirienzo of UW-Green Bay for an evening of stargazing and astronomy.

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    Explore the Night Sky

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    Join the Madison Astronomy Society (MAS) to learn about the night sky. From 8-8:45 p.m., join MAS for an Astro-naturalist talk and starting at 9 p.m., starting at 9 p.m., an MAS astronomer and his laser pointer will take you on a tour of spring…

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    Sustainable Safari

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    Kick off the 2026 summer program season at Merrick State Park with the return of a crowd favorite: Sustainable Safari®!

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    Music In The Park: The Old Gray Cats

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    Join us at the Cox Hollow Beach shelter for a fun night of music by the lake featuring The Old Gray Cats, a Wisconsin-based bluegrass and folk group.

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    Slow Down for Turtles!

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    Watch out! It’s turtle season in Wisconsin!

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    Wetlands

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    During this event we will discuss how wetlands operate, some unique animals and plants, along with why they are an important environment to help maintain and how to get involved with conservation efforts.

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    Move Like Malcolm with Run Black & Green

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    Ever wanted to see a turtle eat? Or see a snake up close? Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch.

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    Natural Playground Scavenger Hunt

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    Drop into the nature center and pick up a scavenger hunt sheet before heading out into the beautiful, summer sun to explore the unique and natural stations that make up our natural playground area!

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    Live Birds of Prey - Up Close!

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    Raptor rehabilitator and educator Jane Kelly of On the Wing, will present a live raptor program in the park.

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