Parks
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Stargazing
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Learn the basics of navigating the night sky. Meet behind the Nature Center, clear skies permitting.
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Stargazing
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Meet the Naturalist in the field outside the Boathouse for an hour of stargazing! Learn some basic constellations and enjoy the beauty of an island night sky!
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UW Universe in the Park
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Join Alejandra Lopez Holguin of the UW-Madison Astronomy Department as she presents an interactive program on the night sky.
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Hunting for Dragonflies
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Did you know that dragonflies are the most successful hunters in the animal kingdom?
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Open Door Bird Sanctuary
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Join Open Door Bird Sanctuary as they return to Potawatomi for the second annual Raptor Series, held every Friday in August, at the park's amphitheater near the campground.
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Water Color Painting with the Lake O' the Dalles
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Stop by anytime during this open-ended workshop to paint a nature masterpiece using water gathered straight from the Lake O’ the Dalles! All materials are provided, and you can stay for a few minutes or the full session to create at your own pace.
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Nature Station: Bats
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Did you know that many bats depend on Wisconsin caves and mines for hibernation?
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Leave No Trace: Trash Timeline
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Where does garbage go on the island? How can you help to keep our park clean? Drop in at the boathouse to learn more! Participate in a hands-on activity while we learn about decomposition rates for items commonly found at home.
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Match Your Catch
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Get ready for a fast paced, high energy fishing adventure like no other! Dive into our magnetic fishing challenge where players use special rods to hook fish and reel them in against the clock. Once you land your catch, identify your catch correctly…