Parks
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Nature Explore Family Club: Know A Tree
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Choose a tree in the area that you think is interesting. Use your senses to get to know your tree: look closely, touch, listen and smell. Observe the tree seeds.
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Art – Naturally!
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Ignite your imagination to create whimsical art pieces using nature as your inspiration.
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Fern Foray
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Embark on an exploration of ferns along the Black River Trails to learn the basics and see which ferns we can identify. Join naturalist Phyllis McKenzie and together we’ll learn the language and life cycle of ferns, their identifying features and…
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Letterboxing: Low-Tech Treasure Hunt
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Join Master Naturalist Laurie Hylen for an introduction to letterboxing, a low-tech treasure hunt. Written clues help letterboxers find small hidden boxes in parks and other public spaces. Clues are posted online. You will have the chance to…
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Water Wednesday
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Explore the waters of Crystal and Musky lakes, learn about the critters that call them home and why they are so important to their ecosystems.
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Naturalist-Led Hike
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Join the naturalist for this guided hike to learn more about Devil’s Lake.
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Nature Hike On Sugarbush Trail
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Head out with the park naturalist to explore the Sugarbush Trail.
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Urban Bird Hike
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Lakeshore State Park is home to over 70 native and migratory species of birds, and the summer is an excellent time to spot some of our returning friends!
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Paddling In The Park
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Join volunteer Bob Whaley to learn paddle strokes and helpful tips for canoeing and kayaking! Canoes, kayaks and all other supplies are provided. Dress appropriately for weather and bugs. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No experience or…