Drop-in Program
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Nature Adventures - Spooktacular
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Join us for story-time, followed by hands-on activities where you can win candy and prizes! Story time is at 11 a.m. but drop in anytime between 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. for prizes and candy. This program’s activities are designed with families in mind but…
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Crex Meadows Howl-o-Ween Event
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Join us for a fun filled family evening! Take a hike on the Jack-O-Lantern trail, learn about nocturnal wildlife, play wildlife bingo to win a prize, and more! Don’t forget to wear your costume! Recommended to bring: flashlight and warm clothes.
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Mead Wildlife Art Gallery
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Come enjoy magnificent works at the 4th Annual Mead Wildlife Art Gallery! Our jury-selected pieces allow talented artists to share what inspires them at the Mead Wildlife Area.
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Telescope Viewing
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Join the Northern Cross Science Foundation educators for a night of learning and appreciation.
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Pumpkin Hike
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A family-friendly evening of hiking on park trails lit by candlelight. Over 500 luminaries, decorated by local grade school students will light the 1.2 mile hike around Hartman Lake. Event is free, however vehicle admission is required. There will…
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Scavenger Hunt
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Become a nature detective with our self-guided scavenger hunt! Pick up a challenge card at the visitor center and explore any area of our park! Bring the card back to the visitor center before 4 p.m. for prizes!
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Earth Science Week - Story in the Rocks: Let’s Talk Fossils Drop-in Program
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We will be exploring fossil evidence in the rocks found at Newport.
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Fall Fest
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Join the Friends of Wildcat Mountain State Park for a day of fall celebrations! Naturalist programs, ranger led hikes, campfire and smores, scavenger hunt, pumpkin carving, and food for sale. Stay to watch the sunset from the overlook. This is a…
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Bear Necessities
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Learn all about Wisconsin's black bears! Drop in by the visitor center from 1-3 p.m. to learn about all about bears! Test your knowledge on some bear facts, see a skull up close, and learn about their habits.
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Night Loving Animals
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Drop in anytime from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn about bats and some of our other nighttime friends.