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    Glacial Lake Wisconsin: A Brief Geologic History

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    ​​​​​​​Meet our naturalist at the top of the mound observation deck to learn about glacial history and look for clues from 15,000 years ago​​​​​​​.

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    Summer Is Fun At The Mead

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    Summer is Fun at the Mead, Fridays 10-11:15am, June 16th-Aug 18th. Free fun for the whole family; no registration required.

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    Summer Is Fun At The Mead - Mammals

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    Soak up the sun this summer at the Mead and join us every Friday for casual, hands-on, educational programming. 

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    Animal Adventure

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    Learn how we take care of the animals in addition to seeing what they eat for lunch. Animal Adventure includes an in-depth look at one of the animals and a fun hike to learn more about their natural habitat.

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    Summer Naturalist Class

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    In June we’ll focus on plant and animal ID hikes on various trails throughout the park!

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    Spanish In Nature! – Learn About The four Elements Of Matter

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    Explore the elements of sun, wind, water and earth through games, dance, crafts and outdoor exploration! This program is intended for children aged 2-9 and their guardian(s).

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    Natural Resource Careers In Wildlife

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    For high school juniors to university freshmen. Come to Sandhill Wildlife Area and the Mead Wildlife Area to learn from the Department of Natural Resources experts themselves. Mondays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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    Natural Resource Careers In Wildlife - Property Supervisor

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    Throughout the summer, high school juniors to university freshmen are invited to learn from DNR experts at Sandhill Wildlife Area and the Mead Wildlife Area.

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    Hike The Ice Age Trail

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    Join our naturalist at the ski hill overlook to hike a section of the Ice Age Trail.

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    Frogs, Tadpoles And Toads, Oh My!

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    Drop into Paradise Springs Nature Trail to learn about the tadpole lifecycle and catch some frogs too!

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