Educational Programs
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Dutch Oven Cooking
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With 30 years of experience under their belts, Pat and Mike Ward have a wealth of information to share about the how-tos of Dutch oven cooking whether it be for your next camping trip or backyard cookout.
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Learn to Cook Venison (Milwaukee County)
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Learn how to turn your venison into a delicious meal!
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Let’s Talk Trees!
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Join Donna Danielson as she leads this fascinating talk about WI trees. A retired arborist and educator, Donna will talk about the various tree species of Wisconsin and help you see them in a whole new way. Meet at the Sugarbush Trail, Lot 4.
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K-9 Search & Rescue
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Join human and K-9 members of Great Lakes Search & Rescue to learn how their specially trained dogs assist in locating missing persons and recovering evidence.
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Wildlife in your Backyard
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Part comedian, part naturalist and part scientist, David Stokes brings you in close with reptiles and amphibians.
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Take a Hike
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Take a hike along the scenic, one mile Lake O’ the Dalles Trail loop. This family friendly excursion offers a opportunity to spot local wildlife, including beavers, bald eagles, and deer. The Park Naturalist will be wandering the trail answering any…
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Outstanding Owls
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Join us to learn all about the magnificent owls native to Wisconsin! Discover the unique adaptations of the 7 local owl species and enjoy a fun, family friendly craft. This program welcomes visitors of all ages!
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Youth Fishing Clinic
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Always wanted to fish but not sure where to start? Come on down to Lakeshore State Park’s fishing pier for our public fishing clinic!
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Habitat Toss
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What different habitats can you find is Wisconsin and what lives there? See if you can correctly place plants and animals into their correct habitats. Drop in at the beach from 10 - Noon to test your skills with this fun game.
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Raptor 101
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Join Abbey and Joe Krumrie from River Valley Raptors for an interactive program with live raptors. Find out about the unique features of each and how they have adapted to survive. Meet at the Interpretive Center.