Educational Programs
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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.
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Newport Wilderness Days: Forest Forensics, History Walk, Binocular/Telescope Use, Night Sky, Universe in the Park
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Join us for Newport Wilderness Days on Saturday Sept. 6 with the following activities: Forest Forensics, Newport History Walk, Do You See What I see? Binocular and Telescope Use 101, From Dark Sky to the Celestial River: Newport's Unique View of the…
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Universe in the Park
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The night skies are bursting with stars and planets. Join Jodie Kiyokawa for a 30 to 40-minute presentation about astronomy.
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Snakes Discovery
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Come learn about snakes with Snakes Discovery and even get the chance to hold one! No outside pets allowed as there will be live snakes present during the program.
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Winged Wonders
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Have you ever met an owl face to face? What about a hawk? A falcon? Meet some of Wisconsin's common, but rarely encountered birds.
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Snake, Rattle, and Roll
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Slither into the world of reptiles and amphibians. Watch a salamander eat, debunk turtle myths, and more during this engaging program!