Educational Programs
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Story Time With Animals
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Learn about what flies, slithers, hops and walks through nature stories read aloud by MacKenzie naturalists and explore the lives of the animals in our wildlife area.
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Universe In The Park
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Learn about the night sky from a UW-Madison Graduate Student. Then, see the moon and other objects close up through a telescope.
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Starsplitters
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Learn about the night sky and then view celestial objects through our telescopes.
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Universe In The Park
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Learn more about astronomy and (on a clear night) look through a telescope at the stars.
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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. Learn about each bird's unique features and how it has adapted to survive.
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Prairie and Woodland Restoration
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This program describes a 7-year effort to heal the land by restoring 25 acres of native prairie and 13 acres of woodland. Attendees will go on a hike and explore restored prairies at Merrick.
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Meet The Ranger
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Visit with a Park Ranger to learn about the daily operations involved with running a state park. Meet at the campground amphitheater.
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Critter Corner – Fox
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Check out the spectacular world of foxes. Join the naturalist for hands-on activities and fun.
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Learn to Fly Fish
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Spend some time with us at Long Lake Fishing Pier and learn the basics of fly fishing. After the program, see what’s biting.