Educational Programs
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Natural Resource Careers In Wildlife - Wildlife Educator
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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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Universe In The Park
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Join guest astronomers from UW-Madison for a presentation on astronomy. We’ll start with a PowerPoint presentation at the shelter building then look to the heavens through a high powered telescope and experience stars, planets and galaxies. No…
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Great Wisconsin Bat Count
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Help us learn more about Peninsula State Park's bats by participating in this community science opportunity! This state-wide survey is an important tool to help monitor the number of bats that have been affected by White Nose Syndrome, a white…
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Wisconsin: The Beaver State?
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Stop in the Ice Age Interpretive Center to learn about the beaver’s important role in Wisconsin history and see real beaver pelts.
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Fishing Clinic
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Come learn how to fish with the Lakeshore State Park staff! Supplies and instruction will be available for those attending, and no license is required for children 15 and under. No experience is needed, all are welcome!
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Incredible Edibles
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Drop into the Scuppernong hiking trails to learn more about the edible plants of Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit.
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Drop-In at the Naturalist Cabin
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Stop by the naturalist cabin (adjacent to the main parking area) to explore the nature center, visit the park naturalist and participate in the activity of the day.
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Ecological Scavenger Hunt and games
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Meet at the nature center and join our naturalist on a ½ mile walk and ecological scavenger hunt through the ancient shorelines trail, followed by games.
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French Voyagers Encampment
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Come take a trip back in time with an inside look at the life of a voyager in the 17th century.
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Beaks and Talons
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This event focuses on birds of prey, their special adaptations, habitats, their important role in the food chain and much more!