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    Pothole Trail Guided Hike

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    Join the naturalist on a hike back in time to learn about the geology of Interstate and how the unique terrain and characteristics of the St. Croix Valley came to be.

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    History Hike

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    Take a walk on Pulpit Rock trail with the naturalist to travel back in time to explore the rich history of the private family cottages that populated the park years ago.

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    The Mystery of Treasure Cave

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    How did Treasure Cave get its name and where has the treasure gone? Was there ever a treasure to begin with? Join our naturalist for a short talk about the history and mystery of Wyalusing’s Treasure Cave. A short hike to the cave will follow for…

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    The Mound Builders

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    Learn about the history of the mound-building cultures and the mounds within the park.

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    Places of the Park: Sentinel Trail

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    Join the naturalist for an easy hike along the Sentinel Trail to learn about the park's trees.

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    The Mystery of Treasure Cave

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    How did Treasure Cave get its name and where has the treasure gone? Was there ever a treasure to begin with? Join our naturalist for a short talk about the history and mystery of Wyalusing’s Treasure Cave. A short hike to the cave will follow for…

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    The Mound Builders

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    Learn about the history of the mound-building cultures and the mounds within the park.

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    Smokey Bear's 81st Birthday Celebration

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    Join the 81st birthday celebration for Smokey Bear and his timeless message of wildfire prevention. Enjoy free birthday cake (while supplies last), crafts, stories, campfire safety demonstration and plenty of opportunities to take pictures with…

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    The History of Rock Island

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    Rock Island’s rich history started long ago, many years before it became a state park. Join Brian Grube, Park manager of both Newport and Rock Island state parks, as he shares Rock Island’s amazing story including indigenous peoples, European…

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    Historical Traces Trek

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    Join Dave Lea, who has been exploring the park since the 1970s, on an exciting, off-trail adventure finding the park’s historic sites.

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