Nature Study
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Fall Equinox Hike
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Join us for a walk through Lakeshore to observe the waning summer foliage and embrace the newly forming fall colors!
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Forest Bathing
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"Shinrin-yoku" or forest bathing can be described as absorbing the forest environment.
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Urban Critters: Coyote
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To better understand these animals, our educator will present coyote biology, behavior, safety precautions to minimize contact, and actions to take if an encounter occurs
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Pop-Up Nature: Soil Fun
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Stop by any time between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to learn about the meanings of different soil colors and even try painting or coloring with soil. Discover the significance of soil textures as you rub soil samples between your fingers. Explore the…
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Live Snake Encounter
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Learn all about snakes and watch as our education snake Mickey is fed a mouse.
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Discover the Willow!
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Join the naturalist on a 6-mile round trip hike and discover some of the most beautiful sights at Willow River State Park.
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Woodland Walk
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Hike the Woodland Dunes Trail with Master Naturalist Karen Merlau and learn about the different types of trees, how to identify them, how they grow and how to tell their age. Bring insect repellent, a bottle of water and wear comfortable shoes for…