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    Astonishing Amphibians

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    Let’s hop to it! Learn about amphibians, their anatomy, and the unique sounds that set them apart! Then grab a dip net to search for tadpoles/frogs, and meet our salamander ambassador.

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    Naturalist-Led Hike

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    Join the naturalist for this guided hike to learn more about Devil’s Lake.

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    Discovery Bird Walk

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    Meet master naturalists Janet and Andy Raddatz to observe birds and nature in the park.

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    OutWiGo! Prairie Promenade Hike

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    Join Park Naturalist Joe for a quick-paced hike connecting all of the park’s prairies.

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    Nature Trivia Night

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    Bring your family or friends to the Peterson Shelter to compete in our nature trivia contest.

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    Campfire Stories - Magnificent Moths

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    Gather the family and spend some time together around the campfire as we share stories at the Horicon Marsh. Each month we will have a different topic that we explore through books, crafts and adventure. We will finish the night with a sweet treat…

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    Silky Spiders

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    Are spiders insects? Do they help or harm us? What are the victims of a spider’s web? Learn about spiders, then, catch and identify them.

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    Amazing Arthropods

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    What makes an insect and insect? How are they good when they make me itch? Dive into our collection of insects to learn more and then grab a net to see what we can catch!

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    Scavenger Hunt Hike

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    The H.H. Bennett Studio is turning 150, and the Crandall Pine Forest is turning 100! Come and join us at the forest to celebrate these historic events.

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    Scavenger Hunt Hike

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    What can you find hidden in plain sight at Mirror Lake? Find out for yourself.

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