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    Learn To Fish: Dane County

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    Meet up with the Fishmobile in City of Madison Parks.

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    Finding Fireflies

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    Join our naturalist for an evening hike in search of lightning bugs and learn all about this unique species.

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    Storytime With Animals

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    Learn about what flies, slithers, hops and walks through nature with stories read by MacKenzie Center naturalists and explore the lives of animals in the wildlife area.

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    Reading the Skies: Cooler Near the Lake

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    Have you ever wondered what “cooler near the lake” really means? NOAA meteorologist Taylor Patterson will help us learn to "read the skies", to pick up clues from the clouds and wind to help us understand and be better prepared for upcoming weather…

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    Trail Stewardship Day

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    Help rangers clear woody vegetation along the mountain bike trails to maintain the system and improve user experience! Activities will include brush cutting and hauling; no experience is necessary.

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    Bird's The Word

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    Join Master Naturalist Bonnie Lunde as she takes you through the Harrington Beach State Park trails.

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    Nature Storytime

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    Meet the Naturalist down at the beach anytime between 1-3 p.m. to listen to some stories about the critters that live in the park. This is a great opportunity to sit and enjoy some time in the outdoors for an afternoon!

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    Lime Kiln Tour

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    Join Don Mikulic on a hike and learn about the importance of limestone (dolomite), lime manufacturing and its role within the Lake Winnebago region during the 1800-1900’s.

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    Brunch On The Beach

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    Join the Friends of Lakeshore State Park and the DNR for a relaxing brunch at Lakeshore’s Pebble Beach!

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    Music In The Park: Spiritual Currents And Drumming Circle

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    Blending his background in jazz with the sounds of Indigenous music, Ryan Meisel's presentation blurs the lines between performance, meditation and soulful exploration.

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