Outdoor Skills
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Foraging Hike
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Berries, vegetables, and tubers! Many of the plants that grow in our forest are edible and have medicinal uses.
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Mushroom Identification Hike
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Join the Pike Lake Unit Biologist, a mushroom enthusiast, for a romp off trail to discover some of the hidden wonders of the forest. Expect a moderate to challenging hike with uneven terrain and obstacles. Long pants and bug spray are recommended.
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Trail Camera Setup and Summer Scouting for Deer (Oneida County)
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Get boots on the ground and learn how to scout smarter and place trail cameras effectively!
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Freshwater Critters
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Discover the joy of fishing in this simple, hands-on beginner program for all ages!
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All Tied Up In Knots
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There is a knot for every kind of job. Learn how to tie basic knots that can help you in your everyday life. Then put your skills to the test with a knot tying craft that you can take home!
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Smokey Bear's Birthday
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Come meet Smokey Bear and wish him a bear-y happy 82nd birthday! We will share his timeless message of fire safety and land stewardship. Enjoy birthday cake (while supplies last), crafts, stories and campfire safety demonstration.
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Getting Knotty
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Try your hand at a few basic knots and see how quickly you can get the hang of them. Ropes and practice stations will be ready for anyone feeling a little knotty.
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Intro to Orienteering
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Learn to find your way in the great outdoors! In this beginner-friendly program, participants will be introduced to the basics of orienteering, including how to use a compass and navigate through the landscape with confidence.
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Scavenger Hunts!
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Come to the park this Friday for a scavenger hunt around the park! Touch every trail, climb to the top of the tower, and find treasure! There will be 2 hunts, a gentle 1.75 mile hunt starting at the Nature Center, and a 10 mile round-trip bike ride…
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Knot Tying 101
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Learn the basics of knot tying and discover how these handy skills can help around the campsite and during outdoor adventures. Drop in outside the Boathouse to practice your knots and create a fun take-home craft!