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    Fungi Frolic

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    Come “frolic” through the MacKenzie Center and see what is growing! Search with naturalists and ID while celebrating the odd but wonderful world of fungi!

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    Mushroom Identification Workshop

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    Join the Sandhill and Mead Wildlife Area education teams to engage in a weekend mushroom experience at Sandhill Wildlife Area!

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    The Enduring Hops of Hartman Creek

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    We’ll explore the culture of hops and how farmers from New York flocked to the area in and around Hartman Creek to establish one of the most productive hops-growing regions in the United States.

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    Prairie Wildflower and Seed Collection

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    Learn about prairie plants and collect seeds!

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    Tree ID Hike!

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    Join the naturalist on a 1½ mile hike and learn how to identify several different kinds of trees using a dichotomous key and discover how each one benefits us, the wildlife, and the environment around us. 

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    Fungi Frolic

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    Have you been noticing more fungi around? Now is your chance to learn about the mushrooms that are popping out of the ground at MacKenzie!

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    Take and Make—Tea Time!

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    Join Lakeshore’s naturalist on a foraging adventure to discover what herbals Lakeshore offers and their benefits, and learn how to brew your finds at home.

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    Make and Toss Seed Bombs

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    Native wildflowers and grasses benefit our community in many ways! Come learn how native plants help people and the environment.

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    Wildflower Festival

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    Presented by the Friends of Lakeshore State Park, this event will include local musicians, artists and creators as well as food trucks and activities for youths and the general public.

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    Make and Take Flavored Lemonade

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    Discover the wild flavors of Lakeshore State Park’s edible flowers!

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