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Interstate State Park

Interstate State Park

Description

Interstate is Wisconsin's oldest state park, established in 1900. Located along the picturesque St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, the park provides scenic views of the river and the steep-sided gorge known as the Dalles of the St. Croix. The Ice Age Interpretive Center features a film, photographs, murals and information.

Location

 Directions

  45.395413, -92.649259

County: Polk

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    Nature Storytime: Mollusks

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    Have you ever wondered who used to live in the shell you found? We will explore this interesting group of animals that includes snails, clams and oysters.

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    Nature Storytime: Mollusks

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    Have you ever wondered who used to live in the shell you found? We will explore this exciting animal group, including snails, clams and oysters.

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    All About Wisconsin Turtles

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    Visit the Ice Age Center between 1 and 3 p.m. to learn about Wisconsin’s 11 turtle species!

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    What's Bugging the Trees?

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    Stop by the trailhead for the Pothole Trail and learn about the invasive species killing ash trees in the park: emerald ash borer.

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    Damsels And Dragons

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    Learn about the amazing world of damselflies and dragonflies, from predators of the water to fast fliers of the sky

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    Pothole Trail Guided Hike

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    Join the naturalist on a hike back in time to learn about Interstate's fantastic geology!

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    Bird Hike

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    Start your weekend right with an early morning bird hike led by Robin Maercklein, an expert at imitating bird calls.

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    Take A Hike!

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    Walk down the Summit Rock Trail and enjoy the view of the Dalles of the St. Croix.

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    Nature Storytime: Frogs

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    Why do frogs lose their tails? We will explore how a tadpole turns into a frog.

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    Mother's Day Crafts

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    Join volunteers Art and Sandy Anderson for a short craft to appreciate the special mothers in your lives.

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