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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

  • Event

    Nature Storytime: Eagles

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    We will read Esther the Eaglet by Christie Gove-Berg and learn where Eagles go when they need help. Then, we will head outside to see if we can see an eagle in the park.

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    Nature Storytime - Butterflies

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    How are butterflies different from moths? What's the life cycle of a butterfly? Come explore with us as we learn about butterflies.

  • Event

    Work Play Earth Day

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    Help park staff get the South Campground ready for the upcoming season.

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    Nature Storytime - Seeds

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    How does a seed grow? What do plants need to live? We will talk about plants and how they grow, and each child will get to plant a potato to take home, and watch grow.

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    Nature Storytime - Squirrels

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    Squirrels make nests? Why do they make nests? Let's take a nature hike in search of squirrels and their nests.

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    Nature Storytime - Shadows

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    What makes a shadow? Let's find out how shadows are made with some flashlight fun!

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    Nature Storytime: Beavers

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    What is Buddy the Beaver up to as he explores his pond? What does he discover as he uses all his senses?

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    Nature Storytime: Box Turtles

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    Read a book about box turtles and participate in fun activities with volunteer Kathy Scharfenberg.

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    Nature Storytime: Snakes

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    Are snakes slimy? What do they eat? What are baby snakes like, and how do they grow? Let's explore the real truth about snakes.

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    Nature Storytime: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

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    Let's explore different ways to help the environment by reducing, reusing and recycling.

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