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Richard Bong State Recreation Area

Richard Bong State Recreation Area

Description

Once designated to be a jet fighter base, Richard Bong State Recreation Area is fittingly named after Major Richard I. Bong, a Poplar, WI native who was America's leading air ace during World War II. The air base was abandoned three days before concrete was to be poured for a 12,500-foot runway. Local citizens had the foresight to protect this open space for future generations.

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    Spring Crescent Moon Wreath

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    ​​​​​​​Start spring with a new wreath for your door or wall.

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    Live Snake Encounter

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    Learn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake, Mickey is fed a mouse!

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    Calligraphy Class

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    Learn the basics of calligraphy in this fun and unique class!

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    Live Snake Encounter  

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    Learn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake, Mickey is fed a mouse!

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    Knit & Crochet Clinic  

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    Get assistance in learning new stitches or techniques, solving a problem, and correcting mistakes!

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    Knee-High Naturalist

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    Why do birds go south for the winter, and when do they return?

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    Live Snake Encounter

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    Learn all about snakes and how they eat! Then watch as our education fox snake, Mickey, is fed a mouse!

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    Owl Prowl & Encounter

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    Meet in the Visitor Center Auditorium for a chance to view two beautiful owls up close and in person.

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    Return to Romance

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    Bring special someone who makes you feel loved and enjoy a winter hike, campfire, music and some tasty goodies!

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    Knee-High Naturalist

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    Discover what makes woodpeckers' skulls, beaks, tongues, feet and toes special!

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