Education
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Little Naturalists Program
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Help your littles discover a love for nature with our Little Naturalist Program. Join us as we uncover the natural world around us using literature, music, play and hands-on discovery. Best for ages 10 and under.
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Herb Hike
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Door County has a wealth of herbs that can be beneficial to your health and well-being. This walk will explore the herbs in our local environment. Learn how the plants that flourish in this climate can help you flourish as well.
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Leave No Trace Spotlight
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Peninsula State Park’s Spotlight is scheduled for June 8-10, when social, educational and outreach events will be held throughout Peninsula State Park with support from the Leave No Trace traveling team.
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Guided Hike To Oleson Cabin And Lime Kiln Trail
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Meet at Oleson Cabin to hike out to Lime Kiln Trail and learn more about the pioneers.
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State Symbol Scavenger Hunt
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See if you can spot 10 Wisconsin state symbols (and 10 Minnesota state symbols) hidden along the Skyline Trail. Grab a paper from the naturalist and see if you can name them all!
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Frog Finding
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Learn to recognize Wisconsin’s frog calls and see if you can catch some frogs to see them up close. Nets and supplies will be provided.
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Wisconsin Furbearers
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Pop into the nature center between 3 and 5 p.m. and learn about the different furbearers of Wisconsin. Learn fun facts about animals and come and see some real pelts!
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Makin’ Tracks Drop-In Program
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Stop by the Ottawa Lake Contact Station to learn more about animal tracks and identification.
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Camping 101
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Not sure how to pitch a tent? Stop by the Beach House to give it a try yourself and learn some simple camping tips.
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Great Wisconsin Bat Count
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Help our state bats by participating in this Citizen Science program.