Educational Programs
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Natural Resource Careers In Wildlife - Wildlife Biologist
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Throughout the summer, high school juniors to university freshmen are invited to learn from DNR experts at Sandhill Wildlife Area and the Mead Wildlife Area.
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Incredible Edibles Drop-in Program At Scuppernong Hiking Trail
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Drop by to Scuppernong Hiking Trail to learn more about edible plants.
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Water Critters
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Find out about the little (and little-known) animals that live in our lakes and ponds—and spot real live animals! Stop by the fishing pier on Lake O’ the Dalles.
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Naturalist Cabin Open
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Stop by the naturalist cabin (adjacent to the main parking area), explore the nature center, visit with the park naturalist and participate in the activity of the day. Fun for all ages!
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Hike with the Superintendent
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Join the Pike Lake Superintendent Elias Wilson for a 1-mile scenic hike on the Black Forest Nature Trail.
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Nature Bytes
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The naturalist will share cool phone/tablet apps that enhance your outdoor adventures, discoveries and experiences.
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Shoreline, Ships And Shipwrecks Hike
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Meet our naturalist at the nature center for a 1 ½ mile hike along the shore that will discuss Door County’s history on the water.
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Wildlife in Need
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The Wildlife in Need Center is a non-profit wildlife rehabilitation facility located in Oconomowoc. This event will feature live educational animals to learn about their unique qualities, how they fit into the WI ecosystem, how the rehabilitation…
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Silverbrook History Hike!
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Learn about the hidden history of the Silverbrook area and the former Silverbrook Mansion, from a wannabe mining baron to ski resort to NAACP meeting site.