Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit
Public Programs
May – Labor Day 2010


Link: Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit



Turtle Magic Nature Storytime
August 20, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Friday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Now you see them, now you don't! Turtles have a lot of tricks up their shells. Come uncover some of their tricks for yourself. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 year olds with accompanying adults.

Alien Attack Drop In at the Beach
August 21, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
August 22, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
We're being invaded not by outer space aliens but by alien plants and animals. Uncover what foreign species are taking over our native communities and what can be done to help control their spread. You will have a chance to make several unique crafts including a smashed-plant bandanna. Bring your own bandanna or purchase one that day for a small fee. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Wisconsin Butterflies
August 21, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Fluttering by on colorful scaled wings, butterflies brighten a summer day. Susan Borkin from the Milwaukee Public Museum will share what butterflies call Wisconsin home, how to identify their families and when and where to find them. This program is best for people over 8 years old.

Explore the Red Oaks of Greenbush Outdoor Adventure
August 26, 6:30 - 8:00 pm (Thursday)
Greenbush Kettle Parking Lot (located off Kettle Moraine Drive between Hwy 67 and Hwy T near
Greenbush)
Take an adventure through the Red Oak Habitat Protection Area and Red Oak State Natural Area. Learn how this special forest is being managed and explore the area for its unique resident plants and animals. We will meet at the Greenbush Kettle Parking Lot and then car pool to the Red Oaks State Natural Area. This program is most appropriate for adults and youth over 12 years old.

Sssssnakes Drop In at the Beach
August 28, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
August 29, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Slithering across the ground with their tongues flicking, snakes arouse our curiosity or sometimes our fears. Uncover some truly astonishing facts about these legless reptiles and the habitats where they live to gain an appreciation of their role in nature. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Family Concert with Ken Lonnquist
August 28, 6:30 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Picnic Shelter (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Join Ken Lonnquist for a wonderfully entertaining evening of music and merriment. Ken is a musician for all ages who is sure to delight the entire family. This is an outdoor concert so remember to bring your lawn chairs and blankets. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Ice Age Visitor Center.

The Chirping Choir Nature Storytime
September 3, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Friday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
"Chrrrp, chrrrp." "Katydid, katydidn't!" Who are the members of this evening choir? Listen and learn about crickets and their noisy relatives. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 year olds with accompanying adults.

Step into the Night Hike
September 3, 8:00 - 9:30 pm (Friday)
Zillmer Trailhead (located off Hwy SS between Hwy 67 and Hwy G)
As the sun sets and the light fades from the sky, the day animals retire and a new group of animals awakens. We will explore the darkening world listening intently for all those night sounds. Bring your bug spray and sense of adventure. The night hikes are best for families/groups with children over the age of 5 years.

Creatures of the Night Drop In at the Beach
September 4, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
September 5, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
Uncover what animals are awake while we sleep at night and how they are adapted to survive under the cloak of darkness. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Jupiter and Its Moons
September 4, 7:30 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Join Kevin Koski, a NASA Solar System Ambassador, as he shares some of the incredible discoveries that have been made about Jupiter and its many moons. This program is best for people over the age of 8 years old.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Summer Star Gazing
September 4, 8:45 - 10:45 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Look through a telescope or binoculars to bring into focus the wonders of the night sky. With the help of experienced night sky observers from the Northern Cross Science Foundation, spy distant planets, dumb-bell nebulas, globular clusters and so much more. The program will be held only with clear skies. This program is best for people over 8 years old.

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Previous Programs:
Slither by Snake Nature Storytime
May 7, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Friday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
With a fast flicking tongue and no legs, a snake quickly slithers by. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of snakes. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 year olds with accompanying adults.

Welcome Back Birds Exploring Nature Program
May 8, 9:30 - 11:00 am (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
On warm southerly winds of spring come the thousands of returning birds. Learn where they spent the winter and where they are headed for the summer. You'll even gain a few tips on how to identify these winged travelers. Remember to bring your binoculars. This program is best for families/groups with children ages 6 to 12 years.

An Evening with Nature
Kayak Connections
May 13, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Thursday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Have you ever wanted to try kayaking, but were not sure how to get started? Then this program is a must for you! Tom Koeppen and friends from the Northeast Wisconsin Paddlers will introduce you to the sport of kayaking. They will cover what gear and skills are needed, where to go kayaking and how to connect with classes and kayaking groups. This program is most appropriate for adults and youth over the age of 10 years.

Wildflower Walk Exploring Nature Program
May 15, 9:30 - 11:00 am (Saturday)
Parnell Tower Parking Lot (located off Hwy U between Hwy 67 and Hwy A)
Join us as we stroll down a forest trail in search of beautiful spring wildflowers. We’ll spend time identifying them and sharing some of their lore. From the Parnell Tower Parking Lot, we will car pool to a nearby trail where the flowers are blooming. This program is best for families/groups with children ages 6 to 12 years.

Wild Backyard Neighbors Nature Storytime
May 21, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Friday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Leaping squirrels, feeding birds and marching ants are just a few of the wild animals that call your backyard home. Discover what other critters may be happy to share your yard with you. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 year olds with accompanying adults.

The 12 Hours of Northern Kettles Mountain Biking Challenge
May 22, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm (Saturday)
Greenbush Trails (located off Kettle Moraine Drive between Hwy T and Hwy 67 near Greenbush)
Discover the challenge and camaraderie of endurance mountain biking on the Greenbush Trails. There will be solo classes and team relays that can compete in 12-hour, 6-hour, or 3-hour challenges. This is part of the Wisconsin Endurance Mountain Bike Series (WEMS). Funds raised at this event are used to develop new trails and/or maintain the trails already in use. For complete details, go to www.wemseries.com.

Ice Age at the Beach Exploring Nature Program
May 22, 9:30 - 11:00 am (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
The glaciers have returned to Mauthe Lake! Discover how the glaciers created kames, eskers, kettles, and moraines through some fun hands-on activities. Be prepared to get a little wet. This program is best for families/groups with children ages 6 to 12 years.

Step into the Night Hike
May 28, 8:30 - 10:00 pm (Friday)
Zillmer Trailhead (located off Hwy SS between Hwy 67 and Hwy G near New Prospect)
As the sun sets and the light fades from the sky, the day animals retire and a new group of animals awakens. We will use all our senses to explore the world of the crepuscular (active at dusk and dawn) and nocturnal (active at night) animals. Bring your bug spray and sense of adventure. The night hikes are best for families/groups with children over the age of 5 years.

Extreme Saturday Mornings
Saturdays from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day
10:00 - 11:00 am
Picnic Shelters at Mauthe Lake Recreation Area (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New
Prospect) and Long Lake Recreation Area (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
Calling all youth to explore the extremes of nature by participating in the Wisconsin Explorers program! The program involves completing a required number of activities in one of three age appropriate books (ages 3-5; ages 6-8; and ages 9+) to earn a very cool patch. Get some expert help from a naturalist who will work with youth on activities from one of the first four topic areas of the books.

Hurray for Herps Drop In at the Beach
May 29, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Many snakes, turtles, frogs, toads and salamanders make Wisconsin their home. Meet a few of these wondrous creatures up close and learn about some their unique adaptations. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Duo Lives of Amphibians
May 29, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Wisconsin amphibians are truly remarkable group of animals splitting their lives between the water and the land. With Randy Hetzel, naturalist, discover the intriguing life cycle of frogs, toads and salamanders and what hazards they face. You will have an opportunity to meet many live animals. This program is for people over 8 years old.

Tree Art Drop In at the Beach
May 30, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
Come celebrate the wonders of the forest by creating some tree art. We will be doing leaf printing, nut stamping, leaf rubbings and more. For leaf printing bring a T-shirt or bandanna or purchase one that day. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.


Fish Tales Nature Storytime
June 4, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Friday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Swim on over for some fun-filled fish activities. We'll even share a fish tale or two. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 year olds with accompanying adults.

Step into the Night Hike
June 4, 8:30 - 10:00 pm (Friday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Picnic Shelter (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
As the sun sets and the light fades from the sky, the day animals retire and a new group of animals awakens. We will explore the darkening world for those night-flying bats. Bring your bug spray and sense of adventure. The night hikes are best for families/groups with children over the age of 5 years.

Free Fishing Weekend
June 5 and 6 (Saturday and Sunday)
Enjoy a weekend of fishing on Wisconsin lakes and streams. No fishing license is required this weekend.

National Trails Day
June 5 (Saturday)
On this Saturday no trail passes are required for Wisconsin State Park System properties to mountain bike, horseback ride or bike the Rails-to-Trails trails.

Learn to Fish Rodeo Drop In at the Beach
June 5, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Long Lake Recreation Area Fishing Pier (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
Let the fishing fun begin! The rodeo includes Backyard Bass Casting, Fill the Tackle box, Fishing Regulations Quiz, Avoiding Hazards, Just Not Knots, What’s that Fish? and Baiting your Hook. After completing the rodeo, experienced anglers on the fishing pier will help hone your newly acquired skills. Special surprises and prizes await all who participate. Bring your own gear or fishing gear will be provided for those who need it. The rodeo is best for people over the age of 6 years old.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Tips on Wildlife Photography
June 5, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Dr. Jack Bartholmai will provide some tips on capturing wildlife images. He’ll focus on techniques to get close to wildlife and to improve the composition of your pictures. The presentation is tailored to beginning and intermediate photographers. This program is best for people over 10 years old.

Wisconsin State Park System Open House
June 6 (Sunday)
Admission is free to all properties in the Wisconsin State Park System. Come enjoy a day in the parks and forests.

Lake-2-Lake 10K Trail Run/Hike
Family Fun Walk Around Mauthe Lake
June 6, start time 10:00 am (Sunday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Join us for the second annual Lake-2-Lake 10K Trail Run/Hike being held on the Lake-to-Lake bike trail between Long Lake and Mauthe Lake. There is also the 2-mile Family Fun Walk Around Mauthe Lake traversing the Tamarack Trail. The run/hike and walk start at 10:00 am. Registration is from 8:00 to 9:30 am. Cost of the run/hike is $20/person until May 7, $25/person between May 8 and May 21, and $28/person after May 21. The Family Fun Walk fee is $12/person or $40/family. The fee includes an event T-shirt (if registered by May 21), a goodie bag and light snacks. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Kettle Moraine, the Long Lake Preservation Association and the Dundee Long Lake Lions Club. For more information and registration forms go to www.longlakepreservation.org/lake2lake10k; email: lake2lake10k@gmail.com; or call (920) 533-8322

Spring Nature Fest
June 6, 10:30 am - 2:30 pm (Sunday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Journey out on Wisconsin’s State Park System Open House Day to the Spring Nature Fest. There will be something for all ages at four different activity stations. Learn about our fascinating fish, take flight with the birds of a feather, defend against the alien attack and create your own nature print design. Bring your own T-shirt or bandanna or purchase one that day.

Rare Blooms: Orchids Outdoor Adventure
June 10, 6:30 - 8:00 pm (Thursday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Orchids are plant treasures of the Kettle Moraine. Discover where they grow and how we can protect them. Don't forget your cameras. We will meet at the Ice Age Visitor Center and then car pool to a site or two where the orchids are blooming. This program is most appropriate for adults and youth over 12 years old.

Learn to Fly Fish Exploring Nature Program
June 12, 9:30 am - 12:00 noon (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Picnic Shelter (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Do you marvel at those fly fishing anglers, but can’t quite figure out how they do it? Come to Mauthe Lake to learn from an experienced fly fisher the correct way to use fly fishing gear and tackle to catch a whole variety of fish. Bring your own gear, if you have some. A limited number of rods and reels will be available for participants’ use. Class size is limited to ten people. To register, call the Ice Age Visitor Center at (920) 533-8322 by June 10. People over the age of 16 need to have a valid Wisconsin fishing license to fish. This program is best for people over the age of 10 years.

Creatures of the Night Drop In at the Beach
June 12, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
June 13, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
Uncover what animals are awake while we sleep at night and how they are adapted to survive under the cloak of darkness. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
A Visit from Backwoods Buttercup
June 12, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Snarling and growling his way out of the deep woods, Backwoods Buttercup (a.k.a. Mike Maher) comes to share his stories, myths and legends about the workings of nature. He may not be the most “refined” gentleman, but his rough and tumble manner will surely be entertaining and enlightening. The program is best for those over 6 years old.

When I Grow Up Nature Storytime
June 18, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Friday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
We know what babies look like when they grow up. But what do goslings, fawns and polliwogs become when they grow up? Join us as we uncover the answer to that question and more. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 year olds with accompanying adults.

"Tree"mendous Trees Drop In at the Beach
June 19, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
June 20, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Stop in to find out how the "tree"mendous trees touch almost all parts of our lives. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Twilight Paddle
June 19, 6:30 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Boat Launch (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Join us for an evening canoe trip around Mauthe Lake and up the Milwaukee River. As we paddle, we will keep our eyes and ears open for evening birds and other wildlife. To register, call the Ice Age Visitor Center at (920) 533-8322 by June 17. Class limit is 24 to 30 people without canoe equipment. Basic canoe skills will be covered. No experience is necessary. In the event of threatening weather, the program will be canceled. This program is best for people over the age of 8 years old.

Canoe Adventure
June 24, 6:30 - 8:30 pm (Thursday)
Crooked Lake Boat Launch
(located off Hwy SS east of Hwy GGG near New Prospect)
Venture with us by canoe around Crooked Lake. Get a close look at the natural communities within and surrounding the lake. Basic canoe skills will be covered. To register, call the Ice Age Visitor Center at (920) 533-8322 by June 22. Class limit is 24 to 30 people without canoe equipment. No experience is necessary. In the event of threatening weather, the program will be canceled. This program is most appropriate for adults and youth over 12 years old.

Alien Attack Drop In at the Beach
June 26, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
June 27, 12:00 - 1:00 pm (Sunday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
We're being invaded not by outer space aliens but by alien plants and animals. Uncover what foreign species are taking over our native communities and what can be done to help control their spread. You will have a chance to make several unique crafts including a smashed-plant bandanna. Bring your own bandanna or purchase one that day for a small fee. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Wolves of Wisconsin
June 26, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Wisconsin has been a historic home for gray wolves. With Emily and Larry Scheunemann of Timber Wolf Alliance, come delve into the amazing lives these incredible animals lead. Learn how they are recovering after being extirpated from the state and what the next steps will be in sustaining a healthy population of gray wolves in the Great Lakes region. This program is best for people over the age of 8 years old.

Twinkle, Twinkle Little Bug Nature Storytime
July 2, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Friday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Look out your window on a summer evening and you may see twinkling lights floating around your yard. It may seem like magic, but they’re fireflies! Find out how fireflies glow and why they do it. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 year olds with accompanying adults.

Step into the Night Hike
July 2, 8:30 - 10:00 pm (Friday)
Zillmer Trails (located off Hwy SS between Hwy G and Hwy 67 near New Prospect)
As the sun sets and the light fades from the sky, the day animals retire and a new group of animals awakens. We will explore the darkening world in particular for nocturnal insects. Bring your bug spray and sense of adventure. The night hikes are best for families/groups with children over the age of 5 years.

Sssssnakes Drop In at the Beach
July 3, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
July 4, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Slithering across the ground with their tongues flicking, snakes arouse our curiosity or sometimes our fears. Uncover some truly astonishing facts about these legless reptiles and the habitats where they live to gain an appreciation of their role in nature. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Events
Earth, Music. . . Magic Family Concert with Bill Kehl
July 3, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Picnic Shelter (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Learning about the wonders of the natural world... Listening to the simple beauty of primitive musical instruments... It's a magical combination that just might leave you a bit more in awe of this magnificent universe and the beautiful planet which we all share together and call our home! This is an outside concert, so remember to bring your blankets and lawn chairs. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Ice Age Visitor Center. This concert is great for all ages.

Birding by Ear Outdoor Adventure
July 8, 6:30 - 8:00 pm (Thursday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee) and other Forest Locations
"Konk-la-ree!" What bird said that? We'll traverse the fields and forests to find just what birds are singing. Tricks and tips to identifying birds by their songs and calls will be shared. We will start at the Ice Age Visitor Center and then car pool to several different sites within the forest. This program is most appropriate for adults and youth over 12 years old.

Birds of Prey Drop In at the Beach
July 10, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
July 11, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
We marvel at hawks, owls, eagles and falcons soaring overhead. Find out what adaptations make these birds such efficient sky hunters. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Ecology and Identification of Dragonflies and Damselflies
July 10, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Dragonflies and damselflies are true flying gems of summer. Find out about their amazing life cycles and how to identify some of the more common families. Bob DuBois, a researcher with the Wis. Dept. of Natural Resources, will also cover how to become involved with the dragonfly citizen monitoring program. These programs are best for people over 8 years old.

Rainy Day Rainbows Nature Storytime
July 16, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Friday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Have you ever seen a rainbow and wondered how it got there? We'll learn the colors of the rainbow and discover how nature creates this beautiful arch of color. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 year olds with accompanying adults.

Learn to Kayak Exploring Nature Programs
July 17 (Saturday)
9:30 am - 12:00 pm OR 1:00 - 3:30 pm
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Boat Launch (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
This is the perfect program for people who have never kayaked and would like to learn. Join Jen Sazama, an American Canoe Association instructor, to learn the tricks and fun of kayaking. We will kayak around Mauthe Lake and up the Milwaukee River. To register, call the Ice Age Visitor Center at (920) 533-8322 by July 15. Class limit is 8 people without equipment for each session. No experience is necessary. The program is best for people over the age of 10 years. In the event of threatening weather, the program will be canceled.

Learn to Fish Rodeo Drop In at the Beach
July 17, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Fishing Pier (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Let the fishing fun begin! The rodeo includes Backyard Bass Casting, Fill the Tackle box, Fishing Regulations Quiz, Avoiding Hazards, Just Not Knots, What’s that Fish? and Baiting your Hook. After completing the rodeo, experienced anglers on the fishing pier will help hone your newly acquired skills. Special surprises and prizes await all who participate. Bring your own gear or fishing gear will be provided for those who need it. The rodeo is best for people over the age of 6 years old. Anyone over 16 years old need a valid fishing license to fish.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Fishing for Laughs
July 17, 7:00 - 8:00 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Bring the entire family to this fishing comedy show by the Bassmeister (a.k.a. Curt Strutz). It will not only be informative in basic fishing skills & water safety, but will entertain everyone with audience participation, ventriloquism, clean humor, puppetry, illusions and hilarious visual props. This evening of fun is for all ages.

Nature Puzzlers Drop In at the Beach
July 18, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
How good are you at solving mysteries? Try your skill at solving puzzles and mysteries about the world of nature. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Biking through Habitats Outdoor Adventure
July 22, 6:30 - 8:30 pm (Thursday)
Lake-to-Lake Bike Trail
Hop on your bicycle to peddle at a leisurely pace along the Lake-to-Lake Bike Trail between the Mauthe Lake and Long Lake Recreation Areas. As we peddle we will investigate the natural habitats traversed by the trail. This is about an eight mile round trip. You need to provide your own bicycle, helmet and other bicycling gear. In the event of severe weather, the program will be canceled. Meet at the Mauthe Lake Pet Picnic Area Parking Lot (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect). This program is most appropriate for adults and youth over 12 years old.

"Tree"mendous Trees Drop In at the Beach
July 24, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
July 25, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
Stop in to find out how the "tree"mendous trees touch almost all parts of our lives. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Outdoor Survival
July 24, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Become skilled at some easy techniques to help you survive in the outdoors. Jackie Scharfenberg, forest naturalist, will cover hike preparations, simple shelters, water collection, fire building and rescue aids. This program is best for people over 8 years old.

Outdoor Cooking Drop In at the Beach
July 31, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Long Lake Recreation Area North Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
August 1, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Brush up on your outdoor cooking skills or learn a new technique. The naturalists will be baking cakes, toasting pudgy pies, and whipping up some other tasty treats. Come surprised at how easy cooking in the outdoors can be. We'll also cover fire building/safety. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Alternative Lifestyles: Plants that Eat Animals
July 31, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
Sundews, pitcher plants and bladder worts capture insect prey to help them survive in nutrient-poor soils. Dr. Erica Young’s (asst. professor, Dept. of Biological Sciences at UW-Milwaukee) presentation will cover their incredible natural history and amazing ecology. She will also share what current research is being conducted on this charismatic group of carnivorous plants. This program is best for people over 8 years old.

Beautiful Butterflies Nature Storytime
August 6, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Friday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
You are invited to join our play as we act out the amazing life cycle of butterflies. Afterwards, we'll head outside in search of these beautiful insects. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6 year olds with accompanying adults.

Step into the Night Hike
August 6, 8:30 - 10:00 pm (Friday)
Long Lake Recreation Area Picnic Shelter (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
As the sun sets and the light fades from the sky, the day animals retire and a new group of animals awakens. We will explore the darkening world listening intently for all those night sounds. Bring your bug spray and sense of adventure. The night hikes are best for families/groups with children over the age of 5 years.

Birds of Prey Drop In at the Beach
August 7, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
August 8, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
We marvel at hawks, owls, eagles and falcons soaring overhead. Find out what adaptations make these birds such efficient sky hunters. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Searching for Hidden Treasures: Geocaching
August 7, 6:30 - 8:45 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
With the help of the Wisconsin Geocaching Association learn how to use a hand-held GPS device and compass, and how to read a topographic map. Then try your new skills as you search for hidden treasures at selected geocache locations. This program is best for people over 10 years old.

Climb a Kame Outdoor Adventure
August 12, 6:30 - 8:00 pm (Thursday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee) and Dundee Mountain
After the glaciers melted away, they left behind a very distinctive landscape. Join us as we climb Dundee Mountain to gain a better understanding of how the glaciers created kames, eskers, moraines, kettles and outwash plains. The trail is one and half miles long and it does require hiking up and down a steep hill. We will meet at the Ice Age Visitor Center and then car pool the three miles to the Summit Trail on Dundee Mountain. This program is most appropriate for adults and youth over 12 years old.

Tree Art Drop In at the Beach
August 14, 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Saturday)
Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach (located off Division Road north of Hwy F near Dundee)
August 15, 12:00 - 3:00 pm (Sunday)
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Beach (located off Hwy GGG south of Hwy SS near New Prospect)
Come celebrate the wonders of the forest by creating some tree art. We will be doing leaf printing, nut stamping, leaf rubbings and more. For leaf printing bring a T-shirt or bandanna or purchase one that day. Drop in for a few minutes or more than an hour for some nature fun. Adults are encouraged to participate with the children.

Summer Saturday Evening Event
Taste of Nature: Wild Edibles
August 14, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Saturday)
Ice Age Visitor Center (located off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee)
If you know where to look, nature can provide a whole smorgasbord of food. Jackie Scharfenberg, Forest Naturalist, will help you learn what plants are safe to eat and then let your tastebuds decide which are "good" to eat. This program is best for people over 8 years old.