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BPSC Kids Learn to Ice Fish Event, Saturday February 21, 10-2pm. Registration starts at 9am. Kids gifts, food and refreshments.Bring poles and tip ups if you have them, we will have bait and mentors to assist.Come join the fun and learn how to ice fish!
Join us for our 2026 Mattoon Sportsman’s Club Youth Ice Fishing Derby on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Bait, food and beverage provided at lake throughout day. Prizes awarded at Mattoon Community Hall at 3pm along with food and beverages provided. Kids 15 and younger will be in the running for biggest fish prizes. All kids […]
Family friendly! Recommended age for snowshoeing is 6 & up. Snowshoeing is a favorite winter activity for many living here in Wisconsin. Suit up in your warmest gear and learn the ins and outs of snowshoeing! We’ll talk how to put your snowshoes on, how to walk, the best conditions to use them, and the […]
The American Marine & Motorsports 14th Annual In-House Boat Show is happening February 19–22, and it’s packed with excitement for everyone! Come see the latest boats and powersports, score incredible […]
The Milkweed Workshop will be led by Randy Peterson and his daughter, Cori. They will talk about the importance of milkweed to Monarch butterflies. Participants will prepare a winter-sown jug of milkweed to take home. Please call Abi at 9203913671 if you need help registering Register Online Here
There are skates from little kid sizes to Adults. There are also skate helpers for the beginner skaters to practice.
The American Marine & Motorsports 14th Annual In-House Boat Show is happening February 19–22, and it’s packed with excitement for everyone! Come see the latest boats and powersports, score incredible […]
Shawano Pathways will be hosting five winter hikes in 2026. Hikes are free (donations appreciated) and all are encouraged to participate. **Note** – Product links below are affiliate links. Note: No RSVP is required. Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes early. To save time, fill out the Annual Waiver online ahead of time. What […]
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program allows visitors to get up close with the animals and talk with the animal care staff. Bring your camera! Buy some corn to feed the […]
There are skates from little kid sizes to Adults. There are also skate helpers for the beginner skaters to practice.
Snowshoe or ski the one mile loop from the nature center across the boardwalk and back by the light of the stars, moon, torch light, and lights. (Weather dependent – Call in advance). Event cancellation would occur if extreme temperatures or unsafe travel conditions are forecasted. If trail conditions do not allow for skiing or […]
There are skates from little kid sizes to Adults. There are also skate helpers for the beginner skaters to practice.
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program allows visitors to get up close with the animals and talk with the animal care staff. Bring your camera! Buy some corn to feed the […]
Shawano Pathways will be hosting five winter hikes in 2026. Hikes are free (donations appreciated) and all are encouraged to participate. **Note** – Product links below are affiliate links. Note: […]
There are skates from little kid sizes to Adults. There are also skate helpers for the beginner skaters to practice.
*FREE EVENT*Ages 5+Have you ever met an owl face to face? What about a hawk? A falcon? Meet some of Wisconsin’s common, but rarely encountered birds. Discover what a raptor […]
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program […]
It’s almost time for March Mammal Madness! All are invited to enter a bracket into our bracket pool for this entertaining and educational tournament. All you need to do is […]
Our Junior Naturalist program is here to turn middle schoolers into wilderness experts. Learn to navigate the wild, build awesome shelters, identify plants and wildlife, and so much more! Once […]
There are skates from little kid sizes to Adults. There are also skate helpers for the beginner skaters to practice.
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program […]
There are skates from little kid sizes to Adults. There are also skate helpers for the beginner skaters to practice.
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program […]
There are skates from little kid sizes to Adults. There are also skate helpers for the beginner skaters to practice.
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program […]
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