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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 […]
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park Winter Hours of Operation. The NEW Zoo will be open daily (including on all holidays!) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the Neil Anderson […]
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 […]
Did you miss the 1000 Little Wonders this month? Join us for a drop-in edition, where you and your child can read a themed book together and do a craft at your own pace. An outdoor scavenger hunt will also be available to bring your learning outside. Pre-registration is appreciated but not required. To register, […]
Activities Planned: This is the Marion Friends of the Parks first official Fundraiser Be sure to dress for the weather and bring your own chairs for an afternoon of Winter Family FUN! Registration Deadline February 15th for the Tournaments
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park Winter Hours of Operation. The NEW Zoo will be open daily (including on all holidays!) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the Neil Anderson […]
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 […]
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park Winter Hours of Operation. The NEW Zoo will be open daily (including on all holidays!) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the Neil Anderson […]
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park Winter Hours of Operation. The NEW Zoo will be open daily (including on all holidays!) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the Neil Anderson […]
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park Winter Hours of Operation. The NEW Zoo will be open daily (including on all holidays!) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the Neil Anderson Canopy Tour will also be open daily starting at 9:00 a.m. The Adventure Park’s Ropes Course, Ziplines, Climbing Wall, and Kids Kourse will be closed […]
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park Winter Hours of Operation. The NEW Zoo will be open daily (including on all holidays!) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the Neil Anderson Canopy Tour will also be open daily starting at 9:00 a.m. The Adventure Park’s Ropes Course, Ziplines, Climbing Wall, and Kids Kourse will be closed […]
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park Winter Hours of Operation. The NEW Zoo will be open daily (including on all holidays!) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the Neil Anderson Canopy Tour will also be open daily starting at 9:00 a.m. The Adventure Park’s Ropes Course, Ziplines, Climbing Wall, and Kids Kourse will be closed […]
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park Winter Hours of Operation. The NEW Zoo will be open daily (including on all holidays!) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the Neil Anderson Canopy Tour will also be open daily starting at 9:00 a.m. The Adventure Park’s Ropes Course, Ziplines, Climbing Wall, and Kids Kourse will be closed […]
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 […]
Join us and the Kaukauna Public Library at 1000 Islands as we celebrate the moon and the return of daylight savings time. Take a magical, self-guided night hike along our illuminated boardwalk trail. Kids will enjoy reading Moon Child by Nadia Krilanovich along our storybook walk loop. End the night by relaxing with your loved […]
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 they have mastered these skills, students will have the unique chance to become teachers themselves, sharing their knowledge and experiences with their peers. This hands-on […]
Our annual Egg Hunt in the Park is just around the corner!!There are nearly 6,000 eggs and a variety of gift baskets that are given away at this event. You definitely don’t want to miss it!Kids will be split up in three different age groups at the event. Please arrive a few minutes early to […]
Our annual Egg Hunt in the Park is just around the corner!!There are nearly 6,000 eggs and a variety of gift baskets that are given away at this event. You definitely don’t want to miss it!Kids will be split up in three different age groups at the event. Please arrive a few minutes early to […]
Join us for a bucket‑list paddle on one of Wisconsin’s most unique winter waters. Lake Columbia is a 378‑acre warm‑water lake created as a cooling pond for Alliant Energy’s 1,100‑megawatt plant. Water drawn from the Wisconsin River becomes superheated during the cooling process and is released into the lake — keeping it surprisingly warm year‑round. […]
Spring Walk and cleanup of the Mountain-Bay State Trail and Shawano Park-to-Park Loops Bring gloves and wear bright clothing Walk an in-town Park-to-Park Loop or the Mountain-Bay State Trail and clean up along the way Free water and snacks Bring the Whole Family! This event is stroller/wheelchair accessible. Well-behaved Pets are welcome to come too! […]
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