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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
Join us for our 3rd Mother’s Day Flowerbox Workshop!Let our team help your kids create their own flowerbox gift for Mom (or Grandma or Aunt). (The flowerboxes will be completely assembled for the ride home)
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Please join us for a spring bird walk at the Wildlife Sanctuary as we look for migrating warblers and other exciting seasonal birds!Free and open to the public. All skill levels welcome.
Shawano Optimist Bike Rodeo 2026
Friends of Sandhill Open House – Bison! No pre-registration required.Join the Friends of Sandhill to learn about Bison! There will be kids activities, wagon tours, informational sessions on bison. Please contact Vicki Palen at vpalen@tds.net or (715) 652-3131 if you have questions. For More Information regarding the Park About the Bison at the Park
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Mom’s Golf Free all day! PLUS Mom-osas, Ice Cream for Breakfast concoctions, photo opps, yard games. From 3 to 93, this is a rare activity that generations can do together. Make some Memories!!!!! Mother’s Day • Generations of Memories at The Ruins Mini Golf and Ice Cream. Celebrate Mom the fun way on May 10! […]
Police Cars, Fire Trucks, Food Trucks and MORE- In a NEW Location this year!
Join us for the 2nd Annual Summer Music in the Park! Live MusicConcessions50/50 Raffle! Bring your own chairs or blankets
Matt Welter has been studying fungus across Wisconsin for 30 years. He will lead a 2 hour nature hike from the Navarino Nature Center and back. May is an interesting month to look for mushrooms. Join Naturalist, Matt Welter as he shows what fungus are appearing in May. From dryad’s saddles to witches cauldrons, enjoy […]
Shawano Pathways invites cyclists of all skill levels to experience the charm and natural beauty of the Town of Wescott during its annual scenic bike ride on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Water and Snacks will be provided. Restrooms and a parking area are available. Participants can choose from three different route options: All routes follow […]
Get your springtime nature questions answered by the pros, explore helpful resources, and stay for lunch! This event is free to attend. FREE native plant to the first 50 visitors! Vendors and Organizations:- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service- Outagamie County Master Gardeners- Xerces Society- Northeast Wisconsin Land Trust- WI Department of Natural Resources- Wisconsin’s Green […]
Pella Daze 2026 is fast approaching. It will be here before we know it. Parade 11am Theme is Celebrating 250 yrs of America. Please call Dan to register for the parade @ 715-853-8846. Music line up: Zanders Music Makers 11:30-2:30pm Mike Daley & Bill Hurley 3-6pm The Decade- An 80’s Rock Expeience 6-10pm We will […]
🌟⛳ GLOW GOLF IS BACK at The Ruins Adventure Mini Golf & Ice Cream ⛳🌟 Finally — perfect weather for Glow Golf in Oconto! Experience 18 holes of mini golf […]
Welcome to the Pasture Season Kick Off Party! We’ve got ELECTRIC SHEEP playing from 5pm-7pm. Pasture Turn-Out is 4:30pm. You don’t want to miss it! Come join us at Bouressa Family Farm for a fun-filled event to celebrate the start of the pasture season. Get ready for a day of fun with the farm babies, […]
🚨🍦 Cone with a Cop is Back! 🍦🚨 Join us at Cruise-In for a fun and friendly community event with the Marion Police Department! Come hang out, grab some delicious […]
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