❄️ Porcupine Snowshoe Hike #2
Do you know that there is a porcupine den about every 1/4 mile on the wildlife area? Ever want to see a porcupine in the wild? This is your chance!Come […]
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Do you know that there is a porcupine den about every 1/4 mile on the wildlife area? Ever want to see a porcupine in the wild? This is your chance!Come […]
This Hike Has Been Rescheduled to January 31st due to weather (1/19/2026) Shawano Pathways will be hosting five winter hikes in 2026. Hikes are free (donations appreciated) and all are […]
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 […]
Sanctuary Storytime at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary is awesome!Pre-registration is required by calling (920) 391-3677.Ms. Jody is excited to see everyone on Mondays 10am-11am.Held in the lower level of the […]
An event for babies! Come, play, learn and grow together! Activities include:
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: ➡️ https://ruralnewfamilies.com/2024/01/24/restaurant-guide/ Restaurants: We are currently having a Restaurant Week Sale!
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: ➡️ https://ruralnewfamilies.com/2024/01/24/restaurant-guide/ Restaurants: We are currently having a Restaurant Week Sale!
Join us for our Junior Investigators Homeschool Program designed for ages 6 to 12 happening on the 4th Wednesday of the month.If you enjoyed learning about a variety of topics […]
Bring your favorite book, find your next read! For kids ages 12-18
Come see real live raptors up close and learn how to protect wildlife in Wisconsin. This ticket is for a 1-hour educational program presented by Raptor Education Group, Inc. (REGI). Bonus: Hsu Growing Supply will adopt (fund) a bird for every 10 tickets sold, helping REGI care for even more birds. What is REGI? REGI is […]
Celebrate the Bald Eagle at 1000 Islands! Enjoy a live Bald Eagle presentation by the National Eagle Center, proudly sponsored by the Friends of 1000 Islands. Explore our outdoor viewing sites to try spotting an eagle in the wild and take part in engaging, hands-on activities.Highlights include:- A special edition Storybook Walk presented by Kaukauna […]
Registration is required in case the class has to be cancelled due to poor conditions, weather, or enrollment. The registration makes sure that staff has a direct contact to keep […]
The first in our new series of educational programs, we will hear from Bil Draves, raptor educator! We’ll learn about falconry, the history of falconry in medieval times, and raptor conservation. “Aldora” the peregrine falcon will be joining Bil!To make the visit even more special, we will be enjoying charcuterie from Gouda Life!We are so […]
No registration or admission fees! Throw on your cold-weather clothes and experience the beauty of winter with us! Enjoy some free, family-fun and spend some time outdoors. Featured Activities Include:
This Hike Has Been Rescheduled from January 24th due to weather (1/19/2026) Shawano Pathways will be hosting five winter hikes in 2026. Hikes are free (donations appreciated) and all are […]
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: […]
Back for another year! Thrilling, UNLIMITED tube rides down Ariens Hill in Titletown will be completely FREE for all guests, community members, kids and kids-at-heart for Free Tubing Day on […]
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 […]
An event for babies! Come, play, learn and grow together! Activities include:
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: […]
Groundhog’s Day is coming up on Monday– and Bernard will be all ready!Come and meet him on Monday, February 2nd at the Observation Building 330pm-415pm to celebrate Groundhog’s Day! We will have hot chocolate and talk about his big prediction that morning!Hope you can join us at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary! (Corn is available for […]
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: […]
A time for caregivers and infants to enjoy rhymes, songs and a few stories together. Followed by social playtime for the little ones.
A short storytime with picture books, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 0-5.After storytime, stay and play!We’ll provide toys and activities for children and their grownups to meet and interact.
Come see the Permanent Exhibits for FREE! Children must be accompanied by an adult to receive free admission. Reservations Admission is free, but we strongly recommend advance reservations.* Walk-up tickets are not guaranteed. NOTE: Please stay tuned as future dates are added. Reservations for Kohl’s Thank You Thursday can be made 7 days prior to the dates […]

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