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Join us every Sunday from 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!
Noon Nature WalksFREE Program!TUES/THURS at NOON meet at the Nature Center at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary
Did you know Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary has 8 Straw-Colored Fruit Bats (Eidolon helvum)?Meet one of our bats upclose and learn about these special animals!This is an informal program, come to the Observation Building anytime between 4p and 4:45pm and talk with staff and celebrate bats!
Come and learn all about Reindeer!We’ll be reading stories, making crafts and having fun! We will venture outside (weather permitting) so come dressed for the weather! RSVP is appreciated. Call the Nature or Tickets can be purchased online ahead of time.
Noon Nature WalksFREE Program!TUES/THURS at NOON meet at the Nature Center at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary
This will be a one-hour introduction to traditional cross-country skiing. Staff will cover the basic kick and glide, stopping, and turning. We will practice in the romp area next to the nature center. Equipment rentals extra. Arrive earlier if you need to rent skis. Rental fees: $5 per child $10 per adult RSVP by calling […]
Join Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary for our free program EYES ON OWLS at the Observation Building! Get close up with our ambassador owls and ask about owls in your neighborhood, […]
Join NNC Naturalist for a winter walk through the forests of Navarino; if conditions are favorable we will go on snowshoes. Equipment rental fees extra. Please arrive earlier if you […]
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 […]
Flying Squirrels are common in Wisconsin, but their nocturnal habits keep them well hidden. Learn about these fascinating night creatures by getting upclose with our ambassadors! Meet at the Observation Building.FREE programDonations welcomed
The fun-loving otters at the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary are a joy to observe. Join us for free at the Woodland Building Otter Exhibit to watch the training and enrichment activities that our staff performs with these friendly and playful creatures, Renee and Caesar. Call (920) 391-3685 with any questions. **Publishers Note:** If you decide […]
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 Nature Center.Join Ms. Jody for a story and a simple craft/activity geared towards preschoolers. Adult remains with child.Here are the upcoming topics:12/22 Great horned Owl12/29 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 Nature Center.Join Ms. Jody for a story and a simple craft/activity geared towards preschoolers. Adult remains with child.Here are the upcoming topics:12/22 Great horned Owl12/29 […]
Come join us for our Storytime program designed to get all kids excited about the outdoors.Storytime includes stories, crafts, outside fun, and more.Fee: $3 per child (Babies are welcomed)This Storytime […]
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 you informed of changes.One hour Introduction to traditional cross-country skiing. Learn basic kick, glide, stopping, and turning. Then feel free to head out on our […]
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 […]
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 and snowshoe through the woods and bog to the porcupine dens. Take a peek inside the dens and see porcupines up close if they 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 […]
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 Nature Center.Join Ms. Jody for a story and a simple craft/activity geared towards preschoolers. Adult remains with child.Here are the upcoming topics:12/22 Great horned Owl12/29 […]
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 at Storytime, then Junior Investigators Homeschool program is designed for those who have grown out of Storytime. We will explore a different topic each month […]
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 […]
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