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January 2021
Interpretive Snowshoe Hike
If you've ever wanted to try snowshoeing, now's your chance! Learn about the history of snowshoeing, the different types of snowshoes, and snowshoeing techniques. Then, we'll explore the park on snowshoes, stopping along the way to learn about the birds, deer, and other animals that call the park home! This event is in conjunction with NIACC so, to register, contact NIACC at 641-422-4358 and sign up for Class #7955.
Find out more »February 2021
Great Backyard Bird Count
Join thousands of people all over North America as they report what birds they see! It's all part of a wonderful, annual community science project that helps scientists track bird population trends. You don't have to de an expert birder to participate and you can observe right from your own house. It's fun and easy to do! Check it out at birdcount.org.
Find out more »Wolf 101 (Virtual)
Join staff from the International Wolf Center In Ely, MN, for this fun, interactive program as we look at the physical and social adaptations wolves use to survive in their environment. Participants will be given an opportunity to observe the Center's ambassador wolves and will be able to ask questions of the IWC staff. This will be a live Zoom program. To participate in this free event, just contact Naturalist Lisa Ralls at lralls@winnebagoccb.com to receive the Zoom link!
Find out more »WCCB Book Club
Our book club will meet over Zoom to discuss Aldo Leopold's classic book, "A Sand County Almanac." If you're not able to buy the book or find it at a library, we will loan you the book to read. Just contact Naturalist Lisa Ralls at lralls@winnebagoccb.com to sign up for the club, borrow a copy of the book, and receive the Zoom link for the discussion. This will be a great way to pass some of those long, winter nights…
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April 2021
Geocaching
Geocaching is a great way to get outdoors, get some exercise, and enjoy a little adventure! So, join us to learn more about this fun and easy outdoor activity! Be sure to bring along a smart phone, if you have one. This program is offered jointly with NIACC, so you will need to preregister. More information will be available later about how to register.
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