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SUMMARY:Under Water Wonders -- Pond Study
DESCRIPTION:Under Water Wonders – Pond Study\nSaturday\, June 15\, 2024\n10 a.m. – noon\nDid you know that you can learn a lot about the health of a pond by what critters you find living there? Drop in between 10 a.m. and noon to experience one of the MacKenzie Center’s most popular education programs to learn from Mackenzie naturalists about what lives in our waterways. Use dip nets to collect macroinvertebrates and use a key to identify what you find. All materials will be provided. Please park in the Badger Den parking lot and meet naturalists at the study pond in the crabapple orchard.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/under-water-wonders-pond-study/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T215334Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time with Animals
DESCRIPTION:Storytime With Animals\nWednesday\, June 12\, 2024\n10 – 11 a.m.\nLearn about what flies\, slithers\, hops and walks through nature stories read aloud by MacKenzie naturalists and explore the lives of the animals in our wildlife area.\nThis is geared toward toddlers and preschool children\, but all ages are welcome!\nPlease park in the Badger Den parking lot and meet the naturalist inside the wildlife area near the wolf.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/story-time-with-animals-10/
LOCATION:Wildlife Area\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T170251Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Fest\, April 6\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Friends of MacKenzie Maple Fest\nSaturday\, April 6\, 2024\n9 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nEver wonder how maple syrup goes from inside a maple tree to your pancakes and waffles? Join us at the Friends of MacKenzie Maple Fest to learn about the past and present of maple sugaring practices. \nThis sweet event will offer all things maple syrup\, including various drop-in activities\, guided tours of our sugarbush\, demonstrations on how to tap a tree and interpretive talks about the historical methods and cultural importance of maple sugaring in Wisconsin. Gift shop\, concessions and local Wisconsin maple syrup will be available. Quilt raffle at noon. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, and you do not need a state park sticker to attend. \nNote: There will not be a pancake breakfast this year.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/maple-fest-april-6-2024/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20240104T202334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T202334Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wonders Learn to Ski
DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonders Learn To Ski\nSaturday\, Feb. 24\, 2024\n10 a.m. – noon \nJoin us for a winter wonders ski on our south trails! We will discover and learn about skiing in the beautiful snow-covered prairie and forest. A limited number of skis will be available\, so feel free to bring your own if you have them. \nMeet our naturalists at the MacKenzie Lodge at 10 a.m. and dress for cold weather.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/winter-wonders-learn-to-ski-3/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240202T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240202T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20240104T202009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T202009Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Snowshoe and Hike
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight Snowshoe & Hike\nFriday\, Feb. 2\, 2024\n4:30 – 7:30 p.m. \nJoin us at the MacKenzie Center for a fun Friday night of hiking and snowshoeing on our illuminated path. A limited number of snowshoes will be available to borrow\, so bring your own if you have them! \nPark in the Lodge parking lot. This night hike has low light conditions\, so please plan accordingly.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/candlelight-snowshoe-and-hike/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20231204T035706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T035706Z
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SUMMARY:Wolf Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Wolf Moon Hike\nThursday\, Jan. 25\, 2024\n5:30 – 7:30 p.m. \nExperience the natural world under the glow of the first full moon of the year\, called the “Wolf Moon.” We will hike through restored prairies\, practice observation skills\, and warm ourselves by the campfire. Bring your own hot beverage and dress for the weather. Please park in the Badger Den parking lot and meet a MacKenzie naturalist there promptly at 5:30 p.m.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/wolf-moon-hike-3/
LOCATION:Badger Den
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240101T143000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20231204T035340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T035340Z
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SUMMARY:First Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:First Day Hike\nMonday\, Jan. 1\, 2024\n1 – 2:30 p.m. \nCelebrate the first day of 2024 with a hike on the south trails alongside MacKenzie naturalists. Please bring your own hiking gear and meet naturalists at the South Trails parking lot. Snow will not be removed from the trails.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/first-day-hike-3/
LOCATION:South Trails Parking Lot\, Poynette\, WI
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20231204T035141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T035141Z
UID:7432-1702720800-1702728000@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wonders Learn to Ski
DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonders Learn To Ski\nSaturday\, Dec. 16\n10 a.m. – noon \nJoin us for a winter wonders ski on our South Trails! We will discover and learn about skiing in the wonderful snow-covered prairie and forest. Please dress for the weather and meet MacKenzie naturalists at the South Trails parking lot.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/winter-wonders-learn-to-ski-2/
LOCATION:South Trails Parking Lot\, Poynette\, WI
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20231117T033706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T033706Z
UID:7412-1702720800-1702728000@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wonders Learn to Ski
DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonders Learn to Ski                                                                                                                            \nSaturday\, December 16th              10 – Noon \nJoin us for a winter wonders ski on our South Trails! We will discover and learn about skiing in the wonderful snow-covered prairie and forest. Please dress for the weather and meet naturalists at the South Trails Parking lot at 10am.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/winter-wonders-learn-to-ski/
LOCATION:South Trails Parking Lot\, Poynette\, WI
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20231117T033405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T033405Z
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SUMMARY:Greenery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Greenery Workshop \nFriday\, December 1st                      1 – 4pm \nCome spend a festive winter day crafting around the fireplace here at the MacKenzie Lodge. We encourage participants to bring their own greenery supplies\, although we will have a small amount of greenery and other materials available. Participants are also welcome to bring their own warm beverage to enjoy! Please register for this event as there is a $10 fee for supplies by contacting 608-635-8112 or abigailr.janey@wisconsin.gov
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/greenery-workshop/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abigail Janey":MAILTO:abigailr.janey@wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20231005T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Archery
DESCRIPTION:Fall Archery In The Lodge                                                       \nSaturday\, Nov. 11\n10:30 a.m. – noon \nHave you ever wondered how to shoot with bows and arrows? Now is your chance to get a guided archery program in our lodge. We test our skills and learn the steps to archery success. This free event has a limit of 12 people\, so please register in advance by calling 608-635-8112. Meet naturalists at the lodge at 10:30 a.m.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/fall-archery/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20231005T213056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T213056Z
UID:7386-1699119000-1699128000@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Fall Candlelight Hike and Campfire
DESCRIPTION:Fall Candlelight Hike & Campfire                                                    \nSaturday\, Nov. 4\n5:30 – 8 p.m. \nCome experience the trails by candlelight. Everyone is welcome to walk down a candlelit path beginning at the lodge\, then cozy up around the campfire. Please park in the lodge parking lot and dress for the weather. Drop-ins are welcome.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/fall-candlelight-hike-and-campfire/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230916T203849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230916T203849Z
UID:7356-1698310800-1698321600@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Nature Art
DESCRIPTION:Nature Art\nThursday\, Oct. 26\n10 a.m. – noon \nThere is beauty all around us. Join MacKenzie naturalists to discover nature art. We’ll collect our own materials to create art with mostly natural items. Please dress for the weather and feel free to bring your own bag or basket for nature collection. Meet naturalists at the Badger Den parking lot.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/nature-art/
LOCATION:Badger Den
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230613T141129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T040916Z
UID:7253-1697882400-1697900400@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Fall themed activities\, food for purchase\, a great way to celebrate a great season!  One per vehicle admission charge of $10 gets your family/group in.  Activities include wildlife viewing\, pond study\, learn to fish\, archery\, geocaching\, hay ride\, crafts\, museums\, wood cutting\, and fur/skull study.  Gift shop items also available. \nVolunteers are needed all day on Oct. 21. There may be additional opportunities to volunteer for set-up and clean-up. Please contact the Friends of MacKenzie at FriendsOfMacKenzie@gmail.com if you’re interested in volunteering.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/fall-festival-2/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230720T123833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230723T190616Z
UID:7311-1696095000-1696107600@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Friends' Fundraising Banquet
DESCRIPTION:Door prizes (firearms plus many other items)\, raffle tables (rifles\, shotguns\, outdoor items\, archery\, alcoholic beverages and more).  Ticket order deadline is September 10\, 2023.  Tickets will not be sold at the door!  Use the link below for more information and to register. \nFriends of MacKenzie Banquet Invite 2023 updated 7.9.23
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/friends-fundraising-banquet/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230613T140900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T215817Z
UID:7251-1696095000-1696105800@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Friends Fundraiser Banquet
DESCRIPTION:Great auction items\, food and beverages.  Reservations required.  More information to come.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/friends-fundraiser-banquet/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230909T040718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T040817Z
UID:7348-1695394800-1695398400@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Fungi Frolic
DESCRIPTION:Have you been noticing more fungi around? Now is your chance to learn about the mushrooms that are popping out of the ground at MacKenzie. Please wear long pants and closed-toed shoes to avoid poison ivy while walking through the woods. Meet our naturalists in the Badger Den parking lot.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/fungi-frolic/
LOCATION:Badger Den
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230909T041154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T041154Z
UID:7351-1694253600-1694273400@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Girl Scouts Love State Parks
DESCRIPTION:Girl Scouts Love State Parks\nSaturday\, Sept. 9\n10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nJoin scouts nationwide in celebrating your state parks this weekend. As part of a statewide partnership\, MacKenzie is welcoming scouts to participate in a morning stewardship project removing buckthorn and learning about invasive species (please wear long pants\, sleeves and closed toed shoes). \nScheduled programs will be held at noon\, 1:15\, and 2:15 p.m. with presentations from MacKenzie’s master falconer and his red-tailed hawk\, Navi\, guided wildlife tours\, and an animal signs & camouflage hike. Drop-in events will also be available with educators throughout the afternoon.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/girl-scouts-love-state-parks/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230417T174415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T174621Z
UID:7233-1686819600-1686830400@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Girls and Women Archery Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Registration required and fees charged.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/girls-and-women-archery-clinic/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
ORGANIZER;CN="Austyn Long":MAILTO:Austyn.Long@wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230417T174236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T174357Z
UID:7231-1686387600-1686398400@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Youth Archery Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/youth-archery-day/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
ORGANIZER;CN="Austyn Long":MAILTO:Austyn.Long@wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230602T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230417T174045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T174208Z
UID:7229-1685700000-1685703600@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Story Time with Animals
DESCRIPTION:Introduce your toddler or pre-school aged child to the outdoors during story time. Please meet inside the wildlife area near the wolves. Drop-in activities available.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/story-time-with-animals-9/
LOCATION:Wildlife Area\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955
CATEGORIES:Public event
ORGANIZER;CN="Austyn Long":MAILTO:Austyn.Long@wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230417T173853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T174017Z
UID:7227-1684832400-1684836000@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:MacKenzie Spring Birding
DESCRIPTION:Meet at south trails.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/mackenzie-spring-birding/
LOCATION:South Trails Parking Lot\, Poynette\, WI
CATEGORIES:Public event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austyn Long":MAILTO:Austyn.Long@wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230417T161133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T161355Z
UID:7220-1684400400-1684422000@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Outdoor Heritage Expo (MOHEE) May 18\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:FREE FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITY You and your students are invited…The Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (pronounced MO’-hee) presented by The Outdoor Heritage Education Center (OHEC)(OH’-heck)\, non-profit conservation organization. This is a perfect opportunity to extend learning outdoors before the school year comes to an end. Please consider joining us for the 2023 youth expo. \nMay 17th or 18th\, 2023 (pick the day that works best) at the MacKenzie Center in Poynette\, WI. \nStudents can explore mentored programs so they can develop outdoor skills and enjoy lifelong outdoor activities. Connect with educators\, trained safety instructors and other volunteer mentors who provide an enriching and engaging experience connecting students to Wisconsin’s natural resources\, outdoor heritage and lifelong skills. Event is Free. Transportation funding available\, based on true need. \nIdeal for the 4th – 7th grade audience\, with many activities correlated to state academic standards. At the expo\, educators\, conservation volunteers\, and DNR professionals will help keep students engaged while increasing their understanding\, appreciation and sense of stewardship for natural resources\, Wisconsin’s outdoor heritage and related activities. New activities are added every year with stations that emphasize hands-on learning experiences where students can participate in many outdoor skills activities. Visit the website for more information. Pre Registration is required.  \nQuestions? Contact organizer Ruth Ann Lee\, OHEC Executive Director or 608-358-1708.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/midwest-outdoor-heritage-expo-mohee-may-18-2023/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T192143
CREATED:20230417T155436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T161104Z
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SUMMARY:Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (MOHEE) May 17\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:FREE FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITY You and your students are invited…The Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (pronounced MO’-hee) presented by The Outdoor Heritage Education Center (OHEC)(OH’-heck)\, non-profit conservation organization. This is a perfect opportunity to extend learning outdoors before the school year comes to an end. Please consider joining us for the 2023 youth expo. \nMay 17th or 18th\, 2023 (pick the day that works best) at the MacKenzie Center in Poynette\, WI. \nStudents can explore mentored programs so they can develop outdoor skills and enjoy lifelong outdoor activities. Connect with educators\, trained safety instructors and other volunteer mentors who provide an enriching and engaging experience connecting students to Wisconsin’s natural resources\, outdoor heritage and lifelong skills. Event is Free. Transportation funding available\, based on true need. \nIdeal for the 4th – 7th grade audience\, with many activities correlated to state academic standards. At the expo\, educators\, conservation volunteers\, and DNR professionals will help keep students engaged while increasing their understanding\, appreciation and sense of stewardship for natural resources\, Wisconsin’s outdoor heritage and related activities. New activities are added every year with stations that emphasize hands-on learning experiences where students can participate in many outdoor skills activities. Visit the website for more information. Pre Registration is required.  \nQuestions? Contact organizer Ruth Ann Lee\, OHEC Executive Director or 608-358-1708. \n 
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/midwest-outdoor-heritage-education-expo-mohee-may-17-2023/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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SUMMARY:Story Time with Animals
DESCRIPTION:Introduce your toddler or pre-school aged child to the outdoors during story time. Please meet inside the wildlife area near the wolves. Drop-in activities available.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/story-time-with-animals-8/
LOCATION:Wildlife Area\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955
CATEGORIES:Public event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austyn Long":MAILTO:Austyn.Long@wisconsin.gov
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SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Festival April 1\,2023 CANCELED!
DESCRIPTION:From DNR Staff:  With heavy hearts\, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the Maple Festival on Saturday. The weather forecast is calling for dangerous winds\, snow\, and hail\, and the risk posed is too great to continue on with our outdoor event. \n 
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/maple-syrup-festival-2023/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230106T190000
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SUMMARY:Wolf Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Wolf Moon Hike\nFriday\, Jan. 6\, 5:30-7 p.m. \nExperience the MacKenzie Center in the moonlight with a guided hike through our forests and prairies. Arrive at 5:30 p.m. to spend some time by the fire before departing or come at 6 p.m. to join us for the hike. We’ll be moving more slowly\, as we listen for what the nocturnal world has in store. We may even hear a howling wolf along the way.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/wolf-moon-hike-2/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
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SUMMARY:First Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:First Day Hike\nSunday\, Jan. 1\, 1-2:30 p.m. \nStart the year off outside with a brisk hike alongside MacKenzie Naturalists. We will meet at the south trails and depart for a 1-2 mile hike through the forests and prairies at MacKenzie. We’ll hike at a moderate pace and offer turn-around points to accommodate hikers of many comfort levels.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/first-day-hike/
LOCATION:South Trails Parking Lot\, Poynette\, WI
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221217T120000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Greenery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to learn how to make your own holiday greenery such as a wreath\, hanger or centerpiece using natural materials. Please preregister and prepay ($10) at the MacKenzie Center 608-635-8112 by Dec. 3.  All supplies required will be provided but feel free to bring any materials you may have. Our greenery workshop will once again be indoors this year.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/holiday-greenery-workshop-2/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T113000
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CREATED:20221129T170000Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wonders Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a winter wonders hike on our South Trails! Whether there is fresh snow or not\, there is still lots to explore in the forest and prairie. We will discover and learn what the plants and animals are doing this time of year to survive. Please dress for the weather and meet naturalists at the South Trails parking lot at 10:00 a.m.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/winter-wonders-hike/
LOCATION:South Trails Parking Lot\, Poynette\, WI
CATEGORIES:Public event
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