Annual Members Picnic and Meeting
LodgeMembers of Friends of MacKenzie gather to celebrate accomplishments and enjoy one another's company. All volunteers, staff, spouses and guests are welcome. Meet at noon. Location is outdoors at the lodge. The Friends provide a grilled main dish (brats, burgers, veggie burgers), buns, beverages, plates and utensils while members bring sides and desserts, potluck style. ... Read More
Girl Scouts Love State Parks
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesGirl Scouts Love State Parks Saturday, Sept. 9 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Join 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 ... Read More
September Friends Board Meeting
Finishing HouseThe Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Finishing House. All meetings are open. This month's meeting is September 12, 2023.
Fungi Frolic
Badger DenHave 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.
Friends Fundraiser Banquet
LodgeGreat auction items, food and beverages. Reservations required. More information to come.
Friends’ Fundraising Banquet
LodgeDoor 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. Friends of MacKenzie Banquet Invite 2023 updated 7.9.23
October Friends Board Meeting
LodgeThe Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. This month the meeting will be held in the Lodge. All meetings are open. This month's meeting is October 10, 2023. A fundraiser committee meeting will be held prior to the Board meeting at 5:30 pm.
Fall Festival
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesFall 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. Volunteers are needed all day ... Read More
Nature Art
Badger DenNature Art Thursday, Oct. 26 10 a.m. – noon There 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 ... Read More
Fall Candlelight Hike and Campfire
LodgeFall Candlelight Hike & Campfire Saturday, Nov. 4 5:30 – 8 p.m. Come 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.
