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Monarch Tagging

Monarchs Signal the Shift to Spring

February may still feel like winter in Wisconsin, but the seasonal shift has already begun. At Devil’s Lake State Park, some of the earliest signs of spring don’t show up in wildflowers or warm temperatures. They show up in daylight…

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Ranger Education

From Education to Experience

Over the past few decades, many park systems and outdoor educators have observed a gradual shift in the types of programs that draw the largest audiences. Historically, presentations on things such as geology, natural history, and focused programs exploring specific…

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Frog in hand - Devil's Lake Frog Safari

Celebrate Spring This Saturday, May 11th

Spring has arrived in Baraboo, Wisconsin, and there's no better way to celebrate than by attending the exciting events happening this Saturday, May 11th! Spend the day exploring the local community and the natural beauty of Devil's Lake State Park…

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Sunset at Devil's Lake State Park

Sunset Hike, Friday.

Mark your calendars! Join the Devil's Lake State Park naturalist this Friday, July 21st from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. for a magical Sunset Hike up the East Bluff at Devil's Lake. As the day ends, you'll find a perfect spot…

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Women bike Great Sauk State Trail

Women’s Ride on the GSST, Tue July 12th

Take an early evening bike ride on the Great State Sauk Trail in the Sauk Prairie Recreation Area Tuesday, July 12th from 7pm to 9pm. The naturalist will lead you along the trail to look for animal signs and wildlife…

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Naturalist / Educator Susan Johansen-Mayoleth

Wander Women’s Hike, Friday, June 10

Join Naturalist/Educator, Susan Johansen-Mayoleth, this Friday, June 10th for a challenging 7+ mile hike through meadows, up the bluff, over ridges, and through the woods. You'll start at Roznos Meadow, go up to the Uplands Trail, over to the East…

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Fall Hikers at Devil's Lake

Nature Trivia Walk, Sat. Nov 13th

If you're looking for a fun outdoor family activity this weekend, head out to the Devil's Lake State Park Nature Center for a Nature Trivia Walk, anytime between 10 am and 2:30 pm. Drop in anytime between 10 am and…

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Astronomy at Devil's Lake

S’Mores and Perseids Aug 12th

The annual S’Mores and Perseids program is coming up this Thursday, August 12 at Devil's Lake State Park starting at 8:30 pm. Meet near Behind The Rock Elm Shelter near the north shore boat launch. The Perseids Meteor Shower is the…

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Devil's Lake Nature Center

The Nature Center Returns!

Devil's Lake State Park's Nature Center opens today, Friday, June 25th after a very long hiatus due to Covid-19. The Nature Center is now open 10 am to 5 pm daily through Labor Day weekend when fall hours will begin…

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