November Events at Wisconsin State Parks, Forests, and Trails
Watchable Wildlife Opportunities and Interpretive Programs

Note: Events and times may change due to weather and other factors beyond our control; please call ahead. Most events are free of charge; State Parks Vehicle Admission Sticker required unless stated otherwise. Check at the park office for additional events not listed.

Take a moonlight hike in a state park or forest when there's a full moon.

November  2008
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2 Daylight Savings Time Ends	3	4 Election Day	5	6	7	8
9	10	11 Veterans' Day	12	13	14	15
16	17	18	19	20	21	22
23	24	25	26	27 Thanksgiving	28	29
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Saturday, November 1, 2008

• Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 - Family Program: Winter Birds. Winter is a wonderful time to look for and feed the birds. Dress warmly to spend part of the morning looking for birds. We’ll also make some simple feeders you an hang in your backyard. 10:30 a.m. - noon. No admission sticker required.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

• Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 5277-0232 - Preschool Storytime: Bats Eat Bugs. Halloween bats look mighty scary, but real bats are great neighbors. Come find out how they eat mosquitoes and fly in the dark. Environmental Awareness Center. 9:30-10:30 a.m. No admission sticker required.

Friday, November 7, 2008

• Council Grounds State Park, Merrill, (715) 536-8773 or e-mail - Candlelight Hike. Walk among 500 candles illuminating a 2.5-mile stretch through Council Grounds. Parking is available at the park entrance. 6 -9 p.m.
• Kettle Moraine State Forest—Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 or e-mail - Nature Storytime: Flying V's. What's that flying V in the sky? Is it a plane? No, it's a flock of geese! Learn about these noisy big birds as they fly south for the winter. This hour of nature fun awaits 3- to 6-year-olds with accompanying adults. Ice Age Visitor Center. 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Saturday, November 8, 2008

• Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 - Discovery Saturday: Make an Animal Call. Make a simple animal call. Try your call outside at Havenwoods and see what wildlife you can attract. Environmental Awareness Center. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. and noon. No admission sticker required.
• Kettle Moraine State Forest—Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 or e-mail - Exploring Nature: Getting Ready for Winter. The chill of winter is in the air. Discover how the world of nature prepares for the hardships of the season. This program is best for families/groups with children between the ages of 5 and 12 years. Ice Age Visitor Center. 9:30-11 a.m.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

• Kettle Moraine State Forest—Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 or e-mail - Creating Winter Wreaths. Using a variety of natural materials, we will create two beautiful wreaths that will enhance your home's winter decor. To register for a session, call by November 8. This program is best for adults and youth over the age of 12 years. A small donation to cover the material costs would be greatly appreciated. Ice Age Visitor Center. 1-3:30 or 6:30-9 p.m.

Saturday, November 15, 2008

• Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 - One Wild Saturday Morning Drop-in: White-tailed Wonders. Deer are on the move this time of year. Learn how deer use their senses, how they communicate, turn yourself into a deer, and lots more. You and your family or youth group can drop in between 9 a.m. and noon to discover cool things about nature through hands-on activities, experiments, crafts, games, and picture books. Environmental Awareness Center. No admission sticker required.

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

• Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee, (414) 527-0232 - Preschool Storytime: Hide and Seek. Some animals blend in while others stand out. Let’s explore the wonderful colors of wild animals. Environmental Awareness Center. 9:30-10:30 a.m. No admission sticker required.

Friday, November 21, 2008

• Kettle Moraine State Forest—Northern Unit, Campbellsport, (920) 533-8322 or e-mail - Nature Storytime: Gobbling Turkeys. Let's talk turkey! Come in and strut your stuff as we learn about the wild turkey - our big, beautiful woodland bird. This hour of nature fun awaits 3- to 6- year-olds with accompanying adults. Ice Age Visitor Center. 9:30-10:30 a.m.

For more information, ask Wisconsin State Parks, (608) 266-2181.