From turkeys to deer, learn about wildlife at free programs offered this November at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's Schmeeckle Reserve.
Led by UW-Stevens Point students, these programs meet at the reserve's Visitor Center, located at 2419 North Point Dr., Stevens Point, unless otherwise noted. For more information, call 715-346-4992 or go to www.uwsp.edu/cnr/schmeeckle. Dress for the weather, as most programs are outdoors. Prior registration is not required.
Two Preschool Discovery Programs will be held from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on select Fridays in November for ages 3 to 6 with a parent or guardian. Programs begin at the Visitor Center and go outside, weather permitting. Each includes crafts and snacks.
- Migration Motivation, Nov. 1, Geese are flying overhead these days – what does it take for them to fly south for the winter?
- Playtime in the Prairie, Nov. 8, Learn about the prairie, what hides there and what works of art can be created in the grassland.
Family nature programs offered in November include:
- Birds at the Feeder? Become a Leader!, Sunday, Nov. 10, 1-2 p.m. Become a scientist and help a Wisconsin birding study at the Schmeeckle bird viewing area.
- Don't Gobble Up the Gobbler, Tuesday, Nov. 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Explore the rich history, cultural influence and characteristics of the turkey that make it much more than Thanksgiving dinner.
- Wildlife Investigators, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Become a detective and look for the evidence that wildlife leaves behind.
- Schmeeckle Hide-and-Seek, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2-3 p.m. With the change of seasons comes a change of animal movement and behavior. Discover where animals at the reserve are hiding and preparing to hibernate for the winter.
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