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Creepy creatures from books and movies also exist as the really WILD life of WI – past, present and unknown! Examine evidence, make models, and...

Imagine the marsh as your future home. What items did people use in the past? What can be used today? Come create your community as...

From stripes and spots to camouflage and warning colors, campers will compare and contrast colors and patterns on plants and animals and create their own...

Campers will explore the fantastic natural world of dragonflies, leopard frogs, jewelweed and more through stories, hikes, observations and crafts.

Celebrate holiday critter connections - Halloween bats, Easter bunnies, Thanksgiving turkeys, February Groundhogs – with crafts, games & activities that will have you becoming an...

Explore what lives in the marsh water outside the camp door, measure how much water is in a watermelon, look for sprinkler rainbows and other...

Create art of all kinds using nature for inspiration and some materials! From leaf pounding prints to berry dyes, stick sculptures to plant weavings, express...

Get your backpacks ready – your day might include a hike up to Grandad’s Bluff, a mosey down to the Mississippi or an in-the creek...

Campers will explore the mystery and magic of sunshine and shadows through sun prints, sun beads, shadow outlines, shadow tag, prisms and more!

Campers will be looking for treasures (critters, rocks, vegetables and ???) underground – and perhaps even hiding their own! Be prepared for a week of...

Animal lovers will compare what animals have in common and how they differ. Discover which ones have scales, tails, fur, feathers and shells!

Hands-on fun as we pitch tents and test the best place to do so, practice hammocking skills, prepare camp treats, play camp games and more!...

Who’s cutting down marsh trees? Whose feathers are in the field? How did a groundhog get in the garden? Campers will find, identify and use...

Campers will actively explore amazing natural sights, smells, touches and sounds as they really get a feel for the natural world around them!

Have the MOST FUN as you see – can you jump as far as a frog? Fit the group in a whale’s belly? Discover which...

Explore amazing plants that use color, taste, touch, smell and even movement to attract animals, protect themselves, save water, spread their seeds and more!

Many different animals float, flutter and fly. Compare the who’s and how’s and create and test your own flying models to see how humans have...

Our world is beautiful and full of art-making potential! Camper art could include natural dyes, charcoal art, fruit tattooing, sculpting, leaf printing and other opportunities...

Animal homes can be big and easy to see, or tiny and hidden. Explore area animals big and small by looking for holes and homes...

Can toads give you warts? Does sugar attract more flies than vinegar? Does moss only grow on the north side of trees? Bring questions and...

Join Sara Mae Yoga Wednesdays in June, July, and August at The Nature Place's produce garden for beginner-friendly yoga. $10 per class, proceeds benefit The...

Great for families! Rain or shine! No sign-up is required! Stop by anytime between 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM.  Join us for pollinator activities this...