The Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve is a community-based nonprofit organization that supports Schmeeckle Reserve, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point campus natural area. The mission of the Friends is to support the work of and advocate for Schmeeckle through engaging the local and wider communities. This is accomplished by:
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Are you ready to play in the snow?❄️❄️❄️We have you covered!
Snowshoe and cross-country ski rentals are now available at the Schmeeckle visitor center. You can use them at Schmeeckle or take them with you to wherever your adventures lead. We also have several pairs of kids snowshoes that can be checked out for FREE, thanks to a generous donation by the Friends of Schmeeckle.
Stop by the visitor center any weekday from 9-4 or on weekends from 10-4. You can also reserve equipment with at least 48 hours notice on our website at https://www3.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/schmeeckle/Pages/shop/outdoor_rentals.aspx
See you on the trails!
Snowshoe and cross-country ski rentals are now available at the Schmeeckle visitor center. You can use them at Schmeeckle or take them with you to wherever your adventures lead. We also have several pairs of kids snowshoes that can be checked out for FREE, thanks to a generous donation by the Friends of Schmeeckle.
Stop by the visitor center any weekday from 9-4 or on weekends from 10-4. You can also reserve equipment with at least 48 hours notice on our website at https://www3.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/schmeeckle/Pages/shop/outdoor_rentals.aspx
See you on the trails!
New Book Alert! Now available in the Schmeeckle Reserve Gift Shop... The City of Ever Green by Green Bay artist Bonnie Paruch. This inspirational and vividly illustrated book for children is about nature, children who loved a tree, and the restoration of a city’s wild spaces.
BOOKS | Bonnie Paruch Books
Books written and illustrated by Bonnie Paruch. The City Ever Green
Now available at the Schmeeckle Reserve Gift Shop! 🌲 Wisconsin State Parks, Forests, and Recreation Areas – A Ranger’s Guide by James Buchholz. (Recognize that name? James is the father of Schmeeckle’s Director, Jim Buchholz!) In this guide, James shares highlights from his 40 years of experience in Wisconsin's parks system, showcasing some of the best recreation areas across the state.
FLASH SALE! 🎄$5.00 off ALL regular priced sweatshirts and hoodies - any design, adult or youth. Today (12/14) only in the Gift Shop at Schmeeckle Reserve. Open 10-4. Stop in and say hi to Bella, one of our student employees!
*Additional discounts do not apply.
*Additional discounts do not apply.
Our new Schmeeckle Reserve frog map shirts were so popular we expanded our selection to include more colors and fabric choices. Now available in purple, gray, and forest green soft style - short sleeved, long sleeved and hoodies. And check out the new hat!
For our last FREE family program of the season on December 13th at 10am join us to learn about what happens in a lake when it freezes over. Meet us at the Lake Joanis Dock where we will observe the effects that the ice has on the different wildlife of Schmeeckle Reserve. Have you ever wondered what's it like in a lake after it freezes? Share your ideas below!
