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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Schmeeckle Reserve16 hours agoThe weather is warming and the 'shrooms will be up soon. Check out these new mushrooming and foraging books in the Schmeeckle Gift Shop. Open M-F 9-4, Sat & Sun 10-4.
Schmeeckle Reserve4 days agoHappy Earth Day! 🌲🌎
Celebrate Earth Week and come plant a tree or clean up the Reserve with us on Sunday, April 27!
We have over 250 saplings to get in the ground. Check-in begins at 9 a.m. at the visitor center. Don't forget to dress for the weather.
We hope to see you there!
Schmeeckle Reserve4 days agoThe Candlelight Hike is Friday, May 2, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and we are so excited to see everyone there! We are still looking for volunteers for all stations. If you would like to help make this event a success, check out the site below.
https://signup.com/go/iAvEwbb Schmeeckle Reserve6 days agoThe visitor center will be closed today, but the trails will be open during daylight hours for your holiday and springtime enjoyment. Have a wonderful Sunday!
Schmeeckle Reserve6 days agoThe world is so big, yet so small. Let’s stop time together using cameras, magnifying glasses, and more. Joins us on Saturday, April 26th at 11:00 a.m. for our free family program "Capturing Moments" at the Menzel Pavilion where we will adventure and explore Schmeeckle to try and discover the details of nature you may have missed before. Presented by Brenna Ripplinger.
In the comments, post a photo you've taken outdoors or share some of your favorite things you like to photograph while out at Schmeeckle.