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Engaging the community in support of Schmeeckle Reserve

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The Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve is a community-based nonprofit organization that supportsย 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:

  • Programs and Outreach

    Fostering appreciation, deeper understanding, and commitment to maintaining and improving the Reserve.

  • Land Management and Acquisition

    Participating in and inviting the community to help with the work of the Reserve and to extend its land.

  • Funding and Resources

    Reaching out to the community to provide resources and funding to enhance the work of the Reserve.

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Schmeeckle Reserve21 hours ago
Don't miss out on the Spring SALEabration! ๐ŸŒธ Going on TODAY and tomorrow, 10 AMโ€“4 PM in the Gift Shop at Schmeeckle Reserve.

Take 10% off:
๐Ÿ‘• Youth apparel: t-shirts, onesies & hoodies
๐Ÿงข A wide selection of adult hats & beanies
๐Ÿงฉ Adult and youth puzzles
โ˜• Mugs, pint glasses & shot glasses

While supplies last โ€” stop in and shop!
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Schmeeckle Reserve1 day ago
Staff Takeover! The Schmeeckle Staff are singing with excitement to see you this Sunday (May 3rd) from 1-4pm for the Sounds of Spring - Spring Celebration! Come get your face painted, explore the Reserve with a scavenger hunt, watch the student led guided character hike, and so much more!

To register for free for a guided character hike time, follow this link: https://grasshoppersignup.com/s/vsejt2
Schmeeckle Reserve
Schmeeckle Reserve3 days ago
Leaving hibernation behind, Peach and Pirate are getting excited for the Spring Celebration. Even their new neighbor Dottie is getting in on the commotion. Join them in basking in the Sounds of Spring on Sunday May 3rd from 1-4pm.
Schmeeckle Reserve
Schmeeckle Reserve3 days ago
๐ŸŒธ It's a SALEabration! ๐ŸŒธ

Spring has sprung and so have the savings! Stop by the Schmeeckle Reserve Gift Shop May 1โ€“3 and take 10% off puzzles, glassware, hats & beanies, and youth apparel.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Friday, May 1: 9 AM โ€“ 4 PM
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday & Sunday, May 2โ€“3: 10 AM โ€“ 4 PM

While supplies last, so don't wait!
Schmeeckle Reserve
Schmeeckle Reserve3 days ago
The countdown has started! Only 4 days until the Spring Celebration! Want to help make it special? Join us this Sunday, May 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. Volunteering slots are still open. Volunteer now at https://grasshoppersignup.com/s/fzx0cx
Schmeeckle Reserve
Schmeeckle Reserve4 days ago
Sunday's lovely weather made for perfect tree planting conditions! Thanks to an incredible group of volunteers, 250 native trees and shrubs were planted behind the visitor center and on the north side of Lake Joanis! Tamarack, white cedar, bigtooth aspen, willow, and more were added to the restoration sites.

A special thank you to the amazing volunteers who helped with the tree planting, including the UWSP Society for Ecological Restoration who also provided expertise with species recommendations for the sites! The project was generously supported by Silvertree, LLC and the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve.