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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We've added new pieces from Prairie Schooner's **Pine & Peak** collection to the gift shop — sturdy canvas bags with a nature-inspired look, perfect for everyday carry or your next outing. The water bottle carriers, available in three colors, are a favorite!
Stop by the Gift Shop on your next visit to Schmeeckle Reserve.
Stop by the Gift Shop on your next visit to Schmeeckle Reserve.
As summer winds down, the nightlife at Schmeeckle ramps up! Join us on August 7 from 9-10 p.m. for a special opportunity to traverse the trails after dark to meet some of Schmeeckle's nighttime dwellers. Walk with naturalist Griffin Bray and listen to the sounds of the summer nights from cicadas to katydids and try to catch a peek of some of the Reserve’s elusive nocturnal animals.
This event is free and all ages are welcome. For more information, visit the event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/17xEpctdqz/
This event is free and all ages are welcome. For more information, visit the event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/17xEpctdqz/
🖋️ Now available - notecards by local artist Mary Bratz!
We're pleased to carry a selection of notecards featuring the pen-and-ink work of Mary Bratz, a Wisconsin-based wildlife artist and UW-Stevens Point alumna from Almond, WI. Her detailed drawings capture local flora, fauna, and rural scenery, including wildlife, insects, and plants. Her work is featured in Alan Haney's book, Backyard Wonders.
How many of these species have you seen while walking in Schmeeckle?
Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | 9 AM – 4 PM daily
We're pleased to carry a selection of notecards featuring the pen-and-ink work of Mary Bratz, a Wisconsin-based wildlife artist and UW-Stevens Point alumna from Almond, WI. Her detailed drawings capture local flora, fauna, and rural scenery, including wildlife, insects, and plants. Her work is featured in Alan Haney's book, Backyard Wonders.
How many of these species have you seen while walking in Schmeeckle?
Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | 9 AM – 4 PM daily
Road trip ready for your littlest passengers! We've restocked our selection of kids' activity books in the gift shop — perfect for keeping little hands busy on your next adventure.
🌟 Sticker art books
🌿 Nature-themed coloring books
🔍 Seek-and-find activity books
Grab a few before you hit the road — see you soon! Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | 9 AM – 4 PM daily
🌟 Sticker art books
🌿 Nature-themed coloring books
🔍 Seek-and-find activity books
Grab a few before you hit the road — see you soon! Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | 9 AM – 4 PM daily
🧩 Piece together some savings! Our Puzzle Sale is here — enjoy 20% off all puzzles in the Schmeeckle Reserve Gift Shop through July 30th.
🌿 Nature-themed puzzles (250–1000 pieces)
🧒 Kids' puzzles — floor, glow-in-the-dark & travel bagged
🔎 Micro puzzles
🧠 Wooden handheld logic puzzles
Stop in and find your next challenge! Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | Open 7 days a week, 9 AM – 4 PM
🌿 Nature-themed puzzles (250–1000 pieces)
🧒 Kids' puzzles — floor, glow-in-the-dark & travel bagged
🔎 Micro puzzles
🧠 Wooden handheld logic puzzles
Stop in and find your next challenge! Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | Open 7 days a week, 9 AM – 4 PM
Despite the inclement weather this summer, our trail crew volunteers have been hard at work on the Sedge Meadow Trail East boardwalk project. Yesterday, the crew finished removing all pieces of the old narrow boardwalk, and completed the first section of the new 8-foot-wide boardwalk on the lake end!
The old treated boardwalk lumber is available for free in the gravel overflow parking lot near the Schmeeckle visitor center. Please use caution as the lumber has sharp edges and screws embedded.
A special thank you to our dedicated Tuesday crew members! If you're interested in joining the crew, contact us at any time.
The old treated boardwalk lumber is available for free in the gravel overflow parking lot near the Schmeeckle visitor center. Please use caution as the lumber has sharp edges and screws embedded.
A special thank you to our dedicated Tuesday crew members! If you're interested in joining the crew, contact us at any time.
