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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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.
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.
Join the spring semester’s environmental education and interpretation practicum students to discover the critters behind the classic sounds of spring during the guided character hikes at the Spring Celebration! A new take on our traditional stage performance, this year, the play will take place along different stops on the Trail of Reflections. Get your walking shoes and join us for these amazing performances starting every 15 minutes starting at 1 p.m.! We hope to see you at the Spring Celebration this Sunday, May 3, from 1-4 p.m.
Preregistration is required: https://grasshoppersignup.com/s/vsejt2
Preregistration is required: https://grasshoppersignup.com/s/vsejt2
Cribbage, anyone? Check out these locally made 4-player cribbage boards; complete with magnetic lid, cards, and pins. Everything you need, all in one beautifully crafted set! With many designs to choose from, they make a great gift or a fun addition to your own game collection. Approx. 10.75" across and 1.5" tall. Available at the Schmeeckle Reserve Gift Shop—stop in and pick your favorite!
Looking for a way to get your hands dirty while enjoying the lovely weather this weekend? Plant a tree tomorrow morning in honor of Earth Week at Schmeeckle! Silvertree, LLC and the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve sponsored 250 saplings to be planted.
When: Sunday, April 26, check-in at 9 a.m.
Where: Meet at the visitor center. (2419 North Point Drive)
What to bring: Where long pants and closed-toe shoes. Boots could be helpful for some wetter areas. Bring a water bottle and gloves, if you have them. (Water and gloves will also be provided.)
We hope to see you there!
When: Sunday, April 26, check-in at 9 a.m.
Where: Meet at the visitor center. (2419 North Point Drive)
What to bring: Where long pants and closed-toe shoes. Boots could be helpful for some wetter areas. Bring a water bottle and gloves, if you have them. (Water and gloves will also be provided.)
We hope to see you there!
Looking for a unique gift? Themed card decks make the perfect pick! From bird identification to foraging tips to daily encouragement, there’s something for every interest. Stop by the Gift Shop at Schmeeckle to browse our wide selection.
Yesterday was a perfect day for a prescribed burn! A special thank you to the UWSP Fire Crew, whose members conducted a burn on the Zimmerman Prairie and Oak Savanna near the visitor center. Fire is an essential part of a healthy prairie ecosystem, removing woody shrubs and invasives, recycling nutrients, and stimulating new growth of prairie grasses and flowers. Be sure to stop by and watch as the prairie greens up this spring!
