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 restocked notecards and greeting cards — and added brand-new sticker sheets — from Earth Sky + Water! This small, employee-owned company creates beautifully accurate, nature-inspired designs, from realistic butterflies and birds to fish, all illustrated by American artisans and regional nature experts. Everything is designed and printed right here in the USA on recycled paper.
Perfect for decorating a journal, water bottle, or just sending a little nature-inspired hello. Stop in and see the new styles!
Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | 9 AM – 4 PM daily
Perfect for decorating a journal, water bottle, or just sending a little nature-inspired hello. Stop in and see the new styles!
Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | 9 AM – 4 PM daily
We had a great response to our new Adventurist Backpack Co. line in the gift shop at Schmeeckle Reserve. New colors have been added to the Summit and Sidekick lines, and we've added the Safari Backpack as a new option.
Adventurist is a Denver, CO-based company that provides meals to families in need with every bag sold. Their bags are made with durable, water-resistant materials and vegan leather straps.
Adventurist is a Denver, CO-based company that provides meals to families in need with every bag sold. Their bags are made with durable, water-resistant materials and vegan leather straps.
Construction update: The Sentry Plaza will be rerouted for a short period this afternoon for the next phase of the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve Legacy Circle sitting wall project. Equipment will be in and out of the plaza during this time. Please follow the marked detour to enter the trail system from the parking lot. See the map for more details.
If you have any questions, feel free to message us or call at 715-346-4992.
If you have any questions, feel free to message us or call at 715-346-4992.
📖 Adventure Publications is one of our favorite book distributors in the gift shop — known for regional field guides covering birds, mammals, trees, wildflowers, and more, along with cookbooks and nature journals. Many titles feature the photography of naturalist Stan Tekiela.
🦋 Most popular identification guides restocked
✨ New titles added to the shelf
Stop by and find your next field companion.
Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | 9 AM – 4 PM daily
🦋 Most popular identification guides restocked
✨ New titles added to the shelf
Stop by and find your next field companion.
Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center | 9 AM – 4 PM daily
Update: Construction for the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve Legacy Circle sitting wall is off to a great start! The plaza has been reopened with all trail entrances and restrooms being accessible to users. The next phase of the project will begin on Monday. If you have any questions, feel free to message us or call at 715-346-4992.
The Sentry Plaza will be CLOSED tomorrow, August 7. The Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve Legacy Circle sitting wall project will begin. Heavy equipment will be in and around the plaza during this time. Please follow the marked detour to enter the trail system from the parking lot. See the map for more details.
This project will take place over the next week. The Sentry Plaza trail access points will only be closed on August 7 with only a small portion of the plaza area being closed the remainder of the project.
A special thank you to the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve for coordinating this project!
If you have any questions, feel free to message us or call at 715-346-4992.
This project will take place over the next week. The Sentry Plaza trail access points will only be closed on August 7 with only a small portion of the plaza area being closed the remainder of the project.
A special thank you to the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve for coordinating this project!
If you have any questions, feel free to message us or call at 715-346-4992.
