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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New in the gift shop: handcrafted wooden glow lights! Each light is handmade in Minnesota and features a nature-inspired design. A beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece for your home or cabin, or a thoughtful gift for the nature lover in your life. Come take a look next time you're at the Visitor Center! Open 9 AM – 4 PM daily
While we're still a few months out from the spooky season, it's never too early to give some of Schmeeckle's "creepy" critters some love! Come meet them on July 30 at 5:30 p.m. and hear all about how bats, flying squirrels, and American crows benefit their ecosystems in this free, all ages program.
For more information, please visit the event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/191b6SrhRf/
Red bat (4a) by Chris Harshaw; CC BY-SA 3.0
For more information, please visit the event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/191b6SrhRf/
Red bat (4a) by Chris Harshaw; CC BY-SA 3.0
Get lost in Wisconsin — one page at a time!
Our gift shop shelves are stocked with everything you need to know (and a few things you didn't) about the Badger State. From trail guides to tales of the strange and spooky, there's a book here for every kind of explorer.
🥾 Hiking, biking & paddling guides
🌸 Wildflower & wildlife field guides
👻 Myths, mysteries & haunted history
🏘️ Small-town road trip inspiration
Whether you're planning your next adventure or just love a good local legend, stop in and find your next read!
Our gift shop shelves are stocked with everything you need to know (and a few things you didn't) about the Badger State. From trail guides to tales of the strange and spooky, there's a book here for every kind of explorer.
🥾 Hiking, biking & paddling guides
🌸 Wildflower & wildlife field guides
👻 Myths, mysteries & haunted history
🏘️ Small-town road trip inspiration
Whether you're planning your next adventure or just love a good local legend, stop in and find your next read!
Ever wanted to see what a baby dragonfly looks like? Well this is your chance!
Join Schmeeckle student naturalists at 11:00 a.m. on July 21 and dive into the wonderful underwater world to meet the animals that call the creek floor home. This program is free and all ages are welcome. While we don't plan on going for a swim, we will be looking for critters in trays of water, so please wear clothing you are comfortable getting wet.
For more information, visit the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/185yfhEiMo/
Join Schmeeckle student naturalists at 11:00 a.m. on July 21 and dive into the wonderful underwater world to meet the animals that call the creek floor home. This program is free and all ages are welcome. While we don't plan on going for a swim, we will be looking for critters in trays of water, so please wear clothing you are comfortable getting wet.
For more information, visit the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/185yfhEiMo/
Our dedicated volunteers have been working hard over the past week to dismantle the old boardwalk on the Sedge Meadow Trail that leads to the lake. Construction will start soon on a wider, more universally accessible boardwalk! Looking to work on your own project? The lumber from the old boardwalk is available for FREE on a first-come, first-served basis in the gravel overflow lot near the visitor center. The boards are all green treated. Please use caution when picking up the lumber, as it has sharp edges and screws.
Fan favorites! These top sellers in the Schmeeckle Reserve Gift Shop fly off the shelves for good reason.
Planning a hike this week? Make a stop at the Visitor Center while you're here! Here's what's waiting inside: snacks, drinks, and ice cream treats. Live critters to visit. Rocking chairs overlooking the bird & wildlife viewing area.
We'd love to see you! Open daily 9am–4pm.
Planning a hike this week? Make a stop at the Visitor Center while you're here! Here's what's waiting inside: snacks, drinks, and ice cream treats. Live critters to visit. Rocking chairs overlooking the bird & wildlife viewing area.
We'd love to see you! Open daily 9am–4pm.
