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Fall Candlelight Hike Festival

October 24, 2025 @ 6:00 pm 9:00 pm

Join us for the “Schmeeckle Spies: Masters of Disguise” as we meet Wisconsin’s cleanup crew. Walk half-mile, 1-mile, and 1.5-mile loop trails lit by torches and hundreds of jack-o’-lanterns through the autumn woods and around Lake Joanis. Arrive and leave when you like!

Cost: Suggested donation of $4/person or $10/family helps fund future programs and events.

“Schmeeckle Spies: Masters of Disguise” Character programs: Family-friendly programs presented by environmental interpretation students take place at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. in the Pankowski Friends Amphitheater.

Other events all evening:
— Live animals on display
— Popcorn, hot chocolate, and s’mores for sale
— Passport stations featuring hands-on activities

Pets: Please note that pets are not allowed in the Reserve, except for service animals.

Free Donations encourged.

Help make the hike a success by volunteering! From carving pumpkins to greeting visitors, there is something for everyone! Contact us at info@friendsofschmeeckle.org.

Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center

2419 North Point Drive
Stevens Point, Wisconsin 54481 United States
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715-346-4992
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