Friends Programs and Events Calendar

The Friends of Schmeeckle host several programs and events throughout the year. Explore upcoming events below.

Latest Past Events

Beneficial Bats

Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point

Are bats the bloodsucking monsters of our nightmares or nature’s helpful heroes? Come learn about how these creatures of the night benefit us and our ecosystem with their nocturnal feeding habits! Email us to register for this program. Include the program title, number in your group, and phone number.

Spring Candlelight Hike Festival

Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point

Join us for a "fluttering frenzy" and walk torch-lit half-mile and 1-mile loop trails through the spring woods. Arrive and leave when you like! Cost: Suggested donation of $4/person or $10/family helps fund future programs and events. "Fluttering Frenzy" character programs: Family-friendly programs presented by environmental interpretation students take place at 7:30 and 8:30 p.m.

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Fall Candlelight Hike Festival

Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point

Join us as we explore the "Lights of the Night" and 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 $2/person or $5/family helps fund future programs and events. "Lights of the

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Free