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Explore the outdoors at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this fall, with the annual fall candlelight hike and family nature programs offered free and open to the public. The annual Fall Candlelight Hike will be held at the reserve, 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, from 6-9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30. Themed “The […]

An invasive fish species recently detected in Lake Joanis is creating an opportunity for UW-Stevens Point students to take part in real-world research while helping scientists better understand and respond to the potential threat. Round gobies were recently found in Lake Joanis, the 24-acre lake located within Schmeeckle Reserve on the UW-Stevens Point campus. Faculty […]

Start the summer off outdoors at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve with free programming open to the public. Join student naturalists for free, family-friendly programs that will explore the natural world. All programs meet at the Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center, 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. Programs include: More programs for all ages will […]

A new seasonal event, the Spring Celebration, comes to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this May. The event will be held Sunday, May 3, from 1-4 p.m. The celebration’s theme is “Sounds of Spring.” It is open to the public, free of charge, but donations are appreciated. A donation of $4/person or $10/family […]

Welcome the spring season at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve with free family nature programs open to the public this April. Led by UW-Stevens Point natural resources students studying environmental education and interpretation, the programs will be offered in April. Programs will take place at Schmeeckle Reserve, 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. Please […]

Step into nature at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this spring with free family nature programs open to the public. Led by UW-Stevens Point natural resources students studying environmental education and interpretation, the programs will be offered in March. Programs will take place at Schmeeckle Reserve, 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. Please dress […]

When University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point student Lukas Elliott enrolled in college for the first time, he thought he had found the right path. He began his academic journey at a small private school in Mequon, studying early childhood education. It didn’t take long, however, for him to realize it wasn’t the right fit. “College is […]

Step into nature at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this fall with free family nature programs open to the public. Led by UW-Stevens Point natural resources students studying environmental education and interpretation, the programs will be offered in November and December. Programs will take place at Schmeeckle Reserve, 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. […]

Explore the outdoors at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this fall, with the annual candlelight hike and family nature programs offered free and open to the public. The annual Fall Candlelight Hike will be held at the reserve, 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, from 6-9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24. Themed “Schmeeckle Spies: […]

Explore all the outdoor fun the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve has in store this summer. Schmeeckle Reserve will host two “Nature Explorers” day camps June 16-26 and July 7-17 for children entering 3rd-6th grade. These camps will lead hands-on activities, including child-centered discovery hikes, wildlife watching, catching frogs and other pond animals, canoeing […]

The fun-filled evening Candlelight Hike Festival returns to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this May. The event will be held Friday, May 2, from 7-9:30 p.m. This year’s festival theme is “Fantastic Critters and Where to Find Them.” It is open to the public, free of charge, but donations are appreciated. The community […]

Explore everything nature has to offer at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this April. Family Nature Programs are free, open to the public and led by UW-Stevens Point students studying environmental education and interpretation . Be prepared to go outside and dress for the weather. Meet at the Visitor Center, 2419 North Point […]