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Refuge, research, education and recreation. These are the core priorities of Schmeeckle Reserve, the 280-acre natural area located on the north end of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point campus and run by the College of Natural Resources. Since 1978 Schmeeckle has been a fixture of campus life, providing a place for students and community members […]

Step into nature at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this fall with family nature programs offered free and 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. Attendees should meet at the Menzel Pavilion, located near the […]

Explore the natural world 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, Nov. 1. Themed “Night […]

The annual photography, artwork and writing contest inspired by the natural beauty of Schmeeckle Reserve is underway. Submissions for the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve annual Writing, Art and Photo Contest will be accepted until Friday, Dec. 6, at 5 p.m. The contest aims to raise awareness of the reserve and the Friends group, whose members […]

Explore the blooming landscape at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this spring. The annual Spring Candlelight Hike will be held at the reserve, 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, from 7-9:30 p.m., Friday, May 3. Themed “Hopping into Spring,” this family-friendly event offers torch-lit trails, character programs at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., […]