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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., […]

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, Oct. 27. Themed “Totally […]

The College of Natural Resources (CNR) at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has named a new director of its Treehaven field station in Tomahawk. Laural Harder, Wausau, began her new role this spring. With an extensive background in recreation administration, volunteer management and community engagement, Harder brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this […]

This April, explore the natural ways of animals and plants through free programs at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve. Family Nature Programs are led by UW-Stevens Point students. Be prepared to go outside and dress for the weather. Meet at the Visitor Center unless otherwise noted. The following programs will be offered in […]

Explore the natural world at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this March. Nature programs are free and open to the public, led by UW-Stevens Point students. Be prepared to go outside, and dress for the weather. Meet at the Visitor Center, 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. The following programs will be offered […]

Schmeeckle Reserve is now more accessible for people of all abilities, thanks to a fundraising project completed by the Friends of Schmeeckle earlier this fall. A new accessible fishing pier and resurfaced Lake Loop Trail were dedicated Sept. 29. The new pier extends 70 feet into the lake, offering outstanding views, access to deeper water […]

From family nature programs to the fall Candlelight Hike Festival on Friday, Oct. 28, learn and explore at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Schmeeckle Reserve this October. Share creations inspired by the reserve in the 9th Annual Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve Writing, Art and Photo Contest. The Candlelight Hike Festival, “Lights of the Night,” will […]

Join a free nature scavenger hunt through the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Central Wisconsin Environmental Station (CWES) on Saturday, Oct. 15, as part of the Wisconsin Science Festival. The “BioBlitz” will be held from 3-4 p.m. at the Eagon Preserve, 10365 Flume Road, Rosholt, offering participants the opportunity to find and identify as many species […]

The popular Candlelight Hike Festival will return to Schmeeckle Reserve at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point this spring. The event will be held Friday, May 6, from 7-9:30 p.m. This year’s festival theme is “Schmeeckle: The Musical.” UW-Stevens Point students will present brief programs and skits and lead craft stations in and around the Visitor […]