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Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham Peak Unit

Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham Peak Unit

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The Kettle Moraine and Lapham Peak were formed 10,000 years ago when a glacier covered much of Wisconsin. Lapham Peak's glaciated topography provides excellent hiking, backpacking, and cross-country skiing on lighted trails. Climb a 45-foot observation tower atop the highest point in Waukesha County (1,233 feet above sea level).

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    Mycology and Wild Edibles

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    Join Ben Wiedenman of Pink Teepee Farms in Ottawa to learn about the world of mycology and wild edibles!

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    Flora Hike

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    Discover Wisconsin's stunning native plants!

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    Butterfly Garden Photo Shoot with Art’s Cameras Plus

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    Join us at the Hausmann Nature Center at Lapham Peak for a fun and inspiring photography meet-up!

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    Bees & Beekeeping

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    Learn about bees and beekeeping from Andy the Bee Guy from Hemken Honey.

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    Universe In The Park With UW Astronomy

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    Join the UW Astronomy Department at Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham Peak Unit to learn about our universe.

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    Trees: Our Superheroes!

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    Join Master Naturalist Judy Salus as she presents a family-friendly program about the importance of trees through fun facts and activities.

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    Glacial Landforms Hike

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    Join the Naturalist for a hike on the Kame Terrace Trail. Learn about the glacial history of the Kettle Moraine and see glacial landforms. This is an “easy” 2-mile hike on a non-paved trail with some hilly terrain (60-90 minutes). All ages welcome.

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    Walk with the Naturalist

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    Join our Naturalist for walk on the to learn about the natural history of Lapham Peak. This walk is on an “easy”, paved, ADA-compliant path with slight elevation gain. The walk will be about 1 mile and last about 1 hour. All ages and abilities…

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    Migratory Birds

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    Join us for a discussion about the birds you might see and hear throughout Lapham Peak, from the melodic sound of the American robin to the elusive wood thrush.

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    Wisconsin Phenology: Cycles Of Change In A Changing Landscape

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    Phenology, or the study of nature's cycles, is a science that requires us to analyze the complex network of systems that come together to create our seasons, our climate, our environment and our place within nature.

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