Happenings, Aug 9-10-11

Looks like a good forecast right through the weekend with temps around 80f each day and lots of sun! Here’s one local forecast.

All area trails are in good summer condition.

There’s still a great flower show going on at the Merrimac Preserve which is on the south-eastern border of Devil’s Lake State Park across from Roznos Meadow. If you like wildflowers, you’ll want to check it out. Here’s our post from last weekend with photos and map.

Friday, August 9th, 2019

5:00 pm to 7:30 pm – Friday Fish Fry
The Barn Restaurant will be hosting the Friday Fish Frys at Devil’s Lake outside the Chateau throughout the summer.

8:00 pm to 9:30 pm Park After Dark

Explore the world of nocturnal animals. Bring your sense of adventure and we’ll bring some of our high-tech gear to discover the secrets of the night! The hike will go along the eastern section of the Johnson Moraine Trail and be about a mile and half in length. This program is best for kids 7 and older and adults, but open to “kids” of all ages. Meet at the Steinke Basin Parking Lot.

Saturday, August 10th, 2019

6:30 to 8:30 – Guided Kayak Tour

Go on a kayak adventure at Devil’s Lake! Guides will take you on a 2-hour tour of the lake exploring the geology, history and lake’s wildlife. Space is limited, so you’ll need to preregister. If you need to rent a kayak, please let us know when you register. The rental fee is $25 for a single kayak and $45 for a double. To register, please contact the Nature Center at (608) 356-8301 ext. 140. This program is best for adults and children 10 and older. Meet at the Chateau (North Shore Concessions)

Sunday, August 11th, 2019

8:30 pm to 11:30 pm S’Mores and Perseids (Night 1)

The Perseids Meteor Shower is the most highly visible astronomical event of the year! We’ll bring the fire and the s’more fixings while you bring some lawn chairs or a blanket so you’re comfortable while watching the meteor shower. This program is great for all ages. Meet at the North Shore Boat Launch. A few Perseids can typically be seen each night between July 17 and August 24. But they’ll peak around August 12.

Tuesday, August 13th, 2019

8:30 pm to 11:30 pm S’Mores and Perseids (Night 2)

The Perseids Meteor Shower is the most highly visible astronomical event of the year! We’ll bring the fire and the s’more fixings while you bring some lawn chairs or a blanket so you’re comfortable while watching the meteor shower. This program is great for all ages. Meet at the North Shore Boat Launch. According to NASA, you may be able to see around 15 to 20 meteors an hour during the peak (Monday into Tuesday), Often you can see more, but with the full moon in the sky, they will be harder to see.

Remember, there are always a lot more family activities happening at the Devil’s Lake Nature Center all weekend. Click here for a complete list of activities.

Saturday, August 10th, 2019

1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Smokey Bear’s 75th Birthday Party

Join the party to celebrate Smokey’s birthday. 1 to 1:25 p.m. Smokey Picture taking, Pin the Hat on Smokey Game, and goodie bags for kids (must be present) under 14 (limited quantities). 1:30 p.m. Smokey takes a quick nap and we will read the Smokey Bear true story. 2 p.m. Sing Happy Birthday to Smokey and eat cupcakes, take Smokey pictures. 2:30 p.m. Smokey takes a nap. Meet at the amphitheater. (rain site is the Bluewater Bay Shelter).

6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Earth, Music…Magic: Family Concert with Bill Kehl

Bill Kehl’s “Earth, Music…Magic!” is a fun, interactive and exciting educational musical enrichment presentation featuring primitive musical instruments, and celebrating the creative exploration of human expression through sound. Showcasing a fascinating and colorful collection of unique and authentic musical instruments from all over the world, this event is an engaging performance highlighting songs, stories, humor and joyful spontaneous audience participation. Aspects of ecology, science, history, geography and musicology are interwoven into the program as well, depending upon the age group of the audience. Learning about the natural world and discovering the simple beauty of primitive musical instruments… it’s a magical combination designed to leave you even more inspired about the wonder of our beautiful planet home! Meet at the Beach Shelter.

Saturday, August 10th, 2019

All Day – Baraboo Friends and Neighbor’s Day at Mid-Continent Railway Museum

Join us for a great day on the rails! Meet and greet your friends and neighbors withal enjoying our 55 minute ride in our vintage rail cars and touring our indoor and outdoor displays. (No Museum Charge). Simply come to the ticket office in our historic 1894 depot on August 10th, with your photo ID showing Baraboo Residency. Food will be available or you may picnic in our pavilion. Don’t forget to check out our gift shop! TRAINS DEPARTURES: 11:00AM|1:00PM|3:00PM.
Fees: ADULTS $10 CHILDREN ( 3-17) $5.00 UNDER 3 FREE
– FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 608-522-4261

11:00 am to 5:00 pm – Oschner Park Centennial Celebration

Ochsner Park Centennial in Baraboo will be celebrated with food, games, historical displays and music. Several community groups will be on hand to sell food including brats, burgers, walking tacos, sloppy joes, ice cream and other treats. Old-fashioned and newer games will be held in the park including tug-of-war, sack races and bean bag toss; and a scavenger hunt will be held throughout the park. 2:30 PM Ochsner Centennial Tree Dedication and at 3 PM the Hal Edwards Orchestra will commence a centennial concert and program from the historic Grotophorst bandstand. Free Admission.