Meet at the visitor center then carpool through Crex to watch sharp-tailed grouse dance on their leks and learn about management! Some hiking on uneven ground may be required. RSVPs are required to attend. Space is limited to 15 attendees. For more information, contact Lauren Thomas at 715-641-0406 or lauren.finch@wisconsin.gov

Join us on Saturday, May 11 for a day full of fun events! The schedule for the day is as follows: 5:30 a.m. - Sharptail Tour - Learn all about sharp-tailed grouse and their habitat. This tour is led by Natural Resources Educator, Lauren Thomas. Meet at the visitor center then carpool out into the…

Join retired WDNR Biologist, Bruce Bacon, as he captures and bands songbirds with mist nets. Participants will be able to hold, release, and photograph the birds. RSVP required, space is limited.

Join educators Lauren Thomas and Dicey Spring for a workshop on how to start bird watching! This course will focus on the basics of bird identification and will specifically cover bird watching in your own backyard. Snacks and beverages will be provided to participants at break times. Be prepared to spend part of the class…

Want to get up close and personal with sharp-tailed grouse? This is your chance! Once again, we are happy to offer viewing blinds at Crex Meadows this spring. There are two blinds available this spring. To reserve your blind, simply find a date with tickets available and purchase a single $5 ticket for your entire…

We encouraged anyone who has volunteered with us in any capacity to join us at our volunteer appreciation event. Tour with us through the meadows to look at wildflowers. We will stop at several locations to view flowers. Hiking will be minimal, but we will walk off the road through vegetation. We may encounter poison…

Join us to learn about butterfly photography! John Pennoyer and Mike Prokosch will once again be leading a photography workshop- this time focusing on butterflies. Start in the classroom from 10:00 a.m. with a lunch break around noon. Please bring your own sack lunch. Some snacks will be provided. After lunch, we will head into…

Join wildlife educators for an outdoor camp that offers a unique experience for kids aged 8-11 to learn about science, outdoor skills, and wildlife. Limited to 20 students. RSVP is required. This is day camp. Students must be dropped off and picked up each day.

Help DNR wildlife management staff capture, band, and release ducks. Begin at the visitor center to receive information and instruction, then caravan to the banding site. Space is limited and RSVPs are required!! Please call Lauren Thomas at (715) 641-0406 to be added to our waitlist. Limited to ages 8+.  

This event is hosted by Raised at Full Draw. Complete details and registration are available on their website. You can click here to visit their site and register. Learn the basics of shooting a bow, from traditional to modern archery. Attendance is limited to 10 people.