Meet at the Wildcat Visitor Center and we will caravan to the spot with the best blooms!

Be prepared for a rugged, 2 mile hike.

For more information, email brandie.myhre@wisconsin.gov, call 608-337-4775 or stop at the park office.You can also find more events by scanning the QR code on the flyer. Vehicle admission sticker required unless otherwise noted.

Join certified yoga instructor Sam Hudnall for a nature immersed and inspired session. The event is beginner friendly: all levels and skills are welcome. Bringing a mat or towel is recommended.

This event is weather dependent and will take place at the upper picnic area.

For more information, email brandie.myhre@wisconsin.gov, call 608-337-4775 or stop by the park office. You can also find more programs by scanning the QR code on the flyer. Vehicle admission sticker or a day pass is required.

Thanks to the Friends of Wildcat Mountain State Park and the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks for sponsoring Wildcat special events.

Meet at the Wildcat Visitor Center and we will caravan to the spot with the best blooms!

Be prepared for a rugged, 2 mile hike.

For more information, email brandie.myhre@wisconsin.gov, call 608-337-4775 or stop at the park office.You can also find more events by scanning the QR code on the flyer. Vehicle admission sticker required unless otherwise noted.

Hike, snowshoe, or ski a 1.5 mile torchlit trail, warm up around a roaring campfire, and gaze up

at the stars. Refreshments will be available.

5-7 PM John Heasley of Driftless Stargazing, LLC will be hosting a stargazing activity, weather

permitting. Bring binoculars and learn to use them for stargazing.

Programs may be canceled due to inclement weather.

Want to learn more about wild plants and how to identify them? Join the Kickapoo Valley Plant Lookers on their monthly plant study along the Hemlock Trail.

The study will focus on the floodplain forest, the wet cliff and the hemlock relicts. Each month, the same trail/route will be used to observe the same plants in different stages of growth.

The Hemlock trail is moderate to difficult with some steep sections leading up to the overlook. The trail can be wet and slippery. Sturdy shoes and bug repellent are recommended.

The event will be held rain or shine.

Please meet in the Lower Picnic area parking lot.

Become a “backyard astronomer” with help from the Northwest Suburban Astronomers. Observe deep sky objects through telescopes. Learn to use constellations and other “landmarks” to find space objects.

Want to learn more about wild plants and how to identify them? Join the Kickapoo Valley Plant Lookers on their monthly plant study along the Hemlock Trail.

The study will focus on the floodplain forest, the wet cliff and the hemlock relicts. Each month, the same trail/route will be used to observe the same plants in different stages of growth.

The Hemlock trail is moderate to difficult with some steep sections leading up to the overlook. The trail can be wet and slippery. Sturdy shoes and bug repellent are recommended.

The event will be held rain or shine.

Please meet in the Lower Picnic area parking lot.

Steve’s music is a combination of some of that bluegrass style mixed with many popular, old-style country tunes from Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash and Marty Robbins, as well as some '70s type singer/songwriters like John Prine, Jim Croce, John Denver, James Taylor and of course, Gordon Lightfoot. There might even be a little fancy guitar picking thrown in. Hopefully, there will be something for everyone.

Join Terry at Wildcat Mountain as she tells folktales and scary stories.

Want to learn more about wild plants and how to identify them? Join the Kickapoo Valley Plant Lookers on their monthly plant study along the Hemlock Trail.

The study will focus on the floodplain forest, the wet cliff and the hemlock relicts. Each month, the same trail/route will be used to observe the same plants in different stages of growth.

The Hemlock trail is moderate to difficult with some steep sections leading up to the overlook. The trail can be wet and slippery. Sturdy shoes and bug repellent are recommended.

The event will be held rain or shine.

Please meet in the Lower Picnic area parking lot.

*****Canceled due to weather! ****

Blending his jazz background with the sounds of Indigenous music from around the globe, Ryan's music honors his deep spiritual connection to the earth and nature while providing a context for his personal expression through organic sound.

Join Abbey from River Valley Raptors for an interactive program about raptors. Meet some live raptors and learn about the differences between their adaptations and why they are so important to the Coulee Region.

Want to learn more about wild plants and how to identify them? Join the Kickapoo Valley Plant Lookers on their monthly plant study along the Hemlock Trail.

The study will focus on the floodplain forest, the wet cliff and the hemlock relicts. Each month, the same trail/route will be used to observe the same plants in different stages of growth.

The Hemlock trail is moderate to difficult with some steep sections leading up to the overlook. The trail can be wet and slippery. Sturdy shoes and bug repellent are recommended.

The event will be held rain or shine.

Please meet in the Lower Picnic area parking lot.

Hike, snowshoe, or ski a 1.5 mile torchlit trail, warm up around a roaring campfire, and gaze up at the stars. Refreshments will be available.

5-7 PM John Heasley of Driftless Stargazing, LLC will be hosting a stargazing activity, weather permitting. Four planets and an almost full moon will be lighting up the sky. Bring binoculars and learn to use them for stargazing.

Programs may be canceled due to inclement weather.

Solar Viewing

August 4 Time: 1:00-4:00

Join the Northwest Suburban Astronomers to view the sun. Look through special telescope lenses to get a glimpse of the sun’s surface.

Meet at the Group Camps

Night Sky

August 3 8:00 PM

Become a “backyard astronomer” with help from the Northwest Suburban Astronomers. Observe deep sky objects through telescopes. Learn to use constellations and other “landmarks” to find space objects.

Meet at the Amphitheater at 8 to see the presentation "Our Milky Way" by Tom Auchter before walking out to the group camp to look at the night skies through provided telescopes. Reminder that no car headlights, no white light flashlights or phone flashlights are allowed at group camp to preserve night vision for all. Red lights are perfectly acceptable. No laser pointers please.

Music in the Park

Mike Munson

July 26 7 PM

Mike Munson is an adept slide guitar player with a reverence for the history and evolution of American music. He deftly blends dark themes and heavy rhythms into songs that range from danceable to meditative. His sound marks the similarities between blues, American primitive guitar and early rock and roll.

“ The Unhuggables”

July 20 7 PM

Join Scott Lee as he presents on various critters that people aren’t real comfortable with. The ones we don’t want to hug. The program will include a live ball python as well as a wolf, skunk, and several other pelts, an owl mount, skulls, and other “Hands on optional” animal props.

Meet at the Amphitheater

Raptors

July 13 7PM

Join Abbey Krumrie, from River Valley Raptors for an interactive program about raptors. Meet some live raptors and learn about the differences between their adaptations.

Please, no pets, because they may scare the raptors.

Meet at the Amphitheater

“ Tales by Terry”

July 6 7 PM

A natural storyteller, Terry told stories to students in her classroom for years. She now weaves stories for all ages. With her high energy performances, Terry engages her listeners and takes them on a journey of the imagination.

Join Terry at Wildcat Mountain as she tells folktales and scary stories.

Meet at the Amphitheater

Music in the Park

Ryan Meisel

June 29 7PM

Blending his background in jazz with the sounds of indigenous music from around the globe, Ryan's music honors his deep spiritual connection to the earth and nature while providing a context for his personal expression through organic sound. Ryan performs live saxophones, Native flutes, indigenous woodwinds, whistles, and electronic wind instruments, to his pre-recorded accompaniment of drums, shakers, bells, rattles, world percussion and electronics. Ryan's show is thought provoking, energetic, and accessible to all ages.

Music in the Park

Steve Lankford

June 15 7 PM

Steve’s music is a combination of some of that Bluegrass style mixed with many popular, old style Country tunes, Merle Haggard. Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins, as well as some 70s type singer/songwriters like John Prine, Jim Croce, John Denver, James Taylor, and of course, Gordon Lightfoot, my personal favorite. There might even be a little fancy guitar picking thrown in as well. Hopefully, there will be something for everyone. Looking forward to a fun time.

Bird Hike

June 8th 7AM

Join local birder Kelly Rueckheim for a morning of birding. If you just want to learn about birding or if you’re looking to add a few birds to your life list, you are welcome to join us. All skill levels are welcome to attend. We will be looking for a variety of birds that breed in the area. Bring your binoculars. See you there.

Meet at the Ice Cave Lot

Learn to Fly Fish Session 2:

LEARN TO FLY FISH SESSION 1: TIE ONE UP

Universe in the Park:

Bring along friends and family to join park staff and the Friends of Wildcat Mountain State Park for this fun annual stewardship event and celebration of Earth Month.

Participate in individual and family friendly activities that help enhance Wildcat Mountain State Park.

Activities may include tree planting, campground and trail clean up, invasive species removal, picnic table maintenance and litter clean-up. Bring sturdy footwear, and some work gloves. Refreshments

will be provided by the Friends of Wildcat Mountain State Park.

After volunteering, we encourage you to stay and recreate in the park for the afternoon!