Hunt Hill is a nature preserve and learning center, open to all, dedicated to fostering the understanding, appreciation, and protection of the environment.
Bat Roost Count Saturday, July 23, 2022 The baby bats have taken to the air! Join Hunt Hill in completing a second roost count after the babies have emerged to help get an idea of the bat’s population change over the summer. Participants need not have participated in the previous count to attend. Location: Hunt Hill …
Fungi Walk with Tavis Lynch Saturday, July 30, 2022 Join local mushroom aficionado, Tavis Lynch, on a walk around Hunt Hill’s trails to identify some fascinating fungi. You will learn about both edible and non-edible species and their ecological role. Location: Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Program Fee: $5/person Registration …
Spider Webs with Larry Weber Date: Saturday, August 13, 2022 Breakfast served: 8:00 am to 9:45 am Nature program: 10:00 am – 11:00 am Breakfast Price: $7/person $3/child ages 5-12 years old Free for children ages 4 and under Program Fee: Free Registration is not required. Get caught up in the world of spider webs! Learn from …
“Ma’iingan” (Wolves) and the Ojibwe with Peter David Date: Saturday, August 27, 2022 Breakfast served: 8:00 am to 9:45 am Nature program: 10:00 am – 11:00 am Breakfast Price: $7/person $3/child ages 5-12 years old Free for children ages 4 and under Program Fee: Free Registration is not required. Peter David, recently retired wildlife biologist with the Great Lakes …
Kristin Hanson from Out There Nordic in Rice Lake will be reviewing the basics of Nordic Walking (an enhanced walking technique using poles to engage the upper and lower body), and then she will lead you on a hike to practice on the trails at Hunt Hill. Hiking poles will be available to borrow, but you are encouraged to bring …
Night Sky Apps Saturday, September 24, 2022 Learn about night sky identification using astronomy and lunar apps. We will also try to unlock some of the night sky photography capabilities of smartphones. Location: Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary Time: 7:00 pm Program Fee: $5/person Hunt Hill Members: Free Registration required. To register, visit https://hunthill.org/nature-apps/.
Kristin Hanson from Out There Nordic in Rice Lake will be reviewing the basics of Nordic Walking (an enhanced walking technique using poles to engage the upper and lower body), and then she will lead you on a hike to practice on the trails at Hunt Hill. Hiking poles will be available to borrow, but you are encouraged to bring …
Christmas Bird Count Sunday, December 18, 2022 Participate in the National Audubon Society’s 123rd Christmas Bird Count (CBC)! The count is the longest running citizen science program in the world and involves volunteers traveling assigned routes to count birds. The Christmas Bird Count is open to all levels of birding experience and ability. Location: Meet at Hunt Hill …