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Feel the Furs
Thursday, October 23, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Nature Arts and Crafts Series: Spider Sidekicks
Thursday, October 23, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
There's a lot more to spiders than meets the eye! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a guided craft to make your own spider sidekick and learn more about the many benefits of spiders at…
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Cane Pole Fishing
Friday, October 24, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Cane poles are an efficient and affordable tool for both beginner and expert fishermen. Join a park interpreter at the marina to tackle some fishing the old-fashioned way! Poles and bait will be…
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Build a Bird Feeder
Friday, October 24, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We'll demonstrate how to make one to take home! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin for this fun activity.
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Bike the Park
Friday, October 24, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Join Park Interpreter Sophia at the main pavilion for a morning bike tour of Daisy State Park. Come see the park by bike and learn more about the interesting history of the park. Please bring your…
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Night Owl Prowl
Friday, October 24, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
"Who" wants to join a park interpreter on a quest to talk with our nighttime buddy, the owl? Meet at the amphitheater to learn a few quick interesting points about our feathered friends. Then take a…
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Nature Arts and Crafts: Fall Leaf Prints
Saturday, October 25, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the main pavilion to create a beautiful fall leaf print! We will learn why leaves change in fall as we create a keepsake print or card of Daisy State Park. All materials are…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, October 25, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join park staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life…
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Nature Bookmarks
Saturday, October 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Do you like to read? This is the program for you! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin to make a bookmark out of items found in nature.
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Master Tracker
Saturday, October 25, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Although they might not always be visible, a variety of animals call Daisy State Park their home. Join a park interpreter at the main pavilion to learn how to use animal signs to…
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Art in the Park
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter at the swim beach to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Safety Sense
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
With the right knowledge, you can be prepared for anything! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to identify poisonous plants and how to feel confident on any outdoor adventure.
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Match that Mammal
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to test your knowledge of mammals! We will be using a combination of tracks and furs to identify some of the mammals found here at the park.
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Feel the Furs
Thursday, October 30, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Master Tracker
Thursday, October 30, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Although they might not always be visible, a variety of animals call Daisy State Park their home. Join a park interpreter at the main pavilion to learn how to use animal signs to…
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Bat Behavior
Thursday, October 30, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Bats play a significant role in keeping the ecosystem of Lake Catherine State Park alive! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about these fascinating animals and have the chance to…
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Build a Bird Feeder
Friday, October 31, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We'll demonstrate how to make one to take home! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin for this fun activity.
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Match that Mammal
Friday, October 31, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to test your knowledge of mammals! We will be using a combination of tracks and furs to identify some of the mammals found here at the park.
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All Mallow's Eve
Friday, October 31, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Get ready for a thrilling evening around the campfire! Enjoy the night of All Hallows' Eve with delicious mallows, candy and hot chocolate. Bring a blanket, a chair and your courage while you listen…
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Campfire Trivia and S'mores
Friday, October 31, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Ready to test your state park knowledge and enjoy campfire s'mores? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a night of trivia and s'mores. Bring your brain and your appetite for this exciting…
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