Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit
The Kettle Moraine–Northern Unit is comprised of about 30,000 acres stretching 30 miles across Sheboygan, Fond du Lac, and Washington Counties. The forest is managed for multiple use, including recreation management, sustainable forest products, water quality and soil protection, terrestrial and aquatic wildlife, native biological diversity, and aesthetics.
Schedules of Northern Unit and other DNR events: dnr.wisconsin.gov/event
PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
Friends Sponsored Events- Join Us!
Friends Board Meeting
Thursday, January 27 starting at 6:00 pm, Ice Age Visitor Center
Anyone is welcome to attend the Friends Board meetings. Interested and dedicated people are invited to join the board at any time. For more information contact the Friends at friendsofthekettlemoraine@gmail.com or call (920) 313-1566
Snow Sports Tri-it Day
Saturday, January 10
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Greenbush Recreation Area Shelter (N5854 Kettle Moraine Drive, Glenbeulah – between Hwy 67 and County Road T near Greenbush)
Make your way to the Greenbush Recreation Area to learn more about cross-country skiing, fat-tire biking, and snowshoeing. There will be hands-on demonstrations, equipment displays, and trail ventures. Bring your sleds as the sledding hill will be ready for all you daredevils. Bring cash to purchase a steaming bowl of soup, a tasty sandwich, a sweet treat and/or a hot beverage in the heated shelter. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Kettle Moraine, Northern Kettle Moraine Nordic Ski Club, Sheboygan County Cycling, and Attitude Sports of Fond du Lac. For a schedule of the day’s events, go to kmnorthfriends.org. A Wisconsin State Park System vehicle admission sticker is required for parking.
Walk When the Moon is Full
Sunday, February 1
6:00-7:45 pm
Forest Headquarters (N1175 County Road G, Campbellsport)
We will share some full moon facts and legends as we traverse the two-mile Tamarack Trail around Mauthe Lake. Dress for the weather including snow boots and ice creepers. This walk is best for folks over the age of eight years old.
Tracking on Snowshoes
Saturday, February 14
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Ice Age Visitor Center (W2875 Hwy 67, Campbellsport)
By just looking at a track, we can figure out what animal passed through the area. Master some of the tricks of tracking animals in winter and figure out the stories of their snowy adventures as we travel by snowshoes. Snowshoes are provided for those who need them. To register call 920-313-1566 by Feb. 10. This program is best for people over eight years old.
Welcome Spring Sunrise Hike
Saturday, March 21
7:00-8:45 am
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area/Tamarack Trail (N1490 County Road GGG, Campbellsport)
On this first day of spring, join us as we explore how nature welcomes this new season. We will walk the two-mile Tamarack Trail around Mauthe Lake. Make sure to wear appropriate footwear as the trail may be snowy or wet. This program is best for spring hikers over eight years old. A Wisconsin State Park System vehicle admission sticker is required for parking.
Friends Board Meeting
Tuesday, April 14, starting at 6:00 pm, Ice Age Visitor Center
Anyone is welcome to attend the Friends Board meetings. Interested and dedicated people are invited to join the board at any time. For more information contact the Friends at friendsofthekettlemoraine@gmail.com or call (920) 313-1566
Sky Dancers and Pond Singers Night Hike
Friday, April 24
7:30-9:00 pm
Zillmer Trail Area (W833 County Road SS, Campbellsport between County Road G and Hwy 67 near New Prospect)
An early spring evening is the perfect time to search for those incredible sky dancers, woodcock and snipe. As the sky darkens, we will tune into those nighttime pond singers, the frogs. This night hike is best for those over six years old. A Wisconsin State Park System vehicle admission sticker is required for parking.
Work Play Earth Day
Saturday, April 25
8:30 am-12:00 pm
Mauthe Lake Recreation Area (N1490 County Road GGG, Campbellsport)
Help give the Mauthe Lake Recreation Area a spring cleaning. Join others for a morning of camaraderie, litter pickup, and simple maintenance projects. Community groups are encouraged to participate. Bring your own gloves. Garbage bags, other tools, water, and snacks will be provided. Go to the Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Picnic Shelter to get your area assignment. To register groups, call 262-626-2116. A Wisconsin State Park System vehicle admission sticker is required for parking.