Friends of the Bird Sanctuary host the Bountiful Barrens Fest on July 15, 2015

Friends Of the Bird Sanctuary

Bountiful Barrens Fest!!!

When: Wednesday, July 15, 2015, 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm.

Where: Douglas County Wildlife Area, Just South of Solon
Springs, HWY 53, West on Cty. Hwy M. to Bird Road.

Why: The Barrens are waiting for you to enjoy!

3:10 Kick off: Douglas County Barrens Day Proclamation

3:20-8:00 Hikes into the Barrens With Local Experts: Birds,
Butterflies, Botany and Barrens Section of the NORTH COUNTRY
TRAIL* Hikes Leaving every 45 min.*

3:20-8:00 Presentations: Local History, Native American Culture,
Natural History of the Barrens, Fur Bearers and their Secrets,
Restoring the Barren Landscape in Wisconsin *Presentations and
Demonstrations Throughout the Event*

6:00- 7:30 Trail Riding! Bring your Horse and Ride along through
this remarkable landscape.

5:30- Picnic Supper with Friends and Neighbors. Barrens Burgers,
hotdogs and snacks provided.

9:00: Night Time in the Barrens: Wolf Howling, Star Gazing, Night
Jars

Get to know this Globally Significant Place in the
Northwest Sands of Douglas County, Wisconsin.

Hosted By Friends of the Bird Sanctuary and supported with a grant from
Friends of Wisconsin State Parks www.fotbs.com