Events

All events located at Lakeshore State Park unless otherwise indicated

 

March 16th: Spring Equinox Hike, 11:00am-12:00pm (North Entrance)

The Spring Equinox represents new life & new beginnings and encourages new ideas. As the time of equal day & night, it also represents balance & contrast.  Join us for a walk through LSP to observe the signs of winter trying to hold on & look for signs of Spring trying to break through. Embrace this joyful change of seasons and allow the energy of Spring to reawaken your senses. Meet at the Park’s north entrance, just west of Discovery World. All ages and abilities welcome!

March 17th: Alternative St. Patrick’s Day Hike, 12:00pm-1:00pm (North Entrance) 

Buck the trend and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a relaxing nature hike at Lakeshore State Park! Learn about the history and construction of Lakeshore and observe waterfowl taking advantage of the warming weather. Wear green and don’t forget your binoculars and bird identifying book or app! Meet at the Park’s north entrance, just west of Discovery World. All ages and abilities welcome!

Saturday, March 23rd: Spring Migration Hike—9:30-10:30am  

Did you know there are over 100 species of birds that call the park home? Walk through Lakeshore State Park with Master Naturalist, Anne Duffy, and learn the basics of urban bird watching and watch for the over 70 migratory birds that reside annually! Hike with us multiple times throughout the season to see how populations change over time. All ages and abilities welcome. Bring your own binoculars if desired, as there are a limited number to check out. Meet at the North Entrance, just in front of Discovery World.

Save the Date for these future events!

Saturday, April 20 time TBA. Milwaukee Riverkeeper Cleanup

Saturday, April 20 time TBA. Rock the Green at Harley Davidson Museum

Wednesday, May 15 6pm-8:30pm. Evening bonfire with smore’s

Wednesday, June 19 6pm-8:30pm. Evening bonfire with smore’s

Sunday, July 7 time TBA. Brunch By the Beach with food trucks

Wednesday, July 23 6pm-8:30pm. Evening bonfire with smore’s

Wednesday, August 21 6pm-8:30pm. Evening bonfire with smore’s

Saturday, September 7 time TBD. Music, Food and Art

Wednesday, September 18 5:30pm-7:30pm. Evening bonfire with smore’s

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Upcoming Events in the Park

Lakeshore State Park offers educational programs for teachers, community organizations, private events and the general public. The programs emphasize sustainability and stewardship of our natural and freshwater resources. These experiences are geared toward learners of all ages, and include walks, tours, lectures, hands-on outdoor activities and laboratory exercises.

Canine Stowaway Used with permission of Tim Ritter

Events

Natural History Hikes

Wildlife Hikes

Kids Fishing Clinics

Invasive Plant Removal

Ornithology Hikes

Beach Bonfires

An interactive nature walk sign in LSP

Activities

Interactive Nature Walks

Fishing

Bird Watching

Kayaking

Paddleboarding

Kitesurfing

Sailing

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School Groups and Community Organizations

Lakeshore State Park offers educational programs for teachers, community organizations, private events and the general public. The programs emphasize sustainability and stewardship of our natural and freshwater resources. These experiences are geared toward learners of all ages, and include walks, tours, lectures, hands-on outdoor activities and laboratory exercises.