October 2009 Events at Wisconsin State Parks, Forests, and Trails
Watchable Wildlife Opportunities and Interpretive Programs

Note: Events and times may change due to weather and other factors beyond our control; please call ahead. Most events are free of charge; State Parks Vehicle Admission Sticker required unless stated otherwise. Check at the park office for additional events not listed.

Take a moonlight hike in a state park or forest when there's a full moon. Full moon

October  2009

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  1 2 3
4 Full moon 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 Last quarter moon 12 Columbus Day 13 14 15 16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 United Nations Day
25 26 First quarter moon 27 28 29 30 31 Halloween

Friday-Saturday, October 16-17, 2009

  • Kohler-Andrae State Park , Sheboygan, (920) 451-4080 - Halloween in the Park. Celebrate Halloween early at Kohler-Andrae.  Campers are encouraged to decorate their campsites for this sixth annual event.  Guided candlelight hike, pumpkin carving, crafts, star gazing, and entertainment around the campfire. Children may dress in costume. Sorry, pets are not allowed on the hike or in the shelters. Enclosed shelter. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 24, 2009

  • Willow River State Park, Hudson, (715) 386-5931 or e-mail - Halloween Bash. A non-scary event for kids up to age 10. There will be games in the Nature Center and night hikes to meet costumed characters such as the bear. There is a small fee per person. Sponsored by the OWLs Friends Group. 6-8 p.m.

Friday-Saturday, October 30-31, 2009

  • Kohler-Andrae State Park , Sheboygan, (920) 451-4080 - Halloween. Campers at Kohler-Andrae traditionally decorate their campsites with Halloween displays this weekend. The event typically draws large crowds. Some campground roads may be closed in the evening to allow children to enjoy trick or treat. Campground.

For more information, ask Wisconsin State Parks, (608) 266-2181.

Last Revised: Wednesday November 19 2008