Beaver Creek Reserve

06/02/2026

Happy June! ☀️

Looking for the perfect way to kick off summer vacation? Look no further... Beaver Creek has the perfect activities for you!

🪻Check out our variety of blooming native plants and buzzing bugs; there are so many to discover.
🌳Explore our lesser-known North campus trail system. We have 4.5 miles of trails, so whether you're looking for a leisurely hike or a strenuous stroll, we've got something for you.
🥾Give our obstacle course and zipline a try. This is best for ages 8+ and adult supervision is required.
⭐️Join members of the Chippewa Valley Astronomical Society for a FREE public telescope viewing every Saturday, May-October (excluding July 18 & Sept 12) if skies are clear. Check out cvastro.org for cancellations and start times.
💧Cool off in Deinhammer Creek. Dip your toes in the water and search for bugs, fish, and other critters in the creek.

Make sure to check in at the Wise Nature Center before you begin your adventure for trail updates and other information.

Send a message to learn more

06/01/2026

Check out our June programs & events! 🛶☀
www.beavercreekreserve.org/events/calendar/

05/31/2026

Registration for our summer camps closes TOMORROW☀️
Visit Guildara.com to register. See the open camps listed below:

🌱Nature Nuts Summer Camp (June 15-19, Saplings AM Session, FREE for Eau Claire Area School Districts): 2 openings
🐦Soaring Scientists (July 1-2, FREE for Chippewa Falls and Augusta School Districts): 10 openings
🌳Fantasy Forest (July 17 AM Session, FREE for Chippewa Falls and Augusta School Districts): 3 openings
🎣Outdoor Water Adventures (July 20): 4 openings

Register here- https://www.guildara.com/providers/bcr

05/30/2026

Did you know that lake and river health is reliant on the shoreline?
Natural shorelines contain a mixture of native flowers, shrubs, grasses, and trees.

These are important habitats that support the health of our waters by:
🌳Creating habitat for wildlife in the water and on land
🧽Filtering polluted runoff
🌱Stabilizes soil and decreases erosion
💧Reduces flooding risk
🪻Increases aesthetics and privacy
🌿The native vegetation along shorelines helps trap and filter sediment and debris from runoff and allows water to soak into the soil instead of running into the water. 🛶Aquatic vegetation helps absorb wave action from boats and wind.

Taking care of our shorelines means healthier, more beautiful lakes and rivers.

Photo credit: Guy Schinke Photography

05/29/2026

Our net is up, and our countdown continues! 🦋

Mark your calendars for July 5th... We are a little over 1 month away from the opening of our Butterfly House this summer! 🐛🗓️

Have you seen any butterflies yet this year? 👀

05/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who donated to Alter Metal Recycling - Eau Claire throughout the month of April! ♻️🌎

100% of the value of the metals collected between April 1-30 was donated BACK to Beaver Creek Reserve and MATCHED.

This year, Alter Metal Recycling donated... $11,249.80! HOW AWESOME!

This donation will go towards our Annual Mission Fund to support our AmeriCorps program, field trip scholarships, and our educational programming.🌳

Thanks again to our friends over at Alter Metal Recycling & everyone who donated!

05/26/2026

Join us tomorrow for another Chippewa River Trolley Co.

There are still spots available. We hope to see you there!🪻

Register here- https://chippewarivertrolley.org/tours/urban-nature-tour/

05/25/2026

The Wise Nature Center will be OPEN today, Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day.
Come explore our trails or stop in to say hello!

Did you know... Active Military and their families are FREE all year long with identification.

05/23/2026

You may be familiar with terrestrial invasives that live on the land, but do you know about the invasive species that live in the water?

These are called Aquatic Invasive Species, and can range from plants, animals, or pathogens that come from other areas of the world, or even other countries.

❓How do they get here?
Invasive species are primarily spread by human activity that involves going from one waterbody to another with attached plant fragments, larvae, or seeds.

🧐What are a few examples?
Rusty Crayfish, Zebra Mussel, Eurasian Watermilfoil, Purple Loosestrife, and Curly Leaf-Pondweed are the more commonly found species around Wisconsin.

To learn more about aquatic invasive species, contact us or join our Project RED or Snapshot Day Trainings in the summer.-

Project RED:
July 11- https://secure.qgiv.com/for/l5nyfj/event/projectriverineearlydetectors/
Aug 14- https://secure.qgiv.com/for/l5nyfj/event/projectred/

Snapshot Day- https://secure.qgiv.com/for/l5nyfj/event/snapshotday/

05/21/2026

Do you live near the water? Help our shorelines become healthier by following these best practices to help protect and enhance the health of our waters:

🌾Limit mowing at least a few feet from the shoreline
🚫Skip the fertilizer
💚Protect existing natural areas
🪏Remove/manage invasive species
🌱Plant native plants
💧Redirect the downspout waters away from the water
🐟Create a fish habitat by leaving fallen trees in the water
🛶Support and get involved with your local lake group
🗑Remove trash and debris from the water
💙Get involved with a local group that helps protect our waters (Like us!)

Beaver Creek Reserve is taking part in a project this year to enhance the health of the Lower Chippewa River. Help support this cause today by signing up for a clean-up day below or following these best practices!

June 18 clean-up- https://secure.qgiv.com/for/l5nyfj/event/chippewaproject/
July 12 clean-up- https://secure.qgiv.com/for/l5nyfj/event/chippewaproject2/