Friends of Point Beach State Forest

Don't forget to come to the Nature Center to hear Shipwreck Suzze share her tales of discovering shipwrecks along the Lake Michigan shoreline via Powered Parachute at 11am at the Nature Center.
You'll be able to hear her tale of becoming interested in flying a powered parachute and how it transitioned into discovering undiscovered shipwrecks along tge Lake Michigan shoreline.

🌊 Dive into the stories beneath the surface at Rawley Point this Saturday! 🚣⚓

Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable adventure on the water or fascinating local history, the Rawley Point Nature Center has something for everyone on Saturday, August 1!

🛶 8:00–11:30 AM: Paddle out to the historic Continental Shipwreck, a 245-foot wooden steamer that ran aground in 1904. Experience Lake Michigan from a whole new perspective! (Weather and lake conditions permitting.)

⚓ 11:00 AM: Hear renowned shipwreck explorer Suzze Johnson share the incredible stories behind the six shipwrecks discovered off Rawley Point, complete with amazing photos and firsthand accounts of her discoveries.

While you’re there, stop inside the Rawley Point Nature Center, open 11 AM–3 PM on Saturdays and Sundays through Labor Day Weekend, and visit with Naturalist Rob Zimmer!

We hope to see you there! 💙

A new way to show your love for Point Beach State Forest! Now with your membership, you will receive a "Proud Supporter" decal for the Friends of Point Beach State Forest.

Membership levels go as follows:

One year membership: $20
One year family membership: $40
Lifetime membership: $200
One year business membership: $100

Make checks payable to "Friends of Point Beach State Forest" and mail the checks to:

Point Beach State Forest
9400 County Highway O
Two Rivers, WI 54241

Please write your return address as neatly as possible so your decal goes to the right home!

Friends of Point Beach are having a Brat Fry!

WHERE: Piggly Wiggly in Two Rivers
WHEN: Saturday July 11th from 9am-2 pm

Proceeds will go to funding park improvements. Come out for a Brat or Hambuger off the Grill. Homemade desserts available!

🌸Point Beach State Forest Species Spotlight🌸

Prairie Smoke (Geum triflorum)

A Wisconsin and North American native perennial
commonly called Prairie Smoke, for the appearance of the wispy seedheads. Other common names include Old Man’s Whiskers, Purple (or Red) Avens, Long-Plumed Avens, and Three-Flowered Avens.

It is widely distributed across southern Canada and the central and northern U.S. in temperate and sub-arctic grasslands, and is hardy in zones 3a-7b. This prairie and open woodland wildflower in the rose family (Rosaceae) can be locally abundant on upland prairie sites.

It is commonly found on shallow and gravelly sites as well as in silty and loamy soils. Unfortunately, it has become rather rare over much of its range, out-competed by naturalized invaders and eliminated by development. Native Americans used this plant for medicinal purposes.

The nodding pink flowers turn upright after pollination, then the styles elongate to form plumes.

⚠️Storm damage alert⚠️

Staff have been busy cutting hazard trees. All trails at Point Beach State Forest are passable except the ice age trail. Please proceed with caution due to some remaining debris. Volunteers for trail clean up are appreciated.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Join us this weekend for musical story telling from Ryan Meisel. Free event!