EVENTS
From recreational events to educational programs, summer concerts to the fall color festival,
The Friends offer a variety of fun park events throughout the year.
Friends Member Potluck Picnic
Saturday, June 27, 2026
4 pm - 6 pm
Friends Gathering Space
Rib Mountain State Park
Please join us for a picnic meal prior to our first concert on June 27th, 2026.
Arrive anytime between 4-530pm at the Gathering Space.
Hamburgers with all the fixings and lemonade will be provided.
Bring a dish, snack or dessert to share.
Come and see what has been happening in our State park, learn of other opportunities to volunteer or participate and speak with your Board Members. We would love to meet you!
STILL NEED TO RENEW? We can help you sign up on this day.
PLEASE RSVP before June 24
TO:
Or call 715-571-4325 (Deb)
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More details on Facebook
Rib Mountain
Spring Bird Hike
Saturday, June 6, 2026
7:00 AM
Park trailhead at W1480 Grouse Ln
(south of North Mountain Rd - Hwy NN)
The Friends of Rib Mountain State Park invite the public to hike and explore the
glory of Rib Mountain State Park, on Saturday, June 6, at 7 am.
Please come enjoy the Park’s many birds that live and nest there, and likely spot Spring wildflowers, too! This guided hike, led by members of the Wausau Bird Club, will begin at the Park trailhead at W1480 Grouse Ln, Wausau (drive south from Hwy NN), and will last for approximately 1 ½ hours.
Hikers should bring water and tick repellent, and be prepared to hike some uneven trails with downhill and uphill areas. You will be amazed at the great birds that live and thrive at Rib Mountain State Park.
Binoculars can be helpful if you have them. If the weather is questionable on the day of the hike, you can check the Friends’ Facebook page or call
715-680-9480.
2026
Concerts in the Clouds
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Sam Ness
Folk/Americana roots with an
Indie feel​, from Sauk City WI
Sat. June 27th 6:00-8:00pm
Harmonious Wail
Americana-infused Gypsy Jazz
returns for 2026 from Madison
Sat. July 18th 6:00-8:00pm
Junkyard Mule
Traditional Bluegrass and old time covers, with original songs, from Duluth
Sat. Aug 8th 6:00-8:00pm
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​Admission to the concerts is FREE, but a daily or annual park admission pass is required. Early arrival & carpooling is encouraged. Parking space is limited.
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