Service Area: La Crosse County, S.E. Minnesota.
We are activity based – we plan, finance, and run events that families can come to. It is all free.
In 2026, we hope to start a new hunting cohort – that is, to pick up some more kids interested in hunting.
We could also use experienced adult hunters to be mentors for hunting.
Coulee’s Upcoming Activities
Hello KAMO Fans!
All free. Equipment provided. To indicate your interest in what you see here or for additional information, contact Mike at 608-799-5037 or kamocoulee@gmail.com
These notices are updated frequently and are sent out periodically.
Day blocked off for Best Dam Fishing Float Homeschool Kids Day, Dresbach, MN – Thursday, April 9th. We bring the kids over at 11 am. Arrive at 10:40 am at Minnesota Visitors Center. A mentor will show you the way. Please give us a heads up your group is coming.
KAMO/ Partners Upcoming Activities
Free and open to the public
Equipment provided. To indicate your interest in what you see here or for additional information, contact Mike at 608-799-5037/ kamocoulee@gmail.com or the person mentioned in the event listing.
These notices are updated frequently and are sent out periodically. To be added to the mailing list, ask Mike.
Genoa Fish Hatchery Kids Fishing Day – S5631 Hwy 33, Genoa, WI, 54632 – Saturday, May 16th, 2026. 8:45 – 9:00 am registration. Interactive activities and fishing for 5 – 12 year olds. Poles and bait provided. More information – Erica – 608-689-2605/ erica_rasmussen@fws.gov
Mondays in May Frog and Toad Chorus Surveys – Come join John Sullivan in the La Crosse Marsh (or Goose Island) and learn to identify frogs and toads by their calls. Meet around sunset and take a 45 minute walk listening for frogs and toads. Contact John at 608-317-3380 or email irishvoyager@aol.com
Goose Island Youth Bank Fishing Classic – Saturday, May 30th, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm. Kids 17 and below. Prizes, food. Call Jamie – 608-785-9767 about questions/ interest.
Bats of Wisconsin – Join Bat Ambassador Kati for an educational presentation about the 8 bat species of Wisconsin followed by a bat count. RSVP by email at palm.kath@gmail.com
Bird Watching Outing – Dan Jackson/ Tim Collins – June 9th, noon. Myrick Park. Contact Tim at 608-385-2143 ot tim_intelli@hotmail.com
Youth Outdoor Festival – July 11th – Pettibone Park – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Many activities.
Pontoon Rides – Tuesday, July 14th. Boarding starts at 6:00 pm. Clinton Street Boat Landings. Lots of room. Contact Tim at 608-385-2143 to reserve a seat.
Does your child need a firearms safety class, also known as hunters ed? We can help you get in a class.
We do some hunting with youth, but are limited by the availability of mentors.
Did you know? – The Brice Prairie Conservation Club is offering use of their cabin near Lytles Landing for groups like yours to have nature activities. It doesn?t see enough use. Here?s a couple ideas the KAMO mentors came up with at their January 5th meeting: A program about bats around June 5th (or so) starting about 45 minutes before sunset. A bird ID walk the second week of June.
Do you have something outdoor/ nature related in mind? Let us know what you are thinking and see if we can help with it.
Contacts: Michael Brown – Chapter President – 608-799-5037 – General questions/ donations
Randy Hines – Chapter Vice President – 608-668-5725
Financial donations should be made out to “Coulee KAMO” and be mailed to: C/O Michael Brown, 1712 Wood Street, La Crosse, WI 54603
Donated funds will be used 100% for getting kids outdoors – no administrative costs. There are no paid personnel in K.A.M.O.
Material goods – Coulee will accept the following items in good condition only please:
Outdoor wear – Boots, chest waders, camouflage, hoodies, blaze orange hats/vests/gloves, warm hats/gloves, and felt pack boots.
Fishing tackle – both open and ice, tackle boxes, hooks, and lures.
