nasa (north american squirrel association)

05/05/2026

04/27/2026

We’re absolutely wheelie excited to partner with our amazing friends at STAR Center La Crosse to bring Adaptive Biking to the La Crosse community this summer! 🚴‍♀️🐿️
At n.a.s.a., helping people enjoy the outdoors is what we’re all about, and this partnership is another awesome way to get more folks rolling into adventure. Huge thanks to Move United, Boeing, the La Crosse Community Foundation, and everyone making this possible.
We can’t wait to see smiles, movement, and a lot of happy miles ahead. If biking has been on your bucket list, now’s the time to hop on and join the fun!
Let’s get this community movin’ and groovin’ together! 💙🐿️🚲

We have an exciting news- this summer STAR in collaboration with nasa (north american squirrel association) will be offering Adaptive Biking for the community of La Crosse with the sponsorship of Move United Sport and BOEING.

We are grateful to have the opportunity for a staff training to learn about bike safety, maintenance, assessments, and fittings in order to provide a quality program with the assistance of the La Crosse Community Foundation and training provided by Northeast Passage in New Hampshire.

We are searching for participant volunteers on Saturday, May 2nd.

Participants will be participating in a mock assessment and fitting to help staff members learn and grow in a new skill set!

The session is scheduled from 10:00-12:00 pm at the Green Island Ice Arena (2312 7th St S, La Crosse, WI 54601).The assessment will be about 30-45 min each person with the opportunity to try out the bikes!

Spots are limited- please select a bike that will fit your needs and goals! Reminder- this is a training opportunity for staff, we will be able to provide another assessment day when we get closer to program start time!!

We are searching for a variety of individuals that may utilize handcycles, recumbent trikes, tandem bikes, etc. This may include individuals with physical disabilities, neurological disorders, visual impairments, low muscle tone, IDD, etc.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FA5A92EA0FBC61-63719621-biking #/

Please sign up for the correct time slot below if you would like to be apart of our mock assessment day. If you are unsure what bike would work for you, please reach out to us at info@starcenterlacrosse.org for guidance!

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04/20/2026

Again, a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who attended and supported our Annual Fundraising Banquet! 🐿️❤️ Because of you, the night was an absolute acorn-crushing success.

We just wanted to share a few photos of some of our amazing volunteers, generous supporters, and lucky winners from the evening. But let’s be honest… every single person who attended was a winner in our eyes. 🏆

Your support helps keep our mission rolling, floating, fishing, hunting, and making memories for those we serve. We’re simply nuts about this community and grateful beyond words.

From all of us at n.a.s.a.—thank you for showing up, giving back, and proving once again that when this community gathers, great things happen. Stay squirrely, friends! 🐿️✨

04/19/2026

WHAT A NIGHT! 🐿️❤️

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who attended and supported our Annual Fundraising Banquet. Your presence, generosity, laughter, and participation made the evening truly special.

Community is at the heart of everything we do. Every ticket purchased, raffle entered, auction bid placed, and conversation shared helps us continue providing outdoor opportunities for seniors and individuals with disabilities—at no cost to them.

Because of you, lives will be impacted, memories will be made, and more people will get the chance to enjoy the outdoors. That’s the power of community.

From all of us at North American Squirrel Association, thank you for showing up, giving back, and believing in our mission. We are beyond grateful for your support.

Together, we continue to prove that when a community comes together, amazing things happen. 🌲🛶🎣⛳

04/13/2026

We’re reely excited about this one! 🎣🐿️
A huge THANK YOU to Fat Cat Bait & Fishing Supply for donating an awesome fishing package—including a rod, tackle, lures, weights, and even a $10 gift card! 🌰🐟
This bundle is ready to hook someone up for a great day on the water. Trust us… folks will be going nuts trying to land this prize! 😄

04/13/2026

🐿️🍷 Sip, sip, hooray! 🍷🐿️
Thank you to Tenba Ridge Winery for donating a wonderful wine gift basket to our n.a.s.a. Fundraising Banquet, complete with wine glasses and coasters! 🍇🎁
This one’s sure to have everyone feeling a little nutty in the best way! 🌰😄

04/13/2026

A big, bushy-tailed THANK YOU to Garden of Eatin’ Restaurant for donating TWO gift certificates and a cozy hoodie! 🐿️🌰
That’s a whole lotta goodies—enough to make any squirrel stash their acorns and head straight for dinner! 🍽️😄 We’re nuts about your generosity and so grateful for your support!

04/12/2026

🐿️🔥 This one’s bringing the heat! 🔥🐿️
Thank you to Nelson Global Products for donating a customized Wisconsin-themed fire pit featuring the Brewers, Packers & Badgers! 🏈⚾🔥
Talk about a smokin’ good item—this will have everyone gathering ‘round! 🌰😎

04/12/2026

🐿️🚗 Cruising into generosity! 🚗🐿️
Huge thanks to Morrie’s Onalaska Chevrolet for donating mugs and a gift certificate to our n.a.s.a. Fundraising Banquet! ☕🎁
This donation is running on full tank generosity—we love it! 🌰👏

04/12/2026

🐿️🏡 Home sweet (bird) home! 🏡🐿️
A big THANK YOU to Craft Barn for donating a beautiful birdhouse to our n.a.s.a. Fundraising Banquet! 🐦💛
It’s the perfect little perch—definitely something to chirp about! 🌰🎉

12/15/2025

🎄 Happy Holidays from the North American Squirrel Association! 🎄
We are a local volunteer group serving the greater La Crosse area, helping elderly and physically challenged individuals enjoy the outdoors—all free of charge! 🌲
As we head into the holiday season, we want to express our gratitude to the amazing businesses and individuals who support us. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to continue our mission.🙌

Special thanks to our supporters: Bill & Natalie Divyak, Bonnie Gensch, The Bucheger Family, Tom Claflin with TOC Rods, Carol Porath, Chance Hilbelink, Dan & Vicky Kunz, Dani Page, Dave & Barbara Hecht, Dave Skogen, Denny & Linda Hass, Dick Kinder, Elizabeth Neubauer, Garett Rortuedt, Jan Klein, Jeff & Debbie Lieshe, Jennifer Nordine, Jennifer Strasser, Jim & Cheryl Veglahn, Jim Kowalski, Joe Bucheger, Joe Zietlow, John Wetzel, Ken Spraetz, Kurt & Kristina Stellpflug, Larry Arentz, Laura Pryor, Lora Purnell, Lorrayne French, Marvin Earp, Mary Trussoni, Pam & Tim Tyson, Patricia Nestor, Pete & Dana Hass, Ray Mosey, Robert Schuppel, Stan Servais, Steve & Emmy Wage, Steve Albitz, Steve Schumacher, Sue Ann Ross, Sue Duerkop, Tim & Margaret Ebner, Tony & Nancy Christnovich, Travis Husse, Vicki Miller.

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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎁✨