North Lakeland Discovery Center

Join the North Lakeland Discovery Center for free nature-themed, drip-in activities that are fun for the whole family, including winter scavenger hunts, a snowy obstacle course, indoor crafts and horse-drawn sleigh rides.

Enjoy an evening snowshoe hike on the Discovery Center's one-mile snowshoe trail with beautiful luminaries lighting the way. This is a self-led hike and you can come anytime to enjoy the trail during the program time frame. Bring your own snowshoes or rent ours for $5/pair (limited quantities available). Snowshoe rental will be on a first…

Catered toward families of all ages, the Discovery Center's Family Play Day features outdoor activities including nature art, giant bubble making, lawn games, canoeing, fishing, a fish casting contest and more!

Gather with us at the North Lakeland Discovery Center to celebrate environmental education resources in the Northwoods and attend our biggest fundraiser event of the year featuring delicious bites, a live auction and more!

Celebrate 20 years of exploring the wildlife and natural beauty of the Wisconsin Northwoods at the 20th Annual Northwoods Bird & Wildlife Festival!  Participants are welcome to partake in a variety of guided hikes and tours, bird watching expeditions, bird banding demonstrations, and interactive workshops throughout the weekend's festivities.

Join us for a gathering centered on partnerships and collaboration.  Let's celebrate water, explore solutions and stay informed about the science and research related to our Northwoods and treasured lakes!

Enjoy an evening snowshoe hike on the Discovery Center's one-mile snowshoe trail with beautifully lit luminaries paving the way! Bonfire / Hot Chocolate /   S'mores Register by 2/14/25 $7 per person ($5 for members) Bring your own snowshoes or borrow ours for $5 per pair (limited quantity) All ability levels welcome!