Boulder Junction Events

Head to Aqualand Ale House every Tuesday at 6pm from January 2 through February 20 for a Trivia Night! Themed nights will include: 1/9/24 Bear/Packer Jersey Day 1/16/24 USA Day 1/23/24 Western Cowboy/Cowgirl Day 1/30/24 Beach Day 2/6/24 Baseball Jersey Day 2/13/24 PJ Day 2/20/24 Dress Like A President Day For more details visit them […]

Our Knitting Club is branching out and will now be called “Chat ‘n Craft”. Crafters of all kinds – knitting, coloring, beading, etc. – are welcome to join us on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 10 am to Noon in the Community Center Nordlof Room. Attendees are encouraged to bring their […]

From belly slides to their incredible water-resistant fur, these semi-aquatic mammals are quite the sight to witness in the wild. Join a Discovery Center Naturalist to learn about what makes River Otters so otterly amazing! Bring a bag lunch to your favorite Northwoods libraries for a one-hour nature presentation. Our naturalists will share insights on […]

Our lakes and bountiful ecosystems are not resilient to shoreline development.  Learn about the impacts of developed shores, shoreline restoration, and solutions for integrating our shoreline amenities with these ecosystems. Cash bar and light snacks at 5:30 pm, program starts at 6:00 pm. When: January 3, 2024 5:30-7pm Where: North Lakeland Discovery Center, Main Lodge Admission: $20/member […]

Join a Discovery Center Naturalist for a snowhsoe hike to watch the sunrise over Sturgeon Lake. We'll look for signs of wildlife and enjoy the tranquility of the early morning with nature. This hike will be 1-3 miles in length and easy going. The sun is scheduled to rise at 7:39 am on this date. […]

You will be able to make at least 2 unique pairs of earrings at this workshop using copper, birch bark, semi-precious stones, and leather. Or perhaps you would rather make a pendant! All materials will be provided. We will be using a small propane torch to bring out some beautiful colors in the copper, so […]

Please join us for Mah Jongg at the Boulder Junction Public Library on Mondays from 1-4 pm. Mah Jongg is a traditional Chinese game, played by four people around a square table. The game is played with tiles rather than playing cards. The aim is to be the first player to get a complete hand. […]

Join us for an evening of fun as LOLA holds our annual winter fundraiser. Come dance with “Billy & Elton” as Dana Joel Nicholson, acclaimed singer and performer, provides entertainment singing the duos best hits. The cozy Bear Trap Inn will be serving a variety of delicious appetizers prepared by Chef Tom Baertschy, alongside delectable […]

Whether you play an instrument and seek to learn more songs or seek new musicians to play with, all are welcome to join Boulder Junction’s Music Collective. Bring your acoustic instrument, your voice, or just come along to listen to a gathering of music enthusiasts. This musical engagement will be held the second Tuesday of […]

Join us for a relaxed gathering! Enjoy appetizers, drinks, and enriching insights from experts on various nature topics.

Discover our kid-friendly Nibbles series! Share snacks, sip drinks, and explore captivating nature topics with our friendly experts. Great for ages 4-11.

Immerse yourself in the season and discover winter up close! Learn about ecology from expert naturalists, historians, and artisans as you snowshoe down the trail.

Discover the wonders of ecology on our Nordic Ski Expeditions. Join expert naturalists, historians, and artisans as you glide through the trails. Bring your gear or enjoy

Join the Boulder Junction Snowmobile Club, right off the trail in the Ice Shanty Parking lot for a brat fry fundraiser. 11am-2pm Weather reschedule day is Feb 3rd.

Meet at the Boulder Beer Bar from 8:30-11am for a breakfast fundraiser. All proceeds go to trail and equipment maintenance.  

Keep the kids engaged during school breaks! Join us for a fun, educational winter day camp. Snowshoe adventures, indoor games, and discovery for kids aged 4-11.

$40/person Have you ever wanted to learn to spin your own yarn from wool? And you don’t know where toget started? Drop spindle is a simple way to try out the art of hand-spun yarn with minimal investment. The class will include group instruction and one-on-one problem solving so you can go home with your […]

Join us for our newest Sense of Place Series. Tonight we will be joined by geologist and WI Master Naturalist Volunteer, Mike Porter.

Looking for a fun way to spend your evening? Join us at Headwaters Restaurant & Tavern for an unforgettable night of live music and great food! While you're enjoying the music, indulge in our delicious food and drinks. Our menu features fresh, locally-sourced ingredients that will satisfy any craving. So grab your friends and family […]

$90/person All tools and supplies are provided. Join us for a 3-hour introduction to the craft of greenwood spoon carving.  You will finish the class with your own hand-carved serving spoon.  For the first part of the class, we will study safety, knife grips, and traditional techniques for carving.    For the rest of the […]

Immerse yourself in the season and discover winter up close! Learn about ecology from expert naturalists, historians, and artisans as you snowshoe down the trail.

Kevin Cahak with Ben Marcotte Starting at 7pm Open Mic from 5:30-6:30pm. Dinner served until 7, drinks served all night. Find tickets here.

Test your nature knowledge at our Jeopardy-style game night.

$35/person Join artist Sue Schurch for a day of wood burning and acrylic painting. Using ~5”x 7” scraps of wood, Sue will teach students how to wood-burn the outline of a loon, and then finish the class with acrylic painting the piece. Create in a fun atmosphere! All materials will be supplied, BUT PLEASE NOTE […]

$25/person Follow along "Plein Air" Painting Join LOLA’s McCall for a follow along “plein air” painting half day workshop. Learn the basics of landscape oil painting while you create a winter landscape of snowy background trees with birch trees in the snowy foreground, focusing on color mixing and temperature. Plein air means painting outdoors, however, […]

Show us your creativity at workshops featuring natural materials, methods, and themes. An opportunity to learn new skills and techniques from expert instructors.

An enchanting adventure blending literacy and outdoor fun. Walk, read, and create with your kids in the beauty of nature. Ideal for ages 4-7 with a parent or guardian

Enjoy the magic of the Northwoods at night, then reward yourself with all you can handle s’mores! Forecast calls for nearly a full moon, so fingers crossed the clouds stay away and the woods put on a show for all of to enjoy. Registration cost is for the entire family but please include the total […]

Discover the wonders of ecology on our Nordic Ski Expeditions. Join expert naturalists, historians, and artisans as you glide through the trails.

$40/person Needle felting is the process of repeatedly poking wool fluff with special needles to create felt and felted objects. Learn this technique while making mushroom sprites. I will lead you through the creation of a basic form which can then be personalized with colors and your choice of mushroom species. Let your imagination take […]

The Boulder Junction Public Library will be offering a Getting Started with Libby class on Wednesday, January 31 from 10:30am to 12pm. The class will be held in the Boulder Junction Community Center in the Boulder Lake Room. The Library is offering this class to demonstrate how to get started with borrowing ebooks, audiobooks, and […]

$50/person Learn the copper foil method of stained glass while creating a light catching heart spinner, just in time for Valentines Day. Go through the whole process of cutting glass, grinding, and piecing together with solder, step-by-step with Patty. Choose your own colors and come home with a project the same day. Students should bring […]

Show us your creativity at workshops featuring natural materials, methods, and themes. An opportunity to learn new skills and techniques from expert instructors.

Unfortunately, this event had a last minute cancellation. Looking for a fun way to spend your evening? Join us at Headwaters Restaurant & Tavern for an unforgettable night of live music and great food! While you're enjoying the music, indulge in our delicious food and drinks. Our menu features fresh, locally-sourced ingredients that will satisfy […]

**The BJSC made the decision to cancel this event due to the weather and lack of trail opening.** Join the Boulder Junction Snowmobile Club at the Groomer Shed located off Cty Hwy M by car or Trl 15 by snowmobile, 11am-2pm. Thank you to the Ice Shanty for sponsoring this event!

Immerse yourself in the season and discover winter up close! Learn about ecology from expert naturalists, historians, and artisans as you snowshoe down the trail.