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Boulder Junction Events

Head to Boulder Junction in the heart of Wisconsin’s Northwoods, and you’ll find a full calendar of events all year long, from holiday celebrations to live music to the annual Musky Jamboree—a weekend full of fun activities focused on northern Wisconsin’s most famous fish.


Note: Events are subject to change. Please contact the event organizer for information about a specific event.

Discovery Center: The Time Traveler Trail- Trout Lake to Pallette Hike

North Trout Lake Landing PO Box 286, Boulder Junction, WI, United States

Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society guides and NLDC naturalists as we journey along paths that link centuries of Northwoods histories. Departing from North Trout Lake while follow the traditional Ojibwa portage linking the Chippewa and Wisconsin Rivers, we will discover historic railroads, homesteads, and an early cranberry farm. Learn the natural history along the route […]

Discovery Center: Get ready for the Holidays Ornament Workshop

North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish Waters, WI, United States

The Holiday Season is fast approaching!  Let’s get together for a fun session of making some unique ornaments that are great for giving or for keeping!  We will fold some German Bell Ornaments, color some Glass Ball Ornaments with alcohol inks and acrylic paint, make cute Sheep Ornaments using yarn and wool felt, and make […]

Discovery Center: Felt Polar Bear workshop with Mary Burns

North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish Waters, WI, United States

Join us for another fun workshop with fiber artist Mary Burns!  We will needle felt Polar Bears with a holiday twist. This class will be using some advanced needle felting techniques. It would be best if you have some needle felting experience prior to this class. Come join the fun!  Participants should bring a lunch […]

Discovery Center: Build a Winter Wreath

North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish Waters, WI, United States

Get ready for the season and join Judy from JJ's Acres as we construct a high-quality, 24-inch outdoor wreath.  We will use at least three different types of conifers, designer bows, and other decorations!  Space is limited and pre-registration in required by 11/26/23.  Thursday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ($40/wreath)  Location - Discovery Center Main Lodge […]

Discovery Center– Knowledge at Noon: Otterly Amazing Otters *FREE*

Minocqua Public Library 415 Menominee St, Minocqua, WI, United States

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 […]

Discovery Center– Van Vliet Old Growth Forest Snowshoe

Van Vliet Hemlocks State Natural Area E Van Vliet Road, Presque Isle, Wisconsin

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.