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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– 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.

Discovery Center– Valentine’s Felted Owl with Mary Burns

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

In this class we will be making needle felted wool Owls with valentine hearts to share with your sweetheart.  This class will cover basic needle-felting techniques as well as some advanced methods.  Come and join us for a fun afternoon. When: February 9, 2024 1-4pm Where: NLDC Forest Room Admission: $40/bring your own foam pad […]

Discovery Center– Snowshoe Expedition: Nature’s Valentine at Frog Lake with John Bates and Mary Burns

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

Frog Lake and Pines SNA encompasses 1,176 acres, and features Frog Lake, a 42-acre undisturbed wilderness lake. The SNA supports a beautiful old-growth northern pine forest set within lowlands bordering the Manitowish River. We’ll snowshoe 2 miles total on an out-and-back trail, but we’ll also have hot chocolate, wine, cookies and cheese and crackers by […]

Discovery Center– Nibbles N’ Knowledge: Secret Love Lives of Animals Part 10

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

Announcing the tenth installation of this hilarious and educational program.  This is the time of year where love is in the air; come and learn about the secret love lives of plants and animals, local and afar! This is a fun and interactive Jeopardy-style game/program. Cash bar and appetizers are available. When: February 15, 2024 […]

Discovery Center– Snowshoe Expedition: Historic Pause Portage and Ice Road with Jim Bokern

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

Join local historian, Jim Bokern (Manitowish Waters Historical Society), and a Discovery Center naturalist for a hike on the 6-Pause Portage Trail and logging era ice road.  Learn about the people who created and used this historically significant trail, linking the Manitowish River and Mercer Lake, through beautiful forests and wetlands.  The hike is about […]

Discovery Center– Snowshoe Expedition: Sunrise over Sturgeon Lake

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

Join a Discovery Center Naturalist for a snowshoe 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 set to rise at 6:53 am. When: February 18, 2024 […]