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 in August—a weekend full of fun activities focused on northern Wisconsin’s most famous fish.
Other notable annual events include the White Deer Triathlon in May, the Boulder Junction Block Party — a fun weekly event featuring Music on Main Street, fishing seminars, food and more, held from June to August, the Star Spangled Jubilee on the Fourth of July, the Colorama Festival in September, Hops & Shops a beer and cider walk in October, and the town’s Christmas Walk, held the day after Thanksgiving.
Note: Events are subject to change. Please contact the event organizer for information about a specific event.
Join us for an exciting, multi-day overnight experience at the North Lakeland Discovery Center from September 25-28, 2026, during peak fall color season. Stay in our historic bunkhouse cabins and explore the Northwoods through naturalist-led interpretive hikes and paddles focused on autumn ecology, wildlife, and seasonal change. Designed for adults, this experience balances learning, outdoor […]
In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of batik. Soy wax will be used to batik a pattern onto fabric or cloth napkins. Once the wax has been applied, the fabric will be overdyed with a thickened dye in a contrasting color. Each participant will “Batik” 4 fabric fat quarters or cloth napkins. The […]
Join a Discovery Center Naturalist for a guided hike on the trails at the North Lakeland Discovery Center as we explore the forest during its transition from summer to fall. Discover how plants, wildlife, and the forest ecosystem change as the seasons shift. This hike will cover approximately 2 miles through the bog-board walk loop. […]
Join Naturalist Jenna to learn about herbal teas and their remedies that you can plant in your own garden landscapes! Explore native and cultivar species commonly found in and around the garden that can steeped and drank as a tea. This class will include a tea tasting and a short walk around the Discovery Garden […]
Join Discovery Center's Jenna and Don on a wilderness paddle down the Brule River near Long Lake, WI! This is an exclusive outdoor experience featuring pristine river landscapes, an overnight stay on private property and camp-cooked meals by Discovery Center staff! Paddling experience is necessary due to class I-II rapids we will experience on this […]
Do you spend a lot of time in the woods? Are you looking to learn remedies found in nature for common ailments like headaches, scratches, and bee stings? Prepare your first aid field kit by learning how to identify medicinal plants found in the region and ways to apply them in the wilderness in this […]
Gather with us at the Discovery Center for an exclusive dinner event celebrating the foraged plants of Northern Wisconsin. Enjoy a thoughtfully presented four-course meal by Rustic Roots Catering, with each course featuring foraged and locally sourced ingredients. During each course, engage with naturalists Jenna Richardson and Licia Johnson as they share insights on the […]
Learn about Manitowish Waters' history and visit some local establishments as we hike at a leisurely pace on area trails. Using tour guide headsets, participants can easily hear and learn from Manitowish Waters Historical Society and North Lakeland Discovery Center guides. Trail discussions will include geology, nature, prehistoric times, Ojibwa culture, logging, early resorts, guides, […]
