North Lakeland Discovery Center
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Lakeside Yoga Stretch
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WIWherever you are in your yoga practice, this class is for you. Lakeside Yoga is a gently paced class that encourages deep release in the body's major muscle groups. Through mindful stretching, breathwork, and intentional movement, students can increase flexibility, ease chronic pain, and improve their overall range of motion. Lakeside Yoga also helps build strength…
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Natural Pages Reading Group: The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WIA partnership between the Discovery Center and Koller Library, each month we will focus on a different nature-based book each month, with discussions led by either Discovery Center or library staff. Books will be available for checkout at the library in the weeks prior to the meeting. The book we will discuss this month is…
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Marvelous Mushroom Hike at Raven’s Trail
Raven's Trail in WoodruffJoin us for a guided mushroom hike at Raven Trail in Woodruff. As we wander through the woods, we’ll uncover the fascinating world of fungi, from the underground mycelium networks to the many mushroom species that sprout above. Along the way, we'll identify mushrooms we find, share tips for recognizing common local varieties, and talk…
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Lakeside Yoga Stretch
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WIWherever you are in your yoga practice, this class is for you. Lakeside Yoga is a gently paced class that encourages deep release in the body's major muscle groups. Through mindful stretching, breathwork, and intentional movement, students can increase flexibility, ease chronic pain, and improve their overall range of motion. Lakeside Yoga also helps build strength…
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Beaded and Leather Cord Bracelets with Darcy Lanz-Sage
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WIIn this workshop, participants will make a bracelet duo. One bracelet will be a simple braided cord bracelet; the other a beaded chevron bracelet. While all the bracelets will look similar in design; the participants will have a variety of bead colors to choose from. The chevron bracelet is made using leather cord, metal jump…
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Van Vliet State Natural Area Sunrise Paddle
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WIBegin your morning immersed in the beauty and biodiversity of Van Vliet Hemlocks, a designated State Natural Area known for its towering old-growth trees and pristine shoreline. As we paddle through calm waters, our Discovery Center Naturalists Licia & Jenna will share insights about the area's unique ecology, glacial history, and the vital role of…
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Lakeside Yoga Stretch
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WIWherever you are in your yoga practice, this class is for you. Lakeside Yoga is a gently paced class that encourages deep release in the body's major muscle groups. Through mindful stretching, breathwork, and intentional movement, students can increase flexibility, ease chronic pain, and improve their overall range of motion. Lakeside Yoga also helps build strength…
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Animal Spotlight Hour: Slugs
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WILearn from a Discovery Center Naturalist as we explore the amazing creatures found in our own backyards! For this month's Animal Spotlight we will explore the amazing forest decomposer, the slug! Drop in during the hour to explore animal artifacts, learn fun animal facts, and ask a naturalist your wildlife questions. Registration is not required, but…
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Fall Wonders of an Old-Growth Forest: Van Vliet State Natural Area Hike with Naturalist Jenna
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WIExperience the quiet magic of fall in one of Wisconsin’s last old-growth hemlock-hardwood forests. Join Discovery Center Naturalist Jenna for a free interpretive hike through the Van Vliet Hemlocks State Natural Area, where towering trees, rich biodiversity, and the changing season set the stage for discovery. As we wander the forest trails, we’ll explore the…
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The Grand Wisconsin Birding Tour with Jeff Baughman at NLDC
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WIJeff, along with his friends Jon Dunn and Tom Schultz, led a group of ornithologists around Wisconsin to enjoy some of the best birding our state has to offer. The journey included the Mississippi River, our Northern boreal forests, and the famous Horicon Marsh. This program will highlight their birding stops and what they saw.…
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Alcohol Ink Workshop with Darcy Lanz-Sage
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish, WIJoin local artist and crafter Darcy Lanz-Sage for this fun and creative workshop! Participants will create coasters, small art pieces, and ornaments using alcohol inks on tiles, paper, and glass. See how “fire” can be used for some beautiful organic effects. Discover the magic of alcohol inks! All materials and supplies are provided by the…
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North Country Trail Potato River Hike with NLDC
Join the Discovery Center on a trek down the North Country Trail that offers scenes of the beautiful Potato River and features 3 waterfalls early in the hike. This hike features very gradual inclines and includes naturalist-led interpretation on the area’s geology and ecological significance. A perfect hike for curious minds and waterfall chasers alike!…