Respectful Lenses: Tips for Ethical Wildlife Photography
Capturing the perfect photo of an animal, framed by its natural surroundings, can be considered… Read Story >
Plan Your Visit
Our trails are open 8:30am-5:00pm daily. More >
Membership
Benefits include free admission all year long! More >
Barred Owl Nest Box Cam
Watch the nest box of Betty (female) and Maverick (male) in their third nesting season. More >
Summer Camp
Summer camp is now open to all! Visit our page to see which camps have availability. More >
Volunteer
Volunteers perform essential roles by improving the land, assisting in the visitor experience, aiding in educational programs, and others. More >
Weddings
From rustic to elegant, we'll provide the wedding you envision. More >
Upcoming Events
Beaks & Talons at Mead Public Library
Which bird is the fastest? Which has silent flight? Join us for an interactive comparison… Details >
Mauthe Lake Field Trip
Nestled within the vast and beautiful surroundings of the Northern Kettle Moraine State Forest, Mauthe… Register >
New Moon Hike
Explore the new moon night sky with Naturalist Alison Schrad. We’ll climb the tower to… Register >
Top Stories
How Trees Adapt in Winter
Winter is a challenging time for many species of wildlife, including trees. Fortunately, trees have… Read Story >
Experiencing Winter Through the Senses
The winter landscape provides new experiences for our senses. Though there aren’t freshly bloomed flowers… Read Story >