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 Exhibits are available 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily
Free public viewing, Mawikwe Bay Sea Caves. See Photographer Stephen Kreuser's stunning images of ice formations now on display in the Center's gallery.

May 8; 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Bird Calling Contest
Chequamegon Audubon
Area 4th, 5th and 6th graders present their bird species report and participate in the bird calling contest.


May 13; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
World of Wonder Preschool Program for ages birth to five years; "Eagle Eye in the Sky"
This month explores raptors and their adaptations. (Programs may include live birds) This is a free program offered to the public. An adult must accompany child(ren). Presented by US Fish and Wildlife Service, for information or to pre-register your group, please call 715-685-2645 or e-mail katie_goodwin@fws.gov.


May 16, 17 & 18;
Birding & Nature Festival
Explore the wonders of birding on beautiful Lake Superior during peak spring migration. Over 40 Birding Expeditions, Apostle Island Cruises, Kayaking Coastal Wetlands, Hands-on Workshops. For more information & registration, visit www.birdandnaturefest.com or call 1-800-284-9484. Plan ahead for Early Bird Discounts for registering early!


June 7; 9 a.m. - noon
Kids Fishing Day
Celebrate the pleasure of this life-long sport! Kids of all ages enjoy opportunities to learn fishing tips from biologists, ecologists, fishing enthusiasts and dedicated sportsmen. Free to the public. All fishing gear is provided. Fishing license and experience not required! Free public event. ^Top

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 Special Note: Events schedule may change without notice. Please call 715-685-9983 to confirm programs before driving a long distance. Tune to 1610 AM when in the Ashland area to find out more about events.

 

All Programs will be held at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center (NGLVC), located 2 miles west of Ashland (past the intersection of Highways 2 and 13) unless otherwise stated. We offer the following types of educational programs: community environmental education, school programs, in-the-field explorations via canoe and kayak, specialized conferences, and heritage programming. Some programs require a fee. The Center features free admission to its exhibits, nature walks, and roving interpretive programs. For school programs and conferences, please call 715-685-9983.

The Center is a partnership between the USDA Forest Service, National Park Service, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, the University of Wisconsin-Extension, US Fish & Wildlife Service and the Friends of the Center Alliance, Ltd.
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