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2nd Floor Exhibit
Lure of the North:
Resorts of Northern Wisconsin
Wisconsin Historical Society
Enjoy historic images from the Wisconsin Historical Society's collections. This exhibit features pieces from the Born Photographic Collection taken during the 1930’s and 1940’s by Ashland resident and jeweler, Allan Born. For more information contact Susan or Linda at 715-685-9983. Public invited, free exhibit.

February 11, 2012; 2:00 p.m.
Anishinaabe Storytelling
with the Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission
Come join us for an afternoon of Anishinaabe storytelling as presented by the Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission (GLIFWC) language staff. Free admission; public invited.

February 15, 2012; 7:00 p.m.
A Rare Bird: Kirtland's Warblers in Wisconsin
Chequamegon Audubon Lecture Series
Although unusual and particular in their nesting habitat, a few Kirtland warblers have been identified in Wisconsin's jack pine regions. Endangered species expert, Joel Trick, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, presents current research on the Kirtland's warblers in Wisconsin. Free admission; public invited.

March 14, 2012; 7:00 p.m.
Cougars in Wisconsin
Chequamegon Audubon Lecture Series
Secretive and mysterious, the large cats once roamed Wisconsin but had disappeared in the early 1900's. Mammal ecologist, Adrian Wydeven, WI DNR, discusses patterns and implications of recent cougar observations in Wisconsin. Free admission; public invited.

March 17, 2012; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
Paleontology & Archaeology:
The Study of Ancient Life (dinosaurs) and Early Human Life.
A Science at the Center Program
How do you tell the difference between a dinosaur bone and a cow bone? Touch real T-Rex and other dinosaur bones! Make a dino cast to take home. Take part in a dino dig. Explore past human life and learn how people lived and survived here for thousands of years. Dig and discover human artifacts from the past. Fee: $1.00 suggested donation for materials. Grades K - 2. For information or to register please call Susan Nelson at 715-685-2644 or to e-mail click here; or Dr. Mary Gruhl at 414-202-4862 or to e-mail click here. Download a Science at the Center brochure to view or save.

April 11, 2012; 7:00 p.m.
Empty Night Skies: The Devestation of White-Nose Syndrome
Chequamegon Audubon Lecture Series
Learn more about the disease responsible for over 80% decline in bat populations in the Northeastern USA. Find out how the unchecked spread of White-Nose Syndrome threatens the population of bats in Wisconsin. Brian Heeringa, local bat-monitoring project expert for Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forests, presents survey findings and research implications. Free admission; public invited.

April 28, 2012; 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Botany Bouquet: The Study of Plants.
A Science at the Center Program
What do honey, dyes, perfume, toothpaste, and baseball bats have in common? Use magnifying lenses, microscopes, chromatography, and simple chemical tests to investigate the insides of plants, flowers, seeds, and fruit. Be ready to paint with flowers! Fee: $1.00 suggested donation for materials. Grades 3 & up. For information or to register please call Susan Nelson at 715-685-2644 or to e-mail click here; or Dr. Mary Gruhl at 414-202-4862 or to e-mail click here. Download a Science at the Center brochure to view or save.

May 17, 18, & 19th, 2012
Chequamegon Bay 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. Look ahead for next year's Early Bird Discounts!

May 26, 2012; 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Limnology: The Study of Water.
A Science at the Center Program
How many water molecules are in a drop of water? Why is clean water important to humans? Discover how water makes a difference to all life on the planet. Explore the pond at the Visitor Center! Fee: $1.00 suggested donation for materials. Grades 3 & up. For information or to register please call Susan Nelson at 715-685-2644 or to e-mail click here; or Dr. Mary Gruhl at 414-202-4862 or to e-mail click here. Download a Science at the Center brochure to view or save.

June 2, 2012; 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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! For information please call Susan Nelson at 715-685-2644 or to e-mail Click here.

September 29, 2012; 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
National Public Lands Day
You can be a "Warrior on Weeds" and help maintain a beautiful "invasive-free" landscape. Join us for a fun Volunteer Work Day for individuals or groups, ages 12 and up, are welcome. Enjoy a pizza lunch following a great day a-field eradicating invasives! For more information contact Susan Nelson at 715-685-2644 or by e-mail. Public invited; free event.

November 3, 2012; 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Snow Tracking Carnivores & Other Mammals
A workshop for individuals interested in participating in the Wisconsin Volunteer Carnivore Tracking Program. This program is used to help estimate abundance of gray wolves and other forest carnivores within the state. Participants are trained on the identification of tacks of most medium and large land mammals in the state. Measuring tracks, use of forms, and methods for conducting surveys are discussed. Participants are tested in their ability to identify 25 state mammals by their tracks. Classroom space is limited, preference is given to individuals planning to conduct Wisconsin track surveys. Registration is required at least 7 days in advance; $25 fee. Early workshop discount cost $20, if paid registration is received by October 19, 2012. For more information, or call Monica Van Cleve at 715-685-2643 or to e-mail Click here.

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