SPECIAL EVENTS

Join us at the Discovery Center for special events designed to facilitate connections among people, nature and the community! From social gatherings and hands-on workshops to family-friendly activities and expert-led talks, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your friends and family, and explore the beauty of nature together!

2025 Event sponsorship opportunities available! Email contact@discoverycenter.net or call 715-543-2085 for more information.

2025 EVENTS

Saturday, October 18th 3 - 5 pm

BAT FEST

Celebrate critters of the night with the Discovery Center!

This FREE event features a live bat meet & greet, educational nocturnal animal activities, a walk through bat cave, and critter crafts! This year we are welcoming the Raptor Education Group Inc. to meet some of Wisconsin's raptors of the night and learn about their unique adaptations. Food will be available for purchase by Rustic Roots Catering in our Historic YCC Lodge. 

Thank you to our sponsors: St Mathias Thrift Shop and Stephen & Nancy Russell!
Register Here!
Tuesday, December 30th 11am-2pm

WINTER FAMILY PLAY DAY

Join the North Lakeland Discovery Center for free nature-themed, drop-in activities that are fun for the whole family, including winter scavenger hunts, a snowy obstacle course, indoor crafts and horse-drawn sleigh rides.