Creating Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock Habitat with Ashley Strabel

05/09/2025 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM CT

Admission

$14.00 - Member
$17.00 - Non-Member
$20.00 - Walk-In

Location

NLDC Lodge

Summary

Join us for our evening programs, where you can dive into diverse environmental topics while enjoying a relaxed atmosphere. These sessions are led by knowledgeable guest lecturers and Discovery Center staff, making them a perfect way to wind down after a busy day. Whether you prefer a laid-back learning experience or an interactive session, each program promises to be both informative and enjoyable. Don't miss out on the chance to socialize and have fun while expanding your understanding of our planet!

Description

This program is a part of the 20th annual Northwoods Bird and Wildlife Festival. If you have registered for the festival and indicated you'll be attending this program, you do NOT need to register again.

Join us in kicking off the 20th Annual Northwoods Bird and Wildlife Festival with light appetizers, desserts, and a cash bar before the evening presentation in the NLDC Main Lodge.

If you're interested in the ecological components that makes great habitat for birds like the American woodcock, ruffed grouse, golden-winged warblers, and many others, this presentation is for you. We will explore the ecological needs of bird species which are dependent on young forest ecosystems. Various management activities will also be shared to provide guidance on how to create habitat for early successional species.

We will serve light appetizers and have a cash bar from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm, presentation will run from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Registration required by 5/8/25. Program is held at the North Lakeland Discovery Center Main Lodge. $17/Non-Member, $14/Member and $20 at the door for anyone who has not pre-registered. Thursday 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

There are limited volunteer spots available for reduced admission fees ($10/Volunteer bringing food and free for Volunteers that wish to help out from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm). Volunteers who sign up to bring food may pay at the door! Please sign up in I-Volunteer or contact Emily at emily@discoverycenter.net

Please read our program and event registration and cancellation policy here.