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Nibbles n' Knowledge: Exploring Tiny Worlds - Zooplankton with Carol Warden

04/09/2026 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM CT

Admission

  • Free  -  Volunteer (4:30 pm - 7:30 pm)
  • $14.00  -  Member
  • $17.00  -  Non-Member
  • $20.00  -  Walk-In

Location

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

Step into the miniature marvels of nature! From the velvety green carpets of moss to the intricate patterns of lichens and the drifting beauty of zooplankton—this program series reveals the unseen worlds that keep our landscapes alive. Discover how these tiny forms weave together the fabric of the natural world.

 

Join us for this special Nibbles n' Knowledge program launching our Tiny Worlds program series as we welcome Carol Warden, from UW-Madison's Center for Limnology at Trout Lake Station to discuss zooplankton, microscopic animals that live adrift in our freshwater lakes.

 

We will serve light appetizers and have a cash bar from 5:00 - 6:00 pm, presentation will run from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Registration required by noon on 4/9/26. 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.