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Join the Natural Resources Foundation and the North Lakeland Discovery Center on this 4-day adventure to explore hidden gems of Wisconsin’s Northwoods. Enjoy hikes, paddles and pontoon rides to learn why the ecology, habitats and wildlife are so unique in this region. Our journey will reveal forests ablaze with yellow, orange and red fall colors and spectacular waterfalls cascading over ancient bedrock. Observe abundant wildlife, enjoy beautiful scenery, and hear about citizen science efforts underway to better understand the stunning Northwoods and its inhabitants.<\/p>\n
This trip is in partnership with North Lakeland Discovery Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/interstate_falls_David-Marvin.jpg” alt=”An Emerald Touncanet perched on a tree branch. 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For waterfall viewing, participants should be able to hike up to 5 miles and ascend or descend steep stairs and sloped trails. Physical activities typically last for 3 or more hours at a time.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Five bunk house style cabins that include bathrooms with showers. Housing will be shared by other members of your group. Nearby hotel lodging available at your own expense.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Paddle-Licia-Johnson.jpg” title_text=”Paddle Licia Johnson” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Kayakers by Licia Johnson.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The base cost is $750 per person. The price includes bunkhouse accommodations, meals except Day 2 restaurant dinner, non-alcoholic beverages with meals, vehicle transportation, canoe rental, a full time guide and part of your trip cost goes to support the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin.<\/p>\n A deposit of $225 per person is required by participants to register and reserve a space on the program. Reservations made less than 30 days prior to departure require full payment.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/nldc.app.neoncrm.com\/np\/clients\/nldc\/event.jsp?event=50741&%20%20″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Reserve a space” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 60 or more days before scheduled date of arrival: 50% of down payment is forfeited.<\/p>\n 59-0 days before departure: 100% of down payment is forfeited.<\/p>\n Registration deadline is September 5, 2025 [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/bunkhouse_NLDC.jpg” title_text=”Bunkhouse NLDC” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Bunkhouses by North Lakeland Discovery Center [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/travel\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”EXPLORE CONSERVATION AROUND THE WORLD with nrf” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#e0e9ed” width=”80%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”Kim Kreitinger ” position=”Field Trip Coordinator” image_url=”https:\/\/wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Kim-Kreitinger_Badlands-e1541797452116.jpg” admin_label=”Contact – Kim” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ global_module=”20796″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n (608) 409-3110Trip highlights<\/h2>\n
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