Wildlife Rescue
Because a better future for wildlife is a better future for all of us, the Northwoods Wildlife Center strives to help injured and orphaned animals through rescue, rehabilitation, education and research.
Rescue
Rehabilitate
Release
For any wildlife-related questions please call us between 8 a.m.-7 p.m. at
(715) 356-7400
If we are unavailable due to caring for the animals, please leave a voicemail and we will return your call.
What We Do
Northwoods Wildlife Center provides the wildlife of the Northwoods with rescue, rehabilitation, and release services, covering roughly 25% of the state. As one of the most established wildlife rehabilitation centers in Northern Wisconsin, we admit 600-700 animals a year in need of medical treatment and care.
Our wildlife rehabilitators are licensed through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service to provide professional care for over 100 species of Wisconsin wildlife. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, we receive no government funding. All funding is provided through our members, sponsorships, and generous donations made by the public.
Important Resources
Our Team
Licensed Rehabbers
To learn more about our talented rehabilitation staff visit the link below!
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Rescue/Transport Drivers
Learn more about volunteering and how to become a volunteer rescue and transport driver.
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Latest Wildlife Rehabilitation Reports
Rescuing a giant snapping turtle
A gentleman called last Saturday to describe a unique problem: a giant snapping turtle had taken up residence in his garage under his workbench. He had tried to move it, but said the turtle was too large and too heavy and generally not very cooperative. So we got his address and went to see if we could help. And sure […]
Raccoons of Summer 2024
Raccoons fishing for minnows. Every summer, the Northwoods Wildlife Center in Minocqua, Wisconsin, becomes a temporary home for dozens of baby raccoons. These adorable yet mischievous creatures arrive at our center in need of care, and it’s our job to nurse them back to health and prepare them for life back in the wild. But why do so many baby […]
ONE-EYED WONDERS: The Life-Saving Impact of Enucleation Surgery
Imagine the vibrant world of a hawk soaring through the skies or a cat stalking through tall grass. Their keen eyesight is crucial for survival. But what happens when a life-threatening injury or disease targets one of their most vital senses? Whether it’s a majestic owl injured by a stray branch or a loyal dog suffering from a painful […]
Helping Out a Fledgling Barred Owl
In mid-April, we received a call about a fledgling Barred Owl on the ground. With the parents still around, we asked the finder to leave him be for the day, hoping he would find his way back up the tree. Near dusk, the finder sent us some amusing pictures of the fledgling starting to climb back up the tree. With […]