Great Horned Owl Release
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Raccoon Release
Even though it is only mid August, with dry weather and cooler temperatures, it is starting to feel like fall here in the north woods. At the Center, the change
NWC Intern Wins Loon Call Contest at Mercer’s Annual Loon Festival
Congrats, Nikki, on being this year’s Grand Champion!
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Bald Eagle Release
On May 31st we admitted a juvenile (born last year) female bald eagle. By the time she got to us (after being noticed on a homeowner’s trail cam), it was
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Volunteer here!
The Northwoods Wildlife Center is looking for skilled and willing volunteers to help with several important outdoor and construction projects.These projects are more than maintenance. They help us create safe,
A Special Spring Ephemeral: Vernal Pools
By Advanced Rehabber Sheridan Perry What Are Vernal Pools? Vernal pools—also known as ephemeral ponds—are small, temporary bodies of water that form in the spring. The word “vernal” simply means
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Building a Great Horned Owl Nest Box
With a baby great horned owl in our care that will need renesting soon, our executive director Bryon Black built it a nest box!
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Earth Day Musings; WildPhiles Returns this May
Earth Day 2026: Yes, It Still Matters There’s something about this time of year in the Northwoods that makes everything feel so alive again, and honestly, it’s the perfect backdrop
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Pigeon Release
It’s always nice when a story comes full circle and ends with a release! On March 13th, two caring citizens from Ashland found an injured rock pigeon in a Walgreens