• Wildlife Rescue, Rehabilitation and Education since 1979

Author: Bryon Black

Spooky Wildlife October – Skeletons

Skeletons make regular appearances at our center, even when it isn’t close to Halloween! Even though the results can look a little creepy, x-rays are a great tool that help…

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2024 Night for Wildlife

Night For Wildlife was a huge success this year! We had a great turn out and lots of awesome donated items went to great new homes during the auction. Thanks…

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Black’s Cliff Resort

In addition to supporting the Northwoods Wildlife Center at the Wildlife Protector level, Black’s Cliff Resort is always there with volunteering, event support and more. You can learn more about…

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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,…

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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…

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Welcome 2024 Summer Interns

Join us in welcoming our 2024 summer interns to the Northwoods Wildlife Center! We are excited to host a talented and diverse group of individuals from all over the country…

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Trig’s Food and Drug

Thank you to Trig’s Food and Drug for the many ways they support our mission. Helping with food for our patients, supporting our Photo Gala, and letting us move building…

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Wildlife Rehab Report for April 12, 2024

A baby squirrel getting special care from Ashley, one of our wildlife rehabbers. Orphaned Baby Squirrels These two baby squirrels were admitted to the Wildlife Center after construction workers noticed…

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Owl House Update

Thanks to everyone who has stuck with us while we figure out the best way to build the new owl house. Our biggest challenge in developing a plan for the…

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Wildlife Rehabilitation Report for April 3, 2024

Wildlife Rehabilitation Report for April 3, 2024 Raccoon recovering in one of our mammal recovery enclosures. Sickly Racoon This poor raccoon came in emaciated and riddled with parasites. Thankfully, he…

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