Wisconsin

Gems of the Northwoods: Hike & Canoe Michigan & Wisconsin

Program No. 24634RJ
Hike and canoe through northern Wisconsin and Michigan as you go off the beaten path to learn about the natural wonders and wildlife of the Northwoods.

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Jul 14 - Jul 20, 2024
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Aug 4 - Aug 10, 2024
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Aug 11 - Aug 17, 2024
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Aug 25 - Aug 31, 2024
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Sep 8 - Sep 14, 2024
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Sep 15 - Sep 21, 2024
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Sep 29 - Oct 5, 2024
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Jun 22 - Jun 28, 2025
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Jul 13 - Jul 19, 2025
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Jul 27 - Aug 2, 2025
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Aug 10 - Aug 16, 2025
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Aug 17 - Aug 23, 2025
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Aug 24 - Aug 30, 2025
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Aug 31 - Sep 6, 2025
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Sep 14 - Sep 20, 2025
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Sep 28 - Oct 4, 2025
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Jul 14 - Jul 20, 2024
Starting at
949
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No extra cost for single rooms! Free singles sell out quickly, so be sure to enroll early.

Aug 4 - Aug 10, 2024
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949
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No extra cost for single rooms! Free singles sell out quickly, so be sure to enroll early.

Aug 11 - Aug 17, 2024
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Aug 25 - Aug 31, 2024
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Sep 8 - Sep 14, 2024
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Sep 15 - Sep 21, 2024
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Sep 29 - Oct 5, 2024
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Jun 22 - Jun 28, 2025
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Jul 13 - Jul 19, 2025
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Jul 27 - Aug 2, 2025
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Aug 10 - Aug 16, 2025
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Aug 17 - Aug 23, 2025
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Aug 24 - Aug 30, 2025
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Aug 31 - Sep 6, 2025
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Sep 14 - Sep 20, 2025
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949
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Sep 28 - Oct 4, 2025
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At a Glance

Breathtaking waterfalls. Stately and quiet forests. Flowing waterways that are home to rich plant and animal life. Northern Wisconsin and Michigan are home to many natural gems, and they are ready to be explored on this active learning adventure! Hike and canoe through untouched wilderness, all while identifying the wildlife that call these regions home. In the evenings, you’ll learn more about the flora and fauna of the Northwoods through discussions led by local experts.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited

What You'll Learn

  • Learn the basics of canoeing while hearing about the plants and animals that live in the rivers and lakes of the Northwoods.
  • Discover why cranberries are the official state fruit of Wisconsin as you explore a local cranberry farm.
  • Hike on trails that introduce you to the Sylvania Wilderness, Bond Falls and Porcupine Mountains State Park.
Featured Expert
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Todd Starling
Todd joined Trees For Tomorrow in January 2018. From Delisle, Saskatchewan, he studied natural resource technologies in Fort Smith, Northwest Territories and worked as a park interpreter in Wood Buffalo National Park. He later studied environmental science at The University of Lethbridge, then was a naturalist intern at the Audubon Center of the North Woods in Sandstone, Minnesota. He then spent six years at Fort William Historical Park in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Todd and his family moved to Northern Wisconsin in 2017.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Jenny Sadak has worked as an educator at Trees For Tomorrow for more than 8 years and loves to share her knowledge of environmental sciences with learners of all ages. Her past professional experience includes assisting with climate change research in Alaska, surveying wildlife for the Helena National Forest, working with water rights for the state of Montana, and leading naturalist programs in Jackson, Wyoming. In her spare time, Jenny enjoys spending time with family, hiking, backpacking, cross-country skiing, travelling, and baking.
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Kim Feller joined Trees for Tomorrow in October 2014. She is from Columbus, Ohio, has a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s degree in coastal, marine and wetland studies. Her fieldwork experience includes conducting wetland surveys in Ohio, working at a national wildlife refuge in Michigan and studying marsh bird populations in South Carolina. Kim began her job as Road Scholar programs coordinator in 2015. When she is not at work, she enjoys many "Road Scholar-like" activities such as hiking, biking, kayaking and photography!
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Todd Starling View biography
Todd joined Trees For Tomorrow in January 2018. From Delisle, Saskatchewan, he studied natural resource technologies in Fort Smith, Northwest Territories and worked as a park interpreter in Wood Buffalo National Park. He later studied environmental science at The University of Lethbridge, then was a naturalist intern at the Audubon Center of the North Woods in Sandstone, Minnesota. He then spent six years at Fort William Historical Park in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Todd and his family moved to Northern Wisconsin in 2017.
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Bethany Heft View biography
Bethany Heft joined Trees For Tomorrow in September of 2019. She developed her love for both teaching and the great Northwoods when she worked at TFT for a 12-month position in 2011. Beth holds a BS in wildlife and fisheries science from Pennsylvania State University. Outside of work, her hobbies include crafting, hiking, canoeing and spending time with her horse.
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Jane Feely joined Trees for Tomorrow in September of 2022. Prior to becoming an environmental educator, Jane lived in Minnesota, where she earned both her bachelor’s degree in biology and her master’s degree in conservation sciences. Jane worked in research while obtaining her degrees, studying NSAIDs in wastewater treatment plants' effluents, pesticide effectiveness on invasive milfoil, and using sound and air to block the spread of invasive carp. When she isn’t working, Jane enjoys running, writing, and playing board games.
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Shelly Rudnick-Peterson View biography
Shelly Rudnick-Peterson joined Trees for Tomorrow in December of 2021 after teaching high school science for almost 20 years. Prior to teaching, she worked as a chemical engineer in the paper industry. Along with teaching at TFT, Shelly coordinates group schedules and helps to plan the annual Wisconsin Master Naturalist program. Outside of work she enjoys anything outside – hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing, and snowshoeing.
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