The March Nibbles ‘n Knowledge program, held on Thursday, March 11th, showcases the interesting journey of Jason Holmes, a Mercer native. Jason built a 14 X 28 foot raft and floated it from the St. Croix River in Minnesota down to the bayou near New Orleans in the summer of 2000. Come join us as this Twentieth Century Huck Finn adventurer retells the stories of crossing locks, surviving the intense summer heat, meeting unique river characters, and near death experiences with giant barges as he traveled down the mighty Mississippi. Start your night with complimentary appetizers, a cash bar and mingling prior to the evening’s program starting at 5:00 p.m. program will follow starting at 6:00 p.m. This program will be held at the Manitowish Waters Community Center. Cost is $12.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members. Preregistration is appreciated.
Join the Discovery Center on Saturday, March 13th for a unique program focused on winter beaver trapping and ecology. Retired wildlife biologist and long-time trapper Jeff Wilson will lead participants on a snowshoe hike to an area beaver lodge to check his underwater traps. Beaver trapping has been an important part of Wisconsin’s heritage and Jeff will demonstrate the importance of sustainable trapping. Following the hike will be a demonstration on how to properly skin a beaver. Preregistration required. Please meet at the North Lakeland Discovery Center in Manitowish Waters, program will be from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cost is $12.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members. Bring a pair of your own snowshoes or borrow a pair of ours.
