Forest conservation in Ashland, Wisconsin

St. Peter's Dome National Natural Area is a breathtaking park and tourist attraction located on Forest Road 199 in Marengo, Wisconsin, United States. This pristine natural area is home to diverse flora and fauna, including towering trees, rare wildflowers, and a variety of wildlife. Visitors can enjoy hiking trails, scenic overlooks, and peaceful picnic areas while immersing themselves in the beauty of the great outdoors. St. Peter's Dome National Natural Area is the perfect destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore and appreciate the wonders of the natural world.

The Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, located in Ashland, Wisconsin, is a travel agency that serves as a hub for information, education, and tourism services in the Northern Great Lakes Region. Operating through a unique federal, state, and local partnership, the center offers a wide range of programs and events to help visitors connect with the history, culture, and natural resources of the area. With partners such as the US Forest Service, National Park Service, and Wisconsin Historical Society, the center provides educational programs, wildlife viewing opportunities, and access to public records and manuscripts through the Ashland Area Research Center. Visitors can also enjoy the Spirit of the North gift shop managed by the Friends of the Center Alliance Limited, which supports various grants and programs at the center.

The Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute, located in Ashland, Wisconsin, United States, is dedicated to preparing individuals to face future challenges with intellectual and artistic creativity while promoting and protecting experiences of wildness and wonder. The Institute hosts various programs such as LoonWatch, the Timber Wolf Alliance, the Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award, and events for both young people and adults. Their signature program focuses on protecting common loons and their habitats through education, monitoring, and research. Additionally, the Institute's youth outreach programs aim to cultivate curiosity, compassion, and creativity by immersing participants in nature. Established in 1991, the Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award honors writers who carry on the tradition of nature writing. The Institute originated from an environmental conference held at Northland College in 1971, with Senator Gaylord Nelson and Sigurd F. Olson among the speakers. The Timber Wolf Alliance at Northland College celebrates Wolf Awareness Week annually. The Institute also houses an archive of Sigurd Olson's memorabilia and writings.

The Madeline Island Wilderness Preserve, located at 3060 North Shore Road in La Pointe, Wisconsin, is dedicated to the protection and preservation of natural areas on Madeline Island. Established in 1987, it is one of the oldest and most successful land trusts in Wisconsin. The Preserve holds over 2900 acres of forest, wetlands, and trails that provide habitat for plants and wildlife and contribute to the natural beauty of the island. Visitors to the Preserve can enjoy hiking, berry-picking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing on the nature preserve lands. Deer hunting is permitted during the state's hunting season, but hunting, trapping, or snaring of other animals like bears, coyotes, and wolves is prohibited. Biking on MIWP trails and the use of motorized vehicles are also not allowed. Camping and fires are not permitted on the Preserve lands.