August 2019
Open Enrollment Summer Camp Off to a Great Start
On July 7th, thirty-two campers and six counselors eagerly arrived at Upham Woods for the first session of Open Enrollment Summer Camp at Upham Woods. The six days of camp were filled with lots of laughs, sunshine, camp activities, and even some learning! The campers got to know each other in a unique way by using some cool science tools we keep in a mysterious golden box called a DOTS (Digital Observation Technology Skills) kit. Some of the tools include an infrared thermometer that measures the temperature of objects, a kestrel weather meter that measures the wind speed, and even a digital microscope! They had the chance to use these tools again on their all-day Blackhawk Island adventure. Each group of campers created a scientific story skit that they shared with the rest of camp their Wednesday evening campfires. Campers also had the chance to shoot arrows at targets with balloons attached, paddle and fish on the WI River, meet some of Upham’s education animals, complete team building activities, and play water games. The oldest campers had the option of enjoying a unique paddle at dawn on Friday. We had so much fun with this splendid group of kids, and we hope they will join us again next year! 
Snapshot Day Saturday, August 17
In terested in protecting Wisconsin’s waters? We need your help to prevent the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species. You won’t want to miss the 6th annual Snapshot Day hosted by Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center in partnership with River Alliance of Wisconsin, UW Extension's Citizen Lake Monitoring Network, and WI Department of Natural Resources.
On Saturday, August 17th join 200+ volunteers, water lovers, and local groups on a fun, hands-on search for aquatic invasive species (AIS). You can help protect Wisconsin's rivers and lakes from exotic plants and animals that negatively impact habitat, wildlife, recreation and health.

Now Hiring! Fall Teaching Naturalists
It is that time of year again when we are hiring Fall School Year Naturalists. Not too long ago I was looking for the perfect job where I could impact children at an early age while giving them an opportunity to connect to nature. Providing children and adults with an awareness and appreciation for the environment gives them an understanding of the importance of conserving the world around them. This job can do exactly that! Located on the beautiful Wisconsin River, working alongside a team of naturalists, you will be able to share your passion by teaching children in an outdoor laboratory. Upham Woods has adventure based classes where children get to explore caves on Blackhawk Island and canoe the Wisconsin River. Seasonal Naturalists facilitate a wide range of environmental, outdoor and experiential education programs, including lake ecology, herpetology, canoeing, team building, and challenge courses. This job also includes assisting in program development/updates, animal husbandry/training (with raptors, reptiles and amphibians), and materials/area maintenance. This job is perfect for anyone that is enthusiastic, dedicated and enjoys working with children. 

Thank You to Our July 2019 Visitors!
Thank you to these groups that spent time at
Upham Woods this past month :

  • Outagamie/Calumet Counties 4-H Camp
  • Grant County 4-H Camp
  • Dane County 4-H Camp
  • Crawford/Vernon/Richland Co 4-H Camp
  • The 161 Campers that attended our Open Enrollment Sessions
Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center
N194 County Rd N
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
(608) 254-6461
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