DISCOVERY CENTER TRIATHLON HITS THE MARK250 tri-athletes and 150 spectators joined us on July 3rd for the annual wilderness triathlon. The event features a 300-yard swim, a rollicking 10K bike ride and a 5K run through the woods. On a pre-race training run, one participant returned breathless after encountering a Black Bear-- a BIG Black Bear. She quickly realized, this truly is a wilderness triathlon.

At the race conclusion, contestants and their families enjoyed a party with food, beverages, lots of stories, and a raffl e. Aaron Mancheski, of Boulder Junction, won a Kinetics Road Machine Fluid Trainer generously donated by Muddy Paws Racing. Casey Pickerill, of Lafayette, Indiana, won the coveted Tri-Athlete Goodie Basket, compliments of Coontail Sports.

Top fi nishers and complete race results are available www.discoverycenter.net.

A special thank you to all of our sponsors listed at the end of this story.

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By Guy David,

The Discovery Center Bird Club contributes volunteer time and talent to various citizen science projects in behalf of the Discovery Center. Projects include participating in the annual International Crane Count, studying the effects of a regional shoreline restoration project on breeding bird populations, and regularly reporting bird species observations to a national bird database.

On April 17, 2010, club members assisted in the International Crane Count. Every year, for one early morning in April, club members scatter throughout the area to count and record Sandhill Cranes.

During the month of June, the club conducted shoreline bird surveys as part of a project that the Discovery Center has been contracted to perform. Volunteers assay birds at 6:00 a.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout June. At these outings, a member records the number of each bird species observed and reports the data to eBird, a national database. The club reported 171 species of birds so far in 2010 and a total of 235 species over the past six years. Several club members also enjoy observing birds at Ledge Park near Horicon Marsh, located in north-central Dodge County between Horicon and Mayville. Ledge Park is considered one of the most beautiful places in southeast Wisconsin.

Summer Raffl e tickets can be purchased by calling 715-543-2085. Need not be present to win.

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The Importance of Surveys

Bird Club: August Calendar

- Bird Club annual meeting - 7pm NLDC

- Powell Marsh, Sherman Lake area - 7am - meet at parking area off of Powell Rd

- Canoe/Kayak - location to be announced

- Ashland area, day trip - Meet at Great Northern Motel, Mercer at 7am, bring a bagged lunch

- Presque Isle Ponds 7am

The Bird Club welcomes all to its activities. Contact the Discovery Center to be placed on email list; and in order to obtain information and details on future events and outings.

Our website at www.DiscoveryCenter.net is now connected to our database so you can check our latest calendar of community programs and special events, register and pay online. Our homepage has a small calendar where you can fi nd out if something is happening on a particular day or use the

By Hannah Uher-Koch,

This summer, the he North Lakeland Discovery Center is focused on two bird surveys. The fi rst is a Shoreline Restoration Bird Survey in conjunction n with the Department of of Natural Resources. The The second is a joint study study of birds with the Lac du Lac du Flambeau tribe. Both surveys examine birds endemic to our area. Participants will conduct a bird count and species assay. The topic is particularly germane in light of the ecological catastrophe in the Gulf of Mexico. Ecological disasters have widespread effect on endemic and migrating birds. By surveying the current population of birds in the Northwoods, we are better able to assess the impact of ecological disasters on our bird populations. For example, the beloved Common Loon winters in the Gulf of Mexico and summers regionally in Wisconsin. One can only wonder how potentially toxic habitat and food sources could affect our own bird populations. Through monitoring and education, we hope to become better informed about the populations of birds which reside locally. Ultimately we hope to protect the Northwoods through enhanced education and knowledge.

Register Online

“CLICK HERE to FIND A PROGRAM and REGISTER” link to open a large calendar with event titles that link to more information and registration details. We’ve converted to this online system to give you 24/7 access to the many interesting and fun things happening at the Center. Let us know how this works for you.

Note from the Director

Sarah Johnson,

I was recently invited to give a presentation to the Philanthropic Education Organization (PEO). PEO is an international association of women sharing a common sisterhood, who raise money in support of women in education. I was invited to introduce the Discovery Center and speak on a topic of my choice.

For this occasion I chose the Timber Wolf, Canis lupus, as my topic. I was a bit nervous despite past experiences speaking to groups about the Discovery Center. Would this sophisticated group of women be interested in the topic?

Once I began, my nerves eased and I found myself looking into intent and curious eyes. These women were steadfastly interested in the wolves’ past, present and future role in our Northwood’s ecosystem. To augment the presentation, I brought wolf pelts and skulls; I left the scat (poop) in the car. It was a luncheon, after all.

All in all, it was a delightful time, with great input, questions, stories, and group feedback; and quite contrary to my long-ago public speaking fears. Characteristically, I waited until my last semester in college to take the dreaded speech class. Now, I am comfortable with public speaking engagements, and particularly enjoy audiences that share a common concern and connection to the Northwoods. Please feel welcome to contact me, sarah@discoverycenter.net or 715-543-2085, to speak at your next meeting or event. Sincerely, I look forward to these occasions.

Recently at . . .The Discover Your World “Lake Invaders” Program

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Please return membership form to: NLDC, PO Box 237 Manitowish Waters, WI 54545.

• Free onsite use of watercraft and snowshoes• Monthly newsletters• Program guide mailed to your home• Discounts on programs and NLDC merchandise

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VolunteerAppreciation Barbeque

On Monday, August 23rd, the Discovery Center will recognize the importance of its volunteer staff. In appreciation, all volunteers are invited to an evening barbeque party celebrating—them! Our volunteer staff is instrumental to the success of our frequent special events and the overall success of the Discovery Center. Our newest fundraiser,

, and our 14th annual , attracted over four hundred participants

and many new visitors to our campus. To those who tirelessly staffed the front desk or worked as support staff for our many programs, the Discovery Center understands and appreciates the eciates the value of our volunteers and what and whatthey contribute to the success uccessof the Discovery Center. We Wecouldn’t do it without them! hem!We are grateful for the the opportunity to acknowledge geand celebrate our r volunteers and all that t they do. Please mark k your calendars and join us usthis August 23, 2010.

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