Visit the ranch where the gentle giants live. See an entertaining
demonstration of a cart class in costume and full harness, antique hitch
wagons and show
preparation. Museum and gift shop.
Tour Time: 1.5 hours
Cost: $10 Adult, $5 Child
Season: May 1-Oct 31
Hours: Mon-Sat 1pm tour and grandstand show
Siberian Outpost Dog Sledding Demos - FOND DU LAC
Learn
about the
history and training of winter’s most interesting sport. Meet
the dogs, view an antique sled and see the team in action.
Adventurous souls are invited to have a seat in the sled for an
exciting demo. Includes hot chocolate and snacks. Some time
spent outdoors by the kennel, but a warm fire inside is always
available if you get chilled.
Tour Time: 2 hours
Cost: $150/group
Season: Year-round. Demos with snow only
Hours: By Appointment
Knigge Robotic Farm
- OSHKOSH
This is the first dairy in the United States to install
robotic milkers on a farm. This allows the cows to get milked whenever
they feel the need instead of waiting for the farmer. Come learn about
the different lifestyles the farmers at Knigge experience and enjoy the
most enhanced farm in the area.
Tour Time: 1 hour
Cost: $5 per person
Season: April – October
Hours: By appointment
Glacier Ridge Animal Farm
- FOND DU LAC
Spend a day where the buffalo roam. Visit Chloe the camel, feed the goats and the deer, see water buffalo, feed the ducks and the swans and see over 30 different species of animals. Say "hi" to Speedy the African tortoise. Stroll around the farm, enjoy refreshments and shop at The Trading Post. Visit the farm store for gifts, bison meat, and many other items. During our Fall Festival, pick your own pumpkin, enjoy a caramel apple and go for a hayride. www.glacierridgeanimalfarm.com
Tour Time: 1 – 1.5 hours
Cost: Adults $5, Children $4
Season: May-October
Hours: By Appointment
Lakeside Park Petting Zoo
- FOND DU LAC
Visit the more than 20 animals at the Lakeside Park Petting Zoo.
Tour Time: 1 hour
Cost: Free
Season: Memorial Day through Labor Day
Villa Loretto Tours
- FOND DU LAC
Pet a llama or see the fainting sheep at this unusual
ranch run by nuns - part of the retirement complex they operate. More
than 100 animals to pet and photograph. Peacocks, to Clydesdales and
llamas to emus. Beautiful gardens and
fish ponds. Gift shops in the granary and the home. Public lunchroom, snack bar,
and “Nun Better Bakery” stocked with homemade cookies and pizza.
Customized pre-arranged group tours may include nun-driven hayrides, spinning
and weaving demonstrations, games, lunch, and more. Public events scheduled.
Menominee Park Zoo and Little Oshkosh Community Playground
- OSHKOSH
Little Oshkosh is one of the largest community-built
playgrounds in the nation. It covers over 30,000 square feet and features
tunnels, airplanes, a big head and more, all made of the wood that made
the “Sawdust City” famous. The zoo, featuring North American
animals, is located across from the playground.
Tour Time: 1.5 hours
Cost: Playground: free
Zoo: $1, free on Monday
Season: Memorial Day - Sept
Hours: 9 am – 7 pm
WOODLAND DUNES NATURE CENTER
- TWO RIVERS
A 1,200 acre wildlife sanctuary, home to hundreds of species of plants
and
animals. We offer more than 6 miles of nature trails, an interpretive
center, butterfly garden, naturalist led programs, folk music concerts,
and
gift shop. Bird Breakfast celebrates the spring migration.
Hwy 310 West of Two Rivers, PO Box 2108, Manitowoc, WI 54221-2108
920-793-4007
www.woodlanddunes.com
Open Mon - Fri: 9 am - 4 pm; Sat: 9 am - noon; Sun: Seasonal hours (Call or
visit online)
Cost: Free
Tour Time: 1 - _ hours
LINCOLN PARK ZOO
- MANITOWOC
Natural habitats featuring fish, birds, and larger animals native to the
North Woods. Beautiful wooded park setting with picnic areas and a
children's playground. New! Red barn with farm animals, butterfly wildflower
garden, and Japanese rock garden. Special events throughout the year.
1215 Block of N. 8th St., Manitowoc, WI 54220 920-683-4685
Open Memorial Day - Labor Day: 8 am - 6 pm; All other times: 8 am -
3 pm
Tour
Time: One hour
Cost: Nominal admission fee charged.
Bahr-Creek Llamas & Fiber Studio
- MANITOWOC
Located just 35 miles South of Manitowoc on I-43 exit #113. Spinning wheels, looms, supplies, yarns/fibers, books and gifts. Relax with a cup of coffee and watch the llamas.
N1021 Sauk Trail Rd., Cedar Grove, WI 53013 920-668-6417
Open Mon – Fri: 12 – 6 pm; Sat: 10 am – 5 pm All other times – please call ahead www.bahrcreek.com
LondonDairy Alpacas
- MANITOWOC
The LondonDairy Ranch has beautiful exotic alpacas and a unique gift store, Alpaca Threads. Enjoy soft garments made from their non-allergenic, warm & durable fiber, capes, shawls, gloves, etc. Visitors & groups welcome by appointment.
$3 admission fee www.LondonDairyAlpacas.com