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Mead Wildlife Area Official Website George W. Mead Wildlife Area is over 33,000 acres of public land; the state's largest wildlife area.

Located within the temperate zone, the Mead's five types of habitats are rich with biodiversity which makes the area a paradise for wildlife. In turn, this makes the Mead a delightful place for hikers, photographers, hunters, naturalists, botanists, bird watchers, trappers, and all explorers who are interested in the great bounty that nature in Wisconsin offers. Wisconsin Wildlife Areas are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; No pass needed, parking lots remain open across the property. Maps are available at the visitor center and kiosks located around the property. The visitor center, 201517 Cty Hwy S, has limited hours of operation, Tuesday-Friday, 9-4:00. On weekends, public programs are often occurring. Check out the events page on the Mead website for more information: https://www.meadwildlife.org/events.

11/01/2026

2027 Mead Wildlife Art Gallery

If you love The Mead and wildlife art, you have to see the juried show on display at the visitor center. Talented artists created works that celebrate The Mead and the critters found here. Its a must see!

Free, family-fun.

201517 Cty Hwy S, Milladore, WI

Open daily, 9-4, today through November 6th.

Photo credits for Honorable Mention award winners:
Marguerite Timmerman, "Chickadee on Frosty Ribs"
Chuck Heiting, "Romeo Looking for Juliet"

10/31/2026

2027 Mead Wildlife Art Gallery

If you love The Mead and wildlife art, you have to see the juried show on display at the visitor center. Talented artists created works that celebrate The Mead and the critters found here. Its a must see!

Free, family-fun.

201517 Cty Hwy S, Milladore, WI

Open daily, 9-4, today through November 6th.

Photo credits for Honorable Mention award winners:
Natalie Vilter, "Kites"
Carolyn Wetuski, "Moth in Disguise"

10/19/2026

Thank you to Wisconsin WDNR. Top 4 in Banding waterfowl in North America. Ahead of California Waterfowl Association.
By: Bruce Urben

10/19/2026

35 people enjoyed a lovely Fall evening viewing Trumpeter Swans, Sandhill Cranes, various waterfowl and Greater White Fronted Geese.’

10/05/2026

The sounds of nature are extra special with the migration of Sandhill Cranes, geese and other waterfowl in the Fall. Mark your calendars and attend this special event.

10/05/2026

The sounds of nature are extra special with the migration of sandhill cranes, geese, and other waterfowl in the Fall. Mark your calendars and attend the special event.

09/22/2026

Introduction to Nature Photography: October 3rd, 9am-11:30am
Free, open to all skill levels, and all photographers (from cell phones to cameras)

Members of the Focal Point Camera Club will present An Introduction to Nature Photography, discussing composition, lighting, additional related topics, and will answer your questions. After the presentation, all are invited to a photo walk. Focal Point Camera Club members will assist participants with capturing beautiful photos on whichever device they use.

Mead Wildlife Area
201517 Cty Hwy S
Milladore, WI

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Photo credit: Carolyn Wetuski, "The Pollinator"

09/13/2026

We had a large turnout for our birding outing to the Honey Island area of the Mead Wildlife Area. We saw many different species of birds.

09/11/2026

Interested in Fall Mushrooms? We Are Too!
ANNOUNCEMENT! POP-UP MUSHROOM WALK AT THE MEAD!
(Please share with your fun-gi-ist friends!)

Join Master Naturalist Craig Ziolkowski for a pop-up foray at Mead Wildlife Area, Saturday September 12, 2026 at 12:00 pm.

Meet at the Stanton W Mead Visitor Center at 12:00 pm to car caravan to the foray location. Caravan will depart promptly at 12:15 pm and return to the Visitor Center around 2 pm.

Dress for the weather, wear sturdy footwear/rubber boots, if wet. Bring a basket or small mesh bag to gather your findings. No experience needed.

Trip will go in light rain, if heavy rain or thunderstorms are predicted, foray will be canceled.

For more information, email: [email protected]

201517 Cty Hwy S, Milladore, WI

(Photo credit: USDA, public domain)

Address

201517 County Road S
Milladore, WI
54454

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17154576771

Website

http://www.meadwildlife.org/

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