Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center

Division of Extension

This black and white image shows a man standing in front of a large tree that has been hit with an ax.

Life of a Logger

Travel back in time to an 1858 Wisconsin logging camp.
Students will learn about the dress, work and play of 19th century lumberjacks.

Blackhawk Island Hikes

Paddle a barge to our 210 acre island, where students can crawl through sandstone caves, visit historic sites on the Wisconsin River, witness forest succession and much more.

Voyageur Program

Become a voyageur and paddle a 34-foot replica of a voyageur canoe from the French Fur Trade era on the Wisconsin River. Students will learn about the people that made the fur trade possible and the role that each culture played as trappers, traders, and travelers.