Friends of Mead & McMillan Wildlife Areas

Friends of Mead & McMillan Wildlife Areas 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.

Mark your calendars. Don’t miss this birding opportunity.
09/08/2026

Mark your calendars. Don’t miss this birding opportunity.

08/28/2026

Ever wonder where the duck numbers come from?

Every spring, pilot-biologists take to the skies to get a firsthand look at North America’s breeding grounds. See what goes into the count and what those numbers can tell us about the fall flight.

Read the full story at the link below!

https://dul.ink/45WhNzB

08/28/2026
These birds can be seen in the Mead Wildlife Area especially in the draw down areas where mud flats appear.
08/24/2026

These birds can be seen in the Mead Wildlife Area especially in the draw down areas where mud flats appear.

The Mead Kite Festival was fantastic! Colorful high-flying kites, perfect breezy weather, families enjoying the day, mus...
08/22/2026

The Mead Kite Festival was fantastic! Colorful high-flying kites, perfect breezy weather, families enjoying the day, music by Jordan Bain Music, walks out to the Dragonfly Pond, delicious food and record attendance.

Making your plans for the weekend? Then you have to know that we are adding yet another excellent feature to the Mead Ki...
08/21/2026

Making your plans for the weekend? Then you have to know that we are adding yet another excellent feature to the Mead Kite Festival!! FREE LIVE MUSIC!!!

Not just any ol' music; we are thrilled to bring Jordan Bain to The Mead, Aug 22nd. Jordan is a talented Stevens Point based singer-songwriter with the stylistic combo of Jack White, Hank Williams, Tom Petty, Beck, and Paul McCartney. Playing original and cover songs from noon to 3:00, Jordan will get you movin' to the blues, country, alt & indie, and classic rock, spanning 1926 to 2026 .

Entrance to the Mead Kite Festival is FREE.
11-3:00
201517 Cty Hwy S, Milladore, WI

Grab some grub from one of the food trucks on site then make your way to the amphitheater to enjoy this local talent.

Do you think you can dance better than SMOKEY? Throw down the bedazzled gauntlet at the Mead Kite Festival. Smokey is pr...
08/20/2026

Do you think you can dance better than SMOKEY? Throw down the bedazzled gauntlet at the Mead Kite Festival. Smokey is prepared to face you at the Smokey Dance Off, Aug 22nd, 12:00, 1:00, and 2:00, at the Visit Wausau tent (located at the visitor center amphitheater). He might be big and furry but his moves may surprise you! Let's see what you got!

Mead Kite Festival, Aug 22nd, 11:00-3:00
Entrance is free!
201517 Cty Hwy S, Milladore, WI

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Award-Winning Artisan Ice Cream Anyone?!?!You must stop at the King Cone truck at the Mead Kite Festival, Saturday, Aug ...
08/20/2026

Award-Winning Artisan Ice Cream Anyone?!?!

You must stop at the King Cone truck at the Mead Kite Festival, Saturday, Aug 22nd. My daughter would insist that you try the Zanzee Chocolate Bar. I always struggle deciding. Should I get the Smory Night, Salty Carmel Truffle, Chilled Cranberry Kiss, Chocolate Peanut Butter Ecstasy....?!? We'll have to wait to see what flavors they bring. Whatever you choose it is guaranteed to be be delicious!

Mead Kite Festival
August 22nd, 11-3:00
Entrance is free!

201517 Cty Hwy S, Milladore, WI

Visit Marshfield

Address

201517 County Road S
Milladore, WI
54454

Opening Hours

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

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+17154576771

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