Nature Based Organizations
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Friends of the Mead/McMillan Wildlife Areas
https://www.meadwildlife.org/ Nestled in the valley of the Little Eau Pleine River, the George W. Mead Wildlife Area contains over 33,000 acres of wetlands, forests and grasslands. On April 10, 1959, Stanton Mead, gifted 20,000 acres to the state of Wisconsin to be used for a wi…
Nestled in the valley of the Little Eau Pleine River, the George W. Mead Wildlife Area contains over 33,000 acres of wetlands, forests and grasslands. On April 10, 1959, Stanton Mead, gifted 20,000 acres to the state of Wisconsin to be used for a wildlife refuge. It was named for his father, George W. Mead. The dedication was held on Teal Flowage, one mile north of Mead’s education building. Mead’s diverse habitats harbor an abundance of wildlife; 273 documented species of birds, a variety of North American mammals, as well as reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Such diversity ensures that with each visit there is something new to discover.
With over 80 miles of internal roads and dikes, along with 3 easy walking trails around the Center, Mead truly offers visitors an opportunity for an immersive outdoor experience.
Located North/Northwest of Marshfield, the McMillan Marsh Wildlife Area provides a variety of recreational opportunities such as hunting, fishing, trapping, hiking, pet walking, jogging, and bird watching. This wildlife area is a "hidden gem" for outdoor enthusiasts living in the area.
Main Location:
George Mead Wildlife Area
Stanton W. Mead Education and Visitor Center, 201517 Cty Hwy S, Milladore WOOD Volunteer site.
Stanton W. Mead Education and Visitor Center, 201517 Cty Hwy S, Milladore WOOD Volunteer site.
Greeter
Ongoing
Volunteers serving in the Greeter position will be the initial contact person for visitors and phone calls to the center. Greeters are expected to proactively engage all customers and visitors while …
Volunteers serving in the Greeter position will be the initial contact person for visitors and phone calls to the center. Greeters are expected to proactively engage all customers and visitors while responding accurately to all questions posed, in‐person and on the phone. Greeters distribute maps along with other information regarding various property uses, department rules, and guidance. They record visitor numbers and contact information in logbooks. Greeters may assist customers with purchases of merchandise from the Friends of the Mead/McMillan. On occasion, greeters may accept packages shipped to the facility. Experienced Greeters may provide tours of the facility and adjacent grounds or accept additional projects. Additionally, they may be asked to assist with visitor center coverage for times of staff training, mandatory meetings, staff emergencies or illness.
Prerequisites: None
Activity added: Apr 14, 2026
| Last update:
May 4, 2026
Education Assistant
Ongoing
Volunteers serving in the Education Assistant position will assist Mead staff facilitation of educational programming. Educational programming targets a variety of audiences and may include in‐person…
Volunteers serving in the Education Assistant position will assist Mead staff facilitation of educational programming. Educational programming targets a variety of audiences and may include in‐person as well as virtual program support. Education Assistants may be involved in a variety of tasks including activity set up and tear down, facilitation of education activity, leading interpretive walks, hikes, or snowshoe events, presentation of area of interest, workshop host, and virtual meeting host or moderator.
Prerequisites: None
Activity added: Apr 14, 2026
| Last update:
May 3, 2026
Facilities/Ground Maintenance
Ongoing
Volunteers serving in the Facilities and Grounds Maintenance position will assist Mead staff with general maintenance of the facility and adjacent grounds. Activities may include but not limited to l…
Volunteers serving in the Facilities and Grounds Maintenance position will assist Mead staff with general maintenance of the facility and adjacent grounds. Activities may include but not limited to lawn mowing, weeding, managing the bird feeding station, cleaning of windows and doors, staining and painting, cutting firewood, snow removal, and trash, recycling, liter removal. Facilities and Grounds Maintenance volunteers may be asked assist with large event set up, tear down and parking management.
Prerequisites: None
Activity added: Apr 14, 2026
| Last update:
May 4, 2026
Event Volunteers
Ongoing
Individuals in this position assist in tasks related to a variety of events. Some events are designed to involve families or school age children. Other events require help such as seasonal cleaning o…
Individuals in this position assist in tasks related to a variety of events. Some events are designed to involve families or school age children. Other events require help such as seasonal cleaning or event facilitation. Check out the events page to see where we are looking for extra help.
Prerequisites: None
Activity added: Apr 14, 2026
| Last update:
May 3, 2026