About the Bird sanctuary
Douglas County Wildlife Area is located between Solon Springs and Gordon in Douglas County, Wisconsin.
The property is approximately 4,005 acres of pine barrens. MORE...
The property is approximately 4,005 acres of pine barrens. MORE...
Sharptail grouse ViewingAt dawn on certain spring mornings, sharptail grouse, with romance on their minds, head for the dance floor. It’s a fascinating courtship ritual in which males dance and strut while females watch from the sidelines, waiting to see which birds are the best dancers. More...
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DonateIn partnership with Douglas County Wildlife Area, Friends of the Bird Sanctuary (FOTBS) is a volunteer-based organization that was created in September 2003, and maintains IRS 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization. All dues and donations are tax deductible. More...
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Gordon FiretowerThe tower, built in 1935, is one of only two in Wisconsin that are open to the public. Decommissioned in 2015, FOTBS took ownership in 2018 and a cabin at its base is now available for summer rental. It provides access to the tower & sweeping views over the river and bird sanctuary. More...
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OUR Mission
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