Bo Jenness - Grounds Coordinator
Bo joined the Discovery Center team in August 2008. Originally from Ladysmith, Bo moved to the Presque Isle/Manitowish Waters area with his family in 1993. A graduate of North Lakeland Elementary and Lakeland Union High schools, Bo is a true "local". Following a stint as property manager/custodian of an Alaskan fly-in fishing lodge, Bo returned home to Wisconsin - and we're glad he did. He brings a wealth of experience in construction, mechanics and property management to the Discovery Center team. For Bo, one of the best parts of working at the Center is the willing support he consistently gets from volunteers - whom he describes as "…just terrific people". When not at work, Bo enjoys musky fishing, canoeing and hiking - as he says "…all the good stuff the Northwoods has to offer!" bo@discoverycenter.net

Licia Johnson - Naturalist/Educator
Licia joined the Discovery Center team in spring 2007 as a seasonal Environmental Educator. In December 2007 she was appointed permanent naturalist/educator. Licia graduated from Carroll College in Waukesha, WI in May 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Resource Conservation and Geography. Following graduation, Licia taught environmental education in WI before heading west to WA where she was an Outdoor Environmental Education instructor at a YMCA Camp, later becoming their program director. A native of the Northwoods, Licia returned to teach others and help them gain an appreciation for this amazing part of the world! In addition to teaching environmental education and public programs, Licia is the coordinator of sales/retail, interpretive trails, and has played an active role in developing the Center’s school-based EE program. She also cares for the Center’s resident critters including fish, salamanders, caterpillars, butterflies and our resident mascot “Flash” the ferret. When not at work, Licia enjoys reading, crafting, stamping, skiing and anything that gets her outside! licia@discoverycenter.net

Tom Joseph - Interim Executive Director
Tom has been involved with the Discovery Center since its birth as a Founder, Board member, Voyageur, volunteer, special event coordinator, program participant, and an avid user of the ski, hike and bike trails. He's a former lawyer, municipal judge and commercial real estate developer, consultant and property manager. Most recently, he has published an historical novel and written essays and stories for magazines and anthologies. Tom has been an active volunteer in the local community for many years. The Discovery Center has been, and still is, his special passion. tom@discoverycenter.net

Beth Meyer - Bookkeeper/Administrative Support
Beth Meyer and her husband Howie moved to the Northwoods from the Chicago area in 1993 . Before joining the Discovery Center team in April 2007, Beth worked as a bookkeeper for a couple of local businesses and was for many years a Realtor with Headwaters Real Estate in Presque Isle. For the past two years, Beth has been the secretary of the World Championship Musky Classic - a trophy-only tournament that attracts some 700 anglers to the area every September and raises thousands of dollars of scholarship funds for local school students. Beth's husband Howie is a professional fishing guide - despite our best efforts to pry information out of her, Beth refuses to give up any details about Howie's favorite fishing spots. But she does have a few tips of her own she may be willing to share! Beth loves her work at the Center - especially the contact with our donors and volunteers. beth@discoverycenter.net

Terry Sexton - Property & Facilities Manager
Terry joined the Discovery Center team in July 2008 initially to assist with grounds maintenance. Terry now enjoys the many opportunities he has to contribute to improving the Center's buildings and grounds, especially in an environment that stimulates his creativity. He takes great pride in the recent improvements at the Center - in his words: "…my greatest reward will be the enjoyment of all visitors who appreciate spending time at the Center". Terry graduated from Gateway Technical College in Elkhorn WI, with an Associates Degree in Mechanical Design. He also completed some post-grad work through the Milwaukee School of Engineering. Terry and his wife Julie relocated to Presque Isle in 1999, when they purchased the Carlin Club Lodge, where for three years, Terry was head chef and business manager. The Sextons both love the outdoors - especially here in the Northwoods. terry@discoverycenter.net

Zach Wilson - Naturalist / Woods and Waters Coordinator
Zach graduated from Northland College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Outdoor Education & Natural History in 2000. He was the Program Director and Wilderness guide for Lake Trails Base Camp in Lake of the Woods, MN for 4 years, and has also traveled to 15 countries learning about environmental issues, organic faming practices and culture. Before joining the Discovery Center in 2002, Zach decided to move back to his home town and practice the philosophy of "Acting Locally and Thinking Globally". He strongly believes in community and integrating the natural world into everyday life. In addition, to his responsibilities as Staff Naturalist, Zach serves as the coordinator for the Woods & Waters project that involves high school students from Mercer and Hurley, studying the ecology of the fisher and common loon. zach@discoverycenter.net

In addition to the permanent staff listed above, from time to time The Center also draws on the diverse talents of a gifted and committed group of environmental educators - our part-time teachers. Among them are:

Terry Daulton
Terry Daulton is an environmental educator, field biologist and artist. She conducts education programs for The Center and provides expertise on specific environmental topics and programs. She has a master's degree in environmental education from University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. Her pastel paintings can be seen at galleries in Mercer, Boulder Junction and Ironwood. She lives in Mercer, Wisconsin.

Kris Henker
Kris Henker has her Bachelor’s degree in The Biological Aspects of Conservation from the University of WI and is currently working on her Master’s Degree in Natural Health. Kris has over 15 years of experience in Environmental Education. She was the Environmental Education Director at Frost Valley YMCA in New York State and also the Director of the Jungai Center in Australia. Kris currently lives in Manitowish Waters where she works with a variety of not for profit organizations.

North Lakeland Discovery Center P.O. Box 237 ~ Manitowish Waters, WI 54545 Toll Free: (877) 543-2085 welcome@discoverycenter.net