Age group

Playground

Indoor/Outdoor Playground

At Central Wisconsin Environmental Station (CWES), we are dedicated to providing a unique learning experience. Located 17 miles east of Stevens Point on glacial Sunset Lake, our 200-acre teaching and learning center has been an integral part of the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point College of Natural Resources program since 1975. Our experienced natural resource and environmental educators provide a range of programs designed to foster in adults and youth an appreciation, understanding, and skill development regarding the environment, economy, and community. 

We are committed to helping all our guests gain the motivation needed to build a sustainable balance between the environment, economy, and community. Through our interactive programs, we strive to provide a meaningful learning experience for all ages in a safe and enjoyable environment. 

At CWES, we take pride in our commitment to helping the environment. We offer a wide variety of programs to educate and inspire our guests, such as environmental science, outdoor exploration, and hands-on learning activities. Our goal is to help you become an environmental steward and a better steward of the planet.

Water activites

Swimming

Sportsfield activities

Cooking

Archery

Field Trips

Art & Crafts

Affordable

Get to know the camp experience through waterfront time at Sunset Lake, crafts and games while attending the Day Camp. Camp runs 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.


Day Camp   Ages 5-10 

Journey through Northern Wisconsin to discover beautiful waterfalls in Copper Falls, Amnicon Falls and Pattison State Parks. Daily hikes, swimming at the beach, comfy nights around the campfire and more!


Adventure Trip Ages 13-15 

Up your outdoor skills through this week, and gain experience in fire building, outdoor cooking and even tree climbing! Campers will enjoy traditional camp activities like swimming, archery and games, as well. 


Residential Camps Ages 10-12 

Coed

Central Wisconsin Environmental Station

Excellent location for a field trip. Outdoor games were a hit among kids.

Erica M

CWES is a lovely location where both children and adults can enjoy the outdoors' delights.

Lukas F

Every winter, we send our fifth- and sixth-graders to a two-day outdoor education camp. The personnel are skilled. Wintertime brings out the best in the landscape. Great cuisine is served. It's a superb location to witness God's exquisite handiwork.

Kirby H

This year, I sent my son to day camps, and he had a great time.

Sandy T

I visited this place several times as a child and it was one of my favorite experiences ever. Each time, I was so eager to go. Greatest camp ever, without a doubt! I'll bring my kids here one day!