The Central Wisconsin Environmental Station (CWES) is a University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point outdoor and environmental education center on 200 acres along Sunset Lake near Amherst Junction. ACA-accredited, it offers day camps for ages 5–10 (weekdays 8:00am–4:30pm) plus residential and wilderness-adventure programs for older youth ages 11–16, teaching Leave No Trace and outdoor skills.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Central Wisconsin Environmental Station directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Delilah OrtegaAwesome experience. Teachers did well!
★★★★★Laurel LederOur granddaughter goes to school there and our children went there when they were young. It's a great experience in the middle if the wiods.
★★★★★Laurel SmithRadomskiOur neighbor kids go here for school, it's such a wonderful setup, such a great place to go to school. we were there for their winter festival and it was lovely, we really enjoyed it
★★★★★Syndee MearsLovely, sacred place. Grounds are beautifully kept. Lodge is a great space for events.
★★★★★Amber V.Was able to join my sons school field trip. This is such a great center/program. It allows college students to fet hands on interaction with kids. Everyone is learning! Great experience for all the kids, they get to learn things about animals and nature! Beautiful venue!