Hoo's Woods

Hoo’s Woods Raptor Center is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1998 and located near Milton in Southern Wisconsin. The center is dedicated to helping birds of prey through education, rehabilitation, and conservation. It rescues and rehabilitates raptors while working to inform the public about wildlife and habitat.

Education is central to the organization’s mission. Hoo’s Woods offers live raptor education programs for schools, scouts, community organizations, and the general public, helping audiences learn about birds of prey and the environments they depend on. The center also provides downloadable resources, including plans for kestrel, screech owl, and barred owl nest boxes, a brochure, and coloring sheets featuring a variety of raptor species.

Community support helps sustain the center’s work. Visitors can make donations, sign up for the e-newsletter, and learn about ways to support wildlife conservation. Based near Milton, Hoo’s Woods serves communities across the region through its rehabilitation efforts and educational outreach.