About Us

The School District of Rhinelander has created "a jewel in the northwoods".  The Cedric A. Vig Outdoor Classroom (CAVOC) is comprised of 160 acres with another 80 acres adjoining the property.  The School Forest Environmental Education Center (SFEEC) includes the Rominsky Lodge, The Lu Berndt Active Learning Center, and the Northwoods Animal Museum.  Our Kinder Forest is for our youngest learners and is located on the grounds near the SFEEC.  The Challenge Ropes Course is nestled in the property with Long Lake bordering the east side.  Walking, skiing and snowshoe trails meander throughout the property.   

CAVOC is used to provide hands-on, outdoor learning experiences that help students acquire the awareness, knowledge, skills and commitment to become responsible stewards of their natural environment. 

CAVOC is open to the public year round and provides fun for all seasons.  Pets are not allowed on the CAVOC property.

The property was named the Cedric A. Vig Outdoor Classroom in the late 1970's.  Mr. Vig was the Superintendent of Schools for many years in Rhinelander.  He was well-known in the area for his "Wood Smoke" column in the local newspaper as well as his radio comments on nature topics.

CAVOC Facilities

The 3,500 square foot SFEEC provides the unique opportunity for a multitude of    activities which include environmental education for all School District of    Rhinelander grade levels.  Each year, all   SDR students in 4K through 8th grade spend at least one day at CAVOC.  High School students visit CAVOC as schedules allow.  The CAVOC curriculum  provides for both outdoor and indoor activities. 

Some of these are:

• ropes course
• walking trails
• nordic skiing
• snowshoeing
• canoeing
• summer school activities
• tree planting/study
• art classes
• fitness classes
• drawing
• poetry writing
• pollinator garden
• orienteering
• playscape
• animal study
• sledding

Renting CAVOC

The SFEEC provides opportunity for a variety of events and is available for rental.  Some of these are:

• ropes course
• summer day camps
• birthday parties
• family reunions
• weddings
• bridal showers
• baby showers
• holiday gatherings
• conferences/retreats
• business meetings/workshops
• fitness classes

Call (715) 365-9745 for information on how to rent the CAVOC facilities.

The ropes course includes both high and low ropes elements.  The course is facilitated by trained staff.

The trails are free to the public to use.  Convenient parking is available at the trailhead. 

Geocaching at CAVOC

Go to geocaching.com to find information about geocaches that are located on the CAVOC property. 

Northwoods Nordic Ski Club

The School District of Rhinelander has partnered with Northwoods Nordic Ski Club to provide an amazing system of ski trails at CAVOC. CAVOC is the home of multiple ski meets throughout the year. Visit their website to learn more about Northwoods Nordic Ski Club. 

Rominsky Lodge Phone (unattended):  715-365-9109