Wild About Raptors
Presented by the Wildlife Science Center
There are few things more awe-inspiring than hearing a red-tailed hawk's shrill call as it rides the thermals over an open field, or watching an osprey dive into the water and ascend with a fish in its talons. Bird watching is a way of life at the lake home or cabin and now you can see a special selection of raptors – live and up-close at the "Wild About Raptors" feature at the Lake Home & Cabin Show. Located at the end of the 700 Aisle, you'll learn about these fascinating and adaptable birds through expert naturalists from the Wildlife Science Center located in Forest Lake, Minnesota. And, don't miss a special raptor performance offered twice each day on the Cabin Life Stage.
Cabin Time Grilling Zone
Presented by Bluephies Restaurant and Second Rain
Grab your "up north" appetite and get ready to learn how versatile the outdoor grill can be. Let the chefs from Madison's famous Bluephies 
Restaurant tempt your taste buds with some great cabin grilling recipes.
The Cabin Time Grilling Zone is a unique outdoor kitchen display created by Gear Landscape of Middleton, Wisconsin and features the company's Second Rain™ integrated rainwater harvesting system. This revolutionary system stores harvested rainwater within hardscape structures. The Cabin Time Grilling Zone set is capable of storing 1,100 gallons of rainwater! Free cooking demonstrations and recipe cards will be presented a number of times each day.
"Up at the Lake with Loons" 
Presented by LoonWatch, a program of the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute of Northland College, Ashland, WI
There is nothing more "northern" than the haunting cry of the common loon. Our 10-pound guests arrive in mid-to-late April and leave again in early September. They provide an awesome sight and sound at our lake homes and cabin... but they crave their freedom and space. Loons and loon music are unfortunately disappearing from some of their traditional nesting lakes due to air and water pollution, shoreline development and increasing recreational activities. But, there is much that we can do to protect them. You can learn about loons and the LoonWatch program through this special feature at the show. LoonWatch was formed in 1978 and works to protect the common loon and its aquatic habitat through education, population monitoring and research.
The Cabin Life Seminar Stage
Presented by Cabin Life Magazine
An authentic cabin interior is the perfect setting for guests to enjoy unique and informational seminars, demonstrations and activities happening every hour at the "Cabin Life Stage." The complete schedule of events is posted on our web site and at the show entrance and Cabin Life Stage.
-Click here for Cabin Life Seminar Stage Schedule-
The Cabin Life Stage was created and built by Whitefish Log Works of Crosslake, MN.
2009 Cabin Life Photo Contest Winners
Presented by Cabin Life Magazine
See the winning entries and many of the "honorable mention" shots in this special display located adjacent to the Cabin Life Booth. The 2009 Photo Contest drew hundreds of contestants and you can get information on the 2010 Photo Contest at the display.
Listen to Live Piano Music
Neal Topliff, of Red Wing Minnesota, grew up in a beautiful wooded area just north of Duluth. He began his musical journey at age five when his family introduced him to his first love, the piano.
Neal has produced several CD's. Come meet & listen to Neal perform live at the Lake Home & Cabin Show. He will be playing selections from his newest release, A Peaceful Place.
Win a Great Prize!
You can win a Bose® Wave Music System (retail value $500) just for attending the show! Enter the sweepstakes on the show floor or at the box office. Drawing will be held at close of show Sunday. Need not be present to win. No purchase necessary. Good luck!
Everybody wants a Bose Wave Music System. This compact unit turns your favorite radio stations and CD's into "concert hall" quality sound through the legendary Bose speaker system.
Uncommon Facts about Common Birds
In this fun and entertaining talk Stan Tekiela presents fascinating facts and tidbits about some of the birds that people love to hate. Tekiela will challenge your preconceived ideas about some common birds such as the European Starling, the American Crow and much, much more. You will never look at these birds the same way ever again.
Friday, January 22 - 6:00 p.m
Sunday, January 24 - 1:00 p.m.
Antique Rustic Furniture
Have you ever wondered what Grandma's heirloom kitchen table is worth. How about Grandpa's favorite reading chair? If it's the famous Old Hickory brand there's a good chance John Provo can give you the answer -- and the history! Meet Provo and learn about the fascinating history of antique Old Hickory furniture at the Madison Lake Home & Cabin Show.
