Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary
1660 East Shore Drive
Green Bay, WI 54302
Get lost in nature at the Wildlife Sanctuary set in a 535-acre urban wildlife refuge. Natural beauty abounds as you experience the sights and sounds all around. The Wildlife Sanctuary features live animal exhibits, educational displays, miles of hiking/skiing trails. It is an ideal location for unforgettable wedding pictures.
The Wildlife Sanctuary offers space for wedding ceremonies and receptions, birthday parties, banquets, meetings, conferences, holiday parties, and showers.
All indoor facilities are available January-December. Click here for the informational booklet.
For Dick Resch Banquet & Event space inquires, call Billi Jo at (920) 448-3308. For all other rentals, call (920) 391-3671 to make a reservation or request a tour.
Renters may bring in food and refreshments or use a caterer from the Catering List (PDF).
| Room Name | Capacity | Rental Fee | Rental Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banquet Room | 150 (Dinner Style) 200 (Auditorium Style) |
Sun-Thurs $900
$500 damage deposit |
9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
| Meeting Room | 50 (Dinner Style)
50 (Auditorium Style) |
Sun-Thurs $300
$150 damage deposit |
9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
| Banquet & Meeting Room (Rented together Friday & Saturday) |
200 (Dinner Style)
250 (Auditorium Style) |
Fri $1,300 | Sat $1,600
$500 damage deposit |
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. |
| Auditorium | 125 | $30/hour | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Estuary Room | 70 | $30/hour | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Wetland Room | 25 | $25/hour | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Additional Rental Options:
Meeting & Banquet Room-Entire Weekend (9:00 a.m. Friday-9:00 p.m. Sunday):
Price: $3,000, Damage Deposit: $500
Kitchen (9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.)
Price: $300, Damage Deposit: $150
Kitchen rentals will only be approved by staff within 60 days of rental date.
The Dick Resch Banquet or Meeting rooms may be rented for half-a-day at half the daily cost (3:00 p.m. is the dividing hour). The renter will be responsible for half the Damage Deposit.
- Which rooms are available for business meetings and conferences?
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View the Facility Rental Brochure (PDF) for the list of available spaces.
- Do we have access to the hiking trails?
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Guests may use the hiking trails between 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The trails close at 4:30 p.m.
- Do I have to use one of the caterers from your approved list?
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Yes, your caterer must be selected from the City of Green Bay Preferred Caterer List (PDF) or you may bring in your own food.
- Where are guests allowed to park?
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See the park map to locate all parking lots. Parking is free!
- What time can I have access to the rooms?
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You will only have access to your room during the time shown on your receipt. The earliest opening time available is 8:30 a.m. and the latest closing time available is 4:00 p.m. in the Nature Center rooms. The Dick Resch Event Space is available Sunday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. or Friday-Saturday 9:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.
- How may I take a tour and/or book a date for my meeting?
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Please schedule a tour or book a room by calling (920) 391-3671.
- What forms of payment are accepted?
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Acceptable forms of payment include cash, credit/debit cards (Discover, MasterCard, or VISA), and checks made payable to "Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary".
- Is smoking allowed?
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No, the entire Wildlife Sanctuary, its buildings, and trails are smoke-free.
- Is the facility handicapped accessible?
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Yes, the buildings and paved trails are wheelchair accessible.
- May I have my birthday party or event at the Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Center?
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Yes, there are spaces available for parties and events. Please call (920) 391-3671 to reserve a space today! More information can be found by clicking here.
- Do I have to use one of the caterers from your approved list?
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Yes, your caterer must be selected from the City of Green Bay Preferred Caterer List (PDF) or you may bring in your own food.
- What do the caterers provide and do I contact them directly?
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You contact the caterers directly for pricing information. They will provide all food and beverages, including alcohol, for your event. They will also arrange for rental of tables, chairs, linens and other equipment.
- How many guests may I invite?
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The Wildlife Sanctuary has spaces for 12-248 guests! Call (920) 391-3671 or visit the Facility Rentals page to learn more.
- Do you allow decorations?
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Yes; however, the following are not allowed:
- Nails
- Duct tape
- Electrical tape
- Loose balloons as they are harmful to wildlife - See USFWS article on balloons and wildlife.
Please use painter's tape to hang decorations, and remove ALL decorations prior to the end of your rental.
- May I have music at my event?
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Yes, you may hire a band and/or DJ, use the sound system, or bring speaker(s) from home.
- What part of the facility is available for my guests?
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Guests are able to visit the entire facility during regular operating hours! Once the Wildlife Sanctuary has closed, guests must remain in the rented space.
- Where are my guests allowed to park?
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See the park map to locate all parking lots. Parking is free!
- May I store materials for my event at the Nature Center?
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No, nothing may arrive until the day of your event. All materials must be removed immediately following your event.
- How may I take a tour and/or book a date for my event?
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Please schedule a tour or book a room by calling (920) 391-3671.
- What forms of payment are accepted?
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Acceptable forms of payment include cash, credit/debit cards (Discover, MasterCard, or VISA), and checks made payable to "Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary".
- Is smoking allowed?
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No, the entire Wildlife Sanctuary, its buildings, and trails are smoke-free.
- Is the facility handicapped accessible?
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Yes, the buildings and paved trails are wheelchair accessible.