Northwoods National Cemetery

• Fresh cut flowers may be placed on graves at any time of the year. Portable cone containers for flowers can be found throughout the cemetery in stone containers. Flowers will be disposed of by cemetery personnel when they are withered, faded or otherwise unsightly.
• Artificial flowers may only be placed on graves from October 1 through April 1 because the wires from artificial flowers have caused damage to the mowing equipment, and pose a safety hazard to workers and visitors during mowing operations. They will be removed when they are faded or unsightly.
• Floral items should only be placed at either side of headstones in line with the headstone row. This allows for equipment operations and prevents damage to floral items. Flower items should be placed at the bottom of a column at the Columbarium.
• Floral items and other types of decorations will not be secured to headstones, markers, or niches. NO GLASS or METAL of any kind is allowed.
• The cemetery assumes no responsibility for items left on gravesites. Due to the open nature of the grounds, we cannot guarantee against theft, vandalism, or the effects of nature. Northwoods National Cemetery does not sell or provide flowers, wreaths or other gravesite adornments and our staff cannot recommend a private florist.
• Planting of flowers, shrubs, potted plants, etc. are prohibited.
• Holiday wreaths or grave blankets may be placed on graves from November 1 through January 20. They will be removed after January 20 or when they become withered, faded or otherwise unsightly. Grave floral blankets cannot be larger in size than 2x3 feet. They cannot be secured to headstones or markers.
• Permanent plantings, statues, vigil lights, breakable objects, pinwheels, balloons, glass, shepherd's hooks, toys and stuffed animals and similar commemorative items are not permitted on the graves at any time.
• Small US, POW/MIA, US Armed Forces Branches, and Medal of Honor gravesite flags are authorized.
• Pets are not allowed in the National Cemetery. Working, licensed service dogs are permitted at any time.
• Sports or recreational activities of any kind are prohibited.
• Smoking and alcohol are not allowed on the grounds, in any building, or the committal shelter.

Weapons Policy
VA regulations 38 CFR 1.218 prohibit the carrying of firearms (either openly or concealed), explosives or other dangerous or deadly weapons while on VA property, except for official purposes, such as military funeral honors.

Possession of firearms on any property under the charge and control of VA is prohibited. Offenders may be subject to a fine, removal from the premises, or arrest.

Military Funeral Honors
Upon request, military funeral honors can be provided by the Department of Defense. At a minimum, the Department of Defense military funeral honors ceremony consists of a two-person uniformed detail folding and presenting the flag and the playing of "Taps". Taps is played by a ceremonial bugle, or electronic recording (CD or tape) if a live bugler is unavailable. Arrangements for military funeral honors are the responsibility of the funeral director and/or the family. After confirming your service time with the National Cemetery Scheduling Office, 1-800-535-1117, please schedule military funeral honors by contacting the following: Military Funeral Honors Program Office, 877-944-6667.

Directions from Nearest Airport
Cemetery is located Northwest of the Rhinelander Airport. From the airport, head south toward Airport Rd, turning left to stay on Airport Rd shortly after. Turn right onto US-8 W, then another right in 2 miles onto N Rifle Rd. In another 2 miles turn left onto Co Hwy K/Co Rd K. In about 9 miles you will turn right onto Lakewood Rd, where you will find the Cemetery on the right.