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Float lazily down a river on a yellow inner tube, kayak quietly past a family of loons, toss a jig near a sunken log (there’s a big bass lurking under it), be one of the first to bike a new bike/hike trail section, or just relax in front of a campfire with family and friends. Repeat as necessary for total fulfillment. You get the idea! We’re not done with summer yet! There are still weeks of warm and comfortable outings to enjoy in the Northwoods. From Beef-A-Rama in Minocqua to the Rutabaga Festival in Cumberland, each weekend has a community festival of some type for families to celebrate their heritage. Whether your shopping mantra is arts & crafts shows outdoors or fine art indoors, there’s a locale and style to fit every taste. We can’t even begin to count the number of artists who reside in the Northwoods, seeking the great outdoors for inspiration. The result is a tremendous amount and variety of art to enjoy viewing and to buy for home, office and gift giving. Maybe you seek the unusual? How about the Nye bison bone exhibit at the Polk County Museum or snowshoe baseball in Tomahawk or the

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lumberjack style shows in Woodruff and Hayward. Or take the elevator 26 stories to the top of the Copper Peak Adventure Ride north of Bessemer for a view of the fall colors that will dazzle you! There are fishing tournaments targeting bass, walleye, northern pike and muskie in our lake country. Big bodies of water attract boaters of all stripes and horsepower, while the smaller, secluded lakes whisper “I’m quiet” for those who seek solitude. If you live to ride on two wheels (or maybe three), the Fall Ride to Tomahawk is where you will want to be this September. Thousands of motorcycles heed the call each year as they cruise a six plus-county area surrounding Tomahawk. But maybe it’s pedal powered wheels you favor; then the Wheel-A-Way bike tour in Three Lakes or the mountain bike epic they call the Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival in Cable/Hayward is more your speed. Couple that with comfortable lodging ranging from cabins to motels (or maybe it’s campgrounds and campfires for the family) and your next vacation or weekend getaway should be in the land they call, “Up North.”

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Barron COUNTY Calendar

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Aug. 9 - Rice Lake -- Fly-In Celebration: Held at Rice Lake Air Center. Pancake breakfast 7-11am, parachute jumpers at 11am, aerobatic performers 11am to noon. War birds and other displays, helicopter rides.

lunch. Free admission. 10am to 5pm Saturday, 10am to 4pm Sunday. Aug. 10 - Turtle Lake -- Cars, Crafts and Rock-N-Roll in the Park: 8am to 3pm. Held in Village Park. Car show, craft show, food, 50s style music. Hours of craft show 9am to 3pm

Aug. 9 - Cameron -- Classic Car Show: 10am to 5pm. At Pioneer Village Museum. One of the largest northwestern WI car shows.

Aug. 21-24 - Cumberland -Rutabaga Festival: Carnival, pedal tractor pull, live music, truck and tractor pulls, airplane rides, hot pepper eating contest at 4pm Saturday and grand parade at 1pm Sunday.

Aug. 9-10 - Rice Lake -- Gem & Mineral Show & Sale: 10am start both days. Held at county fairgrounds. Agates, fossils, minerals and jewelry. Kids activity table, door prize,

Sept. 5-7 – Cameron -Bluegrass Festival: At Pioneer Village Museum. Hours 1-9pm Friday, 10am to 9pm Saturday, 10am to 6pm Sunday.

Fly-In to feature parachute jumpers, aerobatic performers RICE LAKE – Bring the family to the Rice Lake Regional Airport’s Fly-In on Saturday, Aug. 9 for a fun day of activities and food. Admission and parking are both free. Enjoy watching the parachute jumpers at 11am, aerobatic performers from 11am to noon, many displays including “war birds,” experimental aircraft, medical helicopter, National Guard units, fire and police units, model airplanes and much more. War birds are ex-military aircraft, which includes trainers. Helicopter rides will be available, however not airplane rides.

No kitchen duties that day for you as they will be serving a pancake breakfast from 7am to 10am. Pilots who fly in get a free breakfast. Lunch (hot dogs and beef sandwiches) will be served from 11am to 2pm. The airport is located just east of Cameron. From Hwy. 53 exit County Road O, go west to roundabout, turn south on 19th Street and go four miles. The route will be well marked.

Gem & mineral show at Rice Lake RICE LAKE – Get the kids hooked on geology without them knowing it with a visit to the Northern Wisconsin Gem and Mineral Society’s annual Gem & Mineral Show & Sale on Saturday, Aug. 9 and Sunday, Aug. 10 at the Barron County Fairgrounds in Rice Lake. Vendors will have on display and for sale a wide range of interesting specimens, including Lake Superior agates (always a favorite of visitors), fossils, museum quality minerals and jewelry. Show hours are 10am to 5pm Saturday and 10am to 4pm Sunday so there is plenty of time to browse the displays. Admission and parking are free. There will be a kids activity table, door prizes and lunch available on the grounds by the local 4-H club.

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Cumberland Chamber of Commerce 1277 2nd Ave. • PO Box 665 • Cumberland, WI 54829

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Bike Cumberland Root! Root! For (CUMBERLAND) – Bicyclists will find a mixture of favorable terCumberland’s Rutabaga rain in Barron County: long stretches of flat road that glide past thriving farms with Holsteins grazing in alfalfa fields, as well as Festival long hills that take the rider past woodlots characterized by sugar maples and hearty oak trees and sparkling blue lakes. Villages and small cities along the ifway oasis plant of food, CUMBERLAND – Even youaredidn’t anyrefreshments rutabaga and rest. seeds in the garden this year, you can still harvest all the food

and fun you care to indulge in by attending the 82nd annual Among the cities you’ll enjoy is Cumberland, the starting point Rutabaga Festival in Cumberland, Aug. 21-24. This is your of four rural bicycle routes varying in length from 12 miles to opportunity to cheer on the underdog of the root vegetable 31 miles. Known as the Island City, Cumberland is nestled in the world (along with parsnips and turnips)! gorgeous lake country of northwestern Wisconsin. All four bike Sponsored Chamber Commerce, routes will by takethe youCumberland past lakes (there are 50oflakes within 10the miles 2014 Rutabaga Festival features a carnival, pedal tractor pull, of Cumberland). live music, truck pull, tractor pull, airplane rides for kids, hot pepper eating contest and a grand parade. Of course, there will be lots of festival style food and a beverage garden available.

Stop at the Cumberland Chamber of Commerce office and pick up the “Bike Cumberland” map that outlines the four routes: Beaver Dam Lake Loop, 12 miles; Sand Lake Loop, 20 miles; Vermillion-Barronett route, 30 miles; and the Staples-Loon Lakes route, 31 miles. All the routes follow well-paved roads with little traffic. The city of Cumberland has all the supplies you will need for your bicycle trip. Carry a repair kit, adequate water and food supplies, as there are long distances between communities. There are also five suggested bike routes within the city, all family friendly of short distances from 1.3 to 3.5 miles in length. Vehicle parking available at the Cumberland Tourist Park/Beach where all trips originate from. Additional parking is available at the municipal parking lot located behind the public library on Main Street.

Among the festival highlights are these: Thursday, Aug. 21 – Stipes shows opens on the midway, Paisan playing 8pm to midnight; Friday, Aug. 22 – JFK Party Band; truck pull at 7pm and Bobby Friss from 8pm to midnight; Saturday, Aug. 23 – run-walk (12.4 mile, 3.1 mile, 2 mile) starts at 8am at the high school; Island City Cruisers car show opens at 8am near the old hockey rink; arts & crafts fair downtown; free airplane rides at the airport for children 7-17 years; pedal tractor contest at noon, hot pepper eating contest at 4pm, The Porch Dogs on main stage from 5-8pm; tractor pull; 32 Below main stage at 8pm; Sunday, Aug. 24 -- breakfast from 7-11am and aerobatic show from 11am to noon, both at the airport; grand parade at 1pm, The White Ties on main stage from 3-5pm and The Dweebs at 5:30pm

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Bayfield COUNTY Calendar

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Aug. 8-10 -- Hayward and Cable areas -- Art Crawl: Approximately 40 artists will have studios and homes open. Brochures available at chambers of commerce. Aug. 9 - Cable -- ATV Rides: Held at Lakewoods Resort. Full day of ATV guides rides sponsored by Great Divide ATV Riders with their annual banquet at Lakewoods Resort.

Aug. 30-31 - Cable -- Blue Moon Art Tour: 10am to 5pm. Artist

studios open along Blue Moon Road in the Cable & Drummond area. Artist demos, refreshments, door prizes. Aug. 31 Iron River -- Pig Roast: 11am, Emergency Pig Out at White Winter Winery. Serving begins at 11am, live music at noon. Proceeds benefit the Iron River Emergency Services. Aug. 31 - Cable - Chicken & Pig Roast: Held at Cable Rod and Gun Club. Sept. 12 Cable - CAMBA Fat Tire Tour: Sept. 27 Iron River - Fall Fun Fest: Noon to 6pm, Boogies Saloon. Trails North ATV Club fundraiser.

Artful banners line Cable streets CABLE – Works from two dozen artists are helping to transform the streets of Cable into a delightful art tour that you can experience either by walking or driving your car. The outdoor gallery of art – Gallery on Main Street – displays the artwork on large vinyl banners hung on the streets.

The featured artists belong to the Cable Hayward Area Arts Council (CHARAC), which draws its members from the many artists performing and practicing in a multitude of mediums in this area. The arts group hosts several events throughout the year, including the Namakagon Art & Music Fest held each July at the Sawmill Saloon festival grounds in Seeley. Another event they sponsor is the regional Art Crawl that in 2014 will be Aug. 8-10, as well as the art exhibit from Aug. 1 to Sept. 27 at the Cable Natural History Museum. The opening reception for that exhibit will be Thursday, Aug. 7, from 5-6:30pm. The original art pieces that inspired the printed banners (up until Labor Day) are also on display in local shops and restaurants. Both the original art and the banners can be purchased at the end of summer through an online auction and at a local venue. To learn more and to place a bid, visit cablehaywardarts.org for details. There you will find additional information about CHARAC’s classes, the performing arts center and upcoming events. Be sure to visit Art Market 63, CHARAC’s cooperative art gallery at 42790 Hwy. 63, located one mile south of Cable. Sixteen artists currently have their works on display, including fine jewelry, photographs, watercolor and acrylic art, garden accessories and much more. Art Market 63 is open seven days a week during the summer.

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Burnett COUNTY Burnett County celebrates Jim Jordan Buck centennial By Mike Kornmann One hundred years ago (Nov. 20, 1914), Jim Jordan of Danbury headed down the Soo Line Railroad on the opening day of deer season. His goal was to put meat on the table for his family. By mid-morning, Jordan bagged a very large whitetail buck. What he didn’t know was that his buck would ultimately be declared a world record over 50 years later and be revered by hunters around the world. This past March, both Danbury (Town of Swiss) and the Burnett County Board voted by resolution to support community recognition of the legendary Jim Jordan Buck. Don Chell, chairman of the Whitetails Unlimited – Burnett County Chapter, suggested the centennial idea saying, “We have to celebrate the 100 years of the Jordan Buck. It’s a significant part of our hunting heritage.” The buck has a legendary story and is the current USA typical whitetail record. Of over 3,100 counties in the country, only Burnett County holds the typical whitetail record. County board supervisors also voted unanimously to establish a self-guided hiking trail, gateway signage and public art at the Blueberry Junction Park.

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Aug. 21-24 - Grantsburg -- Burnett Co. Ag Society Fair: Held at county fairgrounds.

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Aug. 22-24 - Danbury -- St. Croix Traditional Wild Rice Pow-Wow:

Aug. 8-9 - Webster -- Arts & Crafts Fair:

Aug. 30-31 - Webster -- Arts & Crafts Show: Held at Voyager Village Community Center.

Aug. 8-9 - Webster -- Gandy Dancer Days:

Aug. 9 - Webb Lake -- Summer Carnival & BBQ Fest: Held at Webb Lake Fire hall. Sponsored by Webb Lake Men’s Club. Aug. 16 - Danbury -- Danbury Lions Oktoberfest: Held at ballpark. Aug. 21 - Danbury -- Garden Tea: Held at Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park

Sept. 20 - Grantsburg – Grantoberfest: Sept. 25-27 - Siren -- Harvestfest & Taste of Siren: Sept. 27 - Siren -- Arts Alive on 35: Held at BAAG Art Center.

original Jordan Buck antlers are owned by Bass Pro Shops. The Jim Jordan Buck has the attention not just of hunters and wildlife enthusiasts in Wisconsin. The centennial is getting attention from national press. Gordon Whittington, editor of North American Whitetails, plans to cover the centennial “The Jordan Buck is a magnificent buck that is revered by hunters around the world,” Whittington said. “And the story behind the record antlers is shared over and over again over coffee and deer camp campfires. We must celebrate the Jordan Buck so that the legendary story continues to be shared for generations to come.”

The Jordan Buck Heritage Hike guides visitors on the Gandy Dancer Trail (former Soo Line railroad) south of Danbury. Jim Jordan’s hunt started with a horse and carriage ride down the railroad track, then went east a ways into the woods and worked back north paralleling the railroad. Hikers can re-live the legendary hunt by walking the 1.3-mile trail segment. People can view the Yellow River from a bridge near where the buck was eventually found. A tour map is currently in development. Two events are planned to celebrate the centennial this fall. The free Community Celebration will be Oct. 4 at Crex Meadows Visitors Center in conjunction with the Crex Wildlife Fest, and the Jordan Buck Extravaganza also on Oct. 4 will be at Northwoods Crossing in Siren. For the most current centennial event information, visit burnettcounty.com/JordanBuck100. Whitetails Unlimited is also having its annual banquet on Sept. 20 in Grantsburg. Raffle tickets for a 1914 Winchester rifle and a Jordan Buck replica shoulder mount will be sold there. The Wisconsin Buck and Bear Club is making its replica Jordan Buck mount available at the Crex Meadows Visitors Center for “selfie photos.” Marlin Laidlaw, director of the club, commented, “This will be one of the few times the average citizen will be able to get up close and personal with the legendary Jim Jordan Buck.” The

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Forest COUNTY

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Sept. 1 – Wabeno -- Marine Corps League Cookout: Main Street by Backhaus Sportman’s Retreat.

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Aug. 9 - Argonne -- Family Fun Day: Held at Argonne Pavilion. Sponsored by the fire department.

Sept. 20 – Crandon -- Art in the Square: 10am to 4pm on the courthouse square, downtown. Arts & crafts vendors, food vendors.

Aug. 9-10 - Wabeno area -- RummageO-Rama Weekend:

Sept. 20 – Laona -- Steam Train Fall Festival: Train ride to Camp 5, petting zoo, logging museum, forest tour, pontoon ride, food.

Aug. 14-16 - Mole Lake -- WOHVA Great Northern Trail Ride: Aug. 16 - Wabeno -- Trump Lake Walleye Fundraiser: Noon to 6pm at Trump Lake pavilion. Aug. 16-17 - Carter -- Mno Keno Ma Ge Wen Pow Wow: Sponsored by Forest Co. Potawatomi Aug. 29-31 - Crandon -- World Championship Off-Road Races: Offroad races, food, merchandise vendors. Parade is Aug. 29, downtown Crandon. Aug. 30-31 - Wabeno -- Rummage and Book Sale: 8am to 2pm at Firefighters Park. Fundraiser for Wabeno K-9 program.

Sept. 26-28 – Wabeno -- Big Woods 200 Off Road Event: Dual Sport. Sept. 27 – Laona -- Steam Train Fall Festival: Train ride to Camp 5, petting zoo, logging museum, forest tour, pontoon ride, food. Sept. 27-28 – Wabeno -- Homecoming Harvest Festival: Antique show, car show, festivities, live band Saturday evening at the bandshell.

Camp 5 welcomes visitors to their Fall Festival weekends LAONA – The Lumberjack Steam Train has been busy this summer carrying passengers to Camp 5 and all of its attractions, including the petting zoo, the logging museum, the Green Treasure Forest Tour and the pontoon boat ride on the Rat River, as well as the Cracker Barrel Gift Shop. Visitors can also enjoy a meal at the Choo Choo Hut restaurant. But, did you know that Old 4-Spot, the vintage steam locomotive, will be operating on three weekends this fall? The annual Fall Festival takes place during the glorious days of autumn color on Sept. 20, 27th and Oct. 4. Oct. 4 is the weekend the “Cowboys” return to Camp 5. This is always an exciting time, as Old West re-enactors take on the clothing and activities of that wild time in American history, when six-guns, Winchester rifles, and good horses were a source of pride to the cowboy. In fact, many of the re-enactors play other roles of people from this bygone era. You might meet an old time preacher, a convict, a school marm, or even a “floosie.” Often, when some of the “bad guys” rob the train, you will be a witness to the crime, but never fear, the “good guys” will arrive and save the day! 4-Spot leaves the old depot on Hwy. 8, west of Laona, at 11am and every hour thereafter until 2pm, with the last train leaving Camp 5 at 4pm. The regular summer season ends on Aug. 23, but they welcome you back for all three Fall Festivals! To learn more about Camp 5 and the Lumberjack Steam Train, check out the website at: lumberjacksteamtrain.com, or call for more information at 715674-3414.

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Iron COUNTY / UP MICHIGAN Calendar

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Aug. 6 – Mercer -- Loon Day Arts & Crafts Show: Over 250 vendors, live music, flea market, Lakeland Barbershop Chorus performance at 11am, loon calling contest at 12:30pm. 715-476-2389. Aug. 8-9 – Mercer -- Used Book Sale: Hosted by Friends of the Library Aug. 9 – Mercer -- Pig & Corn Roast: 3pm start. Held at Gateway Lodge & Resort, 4695N Popko Circle E. Food service (pork, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob) begins at 4pm, live music, raffles and beer specials. Benefits the TurtleFlambeau Flowage Association. Aug. 9 - Mercer -- Turtle River Duck Race: Noon start. Meet at Rugger’s Landing. Numbered toy ducks released at 11am. Food, drinks, raffles. Prizes for fastest “ducks.” Aug. 7-10 – Ironwood -- Gogebic County Fair: At fairgrounds.

Aug. 10 – Lake Gogebic -- Chicken Dinner: noon to 6pm (ct.) at West Shore Fire Station on M-64. Serving noon to 3pm. 50/50 raffle. Aug. 15-17 – Lac Vieux Desert -- PowWow: At Old Indian Village on Lac Vieux Desert Lake. 906-287-1599.

Aug. 16 – Bergland -- Quilt Show: 10am to 4pm (ct.) at Bergland Township Hall and sponsored by the Lake Gogebic Community Quilters. Quilts may be purchased. Aug. 17 – Bergland -- Old Victoria Craft Fair: At Old Victoria.

Aug. 29-30 – Mercer -- Music Fest: The Pines Labor Day Weekend Music Fest. Aug. 29-Sept. 1 – Ontonagon -- Maxwell Street Days: Friday, antique tractor and car show, Mike Urbis dance, 9am to midnight; Saturday, 10K and 5K run at 10am; Sunday, parade at noon; Monday, kiddy parade at 1pm.

Sept. 5-7 – Lake Gogebic -- Fall Walleye Tournament: Lake Gogebic Chamber is the tournament sponsor. 1-888-GOGEBIC. Sept. 12 – Marenisco -- Hunters Banquet: At Township Hall. Sponsored by the Marenisco Sports Club Hunters. Sept. 20 – Porcupine -- Trail Marathon: At Porcupine M. Wilderness State Park. Full marathon, half marathon, 5K and kids 2K at the ski hill.

Sept. 27 – Mercer -- Fall Celebration at the Library: Held at the Mercer Library. Live music, food, wine and beer, live and silent auction, raffles. Call 715-476-2366.

ATV riders will enjoy spectacular fall colors MERCER & HURLEY – Hundreds of ATV enthusiasts will converge on Iron County for a big four-day event, the 12th annual Pumpkin Run ATV Rally, set for Oct. 9-12 and held during the peak of fall color in the great Northwoods. The Mercer Area Chamber and the Hurley Chamber of Commerce are the joint sponsors of the rally.

prizes and, of course, riding the ATV trails (more than 250 miles are available) in Iron County. The scenic areas feature waterfalls and breathtaking views of Lake Superior and the Penokee Mountains.

Save a bit of green and register in advance now through Sept. 16 for $10 at mercercc.com. Pre-registered riders will receive a Pumpkin The ATV rally features a poker run, food and drink specials, raffles, Run poker run sheet, an official Pumpkin Run bandanna, free Iron County ATV trail map, free entry into a raffle drawing and a chance for lots of other great prizes, too.

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Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce 5150N Hwy. 51 Mercer, WI 54547 715-476-2389 mercercc.com Home of the TurtleFlambeau Flowage. Maps, brochures, guide maps, trail maps, Visitor Guide.

Registration fee increases to $12 beginning Sept. 17. Those registered after the deadline will receive the poker run sheet, ATV trail map and Pumpkin Run bandanna while supplies last. The poker run sheet features a list of pit stops at area businesses serving food and drinks and other services with the top three final hands drawn Sunday for a big payback. Winners will be notified by mail. There will also be the “Great Pumpkin” ATV parade on Saturday night in Mercer prior to the rally wrap-up party, live music throughout the long weekend, parties, prizes and more. For more information contact the Mercer Chamber at 715-476-2389 or visit mercercc.com or hurleywi.com.

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Park the car, pay the modest admission fee and then embark on a towering experience via the 810-foot chair lift and 24-story elevator to the very top where it is another level of wonder. The vista overlooks 2,500 miles of the Lake Superior Basin. The facility is open from 10am to 4:30pm Wednesday through Sunday. In addition, Copper Peak is open weekends from Labor Day to mid-October for leap peepers with or without cameras. Copper Peak is located 10 miles north of Ironwood/Bessemer on County 513 in the Black River Scenic Byway. For more information, call 906-932-3500 or visit copperpeak.com.

Copper Peak Adventure Ride BESSEMER – Without question the best time to take an “Adventure Ride” to the top of the world’s largest artificial ski flying structure is in the fall when the Michigan and Wisconsin countryside is ablaze with autumn leaf colors. But if you can’t wait that long to experience the Copper Peak Adventure Ride, or if you won’t be in the neighborhood when leaf colors are at their peak, may we suggest that anytime you visit is still very, very impressive up there. On a clear day you can see Canada, three states and a big chunk of Lake Superior, up to 85 miles across. Copper Peak wows the visitor even from the ground! This iconic, cantilevered, engineering marvel rises 26 stories above the hilltop

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and is visible from miles around. It’s a registered Michigan Historic Site and is part of the Western Upper Peninsula Heritage Trail Network.

Langlade COUNTY Calendar

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Aug. 9 - Antigo -- Tater Trot: Start and finish at Antigo city Park. 10K and 1-mile runs, 4-mile walk. Aug. 17 - Antigo - Badgerland Classics & Customs Car Show: 8am to 4pm at Peaceful Valley Park. Classic and custom vehicles, snowmobiles and motorcycles. Food, crafts, music and model car contest, swap meet. Aug. 31 - Pearson - Labor Day Picnic: 1-8pm at Rolling Stone P&R Building, E. Shore Road and Pickerel Lake Road. Live music, large raffle, food and drinks, games for all ages, drawings and crafts. Sept. 4-7 - Antigo - Stumble Stump Rendezvous: Fur trading era style craft demonstrations, candle making, leather working, cooking, hawk and knife throwing. Kids days will be on Friday. Sept. 6 - Antigo - International Fall Food Festival: 8:30am at county fairgrounds. Vendor booths open at 8:30am, food booths at 10am. New car raffle drawing, food, refreshments, games, raffles. Sept. 6 - Antigo - Ice Age Trail Hike: 9am. Meet in front of Forestry Department office at

fairgrounds at 9am. Call Joe at 715623-2465 for more information. Sept. 6 - White Lake - Wolfman Triathlon: Paddle Wolf River, mountain bike and trail run. Limited to 250 participants. Sept. 20 - Antigo - Lakes & Leaves Bike Ride: Sept. 20 - Antigo - Parade of Homes: Call Jalaine at 715-6237082 for more information. Sept. 20 - Antigo - Fly-In Show: 9am start at airport. Pancake breakfast starts at 9am, free Young Eagle flights for first time flyers age 8-17; lunch, bounce house, flight simulator, raffles, games; air show at 1pm with aircraft on displays.

Youth can get free rides at Fly-In & Air Show ANTIGO – Come out to the Langlade County Airport on Saturday, Sept. 20 and enjoy the thrill of general aviation during the 11th annual Fly-In & Air Show. Hours are 9am to 3 pm with free admission (small parking charge). The county airport and Walker Aviation are the sponsors of this event. There will be free “Young Eagle” airplane rides for youth ages 8-17. A parent must be present with the child to register (registration closes at 2pm). In addition, there will be an aerobatic show at 1pm, crop dusting demonstration, music and games. Enjoy breakfast featuring pancakes and Nick Salm’s famous Belgium waffles from 9-11am and lunch by Crocker Kids 4-H Club from 11am to 3pm. The little ones with more energy than the Energizer Bunny can have fun in the bounce house.

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Buy a ticket or two for the many prizes on the raffle table. There will also be aircraft on display and a flight simulator. The airport is located at N 3689 N. Langlade Road, Antigo. Call 715-623-4525 for more details.

Lincoln COUNTY Calendar

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Aug. 9 - Tomahawk -- Lions Thrilla-on-the-Grilla Rib Contest: 10am to 5pm on Wisconsin Avenue. Advance tickets by calling 715-612-3024. Aug. 14 - Merrill -- Crazy Day: Sept. 1 – Merrill -- Labor Day Festivities: Lions car show and festivities at county fairgrounds, parade downtown. Sept. 5-7 – Tomahawk -Tomahawk Fire & Rescue School: At SARA Park. Spectators welcomed. Sept. 6 – Merrill -- Merrill Airport Days: At Merrill Airport.

Sept. 6 – Merrill -- Communitywide Rummage Sales: Find useful items and treasures. Sept. 11-14 – Tomahawk -- Fall Ride to Tomahawk: Motorcycle rally with headquarters at Tomahawk. Live music, food, merchandise vendors, raffle for motorcycle, and more. Sept. 13 - Merrill -- Pork in the Park Rib Fest: Rib cook-off at the Merrill Area Recreation Center (MARC) on Hwy. 107. Sept. 27 - Merrill -- Chili Cookoff: Downtown Merrill.

See Tomahawk Fall Ride Center Section for additional Lincoln County info.

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Oneida COUNTY Calendar

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Minocqua’s Beef-A-Rama enters 50th year MINOCQUA – Roasted-to-perfection beefs, crazy costumes and an equally quirky “Parade of Beefs” all will come together Saturday, Sept. 27 during the 50th annual Beef-A-Rama -- Minocqua’s signature event that celebrates having fun in the Northwoods. Activities get going Friday, Sept. 26 with “Veggie Rama,” a farmer’s market tasting day at the Minocqua Park complex, Hwy. 70 West. Later that night, from 6-9pm, enjoy the concert at Torpy Park featuring Mamas Little Hippies and sponsored by the Island Business Association. Then get plenty of rest Friday night because Saturday dawns with a full schedule of family activities. Registration for the Rump Roast Run starts at 7am at the American Legion, or go online to rumproast.run. The little ones have their own race, the Calf Mile, starting at 8:15am. Lakeland Rotary’s 11th annual Rump Roast Run/Walk starts at 9am, featuring 5K and 10K races. All races start at Minocqua Veterans Park, downtown. The top male and female winners in the two Rump Roast races each get a 16to 18-pound roast beef – a race prize unique in the nation, perhaps! Chefs and cooks with years and even decades of experience will compete for prizes during the day as they slowly roast their beefs on the Main Street and side streets of Historic Downtown Minocqua. The famous “Parade of Beefs” begins promptly at 2:15pm through the downtown en route to Torpy Park. Volunteers there will slice the beef as others create the mouth-watering beef sandwiches. Of course, if you can’t wait for a tummy-filling sandwich, they start selling beef sandwiches at 11:30am at Torpy Park and on Chicago Street. Other Saturday events you shouldn’t miss are the “Prime Choice” craft fair, farmer’s mini-market, both in Torpy Park; Krafts Kuddly Kritters on the New Concord Inn lawn, artist demonstrations at Twisted Widdlin Fool, children’s performer at Veteran’s Park and beef eating contest at Torpy Park. Live music will fill the Island of Minocqua all day Saturday and into the night: Danny Lincoln and Jimmy D from 9-11am at Torpy Park; Brian McLaughlin from 10am to noon on Chicago Street; The Marvins from 10am to 2pm on Front Street; The Usual Suspects from noon to 4pm at Torpy Park; White House Players noon to 4pm on Chicago Street; (TBA) 4-8pm at Torpy Park and Hip Pocket 5-8pm on Chicago Street. Corn roast, other food and beer tents will also be on the Island of Mincoqua. Parking is limited on the Island so consider hopping on one of the shuttle buses, running 7am to 8pm.

Aug. 6 - Woodruff -- Classic Car Show: 5:30-7:30pm at Hoggie Doggie’s Snack Shack. Aug. 6 - Rhinelander -- Redikulus Dae: 8am to 4pm. Downtown Rhinelander. Redikulus bargains, food, bounce house, vendors, live music. Aug. 7 - Minocqua -- After Loon Delight Arts & Crafts Fair: 10am to 4pm at Torpy Park. Aug. 9 - Three Lakes -- Kids Free Fishing Day: Aug. 9 - Three Lakes -- Art on Main: 10am to 3pm at Cy Williams Park. Aug. 9 - Woodruff -- Minocqua Triathlon: 8am at Clear Lake Picnic Area. 715-356-5266 Aug. 12 - Three Lakes -- Three Lakes Historical Society Program: 7pm at Reiter Center. Program and raffles. Aug. 12 - Minocqua -- Krazy Day: 9am to 4pm on Main Street and side streets lined with tables full of bargain wares by local merchants. Food and refreshments available, held rain or shine. Aug. 16 - Lake Tomahawk -- Boat Show: 9am to 2pm. Aug. 16 - Minocqua -- Ride for Wildlife: 8am to 2pm. Aug. 16 - Lake Tomahawk -Collectibles Show: 8am to 1pm. Aug. 16 - Newbold -- Newbold Fire Dept. Picnic: 11am to 6pm at Newbold Fire Dept. Station 1, 4588 Hwy. 47. Music, fire truck rides, large raffle, food shack, bake sale, kids games and more. Aug. 16-17 - Hazelhurst -- Flea Market & Craft Show: 9am to 4pm at Hazelhurst Town Park. Aug. 17 - Hazelhurst -- Classic Car Show: 8am to 3pm at Hazelhurst Town Park. Presented by the Hazelhurst Lions Club. Aug. 23 – Minocqua -- Lakeland Barbershop Chorus Annual Show: 7:30pm at Campanile Center for the Arts. 715-356-9700 Aug. 23 - Rhinelander -- W.I.L.D. Hodag Mini-Triathlon: 8am to 4pm at Holiday Acres Resort. 300yard swim, 10K bike, 5K walk/run. Starts after 8am announcements. Aug. 23 - Rhinelander -- The Color Dash 5K: 10am at the high school. The world’s brightest 5K. Packet pickup is 8am, dash is 10am. Run, walk, dash, crawl or roll. Not timed. The color is food-grade cornstarch and Food-grade coloring.

Aug. 27-28 - Woodruff -- Rummage Sale & Bake Sale: 9am at Holy Family Catholic Church. Aug. 30 - Minocqua -- Pig Roast: Held at Torpy Park. Sponsored by Minocqua/Kawaguesaga Lake Association. Aug. 30 - Three Lakes -- American Legion Dinner & Dance: Aug. 30 - Woodruff -- Gilbert Brown Football Camp: Held at Indian Shores Resort. 715-356-5552 Aug. 30 - Hazelhurst -- Corn Roast: 4pm held at Willow Wood Lodge, 4950 Willow Dam Road. 715-4534929. Aug. 30 - Rhinelander – PotatoFest: Downtown Rhinelander. Couch potato race, duck regatta, games, contests, parade, food, parade, live music all afternoon with Nikki & the Nimrods followed by The Dweebs. Aug. 30 - Minocqua -- Pride and Joy Car Show: Held at T.J.’s Butcher Block. 10am-2pm. Aug. 30 - Three Lakes -- Nicolet Wheel-A-Way Bike Ride: 9:30am to 3pm. Starts at Don Burnside Park and sponsored by the Three Lakes Chamber of Commerce. 18- and 36mile routes. Not a race, but a ride suitable for all ages. SAG wagon support. Door prizes, include a new bike. 715-546-334. Aug. 31 - Minocqua -- No Frills Marathon: 7am on Bearskin State Trail. Aug. 31 - Woodruff -- Deal or No Deal: 6-9pm at Indian Shores Resort. 715-356-5552. Sept. 6 - Three Lakes – “Affair of the Arts” Ball: At Reiter Center. Sept. 17 - Three Lakes – Women’s Club Fashion Show & Luncheon: 11am at Reiter Center. Sept. 19-21 - Rhinelander -- Hodag Musky Challenge: Headquarters TBA. Five lake groups to fish. 715365-7464. Sept. 20 - Lake Tomahawk -Centennial & Silver Harvest Fest: 9am to 3pm. Car show and Northwoods Model Railroad show. Sept. 26 - Minocqua -- Veggie Rama & Concert: Held at Minocqua Park complex, Hwy. 70 West. Farmer’s marketing tasting day. Then from 6-9pm enjoy a concert by Mamas Little Hippies at Torpy Park. Sept. 27 - Three Lakes -- American Legion Dinner and Dance: Sept. 27 - Minocqua -- Beef-aRama: 9am to 8pm. Food, parade of roasts, famous roast beef sandwiches sale, arts & crafts fair in Torpy Park all day. Sept. 27 - Minocqua -- Rump Roast Run: 9am start on Bearskin State Trail.

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August 5, Tuesday, 7pm. Residents and visitors alike come together to present their annual concert for the public. Suggested minimum donation $5.

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August 20, Wednesday, 7pm. It’s gonna be wild! Straight from Scotland, rock music with bag-pipes—they call it BAGROCK. All tickets $25.

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September 11, Thursday, 7pm. A powerhouse eight piece band inﬂuenced by raw Chicago Blues to second line New Orleans funk. Adults $20, Students $10.

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October 10, Friday, 7pm. The world renowned and greatest ragtime and boogie woogie piano player returns to Campanile to entertain us with his talent and stories. Adults $20, Students $5.

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October 15, Wednesday, 7pm. A one woman show capturing the humor of the country’s most famous columnist. You’ll laugh ‘til it hurts. Adults $20, Students $10.

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‘Art on Main’ is a perfect medley of arts and music THREE LAKES – Spend a perfect summer day viewing high quality art and being entertained by a musical duo during the 10th annual Art on Main Saturday, Aug. 9 in Three Lakes. This year, Art on Main switches to Saturday rather than Sunday as in years’ past, according to the Three Lakes Center for the Arts, the event sponsor. Admission is free. More than 40 juried painters, photographers, quilters and other fabric artists, potters, jewelers and more will be set up for the second year in picturesque Cy Williams Park on the equally enchanting Maple Lake. Hours are 10am to 3pm. This is a prime location for an art fair, with the gazebo in the center to provide an ideal spot for the musicians to perform, according to Gay Scheffen, co-chair of the event. And perform they will. Eddie Biebel & Vickie Lynn – “Acoustic Americana” will be entertaining listeners all day. A Milwaukee Journal music reviewer had this to say about the duo: “Eddie’s dynamic guitar playing and earthy warm baritone blend perfectly with Vickie’s soaring heartfelt vocals to create something new, fresh and exciting: a seamless mix of music genres that make for a passionate and powerful performance you’re bound to enjoy.” In the event of rain, they will play a concert at the Three Lakes Center for Arts at 8pm. Tickets at the door will be $10. With food and drinks, picnic tables and a playground for the kids, it will be a perfect day to spend in Three Lakes.

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Wildwood Wildlife Park’s 8th annual “merry-not-scary” Zoo Boo celebration features a festively decorated trick-or treat trail around the zoo with plenty of treats and sweets brought to you by our local businesses. There will be festive games, crafts, music, and a costume contest that starts at 3 P.M. sharp. Be sure to stop by the Haunted Reptile House and visit the ghosts and goblins. And don’t miss the safari train ride for the little ones. This is a safe and unique Halloween party for the whole family that you won’t want to miss. We encourage all kids, parents, and grandparents to come dressed in their spookiest or prettiest Halloween costume. This event is sponsored by The Friends of the Zoo and NRG Media. All proceeds go toward Wildwood Wildlife Park’s Animal Feed Fund. Tickets for ages 12 years old and up: Advance Zoo Boo Tickets: $7.00 Day of Zoo Boo Event Tickets $8.00 Kids 11 years old and under are FREE with a donation of a nonperishable food item to benefit our local food pantries. Tickets go on sale October 1, 2014 at the following businesses: Wildwood Wildlife Park, Save More Marketplace of Minocqua, Ace Hardware of Arbor Vitae, Culvers of Woodruff, Park City Credit Union of Minocqua, and Trigs. No need to worry about parking. Parking is available at the Minocqua Park Complex ¼ mile past Wildwood Wildlife Park on the south side of Hwy 70 with a free shuttle service to the zoo. Shuttle service starts at 12 P.M. and runs until 5:30 P.M. The shuttle is sponsored by Lake of The Torches Resort• Casino.

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Campanile Center for the Arts 131 W. Milwaukee St. Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-9700 campanilecenter.org All-inclusive arts center, offering classes in voice, guitar, painting, etc., local and touring musical and theater performances.

Hodag Country Festival 4270 River Rd. Rhinelander, WI 54501 800-762-3830 * 715-369-1300 hodag.com See you in 2015. The best in country music with national and regional favorites. Large campground (opens July 5), food & merchandise vendors.

Holiday Acres Rec Park 7994 Hwy. 51 S. Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-4400 holidayacres.info/about Guided horseback and pony rides, challenging 18-hole miniature golf course, 3 go kart tracks. Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows Downtown Woodruff 715-634-6923 scheerslumberjackshow.com Spirited lumberjack style competition: logrolling, pole climbing, power saw, axe throw, and more. Comedy routines.

Wildwood Wildlife Park & Nature Center 10094 Hwy. 70 West Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-5588 wildwoodwildlifepark.com Home to more than 1,000 animals, new giraffe Serengeti habitat area, rides, fish pond, gift shop, group package rates.

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Hazelhurst Pub 6617 U.S. Hwy. 51 S. Hazelhurst, WI 54531 715-356-9400 hazelhurstpub.com Sandwiches, pizza, best burgers around, great craft beer selection, outside seating.

Mama’s Supper Club 10486 Hwy. 70 West Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-5070 Italian and American cuisine serving nightly at 4:30pm. Welcoming locals and travelers since 1954.

Minocqua Brewing Co. 238 Lakeshore Dr. Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-2600 minocquabrewingcompany.com Main restaurant and Brewpub in lower level; Divano Lounge in upper level. Handcrafted beers, live music. Paul Bunyan’s Cook Shanty 8653 Hwy. 51 N. Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-6270 PaulBunyans.com Logging camp breakfast 7am to noon, cook shanty dinner begins at noon, Friday fish fry.

The Boathouse 305 W. Park Ave., Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-3999 Find us on Facebook Casual Minocqua Lake bar and grill. Live piano music. Come by lake or land!

The Vine 203 Front St. Minocqua, WI 54548 715-614-5920 thevineminocqua.com Minocqua’s premier wine and beer lounge. A perfect place to relax and chill out. Tapas & desserts.

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A La Carte Gaslight Square Downtown Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-5851 alacartegiftsminocqua.com Wine racks, artwork, mirrors, lamps, lampshades, silk florals, quilts, table linens, bath accessories, gift baskets, “Made in Wisconsin.”

Cool Waves 325 Oneida St. Minocqua, WI 715-358-3871 Large clothing store, featuring T-shirts, swimwear, sportswear, sandals, sunglasses, and more.

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Loon Land Trading & Twisted Root Emporium 207 Front St. Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-5179 Two stores under one roof. Large selection of loon-related giftware, lamps, wood furniture and much more. Three Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1704 Superior St. Three Lakes, WI 54562 www.threelakes.com vacation@threelakes.com 715-546-3344 Area brochures, maps and guides available. Home to the largest inland chain of lakes in the world!

T.J’s Butcher Block & Market 8762 Hwy. 51 Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-5258 New location (across from Subway). Home-smoked beef jerky, choice steaks, seafood. Brat fry Friday all summer.

Lodging The Pointe Hotel & Suites 8269 S. Hwy. 51 Minocqua, WI 54548 715-356-4431 * 888-356-4431 thepointeresort.com Condominium resort-hotel on Lake Minocqua. Indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, fitness room, children’s playground, putting green.

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Welcome! Come for the Fall Ride fun, return for Colorama TOMAHAWK – Motorcycles of every make and description will populate the highways and byways as well as the streets of Northwoods’ towns both small and large during this year’s Fall Ride to Tomahawk, set for Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 11-14. The traditional headquarters is Tomahawk, whose year-round population of 4,000 swells by many more thousands during Fall Ride. No one really has a handle on the number of motorcyclists rumbling in and out of here, but it’s safe to say more than 10,000 bikers will converge on this area. All we know is there is one heck of a lot of leather (take that Texas, we rustled half your longhorns!), bandanas and arm tattoos. Add to that figure the non-riders drawn to the Fall Ride activities, such as the Friday night Thunder Parade, and you’ve got the makings for one of the largest cities – temporarily that it may be -- in northern Wisconsin. Riders will feel the tug of the open road each day and by mid-morning will head to all points of the compass. Others, who have lodging elsewhere, point the handlebars to Tomahawk, especially SARA Park, where the regional chapter of Muscular Dystrophy Association hosts their activities Thursday through Saturday. The street dances in Tomahawk are also big draws. Again this year, the drawings for the bike and getaway package occur during the Saturday night concert at SARA Park. To the riders who shop retail stores, we realize it may be difficult (and unwise) to lash a Northwoods rustic styled lamp to the rear seat of the bike. So you should know that most merchants are more than happy to ship items to your home address. Mid September is a bit early for Mother Nature to fully paint the leaves red, orange and yellow. Although truth is told one can see solo efforts, sometimes groups of leaf color, during Fall Ride. Which is our invitation for you to return later when the leaves and sumac ground cover are in full color during a period aptly called Colorama, roughly from the third or fourth week of September to the middle of October. Speaking for the various Fall Ride event organizers, civic clubs, merchants, tavern and restaurant owners and many others – we are very grateful that you chose to visit us during Fall Ride. We hope to see you next year and for many years to come! Remember to ride safe!

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TOMAHAWK – There is so much to love about the Fall Ride to Tomahawk, but the event many people look forward to may be the Friday night “Thunder Parade.” A prelude to the evening’s street dances, the parade attracts hundreds of riders and thousands of spectators who line the streets of Tomahawk and out in the countryside where the Thunder route takes riders. Thumbs up, cameras clicking and arms waving, the spectators are eager to see the bikes that thunder past them. The name HarleyDavidson figures prominently here, but making appearances are Victory, Indian, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, BMW, Can-am, and other brands of motorcycles. Many of the bikes are customized to a certain degree. A few are devilishly so to the max. The 2014 Thunder Parade begins forming at 5pm when riders gather at the Tomahawk School complex for the line-up. As noted, all brands and models of bikes are welcomed to this free event. After a blessing of bikes by local clergy and the singing of the National Anthem at 5:55pm, the riders start off immediately on the 18-mile trip. They travel east on Kings Road to County Rd. D, then to County Rd. H, north on H to County Rd. A. From A, the riders turn south on North Fourth Street en route to Wisconsin Avenue. Local law enforcement and Wisconsin State Patrol officers lead the parade and also bring up the rear. Tomahawk Fire Department members also drive their trucks in the parade. Among the first riders are dignitaries from Harley-Davidson Company, members of the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) and the Harley-Davidson Employee Riders Association.

Among the honored guests are visually impaired individuals and also Tomahawk residents on Medicare disability. The Tomahawk Lions invite the above to experience the thrill on being on a motorcycle as a passenger. Arbor Vitae H.O.G. Chapter members provide the rides. There is no cost to participate but availability may be limited. All riders under age 18 must wear a helmet, and all riders must be able to sit on the back of a bike (no sidecars available). Contact Orrin Kolberg at 715-453-7106 or e-mail o.kolberg@frontier.com for more information. Participants must provide their own transportation to and from the Tomahawk High School. The ride goes on rain or shine; bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. Be sure your camera battery has a full charge before you leave the house, as there are dozens and dozens of photo opps.

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Park your ride at SARA Park for music, food, merchandise Drawing for the Harley takes place Saturday night TOMHAWK – Here’s what you need to know about activities, vendors, rides and music at SARA Park, the Fall Ride to Tomahawk headquarters of the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s regional chapter, which sponsors activities there on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 11-13. It’s also the only place in Tomahawk where all the proceeds benefit MDA that serves North Central Wisconsin. SARA Park is located on the west side of Tomahawk. For those of you new to the Fall Ride, there is lots of room to park your ride in this spacious park. It’s also a great place to see different bikes and what their owners have done in way of customizing them. Most bikes are parked on the former airstrip in back of the Ice Arena. SARA Park is also the place to kick back, chow down on festival-style food, drink your favorite brew, chat about past, present and future rides, and listen to the free music. MDA-sponsored activities are back to behind held three days, but they start on Thursday. There are no MDA sponsored events on Sunday, although other parties have events happening that day. For many, it’s an extra day to get a morning ride in before returning home. Look elsewhere in this issue of our Fall Ride Guide for expanded coverage of essential events, such as the Harley-Davidson – Operations open house on Somo Avenue, a listing of music venues and more. Pick up a copy of our Up North Action magazine, free at many locations throughout the Northwoods, for additional information about fun things to see and do during your visit. Your Fall Ride Guide wants you to know that: SARA Park – Is an official H.O.G. pin stop. Demo rides – The latest bikes from the design and engineering experts at Harley-Davidson are available to try out. A tour guide leads each group out into the countryside and back to SARA Park (no, you can’t take it home with you so be sure to stop at a HarleyDavidson dealer to talk price on your next ride). Official MDA Fall Ride to Tomahawk and official Harley-Davidson – Tomahawk Operations merchandise. It’s official (did we say that already?), it’s cool, and there’s lots of it available, including T-shirts, sweatshirts, caps and pins, women’s clothing and kids’ clothing. Fun Runs -- Saddle up and take your choice of one or more of the four Fun Runs through the scenic Northwoods, all for a chance to win cash prizes. Each run maps out the official stops. Those who

Tomahawk Fall Ride 2014 complete a Fun Run will be entered into a drawing to win cash prizes. Complete all four and get four entries. Win all four drawings and get beat up by your unlucky brothers… no, we’re kidding about that. Although if you, ahh, hog the winnings, we’re pretty sure they will ask you to buy the next round. Merchandise Vendor Displays & Sales -- Vendors will feature leather and other clothing, motorcycle products, Harley-Davidson dealers, jewelry, leather sewing, Sturgis souvenirs, services such as airbrushing and pin striping, and more. Food and drink vendors -- From soda drinks to beer, from cheese curds to hamburgers, you won’t leave SARA Park hungry or thirsty. Paddle Raffle – The popular paddle raffle at the main stage beer tent features a custom “paddle bike wheel.” Raffle tickets – Purchase one or a handful of tickets for a chance to win a 2014 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide with custom paint, or the second prize, a weekend getaway package. The bike features a tour pak signed by Willie G. Davidson. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. “Rumble through the Woods” pledge ride – Sign up for the Saturday afternoon ride, which will be led by Wisconsin State Patrol motorcycle officers on an approximately 60-mile loop to the Merrill area and back to SARA Park in time for the concert and big drawing. Let’s get down to particulars: Thursday, Sept. 11 3-11pm • Park opens at 3pm for food and merchandise sales, raffle ticket sales and Fun Run sales • Live music -- 3-7pm Howard “Guitar” Ludtke • Live music -- 7-11pm Spicy Tie, in the Ice Arena. No cover charge. Friday, Sept. 12 9am to 5pm • 2015 Harley-Davidson demo fleet -- 9am to 4pm, and new product display trailer • Live music – 9am to 1pm Scott Kirby • Live music -- 1-5pm Granite Rose • The Big Deal Dump – pick a prize Saturday, Sept. 13 9am to 11pm • 2015 Harley-Davidson demo fleet -- 9am to 4pm, and new product display trailer • “Rumble Through the Woods” pledge ride – Registration 9am to 3pm, ride leaves the park at 3:30pm • Live music -- 9am to 1pm Mark Healey of Badfinger • Live music -- 1-5pm Donnie Pick & The Road Band • Live auction -- beginning at 5pm inside the tent. Here’s your chance to win hard-to-find Harley-Davidson collectibles and memorabilia. • Drawings for all Fun Runs, beginning at 5pm • Saturday Night Bash -- No cover charge. Opener – Top Jimmy takes the stage at 7pm. Headliner – Wishbone Ash until 11pm. • Drawings take place during a pause in the Wishbone Ash concert for the custom painted 2014 Harley-Davidson motorcycle, and the getaway package.

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Test ride the new Harleys at SARA Park

TOMAHAWK â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Harley-Davidson will bring a complete line-up of their 2015 models for motorcycle riders to take a test ride on Friday and Saturday from 9am to 5pm each day at SARA Park, 900 W. Somo Avenue. Harley-Davidson representatives who staff the event can answer any questions you may have on the new bikes. No reservations are required; first come, first ride. To demo the bikes, riders must have a valid motorcycle operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, be at least 21 years of age, sign a waiver form and follow a prescribe route of about a dozen miles. The 2014 event is also an official H.O.G. pin stop where members can pick up the commemorative pins.

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‘Pork in the Park’ Ribfest returns to Merrill

MERRILL – Join other lovers of delicious BBQ ribs during the second annual “Pork in the Park” Ribfest, starting at noon, Saturday, Sept. 13 on the grounds of the Merrill Area Recreation Center (MARC) on Hwy. 107, Merrill. Several top-notch rib cooks will again compete for first through third place prizes. Admission is free to the public, who are invited to cast their vote (until 2pm) for the People Choice Award. The Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors the event as their fundraiser. Ribs will be sold for a “buck a bone.” You can also chow down on hot beef, turkey, chicken and steak sandwiches, corn on the cob and ribbon fries. Colorful Pork in the Park Ribfest t-shirts will be available for purchase. Enjoy cold beverages and listen to the music played by Bobby Evans throughout the afternoon. Evans and his band are a favorite during the Fall Ride, which is also this weekend. Speaking of favorites, motorcyclists are invited to cruise Hwy. 107 down to Tomahawk along the Wisconsin River. No matter the amount of fall color, it’s always a beautiful trip.

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Bike raffle to raise funds for veterans van Since our nation’s founding, America’s military have given their all during times of conflict and peace. One of the benefits for their service is receiving care and treatment at veteran’s clinics and hospitals, including the VA Hospital in Iron Mountain, Mich. But there’s a hitch for some area vets seeking treatment there. The current van, a Ford Explorer, takes veterans to and from that hospital. But the tired vehicle has more than 100,000 miles on the odometer, and it’s not wheelchair accessible. Two local businesses are teaming up, with support from other groups, to raise funds to buy a new van that’s more in line with the veterans’ needs. Northwoods Harley-Davidson and the Minocqua Brewing Company are raffling off a 2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow with net proceeds to go toward a new10-passenger van. Raffle tickets at $5 each are available at the dealership and the restaurant (the bike is on display there). The drawing will take place Oct. 2 at Minocqua Brewing Company. The cost of the van will exceed $30,000, but the drive is well on its way to collect the local share of funds. Funding for the van will also come from the Disabled American Veterans’ national fund and from Ford Motor Company itself. “We teamed up with Harley-Davidson and are doing everything we can do to help our vets,” said Darby Ison, who with husband Al, are owners of the Arbor Vitae dealership. She noted that two of their employees proposed the fundraising idea. In addition to

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the current fundraiser (the dealership is providing the bike for the raffle), Northwoods Harley-Davidson allocated funds from its spring breakout party for the van. Also, with the support of artist Bob Metropulos Jr., owner of Parkside Gallery in Minocqua, they are raffling off one of his original wildlife paintings, with proceeds going for the van. A new van will definitely help the veterans. The current van can accommodate only three passengers. It makes four trips weekly to the Iron Mountain hospital. The “northern route” on Monday and Tuesday stops at Minocqua, Arbor Vitae, Lake Tomahawk and Eagle River. The “southern route” on Wednesday and Thursday encompasses Rhinelander, Monico, Crandon, Conover and Laona. Because of the lack of availability of seats, van reservations have to be made in advance. Darby Ison said they have received a number of donations, including one for $1,000, for the van purchase. In addition, Thrivent Financial is matching some of the donated proceeds. Slo’s Pub in Arbor Vitae is hosting “bike nights” on Thursdays through August, with proceeds dedicated for the van. Other financial support has come from the United Church of Christ’s Thrift Shop in St. Germain. The new van will be ordered from Ford Motor Company and will be owned by the Veterans Administration. To learn more about the fundraiser and how to contribute, call 715-358-5054 and ask for Jim Wolter.

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Map & Directory Arbor Vitae Northwoods Harley-Davidson ................................... Front Cover & Pg. P Slo’s Pub............................................Pg. Q

Rhinelander Americas Best Value Inn..................... Pg. J AmericInn........................................... Pg. J The Haven........................................... Pg. J

Boulder Junction Gooch’s Bar & Grill...........................Pg. U

St. Germain Sisters Saloon.....................................Pg. Q Thunderbird Pass...............................Pg. Q

Conover Dublin Sports Bar & Grill.................. Pg. R Crandon Gas Depot............................................ Pg. J Green Bay & Peshtigo Vandervest Harley-Davidson.............Pg. V Hazelhurst Darlings..............................................Pg. O Lac du Flambeau Lake of the Torches..................Back Cover Manitowish Waters Anglers............................................... Pg. T Aurora Borealis................................... Pg.T Howling Dog Saloon......................... Pg. T Mercer Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce.Pg. V Merrill Merrill Chamber of Commerce........... Pg. I Minocqua The Boathouse on Lake Minocqua....Pg. N Lance Krolczyk / First Weber............Pg. K Minocqua Brewing Company............Pg. O North Isle Custom Signs....................Pg. O Otto’s Beer & Brat Garden................Pg. Q T. Murtaugh’s Pub..............................Pg. Q

Tomahawk Augie’s Collectibles........................... Pg. F Billy Bob’s Sports Bar & Grill..........Pg. D Bp & McDonald’s..............................Pg. G Harley-Davidson – Tomahawk Operations.......................Pg. D Mary’s Hangout................................. Pg. E Nelson’s County Market.....................Pg.H The Liquor Store................................Pg. H Rodeway Inn & Suites....................... Pg. F Silver Threads Boutique....................Pg. H The Thirsty Giraffe Lakeside Bar & Grille.......................................Pg. D Tomahawk Furniture Company.......... Pg. I Tomahawk Lodge Bar & Grill...........Pg. G Tomahawk Sports Center...................Pg. G Tomahawk Surplus Store.................... Pg. I Wausau Best Western Midway Hotel.............. Pg. S Crossroads County Market................ Pg. R Harley-Davidson of Wausau.............. Pg. S Hupy and Abraham, S.C..-Inside Front Cover Showtime Gentlemen’s Club............. Pg. S Upper Peninsula Western Upper Peninsula Visitors Bureau.............. Inside Back Cover Winchester The Bear Bar Restaurant & Lodge.....Pg. N

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Harley-Davidson motorcycle to be raffled off

TOMAHAWK – Winning a 2014 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide. It can be as simple as buying a single ticket for the Fall Ride to Tomahawk raffle to benefit MDA. Be assured that we are rooting for you to win it (if we don’t)! The nearest we got to winning a bike was an older brother who claimed one of the MDA raffle bikes several years ago. We still buy tickets, hoping to go home on a new ride. Oh, what a ride it would be. Sporting a custom paint job by Kris Gille, an employee of the Harley-Davidson - Tomahawk Operations, and a tour pak signed by Willie G. Davidson himself. The bike is the featured prize in the 2014 MDA bike raffle, whose new owner will be announced Saturday evening during the headline concert at SARA Park. Harley-Davidson Motor Company – Tomahawk Operations donated the bike (valued at north of $25,000) to benefit MDA. Second prize in this drawing is a 2015 Daytona Bike Week (hotel and airfare for two) getaway package. The winner of either prize does not have to be present for the drawing. Available at local businesses, tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets will also be sold at SARA Park and at the HarleyDavidson – Tomahawk Operations’ plant on Somo Avenue (new location this year) during their open house. You must be at least 18 years old to buy tickets or to claim the prize. Taxes are also your responsibility. If you don’t have a rabbit’s foot or the speed dial number for Mr. Leprechaun, increase your chances by buying more tickets. All the raffle money goes to a very good cause. Bikes lined up along SARA Park, Tomahawk. Photo by Dean S. Acheson

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Rx: The open road There’s nothing like the feel of wind in the face as you climb hills and bend the curves to your satisfaction as the group of riders you’re leading embarks on a motorcycle adventure in the Northwoods. Maybe there’s an itinerary in mind, maybe not. It doesn’t matter. The open road takes you past dozens of lakes, with hundreds more hidden in plain sight amongst the towering pines. A bald eagle launches from its perch as it spots a fish tantalizing near the surface of one of those lakes. You spot a sign that identifies it as Clear Lake, one of several sporting that same name in the Northwoods. You don’t catch the actual snatch, but, later when it’s time for a break, the cleanup guy in the rear of the group says, “The bird got his lunch.” You nod, and think again about Clear Lake. Sparkling and Crystal are two other lake names you’ve seen in the Northwoods. “Gotta be a reason for those names,” you muse, knowing the answer. Finally, when the stomach growls louder than the pipes on the bike, you motion to the other riders that it’s your group’s turn to stop for eats. The welcomes from the bartender and wait staff are genuine. The noon menu is typical Northwoods roadhouse: most choose a double cheeseburger, chased with a beer or a soda, and some crunchy frys. The ball game on the plasma TV holds your attention for a spell, but not for long. “Bro,” you nudge the guy hogging the stool next to you, “time to hit the open road.” On the way out you hold the door open for another group of riders feeling the hunger pangs too. “You’ll find good eats in there,” you remark as they pass by into Northwoods hospitality.

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Fun run completion might get you a handful of cash Again this year there will be four different “fun run” routes for motorcycle riders who want to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association during the Fall Ride to Tomahawk. The fun runs wrap up Saturday night with cash prizes awarded. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go to MDA to help patients and families. You do not get cards for a “best” poker hand, rather your name is entered in the drawing Saturday night if you complete all official “stops” outlined on the fun run sheet. You must turn your card over to MDA staff before the deadline, which is 5pm, Saturday at SARA Park in Tomahawk. Each route is different and has varying mileage. You are free to do the route on your own, as there are no ride guides. And you can do more than one fun run. Each completion gets you an extra

photo by Dean S. Acheson chance at a cash prize. Fun run sheets are $10 each and can be purchased at SARA Park.

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Harley-Davidson plant on Somo Avenue sets open house TOMAHAWK – See the inner workings of a motorcycle plant during the open house hosted by the Harley-Davidson – Tomahawk Operations production facilities, 426 E. Somo Avenue, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 12-13. Hours are 10am to 3pm each day. Note -- this year marks a break from tours previously held at their Kaphaem Road facility, which is not open for tours this year. During your visit you can purchase MDA raffle tickets for a 2014 FLHTCU Electra Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. The Tomahawk Operations facility was established in 1963 and quickly became the sole supplier of fiberglass parts for HarleyDavidson motorcycles. After several expansions, the Kaphaem Road and Somo Avenue facilities now comprise 192,000 square feet, standing on 96 acres of land. Employees manufacture plastic parts, including saddlebags and windshields. Tomahawk’s Somo Avenue facility paints and ships the components to the York and Kansas City Harley-Davidson Vehicle Operations facilities where it all comes together on original equipment motorcycles. Employees also ship parts and accessories directly to dealers. Kaphaem Road paints and produces windshields, Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories, as well as components that are used at the Kansas City facility for Sportsters and VRods. On the factory floor you will discover the individual touches that give Harley-Davidson motorcycles their distinctive style as parts are coated and painted. Afterwards, move down the line to see the finished products. Somo plant tour guidelines During the plant tours, visitors are asked to follow the guidelines for both safety and protection of manufacturing operations: No cameras are allowed inside the plant; Bags or packages such as knapsacks, luggage and camera bags are not allowed inside the plant; Fully enclosed shoes, low-heeled 1 inch or lower are required. Safety glasses will be supplied; Children under age 12 are welcome in the Tour Center, but are not allowed on the factory tour. An adult must accompany visitors under 18 at all times, and Every effort will be made to accommodate those with disabilityrelated needs.

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Downtown Tomahawk’s street dances rock TOMAHAWK & NOKOMIS -- Historic Downtown Tomahawk will rock to the music of the street dances Friday night and again Saturday afternoon and evening. Live music is also featured at SARA Park and at Nokomis Park (just north of Tomahawk), as well as at numerous taverns throughout the area that welcome the bikers.

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Pik’s Pub and The Liquor Store, at opposite ends of Wisconsin Avenue, host bands for the street dances, sponsored in part by Dairyland Cycle Insurance. Friday night’s street dance gets underway as soon as the Thunder Parade concludes and the barricades to traffic are set up. Admission is free and the public is welcome.

SARA Park – MDA sponsored, Wishbone Ash, until 11pm

Food tents and a beer tent anchor each end of Wisconsin Avenue in the downtown. The city of Tomahawk allows open containers, but only in the specified, roped off area. The privilege is extended from 5pm to midnight Friday and from noon to midnight Saturday. Otherwise, hoist a cold one inside a tavern, supper club or beer garden, according to the city ordinance. Officers on duty will be there to enforce the ordinance and to prevent underage drinking. It’s time to party so we’ll give you the run-down of bands playing in the area (check ads in this issue of Fall Ride Guide for other entertainment): Thursday, Sept. 11 SARA Park – MDA sponsored, Howard “Guitar” Ludtke from 3-7pm. SARA Park – Tomahawk Area Chamber of Commerce will have a singer during its “Rendezvous by the River” bonfire and brat fry from 6-9pm at SARA Park beach area. Friday, Sept. 12 SARA Park – MDA sponsored, Scott Kirby from 9am to 1pm SARA Park – MDA sponsored, Granite Rose from 1-5pm Downtown Tomahawk east end – Pik’s Pub & Rodeo Stage -- Slab (band starts right after the Thunder Parade). Downtown Tomahawk west end – The Liquor Store Stage – Brad Emanule from 5-7pm and Road Trip from 7-11:30pm Nokomis Park -- Blackhawk

SARA PARK – MDA sponsored, Mark Healey of Badfinger-9am-1pm SARAPark – MDAsponsored, Donnie Pick & The Road Band from 1-5pm SARA Park – MDA sponsored, Tom Jimmy at 7pm Downtown Tomahawk east end – Pik’s Pub & Rodeo Stage – Crystal and the Commotion from 7:30-11:30pm Downtown Tomahawk west end – The Liquor Store Stage: Next Myle from 3-7pm and Oil Can Harry from 7-11:30pm Nokomis Park -- Outlaws

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Road Trip Northwoods-Style Eye-popping attractions await your visit There’s a bucket list of man-made quirky attractions larger than life-size in the Northwoods and if you and your buddies want to see them, we can get you there. We tried to find you the World’s Largest Bottle Opener, but had to settle for the World’s Largest Corkscrew. Bring your camera and take photos of your bikes and ride companions in front (or under) these attractions. They are listed somewhat in order of appearance.

The Big Penny – Woodruff: This one is easy to find but hard to pick up. At 17,452 pounds the penny (leave your metal detector at home, it’s made out of concrete) can be found at 923 Second Avenue, just a block off Hwy. 51 in Woodruff. It commemorates the 1953 fund-raising campaign by local school children to save pennies to build a hospital. The campaign ignited the imagination of the nation, including being featured on a television show.

Scrap Metal Motorcycle – Irma: Junk farmyard metal repurposed to create a large motorcycle. Get off the Hwy. 51 expressway by turning on County Road J west, then an immediate right (north) to the end of the street. Owner Charles Hamilton has many other sculptures on the property, known as Ft. Hamilton, and a small church dedicated to U.S. veterans.

Large Bass – Manitowish Waters: Not the largest fish statue we’ve seen, but a keeper nonetheless. Located in Memorial Park, one of the prettiest places ever to park the ride and to enjoy the view of Rest Lake.

Big Bull Moose – Tomahawk: On Hwy. S, 2.5 miles south of Tomahawk, welcoming guests to the Road Lake Pub & Grill. At about 15 feet tall, the moose would give Babe the Blue Ox (see below) a tussle. Paul Bunyan – Minocqua: The huge sign and statues (new) of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox are in front of the Paul Bunyan Logging Camp Restaurant. The sign has been the backdrop for countless family photos over the decades.

Claire d’Loon – Mercer: She’s found a permanent nest alongside the Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce, downtown Mercer. At one time she could vocalize the cries of a loon, but sadly no longer as her voice box isn’t working. At 16 feet tall and a svelte 2,000 pounds, she’s the biggest bird we’ve found. Hiawatha – Ironwood: From U.S. 51, to Hurley, right on Hwy. 77 (Silver Street) into Ironwood, then right on Suffolk Street to the statute. Can’t miss it. At 52 feet, Hiawatha weighs in at hefty 16,000 pounds. No peeking under his garment. The Skier – Ironwood: One mile east of Ironwood on U.S. 2. An advertisement for Big Powderhorn Mt. Clad in a blue stocking hat, blue ski pants and red jacket and wearing ski goggles, this dude looks cool even when the temps are in the 90s. Big Stormy Kromer Cap – Ironwood: It’s big, it’s red and it’s

Tomahawk Fall Ride 2014 located near U.S. Hwy. 2 and E. Cloverland Drive. A symbol of North Country everywhere, the Stormy Kromer Cap is one of many products manufactured by the company of the same name in this city.

Leaping White-tail Deer – St. Germain: On Hwy. 70, three miles west of St. Germain. It’s in front of the Whitetail Inn restaurant and out of the way from the errant golf balls we hit from the nearby course.

Copper Peak Ski Flying Jump – Ironwood: Located on County Road 513, 10 miles north of Hwy. 2. Once the site of “sky flying” competition down the gigantic slope. Take the elevator up 24 stories to the top and imagine what Evil Kenevil would say if he alive today and staring down at the possibility of the mother of all leaps.

Large Eagles – Eagle River: Eagle River, eagle. H-mmm. There’s a connection somewhere there. Located on the east and north entrances to the city. There’s even a “bronze” colored eagle by the downtown museum.

Plummer Mine Headframe – Pence. Located a quarter mile west of Plummer Mine Rd and Hwy. 77 (near Hurley). As with the Copper Peak Ski Flying Jump, the 80-foot headframe is technically not quirky, but worth a visit nonetheless as it’s last mine headframe from the old mining days in Wisconsin. The structure is on the National Register of Historic Places. World’s Largest Corkscrew – Hurley: About one mile west of the intersection of Hwys. 2 and 51. The 24-foot tall high corkscrew stands in front of the Corkscrew Liquor Store. Owner Robert Vittone, who collects corkscrews, welded the bigger version corkscrew out of stainless steel tubing. Corrugated Tube Man – Park Falls: Located on Hwy. 182, about four miles east of the intersection of Hwys. 13 and 182. Standing about 10 feet tall, CTM is made out of corrugated steel pipe commonly used in drainage ditches, etc. Maybe you’ve seen his cousin, Muffler Man. Giant Eagle – Park Falls: The statue of Old Abe the Civil War eagle is on the lawn of Park Falls City Hall, 400 Fourth Ave. South. Park Falls bills itself as the ruffed grouse capital of the world. And one very big eagle. Leaping White-tail Deer – Fifield: intersection of Hwys. 13 and 70. Leaping lizards, another deer frozen in the headlights! Located in front of the Northwoods Supper Club. Fred Smith’s Concrete Park – Phillips: Fred Smith is no longer with us (having died in 1976), but more than 200 folk art figurines that he created will leave you impressed with his dedication and artistic vision. Made out of concrete, chicken wire and discarded bottles, the folk art continues to amaze. Scrap Metal Man on Bicycle – Phillips: Located at W7013 Dama Road. Don’t know much about this one. Not large, on a bicycle waving to passerbys. (One of two in this list I haven’t personally visited.) Paul Bunyan – Sayner: Yep, it’s another Paul Bunyan and Babe. Kinda like seeing Santa at the mall and downtown on the same day when you were a kid. You gotta have faith in these things. Paul and Babe are in front of the Vilas County Museum, where you can find the original snowmobile and tons more of interesting stuff. Chief St. Germain – St. Germain: this is a two-for-one visit as there’s a large carved muskie on a plank, both adjacent to the information booth, corner of Hwy. 70 and Hwy. 155. Although the statue is “big,” it’s not named Chief Big St. Germain, or Big Chief St. Germain, according to the chamber’s description of it.

White Stag – Sugar Camp on Hwy. 17N between Eagle River and Rhinelander: Stag is situated in front of the White Stag Restaurant along Hwy. 17. Perhaps it’s drawn there by the big wedge of iceberg lettuce with homemade dressings served with each meal. The Hodag – Rhinelander: The local high school teams are nicknamed the Hodags, and a picture of this fearsome creature surely gives their opponents pause. A very cool, very large Hodag with fangs bared stands in front of the Rhinelander Chamber of Commerce. There’s a “cowboy” themed Hodag on the north side of the city, 1505 N. Stevens St. There are smaller Hodag statues throughout the city. Most don’t bite. Rhinelapus – Monico: A twisted tree trunk monster that grew up in the same neighborhood as The Hodag. Some basic root surgery over the years resulted in the addition of an eye and a horn. Located now in the open-air shelter in Monico Community Park. Fenced – to keep vandals away or maybe, just maybe it’s ALIVE! Larry the Logroller – Wabeno: Paul Bunyan’s long-lost brother? This is another statue in front of a museum, and again, a nifty museum at that. World’s Largest Soup Kettle – Laona: Tied to the annual “Community Soup” event, the community hosts each August, the huge stew pot is suspended from a tripod of wood. It’s seven feet in circumference and three feet deep. The community no longer uses it as the vegetable soup is cooked in smaller containers. If they ever feel the need to change the name, the grey steel pot is big enough for to hold a few lumberjacks in need of a bath – it could then be called “Community Soaper Day.” Or maybe not. The kettle is located in the little park on U.S. 8, just south of Mill Road.

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Ticket Prices Children 3 and under – Free Ages 4 to 11 – $8.95 Ages 12 and older – $13.95 Seniors – $10.95 If your group has 20 or more people, receive a 10% discount by making advance reservations. Phone 715-634-6923. Tickets go on sale at the ticket booth 45 minutes prior to show time.

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WO O D RUFF

Swinging an axe while standing on a springboard can be a scary event.

It’s sharp – just axe a lumberjack WOODRUFF -- The logging of northern forests is a significant part of Wisconsin’s history. At Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows in Woodruff and Hayward visitors can learn about the logging history of the state and see current lumberjacks compete in events that were part of the competitions held during that era. Logging was difficult work and several of the events visitors will see at the show demonstrate just how dangerous the activity could be. Not surprisingly, the two most dangerous events of the show include swinging an axe. Axes used in Scheer’s Lumberjack Show, and in all lumberjack competitions, aren’t purchased at a local hardware store. Axes preferred by the professional competitors are made in New Zealand or Australia. When asked why his chopping axe had to make such a long journey to get into his hands, Sam Fenton, manager of Scheer’s Lumberjack Show and a competitor in the underhand chop event at the Lumberjack World Championships, responds – “SHARP!”

an accurate swing of the axe. It demonstrates the primitive method of climbing a tree that was used to get above the fanning root system at the butt. Using his axe, the lumberjack notches a vertical standing log and wedges a board into the notch. The lumberjack then climbs up onto the board and chops a vertical-standing log in half. This is very dangerous because the lumberjack is chopping six feet in the air on a very narrow board. Strength, accuracy and balance combine to prevent an accident and make the lumberjack a winner. These and eight other events are featured in Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows in Woodruff and Hayward. The show is educational and combines athleticism with comedy for a great family adventure.

The axe has to be extremely sharp and able to hold an edge. Sam explains that it costs about $100 to get his axe sharpened and after it’s done he could use it to shave his face – really. Lumberjacks combine that edge with physical strength in two of the events featured in Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows. In the Underhand Chop the lumberjack stands on top of a platform called a log dog and straddles a 12” aspen log between his legs. He then chops the log in half with swings of the axe, being very careful to avoid his feet and legs. Accuracy prevents him from losing a toe and upper body strength will make him a winner. The Spring Board Chop is an interesting event that also requires

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No sweat! Nicolet WheelA-Way takes it easy THREE LAKES – Ever since the invention of the wheel, man(and woman)kind have been looking to go places. And you won’t find a better place to put the wheels in motion than Three Lakes, home of the Nicolet Wheel-A-Way Bike Ride held each autumn. This year’s 23rd annual ride starts at 9:20am, Saturday, Aug. 30 and it ends at around 3pm. Check-in for advance registered (Active.com) and non-registered riders is from 7:30-9am at Don Burnside Park, Hwy. A and Stanzil Road, just west of downtown Three Lakes. Coffee, juice and cookies will be available at registration. Riders will receive a t-shirt and a chance to win great door prizes, including a new bike. Ride options are an 18-mile or a 36-mile route, which will be well marked and on paved roads that go through pristine forests and pass breathtaking lakes that make up the Nicolet-Chequamegon National Forest. Wheel-A-Way welcomes families as it’s not a race, but one taken at the rider’s own speed. Bikes pulling trailers are welcome. An adult must accompany children and helmets are required for all. SAG wagon support will be provided by local EMTs to assist with medical situations. Bicycle transport will be available for any rider unable to finish the ride. Riders should carry their own air pump, spare tube and tools. Restroom facilities will be available at the registration location, mid-route and at the lunch location.

Three Lakes has many unique resorts, quiet cottages and comfortable motels to make this a weekend get-away. For more information, contact the Three Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce at 715-546-3344 or 800-972-6103 or e-mail: vacation@ threelakes.com

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Aug. 8 - St. Croix Falls -- River Spirit Festival: Lions Park. Aug. 8-10 - Lewis -- Charles E. Lewis Days: Aug. 9 - Luck -- Corn Feed: 2pm at fire department. Aug. 10 - Turtle Lake -- Cars & Crafts in the Park: Aug. 16 - St. Croix Falls -- Polk County Energy Fair: At fairgrounds. Aug. 16 - Cushing -- Cushing Fun Day: At community center. Aug. 16 - Frederic -- Arts & Crafts Fair, Pie Social: Aug. 16-17 - Turtle Lake -- Moon Lake Threshing Bee: Aug. 30 - Clayton -- Tractor Pull: Benefit for fire department. Aug. 30-31 - Balsam Lake -- Corn on the Curb Days:

Sept. 1-29 – Amery -- Art Exhibition: At ArtZ Gallery. Sept. 5-7 – Osceola -- Community Fair: Sept. 6 – Osceola -- Wheels & Wings: Sept. 11-14 – Amery -- Fall Festival: Sept. 13 – Luck -- Tri Your Luck Marathon: Sept. 13-14 – Amery -- Quilt Guild Show: At St. Joseph Catholic Church. Sponsored by Apple River Quilt Guild. Sept. 20 - Turtle Lake -- Colorfest & Pitchfork Fondue: Sept. 20 - Amery -- Changing Colors Ride & Family Game Day: 1pm at Soo Line Pavilion. Sept. 27-28 - St. Croix Falls -- River Road Ramble on Hwy. 87: Sept. 27-28 - Centuria -- Baker Orchard Fall Festival:

AMERY to DRESSER – The Stower Seven Lakes State Trail offers a rich variety of scenery and wildlife as it meanders some 14 miles from downtown Amery toward its ultimate destination just south of Dresser. It’s a perfect trail destination for summer bikers and hikers, especially families. The trail is named after Amery’s own Harvey and Marilyn Stower. Harvey Stower served in the Wisconsin Legislature and as mayor of Amery for many years. The trail has great natural beauty and wildlife as it passes by the seven lakes of Lotus Lake, Horse Lake, Round Lake, Big Lake, Kinney Lake, North Twin Lake and South Twin Lake. Among the wildlife you will see are the sandhill cranes to the north between the 4/5 mile marker and the pileated woodpeckers and partridge at the 7/8 mile marker. Trumpeter swans can be sighted near Kinney Lake. The trail is fairly level grade with a limestone surface. It is suitable for bicyclists, walkers and joggers. The smooth limestone surface makes most of this trail accessible to wheelchair users. Trail passes for biking are required for all persons 16 years and older. In the winter months, the ungroomed trail is open to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Built on a former railroad track, the trail begins in Soo Line Park in downtown Amery on Keller Avenue. As it leaves Amery, it travels through Deronda, Wanderoos and Nye, ending about one mile from Dresser on 90th Avenue. From Dresser, you can take County Highway F, turn south on County Highway MM and then east on 90th Avenue. The trail starts near Lotus Lake. ATVs, snowmobiles and other motorized vehicles are prohibited on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail. Trail passes for biking or cross-country skiing are available at Amery Pedal Paddle Ski, Amery Countryside Convenience Store, UWWanderoos Bar and Grill, Russell’s Sport N’ Bike in Star Prairie, the Nye Store, Little Store in Dresser and the Polk County Information Center in St. Croix Falls.

Turtle Lake is busy as a bee with events TURTLE LAKE – The annual Cars, Crafts, and Rock-N-Roll in the Park will be Sunday, Aug. 10 from 8am to 3pm in Turtle Lake. The Greater Turtle Lake Area Association is sponsoring the event. Registration for cars opens at 8am. Dash plaques will go to the first 200 entries and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies will be awarded to all classes. Registration fee is $5 per car and spectator admission is free. 1950s style music will be played and food and beverages are available on site. More than 50 vendors will attend this year’s craft show held under the trees in the Village Park. Hours of the craft show are from 9am to 3pm.

Threshing Bee The Moon Lake Threshermen’s Association invites you to return the following week to Turtle Lake for the 30th annual Threshing Bee, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 16-17. Join in the fun and witness demonstrations of farming from yesteryear, antique cars, tractors, steam driven machinery, farm displays, slow tractor race, kids events, flea market, old time music and food served on grounds. Garden tractor pull 3pm Saturday, antique and classic tractor pull 11am Sunday. Admission is free for children 12 and younger. Located on the George Sollman farm, five miles south of Turtle Lake, across County Road K from Big Moon Lake.

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Aug. 30 - Park Falls -- Flambeau 40: 35-mile on-road bike race on Aug. 30. Also, Time Trial -- a 12mile race on Sunday.

Destination Price County Lodging

Que Sera River Rental W6980 Highway 70 Fifield, WI 54524 715-661-1144 queserarental@gmail.com queserarental.com Located in the heart of the Northwoods on the Flambeau River. Year round rental.

Retail/Services

Bob’s Factory Outlet 150 N. 2nd Ave. Park Falls, WI 715-762-2855 bfoparkfalls@gmail.com bobsfactoryoutlet.com Large selection of furniture, wall coverings, appliances, decorations, accessories.

Four Seasons Flooring 176 3rd Ave. South Park Falls, WI 54552 715-744-2800 fourseasonsflooringwi.com Home of Mohawk flooring, carpet, ahardwood, ceramic, laminated, LVT, vinyl. Locally made custom lodge furniture.

St. Croix Rods Hwy. 13, north end of city Park Falls, WI 800-826-7042 stcroixrods.com Factory store with an entire line-up of St. Croix rods & reels, lures, clothing, gear, hats and accessories.

Wilson’s Antiques Hwy. 13 & Division St. Park Falls, WI 715-744-3200 wilsonsantiques@pctcnet.net 3 floors of fine quality collectibles and antiques, including firearms, furniture, advertising clocks and much more.

Timm’s Hill can’t be topped for beauty OGEMA – Tucked away in the southeastern corner of Price County, Timm’s Hill offers a superb 30-mile view of the changing seasons mid-September through mid-October when leaf color is at its peak. It is simply a nature lover’s paradise, as one blogger has noted. Timm’s Hill and the surrounding Timm’s Hill Park is populated with sugar maple, ash, basswood and white birch that are stunning when the foliage changes color. At 1,951.5 feet above sea level, Timm’s Hill is the highest geographical point in Wisconsin. The natural beauty is what

Wild Woods Taxidermy Studio N14080 Flambeau Ave. Fifield, WI 715-762-2292 wildwoodstaxidermy.biz Fish mounting and repro, large and small mammals, birds, exotics, game heads.

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draws people in, and the amenities keep them there longer. The park is bordered by Timm’s Lake to the north and Bass Lake to the south. Both spring-fed lakes exceed depths of 30 feet and boast bass and panfish. A public fishing pier and beach are located on the 20-acre Bass Lake. There are about 10 other spring-fed lakes nearby. The nine-mile High Point Trail system is located within the park and is the starting point for the 10-mile Timm’s Hill Recreational Trail, a non-motorized connecting trail to the famed Ice Age National Scenic Trail system and to Rib Lake Trails. The park is open 7:30am to 9:30pm, approximately May through October. Admission is free. Facilities include an observation tower, walking and cross-country ski trails, picnic shelter, playground, well and toilets. The tower is a relatively easy 1/4mile uphill hike from the parking lot. On top, the view includes the Bass Lake and High Point Village Resort 160 feet below. A monument to early area settlers is located near the parking area. Be sure to stop at Hill of Beans Coffee Shop, part of the High Point Village Resort owned by Lyle and Kathy Blomberg. As the name says, there’s coffee to wake you up and get you started on the day’s adventures. But the menu doesn’t stop there, offering tasty sandwiches, Friday fish fry and more, including wine and beer. The resort also has several cabins open year round. Location: W3206 County Road RR. From Hwy. 13 in Ogema, go 5 miles east on Hwy. 86, south about a half mile on County C, then east about a half mile on County Road RR (also Rustic Road 62).

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Northwoods Golf

Championship smiles at Northwoods’ golf courses

hat separates golf courses in the Northwoods from those found elsewhere? Here, as in the metro areas, you will find the same carefully manicured greens, plush fairways, attentive staff and knowledgeable pros, along with clubhouses featuring your favorite drinks and food and full-service pro shops when it’s time for a new club.

But how about a pair of majestic eagles flying overhead or the wandering white-tailed buck to test your concentration! The incredible fresh air that is sifted by the towering red and white pine trees. The lack of urban noise and stress. The short wait to get onto the course. Affordable rates and reasonable meal prices. We have those all in abundance in the Northwoods.

Now’s the time to reserve a tee time with your golfing buddies and hit the course! Men’s, women’s, senior and couples leagues are available. Later, it’s time to kick back and relax with the 19th-hole experience. The clubhouse is where you will also find great food, favorite drinks (including microbrews that have surged in popularity in recent years) and a spirited discussion •9 Hole - Par 36 - 3,233 yard Course about your, and •Pro Shop •Equipment Rentals especially your •Cart Rentals •Cocktails •Food partners’, recently finished round of dgewater Country Club is a beautiful nine golf. hole golf course on the scenic shores of Lake

Edgewater Country Club has been a golf course since the 1930’s. At that time it was called Maple Birch. Maple Birch had been family owned for almost 60 years until it changed hands for 8 ½ years during which time it became Edgewater Country Club. When we purchased Edgewater Country Club 15 years ago, even though it would be a different family we wanted to continue that comfortable feeling with our three sons. So come join us for a round of golf with your family.

Warm, Friendly Atmosphere • Located on Shores of Lake Alice • Tee Times Recommended • Open to Public 7 Days a Week

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Alice in Tomahawk, Wisconsin. Edgewater is owned by Bradd and Mary Bucks. Edgewater uses the mystique of the Northwoods to provide a place where locals and tourists alike can enjoy themselves, feeling as if they were home.

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If you have young children or teens along, set them loose on the always-fun mini-golf courses and disc courses in the area. It’s where the kids can usually outplay dad and mom. And, when it’s time to close the eyelids – we have lots of comfortable lodging choices – you will dream of that hole-in-one you will hit tomorrow!

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Golfers lured to the Northwoods have a choice of any number of golf courses, both 9 and 18 holes, so while you may have a favorite one or two, there are plenty of other nearby courses to test your game. Courses are friendly to beginners and women, while remaining challenging to those with low handicaps. Some courses date back decades with historic clubhouses, while others have been created or expanded in recent years.

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Aug. 8-10 – Hayward and Cable -- Art Crawl: Approximately 40 artists will have studios and homes open for this annual art tour. Aug. 14-17 – Hayward -- Sawyer County Fair: County fairgrounds. Carnival, demo derby, kids pedal power races, tractor pull.

From avid bikers, to families enjoying a trek, Sawyer County offers plenty of scenery choices. Photo by Dean S Acheson

Birkie Trek offers five events

CABLE and HAYWARD – The Birkie Trail Run, Relay & Trek on Saturday, Sept. 27 includes an individual half-marathon, 3- and 6-person marathon team relay, 5K fun run/walk, and a halfmarathon “Birkie Trek” Nordic walk, all on the world-famous Birkie Trail at a colorful time of the year.

The marathon team relay is handicapped based on age and gender. The Birkie Trek is a fast growing event where participants walk with poles, although poles are not required. The event includes a finish line party with music, food and beverages. There are awards, many door prizes and custom t-shirts for all participants. More info is available at 715-634-5025 or at birkie.com Now for die-hard trail and singletrack runners they have added sections of singletrack to the marathon and half-marathon courses. These singletrack sections are part of the CAMBA trail system, one of the best in the nation and the singletrack capital of the Midwest. The Birkie Trail itself has enough roots and rocks to keep it interesting. But for runners looking to break free from the roads, it is a great crossover and introduction to trail running. The main course is 30 feet wide, grass covered, and mowed, with a bike path down the middle to keep those sections fast. There is plenty of room to pass on the uphills, downhills and flats. Also new this year is that all events start and finish at the new Birkie Ridge trailhead, right off Hwy. 63, just two miles north of Seeley. Starting here puts you on some of the best parts of the Birkie Trail and singletrack.

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HAYWARD

Fall muskie fishing tournament set Hayward – A very respectable $35,000 in prizes awaits successful anglers entered in the 37th annual Fall Fishing Tournament, sponsored by the Hayward Lakes Chapter of Muskies, Inc., and set for Friday through Sunday, Oct. 3-5. Fishing takes place on 20 Hayward area lakes. To ensure continued success of the species, this tournament is catch-andrelease. All money goes back to stocking and other projects to improve musky fishing in the Hayward area. Early entry fee is $80 for adults and $25 for children 16 and under. After Sept. 22, the entry fee for adults is $90. Registrations sent by mail must be postmarked by Sept. 22. Latecomers can register in person until 11pm Thursday, Oct. 2 at Jenk’s Bait & Tackle or Hayward Bait & Tackle, the latter also by phone at 715634-2921. Visit muskiesinc-hayward.org for more details. The grand door prize is a Lund 1725 Pro Guide Tiller boat, Mercury 60 hp motor and ShoreLand’r Trailer package. Prizes and trophies will be awarded to top places. Prizes in the past have included outboard motors, trolling motors, depth finders, etc. A graphite replica will be given to the angler releasing the largest fish. Saturday night festivities include raffles and hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Awards, high-end awards and the grand door prize drawing takes place Sunday. You must be present to win.

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World class athletes compete in 10 different lumberjack events. Kids’ Matinees Kids cross-cut saw with the lumberjacks & get a free souvenir – a great tradition at Fred Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows! Buy a Village Pass and Save $2.00 per person on the Show and Mini-Golf combined.

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Hayward’s Premier 18 Hole Mini-Golf Opens Mid-May 10:00 am – 10:00 pm Daily

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Glow Golf - Wednesday and Saturday nights July 1st through Labor Day.

www.ScheersLumberjackShow.com 15652 County HWY B in Hayward – 715-634-6923

Eclectic Menu - Fresh Ingredients Fabulous Food - Beer/Wine/Liquor Opening Late May Serving Lunch & Dinner, Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 am — Close Phone (715) 634-5115

ICE-CREAM Serving 24 flavors of Wisconsin’s own

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• All shows are rain or shine with some covered seating • Shows last approximately one hour and fifteen minutes • Seating is open — arrive early in peak season

Peak Season Show Schedule Monday, June 16 – Saturday, August 16

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Ticket Prices Children 3 and under – Free Ages 4 to 11 – $8.95 Ages 12 and older – $13.95 Seniors – $10.95 If your group has 20 or more people, receive a 10% discount by making advance reservations. Phone 715-634-6923 Tickets go on sale at the ticket booth 45 minutes prior to show time. Pre-buy tickets for any show at the Lumberjack Village Namekagon Cone or Mini-Golf.

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It takes a village HAYWARD -- At Scheers Lumberjack Village, located on Hwy. B, one-half mile east of Hayward, a talented and diverse team of individuals coordinates efforts to provide guests with hours of fun at one location. The Lumberjack Village, owned by Fred Scheer, is the venue for his Lumberjack Shows, a quintessential northern Wisconsin attraction since 1981. Here a visitor can watch world-class athletes perform 10 of the same events that are part of the Lumberjack World Championships. An elite skier, world champion log roller and boom runner, and inline skate and mountain bike enthusiast, Fred Scheer exemplifies the varied talents and interests of Hayward’s residents as well as its visitors. Though Mr. Scheer has a high energy level, he does not personally manage all the shops and amenities at the Lumberjack Village. Those who do, bring an even broader collection of interests and talents to the team. Linda Fenton, owner of the Namekagon Cone ice cream shop located in the Lumberjack Village, was the Iditarod’s Teacher on the Trail in 2013. Sue Scheer, owner of Mainstream Boutique in the Lumberjack Village, serves the world’s cross-country skiing community as the president of the American Birkebeiner board. Josh Passolt, the Lumberjack Show announcer, is a star hockey player and captain of his high school team in Maple Grove, Minn. When one’s inner dinner bell rings, by far the most popular professional in the Lumberjack Village is Corey Elliott, chef at the River Deck Restaurant, located right next to the Lumberjack Show grandstand. Corey holds a culinary arts degree from the Art Institute International of Minnesota and has earned a reputation locally for his innovative and eclectic cuisine. The restaurant’s menu features unique and flavorful salads and sandwiches that combine fresh ingredients and local products. The menu expands in the evenings to include five dinner entrees and every week Corey creates a featured entrée to add to diners’ enjoyment. The restaurant offers cocktails, beer and a selection of fine wine. When in Hayward, plan a stop at Scheer’s Lumberjack Village where you can experience fabulous food at the River Deck, followed by Wisconsin’s best ice cream at the Namekagon Cone. Ladies can browse in the Mainstream Boutique. And everyone will enjoy world-class entertainment at a Lumberjack Show and a round of golf at the Lumberjack Village Mini-Golf.

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Fred Scheer’s Lumberjack Show 2014 Hayward Schedule

A selection of craft beer, fine wine and cocktails combined with lakeside dining make the River Deck a perfect place to dine.

Destination Sawyer County Activities

Runamuk Rides 13679W Thannum Fire Ln. Hayward, WI 54843 715-634-0656 info@runamukrides.com runamukrides.com ATV, UTV, boat & snowmobile rentals. 2-, 4- and 8-hour and multiday guided & unguided excursions.

Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows Lumberjack Bowl, Hwy. B 715-634-6923 scheerslumberjackshow.com Spirited lumberjack style competition: logrolling, pole climbing, power saw, axe throw, and more. Comedy routines.

Retail/Services

BP Food Mart & SportShop 6547 State Road 70 Winter, WI 54896 715-266-7676 winterwi.com Providing gas, food market, Molly’s Fudge, softserve ice cream, w/ a full live bait and tackle shop. Hayward Power Sports 12305 W State Highway 77 Hayward, WI 54843 715-462-3674 haywardpowersports.com Outstanding sales & service. New and used ATVs, snowmobiles, boats, outboards, Floe docks and lifts.

Mark Anthony Design Group P.O. Box 1074 Hudson, WI 54016 715-760-0188 • 715-386-2928 madesigngroup.com Mark Anthony Group, LLC. Architectural master planners and interior design consultants, catering to custom design/build lake homes. Lynne Marie’s Candies 10411 State Rd. 27 S Hayward, WI 54843 715-634-3553 * 800-873-8343 LynneMariescandies.com Homemade fudge made from scratch and hand-dipped chocolates at Lynne Maries’ Candies in Windmill Square, Hwy. 27 S.

Lodging

Lac Courte Oreilles Lodge Hayward, WI 54843 715-558-0607 www.majestic-escapes.com Experience this charming vintage 12-bedroom lakeside retreat. Ideal vacation rental for large groups!

Deer Run Resort 9107 N. River Rd. Hayward, WI 54843 715-462-3276 DeerRunResort-Hayward.com Friendly, family-owned resort on the beautiful Chippewa Flowage, 2 & 4 bedroom cabins, full liquor bar w/sandwiches.

The Riverside Motel 10429 N. State Road 27 Hayward, WI 54843 715-634-2661 riversidemotelhayward.com Located on the scenic Namekagon River/Lake Hayward within walking distance to downtown. Mallards’ Landing Enzian Shore Drive Hayward, WI 54843 715-634-0910 mallardslandinghayward.com Award winning German built log cabins on the Namekagon River/Lake Hayward. Free use of one canoe. Check-in at the Riverside Motel, 10429 N State Rd 27.

Oak Shores 10429 N. State Road 27 Hayward, WI 54843 715-945-2511 treelandresorts.com Suites and vacation homes, 1- to 3-bedrooms, panoramic views of Chief Lake. Heated swimming pool, playground, canoes and kayaks. Treeland Resorts 9630N Treeland Rd. Hayward, WI 715-462-3874 treelandresorts.com On the 17,000 acre Chippewa Flowage. Vacation homes, motel suites, waterfront rentals, RV sites.

Runamuk Roost 7355N Park Ln. Hayward, WI 54843 888-851-5658 info@runamukroost.com runamukroost.com Storybook vintage Northwoods lodge loaded with charm & comfort. Level lake frontage, all modern amenities, good swimming and fishing.

Recreation

Runamuk Rides 13679W Thannum Fire Ln. Hayward, WI 54843 715-634-0656 info@runamukrides.com runamukrides.com ATV, UTV (side-byside), boat & snowmobile rentals. Experience the Adventure!

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Shawano COUNTRY Calendar

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Aug. 10 – Shawano -- Kids Fishing Extravaganza: 10am to 2pm on Shawano Lake. Kids age 7-15, limited to 125 participants. Prizes for all, food, music. Register at huntervincent.org. Aug. 16 – Shiocton -- Bike Tour: Navarino Wildlife and Wheels Bike Tour. 4 various tours around the wildlife area. See website for details. Aug. 16 – Cecil -- Firemen’s Festival: Held downtown Cecil. Cecil/Town of Washington Firemen’s Festival. Motorcycle ride, food, drinks, raffles, and music. Aug. 23-24 – Tigerton -- Tigerton Lumberjack Days: Held at Community Park. Strongman contest, log sawing, raffle, corn roast, music. Parade is at 1pm Sunday. Aug. 27 to Sept. 1 – Shawano -Shawano County Fair: Held at county fairgrounds. Rides, games, tractor pull, demo derby Speedway races, grandstand entertainment, and more. Aug. 30 – Clintonville -- Cloverleaf Lakes Triathlon: 9am at Rustic Resort. Registration from 7-8:30am, race at 9am.

Sept. 5-7 – Tigerton -- Horse Trail Ride: Held at Embarrass River ATV Park. Vendors, food, camping, karaoke Friday and Saturday nights. Sept. 6 – Birnamwood -- Pulled Pork in the Park: 7-11pm. Pulled pork sandwiches, beer, live music. Sponsored by Birnamwood Area Fire Dept. and Ambulance. Sept. 6 – Gresham -- Farm Heritage Day: 11am parade, tractor and machinery show, petting zoo, children’s activities, farming demos, 2pm garden tractor pull. Sept. 07 – Shawano -- Custom & Classi Car Show: 8am to 2pm at Shawano County Park. Food, raffles, trophies. Sept. 27 – Tigerton -- Taste of Tigerton Apple Fest: 10am to 5pm at Tigerton Community Park. Apple pie contest, vendors, food, demos, music. Sept. 27 – Shawano -- Harvest Fest: 9am to 2pm. Downtown Shawano. Live music, family activities, petting zoo, German food, vendors, and sidewalk sales. Sept. 27 – Shawano -- Bike the Barn Quilts Ride: Scenic bike routes, 5-70 miles in length, guided routes, SAG wagons, snacks. 715-524-2139.

‘Bike the Barn Quilts’ will be colorful outing COUNTY-WIDE – Discover the fabulous “barn quilts” – now over 260 – that make touring Shawano County by bicycle such a rewarding experience. The second annual “Bike the Barn Quilts” Ride will be Saturday, Sept. 27 and the sponsor, Shawano Pathways invites you to join other bicyclists on the path of discovery to a healthier lifestyle. There are six scenic routes varying in distance from five to 70 miles. Beautiful 8x8-foot quilt patterns are showcased on local barns and will be enhanced by the fall colors (be sure to pack a camera as there will be plenty of opportunities for photos). All rides will start at Memorial Athletic Park in Shawano. Traffic control will be provided for the downtown areas and major intersections. Helmets for all strongly encouraged. Registration deadline for early discounts is Sept. 20. Registration at the park from 8:30-9am. The 5- to 70-mile ride options start at 9am with family fun and guided tour rides start at 10am. The guide will provide information on farm and quilt pattern at each of the stops. Sports shirts and t-shirts are available for purchase. For additional information call 715-304-9796.

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Vilas COUNTY Calendar

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Aug. 07-09 – Presque Isle -Oktoberfest: 5pm nightly. Aug. 07-10 – Eagle River -- Vilas County Fair: County fairgrounds. Midway, rides, 4-H exhibits and demonstrations, food. Aug. 09 – Boulder Junction -- Vines, Rhythm and Brews Fest: 4-8pm. Aug. 09 – Sayner -- Chicken Dinner: Aug. 09 – Land O’ Lakes -- Ride with Leinie: Bike tours, beer tasting, brat lunch. Aug. 09 – Conover - Oktoberfest: 5-9:30am at Conover Town Park. Polka music by Jim Pekol and His Orchestra, food and beverages, paddle wheel, raffles. Admission is $5. Aug. 09 – Eagle River -- Trash N’ Treasure Sale: 9am to 3pm. Aug. 09 – Presque Isle -- St. Rita’s Spaghetti Dinner: 4-30-8:30pm. Aug. 10 – Boulder Junction -- Musky Fun Run: 7:30am registration. Aug. 10 – Boulder Junction -- Musky Jamboree: 9am to 4pm. Aug. 11 – Land O’ Lakes -- August Fest: noon to 4pm. Aug. 11 – Sayner - Spaghetti Dinner: 5-8pm. Aug. 11-15 – Presque Isle -- Summer Art Camp: 9am to noon & 1-4pm. Aug. 13 – Eagle River - Paul Bunyan Fest: 10am to 4pm. Aug. 14 – Manitowish Waters -Lions Pork Chop Dinner: 5-7pm. Aug. 15-16 – Eagle River -- ERRA Youth Days Auction: 6pm. Aug. 15-17 – Eagle River -- National Championship Musky Open: Aug. 16 – Presque -- Corn Roast: 2pm. Aug. 17 – Manitowish Waters -Community Pancake Day & Open House: 8am to noon. Aug. 17 – Presque Isle -- Fine Art Show: 10am to 3pm. Aug. 23 – St. Germain -- Pig Roast & Bash: 2-5pm at Sportsmen’s Chalet. Benefits Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club. Aug. 25 – Winchester -- Women’s Civic Club Bazaar: 8am to 2pm. Aug. 30 – Manitowish Waters -Northwoods Bad-Dash Mud Run: 8am to noon Starts at the Discovery

Center. “Adventure run” and afterwards enjoy live music, awards, raffles, beer tent and food. Party from 7-11pm at Koller Park is open to the public. Aug. 31 – Manitowish Waters -- SnoSkeeters Summer Fest: 1:30-6pm. Aug. 31 – Star Lake -- Star Lake Mayor’s Race: 4pm At Stillwaters Restaurant. Food, karaoke, announcement of Mayor’s Race winner. Aug. 31 – Eagle River -- Sausage Fest: Noon to 6pm. Sept. 05-07 – Manitowish Waters -- World Championship Musky Classic: Sept. 11-13 – Manitowish Waters -Northwoods Wildlife Festival: At North Lakeland Discovery Center. Programs for all ages, focused on Northwoods wildlife. Sept. 13 – Lac du Flambeau -- Wild Rice Fest: 8am to 3pm. Sept. 13 – Phelps -- Scarecrow Fest: 10am to 5pm. Sept. 13 – Manitowish Waters -Lioness Pasta Night: 5-7pm. Sept. 13 – Boulder Junction -Colorama Arts & Crafts Fair: 9am to 3pm. Sept. 20 – St. Germain -- Colorama: Craft Fair. 9am to 3pm Sept. 20 – Boulder Junction -Colorama Dinner: 6-9pm. Sept. 21 – Manitowish Waters -- Fire Depart. Open House & Harley Raffle Drawing: noon to 3pm. Sept. 25 – Arbor Vitae -- Spaghetti Dinner: 5-6:30pm. Sept. 26-28 – Sayner -- Colorama Sales: 9am to 3pm. Sept. 27 – Land O’ Lakes -Colorama: 9am to 3pm. Sept. 28 – Land O’ Lakes -- Colorama Dinner: 11am to 2pm. Sept. 28 – Sayner -- Colorama Brunch and Indoor Craft Show: 9am to 4pm. Sept. 28 -- Chamber Wild Game Cook-off: noon start. Oct. 4 - Manitowish Waters -Cran-A-Rama: 9am to 3pm at the Community Center. Cranberry cooking contest, arts and crafts, concessions, cranberry marsh tours, pontoon boat rides, bake sales, cranberry samples and sales.

Colorama time is here! Communities celebrate bounty of harvest VARIOUS COMMUNITIES – Something magical is happening in the forests and woods of the Northwoods. It’s Colorama time -- a name we mere mortals apply to the colorful tapestry that Mother Nature weaves from maples, oaks, willows, birch and other trees. Leaves and certain lowland bushes shed their green wardrobes and stride down the forest catwalk in dazzling red, orange and yellow pronouncements. The green leaf holdouts on some trees are simple reminders that this was another great summer for us to enjoy. Before we know it, the landscape will be covered in snow, the lakes will be frozen and it will be time to bring out the winter toys – sleds, skates, skis, snowmobiles and ice fishing equipment. But that’s all still in the future, and now is the time to enjoy the fall color, harvest some late fall fishing trophies and visit the splendid fall festivals popping up across the Northwoods. If your autumn destination is Vilas County – and it should be – you will delight in the numerous festivals that celebrate the fall harvest, especially cranberries. It’s harvest time so pick one or a couple from our crop of August and September festivals and spend a weekend Up North! Saturday, Aug. 9 Conover – Oktoberfest, 5-9:30pm at the Conover Town Park. Enjoy polka music and more by Jim Pekol and His Orchestra, food and beverages, paddle wheel and 50-50 raffles. Admission is $5 per person. The Conover Chamber of Commerce sponsors the festival. Saturday, Sept. 13

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Boulder Junction – Colorama Arts & Crafts Fair, 9am to 3pm, Community Center, with arts and crafts show, farmer’s market and wild game sandwiches served. For more information, call 715-3852400. Lac du Flambeau -- Wild Rice Fest, 9am to 3pm, held in downtown Lac du Flambeau with arts, crafters, games with prizes, wild ricing demonstration, along with wild rice and Indian fry bread cooking

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contests. For more information contact the Lac du Flambeau Chamber of Commerce at 877-588-3346. Phelps – Scarecrow Fest: 10am to 5pm, downtown Phelps. Phelps Women’s Club presents a day of family fun, including pumpkin’ chunkin’, games, art and crafts, largest pumpkin contest, sea plane rides, great food and fun. For more information, call 715-545-3002. Saturday, Sept. 20 St. Germain – Colorama Craft Fair, 9am to 3pm at the St. Germain Community Park, the “Birthplace of Colorama.” Events of the 55th annual event include a craft show, farmer’s market, wine tasting, pumpkin painting, fall flower sales and great food. Call (715) 477-2205. Boulder Junction – Colorama Dinner, 6-9pm, Camp Manito-wish YMCA. Wild game and chicken dinner at 6pm, entertainment and door prizes. Call 715-385-2400 for more information. Saturday, Sept. 27 Land O’ Lakes – Colorama Weekend, 9am to 4pm Saturday. Enjoy the fall splendor throughout the Land O’ Lakes area. There will be a scarecrow contest, and shops will have special “fall’ing down” prices and a special fall harvest flea and farmer’s market also on Saturday. Art events will celebrate the harvest. Enjoy the fall colors as you ride the Land O’ Lakes expanded bike trail. Sunday, Sept. 28 Land O’ Lakes – Colorama Dinner, 11am to 2pm, St. Albert’s Church Hall. Featuring ham, chicken and all the trimmings. Takeouts available. Call 715-547-3432.

Presque Isle -- “Wild Game Cook-Off” held at the Community Center, food served at noon. You won’t find “wilder” cooking anywhere! Cast a vote for your favorite. Call Presque Isle Chamber of Commerce at 715-686-2910 for more information. Sayner -- Colorama Brunch and Indoor Craft Show, 9am to 1pm. Sponsored by Sayner-Star Lake Chamber of Commerce. Great food, raffles and door prizes at the Sayner Recreation Building, 8755 Lake Street. Contact Carole Froelich at 715-542-3261. Saturday, Oct. 4 Manitowish Waters – Cran-A-Rama (formerly Cranberry Colorama), 9am to 3pm at the Manitowish Waters Community Center. Celebrate the start of fall color and cranberry harvest season with an arts and craft fair, “Everything Cranberry,” including “Taste of Harvest,” a cranberry cooking contest, concessions featuring local restaurants and vendors from 11am to 2pm, free cranberry marsh tours, free fall color pontoon rides sponsored by the Manitowish Waters Lakes Association, Lioness bake sale, fresh cranberry sales, self-guided fall color tours, cranberry samples and more! Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4-5 Eagle River – Cranberry Fest, 9am to 4pm Saturday and 9am to 3pm Sunday, Vilas County Fairgrounds. Fresh locally grown cranberries, cranberry marsh and winery tours, large arts and crafts show, world’s largest cranberry cheesecake, cranberry food of every kind, antique market, cranberry fiber arts and weavers show and sale, bike, walk and run fitness events, farmers market, and much more.

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Ready for the challenge? Northwoods Bad-Dash Mud Run returns MANITOWISH WATERS – If you missed the Northwoods Bad-Dash Mud Run last year, you missed a lot of fun and excitement! So this year make sure you enter or be there to cheer on the participants in the third annual Northwoods Bad-Dash on Saturday, Aug. 30. The Manitowish Waters Chamber of Commerce and the North Lakeland Discovery Center are co-sponsoring the four-mile adventure run. The course features 12 obstacles, including a mud crawl, cargo net and fish crib climb and much more. The first wave starts at 9am followed by the other waves every five minutes apart.

Register online at Active.com. Or go to NWBadDash.com for a form or more information. Or call the chamber at 715-543-8488. Register as a group of five or more and save money on your team registration Join the PARTY After the Bad-Dash, enjoy the day shopping, certainly a lunch at one of the fine restaurants and spend some time at one of the scenic parks before heading back downtown to Koller Park for the post-race party from 7-11pm. Featured will be live music by Kyle Mertz & That Devil Band, wine, beer, food, raffles and awards, the latter from 7:30-8pm. Cheer on the winners of the awards, including Best Lumberjack & Lumberjill (or a combination thereof), Most Flair, Best Superhero, Best Team Get-Up and Best Battle Cry. Didn’t race? Didn’t watch? No matter, you’re still invited to this great party! Bad-Dash creed:

The course will start at the Discovery Center on Hwy. W and will end at the Manitowish Waters Community Center. Among the obstacles you will long remember are the “Log Slog,” “Triple Threat,” Icy Hell” and for the finale, the “Lambeau Leap.”

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Destination Vilas County

Food & Spirits

Gooch’s A-One Bar 6215 Cty. Rd M Boulder Junction, 54512 715-385-9288 goochsaone.com Homemade pizza, soups, steaks, seafood, grilled burgers, pasta, Broasted chicken, fish fry, nightly specials.

Rustic Roadhaus 5194 Hwy. 51 S. Manitowish Waters, 54545 715-543-8500 RusticRoadhaus.com Homemade pizza, sandwiches, dinners and nightly specials. Buckets of chicken to go. Open daily.

The Bear Bar Lodge & Restaurant 10415 County Rd. W Winchester, WI 54557 715-686-2808 thebearbarlodge.com Historic Northwoods lodge bar & restaurant. Steaks, seafood, sandwiches, pasta, prime rib, fish fry, kids menu.

Tribute Brewing Co. 1106 N. Bluebird Road Eagle River, WI 54521 715-480-BEER tributebrewing.com Taphouse open Tuesday - Friday 3pm - 9pm, Saturday 1pm - 9pm, closed Sundays and Mondays.

Lodging

Chanticleer Inn 1458 E. Dollar lake Rd. Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-4486 * 800-752-9193 chanticleerinn.com Year round resortmotel-condo complex. On snowmobile trail 10E. On Eagle Chain of Lakes. 3 miles from Eagle River off Hwy. 70.

Recreation

Eagle River Golf Course 457 E. McKinley St., Eagle River, WI 54521 800-280-1477 • 715-479-8111 PGA professional on staff, 18 holes, practice facility, private lessons, junior program. Call for tee times.

Rohr’s Wilderness Tours 5230 Razorback Rd. Conover, WI 54519 715-547-3639 rwtcanoe.com Canoe & kayak trips, campground, RV, tent, season, equestrian friendly, luxury house, groomed trail. Eagle Falls Adventure Golf Northern Lights Laser Tag 1040 E. Pine St. Eagle River, WI 54521 715-477-0808 eaglefallsadventuregolf.com 18-hole adventure style mini golf course. Ice cream and soft drinks. Lazer tag arena with 3,000 sq. ft. play area.

Retail/Services

Coontail Sports 1400 Hwy. 51 Arbor Vitae, WI 54568 888-874-0885 coontailsports.com Clothing, kayak and canoes and accessories, ski and wakeboards, kayak and SUP rentals.

Pink Coyote 212 E. Wall St. Eagle River, WI 715-479-9831 pinkcoyote.us Large selection of Native American jewelry and art, including bracelets, rings, Kachina dolls, baskets, and more.

St. Germain Chamber of Commerce St. Germain, WI 800-727-7203 St-Germain.com One-stop shop for information on the area: maps, brochures, trail maps, fishing reports, event guide.

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Destination Conover, WI Financial

Headwaters State Bank 4175 Hwy. B • PO Box 149 Land O’ Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3383 www.headwatersstatebank.com Full service bank offering personal and commercial banking services including, online banking, loans for cars, homes, construction, etc.

Lodging Buckatabon Lodge & Lighthouse Inn 5630 Rush Rd., Conover, WI 54519 715-479-4660 www.buckatabon.com Family vacation resort on Lower Buckatabon Lake. Two and three bedroom cabins, camping, boat and motor rentals. Pets are welcome. Deer Path Resort 5915 Jacoby Rd., Conover, WI 54519 715-479-9620 www.deerpathresort.com Year round resort on Upper Buckatabon Lake. Ten cabins, sand frontage, great fishing, boating, skiing and relaxation.

Gateway Lodge, Restaurant and Lounge 4103 Co. Hwy. B, Land O’ Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3321 • 800-848-8058 www.gateway-lodge.com 72 customized and newly renovated suites and studios, large indoor pool, restaurant, lounge, game room, on bike, ATV and snowmobile trails. Maple View Resort 3360 McPeak Rd., Conover, WI 54519 715-479-4600 www.mapleviewresort.com Cabin rentals, seasonal campsites, lodge, bar, great food, snowmobile to your door, great ice fishing, year-around family fun, beach. Sandy Shores Resort 5575 Spruce Rd., Conover, WI 54519 715-479-9848 www.sandyshoresconover.com On Lower Buckatabon Lake. Four fully furnished 2 and 3 bedroom cabins. Open mid-May to early October. Free Wi-fi in cabins. Scott’s Twin Lakes Resort 3693 Twin Lake Rd., Conover, WI 54519 715-479-9045 www.scottsresort.com 6 year-round cabins, excellent fishing on South Twin Lake, sandy beach, level grounds, snowmobilers welcome. Twin Pine Resort 4214 Twin Lake Rd., Conover, WI 54519 715-479-9119 www.twinpineresort.net 4-bedroom home and three 2-bedroom cabins. Private wooded setting. 285 feet of level sand frontage. May to October.

Food & Spirits

Club 45 Sports Bar & Grill 4800 Old Hwy. 45, Conover, WI 54519 715-547-3571 Overlooking Denton Lake. Serving sandwiches, pizza, Friday fish fry with salad bar. Famous Italian Beef! Daily specials. Closed Tuesdays. Dublin Sports Bar & Grill 4394 Twin Overlook Dr., Conover, WI 54519 Off Hwy. K on North Twin Lake 715-350-2121 www.dublinsportsbarandgrill. com 2 Happy Hours, 2-6pm & 10pmmidnight. 16 beers on tap, 16 flat screens. Best view in the Northwoods. The Log Cabin 226 Hwy. 45 N, Conover, WI 54519 715-479-2787 www.logcabinconover.com Bar & grill and café. Featuring our famous homemade pizzas, daily specials, conveniently located at Sno-Buddies pit stop #16 along Trail No. 12.

Retail/Services Welnetz Chiropractic 4096 Hwy. 45 S., Conover, WI 54519 715-479-8003 Treatment of back pain, sciatica, neck and shoulder pain, headaches, sports injuries and auto accident injuries. New patients always welcome. Eliason Realty of the North 4228 Hwy. B, Land O’ Lakes, WI 54540 800-472-5222 www.Eliasonlol.com Serving Northern Wisconsin, Cisco Chain of Lakes, Watersmeet and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Residential, vacant land & commercial properties.

Eliason Realty of the North 302 W. Pine St., Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-4431 408 Hwy. 70 St. Germain, WI 54558 715-542-3223 www.EliasonRealty.com Buying or selling in the Northwoods, depend on us for proven results. Let us make your Northwoods dreams come true! Northern Waters Angling & Archery 160 Hwy. 45, Conover, WI 54519 715-477-2224 www.NorthernWatersConover. com Fishing and archery supplies, indoor 3D archery range, indoor video range. Novelty apparel, lake shirts and gifts. Northern Edge Sport & Marine 6200 Hwy. 45, Land O’ Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-1100 www.northernedgesportmarine. com For all your boating needs, marine sales and service. Serving northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula.

Recreation Pine Point Riding Stables 2445 Hwy. 45 N, Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-4394 • 715-891-2524 www.pinepointridingstables.com 40-45 minute guided horseback rides through scenic woods. Some trotting on ride. Advance ride for experienced riders by reservation.

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CONOVER AREA BUSINESSES

First National Bank www.fnb-eagleriver.com 400 E. Wall St. • PO Box 1209 Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-4406 www.fnb-eagleriver.com Full line of retail and commercial banking services, financial planning, telephone and Internet banking with bill payment, credit cards.

Jefferson’s Landing 3698 Jefferson’s landing Rd., Conover, WI 54519 715-479-7066 • 715-479-9028 www.jeffersonslanding.com See the eagles soar and hear the loons call on beautiful South Twin Lake. Quiet, family friendly setting, sandy shoreline.

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BO-BOEN BENEFIT PIG ROAST Saturday, August 23, 2104 starting at 2 PM

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GREATER WI MUSKIE TOURNAMENT Saturday, October 4, 2104 & Sunday, October 5, 2014

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Enter the Greater WI Muskie Tournament

ST. GERMAIN – Serious anglers are pretty much in agreement -- the waters in and around St. Germain host some of the best musky fishing in the Midwest, if not the nation. Whether it’s Big St. Germain or a smaller lake, you can hear the cries: “Net! Net! Get the net! It’s a big one!” Fellow anglers close by will motor over to watch the action, the triumphant display of the toothy creature, and then the careful release of it over the side of the boat so the monster can live. Get in the action yourself – with a chance to win trophies, door prizes and raffle prizes – by entering the 26th annual Greater Wisconsin Muskie Tournament (GWMT) the weekend of Oct. 4-5. Each angler gets an event hat and a lure, and each angler has the opportunity to win one of the three $500 cash drawings. The St. Germain Chamber of Wisconsin sponsors the event. Entry deadline is Sept. 26, but you can register online until Oct. 1. Entry fee is $60 per person. Go to st-germain.com and follow the tournament link for a registration form or stop in at the chamber office. Call the chamber at 715-477-2205 for details. The tournament encompasses 10 lakes, including the aforementioned Big St. Germain. Others are Little St. Germain, Lost, Found, Pickerel, Big Arbor Vitae, Dam, Plum, Little Arbor Vitae and Sand. By the way, Lost is where Brian Johnson “found” his 48.0-inch GWMT winner last year. He literally “inched” out James Martin, who caught a 47.0-incher out of Pickerel. A 48inch fish has taken the top prize in four of the last six years.

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Water ski shows popular in Conover CONOVER – After a long day of fishing, trail riding or shopping, it’s time to sit back and relax. Three nights a week, you can do that while enjoying the Chain Skimmers Water Ski Show in Conover. The talented ski crew performs their regular shows each Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, beginning at 7pm on Lake Pleasant, Hwy. 45. Watch the talented skiers perform tricks, jumps, flips and other skiing stunts. Events in Conover for August and a bonus for the kids in October include these: Aug. 1 – Chain Skimmers Water Ski Show, 6:30pm, Mapleview Resort Aug. 6 – Chain Skimmer’s Water Ski Show, 7pm, Wild Eagle Lodge Aug. 9 – Oktoberfest, 5:30-9:30pm, Conover Town Park Aug. 30 – Labor Day Water Ski Show, 5pm, Lake Pleasant Oct. 31 – Lions Club Halloween Party, 6-8pm, Conover Community Center. Costume judging, children’s games and prizes, food and beverages.

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Washburn COUNTY Calendar

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August 8-10 – Minong -- Minong Summer Days: August 15 – Shell Lake -- Music at The Shed: 7pm. August 16 – Shell Lake -- Music at The Shed: 7pm. August 19 – Spooner -- Twilight Garden Tour: Held at Spooner Agricultural Research Station.

August 22 – Shell Lake -- Music at The Shed: 7pm. August 23 – Shell Lake -- Music at The Shed: 7pm. August 29 – Shell Lake -- Music at The Shed: 7pm. August 29-31 – Shell Lake -- Town & Country Days: August 30 – Spooner -- Chocolate Festival: Held at Washburn Co. Historical Museum. August 30 – Shell Lake -- Music at The Shed: 7 pm.

Need an adventure?

Canoe, kayak or tube the scenic Namekagon or St. Croix River TREGO – Create your own summer adventure with a trip down the scenic Namekagon River or the St. Croix River. The 95-mile long Namekagon (pronounced NAM-uh-KAH-gun) is the main tributary of the St. Croix River. Together they make up the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, and, as such, their beauty is protected forever. Perfect for summer waterway cruises, the Namekagon is a narrow, twisty river that unfolds new scenery – and maybe an eagle or blue heron – around each bend. Water levels are good all summer on the 70-mile stretch from Hayward to Riverside landings. The river is 2- to 4-feet deep most of the way and is excellent for swimming. One of the most trusted and experienced outfitters you will find here is Jack’s Canoe & Tube Rental, in Trego (look for the bright orange canoe signs). Jack’s has been in operation since 1967 and has helped countless individuals, families and groups experience a quality time on the two rivers. Trips can be planned

for a couple hours, overnight or even several days. Their various rental options include tubes, canoes, SUPS and kayaks as well as primitive camping right at Jack’s. Equipment and life jackets, paddles and shuttle service are included in the rental packages. The shuttle service goes to all the Namekagon and most of the St. Croix River landings, as well as pick-up from local resorts and cabins for a hassle-free outing. At Jack’s Scoop & General Store, treats such as hand-dipped ice cream and candy are available along with gifts, toys, apparel such as T’s and water shoes, and home décor selections. Enjoy your cone as you take a short walk to the old iron wagon bridge, a popular swimming, picnic and gathering hotspot in the summer. For more information, call 715-635-3300 or visit JacksCanoeRental.com. Open seven days a week, MaySeptember at N7504 Wagon Bridge Road, Trego.

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All aboard for a visit to the Railroad Museum

HUNT HILL AUDUBON SANCTUARY Open to the public Over 400 acres of pristine Northern WI land with 10 miles of trails, old growth forest, glacial lakes, meadow, and bogs. Adult Spanish Language & Culture Immersion July 27-Aug. 1 Youth Nature Day Camps: June 30-August 8 Cakes at the Lake: Pancake breakfast & nature program July 12-Bats ~ Aug. 9-Plants ~ Sept. 13-Wild Ricing Cabin Rentals: Two historic cabins available for rent with rustic charm. Wild Rice Camp: Sept. 4-6

Hunt Hill is a nature preserve and learning center, open to all, dedicated to fostering understanding, appreciation and protection of the environment.

SPOONER – The Railroad Memories Museum in Spooner contains a treasure-trove of artifacts, railroad equipment, photographs and other memorabilia from the days when a piercing whistle would announce the arrival of a steampowered locomotive pulling either freight or passenger cars. The museum is housed in the historic 1902 Chicago & Northwestern Railway Depot, 424 Front Street. Among the hundreds of items housed in the 12 rooms of the museum is a velocipede – a hand-powered vehicle that railroad workers used to inspect the tracks for damage or misalignment. Smartly arranged throughout the rooms are original railroad art, brochures, advertising and antiques. The library and video room are open for viewing. The main entry room houses 1930s and ’40s-era Spooner rail yard diorama, models, bells, whistles and history of the building. In the telegraph room can be found communication links, and in the art room are original art and railroad watches. The large collection includes uniforms, tools, books, train interiors, lanterns, signals and videos.

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site of his “summer White House.” A chair used in the presidential railroad car is on display here. Hear stories of yesteryear from retired railroaders who are among the museum guides, or if you prefer, pick up a brochure for a selfguided visit. The museum is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Hours are 10am to 5pm seven days a week. The cost is very affordable for families with admission free or 50 cents for children, depending on age. The museum is near the downtown where you will find an excellent selection of shops, restaurants, motels and other attractions. Call the museum at 715-635-2752 for more information.

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