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Eau Claire Wausau Green Bay Appleton Oshkosh Fond Du Lac LaCrosse Madison Milwaukee Janesville Racine Conover WELCOME Come to Conover and experience a way of life that is refreshing and exciting, yet restful and rewarding. Whether it’s fishing a “hot spot” on one of our many lakes, hiking or biking through a dazzling panorama of autumn colors, or skiing or snowmobiling our picturesque trails, Conover is your Starting Point of ADVENTURE! Your adventure begins in Conover! Table of Contents Conover Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 32 • Conover, WI 54519 Telephone: 715-479-4928 Email: conover.org@gmail.com Website: www.conover.org Find us on Facebook Calendar of Events .............. 4-5 Northwoods Blizzard Blast ....... 6 Taste of Conover .................. 7 Chain Skimmers ................... 8 Conover Area Trails ............... 9 Recreational Map............. 10-11 ATV & UTV ........................ 11 Off-Highway Motorcycle ........ 11 Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing ...................... 12 Snowmobiling ..................... 12 Equestrian ......................... 13 Hunting ............................ 14 Hiking & Biking ................... 14 Wildlife ............................ 15 Paddling ........................... 16 Fishing & Boating ................ 17 Beaches & Parks .................. 18 Camping & Campgrounds ........ 19 Business Directory ........... 20-22 Town Info & History .............. 23 Advertisers .................... 24-31
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
JANUARY 14 - TRAILSIDE ROAST
Conover Sno-Buddies and Phelps Snowmobile Club team up for a nostalgic trip down memory lane Featuring hot dogs, brats, s’mores, hot cocoa and more.
TIME & LOCATION: 10:00am-2:00pm | Intersection of trails 8 & 6 near Blong Road
CONTACT: Conover Sno-Buddies | www.conoversnobuddies.com
JANUARY 21 - 5TH ANNUAL TWIN LAKE PUB ICE FISHING JAMBOREE
$20.00 entry fee. 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place prizes awarded for: walleye, northern, perch & bluegill. Also prizes for biggest crappie & bass. Raffles & door prizes held at Twin Lake Pub.
TIME & LOCATION: 7:00am-2:00pm | Fishing on North and South Twin Lakes
Raffles and Prizes: Twin Lake Pub | 3894 Twin Lake Road | Conover
CONTACT: Twin Lake Pub | 715-479-6224 or like us on FaceBook
JANUARY 28 - CONOVER SNO-BUDDIES
ANNUAL CHILI & SOUP COOK-OFF
Taste delicious samples of soup and chili Or stir up your favorite recipe and enter the contests.
TIME & LOCATION: 1:00pm-4:00pm | Wild Turkey | 306 US Hwy 45 | Conover
CONTACT: Conover Sno-Buddies | www.conoversnobuddies.com.
FEBRUARY 4 - BLIZZARD BLAST-OFF CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT AND CHILI COOK-OFF
Conover Fire and Rescue hosts their Annual Cornhole Tournament and Chili Cook-Off to benefit the Northwoods Blizzard Blast. Players may join for a donation of $25. Teams formed from random blind draws. Food & beverage available on site.
TIME & LOCATION: 12:00pm-6:00pm | Conover
Comm. Center | 4665 Hwy K East | Conover
CONTACT: Conover Fire & Rescue | 715-477-2036
FEBRUARY 10 - BLIZZARD BLAST-OFF SPAGHETTI DINNER
Phelps Fire Department and EMS Department host their spaghetti dinner to benefit the Northwoods Blizzard Blast. Dinners will include spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, and beverages. Desserts and other beverages are also available.
TIME & LOCATION: 4:00pm-7:00pm | Phelps’s Fire Station | 4499 Town Hall Rd | Phelps
CONTACT: Phelps’s Fire Department | 715-545-2972
FEBRUARY 18 - NORTHWOODS
BLIZZARD BLAST
Winter fun for everyone! Proceeds benefit area Fire & EMS Departments.
TIME & LOCATION: 10:00 am-4:00pm | Conover Town Park | 4697 Park Circle | Conover
CONTACT: www.northwoodsblizzardblast.com| northwoodsblizzardblast@gmail.com
FEBRUARY 18 - 29TH ANNUAL GREAT NORTHERN JERK OFF
Jerky making competition. Join us and sample the entries. Proceeds go to Warm the Children.
TIME & LOCATION: 5:30pm-8:00pm | Club 45 Bar & Grill | 4800 Old 45 Rd | Conover CONTACT: Club 45 | 715-547-3571
FEBRUARY 25 - WE RIDE FOR JACOB
Memorial scholarship fundraiser for Jacob Sieg. Radar obstacle course on North Twin Lake, tons of raffles, trophies and raffle drawing for 2007 F1000 LXR Arctic Cat.
TIME & LOCATION: 11:00am-5:00pm | Dublin Sports Bar & Grill | 4394 Twin Overlook |Conover CONTACT: Dublin Sports Bar & Grill | 715-545-2002
MARCH 4 - CONOVER SNO-BUDDIES POKER RUN DRAW PARTY
Wrap party for 2023 Poker Run. Also basket raffles, 50/50 games, food and more.
TIME & LOCATION: 1:00pm-4:00pm |Twin Lake Pub | 3894 Twin Lake Rd | Conover CONTACT: Conover Sno-Buddies | www.conoversnobuddies.com
MARCH 4 - 27th ANNUAL TURKEY SHOOT
Shooting starts at 11 am. Raffles all day long. Long rifle 22-Open Sights only. All proceeds go to VFW Stateline Post 8400, Land O’ Lakes TIME & LOCATION: 11:00am-5:00pm | Club 45 Bar & Grill | 4800 Old 45 Rd | Conover CONTACT: Club 45 | 715-547-3571
MARCH 17 - CONOVER SNO-BUDDIES ST. PADDY’S CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE DINNER
Come join us on St Patrick’s Day and enjoy a delicious corned beef and cabbage dinner.
TIME & LOCATION: 4:30pm-8:00pm | Club 45 Bar & Grill | 4800 Old 45 Rd | Conover CONTACT: Conover Sno-Buddies | www.conoversnobuddies.com
MAY 21 - NORTHWOODS THROWDOWN DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT
2 rounds of 18 hole disc golf tournament. Registration opens at 8am, players meeting 9am. Lunch is included. Trophy only tournament-all net proceeds benefit pediatric brain cancer research.
TIME & LOCATION: 8:00am-5:00pm | Rohr’s Wilderness Tours | 5230 Razorback Rd | Conover CONTACT: Marcia Rohr | 715-547-3639 | www.rwtcanoe.com
MAY 28 - CONOVER SNO-BUDDIES TRAIL FUNDRAISER AT LOG CABIN
Enjoy a Prime Rib Sandwich or Broasted Chicken with sides. 50/50 raffles, food, fun and more. TIME & LOCATION: 3:00pm-6:00pm | Greenhill’s Log Cabin| 226 US-45 | Conover CONTACT: Conover Sno-Buddies | www.conoversnobuddies.com
JUNE 18 - TAKE A KID FISHING SPONSORED BY THE CONOVER LIONS
Celebrate with Dad or someone special with a day fishing and try to catch “Marvin”. Poles and bait provided, along with food, beverages and prizes.
TIME & LOCATION: 12:00pm-3:00pm | Conover Recreation Center | 4697 Park Cir | Conover CONTACT: Conover Lions Club | 715-477-0575 | www.conoverlions.com
JUNE 24 - CALLIE ROHR MEMORIAL CANOE/KAYAK RACE- “THE CALLIE”
8, 14 and 1 ½ mile races for both canoe and kayak. Registration 7:30 am. Pig roast with auction starts at 5 pm, live music and fun. All net proceeds benefit pediatric brain cancer research.
TIME & LOCATION: 7:30am-10:00pm | Rohr’s Wilderness Tours | 5230 Razorback Rd | Conover CONTACT: Marcia Rohr | 715-547-3639 | www.rwtcanoe.com
JUNE 25 - TASTE OF CONOVER
Sample delicious specialty foods from our area businesses. Great food and live music. Fun for the whole family!
TIME & LOCATION: 11:00am-3:00pm | Conover
Town Park | 4697 Park Cir | Conover CONTACT: Conover Chamber of Commerce | 715-479-4928 | www.conover.org
JULY 2 - CONOVER FIRE & RESCUE PANCAKE BREAKFAST
See event posting to the right.
JULY 4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE, PICNIC IN THE PARK, & WATER SKI SHOW
See event posting to the right.
JULY 15 - CONOVER SNO-BUDDIES BRAT FRY AND BAKE SALE
Bake Sale starts at 8 am and Brats are ready at 10 am.
TIME & LOCATION: 8:00am-2:00pm | Jensen-Akins Hardware | 156 US-45 | Conover CONTACT: Conover Sno-Buddies | www.conoversnobuddies.com
JULY 29 - RIDE WITH LEINIE
Join Dick Leinenkugel for a 40-mile road ride, 20.4 mile or 10.4 mile trail ride on the Conover -Phelps Trail. Door prizes and raffle drawings and more!
TIME & LOCATION: 8:00am-3:00pm | Conover Town Park |4697 Park Cir | Conover CONTACT: Laura Van Valkenberg | 715-891-8314 | www.ghtrails.org/events/
AUGUST 6 - CONOVER SNO-BUDDIES TRAIL FUNDRAISER AT LANNY’S FIRESIDE
Join us for 50/50 raffles, food, fun, and more. TIME & LOCATION: 11:00am-3:00pm |
Lanny’s Fireside | 5315 US-45 | Conover CONTACT: Conover Sno-Buddies | www.conoversnobuddies.com
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AUGUST 26 - TARA’S 2ND ANNUAL MINI PUTT PUTT EVENT
9 local businesses partake in creating a fun, unique putting green for people to come enjoy in competition with teams of up to 4. Finish at Burnt Bridge for the raffles and drawings.
TIME & LOCATION: 12:00pm-6:00pm | Burnt Bridge Tavern | 5920 Cty Hwy K-West | Conover
CONTACT: Tara Rosploch | 715-892-7564 | Watch FaceBook for further information
AUGUST 27 - NORTHWOODS THROWDOWN DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT
2 rounds of 18 hole disc golf tournament. Registration opens at 8am, players meeting 9am. Lunch is included. Trophy only tournament-all net proceeds benefit pediatric brain cancer research.
TIME & LOCATION: 8:00am-5:00pm | Rohr’s Wilderness Tours | 5230 Razorback Rd | Conover
CONTACT: Marcia Rohr | 715-547-3639 | www.rwtcanoe.com
SEPTEMBER 3 - CONOVER SNO-BUDDIES
ANNUAL BRATS & BEER FUNDRAISER
Enjoy fresh grilled brats and cold beer, what better way to wrap up the summer. Basket raffles, 50/50 drawings and more.
TIME & LOCATION: 12:00pm-4:00pm | Burnt Bridge Tavern | 5920 Cty Hwy K-West | Conover
CONTACT: Conover Sno-Buddies | www.conoversnobuddies.com
OCTOBER 31 - HALLOWEEN PARTY
The party will include pumpkin decorating, games, prizes, and treats. Food and beverages will be available. Children 12 years old and under will participate in the costume parade during the event and receive a prize.
TIME & LOCATION: 5:00pm-8:00pm | Conover Comm. Center | 4665 Hwy K East | Conover
CONTACT: Conover Lions Club | 715-477-0575
JULY 2
All you can eat pancakes and sausage with beverages. Door prizes and 50/50 raffles. Proceeds benefit Conover Fire & Rescue.
DECEMBER 3 - SANTA COMES TO CONOVER
Santa Comes to Conover to see the good little boys and girls at the Lions Christmas Party. Conover Sno-Buddies will deliver Santa on their special sleigh!
TIME & LOCATION: 2:00pm-4:00pm | Conover Comm. Center | 4665 Hwy K East | Conover CONTACT: Conover Lions Club | 715-477-0575
DECEMBER 23 - CONOVER SNO-BUDDIES POKER RUN STARTS
Sno-Buddies start the 5th Annual Poker Run. Get your game card at local area businesses. Ride the incredible trails and collect your stamps. Draw party will be in March, 2024. Date to be determined. LOCATION: Conover and surrounding area businesses.
CONTACT: Conover Sno-Buddies | www.conoversnobuddies.com
DECEMBER 30 - TOWN OF CONOVER WINTER FEST
Winter fun under the lights. Hot dogs, chips and hot cocoa will be served. Enjoy a night at the park making s’mores and staying warm by the bonfire.
TIME & LOCATION: 4:00pm-7:00pm |
Conover Town Park | 4697 Park Circle | Conover CONTACT: Amanda Martinson | 715-617-9500
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JULY 4
Come enjoy the parade and then head to the Conover Town Park for the picnic. Enjoy food, refreshments, music, kid games, and a dunk tank. End your day with a festive Chain Skimmers Water Ski Show. Fun for the whole family.
PARADE
TIME & LOCATION: 1:00pm Town Road | Conover
CONTACT: Conover Chamber of Commerce
715-479-4928 | www.conover.org
PICNIC
TIME & LOCATION: 1:00pm–4:00pm Conover Town Park | 4697 Park Circle
CONTACT: Conover Lions Club | 715-477-0575
WATER SKI SHOW
TIME & LOCATION: 7:00pm Lake Pleasant | 5280 Hwy 45 North | Conover
CONTACT: Chain Skimmers
Water Ski Team 708-205-9180
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& LOCATION: 8:00am–1:00pm
Community Center | 4665 Hwy K East | Conover
Conover Fire & Rescue | 715-477-2036
FEATURED EVENTS
A Flurry of Winter Fun Planned for the Northwoods Blizzard Blast
Held the Saturday of Presidents’ Day weekend each February at the Conover Town Park, the annual Northwoods BLIZZARD BLAST features activities for winter enthusiasts of all ages. The outdoor event is sure to entertain both participants and spectators alike.
Children will revel in the Dogsled Dash event as well as face painting and pony rides. Chilly Charlie’s Children’s Carnival features winter themed games for children. Prizes are awarded for games such as Snowman Pong, Ring Toss, Chilly Charlie’s Challenge, Find my Buttons, and more. Children will also enjoy Snow Art Fun, using nature’s own materials to create art in the snow. The popular sledding hill will be open for kids to enjoy all day.
Giant Ski Races will challenge a group of four to ski together and stay in sync and upright while strapped to a pair of 18 foot long custom made skis. Recliner Races, Ice Bowling and Slap Shot Hockey events along with open skating will be held on the ice rink in the center of the park. The baseball diamond will host the Firefighter Challenge Competitions. Demonstration and instruction in snowshoeing and archery will be held throughout the day.
For a more serene activity, climb aboard a Horse Drawn Sleigh Ride. Rides will depart the park every 15 minutes and travel through scenic forest lands. Cross-country ski enthusiasts may check out the Pioneer Creek Recreation Trail. Trails are groomed for both classic and skate ski enthusiasts.
Activities on the park grounds kick off at 10:00am and end at 4:00pm. There is no admission fee to the park. All events are free for spectators to enjoy. Single event tickets will be available for purchase for those who want to get in on the action. Proceeds raised at the event go to area Fire & EMS departments. For more information, please call 715-547-8120 or visit Northwoods Blizzard Blast on Facebook.
The Northwoods Blizzard Blast Artisan Bazaar is held the same day from 9:00am until 4:00pm in the Conover Community Center adjacent to the park. Hand crafted winter wear, seasonal crafts and nature inspired jewelry will be showcased. Try tasty samplings of artisan breads, dips, cheeses and candy and take home your favorites. Wildlife art and hand carved wooden creations will also be featured.
Sandwiches, s’mores, snacks, and refreshments are available all day. Warming bonfires and heated restrooms are located throughout the park.
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Taste of Conover
For more than 15 years, residents and visitors alike come to sample some of the greatest foods the Northwoods has to offer at the Annual ‘Taste of Conover’. The event will be held on Sunday, June 25th at the Conover Town Park, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Area Conover Chamber of Commerce members will offer a taste of some of their popular specialty items. Sample food items from breakfast, lunch, dinner and of course, desserts.
Admission to the Taste of Conover is free. Tickets for food and beverages are available at the Recreation Center entrance in $1.00 increments. Sample portions from many area restaurants, taverns, and businesses. Try them all or just a few.
Community service groups and trail clubs will be on hand to provide information about their upcoming events, recreational opportunities, fundraisers and more. Visit them to help plan all your summer fun in Conover and the surrounding area.
There will be music for your listening enjoyment and fun for the kids. The Conover Chamber of Commerce wants to remind you that while we love animals, pets are not allowed in the park during events per Town of Conover ordinance.
The Conover Chamber of Commerce will host this event at the Conover Recreation Center, 4697 Park Circle, east of Hwy 45 on Hwy K in Conover. For more information contact the Conover Chamber of Commerce by email at conover.org@gmail. com, calling 715-479-4928 or visit their website at conover. org.
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Chain Skimmers Water Ski Shows
Watch skilled water skiers perform awesome tricks, jumps, flips, and other amazing stunts.
TIME: Shows every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Lake Pleasant | 5280 Hwy 45 North| Conover
CONTACT: Chain Skimmers Water Ski Team | 708-205-9180 chainskimmers107@gmail.com
Special Memorial Day Weekend Show: May 27th @ 5:00pm
First Show of the Season: June 10th @ 7:00pm
No Water Ski Shows: July 20th, July 22nd or July 29th Chain Skimmers compete at State Water Ski Show Competition
Special Junior Club Show: July 30th @ noon
Special Labor Day Weekend Show: September 2nd @5:00pm
EAT STAY PLAY
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Conover.org 9 AREA TRAILS Trail Name Length in Miles Fee Pets Allowed Biking Wildlife Equestrian Hiking Hunting Paddling Skiing Snowshoeing Disabled Access Trail Pass Required Parking Available Restroom Shelter Area/ Picnic Area Conover Sno-Buddies Trails 60+ Trail Pass • • • S P Conover-Phelps Trail 10.2 None • M PS • • • S P Decker Lake Trail 4.5 None • • • • • Deep Lake Trails 6 None • • • • • • P Eagle River-Land O' Lakes Bike Route 22 None • PS • • S P Heart Lake Trail 4.9 None • • • • • Landover ATV Club Trails Various Trail Pass • • • S P Langley Lake Trails 15.7 None • • • • • Muskrat Creek Trail 6 None • • • • • Pioneer Creek Cross Country Ski Trail Various None • • • G • • S P Pioneer Creek Trail 7.35 None • • • • • • • S P Ski Hill Trails 5.1 None • • • • • • The Tamaracks OHM Trails 22 Permit Required • • • • S P The Tamaracks OHM Snowshoe Trails 1.5, 2.5, 7 & 8.5 None • • • • S P Torch Lake Trails 5.35 None • • • • • • • P White Squaw Lake Trail 7.4 None • • • • • WI River Centennial Trail - Trip 1 25 None • • • • S P WI River Centennial Trail - Trip 2 23 None • • • • P M - Mountain Biking PS - Paved Surface G - Groomed S - Shelter Area P - Picnic Area Download the Vilas County Map It App! www.vilaswi.com/trails/ trail
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Conover is the center of the Landover ATV/ UTV Club 250+ mile network of routes and trails. This network of routes and trails travel through 7 communities in eastern Vilas County. The network of trails include 30 plus miles of Wisconsin DNR funded trails over a variety of terrain that travel through beautiful forests and pass scenic lakes and rivers. Trails open in May (date determined by weather and ground conditions) thru October 31st. The remaining trails include both paved and dirt roads that are open year round and will get you to most businesses and sponsors as well as lakes for ice fishing.
For further information please contact:
Telephone: 715-891-1205
Website: www.landoveratv.com
Email:
OFF-HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLE
The Tamaracks Off Highway Motorcycle (OHM) Single Track Trail System main trailhead is located at 5019 Tamarack Road in Conover, Wisconsin. This trail system offers three different riding challenges. The Green Loop offers the beginner 8.5 miles of family friendly riding. The Blue Loop steps it up to an intermediate riding experience of 6.5 miles. The Black Loop offers the not so faint of heart 7.2 miles of tight, slow, and very challenging riding. Bark Busters are recommended!
To ride this two-way single-track trail system all that is needed is a Wisconsin DNR OHM Trail Permit. This permit can be purchased at your local DNR office or online at https://gowild.wi.gov/.
This trail system is open strictly for both limited use and plated motorcycles from early May to October 31st. The main trailhead now has a loading ramp, open air pavilion, vaulted toilet, and expanded parking area for cars, trucks, and trailers. The Tamarack Springs Campground is located adjacent to the trailhead and reservations for this primitive campground can be made online.
For further trail information download Vilas County’s Map It App or find the Landover Dual Sporters Club information on Facebook.
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CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING & SNOWSHOEING
Few sights fill the heart with peace like the beauty of the Northwood’s forests in winter. Whether it’s the sun sparkling off the blanket of white snow, the sharp tingle of a breath of icy air or the silence broken occasionally by the harsh call of blue jays, something magical happens. Our area trails are the place to find it.
Area Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing Trails
• Pioneer Creek Cross-Country Ski Trail
• The Tamaracks OHM Snowshoe Trails
SNOWMOBILING
Conover Sno-Buddies welcome you to discover the exhilaration of the sport of snowmobiling. There are over 60 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in Conover that link up to a network of over 500 miles of trails in Vilas County. Anyone can easily travel north into the Upper Peninsula of Michigan or head south to watch the World Championship Snowmobile Derby. Numerous bars and grills and fine dining restaurants in Conover provide a short break from riding to enjoy your favorite food or beverage. Many of our lodging facilities offer snowmobiling right from their front door! We invite everyone to join us for what is nationally recognized as some of the finest snowmobiling in the Midwest. Awarded AWSC Snowmobile Friendly Community in 2022.
For further trail information contact:
Conover Sno-Buddies
Website: www.conoversnobuddies.com
Inquiries: conoversnobuddies@gmail.com
Trail Conditions: snowtracks.com/wisconsin/conover
Find them on Facebook
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EQUESTRIAN
Area Equestrian Trails
• Pioneer Creek Trail
• Ski Hill Trails
• Torch Lake Trails
Among the woods and waters surrounding Conover are Vilas County Horse Trails. Landover Saddle Club helps maintain this network of riding lanes connected to the River Road Equestrian Campground. The campground showcases a toilet building, a hand pump well, room for portable pens, high lines, mowed open areas for camping and a graveled day use parking area. Trailer parking and hitching post for unloading is also available at Conover Town Park, 4697 Park Circle, Conover.
Join us for year-round fun in 2023!
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Dec. 24 to Mar. 4-All season Poker Run
Jan 14-Trailside Roast
Int. of trails 8 & 6 near Blong Rd.
Jan. 28-Chili & Soup Cook-off
Wild Turkey Smokehouse
Mar. 4-Poker Run Wrap Party
Twin Lake Pub
Mar. 17-Corned Beef Dinner
Club 45
May 28-Trail Fundraiser
Log Cabin
Jul. 15-Brat Fry & Bake Sale
Jensen-Akins Hardware & Appliance
Aug. 6-Trail Fundraiser
Lanny’s Fireside
Sep. 3-Brats & Beer
Burnt Bridge Tavern & Restaurant
Covering nearly 20 miles in three marked loops, each equestrian route is linked by connector trails. It’s a classic Northwoods landscape featuring gently rolling terrain and mixed hardwoods dotted with pine trees. The marked loops have wide grassy surfaces and are non-motorized. Most of the connector trails are located on an old railroad grade, remnant of the historic era that is respectfully shared with motorized recreational vehicles. Plan your equestrian adventure today!
For further trail information contact:
Landover Saddle Club
Telephone: 715-891-2524
Email: landoversaddleclub@gmail.com
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HUNTING
Hunters can utilize thousands of acres of public forest land in Conover year round. Popular hunting seasons include bear, deer, duck, grouse and turkey. Whether you are searching for that trophy buck or looking to bag your limit on grouse, Conover is a hunter’s paradise!
Area Hunting Trails
• Decker Lake Trail
• Deep Lake Trails
• Heart Lake Trail
• Langley Lake Trail
• Muskrat Creek Trail
• Pioneer Creek
Cross-Country Ski Trail
• Pioneer Creek Trail
• Ski Hill Trails
• Torch Lake Trails
• The Tamaracks OHM Trails
• White Squaw Lake Trail
Vilas County
Shooting Range
Location: Located in Conover, 4 miles south of County Road K East at 4668 Shooting Range Road
HIKING & BIKING
Visitors are in awe of the stunning natural beauty of Conover. We welcome you to hike or bike through our bountiful forests and around our peaceful waters. Discover the true serenity of the Northwoods here in Conover.
Area Hiking Trails
• Conover-Phelps Trail
• Decker Lake Trail
• Deep Lake Trails
• Heart Lake Trail
• Langley Lake Trails
• Muskrat Creek Trail
• Pioneer Creek Cross Country Ski Trail
• Pioneer Creek Trail
• Ski Hill Trails
• Torch Lake Trails
• White Squaw Lake Trail
Area Biking Trails
• Conover-Phelps Trail
• Eagle River-Land O’ Lakes Bike Route
For more information on the Conover-Phelps Trail please contact:
Friends of the Trail
Neal & Cheryl Adams
Telephone: 715-891-3123
Email: aadamsall@aol.com
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WILDLIFE
Whether touring a lake or hiking a local scenic trail you are sure to have an opportunity to view birds and wildlife in Conover. Abundant bird species can be found throughout the Conover area such as pileated woodpeckers, loons, barred owls, great blue herons, eagle and osprey to name a few. Capture the photo of a lifetime while exploring our majestic forests. Frequent sightings of deer, fox, porcupines and raccoons as well as occasional sightings of bear and moose bring visitors from the entire Midwest.
Area Wildlife Trails
• Decker Lake Trail
• Deep Lake Trails
• Heart Lake Trail
• Langley Lake Trails
• Muskrat Creek Trail
• Pioneer Creek Cross-Country Ski Trail
• Pioneer Creek Trail
• Ski Hill Trails
• Torch Lake Trails
• White Squaw Lake Trail
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PADDLING
Enjoy the relaxing glide of a canoe or kayak on any local lake or take a day trip down the Wisconsin River. The peace and tranquility of Conover’s heavily wooded waterways allow relaxation for the quiet sport enthusiast.
Wisconsin River Carry-In Access Points in Conover
• Rummels Road
• Hegemann Road & County Highway K West
• River Road
• Heart Lake Road
Upper Buckatabon Springs State Natural Area
This natural area features a complex of at least five undeveloped soft-water springs and spring ponds that drain into the upper reaches of the Wisconsin River.
From the intersection of US Highway 45 and County K West go 4.7
Wisconsin River Centennial Trail-Trip 1
Map Link: https://www.vilaswi.com/wi-river-centennial-trail-trip-1/
Length: 25 miles
Time: 11.5 hours
This first trip from the dam on Lac Vieux Desert to the River Road Landing in Conover runs the gamut from narrow but passable (be prepared for beaver dams and deadfalls) through twists and turns (may need to walk through a stretch of low hazard rapids) to broad floodplain with occasional oxbows and moderately fast current. There are some portages (by the dam, across the road, and some beaver dams). There are also several landings suitable for take-out or put-in. There are also two campsites (one night only) along the route at Rummels Road and the Buckatabon Creek.
Wisconsin River Centennial Trail-Trip 2
Map link: https://www.vilaswi.com/wi-river-centennial-trail-trip-2/
Length: 23 miles
Time: 9 hours
This trip segment from the Riv er Road Landing in Conover to the beginning of the Rainbow Flow age crosses the broad floodplains through Watersmeet Lake (slow cur rent with boat traffic) to the Otter Rapids Dam area. From the dam to Hwy O, the tailwater area is fast with many boulders. The river chan nel narrows through the wooded uplands and marshy lowlands to the beginning of the Rainbow Flowage. Winds can make crossing the flowage difficult. There are portages by the dams along with several landings suitable for take-out or put-in. No camping is allowed on the reservoir shoreline.
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FISHING & BOATING
Enjoy
Lake Associations
BUCKATABON
Conover
Area Fishing Streams
LITTLE TAMARACK FLOWAGE BAKER SPRING LAKE DISTRICT littletamaracklakedistrict@gmail.com
NORTH SOUTH TWIN LAKES RIPARIAN ASSO CIATION 630-217-2102 northandsouthtwinlakeswi@gmail.com nstlra.com
PIONEER LAKE ASSOCIATION tjtaylor1@hughes.net www.pioneerlakeassociation.com
STORMY LAKE ASSOCIATION 262-880-2142 | dlbenson12@yahoo.com
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a relaxing afternoon cruising along our many shores in the pontoon boat with the family. If you are an angler, the fishing opportunities are endless here in Conover, from catching panfish with the kids, to landing a trophy musky, or fishing one of our many trout streams. By boat or paddle or with your fishing pole, Conover has what you are looking for. Lake Name (Acres) Pan Fishing Pier Musky Pan Fish Largemouth Bass Smallmouth Bass Northern Pike Walleye Trout Baker Lake (37 acres) • • • Buckatabon, Lower (378 acres) • • • • • • Buckatabon, Upper (493 acres) • • • • • • Clair Lake (51 acres) • • Deep Lake (10 acres) • • • Hunter Lake (175 acres) • • • • Lake of the Hills (61 acres) • • • • Little Tamarack Flowage (236 acres) • • • • • McLeod Lake (54 acres) • • Pioneer Lake (429 acres) www.pioneerlakeassociation.com • • • • • Stormy Lake (523 acres) • • • • • Tellefson Lake (19 acres) • • Twin, North (2871 acres) • • • • • Twin, South (628 acres) • • • • •
Buckatabon Creek Buckatabon Springs Buckatabon Springs Pond Haymeadow Creek • Muskrat Creek • Pioneer Creek
Portage Creek
Tamarack Creek
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LAKES ASSOCIATION, INC. 815-751-8257 | buckatabonlakes2@gmail.com
HUNTER LAKE ASSOCIATION c.hunterlake@gmail.com chunterlake.wixsite.com/lakeassociation
BEACHES & PARKS
Hunter Lake Park & Beach
This park is located on the southeast shore of Hunter Lake at 5710 Hunter Landing Road. The swim area is accessed via the sandy beach. There is no lifeguard on duty. The park contains 2 fire rings with attached grates and 6 picnic tables. There are informal horseshoe pits and a swing set in the play area, and an unimproved boat launch, providing boating and fishing opportunities. The bathroom is located near the parking lot. Not dog friendly.
Trails close to Hunter Lake Park & Swim Area
• Eagle River-Land O’ Lakes Bike Route
• Deep Lake Trails
Torch Lake Park & Beach
The park is located on the southeast shore of Torch Lake at 5105 Torch Lake Road. The swim area is accessed via the sandy beach. There is no lifeguard on duty. The park contains a fire ring with attached grate, 3 cooking grills, and 10 picnic tables. There is a horseshoe pit and swing set in the play area. There is no formal boat landing, but there is plenty of room to carry a kayak or canoe to the water’s edge for boating and fishing opportunities. The bathroom is located near the parking lot. Torch Lake Campground & RV Park is adjacent. Not dog friendly.
Trails close to Torch Lake Park & Swim Area
• Torch Lake Trails
Conover Town Park
The park is located at 4697 Park Circle. Playground equipment, basketball court, pickleball court, soccer fields, baseball backstop, sledding hill, hockey, ice skating, pavilions and picnic shelter, and heated restrooms. Park and ride area available.
Trails that start in the Conover Town Park
• Conover-Phelps Trail
• Pioneer Creek Cross-Country Ski Trail
• Pioneer Creek Trail
• Conover Sno-Buddies Snowmobile Trails
• Landover UTV/ATV Trails
• Vilas County Horse Trails.
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Area Vilas County Campgrounds
TAMARACK
TORCH
RIVER
BUCKATABON
CAMPING & CAMPGROUNDS
RUMMELS
Area Privately Owned
BORDERLINE RV PARK
6074 US Hwy. 45 | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540
Tel: 715-547-6169
Website: www.borderlinervpark.com
E-Mail: borderlinerv@gmail.com
BUCKATABON LODGE & LIGHTHOUSE PUB
5630 Rush Rd. | Conover, WI 54519
Tel: 715-479-4660
Website: www.buckatabon.com
E-mail: buckatabonlakelodge@gmail.com
GATEWAY LODGE, RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
4103 County Hwy. B | Land O’ Lakes, WI 54540
Tel: 715-547-3321 | Tel: 800-848-8058
Website: www.gateway-lodge.com
E-mail: gateway@gateway-lodge.com
LAND O’ LAKES NATURE RV RESORT
5922 Razorback Rd. | Land O’ Lakes, WI 54540
Tel: 715-547-4700
Website: www.NatureRVResort.com
E-mail: Info@NatureRVResort.com
For further Vilas County Campground information please contact:
Vilas County Parks and Recreation Department
Phone: 715-479-5160
Website: www.vilascountywi.gov
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SPRINGS CAMPGROUND 5025 Tamarack Rd, Conover
LAKE CAMPGROUND & RV PARK 5130 Torch Lake Rd, Conover
ROAD EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND 5056 River Rd, Conover
CREEK CAMPGROUND Junction of Buckatabon Creek & Wisconsin River
ROAD CAMPGROUND East bank of Wisconsin River south of Rummels Road
Bauer’s Dam Resort
3597 E. Buckatabon Rd. | Conover, WI 54519
715-479-4510
kevin@bauersdam.com
bauersdam.com
Buckatabon Lodge & Lighthouse Pub
5630 Rush Rd. | Conover, WI 54519
715-479-4660
buckatabonlakelodge@gmail.com
buckatabon.com
See ad on page 31
Buckshot’s Saloon & Eatery
2230 US-45 | Eagle River, WI 54521
715-479-7468
Downtown Bar & Deli
207 E. Wall St. | Eagle River, WI 54521
715-337-2209
buckshotseagleriver@gmail.com
See ad on page 31
Burnt Bridge Tavern
5920 W County Hwy K | Conover, WI 54519
715-479-8530
burntbridgetavern@gmail.com
burntbridgetavern.com
See ad on page 30
Chef Rene’s at the Inn
5260 WI-70 | Eagle River, WI 54521
715-479-2000
Cheffy88ra@gmail.com
chefreneseagleriver.com
Club 45 Bar & Grill
4800 Old 45 Road | Conover, WI 54519
715-547-3571
club45conover@yahoo.com
club45barandgrill.com
Dublin Sports Bar & Grill
4394 Twin Overlook | Conover, WI 54519
715-545-2002
dublinsportbar@yahoo.com
dublinsportsbarandgrill.com
Gateway Lodge 4103 Cty. Hwy. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540
715-547-3321
gateway@gateway-lodge.com
gateway-lodge.com
See ad on page 30
Great Escape Bar & Grill
2510 Hwy. 17 | Phelps, WI 54554 715-545-2585
greatescapephelps@gmail.com
greatescapephelps.com
See ad on page 28
Greenhill’s Log Cabin 226 US-45 | Conover, WI 54519
715-479-2787
beth_greenhill@yahoo.com logcabinconover.com
Lake of the Torches Resort Casino 510 Old Abe Rd. | Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538 715-588-7070
lakeofthetorches.com
Lanny’s Fireside 5315 Hwy. 45 North | Conover, WI 54519 715-547-8120
lannysfireside@outlook.com
See ad on page 26
Maple View Resort
3360 McPeak Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-4600
info@mapleviewresort.com mapleviewresort.com
Sunrise Lodge
5894 West Shore Rd. | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3684
sunlodge@newnorth.net
sunriselodge.com
Sweetwater Spirits & Resort
2010 US Hwy. 45 N. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-4872
khartman.8668@gmail.com
Find us on Facebook
See ad on page 25
The Alley Lanes & Tavern
4191 Cty. Rd. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3620
thealleylanes@outlook.com thealleylanes.com
The Boathouse Grill & Creamery 554 US-45 | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-477-2628
boathouse554@gmail.com
boathousegrills.com
See ad on page 25
The Sawbuck 4270 County Rd. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-6100
thesawbucklando@gmail.com
thesawbucklando.com
Toad in the Hole
BUSINESS DIRECTORY EAT
121 S Railroad St. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-337-2252
toadinthehole121@yahoo.com
Find us on Facebook
See ad on page 24
Twin Lake Pub
3894 Twin Lake Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-6224
twinlakepub@gmail.com
Find us on Facebook
See ad on page 27
Wild Turkey 306 US 45 | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-9453
blaze@witpros.com
Find us on Facebook
STAY
Bauer’s Dam Resort
3597 E. Buckatabon Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-4510
kevin@bauersdam.com bauersdam.com
Bel-Air Motel
4163 Hwy. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3343 bob.cheri59@yahoo.com belair-motel.com
See ad on page 27
Best Western Derby Inn
1800 US Hwy 45 N | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-1600
derbyinn@derbyinn.com bestwestern.com
Borderline RV Park 6078 US Hwy 45 | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-6169
borderlinerv@gmail.com borderlinervpark.com
Buckatabon Lodge & Lighthouse Pub 5630 Rush Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-4660
buckatabonlakelodge@gmail.com
buckatabon.com
See ad on page 31
Gateway Lodge 4103 Cty. Hwy. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3321
gateway@gateway-lodge.com gateway-lodge.com
See ad on page 30
Great Escape Bar & Grill 2510 Hwy. 17 | Phelps, WI 54554 715-545-2585
greatescapephelps@gmail.com
greatescapephelps.com
See ad on page 28
Jefferson’s Landing Resort 3698 Jefferson Landing Rd | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-7066
jeffersonslanding@gmail.com
jeffersonslanding.com
See ad on page 28
Krull’s Deer Path Resort 5915 Jacoby Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-9620
deerpath@newnorth.net
deerpathresort.com
See ad on page 26
Lake of the Torches Resort Casino 510 Old Abe Rd. | Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538 715-588-7070
lakeofthetorches.com
Land O’ Lakes Nature RV Resort 5922 Razorback Rd. | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-4700
info@naturervresort.com
naturervresort.com
See ad on page 26
Maple View Resort 3360 McPeak Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-4600
info@mapleviewresort.com
mapleviewresort.com
Sandy Shores Resort 5575 Spruce Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-9848
sandyshoresconover@gmail.com
See ad on page 24
Sunrise Lodge 5894 West Shore Rd. | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3684
sunlodge@newnorth.net
sunriselodge.com
PLAY Camps
Camp Ramah 3390 Ramah Cir. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-4400
stopal@ramahwisconsin.com ramahwisconsin.com
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Family Fun
Copper Peak
N13870 Copper Peak Rd. | Ironwood, MI 49938
906-932-3500
info@copperpeak.com copperpeak.net
Eagle River Historical Society
1181 US-45 | Eagle River, WI 54521
715-337-0811
eagleriverhistoricalsociety@gmail.com eagleriverhistory.org
Headwaters Council for the Performing Arts
339 W. Pine St. | Eagle River, WI 54521
715-479-7995 norma888@frontier.com HCPApresents.com
LOLA Arts 4262 Cty. Rd. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3950
lolaartswi.com@gmail.com
lolaartswi.com
See ad on page 24
Northwoods Children’s Museum
346 W. Division St. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-4623
info@northwoodschildrensmuseum.com northwoodschildrensmuseum.com
Snowmobile Hall of Fame
1246 Sled World Blvd. St. Germain, WI 54558
715-542-4463
info@snowmobilehalloffame.com snowmobilehalloffame.com
Trees For Tomorrow
519 E. Sheridan St. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-6456
tft.info@treesfortomorrow.com treesfortomorrow.com
See ad on page 25
Fishing Guide
Colin Crawford’s Guide Service
Guiding NE Vilas & surrounding area waters 715-891-2715
crawfordfishing@gmail.com
crawfordfishing.com
Recreation Clubs
Chain Skimmers
5280 US-45 | Conover, WI 54519
708-205-9180
chainskimmers107@gmail.com
chainskimmers107.wixsite.com
See ad on page 8
Conover Sno-Buddies
PO Box 22 | Conover, WI 54519
conoversnobuddies@gmail.com conoversnobuddies.com
See ad on page 13
Great Headwaters Trails Foundation, Inc
PO Box 609 | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-617-0080
ghtrails@gmail.com ghtrails.org
See ad on page 15
Landover ATV/UTV Club, Inc. 348 US Hwy 45 North | Conover, WI 54519 715-891-1205
landoveratv@outlook.com landoveratv.com
Landover Dual Sporter’s Club 5019 Tamarack Rd | Conover, WI 54519 715-891-1742
Landover Saddle Club PO Box 116 | Conover, WI 54521 715-891-2524
landoversaddleclub@gmail.com
See ad on page 13
Sporting Goods/ Recreation Equipment
Boat Sport Marine, Inc.
3624 Hwy. 70 East | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-8000 boatsport@gmail.com boatsport.com
Land O’Lakes Recreation Co. 1702 US Hwy 45 N. | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3530
mgr@lolrec.com lolrec.com
Northern Waters Angling & Archery 160 US Hwy. 45 | Conover, WI 54519 715-477-2224
northernwatersconover@gmail.com northernwatersconover.com
See ad on page 29
The Fisherman’s Outpost 636 US Hwy 45 | Conover, WI 54519 715-544-FISH(3474)
eric@thefishermansoutpost.com thefishermansoutpost.com
Watersmeet Trout Hatchery
25640 Old US Hwy 2 E
Watersmeet, MI 49969 906-358-4331
dgiannola@aol.com watersmeettrouthatchery.com
BUSINESS & SERVICES
Automotive
Cloverland Service Center 2245 Merkel Ave. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-6230
cloverland.george@gmail.com cloverlandservicecenterwi.com
Interstate Battery 3309 US Highway 45 | Conover, WI 54519 715-477-1222
ib4533@fvbattery.com interstatebatteries.com
Dental
Schindelholz Dental 4453 Highway B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3541
painlessinlol@yahoo.com painlesspetedentist.com
Farm & Produce
Conover Gardens
4844 Torch Lake Rd | Conover, WI 54519 715-891-2475
Conovergardensllc@gmail.com
See ad on page 30
White Birch Grove Farm
4480 Church Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-891-2048
kaiserhund@gmail.com
See ad on page 24
Financial Services / Insurance
Headwaters State Bank 4175 Cty. Hwy. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3383
8319 Main St | Presque Isle, WI 54557 715-686-2200
customerservice@headwatersstatebank.com headwatersstatebank.com
incrediblebank
141 S. Willow St. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-477-6206
info@incrediblebank.com incrediblebank.com
Klinner Insurance
908 W Pine St | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-8808
nweight@klinnerinsurance.com klinnerinsurance.com
Nicolet National Bank
325 W. Pine St.(temporary location) 400 E. Wall St. (opening mid summer 2023) Eagle River, WI 54521 715-477-3800
voice@nicoletbank.com
nicoletbank.com
See ad on page 28
Select One Mortgage 4259 County Rd B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-891-0419
dalek@selectonemortgage.com
selectonemortgage.com/dkleffman
Steffens Insurance Group, Inc. 417 N. Milwaukee St. | Waterford, WI 53185 262-534-2727
tammyk@v3financial.com
steffensinsurance.com
Gas & Convenience Store
Energy Mart 4127 US 45 | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-6092
kristavanbree@aol.com
Home Services/ Building ContractorsSupplies/
ABC Pest Control 1807 Riverfarm Ln. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-547-3098
abcpestcontrolwi@gmail.com
abcpestcontrolwi.com
See ad on page 29
Boone’s Building Supply 3800 Shangri La Rd. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-4679
bryan@boonesbuildingsupply.com
boonesbuildingsupply.com
Creative Kitchen and Bath Studio 1215 E. Wall Street | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-0059
sarah@creativekitchenandbathstudio.com
creativekitchenandbathstudio.com
Dietz’s Unlimited Improvements, LLC 4246 Sugar Shack Ln. | Conover, WI 54519 715-891-7644
d.dietzjr23@gmail.com
See ad on page 29
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Eager Beaver Tree & Stump
4531 US Hwy 45 | Conover, WI 54519
715-479-3435
eagerbeavertreeandstump.com
Eagle Floor Covering
1160 Twilite Ln. | Eagle River, WI 54521
715-479-4480
inbox@eaglefloorcovering.com
eaglefloorcovering.com
See ad on page 29
Eagle River Cabinets Inc
5234 Hwy 70 West | Eagle River, WI 54521
715-479-7479
info@ercabs.com
eaglerivercabinets.com
See ad on page 29
Eagle Septic
1195 US Hwy 45 | Eagle River, WI 54521
715-479-4974
info@eagle-septic.com
eagle-septic.com
Excel Cleaning & Restoration
Serving Vilas & Oneida County areas
715-479-8732
xlcleaning@gmail.com
xlcleaningpros.com
Frasier’s Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
310 N. Brown St. | Rhinelander, WI 54501 888-450-9889
contact@frasiers.com
frasiers.com
Headwaters Services, LLC
5897 US Hwy 45 | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540
715-547-3733
info@headwatersservices.com
headwatersservices.com
See ad on page 28
J & Z Overhead Doors
3875 Hwy. 45 N | Conover, WI 54519 715-617-0695
jtciran@gmail.com
jandzoverheaddoors.com
See ad on page 28
Johnson Sand & Gravel 3572 McPeak Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-8280
King Quarry, LLC
870 Adams Road | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-6389
info@kingquarry.com kingquarry.com
See ad on Back Cover
L & C Heating & Cooling
4651 Old 26 Farms | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-2539
mnpeaphon@gmail.com
lc-hvac.com
See ad on page 27
Leafhopper Tree Care & Removal, LLC 4930 US Hwy 45 N | Conover, WI 54519 715-891-6324
dwbrusty@yahoo.com
Mike’s Septic Service 2031 Croker Road | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-3315
mikeseptic@yahoo.com
mikessepticservice.com
See ad on page 26
North Twin Builders, LLC 2345 Strong Rd. | Phelps, WI 54554 715-545-2510
build@northtwinbuilders.com northtwinbuilders.com
See ad on page 26
Northern Glass, Tile & Stone LLC 721 E. Wall St. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-9900
norglasstileandstone@gmail.com norglassco.com
Northfield Cabinet Shop 4780 Old 45 Road | Conover, WI 54519 715-547-6262
northfieldcabinetshop.com
Northwoods Surveying
Serving Vilas, Oneida & Forest Counties 715-479-6244
northwoodssurveying@gmail.com
See ad on page 26
Pitlik & Wick 8075 County D | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-7488 pitlikandwick.com
Republic Services 701 Recycling Way | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-477-0077
jcrown@republicservices.com republicservices.com
Stop’s Heating & Cooling, LLC 6356 US Hwy. 45 | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3665
dispatch@stopsphc.com stopsphc.com
See ad on page 24
Marketing/ Advertising/ Promotions
5 Star Marketing & Distribution 409 South Park Dr. | Tomahawk, WI 54487 715-453-4511
info@5starupnorth.com 5starupnorth.com
Pharmacy
Land O’Lakes Hometown Pharmacy 4348 Cty. Hwy. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3788
landolakes@hometownpharmacywi.com hometownpharmacyrx.com
Real Estate
Century 21 Burkett & AssociatesCliff Kolinsky 4153 Hwy. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3400
cliff@burkettrealty.com
burkettrealty.com
See ad on page 29
Century 21 Burkett & AssociatesGary VanWormer
4153 Cty Rd B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-3400
gary@burkettrealty.com
burkettrealty.com
Eliason Realty of the North 302 W Pine St. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-4431
info@eliasonrealty.com eliasonrealty.com
Redman Realty Group 310 West Pine St | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-337-2600
sally@redmanrealtygroup.com redmanrealtygroup.com
See ad on page 27
Service Organizations
Feed Our Rural Kids, Inc. (FORK) 715-272-1246
info@feedourruralkids.org feedourruralkids.org
Humane Society of Vilas County 2477 US Hwy 45 N | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-9777
vilashumane@yahoo.com vilascountypets.org
Shopping
Jensen-Akins Hardware & Appliance 156 US Hwy. 45| Conover, WI 54519 715-479-8427
info@jensenakins.com jensenakins.com
See ad on page 28
The Hiker Box 117 E. Wall St. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-337-2161
jessica@thehikerbox.com thehikerbox.com
The Sawbuck 4270 County Rd. B| Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-6100
thesawbucklando@gmail.com thesawbucklando.com
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TOWN INFO
POPULATION: 1329
AVERAGE SUMMER TEMPERATURE:
High of 76.3˚F / Low of 51.3˚F
AVERAGE WINTER TEMPERATURE:
High of 24˚F/ Low of 7˚F
AVERAGE ANNUAL RAINFALL: 23.11”
AVERAGE ANNUAL SNOWFALL: 86”
TOWN OF CONOVER AREA:
87.2 square miles approx 55,808 acres
WATER AREA: Nearly 6,000 acres of lakes
FOREST AREA: 24,600 acres of County Forest
CONOVER LAKES
Baker, Blueberry, Buckatabon Creek, Chamberlain, Clair, Deep, Deer, Denton, Heart, Hunter, Lake Donahue, Lake of the Hills, Lake Pleasant, Lawler, Lower Buckatabon, Marshall, McLeod, Mud, Myrtle, North Twin, Nudist, Pine Island, Pioneer, Reiter, Soleit, South Twin, Spring, Stormy, Tellefson, Torch, Upper Buckatabon, Williams & Wolf.
VILAS COUNTY SHERIFF
911
(Non- Emergency) 715-479-4441 330 Court Street | Eagle River, WI 54521
FIRE DEPARTMENT
911 (Non-Emergency) 715-477-2036
CONOVER FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT
4661 Cty. Rd. K East | Conover, WI 54519 conoverfirechief2022@gmail.com
ASPIRUS EAGLE RIVER HOSPITAL
201 E Hospital Rd | Eagle River, WI 54521
715-479-7411
POISON CONTROL
800-222-1222
DIGGERS HOTLINE
811 or 800-242-8511
CONOVER TOWN CENTER/ TOWN CLERK
715-479-8688
P.O. Box 115
4665 Cty. Rd. K East | Conover, WI 54519
M-Th 9am-2pm
CONOVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
715-479-4928
P.O. Box 32
4665 Cty. Rd. K East | Conover, WI 54519
POST OFFICE
715-477-1354
4665 County Road K East
M-F 8:45am-12:45pm, 2pm-4pm
Sat. 9-11am
CONOVER TOWN DUMP County Road K East
Labor Day - Apr. 30
Wednesday 1-5pm
Sunday 8am-1pm
May 1-Labor Day
Fri and Sun. 8am-1pm
Wed. 1-5pm
TOWN HISTORY
VILAS COUNTY LANDFILL
715-479-2938
7001 Co Rd G | Eagle River, WI 54521
SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
CONOVER LIONS CLUB info@conoverlions.com conoverlions.com
THE COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER 1575 Hwy 51 North | Arbor Vitae, WI 54568 800-280-4102 cbc@communityblood.org communityblood.org
SOCIAL SECURITY ADVOCATES OF WI, LLC 521E E Wall St./Office 4 | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-337-2478 teresa@socialsecurityadvocates.net socialsecurityadvocates.net
THE COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER 4406 W Spencer St | Appleton, WI 54914 800-280-4102 cbc@communityblood.org communityblood.org
SCHOOLS
NORTHLAND PINES SCHOOL DISTRICT 1800 Pleasure Island Rd. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-6487 aheid@npsd.k12.wi.us npsd.k12.wi.us
LIBRARIES
ELEANOR ELLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY 4495 Town Hall Rd. | Phelps, WI 54554 715-545-2887 director@phelps.wislib.org phelpspubliclibrary.org
LAND O’LAKES PUBLIC LIBRARY 4242 Cty. Rd. B | Land O’Lakes, WI 54540 715-547-6006 director@lol.wislib.org landolakeslibrary.org
WALTER E. OLSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY 203 N. Main St. | Eagle River, WI 54521 715-479-8070 olsonlibrary@gmail.com olsonlibrary.org
CHURCHES CONOVER EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 3725 US Hwy. 45 | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-4327 info@conoverefc.com conoverefc.com
GOD’S GATHERING PLACE 720 Hwy 45 | Conover, WI 54519 715-254-4680 godsgatheringplace.net
PIONEER LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH 3675 Church Rd. | Conover, WI 54519 715-479-4966 pllc@frontier.com pioneerlakelc.org
The man for whom our town is named is Seth H. Conover, who came from Plymouth, Wisconsin, and was a prominent cheese buyer. Conover’s hobbies were fishing and hunting. He came to the Northwoods on the logging trains that the timber industry used to get wood to the mills of Central and Southern Wisconsin.
Seth Conover became quite friendly with some of the officials of the CNW Railroad and went on hunting and fishing trips with them. He was familiar with our area and felt that the location of present Conover was as close as possible to Big Twin Lake where he enjoyed fishing.
After stopping at the same place for several years, the railroad men began referring to it as Conover’s Place and decided to build a station there. In time it was formally designated Conover on the railroad maps.
In 1891, seventy-three acres of land were deeded to Seth Conover on Big Twin Lake and later became Lakota Resort. Guests to the resort were met at the rail station in Conover by a team and wagon for transport. Tourists came from the city and stayed for the season.
On January 3, 1907, the town of Conover was formally set aside from the town of Eagle River. Conover is truly a wonderful place to visit because of its natural beauty and rich past. Visit our town’s website: www.townofconover.com and read the entire story of our past.
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STAY
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Appetizers
Make it a Basket – Add Fries or Totts or Potato Salad
Sauces: Blue Cheese, BBQ, Marinara, Ranch, Honey Mustard
Nacho Cheese, Beer Cheese
Basket of Fries – Fresh-Cut Fries
Homemade Pork Rinds (BBQ, Cheddar, Plain)
Chicken Tenders (4pcs) – Country-Breaded Chicken Breast.
Chicen Wings (6pcs) – Naked, Served with sauce on the side - BBQ, Mild or Hot
Onion Rings – Beer-Battered Onion Rings
Breaded Mushrooms – Deep-Fried Mushroom
Frog Legs – Three Sets of Fried Seasoned Frog Legs
Smelt – Lightly Breaded Deep-Fried Smelt
Cheese Curds – Fried Wisconsin White Cheddar Curds
Duck Strips – Breaded Duck Strips served with
Sweet-Chili Sauce
Big-Ass Pretzel – 24oz Belgium Pretzel with Nacho Cheese, Beer-Cheese, & Honey Mustard
Homemade Soups & Fresh Salads
Burgers, Sandwiches & Wraps
All sandwiches are served with Fries, Tator Totts or Potato Salad
Add Ons: Cheese – American, Cheddar, Swiss, Blue or Pepper Jack Veggies – Jalapeños, Grilled Onions, Mushrooms Applewood Bacon
Upgrade to Pretzel Bun
Dressings – Blue Cheese, French, Italian, Oil/ Vinegar, Ranch, Thousand-Island, Poppy Seed (House)
House Salad – Spring Greens, Onion, Sunflower Seeds, Craisins, Feta Cheese
Cesar Salad – Crisp Lettuce, Parmesan, Croutons mixed in Cesar Dressing
Side Salad – Lettuce, Tomato, Cheddar Small/Large
Soups and Chili Cup/Bowl
Homemade Pizzas 12” and 16”
Classic Cheese – Red Sauce & Mozzarella Cheese
BBQ Chicken – BBQ Sauce, Diced Chicken, Mozzarella Cheese
Deluxe – Red Sauce, Sausage, Mushroom, Onion, Black Olive, Green Pepper and Pepperoni
Ad On Veggies – Black/Green Olive, Mushroom, Onion, Garlic, Pepperoncini, Green Pepper, Pineapple, Jalapeño, Spinach, Tomato
Ad On Meat: Chicken, Bacon, Canadian Bacon, Pepperoni, Sausage
10’ Gluten Free Crust Available
Menu subject to change
Classic Burger*– Charbroiled Burger served with Lettuce, Tomato & Onion on Brioche
1/4 lb. 1/2 lb. Black Bean Burger
Wisconsin Burger* – Chuck Patty, Brat Patty, Cheddar & Swiss Cheese on Brioche
Patty Melt* – Chuck Patty, Swiss, American topped with Fried Onion on Rye Bread
Grilled Cheese – American, Cheddar, on Texas Toast Veggies Add On: Onion, Tomato, Jalapenos
Meat Add On: Ham, Bacon, Pulled Pork
Rueben Sandwich – Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, Swiss, Thousand-Island on Rye Bread
Chicken Sandwich – Grilled or Crispy Chicken, Lettuce, Tomato & Onion served on a Pretzel Bun
Pulled Pork – Seasoned Pulled-Pork with Coleslaw on Brioche
BLT – Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato on Texas Toast
Perch Sandwich – Perch Fillets with Lettuce, America Cheese & Tartar on Ciabatta
Cuban Sandwich – Pulled Pork, Ham, Pickles with Swiss Cheese & Mustard on Ciabatta
Brisket & Slaw – Smoked Brisket, Sweet-Pepper Slaw on Ciabatta
Chicken Caesar Wrap – Seasoned Chicken, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Parmesan, Cesar Dressing
Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap – Seasoned Chicken, Bacon, Ranch, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion
Buffalo Chicken Wrap – Seasoned Chicken, Buffalo Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion
Specials
Thursday & Saturday Bear Paw – Deep-Fried Calzone
Sauce and Cheese - up to 3 pizza toppings
Friday Fish Fry (3 pm–9 pm) – Coleslaw, Rye Bread, Fries/ Tots/Potato Pancake
Haddock – 3-Piece Fried or Baked (Lemon Pepper)
Perch – 1/2 Pound Fried
Walleye –2-Piece Fried or Baked
Sunday Chicken Dinner – 4-Piece Chicken with Potato Wedges & Coleslaw
* Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of foodborne illness
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