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chetek Visitor’s Guide 2015

the premiere vacation guide to the chetek chain of lakes and surrounding communities Chetek Resort Owners Association 1-800-224-3835 • 715-924-4440 • www.chetek.net chetek area chamber of commerce 1-800-317-1720 • 715-924-3200 • www.chetekwi.net

Advertiser Index

index Affordable Ravenswood Resort ................7 Animal Hospital of Chetek .................... 35 Auto Value Parts Store ........................ 37 Automated Building Components ............ 44 B and B Bar & Grill ............................. 15 Bargain Bills ..................................... 17 Barron Electric Cooperative .................. 32 Beautiful Shorewood Resort ....................4 Blackjack Towing ............................... 37 Bob’s Grill ....................................... 16 Caddy Shack .................................... 14 Cameron House ................................ 16 Chetek Alert, The .............................. 40 Chetek Area Museum .......................... 18 Chetek Bakery .................................. 16 Chetek Chiropractic Health Clinic ........... 35 Chetek Family Laundry ........................ 18 Chetek Lanes Event Center & Pizzeria ..... 41 Chetek Veterinary Clinic ...................... 35 Chieftain Sands ................................. 19 Coldwell Banker ................................ 33 Community Bank of Cameron ................ 32 Corner Deli, The . .............................. 16 Crimson Hue Resort .............................4 Dairy Queen . ................................... 16 Dairyland Insurance Agency .................. 33 Donan’s Amish Furniture ...................... 17 Duane’s Body & Custom........................ 37 Eagle View RV Campground .................. 10 Echo Bay Resort ..................................4 Edward Jones ................................... 32 First National Bank of Chetek ................ 32 Floods Island ......................................6 Gator Garb ........................................8 Grandview Lodge Resort ...................... 10 Great Northern Sands ......................... 19 Gilligans . .............................. back cover Gordy’s County Market ........................ 40 Great Outdoors, The........................... 17 Heritage Credit Union ......................... 32 Hortons True Value Hardware . .............. 18 Hydroflites Ski Show Team .................... 39 Indianhead Insurance Agency ................ 33 IntegriCare Assisted Living Facilities ........ 35 J.A.S. Floral & Gifts ........................... 18 Keg N Kork ...................................... 29 Kingfisher Resort .................................7 Kwik Trip ........................................ 29 Lakeshore Resort . ...............................8 Lakeview Resort . ................................2 Lakeview Medical Center ..................... 34 Lake Country Marina .......................... 29 Lakeland Cooperative ......................... 29 Lampert Lumber ............................... 18

Lazy Acres Resort ................................8 Lehman’s Supper Club ......................... 15 Link Ford RV..................................... 28 Log Cottage, The .................................6 Mamma’s Cottage .............................. 10 Mary’s Cafe & Pub ............................. 16 Mayo Clinic Health System .................... 34 Midwest Dental ................................. 35 Millers Cheese House .......................... 18 Morningside Resorts .............................8 Norske Nook .................................... 14 Northern Exposure Resort & Campground ...9 Northern Industrial Sands . ................... 19 Northland Resort .................................7 Oak Grove Resort ................................3 Outers Resort .....................................5 Pine Crest Golf Course ........................ 44 Pine Park Resort .................................8 Pioneer Village Museum . ..................... 41 Pokegama Creek Campground ............... 10 Pokegama Inn ................................... 15 R Bar ............................................. 15 RPM Sales & Service ........................... 28 Rainbow’s End Resort ...........................7 Red Cedar Electric ............................. 37 Red’s Eating & Drinking Est. . ................ 14 Rice Lake Speedway ........................... 41 Rice Lake Tourism . ............................ 36 Rod and Gun Sport Shop ...................... 28 Sather Family Dental .......................... 35 Shady Grove Resort ..............................5 Silver Birch Inn & Cottages .....................8 Sioux Creek Golf Course ...................... 44 Six Lakes Realty ................................ 33 Six Lakes Resort ..................................9 Skippers ...........................................6 Snug Harbor Resort ..............................7 St. Croix Casino . ............................... 44 Stardust Twin Drive-In Theatre .............. 41 Sterling Bank .................................... 32 Sticks ‘n Stones ................................. 17 Stout Construction ............................. 37 Summer Haven Resort ...........................6 Sunrise Resort ....................................6 Sunset View Golf Course ...................... 44 Superior Silica Sands . ......................... 19 Surplus Outlet .................................. 28 Sweetwater Sanitation ........................ 37 Todd’s Redi Mix ................................. 37 Two Acres Supper Club ........................ 16 Valkyrie Brewing Company ................... 41 Watersmeet Resort ..............................7 Wildwood Resort .................................8 Wolf’s Den ....................................... 10

Table of contents Advertisers Index ........................................................ inside front cover Resort Owners Association Officers & Contact Information .......................... 1 Chamber of Commerce Events & Festivals .............................................11 Chamber of Commerce Members ................................................... 12, 13 Chamber of Commerce Officers ..........................................................13 Big Six Chain of Lakes ......................................................................20 Resort Owner’s Association Contact Information Grid . ......................... 21, 24 Chetek Lake Resorts/Fishing Map ................................................... 22, 23 Calhoun Memorial Library .................................................................25 Chetek Municipal Airport ..................................................................25 Parks ..........................................................................................25 Chetek Area Museum .......................................................................26 Chetek History ..............................................................................26 Chippewa Morraine Ice Age Trails ........................................................27 Chetek Lakes Protection Association ....................................................30 Walleyes for Chetek ........................................................................30 Game Fish of the Northwoods ............................................................31 Outdoor Recreation & Trails ..............................................................38 Hydroflite Ski Show Team Season Schedule ............................................39 Churches .....................................................................................39 Community Contacts .......................................................................39 Chetek Pool Hall ............................................................................41 Calendar of Events ..................................................................... 42, 43 Surrounding Communities .................................................................43 Fish-O-Rama .............................................................. inside back cover

resort owners association Officers & Contact Information

President: Jane Thurston, Oak Grove Resort, 715-859-6216 Vice President: Frank Keller, Shady Grove Resort, 715-924-3141 Treasurer: Julie Stangle, Gilligans, 715-924-3105 Secretary: Natalie Springer, 1-800-224-3835 Directors: Bruce Gagner, Mamma’s Cottage, 715-925-3850 Chris Frisle, Kingfisher Resort, 715-924-4937

Chetek area Chamber of commerce Officers & Contact Information

President: Jennifer Blatz, Farmers Insurance, 715-925-2040 Vice President: Lynn Marty, Chetek Bakery, 715-642-1492 Treasurer: Del Wacker, Sterling Bank, 715-924-4817 Secretary/Director: Julie Stangle, Gilligans, 715-924-3105 Past President: Melissa Krans, Red’s, 715-924-3100 DIRECTORS: Paul Javener, Stardust Twin Drive-In Movie Theatre, 715-642-2370 Kyle Jerman, Edward Jones, 715-924-2076 Julie LeMoine, The Chetek Alert, 715-924-4118 Bruce Gagner, Mamma’s Cottage, 715-642-3166 Bill Shea, Midwest Dental, 715-924-4841 Mary Gustafson, Coldwell Banker, 715-296-6394 Alex Swanson, Sterling Bank, 715-924-4817

cover photo

The photo gracing our cover this year for the 2015 issue of The Chetek Visitors Guide was taken by Shelby Hoeft and submitted by Tom Hoeft.

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Advertiser

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OAK GROVE RESORT Gary and Jane Thurston

P.O. BOX 352 — 1022 Co Rd M, CHETEK, WISCONSIN 54728 — PHONE 1-715-859-6216

oakgroveresort.net

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15 Pontoon Rentals to choose from

16 large, modern, clean cottages in the midst of tall pines 14-foot boat or stall included

(MAY 2–9, 2015) 4 Bedroom - Now only $495 3 Bedroom - NOw only $445 2 bedroom - now only $395 1 bedroom - now only $345 • 1-2-3-4 bedroom cabins Electric Start, Fish Finder, Live Well, • Two blocks from dam AM-FM, CD Player, Canopy, • Four blocks from Corner Bass Seats and Couch downtown • Large dock system with electric and lights • Large fish-cleaning house • Laundry Room • FREE WIRELESS INTERNET • 1 lakeside Jacuzzi suite MAY 2–23 • 1 New lakeside Skylite Suite AUG. 15–Oct. 30 • 2 new garden jacuzzi suites

Across from Red’s Eating & Drinking Establishment

• 12 modern cabins on 4 + acres • All cabins are lakeside or lakeview • Free WiFi • Color cable TV, microwaves, A/C Avl. • Pontoon, boats & motor rentals • Great swimming with floating raft & slide • Playground, volleyball, basketball half court, horse shoes, swingsets, frisbee golf, badminton

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• Clean, furnished 1, 2 & 3-bedroom cabins • Boat, motor & pontoon rentals • 14’ Boat & dock space incl. w/cabin rental • Air conditioning

• Quiet, relaxed atmosphere • Playground • Cable TV • High Speed Internet

*Now taking reservations for our condos in Panama City Beach, Florida*

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OPEN ALL YEAR Island Lodge 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths 2 Fireplaces Spacious Living Area & Kitchen

Snug Harbor Resort is now a

Planned Unit Development District (PUDD)

Mainland Cabins

Each unit sleeps up to 4 adults Fireplace • Large Bathroom Large Dining & Living Area All Cabins Completely Furnished

It will be platted into lots with one cabin per lot. These lots are individually for sale. Until a cabin is sold it will be rented out.

Satellite • WiFi • DVD • Pontoon Rental Available • Central Air/Heat 641 26-1/2 Street • Chetek, WI 54728 | PHONE 715-552-1710

On Prairie Lake — Judy & Larry Stafsholt

715-924-2425 | 1950 HWY Blv. North, Chetek, WI 54728

www.floodsisland.com

ljstafsholt1@gmail.com • www.Snug-Harbor-Resort.com

Northland Resort • Family Friendly • Immaculately Clean Cabins • Pets Welcome for Small Fee • WiFi, Cable and AC • Beautiful Sun Deck

Lakeside • Hot Tub Suite • Fireplace Suite • 3 Bedroom Cabin

715-924-3181

www.NorthlandResort.com James & Theresa Toborg

w w w . gilligansche tek . com

785 26th Street., Chetek, WI 54728 • 715-924-3214

Summer Haven Resort

The Log Cottage Tranquility • Privacy • Relaxation Mary Knutson | Chetek, WI

715-237-2553 www.thelogcottage.com 6

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• Very clean, modern, housekeeping cabins, with deck • Completely furnished except for towels • Decks have gas grill and picnic tables • Color TVs furnished • Air conditioning available • 14' Aluminum boat with each cabin • Playground - Ice - Bait - Gas - Oil • Well lit, clean, fish cleaning house • Boat, motor, paddleboat and pontoon rentals • Pizza place, golf courses, shopping & bowling nearby • SPRING AND FALL DISCOUNTS

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enswood v a R Resort Boat & Motor • Pontoon • Microwaves • Cable Color TV Bed Linens • Air Conditioned • Quiet & Relaxing On ie Praire Lak

www.chetek.net/ravenswood 951 23-1/2 Street, Chetek WI 54728

715-924-3247

1106 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822

call 715-859-2918 or 715-828-7730 Family resort on Lake Ojaski, one of the Chetek Six Lake Chain,

3-1/2 miles N of Chetek on Cty Rd “M”

Fish • Relax Escape the daily routine on beautiful Lake Chetek

800-576-4492 2626 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728

Watersmeet Resort Come visit us out on The Island along the calm waters of Ten Mile Lake, a place to kick back, relax and enjoy the scenery. We have eight modern fullyequipped cottages with color TV. Our cottages are clean, comfortable and affordable. For further information, please write or call for a free brochure. Hosts Dennis & Sandi Siems

715-924-4674 sandi@watersmeetresort.com www.watersmeetresort.com like us on Facebook

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Kingfisher Resort

Open May–October 715-924-4937 www.kingfisher-resort.com • jckingfisher@centurylink.net

Hosts - Jeff & Chris Frisle

Visit our website at www.rainbowend.com for more information

Erik & Ann-Marie McNabb • Your Hosts Barb & Dave Myers

Call or write for free brochure or reservations E-mail: summerhavenresort@yahoo.com

Supe Viewr

2623 7th Ave. Chetek, WI 54728

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LLC

Explore Northwest Wisconsin

Welcome Home

Seven Ultra-clean 1, 2 & 3-bedroom cabins Seven RV Campsites 14-foot aluminum boat with each cabin TVs • Free WiFi • Air Conditioning • Freezer space Pontoon, Boat, and Motor Rentals Clean fish cleaning house with stainless steel surfaces Use of 9-1/2 ft kayaks, picnic tables & charcoal grills Spring and Fall discounts Cabin #4 and lake are Handicap Accessible Docks with light and electric Friendly Service • Spectacular Sunsets

Located on Ten Mile Lake 642 26-1/2 – 27 Street, New Auburn, WI 54757

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resorts | Camprounds

Lakeshore Resort Spend your get-away in one of four spacious cabins Enjoy fishing, relaxing, boating and pontooning Have a quick drink and a meal in the bar/restaurant

715-859-2916

Resort & Campground

1017 24-1/2 – 25th Street (County Hwy M) • Chetek, WI 54728 www.lakeshorechetek.com • lakeshoreresort@citizens-tel.net

• 1 to 3 bedrooms • Accommodates any size party

Screen House • No Hills to Climb

on “The Island” on Lake Chetek

Freezer Service • Fish House

Year round rentals available at the Inn

Cable & Hookups for your TV Attractive Prices Lois & Marvin Kelm 2622 7-1/4 Ave. Chetek, WI 54728

Winter Contact

715-924-3463

715-568-1774

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and Cottage

Extra Boats & Motors Available

1216 Ivy Street, Bloomer, WI 54724

on Lake Ojaski “The Quiet Lake”

Silver Birch Inn

6 Clean Cottages

Located just 1-1/2 miles from town on Lake Chetek

lkelm27@yahoo.com

Lazy Acres Resort Owners Bill & Tara Blue

Overlooking Moose Ear, Ten Mile and Chetek Lake

• 8 Modern, clean cabins • TV, ceiling fans, microwave, coffee pot, toaster, charcoal grill included with each cabin • 14’ boat or slip comes with cabin rental • Motors and pontoons available for rental

715-924-3165

visit silverbirchinn.com

715-559-1026

1075 Bronstad Beach Rd, Chetek, WI 54822

715-859-2887 800-731-2887

New Cabins • free a/c • cable • Waterfront RV & Tent Sites • Wifi • Game Room ice • bait • Pontoons • Boats • Motors • Playground • Free Freezer Service Paved Boat Launch • Canoe & Paddle Boat Rental • Golf Courses Nearby

Six Lakes Resort & RV Park on Pokegama Lake in Chetek, WI

2679 7-1/2 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728

www.chetek.com/lazyacres • lazyacresresort@hotmail.com

Morningside Resorts

881 25-3/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Phone (715) 924-3154 Web site: www.morningsideresorts.net Email: info@morningsideresorts.net

Open year round! Twin Pines • Morning Sun Sand Beach Lodge pontoons available smoke-free cabins satisfaction guaranteed !

Your hosts, Mike & Becky

Flat ground – no stairs to the lake!

24 Completely remodeled cabins and RV park on beautiful Pokegama Lake

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Spring and Fall Specials! 25% Discount

on weekly rates during the month of May and after August 15

7 Ultra-modern 2, 3 and 4-bedroom cabins All cabins have air conditioning and cable color TV 14’ Alumacraft boat or parking slip with each cabin rental 170 Campsites by the day, week, month or season (RVs only - no tents) 30 & 50 amp hook-up Big Rigs welcome Average RV site 30’ x 60’ Beer bar and game room Swimming area • Playground Bait • LP Gas • Dump station Lakeside boat gas Pets welcome in RV park only New dog exercise area

RENTALS

Alumacraft Boats & 15 HP Motors Deluxe Pontoons Paddle Boat

Steven & Karen Hennig | 2504 8-7/8 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 | Office Hours 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time

Contact 715-924-3680 For Reservations | www.sixlakesresort.com

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motels | campgrounds

GRAND VIEW LODGE, a wonderful place to spend vacation!

two blocks from downtown | 1026 2nd St., Chetek, WI Carpeted Sun-deck Open Fish Cleaning Station Running Water Year WithPermanent Pier Boat Docks ! d Roun BBQ Grill • Firepit

Chamber of Commerce

Festivals & Events For more information and details on these events, contact the Chetek Chamber of Commerce

Local 715-924-3527 Toll Free 855-476-3883

P.O. Box 747, Chetek, Wisconsin 54728 800.317.1720 • 715.924.3200 • www.chetekwi.net

www.grandviewchetek.com

Open Year Round! Enjoy summer fun and winter ice fishing & snowmobiling Cable TV • WiFi • Air Conditioning Refrigerators • Microwaves • Picnic Area with BBQ Grill

Completely Furnished Lakeside Units • Cable TV • AC • Free WiFi Ice • Beverage Machines • Queen-sized Beds • Futons Boat & Pontoon Rental • On-site Laundry

Eagle View RV Camp 715-642-1391 • 715-924-3515

24 Full Hook-up Sites Daily & Seasonal Availability

located on CTH D east of Chetek midway between Chetek & Island Chain of Lakes

www.eagleviewrvcampllc.com

Stay with us in beautiful Chetek! Within walking distance to amenities!

814 Dallas Street, Chetek FOR RSVP CALL

715-925-3850

winter fest

Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015 Snowmobile radar run, snowmobile/ATV/vehicle poker run, ice skating and games for children, music, food and refreshments.

Spring business expo

April 11, 2015 Chetek Area businesses and organizations gather at C-W High School gym to showcase their products and services. Kids activities and bike rodeo are put on by the Chetek Police Department and Chetek Fire Department.

CITY WIDE GARAGE SALES PRESENTED BY THE CHETEK ALERT

June 6 and September 5, 2015 Look for advertisements in The Chetek Alert for more information on the spring and fall time city wide garage sales.

chamber of commerce festivals & events

Chetek

Come join us at Northern Wisconsin’s

Music in the park

June–August (TBD) Live music in the city park by local artists. O

1018 24-1/2—25th Street (hwy. m), Chetek, WI 54728 tphen May 1 rough

• Spacious 30’x70’ seasonal sites • Water hookups • 50-amp service • Located on Ojaski Lake

• Part of Chetek Chain of Lakes • Great fishing location • Close to local attractions

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WATERFRONT SITES & DOCKS STILL AVAILABLE! to reserve your spot:

Contact Kent » 715-579-1693

pokegamacreek.campground@yahoo.com www.pokegamacreekcampground.com www.facebook.com/PokegamaCreekCampground

Liberty fest

Friday, July 3–Sunday, July 5, 2015 Kicking off the Fourth of July holiday weekend with a parade, followed by live bands during the span of the weekend. Beach party, softball tournament, Hydroflites shows and fun for all!

Brew & rib fest

presented by the Chetek Community Club

Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Phillips Park/adjacent to city beach. Beer samples, live music, sample platters served to attendees. Admission includes beer and rib samples.

crazy days

; PROCEEDS ;

from the Chetek Visitors Guide RV Campground, Resort & Tavern

Enjoy parking your camper on the lakefront; no hills or steps to climb; and use our easily accessible boat launch. We have two rental units; many RV & tent sites (seasonal sites available); a video arcade; playground; and excellent fishing! We are located at the north end of Prairie Lake (Go 2 miles east of Cameron on HWY. 8 and watch for signs). 1296 21-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822

715-458-2032 • wolfsdenrv@chibardun.net Chetek visitor’s Guide 2015

are donated to the following organizations:

• Chetek Lake Protection Assoc. • Chetek Firefighters • ATV Cruisers • Chetek Hydroflites Ski Show Team • Walleyes for Chetek • Chetek Food Shelf • Chetek Flag Fund • Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Scholarship Foundation

Friday, July 31 and Saturday, Aug. 1, 2015 Sidewalk and in-store sales throughout the City of Chetek from early morning into the evening hours.

Harvest fest

Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015 Craft show, flea market, farmer’s market, chili cook-off, dessert contest, food, music, money pile, coloring contest, face painting, Boy Scouts’ chicken dinner, A Taste of Chetek (all downtown Chetek) and 5K Mud Run.

Halloween party

Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015 located at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School

Santa’s arrival & Family fun day

Saturday, Dec. 12, 2015 Free sleigh rides, hot chocolate, hotdogs and cookies; and kids’ corner shopping center. Chetek chamber of commerce & chetek resort owners association

chamber of commerce members

members list & contact information

Ohde Health Mart Pharmacy

P.O. Box 127, 628 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3592

Kenny’s Truck & Auto Repair

Outers Resort/Wood Duck Cove

Kiddie Visions

Parker-Hannifin Quick Coupling

Kingfisher Resort

Pine Crest Golf Course

Kwik Trip

Pine Park Resort

Chetek Grooming Depot

Edina Realty

AMVETS Post 25

Chetek Hydroflites Ski Show

Amadeus Academy

Chetek Lakes Protection Association

Evergreen Apartments

Lake Country Marina

Animal Hospital Of Chetek

Chetek Lanes Event Center & Pizzeria

First National Bank

Lake Country Tool & Design

Auto Value - Parts Store

Chetek Lions Club

Floods Island

Lakeland Cooperative

B and B Bar & Grill

Chetek Pool Hall

FritzFit

Lakeview Resort

Gilligans

Lampert Lumber

Global Proppant Supply LLC Gordy’s County Market

221 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-2504

PO Box 133, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4867

P.O. Box 169, Chetek, WI 54728 715-577-9292

P.O. Box 854, Chetek, WI 54728 715-418-3340

P.O. 776, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3183

Edward Jones

1056 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 www.cheteklakespa.org

210 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2151

P.O. Box 24, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4851

P.O. Box 151, Chetek, WI 54728 www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/chetek

519 4th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2271

770 Technology Way, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 877-847-7263

Stardust Twin Drive-In Movie Theatre

995 22nd Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-458-4587

Sterling Bank

P.O. Box 106, 427 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4817

Subway

817 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-7827

2622 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3463

Pioneer Village Museum

Summer Haven Resort

1106 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-2918

P.O. Box 242, CTH W (Museum Road) Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2080

Pokegama Creek Campground

Sunrise Resort

Pokegama Inn

Sunset View Golf

Polka-Dot Power House

Superior Silica Sands

Powers Up Bar & Grill

Sweetwater Sanitation

Lazy Acres Resort

R Bar

TJ’s Timberline Resort

Lehman’s Supper Club

Rainbow’s End Resort

1002 W. Center Street, Chetek, Wi 54728 715-924-3009

P.O. Box 155, Ridgeland, WI 54763 715-924-4835

210 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2151

972 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3212

1018 24-1/2—25th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-579-1693

1011 25 - 25-1/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6311

715-764-1212 www.pokegamainn.com

2398 9th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3265

19 CTR SS, New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-2652

Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-790-5847

Barron County Habitat for Humanity

Chetek Therapy & Fitness

Barron Electric Cooperative

Chetek Veterinary Clinic

Beautiful Shorewood Resort

Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area School District

Blackjack Towing LLC

Chieftain Sands

Grand View Lodge Condos/Resort

Lynda’s Lakeshore/Lakeshore Resort

Red’s Eating & Drinking Establishment

Citizens Connected

Great Northern Sand

Mamma’s Cottage

Rice Lake Tourism

The Hair Loft

Burnham-Ours-Kolstad Family Funeral Home

City of Chetek

H & R Block

Marshfield Clinic

Rive City Auto Sales

The Log Cottage

Caddy Shack

CJ Conner & Friends Art Gallery

Heritage Credit Union

Clear Channel Radio

Herman Advanced Family Eyecare

Canoe Bay Lodge

Coldwell Banker

Horton’s True Value Hardware

Miller’s Cheese House

Sand Beach Lodge

Carpe Diem

Community Bank of Cameron

Hospital Maintenance Consultants

Morningside Resorts

Sather Family Dental

Centurylink

Indianhead Insurance Agency

Mosaic Telecom

Shady Grove Resort

309 N First Street, Cameron, WI 715-458-4226

205 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3960

2542 8-1/4 Ave, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3105

331 27th Street, New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-2256

Calhoun Memorial Library

P.O. Box 25, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3195

220 Stout Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4838

619 Cameron Street, Eau Claire, WI 54703 715-830-4000

PO Box 336, 510 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3660

303 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3692

Creative Concepts Sportswear

P.O. Box 41, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-1298

220 Douglas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4811

Midwest Dental

P.O. Box 866, 121 Lakeview Drive, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3100

The Salon

RPM Sales and Service

Time & Again Antique Mall

214 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3303

606 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4000

Watersmeet Resort

2623 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4674

Wildwood Resort

865 23-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3259

118 Douglas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-4545

529 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-3354

Rod & Gun Sport Shop

887 Morningside Drive, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3154

881 25-3/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3157

The Corner Deli

134 21-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-237-2553

628 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-579-9494

P.O. Box 1035, Chetek, WI 54728 • East of Chetek off HWY D 715-642-2261

2248 Hammond Avenue, Rice Lake, WI 54728 715-234-4144

124 Douglas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-205-9214

P.O. Box 94, 513 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4181

708 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4841

312 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4118

Whimsical Wares

526 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-1020

105 Wisconsin Ave. N, Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-8400

728 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3554

Chain of Lakes Motel

Crimsom Hue Resort

Inn Greener Pastures

Northern Exposure Resort & Campground

Sheet Metal Enterprises

Wisconsin Indian Head Country

Chetek Area Historical Society/Museum

Dairy Queen

IntegriCare

Northland Resort

Sioux Creek Golf Course

WJMC/WAQE/FOX 99 Radio

Chetek ATV Cruisers

Dairyland Agency

J.A.S. Floral

Northwest Coin Machine

Six Lakes Realty

Chetek Bakery

DEL Sportswear

Jiffy Biffy

Northwest Roofing Company

Six Lakes Resort

Eagle View RV Campground

Just Imagine Inc.

Echo Bay Resort

K&L Prop Repair

804 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2415

1002 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3274

P.O. Box 317, 728 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-255-0482

521 Fourth Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-1245

P.O. Box 322, Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-2009

Chetek Chocolates

W16270 CTR D & F, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3515

Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-0188

343 Vine Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 815-236-4076

P.O. Box 184, 102 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4690 • 1-866-591-8344

608 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3443

Chetek Family Laundry

P.O. Box 161, 727 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3694

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2386 9th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3266

316 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3410

Mayo Clinic Health Systems

The Chetek Alert

P.O. Box 507, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-8888

P.O. Box 528, 806 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2000

P.O. Box 85, 1502 Hwy. Blvd. N., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2415

P.O. Box 457, Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2513

124 Douglas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-4030

814 Dallas street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-922-3850

N1189 Potato Lake Road, Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-2238

2626 7-1/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4514

1017 24-1/2 Street (CTH M), Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-2916

P.O. Box 171, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4123

519 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2100

1190 25th Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-6556

2911 S. Main Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-2428

P.O. Box 505, 704 Railroad Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4826

237 S. Main Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-5010

P.O. Box 28, Chetek. WI 54728 715-924-4594

275 CTR SS, New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-3226

Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-0916

844 25-5/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6211

P.O. Box 89, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3121

2679 7-1/2 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3165

1026 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3527

328 W. Main Street, New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-2605

206 Schofield Street, P.O. Box 79, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4101

P.O. Box 187, 617 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4803

P.O. Box 1039 Chetek, WI 54728 877-522-5115

1001 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2226

Bossany’s Barber Shop

831 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2471

P.O. Box 192, 202 Kleve Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3301

216 Lakeview Drive, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4351

672 Railroad Ave, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2500

P.O. Box 4, 101 Banks Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3318

Source Energy Services

404 16-1/2 Street, Dallas, WI 54733 715-837-4653

324 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2020

P.O. Box 1934, Eau Claire, WI 54702 715-831-1647

106 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-651-1154

516 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3603

1627 8th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2014

695 CTH SS, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3227

941 24-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6650

1715 Parker Drive, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4419

P.O. Box 642, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4937

P.O. Box 170, 309 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2057

North of Chetek on CTH M - Watch for signs 715-859-2271

1748 Pinewood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3283

2207 11-1/2 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-458-3160

ABC Truss

Somerset Pub

120 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4894

628 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2886

Accessible by ATV trail

1434 State HWY 25 N, Barron, WI 54812 715-537-3171

Keg N Kork

N2594 Romanowski Lane, Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-2697

Chetek • Barron • Cameron • Rice Lake www.IntegriCareAL.com

224 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-3127

P.O. Box 508, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-6600

1416 Hwy. Blvd., Chetek 715-924-0004

2539 23rd Avenue, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-205-0541

P.O. Box 664, Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-5400

1093 22-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3141

1075 24-1/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-2887

785 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3214

P.O. Box 71, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4499

568 23rd Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3139

919 Martin Road, Bloomer, WI 54724 715-568-4355

P.O. Box 45, 424 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4806

P.O. Box 628, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2970

1859 21st Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-9059

Wojo’s Pub & Grill

W16214 Us Highway 8, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-353-2020

Wolf’s Den RV Campground, Resort & Tavern

2504 8-7/8 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3680

1296 21-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2032

Northwoods Animal Learning & Wellness Center

Skippers Bait & Liquor

Xcel Energy

Oak Grove Resort

Snug Harbor Resort

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P.O. Box 145, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3644

2775 8th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-2421

P.O. Box 352, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6216

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Chetek chamber Of commerce

2542 8-1/2 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3181

1950 Hwy. Blvd. N., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2425

715-232-7401 www.xcelenergy.com

210 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-1400

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bars | restaurants

1190 25th Street, Cameron

OPEN SEVEN D AYS A WEEK @ 11 A.M.

4 miles north of Chetek on CTH M

Your Pub & Grill DRIVE, CHETEK WI Eating & Drinking Est. 121 LAKEVIEW JUST FOUR BLOCKS OFF SECOND STREET

OUR DOCK accommodates up to 20 boats! Join us on The Pier!

Our outdoor bar and dining area is perfect for listening to live music while enjoying one of our signature burgers, appetizers, and a drink! • East on Douglas Street off Second Street • Go 4 blocks • Douglas St. turns into Lakeview Drive

ATM on site

715-924-3100 • www.redschetek.com

Labor day–memorial day • monday–saturday 6 a.m.–8 p.m. • sunday 8 a.m.–8 p.m. summer hours • monday–saturday 6 a.m.–9 p.m. • sunday 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Nationally Acclaimed Award Winning Pies! Delicious Homemade Pizza • Sandwiches Friday Fish Fry • Wednesday Wings

Open Patio for Dining & Drinks

Enjoy Live Music during the Summer!

715-859-6211

Located on Sunset View Golf Course • 2-1/2 miles north of Chetek on County Rd M • 1011 25-1/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Chetek visitor’s Guide 2015

Home of the Original Lefse Wrap

Experience Norske Nook’s famous down-home hospitality! Breakfast Everyday - All day Open Daily • Full Menu • All-you-can-eat Friday Cod Dinner Daily Specials • Take Out • Pies to go!

So good, you’ll want dessert first! osseo downtown 7th st. 1-800-294-6665 rice lake HWY O 715-234-1733

hayward HWY 63 715-634-4928

per m a ne & w eek nt en d ca mps ite s ava il a bl e!

Daily & Nightly Specials -WednesdaysJumbo Wing Basket -ThursdaysShrimp Trio

Winner of 36 Blue Ribbons and counting!

715-859-6556

-FridaysFriday Fish Fry

B and B

Bar & Grill

516 – Second Street, Chetek • 715-924-3603

Serving: salads, burgers, subs, dinners

Homemade sour dough crust pizza – our specialty – daily Specials Tuesdays: All-you-can-eat Pizza Buffet 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Thursdays: Homemade Tacos 10 a.m.–10 p.m.

Salad Bar available

Fridays: Beer-battered Fish Fry

-SaturdaysRibs Specials Steak & Shrimp Prime Rib

dinner or fish sandwich with fries

Kitchen Hours: Monday–Thursday Noon–9 p.m. Friday & Saturday Noon–10 p.m. | Sunday Noon–7 p.m.

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GREAT FOOD • GREAT SERVICE • GREAT TIME

(serving until gone) Delivery hours: Thursday & Sunday 5–9 p.m. Friday & Saturday 5–10 p.m. Happy hour: Monday–Thursday 4–6 p.m.

2911 South Main, Rice Lake, WI 54868

www.lehmanssupperclub.net • lehmanssupperclub@hotmail.com

715-234-2428

Noon Luncheons & Dinners Serving travelers and locals since 1934

East on CTH D • in chetek • 715-764-1212

Relax in our lounge Banquet & meeting facilities

Quality Fine Dining and Old Fashioned Service

open daily 11 a.m. • Closed Mondays

Beautiful Pokegama Lake

nestled on the shore of

open 11 a.m. to close | 7 days a week

to Scan r u o see e! it webs Chetek chamber of commerce & chetek resort owners association

bars | restaurants | bakery

608 Second Streeet • Chetek, WI

Phone 715-924-3443 Owners, Randy and Lynn Marty

Serving the Chetek community for over 75 years!

208 Knapp Street, Chetek

Cafe Open Daily

hours Open

3 p.m.

Open Monday–Friday 7 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m.–3 p.m.

Happy Hour Daily

Cakes for all occasions: Made to order & computerized picture cakes

715-458-4557

Pub Open Friday Fish Fry

Monday–Friday • 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday • 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

5–9 p.m. 3–5 p.m.

715-924-2736

715 -924-3694 727 Dallas stREET, chetek, wi 54728-9120 owned and operated by Barry & Kim Sherwood

Home of the

We bring the cabin to you! Qu$1ee9n Lo9g.9Be5ds 610 West Main Street, Cameron, Wi 54822

LIKE US on Facebook | Visit our website www.sticksnstonesfurniture.com

Handcrafted ,Amish Furniture

ICE CREAM CAKES A/C INDOOR SEATING DRIVE-THRough PICNIC AREA fast, friendly service

Rustic Furniture and Cabin Decor A A Division Division of of Bush Bush and and Gilles Gilles furniture furniture

5:30 a.m.

Daily specials * Donuts * Pastries * Cookies Variety Breads * Lefse & More

Sticks -N- Stones

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Chetek Bakery

Mary’s Cafe & Pub

fo r yo u r h o m e

“A Bit of Yesteryear Atmosphere” Gourmet Sandwiches • Meats • Cheeses Soups • Salads • Organic Oils & Vinegars Hand-dipped Ice Cream • AND MORE!

529 Second Street, Chetek • 715-925-DELI (3354) Open Daily at 11 a.m. (Except during Winter Hours) Mention this ad for a FREE homemade caramel with your purchase!

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129 E. Division Ave. (HWY 8) Barron, WIsconsin 54812

715-537-5775

open Tuesday–Saturday 10 – 6

Two-Acres Supper Club 21858 CTH SS, Bloomer • 715-568-1699 www.twoacressupperclub.com

Pork Steak Kraut & Dumplings

Open 4–9 p.m.

Call for Summer/Winter Hours

715-458-2389

open daily at 5 a.m. Breakfast & Lunch Served Daily

Dinner Specials

Mon: Steak & Lobster Tues: Chicken Fried Steak Wed: Jumbo Wings Thur & Sat: Prime Rib Fri: Fish Fry Sun: Chef’s Choice

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106 Arlington Avenue, Cameron, WI www.cameron-house.biz

Dining hours

Mon–Thur unitl 9 p.m. Fri & Sat 10 p.m. Sun 9 p.m.

Everything from A to Z!

Quality brands for less! Monday–Saturday 8 am.–6 p.m. • Sunday 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

www.bargainbillsinc.com

hwys 48 & 53 • Rice Lake • 715-234-3505 Chetek chamber of commerce & chetek resort owners association

retail

Best Little Cheese House in Wisconsin 1 Mile North on Hwy. 48 East, Rice Lake, WI

800-677-4144 • 715-234-4144

we make homemade fudge • many varieties of cheese & meats souvenirs • t-shirts • sweatshirts • handicrafts & much more!

millerscheesehouse.com

Chetek Family Laundry 14 high-efficiency Double-load Washers!

Open daily 6 a.m.–10 p.m.

2 MEGA Load (60#) Washers 2 MEGA Dryers • 15 Dryers 3 Triple-load Washers 4 NEW Top Load Washers

619 Dallas Street, Chetek (near DQ)

www.chetekfamilylaundry.com | info@chetekfamilylaundry.com

715-925-3127

frac sand companies

Miller’s Cheese House, Inc.

FL OR A L • GARDEN • GIFTS

formerly treefrog’s floral

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FL OR A L • GARDEN • GIFTS 224 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728

hours: Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | saturday 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Horton’s FL OR A L • GARDEN • GIFTS Start Right, Start Here.

. .. JAS

303 DALLAS STREET • CHETEK, WI PHONE (715) 924-3692

STORE HOURS: 7:00-5:30 MONDAY-SATURDAY; 8-4 SUNDAY F

LO RAL • GARDEN • GIFTS DUANE & BETTY HORTON, OWNERS

Superior People, Products & Service

Proud to Support Our Communities

Chetek Area Museum

Chetek Area Historical Society 728 Second Street, P.O. Box 317, Chetek, WI 54728 715-255-0482 | chetekmuseum@gmail.com

Open Memorial Day–Labor Day Tuesday–Saturday 1–4:30 p.m.

Northern Industrial Sands is setting a new standard for safety and environmental responsibility.

Check our website for spring & fall hours

www.chetekmuseum.org

Please call for group tours!

Coming this summer... June 6: Hosta & White Elephant Sale at the museum parking lot

August 9: Wooden Boat Show/Fly-In at the chetek airport

Monthly Board/Volunteer Meetings Every Fourth Tuesday • 7 p.m. at chetek area museum

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Proud to support the local communities

Taking care of our neighbors, our employees and the environment are our top priorities. We are dedicated to making Western Wisconsin the perfect place to visit, live and work.

Visit us at

www.northern-sands.com

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Fish populations in these lakes include Northern Pike, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegills, Black Crappies, Pumpkinseeds, Perch, Bullheads, Rock Bass and White Suckers.

MOOSE EAR LAKE

On the lower part of Moose Ear Creek, this lake has 33.6 surface acres with a maximum depth of just 6 feet, and has a warm water fish population. An intermittent stream from Couderay Lake and a spring feeder from a pond also supply water to the stream. A 150 acre wetland adjoining the stream near Moose Ear Lake provides habitat for muskrats and nesting puddle ducks.

CHETEK LAKE

With a maximum depth of 22 feet, Chetek Lake has a total of 683 surface acres. It is a recreational lake and is surrounded on most of its area by permanent residences, summer homes, resorts, and the City of Chetek. The city operates a public swimming beach during the summer months and a large public boat landing is located near the city Airport on Lakeview Drive. Lake Chetek is also the site of the Hydroflites Water Ski Team’s shows held throughout the summer from their property located adjacent to the boat landing on Lakeview Drive.

TEN MILE LAKE This lake at the southern most point of the Chain has a depth of

10 feet and 393 surface acres. This lake is also a soft water drainage impoundment in the Chetek Lake Chain. Muskrats, nesting mallards and wood ducks use the 27 acres of lake edge wetlands.

OJASKI LAKE Located in the Town of Chetek, Ojaski Lake (also known locally as

Mud Lake) covers 567.1 surface acres and has a maximum depth of 15 feet. Pokegama Creek, which flows into Ojaski Lake from the north, provides a spawning area for northern and walleye. Located in a farming area, the lake is surrounded by upland hardwoods. white pine and cultivated farmland. About three acres of marsh wetlands on the northeast shore provide habitat for muskrats, nesting mallards, teal and wood ducks.

POKEGAMA LAKE

With 494 surface acres and a maximum depth of 19 feet, Pokegama Lake is a very popular fishing lake. A soft water drainage lake in the Chetek Chain between Ojaski Lake and Lake Chetek, the immediate lakeshore vegetation is pine and hardwood with the exception of several marsh-edged bays. These marshes provide habitat for muskrats and puddle ducks. Keep your eyes peeled when cruising along the shorelines as deer and other wildlife come down to get a drink of water. Another sight becoming more common each year are Bald Eagles soaring above the lakes, catching fish to feed themselves and their young.

PRAIRIE LAKE With a maximum depth of 16 feet, Prairie Lake is the largest lake in

the Chetek Lake Chain with 1,545 surface acres. A soft water drainage lake, the lake level is maintained by the water control structure on Lake Chetek, and the fish species consist of all those named previously. The lakeshore is predominantly upland hardwoods and pine, and three acres of marsh edge along the lake provide habitat for muskrats, nesting puddle ducks and mergansers. Coot and Canada geese also use the lake during spring and fall migratory periods. The haunting call of the loon can be heard also during the early and late migration times. It is in these waters that the famous floating islands originated, moving from time to time to different locations. The lake runs from the north side of Chetek northward, almost to Cameron and Highway 8. While much of the shoreline is developed with residential homes, cabins and resorts, there is still a large portion of the lake that remains wild, offering natural settings for fishing along the banks of the lake.

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216 Lakeview Drive, Chetek, WI 54728 Rick & Jan Purintun • 715-642-0871 | 715-924-4351 shorewood@charter.net

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951 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3247 www.ravenswoodresort.com

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Did you know that these six lakes — Chetek, Prairie, Pokegama, Moose Ear, Ten Mile and Ojaski — cover 3,800 surface acres with the smallest, Moose Ear Lake, covering 33.6 surface acres? Lake Chetek, which appears to be the largest, covers just 683 surface acres, while Prairie Lake has 1,545 surface acres. Lake Chetek is the deepest lake, with a maximum depth of 22 feet.

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3. Buck ‘n Beam’s Campground 1277 20th Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2990 www.bucknbeams.com

4. The Cabin

774 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Paul Newman • 715-642-1654 www.thecabinchetek.com

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5. Chetek River Campground

590 24th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Christine Gay & JJ Gebhardt • 715-924-2440 camp@chetekriver.com

6. Crimson Hue Resort

804 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Jack Sandahl • 715-924-4515 crimsonhue@charter.net

7. Eagle View RV Campground

W16270 CTR D & F, Chetek, WI 54728 Jim & Kathy Shultz • 715-924-3515 | 715-642-1391 jmhh@centurytel.net

8. Echo Bay Resort

2386 9th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Rob & Diane Amys • 715-924-3266 | 1-866-924-3266 info@echobaychetek.com

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9. Floods Island

641 26-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Charli • 715-552-1710 contactus@floodsisland.com

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10. Gilligans Get-A-Ways

2542 8-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Bob and Julie Stangle • 715-924-3181 gilliganschetek@gmail.com

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11. Grandview Lodge

1026 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Carl and Jackie Kuester • 715-924-3527 cek105@hotmail.com

12. Kingfisher Resort

642 26-1/2 – 27 Street, New Auburn, WI 54757 Jeff & Chris Frisle • 715-924-4937 jckingfisher@centurylink.net

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13. Lakeshore Resort

1017 24-1/2 – 25th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Lynda Root • 715-859-2916 lakeshoreresort@citizens-tel.net

14. Lakeview Resort

2395 9th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Brock & Michelle Hamilton • 715-924-3265 cheteklakeview@gmail.com

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2679 7-1/2 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Bill & Tara Blue • 715-924-3165 lazyacresresort@hotmail.com

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16. The Log Cottage

134 21-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Mary Knutson • 715-237-2553 | 715-642-1640 (cell) mlknutson@citizens-tel.net

17. Mamma’s Cottage

814 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Bruce & Mary Gagner • 715-925-3850 bandm@chibardun.net

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18. Morningside Resorts & RV 881 25-3/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Mike Chiopek • 715-924-3154 info@morningsideresorts.net

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B–Beer PO–Pool

GO–Guests Only NC–No Charge

F–Full Liquor BE–Beach

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Mickelson’s Rock Reef: 45.20.813/91.40.098

Prairie Lake: 45.20.972/91.40.449 (2002); 45.20.410/91.40.046, 45.20.422/91.40.052, 45.20.432/91.40.057, 45.20.445/91.40.072 (2007); 45.20.813/91.40.098 (2008); N/45.22.784, W/91.42.303 (2010)

Pokegama Lake: 45.20.288/91.37.936, 45.20.205/91.37.720 (2002); 45.20.020/91.37.777 (2003); 45.20.409/91.37.653 (2008)

45.21.476/91.39.062 (2005); 45.21.477/91.39.060 (2006)

Ojaski Lake: 45.21.477/91.39.060, 45.21.467/91.39.061,

45.18.839/91.38.308, 45.18.839/91.38.305, 45.18.834/91.38.331 (2006)

Chetek Lake: 45.18.896/91.37.394 (2001); 45.19.112/91.37.476 (2002);

GPS COORDINATES

Prairie Lake Chetek Lake Ojaski Lake Pokegama Lake Ten Mile Lake Moose Ear Lake

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• Persons 16 years or older need a Wisconsin fishing license to fish in these waters. • Motor trolling is permitted. • Wisconsin law allows a maximum of three hooks, baits or lures per person (1990). • It is unlawful to release unused bait fish (minnows) in our waters. • It is unlawful to use live crayfish (crawdads) as bait.

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20. Northland Resort

785 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 James & Theresa Toborg • 715-924-3214 northlandresort@gmail.com

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22. Outers Resort / Wood Duck Cove 1748 Pinewood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 David Howes • 715-924-3283 outersresort@netscape.net

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1022 CTH M • P.O. Box 352, Chetek, WI 54728 Gary & Jane Thurston • 715-859-6216 | 1-877-625-4768 www.oakgroveresort.net | oakgroveresort@aol.com

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1075 Bronstad Beach Road, Chetek, WI 54822 715-859-2887 | 1-800-731-2887 info@northernexposurevacation.com

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23. Pine Park Resort

2622 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Lois & Marvin Kelm • 715-924-3463 | WINTER 715-568-1774 lkelm27@yahoo.com • CABLE FOR YOUR TV

24. Pokegama Creek Campground 1018 24-1/2—25th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Kent & Courtney Gerl • 715-579-1693 pokegamacreek.campground@yahoo.com

25. R Bar and Campground

1190 25th Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-6556 rbar@citizens-tel.net

26. Rainbow’s End Resort

2626 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Don & Carol DenTandt • 715-924-4514 | 1-800-576-4492 resort@rainbowend.com

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1093 22-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Frank & Diane Keller • 715-924-3141 shadygroveresort@charter.net

28. Silver Birch Inn & Cottage

2608A 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Dennis Knutson • 715-559-1026 | 715-559-5864 dknutson@silverbirchinn.com | www.silverbirchinn.com

29. Six Lakes Resort & RV Park

2504 8-7/8 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Steve and Karen Hennig • 715-924-3680 6lakes@charter.net | www.sixlakesresort.com

30. Snug Harbor Resort

1950 Hwy. Blvd. N., Chetek, WI 54728 Larry & Judy Stafsholt • 715-924-2425 ljstafsholt1@gmail.com

Y CA

1) DNR Park: Fishing dock, picnic tables 2) Lake Access: (Morrison/Second Street) fishing dock 3) Main Street Park: Fountain, benches, covered picnic area 4) Ball Park & Basketball Court: Ball field, concession

stand, bleachers, restrooms, parking, play area, basketball court 5) Chetek Lions Memorial Park: Picnic tables, fishing along the river by the dam 6) Beach: Swimming, volleyball, play area, picnic tables, restrooms, band shelter 7) Phillips Park: Picnic tables and grills, pavilion, play area (jungle gym, swings), parking, horseshoe pits 8) Gotham Pioneer Park: Parking for Phillips Park and beach 9) Airport Park: Picnic tables and grills, pavilion, restrooms, play area (merry-go-round, slide, swings, teeter-totter, sandbox, jungle gym), horseshoe pits, parking 10) Boat Landing: Boat launching, restrooms, picnic table, parking, Hydroflites ski site adjacent to boat landing

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wifi

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34. Wildwood Resort

865C 23-3/4 Street, Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Alan & Mikell Siepierski • 715-924-3259 fun@wildwoodchetek.com

PO GO

S ON

35. Wolf’s Den

1296 21-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 Barb Erickson • 715-458-2032 wolfsdenrv@chibardun.net

36. Wood Duck Cove

1748 Pinewood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 David Howes • 715-924-3283 outersresort@netscape.net

A–Average L–Limited

ON–Overnight CA–Cable

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B–Beer PO–Pool

GO–Guests Only NC–No Charge

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F–Full Liquor BE–Beach

G–Good S–Seasonal

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The seventh annual Airplane Fly-in and Boat Show benefit for Chetek charities is to be held Sunday, Aug. 9, 2015. The charity is put on by Chuck Harrison and John Banks and is attended by many.

FAA information about the Chetek Municipal Airport can be found at www.airnav.com.

calhoun memorial library Toddlers, preschoolers and elementary-age children are welcome to attend the summer library program. Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. All programs are free and no registration is required. Caregivers are expected to remain with children.

33. Watersmeet Resort

2623 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Dennis & Sandy Siems • 715-924-4674 sandi@watersmeetresort.com

Some of the more recent improvements to the public airport include upgrading the fueling system to allow pilots to obtain fuel 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with a major credit card (September 2009); rebuilding the entire runway, as well as a new ramp and turnaround and installing a new runway lighting system. In conjunction with these last three upgrades, which were completed back in 2000-’01, was a new terminal building, built with 100% donated labor (except electrical and plumbing work), as well as mostly donated materials. Members of the airport committee at the time of the construction of the building named the structure the Beuthling Terminal, in honor of the late Irv Beuthling, a longtime Chetek pilot, airport manager and Chetek mayor. Beuthling was also one of three Chetek pilots ( along with Dr. David Pierpont and Dr. Fred Bannister) who collectively purchased 40 acres of additional land near the existing airport and donated it to the city for airport use. A small pictorial history display about the airport can be found on one of the walls in the lobby area of the terminal.

The Friends of the Chetek Library Plant Sale will be Saturday, June 6 from 8 a.m. to noon. Garden crafts will also be available.

32. Sunrise Resort

973 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Steve Eisenhuth • 715-924-3212 www.chetek.com/sunrise

The Chetek Southworth Municipal Airport is located one mile east of downtown Chetek on Lakeview Drive. The land for the airport was originally donated by Fred Southworth, a prominent businessman in Chetek’s earlier days, and was dedicated back in 1939.

Used Book Sale: Friday, June 5 at 9 a.m.–6 p.m. and Saturday, June 6 at 9 a.m.–Noon

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31. Summer Haven Resort

1106 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 Erik & Ann-Marie McNabb • 715-859-2918 | 715-828-7730 summerhavenresort@yahoo.com

Chetek Parks

southworth municipal airport

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The Chetek Area Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Call the library to learn which books will be discussed. The Library has wifi service available 24-hours a day. The signal is available inside and outside the building (within 100 ft). No password is required. Six public access computers are available during business hours. Each computer is connected to the Internet and a printer. Scanner, copy machine and fax services are also available.

9 10 11 12 3 4 3 3 4 1 2 4 1 2 3 3 3 2 6 1 7 12 23 11 42 4 44 5 321 Moore Street, Chetek, WI 715-924-3195 6 7 13 1 142 153 16 6 18 7 5 5 4 17 Open Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. 8 3 9 105 11 56 1267 557 66 77 Tuesday & Thursday 1–6 p.m. 4 512 18 29 10 23 22 1119 10 8 11 12 6 9 20 21 7 Saturday 9 a.m.–Noon | Closed Sundays 10 811 911 11 12 12 9 9 810 8 89 10 121012 11 6 7 5 8 9251026112712 www.calhounmemoriallibrary.org • LIKE US on Facebook 15 16 17 18 13 14 24 15 13 15 14 13 16 14 16 17 18 18 8 9 10 11 12 28 2917 30 Chetek chamber of commerce & chetek resort owners association 31 32 15 13 14 16 15 15 13 13 18 17 18 14 14 16 16 14 2315 16 17 17 21 22 19 2013 18 18 17 1

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chetek

Chetek was first settled in 1863 and platted on Oct. 15, 1875, on land owned by Knapp, Stout & Co. and E. M. Sexton. Chetek was never incorporated as a village but became an incorporated city in 1891. At the time, Chetek was the first and only city in the United States to pass directly from a township system to a full-fledged city. It was also the smallest incorporated city in the United States, having a population then of only 531 people. The origin of the name “Chetek” is mired in controversy. From a variety of sources we are given several explanations as to how the name was derived. One history says the name “Chetek,” which Ojibway Indians called “Sheetak,” means pelican, literally little pelican. This is to distinguish it from Big Chetac located farther north. Another theory says that the name was given by Knapp, Stout & Co. lumbermen for a Chippewa Indian Chief, whose name by various writers was spelled Chetek, Shetek, Shetack, Shetuc, and Chetack, respectively, with the meaning being “between two rivers,” or confluence of rivers. In 1993, a theory presented itself claiming the origin of Chetek comes from the Ojibway word Tchitchag which is part of their high or spiritual language and means soul. The lands now under water due to the higher water levels resulting from the dam were once sacred burial grounds for the native residents. The true origin of the name may forever be a mystery.

chetek area

museum

The Chetek Area Museum, operated by the Chetek Area Historical Society, is a membership-supported, non-profit organization that promotes and interprets the history of the great Chetek area of northwestern Wisconsin. In addition to the collection of artifacts, the museum hosts a variety of events during the year that teach local history. The museum’s display rooms include Native American & Early Settlers; Lumber Industry & Farming; Resorts & Tourism; Local Businesses/Industry & Organizations; Military; and Chetek Heritage & Local Heroes. The museum has a research room with numerous old plat books, high school yearbooks; over 50 volumes of The Chetek Alert newspaper; old community photographs; cemetery records; and numerous other genealogical and historical documents. The gift shop in the museum has Chetek Boat t-shirts, hats and Chetek history books. The museum is located in downtown Chetek, 728 Second Street, and is open Tuesday through Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Memorial Day through Labor Day. Special tours can be arranged by calling 715-255-0482. New Spring and Fall hours can be found on the website. Admission is free. The museum holds its annual Hosta & White Elephant Sale the first Saturday in June and the Chetek & Wooden Boat Show in conjunction with the airplane fly-in at the Chetek Airport on the second Sunday in August. The museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all donations are tax deductible.

www.chetekmuseum.org

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david r. obey ice age interpretive center

chippewa

moraine

Chippewa Moraine has 4,177 acres and is dotted with small glacial kettle lakes. Some of the lakes have a decent fish population; others just provide home for a wide array of frogs, reptiles, turtles and what have you. There are 13 miles of trails in the park, including the Ice Age Trail which is a National Scenic Trail (like the Appalachian Trail). Outside of the park is another 12 miles of trail, extending all the way to Cornell and Brunet Island State Park. The trails are for foot travel only—no motorized vehicles, no horses—just feet. Dogs are welcome! In short hiking distance from a parking lot, a wellestablished Great Blue Heron rookery is visible. Over 60 nests are there, and when in residence, it is very noisy and busy with birds repairing nests, carrying sticks, and going back and forth on fishing trips to feed their young. Hunting opportunities are offered and deer season is busy with hopeful hunters. The center is open Tuesday–Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Inside the visitor center there are glacial displays and cultural and natural history displays. The staff is very handson and encourage children to try one of nine indoor scavenger hunts. Upon successful “quizzing” by a patient naturalist, children can pick a prize for a job well done. They can also hold a snake or a turtle and catch bugs outside with a net to feed the fish and turtles. There are family-based nature movies, films explaining the glacial process and documentary films about early logging and river driving.

ice age interpretive center | ice age trails

history of

Hiking some segment of the trail is always nice, and in winter over 55 pairs of snowshoes, for all ages, are available for use on the property at no charge (although donations are welcomed). The reserve has incredible snowshoeing, partly because of the tranquility that is found there. There are also three outpost, wilderness type, campsites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. A fee of $10 a night includes a fire ring and “outdoor” privy. The great blue herons, frogs and coyotes will sometimes provide an evening chorus for you at no charge! The Chippewa Moraine also abounds in bird and animal life. In the summer, Ruby-throated hummingbirds are there in droves and Red-headed woodpeckers can always be seen on the feeders outside the building. Each season brings a new wave of transient birds to admire and to try to record sightings. Bear, deer, fishers, sand hill cranes, fox, porcupines and raccoon are common to the reserve and sometimes seen by hikers. No admission fee is charged to visit the nature center, although boat landings do require a Wisconsin State Park sticker. Stickers are good at any state park within the calendar year.

for more information,

call 715-967-2800 dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/chipmoraine

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Ridgeland 715-949-1165

Rice Lake 715-234-8191

Chetek 715-924-4833

Sand Creek 715-658-1661

Cameron 715-458-2676

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Machinery

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walleyes for chetek | chetek lakes protection association

The Chetek Lakes Protection Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to protect and enhance the Chetek Chain of Lakes. The CLPA has approximately 460 members who not only recognize the Chetek Chain of Lakes as a natural resource that greatly enhances our quality of life, but also the value the chain of lakes brings to tourism economies and local tax bases. Membership consists of local residents, local businesses, non-residents, lakeshore owners and people from other states who vacation at our resorts that love the lakes. You don’t have to live on the lake to become a supporting member. The CLPA works to protect the natural resource and preserve our privilege to fish, boat, hunt, swim, plus numerous winter sports, and enjoy the scenic beauty of our lakes.

Some of our goals are:

• Preventing invasive species from entering and establishing themselves in our lake system • Pursue policy initiatives to reduce polluted runoff from urban and agricultural sources We provide educational materials for shore-land owners on shoreline management and the impact it can have on water quality and lake health on our beautiful lakes. We continue to craft lake policies that fit our lakes needs such as installing fish habitat structures, winter aeration and shoreline restoration practices. We have members who are part of the Citizens Lake Monitoring Network (CLMN) who monitor water clarity on a weekly basis and submit the results to the DNR to assist in their assessment of the health of a lake. We are currently pursuing a state grant through the Wisconsin DNR to fund a study to track down the causes of high nutrient levels in the chain of lakes. The study is necessary before we can receive funding to address the problem. It will include intensive water testing of the streams entering the lakes and an analysis of the bottom sediments of the lakes. We are the voice for the Chetek Chain of Lakes—please join us! Send an email or visit our website for more information: info@cheteklakespa.org • www.cheteklakespa.org

walleyes for chetek Walleyes for Chetek has a mission—continuing to rebuild the Chetek Chain of Lakes as the new “walleye capital of Wisconsin.” For the 12th consecutive year, Walleyes for Chetek stocked another 4,000 walleye into the Chetek Chain of Lakes at the end of September 2014. The local organization continues to stock extended-growth walleye to increase the lake’s walleye population and fishery. In the 12 years of stocking, Walleyes for Chetek has purchased and released nearly 65,000 juvenile walleye at a cost of approximately $117,000. This was the second year that the relatively new Walleyes for Chetek officers (Tyler Florczak, Josh Akins and James Akins) stocked the Chetek chain after co-founders Paul Pawlisch, Larry Grabowski and Larry Stafsholt handed over the reins and responsibilities of the organization in 2013. The 4,000 walleye were hatched and raised by Gollon Bait & Fish Farm, of Dodgeville, WI, and were delivered and stocked at Pokegama boat landing. The cost is $1.70 per fish, and all of the funds raised through donations and sales of annual raffle tickets go toward the purchase of the walleye. Along with the Wisconsin Walleye Initiative—a program developed by the Department of Natural Resources last year that stocked nearly 38,000 juvenile walleye into the Chetek chain in 2013—there has been just under 50,000 walleye put into the Chetek chain in nearly one calendar year (2013). “Open water fishermen and ice fishermen have reported catching more walleye in the last few years, but we want that to continue to increase, not plateau. It just goes to show you that a fishery can improve and receive a boost when the community gets involved,” said Florczak. “We had a great turnout for our Walleyes for Chetek raffle giveaway on Labor Day weekend, and we’re appreciative for all of the donations and support we received from the Chetek Resort Owners Association, CLPA, local businesses, organizations and individuals who make the stocking possible. The money goes directly to purchasing walleye annually, and as a tourist town, why wouldn’t we want to improve the walleye fishing here?” Walleyes for Chetek is planning to up the ante in 2015 and are looking to purchase more than 4,000 walleye next year, as well as larger walleye in order to increase the survival rate. To garner funding, the organization will once again hold a Labor Day Weekend raffle with a grand prize of $1,000, as well as various other prizes, raffles, silent auction items and more. Tickets are available at local sports shops, resorts, restaurants/bars and other retailers. This year’s Walleyes for Chetek raffle will again take place at Gilligans in Chetek Sunday, Aug. 30.

Donations can be sent to:

Walleyes for Chetek, Attn: Josh Akins 2609 8-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Walleyes for Chetek, Attn: Tyler Florczak 1074 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 Chetek visitor’s Guide 2015

game fish of the northwoods Bluegill (Lepomis macroschirus) • Prefers warm, shallow waters under cover of weed beds and submerged brush, usually found in 4 to 6 feet of water, but in deeper water during winter months • Diet includes algae, aquatic vegetation, zooplankton, insect larvae, insects, fish eggs, worms and occasionally small minnows/fish • Average size limit in Chetek chain is 7 to 9 inches

crappie (Poxoxis annularis/nigromaculatus)

game fish of the northwoods

chetek lakes protection Association

• Found in open water and places with submerged stumps/logs, rock ledges and areas with some aquatic vegetation reaching above the surface and found in shallow water May–July when spawning and suspended in deeper water around 8-15 feet of water in other months • Diet includes zooplankton, insect larvae, insects, worms, leeches, minnows and immature fish • Average size limit in Chetek chain is 8 to 12 inches

largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus dolomieu)

• Found in warm, shallow and weedy areas and also around structure, weed lines and underwater points. Depth varies from 2 feet of water to 15 feet. • Feed by sight and hunt for their food by ambushing unwary prey from behind logs, below boat docks and at weed lines that drop into deeper water. They eat insects, worms, leeches, suckers, shiners, shad, frogs and fish under 12 inches in size. • Average size limit in Chetek chain is 14 to 17 inches

walleye (Sander vitreus) • Generally dawn and dusk are the feeding times for this light sensitive fish— they are a schooling fish, and like the perch, can be found within a few feet of the bottom near rock bars, drop offs and underwater points • Feed primarily on minnows and other small fish, but will eat insects, leeches and worms • Average size limit in Chetek chain is 11 to 24 inches

northern pike (Esox lucius) • Can be found in virtually all water depths throughout the year • Prefer shallow, cool water with extensive weeds/weed lines • As lake waters warm, they often seek cooler waters near inlets streams and springs • A voracious feeder that finds most fish and creatures—even ducks, squirrels and sandpipers are fair game—feed primarily on suckers, shiners, shad and fish 18 inches or under. • Average size limit in Chetek chain is 24 to 32 inches Chetek chamber of commerce & chetek resort owners association

banking | investments

521 4th Street, Chetek, WI

For all your Business & Individual Insurance Needs Bloomer 715-568-2421 1009 Martin Rd.

chetek 715-924-3410 316 knapp

menomonie 715-235-6131 3101 schneider ave.

chippewa falls 715-723-0274 2889 cty hwy i, ste 1

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Community Bank of Cameron 715-537-3171 • 800-322-1008 • FOR OUTAGES 866-258-8722 www.barronelectric.com

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101 W. Main Street, P.O. Box 457, Cameron, WI 54822

PHONE (715) 458-2513 | FAX (715) 458-3252 www.cameronbank.com • MEMBER F.D.I.C.

715-924-4806 • 800-657-4507 SixLakesRealty.com YourLakeshoreTeam.com

237 S. Main Street, Rice Lake 54868

phone

715-234-5010

Your Waterfront Recreation Specialists

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medical

medical | dental | veterinary

Sather Sather

Family Dental Family Dental Making your your family family smile smile Making

Dr. Nik E. Sather, DDS

Making your family smile 118 Douglas St., Chetek Invisalign Certified Provider

www.satherfamilydental.com

715-925-4545

Flexible Payment Plans

Convenient Hours Open Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Call today to schedule an appointment New patients are always welcome!

CHETEK CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CLINIC Gerry B. Hovde, D.C., DACNB 600 1st Street • P.O. Box 73 Chetek, Wisconsin 54278 715-924-2998

Chiropractic Today for Better Health Tomorrow Routine, urgent & emergency care for dogs, cats, horses & cows

Providing the care you need, independence you want, and choices you deserve. Eric Marshall, Administrator

Chetek Veterinary Clinic

715-924-3301 202 Kleve St., Chetek, WI www.chetekvetclinic.com

715-205-3746

Dr. Adam Staff Dr. Rebecca Blotz

Over Years of Compassionate Care!

Eric.Marshall@IntegriCareAL.com

941 24-1/2 Street

Sue Hanson, Owner

Chetek, WI 54728

(County Rd. M)

715-790-4727

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Because your pets deserve the best!

Four locations to serve you...

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Barron 25 S. 8th Street Barron, WI 54812

Rice Lake 315 E. St. Patrick Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868

Cameron 1372 24-3/8 Street Cameron, WI 54822

Chetek 251 Woodard Street Chetek, WI 54728

Boarding • Monthly Payments • House Calls *call for details

www.animalhospitalchetek.com

24-hour

on-call service

715-859-6650

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A great destination! Rice Lake is the classic northern Wisconsin vacation destination, offering the best of all worlds— from great fishing to shopping and live theatre. Enjoy some of the finest ATV and hiking trails; beautiful scenery and excellent hotels in this friendly small-town setting. Experience exceptional dining and the warmest hospitality in all of Wisconsin. The city of Rice Lake is conveniently located on HWY. 53, two hours northeast of the Twin Cities.

BlackJack Towing,LLC

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715-925-2500 • 715-234-2411 Are you too busy to get your car fixed?

services

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FREE VEHICLE PICKUP & DELIVERY

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within Chetek city limits. We are experts with diagnostics, repairs, tires & exhaust and THE road service experts for towing, lock-outs and jump starts!

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Holding Tanks • Residential • Commercial

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Todd’s

Redi-mix concrete, llc 1770 23rd Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868

8 South 4th Street, Barron, WI 54812 PH 715-637-7010 • FAX 715-637-7011

Your Full Service Auto Body Repair Shop Duane & Chris have over 55 combined years of experience! We’ll restore your vehicle to pre-accident condition

1-800-523-6318 1-715-234-8888

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Prompt courteous delivery or pickup of quality Ready Mixed Concrete Products Sand, Rock, Gravel, Topsoil • Sized Cobbles & Rip Rap Decorative/Landscaping Products Concrete Pump Trucks—32 meter and 40 meter

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outdoor recreation & trails

Bike Routes There are 31.6 miles of marked bike routes available in the Chetek area along the west and east sides of Prairie Lake, along the west side of Pokegama Lake and through the City of Chetek and around the “Island” of Chetek. The routes are marked with a bike symbol and arrows painted on the road. A map of the routes is available at www.chetek.net or from one of the local tourist centers.

All-terrain Vehicles The Chetek ATV Cruisers is an All-Terrain Vehicle club with over 90 members. The club has many members

community area churches

contacts

1204 Second Street, Chetek 715-924-4270

148 East Pine Street, New Auburn 715-237-2228

Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA)

Chetek Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1419 Second Street, Chetek 715-924-4881

Christ Lutheran Church (LMS-USA)

321 Moore Street................................................ 715.924.3195

1080 Meilahn Street, Chetek 715-924-2552

CHETEK AREA MUSEUM

300 Stout Street, Chetek 715-924-4660

CHETEK CITY HALL

231 25-1/2 Street, Chetek 715-237-2647

CHETEK COMMUNITY CENTER

Faith Baptist Church

The Chetek ATV Cruisers currently have a tractor fund growing to buy a tractor to groom and maintain the trails. The fund is supported by gun raffles and donations from generous supporters.

101 Moore Street................................................ 715.924.3686

Prairie Lake Covenant Church 1950 Eighth Avenue, Chetek 715-458-2636

Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 324 Douglas Street, Chetek 715-924-3103 419 Third Street, Chetek 715-924-3514

535 First Street.................................................. 715.924.3501

Red Cedar Presbyterian

THE GARAGE RECREATION CENTER

306 Schofield Street, Chetek 715-924-3804

823 Second Street.............................................. 715.924.2672

The Refuge

724 Leonard Street, Chetek 715-924-2140

146 W. Main, New Auburn 715-237-2939

New Hope Lutheran

E09439 13 42nd Ave Sand Creek, 715-658-1339

Cameron

St. John’s Lutheran Church 1115 W. Main, Cameron 715-458-2602

dallas

Dallas Assembly of God

St. Boniface Catholic Church

POST OFFICE

503 E. Street, New Auburn 715-237-2616

East of Sand Creek on HWY. M 715-962-4601

2356 8-1/2 Avenue, Chetek 715-924-2471

POLICE

129 N. Central, New Auburn 715-237-2933

Independent bible church

northside christian fellowship

Administrative Office, 1001 Knapp Street................... 715.924.2226 High School, 1001 Knapp Street.............................. 715.924.3137 Middle School, 1001 Knapp Street............................ 715.924.3136 Roselawn Elementary School, 1201 6th Street............. 715.924.2244

New Auburn United Methodist

sand creek

1475 Railroad Avenue, Chetek 715-924-3980

CHETEK-WEYERHAEUSER AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

New Auburn, WI 715-532-3743

St. Jude’s Catholic Church

Dovre Lutheran Church (ELCA)

220 Stout Street................................................. 715.924.4838

island lake church of christ

Seventh Day Baptist Church

Chetek United Methodist Church

728 Second Street.............................................. 715.924.4180

711 First Street.................................................. 715.924.3121

Proposed work on trails for this year’s season: • A trail from Cameron that runs east to Weyerhaeuser in Rusk County • A trail from Chetek that runs south to New Auburn • A trail from New Auburn to Dallas to complete a trail circle *There are trail heads at the Chetek Lanes Event Center & Pizzeria and in the Chetek Industrial Park behind Parker Hannifin where riders can unload their machines and park trucks/trailers. ATV city maps and Barron County ATV trail maps are available at the visitors center and at most Chetek businesses.

new auburn

Advent Christian Church

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from outside of the immediate area to help support our efforts and provide other ATV enthusiasts with opportunities to ride our trails. The City of Chetek has been very supportive and has worked with us to open up many of the streets to our trail, allowing ATVs to get to most of the city’s fine businesses (who have also been very supportive). Our trails are made possible by some very generous land owners that allow our trails to cross over their land. The Barron County recreational officer also goes above and beyond for the ATV clubs of Barron County. The Dallas trail is said to be one of the nicest trails in the county. The club has many volunteers to secure land owner’s agreements and many club members donate their equipment to maintain the trails and road routes.

Join the club! Your membership helps support the local, state and federal efforts to keep trails open to utilize the public lands for recreational enjoyment and to educate ATV users on trail etiquette. Your membership also helps pay for the maintenance and cleaning of the trails.

Chetek

215 2nd Avenue, Dallas 715-837-1661

New Scandinavia Lutheran 652 17-1/2 Street, Dallas 715-837-1795

town of strickland

assumption of blessed virgin mary catholic church

Old Hwy. 14, Barron-Rusk County lines

New members are always welcome • Visit www.chetekatvcruzers.org for more information

Snowmobiling Barron County has over 250 miles of groomed and well-marked snowmobile trails. The trail-head of

the Tuscobia State Trail, a 76-mile abandoned railroad bed, begins just north of Rice Lake and ends in Park Falls. The newest “Rails to Trails” is the Wild Rivers Trail which also begins in Rice Lake and covers 97 miles, going north to Superior. For the latest information on trail status, please contact David Moin by phone at 715-637-4275 or via email at: david.moin@co.barron.wi.us. The local snowmobile club is the Chetek Snow Flyers. To obtain more information about this organization and/or membership in the club, please contact President Mike Schmidt at 715-829-8925 or via email at: cheteksnowflyers@yahoo.com. Lodging in the Chetek area is available during the winter by contacting the Chetek Resort Owners Association. Visit their website, www.chetek.net, and click on Info Request Form to inquire with the members that have availability.

cross country ski, snowshoe, hiking & running trail The cross country ski/snowshoe/hiking/running trail begins behind the Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School/

2015 Ski Show Schedule

Sunday pre-show 5 p.m. • Theme show 6 p.m. Thursday pre-show 6 p.m. • Theme show 7 p.m.

Sunday, June 7 Thursday, June 11 Sunday, June 14 Thursday, June 18 **Sunday, June 21 Thursday, June 25 Sunday, June 28 Thursday, July 2 Saturday, July 4 Sunday, July 5 Thursday, July 9 Sunday, July 12

Thursday, July 23 Sunday, July 26 Thursday, July 30 Sunday, August 2 Thursday, August 6 Sunday, August 9 Thursday, August 13 Sunday, August 16 Thursday, August 20 Sunday, August 23 Sunday, August 30

Middle School building on the west edge of town off of Knapp Street. There is ample parking at the start of the route. The trail begins adjacent to the maintenance shed located next to the baseball field. The cross country ski/snowshoe trail loops out onto Bailey Lake.

Tournaments & Special Events

If you’re interested in the hiking/running trail, follow the school loop that is located behind the school. This trail is used by the cross country running team when school is in session.

WI State Water Ski Show Tournament in Wisconsin Rapids, WI Thursday–Sunday, July 16–19, 2015

The cross country ski/snowshoe trail is a project of the Chetek Chamber of Commerce. Donations are accepted for snowmobile gas/maintenance. Grooming is done annually on a volunteer basis.

**Sunday, June 21 performance will be held in Rice Lake, WI for Aquafest 2015

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outdoor recreation & trails

FREE ADMISSION! Follow us on Facebook

www.hydroflites.com

Chetek chamber of commerce & chetek resort owners association

newspaper & commercial printing | grocery

entertainment

Open at 11 a.m. 7 Days A Week! try our r Join us for ouall Sand Volleyb ring du Tournament st! Liberty Fe

9-Pin Tap TOURNAMENT THIS WINTER Over $1,500,000 Paid Out To Date

6 Lanes with Automatic Scoring • Homemade Pizza • Bumper Bowling Complete Pro Shop • Outdoor Deck • Game Room • 65” Plasma TV Event Hall for Any Occasion • Sand Volleyball Courts

John & Michelle Law, Owners

715-924-3227 715-924-3227

1/4 Mile South of Chetek • 695 Cty. Hwy. SS, Chetek

www.cheteklanes.com

Great design is good business. What can The Chetek Alert do for you? Weekly Newspaper Online Advertising Business Cards Magazines Letterhead

Announcements Brochures Laminating Invitations Programs

Invoices Envelopes Postcards Logo Design Vinyl Signs

Rice Lake, wisconsin

stock car races every saturday night / april–labor day

1/2 mile N of the city limits between HWY SS and HWY 48 E

2002 22-1/2 Ave. • Rice Lake • 715-236-2002

photo: Dave Greschner

www.ricelakespeedway.net

Visit the Chetek

312 Knapp Street, P.O. Box 5, Chetek, WI 54728-0005 • (715) 924-4118 • www.chetekalert.com Open Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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106 Knapp Street, Chetek Open Monday–Friday • 1–5 p.m. | alcohol & smoke free

Available for meetings and party rentals Contact Ron at 715-651-1154 for more info

Chetek chamber of commerce & chetek resort owners association

calendar of events

chetek & surrounding area January

17 Bluegrass Jam at Sand Creek School 6:30–9 p.m. (715-658-1889) 17-18 Free Fishing Weekend in Wisconsin—no license required

February

21 Bluegrass Jam at Sand Creek School 6:30–9 p.m. (715-658-1889) 28 Winter Fest — Snowmobile Radar Run Races, children’s games, music and food

March

21 Bluegrass Jam at Sand Creek School 6:30–9 p.m. (715-658-1889)

April

11 Spring Business Expo in Chetek 18 Bluegrass Jam at Sand Creek School 6:30–9 p.m. (715-658-1889)

May

2 Fishing Season Opener 23–Nov. 30 Musky Fishing Season 25 Memorial Day 25 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 25 Chetek Area Museum Opens (Calhoun Museum) 28 Pioneer Village Museum Opens 1–5 p.m. 29–31 Camerama Days in Cameron

June

1 Bingo at the American Legion – North on Hwy SS- 7 pm 6 Barron County Dairy Breakfast 6 City Wide Garage Sales in Chetek, hosted by The Chetek Alert 6–7 Free Fishing Weekend in Wisconsin—No license required 8 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 12–21 Aquafest in Rice Lake 14 Flag Day 15 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 18–21 Hayward Musky Festival in Hayward, WI 18-21 Fall Creek Lions Fun Fest — family movie night, live music, fireworks, fishing contest and parade

20 Weyerhaeuser Fireman’s Ball in Weyerhaeuser, WI 22 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 25-28 Country Fest in Cadott, WI 1-800-326-3378 27-28 Hungry Hollow Gas and Steam Engine Show at HWY 25 and 19th Avenue, Barron, WI starting at 7 a.m. 29 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m.

July

3 Rice Lake Speedway Firecracker Special 6:30 p.m. (Rain date is July 5)

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July 3–5 • Chetek Liberty Fest 2015 3 Fishy Four Mile Walk/Run 3 Softball Tournament 9 a.m.–11 p.m. 3 Kids Activities at City Beach 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

DJ, sawdust pile money hunt and more 3 Block Party 6 p.m.–1 a.m. 4 Masonic Lodge Independence Day Breakfast 4 Quilt Show at Community Center 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 4 Craft Show 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 4 Car Show 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 4 Parade at 12 p.m. 4 Cardboard Regatta Boat Races Boat building begins at 2 p.m. • Races begin at 5 p.m. 4 Softball Tournament 5–11 p.m. 4 Beach Party 2–6 p.m. 4 Fireworks at Dusk 5 Softball Tournament 9 a.m.–11 p.m. 5 Craft Show 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 5 Quilt Show at Community Center 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 5 Helicopter rides offered during the day located south of the Hydroflites ski show site

6 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 8–12 Northern Wisconsin State Fair in Chippewa Falls

5 City Wide Garage Sales in Chetek 5-6 Brill Harvest Days in Brill 11–12 Harvest Fest in Chetek—arts and crafts, chili contest,

August

1-2 Almena Family Fun Days—tractor pull, run/walk, garden tractor pull, truck pull 2 Indianhead Swap Meet and Car Show (715-832-0552) at Northern Wisconsin Fairgrounds starting at 7 a.m 3 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 6-9 Rusk County Fair in Ladysmith 8-9 Haugen Fun Days in Haugen 9 Chetek Boat Reunion 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. 9 Chetek Fly-In 10 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 15-16 Moon Lake Threshing Bee in Turtle Lake 15 Lake Fest on Chetek Lake 17 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 20-23 Cumberland Rutabaga Festival in Cumberland 22-23 Festival in the Pines—Food, Art and Craft Fair, live music in Carson Park, Eau Claire (715-552-5504) 24 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 28-31 Ridgeland Fair—demo derby, truck and tractor pull, carnival, dances, live music 28-31 Weyerhaeuser Booster Days in Weyerhaeuser 30 Walleyes for Chetek 11th Annual Raffle at Gilligans in Chetek Prizes drawn at 7 p.m.

community church service

10-12 Blue Hills Festival in Bruce 11 Brew & Rib Fest at Phillips Park, Chetek 1-6 p.m. 13 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 15-19 Barron County Fair in Rice Lake—animal judging, carnival,

harness races, truck pull, tractor pull, demo derby 23-25 Country Jam in Eau Claire— call 1-800-7800-JAM for info 16-19 Rock Fest in Cadott— call 1-800-326-3378 for info 17-19 Birchwood Bluegill Festival in Birchwood 20 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 22-26 Dunn County Fair in Menomonie—truck & tractor pull, horse pull, demo derby, motocross— call 715-232-4005 for info 24-26 Jamboree Days in New Auburn 23-26 Washburn County Fair in Spooner 22-26 Eau Claire County Fair in Eau Claire 30-Aug. 2 Polk County Fair in St. Croix Falls—truck pull, tractor pull, demolition derby, horse pull 23-25 Lumberjack World Championship in Hayward 715-634-2484 Shows begin Friday at 6 p.m. 27 Bingo at the American Legion—North of Chetek on HWY SS at 7 p.m. 30–Aug. 2 Bloomer Community Fair in Bloomer

October

3 Oktoberfest in Dallas 31 Chetek Chamber of Commerce Kids’ Halloween Party

December

12 Chamber of Commerce Santa’s Arrival & Fun Day, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Performances are held Thursday and Sundays nights throughout the summer on Lake Chetek. The complete schedule can be found on page 39.

music in the park

Music in the Park performance dates are yet to be determined. Watch for advertisements in The Chetek Alert as well as the special section Summer Scene (published in late April) for detailed information on dates, times and performers. Music in the Park is sponsored by the Chetek Area Chamber of Commerce and private donations.

surrounding communities

Lumberjack Show and carnival rides

9–11 Spooner Rodeo at the Spooner Fairgrounds at 7:30 p.m. 10–12 Turtle Lake Inter-County Fair—truck pull, carnival and parade 10-12 Prairie Farm Dairy Days—tractor pull, street dance,

5K Mud Run, live music

18-20 Oktoberfest in Chippewa Falls at Northern State Fairgrounds

Cameron located 8 miles north of Chetek on County Trunk Highway “SS”

Weyerhaeuser located 20 miles northeast of Chetek on U.S. Hwy. 8

Chetek is

calendar of events | surrounding communities

calendar of events

September

31–Aug. 1 Crazy Days in Chetek 31–Aug. 2 Jack Pine Savage Days in Spooner

2 hours from Minneapolis, MN 4 hours from Madison, WI 45 minutes north of Eau Claire, WI

Chetek Dallas located 11 miles west of Chetek on County Trunk Highway “A”

Ridgeland located 20 miles southwest of Chetek on State Highway 25

Sand Creek

Chetek

located 15 miles south of Chetek on County Trunk Highway “I”

located 9 miles south of Chetek off U.S. Hwy. 53

New Auburn

Chetek chamber of commerce & chetek resort owners association

golf courses | casino

2015 is our 29th year!

There have been over 2,700 tagged fish caught during the Fish-O-Rama contest and over $101,200 has been paid out to winners to date!

2014 stats There were 345 fish tagged (266-$25, 36-$50, 13-$100, 28$500, 2-$1,000) and 80 tagged fish were caught (67-$25, 8-$50, 5-$500).

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• Starts on the fishing opener, May 2, and ends Oct 1 • Must purchase a button prior to catching the tagged fish • Buttons are available from Chetek area resorts and businesses for $3/each, $5 husband & wife, $6 family (parents and children 17 and under) • Only Crappies and Bluegills are tagged • 5 prize amounts: $25, $50, $100, $500 and $1,000 • Previous years tags are worth $5

Sunset View Golf Course 715-859-6311

Tags should be brought to the Rod & Gun Shop to determine the prize amount and sponsor.

north of Chetek 3 miles on County M

“Northwoods Golf With A View” 9-Hole Facility • Parties Welcome Call call to book your outing

568 23rd Street • Chetek, WI 54728 1-1/2 miles west of Chetek on CTH I

Pro Shop • Driving Range Full Bar

www.playsunsetviewgolf.com • Find us on Facebook

715-924-3139 • www.siouxcreekgolf.com

Enjoy a round with us! Enjoy the Northwoods with a round of 9-hole golf in a beautiful, mature, impeccably maintained, wooded course. We welcome all experience levels. Our lovely clubhouse features a full-service bar and delicious food made to order.

First 2014 $500 tagged fish caught on pokegama Lake

www.pinecrestdallas.com www.pinecrestdallas.com call for seasonal hours Free WiFi

715-837-GOLF

Chad & Karla Knutson

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424 16½ Street, Dallas, WI

Supporting the local community

The first $500 tagged fish for the 28th annual Fish-O-Rama contest was Jerry Goss (middle), of Chippewa Falls. He caught his 8.4” bluegill while fishing Pokegama Lake with a bobber and worm Sunday, June 8. Also pictured with Goss are his grandchildren Cooper (left) and Hunter (right) and Jim Metcalf, representing the fish sponsor—Sterling Bank. Courtesy of The Chetek Alert, June 18, 2014 issue

fish-o-rama

fish-o-rama information

Chetek, WI 715-924-3105

www.GilligansChetek.com

Tuesday Nights

@ 6 p.m.

free entry $50 Top Prize

Fun Year `Round Live Music • Packer Parties Cornhole Tournaments Cocktail of the Month Club February - Winter Fly-In March - Winter Gillympics April - Gilligans Prom July - Summer Luau August - Lakefest September - football game fun begins October - Halloween Scavenger Hunt December - Christmas for Kids

Stop into Gilligans for... Weekly Entertainment Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays

Made-to-order Breakfast Every sunday • starting at 9 a.m. • Year ‘Round

Lakeside Lodging

Hot Tub Suite • Fireplace Suite • 3-Bedroom Cottage

Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials * Full menu also available *

Specialty Cocktails Blended Drinks • 14 Tappers

Remember Skippers for:

tiki bar

Outdoor music, dining and drinks at the area’s premiere Tiki Bar!

Bait • Beer • Liquor WI Lottery • Burning Permits DNR Licenses • AND MUCH MORE

Limited Delivery

designated dock space & parking for easy access