Up North Action - August 2020

Editor’s COLUMN If you want to take your mind off your cares and troubles, if only for a little while, take a trip Up North this August.

You’ll hear a language of happiness and hope here, as you listen to the whisper of the summer breeze through the trees, the chattering of the birds, the clicking of the fishing reel, the lapping of the lake, the burbling of the rivers and waterfalls, and the crackle of the bonfire.

You’ll also hear the sound of visitors and residents chatting and laughing as they enjoy the region’s attractions, restaurants and bars, retail shops, flea markets, and community-uniting events. You’ll hear live music, too, and the laughs and cheers of audiences at the region’s great water ski shows. If you listen closely, you’ll hear the distant rumble of motorcycles, getting ready for the big ride.

Read on to discover all of the joyful events and activities you will find in the region this August. We’ve also included some fall happenings you can look forward to. As always, when planning your next trip Up North, please check the websites of the businesses and events you are planning on going to, in order to have the most up-to-date information on hand.

Cheers to a carefree and fun August!

Elizabeth Kelly Editor

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Map & INDEX

CENTRAL REGION - page 6 ‘Gateway to the North’ Covering the following county: Portage NORTHEAST REGION - page 10 Covering the following counties: Florence • Forest • Marinette Oconto • Menominee • Shawano

NORTHWEST REGION - page 34 Covering the following counties: Ashland • Bayfield • Douglas • Burnett Washburn • Sawyer • Rusk • Barron Polk • St. Croix • Dunn • Chippewa U.P. MICHIGAN REGION - page 42 Covering the following counties: Gogebic • Ontonagon • Houghton • Iron Dickinson • Menominee

NORTHCENTRAL REGION - page 14 Covering the following counties: Iron • Vilas • Price • Oneida • Lincoln Langlade • Taylor • Marathon

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Portage County Get Some Exercise and Grab Some Food with Incredible Views at Anchor Bay WISCONSIN RAPIDS – With your base camp in the Town of Plover, set off for some fresh air, exercise, food, and drinks—all with impeccable views of the Wisconsin River—a mere 15 minutes down the road at Anchor Bay Bar & Grill.

Anchor Bay Bar & Grill offers the feeling of being Up North without the long drive. Established in 2007 on the original Moon homestead, Anchor Bay offers the perfect atmosphere to sit back and relax on the patio while enjoying an entrée from the menu. Choose from favorites like the jumbo deep-fried shrimp or the Black Angus burger, and wash it down with one of more than 80 different

The Town of Plover is a unique township where residents enjoy a beautiful river and appreciate being part of a growing cosmopolitan area at the crossroads of major highways with hotels, shops, restaurants and parks, adjacent to an educational community, supported by highly accredited medical facilities. Visit our businesses and notice the wide variety of local enterprises we are proud of!

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Enjoy your visit!

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ice-cold beers, a one-ofa-kind bloody mary, or an expertly muddled old-fashioned, all made with only the freshest ingredients.

There’s new a new mile-long recreational trail that passes in front of Anchor Bay— perfect for walking, hiking, biking, and rollerblading.

Then cool off with a cold beverage and a grand view on the patio at Anchor Bay when you’re done. Anchor Bay Bar & Grill is located at 3460 North Biron Drive in Wisconsin Rapids. You can visit by car, motorcycle, or even boat in the summer and snowmobile in the winter.

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Portage County A Delicious Treat and an Educational Experience Await You at Feltz’s Dairy Store

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STEVENS POINT – As you may have heard, cheese is a pretty big deal in Wisconsin! Dairy farms are prevalent in the rolling farmlands of central Wisconsin, including the towns neighboring the Town of Plover. A delectable dairy treat is just a short drive away from Plover at Feltz’s Dairy Store and Feltz Family Farms in Stevens Point. Feltz Family Farms is a fifth-

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generation dairy farm, owned and operated by Ken and Jackie Feltz since 1995. Ken and Jackie’s children will carry the farm and dairy store into the sixth generation. While the farm has grown green beans, sweet corn, and peas through the years, the focus since 1995 has been on dairy cattle.

The operation has seen several phases of improvements and is now a high-tech facilities, with two robots that milk 100 cows! The use of robots enables the frequency of milking to be determined by the cows themselves.

In 2017, Feltz’s Dairy Store opened to the public. This store offers a wide range high-quality items: diverse Wisconsin cheeses, a variety of flavors of local King Cone ice cream, Black Angus beef raised on Feltz Dairy Farms, Nueske’s award-winning bacon, glass bottles and plastic containers of white and chocolate milk, Wisconsin wines, coffee, fine chocolates, honey, baked goods, Feltz Family Farms cow’s milk soaps, seasonal gift boxes featuring gourmet treats, and more! Viewing windows allow shoppers and visitors to see cows being milked by the robots while indulging in a refreshing ice cream cone or fresh cheese curds. You can learn even more about agriculture and Feltz Family Farms in the education corner.

While tours are currently not offered because of COVID-19, there is still plenty to see and enjoy at Feltz’s Dairy Store and Feltz Family Farms. Feltz’s Dairy Store is located at 5796 Porter Drive in Stevens Point. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information, visit feltzsdairystore.com.

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Forest County ATV Trails Northeast Region

FOREST COUNTY – Made possible by the cooperation and coordination of the U.S Forest Service, Forest County ATV clubs,

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townships, and their citizens, Forest County has more than 300 miles of ATV routes and 47 miles of state-funded ATV trails.

Two state trails—the Nicolet State Trail and the Wolf River State Trail—provide ATVers with abundant recreational opportunities. Both trails are abandoned railroad corridors that have been surfaced with gravel. Because the Nicolet State Trail meanders through the Nicolet National Forest and the Wolf River State Trail runs adjacent to the forest, with a segment (between Highway 64 and Lily) running near the Wolf River, opportunities for nearby camping, hunting, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing are plentiful. (No hunting or trapping is permitted on the trails, however.)

The Nicolet State Trail passes through eastern Forest county communities of Carter, Wabeno, Blackwell, Laona, Cavour, and Newald. The Forest County segment of the trail is 32 miles long; it connects to Oconto County to the south and Florence County

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to the north for a total length of 90 miles. Although it is open for a variety of uses (including walking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing), this shared-use trail is most popular for ATV/UTVing and snowmobiling. In the town of Laona, the trail is near the intersection of U.S. Highway 8 and State Highway 32. Just south of the Forest–Florence county line, the trail crosses the Popple River. Two parking areas are available: in Wabeno, between the town park and the Logging Museum, and off County Highway G, about 1 mile west of U.S. Highway 8.

tional 4 miles are being developed south of White Lake, to the Menomonee–Langlade county line. The Forest County segment of the Wolf River State Trail is 15 miles long and passes through central and southern part of Forest County. Both trails are abandoned railroad corridors that have been surfaced with gravel.

They are open all year for ATV, UTV, dual-sport motorcycles, and snowmobiles. The Wolf River State Trail is open from White Lake in Langlade County to Crandon in Forest County, totaling 33 miles.

The Wolf River State Trail is open from White Lake in Langlade County to Crandon in Forest County (33 miles). An addi-

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Be Wowed by History and Music at Oconto’s Historic Sites OCONTO – The Copper Culture State Park is a 51-acre park featuring a Native American burial ground from the Copper Culture, North America’s earliest metal users. Artifacts from this burial ground are dated to about 6,000 years ago, making this the oldest cemetery site in eastern North America and the oldest Copper cemetery in the nation. The site is on the National Register of Historic Places and is located in the city of Oconto with the burial area about 150 yards north of the Oconto River.

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A tour guide will walk you through the displays to help demonstrate the significance of this site, giving an early look at Archaic Indian lifestyle, an early trade network, and first copper toolmakers in the country. A foot trail leads from the parking area to a stone monument at the location of the burial ground.

The Oconto County Historical Society operates the Oconto Archaic Copper Museum, which is on the grounds. It is housed in a Belgian farmhouse built in 1924 by Charles Werrebroeck, the only example of this style of old-world architecture in the Oconto area. The museum is open 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Admission is free, although donations are greatly appreciated.

While at the park, visit the 15-acre short-grass prairie, have a picnic lunch, hike along the woodland paths, or fish the nearby

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Oconto River. Use of the park grounds is free, no state vehicle admission sticker required. There are no campgrounds, but lodging is available in the greater Oconto area.

For additional information, visit www.ocontoctyhistsoc.org.

From Highway 22, turn south onto Copper Culture Way, and turn left onto Mill Street. Follow park signs.

The Beyer Home, located at 917 Park Avenue in Oconto, is the historic house built by Cyrus and Kitty Hart in 1868. It is believed to be one of the first brick homes in Oconto County with its bricks being shipped to Oconto from DePere. Although the original structure was an Italianate-style home, George and Fanny Beyer remodeled it into a Queen Anne–style home— adding a wraparound porch, three-story tower room and entry, a south bay addition, and new windows fitted with leaded glass. Oconto County acquired the home in 1941, stipulating that it become a museum for all to enjoy! It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

Oconto Tunes on Tuesdays

Come to the Beyer Home Gazebo on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. through August for Oconto Tunes on Tuesdays! These events are hosted by Oconto County Tourism, Steve Peterson Music, and Oconto Tunes on Tuesday.

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Minocqua Pontoon Cruises Provide a Relaxing, Convenient, and Fascinating Way to Explore the Minocqua Chain

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MINOCQUA – Sometimes when you plan a quick trip to the Lakeland area, you want to get on the water and see all the beautiful views that the lakes, forests, and wildlife provide you without having to plan out all the details. With Minocqua Pontoon Cruises, you have an excellent alternative to renting a boat: step on the cruise boat, sit back, and relax as you see and learn about the fascinating aspects of the Minocqua Chain of Lakes.

Established in 2004, Minocqua Pontoon Cruises is the only company that holds a town and county permit to legally operate a commercial pontoon cruise business on the Minocqua Chain of Lakes. Hop aboard the 30-foot Leisure Bay cruise boat that comfortably seats 18 people and embark on the cruise that’s perfect for you. Choose among the Morning Nature Cruise (9:30–11 a.m.), Noon Nature & Lunch Cruise (11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.), Afternoon Nature Cruise (3–5 p.m.), or Sunset Special (6:30–8:30 p.m.). A one-hour cruise is also available from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Large groups (40–60 people) can also be accommodated, and private

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cruises can be arranged at no extra cost. You’ll not only see the glorious sights on the Minocqua Chain; you’ll also learn about local birds and wildlife, fish, glacial geology, and local history from an experienced nature interpreter and guide. You may bring your own food. Select beverages will be included in the cruise fee.

The Minocqua Chain of Lakes consists of five picturesque lakes that are surrounded by a state forest, wetlands, and tall pines. The lakes also feature 13 islands that add to the beautiful scenery.

You’ll have the opportunity to spot eagles, osprey, and loons among other wildlife that inhabit the area. The shoreline is dotted with modern lake homes, charming antique cottages, beautiful resorts, and popular restaurants.

Cruises will pick you up at any of the resort spots on the Minocqua Chain of Lakes. Visit minocquapontooncruises.com for more information. Call (715) 892-7777 for pickup locations and to make reservations. Minocqua Pontoon Cruises is located at 8579 Highway 51 North in Minocqua.

Let Inspiration Be Your Guide on the Northwoods Art Tour Get a behind-the-scenes look of how Northwoods artists create their original work. The Northwoods Art Tour has been offering art in the beautiful setting of Wisconsin’s Northwoods for more than 20 years.

On October 9–11, 2020, you’re invited to escape the beaten track and explore the rambling backroads that meander through charming communities in Vilas, Oneida, Iron, Lincoln, and Langlade counties.

Discover how these artists work and learn what inspires their art. Connect with masters of oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, ceramics, photography, woodcarving, carpentry, jewelry making, quilting, tapestry, fiber arts, stained and hot glass, print, sculpture, and other media in the studio. Here’s your opportunity to ask questions, discuss creative processes, and witness artist demonstrations.

Find gifts for loved ones or something for your own home; take advantage of this special opportunity to purchase art directly from the maker.

Indulge your curiosity by designing your own custom tour. Visit as many or as few studios as you would like. The tour’s many sites hold free open houses during which you can come and go as you please.

Northwoods Art Tour individual members decide the extent of their participation in this year’s tour. Visit northwoodsarttour.com for tour updates. The list of participating artists in this autumn’s tour will be posted on the website in August. As you plan your trip, consult individual members’ pages for additional information, as circumstances and participation may change.

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Four Free Must-See Water Ski Shows to Check Out This Summer

able. Enjoy snacks from their concession stand, which donates proceeds to Shriners Children’s Hospitals. For more information, visit the Kwahamot Water Ski Club website, kwahamot.org, and check for updates on Facebook @Kwahamot.

Home to more than 3,200 lakes, Northwoods Wisconsin is the ideal place for water worshippers. If you plan to spend time in the region this summer, you are sure to be close to a water ski show.

Here are four water ski teams that will wow you with their feats of balance, agility, and bravery. And, better yet, they are free for you to watch and enjoy!

This club is the world’s oldest continually running amateur water ski show! Members hail from as far as Hawaii and Singapore.

With a history and roster like that, you can count on quality. The Min-Aqua Bats perform at the Aqua Bowl, located on West Park Avenue on Lake Minocqua. Shows are Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 7 p.m., starting in mid-June and continuing to the Friday before Labor Day. Street and lot parking are available.

Although this show is free, you may want to bring some cash for “passing the hat” during intermission—and to treat yourself to snacks at the concession stand. For more information, visit the Min-Aqua Bats website, minaquabats.com, and check for updates on Facebook @minaquabats.

Chain Skimmers Water Ski Show (Conover)

The Chain Skimmers originated in 1970 at the Eagle River T-Docks and quickly became a success! Today they perform on beautiful Lake Pleasant, off of Highway 45 in Conover. Catch a performance at 7 p.m. on a Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday until Labor Day weekend. Visit the Chain Skimmers on Facebook @ChainSkimmersWaterSkiShowTeam for updates and the dates of special shows at area resorts and bars. Learn more about the team at chainskimmers.org.

Kwahamot Water Ski Club (Tomahawk)

The talented water skiers of the Kwahamot (that’s Tomahawk spelled backwards) Water Ski Club perform on Kwahamot Bay on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Shows start at 7:30 or 8:00 p.m., depending on the time of year. This club has a long history of success, having been in operation for almost 60 years. Street and lot parking are avail-

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Plum Ski-ters Water Ski Show Team (Sayner)

The Plum Ski-ters were founded in 1960 in a quiet bay of Plum Lake. Today, with the support of the Town Board of Plum Lake and the State of Wisconsin, the club enjoys the use of Statehouse Point on Plum Lake, just off of Razorback Road in Sayner, as its permanent site. The team performs mid-June to late August on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Shows start at 7 p.m. from June 15 to July 31 and start at 6:30 p.m. August 1 to 31. For more information, check out the Plum Ski-ters website, plumskiters.org, and watch for updates on Facebook @plumskiters.

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Spanning over 259 acres within Minocqua, WI is Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari and all of its residents! The Giraffes and Penguins are the most popular, while visitors flock to partake in the giraffe encounter. Another must visit includes the Safari Tram ride populated by Eland, Ostrich, Kudu, Nyala, Beisa Oryx, Nilgai, Scimitar Horned Oryx, Wildebeest, Bongos, Emu, and much more!

Wildwood Wildlife Park is all about providing special experiences that last a lifetime with every visit no matter your age!

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Hand Feeding: Goat, sheep, pig, aoudad, and camel. Whitetail deer are strolling leisurely throughout the park and visitors can feed them out of their hand.

Giraffe Encounter: Get nose to nose with the tallest animals in the world during the giraffe feeding.

You will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with these astonishing and fascinating giraffes. Guests will even get to meet the newest giraffe, Taji. We can’t wait for you to meet our baby giraffe.

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Parakeet Encounter: Enjoy the parakeet encounter, a wonderful experience for the entire family. Hear the children’s laughter and excitement as they hand-feed hundreds of brightly colored parakeets.

Penguin Cove: This new, immersive exhibit is home to a cozy colony of African penguins.

Siamang: A performance and sound that guests will never forget! You will have the opportunity to hear these silly monkeys as they fill up their air sack to call out, which can be heard over 2 miles away!

White-Handed Gibbon: Our white-handed Gibbon couple named Maddie and Teddie welcomed a healthy baby to their monkey family. Come check it out!

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Koi and Trout Feeding: Buy trout pellets from the feed machines and toss into the pond and see the entire surface come alive with a frenzy of trout or koi. Guests can just sit and relax in this peaceful and tranquil area.

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Amphitheater: Learn about your favorite animals during our Zoo Chats and meet our animal ambassadors.

Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari is home to over 2000 animals and acres of fun. You will find a million reasons to smile.

Come spend the day with us. We can’t wait to show you around.

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• Hundreds of Mammals, Birds, Reptiles & Primates • Giraffe Feeding • Parakeet Feeding • Whitetail Deer Feeding • Bear Juice Feedng • Goat-Sheep-Camel-Pig Feeding • Petting Area/Animal Encounters • Trout Feeding • Koi Feeding

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Safari Tram Ride: Jump on the tram and enjoy a narrated journey winding through the sprawling woods. Spot Zebra grazing near a spring fed pond. Watch Eland studding across an open field.

Search for the camouflaged Scimitar Horned Oryx concealed in the thickets or the Wildebeest sunning on the savannah. There is nothing like this in the state of Wisconsin.

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Explore Rhinelander’s Storied Past at Pioneer Park through it and the oldest hodag specimens in the world! Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated, as they keep the complex open and staffed during the summer.

Pioneer Park is located off of Oneida Avenue, on Martin Lynch Drive. Pioneer Park is open on Tuesdays through Sundays from Memorial Day to Labor Day and on Fridays and Saturdays after Labor Day until the end of September. If you visit Pioneer Park on a Saturday, you will also have the opportunity to shop for local produce, meats, cheeses, breads, and support small family farms at the Hodag Farmers’ Market, which takes place on premises.

RHINELANDER – Pioneer Park Historical Complex is a fun and educational attraction in the heart of Rhinelander. Learn about many aspects of the history of Rhinelander in Pioneer Park’s seven main attractions: the Logging Museum, Reds Antique Sawmill, the Civilian Conservation Corps barracks, the Rural Schoolhouse Museum, the Fire Truck Barn, the restored Soo Line Depot, and the Antique Outboard & Boating Museum.

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Ride to Raise Funds for the Never Forgotten Honor Flight GLEASON – The Deerbrook Rumble is a motorcycle ride that serves as a fundraiser for Never Forgotten Honor Flight. The 8th Annual Deerbrook Rumble will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2020. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. at Held’s Bar. Riders will receive route maps and a list of sponsor stops upon arrival. You can leave any time, but the ride is scheduled to leave at 11 a.m.

After a great day cruising through the beautiful Northwoods, return to the MC Festival Grounds at 6:30 p.m. There will be live music by String Cheese and sponsor door prizes from 8 p.m. to midnight. There will be free primitive camping available on-site.

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Register for $25 per bike (or ATV/UTV), $5 per passenger.

RSVP is encourages but not required. Held’s Bar is located at W13298 County Road C in Gleason. MC Festival Grounds are located at N5890 County Road H in Gleason. For updates, visit the Deerbrook Rumble website (deerbrookrumble.com) or Facebook page (@deerbrookrumbleride).

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Rocking W Stable and Kartway Offer Tons of Fun for Eagle River Visitors EAGLE RIVER – A peaceful guided trail ride on a horse or racing around the track on a go kart— what’s your speed? Choose one or both, along with other entertaining activities for all ages, at Rocking W Stable and Kartway in Eagle River.

At Kartway, the Big Track is the most competitive track—a figure-eight with varying karts, suited for both double and single riders. Ticket prices for the Big Track are $5 for a single or double kart. Drivers must be at least 52 inches tall.

Want to try something a little different? Ride the Slick Track, and you’ll be a master at drifting in no time! Ticket price is $5 for a single kart. Drivers must be at least 54 inches tall.

Located right next to Kartway is Rocking W Stable. There are horses and options to accommodate all riders. For $30, enjoy a 45- to 50-minute guided trail ride through the Northwoods on a single-rider horse. (The rider must be over 5 years of age.) For $35, a child age 5 or younger rides with an adult on a 45- to 50-minute guided trail ride. For $5, the youngest buckaroos (5 years and younger) not quit ready for a full-size horse can enjoy a pony ride.

While you’re at Rocking W, stop by the goats and pet them for free! For a nominal fee, you can purchase a handful of corn to feed them. Come wintertime, don’t miss the horse-drawn sleigh rides at Rocking W Stable!

Kartway and Rocking W Stable are located at 1890 Pleasure Island Road in Eagle River. For more information and group rates, call (715) 479-4450 (Kartway) or (715) 617-6779 (Rocking W Stable) or visit rockingwkartway.com.

Are you a speed demon or a NASCAR wannabe? Try the Oval Track to drive the fastest karts around. Ticket price is $5 for a single kart. Drivers must be at least 56 inches tall.

After you’ve had your fill of the thrill and heat of the blazing speeds on the tracks, cool off in the bumper boat pool with your friends! Tickets are $5 for a multi-rider boat; drivers must be at least 52 inches tall. Younger riders can join the fun in the mini-bumpers as part of the kid zone access for $10. There’s also a sandbox, Mini-“Jeeps,” a Bouncy house, Little Falls Miniature Golf, and a Zip Line. Wow! There are so many fun things to do for the whole family at Kartway!

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Celebrate Loon Day in the Loon Capital of the World MERCER – Boasting the highest concentration of nesting loon pairs in the continental United States, Mercer, Wisconsin, is officially known as the Loon Capital of the World. This August, when you’re not out on one of the hundreds of lakes in the Mercer area, enjoying watersports and watching and listening for a pair of common loons, head to downtown Mercer on Wednesday, August 5, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., to celebrate all things loon at Mercer’s Loon Day. Loon Day festivities include more than 250 art and craft exhibits, a flea market, sidewalk and bake sales, live music, the Lakeland Cloggers, the Lakeland Barbershop Chorus, the worldfamous loon-calling contest, raffles, food, and refreshments.

The night before Loon Day, there will be a street dance with live music.

For more information, visit mercerloonday.com or call (715) 476-2389.

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Fantastic Finds at St. Germain Flea Market ST. GERMAIN – The St. Germain Firefighters Association holds one of the Midwest’s largest flea markets! More than 400 vendors come from all over the region with crafts, artwork, furniture, antiques, flowers, plants, produce, food, and so much more! This family-friendly event is set in St. Germain Community Park, behind the fire station at the intersection of Highway 155 and Highway 70 in St. Germain, every Monday until Labor Day, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The flea market is held in a giant covered pavilion and takes place rain or shine.

If you get hungry while you’re shopping, rest assured there will be food concessions by the St. Germain Lioness Club as well as various food wagons. Admission is free, and there is abundant free parking. For more information, visit stgermainfire.com/st germain-flea-market.

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Presque Isle Events to Entertain All Ages This August

PRESQUE ISLE – The Presque Isle Chamber of Commerce is hosting a series of events this August, which will offer an opportunity for the community to come together—while maintaining social distancing—in a beautiful natural environment.

Timberworks Lumberjack Show

On Sunday August 9, the popular Timberworks Lumberjack

Show is back for its annual appearance. Food, drinks, and a few booths by area nonprofit organizations will be ready at noon, and the show will start at 1 p.m. Drawing on Presque Isle’s logging heritage, the show features lumberjacks and lumberjills vying against one another in crosscut sawing, log rolling, axe throwing, and speed climbing. The event is hosted on the northside softball field, with plenty of space to spread out and picnic table seating provided. Attendees are welcome to bring in their own chairs or blankets as well. Sponsored by the generous residents of Presque Isle, the show is free!

Kids Fishing Day

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On Wednesday, August 12, young anglers are invited to Pipke Park for the season’s last of the Kids Fishing Days. Kids can fish along the shore, from the piers, or even from a canoe with life jackets and paddles provided. A few fishing mentors will be on hand to help take fish off the hook, measure the catch, assist in the fish release, and more. Fishing starts at 10 a.m. and concludes at noon. While there will be limited poles available for loan, it is highly recommended that kids bring their own equipment. Prizes and a complimentary lunch will be provided by co-sponsors: Presque Isle Lions, Presque Isle Chamber, and Up North Sport ‘N Gifts on Main Street.

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Tunes on the Water: Featuring MoJoe and the Flipside

On Thursday, August 20, MoJoe and the Flipside’s funk, blues, and Americana will get you dancing during the Tunes on the Water event overlooking the lake at Pipke Park! Music will begin at 4 p.m. You’re invited to sit at the picnic tables near Pipke Park Hut or to park around the pond and listen to the music as it is amplified by the water.

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For more information about these events, and to plan your visit to this quaint, welcoming town in the The Last Wilderness of Wisconsin, visit PresqueIsle.com, or find Presque Isle Chamber on Facebook or Instagram at @wisconsinslastwilderness.

Gleason Area Lions Club Golf Tournament GLEASON – Tee up for the Gleason Area Lions Club 2020 Annual Golf Tournament! This four-person scramble will be held on August 15, 2020, at Club X to C. To ensure your spot in the tournament, you can register and pay early either by paying a tournament committee member or paying at Club X to C. The cost for this event is $50 per person for those registering and prepaying prior to August 5 and $55 per person for those paying on the day of the event. This cost includes a cart and lunch.

Hole events include closest to the pin with the second shot, men’s and women’s longest put, men’s and women’s longest drive, closest to the water, closest to the green sand trap from off the tee, closest to the flower pot, closest to the pin from off the tee, and, for the prize of a 2020 Pioneer 700 2-Seat Honda UTV, the hole in one.

On August 15, registration is at 9:30 a.m., and tee-off is at 10 a.m.

Club X to C is located at W890 County Road C in Gleason. You can contact Club X to C by calling (715) 356-1546.

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You’re Never Far Away from Great Fishing in Sawyer County!

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SAWYER COUNTY – The Lake Chippewa Flowage is not your average destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Formed in 1924 by the Wisconsin/Minnesota Power and Light Company’s dam across the Chippewa River, backing up the waters of 11 natural lakes, 9 natural rivers, and innumerable ponds and streams, the Big Chip is Wisconsin’s largest wilderness lake and third-largest lake overall—with more than 17,000 water acres—preserved in its pristine wilderness state.

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It also happens to be home to some of the finest fishing in the Midwest. Walleye, black crappie, musky and bluegill are the most popular species among Lake Chippewa Flowage anglers.

DNR fishery management strategies optimize conditions for the reproduction, growth, and survival to preferred sizes of these species in particular. Yellow perch and smallmouth bass add diversity to the flowage’s fishing, and their numbers are on the rise. Largemouth bass and northern pike are present in increasing numbers, particularly in the western basin. These waters also spawned a world-record muskellunge. At 69 pounds, 11 ounces, this monster was taken

by Louis Spray in 1949 and upheld by the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame as one of the bestdocumented world record muskies of all time.

Because the Lake Chippewa Flowage is so massive, with more than 200 miles of undeveloped shoreline and 140 islands,

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we highly recommend using a lake map for navigation. You can also find more information about flowage resorts, dining, fish cribs, camping islands, original lakebeds, fishing reports, fishing guides, and things to do nearby at chippewaflowage.com.

Although there is undoubtedly excellent fishing on the Big Chip, Sawyer County’s smaller waters also provide plentiful flat-water fishing opportunities. Connors Lake and Lake of the Pines are good fishing lakes with walleye, bass, musky, northern pike, and panfish present. These two lakes are close to each other, so you can fish one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. Spinners, spoons, and crank baits are the most frequently used baits in Connors and Lake of the Pines. Leeches, minnows, and crawlers are the live baits used. For you’re looking for a trophy musky, fish Connors Lake—a clear lake of 427 acres that has a 90-foot hole and an average depth of 40 feet. Walleye are the primary fish, and a healthy population of smallmouth bass, perch, and bluegill are also present. Try for walleye along the west shore in the fallen timber, on rock bars, and along weed lines, using slip bobbers or jigs with live bait. There is a state campground on the lake. At 273 acres, Lake of the Pines has a good population of musky, walleye, and northern pike and an excellent population of panfish, especially crappie.

Not to be forgotten, Bass Lake is a little gem located about 3 miles off Highway W on Tower Hill Road. Camping and boat motors are not allowed on this lake, so boats must be walked in.

Largemouth bass and bluegills are the two main species fished.

Opt for fly rod fishing for “gills” using poppers or flies, or try using ultralight rods with worms and small leeches. For largemouth bass, use weedless crank baits, spinners, and jigs tipped with a piece of crawler.

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A Glimpse into the Fur Trade at Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park DANBURY – Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park, located near Danbury on 80 beautiful wooded acres along the historic Yellow River, is a living history site. On premises, you’ll find two reconstructed fur trade posts—North West Company and XY Company—on the site, which was active from 1802 to 1805. There is also an Ojibwe village, providing a glimpse into Ojibwe life during the time of the fur trade. Other aspects of Northwest Wisconsin history are highlighted by the diverse museums on site, which include a logging museum and a one-room schoolhouse.

Music at the Forts

The Forts also host several great events throughout the year. On August 22, 2020, come to the historical park to enjoy Music at the Forts (Summer Edition), which features six bands performing an assortment of musical genres, delicious food, and a free tour included with admission. Admission to this event is $10.

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Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park is located at 8500 County Road U in Danbury (Burnett County). Visit theforts.org for more information about hours, tours, and events at the Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park.

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Explore the Trails and Water This Summer: Find Your Ride at Hayward Power Sports HAYWARD – Summer is in full stride. The weather is phenomenal, and there’s never been a better time to find yourself in the remote waterways and trails of Northwest Wisconsin. “It’s time to find your ride” at Hayward Power Sports. This shop has got all the latest toys by top-name manufacturers and a dedicated and knowledgeable sales and service team to help you make your choice.

Hayward Power Sports is the Midwest’s largest outdoor recreational rental service. At this one-stop shop, you can find wide inventory of new and used power sports equipment—including ATVs, UTVs, snowmobiles, pontoons, PWCs, and fishing boats.

You’ll find reputable names like Polaris, Can-Am, Bennington, Lund, Sun Tracker, Sea-Doo, Ski-Doo, Yamaha, and Mercury at Hayward Power Sports. They also carry docks, motors, trailers, and more.

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Only in the area for the week and not looking to buy? Hayward Power Sports offers rental services for both marine equipment and off-road vehicles. Hayward Power Sports also offers repair and maintenance service, and the knowledgeable technicians are certified for every brand Hayward Power Sports carries. You’ll be back on the water or on the trail in no time.

When it’s time to store away your toys, the pros at Hayward Power Sports will give you value and peace of mind. Pick-up and delivery are available. Be sure to call well in advance to make a reservation—indoor storage fills up fast!

Hayward Power Sports is conveniently located 10 minutes east of Hayward, right off the Saywer Country Trail System, at 12305 Highway 77 in Hayward. Call them at (715) 462-3674 or visit haywardpowersports.com for more information.

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Barron County Xtreme Bull Riding Is On! RICE LAKE – Mark your calendars: the “best and largest” Xtreme Bull Riding event ever presented in Wisconsin will go on in 2020, with a new date of Saturday, September 12.

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With a long history firmly rooted in American culture, bull riding is a fierce, adrenaline-pumping sport that wows the crowd. The Xtreme Bull Riding event features professional bull riders hailing from Brazil, Mexico, and the United States and bulls provided by the top-notch livestock provider, CC Bucking Bulls. Whether you sit in the covered bleachers or dare to watch from bull’s-eye level in The Cage, you’re in for an amazing show. After the main event, stick around for Chris Kroeze’s live concert in the rodeo arena.

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The Barron County Fairgrounds Xtreme Bull event will take place at the fairgrounds at 329 Wisconsin Highway 48 in Rice Lake. For more information, visit barroncountyxtremebull.com.

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U.P. Michigan Region 43rd Annual Lake Gogebic Walleye Tournament Scheduled for September

BERGLAND – The 43rd Annual Lake Gogebic Walleye Tournament, in memory of John Murphy, Jr., will be held on September 11 and 12, 2020. Participate for your chance of winning the $2,000 grand prize (and trophy), $1,000 second prize, $400 third prize, fourth–tenth-place prizes for walleye, and daily prizes for largest bass, perch, and northern pike—that’s thousands of dollars in cash and prizes! Catch and release is appreciated.

Starting time on Friday and Saturday is 8 a.m. Eastern (7 a.m.

Central), and ending time is 5 p.m. Eastern (4 p.m. Central).

Check-in stations are Hoop ’n Holler and Gogebic Lodge. All fish must be checked in at either of these stations. Boat inspection takes place from 7 to 9 a.m. Eastern (6 to 7 a.m. Central) at Hoop ’n Holler, Gogebic Lodge, and Bergland Dock.

Register by August 27 for a special early-bird fee of $50 and your chance to win the early-bird drawing for a surprise from the Murphy family! After August 27, the entry fee is $75.

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After a great day of fishing, enjoy dinner at the Gogebic Lodge after the tournament—free to all contestants.

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For more information, email info@LakeGogebicArea.com, call 1-888-GOGEBIC, or visit www.LakeGogebicArea.com.

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Get Ready for the Toughest, Most Rewarding 400 Meters of Your Life!

IRONWOOD – What’s 400 meters? Just one lap around the track—no big deal, right? Think again! The Red Bull 400 is the STEEPEST 400-meter race, and it is returning to the Upper Peninsula’s iconic ski flying hill, Copper Peak, this September!

At the Red Bull 400, you’ll face unbelievably intense competition as you test your strength and commitment alongside the fiercest athletes. This might be the toughest 400 meters of your life! But you’ll be richly rewarded—not just by the satisfaction of completing this grueling event but also by the amazing views from atop Copper Peak during prime fall foliage viewing season.

Although originally scheduled for May 16, the Red Bull 400 Copper Peak has been rescheduled to September 26, 2020. For more information and event updates, visit www. redbull.com/us-en/events/redbull-400-copper-peak.

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Copper Peak, located near Ironwood in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula, is the only ski flying hill outside of Europe. It was built in 1969, designated a Michigan State Historic Site in 1971, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.

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