2020 Crivitz Visitor Guide

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elcome to Crivitz and the Near North vacationland, your affordable family destination.

Located one hour north of Green Bay, in the heart of the Northwoods, we have everything you want in a vacation area. We’re just closer than the others. Our county is the “set your own pace” place. Go like the dickens or take your time and proceed quietly. As you will see, there is plenty to do here, or plenty of ways to sit back and do nothing.

The Near North is a great place to live, work and play.

We hope to see you soon!

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Every effort has been made to make this guide as accurate as possible.

We regret any errors or omissions.

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2 Welcome 3 Land of Oz 4-5 Calendar of Events 5 Lake Noquebay Sportsman’s Club 5 Public Service Info 6 Parks 7 Waterfalls 8 Camping & Bird Watching 9 Governor Thompson State Park 10 Adventure 11 Lodging 12 Dining 13 Shopping 14-15 Fishing 15 Park Lodges 16 Crivitz Airport & Golf 17 Waterski Shows 18 Summer Fun 19 Big Water 20 ATV/UTV 21 Horseback Riding & Hunting 22 Rustic Roads & Fall Colors 23 Biking/Hiking & Quiet Water 24-25 Winter 26-43 Advertisers 27 Camping, Adventure, &

Outfitters Chart 32 Real Estate Chart 33 Beauty Salons & Health

Services Chart 41 Business & Service Chart

LAND OF OZ

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dventures are what the Near North is all about. Some of these adventures are well known and have been around for many years. Others are a bit of a secret. I intend to get one of these secrets out in the open for you to enjoy.

yellow brick road to follow just yet, so follow your heart – and your sense of adventure – to Garry’s Land of Oz.

Ten minutes north of Crivitz is the cozy little Village of Wausaukee.

Friendly folk, shops, stores and services like many other small Wisconsin towns. But there is something else, something unique to the area, maybe unique to Wisconsin, maybe unique to the Midwest: The Wizard of Oz Museum. Never heard of it, have you? Located only a block west of Highway 141 (319 1st Street), it’s one of the best-kept secrets in the area. Its owner and founder is Garry Parrett – or as I like to call him, “the Wizard of Wausaukee.” His unassuming wood-frame building houses over 15,000 collectible items relating to The Wizard of Oz – movie items, memorabilia, toys, ornaments, and so many other knickknacks that tend to drop your jaw. The Wizard’s collection started in 1989 with the gift of a commemorative plate from his wife Barb. Thirty years later, the museum was opened for the visiting public. So many items have been added that the restrooms have been removed to house additional “Oz goodies.”

The Wizard of Oz was a magical movie to me as a youngster; my visit to this museum rekindled that magic. There is no admission fee to visit his wonderland, but donations are appreciated. The museum is open from the second week of April to the first weekend of October by appointment only. Appointments can be made by calling or texting 715-927-0767. Leaving a message and sending a text are the most preferred methods. There is no

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11 Easter Egg Hunt. Veterans Crivitz Community Park, 11:30 AM. Children 9 & under. Inclement weather site is Crivitz High School.

12 Easter Egg Tournament. Dockside Bar. 715-7573244.

18 St. Agnes Church Dinner and Show. Amberg, 5PM. 19 Iron Snow Shoe Inc Annual Banquet. Sunday at 5:00 pm at Rene’s Dining Room. For tickets, 715-757-3411.

28 Sip for a Cause. Crivitz Food pantry fundraiser.

216 S. Highway 141, Crivitz. Ticket required. 715854-2859.

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JANUARY 1 1st Annual Polar Plunge. Dockside Bar, Eagle Road, 715-757-3244.

18 & 19 Free Winter Fishing Weekend.

18 Annual Wausaukee Lions Brat Fry. Northwoods Bar, Amberg WI. 11AM–3PM. 18 High Falls Snowmobile Radar Run. 8:30 AM. 800’ track. Trophies in all classes. Sponsored by the Twin Bridge Water Ski Team. 12 miles NW of Crivitz, Boat Landing 3 Road. For more information, call 715-757-3511.

25 Lady’s Night. Dockside Pub. Band starts @ 7PM. 715-757-3244.

25 Annual Ice Skating Party and Tree Burn. 6PM, Village Fire Department, Crivitz.

29 Western Dance Club Lessons. North Country Kickers, most Wednesday evenings. Western, line, and novelty dances. Start at 7PM @ Dance Hall.

Lessons through April. $4 at the door. 715-9272076.

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8 Glen Lake Fish-A-Rama. Amberg. Driftwood Sportshop, 715-759-5421.

15 Candlelight Ski & Hike. Governor Thompson State Park. 6PM-9PM. Additional Information: 715-757-3979.

16 Fishing & Fun Fundraiser for Crivitz Youth Wrestling. Lake Noquebay @ Timberline Resort. Registration 7AM–9AM, $5 per child. Raffles & prizes. Information call 715-9273202.

16 Bingo-Crivitz Area Women's Club at the Village Hall 1pm 715-927-8247 29 Lake Noquebay Fish-O-Rama. Timberline Resort on County Hwy GG east of Crivitz. Hosted by Lake Noquebay Angler’s Patnership. 3 prizes in 7 fish categories. Food, beverages, contests, games, raffles under large tent. 715-854-2439.

29 Twin Bridge Takedown SXS Ice Course Race.

Off Boat Landing 3 in our heated tent. Food & beverages, raffles. Information 715-7573511. www.SXSsportsracing.com.

FEBRUARY

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1 3rd Annual Wrestling Classic. Proceeds to Crivitz Wrestling. Pro Wrestling by Under the Lights Entertainment. Sponsor Packages available. Info @ 920-676-6943 or 715-927-3202.

1 Annual Ice Bowling Tournament. Parkway Inn, 715-757-3451.

1 Ice Softball. Lake Noquebay – Timberline Resort. Call Joe at 715-789-2430. 10-person teams. Co-ed. Starts 10AM. 1 6th Annual Outhouse Races. Firelane Bar, Athelstane, 715-856-6943.

8 High Falls Fish-O-Rama, Snowmobile Radar Run & Winter Fest. Food, beverages, raffles in heated tent, 800’ track. Trophies in all classes. Sponsored by the Twin Bridge Water Ski Team. 12 miles NW of Crivitz, Boat Landing 3 Road. For more information, call 715-757-3511.

8 St. Mary Parish Polka Band Mass. 10:30AM, Henriette Ave. Everyone is welcome.

7 Annual Bucket Golf Tournament. Tony’s Dockside Bar & Grill. Eagle Road. Info 715-757-3244.

14 & 15 Annual Wausaukee Lions 9 Pin Tournament. Noon start. For information, call Joe at 715-856-5331.

21 & 22 Annual Wausaukee Lions 9 Pin Tournament. Noon start. For information, call Joe at 715-856-5331.

21 Annual Bucket Golf Tournament. Dockside Bar & Grill, Eagle Road. 715-757-3244.

22 Bingo-Crivitz Area Women's Club at the Village Hall 1pm 715-927-8247

APRIL 7 Election Day Dinner. Amberg Community Center.

10:30AM start.

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1 Annual Salad Luncheon Grace Lutheran Church, Pembine. Noon.

2 Spring Craft Show/Fair. Crivitz High School, 8:30AM–2PM. 23 Red, White, & Music Festival in Crivitz. Benefit for Crivitz Fire Department. Fun for all ages. Food, music, dancing.

25 Amberg Community Memorial Bake Sale.

30 The Crivitz Stephenson Historical Museum Opens for the Season.

30 Silvercliff Legion Picnic. Silvercliff Picnic grounds, 11AM. 30 Memorial Day Service. Pine Hill Circle of Flags. 9:15AM. 30 Memorial Day Service. Amberg Cemetery, Dinner at the Community Center. 11AM. 30 Memorial Day Service. Crivitz Cemetery Circle of Flags. 10:30AM.

JUNE Crivitz Flea Markets. Thursdays, June–August & July 4th at the Village Square.

Crivitz Ski Cats Ski Team Water Ski Shows. Mid June–mid August. Wednesdays & Saturdays, 6:30PM, Lake Noquebay. More information: www. crivitzskicats.org.

Twin Bridge Ski Team Water Ski Shows. Mid June– mid August. Thursdays & Saturdays, 6:30PM. High Falls Boat Landing 3. More information: www. twinbridgewaterskiteam.com.

Movies in the Park. Thursdays in Summer (June to August) Village of Crivitz.

6 & 7 Free Fishing Weekend. Residents & nonresidents, all ages. Fish without a license this weekend only.

6 & 7 Open House Weekend at Governor Thompson State Park & Peshtigo River State Forest. Free Admission. For more information: 715-757-3979.

13 Annual Pan Fishing Tournament. Tony’s Dockside Bar & Grill, Eagle Road. Info 715-757-3244.

18 Crivitz Lions Shooting & Sports Banquet at The Woods Dining & Spirits. Tickets available in April till the day of the Banquet at Bemis Insurance and by mail to: Crivitz Lions, W8515 Kuchta Road, Crivitz, WI 54114.

27 3rd Annual Tube Pull across the Peshtigo River. Tony’s Dockside Bar & Grill. Eagle Road. Info 715-757-3244.

JULY

4 Crivitz Parade. Downtown Crivitz, 11AM start.

4 Wausaukee Parade. 1PM on Main Street.

4 Amberg Legion Turkey Shoot. 11AM–3PM, Amberg Ballpark.

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4 Twin Bridge Water Ski Show. 6:30PM @ Boat Landing 3 Road on High Falls. Food & refreshments. Fireworks to follow. 715-757-3511.

4 Ski Cats Water Ski Show. Lake Noquebay. Food & refreshments. Fireworks to follow.

21 Christmas in July Pontoon Boat Ride. Tony’s Dockside Bar & Grill. Eagle Road. 1PM. Info 715757-3244.

25 Annual Hog Wrestling. Caldron Falls Bar, Parkway Road. www.caldronfallsbarandgrill. com. 715-757-3467.

29 Learn to Ski. Sponsored by the Twin Bridge Water Ski Team, 2–5PM. Information 715-7573511.

AUGUST 1 Pembine Community Picnic. 11AM start @ Pembine Town Park.

8 Annual Foam Party & DJ. 4PM @ Tony’s Dockside Bar & Grill. Eagle Road. Info 715-757-3244.

8 Amberg Community Association Benefit. Duck Race & Brat Fry. 11AM @ Mosquito Park.

8 Silver Cliff Fire and Rescue 41st Annual Auxiliary Picnic. 11AM to 5PM. Silver Cliff Park on Hwy C. Raffles, country store, adult and children’s games, music, water fights. Chicken booyah, brats, hamburgers, French fries, corn, snack shack, etc. Preceded by a parade at 10AM (along Hwy C) with community floats, antique vehicles, area fire departments.

14-16 Village Wide Rummage Sale. Thursday to Saturday. Information @ www.crivitz.com.

20-23 Marinette County Fair. Wausaukee Fairgrounds. Exhibits, food, rides, demo derby, truck pulls, contests, animal exhibitions.

24 Corn Roast Water Ski Show. Crivitz Ski Cats @ Lake Noquebay Park.

SEPTEMBER 5 Auction Fundraiser for Athelstane Fire Department & Wausaukee Rescue. Northwoods Bar, 10AM. 9 Western Dance Club Lessons. North Country Kickers, most Wednesday evenings. Start at 7PM @ Equity Hall. 3 miles east of Highway 141 on Highway 64. Lessons through April. $4 at the door.

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12 4th Annual John Schamberg ATV/ARV Memorial Ride. 11AM @ Tony’s Dockside Bar & Grill. Eagle Road. Info 715-757-3244.

19 Oktoberfest. John Shaffer Pavilion, Village of Crivitz. Music, food, dancing, games.

26 Silvercliff Chili Fest & Soup Contest. Silvercliff picnic grounds, 11AM. 26 Fall Color Weekend. Governor Thompson State Park. Enjoy the fall colors at the park. Events varied.

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26 Harvest Festival. Crivitz Harvest Festival and Craft Show. Crivitz High School. 8:30AM–2PM. Crafters, vendors, bake sale. Local businesses feature specials. 715-854-2721.

OCTOBER 3 Annual Fall Festival. Wausaukee Main Street, 9AM start. Vendors, crafts, goods, food, refreshments & music.

10 Coats for Kids Octoberfest. Tony’s Dockside Bar & Grill. Eagle Road. Info 715-757-3244.

10 & 11 Annual Musky Tournament. High & Caldron Falls Musky Tournament at Fishers Camp, Boat Landing 10 and Popp’s Resort, Boat Landing 4. 715-757-3511.

24 St. Agnes Catholic Church Turkey Dinner with all the Trimmings. 4–6PM @ Amberg church hall.

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NOVEMBER 3 Election Day Dinner at the Amberg Community Center. Starts @10:30AM. 12 Holiday Auction-Crivitz Area Women's Club at the Village Hall Doors open 4:30pm Auction begins 6pm 715-927-8247 12 Bingo-Crivitz Area Women's Club at the Village Hall 1pm715-927-8247 21 Craft Show. 9AM start. To benefit NEWCAP. At the Crivitz High School. 715-927-7349.

26 Thanksgiving Day Dinner @ Pembine Town Hall.

11:30AM. 26 7th Annual Amberg Pub Free Thanksgiving Dinner.

4PM. Donations go to annual children’s Christmas party.

28 Christmas in the Village. Crivitz Village Hall. 10AM–2PM. Santa Claus visit, photos, games & crafts for the kids.

28 Christmas Parade. Village of Crivitz, 5:30PM, Crivitz Main Street. Floats & fun.

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ocated just north of Marinette County’s largest inland lake is the clubhouse for the Lake Noquebay Sportsman’s Club. The club was formed by a group of local individuals with a passion for trap shooting. A parking area was installed, then through donations and volunteer efforts, a clubhouse was built. A few years later, housing for the members running the trap throwers. More recently, voice activated trap throwers were installed. A rifle range was also set up. The club is self sustaining, through dues payments and range fees. A board of directors is elected annually and controls the activities held at the club. Membership is available through the club.

Several trap shooting leagues are run throughout the year. The trap range is currently open to both members and the general public. The club hosts hunter safety courses and youth hunts. The clubhouse is located 1/2 mile south of County Road X on Maple Beach Road, in the Town of Middle Inlet. Membership and additional information is available by calling 715-923-8690.

Rules and regulations can be accessed at:

Winter Snowmobile & ATV trails open. Subject to weather. Toll-free trail conditions: 844-CRIVITZ. 5 Amberg Museum Cookie & Bake Sale. 9AM start @ Old House Amberg.

5 Wausaukee Library Cookie Sale. Wausaukee, 9AM start.

19 7th Annual Children’s Christmas Party.

11:30AM–2PM @ Amberg Pub. 25 Annual Christmas Day Dinner. Amberg Community Center. Noon. Pre-registration required, 715-690-9807.

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Public Service Information

Town of Stephenson Fire Department 715.927.2793

Crivitz Area School District www.crivitz.k12.wi.us 715.854.2721

Aurora Bay Area Health Center 715-854-3940 www.aurorahealthcare.org

Crivitz Food Pantry Open 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month. 715-927-4663.

Emergencies 911 All other numbers are Non-Emergency

Bellin Health Center - Crivitz 715-854-7477 www.bellin.org

Crivitz Area Museum Open June–September 12–4 pm, Wed. through Sat. Corner of Oak St. & South Ave. 715.854.3278

Crivitz Village Hall www.villageofcrivitz.com 715.854.2030 Town of Stephenson www.stephensonwisc.com 715.757.2421 Crivitz Rescue Squad www.crivitzrescue.com 715.854.7666 Twin Bridge Rescue Squad www.twinbridgerescue.com 715.927.1641 Crivitz Fire Department www.crivitzfd.com NON-EMERGENCY NUMBER 715.854.7201

Quantum Health Care 715-854-7050 www.quantumfamilycare.org Fire Permits Issued: T & B One Stop 715.854.3223 Corner Convenience 715.757.2373 Country Convenience 715.757.3629 Red Pine Amoco 715.757.2180

MAR-OCO Landfill N7785 Shaffer Road M–F 8 am–4 pm, 1st & 3rd Sat. 8 am-12 pm.

April to October.

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Churches: Athelstane Presbyterian Church N12826 Davis Rd, Athelstane 715.854.5711 Corner Assembly of God Church N12102 Cty Roads A & C, Athelstane 715.854.5363 Faith Presbyterian Church 806 Fritzie Ave, Crivitz • 715.854.2222 Grace Ev Lutheran Church WELS 716 Henriette Ave, Crivitz 715.854.2216 Living Waters Lutheran Church Affiliated with LCMC W7842 Airport Rd, Crivitz 715.927.7084

Recycling Centers: Village of Crivitz (Town of Stephenson Garage) Wed. and Sat., 9 am–4 pm.

August St. off Hall Ave.

Northwood's Apostolic Church P.O. Box 821 Crivitz • 715.938.4935

Town of Stephenson (Twin Bridge Site) Tues., Sat., & Sun., 9 am–4 pm.

W11280 Cty Road X

New Life Church www.newlifechurchag.com 219 South Ave, Crivitz

St. Mary’s Catholic Rectory Henriette, Crivitz • 715.854.2501

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P A RKS

In the Village of Crivitz, visit Don Brooks Park, located on the Peshtigo River and County Road W. It features river access, playground, picnic tables, restrooms and a beach area.

Littleland playground is near the center of the village. It has an extensive playscape area that borders a baseball field and an incorporated disc golf course.

CLOSEST COUNTY PARKS Lake Noquebay Park is on the south side of this largest inland lake in Marinette County. The park features a boat landing, a playground area, sand beach, outside showers, bathhouse, restrooms, and log recreation center. The building can be rented for reunions and other gatherings.

Left Foot Lake Park is 5 minutes southwest of the village. This is one of the newly improved parks. As the name implies, it is located on Left Foot Lake. This park has an improved swimming area with sand beach, and boat landing.

One step further, Twin Bridge Park is located on the west side of High Falls Flowage. High Falls is known for its pristine shoreline, studded with granite outcroppings and attractive Northwoods forestland. Amenities include restrooms and dressing rooms, picnic tables, sand beach and playground. Camping is offered.

Thunder Mountain Park is one of the few parks in the area without immediate access to a body of water. This is a gently developed 160-acre park that represents the highest point in Marinette County. This park features hiking trails with beautiful views and natural wonder.

Governor Thompson State Park is northeast Wisconsin’s newest park attraction. It continues to evolve and improve. This park is just northwest of Twin Bridge Park and is located on Caldron Falls Flowage. It boasts of two inland lakes, flowage access, boat launches, picnic areas, sand beaches, wooded ski or hiking trails, and public use buildings. Camping is offered, with 87 rustic sites, 16 sites w/electric, and 3 boat-in sites.

Camping is offered at many of the parks in this area. That information can be obtained in the camping section of this guide or online through “The Real North” or Governor Thompson State Park.

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visit to the many parks in and around Crivitz is just the ticket for recreation on a beautiful day.

WATERFAL LS Waterfalls Capital of Wisconsin

Put on some good walking shoes and use caution, as some of the trails are rough, and the rushing waters can be dangerous.

See center of book for pull out location map.

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VETERAN’S FALLS

Take Cty Hwy W west out of Crivitz to Parkway Rd. North. Veteran’s Park is 3 miles north of W on Parkway.

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STRONG FALLS

On the Peshtigo River in Goodman Park between Hwy 8 and Cty Hwy C on Parkway Road (Cty I).

FOUR FOOT FALLS

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Just north of the bridge at Carney Rapids is a dirt road to the east. Drive or walk the road about 1/2 mile. A short walk along a path to the right takes you to the falls.

TWELVE FOOT FALLS

Located on the Pike River just west of Hwy 141 off of Hwy 8. Take Lilly Lake Rd south from Hwy. 8 and follow the signs.

HORSESHOE FALLS

Take 12 Foot Falls Rd south past Trout Haven Road to FR510. Follow FR510 to the turn-off and parking area for the falls. The roads are sometimes in rough shape during frost out in spring and in muddy weather.

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BULL FALLS

Take Hwy K to the east just south of Amberg.

1/4 mile to the power lines. Short walk down the power lines to the river.

LONG SLIDE FALLS

On Morgan Park Rd. Continue until you see the sign. Falls drop about 50 feet through a chute filled with rocks and ledges.

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McCLINTOCK FALLS

15 miles from Twin Bridge Park is the entrance to McClintock Park Campground. Short walk to waters. Falls are actually series of rapids beneath many bridges.

CARNEY RAPIDS

Continue east on Hwy 8 to Old Cty. Rd A; turn south and go about 2 miles to the first bridge.

Carney Rapids is an area of rushing water that can be viewed from the road just to the west of the bridge.

EIGHTEEN FOOT FALLS

Go north on Twelve Foot Falls Road and take the second sand road on the right. 1/2 mile to the falls.

EIGHT FOOT FALLS

Our waterfalls are the best!

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arinette County’s waterfalls are considered the jewel of the north. Indeed, we are officially the “Waterfalls Capital of Wisconsin.” This tour has been modified and improved over the years for all to enjoy. The tour consists of accessible falls in Marinette County. Crivitz provides the gateway to these falls.

Just downstream of Twelve Foot Falls. A short walk though the campground and down a path takes you right to the falls.

The waterfalls tour begins just west of Crivitz and continues north, east and again to the south. You DAVE’S FALLS Located at Dave's Falls County Park, on Hwy 141 can plan half-day trips to just south of Amberg. visit some of the falls or easily spend a whole day SMALLEY FALLS Chute Falls peppered with boulders. Take 141 about with adventure and awe.

5 miles north of Pembine to Morgan Park Rd. Follow The natural wonders of the rivers and the sheer power Morgan Park Rd. of falls are here for your PIER’S GORGE enjoyment. Once you have Take Hwy 141 north to Hwy 8 east. Follow 8 made the tour you can east across the bridge and turn left at the sign. return to your favorites and Follow the road back to the end. There is a foot path that takes you back to the various vistas explore the trails up and down each river or flowage. that the gorge offers.

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amping in the Near North is easy, very accessible, and great fun. Whether your choice is public campgrounds or one of our many private campsites, a trip to the Crivitz area is well worth the short drive. Many of the campgrounds are on or near waterways.

Fishing, boating, skiing, or just a good old boat ride are great ways to relax on your camping trip.

For county park camping reservations please call 715-732-7530. www.marinettecounty.com/parks/camping

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he Crivitz area – indeed all of Marinette County -- is flush with bird watching opportunities. The abundant woods, forests, fields, wetlands, rivers and lakes offer ample places for birders, naturalists and others on ecothemed vacations to see multiple species of songbirds, birds of prey, upland birds, wading birds and waterfowl.

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Hawks, osprey and bald eagles rule the skies from above, while perching/songbirds go about their daily business raising their young and filling the air with pretty songs. Our beloved loons are a common sight on the larger lakes, and blue herons can be seen stalking the shorelines. Once you see (and hear) a pileated woodpecker, you’ll never forget that one! Nor the sound of a Great Horned Owl during the evening hours.

Spring and fall are migration times, so you’ll see the most birds during those months. Bring the binoculars or spotting scope so you can observe them from a distance without disturbing them, especially during nesting times.

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G O VE RNOR THOMPSON STATE P ARK

GOVERNOR THOMPSON STATE PARK & GOVERNOR EARL PESHTIGO RIVER STATE FOREST

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he Governor Thompson State Park is located just sixteen miles northwest of Crivitz off of Ranch Road and Paust Lane, in the picturesque "Twin Bridge" area of Marinette County. Along with the Governor Earl Peshtigo River State Forest the property covers 15,000 acres of recreational land along Caldron, High and Johnson Falls Flowages.

The park has a spacious wooded 100-site campground with a modern shower building. A small 16-site rustic campground on Old Veteran’s Lake, 6 boat-in campsites on Caldron Falls Flowage and 4 boat-in sites on the islands on High Falls Flowage. The water sites are rustic but ideally located to take maximum advantage of the scenic surroundings. Camping reservations are already being accepted for next season at www.wi.parks.net .

Visitors may cruise through the park without charge, but to stop, get out of their vehicles or use the facilities, visitors must first purchase vehicle admission (park sticker) to use the park.

The state park is open daily from 6 am-11 pm; admission may be purchased at the park office.

We have 16 miles of mowed hiking trails to explore; the park includes giant granite rock outcroppings, birds, wild flowers, animals, and the amazing fall colors of the area. In the winter, the park has six miles of groomed ski trails for both classic and skate skiers and 2.5 miles of packed snowshoe trails to enjoy.

The state forest has another trail system at Spring Rapids off Kirby Lake Lane. Spring Rapids has 6 miles of hiking trail that is groomed in the winter for both classic and skate skiing.

Woods Lake is a popular area for family time activities in the park. The picnic area has a beach, changing rooms and restrooms, drinking water, tables, a fire ring and grills as well as beautiful views of Woods Lake. Rentals of kayaks and paddleboards are available for use on the 48-acre non-motorized lake.

The Woods Lake shelter building is open for picnics or to be used in winter as a warming shelter. The shelter is also available by reservation for social gatherings and meetings.

Shore-fishing, ice-fishing and non-motorized boating is permitted on Woods, Huber, and Old Veteran’s Lakes.

The park and forest have 15 boat landings on Caldron/High/ Johnson Falls Flowages. South Bay (#13), Musky Point (#9), West Bay (#1) and Channel Landing (#5) all have restrooms, picnic tables, and a boarding dock. All of these facilities of are ADA accessible. South Bay and Musky Point also have accessible fishing piers.

Every season brings another reason to make us one of your favorite destinations. For more information, call the park office at 715-757-3979. www.dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/govthompson www.dnr.wi.gov/topic/StateForests/peshtigoRiver/

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AD V E N T UR E

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ake a Northwoods adventure in Crivitz and the Marinette County area. We have everything from rock climbing, zip lining, ropes course, paintball and whitewater rafting for your choice of adventure.

The scenery is gorgeous. Granite outcroppings, huge facings, and near-virgin timber forests line the banks of our whitewater paradise.

If a quieter type of rafting is what you are looking for, then check with your outfitter.

There are a several spots on the river that you won’t lose the cooler on.

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Lodging Phone/Website

Crivitz Lodge Lakeside Bar, Grill & Lodging Peshtigo River Front Rental Pine Beach Cottages Pines Motel Pine Acres Resort Popp’s Resort Silver Cliff Retreat Twin Bridge Resort Wildman Adventure Resort

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rivitz has the ultimate indoor sport, shopping! Top off a day in the great outdoors with an outing through our many boutiques and shops. As expected, you will find beautiful crafts and country made items mixed in with antique shops and sporting good stores.

But perhaps what you didn't expect is the amazing variety of specialty shops featuring everything from jewelry to premier wines.

Wisconsin is famous for its cheese, and Crivitz has the best cheeses available for you to take back to the cabin or all the way back home.

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F I S H IN G

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he Crivitz area offers a classic Northwoods environment with plenty of excellent fishing. This area offers anglers both variety in the type of water they choose to fish, as well as diverse fisheries in these waters. Anglers can choose to fish one of the Peshtigo River Flowages, a small natural lake, 2,400acre Lake Noquebay or the Menominee River. So whether you choose to fish from a large boat, canoe, kayak or wade along the shoreline, you will find some type of water to fit your needs.

In central Marinette County the main focal point for anglers are the Peshtigo River Flowages. Both High Falls Flowage and Caldron Falls Flowage offer a quality angling experience along with a semi-wilderness setting.

Caldron Falls Flowage covers 1,100 acres and has a maximum depth of 40 feet. Typical of a northern Wisconsin flowage, plenty of shoreline wood cover, submerged stumps, weeds and offshore structure are present. Caldron Falls is best known for its quality musky fishery although there is also a good population of walleye, bass and panfish.

Caldron Falls also has a good crappie population and they cooperate in spring.

High Falls Flowage is the second flowage on the Peshtigo River. Covering 1,500 acres, High Falls is riverine in nature with a higher percentage of deeper water than Caldron Falls. High Falls has a diversified fishery, which offers trophy musky, smallmouth, walleye, largemouth and panfish. This is one place where anglers will experience a mixed bag and still have a chance at a trophy. If the action is 14

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slow with one specie switch to another and you will find action.

May is an excellent month to fish High Falls Flowage.

The walleye population is increasing and anglers report increased catches each year.

By the middle of May, smallmouth bass start to cruise along the rocky shorelines and the action is fantastic.

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High Falls also has an excellent musky fishery that produces trophy class fish annually. After the season opens most anglers have success fishing bucktails and twitch baits in the shallow bays. As summer progresses muskies move out along the weedlines and also to the off shore structure. In fall fish the weedlines, points, and structure with jerkbaits and crankbaits.

Largemouth bass are abundant on both High Falls Flowage and Caldron Falls Flowage. Fishing the wooded shorelines and weeds with soft plastics is a reliable pattern on either flowage. Largemouth can supply plenty of action in summer throughout the day when walleye and smallmouth head for deep water.

During the winter months ice fishing is very popular on all the frozen water. Rent an ice shanty or bring your own pop up and enjoy the ice fishing in the Crivitz area.

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eed a place to gather with friends and family? Check out the lodges at several of the county parks in the Crivitz area. Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, These rustic log buildings are large open buildings that have large stone fireplaces in them. Each has plenty of seating and several have screen porches. The settings vary, but all are set in Marinette County’s beautiful North Country.

For more information: http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/ or to make reservations for using these buildings, please contact the Assistant Parks Administrator, 715-732-7530 Monday–Friday 9am–4pm.

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rivitz is only an hour north of Green Bay, 180 miles north of Milwaukee and 240 miles north of Chicago. You can easily use Interstate highways or country roads, whichever is your pleasure, or fly in to Marinette County’s only public airport.

The Crivitz Airport is located in the town of Stephenson, just 3 miles west of Crivitz on County Road W in Marinette County’s recreational area. The airport features a 2,500 ft. paved runway with pilot controlled lights and a well maintained turf runway. Free tie downs are available for visiting aircraft.

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Seventy-two holes within five miles of the village of Crivitz provide the variety and challenges of a favorite Wisconsin sport. The diverse nature of each of our courses will make golfing Crivitz an experience that will keep both the novice and advanced golfer enjoying our area season after season.

Hunter’s Glen Golf Club

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he Crivitz Ski Cats were formed around 1961 by Peter and Dan Bugarsky which was the first water ski club in Marinette County. The Crivitz Ski Cats performs east of Crivitz on Lake Noquebay at Lake Noquebay County Park. The Ski Cats are 5 time Wisconsin State Tournament Champions in Div. 2 including an impressive “3-peat” during 2011, 2012, and 2013. Today the general membership of the club is about 70 people who range in age from toddlers to grandparents. The Ski Cats generally perform shows most Wednesdays and Saturdays during June, July, and August.

The Twin Bridge Water Ski Team was formed in 1971. Leon Popp was one of the founding member of the team and is still skiing in the shows. We bought our first boat for $850. and gas was under .50 cents. Times sure have changed in the past 40 years but our team still has the same passion and love for skiing as back

then. The Twin Bridge Water Ski Team performs west of Crivitz on High Falls Flowage at the Stephenson Town Park Thursdays and Saturdays.

At both shows food and refreshments are available for purchase on site. Bring your lawn chair or blanket to watch the show.

These shows have a new theme every year and are excellent entertainment for the whole family. You will see some of the best skiers in the state of Wisconsin, including those who have skied professionally all over the wold. You will see unbelievable barefoot pyramids, large ballet line, mixed doubles, four-tier pyramids, tricks and jumping that will have you asking “how did they do that?” www.CrivitSkiCats.com | www.TwinBridgeSkiTeam.com

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rivitz and summer go together like peanut butter and jelly. The outdoor events and enjoyment reach their high point. Camping, swimming, skiing, hiking, and just about anything that’s done outdoors is done in Crivitz and the Near North vacation area.

Sandy beaches are plentiful throughout Marinette County.

Here is a quick tour of popular beaches in and around Crivitz: Let’s start at Left Foot Lake just southwest of Crivitz and one of the newer beaches to be improved by the Marinette County Park system. It has public parking and a sandy swimming area with neighboring boat launch.

Lake Noquebay Park has a sand beach that is shallow enough for the youngsters to splash around in. This is a 2,300 acres body of water that is a well-known water playground. The park has many other amenities that help add to its popularity, some of which include the boat landing, playground area, outside showers, bathhouse, restrooms, and log recreation center.

The beach at Twin Bridge Park is popular with boaters and skiers. The High Falls Flowage is 1,500 surface acres with wild shoreline and numerous boat landings. While the boaters boat and the skiers ski, the rest of the group wiggles their toes in

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the sandy beach area. There are restrooms and dressing rooms, picnic tables, sand beach and playground. Camping is offered.

Or consider the beach at Little Newton Lake. This beach was modified and improved by the Town of Stephenson some years ago for greater safety and a more user-friendly environment. A public parking lot is located just across the street. This beach has clean sand with a gentle taper of lake bottom. There are public restrooms and lots of sand to lie on along the shore.

If you want more to do in the water than just swim, maybe a raft trip is in order. The portion of the Peshtigo River located northwest of Crivitz has long been popular as a Midwest rafting destination. Whitewater rapids and waterfalls are mixed in with some quiet water that allows you to catch your breath after the first bout of excitement on this Northwoods’ treasure.

Back on the lakes, resorts provide boat rentals on the bigger bodies of water in our area. Rent a pontoon boat or a rowboat and tour the flowages or Lake Noquebay.

Summer is a busy time of year, and activities and events are always scheduled in the area. Check out the calendar of events at crivitz.com or visitcrivitz.com.

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he two largest and most popular bodies of water in this area are Lake Noquebay and the Peshtigo River Flowages.

The wandering shorelines on these two waterways provide boaters with hours of touring pleasure. Forested islands dot both bodies of water, each one having a little something different to look at. Whether you are cruising, skiing, sailing, or just touring, a boat ride on any of the “Crivitz� lakes is an enjoyable way to spend the day.

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Take a snaky trail or one of the wide forest ATV/UTV roads.

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dining, stores and campgrounds. We even have ATV/UTV campgrounds that cater to your every riding need.

UTVing is not just done during the warm months. One of our areas largest winter events is a SXS ice course race. You will not want to miss the Twin Bridge Takedown held the last Saturday of February.

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he Crivitz area features over 400 miles of local trails for the ATV/UTV enthusiasts. Start here and ride trails to any part of the county and beyond.

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orse riding trails are becoming more and more popular in Marinette County due to the efforts of club riders. One of the newer trails is located on the east end of Lake Noquebay just 5 miles north east of the Village of Crivitz. The Clip Clop Trail Riders Club is a non-profit club serving this area. The new trail is nestled in a parcel made up of 3,200 acres of Marinette County Forest Lands. The trail winds through wooded upland areas some lowlands and is just the right mix of gently rolling hills and level ground. The club secured donations and went to work improving, building and maintaining 20 miles of trails, a campsite area, with picnic tables, fire rings and high lines used to tie up horses. A leisurely ride on the trail takes about 6 hours. Horseback riders and the general public are welcome. Hikers are encouraged to use this asset as well. A Marinette County Parks sticker is required if you decide to camp. Donations for trail improvements are accepted but not required. For additional trail information and information on joining the Clip Clop Trail Riders Club use: clipcloptrailriders@gmail.com

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here the great northern forests meet America’s Dairyland. This is where abundant wildlife has a chance to roam for miles and miles without coming in contact with people on a regular basis. Numbers of deer, upland game birds, and waterfowl are seen regularly as you drive our winding country roads. If you are lucky and have a keen eye, you may get a glance at some of the more cautious wildlife hiding in the forest, like wolves, coyotes, bobcats,

bear, and let’s not forget Bigfoot. We have to admit though, most of those reports are made anonymously. Take a short drive to public land, then a walk in the woods with your dog and favorite shotgun and you can let go of all of the stress that everyday life builds around you. Maybe you prefer sitting quietly in a deer stand waiting for the “king of the mountain” to stroll by. Hunters love our “Gateway to the north.”

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The second Rustic Road is west of Crivitz and starts south of the Marinette County line. A ten minute drive west of Crivitz on County Road W will bring you to Parkway Road. Parkway Road (aka County Road I, north of County Road C) is a beautiful roadway that twists and turns along the west side of the Peshtigo River Flowages when you are traveling north of County Road W. Several boat landings are accessed off Parkway, and a stop to take in the beauty of the pristine shores of the flowages is highly recommended. Continue your journey north of County Road C and “rustic” becomes even more evident. North of County Road C the road turns to a gravel roadway cutting through much of Marinette County’s wilderness forestlands. The Peshtigo River (now on the west side of the road) plays guest to a couple of the county’s most popular parks, Goodman and McClintock.

Camping, hiking, biking, and access to trailways are along your entire journey. The Parkway “Rustic Road” can absorb most of a day, depending on how many of the landings, camps, and parks you may stop to enjoy.

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he Crivitz Area is not only the gateway to the north, it is home to picturesque roadways designated as “Rustic Roads.” Two scenic roadways provide quiet beautiful trips through the local Northwoods. The first is on the east side of Lake Noquebay, it travels through the wildlife area consisting over 1,000 acres of county forest property. This road accesses a cross-country ski trail and connects with an even larger body of Marinette County Forest land. Noquebay’s rustic road (Right of Way Road) is beautiful and takes only about half an hour.

Whatever your choice, a relaxing drive in the Near North is a great way to enjoy a vacation day.

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You can do a little shopping and have a cup of coffee or a milkshake while you take your own fall colors tour.

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he natural landscape of the area presents great opportunities for hiking and biking.

Marinette County is the waterfall capital of the Wisconsin so put on your hiking shoes and explore the beauty along the rivers.

The Lake Noquebay Trails, just northeast of Crivitz, are often used for hiking and biking.

County forest and state wildlife area offers three different trails. These six miles of marked trails run through upland forest and wooded lowlands.

The Thunder Mountain Overlook, west of Crivitz on Thunder Mountain Road, is the highest point in Marinette County. It features three miles of trails with stunning views. Marinette County Forests have miles of trails and dirt roads open to the public for non-motorized use.

Governor Thompson State Park maintains ten trails. These trails cover a variety of terrain and spectacular views of lakes, flowages and granite outcroppings.

The Peshtigo River State Forest provides a map of additional trails for public use.

Visit: http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/State Forests/ peshtigoRiver/documents/PeshtigoHike.pdf.

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here are many quiet waterways in the Crivitz area that you can relax on. If you want to float down the river in a tube or paddle on a stand up paddle board, you will enjoy our quiet waters.

Canoes and kayaks are must common on the flat waters.

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he Crivitz area is a winter wonderland. You can do everything from sledding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing and hockey. Winter is a beautiful time to explore Crivitz.

Don't miss the biggest, fastest, most action packed event in all of Wisconsin coming February 29 and it's right here in Crivitz at High Falls Flowage!

The Monster Energy, King of the Elements Series returns with Twin Bridge Takedown for the second year! Watch over 150 UTV's hit the ice to battle it out for the biggest payout in SXS racing! Concessions by the Twin Bridge Ski Team, SXS Sports apparel, heated areas, racer autographs and more! Check out SXS Sports on Facebook, Instagram or SXSSportsRacing.com for all the details!

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ake a break from the mundane and come on up to Crivitz where endless miles of groomed snowmobile trails beckon you. Your starting point in Crivitz area will take you and your buddies through thousands of acres of Marinette County forestland, Nicolet National Forest and the new Peshtigo River State Forest.

The trails are maintained by local snowmobile clubs: Iron Snow Shoe west of Crivitz, River Road Riders east of Crivitz and Near North north of Crivitz.

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Along the trails you’ll find everything you need and desire for a great day of trail riding. Trailside services include supper clubs, various lodging options from budget minded to deluxe condos, traditional Northwoods trail stops and more.

Don’t forget – Crivitz has winter ATV/UTV trails that are also a blast to ride!

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