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2021 Official Guide to the Chetek Chain of Lakes

the premier vacation guide to the chetek chain of Lakes and surrounding communities

Chetek ResoRt owneRs AssoCiAtion 1-800-224-3835 • 715-924-4440 • www.exploReChetek.Com Chetek AReA ChAmbeR of CommeRCe 1-800-317-1720 • 715-924-3200 • www.exploReChetek.Com

resorts If you've been looking for a fishing and boating paradise, your search is over. Enjoy peaceful surroundings and friendly service while you spend time with your family and friends at LAKEVIEW RESORT!

May 8th-22nd & Aug 8th-Sept 26th Addi�onal 5% discount on WEEKLY cabin rentals WATERCRAFTS FOR RENT 2021 22’ TMC Pontoon

2020 22’ TMC Pontoon 2002 20’ TMC Pontoon 2000 20’ Starcraft Pontoon 1999 20’ N. Woods Pontoon

50 % Weekly Discount May 1st - 8th

24’ TMC Pontoon 16’ & 14’ Alum. Resort Boats

15 HP Outboard Motors

AMENITIES • Air Conditioning * • Reserved Dock Space •

Pedal Boats, Kayaks & Tubes

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Wireless Internet • Lakeside Patio Picnic Tables • Charcoal Grills Lakeside Fish-House • Playground

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Swimming Raft • Nearby Boat Ramp

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Lighted Fishing Docks • Fire Pits *Subject to additional charge

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resorts 1 BDRM Park Model

Lofted Park Model

WHERE FAMILY COMES FIRST

TAKE A TOUR AT: OAKGROVERESORT.NET

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OPEN MAY THROUGH SEPTEMBER *14’ LUND BOAT W/EACH UNIT RENTAL MOTORS

OVERSIZED FISHING BOATS W/ 25-60 HP ELECTRIC START

PONTOONS • FREE PADDLE BOAT BAIT • GAS • FREEZER SPACE

* Requires motor - bring one or rent one 15 hp maximum

THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS!

• GREAT CLOTHING AND GIFT SHOP • 21 ULTRA CLEAN MODERN UNITS • FULL KITCHENS WITH MICROWAVES • 1 TO 4 BEDROOM UNITS • BIG HOUSE FOR UP TO 13 PEOPLE • GRILLS, FIRE RINGS AND 15 BIG ACRES

LAUNDR Y FREE WI FI CABLE T V A/C IN ALL UN ITS

• FREE WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS • GREAT SWIMMING BEACH WITH SWIM RAFT • HUGE PLAYSET AND PLAYGROUND • BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL, HORSE SHOES • ON-SITE LAUNDRY • WALK TO GOLF...RESTAURANTS NEARBY

OAK GROVE RESORT

Gary and Jane Thurston P.O. BOX 352, 1022 24 1/2 - 25th St., CHETEK, WISCONSIN 54728 PHONE 1-715-859-6216 | OAKGROVERESORT.NET Chetek Chamber of CommerCe & Chetek resort owners assoCiation

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

40%

Off Weekly

(MAY 1-8, 2021) 4 BEDROOM - NOW ONLY $595 3 BEDROOM - NOW ONLY $595 2 BEDROOM - NOW ONLY $495 1 BEDROOM - NOW ONLY $395

COMPLETELY REMODELED • Microwaves • Cable Color TV • Live Bait • Campfire Pavilion • Large Cliffside Deck • Free Fire Wood • Blacktop drive & parking • Paved Sidewalks • Remodeled cabins • Carpeted Bedrooms • Scenic flower beds & rock garden • Aquatic Ponds & Waterfalls with Bridge & Fountain • Manicured Lawns

18 PONTOON RENTALS

TO CHOOSE FROM

REASONABLE RATES • 1-2-3-4 bedroom cabins Electric Start, Fish Finder, • Two blocks from dam Live Well, Canopy, AM/FM, • 3 blocks from Corner Bass Seats and Couch downtown • Large dock system with electric and lights • Large ﬁsh-cleaning house • Laundry Room, 2 washers & 2 dryers • FREE WIRELESS INTERNET • 1 LAKESIDE JACUZZI CABIN MAY 1- 22 • 1 NEW LAKESIDE SKYLITE CABIN AUG. 14 - OCT. 30 • 2 NEW GARDEN JACUZZI CABINS

$400

TURN RIGHT ONE BLOCK PAST KWIK TRIP, GO EAST (right) 3 BLOCKS WE ARE LOCATED NEXT TO

CITY BEACH & PARK

ACROSS FROM RED’S EATING & DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT

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• 9 rental cabins with air conditioning • Bench swings with lake views • BBQ grills and outdoor firepits • Close and accessible lake access • Pontoon, boat and motor rentals • Kids playground with basketball hoop • Ice and live bait shop Located in a quiet nook where relaxation is guaranteed. From the avid fisherman to nature lovers, we can lure you into a memorable experience.

Under New Ownership

Shady Grove Resort

1093 22 3/4 Street Chetek, Wisconsin 54728 715-924-3141 | shadygrovechetek@gmail.com website: www.shadygroveresort.net

2623 7th Avenue | Chetek, WI 54728

Joel & Daw

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Watersmeet is a family owned resort located on scenic Ten Mile Lake, connected to the Big Six Chain of Lakes.

Ben & Tricia Nelson- Owners

OPEN ALL YEAR!

SPRING/FALL WEEKLY RATES STARTING AT $450 Off-season rates from Labor Day to Memorial Day

OTHER AMENITIES WiFi Full Kitchen Fire Pits Fish Cleaning House Grills Dock Space Kayaks Water Trampoline Cable TV Shower Firewood Picnic Tables Paddle Boat Playground

To learn more or to book online, visit

www.watersmeetresort.com PONTOON & BOAT RENTALS

or call 715-924-4674 Cash & Credit Cards Accepted

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Enjoy the peaceful, quiet surroundings in one of our three modern housekeeping cabins!

FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 715-924-3813 WIRELESS INTERNET t CABLE TV

www.klayshappydays.com eMail: klayshappydays@gmail.com

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715-924-3259

www.wildwoodresortllc.com wildwoodchetek@gmail.com 865 23-3/4 Street, Chetek

Heated Pool Large Playground Great Family Fun on Prairie Lake! 1–5 Bedroom Cottages Overnight & Seasonal Camping

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Kingfisher Resort, LLC Located on Ten mile lake

Relax

CABINS • RV SITES PONTOON RENTALS • SNAPPING TURTLE GUIDE WINTER SNOWPLOW SERVICES

Call Today 715-933-4064 P.O. BOX 642 | CHETEK, WI 54728 Chetek Chamber of CommerCe & Chetek resort owners assoCiation

resorts

N EW RS! W O NE On Prairie Lake 973 23 ½ Street, Chetek

Todd & Mona

715-924-3212 sunriseresortchetekllc@gmail.com

19 seasonal RV sites 7 cabins with A/C Charcoal Grills/Fire Pits Cable TV/WiFi

Pontoon/Fishing Boat Rentals Kayak/Canoe Rentals Private Boat Launch Ice/Bait

www.sunriseresortchetek.com

LAZY ACRES RESORT Overlooking Moose Ear, Owners Bill & Tara Blue

Ten Mile and Chetek Lake WATCH OUR LIVE WEBCAM ON OUR WEBSITE

• 8 MODERN, CLEAN CABINS • SATELLITE TV, CEILING FANS IN EACH ROOM, FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN AND CHARCOAL GRILL WITH EACH CABIN • 14’ BOAT OR SLIP COMES WITH CABIN RENTAL • MOTORS AND PONTOONS AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL

715-924-3165

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

www.lazyacresresort.com • lazyacresresort@hotmail.com

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

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

Photo Credit: Darryl Dahl

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!

Ryan & Karen Ludemann

810 25-1/8 Street Chetek, Wis. 54728

715-764-1271

sunnypinesresort@gmail.com

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New RV Campground!

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

R & R On The Lake

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

Mainland Cabins

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

Satellite • WiFi • DVD • Pontoon Rental Available • Central Air/Heat 641 26-1/2 Street • Chetek, WI 54728 | PHONE 715-456-0901

www.ﬂoodsisland.com

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Resort & Campground

on Lake Ojaski “The Quiet Lake”

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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

NORTHLAND RESORT

NORTHLANDRESORTCHETEK.COM

Monica & David 715.924.3214 785 26th St | Chetek

AMENITIES: • Boat landing • Underground swimming pool • Free wiﬁ •Fully renovated • Air conditioner in every unit • Pets allowed • Water & electric hook ups for camp site • <<OPEN YEAR ROUND>> Chetek Chamber of CommerCe & Chetek resort owners assoCiation

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LURED IN

HOURS

— Hours change during the year — Check www.bucknbeams.com for current hours.

RESORT AND CAMPGROUND

SPECIALS

1211 N. Potato Lake Rd. • Chetek, WI 54728 • 715-353-2725

Tues: ½ Price Appetizers Wed: Prime Rib Sandwich Thurs: Any 12 inch pizza -$9 Fri: Fish Fry

SUMMER HOURS: Wed-Fri 4:00 p.m. Sat-Sun 9:00 a.m.

LAKESIDE DINING

• WEEKLY SPECIALS • WEEKEND BREAKFAST • HOMEMADE PIZZA

ON BEAUTIFUL POTATO LAKE

info.luredinresort@gmail.com | www.luredinresort.com

LIKE US

www.facebook.com/luredinresort

VISIT OUR BAKERY Fresh baked donuts • Pastries Cookies • Homemade ice cream

CAMPING

1277 20th Street, Cameron

(715) 458-2990

www.bucknbeams.com Follow us on FACEBOOK

Nightly • Weekly • Monthly • Seasonal

BAR OPEN ALL YEAR

Homemade pizzas are our specialty. Bar/Campground located on the ATV & snowmobile trails. Wooded sites.

Seasonal campsites on the Chetek Chain of Lakes

COME MAKE MEMORIES AND FRIENDS AT BACK OF THE MOON CAMPGROUND Water, sewer and 30/50 amp electric Fun and relaxed atmosphere | Dock space | Lake access Shower facilities | Fish cleaning house | Freezer space | Laundry facilities Close to golf course and supper clubs

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

- Seasonal sites only -

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Call Jody at 651-238-7353 (cell) or 715-859-6563 and leave a message

715-924-3181

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

SPRING AND FALL SPECIALS! 25% DISCOUNT

on weekly rates during the month of May and after August 12

7 Ultra-modern 2, 3 and 4-bedroom cabins All cabins have air conditioning, cable color TV and a parking slip with each weekly cabin rental

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26 Second St., Chetek, Wisconsin www.explorechetek.com 800-224-3835 · 715-924-4440

June thru August Thursday-Monday

September

Saturday-Sunday 715.924.4888 115 2nd Street, Chetek

• Free WiFi • Cable TV • Microwave • Refrigerator Ron & Brenda Hartl Owners/Managers

715-924-3274

1002 Dallas St., Chetek (one block west of Dairy Queen) www.chainlakesmotel.com visitchetek@chainlakesmotel.com Come join us at Northern Wisconsin’s

GRAND VIEW LODGE, a wonderful place to spend vacation! TWO BLOCKS FROM DOWNTOWN | 1026 2ND ST., CHETEK, WI

BBQ Grill • Firepit Carpeted Sun-deck Fish Cleaning Station With Running Water Permanent Pier Boat Docks

Local 715-924-3527 Toll Free 855-476-3883 www.grandviewchetek.com

O PE N YE A ROUNR D!

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

Stop in for more information on lodging, dining, shopping, area attractions and more!

Lodging | Visitor Center | Food shelf

Chetek Visitor’s Center

The Chetek resort owners association is proud to continue our Cabins For Cupboards program. We are going to be collecting a variety of items for the Chetek Area Food Shelf. Many cabin guests leave behind canned goods and other non-perishable food items. We want to not only gather what is already left behind but ask cabin guests to donate their unused items. The Food Shelf can accept canned, boxed and unopened food items. We can also help by collecting paper products such as toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, plastic and paper plates, foil and other such items. We also are looking for help with soap, dish soap and shampoo items that are often too costly for some families. With the help of our summer guests, we are hoping to have a big impact on the availability of goods during the summer months when giving seems to be at its lowest level. If you have a seasonal home, you can donate items to any local resort and they will be donated to the Food Shelf. Please help us assist local families who need some help.

The Chetek Food Shelf is located at 50 Hwy Blvd South, chetek and can be contacted at 715-925-3500

Chetek Chamber of CommerCe & Chetek resort owners assoCiation

welcome

Welcome to Chetek! Whether it’s your first time visiting our town or you return to us annually, welcome to the city of lakes... Chetek, Wisconsin! Fishing, pontooning, kayaking, water skiing, canoeing – whatever your reason and however you choose to navigate about the Chain of Lakes, wonderful waters and memories await you. In town, there’s opportunity for shopping or picnicking at one of our beautiful city parks, and within a short drive, there are all kinds of opportunities for golfing, running, hiking, biking, cross country skiing, hunting and the like. We don’t say that we have it all here, but if you’re looking for a place to unwind, relax, to recharge your batteries and catch your second wind; we have that and then some! Enjoy your stay and we’re hoping you’ll like it so much you’ll come back! Jeff Martin, Mayor of Chetek

Welcome to the City of Chetek

from the Chetek Resort Owners Association and Chamber of Commerce The Chetek Resort Owners’ Association and the Chetek Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome you to Chetek and the Big Six Chain of Lakes. Whether you’ve been here before, are visiting for the 1st time or are just considering the wonderful Chetek area, we are excited to share our community with you. With 39 member resorts and over 160 Chamber of Commerce members, Chetek offers a wide variety of options for you and your family. Our Chain of Lakes extends to cover over 3,800 surface acres with more than 68 miles of shoreline. We boast what many say are the best panfish they’ve ever eaten. The lakes boast thriving populations of walleye, northern pike, large & smallmouth bass, bluegills, crappies, pumpkinseeds & perch. The Chetek area offers a variety of amenities & activities for all ages including local parks, Hydroflites water ski shows, as well as numerous local shops & restaurants. We also host several community events (see pages 5053) such as Liberty Fest, Water Mania, Taste of Chetek, Winter Fest and more. Many people just love Chetek’s relaxing lake life atmosphere whether it’s lounging on the shore or cruising in your boat.

With 2,400 year-round residents, Chetek is a family oriented community. There is also a thriving population of seasonal residents and we welcome our valued visitors throughout the year. Whether you’re visiting family, attending an event or making chetek your home, we believe you will find warm, helpful & friendly people and an appreciative business community while spending time in the City of Lakes. The members of the Chetek Resort Owners’ Association and the Chetek Chamber of Commerce are pleased to bring you this Visitor’s Guide featuring area attractions, local festivals, events, member resorts and nearby businesses that make Chetek a wonderful place. Without them, this book would not be possible. As you are looking for places to go, things to do or local services, please patronize these advertisers who, with you in mind, participated in the Visitor’s Guide. Their participation makes it possible to operate the Chetek Information Booth and Chamber events enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. Jane Thurston, President Chetek Resort Owners Association Darryl Dahl, President Chetek Chamber of Commerce

new around town Come See For Yourself With our show site on Lakeview Drive completed, there is truly not a bad seat in the place! We’ve also updated our fleet of boats and we are more ready than ever to entertain crowds at our bi-weekly water ski shows. Our shows are one of the best free entertainment events in the area. If you have time on Thursdays and Sundays during the summer, stop down and see a show! Our schedule and other information can be found at www.hydroflites.com.

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Advertisers Index ...................................................13 Big Six Chain of Lakes ..............................................32 Cabins for Cupboards ...............................................11 Calendar of Events - Chetek & Surrounding Area ....... 52 & 53 Calhoun Memorial Library .........................................31 Chain of Lakes Resorts & Fishing Map .................... 28 & 29 Chamber of Commerce Festivals & Events ..................... 22 Chamber of Commerce Members ......................24, 25 & 26 Chamber of Commerce Officers & Contact Info ................26 Chetek Area Museum ........................................ 21 & 23 Chetek Area Scholarship Foundation .............................47 Chetek Lakes Protection Association ............................43 Chetek Youth Center ...............................................19 Chippewa Moraine Ice Age Trail ................................. 40 Churches .............................................................21 Community Contacts ...............................................31 Dog Parks.............................................................33

Fish-O-Rama .........................................................55 Game Fish of the Northwoods ................................... 44 Harvest Fest....................................................................51 History of Chetek .................................................. 23 Liberty Fest 2021 Schedule ...................................... 50 Musky Tournament ................................................. 40 Outdoor Recreation & Trails ...................................... 54 Parks ..................................................................33 Resort Owners Association Members & Amenities Grid ...... 27 & 30 Santa Family Days ............................................................51 Southworth Municipal Airport............................................33 The Center of Chetek.......................................................19 Visitor Center ........................................................11 Walleyes for Chetek ................................................42 Watermania.....................................................................51 Welcome to Chetek/What’s New .................................12 Winter Fest 2021 Schedule ....................................... 50

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Table of Contents

Advertiser Index A Twist of Lemon ............... 35 ABC Truss ......................... 48 Ace Construction....................37 Animal Hospital of Chetek ..... 49 Antczak Angus ................... 56 Auggie Land Dog Park ...........47 Auto Value Parts Store ......... 41 B and B Bar & Grill ...............15 Back of the Moon Campground....10 Barron Electric Cooperative ... 41 Beautiful Shorewood Resort .....4 Boondoggle Resort ................8 Bridge Stop ...........................16 Brion’s Smokehouse & Deli.......17 Buck ‘n Beams........................10 Cabins for Cupboards.. ..........11 Caddy Shack ..................... 14 Cameron House ................. 16 Canoe Bay Fine Dining.......... 14 Carpe Diem ...................... 34 Casey Watters ................... 46

Chain of Lakes Chiropractic ....49 Chain of Lakes Motel ............11 Charter Bank.......................45 Chetek Area Museum ........... 21 Chetek Area Veterans Memorial LLC.....................................31 Chetek Auto Body ............... 41 Chetek Bakery ................... 16 Chetek Family Laundry ......... 36 Chetek Hydroflites .............. 20 Chetek Lanes Event Center & Pizzeria ........................... 18 Chetek Lions Club..................46 Chetek Snow Flyers ............. 35 Chetek Veterinary Clinic ....... 49 Chetek Youth Center ............19 Coldwell Banker ................. 46 Community Bank ................ 45 Crimson Hue Resort ..............6 Cross Country Clearing............48 Cross Country Towing..............48

Color K e y blue - Resorts Grey - Services yellow - Food oranGe - Entertainment Green - Retail

Dairy Queen.........................15 Drift Off Course......................37 Echo Bay Resort & Retreat ......5 Edward Jones .................... 45 Feather Real Estate.................46 Fire and Ice Heating and Air Conditioning .....................37 Fish Window Cleaning..............48 Floods Island...........................8 FostBites Pub..........................17 Full Throttle Sports ............. 37 Funny Farm............................18 General Beer Northwest ...... 53 Gilligans .......................... 56 Grand View Lodge ...............11 Hayes Computers................ 36 Hope & Anchor Coffeehouse.....16 Horton’s True Value Hardware .. 35 Indianhead Insurance ........... 45 It’s My Lucky Day Unique Boutique .......................... 34 Just Imagine Floral ............. 34 Keg N Kork ....................... 41 Kingfisher Resort ..................7 KJ’s Fresh Market....................17 Klay’s Happy Days Resort ........6 Kwik Trip ......................... 41 Lake Country Marina ........... 38 Lakeshore Resort..................8 Lakeview Resort...................2 Lampert Lumber ................ 35 Lazy Acres Resort .................8 Lehman’s Supper Club .......... 14 Lured In Resort and Campground...10 Mary’s Cafe & Pub ...............17 Miller’s Cheese House .......... 35 Morningside Resorts ..............8 Northern Exposure Resort & Campground .......................9 Northland Resort ..................9 Northwoods Best Inn ..............11 Northwoods Propane ........... 36 Oak Grove Resort .................3

Off “R” Rockers ................. 34 Outers Resort ......................4 Phill’s Bar & Grill ....................17 Pioneer Village Museum........ 21 Pokegama Lakeside Cantina ....15 Pro Powder............................36 Prorok Septic Services ......... 48 R Bar ............................. 14 Red Cedar Electric .............. 41 Red’s Grill & Bar................. 16 Rei of Sunshine. ................. 49 Rice Lake Tourism............... 39 Rod & Gun Sport Shop.......... 37 Sassy’s..............................17 Sather Family Dental ........... 49 Shady Grove Resort ...............5 Sioux Creek Golf Course...........19 Six Lakes Realty ................. 47 Six Lakes Resort & RV Park .... 10 Skippers .......................... 10 Somerset Pub .....................17 Stardust Drive-In Theater ...... 18 Sterling Bank .................... 45 Stout Construction .............. 37 Summer Haven Resort ............7 Sunny Pines Resort................8 Sunrise Resort .....................8 Sunset View Golf Course ........19 Surplus Outlet ................... 35 Sweetwater Sanitation Service .. 48 The Center ........................19 The Chetek Alert ................ 49 The Great Outdoors ............ 35 The Log Cottage...................6 The Mill ........................... 20 The Pine Lodge .................. 34 Valkyrie Brewery and Taproom .. 18 Watersmeet Resort ...............5 Whimsical Wares ................ 34 Wildwood Resort ..................6 WJMC ............................. 49 WTHIC (Where The Heck Is Chetek) ... 36 Zacho Sports Center ............ 38

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restaurants

715-859-6556

1190 25th Street, Cameron 4 miles north of Chetek on CTH M

BUSINESS HOURS:

CLOSED SUNDAY, MONDAY & TUESDAY

OPEN

Your Pub & Grill

WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY OPEN AT 3 P.M. KITCHEN OPEN UNTIL 9 P.M. FRIDAY & SATURDAY OPEN AT 11 A.M. KITCHEN OPEN 12-9 P.M.

DAILY & NIGHTLY SPECIALS -Fridays-

-WednesdaysJumbo Wing Basket

-Thursdays-

Friday Fish Fry

-Saturdays-

Smoked Ribsâ&#x20AC;¢ Prime Rib New York Strip

Shrimp Trio

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PERMANENT & WEEKEND CAMPSITES AVAILABLE!

All sites have water and electric hookups!

715-764-1086

Located next to Sunset View Golf Course 2 miles north of Chetek on CTH M

GOURMET PIZZA MADE FROM SCRATCH APPETIZERS â&#x20AC;¢ SANDWICHES â&#x20AC;¢ SALADS Daily Specials

TUESDAY: $2 off all pizza WEDNESDAY: Buy 1 sandwich or basket, get one 1/2 off THURSDAY: Buy 1 pizza, get 2nd 1/2 off FRIDAY: Fish fry - $10.00

We sold over 23,000 pizzas last year, come find out why!

More Specials

Caddy Shack Carry Out Combo

One large 1-topping pizza, 1 order garlic cheese bread and 2-liter of soda - $17.99

Weekend Family Feast (Saturdays & Sundays)

Two large 2-topping pizzas, two orders breadsticks and two 2-liters of soda - $36.99 (save $10)

www.caddyshackpizza.com â&#x20AC;¢ Find us on Facebook!

715-859-6211

2911 South Main, Rice Lake, WI 54868

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516 – Second Street, Chetek

715-924-3603

A/C INDOOR SEATING DRIVE-THROUGH PICNIC AREA FAST, FRIENDLY SERVICE

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.

Wednesdays: Wing dinners All day and night

ICE CREAM CAKES

Thursdays: Homemade Tacos 10 a.m.–10 p.m.

Fridays: Beer-battered Fish Fry

restaurants

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$3.00 OFF

ANY DQ Cake Order your cake online at

www.dqcakes.com

DINNER OR FISH SANDWICH WITH FRIES

(serving until gone)

Delivery hours: Thursday - Sunday starting at 5 p.m. Happy hour: Monday–Thursday 4–6 p.m.

715 -924-3694 727 DALLAS STREET, CHETEK, WI 54728-9120

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE Serving some oriental and American dishes

— Food truck, ideal for outdoors and catering —

2 for 1 MARGARITA TUESDAYS 2 for 1 SANGRIA THURSDAYS BLOODY MARY SUNDAYS EVERYTHING’S BETTER LAKESIDE

OPEN DAILY 7 DAYS A WEEK

11 a.m. – Close

HAPPY HOUR

Monday - Friday, 3 - 6 p.m.

OUTSIDE SEATING DELIVERY ALL YEAR DIFFERENT SPECIALS EVERY DAY

POKEGAMALAKESIDE.COM • 715-764-1212 • 840 25 5/8 ST., CHETEK

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Restaurants | Convenience Store | Bakery

GREAT PIZZA • GREAT SERVICE • GREAT TIME OPEN SEVEN D AYS A WEEK @ 11 A.M.

121 LAKEVIEW DRIVE, CHETEK WI 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 pizzas, 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.redsgrillandbar.com

715-458-2389 oPeN DAIly AT 6 A.M.

Chetek Bakery 608 Second Street • Chetek, WI

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

DINNer SPeCIAlS

MoN: STEAK & SHRIMP TUeS: TACO BOX & TACO NIGHT WeD: WINGS THUr & SAT: PRIME RIB FrI: FISH FRY AND BLUE GILLS SUN: AWESOME BREAKFASTS HUGe SAlAD BAr eVery NIGHT

106 Arlington Avenue, Cameron, WI

DINING HOURS

MON–THUR UNTIL 9 P.M. FRI - 9 P.M. SAT - 9 P.M. SUN 6 A.M - 1 P.M.

NOW OFFERING OLSEN’S ICE CREAM & SOUP IN SEASON

Serving the Chetek community for over 80 years!

Daily specials * Donuts * Pastries * Cookies Variety Breads * Lefse & More Cakes for all occasions: Made to order & computerized picture cakes

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

LIKE US on Facebook! DRIVE-THRU WINDOW Call or check our FB page for hours

526 Second Street

FULL ESPRESSO BAR including...

Frappes • Cappuccino • Mochas • Chai Lattes • Specialty Coffee & Teas • 100% Fruit Smoothies • Iced Coffee

Breakfast and Lunch menu available Paninis • Wraps • Salads • Soups • Crepes www.hopeandanchorcoffeehouse.com

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715-925-JAVA (5282)

208 Knapp Street, Chetek

“More than just a sandwich shop”

Cafe Open Sunday - Friday

*Bloody Mary’s served anytime after 6 a.m.

FRESH MEAT - HOMEMADE BRATS ICE CREAM – PARTY PLATTERS HOMEMADE SALADS & SOUPS DELI MEAT & CHEESE AND MORE!

Closed Saturday Pub Open

for LARGE or SMALL groups!

5:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Tues. & Thurs. at 3 p.m.

Happy Hour 3–5 p.m.

ÈWe do CATERINGÈ

715-924-2736

OPEN: MON-FRI 10 AM - 6 PM; SAT 10 AM - 3 PM CLOSED: SUN 909 W. Main Street, Cameron | 715-458-2305 www.brionssmokehouse.com Brion’s Smokehouse Deli

MONDAY French Dip TUESDAY Tacos & $2 Margaritas

restaurants | Pubs | Grocery

Mary’s Cafe & Pub

WEDNESDAY Broasted Chicken Wings THURSDAY Build Your Own Burger FRIDAY Fish Dinner, Sandwich & Wraps SATURDAY & SUNDAY (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.) $5 Loaded Bloody & $5 Bottomless Mimosas

Photo Credit: Terry Dunham

10 Tap Beers Try a ﬂight of Wisconsin beer

Ice cold beer at great prices, and good time fun that is priceless! 214 Knapp St., Chetek | 715-925-BEER

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515 2ND ST. , CHETEK 715-925-7000 SASSY’S BAR CHETEK, WI

North of Chetek on CTH M – watch for signs

715-859-2271

Friendly service -Fun place to hang out!

65 beers to choose from, NOW 30 BEERS ON TAP! -Also serving Brew Pub Pizza-

Come have some fun & enjoy an ice cold beer!!! Upscale • Music • Weekly Specials • Events

HOURS: MONDAY - THURSDAY 3 P.M. - CLOSE FRIDAY - SUNDAY 12 P.M. - CLOSE

CHETEK LOCATION: 719 2nd St, Chetek Phone: 715-764-1009 Chetek Chamber of CommerCe & Chetek resort owners assoCiation

restaurants | Brewery | Entertainment

OPEN AT 11 A.M. 7 DAYS A WEEK!

BEST PIZZA

Join us for Sand Volley our Tournament ball du Liberty Fest!ring

IN TOWN!

Homemade Pizzas

John & Michelle Law, Owners

Dine In • Carry Out Take & Bake • 1/2 Baked

715-924-3227 715-924-3227 Have your family reunion here! Keep the kids busy!!

New Automatic Gutter Bumpers 6 Lanes with Automatic Scoring

Homemade Pizza • Complete Pro Shop Outdoor Deck • Sand Volleyball Courts 1/4 Mile South of Chetek • 695 Cty. Hwy. SS, Chetek

WWW.CHETEKLANES.COM

Event Hall for Any Occasion ATM ON SITE

715-416-1210 www.funnyfarmchetek.com 885 24-1/2 St., Chetek North on CTH M

Flea market every

Friday – Sunday Memorial Day - Labor Day • Food • Ice Cream • Beer • Petting Zoo • Food Vendors • Fireworks for Sale See our Facebook page for schedules and updates

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If you are interested in being a vendor, call John at 715-416-1210

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“Northwoods Golf With A View” 9-HOLE FACILITY

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568 23RD STREET, CHETEK | 715-924-3139

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715-859-6311

OPEN Back 9 Campground CALL TO BOOK YOUR OUTING 34 sites - full hook ups

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Chetek Youth Center

“We are really proud of this golf course. It is bordered by a 26 acre lake to the West and the Chetek River to the South. Our bent grass greens are well kept and quick. We have 4 sets of tees ranging from 3000 yards to 1800 yards giving golfers of every level a great golf experience. Our staff is friendly and wants you to feel welcomed.” -Bruce Halvorson, Co-owner

Call 715-642-0783

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The Center of Chetek

711 First Street, Chetek Phone 715-924-3121

thecenter@cityofchetek-wi.gov Monthly menus available at The Center of Chetek Community and Senior Center

Join in weekdays for exercise, games and other activities. Stop by for a calendar.

Grab N Go Lunches

Prices:

Preorder at least by noon the day prior at 715-925-2600 and leave a message.

$4.00 age 60 and better $9.00 age 59 and younger

Director Donna Bachowski hall rental available

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Entertainment | Hydroflites

Looking for a venue for your special event, wedding, reception, conference, seminar, party or reunion? Want a space that is unique and up-to-date with the latest industrial design trends? Need a location with modern conveniences and access to local food and entertainment? The Mill has everything you are looking for and much more! WEDDINGS • SHOWERS • CONFERENCES • REUNIONS

Beautiful, unique, elegant and modern… The Mill Events LLC 646 Banks Street Chetek, WI 54728 715.790.0491 www.themillevents.com

With two customizable spaces which can accommodate groups from twenty guests up to three hundred, The Mill is a spacious and comfortable host for any type of gathering.

The character of the original mill lends itself well to the current industrial design trend. A touch of the rustic with an industrialmodern, elegant ﬂare; and all of the modern conveniences; combine to create an atmosphere that will WOW.

More than a unique venue... a one-of-a-kind experience! @themilleventsllc @themillevents

The Chetek Hydroﬂites Free water ski shows are on Thursdays and Sundays throughout the summer. Please go to our website: hydroﬂites.com or our Facebook page to see our schedule for the summer of 2021.

Free AdMissioN! Follow us on Facebook

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Pre-show at 6:00 p.m. MAIN show at 7:00 p.m.

SKI YA THERE!

Museums | Churches

Chetek Area Historical Society

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

Open June-July-August

Tuesday–Saturday, 12:00–4:00 p.m. See www.chetekmuseum.org for spring and fall hours.

PLEASE CALL FOR GROUP TOURS!

COMING THIS SUMMER... June 5, 2021: Flowers & Treasures Sale AT THE MUSEUM PARKING LOT

Monthly Board/Volunteer Meetings Every Fourth Tuesday • 4:30 p.m. AT CHETEK AREA MUSEUM, ALL ARE WELCOME!

PIONEER VILLAGE MUSEUM

AreA ChurChes Chetek Advent Christian Church 1204 Second Street, Chetek 715-924-4270 Chetek Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1419 Second Street, Chetek 715-924-4881 Christ Lutheran Church (LMS-USA) 1080 Meilahn Street, Chetek 715-924-2552 Chetek United Methodist Church 300 Stout Street, Chetek 715-924-4660 Faith Baptist Church 1475 Railroad Avenue, Chetek 715-924-3980 northside christian fellowship 2356 8-1/2 Avenue, Chetek 715-924-2471 Prairie Lake Covenant Church 1950 Eighth Avenue, Chetek 715-458-2636 St. Boniface Catholic Church 419 Third Street, Chetek 715-924-3514

Chetek (cont) The Refuge 724 Leonard Street, Chetek 715-924-2140 house of Prayer In the Courtyard on Main Street 715-859-6359 715-924-1809 new auburn Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA) 148 East Pine Street, New Auburn 715-237-2228 island lake church of christ New Auburn, WI 715-532-3743 New Auburn United Methodist 129 N. Central Street, New Auburn 715-568-1971 Dovre Lutheran Church (ELCA) 231 25-1/2 Street, Chetek 715-237-2647 SEVENTH DAY BAPTIST CHURCH 503 S. East Street, New Auburn 715- 237-2616

New Auburn (cont) St. Jude’s Catholic Church 146 W. Main Street, New Auburn 715-237-2939 sand creek Independent bible church East of Sand Creek on HWY. M 715-962-4601 New Hope Lutheran E9085 Cty Rd V, Sand Creek 715-658-1339 Cameron St. John’s Lutheran Church 1115 W. Main Street, Cameron 715-458-2602 dallas Dallas Assembly of God 215 2nd Avenue North, Dallas 715-837-1661 New Scandinavia Lutheran 652 17-1/2 Street, Dallas 715-837-1795 weyerhaeuser Weyerhaeuser methodist church W14419 Church Street, Weyerhaeuser 715-868-3565

OPEN MEMORIAL DAY TO LABOR DAY FRIDAY & SUNDAY 1-5 P.M. SATURDAY 10 A.M-5 P.M.

Explore this historical village and exhibit buildings. Native American Heritage DaysJune 11,12 & 13 Mid-Summer’s Eve- June 19 Strawberry and Quilt FestJune 26 & 27 Heritage Days- July 10 & 11 Authors, Artists & Actors- July 24 Rendezvous- July 30, 31 & Aug. 1 Classic Cars- Aug. 7

Women’s History Day- Aug. 14 Garden Tea/Inga Witscher Presentation- Aug. 15 Ol’ Fashioned County FairAug. 21 & 22 Vintage Baseball- Aug. 22 Bluegrass & Art FestivalSept. 10, 11 & 12 Octoberfest- Sept. 25

PIONEER VILLAGE MUSEUM

715-458-2080 · 1866 13 ½-14th Ave · Cameron WI www.pioneervillagemuseum.org Check website for more information and updates.

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Chamber festivals & Events

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CHambEr of CommErCE

fEsTivals & EvEnTs wintEr fEst saturday, feb. 27, 2021 NSSR Radar Run & Fun Run, kids activities, music, food and refreshments, Bikini Run - breast cancer fundraiser. Visit www.chetekwinterfest.org for more information. CitYwiDE GArAGE sALEs June 5 and sept. 4, 2021 Look for advertisements in The Chetek Alert for more information on the spring and fall citywide garage sales.

tAstE Of CHEtEK/DOwntOwn OPEn HOUsE Monday, June 7, 2021

Check out our local businesses and enter to win a prize. then stop at taste of Chetek to try samples from many of our local restaurants and breweries!

winE wALK june 15-17 and July 27-29, 2021 Chetek area businesses offer wine samples, extended hours for a fun downtown dining & shopping event!

LibErtY fEst July 1-4, 2021 Enjoy the Fourth of July celebration in Chetek with an array of activities for all ages including the Chamber of Commerce beach party; softball tournament; Independence Day parade; kids’ activities; movie night; craft show; car show; Hydroflites ski shows; and more! Visit www.cheteklibertyfest.org for more details! CrAzY DAYs friday & saturday, Aug. 6 & 7, 2021 Sidewalk sales and indoor sales throughout the city of Chetek from early morning into the evening hours.

LAKE fEst friday & saturday, aug. 6 & 7, 2021

Join us Friday evening for raffles and then Saturday at the sand bar on Lake Chetek!

wAtErMAniA saturday & sunday, aug. 28 & 29, 2021

Join us for an action-packed weekend with Twin City Power Boat Association and the Chetek Hydroflites! Please check www.explorechetek.com for details.

HArvEst fEst saturday, sept. 11, 2021 Craft show, flea market, farmers market, chili cookoff, pie contest, food, lawn tractor pull, money pile, and Boy Scouts’ chicken dinner—all in downtown Chetek! witCHEs brEw & wArLOCKs tOO friDAY, OCt. 29, 2021

Chetek area businesses offer beer samples and extended hours for a fun downtown dining and shopping event.

HALLOwEEn PArtY sunday, Oct. 31, 2021 At Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School

sMALL bUsinEss sAtUrDAY saturday, nov. 27, 2021 Support our awesome local businesses!

CHristMAs fOr KiDs friday, Dec. 3, 2021

Presented by the Chetek Community Club, and held at Gilligans

sAntA’s ArrivAL & fAMiLY fUn DAY saturday, Dec. 4, 2021

Free sleigh rides, hot dogs, hot chocolate, cookies, kids’ corner shopping and visits with Santa! Fun for the whole family!

For more information and details on these events, contact the Chetek Chamber of Commerce P.o. Box 747, Chetek, Wi 54728 800.317.1720 • 715.924.3200 www.explorechetek.com

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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 historian 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. 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.

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History of chetek | chetek area museum

HISTORY OF CHETEK

Museum

The Chetek Area Museum, operated by the Chetek Area Historical Society, is a membership-supported, nonprofit 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, Military 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 June-July-August, Tuesday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. 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 Flower & Treasures Sale the first Saturday in June. The museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all donations are tax deductible.

www.chetekmuseum.org | chetekmuseum@gmail.com |

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A twist of Lemon 117 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-4877 ABC truss P.O. Box 133, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4867 Ace Construction Chetek I & 53, Chetek, WI 54728 715-829-6952 Affordable ravenswood resort 951 23 ½ St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3247 Amvets P.O. Box 776, Chetek, WI 54728 Animal hospital of Chetek 941 24 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6650 Antzcak Angus 210 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 Check us out on Facebook Antzcak Construction 1599 18th Ave., Cameron, WI 54822 715-234-1731 Auto value 823 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4864 B and B Bar & Grill 516 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3603 Back of the Moon Campground 1102 Gifford Ave., Cameron, WI 651-238-7353/ 715-859-6563 Barb’s Custom imprint shop 2709 1 1/2 St., Cumberland, WI 54829 715-822-2399 Barefoot Bay retreat 961 24 7/8 St., Chetek, WI 54728 402-598-7233 Barn Art by Megan 715-651-9978 Barney’s Meats N3370 5th St., Weyerhaeuser, WI, 54895 715-353-2271 Barron electric Cooperative 1434 State Hwy. 25 N., Barron, WI 54812 715-537-3171 Beautiful shorewood resort 216 Lakeview Dr., Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-0871 Bits of Country Facebook- Bits of Country BlackJack transportation, LLC 672 Railroad Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2500 Boondoggle resort 2622 7 1/4 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 320-272-7909 Bridge stop 340 W. Main St., New Auburn, WI 54757 715-829-6952 Brion’s smokehouse deli 909 W. Main St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2305 Buck ‘n Beams Campground 1277 20th St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2990 Chetek visitor’s Guide 2021

Burnham-ours-kolstad Family Funeral home 206 Schofield St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4101 Caddy shack Bar & Grill 844 25 5/8 St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-764-1086 Calhoun Memorial Library 321 Moore St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3195 Candy Corner & Creations 529 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-559-0326 Canoe Bay Lodge P.O. Box 28, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4594 Carpe diem 124 Douglas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-4030 Center Mass Academy 2360 10 3/4 Ave., Cameron, WI 54822 715-933-0125 Chain of Lakes Chiropractic 112 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3510 Chain of Lakes Motel 1002 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3274 Charter Bank 612 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4851 Chetek Area historical society/ Calhoun Museum 728 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-255-0482 Chetek Atv Cruzers 720 First St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-2009 Chetek Auto Body 419 Railroad Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2431 Chetek Bakery 608 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3443 Chetek Café and Meats 505 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2244 Chetek Family Laundry 780 26th St., Chetek, WI 54728 815-236-4076 Chetek Hydroflites P.O. Box 854, Chetek, WI 54728 715-418-3340 Chetek Lakes Protection Association P.O. Box 916, Chetek, WI 54728 715-790-9974 Chetek Lanes event Center & Pizzeria 695 Cty Hwy. SS., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3227 Chetek Lions Club P.O. Box 151, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4817 Chetek river Campground 590 24th St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2440 Chetek veterinary Clinic 202 Kleve St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3301

Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area school district 1001 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2226 Christie Mountain W13755 County Rd. O, Bruce, WI 54819 715-868-7800 Citizens Connected 328 W. Main St., New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-2605 City of Chetek 220 Stout St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4838 City of Chetek dog Park 401 City Park Dr., Chetek, WI 54728 CJ Conner Art studio 218 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-2938 Coldwell Banker-Brenizer 237 S. Main St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-5010 Community Bank of Cameron 101 W. Main St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2513 Creative Concepts 728 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3554 Crimson hue resort 804 26th St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4515 Cross Country Clearing 1294 17th St., Barron, WI 54812 715-418-2010 Cross Country towing & recovery 1294 17th St., Barron, WI 54812 715-418-2010 Cunningham realty Group Wi 715-296-7557 dairy Queen 727 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3694 dairyland insurance Agency 210 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-532-6066 dM design/Where the heck is Chetek Darryldahl.com 715-271-3796 Wheretheheckischetek.com dels sportswear and embroidery 102 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4690 drift off Course Chetek, WI 54728 715-271-0934 | 715-379-5268 dunamis therapy & Fitness 831 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2471 echo Bay resort & retreat 2386 9th Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3266 edward Jones 309 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2057 embrace services inc. 12 W. Marshall St., Suite 105 Rice Lake, WI 54868 Feather real estate Group 121 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-1100

Kingfisher Resort 642 26 ½ St., New Auburn, WI 54728 715-933-4064 klay’s happy Days resort 2618 7 ¼ Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3813 kwik trip 324 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2020 Lake Country marina 101 Banks St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3318 Lake Country tool & Design 1002 W. Center St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3009 Lakeview resort 2395 9th Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3265 Lampert Lumber 617 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4803 Lazy acres resort 2679 7 1/2 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3165 Lehman’s supper Club 2911 S Main St., Rice Lake, WI 54728 715-234-2428 Lured inn N1211 Potato Lake Rd., Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-2725 Lynda’s Lakeshore resort 1017 Cty. Hwy. M, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-2916 Magnificat Photo Co. Chetek, WI 54728 715-225-0867 Marshfield Clinic–Lakeview Medical 806 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2000 mary’s Cafe & Pub 208 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2736 masonic Lodge 216 Morrison St., Chetek, WI 54728 mayo Clinic health system-northland 220 Douglas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4811 meadowbrook at Chetek 725 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4891 midwest Dental 708 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4841 morningside resorts 881 25 3/8 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3157 mosaic technologies 704 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-458-5400 northern exposure 1075 24 1/4 St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-2887 northlakes Drive-in 410 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3325 northwest Coin machine 919 Martin Rd., Bloomer, WI 715-568-4355 Northwest Roofing Co. 150 Kleve Rd., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3644

northwood’s best inn 115 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4888 northwood’s Propane 2477 16th St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-236-7718 oak Grove resort 1022 Cty. Rd. M, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6216 off “r” rockers 324 Douglas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-2061 ohde Pharmacy 628 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3592 oil’s with melissa Barron, WI 54812 715-418-5902 organic infusions by Paula Chetek, WI 54728 620-255-3852 outers resort/wood Duck Cove 1748 Pinewood Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3283 Parker-Hannifin Quick Coupling 1715 Parker Dr., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4419 Parker insurance Chetek, WI 54728 715-829-2111 Phill’s bar & Grill 422 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-7445 Pillar Construction 120 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-598-7700 Pine Crest Golf Course 424 16 ½ St., Dallas, WI 54733 715-837-4121 Pioneer Village museum 1866 13-1/2—14th Ave., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2080 Pokegama Creek Campground 1018 24 1/2- 25 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-579-1693 Pokegama Lakeside Cantina 840 25 5/8 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-1212 Pro Powder 3305 S. Main St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-651-2529 Prorok septic services Weyerhaeuser, WI 54895 715-353-2239 r bar 1190 25th St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-6556 red’s Grill & bar 121 Lakeview Dr., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3100 reed’s County Line kennels N2566 County Line, Chetek, WI 54728 715-790-7426 rei of sunshine 608-778-0309 rice Lake tourism P.O. Box 507, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-8888 rice Lake weighing 230 W. Coleman St., Rice Lake, WI 54728 715-236-7845

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fire and ice heating and air Conditioning 715-642-2453 first Choice merchant services Chetek 715-829-2111 fish window Cleaning 715-833-1773 fost bites Pub 214 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2337 funny farm 885 24 ½ St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-416-1210 General beer northwest 2200 Lake View Dr., Chippewa Falls, WI 54720 715-720-2600 Gilligans 2542 8 1/4 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3105 Grandma J’s antiques & Gifts 314 S. 1st St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-3656 Grandview Lodge 1026 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3527 Great Pines Plaza 813 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-313-0793 Green Leaf farms 906 24 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-1218 heidi’s hair Care 205 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3960 heritage Credit Union 1502 Hwy. Blvd. N., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2415 herman advanced family eyecare 717 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3660 hope & anchor 526 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-5282 horton’s true Value hardware 303 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3692 hospital maintenance Consultants PO Box 41, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-1298 indianhead insurance agency 316 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3410 it’s my Lucky Day Unique boutique 525 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-1144 Jerry’s tree service 593 23rd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4707 Journey skin Care 124 Douglas St., Suite B, Chetek, WI 54728 715-556-3977 Just imagine 1416 Hwy. Blvd. N., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-0004 k&L Prop repair 2539 23rd Ave./Hwy 48, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-205-0541 kJ’s fresh market 719 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3132 keg n kork 120 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4894

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rod & Gun sport shop 513 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4181 rPM sales and service 661 27 3/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-2261 rumor has it Bar and Grill W16214 Hwy 8, Weyerhaeuser, WI 54895 715-353-2182 s & r towing 420 N. 13th St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2119 sather Family dental 118 Douglas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-4545 sassy’s Bar 515 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-7000 shady Grove resort 1093 22 3/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3141 sheet Metal enterprises P.O. Box 71, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4499 sioux Creek Golf Course 568 23rd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3139 six Lakes realty 424 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4806 six Lakes resort 2504 8 7/8 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3680 skippers Bait and Liquor 2542 8 1/2 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3181 stardust twin drive-in theater 995 22nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-458-4587 state Farm insurance 217 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4878

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sterling Bank 427 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4817 stitching sisters Quilt Guild Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2543 stout Construction 665 25th St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-7777 subway 817 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-7827 summer haven resort 1106 24 3/4 St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-2918 sunny Pines 810 25 1/8 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-1271 sunrise resort & Campgroud 973 23 ½ St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3212 sunset view Golf Course 1011 25-25 1/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6311 sweetwater sanitation 660 Railroad Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4123 synergy Cooperative 302 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4835 tJ’s timberline resort N1189 Potato Lake Rd., Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-2238 the Chetek Alert, inc. 312 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4118 the hangout 106 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 the Log Cottage 134 21 3/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-237-2553

the Mill 646 Banks St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-790-0491 the Northwoods employment, Marketing & Consulting 715-797-8787 the Pine Lodge 2420 6 ¼ Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2370 time & Again Antique Mall 606 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4000 town & Country seamless siding 2159 7th Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-296-7567 up der North Guide service 715-829-9477 up North Boat Wrap and More LLC 1010 24 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-579-1693 valkyrie Brewery 234 Dallas St., Dallas, WI 54733 715-837-1824 Walleyes for Chetek 715-642-3059 Watersmeet resort 2623 7th Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4674 Weyerhaeuser Community Club Weyerhaeuser, WI 54895 715-790-3555 Wildwood resort 865 23 3/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3259 Whimsical Wares 526 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-0583 Wisconsin indian head Country 911 Second St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2970 WJMC/WAQe/FoX 99 radio 1859 21st Ave., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-9059

1. affordable ravenswood resort 951 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Jude & Brad • 715-924-3247 www.ravenswoodresort.com

216 Lakeview Drive, Chetek, WI 54728 Rick & Jan Purintun • 715-642-0871 www.shorewoodresortchetek.com

3. boondoggle on the Lake resort 2622 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 320-272-7909 • www.boondoggleresort.com

4. the Cabin

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

6. Crimson hue resort

804 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Matt & Jennifer Blatz • 715-924-4515 www.crimsonhue.com

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

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641 26-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Charli • 715-456-0901 • ZZZ FKHWHN ÁRRGVLVODQG FRP

9. gilligans get-a-ways

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

10. grandview Lodge

1026 2nd Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Carl and Jackie Kuester • 715-924-3527 www.grandviewchetek.com

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12. klay’s happy days resort

2618 7-1/4 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 • 715-924-3813 klayshappydays@gmail.com

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 www.cheteklakeview.com

15. Lazy acres resort

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

16. the Log Cottage

863 25-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Mary Knutson • 715-237-2553 • mlknutson@citizens-tel.net

17. morningside resorts & rV 881 25-3/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Mike Chlopek • 715-924-3154 www.morningsideresorts.net

18. northern exposure resort & Campground 1075 Bronstad Beach Road, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-2887 • 800-731-2887 www.northernexposurevacation.com

19. northland resort

785 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 David & Monica • 715-924-3214 www.northlandresort.com

20. oak grove resort

1022 County Hwy. M • P.O. Box 352, Chetek, WI 54728 Gary & Jane Thurston • 715-859-6216 • 877-625-4768 www.oakgroveresort.net

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1002 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Ron & Brenda Hartl• 715-924-3274 www.chainlakesmotel.com

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www.hydroflites.com

WATER SKI SITE LOCATED ONE MILE EAST OF DOWNTOWN CHETEK ON LAKEVIEW DRIVE

Check out a Chetek Hydroflites Water Ski Show!

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Pokegama Lake: 45.20.288/91.37.936, 45.20.205/91.37.720

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1748 Pinewood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 David Howes • 715-924-3283 • www.outersresort.com

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22. shady Grove resort

1093 22-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Joel & Dawn Stocker • 715-924-3141 www.shadygroveresort.net

23. silver Birch inn & Cottage

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

24. six Lakes resort & rv Park 2535 8-7/8 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Josh & Lisa Heidemann • 715-924-3680 www.sixlakesresort.com

25. summer haven resort

1106 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 Eric & Ann-Marie McNabb • 715-859-2918 www.summerhavenchetek.weebly.com

26. sunny Pines resort

810 25-1/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Ryan & Karen Ludemann • 715-764-1271 www.sunnypinesresortwi.com

27. sunrise resort

973 23 1/2 St. Chetek, WI 54728 Dave • 715-924-3212 • www.sunriseresortchetek.com

28. Watersmeet resort

2623 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 Ben & Tricia Newton • 715-924-4674 www.watersmeetresort.com watermeetresort@gmail.com

29. Wildwood resort

865 23-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 JR & Jen LeDuc • 715-924-3259 www.wildwoodresortllc.com

30. Wolf’s den resort

1296 21-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 Barb Erickson • 715-458-2032 www.wolfsdenrvresortbarandcampground.com

31. Wood duck Cove

1748 Pinewood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 David Howes • 715-924-3283 • www.woodduckcove.com

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CAMPGROUNDS C1. Back nine Campground 1015 25-25 1/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Patrick & Sue Norton • 715-859-6311 https://www.facebook.com/Sunset-View-Golf-Course-Back9-Campground-216658411712823

C2. Back of the moon Campground 1107 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 Jody & Terri Feiertag • 715-859-6563 www.backofthemooncampground.com

C3. Buck ‘n Beam’s Campground 1277 20th Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2990 • www.bucknbeams.com

C4. Chetek river Campground

590 24th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Brian Mitchell, Owner • Chris Leavens, Manager • 715-924-2440 www.chetekriver.com

C5. Lured in resort and Campground N1211 Potato Lake Road, Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-2725 • www.luredinresort.com

C6. Pokegama Creek Campground

1018 24-1/2—25th Street (Hwy M), Chetek, WI 54728 Kent Gerl • 715-579-1693

C7. red Pines Campground / r Bar 1190 25th Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-6556 • www.rbarpubandgrill.com

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Chetek Area Veterans Memorial Inc. AT THE INTERSECTION OF D & M, ACROSS FROM THE CEMETERY

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Now accepting donations and selling pavers. If you would like to purchase pavers for a veteran loved one or in memory of a veteran loved one, please contact Darla at 715-859-2267. Paver forms can be found on site or at Chetek City Hall and can be sent to CAVM, P.O. Box 23, Chetek, WI.

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CaLhoun memoriaL

CALHOUN MEMORIAL LIBRARY 321 Moore Street ......................715-924-3195 CHETEK AREA MUSEUM 728 Second Street ....................715-924-4180 CHETEK CITY HALL 220 Stout Street .......................715-924-4838 CHETEK COMMUNITY CENTER 711 First Street ........................715-924-3121 CHETEK-WEYERHAEUSER AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT 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 POLICE station 101 Moore Street ......................715-924-3686 POST OFFICE 535 First Street ........................715-924-3501

summer reading program

Contacts

Library

The Calhoun Memorial Library will be using the national summer reading program theme, “Imagine Your Story”. We will discover fairy tales and folklore from around the world. We will encourage using our imaginations to create our own stories and art work. Books will be shared, followed by a time of crafts or activities. Caregivers are expected to remain with children. Toddlers, preschoolers and elementary-age children are welcome to attend the Summer Library Program, “Libraries Rock!”

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 Wi-Fi service 24 hours a day. The signal is available inside the building and outside within 100 feet. Use the “publiclibrary” network. 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.

321 MOORE STREET, CHETEK | 715-924-3195 Open: M-W-F 9 a.m.–6 p.m. | T & TH 1–6 p.m. SAT 9 a.m.–12 p.m. | Closed Sundays www.calhounmemoriallibrary.org LIKE US on Facebook (Chetek public library)

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Big Six Chain of Lakes

BIG SIX CHAIN OF LAKES Chetek, the City of Lakes, is located in northwestern Wisconsin on the Big Six Chain of Lakes — but how many other details of these bodies of water and the land surrounding them is well known? Did you know that these six lakes — Chetek, Prairie, Pokegama, Moose Ear, Ten Mile and Ojaski — cover 3,800 surface acres. The smallest, Moose Ear Lake, covers 33.6 surface acres, Lake Chetek, 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. 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, which are 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

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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 1,545 surface acres, Prairie Lake is the

largest lake in the Chetek Lake Chain with 16 feet max depth. A soft water drainage lake, the lake level is maintained by the dam on Lake Chetek, which controls the water levels on the Chetek Chain, 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 ducks. Coot and Canadian geese also use the lake during spring and fall migratory periods. The haunting call of the loon can be heard 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.

2) LAke ACCeSS: (Stout Street/First Street) fishing dock 3) MAiN STReeT PARk: Fountain, benches, covered picnic area

4) DeNNy oveRBy BALL PARk & BASkeTBALL CouRT: Ball field, concession stand, bleachers, restrooms, parking, basketball court

5) CheTek LioNS MeMoRiAL PARk: Picnic tables, fishing along the river by the dam

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1) DNR PARk: Fishing dock, picnic tables

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The City of Chetek Dog Park opened in August of 2016 and is located at 401 City Park Drive. The park is three acres where your dog is free to run and play without a leash all year â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;round. There are open grassy and tree shaded areas to enjoy the freedom. The park is divided into two sections: one section for small dogs only and the other section for all size dogs. Future improvements planned are walking trails, benches and a pavilion. As a result of broad community support, the park is free to use for everyone! The land belongs to the city of Chetek. The park is supervised by a non-profit 501.3(c) organization and is maintained by volunteers. volunteer opportunities available and welcomed! Tax deductible donations can be mailed to Po Box 924, Chetek wi 54728 or made through our Facebook page. Contact the park about donations, volunteering or issues by email at chetekdogpark@gmail.com

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 Chetekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s earlier days, and was dedicated in 1939. The airport has grown from a single grass strip, now to a 3,401 ft. x 60 ft. asphalt runway with two GPS approaches, plus a 1,490 ft. x 120 ft. turf cross strip. 24-hour, self-serve 100LL fuel is available with attractive pricing. There is free ramp parking and tiedown area for planes. The Beuthling Terminal building houses some nice amenities for pilots. A courtesy van and bicycles are also available for transient pilots and passengers. For more inFormation, visit us on the web at www.chetekairport.com.

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Moraine The ninth and newest unit of Wisconsin’s Ice Age National Scientific Reserve is Chippewa Moraine State Recreation area, which encompasses over 4,000 acres of unique and interesting glacial formations. Dotted throughout the property are numerous small glacial kettle lakes, beaver meadows and tranquil ponds. Fish populations thrive in some of these water bodies, but others are home only to a wide variety of frogs, reptiles, turtles and unseen, secretive pond life creatures.

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The Ice Age National Trail (which begins at Interstate State Park in St. Croix Falls and ends at Potawatomi State Park in Door County) will eventually provide the hiker with over 1,200 miles of interesting glacial terrain. At Chippewa Moraine, 13 miles of trails offer an assortment of hiking choices—including three popular loop trails. For the more ambitious, a walk to the easternmost end of this segment culminates at Brunet Island State Park in Cornell. Trails are non-motorized with bicycles and horses also not allowed. Well-behaved dogs are encouraged to visit with their owners (treats upon

The Eau Claire/Chippewa Falls chapter of Muskies Inc. would like to inform you of our annual musky tournament which is held the third weekend every September, which will be the 17th, 18th, and 19th in 2021. The tournament is attended by 200 – 250 anglers and is held on 17 bodies of waters in Rusk, Barron, Chippewa, and Eau Claire counties. Our goal is to promote the sport of musky fishing with an emphasis on a variety of prizes being awarded from various tournament sponsors. Chetek visitor’s Guide 2021

request at the interpretive center office). Winter time visitors are encouraged to borrow a pair of our snowshoes and enjoy some quiet time enjoying the beauty of our winter paradise. Over 60 pairs of snowshoes are available and will fit all ages, including the smallest of children. No rental fees are charged but donations are appreciated. Remote campsites are available on a first-come-first-served basis and have a fee of $16 per night. Inside the visitor center are glacial, cultural and natural history displays. Family based nature films can help to fill in a rainy day with bored children. Other popular films explain the glacial process, early logging and river driving. Staff naturalists encourage a hands-on approach and will gladly get out a snake or turtle for children to hold. Nets are available for grasshopper catching and critter feeding. Indoor scavenger hunts (10 different editions) are extremely popular with visiting children, offering up a choice of a prize after being ‘quizzed’ by a patient naturalist.

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In 2019 a total of 63 muskies were caught during the three-day tournament with the biggest being a 51.25-inch fish. The banquet for the tournament is held at Paradise Shores on Lake Holcombe with awards beginning at 1:00 pm on Sunday of the tournament. All contestants to catch a fish will receive a prize from the prize table. Door prizes are also given away for those in attendance. Muskies Inc. is a national “not for profit” organization that promotes Youth, Fisheries, and Research

and this annual tournament is the chapter’s main fund raising activity. All proceeds from fundraising activities are used in the west central Wisconsin area to support environmental education, youth camp sponsorship, outings for veterans, fish stocking, habitat enhancement, restoration projects, water quality preservation, and much more. We work in conjunction with area lake associations, the Rod and Gun club, and various other restoration and preservation groups.

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Walleyes for chetek Walleyes for Chetek had another excellent year in 2020 as they continue their efforts to rebuild the Chetek Chain of Lakes as the “walleye capital of Wisconsin.” The local organization raises funds annually to stock extended-growth walleyes into the Chetek Chain in order to increase the walleye population throughout the fishery. In Sept. 2020, the local organization stocked 12,000 extended-growth walleye (7–13 inches in length) into the Chetek Chain of Lakes—something the organization has done since 2003. Purchasing larger, juvenile walleyes increases the survival rate for the stocked fish to nearly 80 percent. Counting the last three years of the DNR’s stocking (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019), plus Walleyes for Chetek’s additional fish they have stocked, there has been nearly 185,000 walleyes put into the Chetek chain in roughly seven years. In the 15 years of stocking—the DNR does not allow Walleyes for Chetek to stock the same years as the DNR stocks the Chetek Chain—the local organization has purchased and released more than 102,000 extended growth walleyes at a cost of approximately $196,000. This is the seventh

year that the Walleyes for Chetek officers—Tyler Florczak, Josh Akins, James Akins, Ryan Gonzales and Matt Brandemeuhl—are heading the organization after co-founders Paul Pawlisch, Larry Grabowski and Larry Stafsholt handed over the reins and responsibilities of the Walleyes for Chetek in 2013. The walleyes supplied to the Chetek Chain are hatched and raised by Gollon Bait & Fish Farm, of Dodgeville. The cost is $2.00 per fish, and all of the funds raised through donations and sales of raffle tickets that are sold annually go toward the purchase of walleye. “Open water anglers and ice fishing anglers have reported catching many more and larger walleyes in the last few years, and they are growing at an incredible rate. They are all extremely healthy fish, according to the fish surveys on the Chetek Chain and fishing reports form local and visiting anglers. That proves that a fishery can be improved when the community gets involved,” Walleyes for Chetek officer Josh Akins stated. “We have received an unbelievable amount of support for our Walleyes for Chetek raffle giveaway on Labor Day weekend each year. We appreciate all of

Anyone willing to donate cash or items to be used as prizes for the August raffle can mail donations 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

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the donations and support we receive each year from Gilligans, the Chetek Resort Owners Association, Chetek Lakes Protection Association, along with all of the local businesses, organizations and individuals who donate or sponsor to make the stocking possible.” Besides stocking fish into the the lakes, Walleyes for Chetek has also begun to take on some other lake projects that will enhance Chetek’s fishery for years to come. The local organization is also working with the CLPA this winter to create more fish habitat along shorelines with a project called Fish Sticks. In 2017, the local non-profit organziation purchased and posted 30 new walleye fishing regulations signs at public boat landings/access areas around the Chetek Chain, Chetek dam and Red Cedar River. To garner funding, the organization will once again hold a Labor Day Weekend raffle with a grand prize of $2,000, as well as various other prizes, raffles, giveaways, 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 on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2021.

WE LOVE OUR LAKES! We are so fortunate to be part of the Chetek Chain of Lakes. Whether you’re boating to a restaurant, participating in a fishing tournament, watching the Hydroflites ski team, swimming, or site-seeing natural habitat, there are so many ways to enjoy our lakes. To ensure that we get to enjoy and pass on this local treasure to future generations, the Chetek Lakes Protection Association (CLPA) was formed in 1995. The CLPA’s mission

is to preserve and protect the Chetek Chain of Lakes for today’s enjoyment and our grandchildren. We are able to fulfill this mission with the tireless support of volunteers, community fundraisers, member dues and donations from residents, visitors, and local businesses. Current CLPA projects include: 1) Water sample/monitoring, 2) an EcoHarvestor to skim algae and remove potential invasive species from back-bays and channels, 3) FishSticks to promote fish habitat, 4) Educational signs and brochures, and 5) the Healthy Lakes Program to advance infiltration, buffer strips, and rain gardens to stop unwanted

materials from entering the lake. Four ways everyone can help protect our lakes: 1. Don’t let ash from a lake side fire pit or unwanted grass/leaves enter the lake. The ashes, grass, and leaves feed unwanted algae! 2. Inspect boats and trailers after use in the lakes to prevent the spread of non-native species. 3. Maintain vegetation along shorelines to prevent excess fertilizer and other nutrients entering the lake. 4. Obey no-wake zones within 100 feet of shoreline to prevent erosion. Reduce boat motor speeds in shallow areas to prevent churning up sediment along the lake bottom.

if you enjoy the lakes as a resident or a visitor, we can always use additional support through monetary donations or your time/talent. information to become a member or to donate is available by phone, email, website…and you can Like the Chetek Lakes Protection association on facebook!

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CLPA Skimmer In 2016, the Chetek Lakes Protection Association (CLPA) purchased an EcoHarvester algae and weed skimmer. The purchase was funded through support of the community and lake property owners. Over $70,000 was raised, including a $30,000 match from an anonymous donor, covering the initial cost of the harvester and a dump trailer. Then in 2018, a dedicated tow vehicle was donated and a new transfer barge was brought on line to improve efficiency of the operation. The purpose of the harvester is to

remove submerged growing weeds and collect algae or other floating plant debris. All administration, operation and maintenance labor is provided by resident volunteers. And direct operational and maintenance costs are paid with donations and dues. Since skimming operations began in 2016, we have removed 2,705 cubic yards or roughly 450,000 pounds of plant material from the lakes, enough to fill 225 dump trucks! After it is removed, the material is composted, mixed with other organic material and

used as fertilizer. 2020 marks the fifth year of skimming operations. Our records indicate a 2025% year over year reduction in the amount of material we remove. A coincidence? Result of changes in the weather? Time will tell as more data is collected, however the trend is certainly moving in the right direction. And the data is supported by an increasing number of positive comments we receive from property owners and visitors. We believe we are making a difference!

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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 warm, summer days & winter months • Diet includes algae, aquatic vegetation, zooplankton, insect larvae, insects, fish eggs, worms and small minnows/fish • Average length in Chetek Chain is 7 to 9 inches

crappie (Poxoxis annularis/nigromaculatus) • 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 length in Chetek Chain is 7 to 11 inches

Yellow Perch (Perca flavescens) • Primarily bottom feeders in dawn and dusk with a slow, deliberate bite—they are a schooling fish, like walleyes • Will eat almost anything, but prefers minnows, insect larvae, plankton and worms • Spawning occurs shortly after ice-out in late April or May at water temperatures of 45–52 degrees • Average length in the Chetek Chain is 8–12 inches

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• 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 length 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 length in Chetek Chain is 14 to 22 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 length in Chetek Chain is 24 to 32 inches

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CHETEK LIONS SERVE OUR WORLD by being members and supporting the Lions Clubs International and working at eyeglass mission sites in several countries.

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CWHS graduates are seeing more and more post-secondary opportunities, and it is because of this that your donation is needed now, more than ever. We see a growing number of graduates going to 4-year and 2-year colleges, as well as many who attend technical schools. In order to afford these opportunities, many rely on financial aid, which results in debt often difficult to repay. We encourage all students to apply for any and all scholarships, which include all of those offered through the CWSF. At no point should a graduate be discouraged about seeking future education simply because of a lack of funds. Your donation helps to secure the future of our CWHS graduates. For more information contact us at info@chetekscholarships.com or call 715-237-2991.

Auggie Land is a newly constructed, privately owned stateof-the-art dog park which was opened to the public in 2019. Just a few of the amenities at Auggie Land are a covered pavilion with picnic tables, a separation for large and small dogs, on-site fresh water, on-site portable toilets, benches and waste receptacles throughout the entire park. One of the popular attractions is the dog agility course located in the 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122; heart which is filled with red rubber mulch. This big red heart also duplicates for a beautiful aerial view. Auggie Land is a seasonal dog park with anticipated openings from May until November (Mother Nature Pending). Auggie Land is open from daylight - dark. It is located just north of Chetek on County Road M.

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Winter Fest | Liberty Fest

Liberty Fest Schedule of Events t e n tat i v e s c h e d u l e

saturday, July 3

thursday, July 1 • 1860s Vintage Baseball

• Fishy Four-Mile Walk/Run • Kids’ activities Friday, July 2 • Craft show • Softball tournament begins • Car show • World Wise Fair • Quilt show • Movie night • Softball tournament cont.

sunday, July 4 • Church on the beach • Masonic Breakfast • Parade at noon • Beach Party • Fireworks at dusk

Helicopter rides will be available throughout the festivities.

For more information, visit us at www.cheteklibertyfest.org

T e n tat i v e S c h e d u l e o f E v e n t s Friday, February 26

— Winter Fest Kick-off Party at Red’s 6-9 p.m.

saturday, February 27

— National Straightline Snowmobile Racing Radar registration starts at 8 a.m. Racing 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. — Pro Kid’s Ice Racing ages 4-14 — Kids’ Activities 11 a.m.-3 p.m. — Bikini Run 1 p.m. Fundraiser for breast cancer support. All proceeds go to Barron County Pink Ribbon Advocacy. AWARDS BANQUET TO FOLLOW AT POKEGAMA LAKESIDE CANTINA 6 p.m. Raffle Drawing

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Saturday, Sept. 11

Sponsored by the Chetek Chamber of Commerce

FOOD & FUN FOR EVERYONE!

• CRAFT SHOW • FLEA MARKET • FARMERS MARKET • CHILI CONTEST • PANCAKE BREAKFAST • PIE CONTEST • CHICKEN DINNER • KIDS ACTIVITIES For more information or questions, please call the Chetek Area Chamber of Commerce at 715-924-3200

Watermania | Harvest Fest | Santa Days

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Santa Comes to Town! SAT., DEC. 4, 2021 Held at The Center 711 FIRST ST., CHETEK

• Visit Santa • Horse-drawn wagon rides • Food & Hot Cocoa • Take part in Kids Corner holiday shopping

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Calendar of Events

calendar of events chetek & surrounding area

January -

16 Chetek Firefighters’ Annual Ice Fishing Tournament 16-17 Free Fishing Weekend in Wisconsin (No liceNse required) 21 Jump for a Cause

FEbruary -

6 14 27

Chetek Hydroflites Ice Fishing Tournament Fundraiser AMVETS Kids Ice Fishing Contest Winter Fest in Chetek

May -

1 22 28 30

Fishing season opener/Angler’s Widow Shopping Event Bluegill Fishing Tournament Pioneer Village Museum Opens | 1–5 p.m. Memorial Day Activities

JunE -

3–12 4-5 5 5-6 7 15-17 19 24-26

Rice Lake Aquafest City Wide Garage Sales, chetek Chetek Area Museum Annual Hosta Sale Fundraiser | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wisconsin DNR Free Fishing Weekend Taste of Chetek, dowNtowN chetek Wine Walk Canoes for a Cause Country Fest

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Chetek Liberty Fest | call 715-924-3200 for more iNfo Fireworks | at dusk over lake chetek Brew & Ribfest | phillips park iN chetek | 1-6 p.m. Turtle Lake InterCounty Fair | truck pull, carNival, parade Heritage Days - Pioneer Village | 10-5 Barron County Fair rice lake | aNimal judgiNg, carNival, harNess races, truck pull, tractor pull, demo derby

15-17 Country Jam | eau claire - 1-800-7800-jam 16-18 Birchwood Bluegill Festival 22-25 Jamboree Days New auburN | softball aNd volleyball tourNameNts, kids’ activities, chickeN diNNer

22-25 Washburn County Fair in Spooner 27-29 Wine Walk

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Bloomer Community Fair Crazy Days | chetek Lake Fest music oN lake at 2 p.m. raffle aNd prizes to follow Pontoon Olympix Watermania

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oktoberfest, dallas witches brew & warlocks too beer Crawl | CHETEK rETail sHoppinG EvEnT Chamber halloween Party | CHETEK-wEyErHaEusEr Hs Gym

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Chetek Chamber Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arrival & Fun Day | CHETEK | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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Outdoor Recreation & Trails

OutdOOr recreatiOn & trails All-terrain Vehicles The Chetek ATV Club has over 100 members. The Club has many members from outside the immediate area to help support our efforts and to provide ATV enthusiasts opportunities to ride our trails. Our trails are made possible by some very generous private land owners that allow our trails to cross over their land. The Club has many volunteers to maintain trails and road routes. The Mission of the Chetek ATV Cruzers is to conserve, maintain, enhance and establish All Terain Vehicle Trails and routes in Barron County.

Join the Club! Your membership means support for the local, state, and federal efforts to keep trails open and to utilize the public lands for recreational enjoyment. Your membership also helps to educate ATV users on trail etiquette and considerate trail use, so that we can retain our privileges and support the people who enjoy the great outdoors on their ATVs & UTVs. Your membership also helps to pay for the maintenance and cleaning of the trails. The Chetek ATV Club works hard to maintain the trails for everyone who uses them. There is access to the ATV routes and trails from most of the Chetek resorts. There is a trail-head in the Chetek Industrial Park behind Parker Hannifin where riders can unload their machines and park trucks/trailers. ATV city maps and Barron county maps are available at the Chetek Visitors Center and at most Chetek businesses. Please ride safely and always ride with your headlights on so others can see you coming.

Check us out on Facebook (ChetekAtvCruzers) New members are always welcome

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. “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 conditions, call 715-234-2126 or 800-523-6318 or visit www.travelwisconsin.com. 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, email cheteksnowflyers@yahoo.com, visit www.cheteksnowflyers.net or search Chetek Snow Flyers on Facebook. Lodging in the Chetek area is available during the winter by contacting the Chetek Resort Owners Association. Visit their website, www.explorechetek. com 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/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. 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.

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Fish-o-rama

Fish-ORama

Youngster catches first $500 tagged fish of 2020 on Prairie Lake Panfishing paid off for the Davis family, of Chillicothe, Ill., as Tom Davis, middle, landed the first $500 panfish of the 2020 Fish-ORama season. The 8-inch, 0.7-ounce bluegill was caught on Prairie Lake using a wax worm. Pictured with Tom is his father, Curtis, at left, holding his family’s Fish-O-Rama button, and Bob Stangle, right, representing Skippers Bait & Liquor Store, sponsor of the $500 fish. Curtis noted that he and his family have been coming to Chetek at least once a year for about 11 years, always staying at Oak Grove Resort. Tom’s 71-year old grandfather, Terry Nauman, of Rome, Ill., has been a longtime visitor of Chetek since he was 10. The Fish-O-Rama Contest began May 2 and ends Oct. 1.

Courtesy of The Chetek Alert • July 22, 2020 issue

2021 is our 35th Year!

There have been over 3,018 tagged fish caught during the Fish-O-Rama contest and over $119,175 has been paid out to winners to date!

2020 stats 380 Fish tagged

307-$25; 32-$50; 13-$100; 26-$500; 2-$1,000

24 tagged Fish were caught

20-$25; 1-$50; 2-$100; 1-$500; 0-$1,000

Fish-o-rama ruLes • 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

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