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4 Lakeshore Cabins • 1 Cabin in the Woods • WI-FI Boats & Motors • Pontoon Rental • Swimming Beach Direct Access to the Trails Your Hosts: Pete and Ann Miller W8150 St. Croix Trail Rd., Minong, WI 54859 • 715-466-2413

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Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

Attractions

• Public ATV campground directly on Wild River Trail. • Hundreds of miles of ATV and snowmobile trails. • Thousands of acres of public access forest land.

• Dozens of clear-water lakes for ﬁshing and recreation. • Namekagon, Totagatic and St. Croix rivers.

An Up North Country Casual Place to be.

Full Service Menu Homemade Food & Soups Catering On & Off Site Breakfast 7 days a week Downtown Minong

715-466-2311

Hours of Operation: 7 Days a Week KITCHEN: Sun-Thurs 7:30am-9pm; Fri & Sat 7:30am-10pm BAR: Sunday-Saturday 7:30am-?????

www.longbranchsmokehouseminong.com

Wash & Shop Laundromat Clean, Air-Conditioned Large Capacity Washers & Dryers Across from Henson’s Grocery

HOURS - Summer: 6AM-10PM • Winter: 7AM-9PM www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

Welcome to

Washburn County

g Northwoods in Every Direction g Table of Contents

photo: James Netz

Communities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Directory of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Major Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 What to Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-14 Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16 Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-21 Hidden Gems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Emergency Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-28 Lakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-41 Dining Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-44 Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-48 Relocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Churches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 A Short Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-54

Weather

Average annual snowfall: 52 inches Average annual rainfall: 31.06 inches

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Cover Photo Credits: James Netz Photography Our toll-free 800 number is generously sponsored by Indianhead Credit Union and Community Bank of Northern Wisconsin

Washburn County Tourism Association 122 North River Street Spooner, WI 54801 PHONE: 715.635.9696 TOLL FREE:

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Getting Here:

Washburn County is located in beautiful Northwest Wisconsin. Major Highways passing through include Highways 53, 63, 70 and 77. Washburn County is halfway between Duluth/Superior and Eau Claire, making it a convenient location to take a break, explore, grab a bite to eat, or rest for the evening.

DISTANCE TO WASHBURN COUNTY Chicago .................. 395 miles Duluth/Superior ....... 65 miles Eau Claire................. 81 miles Green Bay............... 257 miles LaCrosse................. 165 miles Madison.................. 256 miles Milwaukee............... 324 miles Minneapolis ............ 110 miles

The Washburn County Visitor & Activity Guide was prepared by Washburn County Tourism Association in cooperation with participating businesses and communities. Please let our advertisers know you saw their ad in the 2016 Washburn County Visitor Guide.

Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

2016 SPECIAL FEATURE

Experience Art in the Northwoods As you wander the incredible downtowns of Washburn County, you’re bound to stumble upon some great works of art. Seven art galleries are located throughout the county, offering a variety of works for any art lover. In addition, there are murals and sculptures located throughout the county for your viewing pleasure. Here are a few of our favorites: • Spooner Historical Mural-Downtown Spooner • Shell Lake Mosaic Murals-Downtown Shell Lake (Post Office & Shell Lake Library) • Under the Water Mural-Spooner Fish Hatchery • Stone Lake Historical Murals-Stone Lake Historical Society

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For a full list of art-related stops, stop into the Washburn County Visitor Center in Spooner. photo: Mary Dosch

TUBE RENTAL $8 & $10 On the Namekagon River halfway between Hayward & Spooner

CANOE & KAYAK RENTAL ATV-Snowmobile--Wild River Trail Campin Cabins--Camper Rental

715-635-4888

W4606 US Hwy 63 Trego (Earl), WI 54888

1. SLED AT HEARTWOOD RESORT 2. SNOWSHOE AT HUNT HILL 3. A DAY OF SNOWMOBILING 4. ICE SKATE WITH FAMILY 5. CROSS COUNTRY SKI AT NORDIC WOODS 6. SIP HOT COCOA IN FRONT OF THE FIRE 7. EXPLORE THE DOWNTOWN SHOPS 8. CATCH A FISH THROUGH THE ICE 9. ATTEND A WINTER FESTIVAL 10. BUILD A SNOWMAN WITH THE KIDS

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Minong Flowage

Three Mile Rd

Sand Lake

Big Sand Lake Rd

Totagatic Trl

One Mile Rd

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Derosier Lake

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Marvins Landing

Greenwood Rd

E Flow

Middle Kimball Lake

Gilmore Lake

Smith Bridge Rd

Lower Kimball Lake

St Croix Trl

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St Croix Trl

Rice Lake Rd

No Mans Lake

N Twin Lake Rd

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Bass Lake Park Big Bass Lake

Little Bass Lake

North Twin Lakes

Chicog Lake Rd

Thompson Bridge Rd

Adventure Lake

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Located between Trego and Hayward, Earl & Springbrook are great destinations for outdoor enthusiasts. Paddlers and floaters alike will be drawn to the area as the Namekagon River, part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, flows through both communities. Tubes, canoes, and kayak rentals, as well as shuttle services, are available in both Earl and Springbrook.

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Hointville Lake Lower Mckenzie Rd

Mathews Lake

Popple Island Rd

Christianson Creek Rd

Mack Lake Rd

Haynes Rd

53 Zehm Rd

Chippanazie Flow

Sugarbush Lake

Mack Lake Bramer Rd

Gardner Lake Rd

Oak Lake

Lost Lake

Lost Creek Rd

Fish Lake

Rainy Lake

Chicog Lake Rd

Mclain Lake

Earl & Springbrook

Chicog Lake

Cloverleaf Lake

Lake

Palmer Dr

Stanberry

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Hayward Rd

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Pokegama Lake

Chippanazie Rd

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Totagatic Flowage

Frog Creek Rd

Shell Creek Rd

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Lake Nancy

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Smith Bridge Rd

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Three Mile Rd

Minong

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If you’re looking for a secluded Northwoods vacation, be sure to check out the Minong area. Well-known for its vast ATV and snowmobile trail systems, the area offers access to lodging, dining and gas directly from the trails. Minong also offers many fishing opportunities in the area lakes, including a Kids’ Fishing Pond on the east end of town.

Lamberg Rd

Hay Lake

Western Lake Rd

E Lake Rd

Haddick Rd

Gull Lake

Flowing through town, the Namekagon River (part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway) provides 252 miles of tubing, canoeing, and kayaking fun. Rentals and shuttle service are available in Trego. In addition to the water fun, Trego is in the heart of the vast ATV and snowmobile trail system. Riders have access to everything in Trego, including trails that connect to hundreds of miles of state-funded, groomed trails. K

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Lampson

Bean Lake Bean Lake

Larson Rd

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Lake Rd

Oak Ridge Dr

Island Lake

Casey Lake Rd

Beaver Lake Rd

Beaver Lake

Tripp Rd

Leisure Lake Rd

Hendricks Rd

Rosewood Rd

Wildwood Ln

Hamilton Rd

Trego

Lower Mc Kenzie Lake

Deer Lake

Cranberry Lake

Springbrook

Schnagl Rd

Rappy Lake

Loon Lake

Lincoln Lake Rd

Dunn Lake

Winton Rd

Tomahawk Lake Trego River

Rigler Lake Big Bass Lake Rd

Tower Lake

Jerry Lake

Grass Lake

Earl

Pair O Lakes Rd

Mc Kinley Lake Lincoln Lake

Trego Lake County Park

Eclectic shopping, one-of-a-kind festivals, and must-see attractions make Spooner a distinct stop for visitors. Home of the Spooner Rodeo, Jack Pine Savage Days, Jack O’ Lantern Festival, Jack Frost Festival, Spooner Train Ride, WI Canoe Heritage Museum, World’s Largest Musky & Walleye Fish Hatchery, and the Railroad Memories Museum, Spooner offers something fun for everyone all year ‘round.

Short Cut Rd

Correll Rd

Stumph Rd

Trego

Veazie Rd

Lucky Lake

Schaub Rd 5th Ave

Dock Lake

Little Spooner Lake

Bashaw Rd

Swan Bridge Rd

Loop Rd

Yellow River

Leesom

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Oak Lake

Moody Lake Rd

Shell Lake

Miller Lake Rd

Sawmill Lake

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Mc Cune Lake

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Lapcinski Rd

Keg Rd

Laundromat Rd

Mc Cune Lake

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Berry Lake

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Long Lake Ave

Fenton Lake

Kekegama Lake

Spider Lake Dr nt Cry

Miller Lake

Bass Lake

Sarona is home to Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, a 450-acre nature reserve, with over 10 miles of hiking trails, including the famous “Bog Trail”. Hunt Hill offers nature programming for the whole family and provides the perfect location to explore the beautiful wildlife habitats of Northwest Wisconsin. Sarona also offers excellent golfing, miles upon miles of ATV trails, and wonderful fishing opportunities.

Sarona Shallow Lake Rd

Leaman Lake Rd

Long Lake

Shallow Lake

Glendenning Rd

Audubon Rd

Sarona

Berry Rd

Stone Rd

N Woodyard Rd

School House Rd

S Heart Lake Rd

Ripley Lake

Elver Rd

Miller Lake

Peufald

Mud Lake Rd

Big Devil Lake Lilja Rd

Little Long Lake Rd

First St

Mud Lake

Casper Lake

Heart Lake Rd

Loyhead Lake

Macrae Lake

Heisterkamp Rd

Shell Lake Muni

On a sunny, summer day, surrounded by some of the best fishing in Northwest Wisconsin, it is easy to see why Birchwood is known as the Bluegill Capital of Wisconsin. In addition to the fishing opportunities, Birchwood is also wellknown for their vast ATV and snowmobile trail systems. Easy trail access to lodging, dining and gas make Birchwood a great entry point for exploring the area trails.

Birchwood

Madge

Heart Lake

Grassy Lake

Harmon Lake

Moody Lake

Briggs Ave

Pine Lake

Slim Lake

Beaver Brook

Sand Rd

Potato Lake

Leesome Lake

Ripley Lake

Baker Lake

Starkey Lake

Woodyard Rd

Strabel Rd 5th

Harmon Lake Rd

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Brook Dr

Cadle Rd

Birch Lake

Kingelm Lake

Pershing Rd

D Balsam Lake

Shallow Lake

Barronett

Kekegama Lake

Bear Lake

Doolittle County Park

Park St

Monday Lake

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Main St

Church Rd

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Birchwood

Cedar St

Mud Lake

Haugen Lake

48 Dalen Rd

Angus

Lucky Lake

1st Ave

Bashaw Valley Rd

Stone Lake

Walter Rd

Harrison Lake

Hilltop Rd

Stone Lake

2nd Ave

Lucky Lake

Randall Lake Greenfield Rd

5th St

Spooner Lake

Busch St

9th St

Crystal Mountain Rd

Scribner St

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Tower Hill Rd

Orchard Ln

Yellow River

Long Lake

Pelican Ln

Long Lake, which stretches 19 miles and reaches depths of over 70 feet, is known as the Walleye Capital of Wisconsin. Several resorts, bait shops, and restaurants make this a great lake for planning your family’s Northwoods vacation. The clear, spring-fed water keeps visitors coming back to Long Lake year after year, generation after generation.

Long Lake

Spooner Lake

Perch Lake Rd

1st Ave

Spooner Community Memorial Hospital

Imagine a downtown with a sparkling 2,600-acre lake, public beach, park, bandshell, and campground and you ashaw have the gorgeous town of Shell Lake. Now add a historical museum, woodcarving Shell Lake museum, art gallery, live music and a community theatre, all making Shell Lake the perfect small town to spend time with loved ones taking in the arts and enjoying the beautiful surroundings.

Dilly Lake

10th St

Spooner

Shell Lake

Metcalf Rd

Evergreen Lake

Kock Rd

Dilly Lake Rd

Jellen Rd

Carlton Rd

9th St

Blooming Valley Rd

Cable Lake

Goose Lake

8th

Spring Lake

Bass Lake Rd

Spring Lake

Grass Lake

Edgewood Dr

Spooner

Spring Lake Willer Rd

Fairview Rd

Bass Lake

Peters Rd

Dubois Rd

Lake

Mackey Rd

kenzie

Bean Lake

Mud Lake

Chappell Rd

Big Mc

Bass Lake

Bass Lake Rd

Whalen Lake Rd

Little Casey Lake

Big Mc Kenzie Lake

Located in both Washburn and Sawyer counties, Stone Lake is a small treasure with a big heart. Stone Lake’s unique shops, incredible restaurants and sparkling lakes welcome visitors throughout the year with their Northwoods hospitality. This is especially evident in the fall when Stone Lake hosts their annual Cranberry Festival with marsh tours, arts & craft vendors, krate box derby, parade, and delicious cranberry treats.

Stone Lake

Whalen Lake

Wakefield Rd

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Spring Lake Rd

Sunfish Lake

North Rd

Casey Lake

Say Hi Rd

Timberlane Rd

Fire Lane Rd

Deer Hollo

Town Hall Rd

Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

Red Cedar Lake

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WHAT TO DO ◆ Broken Spoke

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715-635-4888 . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ◆ Bulik's Amusement 715-635-7111 . . . . . . . . . . 17 ◆ Hoofbeat Ridge Ranch 715-939-0205 . . . . . . . . . . 13 ◆ Hunt Hill 715-635-6543 . . . . . . . . . . 19 ◆ Minong Center, LLC 715-466-1017 . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ◆ Museum of Woodcarving 715-468-7100 . . . . . . . . . . 11 ◆ Potters Shed 715-468-4122 . . . . . . . . . . 20 ◆ Railroad Memories Museum 715-635-3325 . . . . . . . . . . 12 ◆ Shell Lake Arts Center 715-468-2414 . . . . . . . . . . 41 ◆ Spooner Rodeo 800-367-3306 . . . . . . . . . . 10 ◆ Stone Lake Cranberry Festival 715-865-3378 . . . . . . . . . . 39 ◆ Washburn County Fair 715-635-2169 . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ◆ Wilderness Walk 715-634-2893 . . . . . . . . . . 14 ◆ WI Great Northern Train Ride 715-635-3200 . . . . . . . . . . 28 ◆ Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum 715-635-5002 . . . . . . . . . . 12

RECREATION & TRAILS

◆ AAA Sports Shop

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715-635-3011 . . . . . . . . . . 20

◆ Black Bear Golf & Tennis

715-466-2314 . . . . . . . . . . 17

◆ Broken Spoke

715-635-4888 . . . . . . . . . . 17

◆ Butternut Hills Golf Course

715-635-8563 . . . . . . . . . . 21

◆ Jack’s Canoe & Campground

715-635-3300 . . . . . . . . . . 19

◆ Log Cabin Resort &

Campground 715-635-2959 . . . . . . . . . . 18 ◆ Main Store, The 715-259-3311 . . . . . . . . . . 20 ◆ MudPuppy ATV Rentals 715-513-9955 . . . . . . . . . . 16 ◆ Rolling Hills Snowmobile Club 715-635-4900 . . . . . . . . . . 16 ◆ Spooner Golf Club 715-635-3580 . . . . . . . . . . 19 ◆ Spooner Outlet 715-635-3883 . . . . . . . . . . 45 ◆ Sportsmens Headquarters 715-466-2171 . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ◆ Wild River Sport & Marine 715-635-5299 . . . . . . . . . . 20

LAKES

◆ Bay Vue Resort

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715-354-3771 . . . . . . . . . . 33

◆ Birchwood Chamber

715-354-5734 . . . . . . . . . . 32

◆ Fred Thomas Resort

715-354-3761 . . . . . . . . . . 33 ◆ Jim Stroede Guide Service 715-520-7043 . . . . . . . . . . 31 ◆ Lincolnwood Resort 715-354-3533 . . . . . . . . . . 35

Advertising Directory

◆ Long Lake Bait & Tackle 715-635-3260 . . . . . . . . . . 31 ◆ Long Lake Chamber 715-635-3260 . . . . . . . . . . 36 ◆ Pioneer on Long Lake Resort 715-354-3500 . . . . . . . . . . 37 ◆ Placid Bay Resort 715-234-1122 . . . . . . . . . . 31 ◆ Prop's 715-354-3515 . . . . . . . . . . 37 ◆ Red Cedar Springs Resort 715-234-7854 . . . . . . . . . . 34 ◆ Schatzi's Resort 715-466-4095 . . . . . . . . . . 31 ◆ Shell Lake Chamber 715-468-4340. . . . . . . . 40-41 ◆ Shell Lake Marine 715-468-7662 . . . . . . . . . . 34 ◆ Stone Lake Bait & Tackle 715-865-4665 . . . . . . . . . . 38 ◆ Stone Lake Chamber 715-865-0055 . . . . . . . . . . 38 ◆ Sunset Resort 715-354-3203 . . . . . . . . . . 35 ◆ Wascott Tourism & Development Association 715-466-2805 . . . . . . . . . . 54

◆ Rolling Thunder RV/ Campground 715-635-6565 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Rosenthal's 715-259-3363 . . . . . . . . . . 27 ◆ Sam's Place 715-635-9677 . . . . . . . . . . 34 ◆ Shady Beach Resort 715-259-3501 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Shell Lake Municipal Campground 715-468-7679 . . . . . . . . . . 23 ◆ Stout's Island Lodge 715-354-3646 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Vee's 715-865-4545 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Wild River Trail Inn 715-466-2384 . . . . . . . . . . . 2

DINING ◆ A&W

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715-466-5929 . . . . . . . . . . 43

◆ Aces at Northwinds Resort

715-635-8089 . . . . . . . . . . 44

LODGING ◆ Antler Inn/

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◆ Chicog Pub

715-466-4776 . . . . . . . . . . 44

Safari Whitetail Resort 715-466-5333 . . . . . . . . . . 25 ◆ Bashaw Lake Resort 262-391-6817 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Bay Park Resort and Campground 715-635-2840 . . . . . . . . . . 55 ◆ Best Western 715-635-9770 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Big Chetac Resort - Janetski's 715-354-3865 . . . . . . . . . . 34 ◆ Broken Spoke 715-635-4888 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Camp Namekagon RV Park 715-766-2277 . . . . . . . . . . 21 ◆ Cobblestone B&B 715-354-3494 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Country House Motel 715-635-8721 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Green Acres Motel 715-635-2177 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Heartwood Conference Center & Resort 715-466-6300 . . . . . . . . . . 26 ◆ Highland Park RV & Resort 715-635-2462 . . . . . . . . . . 25 ◆ Inn Town Motel 715-635-3529 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Kimball Lake Resort 715-466-2413 . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ◆ Maple Terrace Resort 715-354-3842 . . . . . . . . . . 33 ◆ Moonlight Bay Resort 715-635-2666 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Northwest Lodging 715-635-3535 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Northwinds Resort and Bar 715-635-8089 . . . . . . . . . . 29 ◆ Pine Harbor Resort 715-635-3561 . . . . . . . . . . 26 ◆ Rainbow Bay Resort 715-635-2390 . . . . . . . . . . 24 ◆ Red Barn Campground 715-468-2575 . . . . . . . . . . 23

◆ Ed's Pit Stop

715-354-7991 . . . . . . . . . . 43

◆ Hub's Riverbend

715-939-1250 . . . . . . . . . . 45

◆ Klopp's

715-468-7457 . . . . . . . . . . 40

◆ Lake View Bar & Grill

715-731-0080 . . . . . . . . . . 41

◆ Longbranch Smokehouse &

Grill 715-466-2311 . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ◆ McKenzie Landing 715-635-2520 . . . . . . . . . . 42 ◆ Pair O' Lakes 715-635-2812 . . . . . . . . . . 44 ◆ Peggy's Place 715-468-7427 . . . . . . . . . . 41 ◆ Pine Brook Farm 715-635-4511 . . . . . . . . . . 42 ◆ River Street Family Restaurant 715-635-2222 . . . . . . . . . . 44 ◆ Roost, The 715-635-8921 . . . . . . . . . . 44 ◆ Rut, The 715-354-7344 . . . . . . . . . . 31 ◆ Spider Lake Saloon & Resort 715-354-3723 . . . . . . . . . . 34 ◆ Spooner Family Restaurant 715-635-3565 . . . . . . . . . . 45 ◆ Stone Lake Pub 715-865-2141 . . . . . . . . . . 38 ◆ Thru the Woods Cafe 715-468-2969 . . . . . . . . . . 41 ◆ Tony's Riverside 715-635-8636 . . . . . . . . . . 44 ◆ Tracks Restaurant & Bar 715-635-3399 . . . . . . . . . . 43 ◆ Trego Dinner Bell 715-635-3271 . . . . . . . . . . 43 ◆ Uncle Mike's Bar & Grill 715-635-9042 . . . . . . . . . . 45 ◆ Wendy's Place 715-466-4334 . . . . . . . . . . 45

SHOPPING

◆ 3C General Store

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715-566-1356 . . . . . . . . . . 51

715-468-1195 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Bashaw Valley Greenhouse 715-468-2591 . . . . . . . . . . 40 ◆ Betty Lou Home 715-957-0055 . . . . . . . . . . 39 ◆ Brickyard Pottery & Glassworks 715-468-7341 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Cobblestone Custom Framing & Christian Gifts 715-635-6536 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Dahl's Home Store/ General Store 715-635-2927 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Infinite Vapor 715-939-1290 . . . . . . . . . . 46 ◆ Jean's Antiques 715-468-7035 . . . . . . . . . . 41 ◆ Last Frontier, The 715-865-3302 . . . . . . . . . . 38 ◆ Louie's Finer Meats 715-822-4728 . . . . . . . . . . 45 ◆ Miller's Cheese House 715-234-4144 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Monday Flea Market 715-634-4791 . . . . . . . . . . 46 ◆ My Favorite Things 715-468-2899 . . . . . . . . . . 40 ◆ North Crossing Foods 715-635-0084 . . . . . . . . . . 45 ◆ Northwind Book & Fiber 715-635-6811 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Northwoods Hardware Hank 715-635-7366 . . . . . . . . . . 46 ◆ Red Cross Pharmacy 715-635-2117 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Red Schoolhouse Wines 715-865-5038 . . . . . . . . . . 39 ◆ Retreat Home Furniture 715-638-2700 . . . . . . . . . . 48 ◆ Sather Jewelry 715-635-2418 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Schmitz's Economart 715-635-2836 . . . . . . . . . . 44 ◆ Spooner Bake Shoppe 715-635-2643 . . . . . . . . . . 44 ◆ ThistleBee Candles & Gifts 715-635-4360 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Vitamin Source, The 715-635-9791 . . . . . . . . . . 45

A SHORT DRIVE

◆ Studio Northwoods

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◆ Clover Meadow Winery/

White Wolf Distillery 715-468-4224 . . . . . . . . . . 53 ◆ Engstrom's Siding & Window 715-349-5887 . . . . . . . . . . 51 ◆ Forts Folle Avoine 715-866-8890 . . . . . . . . . . 51 ◆ Fox Run Golf Course 715-866-7953 . . . . . . . . . . 51 ◆ Grantsburg Watercross 715-463-4269 . . . . . . . . . . 51 ◆ Ike Walton Lodge 715-866-7101 . . . . . . . . . . 52 ◆ Peggy's Fashion Rack 715-359-5000 . . . . . . . . . . 53 ◆ Shops at the Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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◆ Voyager Village

715-259-3910 . . . . . . . . . . 50

SERVICES

◆ Benson Thompson

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◆ Coldwell Banker - East West

715-635-2000 . . . . . . . . . . . 2

◆ Ericson Logging & Woodyards

715-466-4308 . . . . . . . . . . . 3

◆ Ericson Trucking, LLC

715-466-4308 . . . . . . . . . . . 3

◆ Hillside Realty

715-635-2360 . . . . . . . . . . 34

◆ Indianhead Medical Center

715-468-7833 . . . . . . . . . . 49

◆ Irv's Stump Removal

715-790-0263 . . . . . . . . . . 47

◆ Johnson Bank

715-635-9749 . . . . . . . . . . 20

◆ Keith Family Wellness

715-466-4400 . . . . . . . . . . . 2

◆ Minong Area Chamber of

Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

◆ Minong Senior Center

715-466-4448 . . . . . . . . . . . 3

◆ Northern Lakes Veterinary

Clinic 715-468-7007 . . . . . . . . . . 40 ◆ Northwest Wisconsin Realty 715-865-2315 . . . . . . . . . . 39 ◆ Silver Shears Salon 715-468-2404 . . . . . . . . . . 40 ◆ Spooner Chamber 715-635-2168 . . . . . . . . . . 56 ◆ Spooner Eye Care 715-635-2020 . . . . . . . . . . 47 ◆ Vitality Village 715-468-2232 . . . . . . . . . . 41 ◆ Wash & Shop Laundromat 715-205-1999 . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ◆ Washburn Co. EDC 715-635-8242 . . . . . . . . . . 49

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ONGOING EVENTS

Washburn County Calendar of Events JULY 2016

JAN. – DEC.

9 ◆ Jack Frost Fest, Spooner. ◆ Antique Snowmobile Show, Spooner. 9 12 ◆ Soup Lunch, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 16-17 DNR Free Ice Fishing Weekend.

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◆ Firemans’ Street Dance, Birchwood. ◆ Shell Lake Fine Arts Festival, Downtown Park,

Minong Center - Stand-Up Comedy Stone Lake Music Night

◆ Shell Lake Art Festival Sailboat Regatta, Shell

FEBRUARY 2016

Lake. ◆ Shell Lake Street Dance & Fireworks, Shell 3 Lake. ◆ Stone Lake Boat Parade, Big Stone Lake. 3 ◆ Stone Lake Independence Day Celebration, 3 Lions Park, Stone Lake. ◆ Various Area Fireworks: McKenzie Landing, 4 Spooner, Spider Lake Resort, and Prop’s. ◆ Long Lake Boat Parade, Narrows Boat Landing. 4 ◆ Big McKenzie Boat Parade. 4 ◆ Lakefront Master Jazz Concert with Randy Sa4 bien, Shell Lake Pavilion. 7-9 ◆ 63rd Annual Heart of the North Rodeo, Washburn County Fairgrounds, Spooner. 10 ◆ Stone Lake Historical Society Pie & Ice Cream Social. 15-17 ◆ Bluegill Festival, Birchwood. 16 ◆ Cakes at the Lake: Sandhill Cranes, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 16 ◆ Shell Lake Triathlon, Downtown Shell Lake. 28-30 ◆ Lumberjack World Championships, Hayward. 28-31 ◆ Washburn County Fair, Washburn County Fairgrounds, Spooner.

Lakeside Pavilion Movies & Concerts Shell Lake Farmer’s Market Spooner Farmer’s Market Stone Lake Farmer’s Market Music at the Shed Music on the Patio Monday Flea Market

AUGUST 2016

Shell Lake Farmer’s Market Spooner Farmer’s Market Stone Lake Farmer’s Market

JANUARY 2016

6 5-7 9 20 20 22

◆ Spooner-Trego Lions Club Ice Fishing Contest, Spooner Lake, Spooner. ◆ Winter Camping Rendezvous, Sawmill Campground, Birchwood. ◆ Soup Lunch, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. ◆ Gull Lake Ice Fishing Contest, Springbrook. ◆ American Birkebeiner, Hayward. ◆ Full Moon Snowshoe Hike, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona.

MARCH 2016 6 8 18 19 19 26 26

◆ Hoop-a-la, AAA Sport Shop, Spooner Lake. ◆ Soup Lunch, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. ◆ Owl Hike, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. ◆ Webb Lake St. Patrick’s Day Parade. ◆ Annual New Ventures Gardening Seminar, Northwood School, Minong. ◆ Spooner-Trego Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt. ◆ Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Breakfast, Shell Lake.

APRIL 2016 1-2 2 12 30

◆ IRPC Annual Gun Show, Spooner. ◆ Natural Landscaping for Pollinators, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. ◆ Soup Lunch, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. ◆ Helping Hands, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona.

MAY 2016 6-7 7 14 26 28 28 28

◆ Wisconsin Indian Head Country’s Governors Fishing Opener, Minong. Wisconsin Fishing Opener.

◆ Prairie Fling, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. ◆ Creative Writing Class Open Mic Night, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. ◆ Railroad Memories Museum Annual Season Opening Hot Dog & Brat Feed, Spooner. ◆ Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Day & Wooden Boat and Canoe Show, Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum, Spooner. ◆ Stone Lake Lions Fish Fry, Lions Hall, Stone Lake.

JUNE 2016 4-5 DNR Free Fishing Weekend & Free ATV’ing Weekend. 4 ◆ Chuck Revak Memorial Kids Fishing Event, Veterans Memorial Park, Spooner. 4 ◆ Family Festival, Washburn County Fairgrounds, Spooner. 4 ◆ Stone Lake Community Garage Sales, Stone Lake. 4 ◆ Tractor Poker Run, Broken Spoke Saloon & Campground, Earl. 10 ◆ Hit for the Hill Golf Scramble, Butternut Hills Golf Course, Sarona. 11 ◆ Tri County Dairy Breakfast, Washburn County Fairgrounds, Spooner. 11 ◆ Cakes at the Lake: Lake Food Chain, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 11 ◆ Family Range Day, Indianhead Rifle & Pistol Club, Spooner. 12 ◆ Badger Car Show, Washburn County Fairgrounds, Spooner. 18 ◆ Stone Lake Craft Fair, downtown Stone Lake. 18 ◆ Railroad Heritage Festival, Railroad Memories Museum, Spooner. 16-19 ◆ Musky Festival, Hayward. 23 ◆ Ladies Nite, Stone Lake. 24-25 ◆ Northwoods Blues Festival, Washburn County Fairgrounds, Spooner. 25 ◆ Cakes at the Lake: Exploring the Bogs of Hunt Hill, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 26 ◆ Butterfly Hike, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 26 ◆ Diversity of Wisconsin Butterflies, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 26 ◆ Birchwood Garden Tour. 29 ◆ Big Band Tribute, Shell Lake Arts Center.

Shell Lake.

5-7 ◆ Jack Pine Savage Days, Spooner. 5-6 ◆ Savage Dash 5k Mud Run/Obstacle Course & Kids’ Dash, Spooner. 5-6 ◆ Sales for Tails Thrift Sale, Washburn County Fairgrounds. 6 ◆ Stone Lake Family Fun Day, Stone Lake. 6 ◆ Stone Lake Historical Society Open House, Stone Lake. 6 ◆ Band on the Barge, Long Lake. 13 ◆ Cakes at the Lake: Beavers, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 13 ◆ Evening with the Stars Gala, Shell Lake Arts Center. 13 ◆ Woodcrafters in Birchwood. 16 ◆ Twilight Garden Tour, Spooner Agricultural Research Station, Spooner. 20 ◆ Sheep Day, Spooner Agricultural Research Station, Spooner. 26-27 ◆ Mushroom Foraging Workshop, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona.

JUNE

JULY Lakeside Pavilion Movies & Concerts Shell Lake Farmer’s Market Spooner Farmer’s Market Stone Lake Farmer’s Market Music at the Shed Music on the Patio Monday Flea Market

AUGUST Lakeside Pavilion Movies & Concerts Shell Lake Farmer’s Market Spooner Farmer’s Market Stone Lake Farmer’s Market Music at the Shed Music on the Patio Monday Flea Market

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER Shell Lake Farmer’s Market Spooner Farmer’s Market Stone Lake Farmer’s Market

EVENT DESCRIPTIONS: Lakeside Pavilion Movies & Concerts: Monday Evenings, times vary; contact 800-367-3306 Minong Center - Stand-Up Comedy Year-round every other Friday Shell Lake Farmer’s Market: Fridays: 2 p.m.-6 p.m., Hwy 63 Spooner Farmer’s Market: Saturdays: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Hardware Hank Parking Lot Stone Lake Farmer’s Market: Thursdays: 2 p.m.-5 p.m., Downtown Stone Lake Stone Lake Music Night: Second Saturday of every month, 6:30-9 p.m., Stone Lake Lions Hall Music at the Shed: The Potter’s Shed, Call for schedule Shell Lake 715-468-4122

photo: James Net

Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

Music on the Patio: Thursdays & Saturdays Red Schoolhouse Wines, Call for schedule Stone Lake 715-865-5038 Monday Flea Market: Mondays: 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Hayward Sports Center

SEPTEMBER 2016

2-4 ◆ Town & Country Days, Shell Lake. ◆ Town & Country Days Sailboat Regatta, Shell Lake. 3 ◆ Chocolate Festival, Washburn County Historical Museum, Shell Lake. 3 ◆ Stone Lake Lions Fish Fry, Lions Hall, Stone Lake. 3 10 ◆ Shriners ATV Rally, Springbrook. 10 ◆ Cakes at the Lake: Wild Ricing, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 10 ◆ Evergreen Cemetery Walk, Stone Lake. 10 ◆ Birchwood Area Garage Sales. 16 ◆ Full Moon Canoeing, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 23 ◆ Ladies Night Out, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 23-25 ◆ Fall Splendor Art Meander from Chetek to Spooner.

Washburn County Calendar of Events

OCTOBER 2016 1 8 8 15 21-22 31

Northwoods Blues Festival

Spooner Rodeo-PRCA

June 24-25, 2016 www.northwoodsbluesfestival.com

July 7-9, 2016 www.spoonerrodeo.com

Bluegill Festival

Washburn County Fair

July 15-17, 2016 www.birchwoodlions.org

July 28-31, 2016 www.washburncountyfair.com

Jack Pine Savage Days

Town & Country Days

August 5-7, 2016 www.jackpinesavagedays.com

September 2-4, 2016 www.shelllake.org

◆ 38th Annual Stone Lake Cranberry Festival. ◆ 5k Zombie Run, Spooner. ◆ Jack O’ Lantern Festival, Spooner. ◆ Oktoberfest, Shell Lake Arts Center. ◆ Haunted Schoolhouse, Shell Lake Arts Center. ◆ Children’s Halloween Party, Lions Hall, Stone Lake.

NOVEMBER 2016

12-13 ◆ Open Range Sight-in Days, Indianhead Rifle & Pistol Club, Spooner. 16-18 ◆ Open Range Sight-in Days, Indianhead Rifle & Pistol Club, Spooner. 19 ◆ Hunter’s Chili Feed, Stone Lake. 24 ◆ Annual Tozer Turkey Trot, Spooner. 25-26 ◆ Annual Holiday Open House, Brickyard Pottery. 26 ◆ Santa’s Pizza Party Train Ride, Noon, Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad, Spooner.

DECEMBER 2016 1 3

◆ Annual Tree Lighting at WCAHS, Spooner. ◆ Santa’s Pizza Party Train Ride, Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad,

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◆ Holiday Saturday, Shell Lake. ◆ Children’s Christmas Party, Lions Hall, Stone Lake. ◆ Bluegill Christmas Festival, Birchwood. ◆ Santa’s Pizza Party Train Ride, Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad,

◆ Santa’s Pizza Party Train Ride, Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad,

Spooner.

Spooner. Spooner.

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BIRCHWOOD EARL/SPRINGBROOK LONG LAKE MINONG SARONA SHELL LAKE SPOONER STONE LAKE TREGO A SHORT DRIVE

Stone Lake Cranberry Festival October 1, 2016 www.stonelakecranberryfestival.com

For more information on these events, call 800-367-3306 or visit

www.washburncounty.org photo: Steve Smedley

Events are subject to change.

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

What To Do

63RD ANNUAL HEART OF THE NORTH 2016 SPOONER WISCONSIN

Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

Kids’ Top Picks!

What To Do

Hi! I’m Noelle and I’m 6 years old. This is my handprint. I’ve put my handprint on a few activities in this section that I think my friends would like to do. Have fun exploring Washburn County!

including The Last Supper

Attractions WI Great Northern Train Ride N6639 Dilly Lake Rd. SEE AD PAGE Trego, WI 54888 28 715-635-3200 www.spoonertrainride.com

Open May through October 7 Days A Week · 9 am to 6 pm

715-468-7100 539 Highway 63 · Shell Lake, WI 54871

A scenic train ride aboard a historic excursion train along the Namekagon River. Specialty trains include Bed & Breakfast train, Family Pizza Train, Elegant Dinner Train, Santa’s Pizza Party Train and more. Hours: Check website for train schedule

Spooner Veterans Memorial Highway 63 Spooner, WI 54801 800-367-3306

Spooner Fish Hatchery

Located in Waterfront Park on the south side of Spooner. Memorial to over 3,400 Spooner area veterans.

810 West Maple Street Spooner, WI 54888 715-635-4149 www.spoonerhatchery.com See hatchery incubation in glass viewing tanks, learn how to tell the age of a fish and what lures to use to catch one and more at the Governor Tommy Thompson State Fish Hatchery. Hours: Visitor Center open weekdays 8-4; Guided tours Tuesdays & Fridays (May-Labor Day) at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. or by appointment

Clover Meadow Winery 23396 Thompson Road Shell Lake, WI 54871 SEE AD 715-468-4224 PAGE www.cmwinery.com

The only certified organic winery in the Midwest! Specializing in Wisconsin wines, Clover Meadow focuses on wines made from Northern Wisconsin grown fruit, grapes, and botanicals. Tours and wine tastings are available. Hours: Summer-Thursday-Saturday 12 p.m.6 p.m.; Sundays & Holidays 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Winter-FridaySaturday 12 p.m.-6 p.m.; Sundays & Holidays 12 p.m.-5 p.m.

Northern Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery N4063 Veterans Way Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-5360

Historical & Museums Museum of Woodcarving 539 Highway 63 Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-468-7100

SEE AD PAGE 11

The Museum of Woodcarving is home to 100 life-sized biblical carvings and 400 miniatures carved by Joseph Barta. The museum is also the home of the internationally renowned life-sized replica of “The Last Supper” which took more than four years to complete. Hours: May 1 through late October, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Birchwood Area Log Museum Main Street Birchwood, WI 54817 800-367-3306 The museum houses a handcarved replica of an entire logging camp operation at the turn of the century, logging camp artifacts, taped interviews of early settlers and more. Visit www.washburncounty.org for current hours

http://dva.state.wi.us/Cem-Northern.asp

Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery provides a final resting place for veterans and creates a lasting memorial to their achievements and sacrifices. Hours: Daily Sunrise to Sunset; Office: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

What To Do

Historical & Museums Stone Lake Historical Museum

Rooms of historic and vintage railroad items from America’s past in the 1902 Omaha/CNW depot in downtown Spooner, WI.

6064 Stone Lake Road Stone Lake, WI 54876 715-865-8322

Visit Nationally Advertised

Railroad Memories Museum

Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend

Tuesday-Saturday Open at 10:00 am, Last tour at 4:00 pm Sunday Open 10:00 am, Last tour at 3:00 pm and by appointment

715-635-3325 or 715-635-6324

www.stonelakeareahistoricalsociety.com

Housing many artifacts from Stone Lake’s history, the museum includes a 1913 Soo Line Railroad Caboose where visitors can go inside and even climb up into the cupola, a 1926 Town Hall, the original Soo Line depot and Station Agent’s area. Hours: Memorial Day weekend – the first Saturday in October, Fri-Sun Noon-4 p.m.

Howard Morey Homestead

424 N Front Street, Downtown Spooner

Park Avenue Birchwood, WI 54817 800-367-3306

MAILING ADDRESS:

P.O. Box 717 Spooner, WI 54801-7834

Originally built in 1901, the boyhood home of Howard Morey has been restored to an early 20th-century homestead. One room of the two-story house gathers Morey memorabilia. Morey led a distinguished career in aviation including training pilots in World War II. Visit www.washburncounty.org for current hours

Forts Folle Avoine Railroad Memories Museum 424 N Front Street Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-3325 715-635-6324

SEE AD PAGE 12

13 rooms of railroad memorabilia including videos, model trains, an 8x12 foot scale diorama of the Spooner yard and complex, tools, equipment, track vehicles, station signs, rare uniforms, and more. The museum is located in the former Chicago & Northwestern Railway Depot. Hours: Memorial Day weekendLabor Day weekend, Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (last tour 4p.m.), Sundays 10 a.m.-4p.m. (last tour 3p.m.)

8500 County Road U Danbury, WI 54830 715-866-8890 www.theforts.org

SEE AD PAGE 51

Forts Folle Avoine is a living historical site with fur trade posts reconstructed at the actual site known to be active from 1802 to 1805. Traditionally dressed interpreters provide guided tours of the fur trade posts & Ojibwe village. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Hours: Memorial Day-Labor Day, Wed-Sun 10a.m.-4:00 p.m., September Saturday-Sunday 10a.m.-4:00 p.m., October-April, Gift shop open Wed-Fri 10a.m.-2 p.m.

Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum

SEE AD PAGE 12

312 North Front St. Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-5002 (exhibit hall) 715-635-2479 (office)

www.wisconsincanoeheritagemuseum.com

Continuously changing displays of canoes from the golden age of North American canoeing. The building traditions of the eastern seaboard, the mid-west, and Canada are all represented, providing the museum visitor a fascinating opportunity to experience the evolution of canoe design. Hours: End of May-End of August, Wed-Sat, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun & Holidays 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; September Sat 10 a.m.-4p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-3p.m. or by appt.

Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

What To Do

Historical & Museums Washburn County Historical Museums 102 West 2nd Avenue Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-468-8382 Depicting the last 150 years of Washburn County history, the Washburn Co. Historical museum complex includes St. John’s Lutheran Church (1888), the former parsonage (1896), the Beaver Brook School Museum and the Sky Watch Hut used during World War II. Hours: Memorial Day through Labor Day, Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-4 p.m. or by appointment

Nature, Gardens & Wildlife Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary N2384 Hunt Hill Rd. Sarona, WI 54870 SEE AD 715-635-6543 PAGE www.hunthill.org 19 Nature sanctuary covering over 500 acres of forests, meadows, and glacial lakes that are home to wildlife and rare Wisconsin plant life. A variety of hands-on programs teach visitors about geology, plant life, and wildlife. Over 10 miles of hiking trails, including the incredible “Bog Trail.” Hours: Trails open daily sunrise to sunset; visit the website for programs

Beaverbrook Wildlife Area & Artesian Well Spooner, WI 54801 800-367-3306 A 1,964 acre wildlife area located southeast of Spooner, Beaver Brook is an excellent area for wildlife enthusiasts to explore. Remnants of old homesteads and a logging camp built in 1870 are still visible at the mouth of Beaver Brook. An artesian well is located north of County B (between 53 and 253) and provides excellent drinking water.

Spooner Ag Research Station Teaching & Display Garden N5264 Orchard Lane Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-3506 One acre, All American Selections Winner, display garden includes landscaped perennial and annual display gardens, an enabling garden, themed vegetable gardens and displays of small fruits, grapes and fruit trees. Hours: Open for self-guided tours during daylight hours Monday thru Saturday, mid May through September.

Arts The Potter’s Shed 260 Industrial Blvd. SEE AD Shell Lake, WI 54871 PAGE 20 715-468-4122 www.thepottersshed.com

Namekagon River Visitor Center W5483 Highway 63 Trego, WI 54888 715-635-8346 www.nps.gov/sacn Operated by the National Park Service, the center features exhibits including a life-sized replica sturgeon, interactive and hands on exhibits, and a diorama featuring animals found along the Namekagon River. Hours: Memorial Day-Labor Day, Daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Build your own mosaics, paint your own pottery, Music at the Shed concert series, Art Gallery, Coffee Shop & Café. Hours: Varies by season, visit website for current hours

Shell Lake Arts Center 802 First Street Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-468-2414

SEE AD PAGE 41

www.shelllakeartscenter.org

Wilderness Walk Zoo & Western Town 9503 N State Rd. 27 Hayward, WI 54843 715-634-2893

SEE AD PAGE 14

Home of the oldest continuous running jazz camp in the nation. Offers a variety of programs for youth and adults. Be sure to check out the summer concert series! Hours: Varies by season, visit website for upcoming events and camps

wildernesswalkhaywardwi.com 300+ Wild, Exotic, Farm Animals and Birds. Includes an animal nursery, western town, walking trails, feed the deer, pet the baby animals, gold panning, mystery house, and much more. Hours: Mid-May through Labor Day, Daily from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Theatre in the Woods 605 First Street Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-468-4387 www.titw.org Theatre in the Woods offers plays, musicals, and concerts throughout the year at the Erika Quam Memorial Theatre. Hours: Varies by season, visit website for upcoming events

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

What To Do

Golf Courses

Bulik’s Amusement Park SEE AD PAGE 17

N5639 Highway 63 • Spooner, WI 54801

715-635-7111 Go-Kart track/Mini Golf/Batting Cages/Arcade Room

The Burch Barn N5921 Cty. Rd. K • Spooner, WI 54801

715-635-7787 Pumpkin patch, corn maze, petting zoo, giant corn pit, gunny sack slide & more SEE AD PAGE 13

SEE AD PAGE 26

Totogatic Fishing Pier -

Holes: 18 Par: 70 SEE AD PAGE 51

On Hwy. 63 by Spooner Veterans’ Memorial

Berry Picking:

Bashaw Valley Farm & Greenhouse 715-468-2591 715-635-2959 Inflatable waterslide, bounce house with slide, The Berry Bucket zorb ball track and splash pad 715-635-4530 Namekagon National Disc Golf Course Melton’s Blues N10884 Hoinville Rd • Trego, WI 54888 715-520-2303 715-466-6300 www.heartwoodcc.com Farmers’ Markets: N7470 Log Cabin Dr. • Trego, WI 54888

9 & 24 hole disc golf courses; disc rental available

Spooner Disc Golf Course

Shell Lake -

801 County Hwy. A • Spooner, WI 54801

Beaches: Birchwood - Doolittle Park Minong - Totogatic Park Shell Lake - Shell Lake Beach

SEE AD PAGE 17

Fox Run Golf Course 27536 State Rd. 35 • Webster, WI 54893 715-866-7953 www.foxrungolf.net Holes: Two 9 hole courses Par: 27

Gordon Pines Golf Course 6809 E. Firehill Rd. • Gordon, WI 54838 715-376-4653 www.gordonpinesgolfcourse.com

Holes: 9 Par: 36 SEE AD PAGE 19

Spooner Golf Club W6120 Cty Hwy H • Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-3580 toll free: 888-635-3580 www.spoonergolf.com

Holes: 18 Par: 71

June thru Oct., Fri from 2 pm-6 pm Spooner Mid-June thru Mid-Oct., Sat from 8 am-1 pm Stone Lake Memorial Day thru the 1st Sat in Oct., Thursdays 2pm-6pm

9 hole disc golf course

Butternut Hills Golf Course N2981 Golf Rd. • Sarona, WI 54870 715-635-8563 www.butternuthillsgolf.com

Yellow River Fishing Pier -

Log Cabin Inflatable Play Park

Black Bear Golf Course 7677 Nancy Lake Rd. • Minong, WI 54859 715-466-2314 www.blackbeargolf.com Holes: 18 Par: 72

Minong Ranger Station on Highway 77

Totogatic Campground on the W1650 Cty. Hwy. A • Springbrook, WI 54875 Minong Flowage

715-939-0205

SEE AD PAGE 17

SEE AD PAGE 21

Kids’ Fishing Areas: Minong Kids’ Pond -

Hoofbeat Ridge Ranch Guided Horseback Rides

SEE AD PAGE 18

Ice Skating: Birchwood - Village Hall Minong - Minong Ballfield Spooner - College Street Park Trego - Town Hall

Tennis Courts: Birchwood - on Birch Street Shell Lake - Recreational Park, just off Hwy 63 Trego - next to Town Hall

Self Guided Tours: Kids’ Scavenger Hunt - Exploring Washburn County is extra fun when the kids are participating in the Youth Scavenger Hunt. Complete five activities, bring back the brochure with a parent and pick a prize! Tin Ceiling Tour - Explore the original tin ceilings of Spooner in the historic downtown area with this self-guided tour.

Antique Shop Tour - If you love searching for treasures from the past, be sure to check out the many antique shops throughout Washburn County.

Arts, Crafts, & Local Goodies Tour - Art enthusiasts and crafters will be thrilled by the amazing galleries and shops on this great tour. In addition, this tour will show you all of the local stops for baked goods, ice cream, candy, and more.

ATV Scenic Tour - Rent an ATV and grab the scenic tour brochure and map to explore over 35 points of interest along Washburn County’s 100+ miles of scenic ATV trails.

Fall Color Driving Tour - Country roads always make for a beautiful drive, but in the fall, they are even more stunning! Pick up the Fall Color Brochure and head out on the back, country roads to view the amazing fall colors. Washburn County Historical Tour - Take a drive through the

300+ Wild, Exotic, Farm Animals and Birds Animal Nursery • Western Town • Gift Shops Food • Picnic Area • Eat at the Café Playground • Walking Trails • Feed the Deer Pet the Baby Animals • Pan for Gold Tour the Mystery House • Conquer the Maze Bring Your Camera • Stroll thru the Woods

3 miles South of Hayward at 9503 N State Road 27 715-634-2893 • www.wildernesswalkhaywardwi.com Open Daily Mid-May thru Labor Day Tickets Sold 10-4:30 • Closes at 5:30

historic downtowns of Washburn County and many historical stops along the way. If you love history, you will want to fill up your gas tank and set out on this great self-guided tour. **All self-guided tour brochures are available at www.washburncounty.org or at the Washburn County Visitor Center

Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

Trails

HIKING HORSE SNOWSHOE BICYCLE XC SKI FAT BIKE

DOUGLAS COUNTY

BAYFIELD COUNTY

WASHBURN COUNTY

SAWYER COUNTY

W Flowage Rd

Three Mile Rd

Horeshoe Lake Rice Lk

N Twin Lake Rd

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Bridg

Rice Lake Rd

Greenwood Rd

Totagatic Flowage

Frog Creek Rd

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Minong

Pokegama Lake

Snowmobile Trails

Big Bass Lake Little Bass Lake

North Twin Lakes Chicog Lake Rd

Thompson Bridge Rd

Adventure Lake

ATV/UTV Trails

Chittamo

Bass Lake Park

North Twin Lakes

Taylor

Lake

Fish Lake

Brookl

yn Rd

Klawitter Dr

Rainy Lake

Chicog Lake

Cloverleaf Lake

Chippanazie Rd

Chicog Lake Rd

Mclain Lake

Pear Lake Lo

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D 77

Lower Mckenzie Rd

Oak Lake

Chippanazie Flow

Hointville Lake

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Mathews Lake

Sugarbush Lake Popple Island Rd

Hay

Christianson Creek Rd

Mack Lake Rd

Haynes Rd

53 Mack Lake Zehm Rd

Palmer Dr

Bramer Rd

Hayward Rd

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Burian Road

Lost Creek Rd

Stanberry

Gardner Lake Rd

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Lost Lake

Rappley Rd

32 miles

Smith Bridge Rd

Adventure Lake

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Smith Bridge Rd

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Lamberg Rd

Shell Creek Rd

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Lake Nancy

DUGAN RUN HORSE TRAILS Parking/Camping/Picnic Area/Water Trailhead-North: 2 mi. N of Hwy 70 on Dugan 70 Lake Rd. Trailhead-South: 2 mi. S of Hwy on Harmon Lake Rd.

W Pokegama Rd

Rd E Kim ball

W Kim ball Rd

Three Mile Rd

St Croix Trl

River Rd

Marvins Landing Rd

Gilmore Lake Lower Kimball Lake

Saint Croix Trl

1.2 miles

100+ Miles

No Mans Lake

Dogs ok w/leash/Parking/Picnic Area Trailhead: ½ mi. N of Elm St. on College St.

Derosier Lake

Middle Kimball Lake

ge Rd

Lake Rd

Upper Kimball Lake

W Thom pson Brid

COLLEGE STREET PARK TRAIL

Big Sand Lake Rd

Miles

Totagatic Trl

Dogs ok w/leash/ Groomed Classic/Parking Dr. Trailhead: 1 mi. SW of Hwy. 53 on Cranberry

Minong Flowage

age Rd

6.4 miles

Sand Lake

E Flow

BEAVER BROOK TRAIL

One Mile Rd

E Little Sand Rd

Hay Lake Western Lake Rd

Haddick Rd

E Lake Rd

Gull Lake

Rosewood Rd

Lampson

Bean Lake Larson Rd

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Leisure Lake Rd

Beaver Lake Rd

Oak Ridge Dr

Beaver Lake

Island Lake

Tripp Rd

Fee/Lodging/Parking Rd. Trailhead: 1.5 mi. S of Hwy 77 on Hoinville

Bean Lake Hendricks Rd

20 kilometers

Lake

Brinkman Lake

Wildwood Ln

Lower Mc Kenzie Lake

Hamilton Rd

HEARTWOOD TRAILS

Casey Lake Rd

Town Hall Rd

Deer Lake

Springbrook

Cranberry Lake

Loon Lake enzie

Say Hi Rd

Trego River

Lake Rd

Rigler Lake Bass Lake Big Bass Lake Rd Tower Lake

Jerry Lake

Stumph Rd

Schaub Rd

Veazie Rd

Short Cut Rd

Lucky Lake 5th Ave 8th

15 kilometers

Potato Lake

Q A IH

Loop Rd

Swan Bridge Rd

Greenfield Rd

Leesome

Oak Lake

B O

Starkey Lake

Shell Lake Sand Rd

Little Long Lake Rd

Wakefield Rd

Mud Lake Rd

Elver Rd

Moody Lake Rd

Audubon Rd

Thay

Berry Rd

Miller Lake

Nic

e La

Nice Lake

T Dd

Long Lake Ave

Fenton Lake Kekegama Lake

Kingelm Lake

Barronett

Bear Lake

Birch Lake

Doolittle County Park

Park St

Birchwood

Cedar St

Mud Lake

M Kekegama Lake

O Balsam Lake

Church Rd

Monday Lake

Shallow Lake

Berry Lake

Laundromat Rd

Mc Cune Lake

Pershing Rd

UNTY

Mc Cune Lake

53 Lapcinski Rd

Stone Rd

S Heart Lake Rd

N Woodyard Rd

Leaman Lake Rd

Glendenning Rd

Grassy Lake

Crys

Keg Rd

Pine Lake

T Spider Lake t Dr in

Bass Lake

Main St

Shallow Lake

Long Lake

Little

School House Rd

Dogs ok w/leash/Parking/Restrooms Trailhead: 2 mi. W of Hwy 53 on River Rd.

Sarona

Shallow Lake Rd

3.5 miles

Lilja Rd

Woodyard Rd

Haugen Lake Dalen Rd

Red Cedar Lake

BARRON RUSK COUNTY COUNTY

Angus

**Due to the extensive ATV & Snowmobile trail system, please refer to the Washburn County Snowmobile/ATV Map for trail information** *Detailed Trail Maps are available at the Washburn County Information Center for many of the area trails.

Groomed Classic/Parking Trailhead: 2 mi. N of Minong on Hwy 53

TREGO LAKE TRAIL

Ripley Lake

Peufald

tal

1 mile

Miller Lake

Heart Lake Rd

SPOONER PAVED TRAIL

8 kilometers

Shell Lake Muni

Heart Lake

Parking Trailhead: 1st St. (Lewis) behind the Shell Lake Arts Center

Macrae Lake Mud Lake

Shell Lake

Miller Lake Rd

1 mile

TOTOGATIC TRAIL

Madge

Big Devil Lake

Briggs Ave

Sawmill Lake

Casper Lake

Hilltop Rd

Loyhead Lake Moody Lake Ripley Lake

Heisterkamp Rd

First

Long Lake Cadle Rd

Slim Lake

Harmon Lake

Leesome Lake

Beaver Brook

Harmon Lake Rd

Brook Dr

SAWYER BROOK SPRINGS TRAIL

Lake Rd

Strabel Rd

Donations accepted/Camping d Trailhead: Cty. B at the Red Barn Campgroun

Baker Lake

Yellow River Bashaw Valley Rd

5 kilometers

Dogs ok w/leash/Picnic Area/Restrooms Trailhead: W of Hwy 70 in Stone Lake

Harrison Lake

253

STONE LAKE COMMUNITY

Yellow River

LAND PARK TRAIL K WET17.4 acres

5th

Randall Lake

RED BARN TRAIL

Dogs ok w/leash Trailhead: Corners of Elm St. & College St.

Mackey Rd

5th St

Lucky Lake

Busch St

Yellow River

Groomed Classic/Parking 70 Trailhead-North: 11 ½ mi. E of Hwy 53 on Hwy B Trailhead-South: 11 mi. E of Hwy 53 on Cty.

Walter Rd

2nd Ave

Lucky Lake

1st Ave

Spooner Lake

Stone Lake

9th St

Scribner St

Orchard Ln

er St

Bashaw Rd

Evergreen Lake

Spooner Lake

Spooner Community Memorial Hospital

Pelican Ln

Dubois Rd

Riv

Carlton Rd

Tower Hill Rd

Spooner

1st Ave

Perch Lake Rd

Dilly Lake

Little Spooner Lake

10th St

B J P

Jellen Rd

NORDIC WOODS TRAIL

Metcalf Rd

Kock Rd

9th St

Dock Lake

Crystal Mountain Rd

Bass Lake Rd

Blooming Valley Rd

Cable Lake

Goose Lake

Trailhead: 2.4 mi. SE of Hwy 63 on Lehman Lake Rd.

Dilly Lake Rd

7.2 miles

Spring Lake Willer Rd

Spring Lake

ICE AGE TRAIL-GRASSY LAKE

Trego

Earl

Trego Lake County Park

Spring Lake

Grass Lake

Winton Rd

Whalen Lake Rd

Pair O Lakes Rd

Mc Kinley Lake Lincoln Lake

Grass Lake

Peters Rd

Edgewood Dr

Little Casey Lake

Tomahawk Lake

Big Mck

Big Mc Kenzie Lake

Bean Lake

Mud Lake

Chappell Rd

10 miles

Dogs ok w/leash/Parking/Snowshoe trail not groomed Trailhead: 2.5 mi. E of Cty P on Audubon Rd; Left on Hunt Hill Rd.

Bass Lake Bass Lake Rd

Whalen Lake

Fairview Rd

Rappy Lake

Lincoln Lake Rd

Dunn Lake

North Rd

Schnagl Rd

Spring Lake Rd

Sunfish Lake Rd

Correll Rd

Casey Lake

Fire Lane Rd

Deer Hollow

HUNT HILL TRAILS

Timberlane Rd

TREGO NATURE TRAIL 3.5 miles

P WILD RIVER TR96AILmiles (40) Dogs ok w/leash/Mult i-u Trailhead: Sarona (Fe se/Parking ed

Dogs ok w/leash/Parking/Restrooms Trailhead: 1 mi. E of Hwy 53 on Hwy 63

TUSCOBIA TRAIL 65 miles Dogs ok w/leash/Multi-use trail Trailhead: Hwy 48 in Birchwood

Mill Rd.), Spooner o (Park St.), Minong (Hw

(Roundhouse Rd.), Treg

y 77)

WILDCAT MOUNT AIN BIKE TRAIL 14 miles

Single/Dual/Parking Trailhead: 3 mi. E of Hwy

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

53 on Hwy 70, on the

right

Trails/Recreation

Area Rivers NAMEKAGON RIVER: A northern tributary to the St. Croix River, the Namekagon is a 95-mile long river protected under the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. Most of the Namekagon is undeveloped, offering a genuine wilderness experience to kayak/ canoe/tube enthusiasts. The riverbanks are abundant with deer, muskrat, beaver, turtles and blue herons, while overhead, eagle and osprey can often be seen. It is classified as a Class I-II rapids. Campsites are numerous along the Namekagon, many of which can only be accessed from the water. Stop into the Namekagon Visitor Center, operated by the National Park Service, to learn more about this true treasure.

Enjoy Washburn County’s incredible ATV & Snowmobile Trail System!

TOTOGATIC RIVER: The Totogatic, dedicated in 2009 as a Wild River, is a beautiful, undeveloped river crossing the northern portion of Washburn County. The Totogatic River flows from Bayfield County all the way to Burnett County where it meets up with the Namekagon River, a tributary of the St. Croix River. Most of the river is wild and remote, making this river a beautiful path for canoe and kayak enthusiasts. However, some areas are dangerous and not recommended for paddling, please check with area experts prior to paddling the river.

Over 150 miles of Washburn County’s trail system maintained by Rolling Hills Snowmobile & ATV Club. FOR TRAIL CONDITIONS: www.washburncounty.org/tourism

Remember…Riding the trails is a privilege, not a right!

YELLOW RIVER: The Yellow River was called the “River Juane” by early French explorers because of the bright yellow sand on the bottom of Yellow Lake, through which it flows. There is excellent canoeing/kayaking on the Yellow River as it flows out of Spooner Lake in Washburn County, into Burnett County, where it joins the St. Croix River in Danbury. It offers a slow-to-moderate current and a few gentle rapids. Access to the Yellow River is available at numerous road crossings and public landings. Wildlife, including the White-Tailed deer and numerous varieties of waterfowl, are abundant along its shores.

Help us keep our trails by respecting the land and the other riders you meet along the way.

Play on the trails; work on the trails – New members are encouraged! For more information on Rolling Hills, contact

www.rollinghillssnowmobileandatv.com

photo: Jam

es Netz

photo: James Netz

Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

ICE FISHING SHELTER

SNOWSHOE

ATV/UTV

STAND UP PADDLEBOARD

X X X X

SNOWMOBILE

X X X X

JET SKI

X X

XC SKI

X X

BICYCLE

X X

PONTOON

RIVER SHUTTLE

X X

BOAT

TUBE

715-635-3011 715-635-4888 715-766-2277 715-354-3430 715-635-3300 715-214-8468 715-635-2959 715-635-3260 715-259-3311 715-645-2073 715-513-9955 715-466-2568 715-635-7337 715-865-4665

KAYAK

AAA Sport Shop Broken Spoke Camp Namekagon Dave’s Outboard Jack’s Canoe Rental Lakeside Beach Shop Log Cabin Resort Long Lake Bait & Tackle Main Store, The Mitch’s Mudpuppy ATV Rental Pappy’s Saw This Stone Lake Bait

CANOE

IONAL T A E R C RE S RENTAL

Recreation See Ad on Page: 20 17 21

X X

X X X

X X X X

X X X

X X

18 31 20

X X

Go Karts 18 Holes of Mini Golf Batting Cages (1/4 mile blacktopped track)

Spooner, WI (715) 635-7111

X X

AMUSEMENT CENTER

X X

(1/2 mile N. of Spooner on Hwy. 63)

NOTE: Many resorts have boat rentals as well, please contact individual resorts for their rental information.

CANOE & KAYAK RENTAL

715-635-4888

ATV-Snowmobile--Wild River Trail TUBE Campin Cabins--Camper Rental RENTAL $ 8 & $10 W4606 US Hwy 63 Trego (Earl), WI 54888

On the Namekagon River halfway between Hayward & Spooner

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

Washburn County’s ATV trail system is well-known for being some of the best familyfriendly ATV’ing in Wisconsin. Our one-of-a-kind “ATV Scenic Tour” explores 35+ points of interest on over 100 miles of scenic ATV trails. Multiple loops throughout the county, connecting the Wild River and Tuscobia State Trails, provide a riding experience like no other. Ample ATV parking areas and access to lodging, dining and gas make planning your ATV vacation effortless. ATV trails open the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and stay open throughout the winter, with the exception of a small portion in the south-east part of the county. Fall is an especially enjoyable time to explore the area trails and take in the breathtaking colors at the same time. ATV rentals are available. See ads on pages 16 & 20. For current trail conditions, call 1-800-367-3306 or visit www.washburncounty.org.

Bike:

Whether you are looking for a challenging mountain bike trail or a quiet, country road to spend the afternoon on, Washburn County has a biking experience for you. Mountain bike enthusiasts will be particularly drawn to the Wildcat Mountain Bike Trail. Washburn County also provides endless opportunities for road biking. Stop by the Visitors Center for a road map and route ideas. Maps of the trails are also available on our website.

Washburn County offers amazing opportunities for kayakers, canoeists and tubers. The Namekagon River, part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and managed by the National Park Service, is excellent for tubing, kayaking and canoeing. Rentals and shuttle services are available in Earl, Minong, Springbrook and Trego. The Totogatic and Yellow Rivers, as well as the many area lakes, also provide excellent canoeing and kayaking opportunities. The Birchwood area even offers several primitive canoe portage routes amongst glacial lakes. Visit our website for more information about portage routes. See ads on pages 17-21.

Snowmobile:

photo: Charlotte Shover

photo: James Schmitz

Canoe/Kayak/Tube:

photo: Joel Mellenthin

ATV:

photo: James Netz

Recreation

Tour the Fall Colors: Washburn County bursts into brilliant color in September and October, luring visitors and residents alike onto the highways and trails. Along with the spellbinding scenery, you’ll also want to check out the colorful local festivals that celebrate the harvest. While you’re here, be sure to sample our unsurpassed fall produce – the world’s finest cranberries, apples, pumpkins, wild rice and honey. If you’re looking to do a self-guided auto tour to view the colors, stop by the Washburn County Visitor Center for information on Rustic Roads, Fall Color brochures and road maps.

Washburn County boasts some of the most scenic snowmobiling in the state. Over 225 miles of groomed trails wind through public forests covering hundreds of thousands of acres. Washburn County is unmatched for wilderness sledding that is close to lodging and amenities. Our local trails link to the largest network of snowmobile trails in the Midwest. Hard-working local snowmobile clubs have developed a top-notch trail system that crosses public and private lands, lakes, streams and bridges. The varied terrain includes hardwood and evergreen forests, wetlands and farm fields. Information about snowmobile trails conditions can be obtained on our website or by calling 1-800-367-3306. See ads on pages 16 & 20.

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Fish:

photo: James Netz

With nearly 1,000 lakes (over 30,000 acres of water) in Washburn County, you are sure to find the perfect lake to make those fishing stories a reality! Washburn County is home to Birchwood, known as the Bluegill Capital of Wisconsin and Long Lake, known as the Walleye capital of Wisconsin. Not only are our lakes great for fishing, but our rivers are excellent too! For a list of lakes, public accesses and types of fish you can catch, check out page 30. If you didn’t bring your boat, don’t worry! For a list of boat rentals, see page 17. See ads on pages 3, 20, 31, 34, 38 & 45.

Golf:

Superb golfing is easy to find when you vacation in Washburn County. Breathtaking courses nestled between the many lakes and forests in this area make for a memorable golfing experience. Bring your favorite golf buddy or the whole family and enjoy an afternoon on one of the great Washburn County golf courses. See ads pages 17, 19, 21 & 51.

Geocache:

A high-tech treasure hunt, geocaches are hidden outdoors and their coordinates posted online. Anyone can obtain the coordinates, find the hidden containers and share their experiences online. Though there are many different variations of caches, the traditional cache is hidden in plain sight, although some are very cleverly camouflaged. In Washburn County, there are approximately 200 hidden caches to explore. Check out our website for more information.

photo: James Netz

Recreation

Hike:

Over 100 miles of scenic hiking trails wind through the pristine forests and along the beautiful lakes and rivers of Washburn County. Trails vary from short, beginner trails to longer more difficult trails for the more experienced hiker. Excellent hiking trails include the Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Stone Lake Wetland Park, and the Trego Lake & Trego Nature Trails. Maps are available on our website or at the information center.

• Open to the Public • Interactive Environmental Programs • Day Camps for Youth • Adult Language Camps • Hike through Bogs, Forest, Prairie and along Glacial Lakes

• Home of 1/2 Price Sundays - Play any Friday or Saturday and receive a coupon for 1/2 OFF your greens fee the immedately following Sunday (Monday on Holiday weeks)! • Low Senior and Twilight Rates throughout the season Follow us on Facebook • PGA Professional Instruction www.facebook.com/spoonergolf • Dynamic Golf Shop with the biggest names in golf • Driving Range and Practice Area

New SGC Sports Bar and Grill • BEST Friday Fish Fry in NW Wisconsin Happy Hour Specials CALL TOLL FREE OR LOCAL

LOCATED 1 MILE EAST OF HWY 53 ON COUNTY HWY H

(888)635-3580 Check out our NEW Interactive Website with Online Tee Times and (715)635-3580 Special Offers at www.spoonergolf.com

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

Recreation

Horseback Ride: If you have your own horse, head to Dugan Run Horse Trails, located 15 miles east of Spooner. Dugan Run offers 30 miles of equestrian loops through County forest land. Amenities include primitive camping, ample parking, bathrooms, fire rings, grills and more. For riding stable information, see ad page 13.

photo: Richard Lindsey

photo: Hoofbeat Ridge Ranch

Hunt:

Washburn County Forest offers a wide variety of year-round hunting opportunities. Deer, grouse, turkey and bear are very popular species for area hunters. Forest access maps, regulations and other hunting-related information is available on our website. Be sure to check with the DNR and the Forestry Department prior to hunting. Plat books are available for purchase at the Washburn County Visitors Center.

Stand Up Paddleboard: photo: James Netz

SPOONER 526 N. River Street 715.635.9749 Member FDIC

j ohnso nbank.co m B ANKING

WEALTH

INSURAN NCE

Fishing • Hunting • Archery • Live Bait Guns (buy-sell-trade) • Daka Docks Pontoon/Boat Rental Full Line Sport Shop and More! Open 6:00 a.m. 7 Days a week • Rick & Barb Anderson Owners N5765 Bear Path lane, Spooner, WI • 715.635.3011 aaasportshop@centurytel.net • tripleasportshop.com

Stand Up Paddle boarding is quickly becoming a favorite water past-time. It’s great for sightseeing, recreation and fitness and can be enjoyed on the area lakes. Whether you are trying it for the first time or are an avid SUP’er, Washburn County will have the perfect water spot for you! Check out Recreational Rentals on page 17 for local rental spots.

Stihl Chainsaws • Johnson-Evinrude • Crestliner Boats Weeres Pontoon Boats • Porta Docks & Lifts • Suzuki Ski-Doo Snowmobiles • Can-Am • Sea Doo PWC Gas & Oil • Mercury • South Bay Pontoons • Tackle Licenses • Groceries • Liquor • Mini Storage SALES • SERVICE • RENTALS

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DOWNTOWN Webb Lake, WI 54830 30328 Cty Rd H Larry Main Brooke Johnson (715) 259-3311 (715) 259-7888 www.main-store.com

photo: Aaron Arf

Recreation

photo: Jay Rasmussen

Spend the Day on the Lake:

With over 1,000 lakes within a few minutes’ drive, Washburn County offers the best in water activities year ‘round. Popular lake activities include waterskiing, sledding, kayaking, fishing, sailing, paddleboarding, swimming and more. Check out the Recreational Rentals on page 17 to take full advantage of all the area lakes have to offer.

Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe: If you’re looking for a fun way to explore Washburn County in the winter, be sure to check out the 84km of groomed cross country ski trails, varying in length and difficulty. There are also many trails designated for the snowshoe enthusiast. For snowshoe rental information, see page 17. Maps and trail conditions are available on our website.

As the snow falls and the lakes freeze over, fishermen take to the frozen waters, augers in hand, in search of the “big one”. Ice fishing is a very popular activity to break up the long winter months, and local fishing contests provide lots of family fun. If you don’t have your own equipment, visit our website for a list of local sporting goods stores or see the Recreational Rentals on page 17.

Ice Fish:

Holes: 18 Par: 70

Golf Road on Long Lake • 715-635-8563

www.butternuthillsgolf.com Features fabulous rolling fairways and challenging greens. This course offers an enjoyable golf experience for all players regardless of skill level.

GREEN FEES • Available upon request ~ Marshall House Club, Pub & Eatery ~ Friday Night Fish Fry Find us on Facebook! Butternut Hills Golf

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

photo: Jay Rasmu

ssen

Hidden Gems of Washburn County photo: Michelle

photo: Michelle Voight

photo: James Ne

Voight

torical Marker

Yellow River His

sch

photo: Mary Do

ural Spooner Historic M er rn Co ’s picting Aggie

Artesian well at the Beaver Brook Wildlife Area

(de torical Tavern and other his r’s ne oo Sp m figures fro rich past)

Canoe the Sawmill Primitive Area aka the “mini boundary wa ters” of Washburn County

photo: Bill LaPort

photo: James Ne

photo: James Netz

c Murals ll Lake Mosai

She sch and ns of Mary Do (artistic creatio ell Lake Schools) Sh students from

Tin ceilings of downtow n Spooner - Tin Ceiling Tour brochure is avail able at the visitor center

Namekagon Historical Marker & Stone Bridge photo: James Net

photo: Michelle Voi

ght

photo:

Michelle Voight

Rustic Road #71 - alo

ng the beautiful shor es of Stone Lake

Photo Opps: Giant Bluegill & Two-tailed Walleye

EMERGENCY: Dial 911 NON-EMERGENCY: Washburn County Sheriff: 715-468-4700 Birchwood Police Dept.: 715-354-3444 Minong Police Dept.: 715-466-2266 Shell Lake Police Dept.: 715-468-7640 Spooner Police Dept.: 715-635-3527 22

Emergency Numbers National Park Service: 715-635-8346 DNR: 715-635-2101 To sign up for CodeRED© Emergency Alerts, please visit www.co.washburn.wi.us and click on “CodeRED”

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Lodging

Settle into a cozy bed & breakfast. Set up camp at a family campground. Rest your head at an area hotel. Or, enjoy the quiet of a peaceful lakefront resort. Whether you are just passing through or are planning a week-long getaway with your family, Washburn County has plenty of lodging options to accommodate your needs. Experience true Northern hospitality when you stay at one of our area establishments, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Northwoods of Wisconsin.

Public Campgrounds in Washburn County ◆ Doolittle Park

◆ Shell Lake Municipal Campground

General Info: (800) 367-3306 / Reservations: (715) 354-3300 Located in Birchwood on Birch Lake; Swimming beach; Playground

General Info: (800) 367-3306 / Reservations: (715) 468-7846 or (715) 468-7679 Located on Shell Lake; ATV trail access; public swimming beach; playground; boat ramp; courtesy dock; fish cleaning station ◆ BIRCHWOOD

◆ Dugan Run Horse Trail Campground-North

◆ Totogatic Campground

General Info: (800) 367-3306 Located between Spooner and Stone Lake on Dugan Lake Road; Ample parking; 32 miles of horse trails

General Info: (800) 367-3306 / Reservations: (715) 635-4490 Located on the Minong Flowage; ATV trail access; public swimming beach; boat ramp & dock; playground; fish cleaning station

◆ Dugan Run Horse Trail Campground-South

◆ Trego Town Park

General Info: (800) 367-3306 Located between Spooner and Stone Lake on Harmon Lake Road; Ample parking; 32 miles of horse trails

General Info: (800) 367-3306 / Reservations: (715) 466-5000 Located in Minong along the Wild Rivers Trail; ATV Trail access

◆ Sawmill Lake Campground

◆ Country House Motel & RV Park ◆ Doolittle Park ◆ Totogatic Park ◆ Broken Spoke ◆ Shell Lake Municipal Campground

◆ Minong ATV RV Park & Campground

RV Dump Sites (Fee to use) photo: James Ne

◆ Earl Landing Park

General Info: (800) 367-3306 Located on the Namekagon River in Earl; River access

General Info: (800) 367-3306 / Reservations: (715) 635-6075 Located in Trego near the Namekagon River; ATV trail access; pavilion

◆ EARL/SPRINGBROOK ◆ LONG LAKE ◆ MINONG ◆ SARONA ◆ SHELL LAKE ◆ SPOONER ◆ STONE LAKE ◆ TREGO ◆ A SHORT DRIVE

General Info: (800) 367-3306 / Reservations: (715) 635-4490 Located north of Birchwood on Birchwood Fire Lane; Canoe Portage system through a series of glacial lakes

Your Hosts: Dotty & Lee Swan

W6820 COUNTY HWY B • SHELL LAKE, WI 54871

715-468-2575 www.redbarncampground.com redbarncampround@yahoo.com • 225 Acres with animals and hiking trails • 65 Wilderness to full hook-up sites; daily & seasonal; wireless internet access • Disc golf, playground, mini golf, horsedrawn wagon rides, berry picking, ‘pick’ a fresh egg • Barn loft recreation for basketball, ping-pong, pool table, barn/square dancing groups welcome! • 2 Blocks to Shell Lake, access to ATV trails

www.ShellLake.org

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

Lodging Best Rates in Town!

Guaranteed a clean, comfortable room every time.

801 N. River St. (on Hwy 63) Spooner, WI 54801 www.inntownmotel.com

715-354-3494 Comf ort & Elegance

715-635-6565 Brian & Juli Croteau W3833 Cty. Hwy. B • Sarona, WI 54870

319 South Main St. • Birchwood, WI 54817

www.cobblestonebb.com

Stout’s Island Lodge

Bashaw Lake Resort David & Ellen Coon - Owners 3215 Lakeview Church Rd. Shell Lake, WI 54871 262-391-6817 ph. 262-522-7640 fax dlcwm@netscape.net www.bashawlakeresort.com

Stout’s Island Lodge is a haven for recharging, unwinding, and reconnecting. It is a magical place where modern comfort meets timeless elegance. Stay overnight in a historic lodge room or a more modern cabin room.

2799 27th St., Birchwood, WI • 715.354.3646 info@stoutsislandlodge.com • May through October

INN TOWN MOTEL A Motel For All Seasons

Reservations:

1-800-652-1422

’S MUSKY BLVD VEE RESORT & CAMPGROUND COTTAGES · SEASONAL RV SITES · ATV TRAIL 4547N Sissabagama Rd., Stone Lake, WI 54876

715.865.4545 · Gene & Sandy Veenendall · www.VeesMuskyResort.net

On Spooner’s Southside On ATV/Snowmobile Trail

N4809 Hwy 63 Spooner, WI

On Lower McKenzie Lake in the Lower Namekagon River Valley

PRIVATE CABIN RENTALS A good place to fish, birdwatch or simply relax

(715) 259-3581

715.635.2177

W9330 Lakewood Road • Spooner, WI 54801

SpoonerGreenAcresMotel.com

N4848 Hwy 253 Spooner, WI 715-635-3535 Plasma TV’s • Wireless Internet Full Kitchenettes ATV/Snowmobile Trail Access

northwestlodging.net

Indoor Pool / Hot Tub Meeting Rooms • Free High-Speed Internet Plug-Ins • Microwaves • In-Room Coffee

Adjacent to: Gas, Food, Shopping Easy access to Wild River Trail 717 South Hwy 63 • Spooner, WI 54801 www.countryhousemotel.com

www.spoonerwi.com 715.635.8721

TUBE RENTAL $8 & $10 On the Namekagon River halfway between Hayward & Spooner

CANOE & KAYAK RENTAL ATV-Snowmobile--Wild River Trail Campin Cabins--Camper Rental

715-635-4888

W4606 US Hwy 63 Trego (Earl), WI 54888

MOONLIGHT BAY RESORT 715-635-2666

Enjoy Beautiful Sunsets!

ON BIG MCKENZIE Lake

Season: 715-635-2666 Off-Season: 708-429-7397

Cabins overlooking a beautiful clear lake!

EMAIL:

info@moonlightbayspooner.com

www.moonlightbayspooner.com

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Picture your wedding in Washburn County

Lodging

Imagine your wedding vows set against a backdrop of a sparkling lake or the beautiful Northwoods. Washburn County is a popular wedding destination because of its stunning scenery, variety of resources and low costs. Whether you are picturing a country-style barn wedding or a picturesque lakeside wedding, we have the perfect venue for you. Check out our website for ideas to start planning your dream wedding: www.washburncounty.org/groups/weddings. And if we didnâ€™t mention it yet, congratulations! ens

Heartwood Conference Cente

r & Retreat

photo: Paul Lem

www.washburncounty.org â€˘ 800-367-3306

Lodging

Vacation with us at our lake-level resort. Eight furnished housekeeping cabins surround our beach and private lagoon leading out to Spooner Lake, an 1100 acre spring fed lake. A 14 foot boat is provided. Extra boat and motor rental available. Spring and fall discount rates. Just 4 miles from Spooner. For further information contact Charlie & Barb Swanson

Pine Harbor Resort, W6038 Spooner Lake Road, Spooner, WI 54801 (715) 635-3561 â€˘ pineharborresort@centurytel.net Should you be in our area, stop by and see what we have to offer!

www.highlandparkcampground.com

ON A BEAUTIFUL, SPRING-FED LAKE WITH EXCELLENT SANDY BEACH. Two bedroom lakeshore cottage. Seasonal sites available. RV Park has 47 sites with full hook-up. A FAMILY PLACE WITH QUIET HOURS.

5 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN SPOONER From jct. 70 & 63, west 2.5 miles on Hwy. 70, then 0.3 mile on Carlton Road

W8050 S Carlton Road Spooner, WI 54801

715-635-2462 26

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• Free Fiber Optic WIFI now available • Located on ATV and snowmobile trail • New heated 30' x 40' swimming pool with shaded pavilion, playground equipment, basketball and volleyball courts, and horseshoe pits • Seven beautiful vacation homes • 56 annual campsites • New queen size beds in all cabins • Air conditioning and DIRECTV in all vacation homes • New full-service bar and restaurant For a free color brochure, please call or write:

ROSENTHAL’S RESORT LLC 30925 Namekagon Rd. Danbury, WI 54830

715.259.3363 rosenthalsresort.com

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

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Lakes

No Matter the Season, You’ll Enjoy A Relaxing Getaway!

Slow Smoked Ribs - Brisket & Chicken Sandwiches & More!

Call for Nightly Specials & Hours. 3 Fully Furnished Cabins Limited Camping Private Docks & Boat Launch Modern Fish Cleaning House w/Freezer On Snowmobile Trail, close to ATV Trail Voted One of the TOP Ice Fishing Lakes in Wisconsin

715-635-8089 2069 Co Rd G, Spooner, WI 54801

www.northwindsresort.com

*Find out where These fish hang out, turn to page 30

Photo Contest The Washburn County Tourism Association is looking for photographs taken in Washburn County for the upcoming Visitor Guide. Images needed: outdoor activities, events and any photo with people having fun IN WASHBURN COUNTY. All photographers must sign photo release forms (available at the Washburn County Information Center). Submit only high resolution photos on a disc or via email. You may submit up to TEN PHOTOS. You must own the rights to the image(s) and be willing to give WCTA rights to use photographs in the Visitors Guide, Advertisements, Website, etc.

DEADLINE: AUGUST 31st, 2016

1st

Jay R.

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2nd

Steve W.

3rd

Karri B.

.00 First Prize: $100 5.00 Second Prize: $7 .00 Third Prize: $50

For more information, contact Michelle at the Washburn County Information Center (122 N. River St., Spooner) Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 715-635-9696 email: tourism@washburncounty.org www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

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Northern Pike Walleye Bass Panfish Trout

Musky

Location in Co.

LAKE Rainy 15 11 Randall 40 5 Red 41 75 Rice 132 11 Rigler 10 4 Ripley S19 T38 R11 42 25 River 15 22 Rock 13 20 Rocky Ridge 83 16 Round S18 T37 R12 39 15 Round S35 T42 R12 17 7 Round S5 T37 R12 28 27 Sams 16 31 Sand 198 9 Sawmill 15 26 Sawyer Creek Spring 4 7 Schullenberger 12 25 Scoot 22 37 Scovils 66 37 Severson 3 5 Seymour 69 15 Shallow S17 T37 R12 137 10 Shallow S31 T37 R13 92 30 Shell 2580 36 Sherman 35 11 Shingle Camp 19 11 Silver 188 28 Sleepy Eye 39 10 Slim 224 42 Slim Creek Flowage 101 27 Snag 23 10 South Twin 115 29 Spider No.1 41 62 Spider No.2 6 20 Spider No.3 20 20 Spider No.4 24 30 Spider No.5 177 49 Spooner 1092 17 Sport 23 11 Spring Creek Springs 4 3 Spring S26 T40 R11 211 24 Spring S17 T42 R13 54 8 Spring S34 T40 R13 23 24 Spring S7 T39 R11 27 6 Spring S36 T39 R10 42 13 Spute 13 54 Stanberry 35 7 Star 22 13 Starky 22 6 Stauffer 42 10 Stone S24 T39 R10 523 49 Stone S31 T38 R11 39 9 Sugarbush S14 T37 R10 30 18 Sugarbush S17 T41 R10 52 20 Sunfish 68 33 Superior 38 24 Taylor 11 8 Telstar 20 25 Tomahawk 25 36 Tony 15 1 Tower 7 21 Tozer 36 53 Tranus 175 12 Trego 451 36 Tucker 30 7 Twin Lakes -East 15 37 Twin Lakes -West 8 44 Upper Kimball 44 11 Vollmers 17 29 Warner 25 25 Watson 32 14 Welsh 72 10 West 32 27 Westernberg Springs 3 11 Whalen 84 20 Whalen Creek Springs 1 6 Wilcox- East 31 13 Wilcox- West 20 8 Wilkerson 86 8 Wolf 36 51 Yechout 56 25 Yellow River Flowage 344 17

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Public Access

LAKE Johnson 22 Kekegama 109 King 22 Kingelm 57 Kinney 10 Lakeside 32 Lazy Island 60 Leach 30 Leaman 5 Leesome 146 Leisure 82 Leonard 10 Lincoln 101 Little Bass S5 T41 R12 73 Little Bass S31 T40 R13 26 Little Cable 45 Little Casey 28 Little Devil始s 55 Little Dugan 3 Little Grassy 23 Little Kekegama 30 Little Long 92 Little Mackay Creek Spring 1 Little Mud 68 Little Ripley 47 Little Sand 74 Little Spooner 31 Little Stone 27 Long 3290 Loon S16 Y37 R10 47 Loon S27 T40 R13 56 Loon S8 T37 R10 46 Loon S10 T40 R10 20 Lost S7 T41 R10 41 Lost S4 T37 R12 12 Lost S10 T37 R10 47 Lower Kimball 129 Lower McKenzie 185 Loyhead 74 Lutz 19 Mack 81 McKenzie-Middle 530 McKenzie-Big 1185 Mackey Springs 6 MacRae 124 Mallard 29 Matson 33 Mathew 263 McCune 62 McKinley 105 McLain 150 Middle Kimball 98 Middle 21 Miles 64 Miller 41 Mill Pond 11 Minong Flowage 1564 Monday 89 Moody 49 Mud S7 T42 R13 46 Mud S21 T40 R10 53 Mud S13 T40 R13 15 Mud S31 T38 R10 103 Nancy 772 Nice 138 Nick 56 No Mans 70 North Twin 113 Oak S27 T37 R11 33 Oak S19 T41 R13 86 Offers 39 Ole 43 Otter 13 Pavlas 47 Pear 49 Perch 19 Peters 15 Peufald 51 Pickerel S15 T38 R10 5 Pine 24 Pokegama 453 Pollywog 26 Potato 222

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LAKE Adventure 19 36 Alder 11 32 Anah Springs 4 17 Baker 113 21 Balsam 290 49 Banks 48 7 Bass S29 T40 R13 200 31 Bass S17 T40 R10 188 35 Bass S7 T37 R10 128 66 Bean Brook Spring 5 9 Bean 100 35 Bear Track 97 36 Beartrap 20 40 Beaver 89 16 Berry (Noble) 43 43 Big Bass S32 T42 R12 203 27 Big Casey 247 27 Big Devil始s 162 75 Big Ripley 190 27 Birch 368 73 Bodins 13 28 Bond 1 4 33 Boyle Brook Springs 5 7 Bridge 13 11 Brickman 19 13 Browns 26 44 Bug House 17 7 Cable 187 26 Camp 10 35 Casey Creek Flowage 99 6 Casper 18 19 Chain S32 T37 R13 24 3 Chain S4 T37 R12 25 7 Chetac 1,949 61 Chicog 125 25 Chinty 27 25 Chippanzie 58 31 Cloverleaf 40 19 Colton Flowage 58 22 County Line 63 72 Cranberry S23 T39 R13 19 6 Crystal 29 29 Cyclone 91 18 Deep S25 T38 R10 4 20 Deep 49 29 Deer S17 T40 R13 102 19 Deer S35 T41 R11 22 7 DeRosier 109 11 Devil始s S26 T40 R10 28 7 Dilly 74 10 Dock 59 7 Dugan 53 35 Dunn 193 39 Earl Springs 1 6 Elbow 36 25 Eliza 27 46 Elizabeth 37 24 Ellsworth 174 6 Evergreen 17 8 Fawn 9 8 Fenton 139 52 Fish 12 9 Floyd 11 33 Gardner 37 15 Gilmore 389 36 Goose S21 T40 R13 73 3 Goose S14 T39 R13 70 11 Grass 29 4 Grassy 38 10 Green 29 30 Gull Creek Springs 5 4 Gull 511 19 Harmon 96 33 Harrison 17 27 Haugen 43 6 Hay 78 9 Heart 9 12 Hointville 58 23 Holmes 20 6 Horseshoe S25 T42 R13 194 21 Horseshoe S3 T38 R10 24 5 Island 276 44 Jerry 86 5

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Washburn County Area Lakes

Washburn County is home to over 900 lakes and some of the best water recreation available. The pristine lakes offer many species of fish including panfish, bass, northern pike, trout, walleye, and even the famous muskie.

Lakes

Fishing is a popular pastime throughout the year. Fishing opener kicks off the first Saturday in May and excellent fishing continues through the summer and fall. If you love ice fishing, then some of the best fishing can be found in the winter months. Guide services, bait shops, public access, fishing piers, boat rentals, and incredible lodging and dining make Washburn County the perfect fishing destination. Check out our website for more information on planning your next fishing trip and up to date fishing reports. Water Sports are a great way to enjoy the clear waters of Washburn County. Whether you are trying your hand at stand up paddle-boarding, hitting the water on a jet ski, or being pulled on a tube or skis, you will find plenty of water fun on the many area lakes. Help preserve our waters by inspecting your boat, trailer and equipment. Find more ways to help preserve our waters by visiting: http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/invasives/

BEER BOOZE FUN

N075 Cty Hwy M - Sarona, WI - 715-354-7349

P lacid Bay Resort

Located on beautiful Long Lake

5 Cabins/Air Conditioning/Cable TV/Fully Equipped Kitchens

Available May 1st - September 30th N1594 County Highway M-D . Sarona, WI 54870 715-234-1122 / 715-354-3421

www.placidbayresort.com

Live Bait • Tackle • Licenses • Boat & SUP Rentals Beer • Liquor • Wine • Ice • General Store Supplies Wisconsin Made Products • Premium Gasoline Interstate Batteries • Propane Exchange

Tom om & Kathy Martin Ma tin • (715) 635-3260

±±±±±±±± longlakebait@centurylink.net • longlakebaitshop.com County Hwy B • Sa Sarona, ona, WI 54870 ±± W2477 ±

4 miles East of Hwy B & M on Hwy B • Near Narrow Nar ow’ss Boat Landing Located ocated on the Snowmobile and ATV TV Trail ail • Open 7 am

Jim Stroede’s Fishing Guide Service MUSKY • WALLEYE BASS • PIKE • PANFISH

Fishing trips for full or half days Spring – Summer – Fall Spooner & Hayward Area

715-520-7043

www.jimstroedefishing.com www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

Lakes ACCOMMODATIONS: Whether you yearn to pitch a tent under the north’s starry skies or prefer to have all the comforts of home, the Birchwood Area has just the right campground or lodging facility for your next vacation. Choose from comfortable Bed & Breakfasts, Resorts with cozy lakefront cabins, year round motel, luxury golf resort or seasonal and nightly campgrounds. SHOPPING/SERVICES: There are many fun and affordable shopping opportunities in Birchwood and the surrounding area. Clothing, hardware, lumber, gifts, souvenirs, groceries and real estate sales are all available close at hand. LAKE RECREATION: Lake recreation is a big draw to Birchwood. The village of Birchwood is on the shores of Big and Little Birch Lakes. Three larger lakes, Chetac, Red Cedar and Long Lake, surround the town. There are also many smaller lakes to explore, such as the Spider Lake Chain. FISHING: While bluegill fishing is considered to be the best in the state, walleye is the fish of choice for many anglers. Bass, northern pike, crappie and perch are other species which are widely fished in the area. BOATING: All the premier lakes in the area have maintained boat ramps making it easy to launch your boat. Many resorts have pontoons for rent on a daily or weekly basis.

TRAILS: Silent Sports enthusiasts will find a peaceful scenic trail in the Birchwood Area to pursue their outdoor experience. Great options for hiking start in Birchwood with the Ice Age trail. Any season you can enjoy the trails south of Birchwood at Murphy Flowage or the Green Lake/Lil Sis trails between Birchwood and Edgewater. The Birchwood School Forest has a trail system that is tracked in the winter for x-country skiing. Low use country roads are an option for miles of biking.

GOLF: Enjoy a great round of 18 holes at one of the many courses in the area. RESTAURANTS: Birchwood has many fine restaurants with a wide variety of cuisine.

THE TUSCOBIA TRAIL: The famed Tuscobia Trail runs through Birchwood. The network of trails in Washburn, Barron, Sawyer and Rusk counties provides hundreds of miles or riding pleasure for snowmobile and ATV enthusiasts.

A visit to Birchwood is not a step back in time, but a refreshing break from the fast lane into the serene simplicity of village life. 2016 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Edgewater’s St. Patrick’s Festival ..........................................March 12 Garden Tour ..........................................................................June 26 Fireman’s Street Dance .............................................................July 2 Bluegill Festival.................................................................July 15-17 Woodcrafters in Birchwood..................................................August 13 Area Garage Sales ........................................................September 10 Bluegill Christmas Fest .....................................................December 3

BIRCHWOOD AREA

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Lakes 715.354.3842

An enjoyable, relaxing vacation awaits you on Big Birch Lake at Maple Terrace Resort. • • • • • • • •

Clean & Modern 9 Housekeeping Cottages Air-Conditioning At-Door Parking Well-Equipped Kitchens Wireless Internet & Cable TV Playground & Rec. Room Aluminum Boat, Canoe, Paddleboat, Private Dock, Fish Cleaning House • Pontoon Rentals Available • Motors & Mixed Gas • 800 ft of Private Shoreline

Breathtaking lake views with privacy a priority Parking at your back door, manicured grounds Cabins well equipped including: dishwashers • flat screen TV with DVD WiFi • screen porches or decks • A/C gas grill • picnic table • fishing boat Amenities: boat launch • playground game room • canoe • paddleboat kayaks • lawn games • laundromat fire pit • pontoon & motor rental gas • wireless internet

Rate Discounts Spring & Fall • For more information 1-800-745-3771 www.bayvue-resort.com • e-mail: bayvue@skcable.com 2388 N Cty. Hwy F • Birchwood, WI 54817

Perpetually New BIG CHETAC LAKE • BIRCHWOOD, WISCONSIN

In a class by itself.

21 distinctive Lake Homes and Condo units immaculately maintained and equipped with every amenity including free wireless high-speed internet service, cable TV, DVD, microwave ovens, complete kitchens, Weber grills, and all units air conditioned. Outstanding facilities include: glistening lake views; screened porches; lush, well-groomed grounds; fine swimming area; large, wellequipped playground with volleyball, basketball, shuffleboard, horseshoes; laundromat; rec. room; exercise room; kayaks, paddleboat, canoe; fire pit. Marina facilities include a cement launch ramp, live bait, lakeside gasoline service, and covered docking in our large boathouse for your boat or ours at no extra charge. Unexcelled panfishing – excellent game fishing. Spring and Fall: Discount Rates. Last night free special.

www.fredthomasresort.com FRED THOMAS RESORT 2086 N Co. Rd. F Birchwood, WI 54817 PHONE 715-354-3761 fredthomasresort@gmail.com

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

Lakes Red Cedar Springs Resort on Big Chetac Lake Fishing, Relaxing, Beautiful Sunsets You’ll feel right at home in any of our 7 clean outfitted modern cabins. 2985 N East Shore Dr. • Birchwood, WI

715-354-7854

www.redcedarspringsresort.com

Sam’s Place Resort In Quiet, Relaxed Setting on Long Lake

4 modern 2-bedroom cabins w/boat • cooking facilities cable tv • reasonable rates • air-conditioning • clean Albert & Regina Tomesh • W3041 Morningside Rd., Sarona,WI 54870

715.635.9677 or 715.234.2819

HOME OF “NORTHWOODS BEST BLOODY MARY”

W6367 Bittersweet Dr., Spooner, WI

Best Burgers on the Trail Campsites Available

Call today, and find the home you want, for tomorrow! Kate Curran 715-416-3817

www.hillsiderealty.net

Snowmobile Trail 25 ATV Trail 50 Mark Schultz 715-635-2360

5 miles N of Birchwood on T

(715) 354-3723 www.spiderlakesaloon.com

lake level shore • parklike grounds cottages have full kitchens, dishwashers, cable TV and air conditioning • some units wheelchair accessible boat, motor, pontoon, kayak, paddleboat rentals playground • nice swimming area • game room laundry • children under 2 stay free in cottages

Jerry and Susan Janetski 2708 N Cty Rd F • Birchwood, WI 54817 715.354.3865 • 888.4.chetac

www.bigchetacresort.com info@bigchetacresort.com

cottage discounts

spring & fall

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Your best vacation begins here! All season 4 bedroom cabin located on the peaceful Spider Lake Chain north of Birchwood, WI. Great fishing, easy access to ATV/Snowmobile trails. (815) 886-8804

Lakes Sunset Resort on Long Lake We welcome you to Sunset Resort, a family resort located on beautiful, spectacular Long Lake.

www.sunsetonlonglake.com

Situated on clean, well-kept grounds, the cottages are completely furnished to include decks facing the lake, complete kitchens, new color TV’s with DVD players, ceiling fans, charcoal grills and a 14-foot fishing boat on a lift.

Activities include a swimming area with slides, a playground area, a bonfire area, and free use of the paddleboats and canoe. Electrical outlets at the lake are provided and pontoons and motors are available for rent. The lodge features a C-store, bait, and ice and wireless internet is available around the lodge.

For further information call: 715-354-3203

sunsetonlonglake@gmail.com W2924 Gruenhagen Road Birchwood, WI 54817 Winter Address: 4515 Graham Rd., Lot 91 Harlington, TX 78552 • 715-651-2682

Cabins

We recently renovated all six of our housekeeping cabins

to beautiful rustic cottages with 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms! The cabins now have air conditioning and include TVs receiving broadcasts of all the new digital channels! Other amenities include: grill, picnic table, fish house, 14-foot aluminum boat (motors extra). We also have two pontoons available for rent. The inside of our boathouse had a beautiful facelift with new lockers for every patron/camper staying at the lodge.

Recreation

We have a fun swimming raft for all ages, playground equipment, sandboxes and horseshoe pit are also available. Free

WiFi

N1075 Eastside Road • Birchwood, WI 54817 Your Hosts:

Ross & Beth Teasdale

LODGE

A central attraction at Lincolnwood is the main lodge. It offers six TVs to catch your favorite programs, FREE Internet WiFi and various magazines for your indoor entertainment. Our menu is constantly updated with tasty new dishes and our tavern still has the best speciality drinks on the lake!

FALL & WINTER

Come enjoy the fall colors at Lincolnwood. We have great fall hunting of all varieties and conveniently located directly on new ATV/Snowmobile ACTIVITIES trails that connect up to all other trails. Enjoy the snowy white open spaces this winter at Lincolnwood. See what a great sport snowmobiling can be with miles of trails at your disposal. Or try your hand at ice fishing, some of the best in the area. We have gas heaters We take pride in being the ONLY full service resort and electric baseboard heat for fall and winter accommodations. on Long Lake: cabins, tavern, full menu, bait and Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays, October through April tackle shop, gas sold right on the lake, boat rentals, fishing licenses, small groceries, and the best sunsets you can imagine.

www.lincolnwoodresort.com (715) 354-3533

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

MEMBER DIRECTORY 1 Long Lake Bait Tackle & C-Store*

2 Rockford House 3 Butternut Hills Golf Course* 4 Sam’s Place* 5 Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary 6 De-Voe-Kaufman Cottages 7 Hockersmith Electric Serv. 8 Lakeside Cabin 9 The Pioneer on Long Lake* q Placid Bay Resort* w Greener’s Reel-E’m Inn* e Dave’s Outboard r The Hive/Bees N Trees t Prop’s Sports Bar & Grill* y Lincolnwood Resort Bar & Grill*

u Sunset Resort* i MUDPUPPY ATV Rentals o V & M Bar & Campground p Ken-Way Services a Miller’s Cheese House* s Central Bank d Lubrication Station f Lehman’s Supper Club g Link Ford & RV Sales & Service h Community Bank of Northern Wisconsin

Legend Motorized Trails

j Dairy State Bank k Independent Sanitation

ATV Road Route Summer ATV Trail ATV/Snowmobile Road Route ATV/Snowmobile Trail Lake Route Snowmobile Road Route Snowmobile Trail

& Recycling

l K & L Prop Repair ; ACE Hardware - Spooner z Northwest Land & Recreation Realty

x Schmitz’s Economart c Advance Printing v Long Lake Preservation Association

*Look for these ads in this publication

longlakewisconsin.org info@longlakewisconsin.org - SEE WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL INFO

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longlakechamber

Lakes OPEN YEAR ROUND • CABINS AVAILABLE • PONTOON RENTALS Great Location! “Best View of Long Lake”

SUMMER OPEN 10AM DAILY

Stop in for the perfect mix of relaxation and fun! ith On ATV Route w rs ve Ri ild W to access l ai & Tuscobia Tr

On Snowmobile

Trail 28/34

Great Drinks!

We are the hot spot on Long Lake! Homemade Pizza • Burgers • Salads & Wraps Homemade Soups • Friday Night Fish Fry

Great Food!

Two newly remodeled lake homes sleep 10 or 15 with WIFI, fireplaces, full kitchens & cable TV! Pontoon rentals available!

715-354-3515 www.propsonlonglake.com N1262 Cty Hwy M-D, Sarona, WI 54870

Nestled in the heart of northwestern Wisconsin, The Pioneer on Long Lake is one of the northwoods’ most beautiful vacation spots. The Pioneer resort has something for everyone – whether you’re a family, a couple or a group of good friends. Escape to The Pioneer on Long Lake. Fishing, boating, and swimming in the summer; hunting and the beautiful autumn colors in the fall; M B s n o w m o b i l i n g, downhill and cross53 P country skiing and Sarona ice fishing in the D winter; nature’s D Long rebirth in the spring Lake – all of the seasons D are spectacular on T M 48 Long Lake!

A YEAR-ROUND RESORT CABINS (Daily & Weekly Accommodations) FULL LIQUOR BAR with Spectacular View of Lake CAMPING • FOOD • BOAT LANDING PONTOON & BOAT RENTAL • WINTERIZED CABINS HOMEMADE PIZZA • Free WIFI Your Host: Tom Haack For Free Brochure or Reservations, Call or Write: N1690 County Highway M • Sarona, WI 54870

715-354-3500 thepioneeronlonglake.com

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

shop small, shop local, discover Stone Lake PATKO’S

*Memorial Day to Labor Day: Farmers Market Thursday 2pm-5pm May 7 Ham & Scalloped Potato Dinner July 3 Stone Lake Boat Parade Sept. 10 Evergreen Cemetery Walk May 27 Historical Society Museum July 10 Pie & Ice Cream Social Sept. 29 Cranberry Festival Dinner Opens Aug. 6 Stone Lake Family Fun Day Oct. 1 Cranberry Festival Activities May 28 Fish Fry Aug. 6 Historical Society Museum Oct. 31 Children’s Halloween Party June 4 Stone Lake Community Open House Nov. 19 Hunter’s Chili Feed Garage Sale Sept. 3 Fish Fry Dec. 3 Children’s Christmas Party June 18 Stone Lake Craft Fair June 23 Lady’s Nite FREE! Stone Lake Music Night – Second Saturday of Every Month FREE! July 3 Softball Tournament & Fireworks 6:30pm to 9:00pm – Stone Lake Lions Hall 5530N Cty Hwy BB, Stone Lake, WI 715.865.4665 (HOOK) www.stonelakebait.com

5 TV’s for Sporting Events

(1/2 mile off Hwy 70)

Packer Game Specials

Homemade Pizzas

Daily Specials

New Menu Parking

“It’s Catchin’ On!”

Full Bar Off Sale

• Full Service DNR License Agent • Rod & Reel Repair • Interstate Batteries

Lot in Back

5796N State Road 70, Stone Lake, WI 54876

715-865-2141

We carry the largest line of tackle and live bait in the area! Open Year Round Call for current hours

• LP Tank Exchange • 24hr Live Bait & Tackle Vending • F.F.L. • Hunting Accessories • Ice Fishing Equipment • Beer, Snacks, Ice, Pop • Pizza Corner Pizza Find Us on Facebook • Rental Equipment

The Last Frontier WE’RE NOT JUST ANTIQUES

Cabin & Lodge Furnishings Old & New, Table Linens & Rugs, Candles & Soaps, Adult & Children Clothing, Gourmet Food, Wild Rice Ice Cream & Fudge Shop • Treats

STONE LAKE CRANBERRY COMPANY Cranberry Food Products, Candles, Soaps, & More Open Daily 9am-5pm • Sunday 10am-4pm W184 Hwy. 70 • Stone Lake, WI 54876

Phone 715-865-3302

Committed to advancing the general welfare and prosperity of our businesses, communities and organizations

Email: thelastfrontier@centurytel.net

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See what’s new at Betty Lou!

Step back in time and enjoy a great glass of wine in our 1870’s schoolhouse. Along with indoor and outdoor seating, we offer wine by the glass, bottle or case, specialty beers, cocktails, tasty food, and unique gifts all at affordable prices.

Gifts Fashion Décor Repurposed Furniture Monday-Saturday 10am – 5pm

715.957.0055 16881W Main Street, Stone Lake, WI

Our charming atmosphere, friendly service, daily wine samplings and notable merchandise has made Red Schoolhouse Wines a must see destination in Stone Lake.

www.bettylouhome.com

5768N 4th Street S • Stone Lake, WI 54876

715-865-5038

Highway 70 in Stone Lake, WI FOR SA LE

Teri Heath (715) 558-1456

teriheathrealtor@centurytel.net

(715) 865-2315

www.nwwirealty.com

Notary, Fax & Copy Services Available.

- Visit our website to see upcoming events and wine tastings -

www.RedSchoolhouseWines.com

Arts, Crafts & Flea Market, Over 300 Vendors! Cranberry Baking Contest • Krate Derby • Cranberry Marsh Tours • Street Entertainment

First Saturday in October OCTOBER 1, 2016 PHONE/FAX:

715-865-FEST (3378)

Post Office Box 73, Stone Lake, WI 54876

Duluth Superior

STONE LAKE Minneapolis St. Paul

Located on Hwy 70 19 miles E of Spooner 14 miles SW of Hayward

Green Bay Madison

Milwaukee

www.stonelakecranberryfestival.com www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

Events

Visit us on Facebook for upcoming events

ATV/Motorcycle Ice Racing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TBD Easter Egg Hunt & Bunny Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 26 Monday Movies & Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June-August Concerts in the Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June-August Shell Lake Fine Arts Festival. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 2 Street Dance & Fireworks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 3 Sailing Regattas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 2 & September 3 Shell Lake Triathlon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 16 Town & Country Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Labor Day Weekend Oktoberfest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . October 15 Holiday Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 3

Bashaw Valley Farm & Greenhouse Farm Blueberries, Raspberries, Cherries & Strawberries Organic, Fresh & Frozen, U-Pick Berries Available All Natural Angus Grassfed Beef & Pastured Pork

Greenhouse

Storage

Annuals & Perennials Fruit Trees Beautiful Baskets & More

Self Storage RV & Boat Safe, On Site

Hwy 63, Shell Lake • (715) 468-2591 • www.BashawValley.com 23 Fifth Ave. Shell Lake 715-468-2899

Shell Lake’s Finest Shopping Adventure

Gifts ~ Toys

Clothing

Monday – Saturday 10AM - 5PM

Collectibles

Tues-Wed: 9-6:30 Thurs-Fri: 6-5:00 Sat: 9-1:00

Full Service Hair Salon 506 First St Shell Lake, WI

715.468.2404

Accessories

Travelers, stop by

HAPPY HOUR

for pet care. . .

Monday-Friday 4:00-6:00 pm Pizza & Oﬀ Sale Free Safe Ride Home Party Bus Rental ABATE Member Family Owned Since 1965

OPEN 7:00 AM, 365 DAYS A YEAR 40

Clinic open til 8pm Fridays Dog Wash open til 10pm Daily Shell Lake • By 63 & D • (715) 468-7007 • www.lakevet.net

Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

Attractions Shell Lake Arts Center Shell Lake Beach & Campground The Potter’s Shed Washburn County Historical Museum Museum of Woodcarving

ShellLakeWi.com

Artesian Well Cranberry Bog Clover Meadow Winery White Wolf Distillery

Things To Do Berry Picking Cross Country Skiing ATV Trails Golfing

Bicycling Fishing Snowmobiling Ice Fishing

Studio Hrs: MON - FRI 8AM - 12PM

5th Avenue Shell Lake, WI (715) 731-0080

Open Daily at 11:00 AM LUNCH & DINNER

SPECIALS

Family Atmosphere • Seating for Large Groups Burgers, Steaks, Chicken, Baby Back Ribs, Salad Bar, Seafood, Pizza, Pasta, Kids’ Meals, Catering

Visit

Peggy’s Place

Fitness & Wellness Center Counseling Services, Fitness Classes, Spa Services, Alternative Healing, Massage Therapy, Healthy Balance Honey 246 Industrial Blvd. • Shell Lake, WI • 715.468.2232

Serving Breakfast & Lunch

Open 6AM-2PM 7 Days a Week

Great food, friendly atmosphere!

Monday-Thursday 6am-2pm Friday 6am-8pm Saturday & Sunday 6am-2pm 36 West 5th Ave. (Main St) SHELL LAKE

715-468-7427

FISH FRY every FRIDAY!

Dine In or Carry Out

Summer arts camps Free concerts all summer long! Home of the longest running jazz camp in the nation!

Terry & Kathi Johnson

(715) 468-2969

CATERING AVAILABLE

403 Hwy 63 • Shell Lake, WI 54871

Jean’s Antiques

Collectibles & Gifts

Downtown Shell Lake • 24 5th Ave. - P.O. Box 176 • Shell Lake, WI 54871

715-468-7035 • OPEN YEAR ROUND • Call for Hours & Appointments

Vintage Merchandise • Glassware • Jewelry • Toys • Furniture

shell lake arts center 802 First Street • PO Box 315 • Shell Lake, WI 54871 715.468.2414 • info@shelllakeartscenter.org

www.shelllakeartscenter.org www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

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Savor the flavors of the Northwoods when you dine in Washburn County. Dining experiences range from the Friday Night Fish Fry, a Wisconsin tradition, to dinner aboard a historic excursion train while viewing the stunning scenery of the Namekagon River (part of the St. Croix National Park System). Whether you are in the mood for some homemade pie, an enormous burger, or slow- smoked ribs, you are sure to find plenty of options pleasing to your palate at one of the nearly 70 restaurants in Washburn County. BIRCHWOOD

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Ed’s Pit Stop • (715) 354-7991 701 State Road 48, Birchwood, WI 54817 www.edspitstop.com Specialties: Ed’s Famous Smoked Fresh Meats Cards Credit 4567

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Clover Meadow Winery • (715) 468-4224 23396 Thompson Road, Shell Lake, WI 54871 www.cmwinery.com Specialties: Decadent Desserts, Tapas, Paired Wines

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Stone Lake Pub • (715) 865-2141 5796N State Highway 70., Stone Lake, WI 54876 Specialties: Homemade Pizza, Daily Specials, Burgers Cards Credit 4567

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TREGO Chicog Pub • (715) 466-4776 W7893 County Highway F, Trego, WI 54888 Specialties: Homemade Pizza, Burgers, Sandwiches Cards Credit 4567

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Hub’s Riverbend • (715) 939-1250 W5608 Hwy 63, Trego, WI 54888 www.hubsriverbend.com Specialties: Saturday Prime Rib, Specialty Burgers Cards Credit 4567

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Pine Lodge at Heartwood • (800) 577-4848 N10884 Hoinville Road, Trego, WI 54888 Specialties: Fresh Local Products Cards Credit 4567

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River Street Family Restaurant • (715) 635-2222 519 N River Street, Spooner, WI 54801 Specialties: Breakfast All Day, Daily Specials

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Pair O’ Lakes Lodge • (715) 635-2812 W7341 Pair O’ Lakes Road, Spooner, WI 54801 www.pairolakes.com Specialties: Ribs, Monthly & Daily Specials Cards Credit

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Camp Namekagon • (715) 766-2277 W2108 Larson Rd., Springbrook, WI 54875 www.campnamekagon.com Specialties: Family Owned, Unique, Relaxed Dining

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Tracks Restaurant & Bar • (715) 635-3399 W7916 Carlton Road, Spooner, WI 54801 www.tracksfamilydining.com Specialties: Pork Prime Rib, Barbeque Ribs

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Red Schoolhouse Wines Café • (715) 865-5038 5768N 4th Street S., Stone Lake, WI 54876 www.redschoolhousewines.com Specialties: Wine, Craft Beers, Outside Seating

North Crossing Foods • (715) 635-0084 W7105 Green Valley Road, Spooner, WI 54801 www.northcrossingfoods.org Specialties: Iced Coffee, Ice Cream, Sundaes

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Tony’s Riverside • (715) 635-8636 524 S River Street, Spooner, WI 54801 www.tonysriversidebar.com Specialties: Broasted Chicken, Pizza, Burgers, Sandwiches John

Aces Basement Bar & BBQ • (715) 635-8089 2069 County Road G, Spooner, WI 54801 www.northwindsresort.com Specialties: Full Competition Slow Smoked Ribs

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McKenzie Landing • (715) 635-2520 1350 County Road E, Spooner, WI 54801 www.mckenzielanding.com Specialties: Salad Bar, Prime Rib Saturdays

Wendy’s Place • (715) 466-4334 749 Business Highway 53, Minong, WI 54859 www.wendysplace.net Specialties: Homestyle Cooking, Open Daily Doe

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Thru The Woods • (715) 468-2969 403 Highway 63, Shell Lake, WI 54871 Specialties: Daily Specials, Muffins, Homemade Soup

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Potter’s Shed Café • (715) 468-4122 250 Industrial Boulevard, Shell Lake, WI 54871 www.thepottersshed.com Specialties: Gourmet Coffees, Salads, Soups

Longbranch Smokehouse & Grille • (715) 466-2311 State Highway 77 - Downtown, Minong, WI 54859 www.longbranchminong.com Specialties: Home of the Hog Samich

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Peggy’s Place • (715) 468-7427 35 5th Avenue, Shell Lake, WI 54871 Specialties: Pastries, Specials, Homemade Soup

The Roost • (715) 635-8921 3747 County Highway B, Sarona, WI 54870 www.theroostofsarona.com Specialties: Famous Shrimp, Wings and Crab Cards Credit

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Prop’s Sports Bar & Grill • (715) 354-3515 N1262 County Highway M-D, Sarona, WI 54870 www.propsonlonglake.com Specialties: Friday Fish Fry, Daily Specials 0123

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Pioneer on Long Lake • (715) 354-3500 N1690 County Highway M, Sarona, WI 54870 www.pioneeronlonglake.com Specialties: Homemade Pizza, Variety of Sandwiches Cards Credit

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Butternut Hills • (715) 635-8563 N2981 Golf Road, Sarona, WI 54870 www.butternuthillsgolf.com Specialties: Parmesan Crusted Walleye, Cod Basket 0123

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Lakeview • (715) 731-0080 5 5th Avenue, Shell Lake, WI 54871 Specialties: Daily Salad Bar, Homemade Soup

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Spider Lake Saloon • (715) 354-3723 N2586 Spider Lake Trail, Birchwood, WI 54817 www.spiderlakesaloon.com Specialties: Northwoods Best Bloody Mary Cards Credit

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Schmitz’s Economart Deli • (715) 635-7700 700 S River Street, Spooner, WI 54801 www.schmitzeconomart.com Specialties: Chester Fried Chicken, Daily Specials

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WI Great Northern â€˘ (715) 635-3200 N6639 Dilly Lake Road, Trego, WI 54888 www.spoonertrainride.com Specialties: Elegant Dinner Train, Pizza Train Cards Credit 4567

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A SHORT DRIVE Golden Chipmunk Bar & Grill â€˘ (715) 466-4095 16095 S Chipmunk Hallow Rd., Wascott, WI 54838 www.schatzisresort.com Specialties: Ribs, Steaks, Chicken, Walleye, Salads Cards Credit 4567

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Voyager Village Grill â€˘ (715) 259-3910 x.15 28851 Kilkare Road, Danbury, WI 54830 www.voyagervillage.com Specialties: Fresh Quality, Great Tasting Food Cards Credit 4567

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all for hours, as they may vary by day and season!

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www.washburncounty.org â€˘ 800-367-3306

Dining in Washburn County

Chicog Pub Good Burgers • Great Service • Friday Fish Fry

Homemade Pizza Open Daily, 12:00pm to 12:00am • Open Sat & Sun at 11:00am • Closed Wed 715-466-4776 • W 7893 Cty Hwy F • ATV Trail Accessible

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Slow Smoked Ribs Brisket & Chicken Sandwiches & More!

Call for Nightly Specials & Hours. 3 Fully Furnished Cabins Limited Camping Private Docks & Boat Launch Modern Fish Cleaning House w/Freezer Voted One of the TOP Ice Fishing Lakes in Wisconsin CLOSED ON MONDAYS On Snowmobile Trail, close to ATV Trail

715-635-8089 2069 Co Rd G, Spooner, WI 54801

www.northwindsresort.com

Breakfast Served All Day All You Can Eat Specials Daily Fresh Homemade Pies & Desserts Catering Available 715-635-2222 Downtown Spooner

Lunch served M-F 11am-2pm. Soup and Sandwich daily

Providing Award Winning Baked Goods to the Spooner Area • Featuring Special Occasion cakes • Danish Sweet Rolls, Coffee Cakes, Donuts, Bars, Cookies • Gluten Free, Low Carb, Sugar Free and Fat Free Breads • Dinner Rolls, Hamburger and Hot Dog Buns

The Roost of Sarona, LLC OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Legendary Breakfast and Fish Fry Famous Shrimp, Wings and Crab W3747 County Road B Sarona, WI 54870

715-635-8921 Theroostofsarona.com Facebook: The Roost of Sarona

• Homemade Pies and fillings made from frozen fruit • Cooked Fudge; Peanut, Cashew and Coconut Brittle and Divinity • WI Maple syrup • 8 flavors of Hand dipped Ice Cream (seasonal) • Hot and Cold beverages • Open to new ideas - come see what we have to offer

217 Walnut Street • Spooner, WI 54801

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Grocery • Meat • Dairy • Frozen Foods • Fresh Produce • Liquor • Bakery • Video Rentals Be sure to stop by our Deli, Bakery & Restaurant: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Daily Specials • Wonder Roast Chicken FREE COFFEE W/ PURCHASE OF BREAKFAST SPECIAL!

Deli Hours: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Deli Restaurant Hrs: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

700 S. River Street • Spooner, Wisconsin 54801 Phone: 715-635-2836 info@schmitzeconomart.com www.schmitzeconomart.com

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Pharmacy: 715-635-8785 Deli: 715-635-7700 Fax/Copy Services

Dining & Shopping in Washburn County HUB’S RIVERBEND Specialty Burgers Sandwiches Mexican Homemade Pizzas

FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY SATURDAY NIGHT PRIME RIB OPEN DAILY @ 11:00 AM W5608 HWY. 63 • TREGO

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HUNTING • FISHING • CAMPING • CLOTHING • FOOTWEAR • SOUVENIRS Downtown Spooner, WI 715-635-3883 -------------------Hayward, WI 715-634-6805 -------------------www.spooneroutlet.com

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www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

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Millerâ€™s Cheese House Best Little Cheese House in Wisconsin!

1 Mile North of Rice Lake on Hwy 48 East â€˘ Call for Hours

70 Varieties Wisconsin Cheese â€˘ Handmade Fudge â€˘ Louieâ€™s Finer Meats Souvenirs & Crafts â€˘ We Ship Cheese Year-Round â€˘ Sample Before You Buy

715-234-4144 â€˘ 800-677-4144 www.millerscheesehouse.com

106 Walnut Street Spooner, WI 54801 715.635.6536

Sather Jewelry Since 1910

126 Walnut Street Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-2418 satherjewelrywi@gmail.com

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Watercolor The Brickyard by Marie Sweeney

715.468.7341 www.brickyardpottery.com

RED CROSS PHARMACY Dr. Nathan Eichhorst Optometrist 715-635-2020 130 Walnut St. â€˘ Spooner, WI 54801

IRVâ€™S STUMP GRINDING

Downtown Spooner Open 7 Days A Week 715.635.2117

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From your mind to reality. At Northpoint and Retreat Home Furniture, we custom design your space to reflect the personality and the character of your home. With over 300 vendor options, we can find you those absolutely perfect pieces. We go to the next level to translate your feel, essentials, and taste to every room. We have solutions for functionality, tone, overall ambiance, space, organization, color, and light. Retreat Home Furniture is a destination for cabin culture, offering the rustic unique at an affordable price. From your perfect sleep experience to a wondrous great room, we have you covered. Love your bed, love your rooms, and love your home.

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Washburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

Whether you are in search of the peacefulness of the Northwoods lifestyle, have the desire to raise children in a small community or are following the dream of owning your own business, Washburn County has what you need. The vast natural resources, stunning Northwoods beauty, and friendly locals make it the perfect relocation destination.

Relocate to Washburn County

Schools: Birchwood, Northwood, Shell Lake, Spooner, St. Francis de Sales School Libraries: Minong, Shell Lake, Spooner Realtors: Many knowledgeable realtors call Washburn County home and are ready to help you make the area your home as well. See ads on pages 2, 34, 39, and 49.

Churches in Washburn County

Washburn County • You know you enjoy your vacation in NW Wisconsin. • You know you love the beauty of NW Wisconsin. • You know you sleep better and relax when you are here, so why not do this on a full time basis?

TALK TO US ABOUT: • TIF DISTRICTS IN THE COUNTY • COUNTY REVOLVING LOAN FUND • OUR EDUCATED & MODIFIED WORK FORCE • TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE IN BUSINESS PLANNING • REFERRAL FOR STATE & LOCAL INCENTIVES • COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL SITES • BUSINESS FINANCE ASSISTANCE

Washburn County Economic Development welcomes the opportunity to confidentially speak to you on locating your business to Washburn County. Stop in to see us or call us at:

715-635-8242

WASHBURN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION 208 Vine Street • Spooner, Wisconsin

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• IMMANUEL CHURCH: 218-384-4506

BIRCHWOOD • ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST: 715-234-2917 • TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH: 715-354-3790 • UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 715-354-3147

EARL • NAMEKAGON CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH: 715-466-2070

LAMPSON • CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS): 715-466-4516

MINONG • CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH: 715-466-2366 • ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH: 715-466-2358, 378-4431 • THE RIVER WESLEYAN: 715-466-2844

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BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH: 715-635-7672 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE: 715-635-3496 CORNERSTONE CHURCH: 715-635-9222 FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS): 715-635-8167 FIRST UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH: 715-635-8386 LIVING HOPE FELLOWSHIP ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 715-635-3546 SPOONER BAPTIST CHURCH: 715-635-2277 ST. ALBAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH: 715-635-8475 ST. FRANCIS de SALES CATHOLIC CHURCH: 715-635-3105 TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA): 715-635-3603 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 715-635-3227 WESLEYAN CHURCH: 715-635-2768

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• LONG LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA): 715-354-3804 • ST. CATHERINE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH: 715-635-3105 • UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 715-468-2405

• LIVING WORD FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER: 715-766-3521 • ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH: 715-634-3283

SHELL LAKE FULL GOSPEL CHURCH: 715-468-2895 LAKE PARK ALLIANCE CHURCH: 715-468-2734 NORTHWOODS BAPTIST CHURCH: 715-468-2177 SALEM LUTHERAN (ELCA): 715-468-7718 ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC CHURCH: 715-468-7200 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 715-468-2405

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Indianhead Medical Center 113 Fourth Avenue West Shell Lake, WI 54871

STONE LAKE • FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA): 715-865-2500 • STONE LAKE WESLEYAN CHURCH: 715-865-2881

TREGO • APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH: 715-635-9326 • NORTHWOODS CHRISTIAN CHURCH: 715-635-4727 or 635-7769 • TREGO COMMUNITY CHURCH: 715-635-8402

www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

Family Practice: Allan Haesemeyer, MD Jeffery Dunham, MD Gene Rigstad, MD General Surgery: Kenneth Garrison, MD Jamie Bell, PA-C • Eydie Farrow, AAPNP Michael Breitenfeld, PA-C

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â€˘ Arts in Hand Gallery, Spooner â€˘ Claymoon Copper Art Gallery, A&H â€˘ Forts Folle Avoine, Danbury â€˘ Rustic Hearts Gifts, Webster Â‡ :LOG 5LYHU 2XWÂżWWHUV, Grantsburg â€˘ Shop online

StudioNorthwoods.com 715.566.1356 â€˘ info@studionorthwoods.com

A Fun, Interactive Learning Experience at a Unique Historical Site! FUR TRADE POSTS OJIBWE VILLAGE Tours â€˘ Museums â€˘ Gift Shop Gardens â€˘ Hiking/Ski Trails Special events for 2016 . . .

Yellow River Echoes Fri. thru Sun., June 17 thru 19

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Christmas at The Forts Saturdays, December 3 & 10, Sunday, December 4 Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wed. thru Sun., May 28 thru Sept. 4; plus Sept., Sat. & Sun.

Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park

9-Hole Regulation Course 9-Hole Par 3 Course

715-866-8890 â€˘ 8500 Co. Rd. U Between Danbury & Webster, WI

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Your Family Resort For All Seasons Open All Year! Spring & Fall Discounts Available! ) 1-bdr. to 4-bdr. cottages ) Indoor pool & hot tub ) Air-conditioned ) Large family dining room ) Nice, shaded playground & swings ) Big game room & bar ) Plenty of dock space, four big docks By Great Day in the Mornin’ Photography

) Pontoon & boat rental

) Resort ) Motel ) Condos ) 4-Bdr. Vacation Home ) Indoor Pool Catch a large variety of ﬁsh in Yellow Lake including musky, walleye, bass, northern, sturgeon, crappie, pan ﬁsh and jumbo perch.

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Along Level Lake Shore On Big Yellow Lake

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A Short Drive Woods, water and wildlife – not a dream, but a reality. You need only travel to the southern tip of Douglas County, bordering on Washburn County, to experience what others may only dream of. With miles of well-groomed recreational trails with recreational parking areas, over 100 pristine lakes to fish, swim and boat, and thousands of acres of forest land where visitors may hunt and hike, it is no wonder that people head “up north” to relax! This is UP NORTH at its best. Wascott is a community of volunteers where clubs, organizations and individual citizens work together to get the job done. One such effort is the annual Wascott Area Children’s Christmas Party held at the Town Hall on the afternoon of December 24th. Everyone is welcome to come and join in the excitement which brings out the “child” in all of us. Not here during the winter? Then plan to attend the annual Food and Fun event held at the Wascott Ball Park on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend. Meet our friendly residents and other visitors for an afternoon of food, drink, prizes, games and camaraderie. You may come as a stranger, but you will leave as a friend. During your stay, stop at any of our area businesses. Members of the Wascott Tourism and Development Association will offer you the finest that there is in food, beverages and lodging. You will be planning your next visit before leaving!

WOODS, WATER, AND WILDLIFE – For more information, visit our website at

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WASCOTT TOURISM MEMBERS OFFERINGS Antler Inn

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Circle Pines Bar, Grill & Motel

On/Off Full Menu Nearby

Crystal Lake Campground & Bar

On/Off Pizza/Spec. Nearby

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Happy Our’s RV Park

The Lookout Tavern

Fuel/Bait/ Pets Restroom/ Dump License Lodging Allowed Showers Hookups Station -C/T/RV Yes RR Full --

Food Pizza

On/Off Full Menu

North View Campground

Schatzi’s Bar, Grill, Cabins & RV Park Stop-A-Sec Convenience Store

Pizza

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Yes

RR/S

Elec. Water

Yes

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Other

Pontoon, Rental, ATM, Laundromat

Ice Cream Shop

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Lake Access, Docks

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Up North Resort

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View Point Lodge

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THE EXCEPTIONAL VACATION EXPERIENCE YOU’VE BEEN LOOKING FOR . . .

ON TREGO LAKE OUTSTANDING FACILITIES • PERSONAL SERVICE

• Lakefront cottages with satellite TV & AC • Individual grill, picnic table & fire pit • Spacious, seasonal campsites

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• Sandy beach & heated pool • Fishing licenses & bait • Rentals: boats, motors, pontoon & canoes • Fishing guide service • Game room • Snack bar • Convenience store • Beer, liquor & wine, off sale • Pizza & snacks • Maytag laundry facility • Wi-Fi access • Spring & fall discounts • Scheduled activities • Play Systems playground, shuffleboard, basketball, volleyball & badminton courts NEARBY . . . • Hiking trails & numerous golf courses • Canoe the scenic Namekagon River

Lakefront Cottages & Seasonal Camping at a Great Vacation Destination!

Relax and enjoy the serenity of the Northwoods! 715-635-2840 • N8347 Bay Park Road • Trego, WI 54888

www.BayParkResort.com www.washburncounty.org • 800-367-3306

Spooner Area Working to help make Spooner a better place to live, do business, and to visit. N. River Street • Spooner, WI 54801 1-800-367-3306 • 715-635-2168 CHAMBER OF 122 www.spoonerchamber.org EMAIL: aaron@spoonerchamber.org COMMERCE *January: ..........................Jack Frost Fest, Spooner July: .............................Birchwood Bluegill Festival EVENTS & FESTIVALS * Chamber Events

Jack Frost Fest Pond Hockey Tournament

*May:..............................Food & Wine Tasting Event August: ................................Minong Summer Days June: ...................................Northwoods Blues Fest *August: ................Jack Pine Savage Days, Spooner June: .......Railroad Memories Celebration, Spooner September: ..........Town & Country Days, Shell Lake *June: .......Jack’s A Hack Golf Tournament, Spooner October: ..................Stone Lake Cranberry Festival June-Oct: ........................Farmers Market, Spooner *October: ..............Jack O’Lantern Festival, Spooner July: ...............................Shell Lake Lions Triathlon December: ..................Shell Lake Holiday Saturday July: ................Heart of the North Rodeo, Spooner

Jack Pine Savage Days

Savage Dash 5k Mud Run

Jack O’ Lantern Festival 5k Zombie Run