2016 Washburn County Visitor & Activitiy Guide

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An Up NorthCountry Casual

Place to be.

Hours of Operation: 7 Days a WeekKITCHEN: Sun-Thurs 7:30am-9pm; Fri & Sat 7:30am-10pm

BAR: Sunday-Saturday 7:30am-?????

Downtown Minong715-466-2311

Full Service MenuHomemade Food & Soups

Catering On & Off SiteBreakfast 7 days a week

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• 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 fishingand recreation.

• Namekagon, Totagatic and St. Croix rivers.Attractions

Clean, Air-ConditionedLarge Capacity

Washers & Dryers

Across from Henson’s Grocery

Wash & ShopLaundromat

HOURS - Summer: 6AM-10PM • Winter: 7AM-9PM

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Washburn CountyTourism Association122 North River StreetSpooner, WI 54801

PHONE: 715.635.9696TOLL FREE: 800.367.3306ONLINE: www.washburncounty.orgEMAIL: [email protected]

Welcome to Washburn Countyg Northwoods in Every Direction g

Getting Here: Washburn County islocated in beautiful Northwest Wisconsin.Major Highways passing through includeHighways 53, 63, 70 and 77. WashburnCounty is halfway between Duluth/Superiorand Eau Claire, making it a convenientlocation to take a break, explore, grab a biteto eat, or rest for the evening.

DISTANCE TO WASHBURN COUNTYChicago .................. 395 milesDuluth/Superior ....... 65 milesEau Claire................. 81 milesGreen Bay............... 257 milesLaCrosse................. 165 milesMadison.................. 256 milesMilwaukee............... 324 milesMinneapolis ............ 110 miles

HIGH LOWJanuary 21° 1°February 27° 6°March 40° 19°April 56° 32°May 68° 44°June 76° 53°

HIGH LOWJuly 80° 58°August 78° 56°September 69° 48°October 56° 36°November 39° 23°December 24° 7°

Average annual snowfall: 52 inchesAverage annual rainfall: 31.06 inchesWeather

Average Temperatures:

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

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

Cover Photo Credits:James Netz Photography

Our toll-free 800 number isgenerously sponsored by

Indianhead Credit Union andCommunity Bank of Northern Wisconsin


For a full list of art-related stops, stop into theWashburn County Visitor Center in Spooner.

2016 SPECIAL FEATURE

As you wander the incredible downtowns of Washburn County, you’re bound to stum-ble upon some great works of art. Seven art galleries are located throughout thecounty, offering a variety of works for any art lover. In addition, there are murals andsculptures located throughout the county for your viewing pleasure. Here are a few ofour favorites:

Experience Art in the Northwoods

• 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

TUBE RENTAL $8 & $10On the Namekagon River

halfway between Hayward & Spooner

CANOE & KAYAK RENTALATV-Snowmobile--Wild River Trail

Campin Cabins--Camper Rental715-635-4888 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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photo: Mary Dosch


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Trego Lake County Park

Doolittle County Park

Shell Lake Muni

Spooner CommunityMemorial Hospital

Minong FlowageSand Lake

Derosier Lake

Upper Kimball Lake

Gilmore Lake

Middle Kimball Lake

Totagatic FlowageLower Kimball LakeNo Mans Lake

Pokegama LakeLake Nancy

Adventure LakeHoreshoe Lake

Big Bass Lake

Little Bass LakeNorth Twin LakesAdventure Lake

Fish LakeNorth Twin Lakes

Chicog Lake Rainy LakeCloverleaf Lake

Mclain Lake

Lost Lake

Pear Lake

Chippanazie Flow

Sugarbush LakeMathews Lake

Oak Lake

Hointville Lake

Gull Lake

Hay LakeMack Lake

Lower Mc Kenzie Lake

Brinkman Lake

Bean Lake

Bean Lake

Island LakeBeaver Lake

Deer Lake

Bean LakeBass LakeCasey Lake

Trego River

Cranberry Lake

Dunn Lake Mud Lake

Whalen LakeRappy Lake

Loon LakeLittle Casey Lake

Spring LakeBig Mc Kenzie Lake

Tomahawk Lake

Bass LakeRigler Lake

Mc Kinley LakeJerry Lake

Tower Lake

Lincoln LakeGrass Lake

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Lucky Lake

Spring Lake

Dilly LakeCable LakeGoose Lake

Dock Lake

Little Spooner Lake

Stone Lake

Spooner Lake

Spooner Lake

Evergreen Lake

Lucky Lake

Potato Lake

Lucky Lake

Yellow River

Yellow River

Randall LakeYellow River

Slim Lake

Harrison Lake

Baker Lake

Oak Lake

Harmon LakeLeesome Lake

Yellow River

Long Lake

Moody Lake

Starkey LakeRipley Lake

Mud Lake

Macrae Lake

Shell Lake

Long LakeCasper Lake

Big Devil Lake

Miller Lake

Heart Lake

Ripley Lake

Spider LakeBass Lake

Miller Lake

Nice Lake

Mc Cune LakeShallow Lake

Berry LakeMc Cune LakePine Lake

Birch LakeFenton LakeKekegama Lake

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If you’re looking for a secluded Northwoodsvacation, be sure to check out the Minong area.

Well-known for its vast ATV and snowmobile trail systems, the areaoffers 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.

Minong

Located between Trego and Hayward, Earl &Springbrook are great destinations for outdoorenthusiasts. Paddlers and floaters alike will bedrawn to the area as the Namekagon River, partof the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, flowsthrough both communities. Tubes, canoes, andkayak rentals, as well as shuttle services, areavailable in both Earl and Springbrook.

Earl & Springbrook

Flowing through town, the Namekagon River (part ofthe St. Croix National Scenic Riverway) provides 252

miles of tubing, canoeing, and kayaking fun. Rentals and shuttleservice are available in Trego. In addition to the water fun, Trego isin the heart of the vast ATV and snowmobile trail system. Ridershave access to everything in Trego, including trails that connect tohundreds of miles of state-funded, groomed trails.

Trego

Eclectic shopping, one-of-a-kindfestivals, and must-see attractions

make Spooner a distinct stop for visitors. Home of theSpooner Rodeo, Jack Pine Savage Days, Jack O’ LanternFestival, Jack Frost Festival, Spooner Train Ride, WI CanoeHeritage Museum, World’s Largest Musky & WalleyeFish Hatchery, and the Railroad Memories Museum,Spooner offers something fun for everyone all year ‘round.

Spooner

Imagine adowntown with a

sparkling 2,600-acre lake, public beach,park, bandshell, and campground and youhave the gorgeous town of Shell Lake. Nowadd a historical museum, woodcarvingmuseum, art gallery, live music and acommunity theatre, all making Shell Lake theperfect small town to spend time with lovedones taking in the arts and enjoying thebeautiful surroundings.

Shell Lake

Sarona is home to Hunt Hill AudubonSanctuary, 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 andprovides the perfect location to explore the beautiful wildlifehabitats of Northwest Wisconsin. Sarona also offers excellentgolfing, miles upon miles of ATV trails, and wonderful fishingopportunities.

Sarona

Long Lake,which stretches

19 miles and reaches depths of over 70feet, is known as the Walleye Capital ofWisconsin. Several resorts, bait shops, andrestaurants make this a great lake forplanning your family’s Northwoods vacation.The clear, spring-fed water keeps visitorscoming back to Long Lake year after year,generation after generation.

Long Lake

Located in bothWashburn and Sawyer

counties, Stone Lake is a small treasure with a bigheart. Stone Lake’s unique shops, incrediblerestaurants and sparkling lakes welcome visitorsthroughout the year with their Northwoods hospitality.This is especially evident in the fall when Stone Lakehosts their annual Cranberry Festival with marsh tours,arts & craft vendors, krate box derby, parade, anddelicious cranberry treats.

Stone Lake

On a sunny, summerday, surrounded by

some of the best fishing in Northwest Wisconsin,it is easy to see why Birchwood is known as theBluegill Capital of Wisconsin. In addition to thefishing opportunities, Birchwood is also well-known for their vast ATV and snowmobiletrail systems. Easy trail access to lodging, diningand gas make Birchwood a great entry point forexploring the area trails.

Birchwood

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◆Studio Northwoods 715-566-1356 . . . . . . . . . . 51◆Voyager Village 715-259-3910 . . . . . . . . . . 50

SERVICES See Ad Page◆Benson Thompson 715-635-3333 . . . . . . . . . . 49◆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

SHOPPING See Ad Page◆3C General Store 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 See Ad Page◆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

◆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 See Ad Page◆A&W 715-466-5929 . . . . . . . . . . 43◆Aces at Northwinds Resort 715-635-8089 . . . . . . . . . . 44◆Chicog Pub 715-466-4776 . . . . . . . . . . 44◆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

◆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

LODGING See Ad Page◆Antler Inn/ 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

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◆ BIRCHWOOD

◆ EARL/SPRINGBROOK

◆ LONG LAKE

◆ MINONG

◆ SARONA

◆ SHELL LAKE

◆ SPOONER

◆ STONE LAKE

◆ TREGO

◆ A SHORT DRIVE

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JANUARY 20169 ◆ Jack Frost Fest, Spooner. 9 ◆ Antique Snowmobile Show, Spooner. 12 ◆ Soup Lunch, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 16-17 DNR Free Ice Fishing Weekend.

FEBRUARY 20166 ◆ Spooner-Trego Lions Club Ice Fishing Contest, Spooner Lake, Spooner. 5-7 ◆ Winter Camping Rendezvous, Sawmill Campground, Birchwood. 9 ◆ Soup Lunch, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 20 ◆ Gull Lake Ice Fishing Contest, Springbrook. 20 ◆ American Birkebeiner, Hayward. 22 ◆ Full Moon Snowshoe Hike, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona.

MARCH 20166 ◆ Hoop-a-la, AAA Sport Shop, Spooner Lake. 8 ◆ Soup Lunch, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 18 ◆ Owl Hike, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 19 ◆ Webb Lake St. Patrick’s Day Parade.19 ◆ Annual New Ventures Gardening Seminar, Northwood School, Minong.26 ◆ Spooner-Trego Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt.26 ◆ Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Breakfast, Shell Lake.

APRIL 20161-2 ◆ IRPC Annual Gun Show, Spooner. 2 ◆ Natural Landscaping for Pollinators, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona.12 ◆ Soup Lunch, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 30 ◆ Helping Hands, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona.

MAY 20166-7 ◆ Wisconsin Indian Head Country’s Governors Fishing Opener, Minong.7 Wisconsin Fishing Opener.14 ◆ Prairie Fling, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona. 26 ◆ Creative Writing Class Open Mic Night, Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona.28 ◆ Railroad Memories Museum Annual Season Opening Hot Dog & Brat Feed,

Spooner. 28 ◆ Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Day & Wooden Boat and Canoe Show, Wisconsin

Canoe Heritage Museum, Spooner. 28 ◆ Stone Lake Lions Fish Fry, Lions Hall, Stone Lake.

JUNE 20164-5 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.

JULY 20162 ◆ Firemans’ Street Dance, Birchwood. 2 ◆ Shell Lake Fine Arts Festival, Downtown Park,

Shell Lake. 2 ◆ Shell Lake Art Festival Sailboat Regatta, Shell

Lake. 3 ◆ Shell Lake Street Dance & Fireworks, Shell

Lake.3 ◆ Stone Lake Boat Parade, Big Stone Lake.3 ◆ Stone Lake Independence Day Celebration,

Lions Park, Stone Lake. 4 ◆ Various Area Fireworks: McKenzie Landing,

Spooner, Spider Lake Resort, and Prop’s.4 ◆ Long Lake Boat Parade, Narrows Boat Landing. 4 ◆ Big McKenzie Boat Parade.4 ◆ Lakefront Master Jazz Concert with Randy Sa-

bien, Shell Lake Pavilion.7-9 ◆ 63rd Annual Heart of the North Rodeo, Wash-

burn 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 Fair-

grounds, Spooner.

AUGUST 20165-7 ◆ 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 Re-

search Station, Spooner.20 ◆ Sheep Day, Spooner Agricultural Research Sta-

tion, Spooner. 26-27 ◆ Mushroom Foraging Workshop, Hunt Hill

Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona.

Washburn County Calendar of Events ONGOINGEVENTSJAN. – DEC.Minong Center - Stand-Up ComedyStone Lake Music Night

JUNELakeside Pavilion Movies & ConcertsShell Lake Farmer’s MarketSpooner Farmer’s MarketStone Lake Farmer’s MarketMusic at the ShedMusic on the PatioMonday Flea Market

JULYLakeside Pavilion Movies & ConcertsShell Lake Farmer’s MarketSpooner Farmer’s MarketStone Lake Farmer’s MarketMusic at the ShedMusic on the PatioMonday Flea Market

AUGUSTLakeside Pavilion Movies & ConcertsShell Lake Farmer’s MarketSpooner Farmer’s MarketStone Lake Farmer’s MarketMusic at the ShedMusic on the PatioMonday Flea Market

SEPTEMBERShell Lake Farmer’s MarketSpooner Farmer’s MarketStone Lake Farmer’s Market

OCTOBERShell Lake Farmer’s MarketSpooner Farmer’s MarketStone Lake Farmer’s Market

EVENT DESCRIPTIONS:Lakeside Pavilion Movies & Concerts: Monday Evenings, timesvary; contact 800-367-3306

Minong Center - Stand-Up ComedyYear-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

Music on the Patio:Thursdays & SaturdaysRed Schoolhouse Wines,Call for schedule -Stone Lake 715-865-5038

Monday Flea Market:Mondays: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.,Hayward Sports CenterWashburn County 2016 Visitors Guide

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SEPTEMBER 20162-4 ◆ Town & Country Days, Shell Lake. 3 ◆ 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.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.

OCTOBER 20161 ◆ 38th Annual Stone Lake Cranberry Festival. 8 ◆ 5k Zombie Run, Spooner. 8 ◆ Jack O’ Lantern Festival, Spooner.15 ◆ Oktoberfest, Shell Lake Arts Center. 21-22 ◆ Haunted Schoolhouse, Shell Lake Arts Center.31 ◆ Children’s Halloween Party, Lions Hall, Stone Lake.

NOVEMBER 201612-13 ◆ 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 20161 ◆ Annual Tree Lighting at WCAHS, Spooner. 3 ◆ Santa’s Pizza Party Train Ride, Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad,

Spooner.3 ◆ Holiday Saturday, Shell Lake.3 ◆ Children’s Christmas Party, Lions Hall, Stone Lake.3 ◆ Bluegill Christmas Festival, Birchwood. 10 ◆ Santa’s Pizza Party Train Ride, Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad,

Spooner. 17 ◆ Santa’s Pizza Party Train Ride, Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad,

Spooner.

Washburn County Calendar of Events

For more information on these events,

call 800-367-3306 or visit

www.washburncounty.orgEvents are subject to change.

Stone Lake Cranberry FestivalOctober 1, 2016

www.stonelakecranberryfestival.com

Washburn County FairJuly 28-31, 2016

www.washburncountyfair.com

Town & Country DaysSeptember 2-4, 2016www.shelllake.org

Jack Pine Savage DaysAugust 5-7, 2016

www.jackpinesavagedays.com

Bluegill FestivalJuly 15-17, 2016

www.birchwoodlions.org

Spooner Rodeo-PRCAJuly 7-9, 2016

www.spoonerrodeo.com

Northwoods Blues FestivalJune 24-25, 2016

www.northwoodsbluesfestival.com


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◆ EARL/SPRINGBROOK

◆ LONG LAKE

◆ MINONG

◆ SARONA

◆ SHELL LAKE

◆ SPOONER

◆ STONE LAKE

◆ TREGO

◆ A SHORT DRIVE

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HEART OF THE NORTH63RD ANNUAL

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What To Do


Spooner Veterans MemorialHighway 63Spooner, WI 54801800-367-3306Located in Waterfront Parkon the south side of Spooner.Memorial to over 3,400Spooner area veterans.

Attractions

Historical & Museums

Northern WisconsinVeterans CemeteryN4063 Veterans WaySpooner, WI 54801715-635-5360http://dva.state.wi.us/Cem-Northern.asp

Northern Wisconsin VeteransMemorial Cemetery provides a

final resting place for veterans and creates a lasting memorial to theirachievements and sacrifices. Hours: Daily Sunrise to Sunset; Office:Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Clover Meadow Winery23396 Thompson RoadShell Lake, WI 54871715-468-4224www.cmwinery.com

The only certified organicwinery in the Midwest!Specializing in Wisconsin

wines, Clover Meadow focuses on wines made from NorthernWisconsin grown fruit, grapes, and botanicals. Tours and winetastings are available. Hours: Summer-Thursday-Saturday 12 p.m.-6 p.m.; Sundays & Holidays 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Winter-Friday-Saturday 12 p.m.-6 p.m.; Sundays & Holidays 12 p.m.-5 p.m.

Spooner Fish Hatchery810 West Maple StreetSpooner, WI 54888715-635-4149www.spoonerhatchery.comSee hatchery incubation inglass viewing tanks, learn howto tell the age of a fish and

what lures to use to catch one and more at the Governor TommyThompson State Fish Hatchery. Hours: Visitor Center openweekdays 8-4; Guided tours Tuesdays & Fridays (May-Labor Day)at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. or by appointment

WI Great Northern Train RideN6639 Dilly Lake Rd.Trego, WI 54888715-635-3200www.spoonertrainride.comA scenic train ride aboard ahistoric excursion train along

the Namekagon River. Specialty trains include Bed & Breakfast train,Family Pizza Train, Elegant Dinner Train, Santa’s Pizza Party Trainand more. Hours: Check website for train schedule

Birchwood Area Log MuseumMain StreetBirchwood, WI 54817800-367-3306The museum houses a hand-carved replica of an entirelogging camp operation at the

turn of the century, logging camp artifacts, taped interviews ofearly settlers and more. Visit www.washburncounty.orgfor current hours

Museum of Woodcarving539 Highway 63Shell Lake, WI 54871715-468-7100The Museum of Woodcarving ishome to 100 life-sized biblicalcarvings and 400 miniaturescarved by Joseph Barta. The

museum is also the home of the internationally renowned life-sizedreplica of “The Last Supper” which took more than four years tocomplete. Hours: May 1 through late October, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

including The Last Supper

Open May through October7 Days A Week · 9am to 6pm

715-468-7100539 Highway 63 · Shell Lake, WI 54871

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Rooms of historic andvintage railroad items

from America’s past in the1902 Omaha/CNW depot indowntown Spooner, WI.

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Memorial Day Weekend toLabor Day WeekendTuesday-Saturday Open at 10:00 am,Last tour at 4:00 pm

Sunday Open 10:00 am,Last tour at 3:00 pmand by appointment

715-635-3325or 715-635-6324

424 NFront Street,Downtown

SpoonerMAILING ADDRESS:P.O. Box 717Spooner, WI54801-7834

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Forts Folle Avoine8500 County Road UDanbury, WI 54830715-866-8890www.theforts.orgForts Folle Avoine is a livinghistorical site with fur tradeposts reconstructed at the

actual site known to be active from 1802 to 1805. Traditionallydressed 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, Giftshop open Wed-Fri 10a.m.-2 p.m.

Howard Morey HomesteadPark AvenueBirchwood, WI 54817800-367-3306Originally built in 1901, theboyhood home of HowardMorey 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

Stone Lake Historical Museum6064 Stone Lake RoadStone Lake, WI 54876715-865-8322www.stonelakeareahistoricalsociety.com

Housing many artifacts fromStone Lake’s history, the

museum includes a 1913 Soo Line Railroad Caboose where visitorscan 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-SunNoon-4 p.m.

Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum312 North Front St.Spooner, WI 54801715-635-5002 (exhibit hall)715-635-2479 (office)www.wisconsincanoeheritagemuseum.com

Continuously changing displaysof canoes from the golden age of North American canoeing. Thebuilding traditions of the eastern seaboard, the mid-west, and Canadaare all represented, providing the museum visitor a fascinatingopportunity to experience the evolution of canoe design. Hours: Endof May-End of August, Wed-Sat, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun & Holidays11 a.m.-3 p.m.; September Sat 10 a.m.-4p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-3p.m.or by appt.

Railroad Memories Museum424 N Front StreetSpooner, WI 54801715-635-3325715-635-6324

13 rooms of railroadmemorabilia including videos,

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

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Nature, Gardens & Wildlife

Arts

Washburn County Historical Museums102 West 2nd AvenueShell Lake, WI 54871715-468-8382Depicting the last 150 years ofWashburn County history, theWashburn Co. Historical

museum complex includes St. John’s Lutheran Church (1888), theformer parsonage (1896), the Beaver Brook School Museum and theSky Watch Hut used during World War II. Hours: Memorial Daythrough Labor Day, Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-4 p.m. or by appointment

Hunt Hill Audubon SanctuaryN2384 Hunt Hill Rd.Sarona, WI 54870715-635-6543www.hunthill.orgNature sanctuary coveringover 500 acres of forests,

meadows, and glacial lakes that are home to wildlife and rareWisconsin plant life. A variety of hands-on programs teach visitorsabout geology, plant life, and wildlife. Over 10 miles of hiking trails,including the incredible “Bog Trail.” Hours: Trails open dailysunrise to sunset; visit the website for programs

Wilderness Walk Zoo & Western Town9503 N State Rd. 27Hayward, WI 54843715-634-2893wildernesswalkhaywardwi.com

300+ Wild, Exotic, FarmAnimals and Birds. Includes ananimal nursery, western town,

walking trails, feed the deer, pet the baby animals, gold panning,mystery house, and much more. Hours: Mid-May through LaborDay, Daily from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The Potter’s Shed260 Industrial Blvd.Shell Lake, WI 54871715-468-4122www.thepottersshed.comBuild your own mosaics, paintyour own pottery, Music at theShed concert series, ArtGallery, Coffee Shop & Café.

Hours: Varies by season, visit website for current hours

Shell Lake Arts Center802 First StreetShell Lake, WI 54871715-468-2414www.shelllakeartscenter.org

Home of the oldestcontinuous running jazzcamp in the nation. Offers avariety 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

Theatre in the Woods605 First StreetShell Lake, WI 54871715-468-4387www.titw.orgTheatre in the Woods offersplays, musicals, and concertsthroughout the year at the ErikaQuam Memorial Theatre.

Hours: Varies by season, visit website for upcoming events

Namekagon River Visitor CenterW5483 Highway 63Trego, WI 54888715-635-8346www.nps.gov/sacnOperated by the National ParkService, the center featuresexhibits including a life-sized

replica sturgeon, interactive and hands on exhibits, and a dioramafeaturing animals found along the Namekagon River. Hours:Memorial Day-Labor Day, Daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.


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Beaverbrook Wildlife Area & Artesian WellSpooner, WI 54801800-367-3306A 1,964 acre wildlife area locatedsoutheast of Spooner, BeaverBrook is an excellent area forwildlife enthusiasts to explore.Remnants of old homesteads anda logging camp built in 1870 arestill visible at the mouth of BeaverBrook. An artesian well is locatednorth of County B (between 53and 253) and provides excellentdrinking water.

Spooner Ag Research Station Teaching & Display GardenN5264 Orchard LaneSpooner, WI 54801715-635-3506One acre, All American Selections Winner, display garden includeslandscaped perennial and annual display gardens, an enabling garden,themed vegetable gardens and displays of small fruits, grapes andfruit trees. Hours: Open for self-guided tours during daylight hoursMonday thru Saturday, mid May through September.


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

Black Bear Golf Course7677 Nancy Lake Rd. • Minong, WI 54859715-466-2314 www.blackbeargolf.comHoles: 18 Par: 72

Butternut Hills Golf CourseN2981 Golf Rd. • Sarona, WI 54870715-635-8563www.butternuthillsgolf.comHoles: 18 Par: 70

Fox Run Golf Course27536 State Rd. 35 • Webster, WI 54893715-866-7953 www.foxrungolf.netHoles: Two 9 hole courses Par: 27

Gordon Pines Golf Course6809 E. Firehill Rd. • Gordon, WI 54838715-376-4653www.gordonpinesgolfcourse.comHoles: 9 Par: 36

Spooner Golf ClubW6120 Cty Hwy H • Spooner, WI 54801715-635-3580 toll free: 888-635-3580www.spoonergolf.comHoles: 18 Par: 71

Golf Courses

Berry Picking:Bashaw Valley Farm & Greenhouse 715-468-2591

The Berry Bucket 715-635-4530Melton’s Blues715-520-2303

Farmers’ Markets:Shell Lake - 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

Kids’ Fishing Areas:Minong Kids’ Pond -

Minong Ranger Station on Highway 77

Totogatic Fishing Pier -Totogatic Campground on the Minong Flowage

Yellow River Fishing Pier -On Hwy. 63 by Spooner Veterans’Memorial

Self Guided Tours:Kids’ Scavenger Hunt - Exploring Washburn County is extrafun 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 thehistoric downtown area with this self-guided tour.

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

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

ATV Scenic Tour - Rent an ATV and grab the scenic tour brochureand map to explore over 35 points of interest along Washburn County’s100+ miles of scenic ATV trails.

Fall Color Driving Tour - Country roads always make for a beautifuldrive, but in the fall, they are even more stunning! Pick up the Fall ColorBrochure and head out on the back, country roads to view the amazing fallcolors.

Washburn County Historical Tour - Take a drive through thehistoric downtowns of Washburn County and many historical stops alongthe way. If you love history, you will want to fill up your gas tank and setout on this great self-guided tour.

**All self-guided tour brochures are available at www.washburncounty.org or at the Washburn County Visitor Center

300+ Wild, Exotic, Farm Animals and BirdsAnimal Nursery • Western Town • Gift Shops

Food • Picnic Area • Eat at the CaféPlayground • Walking Trails • Feed the Deer

Pet the Baby Animals • Pan for GoldTour the Mystery House • Conquer the Maze

Bring Your Camera • Stroll thru the Woods

3 miles South of Hayward at 9503 N State Road 27715-634-2893 • www.wildernesswalkhaywardwi.com

Open Daily Mid-May thru Labor DayTickets Sold 10-4:30 • Closes at 5:30

Beaches:Birchwood - Doolittle Park

Minong - Totogatic ParkShell Lake - Shell Lake Beach

Bulik’s Amusement ParkN5639 Highway 63 • Spooner, WI 54801715-635-7111

Go-Kart track/Mini Golf/Batting Cages/Arcade Room

The Burch BarnN5921 Cty. Rd. K • Spooner, WI 54801715-635-7787

Pumpkin patch, corn maze, petting zoo,giant corn pit, gunny sack slide & more

Hoofbeat Ridge RanchW1650 Cty. Hwy. A • Springbrook, WI 54875715-939-0205

Guided Horseback Rides

Log Cabin Inflatable Play ParkN7470 Log Cabin Dr. • Trego, WI 54888715-635-2959

Inflatable waterslide, bounce house with slide, zorb ball track and splash pad

Namekagon National Disc Golf CourseN10884 Hoinville Rd • Trego, WI 54888715-466-6300www.heartwoodcc.com9 & 24 hole disc golf courses; disc rental available

Spooner Disc Golf Course801 County Hwy. A • Spooner, WI 548019 hole disc golf course

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What To DoIce Skating:Birchwood - Village HallMinong - Minong Ballfield

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Bass Lake Park

Trego Lake County Park

Doolittle County Park

Shell Lake Muni

Spooner CommunityMemorial Hospital

Minong FlowageSand Lake

Derosier Lake

Upper Kimball Lake

Gilmore Lake

Middle Kimball Lake

Totagatic Flowage

Lower Kimball LakeNo Mans Lake

Pokegama Lake

Lake Nancy Adventure LakeHoreshoe Lake

Big Bass Lake

Little Bass LakeNorth Twin LakesAdventure Lake

Fish Lake

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Chicog LakeRainy Lake

Cloverleaf Lake

Mclain Lake

Lost LakePear Lake

Chippanazie Flow

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Mathews Lake

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Hointville Lake

Gull Lake

Hay LakeMack Lake

Lower Mc Kenzie LakeBrinkman Lake

Bean Lake

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Island Lake

Beaver Lake

Deer Lake

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Casey Lake

Trego River

Cranberry Lake

Dunn Lake

Mud Lake

Whalen LakeRappy Lake

Loon LakeLittle Casey Lake

Spring Lake

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Tomahawk Lake

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Mc Kinley LakeJerry LakeTower Lake

Lincoln LakeGrass Lake

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Lucky Lake

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Dilly LakeCable LakeGoose Lake

Dock LakeLittle Spooner Lake

Stone Lake

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Spooner Lake

Evergreen Lake

Lucky Lake

Potato Lake

Lucky Lake

Yellow River

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Randall Lake

Yellow River

Slim LakeHarrison LakeBaker Lake

Oak Lake

Harmon LakeLeesome Lake

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Long Lake

Moody Lake

Starkey Lake

Ripley Lake

Mud Lake

Macrae Lake

Shell Lake

Long Lake Casper Lake

Big Devil Lake

Miller Lake

Heart Lake

Ripley Lake

Spider LakeBass Lake

Miller Lake

Nice Lake

Mc Cune LakeShallow Lake

Berry LakeMc Cune Lake

Pine Lake

Birch LakeFenton Lake

Kekegama Lake

Balsam Lake

Kingelm LakeGrassy Lake

Monday Lake

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TREGO NATURE TRAIL3.5 miles

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

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TUSCOBIA TRAIL65 miles

Dogs ok w/leash/Multi-use trailTrailhead: Hwy 48 in Birchwood

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WILD RIVER TRAIL96 miles (40)Dogs ok w/leash/Multi-use/ParkingTrailhead: Sarona (Feed Mill Rd.), Spooner(Roundhouse Rd.), Trego (Park St.), Minong (Hwy 77)

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WILDCAT MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAIL14 milesSingle/Dual/ParkingTrailhead: 3 mi. E of Hwy 53 on Hwy 70, on the right

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BEAVER BROOK TRAIL6.4 miles

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Trailhead: 1 mi. SW of Hwy. 53 on Cranberry Dr.

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COLLEGE STREET PARK TRAIL1.2 miles

Dogs ok w/leash/Parking/Picnic Area

Trailhead: ½ mi. N of Elm St. on College St.

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DUGAN RUN HORSE TRAILS32 miles

Parking/Camping/Picnic Area/Water

Trailhead-North: 2 mi. N of Hwy 70 on Dugan

Lake Rd. Trailhead-South: 2 mi. S of Hwy 70

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HEARTWOOD TRAILS20 kilometers

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

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HUNT HILL TRAILS10 miles

Dogs ok w/leash/Parking/Snowshoe trail not

groomedTrailhead: 2.5 mi. E of Cty P on Audubon Rd;

Left on Hunt Hill Rd.

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ICE AGE TRAIL-GRASSY LAKE7.2 miles

Trailhead: 2.4 mi. SE of Hwy 63 on

Lehman Lake Rd.

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NORDIC WOODS TRAIL15 kilometers

Groomed Classic/ParkingTrailhead-North: 11 ½ mi. E of Hwy 53 on Hwy 70

Trailhead-South: 11 mi. E of Hwy 53 on Cty. B

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RED BARN TRAIL5 kilometers

Donations accepted/CampingTrailhead: Cty. B at the Red Barn Campground

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ParkingTrailhead: 1st St. (Lewis) behind the

Shell Lake Arts Center

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

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STONE LAKE COMMUNITY WETLAND PARK TRAIL

17.4 acresDogs ok w/leash/Picnic Area/Restrooms

Trailhead: W of Hwy 70 in Stone Lake

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TOTOGATIC TRAIL8 kilometers

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

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**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.

100+ MilesATV/UTV Trails

225+ MilesSnowmobile

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HIKINGHORSESNOWSHOEBICYCLEXC SKIFAT BIKE

TREGO LAKE TRAIL3.5 miles

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NAMEKAGON RIVER:A northern tributary to the St. Croix River, theNamekagon is a 95-mile long river protectedunder the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.Most of the Namekagon is undeveloped, offeringa genuine wilderness experience to kayak/canoe/tube enthusiasts. The riverbanks areabundant with deer, muskrat, beaver, turtles andblue herons, while overhead, eagle and osprey can often be seen. It isclassified as a Class I-II rapids. Campsites are numerous along theNamekagon, many of which can only be accessed from the water. Stopinto the Namekagon Visitor Center, operated by the National ParkService, to learn more about this true treasure.

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 BurnettCounty where it meets up with the Namekagon River, a tributary of theSt. Croix River. Most of the river is wild and remote, making this river abeautiful path for canoe and kayak enthusiasts. However, some areasare dangerous and not recommended for paddling, please check witharea experts prior to paddling the river.

YELLOW RIVER:The Yellow River was called the “River Juane” by early French explorersbecause of the bright yellow sand on the bottom of Yellow Lake, throughwhich it flows. There is excellent canoeing/kayaking on the Yellow Riveras 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-moderatecurrent and a few gentle rapids. Access to the Yellow River is availableat numerous road crossings and public landings. Wildlife, includingthe White-Tailed deer and numerous varieties of waterfowl, areabundant along its shores.

AreaRivers

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

Over 150 miles of Washburn County’s trail system maintained byRolling Hills Snowmobile & ATV Club.

FOR TRAIL CONDITIONS:www.washburncounty.org/tourism

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

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

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

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W4606 US Hwy 63 Trego (Earl), WI 54888On the Namekagon River halfway

between Hayward & Spooner

TUBERENTAL$8 & $10715-635-4888

ATV-Snowmobile--Wild River TrailCampin Cabins--Camper Rental

CANOE &KAYAK

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AMUSEMENT CENTER

Go Karts18 Holes of Mini Golf

Batting Cages (1/4 mile blacktopped track)

Spooner, WI(715) 635-7111

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

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AAA Sport Shop 715-635-3011 X X X 20

Broken Spoke 715-635-4888 X X X X 17

Camp Namekagon 715-766-2277 X X X X X 21

Dave’s Outboard 715-354-3430 X

Jack’s Canoe Rental 715-635-3300 X X X X X 19

Lakeside Beach Shop 715-214-8468 X X X X

Log Cabin Resort 715-635-2959 X X X X 18

Long Lake Bait & Tackle 715-635-3260 X X X X X X X 31

Main Store, The 715-259-3311 X X X X 20

Mitch’s 715-645-2073 X X X X X X X

Mudpuppy ATV Rental 715-513-9955 X 16

Pappy’s 715-466-2568 X X X X

Saw This 715-635-7337 X X X

Stone Lake Bait 715-865-4665 X 38NOTE: Many resorts have boat rentals as well, please contact individual resorts for their rental information.


Washburn County’s ATVtrail system is well-known

for being some of the best family-friendly ATV’ing in Wisconsin. Ourone-of-a-kind “ATV Scenic Tour”explores 35+ points of interest on over100 miles of scenic ATV trails.Multiple loops throughout the county,connecting the Wild River andTuscobia State Trails, provide a ridingexperience like no other. Ample ATVparking areas and access to lodging,dining and gas make planning yourATV vacation effortless. ATV trailsopen the Saturday of Memorial Dayweekend and stay open throughoutthe winter, with the exception of asmall portion in the south-east part ofthe county. Fall is an especiallyenjoyable time to explore the areatrails and take in the breathtakingcolors at the same time. ATV rentalsare available. See ads on pages 16 &20. For current trail conditions, call1-800-367-3306 or visitwww.washburncounty.org.

Whether you are lookingfor a challenging

mountain bike trail or a quiet,country road to spend the afternoonon, Washburn County has a bikingexperience for you. Mountain bikeenthusiasts will be particularlydrawn to the Wildcat Mountain BikeTrail. Washburn County alsoprovides endless opportunities forroad biking. Stop by the VisitorsCenter for a road map and routeideas. Maps of the trails are alsoavailable on our website.

ATV: Bike:

Washburn County offers amazingopportunities for kayakers,canoeists and tubers. TheNamekagon River, part of the St.Croix National Scenic Riverway andmanaged by the National ParkService, is excellent for tubing,kayaking and canoeing. Rentals andshuttle services are available inEarl, Minong, Springbrook andTrego. The Totogatic and YellowRivers, as well as the many arealakes, also provide excellentcanoeing and kayakingopportunities. The Birchwood areaeven offers several primitive canoeportage routes amongst glaciallakes. Visit our website for moreinformation about portage routes.See ads on pages 17-21.

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Washburn County bursts intobrilliant color in September andOctober, luring visitors andresidents alike onto the highwaysand trails. Along with the spell-binding scenery, you’ll also want tocheck out the colorful local festivalsthat celebrate the harvest. Whileyou’re here, be sure to sample ourunsurpassed fall produce – theworld’s finest cranberries, apples,pumpkins, wild rice and honey. Ifyou’re looking to do a self-guidedauto tour to view the colors, stop bythe Washburn County VisitorCenter for information on RusticRoads, Fall Color brochures androad maps.

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Washburn County boasts some of the most scenicsnowmobiling in the state. Over 225 miles of

groomed trails wind through public forests covering hundreds of thousands ofacres. Washburn County is unmatched for wilderness sledding that is close tolodging and amenities. Our local trails link to the largest network of snowmobiletrails in the Midwest. Hard-working local snowmobile clubs have developed atop-notch trail system that crosses public and private lands, lakes, streams andbridges. The varied terrain includes hardwood and evergreen forests, wetlandsand farm fields. Information about snowmobile trails conditions can be obtainedon our website or by calling 1-800-367-3306. See ads on pages 16 & 20.

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With nearly 1,000 lakes(over 30,000 acres of water)

in Washburn County, you are sure tofind the perfect lake to make thosefishing stories a reality! WashburnCounty is home to Birchwood, knownas the Bluegill Capital of Wisconsinand Long Lake, known as the Walleyecapital of Wisconsin. Not only areour lakes great for fishing, but ourrivers are excellent too! For a list oflakes, public accesses and types of fishyou can catch, check out page 30. Ifyou didn’t bring your boat, don’tworry! For a list of boat rentals, seepage 17. See ads on pages 3, 20, 31,34, 38 & 45.

Fish:

Superb golfing is easy tofind when you vacation in

Washburn County. Breathtakingcourses nestled between the manylakes and forests in this area makefor a memorable golfing experience.Bring your favorite golf buddy or the whole family and enjoy an afternoon on one of the greatWashburn County golf courses. Seeads pages 17, 19, 21 & 51.

Golf:

Over 100 miles of scenichiking trails wind

through the pristine forests andalong the beautiful lakes and riversof Washburn County. Trails varyfrom short, beginner trails tolonger more difficult trails for themore experienced hiker. Excellenthiking trails include the Hunt HillAudubon Sanctuary, Stone LakeWetland Park, and the Trego Lake &Trego Nature Trails. Maps areavailable on our website or at theinformation center.

Hike:

CALL TOLL FREE OR LOCAL

(888)635-3580(715)635-3580

LOCATED 1 MILE EAST OF HWY 53 ON COUNTY HWY HCheck out our NEW Interactive Website with Online Tee Times andSpecial Offers at www.spoonergolf.com

• Home of 1/2 Price Sundays - Play any Friday or Saturday and receivea coupon for 1/2 OFF your greens fee the immedately followingSunday (Monday on Holiday weeks)!

• Low Senior and Twilight Rates throughout the season• PGA Professional Instruction• Dynamic Golf Shop with the biggest names in golf • Driving Range and Practice Area

Follow us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/spoonergolf

New SGC Sports Bar and Grill • BEST Friday Fish Fry in NW WisconsinHappy Hour Specials

• Open to the Public• Interactive

Environmental Programs

• Day Camps for Youth• Adult Language Camps• Hike through Bogs,

Forest, Prairie and along Glacial Lakes

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A high-techtreasure hunt,

geocaches are hidden outdoors andtheir coordinates posted online.Anyone can obtain the coordinates,find the hidden containers andshare their experiences online.Though there are many differentvariations of caches, the traditionalcache is hidden in plain sight,although some are very cleverlycamouflaged. In Washburn County,there are approximately 200 hiddencaches to explore. Check out ourwebsite for more information.

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Washburn County Forestoffers a wide variety of

year-round hunting opportunities.Deer, grouse, turkey and bear are verypopular species for area hunters.Forest access maps, regulations andother hunting-related information isavailable on our website. Be sure tocheck with the DNR and the ForestryDepartment prior to hunting. Platbooks are available for purchase at theWashburn County Visitors Center.

Hunt:

Fishing • Hunting • Archery • Live BaitGuns (buy-sell-trade) • Daka Docks

Pontoon/Boat RentalFull Line Sport Shop and More!

Open 6:00 a.m. 7 Days a week • Rick & Barb Anderson OwnersN5765 Bear Path lane, Spooner, WI • 715.635.3011

[email protected] • tripleasportshop.com

Stihl Chainsaws • Johnson-Evinrude • Crestliner BoatsWeeres Pontoon Boats • Porta Docks & Lifts • SuzukiSki-Doo Snowmobiles • Can-Am • Sea Doo PWCGas & Oil • Mercury • South Bay Pontoons • TackleLicenses • Groceries • Liquor • Mini StorageSALES • SERVICE • RENTALS

DOWNTOWNWebb Lake, WI

5483030328 Cty Rd H

Larry MainBrooke Johnson(715) 259-3311(715) 259-7888

www.main-store.com

Stand Up Paddle boarding isquickly becoming a favorite water

past-time. It’s great for sightseeing,recreation and fitness and can be enjoyedon the area lakes. Whether you are tryingit for the first time or are an avid SUP’er,Washburn County will have the perfectwater spot for you! Check outRecreational Rentals on page 17 for localrental spots.

If you have your own horse, head toDugan Run Horse Trails, located 15miles east of Spooner. Dugan Runoffers 30 miles of equestrian loopsthrough County forest land.Amenities include primitivecamping, ample parking, bathrooms,fire rings, grills and more. For ridingstable information, see ad page 13.

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Golf Road on Long Lake • 715-635-8563www.butternuthillsgolf.com

Features fabulous rolling fairways and challenginggreens. 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 FryFind us on Facebook! Butternut Hills Golf

Holes:18 Par:70

As the snow fallsand the lakes

freeze over, fishermen take to thefrozen waters, augers in hand, insearch of the “big one”. Ice fishing isa very popular activity to break upthe long winter months, and localfishing contests provide lots offamily fun. If you don’t have yourown equipment, visit our website fora list of local sporting goods storesor see the Recreational Rentals onpage 17.

Ice Fish:With over 1,000lakes within a few

minutes’ drive, Washburn Countyoffers the best in water activities year‘round. Popular lake activitiesinclude waterskiing, sledding,kayaking, fishing, sailing,paddleboarding, swimming andmore. Check out the RecreationalRentals on page 17 to take fulladvantage of all the area lakes haveto offer.

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Spend the Day onthe Lake:

If you’re looking for a fun way to exploreWashburn County in the winter, be sureto check out the 84km of groomed crosscountry ski trails, varying in length anddifficulty. There are also many trailsdesignated for the snowshoe enthusiast.For snowshoe rental information, seepage 17. Maps and trail conditions areavailable on our website.

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

EMERGENCY: Dial 911

Hidden Gems of Washburn County

National Park Service: 715-635-8346DNR: 715-635-2101

To sign up for CodeRED© Emergency

Alerts, please visit www.co.washburn.wi.us

and click on “CodeRED”

Rustic Road #71 - along the beautiful shoresof Stone Lake

Emergency NumbersPhoto Opps: Giant Bluegill & Two-tailed Walleye

Tin ceilings of downtownSpooner - Tin Ceiling

Tour brochure is availableat the visitor center

Shell Lake Mosaic Murals

(artistic creations of Mary Dosch and

students from Shell Lake Schools)

Namekagon Historical Marker & Stone Bridge

Yellow River Historical Marker

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Spooner Historic Mural

(depicting Aggie’s Corner

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rich past)

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Artesian well at theBeaver BrookWildlife Area

Canoe the SawmillPrimitive Area aka the

“mini boundary waters”of Washburn County


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www.ShellLake.org

Your Hosts:Dotty & Lee Swan

• 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

W6820 COUNTY HWY B • SHELL LAKE, WI 54871

715-468-2575www.redbarncampground.com

[email protected]

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

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

◆ Dugan Run Horse Trail Campground-South General Info: (800) 367-3306Located between Spooner and Stone Lake on Harmon Lake Road; Ample parking; 32 miles of horse trails

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

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

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

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

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

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

Public Campgrounds in Washburn County

Settle into a cozy bed & breakfast. Set up camp at a family campground. Rest yourhead at an area hotel. Or, enjoy the quiet of a peaceful lakefront resort. Whether youare 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 ourarea establishments, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Northwoods of Wisconsin.

Lodging

RV Dump Sites (Fee to use)

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

◆BIRCHWOOD

◆EARL/SPRINGBROOK

◆LONG LAKE

◆MINONG

◆SARONA

◆SHELL LAKE

◆SPOONER

◆STONE LAKE

◆TREGO

◆A SHORT DRIVE

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On Lower McKenzie Lake in the Lower Namekagon River ValleyPRIVATE CABIN RENTALS

A good place to fish, birdwatch or simply relax(715) 259-3581

W9330 Lakewood Road • Spooner, WI 54801

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

MOONLIGHT BAY RESORTON BIG MCKENZIE Lake715-635-2666

Cabins overlooking a beautiful clear lake!EMAIL: [email protected] www.moonlightbayspooner.com

EnjoyBeautifulSunsets!

INN TOWN MOTELA Motel For All Seasons

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

www.inntownmotel.com

Reservations:1-800-652-1422

Best Ratesin Town!

Guaranteed a clean, comfortable room every time.

Indoor Pool / Hot TubMeeting Rooms • Free High-Speed Internet

Plug-Ins • Microwaves • In-Room Coffee

Adjacent to: Gas, Food, ShoppingEasy access to Wild River Trail

717 South Hwy 63 • Spooner, WI 54801www.countryhousemotel.com

www.spoonerwi.com 715.635.8721northwestlodging.net

Plasma TV’s • Wireless InternetFull Kitchenettes

ATV/Snowmobile Trail Access

On Spooner’s SouthsideOn ATV/Snowmobile Trail

N4809 Hwy 63Spooner, WI

715.635.2177

N4848 Hwy 253Spooner, WI

715-635-3535

SpoonerGreenAcresMotel.com

VEE’S MUSKY BLVDRESORT & CAMPGROUND

4547N Sissabagama Rd., Stone Lake, WI 54876715.865.4545 · Gene & Sandy Veenendall · www.VeesMuskyResort.net

COTTAGES · SEASONAL RV SITES · ATV TRAIL

TUBE RENTAL $8 & $10On the Namekagon River

halfway between Hayward & Spooner

CANOE & KAYAK RENTALATV-Snowmobile--Wild River Trail

Campin Cabins--Camper Rental715-635-4888 W4606 US Hwy 63 Trego (Earl), WI 54888

Stout’s Island Lodge is a haven for recharging, unwind-ing, and reconnecting. It is a magical place where mod-ern comfort meets timeless elegance. Stay overnight ina historic lodge room or a more modern cabin room.

2799 27th St., Birchwood, WI • [email protected] • May through October

Stout’s Island Lodge

715-635-6565Brian & Juli Croteau

W3833 Cty. Hwy. B • Sarona, WI 54870

Bashaw Lake ResortDavid & Ellen Coon - Owners3215 Lakeview Church Rd.Shell Lake, WI 54871262-391-6817 ph. 262-522-7640 [email protected]

715-354-3494

319 South Main St. • Birchwood, WI 54817

www.cobblestonebb.com

Comfort &Elegance

Picture your wedding in Washburn CountyImagine your wedding vows set against a backdrop of a sparklinglake or the beautiful Northwoods. Washburn County is a popularwedding destination because of its stunning scenery, variety ofresources and low costs. Whether you are picturing a country-stylebarn wedding or a picturesque lakeside wedding, we have the perfectvenue for you. Check out our website for ideas to start planningyour dream wedding: www.washburncounty.org/groups/weddings.And if we didn’t mention it yet, congratulations!

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Vacation with us at our lake-level resort. Eight furnished housekeeping cabins surround our beach andprivate 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 SwansonPine Harbor Resort, W6038 Spooner Lake Road, Spooner, WI 54801

(715) 635-3561 • [email protected] you be in our area, stop by and see what we have to offer!

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 WITHQUIET HOURS.

5 MINUTES FROMDOWNTOWN SPOONER

From jct. 70 & 63, west 2.5 miles on

Hwy. 70, then 0.3 mile on Carlton Road

W8050 S Carlton RoadSpooner, WI 54801

715-635-2462

www.highlandparkcampground.comwww.highlandparkcampground.com


• Free Fiber Optic WIFInow 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 beautifulvacation homes

• 56 annual campsites

• New queen size beds in all cabins

• Air conditioning and DIRECTV in all vacation homes

• New full-service barand restaurant

ROSENTHAL’SRESORT LLC

30925 Namekagon Rd.Danbury, WI 54830715.259.3363

rosenthalsresort.com

For a free colorbrochure, please

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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: [email protected]

The Washburn County Tourism Association islooking for photographs taken in WashburnCounty for the upcoming Visitor Guide. Imagesneeded: outdoor activities, events and any photowith people having fun IN WASHBURN COUNTY. Allphotographers must sign photo release forms(available at the Washburn County InformationCenter). Submit only high resolution photos on adisc or via email. You may submit up to TENPHOTOS. 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

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First Prize: $100.00

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Photo ContestPhoto Contest

No Matter the Season,You’ll Enjoy

A Relaxing Getaway!

3 Fully Furnished CabinsLimited Camping

Private Docks & Boat LaunchModern Fish Cleaning House w/FreezerOn Snowmobile Trail, close to ATV Trail

Voted One of the TOP Ice Fishing Lakes in Wisconsin

Slow Smoked Ribs - Brisket & ChickenSandwiches & More!

Call for Nightly Specials & Hours.

715-635-80892069 Co Rd G, Spooner, WI 54801www.northwindsresort.com

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Jim Stroede’s Fishing Guide ServiceMUSKY • WALLEYE

BASS • PIKE • PANFISH

Fishing trips for full or half daysSpring – Summer – Fall

Spooner & Hayward Area

715-520-7043www.jimstroedefishing.com

Placid Bay Resort5 Cabins/Air Conditioning/Cable TV/Fully Equipped Kitchens

Available May 1st - September 30thN1594 County Highway M-D . Sarona, WI 54870

Located on beautifulLong Lake

715-234-1122 / 715-354-3421 www.placidbayresort.com

Fishing is a popular pastime throughout the year. Fishing opener kicks offthe first Saturday in May and excellent fishing continues through thesummer and fall. If you love ice fishing, then some of the best fishing can befound in the winter months. Guide services, bait shops, public access, fishingpiers, boat rentals, and incredible lodging and dining make WashburnCounty the perfect fishing destination. Check out our website for moreinformation on planning your next fishing trip and up to date fishing reports.

Water Sports are a great way toenjoy the clear waters of WashburnCounty. Whether you are trying yourhand at stand up paddle-boarding,hitting the water on a jet ski, or beingpulled on a tube or skis, you will findplenty of water fun on the many arealakes.

Help preserveour waters byinspecting yourboat, trailer andequipment. Find more ways to helppreserve our waters by visiting:http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/invasives/

4 miles East of Hwy B & M on Hwy B 4 miles East of Hwy B & M on Hwy B

Live Bait • Tackle • Licenses • Boat & SUP RentalsLive Bait • Tackle • Licenses • Boat & SUP RentalsBeer • Liquor • Wine • Ice • General Store SuppliesBeer • Liquor • Wine • Ice • General Store Supplies

Wisconsin Made Products • Premium GasolineWisconsin Made Products • Premium GasolineInterstate Batteries • Propane Exchange Interstate Batteries • Propane Exchange

• • Near NarNear Narrowow’s Boat Landings Boat Landing Located on the Snowmobile and ocated on the Snowmobile and ATV TV Trail ail • Open 7 am Open 7 am

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

W2477 County Hwy B W2477 County Hwy B • Sa Sarona, WI 54870ona, WI [email protected] • [email protected] • longlakebaitshop.com

BEERBOOZE

FUNN075 Cty Hwy M - Sarona, WI - 715-354-7349

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

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BIRCHWOOD AREACHAMBER OF COMMERCE

www.birchwoodwi.com • 1-800-236-2252

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.

LAKE RECREATION:Lake recreation is a big draw toBirchwood. The village of Birchwood is onthe shores of Big and Little Birch Lakes. Three largerlakes, Chetac, Red Cedar and Long Lake, surround the town. Thereare 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.

GOLF: Enjoy a great round of 18 holes atone of the many courses in the area.

RESTAURANTS: Birchwood hasmany fine restaurants with a widevariety of cuisine.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Whether you yearn to pitcha tent under the north’s starry skies or prefer to haveall the comforts of home, the Birchwood Area has justthe right campground or lodging facility for your nextvacation. 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 andaffordable shopping opportunities in Birchwood and thesurrounding area. Clothing, hardware, lumber, gifts,

souvenirs, groceries and real estate sales are allavailable close at hand.

TRAILS: Silent Sports enthusiasts willfind a peaceful scenic trail in theBirchwood Area to pursue their

outdoor experience. Great options forhiking start in Birchwood with the IceAge trail. Any season you can enjoy

the trails south of Birchwood at MurphyFlowage or the Green Lake/Lil Sis trails

between Birchwood and Edgewater. The Birchwood School Forest has a trailsystem that is tracked in the winter for x-country skiing. Low use country roadsare an option for miles of biking.

THE TUSCOBIA TRAIL: The famed Tuscobia Trailruns through Birchwood. The network of

trails in Washburn, Barron, Sawyer andRusk counties provides hundreds of

miles or riding pleasure forsnowmobile and ATV enthusiasts.

2016 CALENDAR OF EVENTSEdgewater’s St. Patrick’s Festival ..........................................March 12Garden Tour ..........................................................................June 26Fireman’s Street Dance .............................................................July 2Bluegill Festival .................................................................July 15-17Woodcrafters in Birchwood..................................................August 13Area Garage Sales ........................................................September 10Bluegill Christmas Fest .....................................................December 3

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FRED THOMAS RESORT2086 N Co. Rd. F

Birchwood, WI 54817PHONE 715-354-3761

[email protected]

PerpetuallyNew

BIG CHETAC LAKE • BIRCHWOOD, WISCONSIN

In a class by itself.21 distinctive Lake Homes and Condo units immaculately maintained andequipped with every amenity including free wireless high-speed internetservice, cable TV, DVD, microwave ovens, complete kitchens, Weber grills, andall units air conditioned. Outstanding facilities include: glistening lake views;screened porches; lush, well-groomed grounds; fine swimming area; large, well-equipped 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 gasolineservice, and covered docking in our large boathouse for your boat or ours at noextra charge. Unexcelled panfishing – excellent game fishing.

Spring and Fall: Discount Rates.Last night free special.

www.fredthomasresort.com

An enjoyable, relaxing vacationawaits 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

715.354.3842

Breathtaking lake viewswith privacy a priorityParking at your back door,

manicured groundsCabins well equipped including:

dishwashers • flat screen TV with DVDWiFi • screen porches or decks • A/Cgas grill • picnic table • fishing boat

Amenities: boat launch • playgroundgame room • canoe • paddleboat

kayaks • lawn games • laundromatfire pit • pontoon & motor rental

gas • wireless internet

Rate Discounts Spring & Fall • For more information 1-800-745-3771www.bayvue-resort.com • e-mail: [email protected]

2388 N Cty. Hwy F • Birchwood, WI 54817


cottage discounts spring & fall

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 Janetski2708 N Cty Rd F • Birchwood, WI 54817

715.354.3865 • 888.4.chetacwww.bigchetacresort.com

[email protected]

Fishing, Relaxing, Beautiful SunsetsYou’ll feel right at home in any of our 7 clean outfitted modern cabins.2985 N East Shore Dr. • Birchwood, WI

715-354-7854

Red Cedar Springs Resort on Big Chetac LakeRed Cedar Springs Resort on Big Chetac Lake

www.redcedarspringsresort.com

Sam’s Place ResortSam’s Place Resort

715.635.9677 or 715.234.2819715.635.9677 or 715.234.2819

In Quiet, Relaxed Setting on Long Lake4 modern 2-bedroom cabins w/boat • cooking facilities cable tv • reasonable rates • air-conditioning • clean

Albert & Regina Tomesh • W3041 Morningside Rd., Sarona,WI 54870

W6367 Bittersweet Dr.,Spooner, WI

Mark Schultz715-635-2360www.hillsiderealty.net

Kate Curran715-416-3817

Call today, and findthe home you want,

for tomorrow!

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HOME OF“NORTHWOODS BEST

BLOODY MARY” TM

Best Burgers on the TrailCampsites Available

Snowmobile Trail 25ATV Trail 50

5 miles N of Birchwood on T

(715) 354-3723www.spiderlakesaloon.com

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

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A central attraction at Lincolnwoodis the main lodge. It offers six TVs

to catch your favorite programs, FREE Internet WiFiand various magazines for your indoor enter -tainment. Our menu is constantly updated withtasty new dishes and our tavern still has the bestspeciality drinks on the lake!

We take pride in being the ONLY full service resorton Long Lake: cabins, tavern, full menu, bait andtackle shop, gas sold right on the lake, boat rentals,fishing licenses, small groceries, and the best sunsets you can imagine.

We recently renovated all six of our housekeeping cabinsto beautiful rustic cottages with 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms! The cabins

now have air conditioning and include TVs receiving broadcasts of all the newdigital channels! Other amenities include: grill, picnic table, fish house, 14-footaluminum boat (motors extra). We also have two pontoons available for rent. Theinside of our boathouse had a beautiful facelift with new lockers for everypatron/camper staying at the lodge.

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

Come enjoy the fall colors at Lincolnwood. Wehave great fall hunting of all varieties andconveniently located directly on new ATV/Snowmobiletrails that connect up to all other trails. Enjoy the snowy

white open spaces this winter at Lincolnwood. See what a great sportsnowmobiling can be with miles of trails at your disposal. Or try yourhand at ice fishing, some of the best in the area. We have gas heatersand electric baseboard heat for fall and winter accommodations.

Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays, October through April

www.lincolnwoodresort.com(715) 354-3533

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Your Hosts:Ross & Beth

Teasdale

FreeWiFi

N1075 Eastside Road • Birchwood, WI 54817

For further information call: [email protected]

W2924 Gruenhagen RoadBirchwood, WI 54817

Winter Address: 4515 Graham Rd., Lot 91Harlington, TX 78552 • 715-651-2682

www.sunsetonlonglake.com

Sunset Resort on Long Lake

Activities include a swimmingarea with slides, a playgroundarea, a bonfire area, and free useof the paddleboats and canoe.Electrical outlets at the lake areprovided and pontoons andmotors are available for rent. Thelodge features a C-store, bait, andice and wireless internet isavailable around the lodge.

We welcome you toSunset Resort, a familyresort located on beautiful,spectacular Long Lake.Situated on clean, well-keptgrounds, the cottages arecompletely furnished to includedecks facing the lake, completekitchens, new color TV’s withDVD players, ceiling fans,charcoal grills and a 14-footfishing boat on a lift.

ATV Road RouteSummer ATV TrailATV/Snowmobile Road RouteATV/Snowmobile TrailLake RouteSnowmobile Road RouteSnowmobile Trail

Legend Motorized Trails

[email protected]

Join Us - 4 Seasons of Fun!

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

j Dairy State Bank

k Independent Sanitation & 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

MEMBER DIRECTORY

*Look for these ads in this publication

longlakechamber

[email protected]

Join Us - 4 Seasons of Fun!- SEE WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL INFO


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Nestled in the heart of northwestern Wisconsin, The Pioneeron Long Lake is one of the northwoods’ most beautiful vacationspots. The Pioneer resort has something for everyone – whetheryou’re a family, a couple or a group of good friends.

Escape to The Pioneer on Long Lake. Fishing, boating, andswimming in the summer; hunting and the beautiful autumn colors in the fall;s n o w m o b i l i n g,downhill and cross-country skiing andice fishing in the winter; nature’s rebirth in the spring– all of the seasonsare spectacular onLong Lake!

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A YEAR-ROUND RESORTCABINS (Daily & Weekly Accommodations)

FULL LIQUOR BAR with Spectacular View of LakeCAMPING • FOOD • BOAT LANDING

PONTOON & BOAT RENTAL • WINTERIZED CABINSHOMEMADE PIZZA • Free WIFI

Your Host: Tom HaackFor Free Brochure or Reservations, Call or Write:

N1690 County Highway M • Sarona, WI 54870

715-354-3500thepioneeronlonglake.com

Stop in for the perfect mix of relaxation and fun!

Great Food!Great Drinks!

Great Location!“Best View of Long Lake”SUMMER OPEN 10AM DAILY“Best View of Long Lake”SUMMER OPEN 10AM DAILY

We are the hot spot on Long Lake!Homemade Pizza • Burgers • Salads & Wraps

Homemade Soups • Friday Night Fish FryTwo newly remodeled lake homes sleep 10 or 15 with WIFI,

fireplaces, full kitchens & cable TV! Pontoon rentals available!

O P E N Y E A R R O U N D • C A B I N S A V A I L A B L E • P O N T O O N R E N T A L S

715-354-3515www.propsonlonglake.comN1262 Cty Hwy M-D, Sarona, WI 54870

On ATV Route with

access to Wild Rivers

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Cabin & Lodge Furnishings Old & New,Table Linens & Rugs, Candles & Soaps,

Adult & Children Clothing,Gourmet Food, Wild Rice

Ice Cream & Fudge Shop • TreatsSTONE LAKE CRANBERRY COMPANY

Cranberry Food Products, Candles, Soaps, & More

Open Daily 9am-5pm • Sunday 10am-4pmW184 Hwy. 70 • Stone Lake, WI 54876

Phone 715-865-3302Email: [email protected]

Stone Lake AreaChamber of Commerce

P. O. Box 75 • Stone Lake, WI 54876 www.stonelakewi.com

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

shop small, shop local, discover Stone Lake

May 7 Ham & ScallopedPotato Dinner

May 27 Historical Society MuseumOpens

May 28 Fish FryJune 4 Stone Lake Community

Garage SaleJune 18 Stone Lake Craft FairJune 23 Lady’s Nite

July 3 Softball Tournament & Fireworks

July 3 Stone Lake Boat ParadeJuly 10 Pie & Ice Cream SocialAug. 6 Stone Lake Family Fun DayAug. 6 Historical Society Museum

Open HouseSept. 3 Fish Fry

Sept. 10 Evergreen Cemetery WalkSept. 29 Cranberry Festival Dinner

Oct. 1 Cranberry Festival ActivitiesOct. 31 Children’s Halloween PartyNov. 19 Hunter’s Chili FeedDec. 3 Children’s Christmas Party

“It’s Catchin’ On!”

• Full Service DNR License Agent

• Rod & Reel Repair• Interstate Batteries

• LP Tank Exchange• Hunting Accessories• Ice Fishing Equipment• Rental Equipment

• 24hr Live Bait &Tackle Vending

• Beer, Snacks, Ice, Pop • Pizza Corner Pizza

We carry the largest line of tackle and live bait in the area!

5530N Cty Hwy BB, Stone Lake, WI(1/2 mile off Hwy 70) 715.865.4665 (HOOK)

www.stonelakebait.com

Open Year RoundCall for current hours

Find Us on Facebook

• F.F.L.

*Memorial Day to Labor Day: Farmers Market Thursday 2pm-5pm

FREE! Stone Lake Music Night – Second Saturday of Every Month FREE!6:30pm to 9:00pm – Stone Lake Lions Hall

The Last FrontierWE’RE NOT JUST ANTIQUES

5 TV’s for Sporting Events

Packer Game Specials

Homemade Pizzas

Daily Specials

New Menu

ParkingLot in Back

Full BarOff Sale

5796N State Road 70, Stone Lake, WI 54876

715-865-2141

PATKO’S


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, specialtybeers, cocktails, tasty food, and unique gifts all at affordable prices.

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

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

www.RedSchoolhouseWines.com

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

715-865-5038

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

PHONE/FAX: 715-865-FEST (3378)Post Office Box 73, Stone Lake, WI 54876

www.stonelakecranberryfestival.com

First Saturday in OctoberOCTOBER 1, 2016

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STONE LAKE

Located on Hwy 7019 miles E of Spooner

14 miles SW of Hayward

Teri Heath(715) [email protected]

FOR SALE

(715) 865-2315www.nwwirealty.comNotary, Fax & Copy Services Available.

Highway 70 in Stone Lake, WI

See what’s newat Betty Lou!

Gifts Fashion Décor

Repurposed Furniture

Monday-Saturday 10am – 5pm

715.957.0055 16881W Main Street, Stone Lake, WI

www.bettylouhome.com


HAPPY HOURMonday-Friday4:00-6:00 pmPizza & Off Sale

Free Safe Ride HomeParty Bus RentalABATE Member

Family Owned Since 1965

OPEN 7:00 AM, 365 DAYS A YEAR

Travelers, stop by for pet care. . .

Clinic open til 8pm FridaysDog Wash open til 10pm DailyShell Lake • By 63 & D • (715) 468-7007 • www.lakevet.net

Full Service Hair Salon506 First St Shell Lake, WI

715.468.2404

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

Sat: 9-1:00

Bashaw Valley Farm & GreenhouseFarm

Blueberries, Raspberries, Cherries & StrawberriesOrganic, Fresh & Frozen, U-Pick Berries AvailableAll Natural Angus Grassfed Beef & Pastured Pork

GreenhouseAnnuals & Perennials

Fruit TreesBeautiful Baskets & More

StorageSelf StorageRV & Boat

Safe, On Site

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

23 Fifth Ave.Shell Lake

715-468-2899

Monday –Saturday

10AM - 5PM

CollectiblesGifts ~ Toys

Clothing Accessories

Shell Lake’s Finest Shopping Adventure

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

Events Visit us on Facebook for upcoming events


shell lake arts center802 First Street • PO Box 315 • Shell Lake, WI 54871

715.468.2414 • [email protected]

www.shel l lakeartscenter.org

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

Open 6AM-2PM7 Days a Week

Serving Breakfast & Lunch

Terry & Kathi Johnson

(715) 468-2969 CATERINGAVAILABLE

403 Hwy 63 • Shell Lake, WI 54871

Peggy’s PlaceGreat food, friendly atmosphere!

Visit

Monday-Thursday 6am-2pmFriday 6am-8pmSaturday & Sunday 6am-2pm

36 West 5th Ave. (Main St) SHELL LAKE

715-468-7427FISH FRY every FRIDAY!Dine In or Carry Out

Peggy’s Place

Jean’s AntiquesCollectibles& Gifts

Downtown Shell Lake • 24 5th Ave. - P.O. Box 176 • Shell Lake, WI 54871715-468-7035 • OPEN YEAR ROUND • Call for Hours & AppointmentsVintage Merchandise • Glassware • Jewelry • Toys • Furniture

Shell Lake Arts CenterShell Lake Beach & CampgroundThe Potter’s ShedWashburn County Historical MuseumMuseum of Woodcarving

Attractions

Berry PickingCross Country SkiingATV TrailsGolfing

BicyclingFishingSnowmobilingIce Fishing

Things To Do

Artesian WellCranberry BogClover Meadow WineryWhite Wolf Distillery

ShellLakeWi.com

LUNCH & DINNERSPECIALS

Family Atmosphere • Seating for Large GroupsBurgers, Steaks, Chicken, Baby Back Ribs, Salad Bar,

Seafood, Pizza, Pasta, Kids’ Meals, Catering

5th AvenueShell Lake,WI

(715)731-0080

Open Dailyat 11:00AM

246 Industrial Blvd. • Shell Lake, WI • 715.468.2232

Counseling Services, Fitness Classes, Spa Services, Alternative Healing, Massage Therapy, Healthy Balance Honey

Fitness & Wellness Center

MON - FRI8AM -12PM

Studio Hrs:


� SHELL LAKEClover Meadow Winery • (715) 468-422423396 Thompson Road, Shell Lake, WI 54871www.cmwinery.comSpecialties: Decadent Desserts, Tapas, Paired Wines

Lakeview • (715) 731-00805 5th Avenue, Shell Lake, WI 54871Specialties: Daily Salad Bar, Homemade Soup

Peggy’s Place • (715) 468-742735 5th Avenue, Shell Lake, WI 54871Specialties: Pastries, Specials, Homemade Soup

Potter’s Shed Café • (715) 468-4122250 Industrial Boulevard, Shell Lake, WI 54871www.thepottersshed.com Specialties: Gourmet Coffees, Salads, Soups

Thru The Woods • (715) 468-2969403 Highway 63, Shell Lake, WI 54871Specialties: Daily Specials, Muffins, Homemade Soup

� SPOONERAces Basement Bar & BBQ • (715) 635-80892069 County Road G, Spooner, WI 54801www.northwindsresort.comSpecialties: Full Competition Slow Smoked Ribs

McKenzie Landing • (715) 635-25201350 County Road E, Spooner, WI 54801www.mckenzielanding.comSpecialties: Salad Bar, Prime Rib Saturdays

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

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

Pine Brook Farm • (715) 635-4511W4221 County Highway A, Spooner, WI 54801Specialties: Homemade Food and Outdoor Seating

River Street Family Restaurant • (715) 635-2222519 N River Street, Spooner, WI 54801Specialties: Breakfast All Day, Daily Specials

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� BIRCHWOODEd’s Pit Stop • (715) 354-7991701 State Road 48, Birchwood, WI 54817www.edspitstop.comSpecialties: Ed’s Famous Smoked Fresh Meats

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

� LONG LAKE/SARONAButternut Hills • (715) 635-8563N2981 Golf Road, Sarona, WI 54870www.butternuthillsgolf.comSpecialties: Parmesan Crusted Walleye, Cod Basket

Lincolnwood Resort • (715) 354-3533N1075 Eastside Road, Birchwood, WI 54817www.lincolnwoodresort.comSpecialties: Great Burgers, Drinks and Appetizers

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

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

The Roost • (715) 635-89213747 County Highway B, Sarona, WI 54870www.theroostofsarona.comSpecialties: Famous Shrimp, Wings and Crab

� MINONGA&W • (715) 466-59291030W Hokah, Minong, WI 54859Specialties: Root Beer, Great Sandwiches, Curds

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

Wendy’s Place• (715) 466-4334749 Business Highway 53, Minong, WI 54859www.wendysplace.netSpecialties: Homestyle Cooking, Open Daily

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Schmitz’s Economart Deli • (715) 635-7700700 S River Street, Spooner, WI 54801www.schmitzeconomart.comSpecialties: Chester Fried Chicken, Daily Specials

Spooner Family Restaurant • (715) 635-3565750 Highway 63, Spooner, WI 54801Specialties: Fresh Food and Family Atmosphere

Tony’s Riverside • (715) 635-8636524 S River Street, Spooner, WI 54801www.tonysriversidebar.comSpecialties: Broasted Chicken, Pizza, Burgers, Sandwiches

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

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

� STONE LAKERed Schoolhouse Wines Café • (715) 865-50385768N 4th Street S., Stone Lake, WI 54876www.redschoolhousewines.comSpecialties: Wine, Craft Beers, Outside Seating

Stone Lake Pub • (715) 865-21415796N State Highway 70., Stone Lake, WI 54876Specialties: Homemade Pizza, Daily Specials, Burgers

� TREGOChicog Pub • (715) 466-4776W7893 County Highway F, Trego, WI 54888Specialties: Homemade Pizza, Burgers, Sandwiches

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

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

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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 Wisconsintradition, 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 themood for some homemade pie, an enormous burger, or slow- smoked ribs, you are sure to find plenty ofoptions pleasing to your palate at one of the nearly 70 restaurants in Washburn County.

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Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerOpen Daily at 7am

Homemade Pies & Desserts • Daily SpecialsBroasted Chicken • Friday Night Buffets

(715) 635-3271 Fax (715) 635-3276

Rick & Sue Coquillette • Junction of Highway 53/63 and EW5730 County Highway E • Trego, Wisconsin 54888

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Make tracks to TracksCall to Place Your Order 715-635-3399 2 Miles West of Spooner on Hwy. 70

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Trego Dinner Bell • (715) 635-3271W5730 County Highway E, Trego, WI 54888Specialties: Homemade Pies, Bakery, Friday Buffet

Uncle Mike’s Bar Grill • (715) 635-9042N7017 Hwy 53, Trego, WI 54888www.unclemikesbarandgrille.comSpecialties: Wings, Homemade Pizza, Trail Access

WI Great Northern • (715) 635-3200N6639 Dilly Lake Road, Trego, WI 54888www.spoonertrainride.comSpecialties: Elegant Dinner Train, Pizza Train

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� A SHORT DRIVEGolden Chipmunk Bar & Grill • (715) 466-409516095 S Chipmunk Hallow Rd., Wascott, WI 54838www.schatzisresort.comSpecialties: Ribs, Steaks, Chicken, Walleye, Salads

Rosenthal's Resort LLC • (715) 259-336330925 Namekagon Road, Webb Lake, WI 54830www.rosenthalsresort.comSpecialties: Ribs, Walleye, Pasta, Pizza, Sandwiches

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Voyager Village Grill • (715) 259-3910 x.1528851 Kilkare Road, Danbury, WI 54830www.voyagervillage.comSpecialties: Fresh Quality, Great Tasting Food

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

Sunday: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Pharmacy: 715-635-8785Deli: 715-635-7700

Fax/Copy Services700 S. River Street • Spooner, Wisconsin 54801 Phone: 715-635-2836

[email protected] www.schmitzeconomart.com

Grocery • Meat • Dairy • Frozen Foods • Fresh Produce • Liquor • Bakery • Video RentalsBe sure to stop by our Deli, Bakery & Restaurant: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Daily Specials • Wonder Roast Chicken

FREE COFFEE W/ PURCHASE OF BREAKFAST SPECIAL!

• 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

• Homemade Pies and fillings made from frozen fruit

• Cooked Fudge; Peanut, Cashew and Coconut Brittle andDivinity

• 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 54801715-635-2643

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Come Meetthe

FriendlyStaff

Lunch servedM-F 11am-2pm.

Soup andSandwich daily

Providing Award WinningBaked Goods to the Spooner Area

3 Fully Furnished CabinsLimited Camping

Private Docks & Boat LaunchModern Fish Cleaning House w/Freezer

Voted One of the TOP Ice Fishing Lakes in Wisconsin

CLOSED ON MONDAYSOn Snowmobile Trail, close to ATV Trail

Slow Smoked RibsBrisket & Chicken

Sandwiches & More!Call for Nightly Specials & Hours.

715-635-80892069 Co Rd G, Spooner, WI 54801www.northwindsresort.com

Breakfast Served All DayAll You Can Eat Specials Daily

Fresh HomemadePies & Desserts

Catering Available715-635-2222

Downtown Spooner

The Roostof Sarona, LLC

Legendary Breakfast and Fish FryFamous Shrimp, Wings and Crab

W3747 County Road BSarona, WI 54870715-635-8921

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OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Dining in Washburn County

Chicog PubGood Burgers • Great Service • Friday Fish Fry

Homemade PizzaOpen 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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www.LouiesFinerMeats.com 715.822.4728Hwy 63 North, 2025 Superior Ave, Cumberland, WI

Louie’s Finer MeatsFamily Owned and Operated in Cumberland since 1963All Products Produced and Smoked in Cumberland.Over 400 International, National and State

Awards for Bacon, Sausage and Ham

NEXT DOOR

Specializing inHome Style Meals

WENDY’S PLACEBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Business 53MINONG, WI

715.466.4334Daily Specials

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OPEN7DAYSAWEEK

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Dining & Shopping in Washburn County

Shopping in Washburn County


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Treasures abound as you visit the vibrant downtownsscattered across Washburn County. Shop the many craftand specialty stores, antique emporiums, art galleries, andeclectic boutiques. The back roads offer their own hiddengems...a cute gift shop tucked here, a gallery nestled there.

One never knows what bounty awaits!

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715.635.6536

106 Walnut StreetSpooner, WI 54801

715.635.6536


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RED CROSS PHARMACY

Downtown SpoonerOpen 7 Days A Week

715.635.2117

Downtown Spooner715.635.6154

1.800.344.9958

Dr. NathanEichhorst

Optometrist715-635-2020

130 Walnut St. • Spooner, WI 54801

Sather JewelrySince 1910


715-635-2418 [email protected]

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BrickyardPottery & Gallery

Established in 1980

Studios and a galleryrepresenting regional artists

• Watercolors• Metalwork• Jewelry

• Silk Dyework• Weaving• Wood

715.468.7341 www.brickyardpottery.com

One mile north of Barronett and just west of Hwy 63

Watercolor �The Brickyard�by Marie Sweeney


Miller’s Cheese House

70 Varieties Wisconsin Cheese • Handmade Fudge • Louie’s Finer MeatsSouvenirs & Crafts • We Ship Cheese Year-Round • Sample Before You Buy

715-234-4144 • 800-677-4144 www.millerscheesehouse.com

Miller’s Cheese HouseBest Little Cheese House in Wisconsin!1 Mile North of Rice Lake on Hwy 48 East • Call for Hours

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General BookstoreFine Yarn Shop • eBooks

Toys, Games & PuzzlesLocal Art & Jewelry

Magazines

OPEN: Mon-Fri: 9-5:30 Sat: 9-5 • Sun: (May –Dec.) 11-3205 Walnut St in Downtown Spooner

715-635-6811www.northwindbook.com

[email protected]


From your mind to reality.At Northpoint and Retreat Home Furniture, wecustom design your space to reflect the personalityand the character of your home. With over 300vendor options, we can find you those absolutelyperfect pieces.

We go to the next level to translate your feel,essentials, and taste to every room. We have solutions for functionality, tone, overallambiance, 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 wondrousgreat room, we have you covered.

Love your bed, love your rooms, and love your home.

15574 Hwy 77, Hayward, WI | 715-638-2700 | Open Mon.-Thu.: 10-6, Fri.: 10-8, Sat.: 10-6, Sun.: 11-5.Visit the Retreat Home showroom located next to Wal-mart, or visit online at retreathomefurniture.com



Indianhead Medical Center113 Fourth Avenue West

Shell Lake, WI 54871

715-468-7833

General Surgery:Kenneth Garrison, MD

Family Practice:Allan Haesemeyer, MD

Jeffery Dunham, MD Gene Rigstad, MD

Jamie Bell, PA-C • Eydie Farrow, AAPNPMichael Breitenfeld, PA-C

Relocate to Washburn CountyWhether you are in search of thepeacefulness of the Northwoods lifestyle,have the desire to raise children in a smallcommunity or are following the dream ofowning your own business, WashburnCounty has what you need. The vast naturalresources, stunning Northwoods beauty, andfriendly locals make it the perfect relocationdestination.

Schools: Birchwood, Northwood, Shell Lake, Spooner,St. Francis de Sales School

Libraries: Minong, Shell Lake, Spooner

Realtors: Many knowledgeable realtors call WashburnCounty home and are ready to help you make the areayour home as well. See ads on pages 2, 34, 39, and 49.

Churches in Washburn CountyANAH• 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

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

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

SPOONER• 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

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

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

• 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 INTHE COUNTY

• COUNTY REVOLVINGLOAN FUND

• OUR EDUCATED & MODIFIED WORK FORCE

• TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE INBUSINESS PLANNING

• REFERRAL FOR STATE &LOCAL INCENTIVES

• COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIALSITES

• BUSINESS FINANCEASSISTANCE

Have You Ever ConsideredRelocating Here?

Washburn County Economic Developmentwelcomes the opportunity to confidentiallyspeak to you on locating your business to

Washburn County.

715-635-8242

WASHBURN COUNTYECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

208 Vine Street • Spooner, Wisconsin

[email protected] www.washburncodevelopment.comEMAIL: WEBSITE:

Washburn County

Stop in to see us or call us at:

Benson-Thompson, Inc.SPOONER OFFICE: 715-635-3333 • Fax: 715-635-6300

Box 207 • 310 River St. • Spooner, WI 54801

[email protected] www.bensonthompson.com

The Area’s Oldest & Most Experienced Real Estate Company


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StudioNorthwoods.com715.566.1356 • [email protected]

Original Designs by HRiceFind my work at . . .

• Arts in Hand Gallery, Spooner• Claymoon Copper Art Gallery, A&H• Forts Folle Avoine, Danbury• Rustic Hearts Gifts, Webster

, Grantsburg• Shop online

HANDCRAFTED JEWELRY

715-866-7953F o x R u n G o l f . n e t

Making great memories,one round at a time . . .

27536 St. Rd. 35 • 2 miles North of Webster, WI

9-Hole Regulation Course9-Hole Par 3 Course

When you bring in this ad. Green fee only. *Carts not discounted. 2016 season. WC

Pay for 9*, Play 18

Celebrating 25 Years

Special events for 2016 . . .

Yellow River EchoesFri. thru Sun., June 17 thru 19

The Great Folle Avoine Fur Trade RendezvousNEW - WEEK LONG - Saturday thru Sunday, July 16 thru 24

Christmas at The FortsSaturdays, December 3 & 10, Sunday, December 4

A Fun, InteractiveLearning Experience at aUnique Historical Site!

FUR TRADE POSTSOJIBWE VILLAGE

Tours • Museums • Gift ShopGardens • Hiking/Ski Trails

CLIP & SAVE

$100 Off

INDIVIDUAL 2016TOUR ADMISSIONMust present coupon. One coupon per person.

CLIP & SAVE

$100 Off

ECHOES OR RENDEZ. ADMISSION2016, Must present coupon. One coupon per person.

WC WC

Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,Wed. thru Sun., May 28 thru

Sept. 4; plus Sept., Sat. & Sun.

Forts Folle AvoineHistorical Park

715-866-8890 • 8500 Co. Rd. UBetween Danbury & Webster, WI

TheForts.org

$20,000 in trophies & cash!

1-800-367-2225715-349-5887 • Siren, WI

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Your Family Resort For All Seasons

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

Pontoon & boat rental

Open All Year! Spring & Fall Discounts Available!

SNOWMOBILE TRAILS LEAD TO OUR DOOR!

Resort MotelCondos

4-Bdr. Vacation Home

Indoor PoolCatch a large variety of fish in Yellow Lake including musky, walleye, bass, northern, sturgeon, crappie, panfish andjumbo perch.

Along Level Lake Shore On Big Yellow Lake

715-866-71017861 Birch Street • Danbury, WI 54830www.IkeWaltonLodge.com

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Woods, water and wildlife – not a dream, but a reality. You need only travel to the southern tip of Douglas County, bordering onWashburn 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 andboat, 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 toget the job done. One such effort is the annual Wascott Area Children’s Christmas Party held at the TownHall on the afternoon of December 24th. Everyone is welcome to come and join in the excitement whichbrings 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 resi-dents 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 infood, beverages and lodging. You will be planning your next visit before leaving!

WOODS, WATER, AND WILDLIFE – ….A WAY OF LIFE!

For more information, visit our website at www.visitwascott.comWASCOTT TOURISM Fuel/Bait/ Pets Restroom/ Dump Open Year TrailMEMBERS OFFERINGS Bar Food License Lodging Allowed Showers Hookups Station Retail Around Access OtherAntler Inn On/Off Pizza -- C/T/RV Yes RR Full -- Yes Yes Yes

Circle Pines Bar, Grill & Motel On/Off Full Menu Nearby M -- RR -- -- -- Yes Yes

Crystal Lake Campground & Bar On/Off Pizza/Spec. Nearby C/T/RV Yes RR/S Full Yes -- Yes Yes Pontoon, Rental, ATM, Laundromat

Happy Our’s RV Park -- -- -- RV -- -- -- -- -- -- --

The Lookout Tavern On/Off Full Menu -- -- No -- -- -- Yes Yes Yes

North View Campground -- Pizza -- C/T/RV Yes RR/S Elec. Water Yes Yes Yes Yes Ice Cream Shop

Schatzi’s Bar, Grill, Cabins & RV Park On/Off Full Menu Nearby C/RV Yes RR/S Full Yes -- Yes Yes Lake Access, Docks

Stop-A-Sec Convenience Store Off Grocery F/B/L -- -- RR -- -- Yes Yes Yes Laundromat/Hardware

Up North Resort -- -- Nearby C/T/RV Yes -- Full Yes -- No Yes Pontoon Rental, Row Boat w/Cabin

View Point Lodge On/Off Menu Nearby C/RV Yes -- Full -- -- Yes Yes Fishing Boat with Cabin

F-Fuel L-License B-Bait T-Tents RV-Recreational Vehicles C-Cabins RR-Rest Rooms S-Showers M-Motel

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THE EXCEPTIONAL VACATIONEXPERIENCE YOU’VE

BEEN LOOKING FOR . . .

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

www.BayParkResort.com

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

ON TREGO LAKEOUTSTANDING FACILITIES • PERSONAL SERVICE

• 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 & badmintoncourts

NEARBY . . .• Hiking trails & numerous

golf courses• Canoe the scenic

Namekagon River

On ATV Trail Lakefront Cottages & Seasonal Campingat a Great Vacation Destination!


*January: ..........................Jack Frost Fest, Spooner*May:..............................Food & Wine Tasting EventJune: ...................................Northwoods Blues FestJune: .......Railroad Memories Celebration, Spooner

*June: .......Jack’s A Hack Golf Tournament, SpoonerJune-Oct: ........................Farmers Market, SpoonerJuly: ...............................Shell Lake Lions TriathlonJuly: ................Heart of the North Rodeo, Spooner

EVENTS& FESTIVALS

* Chamber Events

Working to help make Spooner a better place to live, do business, and to visit.122 N. River Street • Spooner, WI 54801 1-800-367-3306 • 715-635-2168www.spoonerchamber.org EMAIL: [email protected]

July: .............................Birchwood Bluegill FestivalAugust: ................................Minong Summer Days

*August: ................Jack Pine Savage Days, SpoonerSeptember: ..........Town & Country Days, Shell LakeOctober: ..................Stone Lake Cranberry Festival

*October: ..............Jack O’Lantern Festival, SpoonerDecember: ..................Shell Lake Holiday Saturday

Spooner AreaCHAMBER OFCOMMERCE

Jack Frost FestPond Hockey Tournament Jack Pine Savage Days Savage Dash 5k Mud Run Jack O’ Lantern Festival

5k Zombie Run

Documents

2016 Washburn County Visitor & Activitiy Guide