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stories... 2007 Events & Tournaments Eagle River's Annual Ice Palace Goes Up Between Christmas & New Year's Each Year! Eagle River's Annual Cranberry Fest Eagle River's Historic Boathouses Events &Tournaments Northwoods Wisconsin, 2006 2007 Northwoods Wisconsin Fishing and Outdoor Events, Tournaments, Family and Kids' Recreational Opportunities... _____ (Always check ahead for detail or schedule changes) _____ 2007 Northwoods Calendars and Events. (For Eagle River, Rice Lake, Wausau / Central Wisconsin, Lake of the Woods, Baudette, Minnesota, out of Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge); and Granite Peak Ski Area at Wausau, Wis. ***Upcoming Events and Activities in Eagle River (Wis.): -- Now thru May 8, 2007: 25th Concert Year of the Headwaters Council for the Performing Arts, where a wide variety of theatre, music, and entertainment will provide unequaled entertainment. Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River, Wisconsin, will provide special "Performing Arts Packages", every month, from January to May. Wild Eagle Lodge: 877-945-3965; web: www.wildeaglelodge.com. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce; 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org -- Sat., May 12, 2007: Annual Journeys Marathon in Eagle River. Come and participate or cheer the runners on in this wonderful race through the woods of northern Wisconsin -- attracts marathon runners from around the nation and the world. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce: 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org: web: www.eagleriver.org -- Wed. to Sat., May 16 to 19, 2007: Northern Wisconsin Weeds N' Walleye Fishing School at Guides Choice Pro Shop, Eagle River. Includes walleye fishing, four nights lodging, breakfast, dinners, Power-Point presentations, map-marking seminars, techniques, demonstrations, lake maps, on-the-water monitoring, evening discussions, and raffles. Fee. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce: 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org: web: www.eagleriver.org -- Sat., June 9, 2007: Eagle River's Great Northern Beer Festival. Come and sample over 100 different beers from some 25 breweries from Wisconsin and the Midwest. Excellent food choices from three local charitable organizations. All proceeds will benefit local Eagle River area charities. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce: 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org: web: www.eagleriver.org -- Sat./Sun., June 9 and10, 2007. 27th Annual Spring Classic Musky Tournament in Eagle River. Hiawatha Hideaway, Jim Heffner, 715-455-2667. Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center: 800-359-6315; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org -- Tues., June 12 to Tues., August 28, 2007 (Tues. nights), in Eagle River: Free fishing tips for kids, at Heckel's Eagle River Marina. Art Anderson, 715-479-1758. Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center: 800-359-6315; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org -- Wed. June 13-Wed. Aug. 15, 2007: Wild Eagle Corner Store Fishing Seminar every Wednesday at 7:00 pm at Wild Eagle Lodge. Wild Eagle Lodge, 877-945-3965; web: www.wildeaglelodge.com. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce: 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce: 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org: web: www.eagleriver.org -- Wed. to Sat., June 13-16, 2007: The ORIGINAL Shimano Women On the Water Muskie School, at Guides Choice Pro Shop, Eagle River. Ladies will learn and execute new skills for muskie in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere on the Eagle River Chain of Lakes. "Female friendly" equipment. Includes four nights lodging, double occupancy, four evening dinners, three breakfasts, maps, hat, PowerPoint technique seminars, skills practice sessions, continuous on-the-water monitoring. $499 per person. Single participants will be partnered. -- Sat./Sun., June 23 -24, 2007: Professional Musky Tournament Trail. Participants provide lots of excitement and action. Hosted at the Eagle River inn, with the start/finish at Eagle Waters Resort. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce: 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org: web: www.eagleriver.org -- Sun., July 1, 2007: Patriotic Boat Parade at Wild Eagle Lodge. Kicks off 4th of July events at Wild Eagle Lodge. Come see the amazing array of artfully adorned watercraft as they parade past the shores of the resort at 6:00 pm. Take part in the Duck Race on Duck Lake. Prizes award to the winners. Wild Eagle Lodge, 877-945-3965; 715-479-3151; e-mail: info@wildeaglelodge.com; web: www.wildeaglelodge.com -- July 4, 2007: Eagle River's Sesquicentennial Year Annual 4th of July Parade. Fireworks, activities and a great time celebrating America's birthday. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce: 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org: web: www.eagleriver.org -- Thurs. July 12, 2007: Guides/Kids Fishing Day in Eagle River, Wis. Great day of fishing for boys or girls ages 7-12. Seminars, casting contest; every kid entered gets a chance to fish for the afternoon with a guide. The names go into a big hat and the guides draw the winning names. Lunch is provided for all children. Children not picked have a picnic lunch, then take a bus to the local fish hatchery to fish. Children who are picked receive a bag lunch and, after a downtown parade with the guides and their boats, head to the secret fishing spots. Starts at Vilas County Fairgrounds in Eagle River. Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center: 800-359-6315; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org -- July 12 to 15, 2007: In 2007. Special events to celebrate the 150-year history of Eagle River will include: "The Kids from Wisconsin" concert, privy parade, beard-growing contest, street dance, Moonlight Madness Downtown Celebration, Kids & Guides Day fishing opportunity for kids; Performing Arts event, Farmers Market and Steam Engine Show; antique market; bridge tournament; a very unique "Cemetery Walk", and much more. For more information about the Eagle River area: Eagle River Chamber of Commerce; 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org -- Mon. July 23—Fri., July 27, 2007: Wild Eagle Lodge Birthday Bash. Come celebrate the 3rd anniversary of the newest and finest resort on the Eagle river Chain O'Lakes. Activities will include music, magic, fishing seminar, food, refreshments, cake and ice cream, campfire gatherings, pontoon tours, culminating with the Chain Skimmers Water Ski Show on Wed., July 25, at 7:00 pm. Wild Eagle Lodge, 877-945-3965; 715-479-3151; e-mail: info@wildeaglelodge.com -- Tues., Aug. 7, 2007: 9th Annual Benefit Auction for the Northwoods Children's Museum in Eagle River will be held at the Eagle Waters Resort. Silent and live bidding on hundreds of donated items, including a Bayliner Boat, and many local items including paintings, prints, ceramics, quilts, sporting goods, collectibles, and gift certificate for businesses and services. -- Thurs. to Sun., Aug. 16-19, 2007: National Championship Musky Open in Eagle River, Wisconsin. A premier musky tournament event which is the largest amateur musky tournament in existence, drawing well over 1,000 anglers from around the world. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce; 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org -- Wed., August 15, 2007: Eagle River's annual Paul Bunyan Fest. Great roast beef and the trimmings, beef cook-off competition, craft show, and lots more. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce; 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org -- Sat.-Tues., Oct. 20-23, 2007: Eagle River Chain Muskie School at Guides Choice Pro Shop, Eagle River, Wisconsin. The "classic muskie trip of all time." Enjoy the serenity of Wisconsin's Northwoods, fantastic muskie fishing, learn artificial and live bait techniques, PowerPoint presentations, location and how-to-do seminars, boat control techniques, and as an added bonus each attendee will spend a half day in the boat with a professional Guide's Choice Pro Shop muskie guide. Includes 4 nights lodging, breakfasts, and raffles. $499 per person. Eagle River Chamber of Commerce; 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org -- Eagle River Sesquicentennial Celebration, 2007! Throughout 2007, Eagle River will celebrate its 150th birthday, highlighting a history that has included fur trading and trapping, logging, agriculture, and, of course, tourism. Although the sesquicentennial will be highlighted all year, special plans have been made to target July 10 to July 15, 2007 for the main celebration when preliminary plans include: "The Kids from Wisconsin" concert; privy parade; beard-growing contest; street dance; Moonlight Madness Downtown Celebration; Kids & Guides Day fishing opportunity for kids; Performing Arts event; Farmers Market; Steam Engine Show; antique market; bridge tournament; fireworks, a very unique "Cemetery Walk"; and much more. Donations, sponsors, pledges, and volunteers are all most welcome to help with this literal "once-in-a-lifetime" event. For information and updates: Eagle River Chamber of Commerce; 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org For more information about the Eagle River area: Eagle River Chamber of Commerce; 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org ***Upcoming events and activities in Rice Lake, Wisconsin: The Country Store (715-822-2598). A wonderful farmers' market that will be held Thursday evenings all summer long. Homemade food, with special offerings like buffalo and Native American flatbread tacos, ice cream made right in front of you, produce; and a Mennonite-run store with bulk grains, spices, and mixes. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- The newest portion of Rice Lake's CedarSide Trail, providing hiking and biking opportunities is open. A four and one half year project, the extension is paved, has ample finished parking availability, and follows the Red Cedar River. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- See individual calendar listings for all sorts of programs and activities coming up at the Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary. Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Wed., April 22, 2007: Red Cedar Symphony Concert at UW-BC Theatre at 4 p.m. For more information, call 715-234-8176. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Thurs.-Sun., May 10-13, and Thurs.-Sun., May 17-20, 2007: Theater in Rice Lake - Neil Simon's Plaza Suite. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com. Northern Star Theatre: 715-736-4444. -- Sun., May 13, 2007: Warbler and Wildflower Walk on Mother's Day at the Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary. Mom will surely enjoy looking for warblers and other birds and wildflowers. Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sun., May 20, 2007: Votech Open Fishing Tournament on Long Lake, in the Rice Lake area. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sat., May 26, 2007: Wisconsin Team Circuit Bass Tournament on Red Cedar Lake, near Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Contact Bill Schutts at 715-235-9383 or Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sat., May 26, 2007: "Frog Prowl" at the Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary. You'll be taken to the edge of lakes and wetlands looking for frogs, toads and salamanders, and learn to identify them by song and by sight. Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sun., June 3, 2007: Bubba's Bass Bonanza Tournament on Long Lake, in the Rice Lake area. Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Fri. June 8 to Sun., June 17, 2007: Forty-Third Annual Aquafest in Rice Lake. This ten-day premier summer, family fun-filled event in Rice Lake features, parade, competitions, tournaments, live entertainment, demolition derby, golf tournaments, fishing, music, great food, carnival, art show, tours, antique show and sale. Join the thousands who attend this event yearly. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sat., June 9, 2007: Central Wisconsin Bass Anglers Tournament on Red Cedar Lake, near Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sun., June 10, 2007: Wisconsin Team Circuit Bass Tournament on Long Lake, near Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Contact Bill Schutts at 715-235-9383 or Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Wed.-Sun., June 20-24, 2007 and Wed.-Sun., June 27-July 1, 2007: Theater in Rice Lake – Dam-(n) Yankees. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com. Northern Star Theatre: 715-736-4444. -- Sat./Sun., June 23-24, 2007: Hungry Hollow Steam Engine Days in Rice Lake. Antique steam and gas engines, including restored tractors, toy show, tractor pull, model trains, garden tractors, sawmill, restored farm equipment, and flea market. Barron County Fairgrounds in Rice Lake. Rice Lake Tourism & Retail development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sat., July 7, 2007: Wisconsin Team Circuit Bass Tournament on Red Cedar Lake, near Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Contact Bill Schutts at 715-235-9383 or Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Wed.-Sun., July 11-15, 2007; Wed.-Sun., July 18-22, 2007: Always... Patsy Cline. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com. Northern Star Theatre: 715-736-4444. --Sat., July 14, 2007: "Dragons and Damsels" at the Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary. Enjoy a pancake, sausage, fruit juice and coffee breakfast, and then take a look at the magnificent world of dragonflies and damselflies. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Wed. July 18 to Sun., July 22, 2007: Barron County Fair in Rice Lake. This annual event is everything one expects from a true county fair. Fun, games, competitions, exhibits, food and entertainment. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sun., July 29, 2007: Bubba's Bass Bonanza Tournament on Lake Chetac, near Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Contact: Wayne Camper: 715-607-0411 or Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Wed.-Sun., Aug. 8-12, 2007 and Wed.-Sun., Aug. 15-19, 2007: Theater in Rice Lake - Rodgers & Hammerstein's, The King & I. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com. Northern Star Theatre: 715-736-4444. -- Sat. Aug. 11, 2007: Annual Airport Fly-In at Rice Lake. Enjoy the sights, sounds and fun of flying at the newly renovated, expanded, and beautiful Rice Lake Airport. Aerobatic flying, pancake breakfast by the Boy Scouts, lunch by Golden K. Lots of aircraft, warbirds, medical aircraft, police and fire units. Great time for the whole family. FREE admission and parking. For more information, contact Jerry Stites at 715-651-6878, or the Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com --Sat. Aug. 11, 2007: "Predators!" at the Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary. Enjoy a pancake, sausage, fruit juice and coffee breakfast, and then learn about forest predators. Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sun., Sept. 9, 2007: Long Lake Fall Classic Fishing Tournament on Long Lake, near Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Sun., Sept. 16, 2007: Bubba's Bass Bonanza Tournament on Red Cedar Lake, near Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Contact: Wayne Camper: 715-607-0411 or Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com -- Thurs.-Sun., Oct. 11-14, 2007 and Thurs.-Sun., Oct. 18-21, 2007: Theater in Rice Lake - The Fardnale Ladies Haunted Comedy. Rice Lake Tourism & Economic Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com. Northern Star Theatre: 715-736-4444. -- Fri. to Sun., Oct. 19-21, 2007: Tater Fest Fall Festival in Rice Lake: "All around the town" fall and harvest family celebration in the Rice Lake area. Events include Half Marathon; tater feed; antique show; pancake breakfast; spaghetti supper; Kids Fest, and lots more, including some of the most beautiful scenic opportunities anywhere. Rice Lake Tourism Commission: phone: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com For more information about the Rice Lake area: Rice Lake Tourism & Retail Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com ***Upcoming events and activities in the Wausau / Central Wisconsin Area: -- Now to Sun., June 10, 2007: "Carousel Animals: Art in Motion" at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum in Wausau. 39 historic pieces of American carousels offer a vivid reminder of the simple joy of riding a fancifully painted and postured horse or other whimsically-carved animal. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Now to Sun., June 10, 2007: Carousels & Fairy Tales at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum in Wausau. A complementary exhibition to "Carousel Animals: Art in Motion." Featuring woodcarvings by Homer Daehn, of a dozen of his whimsical animals and fairy-tale characters created in his Baraboo, Wisconsin studio. Daehn will be carving on-site at the Woodson during an artist residency, Tues., May 8-Sun., May 18, 2007. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Wed. April 25, 2007: Mosinee in Action: Business and Community Expo. Expo features Mosinee area businesses, the Taste of Mosinee, featuring area restaurants. Mosinee Rec Center and various business venues. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Tues. May 8-Sun., May 13, 2007: Baraboo, Wisconsin based woodcarver Homer Daehn will demonstrate his colorful fairytale carvings in conjunction with the "Carousel Animals: Art in Motion" exhibition at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum in Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Wed., May 9, 2007: An Evening with Lily Tomlin at the Grand Theatre in Wausau. Wausau / Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Thurs.-Sat., May 10-12, 2007: Water Street Arts Spring Festival in Wausau. Second annual hands-on workshop to create arts and crafts for Mother's Day gift giving. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat. May 12, 2007: Storybook Weekend and Medieval Fair. Sleeping Beauty. The Enchanted Kingdom, in conjunction with the performances of Sleeping Beauty. Wausau Dance Theatre and the Great Hall adjacent to the Grand Theatre, along with a Medieval Fair on the Downtown Square in Wausau. Activities include games, activities, life-size chess, castle building and crown/scepter making, crafts, live performances throughout the day at the Grand Theatre. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri., May 18, 2007: "Exhibitour": Wausau's Gallery Night. Stroll the streets of downtown Wausau and visit different fine art galleries inside the specialty shops. Meet and mingle with the artists on-site while sampling tasty gourmet treats. Current exhibit at the Center for Visual Arts will also be on display. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat./Sun., May 19-20, 2007: USACK Junior Slalom Team Trials. Kayak competitions held at Whitewater Park in downtown Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- June, 2007: Summer Celebration Kickoff in Wausau. Outdoor movie, food, refreshments and fun for the whole family on the City Square in downtown Wausau. Check for dates and times with the Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- June, 2007: Wausau Auto Fest. 40th Annual Vintage Auto Show, with food and refreshments at the VFW on River Drive. Check for dates and times with the Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sun., June 3, 2007: WORS Radio Rudy Rack Big Ring Classic running and mountain bike races. Categories for all ages and skill levels. Medals go to the top three competitors in each group. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat./Sun., June 16-17, 2007: Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. A charity 3-on-3 basketball tournament for all ages. Held at Newman Catholic High School. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri./Sun., June 22-24, 200: Rainbow Valley Music Fest in Wausau. Christian music festival includes a food court, children's area, carnival rides, games, activity center, and dunk tank. Free admission. Trinity Lutheran Church. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri./Sun., June 22-24, 2007: St. Anne's Polka Fest. At the Church of St. Anne's in Wausau. Includes live music, great food, beer tent, softball tournament, children's games, bingo, Fri. fish fry, Sun. chicken dinner, and a raffle drawing with a $10,000 first prize. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat./Sun., June 23-24, 2007: Wausau Whitewater Kayaking Slalom Weekend. Whitewater Park, downtown Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com --Sat./Sun., June 23-24, 2007: ACA Open Canoe Nationals & North American Championships. Whitewater Park, downtown Wausau. Come and watch! Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat., June 23, 2007: Kids Fishing Tournament on Half Moon Lake, Mosinee, WI. Multi-species. Prizes and awards. Food and beverage service available. This information is provided courtesy of the Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau. For details, rules and information, Hooksetters Guide Service, 715-693-5843, or Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- July, 2007: Living History Festival in Wausau. Demonstrations and displays, food, music, children's activities and games. Contact for dates and times: Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Wed., July 4, 2007: Mosinee 4th of July Celebration. Children's rides, petting zoo, food and beer garden. Mosinee Rec Center. Parade and fireworks follow. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Wed. July 4, 2007: Re/Max Independence Day Kiddie Parade in Wausau. Decorated wagons, bikes and outfits welcome. City Square in downtown Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Wed.-Sun., July 4-8, 2007: Wausau July 4th Celebration. Grandstand shows with live bands every night, karaoke, carnival rides, games, food, and fireworks. Free admission. Marathon Park, Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri.-Sun., July 6-8, 2007: Annual Balloon Rally and Glow in Wausau. City Square in downtown Wausau. Hot air balloons galore. Annual event includes balloons of many shapes and colors from throughout the USA. See set-up, inflation and glow in as the balloons light up the night sky. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri.-Sun., July 6-8, 2007: Chalk Fest. Wausau City Square transformed by artists and their color chalk drawings. Arts of all ages participate. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri.-Sun., July 13-15, 2007: 4th Annual Schofield Fun Days. Location: Park Street, near Schofield City Hall, or behind Schofield Elementary School on old Grand Ave. Features include a parade, live music from "Frontier" and "Hidden River" bands, food stands and beer garden, kids games and attractions, zoo, pancake feed at new Schofield Fire Station. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri./Sat., July 20-21, 2007: 24th Annual SummerFest at Lake DuBay. Features food, refreshments, games raffles and live music at the Lions Park on Lake DuBay. Free and open to the public. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri., July 20, 2007: ACA Open Canoe Nationals in Wausau. Canoe competitions held at Whitewater Park in downtown Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat., July 28, 2007: Summer Fishing Tournament on Half Moon Lake, Mosinee, WI. Multi-species. Prizes and awards. Food and beverage service available. This information is provided courtesy of the Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau. For details, rules and information, Hooksetters Guide Service, 715-693-5843, or Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat./Sun., July 28-29, 2007: USA Cycling 24 Hour National Mountain Bike Championships, at Nine Mile County Forest in Wausau. Midwest's largest 24 hour mountain bike race. Many venues and varying competitions. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Tues.-Sun., July 31-Aug. 5, 2007: Wisconsin Valley Fair in Wausau. Second largest county fair in Wisconsin. Held at Marathon Park in Wausau. Youth projects, exhibits, big name grandstand entertainment, carnival rides. Something for every age and taste. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Tues., Aug. 14, 2007: Children's History Day in Wausau. Historic games, exhibits, Marathon County history, visuals, crafts and activities. Marathon County Historical Museum. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri./Sat., Aug. 17-18, 2007: Big Bull Falls Blues Fest in Wausau. Nationally-known blues performers headline this outdoor music festival at Oak island park in downtown Wausau. Great food and merchandise. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat./Sun., Aug. 18-19, 2007: Little Bull Falls Logging Festival in Wausau. Exhibits, rendezvous, food, entertainment, logging competitions and demonstrations. River park, Mosinee, Wisconsin. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com --Sat./Sun., Aug. 18-19, 2007: Midwest Freestyle Kayak Championships at Whitewater Park in downtown Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com --Fri.-Sun., Aug. 24-26, 2007: North Central Wisconsin Antique Steam & Gas Engine Club Show in Edgar (near Wausau). Gas and steam engine powered machinery on exhibit, flea market, parade, refreshments and music. Kurt Unmus farm, Hwy. N in Edgar. Wausau / Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- September, 2007: Fall Fest and "Exhibitour": Wausau's Gallery Night. Fall season celebration on the City Square in downtown Wausau. Stroll the streets, visit different art galleries inside the front doors of specialty shops. Meet and mingle with the artists-on-site, while sampling tasty gourmet treats. Current exhibit at the Center for Visual Art on display. -- Sat., Sept. 8, 2007: Woodson Art Museum's 29th Master Wildlife Artist, Walter Matia will be represented in Bird in Art by a dozen bronzes that exemplify his highly acclaimed and personal style. On Sat., Sept. 8, 2007, Mr. Matia will present a free public program at 10 a.m. at the Woodson Art Museum. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat./Sun., Sept. 8-9, 2007: Wausau's Artrageous Weekend. Fabulous displays and celebrations of many art media. Held at three venues; Woodson Art Museum, Festival of the Arts in downtown Wausau, and Art in the Park Marathon Park. Pottery, painting, photography, woodcrafts, weaving and stained glass are just a few of the presentations. Live demonstrations, entertainment, food, juried art, ethnic concession stands, children's art area with hands-on activities and demonstrating artists. One of the finest art celebrations anywhere. Lots of great fun for everyone. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat., Sept. 15, 2007: It's your Day: A Women's Event, in Mosinee. Unwind, pamper yourself, experience complimentary services, free samples, fabulous prizes, socialize, eat, and shop. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat., Sept. 29, 2007: OctoBIRDfest at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum in Wausau. Feathery four hours of fun, entertainment, balloons, clowns, face painting, art project, ten-cent games, prizes, a pumpkin patch, food. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat./Sun., Sept. 29-30, 2007: Quilts Among the Pines, 13th Biennial judged quilt show with quilt vendors, raffle quilt, bed turning, demos, merchants, exhibits, food. Greenheck Field House. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- October, 2007: Wausau Snowmobile Grass Drafts. Sanctioned snowmobile and ATV event featuring races, swap meet, food and fun. For dates and times contact: Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- October, 2007: Special Moon Fest Fishing Tournament on Half Moon Lake, Mosinee, WI. Check for specific date and time from the sources in this listing. Multi-species. Prizes and awards. Food and beverage service available. This information is provided courtesy of the Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau. For details, rules and information, Hooksetters Guide Service, 715-693-5843, or Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri./Sun., Oct. 12-14, 2007: Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show. Featuring gems, minerals, fossils, unique displays. Cedar Creek Mall. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sun., Oct. 21, 2007: 28th Annual Central Wisconsin Doll and Toy Show. Dealers, dolls, bears, toys, antiques, collectibles, on-site appraisals and prize drawings. Lunch available on site. Matthews Middle School, Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat., Oct. 27, 2007: Thrillville. Fun galore with pumpkin painting, scarecrow making, costume parade and lots of other fun items. Great Hall on ARTSblock in Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat., Oct. 27, 2007: Thriller, a dance Spooktacular. Wausau Dance Theatre performs a hip-hopping, foot stomping display of skeletons, witches and mummies. Grand Theatre. -- November, 2007: Hmong New Year Celebration. Folk music, culture and talent shows, traditional and modern dance, ethnic foods, sales and displays. For dates and times: Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Wed.-Sat., Nov. 21-24, 2007: Festival of Trees. Decorated trees, wreaths and fireplace mantels available through auction. Benefits Comfort Care and Hospice Services. Refreshments, children's activities, and Breakfast With Santa. All at the Rose Garden. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat. Dec. 1, 2007: Mosinee Christmas parade, Festival and Craft Show. Annual festival features a Holiday craft show at the Mosinee High School, and Breakfast with Santa. Tree lighting ceremony. Christmas parade. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat./Sun., Dec. 1-2, 2007: the Nutcracker. Annual performance of the holiday classic by the Central Wisconsin School of Ballet/Wausau Dance Theatre. Grand Theatre in Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Fri., Dec. 7, 2007: Wausau Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting. Over 100 floats parade through downtown Wausau. Begins at Marathon Park and ends at City Square where Santa will be waiting with hot chocolate and carolers. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Sat., Dec. 8, 2007: Holiday Open House. Holiday craft-making for children, reading of classic Christmas stories, period decorations, including a 1900s Christmas tree at the Yawkey House, special music, refreshments, activities for the whole family. Marathon County Historical Museum. Free and open to all. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com *** Ongoing Wausau/Central Wisconsin Events: -- May to August: State Park Speedway; Watch sno-cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Wisconsin Woodchucks Baseball Games: Competition in the fourteen team Northwoods College League. June through August at historical Athletic park. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Summer Concert Series; Free admission. Organized at various locations in the Wausau/Central Wisconsin area for an evening of summertime enjoyment. Series includes: Concerts in the Clouds at the Rib Mountain State Park Amphitheatre. Concerts in the Garden at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum. Concerts in the Park at the Marathon Park Band Shell. Concerts at River park in Mosinee. Concerts on the Square in downtown Wausau. -- Farmer's Markets: Mosinee Weekly Farmers Market. River Drive Farmers Market. River District Marketplace. Weston Farmers Market. For information, dates, and times of the various farmers markets: Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com -- Seasonal Produce and Activities: Many local growers, farms and orchards feature wonderful seasonal produce, gifts, sleigh rides, hayrides, antiques, petting zoo, walks, and handmade crafts. For a list of the wide variety of these offerings, information, location and dates of operation, contact: Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com Granite Peak Ski Area, Wausau, Wisconsin: While waiting for the 2007-2008 ski and snowboard season, Granite Peak will host many warm-season special events, including weddings, as well as fall chairlift rides to view the colors and scenery from the top of Rib Mountain. Contact Granite Peak at any time to discuss YOUR special warm-season plans and events. Visit SkiGranitePeak.com or call 715-845-2846. ***Upcoming events and activities at Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge on Lake of the Woods, Baudette, Minnesota: NEW EVENT -- Fri. and Sat., May 4 and 5, 2007: First Annual Catch and Release Sturgeon Tournament at Sportsman's Lodge, Baudette, Minnesota: Offering a cash prize (percentage of entries) for the longest sturgeon caught on EACH of the two days. Sturgeon are the largest fish found in Minnesota. Lake of the woods (including The Rainy River near Sportsman's) is one of the few waters in the state that allow sturgeon fishing; this is a great way to get out and fish a week before Minnesota's walleye fishing season opens -- and Sportsman's Lodge on Rainy River is the perfect place to begin your sturgeon adventure. For special per person packages including tournament registration, banquet, fishing, lodging, and meals; as well as specifics regarding this unique tournament, which is being put on with the cooperation and support of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Contact Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- Sat., May 12, 2007: Aaarrghh! Second annual Pirate Party at Sportsman's Lodge. Join all your mates for a memorable way to bring in the walleye season opener: Games like "Rum Redemption" and "Walk the Plank" along with an awesome treasure hunt and costume party will provide "loads of fun and loot." Live entertainment by Whiskey Johnson. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- June, 2007: The entire month of June offers several wonderful community events in the Lake of the Woods area: Sat. June 2, 2007, Baudette's Willie Walleye Day; Sun., June 3, 2007, Zippel Bay State Park Open House; Sat., June 16, 2007, Wildflower Celebration; Sun., June 24, 2007, Old Settler's Picnic at Norris Camp. All these events are open to the public and provide great opportunities to explore the area around Sportsman's Lodge on the Rainy River. We have great, affordable accommodations for singles and families, along with some of the finest fishing opportunities in North America. Call us for information and reservations. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- Wed., July 4, 2007: Old Fashioned 4th of July in Baudette (MN). A grand parade, games and races. Food vendors and merchants join the fun which is capped off with a street dance on Main Street and a tremendous fireworks display over the Baudette Bay. Sportsman's Lodge is proud to be a part of the Baudette community and offers unmatched accommodations, food, beverage and services for all. Come and enjoy everything in our beautiful Lake of the Woods area, and stay over for great fishing. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- Sat./Sun., Aug. 4-5, 2007: Northwest Angle (MN) Blueberry Festival. Feast on blueberries and various blueberry goodies and recipes freshly prepared, and experience some grand fishing while you're at this annual event. Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge is located 40 miles out on Lake of the Woods -- like a remote Canadian fly-in destination, with all the amenities. Don't miss this super event, which is held in conjunction with the annual chili cook off. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- Fri./Sat., Aug. 24-25, 2007: Sportsman's Lodge Third Annual Biker Rally. A great biker get-together. Fishing and fun for all! Motorcycle raffle for a Polaris Victory. Pig roast. Wrestling. Wet tee-shirt dunk tank; extended fun run, games, "ride and bite" along with the "pickle licking" contest. The best walleye fishing anywhere, along with super accommodations, food, drink and entertainment galore. Near 200 bikes will attend. Join us. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- September, 2007: September means the opening of bear and waterfowl season in the Lake of the Woods area. Call us for information about permit applications and make your reservations now. We've got great guides and some of the greatest hunting opportunities in North America, with hundreds of thousands of acres of pristine public hunting land. Quack Addicts, the affiliated hunting club of Sportsman's Lodge has access to thousands of acres of prime waterfowl hunting land to guide you to your bag limit. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- Sat./Sun., Sept. 15-16, 2007: Rainy River Giant Pumpkin Festival. Annual celebration of gardening and GIANT pumpkin growing. Help us celebrate a bountiful harvest, experience some fabulous fall fishing on Lake of the Woods, and stay with us at Sportsman's Lodge. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- Fri.-Sun., Sept. 21-23, 2007: 18th Annual Hands Across the Border Oktoberfest in Baudette, MN. Live bands, smorgasbord, craft fair, pancakes and sausage breakfast, polka mass Sunday morning, and authentic German food throughout the weekend. Wonderful way to celebrate the fall harvest and proud German heritage that runs deep in the local community. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- Sat., Oct. 27, 2007: Sportsman's Lodge Annual Halloween Party. A "spook-tacular" event. Shocking drink specials, a ghoulish costume contest, frightfully exciting games, and devilishly good prizes. Haunted house décor throughout the lodge. The only thing you'll be afraid of is having too much fun! Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- November is the time for gun deer hunters to get up to Sportsman's Lodge. The opening of the firearms deer/hunting season is a great time to enjoy access to over one million acres of state land, open for public use. Make your reservations now, and "reserve" that trophy buck. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- Sat. Nov. 10, 2007: Third Annual Women's Night Out at Sportsman's Lodge. While the men are away, the ladies will play! Join your friends for a day and evening of wine, great food, special on-site shopping and pampering, games, workshops, door prizes, all in the name of great women everywhere. Spa experience, relaxation, no worries/no agendas – just relax and enjoy yourself. Guys: Make a special reservation for that special woman in your life -- she'll love you for it! This is one memorable experience no woman will want to miss. Contact Diana Hennum for information and reservations. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -- Have walleye, will travel! Gregg Hennum and his Sportsman's Lodge crew do walleye feeds for corporate get-togethers, special events, celebrations, promotions, meetings and "happy times" of all sorts – they'll bring it to you! Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, 3244 Bur Oak Rd., NW, Baudette, MN 56623; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com Contact info for each area: *Rice Lake Tourism & Retail Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail: info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com * Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau; phone: 888-948-4748; 715-355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web: www.visitwausau.com. * Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge, Baudette, MN; phone: 800-862-8602, or 218-634-1342; e-mail: sportsmans@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com -30- -- EXTRA-SPECIAL ANNUAL HAPPENING: Ice Palace Construction and Ongoing Display in
Eagle River, Wis. -- by Volunteer Fire Department and many other volunteers. A decades-long
tradition in Eagle River. Built between Christmas and mid-January each year (weather
permitting), Eagle River's Annual Ice Castle is now constructed by the Eagle River
Area Fire Department and other volunteers. More than 2,600 eleven-inch blocks of
ice are cut from Eagle River's Silver Lake and transported to downtown Eagle River;
put together differently each time for a magnificent edifice. Back-lit at night in
vivid colors. Fun to watch ice cut, castle construction, and then, Eagle River's
Ice Palace stands all season long, into March (weather permitting). Eagle River, Wisconsin's Annual Ice Palace! The Ice Palace of Eagle River has been a tradition for more than fifty years! (Including a few years when it was not constructed because the ice wasn't ready in time)! The palace is constructed by the Eagle River area Fire Department and many other volunteers. The people involved put in over 700 man hours to make this structure possible. With a new design every year, its size varies. It is constructed with over 2,750 nine inch blocks of ice that are cut out of Silver Lake when the weather permits, and is lit at night by dozens of colored flood lights. The blocks weigh approximately 50 pounds each, and are loaded on pickup trucks at the lake and hauled to the downtown location. The structure is put together every year between Christmas and New Year's in (downtown) Eagle River's Riverview Park. Located along a main street, and a snowmobile trail, everyone enjoys stopping to have their picture taken in front of Eagle River's magnificent ice edifice. The Ice Palace stands for several weeks -- its lifespan is dependent on the weather -- so when it warms, the structure is taken down. This beautiful palace is proof of the wonderful volunteers in the Eagle River community that enjoy enhancing the beauty of their city! For more information: Eagle River Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center; 1-800-359-6315; 715-479-8575; 715-479-6400. e-mail: info@eagle-river.com; website: http://www.eagle-river.com OLDIES BUT GOODIES... Click on Headlines (below) to go to stories... ...Privy Parade, Vintage Vehicles, Historic Happenings & Class Parties on Tap For Eagle River's Week-Long All-School Reunion & Sesquicentennial Celebration August 8-15, 1998. ...Berry Good Time Will Be Had at Eagle River's Annual Cranberry Fest Privy Parade, Vintage Vehicles, Historic Happenings & Class Parties on Tap For Eagle River's Week-Long All-School Reunion & Sesquicentennial Celebration Attendees Coming from All Over the World A week-long "Chain of Eventsä will unfold in Eagle River Aug. 8-15 (1998), when former classmates of every age & grade will return to their "old-home-townä in northern Wisconsin for an All-School Reunion & Sesquicentennial Celebration. To date, more than 500 participants, representing 60 different graduating classes, are coming from 32 states (including Alaska & Hawaii), Canada, and Germany. The oldest attendee will be 100 this year and the youngest will start school in 2002! "There'll be "something special every day,ä say Sharon Benda, Tourism & Hospitality Coordinator, and Cathy McGinnis, Events Coordinator for the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center. Events kick off on Aug. 7 & 8, with an Antique Show and "Portraits of Wisconsinä (an original sesqui- centennial play by Eagle River's 1998 Creative Writing Class); continue with multiple reunion activities through the week, includling the privy parade; & culminate with Vilas County's Annual Fair Aug. 13-16. Individual classes will hold their own reunions on Sat., Aug. 8. The combined, "All School Homecomingä is Sun., Aug. 9, at the high school, with tours, teachers; music, lectures, formal program, and picnic lunch. On Aug. 10, Eagle River will dedicate its new Historical Museum at Trees for Tomorrow. Aug. 11 will have shopping & touring during the day, with the Privy and Old Car Parade scheduled for 7 p.m. in downtown Eagle River, followed by an "Old-Tyme Street Dance.ä "The privy parade will include a series of privy floats by each class, pulled by vintage cars of the year they graduated,ä says Benda, herself a long-time Eagle resident and reunion participant. "I'll bet there's never been a parade like this,ä she smiles. "I've even searched the area for privies in case classes needed them; it's a subject of archaeological interest; I know everyone is going to have a lot of fun with this.ä On Aug. 12, there'll be Native American storytelling and music at the Eagle River library, and old timers are invited to stop by and chat with visitors. Aug. 13 is the Downtown Business Association's Annual Sidewalk Sale and Aug. 14 is the "Homecoming Golf Outing.ä There'll be an art show and sale throughout the week; the 37th Annual Youth Days Auction will run Thurs. through Sat. (Aug. 13-15); and the County Fair runs Aug. 13-16. We're also encouraging visitors to tour our historical boathouses and buildings on Eagle River's Chain of 28 lakes (largest chain of freshwater lakes in the world); hike, bike, boat, fish, antique, shop, or do whatever typical tourists would do in our area,ä McGinnis adds. "EVERYONE is invited to attend our historical, grand celebration,ä says Eagle River's Mayor and Chamber Director Dan Meyer. "Wisconsin's 150th birthday is a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate how great Wisconsin people are, in general, and the Eagle River people are, in particular,ä Meyer concludes. For more information, contact the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, Box 218, Eagle River, Wisconsin 54521-0218; 800-359-6315, Ext. C.; e-mail: info@eagle-river.com; website: www.eagle-river.com -30- An Ode to Christmas in Northern Wisconsin... Winter, 1997-1998). By Naomi K. Shapiro, Creative Brilliance (With a nod -- or glare -- to El Nino)... "T'was the night before Christmas and all through the north... Resort owners were wond'ring what snow would be worth... The snowmobiles were lined by the trailways with care.. In hopes that the snowbase soon would be there... When up in our woods there arose such a clatter, I sprang from my desk and said, this shortfall will matter... Unless we can keep those snowmobiles humming. We've got to do something to keep people coming. Our snow is in New Mexico! And the responsible party is El Nino. We've got to plan and promote and open our mouth To keep our profits from going south! We've got to do something to save our dough, So let's plan great things on the ice, not the snow. So plan we did, and here's what we've gotten... Activities on ice... on Lake Namakagon. Treasure hunts, speed runs, fishing, and more. Scavenger hunts, prizes, and fun are in store... So come to Northern Wisconsin, there's always good reason. Packers, Cheeseheads, great recreation all season. May your winter be merry when you spend it here... In particular, in Wisconsin's north tier. And you'll hear us exclaim as we behold this great sight... Merry tourism to all... we made lemonade from our plight. By Naomi K. Shapiro, Creative Brilliance ©Naomi K. Shapiro, 2005, all rights reserved. |
| Eagle River, Wisconsin, To Continue
"Historic Boathouses & Buildings" Self-Guided and Guided Tours on Its
Chain of 28-Lakes Boathouses of Historic/Architectural Interest, Plus One Featured in a Movie, One Used As a Nunnery In a tour anchoring Eagle River's historical boathouses, the heritage of Wisconsin's Northwoods, and the Eagle River Chain of 28 Lakes, Eagle River will this fall again launch its "Boathouses of Vilas County...Eagle River" promotion, including mapped, self-guided waterway tours designed to take visitors past dozens of magnificent turn-of-the-century boathouses brimming with history and unique architecture. Sites of interest along the waterway include the boathouse featured in the movie, Omen II; a boathouse that served as a chapel for Our Sisters of Mercy, Sunset Point; boathouses that still harbor antique boats and artifacts; and boathouses significant in Eagle River's tourism and industrial development. The original Boathouse Promotion was funded, in part, by a JEM (Joint Effort Marketing) Grant from the State's Department of Tourism. Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson said: "We're pleased to join efforts with the Eagle River Chamber of Commerce to support 'The Boathouses of Vilas County... Eagle River' as a unique fall activity and opportunity for travelers to experience the history and beauty of Eagle River's Chain of Lakes." A fold-out map featuring locations and descriptions of the dozens of historical boathouses; coupons with discounts from area lodging facilities, restaurants and services, including watercraft rental businesses; and Eagle River Vacation Planning Books, were available from: Eagle River Bureau of Information, 116 S. Railroad St., Dept. CB Eagle River, WI 54521; 1-800-359-6315, ext. CB; 715-479-8575, ext. CB. e-mail: info@eagle-river.com website address: http://www.eagle-river.com -30- |
| Berry Good Time To Be Had at Eagle
River's Annual Cranberry Fest Activities Include Bog & Winery Tours, Fitness Events, Cranberry Foods, Goods & Cookoffs, Exhibits, Auction, Craft Show, Petting Zoo, etc. Visitors to Eagle River's Annual Cranberry Fest can join the locals to eat, drink, wear, bake, and decorate with cranberries, tour the cranberry bogs and area winery, participate in cranberry cookoff events, and visit all kinds of exhibits. "A wide array of cranberry-related foods will be available," says Eagle River Chamber of Commerce Executive, Conrad "Connie" Heeg, "including fresh cranberries, the World's Largest cranberry cheese-cake, hot spiced cranapple drink, gourmet cranberry meatballs, cranberry chili, cranberry mustard, lots of fresh baked goods, and more." The two-day event will also feature a cranberry fitness walk-run-or-bike; continuous entertainment starting with a big kick-off dance Friday evening, bus tours of area bogs and cranberry winery; and petting zoo for the kids. Shuttle buses will transport visitors to the various activities in the Eagle River area during Cranberry Fest. The bake-off features competitions in breads, main courses, and beverages. (A cookbook of previous prize-winning recipes is available for $6.50 from the Chamber of Commerce by writing Box 1917CB Eagle River, Wisconsin 54521). There'll also be a Bog Bridge Tournament; weaving exhibit; photo contest; auction; and huge craft show. "This is a celebration of northern Wisconsin's number one fruit crop and the goodness and joy of Wisconsin's entire fall harvest season," Heeg smiles. "We try to insure that everyone -- singles, seniors, and families with kids -- will enjoy the varied activities, and also learn about the history and importance of cranberries to the Eagle River area." And, since some 15,000 people generally attend this two-day annual event, Heeg recommends early reservations to insure lodging and facilities of choice. For further information about Eagle River's Cranberry Fest, contact the Eagle River Chamber of Commerce or the Eagle River Information Bureau at 1-800-359-6315, Ext. CB; or (715) 479-8575, Ext. CB. Write P.O. Box 218CB, Eagle River, Wisconsin 54521. e-mail: info@eagleriver.org website address: http://www.eagleriver.org -30- |