Take a breath . . . leave the world behind . . . prepare to be swept away.
Experience a few moments of well-deserved serenity through the wonder of
countless stars in a nighttime sky, the warmth and comfort of a campfire, the mysterious
call of a loon, or the promise held in the morning sun as it rises over the pines.
Explore the wild side with a trek through a forest teeming with life, a scenic canoe ride
down the river, the joy of catching your limit, the roar of many horses as trucks thunder
into turn one, or the exhilarating feel of hitting the jackpot.
Embark on an adventure of your own making. Whether you crave relaxation,
adventure, excitement, culture or history, Forest County can make your experience
one to remember.
— Winda Collins
by Winda Collins
Photo by Jeffrey Keeble
Featuring a variety of our
2013 Facebook Photo Contest entries
showcasing Forest County!
With assistance from the
Forest County Tourism Commission,
Including the City of Crandon and the towns
of Hiles, Laona and Lincoln.
For tourism and additional event information, please click or call:
VisitForestCounty.com
Forest County Chamber of Commerce
116 S. Lake Avenue, Crandon, WI 54520
Toll Free: 1-800-334-3387 or 715-478-3450
Wabeno Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 105, Wabeno, WI 54566 715-473-2311
Forest County Advertising Committee
200 E. Madison, Crandon, WI 54520
Toll Free: 1-866-722-7292 or 715-478-2212
This publication was published by Diverse Design Group for and under the direction
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Table of Contents
A Capsule of History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Forest County Courthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Forest County Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2013 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Things to See and Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Forest County Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
The Crandon Water Shows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Forest County Motorsports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
Taverns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19
Snowmobile Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cross-Country Ski Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Mountain Biking Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Hiking Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23
Birding and Nature Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Forest County Recreational Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25
Public ATV Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Canoe Routes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Campgrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Rustic Roads and Auto Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Forest County Lakes and Trout Streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Our Communities:
Alvin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Forest County Potawatomi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Argonne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Armstrong Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Blackwell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Cavour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Sokaogon Chippewa Mole Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
City of Crandon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Hiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Laona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-39
Pickerel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Wabeno . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Area Churches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Business Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-47
Area Telephone Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Photo by Mikala Smith
Photo by Jeffrey Keeble
A Capsule of Forest County History
Before the Civil War, Forest County was primarily inhabited by
the Chippewa and other Native Americans, and was visited by
traveling fur traders and trappers, most of whom were of
French descent or mixed French and Indian heritage. During
the 1860s, the federal government started construction of what
is known as the Military Road. This road connected Green Bay
and Fort Wilkins at Copper Harbor on the tip of the Keweenaw
Peninsula. Previously, rivers had served as the highways to this
section of northeastern Wisconsin.
Military Road made travel through Forest County easier, but
marketing of its principal resource, hardwood timber, had to
wait for improved markets and rail service to transport the lumber. Unlike the pine that was logged elsewhere, the heavier hardwood logs would not float in the rivers to sawmills downstate.
The Soo Line Railroad bisected Forest County in 1887, and
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provided rail service to areas adjacent to Argonne, Cavour, and
Armstrong Creek, but it was still not profitable to move logs by
horse-drawn sleigh for any distance to a railhead. Eventually, the
Chicago and Northwestern Railroad, lured by land holdings
given to them by the government, pushed rail service into the
county. It created a north-south line on the eastern side of the
county in the 1890s with a spur into Crandon just after the turn
of the century. Sawmills sprang up like mushrooms after a rain
and lumber was shipped to build America’s cities. By the 1930s,
the timber supply waned and the Great Depression shut down
most of the big mills. It was then that residents of what came to
be called the “cutover lands” realized the value of the many lakes
and miles of streams located in Forest County. The tourist trade
joined logging and saw milling as part of the economic mainstay
of the North, and it remains so today.
Photo contest winner: Amanda Collette
Forest County Profile
Size: 1,014.1 square miles
• Public lands – 59%
• Private lands – 84% forested, 5% agricultural usage
• 824 lakes, sixth highest number of lakes in the state
Population (2010 Census): 9,304
Median Age: 44.1 years
Top Ten Employers After Largest Economic Sector:
• Forest County Potawatomi Community, 500-999 Employees
• Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel, 100-249 Employees
• School District of Crandon, 100-249 Employees
• County of Forest, 100-249 Employees
• Sokaogon Gaming Enterprises Corp., 100-249 Employees
• WD Flooring, 100-249 Employees
• J. Schaefer Ent., 50-99 Employees
• Arizconsin Group, Inc., 50-99 Employees
• School District of Wabeno Area, 50-99 Employees
• USDA Forest Service, 50-99 Employees
• Nu-Roc Community Healthcare, Inc., 50-99 Employees
Total Number of Homes (2010 Census): 8,970
• Percent for seasonal, recreational or occasional use: 53%
• Median value owner-occupied housing,
(2005-2009 ACS est.) $120,619.00
Largest Economic Sectors: Forestry, tourism, government
and Native American enterprises
Educational Facilities: Enrollment as of 2013 school year
• K-12 (public)
Crandon School District, approx. 948
Goodman-Armstrong Creek School District, approx. 141
Laona School District, approx. 231
Wabeno School District, approx. 465
• University of Wisconsin – Extension Office, Courthouse,
Crandon
• Nicolet Area Technical College, Rhinelander
Medical Facilities:
• Ministry Medical Group, Crandon Office
• Mole Lake Clinic, Mole Lake
• Laona Family Health Center, Laona
• Forest County Potawatomi Health & Wellness Center
• Crandon Chiropractic, Crandon
• Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center, Crandon
• Connor Human Restoration, Crandon
Dental Facilities:
• Forest County Potawatomi Health & Wellness Center
• Klockow Dental Clinic, Wabeno
Nursing Homes:
• Arizconsin Group, Inc., Crandon
• Nu-Roc Nursing Home, Laona
Community Facilities:
• Post Offices – Argonne, Crandon, Laona, Wabeno,
Armstrong Creek
• Newspaper – The Forest Republican, weekly; and,
Potawatomi Traveling Times, twice monthly
• Shopper – The Pioneer Express, weekly
• Public Libraries – Crandon, Laona, Wabeno
• Airport – 2 miles south of Crandon, 3500-ft. year-round
lighted runway and, 25 miles west of Crandon,
Rhinelander Airport
Forest County Courthouse
The original frame house used as the Forest County
Courthouse was deemed inadequate and a building committee was formed. This committee was surrounded in controversy and was soon replaced by a new one. (A painting of the
original frame house can be seen today on the inside of the
courthouse dome.) This new committee was said to be very
involved in the project, watching it quite closely every step of
the way. During the construction, which began in 1909, a
building located just off Lake Avenue on Madison Street
served as a temporary courthouse and jail.
The committee hired a man from Rhinelander as
overseer of the project, and the agreement was that he got
paid only if the project came in on budget and on time. It
was said there were some difficulties with the architect,
and that there were many, many committee meetings.
Minutes from one of these meetings referred to the redoing of the southeast wall due to substandard workmanship.
There were squabbles over the expensive marble flooring,
and one over the cost of the half window on the second
floor of the north side, which cost $3.95 at that time. Some
rooms still have the wide wooden blinds, which were
ordered from Matt Ross’ furniture store. Ross was married
to Grace Shaw, daughter of Samuel Shaw, the founding
father of the City of Crandon. The building was finally
completed and was dedicated in 1911. Some people in the
county did not even know of the new building until it was
completed, and many scoffed at the $55,000 cost.
The current first floor was the basement and the second
floor was the entrance to the courthouse. There was a series
of circular stairways to get to the basement floor, which
served as the vault at the time. The vault area was later
opened up and converted to much needed office space.
Construction of the jail began in 1910, and the south
addition, Annex 1, was built in 1966. The north addition,
Annex 2, was built in 1978. The new jail was constructed
in 1997.
Toll-Free: 1- 800-334-3387
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2014 Calendar of Events
JANUARY
JUNE
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18
6-8
11
18
25
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Tombstone Pickerel Snow Club Chili Ride In, 12-5 pm, Clubhouse, Pickerel
Laona Lions Predator Hunt & Fundraiser, 1 pm, Mudslingers, Cavour
Crandon Lions Club Fishoree, Lake Metonga & Crandon Community
Building, Crandon
Vintage Snowmobile Ride, 10 am, T-Bob's Bar, Laona
LMT Snowmobile Club Ride In & Chicken Booyah, 12-5 pm,
Frog Alley Inn, Pickerel
4th Annual Homemade Sled & Shovel Race, 12 pm, East Hill, Crandon
FEBRUARY
1
1
1-2
8
8
22
22
Hiles Pine Lake Fishoree, Pine Lake, Hiles
Sno-Mo Wheelers Poker Run, Beachside Bar & Grill, Crandon
T.R.A.I.L.S. Pow Wow, Mole Lake
Trump Lake Fishoree, Trump Lake Pavilion, Wabeno
Relay For Life Team "My Wish" Ice Bowling, Waters Edge Lodge,
Lake Lucerne, Crandon
2nd Annual Laona VFW & Volunteer Fire Dept. Fishoree,
Silver Lake Beach, Laona
Winterfest Party with Pack 'Em Inn at Beachside Bar & Grill,
Lake Metonga, Crandon
MARCH
14-16
Forest County Potawatomi Winter's End PowWow, Crandon School
APRIL
4 -6
4 -5
19
WOHVA Annual Meeting, Mole Lake Casino Lodge Conference Center
4th Annual Gutter Bowl To Strike Out Cancer, Super Bowl & Bar, Crandon
Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt, 12 pm, Forest Co. Courthouse Square, Crandon
MAY
3
24-25
25
26
26
26
6
3rd Annual Kentucky Derby Party to benefit the Forest County
Humane Society, Pack 'Em Inn, Crandon
Wabeno K-9 Community Benefit and Book Sale, Firefighters Park, Wabeno
Cavour Lions Club Trap Shoot, Mudslingers, Cavour
Memorial Day Service, Main Street, Wabeno
Memorial Day Observance Ceremony and Lunch, Hiles
Marine Corps League Cookout Fundraiser, Main Street, Wabeno
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14
15
20
20
28-29
Dual Sports Riders Ride for Research, Wabeno Fairgrounds, Wabeno
Crandon Water Shows 2014 Season Begins, 6:30 pm, Lake Lucerne at
Water's Edge Lodge, Crandon
Wheel’N N Deal’N Bicycle Poker Run, Relay For Life Fundraiser,
Downtown Crandon
Forest Co. ATV & LMT Snowmobile Club Fundraiser, Firefighters Park, Wabeno
Strawberry Moon Pow Wow, Mole Lake
Camp 5 Lumberjack Steam Train 2014 Season Begins, Camp 5 Museum, Laona
4th Annual Shank Open Golf Tournament, 10 am, Nicolet Country Club, Laona
Forest Co. Potawatomi Brush Run Off-Road Races, Crandon International
Off-Road Raceway, Crandon
JULY
5
5
5
11-13
11
12-13
12
12
12
12
13
17-19
17-19
18
19
19
19
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19
25-26
26
26
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Crandon Fire Dept. 4th Of July Celebration, Parade at noon & fireworks at dusk,
Downtown Crandon
Lake Metonga Association Boat Parade, Beachside Bar & Grill,
Lake Metonga, Crandon
4th of July Celebration Bed Races, 11 am, Lake Avenue, Crandon
Wabeno Steam Up Days, downtown Wabeno
Steam Up Days Dance, Wabeno
Wabeno Rescue Squad Loggers Breakfast, Wabeno
Camp 5 Lumberjack Steam Train Cowboy Re-Enactment, Laona
Presbyterian Womens Pie Sale, Firefighters Park, Wabeno
Wabeno Annual Library Book Sale on Lawn, 9 am-3 pm, Wabeno
Arts and Craft Sale, Main Street, Wabeno
Horseshoe Tournament, Firefighters Park, Wabeno
WOHVA Jeep Jamboree USA, Mole Lake
3rd Annual Biker Rally & Poker Run to benefit DAV, Pack 'Em Inn, Crandon
Relay For Life of Forest County, 6 pm, Cardinal Park, Crandon
Crandon Lions Summerfest & Boat Sinking, Crandon City Beach,
Lake Metonga, Crandon
DAV WW11 Honor Flight Poker Run, Wabeno
Laona Fire Dept. Family Fun Day, Laona
Timberworks Lumberjack Show at Camp 5 Lumberjack Steam Train, Laona
WI Mycological Society Summer Foray, Hiles
Hiles Fire Dept. Trap Shoot, Hiles
4th Annual Art Festival, 8 pm, Big Easel Gallery, Wabeno
Armstrong Creek Polish Heritage Days, Armstrong Creek
Kentuck Day Festival, 10 am-4 pm, Forest County Courthouse Square, Crandon
Kentuck Klassic Car Show, 9 am, downtown Crandon
3rd Annual Moonshine Run 5k, 9 am, Crandon
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Photo by Bridget Lykins
Photo by Winda Collins
Photo by Carrie Kulinski
AUGUST
NOVEMBER
1
2
8
14-16
2
2-3
3
3
5
9
9-10
14-16
16
16-17
16
23
29
29-31
30-31
Wabeno Family Fun Night and Street Dance, Wabeno
Lake Lucerne Family Fun Day & Auction, Lake Lucerne Association Pavilion,
Crandon
Hacker Classic Golf Tourney, Nicolet Country Club, Laona
Footstock, Peshtigo Lake, Crandon
Laona Community Soup, 12 pm, Silver Lake Beach, Laona
Laona Souper Run 5k, Laona
National Night Out, 5 -7:30 pm, Forest Co. Sheriff's Dept.
Argonne Fire Dept Family Fun Day, Argonne Pavilion, Argonne
Rummage-O-Rama Weekend, Wabeno Area
WOHVA Great Northern Trail Ride, Mole Lake
Walleye Fundraiser, 12-6 pm, Trump Lake Pavilion, Wabeno
Forest Co. Potawatomi Mno Keno Ma Ge Wen Pow Wow, Carter
2nd Annual Forest Co. K-9 Fundraiser Golf Outing, Nicolet Country Club,
Laona. 4 person teams/best ball. $60 per person
Camp 5 Lumberjack Steam Train 2014 Regular Season Ends, Laona
World Championship Off-Road Race Parade, Downtown Crandon
World Championship Off-Road Races®, Crandon International
Off-Road Raceway, Crandon
Wabeno K-9 Rummage and Book Sale Fundraiser, 8 am to 2 pm,
Firefighters Park, Wabeno
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Marine Corps Birthday/Veterans Party, Wabeno
Holiday Open House, Hayes Metals, Flowers From The Heart,
She's All That!, & Tricia's Treasures, Crandon
Crantucky Doe Fest, 10 am-3 pm, Northwoods Rec Center
(old Crandon High School), Crandon
DECEMBER
6
6
13
Wabeno Winterfest, 12 pm, Wabeno Town Hall, Wabeno
Wabeno Winterfest Chili Cook Off Contest, 12 pm, American Legion Hall,
Wabeno
Breakfast with Santa, 8-11 am, Crandon School District, Crandon
SEPTEMBER
1
20
20
26-28
27
27-28
Marine Corps League Cookout Fundraiser, Wabeno
Art In The Square, 10 am-4 pm, Forest County Courthouse Square, Crandon
Camp 5 Lumberjack Stean Train Fall Festival, Laona
Dual Sport "Big Woods 200" Off Road Event, Wabeno Fairgrounds, Wabeno
Camp 5 Lumberjack Steam Train Fall Festival, Laona
Wabeno Homecoming Harvest Festival Weekend, Wabeno
OCTOBER
4
4
11
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Lake Metonga Association Walleye Banquet
Camp 5 Lumberjack Steam Train Fall Festival & Cowboy Re-Enactment,
Laona
Fall Festival of Leaves, Wabeno Friends, Wabeno
Trick Or Treat !! 4-6 pm, Crandon
AREA EVENT CONTACTS
Please call to confirm as some dates are tentative.
Forest County Chamber of Commerce
715-478-3450 or 800-334-3387
Forest County Advertising Committee
715-478-2212 or 866-722-7292
Toll-Free: 1- 800-334-3387
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Photo by Gary Mueller
Things to See and Do in Forest County
ATV Trails - Ongoing development of several miles of routes and trails. See page 26.
Auto Tours - Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest auto tours through Forest, Oneida,
and Vilas Counties, including the Heritage Drive National Forest Scenic Byway. See page 28.
Crandon Water Ski Shows - Summer water ski shows on Lake Lucerne, June
through August, by the Crandon Water Ski Club. See page 11.
Cross Country Skiing - See page 21.
Bald Eagle Sightings - Take a walk or drive through miles of back roads with an eye
to the sky, looking for that familiar white head. Mole Lake south of Crandon on Hwy. 55, and
Peshtigo and Clear Lakes are favorite spots for these majestic birds.
Dinesen House - This restored 140 year old log cabin was a stopping point along the
military road connecting Fort Howard near Green Bay to Fort Wilkens in Copper Harbor, Michigan
for mail carriers. It is located on Highway 55 in Mole Lake.
Beaches/Picnic Areas - Located throughout the county, including Crandon Municipal
Beach (north end of Lake Metonga), and Silver Lake Beach (one mile west of Laona).
Downhill Skiing - Iron River is a 45-minute drive away.
Biking - Many biking enthusiasts choose Forest County for their autumn biking. County
highways offer beautiful color viewing while biking. See page 21.
Elvoy Spring Pond - Natural brook trout fishing is available from a wheelchair
accessible pier located west of Alvin off of FS 2193.
Fishing - Some of the best fishing in the area is available county wide, with an endless
choice of lakes and streams. A wheelchair accessible pier is located on East Lakeview Street
on Lake Metonga (Crandon). For a list of lakes and trout streams, see page 29.
Forest County Veterans Memorial - A beautiful tribute to area veterans.
Located in the Courthouse Square, Crandon. Don’t forget to also visit the Northwoods
Veterans Museum on Lake Avenue in Crandon.
Forest County Veterans Memorial Park Campground - Located 4 miles
south of Crandon on Lake Metonga. It offers camping sites, boat landing, fishing pier, picnic
areas, volleyball courts, and swimming area.
Fountain of Youth Memorial - A beautiful stone gazebo with a water fountain
inside and a garden surrounding it, all in memory of the young lives that were lost in 2007.
Located at the corner of Hazeldell Avenue and Washington Street in Crandon.
Camp 5 Cowboy Re-enactment
Camp 5 Lumberjack Steam Train - Laona; listed on the National Register of
Historic Places. Open seasonally Monday-Saturday. See pages 9 and 10.
Camping - Several Forest Service Campgrounds, county, and privately owned campgrounds are available throughout the County. See page 28.
Canoe / Kayaking - Most area lakes. Rentals available. See page 27.
Chief Willard Ackley Memorial - Located on Highway 55 in Mole Lake.
Colorama - Autumn has a special name here - Colorama. It’s a special time in Wisconsin’s
north, from September 15 – October 15. It’s a time to reflect on the peace of the forest, lakes
and rivers, when nature paints Forest County in a myriad of hues.
Courthouse Square, Crandon - Enjoy viewing 40 different species of trees from
all over the state. It features a park with a deer pen, the historic Forest County Courthouse,
and the Veteran’s Memorial.
Crandon International Off-Road Raceway - Home of the Brush Run and the
World Championship Off-Road Races®. See pages 12 and 13.
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Geocaching - High tech treasure hunt played around the world by adventurers equipped
with a GPS. Retrieve coordinates of sites from www.geocaching.com and search for hidden
“caches” around Forest County.
Golfing - Two public courses: The Nicolet Country Club, Hwy. 8 west of Laona (see page
35), and Maplewood Golf Course, located in Pickerel on Hwy. 55. Driving range also available
at Crandon International Off-Road Raceway on Highway 8 West of Crandon. See page 16.
Hiking Trails - See pages 22 and 23.
Historic Courthouse Tour and Downtown Walking Tour - Two self-guided tours through the historic Forest County Courthouse and around historic downtown
Crandon. Informational and tour brochures available at the Forest County Chamber of
Commerce.
Hunting - Great hunting opportunities abound throughout the county and ChequamegonNicolet National Forest: white tailed deer, black bear, wild turkey, ruffed grouse, coyote and
duck just to name a few. Seasons listed at http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/. Hunting trail maps
available at the County Forestry Office, 715-478-3475.
Ice Skating - In the winter months Cardinal Park in Crandon offers a skating rink.
Kovac Planetarium - A globe style planetarium and Mud Creek Observatory. Discover
the planets, stars, galaxies, and Earth’s place in the cosmos. Located on Hwy. 8, 9 miles west
of Crandon. For reservations, call 715-487-4411. See page 10.
Logging Museum - Nostalgic copy of 1938 logging camp located in Wabeno.
Loons - The haunting call of the loon is a symbol of the northwoods and has been heard for
centuries in Forest County.
Mecikalski Stovewood Building - Restoration of an unusual turn-of-the-century
stovewood general store. This building houses a piece of history from an early era. Travel
south on Hwy. 55 out of Crandon. Turn right on County Road B and continue west to get to
Jennings.
Mole Lake Historical Marker - Sioux and Chippewa (Ojibwe) battled over control
of the wild rice beds in 1806. They are now the last remaining ancient wild rice beds in the
state of Wisconsin. Historic markers note the site on Hwy. 55.
Mole Lake Casino - Welcome to Las Vegas style gambling in the beautiful northwoods.
The gaming fun and excitement starts with video poker, slot machines and blackjack tables.
Open 7 days a week. Located on Hwy. 55, south of Crandon, in Mole Lake.
Mountain Biking - Trails on page 21.
Photo by Gary Mueller
Museums - See page 10
Chequamengon-Nicolet National Forest Ranger Station - Located on
Hwy. 8 west of Laona.
Self-Guided Nature Trails - Available throughout the county. Bird watching,
hiking, and walking routes are listed. See pages 22-23.
Outdoor Rifle/Archery Range - Aaron “Chunk” Smith Archery Complex just east of Senior Snoop Shop - Handicrafts consigned and manned by dedicated seniors.
Open Memorial – Labor Day, Courthouse Square.
Crandon, off of Highway 8.
Phoenix Steam Hauler - Wabeno, See page 41.
Sledding - East Hill on East Glen Street in Crandon, or any other sled worthy hill.
Playgrounds - Several located throughout Forest County including: Cardinal Park on East
Madison Street, Crandon, Municipal Beach at the north end of Lake Metonga, Centennial Park
on Beech Street in Laona and Palmer Park on West Washington, Crandon. Wabeno playground
behind the logging museum on Highway 32.
Snowmobile Trails - Over 400 miles of trails. See page 20.
Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel - Over 12,000 square feet of exciting gaming
including video poker, slots, blackjack, craps, roulette, three-card poker and Let It Ride, as
well as bingo. It offers a full-service lounge and two restaurants. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week. Located on Hwy. 32 in Carter, WI. See pages 14 and back cover.
Snowshoeing - All of the great hiking trails, page 18, in Forest County can be well
utilized in the winter by snowshoe. See page 22.
Sugar Bush Hill - Fourth highest point in Wisconsin at 1,950 feet, 5 miles east of
Crandon on Hwy. 8.
Tennis - Cardinal Park, on East Madison St., Crandon offers two courts and Wabeno has two
courts available downtown.
Pow Wows - The Mole Lake Sokaogon Chippewa and the Forest County Potawatomi
communities host Pow Wows. See pages 6 and 7.
Trap Shooting - Brand new range open to families and individuals at the Crandon
International Off-Road Raceway grounds on Highway 8 West of Crandon. Free admission.
Quartz Outcropping - Quartz Hill Hiking Trail, off Highway 32 at Forest County line,
near Carter.
Video Archery - A new indoor complex is now available in Crandon on Pioneer Street.
See Smith Sport & Hobby on page 20.
R/C Havok - Indoor and outdoor radio control race facility. 950 Zinzer Road, Crandon,
715-478-0028. See page 19.
Walking Trails - See pages 22-23.
Red Bridge Scenic Picnic Area - Overlooking Armstrong Creek, originally built in
the late 1800s.
Rustic Roads - 7.5 miles of natural scenic road. The officially designated “Rustic Road” is
west of Alvin in northern Forest County. See page 28.
White Water Rafting - Wolf River off of Hwy. 55, and the Peshtigo River 20 minutes
south of Wabeno.
Woodland Hills Winery - Located in Lakewood. Guided tours and wine tasting.
World’s Largest Soup Kettle - Located on Beech Street in Laona.
Toll-Free: 1- 800-334-3387
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Museums of Forest County
only. Admission is $3.00 per adult. Contact info: 800-960-5479
ext 7478 or www.fcpotawatomi.com/culture-and-history.
Hiles Museum
Hiles Museum is located in the Hiles Town Hall and
Community Building. Maintained and operated by Hiles
Service Club. Call for hours of operation: Kathy Bruening,
President 715-649-3168.
Camp 5 Museum and Lumberjack Steam Train
Forest County Historical Museum
Located in the “Old Carter House” at 105 W. Jackson Street in
Crandon. Maintained and operated by the Forest County
Historical & Genealogical Society. 2014 hours of operation are
during the summer months and vary. Free admission.
Contact info: 715-478-5900 or www.forestcountyhistory.org.
Wabeno Logging Museum
The Wabeno Logging Museum and Old Wabeno School House
in downtown Wabeno are operated by the Wabeno Park Board.
Free admission. Call for hours of operation: Larry Rummel at
715-850-1861.
Forest County Potawatomi Community
Cultural Center, Library, and Museum
Museum Director is Mike Alloway. Hours of operation: Monday
– Thursday 7am – 5 pm; Friday and Saturday by appointment
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The steam train runs out of Laona and transports people to the
Camp 5 Museum, which is located at 5840 Connor Farm Road
in Laona. Maintained and operated by the Camp 5 Museum
Foundation- 715-674-3414 or www.camp5museum.org. The
steam train and museum operate Monday – Saturday (closed
Sundays). 2014 season starts June 20 and ends August 23, with
additional special events scheduled in the fall, including the
popular Cowboy Re-enactment.
Northwoods Veterans’ Center
Located at 104 S. Lake Avenue in Crandon. The Center, located on Crandon’s main Street across from the Forest County
Courthouse, operates a small museum that contains a collection of military uniforms, equipment, and other war artifacts.
Free admission and the building is open daily. (The southwest
corner of the Courthouse also includes the Forest County
Veterans Memorial, which also contains lists of Forest County
veterans, wartime memorials, and artifacts.)
Forest County Water Sports
Photo by Dale Schmitt
The Crandon Water Shows . . . 50+ Years of Free Family Entertainment
The Crandon Water Show is a family favorite in Forest County
and has been for generations. Spectators young and old have
been entertained by the club’s jazz lines, doubles acts, and risen
from their chairs to give a standing ovation as the 3 tier final
pyramid sails by. From the tiny turtle pyramid to the barefoot
pyramid and everything in between, it’s easy to see how it has
become one of the longest running amateur water ski shows in
the country. Find Crandon Water Shows Alumni & Fan Club
page on Facebook or check out photos and the latest information on their web page www.cwshows.knottlane.com. The 2014
season kicks off with the first of their weekly Wednesday shows
June 11, 2014 on the shore at Water’s Edge Bar & Restaurant
located on County Highway W. It is a great family experience
and best of all…FREE.
Footstock - National Championship of Endurance Barefoot Skiing
Crandon is home to many world-class events. The most
unusual of them all just might be Footstock, the National
Championship of Endurance Barefooting. Started in the mid
seventies as a local “bragging rights” competition between
local water ski clubs, the famed championship now pits 170 of
the world’s best barefooters head-to-head in an endurance style
shoot-out over a punishing 1-1/2 mile figure eight course. The
winner is simply the person who can hang on the longest. Of
course, a world class barefooting competition is only part of
the draw for spectators. Competitors also wear outrageous
costumes, have leech-eating contests and occasionally get
paintballs shot at them. This all has turned the popularity for
the two-day event into a national cult phenomenon.
Something Water Ski Magazine dubs the “craziest water ski
championship in America,” and the New York Times calls “a
Nascar race on water, only with a crash on every lap.”
Toll-Free: 1- 800-334-3387
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Welcome Race Fans!
For some 45 years now they’ve been racing off-road trucks at
Crandon International Off-Road Raceway – the birthplace of
modern short course off-road truck and buggy racing as we know
it today.
Crandon Raceway (the Big House) was founded on a solid
foundation of world-class motorsports talent, equipment and support. The dedication of a not-for-profit board of directors ensures
the continued Crandon experience, along with the financial support of corporate partners and the devotion of raceway volunteers
and organizations that look forward to the return of our loyal fans
each and every year.
With its roots in Baja and its birth right here in Crandon,
short-course off-road is known as the fastest, most punishing form
of auto racing on the planet. Sanctioned by United States Auto
Club (USAC) and presented by AMSOIL, Traxxas Off-Road
Championship Series (TORC) will again deliver two big off-road
racing action events at Crandon in 2014 — Forest County
Potawatomi Brush Run June 28-29, 2014 and August 29-31, 2014
the World Championship Off-Road Races®.
Crandon Raceway added a new event that’s destined to be an
instant hit with the off-road faithful that flock to the Big House
twice a year. The crazy, moon-buggy style 4x4 vehicles that race
across the desert and up and down giant rock formations (also
known as the Ultra4s) will be coming to Crandon in August as
part of the W.E. Rock Series.
With an ATV trailhead, camping facilities, golf driving range,
and R/C car racing track, Crandon Raceway is your family destination for the 2014 summer. Contact 715-478-2222 or
Crandonoffroad.com
Forest County Rocks!
The Wisconsin Off-Road Vehicle Park, Inc. (WORVPI) is a nonprofit, charitable organization dedicated to providing economic
development through a recreational trail riding venue which reinforces the principles of safe and responsible motorized recreation.
WORVPI’s planned 10,000 acre park will be nestled within
Wisconsin’s beautiful northern forest providing a vacation experience that exceeds the expectations of motorized trail recreationists
and their families, while assuring ecological and environmental
responsibility. The Park stimulates economic development throughout Northern Wisconsin and will become a national destination for
family vacations.
The Park would provide off-road enthusiasts the opportunity to
ride an extensive trail system ranging in challenge from mild to
wild. The Park is being designed to exceed the expectations of
children as well as the seasoned off-road veteran.
No matter what your preferred form of motorized recreation; offhighway motorcycle, ATV, side-by-side, Jeep, truck, buggy or rockcrawler, you’ll find the challenge that accelerates your heart rate and
brings you back to Forest County over and over again. This four
season attraction quite simply will have something for everyone.
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Remember, “Forest County ROCKS!”
You can find out more by visiting WORVPI at WORVPI.org or
visiting WORVPI on Facebook and Twitter.
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Number of Units
Housekeeping
Kitchen Facilities
Pool or Spa
Food/Beverages
Wheelchair Access
Pets Allowed
ATV Trail Access
Snowmobile Access
Lake Access
Phone Number
Beachside Cabin Rentals
2
Yes
Yes
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Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
715-478-1059
Four Seasons Motel
20
Yes
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Yes
Yes
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Yes
Near
715-478-3377
Heritage Hunt Club
2
-
Yes
-
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Yes
-
Yes
Near
715-674-7043
Little Pine Motel
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Yes
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Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
888-541-4150
Main Street Inn
9
Yes
-
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Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Near
715-478-2423
Port Townsend Resort
5
Yes
Yes
-
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
715-850-2777
Potawatomi Carter
Casino Hotel
99
Yes
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Yes
Yes
Yes
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Yes
Yes
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800-487-9522
Santa’s Backwoods Motel
6
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
Near
715-545-3537
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Beachside Bar & Grill
Homemade pizza, wraps, steaks, and burgers. Friday fish fry
and prime rib first Saturday of the month. Ice sold. Accessible
from the Wolf River State Trail by ATV or snowmobile. Closed
Tuesdays. 4163 E. Lakeview Street, Crandon, 715-478-1059.
Duck’s Bar
Serving your favorite drinks, soups, pizza, and homemade
sandwiches, including Thursday prime rib sandwich special.
Accessible from ATV and snowmobile trails. Open daily at 11
am. 213 N. Lake Avenue, Crandon, 715-478-2317.
Flames Sports Bar & Grill
Located inside Potawatomi Carter Casino, The Flames offers
anything from salads to their famous ribs. Accessible from ATV
and snowmobile trails. Open daily at 11 am. Highway 32,
Carter, 800-487-9522.
Hotel Crandon
Breakfast, lunch, or dinner cooked fresh to order. Home of “The
Heart Attack Burger”, daily specials, and Friday fish fry. RV parking in the rear lot. Accessible from ATV and snowmobile trails.
200 N. Lake Avenue, Crandon, 715-478-2414.
Knothole
Burger, fries, subs, ice cream treats, daily specials and more!
Located on the Nicolet State ATV and Snowmobile trail. 4470
Hwy 32, Wabeno, 715-473-3000.
Main Street Ed’s
Full sandwich menu. Salads and homemade soups. Steaks,
prime rib, and seafood. Daily specials for lunch and dinner.
Now serving breakfast! Accessible from ATV and snowmobile
trails. Open Wednesday - Sunday 11 am - close. 7909 Main
Street, Argonne, 715-649-3810.
Nicolet Country Club Bar & Grill
Located on the grounds of the beautiful Nicolet Country Club
Golf Course, with a great dining and drink menu available to
golfers or visitors alike. 5245 Fairway Court, Laona, 715-674-4780.
The On Deck Platter
Sushi, pizza, burgers, Cubans, Gyros, Chicago dogs, and soup.
Step up to the plate for something different! Accessible from
ATV and snowmobile trails. Open daily. 123 N. Lake Avenue,
Crandon, 715-478-0077.
The Springs
Located at Potawatomi Carter Casino. Stop in and check out the
new menu and don’t forget to ask about daily specials. Friday
and Saturday buffets. Accessible from ATV and snowmobile trails.
Open 7 am- 8 pm. Highway 32, Carter, 800-487-9522.
Tricia’s Treasures & Bistro
Variety of Panini sandwiches, soups, salads and wraps along
with your favorite coffee & specialty drinks. Accessible from
ATV and snowmobile trails. Open Monday – Saturday throughout the year and Sundays during summer. 109 N. Lake
Avenue, Crandon, 715-478-1161.
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Beachside Bar & Grill
Full bar with lunch and dinner specials located on the shores
of beautiful Lake Metonga. Enjoy your summertime drink in
the beautiful new Tiki Bar located right on the shore.
Accessible from ATV and snowmobile trails. Closed Tuesdays.
4163 E. Lakeview Street, Crandon, 715-478-1059.
Main Steet Ed’s
Full bar with lunch and dinner menu available. Located in
Argonne. Accessible from ATV and snowmobile trails. Open
Wednesday - Sunday 11 am to close. 7909 Main Street,
Argonne, 715-649-3810.
Carter Casino Hotel
The Flames Sports Bar and Grill is located right off the casino’s main floor. Accessible from ATV and snowmobile trails.
Open daily at 11 am. Highway 32 in Carter, 800-487-9522.
Pack ‘Em Inn
Where good friends meet! Full bar and pizza available. Enjoy
daily drink specials and FREE pool on Thirsty Thursdays.
Accessible from ATV and snowmobile trails. Open 9 am to
close. 216 N. Lake Avenue, Crandon, 715-478-3850.
Duck’s Bar
Serving your favorite drinks, homemade sandwiches, soups,
and pizza. Accessible from ATV and snowmobile trails. Open
at 11 am. 213 N. Lake Avenue, Crandon, 715-478-2317.
Super Bowl & Bar
Home of the “Super Tube”. Full bar, open and bumper bowling, pizza and snacks. Accessible from ATV and snowmobile
trails. 111 E. Madison Street, Crandon, 715-478-BOWL (2695).
Hotel Crandon
In the heart of downtown Crandon on Lake Avenue. RV and
trailer parking available in the rear lot. Accessible from ATV
and snowmobile trails. Call for hours. 200 N. Lake Avenue,
Crandon, 715-478-2414.
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Recreational Trails
Public Snowmobile Trails
Enjoy snowmobiling in Forest County with over 405 miles of
groomed, state-funded trails winding through the
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. All trails link to both
casinos and all hospitality businesses in Forest County, providing many pit stops along the trail for food, lodging, and
refreshments.
100 Mile Snow Safari Trail: The 100 Mile Snow Safari has approximately 150 miles of marked and groomed trails through the
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest linking all the localities of
Forest County. Maps, food, etc., are available at pit stops throughout the system.
Lumberjack Memorial Trails: The Lumberjack Memorial Trails
club grooms and maintains over 90 miles of trails in central and
southern Forest County. These trails link to the 100 Miler as well as
to the trails in the Lakewood area.
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Three Lakes Trails: The Three Lakes Trail system has over 80 miles
of groomed trails in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, linking Forest and Oneida Counties in the western half of the county.
Tombstone-Pickerel Trails: The Tombstone-Pickerel Trails include
over 20 miles of groomed trails in southwestern Forest County,
with numerous pit stops and resorts, as well as provide a link to the
Langlade County trail system.
Black Bear Sportsmen’s Club: The Black Bear club has over 40
miles of groomed trails, linking the Crandon area north and west to
trails in Oneida County.
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Trail Conditions
Cross Country Ski Trails
Otter Springs Ski Trail
CHEQUAMEGON- NICOLET NATIONAL FOREST –
FOREST COUNTY
Ed’s Lake Trail: This trail is located on County Highway W
between Wabeno and Crandon. The trail is groomed. There is a 2.3
mile loop trail suitable for beginners, with the intermediate trail
offering a 2.7 mile loop as well as a 3.5 mile loop.
Nicolet North Trail: This trail is located 10.5 miles east of Eagle
River to Forest Road 2460, then south on 2460 for 2 miles to the trailhead. There are 13 miles of groomed trails with several loop opportunities.
Anvil Trail: This trail is located 8.5 miles east of Eagle River on
Highway 70. There are 12 miles of groomed loop trails ranging
from gentle, rolling to hilly.
FOREST COUNTY FORESTRY DEPARTMENT
Otter Springs Trail: This trail is located 4 miles east of Crandon
off Highway 8 on Forest Road 2378. This trail has a parking area
and ski shelter available. It offers a 1.25 mile loop and .75 mile
loop suitable for beginners. The intermediate trail is a 3 mile loop.
Groomed for Classic and Skate skiing. SEE MAP
Hemlock Lake Ski Trail: This trail is located 1 mile east and 4
miles south of Crandon off County Highway W on Hemlock Lake
Road. This is a 2 mile loop trail with parking area. Trail is groomed
for Classic skiing only. SEE MAP
Mountain Biking Trails
Hemlock Lake Ski Trail
CHEQUAMEGON-NICOLET NATIONAL FOREST –
FOREST COUNTY
Ed’s Lake Trail: This trail is located on County Highway W
between Wabeno and Crandon. There are 6 miles of trail in
upland hardwoods.
Nicolet North Trail: This trail is located 10.5 miles east of Eagle
River to Forest Road 2460, then south on 2460 for 2 miles to the
trailhead. There are 13 miles of trail with several loop opportunities. The Nicolet North Trail connects with the Anvil Trail.
Anvil Trail: This trail is located 8.5 miles east of Eagle River on
Highway 70. There are 12 miles of groomed loop options. In addition to designated trails, all logging roads and undesignated/
unmarked trails within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
are open to mountain bikes unless otherwise posted. Information
may be obtained at the local Forest Service office located in
Laona, 715-674-4481.
FOREST COUNTY FORESTRY DEPARTMENT
Otter Springs Trail: This trail is located 4 miles east of Crandon
off Highway 8 on Forest Road 2378. There are 5 miles of trail in
upland hardwoods. SEE MAP
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Hiking Trails
Otter Springs Trail: This trail is located 4 miles east of Crandon off
Highway 8 on Forest Road 2378. There are 5 miles of trail in upland
hardwoods.
Franklin Lake Trail: Located 9 miles east of Eagle River on
Highway 70 to Forest Road 2178, then south on 2178 for 3 miles to
Forest Road 2181, then east on 2181 for 5 miles to the campground
and trailhead. This is a 1 mile interpretive loop trail that takes you
through a tamarack swamp, hemlock cathedral and 300-year old
white pines.
Hidden Lakes Trail: Use the directions for the Franklin Lake Trail.
This is a 4-mile (one way) interpretive trail which begins at Franklin
Lake Trail and eventually joins the Luna-White Deer Trail. Discover
the molded landscapes of an ice age past, the cycle of seasons and
the spiral of ages to come.
Ed’s Lake Trail: Ed’s Lake Trail is located on County Highway W
between Wabeno and Crandon. There are 6 miles of trail in upland
hardwoods.
Knowles Creek Interpretive Trail: Located 9.5 miles east of
Wabeno on Highway C to Forest Road 3132, south on 3132 for a
1/2 mile. This is a 1/3 mile barrier-free access interpretive trail which
follows the north shore of Knowles Creek impoundment. This is also
a state designated Watchable Wildlife Viewing Area.
Halley Creek Bird Trail: Located 5 miles east of Blackwell on
Goodman Park Road to Forest Road 2103, then south on 2103
to trailhead. This is a one mile loop trail with bird viewing
opportunities in four different habitat types.
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Michigan Rapids Trail: Located 3 miles north of Laona on
Highway 8 to Forest Road 2131, then east on 2131 for 13 miles to
Forest Road 2134, and then 1.5 miles south to the trailhead. This is a
1 mile one-way hike along the Peshtigo River to the rapids. Total
trip hike is 2 miles.
Nicolet North Trail: Located 10.5 miles east of Eagle River to Forest
Road 2460, then south on 2460 for 2 miles to the trailhead. There
are 13 miles of trail with several loop opportunities. The Nicolet
North Trail connects with the Anvil Trail.
Argonne Forest Trail: Located 1.5 miles east of Hiles on Highway
32 to Forest Road 2184, then north on 2184 for 1.5 miles to the
trailhead. The self-guided loop trail gives the hiker a chance to learn
more about northern hardwoods and forest management. The trail
features 17 stops along an easy 3/4 of a mile walk which takes
about an hour.
Scott Lake Trail and Shelp Lake Trail: From Hiles head south on
Highway 32 to Forest Road 2174, then north on 2174 for 5.5 miles
to Forest Road 2183, east on 2183 for 6 miles to the trailheads.
The 1/3 mile Scott Lake Trail is located on the south side of 2183.
You can walk among some larger diameter eastern white pines,
hemlocks and hardwoods. The boardwalk to Shelp Lake is located
on the north side of 2183. This short walk will take you out over a
floating bog.
Always be prepared for ticks
in spring and early summer seasons.
Photo by Anne Olson
Photo by Kim Keepers
Photo by Gary Mueller
Birding and Nature Trails
Giant White Pine Grove State Natural Area - Three Lakes: 12 miles
east, hiking trail loops around a wetland and through the site and is
one of the best examples of mature northern forest. Located in the
Forest Service’s Headwaters Wilderness Area of 30 acres. Large hemlock, white pines, sugar maple, yellow birch, and basswood trees can
be found. Common birds include Blackburnian and Black-throated
Blue Warblers, and Pileated Woodpeckers. Directions: From Three
Lakes travel east 4.7 miles on Highway 32. Then travel 0.6 mile east on
Julia Lake Road. Go southeast on Scott Lake Road for 3.1 miles. Finally,
take Giant Pine Road northeast 1.6 miles to a parking area west of the
road. (608) 266-7012 (WIDNR) www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/er/sna
Halley Creek Bird Trail: This 1 mile trail is rated with an easy difficulty level. It is flat with some exposed roots and rocks. Directions:
Follow Cty. Highway H southeast of Laona for 5.5 miles to FR 2136.
Turn left and continue 5 miles, looking for Halley Creek Trail signs
on the left and gravel access road on the right. At the end of the
road, the trailhead and parking area for 3-4 vehicles can be found.
Knowles Creek Impoundment and Interpretive Trail: This 170acre wetland impoundment is a favorite for wildlife viewers. Open
water, marsh, old fields, and forests combine to attract many
species including owls, hawks, eagles, loons, and waterfowl. Enjoy a
0.75-mile hiking trail, which has easy access. Located 9.5 miles east
of Wabeno on Highway C to Forest Road 3132, south on 3132 for a
1/2 mile. This is a 1/3 mile barrier-free access interpretive trail which
follows the north shore of Knowles Creek impoundment. This is also
a state designated Watchable Wildlife viewing area.
Laura Lake Walking Trail: This trail, located on Laura Lake, is a
2.25-mile loop. It is of moderate difficulty being uneven and narrow with some exposed rocks and roots. The trailhead is located
between the swim area and the boat ramp. Directions: From Laona,
follow US Highway 8 northeast for 14 miles. Turn left on FR 2163
and drive 5 miles north to Laura Lake Campground. Parking is
available for 7 vehicles.
Michigan Rapids Hiking Trail: This hiking trail is of moderate
difficulty, being a wide trail with some gentle slopes. In the early
spring, some wet areas can be found. Watch for poison ivy at the
end of the trail. The trail length is approximately 2 miles that loops
around. Directions: From Laona, take US Highway 8 north about
3 miles, to FR 2131. Turn right and go east approx. 12 miles to FR
2134. Turn right and travel south 1.5 miles. Look for trailhead sign
on left just south of the Peshtigo River crossing at Burnt Bridge.
Parking for 3 vehicles available.
Otter Springs Skiing and Hiking Trail: The Otter Springs trail is
located on a large area of hardwood forest with scenic view of Otter
Springs and Bug Lake. The trail is 8 miles in total length. The beginner’s trail is about 0.75 of a mile long located near the graveled
parking area. The intermediate trails are hilly and more challenging.
The second trail is 1.25 miles in length with hills and curves. The
trails are all well marked and groomed. The ski shelter is located
between the two intermediate trails. Directions: The trail is located
4 miles east of Crandon, off of Highway 8, north on 2378. The trail is
entirely on Forest County land and is maintained/developed by
Forest County Forestry Department.
Pickerel Lake Walking and Biking Trail: The Pickerel Lake trail
is 2 miles long, however fromHighway 55, there are 4 miles designated for walking/biking. It is good for easy walking and biking,
due to it being paved. Directions: Located 18 miles southwest of
Crandon. From Crandon take Highway 55, and turn onto Pickerel
Lake Road by Hills Still Supper Club. The trail is located next to
Pickerel Lake Road.
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Green Bay...............107
Kenosha..................248
LaCrosse.................224
Madison ..................212
Milwaukee ...............211
Oshkosh..................130
St. Paul, MN............243
Wausau .....................72
Visitor Information
Phone:
715-478-3450 or 1-800-334-3387
Website:
www.visitforestcounty.com
Forest County
Snowline: 715-478-2024
Advertising: 715-478-2212 or 1-866-722-7292
Website:
www.forestcountywi.com
Appleton ..................113
Ashland ...................146
Beloit .......................241
Chicago...................296
Dubuque, IA ............295
Duluth, MN ..............229
Eau Claire ...............177
Fond Du Lac ...........149
Miles to Crandon (County Seat)
Over 300 miles of routes and trails
featuring two state trails:
Nicolet and Wolf River
Photo by Gaye Graham
Public ATV Trails
ATV trails, routes, and trailhead development is
always ongoing in Forest County. As a result of the
coordination and cooperation of the U.S. Forest
Service, Forest County ATV clubs, citizens and townships, Forest County has over 300 miles of ATV routes
and 47 miles of state funded ATV trails. The two state
trails in Forest County are the Nicolet State Trail and
the Wolf River State Trail. The Nicolet State Trail is
located in eastern Forest County. It is 32 miles long
connecting with Oconto County to the south and
Florence County to the north. The Wolf River State
Trail is 15 miles long and is located in the central and
southern part of the county. Both trails are abandoned railroad corridors that have been surfaced
with gravel and are open year round for ATV, UTV,
dual-sport motorcycle, and snowmobile use. These
state trails are the ONLY snowmobile trails in the
county that are open year round to ATV/UTV use. For
further information about trail use, please contact the
Forest County Forestry Department at 715-478-3475.
For ATV maps, please contact the Forest County
Chamber of Commerce at 715-478-3450, toll free at
(800) 334-3387 or email [email protected].
Please stay on the trails. Going off the trails may result
in permanent trail closure and fines.
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Canoe Routes
Brule River - Forest County:
• Put in below Brule Lake Dam. Take out at Highway 139
Bridge. Length - 18 miles. Water should be medium high.
Two rapids. USDA Forest Service campground two miles east
of Nelma.
Peshtigo River - Forest and Marinette Counties:
See map, right.
• Put in at Big Joe Canoe Landing. Take out at the CCC
Bridge. Length – 7.5 miles. Nice stretch of quiet water
which is good for the novice or families.
• Put in at the CCC Bridge. Take out at Burnt Bridge. Length
– 9.5 miles. This stretch is for the intermediate canoeist;
there are several rocky stretches with rapids.
• Put in at Burnt Bridge. Take out at Burton Wells. Length
5.75 miles. This stretch contains Class II, III, and IV rapids.
There is one portage around Michigan Rapids.
• Put in at Burton Wells. Take out at Goodman Park. Length –
6.25 miles. Class II, III, IV rapids. There is one mandatory
portage around the falls.
Pine River - Forest and Florence Counties:
• Put in at FS Road 2182 near Haystack Corners. Take out
at FS Road 2168. Length - 20 miles. Slow, winding up to
Highway 55. Faster with a few difficult rapids after
Highway 55. Trout fishing.
• Put in at FS Road 2168 to Chipmunk Rapids. Length 18 miles. Excellent trout fishing. Several rapids. Portage
around a dam. Picnic area at Highway 139. Camping area at
Stevens Creek and Chipmunk Rapids. Some boulders.
Popple River - Forest County:
• Put in at Highway 55 10 miles north of Argonne. Take out
at the Town of Popple River. Water must be high. Two
under-developed campsites on the route. Brook and brown
trout fishing. Very secluded area. One portage, few rapids.
Photo by Mary Sangrey
Photos by Lynn Smith
Peshtigo
River Trail
Wabikon and Riley Lakes Canoeing Path - Forest County:
• Put in 6 miles east of Crandon. Aquatic birds such as
Osprey and Great Blue Heron live among these lakes. In the
hemlock forest, on a peninsula on the west shore, sightings
of birds such as the Nashville Warbler can emerge. Wild rice
can also be found on these lakes. A stream on the south
end leads to Riley Lake, an undeveloped and shallow lake.
From there you can paddle the Indian River on the south
end upstream to Indian Springs, another marsh community
with spring ponds. You can also fish for brook trout on the
Indian River and in the springs. Directions: This 1,000-acre
site is best traveled by canoe. From Crandon, travel east 5.5
miles on Highway 8/32. Turn south on Potawatomi Trail, to
find the boat landing 0.2 of a mile down on the south side
of the road, 715-674-4481 (US Forest Service)
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Wolf River - Forest and Oneida Counties:
• Put in at Pine Lake. Take out at Little Rice Lake Dam. Length
- 10 miles. Small stream, water should be medium high.
There are a few riffle rapids and occasional beaver dams.
Eagle, deer and small mammals are common sights.
Secluded area.
• Put in at Little Rice Dam. Take out at Highway B Bridge.
Length - 15 miles. Small, winding stream. Water should be
medium high. Numerous beaver dams, wild rice beds,
railroad artifacts, and rocky shallows. Very secluded.
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Located in Forest County. From the Village of Alvin, follows portions of
Lakeview Drive, Carey Dam Road and Fishel Road to WIS 70. The route is 8.8
miles in length and the surface is paved and gravel in portions.
Located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, this scenic route
includes the Old North Road, the very first road in the Town of Alvin, and one
which has changed very little over the years. The road leads through a heavily wooded area, including a 50-year-old pine plantation, abundant with
wildlife, and is ideal for hunting, fishing, hiking, skiing, and snowmobiling.
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CHEQUAMEGON-NICOLET NATIONAL FOREST AUTO TOURS
The Heritage Drive National Forest Scenic Byway, the first scenic byway in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, was dedicated in May 1992. The byway incorporates a 10-mile section of Military Road (Forest Road 2178) and 4 miles of Butternut Lake Road
(Forest Road 2181). A tabloid-styled interpretive guide and special byway signs help visitors learn more about the forest’s rich cultural history.
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Auto Tour of Forest and Vilas Counties is a self-guided natural history auto tour beginning
in Eagle River and ending in Three Lakes. The 80-mile tour takes about 4 hours to complete. There are two developed picnic areas along
the route, including one at Franklin Lake. There are 12 designated stops on the tour. Two stops feature short walking trails and one stop
is a museum. The tour helps you better understand the meaning of multiple use, while taking a leisurely drive through the
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.
For further information or brochures, check out the website for the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest at www.fs.fed.us/r9/cnnf.
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Our Lakes, Rivers and Streams . . . Welcome, Anglers!
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HELP STOP THE SPREAD of Aquatic Invasive Species
If you plan to bring your canoe or boat to Forest County, please do your part to help stop the
spread of aquatic invasives like Eurasion Milfoil and Zebra Mussels. These life forms can be
unintentionally transported from a contaminated lake to one that is not.
Be a responsible boater. Properly clean and disinfect your boat, trailer, and fishing equipment
before leaving home.
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Forest County Communities
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Alvin
By an act passed by the Wisconsin Legislature in 1885, Forest
County was created from portions of Langlade and Oconto
Counties. Subsequent boundary changes occurred in 1893, 1897
and 1905 when the current boundaries were established.
The County was given the name of Forest because of the
dense forestation which covered the area when it was created.
It was organized in 1885 from two townships: Cavour and
Crandon. Alvin Township was set apart as a unit of portions
of North Crandon and Caswell Townships in March 1911.
Logging, hunting, fishing, trapping, and the lure of land
earned by homesteading and relocation for health reasons,
brought many pioneers to this vast forest land. The first pioneers to the Alvin area filed homesteads in the early 1900s.
They braved hardships and isolation to establish their new
lives in a wilderness unlike any place they had known. In a
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wide arc that encircled the Alvin community: Dan Cain settled on Elvoy Creek, John Howell on Howell Lake, John
Shopodock on Pine River, Austin Bell along Highway 55,
McHale and Dehart near Highway 70, about five miles east of
Alvin. They survived by hunting, fishing and trapping.
The first Kentuckians who came with families to establish
homes were: Curtis Powell, Sidney Hall, Willis May, John C.
Phelps, Alvin Spencer, Arbury Brooks, Louis Puckett, William
Powell, Miles McIntosh, Edgar Thrasher, Mort Powell, Joseph
McIntosh and Thomas Powell.
In order to submit a request for a post office, a community had to have a city name. Alvin Spencer sent in Curtis
Powell's name and Curtis sent in Alvin's name. A post office
for a town named Curtis already existed, so Alvin became the
town's name.
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Argonne
Kentuckians who came to homestead first populated the town
of Argonne along the Pine River with the Native Americans.
Argonne was first named VanZile, after Abraham VanZile
who plotted all the land in the area. The Soo Line Railroad
came in 1887, and a depot was built. There was one large
hotel and a school located just north on Highway 32, housing
eight students.
In 1894, the first two-story school was built and it served
the community until 1991. The town, later called North
Crandon, was originally located over a mile east of its present
location, relocated because it was impossible for trains to start
up with a load of lumber due to the steep grade. As more people came north to work in the lumber camps, the town grew
until it contained two large hotels, two large grocery stores, one
clothing store, a meat market, a post office, a printing shop, two
newspapers (Forest Leaves and Northern Citizen), a large livery
stable, a bank, seven saloons, two doctors, and several other
small businesses. The Farmers and Merchants State Bank was
said to be the first bank in the State of Wisconsin.
When the town of Crandon was planned, a limit of two
saloons was imposed on North Crandon. That effort was unsuccessful. Men from the Hiles logging camps came to frequent the
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saloons and if they drank more than their paychecks, owners
would send the bills to Mr. Hiles and their tab would be taken
out of their next paychecks. This kept many of the loggers broke.
A stagecoach carried the mail and passengers between
Crandon and North Crandon, taking three to four hours to
drive over the rough corduroy roads. When a proposal came
up to locate the Forest County Courthouse in downtown
Argonne, a well-educated resident found a way for the Three
Lakes Township to break away and become attached to Oneida
County. This eliminated quite a number of people who would
have voted for the Argonne location. He also put ads in papers
recruiting people to come to live in North Crandon. This
brought one person with small pox, resulting in 85% of the
population contracting the disease.
Confusion with the mail and the name “North Crandon”
prompted the community to come up with a new name.
“Champion”, the name of a local merchant, was considered for a
short while. In 1921, the name “Argonne” was chosen following the patriotic fervor after World War I for the Battle of
Argonne in eastern France.
Today, the railroad tracks still exist along with a small post
office and a handful of businesses. Argonne invites past and
present residents to their annual “Argonne Days” celebration,
held in August, to commemorate their history.
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Armstrong Creek
The Town of Armstrong Creek is located on the far
northeastern corner of Forest County. It is bordered by
two other counties: Florence to the north and Marinette
to the east. It was legally named and put into the Forest
County books in November of 1922, but the town was in
existence long before under such names as Caswell,
LaFollette, Bonneville, and Engleking.
In the early 1900s, Grimmer Land Company published ads in the Chicago and Pittsburgh area newspapers, targeting the Polish immigrants with Polish advertisements promising that Armstrong Creek was the "Land
of Milk and Honey". Armstrong Creek soon became a
town of residents with deep Polish roots. In 1919, Polish
residents formed a local branch of the "Polish National
Alliance", a national group that is still in existence today.
It is from this early history that Armstrong Creek's annual Polish Heritage Days festival was formed.
The third weekend in July has been set aside to pay
tribute to the town’s colorful past. The weekend starts out
with a polka dance and crowning of "Miss Armstrong
Creek" on Friday. On Saturday there is an authentic
Polish Mass at St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Church, followed by a parade. Visitors will enjoy experiencing the
Polish culture and seeing the elaborately decorated costumes. The parade culminates at the town park, where
spectators enjoy a full day of Polish foods, displays, crafts,
Polka music, dancing, and other entertainment. The fun
continues on Sunday with more polka music and Polish
foods to enjoy. All this polka music is enjoyed in the
beautiful 40'X100' pavilion built in 2006, through funds
raised at the festival.
Polish Heritage Days was founded in 1991 and is
sponsored by Citizens for Armstrong Creek, Inc. For
more information on the event contact: Pres. Kara
Millan, 8896 Millan Rd., Armstrong Creek, WI 54103 or
call 715-336-3299.
When visiting Armstrong Creek, one might venture
south on old Highway 101 to see the "Red Bridge". This
piece of Armstrong Creek history was built in the late
1800s.
Blackwell
The Town of Blackwell once had 800 - 1,000 residents,
many who worked for the Flanner family in the hardwood mill. The Flanner home, one of the finest in northern Wisconsin, had a walnut paneled living and dining
room, birdseye flooring, and several fieldstone fireplaces.
Bankruptcy became a reality for the Flanner Family during the Great Depression. This home is still standing to
this day, in fact, and is used as a nursing home.
Blackwell is also home to the Blackwell Civilian
Conservation Job Corps Center, operating as a job training center for youth ages 16-24. It provides them with
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meaningful work experience, job training, and gives them the
opportunity for community service. The USDA Forest Service
employs over 90 people at the center.
Cavour
The center of the once thriving community of Cavour is about
1/2-mile off Highway 8 on County Highway G, and thus few present-day travelers have a chance to go through Cavour. It is well
worth the effort, if only to envision what went on there at the turn
of the century. Cavour used to be quite a bustling place with a
lumberjack population of nearly 600.
The Soo Line Railroad came through in 1887 at the start of
the logging era. Cavour boasted a general store, a sawmill, a hotel
and a bar – all owned by the Hess family. Frank and Mary Hess
were the founders of the legacy. The fact that the town was built
in a different era is evident in that it exists on the railroad tracks
rather than on the major highway.
The Hess Hotel had a legacy all its own. It was a place where
many logging men came to stay and wile away his woes in pleasant surroundings. Cavour was a major stop on the Soo Line
Railroad and many travelers got laid off and stayed in Cavour. In
1911 the original hotel burned down but was rebuilt immediately.
Frank Hess died and Mary ran the hotel by herself from 1919 on
until she died in the 1950s. The hotel business dwindled after the
boom of logging died down. The Hess House and school still
stand for anyone who wants to visit this historical place.
Toll-Free: 1- 800-334-3387
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Sokaogon Chippewa Community
The Mole Lake Anishinaabe (Chippewa) migrated and settled on a
1,700 acre reservation over a thousand years ago. The reservation
may not be large; however, the natural beauty and wild landscapes
remain intact. Adjacent to Mole Lake are three lakes: Bishop Lake,
Rice Lake and Mole Lake, all intertwined with Swamp Creek.
Fishing and gathering wild rice from these lakes are a large part of
why the Sokaogon people settled here and call this place home.
(Sokaogon means the “post in the lake people” because of a spiritual
significance to a post – or petrified tree – in a nearby lake).
The Sokaogan Chippewa Community Enterprises include a
casino, hotel- conference center, c-store, restaurant and more.
Located on the snowmobile, ATV and other trails.
For information about the Sokaogon Chippewa Community call
715-478-7500 or for the Mole Lake Casino Lodge Conference
Center 715-478-3200.
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City of Crandon - County Seat
Crandon was the dream of Samuel Shaw, an entrepreneur and
capitalist who acquired property in the area in the 1880s. His
vision was to build the city between the two hills and around the
four lakes that are within the city limits. The area was part of
Oconto County at that time, and Shaw, with assistance from
Major Frank P. Crandon (tax commissioner with the Chicago
and Northwestern Railroad), successfully lobbied the legislature
for the creation of a new county. Forest County was created in
1887 and Crandon was named the county seat. Crandon didn’t
expand as fast as other communities in the county due to lack of
rail service. Freight and passengers traveled to Crandon by riding the train to either Pelican Lake or Argonne, then walking or
riding the stagecoach.
In 1891, Page and Landeck Lumber Company bought a
huge tract of hardwood timberlands near Crandon, but they
were unable to utilize the resource until the CN&W railroad
built a spur from Pelican Lake. By 1902, the company built a
huge sawmill (later named the Keith & Hiles Lumber Mill) near
Clear Lake on Crandon’s north side. The population of
Crandon grew from 800 to over 2,400 in just a few years.
The migration of settlers and loggers who came to
Crandon in the first part of the century was due, in part, to the
cheap cutover land available for farming and, in part, to the fact
that the Page & Landeck sawmill was moved to Crandon from
Glasgow, Kentucky. Many employees followed the mill from
Kentucky to its new home. The so-called Crandon “Kentuck” is
known about statewide and is the source of much rich cultural
history in Crandon.
Crandon was incorporated into a city right after the new
courthouse construction began January 28, 1909, and times
were booming with many of the attractive brick buildings in
town built during that time frame. The outlook was good for
Crandon until the timber industry began to play out. Crandon
still boasts a good many logging companies that work in the
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, has a healthy tourist
industry, and is currently enjoying a growth in light industry.
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Hiles
Although small in population, the Hiles area is very large in
terms of Wisconsin history. Hundreds of years ago, the Old
Copper Culture Indians traveled through this area from the
Fox River Valley, along the Wolf and Pine Lake shores. They
continued on north to the copper outcroppings near Lake
Superior. When the Soo Locks opened in 1855, this trail was
followed from Ontonagon on Lake Superior to Pine Lake and
then along the Wolf to Shawano and on to Fort Howard (Green
Bay). By the late 1860s, loggers used the lake and river to float
logs downstream to the sawmills located as far away as
Oshkosh. The decade of the 1880s brought railroads to northeastern Wisconsin. In 1888, the Soo graded and laid their
Minneapolis-to-Soo tracks along the south end of the lake. In
1892, Pete Johnson built the first official resort.
Ten years later, in 1902, the town got its real start when 52year-old Franklin Pierce Hiles purchased thousands of acres of timberland in the Pine Lake area and started a sawmill near the Mill
Pond. In 1903, the new village was named “Hiles”. The Hiles’ operation continued until 1905 when it was sold to Forster-Whitman
and later reorganized as the Forster-Mueller Lumber Company.
In 1918, Charles Fish purchased the town and its lumber
and logging operations until it closed down in 1928. During
this era of logging many improvements were made to Hiles,
including a general store, a large boarding house, schools,
churches, and some 30 or more homes. Hiles had its own logging railroad running into the forest, east and north of town.
At some points in time, the census records indicate that there
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were as many as 450 residents in this small town.
In the depression years of the 1930s, 10,000 unemployed
transients walked the roads. The state of Wisconsin helped by
maintaining eight transient posts in various parts of the state.
One such depot, accommodating 300 to 600 men, was established in Hiles.
Today, Hiles is a good mixture of forestry, logging, hunting,
fishing, boating, cross country skiing, and snowmobiling, In
2003, Hiles celebrated 100 years in the Northwoods with a spectacular celebration and a 200 page history book, which is still
available for purchase. Hiles was designated the “Mushroom
Capital of Wisconsin” by the State Mycological Society in 2013.
The residents of Hiles have also formed a group of volunteers to
organize a hometown museum that holds interesting facts, documents, and items from the past.
Laona
The 1,400 people who live in the Laona area are heirs to the
shared heritage of the timber industry. The turn of the century
marked the founding of Laona, just 20 years prior to logging’s
heyday. Around 1876, the pine loggers came into the area and
cleared off the pine stands, which were scattered throughout the
hardwoods. Not until the railroad came to Laona in 1900, however, did the great hardwood logging operations begin.
Exploratory expeditions into this area by pine loggers and a few
other individuals took place between 1870 and 1890. The area
was not very accessible and few men ventured this far from the
last outposts. Eventually, logging expeditions moved into the
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area, with pine being hauled on sleighs to Roberts Lake and
floated down the Wolf River or put in the Peshtigo River below
Taylor Falls.
During the last decade of the 19th century, William Duncan
Connor hiked through the area and examined the fine stands of
hardwood timber. He purchased 100,000 acres of timberland in
Forest County, founding the Connor Lumber and Land
Company. During this period the Chicago Northwestern
Railroad was moving northward into the Laona area. The initial
logging of the area occurred between 1900 and 1910.
The first settler in Laona was Norman Johnson. His
daughter, Laona, was the first white child born in this town,
and the town was named in her honor. The Connor Lumber
and Land Company built its first sawmill in 1901; logging
camps were opened and roads were built. Laona began to
Photo by McKenna Murray
thrive as railroads steamed their way into northern Wisconsin,
and Laona’s economy became largely dependent upon the timber industry. A member of the Connor family still operates a
sawmill in the community to this day. An authentic 1916
Vulcan steam engine, actually used by the Connor Lumber
and Land Company during early logging operations, is now
used to pull the vintage passenger train at the award winning,
internationally recognized Camp Five Lumberjack Special &
Museum attraction.
Laona Edith Evans Community Library
Located at 5216 Forest Street
Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday,
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
715-674-4751.
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Pickerel
The Pickerel area is a premier vacation destination. Located
in the southwest corner of Forest County, it offers year round
vacation opportunities. The Pickerel and Crane Lakes are the
crown jewels of the area. Pickerel Lake is a shallow lake
offering canoeing, paddle and pontoon boating and, of
course, fishing. One may just want to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Besides Pickerel and Crane, other
lakes in the area include Rollingstone, Lily, Big Twin, and Post
Lakes, all offering the same great recreational opportunities.
The region has many fine restaurants, resorts, bars, campgrounds, and gas facilities. There is an excellent golf course in
the area. This region is home to one of the largest snowmobile
clubs in Wisconsin, the Tombstone-Pickerel Snow Club
(www.tombstonepickerel.com). It is also home to the newly
established Pickerel-Pearson Wolf River Riders ATV Club
(www.wolfriverriders.com).
For bikers and walkers, a new bike-pedestrian trail has
been built, running along Pickerel Lake Road from the bridge,
between Pickerel and Crane lakes west to Bartz Bay Road.
Sportsmen and nature lovers of all ages enjoy the unspoiled
beauty of the area. The serenity of the forests, and the casual
lifestyle are welcome changes from the daily hustle and bustle
of this fast-paced world.
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Wabeno
On June 2, 1880, a tornado swept across northern Wisconsin from
Antigo to Lake Superior, causing timber to blow down in a strip
that measured 1/2 to 1 mile wide. The Native Americans called
this area Waubeno”. Waubeno means “the coming of the winds” or
“the opening”. The town took its name from this event.
The early history of Wabeno centers around the development
of three lumber companies, which were the Menominee Bay Shore
Lumber Company, A.E. Rusch Lumber Company, and the Jones
Lumber Company. In the closing years of the 1800s the Chicago
and Northwestern Railroad pushed north into the area, which had
already been explored by the pine lumbering interests. Sawmills
were soon built along the tracks, and a town sprang up around
them. Wood fueled the community’s economy until 1930. By this
time, most of the area mills had been forced to shut down.
Wabeno boasts a Logging Museum containing relics and
records preserved in a replica of an old logging camp. Built in 1941
by the Wabeno Lions Club, the museum contains many items
needed for hardwood logging during that era.
The Wabeno Public Library is one of the most quaint and
charming log libraries in the state. Built in 1897, it served as the
land office for the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad Company,
making it one of the first buildings in Wabeno.
The Wabeno Antique Power Association holds its annual celebration of historical technology the third weekend in July. Anyone
interested in antique machinery would find something of interest
at “Steam Up Days”. Everything from steam-powered engines to
old gasoline engines of the past are displayed at the festival.
Photo by Mary Sangrey
Photo by Craig Kochenderfer
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Area Churches
ARGONNE
United Methodist Church
7945 Pine Street 715-649-3750
Sunday Worship at 10:30 am
ARMSTRONG CREEK
St. Stanislaus Kostka
Catholic Church
Highway 8, 715-336-2334
CARTER
Sunnyside Community Church
P.O. Box 354, Highway 32
CRANDON
Crandon Church of Christ
100 Prospect Avenue
715-478-2645
Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
Good Shepherd
Lutheran Church-LCMS
1507 North Lake Avenue
715-478-3555
Sunday Worship at 9:30 am
Jehovah Kingdom Hall
1036 Highway 55
715-478-5775
Lakeland Baptist Church
106 South Hazeldell
715-478-3901
Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
and 6:00 pm
Living Faith Church of God
202 South Hazeldell
715-478-2369
Sunday Worship at 10:30 am
and 6:00 pm
Praise Chapel
200 East 6th Street, 715-478-2051
Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
and 6:30 pm
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
208 North Park Street, 715-478-3396
Saturday Mass at 5:00 pm
Sunday Mass at 9:00 am
St. Luke’s
United Methodist Church
301 South Lake, 715-478-3797
Sunday Worship at 9:00 am
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church-WELS
501 North Park, 715-478-5620
Sunday Worship at 10:15 am
HILES
Christ Lutheran Church–WELS
9126 Highway 32
715-649-3900/478-5620
Sunday Worship at 8:15 am
LAONA
First Presbyterian Church
Linden Street, 715-473-3603
Sunday Worship at 6:00 pm
St. John Lutheran Church-LCMS
5502 Beech Street, 715-674-3836
Sunday Worship at 8:00 am
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St. Leonard’s Catholic Church
5331 Beech Street, 715-674-3241
Saturday Mass at 4:00 pm
Sunday Mass at 9:00 am
Laona Church of the Nazarene
5207 Spruce Street, 715-674-2335
Sunday Worship at 10:30
MOLE LAKE
Waba Nun Nung Chapel
715-478-2730
Sunday Worship at 9:30 am
NEWALD
St. Hubert Catholic Church
715-674-3241
Saturday Mass at 5:30 pm
WABENO
First Presbyterian Church
4347 Branch Street, 715-473-3603
Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
St. Ambrose Catholic Church
1793 Elm Street, 715-473-2511
Saturday Mass at 4:00 pm
Sunday Mass at 10:30 am
Trinity Evangelical-WELS
Lutheran Church
1749 Forest Avenue, 715-473-5633
Sunday Worship at 9:30 am
Monday Worship at 6:00 pm
Please Patronize These Fine Chamber of Commerce Members:
Advanced Disposal
Advertise Wisconsin, LLC
American Family Insurance
Appraisal Shoppe
Argonne Lumber & Supply, Inc.
Associated Bank-Crandon
Beachside Bar & Grill
Best Wash of Crandon
Best Western Crandon Inn & Suites
BJ Madl & Company
Brule River Cabins
C & D Restoration
Camp 20 Cabins
Camp 5 Museum Foundation Inc.
Campbell Auto Supply, LLC
Cellcom
Century 21 Northwoods Team
Cheneys, LLC
City of Crandon
Coca Cola Bottling
Collins Auto Repair
Connor Human Restoration
Connor Management Corp.
Conway True Value Hardware
Covantage Credit Union
Crandon International Off-Road Raceway
Crandon Pharmacy
Crandon Water Shows
Crawford Rentals
Creative Screenprinting & Embroidery
Damage, Inc. 4 X 4 Club
Dannyboy's Musky Crazy Guide Service
Dean Distributing
Duck's Bar
Dvorak's Docks
Forest County ATV Association
Final Touch Construction
Flannery Trucking Company
Flowers From The Heart
Forest Abstract Company
Forest County Advertising
Forest County Humane Society
Forest County UW Extension
Forest Granite Works
Forest TV & Appliance
Four Seasons Motel
Frontier Communications
G&K Services
Glen Park Condos
Gowey Abstract & Title Co.
Gravitter Plumbing & Heating
Group Therapy
H & R Block
Hayes Metals, LLC
Heritage Hunt Club
Hiles Pine Lake Campground
Hotel Crandon
Hometown Trolley
Integrity Realtors
Johnnie’s Resort
Kane Construction
Kathy's Custom Window Fashions
Kovac Planetarium
Kutchie's Pine Lake Cabin Rental
Lafetta Restaurant
Lake Lucerne Cabin Rentals
Laona State Bank
Liquor Lode & Wine House, LLC
Little Pine Motel
Lotter’s of Crandon
Main Street Inn
Mecca Makers, LLC
Ministry Medical Group-Crandon
Mole Lake Casino, Lodge Conference Center
Nevaeh Salon
NRG Media, LLC
Nicolet Area Technical College
Nicolet Country Club
Nicolet Pet Grooms
North Lake Wireless
Northwoods Construction & Roofing
Northwoods Insurance Agency
Northwoods Paving Seal & Landscape
On Deck Platter
One Prospect Computer Technologies
Pack ‘Em Inn
Packerland Broadband
Parson's Auto & Truck Sales
Pioneer Printing/Pioneer Express
Port Townsend Resort
Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel
Potawatomi Traveling Times
Prescription Foot Care LLC
R/C Havok
Rhinelander Resorts.Com
Riepenhoff’s Butternut Lake Cabins
Sam Votis Appraisals
Santa’s Backwoods Motel
School District of Crandon
Schaefer’s IGA
Second Chance Antiques
She's All That!! LLC
S-J&W Ham Lake Campground LLC
Smith Sport & Hobby
Sommer, Olk, Schroeder & Payant, LLP
Strand's Sunset Resort
Super Bowl & Bar
Swamp Creek Antiques
The Crystal Bell Inn & Spa B&B, LLC
The Forest Republican
Tri County Heating and Cooling
Tricia's Treasures & Bistro
Valenti’s Barber Shop & Computer Repair
Vandenberg Media Arts & Marketing
Village Inn Laundromat
Walentowski Builders, Inc.
Waste Management
Waters Edge Lodge
Wayne Link, CPA SC
Weber-Hill Funeral Home
WI Off-Highway Vehicle Association
Wisconsin Public Service Corp.
Wolf River Pharmacy
Yaeger Oil Co., Inc/Laona Machine Supply
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS:
Michael Childers
Michael Faledas
Gary & Christine Mueller
Dean Schramka
Clement & Sandra Walentowski
Walter & Mary Wied
Toll-Free: 1- 800-334-3387
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Beachside Bar & Grill Cabin Rentals
4163 E. Lakeview St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-1059
See ads on pages 15 and 18
Crawford Lake Log Chalet Rental
1576 County Rd. Q, Crandon, WI 54520
715-889-1127
[email protected]
www.crawfordrental.com
Four Seasons Motel
304 W. Glen St., Crandon, WI 54520
888-816-6835 or 715-478-3377
www.FourSeasons-Motel.com
[email protected]
See ad on page 14
Heritage Hunt Club
Heritage Acres, Inc.
5480 Connor Farm Rd., P.O. Box 5
Laona, WI 54541
877-332-7268 or 715-674-7043
www.HeritageHuntClub.com
See ad on page 20
Johnnie’s Resort
6995 Potawatomi Rd., Laona, WI 54541
715-889-1451
[email protected]
www.johnniesresort.com
Little Pine Motel
9245 State Hwy 32, Hiles, WI 54511
888-541-4150 or 715-649-3431
www.littlepinemotel.com
See ad on page 15
Main Street Inn
400 S. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
866-478-2210 or 715-478-2423
www.main-streetinn.com
See ad on page 15
Port Townsend Resort
17950 Sunset Bay Ln., Townsend, WI 54175
715-850-2777
www.porttownsendresort.com
[email protected]
See ad on page 14
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Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel
618 State Hwy. 32, Carter, WI 54566
800-487-9522
[email protected]
www.cartercasino.com
See ads on pages 14 and Back Cover
DINING
Santa’s Backwoods Motel
18000 Hwy. 55, Alvin, WI 54542
715-545-3537
[email protected]
www.santasbackwoodsmotel.com
See ad on page 14
Den & Ren’s
381 US HWY 8
Armstrong Creek, WI 54103
715-336-2554
CAMPGROUNDS
Hiles Pine Lake Campground
8896 W. Pine Lake Rd., Hiles, WI 54511
715-649-3319
[email protected]
www.campingpinelake.com
Crandon Off-Road Raceway Campground
10104 Hwy 8, P.O. Box 101, Crandon, WI 4520
888-611-6092 or 715-478-2222
www.crandonoffroad.com
See ad on page 13
Beachside Bar & Grill
4163 E. Lakeview St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-1059
See ads on pages 15 and 18
Duck’s Bar
213 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-2317
See ad on page 18
Hotel Crandon Restaurant & Bar
200 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-2414
See ad on page 17
Knothole Restaurant
4470 Branch St., Wabeno, WI 54566
715-473-3000
See ad on page 16
CASINOS
Main Street Ed’s
7909 Main St., Argonne, WI 54511
715-649-3810
See ad on page 16
Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel
618 State Hwy. 32, Carter, WI 54566
800-487-9522
[email protected]
www.cartercasino.com
See ads on pages 14 and Back Cover
Nicolet Country Club Bar & Grill
5245 Fairway Court, P.O. Box 56
Laona, WI 54541
715-674-4780
www.nicoletcountryclub.com
See ad on page 16
CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
Forest County Chamber of Commerce
116 S. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
800-334-3387 or 715-478-3450
[email protected]
www.visitforestcounty.com
See ad on page 43
Wabeno Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 105, Wabeno, WI 54566
715-473-2311
See ad on page 41
The On Deck Platter
123 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-0077
See ad on page 16
Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel
The Springs Restaurant
618 State Hwy. 32, Carter, WI 54566
715-473-2324
www.cartercasino.com
See ads on pages 14 and Back Cover
Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel
The Flames Sports Bar and Grill
618 State Hwy. 32, Carter, WI 54566
800-487-9522
[email protected]
www.cartercasino.com
See ads on pages 14 and Back Cover
Ministry Health Care
400 West Glen St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3318
4876 Mill Street, Laona, WI 54541
715-674-5233
800-578-0840
See ad on page 40
Tricia’s Treasures & Bistro
109 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-1161
See ad on page 31
Moose Lady Healer LLC
5359 Starks Settlement Road, Laona, WI 54541
715-674-3301
www.mooseladyhealer.lbri.com
[email protected]
See ad on page 18
FINANCIAL
Associated Bank, N.A.
210 S. Lake Ave.
Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3327 FAX 715-478-5345
www.associatedbank.com
CoVantage Credit Union
502 W. Pioneer St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-5100 FAX 715-478-5103
[email protected]
www.covantagecu.org
See ad on page 17
Laona State Bank
5308 Beech St., P.O. Box 128
Laona, WI 54541
715-674-2911
108 N. Lake Ave., P.O. Box 395
Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-5800 FAX 715-674-5610
www.laonastatebank.com
See ad on page 39
INSURANCE
American Family Insurance/Tyler Sherry
202 N Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3646 or 800-692-6326
[email protected]
www.amfam.com
See ad on page 10
MEDICAL
Forest County Potawatomi
Health and Wellness Center
8201 Mish ko swen Dr., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-4300
www.fcpotawatomi.com
See ad on page 35
Nu-Roc Community Healthcare
3576 A Nu-Roc Ln., Laona, WI 54541
715-674-4477
[email protected]
www.nu-roc.com
See ad on page 38
MUSEUMS
Forest County Historical Museum
105 Jackson St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-5900
See page 10
Forest County Potawatomi
Cultural Center and Museum
5460 Everybody’s Rd., Crandon, WI 54520
800-960-5479
See ad on page 10
Kovac Planetarium
Mud Creek Rd., Monico, WI 54501
715-487-4411
See ad on page 9
REAL ESTATE
Century 21 Northwoods Team, Inc.
108 N. Lake Ave., P.O. Box 144, Crandon, WI 54520
877-C21-NWDS or 715-478-3744
www.c21nwds.com
[email protected]
APPRAISALS
M. Childers Appraisals
503 S. Park Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-2881
[email protected]
www.crandonappraisal.com
RECREATION
Camp 5 Lumberjack Steam Train
Camp Five Museum Foundation, Inc.
Hwy. 8 & 32, P.O. Box 5, Laona, WI 54541
715-674-3414
[email protected]
www.lumberjacksteamtrain.com
See ad on page 9
Crandon International Off-Road Raceway
10104 Hwy. 8, P.O. Box 101, Crandon, WI 54520
888-611-6092 or 715-478-2222
[email protected]
www.crandonoffroad.com
See ad on page 13
Damage Inc. 4x4 Club
Milwaukee, WI
[email protected]
www.damageinc4x4club.com
See ad on page 11
Forest County ATV Association
www.forestcountyatv.com
See ad on page 26
Heritage Hunt Club
Heritage Acres, Inc.
5480 Connor Farm Rd., P.O. Box 5
Laona, WI 54541
877-332-7268 or 715-674-7043
www.HeritageHuntClub.com
See ad on page 20
R/C Havok
950 Zinzer Rd., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-0028
www.rchavokraceway.com
[email protected]
See ad on page 19
Nicolet Country Club
5245 Fairway Court, P.O. Box 56
Laona, WI 54541
715-674-4780
www.nicoletcountryclub.com
See ad on page 16
Super Bowl & Bar
111 E. Madison St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-BOWL (2695)
See ad on page 18
Title Town Jeepers
3231 Timberwood Court, Abrams, WI 54101
[email protected]
See ad on page 26
WORVPI
Wisconsin Off-Road Vehicle Park, Inc.
www.worvpi.org
See ad on page 12
Toll-Free: 1- 800-334-3387
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Wisconsin Off-Highway
Vehicle Association
P.O. Box 1865, Fond Du Lac, WI 54936
[email protected]
www.wohva.com
See ad on page 11
RETAIL
2nd Chance Antiques
115 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-2531 or 715-493-0258
[email protected]
See ad on page 17
Argonne Lumber and Supply
7595 Hwy. 32 & 55, Argonne, WI 54511
715-649-3237
www.ArgonneLumber.com
See ad on page 33
Potawatomi Carter/Stone Lake
C-Store and Smoke Shop
617 State Hwy. 32, Carter, WI 54566
715-473-5100
5326 Fire Keeper Rd., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-4199
See ad on page 19
Schaefer’s IGA / Gas Depot
600 E. Pioneer St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-2558
Gas Depot 715-478-3000
[email protected]
See ad on page 15
She’s All That!!, LLC
102 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-1442
www.shesallthatwi.com
www.boutiqueforwomen/shesallthat.com
See ad on page 31
Connor Builders Supply & True Value
5258 Hwy. 8, P.O. Box 31, Laona, WI 54541
715-674-2444
[email protected]
Smith Sport & Hobby
209 E. Pioneer St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-1455 FAX 715-478-1458
[email protected]
www.smithsportandhobby.com
See ad on page 20
Conway True Value Hardware
Pioneer Plaza, Hwy. 8 East, Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3617
See ad on page 37
Tricia’s Treasures & Bistro
109 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-1160
See ad on page 31
Dvorak’s Docks
N11176 US Hwy 45, P.O. Box 353, Elcho, WI 54428
715-275-3625
www.dvoraksdocks.com
See ad on page 35
Fire-Up Fireworks and Smoke Shop
7876 US Hwy 8, P.O. Box 125, Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-5120 FAX 715-478-5150
Flowers From The Heart
& Northwoods Trading Post
117 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3710
4311 N. Branch St., Wabeno, WI 54566
715-473-5400
[email protected]
See ad on page 31
Hayes Metals LLC
305 N. Blvd., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3528 FAX 715-478-3529
[email protected]
See ad on page 36
SCHOOLS
School District of Crandon
9750 Highway 8 West, Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3339
www.crandon.k12.wi.us
See ad on page 40
School District of Laona
5216 Forest Ave., Suite A, Laona, WI 54541
715-674-2143
www.laona.k12.wi.us
See ad on page 40
School District of Wabeno
P.O. Box 460, Wabeno, WI 54566
715-473-2592
www.wabeno.k12.wi.us
See ad on page 40
SERVICES
Liquor Lode & Wine House
600 E. Pioneer St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3100 FAX 715-478-3101
See ad on page 15
Bottoms Up Antique Wood Boat Restoration
Crandon, WI 54520 / 715-478-3186
antiquewoodboatrestoration.com
[email protected]
See ad on page 35
Lotter’s Market and Mobil
300 W. Glen St., (Hwy 8), Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3677
See ad on page 19
C&D Restoration, LLC
715 S. Grandview Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-0756
See ad on page 36
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Dannyboy’s Musky Crazy Guide Service
Multi-species/ice and open water
715-889-2938
[email protected]
www.dannyboysguideservice1.com
Forest County Economic Development Partnership
116 S Lake Avenue, P.O. Box 96, Crandon, WI 54520
715-851-7776
www.forestcountyWIbusiness.com
[email protected]
See ad on Inside Front Cover
Forest Granite Works
905 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3958
www.forestgraniteworks.com
See ad on page 42
Forest Republican
108 W. Madison St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3315
FAX 715-478-5385
[email protected]
See ad on page 33
Gravitter Plumbing & Heating
501 W. Lincoln St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-2284
See ad on page 36
Hometown Trolley
701 N. Railroad Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-5090 FAX 715-478-5095
www.hometowntrolley.com
[email protected]
See ad on page 41
Laona Machine Supply
4902 Hwy. 8, Laona, WI 54541
877-674-3909 FAX 715-674-2607
www.laonamachine.com
See ad on page 38
Motor Sports Marine, LLC
N10306 State Hwy. 55, Pearson, WI 54462
715-484-2106
www.motorsportsmarine.com
See ad on page 27
North Central Wisconsin ITBEC
22 E. Mifflin St., Suite 900, Madison, WI 53703
715-356-4472
www.northcentralwisconsin.com
[email protected]
See ad on page 17
North Lake Wireless of Crandon
306 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-4660
[email protected]
See ad on page 17
Nevaeh Salon
208 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-2828
www.sinnermantattoo.com
See ad on page 19
Nicolet Pet Grooms
4989 West Shore Dr., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-2129
www.nicoletpetgrooms.com
[email protected]
See ad on page 39
Potawatomi Traveling Times
8000 Potawatomi Trail, P.O. Box 340
Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-7437
www.fcpotawatomi.com
See ad on page 32
Sinnerman Tattoo Company
208 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-8282, www.sinnermantattoo.com
See ad on page 19
TCK Electric
PO Box 352, Townsend, WI 54175
715-850-1252
[email protected]
See ad on page 32
Den & Ren’s
381 US HWY 8
Armstrong Creek, WI 54103
715-336-2554
Village Inn Laundromat, LLC
600 E. Pioneer St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-487-5175
Duck’s Bar
213 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520,
715-478-2317
See ad on page 18
Weber-Hill Funeral Home
302 S. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-2322 FAX 715-478-2323
[email protected]
weberhillfuneralhome.com
Hotel Crandon Restaurant & Bar
200 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520,
715-478-2414
See ad on pages 17
TAVERNS
Main Street Ed’s
7909 Main St., Argonne, WI 54511
715-649-3810
See ad on page 16
Storage City
West of Crandon on Hwy 8
P.O. Box 544, Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-478-2085 See ad on page 36
Beachside Bar & Grill
4163 E. Lakeview St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-1059
See ad on pages 15 and 18
Strong Construction
8589 Zimmer Ln., Argonne, WI 54511
715-649-3526
[email protected]
See ad on page 37
Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel
The Flames Sports Bar and Grill
618 State Hwy. 32, Carter, WI 54566
800-487-9522
[email protected]
www.cartercasino.com
See ads on pages 14 and Back Cover
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday
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Forest County Sheriff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3331
City of Crandon Police Department . . . . . . . . . 715-478-1000
USDA Nicolet National Forest
Laona Ranger District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-674-4481
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
(DNR) Crandon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3717
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Super Bowl & Bar
111 E. Madison St., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-BOWL (2695)
See ad on page 18
Forest County Courthouse Offices, Crandon
For Your Information:
Clinics
Crandon . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Laona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mole Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Potawatomi Health and Wellness
Wisconsin Poison Control Center
Pack Em Inn
216 N. Lake Ave., Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-3850
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Child Support Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-2157
Clerk of Circuit Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3323
Commission on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3256
Coroner, Wabeno. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-473-4802
Corporation Counsel, Forest County . . . . . 715-623-3743
County Clerk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-2422
County Judge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-2329
County Nurse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3371
County Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-2412
County Board Chairman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-336-2463
District Attorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3511
Economic Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-851-7776
Emergency Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3430
Forestry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3475
Highway Commissioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3516
Highway Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-2123
Medical Examiner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3331
Real Property Lister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3216
Register of Deeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3823
Register in Probate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-2418
Social Services Department. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3351
UW-Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-2212
Veterans Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3722
Youth and 4-H Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-7797
Zoning and Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715-478-3893
Forest County Advertising/SNOWLINE. . . 715-478-2024
Year-round hours are as follows:
Mon., Tue., Wed. 9 am to 5 pm, Thur. 9 am to 7 pm, Fri. 9 am to 5 pm
and Saturday 9 am to 12 pm. For additional information please see
their website at crandonpl.org or call 715-478-3784.
Toll-Free: 1- 800-334-3387
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