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TAYLOR COUNTY Superior

Ashland Approximate
distance from
Ashland 102 miles
Eagle River
Chicago, IL 263 miles
Rice Lake Eagle River 74 miles
Eau Claire 61 miles
Green Bay
Wausau
Minneapolis 50 Miles 124 miles
St. Paul Eau Claire Marshfield
LaCrosse
Green Bay
102 miles
Madison 152 miles
LaCrosse
100 Miles Marshfield 34 miles
Wisconsin Dells Minneapolis, MN 149 miles
Milwaukee 189 miles
150 Miles Milwaukee
Madison Rice Lake 72 miles
200 Miles
Superior 136 miles
Wisconsin Dells 108 miles
Table of Contents
Fall Color Rides .....................................................................Page 4 Wausau 50 miles
Trophy Black Bear ................................................................Page 6
Winter Sports Destination ....................................................Page 8 This guide is published by
High Tech Ski Lift ................................................................Page 16 The Star News in cooperation with
Taylor County Tourism.
Hueys Hideaway.................................................................Page 20
Bowling Alley Anniversary...................................................Page 22 On the cover: Perkinstown Tramp
Tired Iron Vintage Snowmobiles .........................................Page 24 Star News staff photo taken at the
Kids Corner ...............................................................Page 26 & 34 Perkinstown Winter Sports Area.
Fun Competition..................................................................Page 32
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October Events
A Fall Pumpkin Festival will be
held Saturday, Oct. 1 from 9 a.m.
Fall color rides
to 4 p.m. in Thorp. There will Autumn in the northwoods is the time when Mother Nature
gets out her crayons and colors the leaves and forests.
be more than 130 arts/crafts
and food booths; horse-drawn
wagon rides; pony rides; Iron Taylor County is the perfect location to enjoy these owned by the Ice Age Trail Alliance. A small primitive
Man Obstacle Challenge; re- colors while riding or driving on the countys hundreds campsite, built by local Boy Scouts, is located in a
enactment groups of the Civil War of miles of rural and country roads. wooded clearing west of the segments endpoint on
and French and Indian War; and Hwy 13. Upon reaching Hwy 13, hikers should head
The county lays in the heart of the maple syrup north on the shoulder of the highway for 0.7 miles to
pumpkin recipe, pumpkin painting region of the state in the forested belt between the
and carving, pumpkin pie eating, a wayside on the east side of the road. The wayside
pine forests to the north and the open farmland to the has water and restrooms available from late May to
seed spitting, pumpkin weigh-in, south. The rolling glacial hills of Taylor County open mid-September. From the Hwy 13 wayside the East
biggest sunflower head, and onto hidden valleys and pockets where the green Lake Segment heads east through hilly terrain and
biggest ear of corn contests. leaves of summer linger and where the colors delight mixed hardwood forest. Look for signs noting points
even late season riders. of interest or identifying trees, including a sign at
St. Michaels Catholic Church in While a car ride can be a great way to spend a the beginning of the segment detailing the Wisconsin
Jump River will hold a Fall Dinner sunny afternoon, to get the full experience of autumn Conservation Corps help in building the Ice Age Trail
on Sunday, Oct. 2 from 11 a.m. in Taylor County it is best to be in the open air. in Taylor County. The segment soon reaches the
to 1 p.m. at the Jump River headwaters of the Black River in a scenic hemlock
For those who like a little exercise with their sight- grove. Farther on, the Trail enters a Taylor County
Community Center, W14751 River seeing, the Ice Age Trail offers numerous day hike aspen regeneration project area. The segment follows
St. Menu includes chicken, Polish and through-hiking experiences. The Ice Age Trail is a a swath cut through the trees and crosses Beards
sausage with sauerkraut, parsley National Scenic Trail that follows the terminal moraine Lane. From here the segment continues northeast
potatoes, vegetable and pie. of the most recent Ice Age which ended about 10,000 through a mix of Taylor County Forest and private
For more information, visit www. years ago. The trail is over 1,000 miles long in the lands, soon passing by the shore of East Lake, a
jumpriverwisconsin.com. state with the section in Taylor County recently voted classic kettle lake, in a landscape of dramatic high-
as one of the best trails in the country in a national relief hummocky topography. After passing by East
contest. Mobile Skills Crews with workers from around
Aspirus Color 5K Fun Run will be the country have spent hundreds of hours in recent
Lake, the segment continues northeast through
held Sunday, Oct. 2 at Aspirus forested but slightly less hilly terrain and eventually
years improving the trails so that they can balance climbs to the top of Moose Mountain. Here, hikers can
Therapy & Fitness, 103 S. Gibson safety, adventure and respect for these fragile enjoy a nice panoramic view of the area when leaves
St. in Medford. Participants will environments. are off the trees. Hikers will notice erratics of various
get showered with non- sizes, shapes and colors scattered across Moose
The East Lake segment of the trail in Taylor
toxic biodegradable colored County is a popular day hike segment. Mountain and in some of the surrounding areas.
cornstarch powder. Check in is The Trail descends and near its endpoint on CTH D
from 1 p.m. until race time. Run/ According to the Ice Age Trail Alliance, from its connects and overlaps with the Rib Lake Nordic Ski
walk starts at 3 p.m. with walkers starting point at the Fisher Creek Road/Fawn Avenue Trail network.
following every five minutes. intersection, the 0.9-mile Pine Line Segment crosses
the Pine Line multi-use trail and then makes its way For those who are more comfortable sticking to
Proceeds to benefit United Way east along the edge of a farm field. The segment the roads, the countys wide open spaces and lack
and Aspirus Medford Foundation. turns north and soon enters a wooded property of heavy traffic make it an ideal base for motorcycles.
Roads less traveled

See COLOR RIDES on page 10
A Blood Drive will be held the
first Wednesday of the month
(Oct. 5) from 1:30-5:30 p.m.
at the Medford Fire Hall, 844
W. Broadway. Blood donations
take approximately one hour.
Appointments are preferred but
walk-ins are always welcome.
To schedule an appointment,
call Aspirus Medford Hospitals
programs and events line at
715-748-8762.
The Taylor County Snowmobile

Clubs Association Meeting will be
held the first Thursday of the
month (Oct. 6) at 7 p.m.
A Feast of the Holy Rosary will be

held Friday, Oct. 7 at 6 p.m. at
Historic St. Anns, W3963 Brehm
Ave. in the Town of Greenwood.
Taylor County has miles and miles of scenic beauty during late September/early October, perfect for taking
an afternoon ride on roads less traveled, stopping along the way and enjoying life.
Frequently check The Star News website, www.centralwinews.com, or
the Medford Area Chamber of Commerce website, medfordchamber.org, for updates to this calendar.
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October Events
Friends of the Library will hold
Trophy black bear
a Fall Book Sale Wednesday Taylor County black bear and the lucky hunter who got it,
through Saturday, Oct. 12-15.
The sale is open to Friends only entered the Boone & Crockett Clubs record books this year.
Oct. 12 and for the general public The club, which calls itself the nations most Koteckis bear was taken on land she and her
Oct. 13-15. Bag sale Saturday. prestigious conservation and big game hunting husband Jesse own in Taylor Countys southwest
Donations of books accepted organization, presented Stephanie Kotecki of the corner on Sept. 4, 2013, the opening day of the
anytime at the library entrance. Thorp area with a third award for her bear at its 29th season that year.
For more information, contact Big Game Awards Banquet in Springfield, Mo., on July
Kotecki was about as new to bear hunting as one
the Frances L. Simek Memorial 16. The bear, whose skull measured 22 9/16 inches,
could be when she got her bear of a lifetime, which
Library at 715-748-2505. will be listed in the Boone and Crockett Clubs 29th Big
had a live weight of 571 pounds. According to online
Game Awards book that is scheduled to be released
records posted by the Wisconsin Buck and Bear Club,
Oktober Fest, complete with a in October.
the skull measurement ranks as the Taylor County
German buffet, will be held on The book will feature over 4,000 new Boone and record by a margin of 3/16 inches. It was the largest
Saturday, Oct. 15 beginning Crockett qualifying trophies entered and accepted measurement from a bear taken in North America that
at 3 p.m. at Historic St. Anns, during the 29th awards period (2013-15) in 37 year, according to Boone and Crockett. Its among the
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Zion Lutheran Church will host

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Saturday, Oct. 22 from 4-6:30
p.m. at Brantwood Community
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hearty homemade bison stew
with all the fixings, homemade
bread and pie.
A Comedy Night will be held

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p.m. at the Broadway Theatre
in Medford. On stage will be
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The Jump River Run Dryland
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Sled Dog Racing will be held Everyone remembers their first Tramp -
Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 22-23
beginning at 8 a.m. at Lauhala
Perkinstown Tramp that is.
Kennels, N3438 Woodlawn Rd. For me, it was an arctic cold morning more than For the record the name is not a slur on those with
in Kennan. This is a fairly new two decades ago. My car complaining in the cold and loose morals, but instead refers to the act of stomping
sport where dogs are used to rounding the bend on CTH M near the P-Town Inn and around on snowshoes.
pull a cart or bike (bikejoring), seeing hundreds of cars and people dressed in every
color of the rainbow strapping on snowshoes. The race starts and finishes at the Perkinstown
or sometimes just involves a Winter Sports Area and draws about 400 racers each
person running behind their dogs As a young reporter from a much milder climate year, making it one of the largest events of its type in
(canicross). Anyone can bring I wondered at the craziness of people who voluntarily the state. The event is now entering its ninth running
their dog. This is an International leave their warm homes and cars to run around in the in 10 years (it had to be cancelled one unusually warm
Sled Dog Racing Association snow wearing what looked to me like overgrown tennis year.)
(ISADRA) sanctioned event, with rackets on their feet.
The race features a three-mile and a six-mile
timing and registration done by Fast forward a decade and I was among the 400 option, as well as competition in mountaineer divisions
the Wisconsin Trailblazers Sled people bouncing around at the start line waiting for for traditionalists who favor the challenge of large
Dog Club. For more information, the race to begin. By that point, having outgrown the wooden snowshoes. All the races are over the hilly,
email ailena.baum@yahoo.com previous location, the race was moved to the county- glacial landscape of the Chequamegon-Nicolet
or visit www.thejumpriverrun.com. owned Perkinstown Winter Sports Area and with new National Forest. The wide and well-groomed trails
organizers operated under the much less scandalous easily accommodate the number of racers, making
name of the Perkinstown Snowshoe Race. At its the race enjoyable for both the casual snowshoeing
The annual Harvest Days Festival heart though, it was still the Tramp and longtime fan who is trying to get some winter recreation, as well
will be held Thursday through race veterans would proudly wear their faded t-shirts as the more competitive racers. The six mile course is
Sunday, Oct. 27-30 in Medford. proclaiming I did the Perkinstown Tramp. a challenge for even the top runners, with steep grade
On Thursday, registration for the changes and single track areas through more remote
In 2016, the Medford Lions Club took over running
5K Pumpkin Run/Walk will be held the race, bringing their organization and volunteers to
locations in the forest.
at PBRs Lounge Around on Main help set the course and work the event. Along with the Away from the start, the silence of the forest-
Street starting at 4 p.m. until change came the return of the Perkinstown Tramp. See TRAMP on page 14
race time at 5:30 p.m. Route will
be in the city starting on Main Three-legged Snowshoeing
Street. Live music from 6-10 p.m.
at PBRs Lounge Around. On
Friday, window display judging will
take place. Adult trick or treating
will take place at area businesses
from 6-8 p.m. A scavenger hunt
will begin at 7 p.m. On Saturday,
there will be a touch a truck on
Main Street, kid activities at the
Chamber office, and hay wagon
rides from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A
kids dash starts at 10 a.m. by
the Chamber office and a chili
cook-off and dessert contest
will be held at Medford County
Market. A candy drop for kids will
take place at 12:15 p.m. A craft/
vendor sale and a food stand
will be set up under the Chamber
tent from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On
Sunday, the scavenger hunt ends
at 10 a.m. The parade will begin
at 2 p.m. and follow a route
through downtown Medford.
For more information, contact
the Medford Area Chamber of
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October Events
The Special Olympics Northern
Fall color rides
Continued from page 4 many of the areas home brewers and wine makers
Invitational Bowling Tournament Some must see destinations include: who swear by the springs water to make their beer
will be held on Saturday, Oct. 29 and wine shine.
at The Sports Page Bowl & Grill in Jump River - The mighty Jump River cascades
over rocks and boulders and makes its way across Rustic Road No. 1 - A move to preserve what
Medford. For more information, southern Price County before cutting through western remains of Wisconsins most picturesque and lightly
call The Sports Page at 715- Taylor County. This is an especially good later-season traveled country roads for the leisurely enjoyment of
748-3433. color destination because the sheltered valley of the bikers, hikers and motorists started with five miles of
river allows summer to hide out for a few extra weeks. gravel road just north of Rib Lake. Dedicated in 1985,
Rustic Road No. 1 became the first piece of a network
November Events
The Jump River town park is located just off Hwy 73 in
northwestern Taylor County and includes picnic areas of roads meandering through meadows, rolling over
and excellent fishing opportunities along with what is glacial-carved hills and crossing through some of the
most scenic parts of the state.
A Blood Drive will be held the possibly the most impressive town hall in the state,
made from the native rock in the area that was cleared Rustic Road No. 1 connects Hwy 102 and CTH
first Wednesday of the month from fields when the region was first settled.
(Nov. 2) from 1:30-5:30 p.m. D north of Rib Lake. Currently, there are 95 Rustic
Mondeaux Flowage - The Mondeaux Flowage Roads in Wisconsin covering 510 miles in 52 of the 72
at the Medford Fire Hall, 844 counties in the state. Taylor County has the distinction
W. Broadway. Blood donations is part of the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest
and offers plenty of outstanding views. While you are of having the first road to achieve the designation.
take approximately one hour. Those heading out can expect an overhanging canopy
there stop into the Mondeaux Dam lodge, it offers
Appointments are preferred but a spectacular view of the Mondeaux Flowage. The of trees over the road. Just be sure to slow down and
walk-ins are always welcome. flowage was a project of the Civilian Conservation enjoy the view.
To schedule an appointment, Corps more than 80 years ago and a stop is not Rib Lake - Taylor Countys largest natural lake is
call Aspirus Medford Hospitals complete without a glance at the history displays a great location to stop and check out the colors. Hwy
programs and events line at showing how the area was transformed from cutover 102 runs through the village of Rib Lake which takes
715-748-8762. farms to one of the prime outdoor recreation areas in its name from the lakeshore on which it was built. Rib
the state. As you travel down the road connecting the Lake was a mill town built around the lumber mill which
The Taylor County Snowmobile flowage to CTH E, be sure to stop and fill up your water turned the areas forests into wood products to build
Clubs Association Meeting will be bottles at an artisanal spring located on the north side buildings throughout the midwest. A historical marker
of the road. This spring runs year-round and people by Camp 28 commemorates the last log processed
held the first Thursday of the from throughout the region travel to experience it and
month (Nov. 3) at 7 p.m. at the mill. The logging camp inspired restaurant,
bring some home. While you are there, you might see See COLOR RIDES on page 12
Big Ticket Bingo, sponsored by
the Medford Kiwanis Club, will be
held Friday, Nov. 4 starting at 6
p.m. in the Medford High School
cafeteria.
A Soup Supper will be served

on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 4:30-8
p.m. at the Jump River Community
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soup, beef stew and biscuits,
chili, fresh bread, cheese and
desserts. For more information,
visit www.jumpriverwisconsin.com.
A Country Affair Craft Fair will

be held Saturday and Sunday,
Nov. 5-6 in the Multi-purpose
Building at the Taylor County
Fairgrounds in Medford. Show
times are Saturday 8 a.m. to 5
p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Gloria at 715-748-4635.
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The areas many lakes attract ice fishermen throughout the season with major
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(Miller Dam) each winter.

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Christmas Trees for Charities
Fall color rides
Continued from page 10 county by its official name. Most folks in the area call it
will be held November 14 watering hole and motel is decorated with logging Miller Dam, named after the owners of the farm where
through December 1 in Medford. paraphernalia used to log the forests in decades past. the dam and flowage were placed generations ago.
Area businesses pick up a Logging still remains a major industry in the region Southern route - Hwy 64 divides not only
Christmas tree at the Chamber and it is not unusual to share the roads with trucks northern Taylor County from southern Taylor County, it
of Commerce office, decorate loaded down with logs heading to the mill. also is a divide between rolling farmland of the central
it and return it to the chamber Miller Dam (Chequamegon Waters regions of Wisconsin and the rocky forests of the
office. Trees will be on display Flowage) - Miller Dam is Taylor Countys largest northwoods.
at the chamber office where the body of water and offers plenty of year-round While many people are attracted by the wooded
public can bid on them with the recreational opportunities. In the fall, this includes northern portions of the county, southern Taylor
proceeds going toward a charity bird hunting as well as seeing the changing colors County brings with it rustic charm. The best place
of the business choice. For more reflected in the flowages tea-colored waters. The to view the countys open farmland is by taking CTH
areas surface water has a brownish hue due to the
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Area Chamber of Commerce driving this route and be respectful of the many
creeks and streams which feed into the lakes. The old order Amish who call the area home and whose
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you look at the official map, the body of water is called While among the flattest portions of the county, the
Chequamegon Water Flowage, because it was made road twists and turns making it an interesting and
The Jump River First Responders from the convergence of several smaller tributaries of challenging ride.
will hold a Spaghetti Supper on the Yellow River. However, locals are likely to look at
Saturday, Nov. 19 from 4:30-8:30 you funny if you call the largest body of water in the
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December Events
Medford Area Chamber of
Commerces Lighting of the
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take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday,
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Area children can participate
as Santa leads them with
caroling to flip the switch and
set Main Street aglow with the
Christmas lights. There will be
refreshments available. For more
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held the first Thursday of the broken only by the crunch of snowshoes on the trail, After the CCC left, operation of the area bounced
month (Dec. 1) at 7 p.m. can easily make people forget what century they are in around. A number of private businesses leased and
as they soak up the beauty of the landscape. operated the Perkinstown Winter Sports Area, but
The Childrens Christmas Corner The annual race draws competitors from around
none were successful.
will be held Saturday, Dec. 3 the region, as well as from throughout the Midwest Then in 1951, Glen Ogle had an idea. At the
from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Medford and beyond. Some of the top talents in showshoe time, Ogle was a sophomore at the old Hannibal High
Middle School. Children can shop racing have participated in the Tramp over the years School. He suggested to his science class they could
for gifts with the help of an elf and organizers are hoping for another great year in raise money by running the recreation area. The class
or on their own, while parents 2017. didnt go along with the idea, but he later convinced
enjoy refreshments. For more The race is just one draw for those wanting an
the schools FFA Chapter to take on the project. When
information, contact the Medford the Hannibal School merged with Gilman Schools in
outdoor thrill. The Perkinstown Winter Sports Area has 1956, the FFA continued the project and ran it for
Area Chamber of Commerce been a wintertime destination for generations. many years. The driving force behind its success in
at 715-748-4729 or email those years was advisor Ken Brager and his crew of
There is something about a hill covered in fresh
medfordchamber1@gmail.com. snow that compels people of all ages to slide down it. students. Eventually, the FFA could no longer run the
facility, and it is now run by Taylor County.
The seventh annual Red Higgins As visitors to Taylor County will quickly note, there
Classic Country Christmas Show are plenty of hills in the glacially carved landscape. In those days, the area featured downhill skiing
Come winter there is also an abundance of snow. and a 660 foot long, steel sided toboggan run with
will be held on Saturday, Dec. 3 at an iced bottom that allowed speeds up to 50 mph.
Taylor County sees on average 47 inches of snow
2 and 6:30 p.m. in the Red/White each winter. This is good news for people who live in Insurance liability, and the expense of upkeep, have
Theater at Medford High School. and visit the region, because it means more snowy seen those go away over the years.
Ticket proceeds will benefit the fun.
Never Forgotten Honor Flight. However, one feature that hasnt gone away is the
Taylor Countys premier public winter fun ttubing hill. When tubing started at Perkinstown, it
zone is Perkinstown Winter Sports Area was one of the first in the state to open tubing
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The annual Abbotsford Christmas located on Wintersports Road in central runs. Now, the bulk of winter fun at the facility
Parade is Saturday, Dec. 3. Taylor County. revolves around the tubing activities.
Parade starts at 7:30 p.m.
Clowns at 7 p.m. Come see To get to the area, take Hwy 64 west After getting their tubes, visitors have two
of Medford for about 15 miles and ooptions for getting to the top of the hill.
many of your favorite storybook They can take the very long steps to
then head north on Winter Sportss
characters. Raffle drawing for Road, a town road that windss gget to the top of the 65-foot rise, or
prizes. For information contact through Taylor Countys tthey can get a ride up on the tow
Kris OLeary or Kevin Flink at famous glacial terrain. rope before heading back down
715-223-2342. Go north for about 4.5 tthe hill on either the freestyle
miles and watch for side
s or one of the three runs.
The Knox Creek Heritage Center the signs. Two parking The Winter Sports Area
will host a Finnish Independence lots provide plenty of aalso features cross country
Day Celebration on Saturday, Dec. off-road parking for the sskiing trails. Beginner to
3 from 2-5 p.m. at Brantwood sports area. iintermediate trails that are
Community Center, corner of The view from the upper well groomed for both skating
Hwy 8 and CTH D in Brantwood. parking lot looks out over the and classic skiing are available.
Dinner begins at 2 p.m. with newly remodeled chalet and a There is a 0.8-kilometer Beginner
a program to follow at 4 p.m. series of accessible earth ramps LLoop, the 3.3-kilometer Tower Loop,
makes for an easy descent to the tthe 4.1-kilometer Grouse Loop, the
Dinner includes mojakka [stew] 5.1-kilometer Hemlock Loop and the
building. The lower parking lot
cooked outdoors in an iron kettle includes handicapped accessible 12.5-kilometer Beaver Loop. Skis may
over a wood fire, homemade parking spots. The county has be rented. The cross country ski trails
bread and more. Homemade invested in special tubes for people are also open to snowshoeing along with
Finnish bread and cardamom with disabilities so everyone can some snowshoe only trails.
braid will also be available for join in the fun regardless of physical One of the best parts of enjoying a
sale. For more information, email ability. dday outside in the cold is warming up by
mbraski@yahoo.com. The facility opens when snow tthe fire when you come inside. The chalet
conditions are adequate, with the goal ooffers comfortable seating and a great view
A Blood Drive will be held the to be open by Christmas each year. of the surrounding area while you warm up
first Wednesday of the month The area is open on Friday evenings, aand share stories of your winter adventures
(Dec. 7) from 1:30-5:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. It is also available wwith other visitors. There are also food,
at the Medford Fire Hall, 844 for special events and groups at other beverages and restrooms available.
W. Broadway. Blood donations times. Much of the wood interior of the addition
take approximately one hour. The Perkinstown Winter Sports area is from timber that was logged from the Winter
Appointments are preferred but began as a Civilian Conservation Corps SSports Area to make way for the addition
walk-ins are always welcome. project during the Great Depression. At and the expansion of the upper parking
To schedule an appointment, the time it was built, the CCC had been lot. Even in mild winters, the north-facing
call Aspirus Medford Hospitals charged with developing winter recreation hill keeps its snow cover and rental
in national forests, a policy that later changed to events are held into the early spring. It makes for a
programs and events line at great family-friendly outing and is ideal for groups with
emphasize summer recreation.
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ICE FISHING CONTEST
on Chelsea Lake
Sunday, February 26, 2017
(Contest ends 3:00 p.m.)
Winners of the shing contest will be announced at the lake when the contest ends!!
Youth Fishing Contest
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Clubhouse located at N6357 State Hwy. 13-Approx. 9 miles north of Medford
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For more information & reservations call: 715-748-3393 or Dawn Jensen 715-427-5645
December Events
A Potluck Christmas Party will be
High tech ski lift
held Sunday, Dec. 4 at Historic St. Forest Springs keeps up with the latest technology to give
winter enthusiasts a more pleasant experience
Anns, W3963 Brehm Ave. in the
Town of Greenwood. The meal
will be followed by Bingo and a At first glance, the long plastic tube looks like
Christmas carol sing-along. For something that would be more at home on the set
more information, contact Greg of a science fiction movie rather than at a camp and
or Sue Thums at 715-427-5828 conference facility in rural northcentral Wisconsin.
or Irene Dums at 715-427-3488. What looks like just a long tube on the side of a
hill is part of the new conveyor ski lift system for the
Arts and Crafts at the Library at beginners hill at Forest Springs Camp and Conference
the Frances L. Simek Memorial Center. The year-round facility is located just off Rustic
Library in Medford will be held on Road No. 1 about four miles north of Rib Lake.
Saturday, December 10. According to Pat Petkau, executive director of the
camp, for many years the ski hill utilized a tow rope to
return skiers up the slope to the top of the beginner
January Events hill. While it was functional, it had some downsides,
especially for younger skiers who didnt have the
A Blood Drive will be held the strength to hold onto the tow rope.
first Wednesday of the month Del Kroeker, the program maintenance specialist
(Jan. 4) from 1:30-5:30 p.m. for the camp, and one of the primary instructors for
at the Medford Fire Hall, 844 the ski hill, said the tow rope was a bottleneck delaying
W. Broadway. Blood donations people from enjoying their days on the slopes. He
take approximately one hour. said ski-boarders especially found it a challenge to
stay upright with the tow-rope system. Since the fun
Appointments are preferred but of skiing and snowboarding is going down the hill,
walk-ins are always welcome. standing in the cold to wait and get back up can be
To schedule an appointment, a drag.
call Aspirus Medford Hospitals to vary the speed from 160 to 240 feet per minute.
programs and events line at With about half of the facilitys nearly 20,000
He said this will be very useful to make it an enjoyable
annual visitors coming during the winter months,
715-748-8762. providing an enjoyable experience for all their guests
experience for people regardless of age.
was at the heart of making the upgrade to the new A specially textured surface on the conveyor belt
The Taylor County Snowmobile Sun Kid conveyor lift system, Petkau explained. allows the riders to maintain a firm grip with their
Clubs Association Meeting will be skies or snowboard while standing. Special brushes
held the first Thursday of the Camp staff estimate that more than 26,000
as part of the conveyor belt mechanism keep ice from
people have learned to ski or snowboard at Forest
month (Jan. 5) at 7 p.m. Springs since it opened. Considering its location in the
accumulating on the belt and gears allow operators to
tighten the belt as it stretches with use.
town of Westboro with only about 400 residents, the
The Rib Lake Snowshoe facility is a major draw for the region and beyond. The most visible outward feature of the system
Adventure 5K and 10K Run/ is the transparent canopy covering it. The primary
Walk will be held Saturday, Jan. Kroeker had wanted to upgrade the tow rope
purpose of the canopy is to keep snow from piling up
system for some time but other projects took priority
7. Registration begins at 9 a.m. for the camps budget. The camp first looked at the
on the belt system. In addition to any snow from the
and the race starts at 11 a.m. system seriously in 2007, but at the time was added
weather, Forest Springs makes a significant amount
at Forest Springs, N8890 Forest of snow from a series of snow making machines to
to their wish list of long term projects.
Ln. in Westboro. A 1K kids race keep the slopes in good shape. All that snow can get
starts at 11:05 a.m. Buffet Then, in 2014, funding for the project became heavy and keeping the belt free of snow will reduce
available through donations. According to Petkau, the maintenance time each day as they prepare to open
lunch after the race is included donation to purchase the conveyor lift system came the hill.
in the entry fee. Non-racers can from the Friends of Camp organization which is made
purchase a lunch ticket during A side benefit of the clear tube is that is gives
up of people who have been positively impacted by
registration. Snowshoes are users of the bunny slope a reprieve from the cold
the Christian-based camp and conference center
available to rent for the race. and wind as they look out over the entire area. The
facility over the past 50 years.
entire conveyor belt system was installed last summer
Visit www.skiriblake.com for more He praised the generosity of the group and the and it sits on a large concrete pad installed by Melvin
information. individual donors who have helped the facility continue Companies. Each section of the canopy is one piece
to maintain and grow the options available there. that bends over the frame and interconnects with the
The Rib Lake Ice Fishing Contest next one in line. LED lighting along the inside of the
will be held on Saturday, Jan. 7. The company which makes the Sun Kid conveyer tube allows for nighttime operation.
lift system is based in Austria and their lift systems
Bring the family for a day of fun are used around the world for ski, snowboard and While the conveyor lift is currently only on the
on the Lake. Food and beverages tubing hills. A similar conveyor system from the same beginner hill, Petkau said in the future as funds
will be served, along with manufacturer is used at Granite Peak ski area near become available they could see expanding it to serve
chicken soup. Prizes awarded Wausau, but that one is not enclosed. The conveyor the ski and snowboard runs at the larger hill.
after tournament at the Ice Age lift system concept is the same as the people-mover
The public will have the opportunity to see, and
Pavillion in Rib Lake. For more sliding sidewalks common in large airport terminals
use, the lift as part of the Forest Springs annual
information, call Bob Erste at except rather than being flat, the one at the ski hill is
Sunday community days. Community days are held on
715-427-0217. at a 16 degree angle.
Sunday afternoon from 1 to 5 p.m. from mid-January
Kroeker noted one of the features of this model through mid-March.
versus the one they looked at in the past is the ability See SKI LIFT on page 28

Shay Creek Sports would like to remind

outdoorsmen of these dates:
Permit Application Deadlines DEER FURBEARERS
Spring Turkey Dec. 10 Archery & Crossbow Sept. 17-Jan. 8 Coyote
Bear Dec. 10 Youth Hunt Oct. 8 & 9 Hunting Continuous open season
Timing of Drawings Gun Hunt for Disabled Hunters Oct. 1-9 Trapping Oct. 15-Feb. 15
Sharp-tailed Grouse Mid Sept. Gun Nov. 19-27 Beaver (Trapping only)
Bobcat Mid Sept. Muzzleloader Nov. 28-Dec. 7 Zone A (Northwest) Nov. 5-Apr. 30
Otter Mid Sept. Statewide Antlerless Hunt Dec. 8-11 Zone B (Northeast) Nov. 5-Apr. 30
Fisher Mid Sept. Zone C (South) Nov. 5-Mar. 31
Spring Turkey Late Jan. Zone D (Mississippi River) Day after
Bear Early Feb. GAME BIRDS duck season closes-March 15
To check your drawing status go to: Pheasant-Statewide Oct. 15 (9 am)-Dec. 31 Mink & Muskrat (Trapping only)
dnr.wi.gov Bobwhite Quail-Statewide Oct. 15 (9 am)-Dec. 7 Statewide Oct. 22 - Mar. 5
Ruffed Grouse-Zone A Sept. 17-Jan. 31 Mississippi River Zone Nov. 14-Mar. 5
Zone B Oct. 15-Dec. 8 Fox (Red & Gray)
BEAR Crow-Statewide Sept. 17-Nov. 17 Hunting & Trapping Oct. 15-Feb. 15
Zone C where dogs ARE NOT permitted Jan. 18-Mar. 20 Bobcat (Hunting & Trapping - permits required)
Sept. 7 - Oct. 11 Period 1 Oct. 15-Dec. 25
All other zones where dogs ARE permitted Period 2 Dec. 26-Jan.31
Sept. 7-13 with aid of bait MIGRATORY BIRDS Fisher (Trapping Only - permits required)
w/all other legal methods not using dogs Woodcock-Statewide Sept. 24-Nov. 7 Various Zones Oct. 15-Dec. 31
Sept. 14-Oct. 4 with aid of bait/dogs Mourning Dove-Statewide Sept. 1-Nov. 29 Otter (Trapping Only - permits required)
w/all other legal methods Early Teal Season-Statewide Sept. 1-7 North Zone Nov. 5-Apr. 30
Oct. 5-11 with aid of dogs only Central Zone Nov. 5-March 31
South Zone Nov. 5-March 31
Questions? WATERFOWL Raccoon (Hunting & Trapping)
Contact the DNR Call Center toll-free Canada Goose -Early Goose Season Sept. 1-15 Resident Oct. 15-Feb. 15
1-888-WDNR INFO (1-888-936-7463) Non-resident Oct. 29-Feb. 15
Local 608-266-2621 Opossum, Skunk, Weasel & Snowshoe Hare
TURKEY No season limits, bag limits, size limits, or
TTY Access via relay - 711 Statewide Sept. 17-Nov. 18
Staff are available 7 days a week possession limits, but a license is required.
Zones 1-5 Sept. 17-Dec. 31
from 7 am until 10 pm
dnr.wi.gov SMALL GAME PROTECTED SPECIES
Cottontail Rabbit-Northern zone Sept. 17-Feb. 28 Hunting protected species such as badger,
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Southern zone Oct. 15 (9 am)-Feb. 28 woodchuck, jackrabbit, moose, and flying

Squirrels (Gray & Fox)-Statewide Sept. 17-Jan. 31 squirrel is prohibited.
Some seasons may be subject to change.

Consult dnr.wi.gov before going hunting.
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January Events
Big Ticket Bingo, sponsored by
Hueys Hideaway
the Medford Kiwanis Club, will be
held Saturday, Jan. 14 starting Childrens museum will be an escape from the ordinary.
at 1 p.m. in the Medford High When the weather cooperates, winter in
School cafeteria. northcentral Wisconsin can be a glorious time of year.
When it doesnt cooperate it can be a miserable,
The Taylor County Project cold and wet six months of the year. For parents
Lifesaver Bowling Tournament with young children, there is nothing worse than
will be held on Saturday, Jan. 14 having rambunctious elementary school age children
at The Sports Page Bowl & Grill bouncing off the walls inside when it is too cold or too
in Medford. This is a four-person wet to play outside.
nine-pin tap team event. For When it opens, Hueys Hideway Childrens
more information, call The Sports Museum will be the perfect escape for children from
Page at 715-748-3433. the winter doldrums. The museum is located on South
Main Street in downtown Medford.
The Perkinstown Tramp Organizers have been working for more than two
(formerly Perkinstown Snowshoe years to raise the funds and do the legwork needed
Race) will be held Saturday, Jan. to open the museum. Work began in spring 2016 to
21 at Perkinstown Winter Sports gut the interior of the building and get it ready for the
Area. Registration will be held new construction. The museum is expected to open
from 9 to 10:30 a.m. with 3-mile, in late 2016.
6-mile and the Mountaineer Inside the museum, there will be interactive
races beginning at 11 a.m. The learning areas for preschool and young elementary
1/4 mile kids race will start at school aged children. A large outdoor area is
approximately 1 p.m. Food and also planned for year-round activities including
refreshments available. For more snowshoeing. The museum will be open six days a week with
information, call Doug Pinkston yearly memberships as well as single day rates. For
Inside, there will be two levels of activities hours and more information about its opening visit
at 715-785-7455 or visit www. along with a room set aside for birthdays or group Hueys Hideaway online at http://www.hueyshideaway.
perkinstownsnowshoerace.com. gatherings. org/ or call (602) 892-4839.
A Free Fishing Weekend will be
held, Jan. 21-22 throughout
Wisconsin. People of all ages can
fish all bodies of water without
a license or trout stamp. Fishing
rules apply, such as limits on the
number and size of fish you can
keep and any seasons when you
must release certain fish species.
Join in the fun with the radio crew

for the annual Radio Auction on
Saturday, Jan. 28 on K-99 Radio,
99.3 FM.

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January Events
Bowling alley anniversary
The Sports Page Bowl & Grill celebrates 25 year anniversary.
Miller Dam Lake Association will
hold an Ice Fishing Contest on
Saturday, Jan. 28 from 9 a.m.
to 3 p.m. There will be prizes
awarded for the largest fish
caught. There will be separate
categories for children and
1991
adults. Food and refreshments
will be available in a heated
pavilion. Many other door prizes
and raffle drawings will be held.
Joan Chwala at 715-668-5661.
Lake Esadore Ice Fishing Contest

will be held Sunday, Jan. 29.
Raffle tickets will be sold, food,
beverages and lots of prizes. For
more information contact Deb First opened in 1946, the bowling alley has served Platt moved on to work as a contracted mechanic for
Berry at 715-785-7838. as one of Medfords greatest places of entertainment. several other bowling alleys in the area. In 1979 he
Some may remember when it first opened as Millys started his first business venture leasing the Kenosha
Lanes, under the ownership of the Mildebrand family. Eagles Club eight lane bowling alley; renaming it Platt
February Events It was jokingly called Millys Mile Away because the
location is about a mile from Main Street.
Lanes. Platt ran that facility until 1990. During that
time he acquired a partnership in a bar/restaurant,
opened his own pinsetter repair business, married the
A Blood Drive will be held the Millys had a long run of 23 years before it
love of his life, became a father and took a leap of
first Wednesday of the month changed ownership to the Smith and Tytor families
faith by moving his entire family 300 miles to their new
(Feb. 1) from 1:30-5:30 p.m. and was renamed Classic Lanes in 1969. Eight years
home in Medford in order to buy a bankrupt bowling
later the Lauderon family took over keeping the name
at the Medford Fire Hall, 844 Classic Lanes for another six years. Then in 1983
alley owned by the bank, now known as The Sports
W. Broadway. Blood donations Classic Lanes changed to Lumpys Lanes and was
Page Bowl & Grill.
take approximately one hour. owned by the Ledesma family for seven years before There have been many improvements to
Appointments are preferred but F&M Bank was forced to take over in December of Medfords bowling center since it became The Sports
walk-ins are always welcome. 1990 when the bowling alley went into bankruptcy. Page. One of the most notable advances was when
To schedule an appointment, On July 9, 1991 the Platt family from Kenosha
a colored automatic scoring system was installed in
call Aspirus Medford Hospitals moved to Medford to purchase the bowling alley and
1994. It was the first colored scoring system to be
programs and events line at installed in any bowling alley in the state of Wisconsin
renamed it The Sports Page Bowl & Grill. Mike Platt
715-748-8762. and fourth in the U.S. Other improvements included
and his wife Tracy, along with their then three-year-old
the addition of the pool and game room in 1997,
daughter Dallas and newborn son Eric, were brought
complete exterior remodel in 1999, synthetic lanes
The Taylor County Snowmobile to Medford after hearing about a bowling alley for sale
in 2003, a full pizza kitchen and party banquet
Clubs Association Meeting will be from Tracys sister and brother-in-law, Teri and Dick
room in 2004, a new bar in 2005 and many other
held the first Thursday of the Iverson who resided in Rib Lake. Being in the bowling
improvements to ensure that The Sports Page would
month (Feb. 2) at 7 p.m. business for over 18 years, Platt knew this was an
continue to grow and meet the communitys wants
opportunity he couldnt pass up.
and needs.
Tired Iron Vintage Riders will hold It was on September 29, 1973 that Platt got his
On July 9, 2016, The Sports Page celebrated its
a Snowmobile Show and Ride start in the bowling business. He was 17 years old and
25th anniversary. A lot has changed in the 25 years
on Saturday, Feb. 4 at Chelsea took a job in Kenosha at Guttormsens bowling alley as
the Platt family has owned the local bowling alley, but
Conservation Club, nine miles a mechanics helper for $2 per hour. While working at
one thing remains the same . Whether youre looking
Guttormsens Platt enrolled in the Brunswick Pinsetter
north of Medford on Hwy 13. For Repair School and the Brunswick Automatic Scoring
for a family bowling day, a night out on the town, a
more information, call Leon Long School and was soon promoted to head mechanic of
place to host your next event, a quick bite to eat or
at 715-427-5441. an establishment that proves to withhold the test of
two separate Guttormsen locations. After five years,
time, you can find it all at The Sports Page Bowl & Grill.
An Ice Fishing Jamboree will be
held Saturday, Feb. 11 from 6 2016
a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Spirit Lake,
N9401 Hwy 102, Rib Lake. Brats,
chili and other refreshments
available. Carry out orders
welcome. Raffle drawing to take
place at 3:30 p.m. For more
information, contact Joe or Nancy
Wojcik at 715-965-0250 or visit
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The Hinder Binder Cross Country
Ski Race will be held Saturday,
Vintage snowmobiles at their best.
Feb. 18 at Forest Springs, N8890 There is something distinctive about the
Forest Ln. in Westboro. The race sound of a two cycle engine as it roars to life
courses traverse the beautiful with the pull of a whipcord.
rolling hills on the Forest Springs It is a sound that is as much part of
and Rib Lake ski trails. Cash northcentral Wisconsins heritage as the
prizes to overall male/female in rustle of leaves in the fall or the crackle
23 km races. Medals to 1st, 2nd, of a bonfire on a cold night. While many
3rd male/female in each age snowmobile enthusiasts chase the chrome,
group. High School Best Costume slick decals and massive engines on newer
sleds, there are still plenty of riders who
and Spirit awards. Must be respect and even love the older machines of
present at awards ceremony to bygone eras.
receive award. Buffet lunch after
the race is included in the entry Snowmobiles are an interesting creation,
fee. Non-racers can purchase a unique to colder climates. The earliest
snowmobiles look like a Frankensteins Each winter they gather at the Chelsea
lunch ticket during registration. monster of a hybrid with ski runners in the front and Conservation Club to show off their classic
Visit www.skiriblake.com for more what amounted to a large lawnmower engine running snowmobiles. Machines from each era are
information. a conveyor belt in the back. represented. Some are easily recognizable as their
more modern counterparts, along with some, such
The Destination Medford The utility of these machines soon overcame
as an ungainly looking snow-bike model, that look like
any lack of grace or beauty and they quickly became
Womens Weekend is planned for workhorses for those who live, work and play in places some designer stayed at the tavern a little longer than
Friday and Saturday, Feb. 24-25. where a winters snowfall is measured in feet rather he should have.
On Friday, registration will be than inches. The show is open to the public with free admission.
held from 4-7 p.m. Enjoy a Taste Participants compete in categories for original and
of Medford and pick up a bag As demand grew, companies were formed and
making the machines switched from the local machine restorations. There is also a vintage snowmobile
of goodies and a wine glass. On shop to big business. Many of the names common in clothing competition and the ever-popular single
Saturday, participants can attend the industry have been around for decades refining pull contest to start the sometimes finicky machines.
morning and afternoon classes. their snowmobiles and tweaking them to meet Following the show, the participants and others
A wine and art walk will be held consumer demands. head onto the nearby trail access for a classic ride.
from 4-9 p.m. Registration Because, after all, a smowmobile was meant to be
For the members of the Tired Iron Vintage ridden, not just looked at.
starts mid-December by calling Riders Snowmobile Club, celebrating the history of
the Medford Area Chamber of snowmobiling and the innovations that have brought The Tired Iron Vintage Riders Snowmobile Show
Commerce office at 715-748- the machines to where they are today is second and Ride on Saturday, Feb. 4 at Chelsea Conservation
4729. For more information, nature. Club, nine miles north of Medford on Hwy 13. For
contact the Chamber office or more information, call Leon Long at 715-427-5441.
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The Northern Outdoorsmen
for Christ (NOC) will hold its
annual Free Wild Game Feed
and Sportsmens Expo on
Saturday, Feb. 25 beginning at 2
p.m. at Ogema Baptist Church-
Convention Hall, W5901 Hwy
86 in Ogema. Expo includes 20
vendors, DNR Wall of Shame, and
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
A seminar begins at 3 p.m.,
followed by a keynote address
at 6 p.m. The wild game feed
begins at 5 p.m. with several
entres to choose from as well
as side dishes, homemade pies
and beverages. Feel free to bring
a specialty wild game entre of
your own to share, or just come
and enjoy the evening. For more CURLING ACTION
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820-2214, Brad at 715-427- the current facility dating from World War II. The club draws curlers from around the
0917 or John at 715-339-6480. country in a number of tournaments and bonspiels held each winter.

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The Chelsea Conservation Club
will hold its 61st annual Ice
Fishing Contest on Sunday, Feb.
26 on Chelsea Lake. There
will also be a youth fishing
contest. Food and refreshments
will be served on the lake. A
smorgasbord will be served at
the clubhouse starting at 11 a.m.
Raffle drawings for prizes. Music
by Mr. Concertina. For more
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March Events
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A Blood Drive will be held the snowman made from
first Wednesday of the month slightly wet snow will
(March 1) from 1:30-5:30 p.m. weigh about
at the Medford Fire Hall, 844 110 pounds.
W. Broadway. Blood donations
take approximately one hour.
Appointments are preferred but
walk-ins are always welcome.
To schedule an appointment,
call Aspirus Medford Hospitals
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Medford Chamber of Commerce
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Home & Business Expo/Outdoor Continued from page 16
Recreation Expo and Vehicle
Swap Meet/Quilt Show will be
held Friday through Sunday,
March 17-19 at the Simek
Recreation Center. Show times
are Friday 4-8 p.m., Saturday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than
80 vendors participate with
seminars throughout the
weekend and prizes each day.
An Outdoor Recreation Expo
and Vehicle Swap Meet will be
held Saturday and Sunday at
Medford Elementary School.
Bring the kids for some crafts
and games. A Quilt Show will be
held Saturday and Sunday at
Medford High School. For more
information, contact the Medford
Area Chamber of Commerce
at 715-748-4729 or email
medfordchamber1@gmail.com.
is its family-friendly atmosphere where parents dont
The Taylor County Tavern League In addition to the Sunday community days, Forest
have to worry about their children being exposed to
Springs holds community fun nights giving people the
Bowling Tournament will be opportunity to ski and tube under the lights. Visit them objectionable things. In addition to the ski hills, Forest
held on Saturday, March 18 at online at https://www.forestsprings.us for a complete Springs offers more than 20 kilometers of cross
The Sports Page Bowl & Grill in schedule and updates on events. country skiing and snowshoe trails, a tubing hill and
Medford. For more information, both indoor and outdoor ice skating areas. For those
call The Sports Page at 715- According to Petkau, one of the major things that wanting to warm up, they also have a game room,
attracts so many people to the facility year after year,
748-3433. Lodge Cafe with food service and onsite coffee shop.
The Knox Creek Heritage Center Ice Age Trail - Taylor County
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Trophy black bear
Continued from page 6 were out of shape or underestimated its weight when
they struggled to get it in the truck.
For more information, contact In this Boone and Crockett awards cycle, Kotecki
the Frances L. Simek Memorial was part of a three-way tie nationally along with fellow They took it to the Bellinger Sportsmans Bar
Library at 715-748-2505. Wisconsin hunter Dave Sutton and Timothy Justness to get it registered. Patrons who came out to see it
of New Jersey. Suttons 22 9/16-inch bear was a started guessing it was in the 250-350 range.
The Northwoods Riders 703-pound beast shot with a bow in Jackson County Our hopes were crushed a little bit, but then one
Snowmobile Club will hold a Fish on opening day of the 2014 season. The man said he thought it was 550, Kotecki said.
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Justness bear is the New Jersey state
Fry in April at Zondlos Bar in Rib record holder. The scale at Martins Meat
Lake. Watch The Star News for Processing of Owen verified it. Kotecki
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more information. Koteckis story starts with ssaid shell always remember the
her getting involved with hunting ggasps on the faces of the workers
A Blood Drive will be held the through her husband. when the number 571 came up on
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first Wednesday of the month I had never gone hunting, she tthe scale.
(April 5) from 1:30-5:30 p.m. said. I came into it through him. Getting the bear officially
at the Medford Fire Hall, 844 She didnt have any luck deer hunting. She said scored hadnt entered the
W. Broadway. Blood donations Jesse would tease her about not being able to stay KKoteckis minds until they took it
take approximately one hour. quiet or sit still. Then she started applying for a bear to Wolf River Taxidermy of Stanley.
Appointments are preferred but tag. Jesse was unsuccessful the one year he drew After doing some internet research, they found
walk-ins are always welcome. a tag. Then Stephanie got hers in 2013. The work scorer Tony Heil of Wausau, who measured the skull
To schedule an appointment, of baiting and setting up trail cameras began. She for the Buck and Bear Club and Boone and Crockett,
call Aspirus Medford Hospitals cast her own slugs and Jesse reloaded them in pink starting the process that took the Koteckis to Missouri
shotgun shells. A friendly wager was even made with last month.
a friend as to who would get the larger bear a bet
715-748-8762. that obviously went her way.
He takes up a lot of space in my living room,
Kotecki said of the full body mount. We talked about
The Taylor County Snowmobile He had come in on the camera one time, whether the full mount was something we wanted to
Clubs Association Meeting will be Kotecki said of the big bear, adding they actually do, if we wanted to spend the money but we decided
were targeting another bear that was coming in more we had to. When are we ever going to do that again?
frequently. So we knew he was out there.
month (April 6) at 7 p.m. Boone and Crockett began hosting public
The first day of the season and the first day of exhibitions of big-game trophies in 1947, club
The annual Boy Scouts Troop school coincided. Jesse got done with work around 2 president Morrie Stevens said in a July 19 press
536 Pancake Supper will be held p.m. Neighbor Craig Steinbach gave the couple a ride release about the awards event. But I dont think
to their tree stand. After a few hours in the stand, and weve ever seen the hunting community more
on Sunday, April 9 from 4-7 p.m. passionate about helping us deliver the message
not long after Jesse went through a coughing spell,
at Medford High School. For the bear made its way down the trail toward the bait. that hunting success follows conservation success
more information, contact Brian and vice versa. The honorees in Springfield were the
Hedlund at 715-748-4213. His steps were silent, unlike every squirrel and trophies that symbolize the success of modern wildlife
chipmunk I had turned to look at for the last few conservation and management. Game herds that
Big Ticket Bingo, sponsored by hours, Kotecki wrote in the narrative she submitted produce large, mature specimens reflect population
to Boone and Crockett. Boy did I get excited! I health and habitat quality, and are the result of the
the Medford Kiwanis Club, will be positioned myself and prayed that he kept coming,
held Friday, April 21 starting at 6 decision sportsmen made over a century ago to
and he did! He walked up the trail like a dream come conserve these precious natural resources.
p.m. in the Medford High School true. Finally he was 55 yards away and I took my first
cafeteria. shot with 870. It was definitely an exciting moment for us,
Kotecki wrote in her narrative. The best part was
It took a couple of shots, but the bear went down
The Pine Line Marathon will take right on the trail.
sharing all the trips out with the kids to the woods,
place on Saturday, April 22 in walking the trails, filling up baits and talking about
the Medford City Park. There I was so nervous. I was shaking so hard, she what the bears might like to eat. That time shared
said. together made the prize all the more special.
will be a 26.2 mile marathon,
half marathon, relay, and 5K Steinbach,
run/walk. Registration available Koteckis brother-in-
starting January 1 by calling law and the Koteckis
715-748-4729 or sign-up online four kids with
at medfordwis.org. Registration two kindergarten
at St. Pauls Lutheran Church, girls still dressed in
new day-one school
321 N. Park Ave. in Medford with clothes all came
start and finish line about a block out to see the bear.
away on Centennial Park way-of- At first, the group
right by the City Park. Spaghetti estimated it weighed
Feed Friday night before the between 300-400
race from 4-6 p.m. at St. Pauls. pounds. But they
For more information, contact started to question
the Medford Area Chamber of themselves if they
Stephanie Kotecki receives a third award (tie) for a black bear she harvested in
Commerce at 715-748-4729 or Taylor County in 2013 at the Boone and Crockett Clubs 29th Big Game Awards
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Fun competition
Conference will be held Saturday, Pine Line Marathon offers fun competition
April 29 in Medford.
Each April Sue Emmerich, race director of the Emmerich is the director of the race, but she is
Pine Line Marathon, starts getting nervous. far from the only one at work to put it on each year. A
The Taylor County Lion/Lioness small army of volunteers helps with the race. The work
are sponsoring Maple Fest Emmerich knows that early spring in Wisconsin is
starts the year before, shortly after the last racers
on Saturday, April 29 from 8 a challenging time to hold an event. In the more than
cross the finish line. A committee, which includes local
a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Taylor three decades that she has been involved with the
participants, reviews the race and offers suggestions
event, she has seen it all when it comes to weather.
County Fairgrounds. A pancake There have been years with snow and sleet and
about how things can be changed or modified.
breakfast will be served from patches of ice making trail sections tricky to navigate, The race prides itself on being a low-key affair and
8-11 a.m. There will be craft other years with rain and a seemingly never ending accessible to runners of all ability levels. While other
and display exhibits; childrens supply of mud. Other years have been clear and bright races set maximum times, the Pine Line Marathon is
activities; cooking, maple with sun beating down giving people a glimpse of the flexible allowing runners to get an early start to be
syrup production and chain summer to come. And more often than not, race day able to finish on the clock. It is these things that make
saw sculpture demonstrations; is a combination of some or all of those types of days. the race a favorite for those who are trying their first
baking contest and maple syrup major distance race.
For Emmerich, the reason she gets nervous is to
judging; food and beverage make sure the trail is clear of at least most of the The friendly atmosphere, forgiving terrain and
stands; and music throughout snow by race day. helpful volunteers make sure participants have
the day. For more information, The Pine Line Marathon is sponsored by the
nothing to worry about whether it is their first
contact Dave Lemke at 715- Medford Area Chamber of Commerce. It is one of
marathon or their hundredth.
785-7573 or dslemke@tds.net, the earliest Boston-qualifying marathons of the year The aid stations along the route are staffed by
or Ken Klahn at 715-512-0018 in northern climates. There are those who travel volunteers from service and youth organizations
or kdklahn@aol.com. through the winter to places like southern California, which means at the Boy Scout aid station you might
Florida or Hawaii to run in marathons. For the rest of see them roasting marshmallows around a campfire,
The Stetsonville Fire Department us whose pocketbooks are not quite so deep, we are while Girl Scout Cookies could could be found with fruit
will hold its annual Pancake lucky to get a handful of road miles in during the cold and sports drinks at that groups aid station.
Breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and dark months of the year.
The Pine Line Marathon will take place on Saturday,
on Sunday, April 30. For more Up until a month before the race, the Pine Line April 22 in the Medford City Park. There will be a 26.2
information, contact Mike Danen Rail Trail, where the race is held, is covered with a mile marathon, half marathon, relay, and 5K run/walk.
at 715-678-2818. well-packed base of snow groomed as the countys Registration is available starting January 1 by calling
major snowmobile trail corridor. The former railroad 715-748-4729 or sign-up online at medfordwis.org.
bed provides a nice gravel base for running and as flat Registration at St. Pauls Lutheran Church, 321 N.
a course as you can get in a state carved by glaciers. Park Ave. in Medford with start and finish line about a
Taylor County
There is an elevation change of 26 feet over the 26.2 block away on Centennial Park right-of-way by the City
mile race with racers running slightly uphill on the way Park. Spaghetti Feed Friday night before the race from
Snowmobile Clubs
out and slightly down hill on the way back in. 4-6 p.m. at St. Pauls. For more information, contact
the Medford Area Chamber of Commerce at 715-748-
Association
4729 or email medfordchamber1@gmail.com.
Pine Line Marathon
President
Wally Emmerich
715-965-0683
gatorlain@gmail.com
Vice president
Jim Seefeld
715-748-3005
AWSC director
Bob Meyer
715-437-0580
bobstarla@gmail.com
Treasurer
Elaine Emmerich
715-965-0683
Secretary
Russ Aszmann
(715) 748-1486
russ.aszmann@co.taylor.wi.us
Scott Stalheim of Medford keeps pace during the half marathon event at the Pine Line Marathon. The race
draws several hundred runners from around the region and the state to compete on the forgiving gravel
surface of the Pine Line Rail Trail. The event is a popular one for those trying a longer distance race for
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Barb Berger, president single day was 24 inches on Dec. 28, 1904.
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Pine Creek Riders Groundhog Day

Ellie Block, president
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River Runners groundhog sees its __________________ there will
Jack Leja, president
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its shadow, spring will arrive soon.
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2016-17 Taylor County Spring/Summer Visitors Guide 35
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SPORTS AREA
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