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2 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 3Walking tours, museum eventsHelp Tomahawk celebrate 125 th birthday this summerFrom Tomahawk Area Historical SocietyTomahawk is having a birthday party this yearcommemorating 125 years of making history!There are tales to be told and many of them have beencollected by the “keepers of our history,” the Tomahawk AreaHistorical Society. Stories and photographs offer a glimpseinto life in the city’s early years and are shared in exhibits atthe two historical museums each summer and through othervenues.Several special quasquicentennial events also are plannedTOMAHAWKJ U N C T I O N LLCA supplier of Earth sense energy productsBuy A Stove or Furnaceat regular price & get3 tonsof pelletsfree *SEE OUR LINE OFPELLET STOVE JUNCTION422 W. 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Former teachersand students will reminisce.•July 30 – Olde Tyme Day at the Tomahawk HistoricalMuseum, featuring demonstrations and arts from thepast.Two historic museumsWhile we tend to think of history as being that of longago, many of us recall the 30s, 40s, 50s, etc., and their partin local history. Some of that history will be celebrated atSee 125TH, Page 3historicalmuseum“the Log Cabin”located on EastWashingtonAvenue.FROM THE PUBLISHERS:■125TH (Continued from Page 2)Tomahawk’s two historical museums this summer – the oldKindergarten building and the Log Cabin, both located onEast Washington Avenue.Beauticians and barbers through the years will be featured,as well as Bradley School. The history of MT&W railroadand Engine #19 also are spotlighted. The O’Connell familyhistory will be highlighted in the log cabin museum.Construction of a roof over Engine #19 in neighboringWashington Park will be a reality this summer, too.The historic museums are manned by volunteers andadmission is free to the public. The two buildings, acrossthe street from each other, just a stone’s throw from theTomahawk Chamber, are open June 21 through Aug. 27,from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, and10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays.historical museum “the Old Kindergarten”located on East Washington Avenue.The scenery and serenity are close by in TomahawkThe advertisers in this section think Tomahawk is a very special place. And, we all wantto share it with others.Tomahawk is blessed with scenic lakes and woods. The people here are known for theirgreat work ethic and compassionate acts. We have excellent medical and educationalfacilities. Our strong tourism offerings and industrial base complement each other. Wehave great shopping, dining and lodging choices. Our events calendar provides a host ofactivities – from car and boat shows to parades and street dances to a huge motorcyclerally, just to name a few. This year, too, Tomahawk will be celebrating its 125 th birthdayand we’ll be jumping for joy as our Veterans Memorial Bridge reopens in late June, andthe North Fourth Street road project winds down just before the Fall Ride.And, did we mention our endless recreational opportunities? All intertwined, Tomahawkoffers something for everyone – the visitor, the community member, the employer/employee, the retiree.Come spend the day with us, the weekend or come for an extended stay. Fish ourmany lakes; find your own cabin in the woods; enjoy our many outdoor recreationalopportunities; relax in front of a roaring fire – fireplace or campfire; capture pictures of aneagle soaring overhead or your child’s first fish. The possibilities are endless.The scenery and serenity are close by in nearby Tomahawk, WI.Larry and Kathy TobinPublishersTomahawk LeaderDo some ‘Site-Seeing’at www.tomahawkleader.comPlease also check the pages of theTomahawk Leader for weekly news coverage,or our Internet Edition atwww.tomahawkleader.comfor news summaries and an extendedCalendar of Events, handy businessdirectory and much more. Subscriptionsalso are available online.www.mitchbayerconstruction.comCustom HomesServing TomahawkFor 30 Years!• New Homes • Additions • Remodeling• gARAges • Decks • Fully iNsured715-453-5190NWL11 BAY200PUBLISHERS............................................Larry & Kathy TobinEDITOR...................................................................Kathy TobinCITY EDITOR.........................................................Jed BuelowSPORTS EDITOR................................................. Tom ColstadADVERTISING SALES............ 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4 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 5Those looking to get active thissummer will need to travel nofarther than Tomahawk to take partin two exciting races planned inthe upcoming months.Rockin’ Tomahawk 5Kand Half Marathon June 11On Saturday, June 11, theTomahawk Regional Chamber ofCommerce in partnership withKinship of Tomahawk will host thefirst-ever Rockin’ Tomahawk 5Kand Half Marathon.The race route incorporatessome of the city’s best features likeBradley Park and the HiawathaTrail and will include inspirationalmusic (like Rocky’s theme song)that will play at different areasalong the routeBoth the half marathon and the5K races are being professionallytimed and the flat terrain makesthe courses ideal for contestants ofall ages and skill levels.The races will start and end atSARA Park on West Somo Avenue.Packet pickup begins at 6:30 a.m.,with the 13.1 mile half marathonkicking off at 8 a.m. and the 5Kat 8:15 a.m. An awards ceremonywill follow.Live music, children’s gamesand food and refreshments will beavailable at SARA Park followingthe races.START OF POW WOWDAYS 5K raceA TOMAHAWKJULY 4TH TRADITIONHalf Marathon rockin’new race in TomahawkPow Wow Days attracts crowd, tooProceeds from the event willgo to the chamber and the nonprofitorganizations assistingthat day. Funds will be used topromote silent sports and healthylifestyles in northern Wisconsin.Donations are welcome and aretax deductible.Pow Wow Days Race July 4The annual 5K, 10K and onemileFun Run Pow Wow Daysraces will again be held at VeteransMemorial Park off North FourthStreet Monday, July 4. The racewill be chip timed and runners areasked to be at the park between7 and 8 a.m. The Pow Wow racesbegin at 9 a.m.Children’s games, with funrunning events for the youngsters,follow the race, also at MemorialPark. Both events are part of the bigPow Wow Days July 4 celebrationtradition held in Tomahawk.For entry costs and registrationforms for both the Rockin’Tomahawk and Pow Wow Daysraces visit active.com. Runnersare encouraged to register early.For more information on eitherevent, contact the chamber at715‐453‐5334.Information, results and photosfrom the races also will be postedat www.tomahawkleader.com.Huge ‘Memories’ Car ShowHighlight of Memorial Day WeekendBy Kathy TobinTomahawk Leader Editorkathy@tomahawkleader.comA Memorial Day Weekendtradition continues in Tomahawk.As hundreds of car enthusiastsgather to show off their passionatehobbies, Tomahawk also usesthe opportunity to showcase itsdowntown. This year’s 17 th annualMain Street Memories Car Showtakes over Wisconsin Avenue between9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday, May 29.Additional events, particularly someaimed at kids, also are scheduledSaturday, May 28.Limited this year to 300 classic,vintage and modified cars, Tomahawkcloses off its main and side streets forthe state’s first major car event of theseason. Show vehicles typically comefrom a five-state area, the ownersenjoying displaying their pride andjoys on the fully-paved streets, whilevying for 58 humungous trophies thatcertainly give the winners’ braggingrights. 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6 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 7Kwahamots to hostnational show ski tourneyBy Tom ColstadTomahawk Leader Sports Editorsports@tomahawkleader.comOnce again, Tomahawk will be inthe national water ski championshipspotlight when the Kwahamot WaterSki Club hosts the Division 2 NationalShow Ski Championships Aug. 5-7.Because it is protected from windon all sides, Kwahamot Bay on theWisconsin River is nationally knownas one of the best “natural lakes” forwater skiing. Testament to the qualityof the Kwahamot facility is that it hasbeen the site for a three-event nationalchampionship tournament, as wellas several state events and Midwestregional competitions. The local clubalso hosted three Wisconsin StateWakeboard championships, threeMike Seipel barefoot figure-eighttournaments and two Kwahamot All-Star Show Ski tournaments.The Kwahamot Water Ski Show inTomahawk has opened to an emcee’s“It’s show time in Kwahamot Bay”for half a century now. Roughly 2,000shows have been performed over theyears to the delight of hundreds ofthousands of spectators. The club putson three shows per week (Tuesdays,Thursdays and Saturdays) at 7:30 p.m.(8 p.m. in the longer days during themiddle of summer) from Memorial Dayto Labor Day.Back in 1960, the city of Tomahawkhired a troupe of professional waterskiers to highlight the local Aqua Dayscelebration. A young local water skierA 5-STAR REVIEWON AMAZON.COMLarry Tobin has mastered the artof building suspense with a uniqueapproach. 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Thateffort paved the way for the formationof the Kwahamot Water Ski Club andits entertaining shows today.In 1961 the Kwahamot (Tomahawkspelled in reverse) Water Ski Clubwas officially formed and included13 charter members. Over the years,membership has grown to almost 350.Most of the club’s members originallyhailed from Tomahawk and grew upwatching other T-hawkers perform onthe water. The club is strictly amateur,and no one receives any monetarycompensation for his/her services.With the help of many area people,projects were finished that addedto the quality of the water ski show,including a dredged river bottom,addition of a seating section, ski jump,T-shaped dock, lighting system, loudspeaker system, permanent bleachers,lowered beach grade, retaining walls,sodded showgrounds, parking areas,concessions, restrooms and a newSee KWAHAMOTS Page 7Snapshot ofKwahamot summerSchedule:•Saturday, May 28 – First show at 7:30 p.m.(See note about ski show times below.)•Sunday, June 5 – noon to 2 p.m., KwahamotOpen House/Membership Drive.•Tuesday, June 23 – Schoone ConstructionSponsor Night.•Sunday, July 3 – Old-Timers Ski Show at8 p.m.•Monday, July 4 – Ski show at 8 p.m.•Tuesday, July 19 – Kinship ski show (Kinshipkids and mentors will be in attendance and willalso be selling cotton candy to help raise funds forthis great mentoring program).•Saturday, July 30 – Annual Shriner’s Hospitalbenefit ski show.•Friday-Sunday, Aug. 5-7 – 2011 Division 2Show Ski National Championships, all day. Noregular show Saturday, Aug. 6 at 8 p.m.•Thursday, Aug. 11 – Bambinos Pizza SponsorNight.•Tuesday, Aug. 16 – The Silver Birch SponsorNight.•Thursday, Aug. 25 – Schoone ConstructionSponsor Night.•Saturday, Aug. 27 – 4th Annual Kwahamot All-Star Show Ski Tournament, starting at 10:30 a.m.•Saturday, Sept 4 – Last ski show of 2011 at7:30 p.m.**Ski shows will start at 8 p.m. betweenJune 16 and Aug.18. All other shows start at7:30 p.m.Aug. 5-7 NATionals InforMATion:Three-day tournament starting on Fridaywith individual competitions in Swivel Ski,Strap Doubles and Team Jump. Saturday andSunday – up to 14 teams competing starting at8 a.m., with 8 teams on Saturday and 6 teams onSunday. Each team is given one hour to perform13 different water ski acts that are judged ondegree of difficulty, flow, execution and spectatorappeal. Teams are also scored for such things asboat driving, announcing, costumes and overallshow. Each of 5 judges will determine scoresthat are totaled together with results announcedSunday afternoon where a national championwill be crowned. Each team will average about75 members, and some will travel from Illinois,Michigan, Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota as well asmany cities in Wisconsin to participate in thistournament.“ What a great book.Loved reading it... ”“ Pressing Matters is anexcellent piece of work...and overall beautifulwriting...I envy yourpower of description. ”Available locally, Ben Franklin, Nelson’sCounty Market and Tomahawk Leader office■KWAHAMOTS (Continued from Page 6)chalet/boathouse built in 1993.Not only does the Kwahamot Water Ski Club hostskiing events, it also competes in many as well. The club haswon several state show championships (1969, 1971, 1974 and2004) over the years. 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8 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 9SARA Park is backdrop again this yearFree family ‘Movies in the Park’Majestic Oaks Foundation is offering its third summer offamily entertainment with movies outside on the big screen– this year back at the place where it all started, SARA Parkon West Somo Avenue.Three PG-13 or lower shows are planned, with movietitles not yet selected when this section went to press. Datesare Saturdays, July 2, 9 and 23. Movies begin at dusk and areshown on a 12-foot-by-20-foot outdoor screen.“A beautiful summer evening and a free outdoor movie.Sitting under the stars watching a family-friendly film thateveryone can afford to attend. It’s free! Just bring a lawnchair or blanket and sit back and enjoy the show!” suggesttwo of the organizers, Wendy Wagner and Lesley Likwarz.Direct any questions to 715-367-0031 or check out TheLiquor Store on Facebook for updates.■CAR SHOW (Continued from Page 4)will be on North Second Street.Lots going on Saturday, tooTomahawk’s special weekend actually kicks offSaturday, May 28 in a big way, with events designed for kidsduring the day and an official car show starter event laterthat afternoon.Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. there will be a free hands-on“Build a Truck” event for the first 30 kids ages 4-7. New willbe a Race Car Cake Walk and everyone can get a glimpseof the talent of local artist Natalie Watland as kids’ photoscan be taken in a pint-sized Model A she painted. Theseactivities will be set up around the intersection of ThirdStreet and West Wisconsin Avenue. Look for other specialevents and merchant deals along main street. A car showcoloring contest for kids also will be well underway.At noon, some of the excitement moves east on SomoAvenue to Pride Park for a Skateboard Competition, withcash prizes.Then, take part in a Car Show Kick-Off between 4 and6 p.m. at Rodeo Saloon Bar & Grill back downtown, withraffles, karaoke, music and a special car show “Memories”slide show.Because of bridge construction on North Fourth Street,visitors to downtown should be sure to take Exit 225northbound or 229 southbound off the Hwy. 51 bypass tofind these events.For more information, contact Tomahawk Main Streetat 715-453-1090 or director@tomahawkmainstreet.org.Tomahawk SchoolsYou’ll be impressed:Cutting edge technology, yet smallenough for personal attentionBy Dr. Roger RindoTomahawk School District AdministratorPublic education in Wisconsin and across the country is facing somesignificant challenges. From the state’s attempt to adequately fund itsschools, to the ever-increasing local social and economic challenges,school districts across the state are all faced with the same objective –preparing students for a successful future in the face of these challengingtimes. The School District of Tomahawk is poised to prepare our studentsfor excellence.Our mission is to boldly empower all students to be socially responsible,life-long learners in an ever-changing world. To achieve that mission,every one of our schools, as well as our instruction, pupil services andSpecial Education departments, maintains an annual plan of work thatsets forth steps toward the continual improvement of our instructionalprograms and the students they serve. Updated annually, these plans layout the key actions and timelines necessary to make continued progresson our priority work, as well as the measures that will be used to evaluatethat progress.Our goal in Tomahawk is to become the school district of choice,known for our high levels of academic achievement, the excellence of ourprograms and our sound stewardship in the community. We have madecommitments to our students, parents, district staff and our communityto take the necessary steps toward that vision, a vision in which studentunderstanding is fostered through a rigorous, coordinated curriculum thatembraces global perspectives and best instructional practices, includingrelevant applications of the most current technology. To that end, thisspring the Board of Education approved a comprehensive overhaul of ourtechnology infrastructure in the district. Next year our entire district willhave fully wireless capability. Teachers and students at all levels will beable to use this wireless platform to operate the powerful learning devicesavailable to them. In addition, with the new infrastructure the district isoutfitting a classroom with a telepresence unit that will allow a highdefinition,real time video environment with interactive elements to createthe feeling of being “in person” with participants in remote locations. Thetelepresence classroom will be utilized by teachers for collaboration withother classrooms, “virtual” field trips and guest speakers, and high qualityprofessional development without having to leave the district. The districtwill also use telepresence as a tool to expand student course offerings,including rigorous post-secondary courses. 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They include a pedestrian underpass that will connect VeteransMemorial Park and the Riverwalk Trail. Veterans Memorial Bridge will beequipped with lighting and sidewalks will be installed. The new bridge willalso allow more head room for larger boats like pontoons to travel under.Depending on whether the June 28 completion date is realized, areopening ceremony is being scheduled to take place on the bridgedeck the day before it is reopened to traffic, on June 29. The Bronsted-Searl American Legion Post 93 is planning a ceremony to recognize theopening of Veterans Memorial Bridge.Another tentative celebration has been scheduled for the evening ofWednesday, June 29. The event is scheduled to take place at VeteransMemorial Park and will coincide with the first of the season Music on theRiver event. The committee in charge of the music is also expected tohost a dedication of a new pavilion it is having constructed in the park tohost future concerts.Watch for exact times of all the upcoming Veterans Memorial Bridgededication events in future issues of the Tomahawk Leader or online atwww.tomahawkleader.com.Local garden clubs helpTomahawk bloom with colorBy Jed BuelowTomahawk LeaderCity Editorjbuelow@tomahawkleader.comThere’s no need to leavethe city limits to see allthe natural beauty thatabounds in the greaterTomahawk area duringthe summer.Thanks to the effortso f t w o d e d i c a t e dvolunteer groups, thecommunity comes aliveeach spring with colorfulflower gardens thatmake Tomahawk a veryattractive destination forresidents and visitorsalike.From hanging flowerbaskets in the downtownto sprawling displays inthe boulevards, countlessvolunteer hours and alot of support from thecommunity make thes e a s o n a l p l a n t i n g sSee GARDEN CLUBPage 13DOWNTOWN TOMAHAWK RIB COOK-OFF: Tomahawk residentsand visitors alike will be treated to the best baby back ribs around thissummer, as the Tomahawk Lions Club hosts the fourth annual Thrillaon the Grilla rib cook-off on Main Street Saturday, Aug. 13. Aroundone dozen local businesses will be competing for the title of baron ofbones and sultan of sauce. Some 1,000 to 1,200 tickets will be soldto the Thrilla, which the Lions host to raise money for local non-profitorganizations. To date, over $25,000 has been raised for local charitiesthrough the rib cook-off. Those attending are treated to a sample fromall the grills, along with chicken wings and side fixings that are providedas part of the event. Children games and live music are included as partof the Thrilla. This year’s cook-off will get underway at 1 p.m. and lastinto the early evening. Those planning to attend are encouraged to gettickets in advance as the contest annually sells out. 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12 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 13more pow wowevents on-line attomahawkleader.com& pow wow ad page 29When Tomahawk construction comes to an endBy Jed BuelowTomahawk Leader City Editorjbuelow@tomahawkleader.comIf all goes according to plan, the largestconstruction project ever to take place in thecity of Tomahawk will reach completion thisfall, with the bridge portion set to reopenbefore July 4.As thousands of motorcyclists rumbleinto town for the annual Tomahawk FallRide for MDA in September, hopes arethe detours, potholes, dust and delays thatencompassed much of the past year willbe little more than fading memories in thecollective rear view mirror.Looking forward from nearly an entireyear of continuous construction, the newVeterans Memorial Bridge and NorthFourth Street itself are expected to beinfrastructure improvements that will meetthe community’s needs for generations tocome. And the newly designed bridge androad will open the corridor to a whole newuser, as plans include several features thatwill make the corridor much more pedestrianfriendly and safe.Once complete, the newly designedNorth Fourth Street will feature sidewalksand bike lanes. The main entrance into thecity will also include more “green space,”which will make the district a more attractiveplace to visit and shop. While all streetscapework might not yet be complete, plans areto have the road paved and open to trafficby the start of this year’s Fall Ride. Theroad portion of the project includes from theLeather Avenue intersection to the CTH Aintersection.Bridge to reopen end of JuneScheduled to reopen to traffic June 28,the new North Fourth Street Bridge,officially named Veterans Memorial Bridge,also features a number of amenities thatwill make the new structure an attractiveupgrade to the community. A lightedpedestrian underpass will allow bicycle andpedestrian access to Veterans MemorialPark and the Riverwalk Trail across thestreet along the shores of Lake Mohawksin.Sidewalks added to the structure also willprovide greater access to North FourthStreet. The bridge project extends to theNorth Fourth Street intersections of RiverStreet and Deer Park Road.JULY 4TH IN TOMAHAWK: Those who haven’t already done soowe it to themselves to check out all the festivities that take place inTomahawk over the July 4th Pow Wow Days weekend. Activities willget underway Sunday, July 3, with the annual Arts and Craft Show atSARA Park. Dozens of vendors will have a wide assortment of itemsfor sale. Food and refreshments will be available and entertainmentwill be held. The fun moves to downtown Sunday evening as theannual Music on Main rocks well into the evening starting at 7 p.m.Three Caring & Compassionate Vets to take care of your pet’s needs.Dr. Alison French • Dr. Katie Hom • Dr. Julie GermanoComplete Medical& Pet Care FacilityVeterinary Care - 5 Days a Week, Monday - Friday1406 N. 4th St.Tomahawk, WI715-453-8448Resident Marguerite Schupmanand daughter Elaine UngererBoarding Facility7 days a weekPick-Up & Drop Off715-453-45931117 S. Oneida Ave.Rhinelander, WI715-365-7387Activities get off to a fast start early Monday, July 4, starting with 5K10K, fun races and children’s events at Veterans Memorial Park.Food and refreshments will be available in the downtown starting at10 a.m. The parade gets underway at 1 p.m. Tomahawk Lions Clubsponsored entertainment will take place in the downtown and atSARA Park until 6 p.m. Stick around at SARA Park or head over toKwahamot Bay and take in a ski show where the impressive fireworksshow can also be viewed starting at dusk. -Leader File Photos1100 Hwy. 45 SEagle River, WI715-337-2700 NWL11 ANI100Bell Tower Residence“I came to Bell Tower four and one-half years ago fromColorado to be near my daughter who lives in Tomahawk.The Sisters and staff have gone out of their way to care forme during the times I had medical problems. It iscomfortable and pleasant and has worked out wellfor my daughter and I.”Call 715-536-5575 for more info.1500 O’Day Street, Merrill, WINWL11 BEL200■GARDEN CLUB (Continued from Page 11)possible. Where other communities pay to have flowers plantedand maintained, Tomahawk is able to rely on committedgroups to keep things green and colorful all summer long.Northwoods Garden ClubOne of the longest running organizations in the city, theNorthwoods Garden Club first formed in 1963, and ever sincehas been planting and maintaining flower gardens in theboulevards in the downtown area. At the time the club formedthe goal was to add color along the then-bland boulevards. Fornearly the past half-century the club has continued to bringcolor to the city through the flowering gardens. The club alsohosts informational speakers and last year took on a specialproject to improve flower gardens at the Tomahawk SchoolDistrict.Club member Jan Zuiker said, along with being able to giveback to the community, another benefit of being a memberis the vast knowledge club members have and are willing toshare. For more information on the Northwoods Gardeners,contact Zuiker at 715-453-2690.Tomahawk Area GardenersWith a similar mission in mind, the Tomahawk AreaGardeners (TAG) formed in 2005. Some of the communityflower gardens the volunteer club maintains include additionalboulevards, as well as plantings in the downtown tree wellsv Low Ratesv Prompt Servicev Friendly Customer Servicev Fully Insuredv Residential & CommercialMost credit cards accepted.Mr. ED ’ sEXCAVATING, INC.Septic Cleaning &Portable Toilet RentalsCall us at 715-453-5109,cell 715-493-0593,or in the Rib Lake area at 715-427-5362.Email: chasjaecks@yahoo.comFREEESTIMATESNWL11 MIS250and at the Tomahawk Senior Community Center.TAG member Jo-Ski Theiler estimates the club plants asmany as 500 plants in the downtown each summer. Alongwith planting community flower gardens, the club also hostsregular keynote speakers at monthly meetings held duringthe summer months.In its biggest fund raiser of the year, the club hosts anannual Plant Sale and Tool-Sharpening event at the seniorcenter June 4 that starts at 7 a.m. The sale typically sellsout quickly and includes many flower and garden plantsvolunteers donate from their own gardens.TAG also partners with Tomahawk Main Street Inc. andthe city to maintain the roughly 42 hanging flower basketsthat decorate the downtown in the summer. Each morninguntil freeze-up, volunteers water the flower baskets andnearby tree wells and boulevards.Theiler said volunteers are always welcome to help withwatering and planting in the spring. She said TAG does notinclude annual dues and all money raised goes back into theground and helping keep Tomahawk a beautiful place to liveand visit.For more on TAG, contact Jo-Ski at 715-453-0010 duringdaytime hours or email her at jo-ski@charter.net.NWL11 PUB100BuyGet1 Drink(of equalor lesser value)with this couponWatch forDaily DrinkSpecials!northwoodsPUB212 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tomahawk, WI715-453-0797open: 6am-close - 7DAYS a WEEKweekday happy hour: 6:30am-9:30am • 3-6pm

14 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 15If you’re bitten by flight bug check out Airport, simulatorFrom Tomahawk Regional AirportThis is what’s great about the Tomahawk Regional Airport…The great people involved in keeping our regional airport thrivingare willing to work on completing any jobs and approach those taskswith a positive and fun attitude.The Tomahawk Regional Airport has just extended the runwayanother 400 feet through fundraising efforts of members whoredirected one-third of the cost to the Friends of the Airport (FOTA)rather than local taxpayers. State and federal monies paid remainingproject costs.Our airport brings commerce to this area. People who arrive inaircraft spend their outside dollars at our businesses, such as hotels,restaurants, gas stations, gift shops, medical facilities, buildingtrades, etc.Travelers are delighted to arrive at our beautiful, newly decoratedterminal where we offer pilot information, information on availablebusinesses, weather, a safe haven if they need to remain overnight,and a courtesy vehicle for travel into town or to pick up a passenger.Aircraft maintenance is also available, along with fuel 24/7 and that isvery important! No pilot wants to run out of fuel. There are now manyairports in the Northwoods and few of them have fuel available 24/7.Tomahawk can meet any pilot’s fuel needs and does fuel medicalflights that come in to pick up or drop off medical personnel or patientsin emergencies.Our #1 pride is our full motion Redbird Flight Simulator that waspurchased by our new flight club, the KTKV Flyers. Anyone can cometo the airport to experience the joy of flight without even leavingthe ground. If you are interested and bitten by the flight bug, flightinstruction is available directly from our airport. Also any licensedpilot can use the Redbird in training for various maneuvers or to keepthemselves sharp and current in their skills.Friends of the Tomahawk Regional Airport and staff spend manylong hours a year sharing their passion for flight through publicseminars, Scout Badge workshops and information booths.As members of the Tomahawk Chamber of Commerce, FOTA andKTKV Flyers will host a Quitting Time June 14 to show off the hardwork performed by the volunteers who help out at the airport andto show off our newly extended runway. We welcome all who areinterested to come and check us out. You will be amazed at What’sSo Great About the Tomahawk Regional Airport.Get involvedNew Tomahawk volunteer directory offers many opportunitiesBy Jed BuelowTomahawk Leader City Editorjbuelow@tomahawkleader.comIt’s no secret a big part of what makesTomahawk such a great place to visitand call home is the caring and friendlypeople of the community.And now it’s even easier toget involved thanks to a newcommunitywide volunteer directory.The Tomahawk Area VolunteerDirectory consists of a brief descriptionof the organizations and contactinformation for individuals looking toget involved. A total of 68 non-profitclubs are listed in the first edition,NWL11 K&K100Best FISH FRYin the Northwoods!K&K Rivers EdgeOn Beautiful Lake Alice4 miles East of the Freeway on Hwy. A.715-453-3769including everything from educationand hobby groups to arts and cultureand even the North Central WisconsinPigeon Racing Club.Tomahawk resident Jo-Ski Theilersaid she was inspired to createthe directory after seeing a similarvolunteer listing while vacationing outwest. She said the goal of the directoryis to make it easy for people to getinvolved.“The purpose was to create adirectory that would allow newcomersand recent retirees to see what isavailable,” Theiler said. “I’m sure wemissed a few in the first printing, butFree Pool All Day Sun. & Wed.Great Burgers, Pizzas,Chicken & more!Open Tuesday-Sunday at 11AMMondays, Open at 3PM(Serving Pizza & Appetizers Only)•Gas •Free Boat LandingDOUBLE BUBBLE3-6 pmFRIDAYRail Old Fashioneds$2.50•Hot Sandwiches•Friday Fish Frythe directory lists a lot of groups wherepeople can pay it forward and giveback to our community.”The Tomahawk Area VolunteerDirectory is available at a number oflocations, including the TomahawkPublic Library and TomahawkRegional Chamber of Commerce. Anonline version is also available onthe Tomahawk Leader website, www.tomahawkleader.com.Theiler said those who would likemore information about the directorycan also contact her at jo-ski@charter.net or call 715-453-0010 during daytimehours.Filling Your Health Care NeedsServing the Tomahawk Communityfor over 30 Years!Stop in for more than justyour prescriptions...12 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tomahawk715-453-3110NWL11 STO200New pavilion adds excitementto Music on River concertsthe GAEdtke’s entertainingthe crowd atmusic on the riverBy Kathy TobinTomahawk Leader Editorkathy@tomahawkleader.comCome by land or water, relax with friends or familyand enjoy another great year of Music on the River atVeterans Memorial Park on six Wednesday nights thissummer.There’s added excitement this fourth season because– if all goes according to plan – Veterans MemorialBridge will reopen in time for the start of this concertseries. And, concert-goers and musicians alike will beable to enjoy better acoustics and staging followingconstruction of a new pavilion in the park. The Musicon the River committee envisioned a new structureto replace the deteriorating pavilion, and a funddrive produced immediate results. In a matter of afew months, the near-$80,000 project became a truepossibility as a gift to the city. Construction remains asthis section went to press, but the group seems certainLicensed & Insuredv Custom Homesv Garages v Decksv Kitchens- FREE ESTIMATES -Serving the Community Since 19582130 White Rd. • Tomahawk, WI 54487Robert Leck 715-453-3507 Cell: 715-966-0773NWL11 LEC100a dedication can take place at the June 29 openingconcert. The pavilion will be available for all sorts offunctions, including weddings and reunions, and, ofcourse, the weekly concerts. (Watch for details aboutthe dedication ceremony.)So, grab your chairs, blankets and picnic suppers,and head for Veterans Memorial Park and the shoresof the Wisconsin River for great entertainment andsocializing. Concerts start at 6 p.m. and last a couple ofhours as follows:•June 29 – High Water•July 6 – Hip Pocket•July 13 – Hand Picked Bluegrass•July 20 – Big Top Chautauqua Blue CanvasOrchestra•July 27 – Merrill City Band•Aug. 3 – Prommerscher Danz GruppeThe rain location is indoors at SARA Park on WestSomo Avenue.30yearsandgrowingSuccessful Gardens Start Here!N10856 Cty. Hwy. A715-453-4143www.cernysgreenhouse.comWe GrowOur Own!highest qualityhome grownplantsTOMAHAWKNWL11 CER400

16 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 17Tomahawk developing into bicycling destination The Northwoods Living experienceBy Jed BuelowTomahawk Leader City Editorjbuelow@tomahawkleader.comTomahawk might not yet be known as a hub in thebicycling world, but plans currently taking shape mightsomeday make the community a top-tier destination forcyclers from far and wide.The community is a focal point for a number of localand state trail plans that, once developed, will merge inthe city. Identified in the state’s 2020 Trails Network Plan,the city would connect via trail with Crandon to the east,Minocqua to the north and Wausau and far beyond to thesouth.The city is currently in the process of creating theinfrastructure that would support a much improved trailsystem. Last fall, a $569,000 federal grant was awarded tothe city to improve and develop the citywide trail system.The project was one of 56 statewide awarded fundingthrough the Transportation and Bicycle and PedestrianFacilities Program in 2010.Tomahawk resident A.J. Theiler has long been involvedin efforts to improve local trails. He said recently he andcity Public Works Director Mike Tolvstad attended ameeting that looked at identifying how provided fundswould be spent to improve trails.Theiler said plans include widening shoulders on roads,installing signage along routes and further developingtrail systems in the city that would connect parks andPete’s Pump Septic Service, LLCPorta-PottyRentalsFully licensed & insured• Residential & Commercial• Septic & Holding TankPumping• Onsite Camper &Outhouse ServiceWe are expanding to offer youeven Greater Service!Those familiar with Northwoods Living know nocreate loops in and around the city.matter where you go there’s no place else that canAlong with improvements that will be realized throughquite match the experience.the grant, Tomahawk itself is becoming more bicyclefriendlywith new infrastructure now under construction. day – loons echoing across the lake as the crescendoLike the voices of sunset after a warm summerAs part of the new Veterans Memorial Bridge, a pedestrian of chirping frogs builds in the air. The sound of aunderpass is being installed to connect the Riverwalk campfire crackling, only overshadowed by theTrail along Lake Mohawksin and Veterans Memorial Park. occasional roar of laughter from friends and familyBicycle lanes are also included in the new North Fourth gathered nearby.Street street design.From fully-equipped campgrounds to primitive,As part of the grant awarded, the city will be responsible campsites on the Willow Flowage and Otter Lake,to match 20 percent of funds received – which breaksthe Tomahawk area offers a nearly endless supplyof fire pits that each summer lend a special placedown to just under $150,000. A report released last year bywhere unforgettable stories from the past and thethe University of Wisconsin-Madison suggests Tomahawkmost recent adventures of the day are told. Like acould stand to gain plenty by making the investment overscenic canoe or rafting trip down the headwaterstime in the trails system.of the Spirit, Tomahawk or Wisconsin River. OrAccording to the report, recreational cycling generates an evening spent chasing and doing battle with$1.5 billion each year in economic activity in the state, and one of the state’s most sought after trophies, the49 percent of Wisconsin residents enjoy riding bicycles for muskellunge, which can be found in most any and allrecreation. To put the economic impact into perspective,hunters spent $1.4 billion statewide in 2006, according tothe Department of Natural Resources.area lakes and flowages.As shadows give way to just the flicker from thefire and the starlight of night, spooky stories are toldWhile it might be some time down the road yet before to youngsters as S’mores and marshmallows arecooked over spread out ambers. Activities for theTomahawk is considered a hub of a much larger bicyclenext day are devised and planned out. From hikingtrail system in the northern and central part of the state, theor biking in the Underdown to spending the dayplan is in place to make it a cycling destination someday.skiing or tubing on Nokomis, details are revisitedagain and again to assure each moment spent in thecity, coined the state’s Vacationland, is enjoyed.While many will be planning a day spent in thefast lane, others will be heading to bed lookingforward to watching the sunrise while sipping a hotcup of coffee. The day might involve relaxing in aTomahawk’s #1 Haulerhammock, catching some sun on the beach, playingTaking Care Of Your #2 Needs a round of golf or taking a stroll in Tomahawk’shistoric downtown.There’s an almost endless supply of places tosee and things to do in the greater Tomahawk area.The region offers miles of hiking and biking and ATVtrails. The many area lakes, rivers and flowagesoffer plenty of fishing opportunity, from a BlueRibbon Class A trout stream in the Prairie River tofantastic walleye and smallmouth bass action on theWisconsin River. There’s also an abundant amountof wildlife in the region that can be viewed. Theblack bear has become a pretty common sight andglimpses of the timber wolf are also caught fromtime to time.The greater Tomahawk area also offers somepretty unique destinations that should not beoverlooked while visiting. To the west of town about20 miles is the highest point in the state, Timm’sHill, which offers an amazing view from atop alookout tower. To the east is Harrison Hills, whichFamily Owned & Operated features a rolling terrain dotted with countless smallpristine and clear lakes. 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20 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 21MASSIVE ANTIQUE OUTBOARD MOTOR SHOW: Take a stroll downmemory lane July 27-30 as the Northwoods Chapter of the Antiqueand Classic Outboard Motor Club hosts its 32nd annual Nationals atSARA Park. The largest gathering of its kind in the nation, collectorsfrom across the country and beyond will descend on Tomahawk duringthe four-day event to show off and swap some of the rarest outboardboat motors around. Along with the swap meet, many antique boats andmotors (including the locally-made wood-frame “Tomahawk”) will be ondisplay for viewing in the indoor arena at SARA Park, which will be opento the public at no cost. Action will also take place on the water of nearbyLake Mohawksin, as a number of time trials and races take place. Aclassic boat parade also will be held and can be viewed prior to thestart of the ski show at Kwahamot Park that Thursday evening. Idle intoSARA Park during the Nationals to see some of the most unique andrare outboard motors left on the planet. Everyone is welcome and allevents are open to the public at no cost. -Leader File PhotoAOMCI Northwoods ChapterJuly 27-30, 2011 SARA ParkHighlights include:•Thursday, July 28 – 10-11 a.m., MERC KF5/MARK 5EVENT; 1-2 p.m., Mod Zephyr event; 3-4 p.m., 5hp TS, TN, TDStock Johnson event; 6 p.m., cruise followed by boat paradearound water ski show and hot dog cookout for participants.•Friday, July 29 – 10-11 a.m., Stock Zephyr eliminations(if needed) followed by finals; 2-3 p.m., Oldest RunningOutboard event.•Saturday, July 30 – 10-11 a.m., Predicted Log; 6 p.m.,banquet.Swap meet, displays and test motors, all day Thursday-Saturday.Tens of thousands expected for 30 th annualTomahawk Fall Ridefor MDA rumbles intotown Sept. 15-18By Kathy TobinTomahawk Leader Editorkathy@tomahawkleader.comFeel the earth move under your feet.Multiple that by tens of thousands of motorcycles andyou have some idea what the sights and sounds are likein Tomahawk each September as we host the TomahawkFall Ride for MDA.This marks our 30 th proud year. The city and surroundingarea will turn into a sea of black leather and shiny chromeas up to 40,000 bike enthusiasts rumble into townSept. 15-18, 2011.Live music, scenic rides, street dances, vendor displays,Harley-Davidson plant tours and lots more are traditionaldraws to the four-day event. Old friends and new are sureto meet at one of the state’s largest rallies.What’s especially heart-warming is that the TomahawkRide is also a major fundraiser for a good cause: theMuscular Dystrophy Association. Tomahawk’s event hasprobably raised close to $2 million to help families livingSee FALL RIDE Page 22FALL RIDE GUIDE AVAILABLE:INFORMATION ONLINEMuch more on specifics and times will become available as the 2011Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDA draws near. The Tomahawk Leaderpublishes the official, pocket-sized Fall Ride Guide in August andalso posts the information online. Keep up-to-date on the manyevents and watch for photos afterwards by visiting theTomahawk Leader website, www.tomahawkleader.com2011JuNE 11Rockin’ Tomahawk5K Half MarathonJuly 3July Arts and Crafts Fairand Music On MainJuly 15Chamber Golf TournamentSeptember 15Bonfire and Brat Fryat SARA ParkSeptember 15-18Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDANovember 18Tomahawk Venison FeedNovember 26Christmas Paradeand Winter Wonderland2012March 17Taste of TomahawkTomahawkChamber of CommerceFor more informationon community events,visit our website atwww.gototomahawk.com,call us at (800) 569-2160TomahawkLife the way it’s Meant to be.The Tomahawk Chamber works for ourMembers and the community in a variety ofways including:• Community events and activities• Community and economic development topromote business expansion and retention• Chamber Bucks Program• Targeted marketing opportunities• Advocacy with local, state and nationallegislators• Office services• Training programsWe are dedicated to serving our members andthe community in the development, promotionand advocacy of tourism and business inTomahawk and the surrounding area.NWL11TOM200• Groceries • Beer & Liquor• Friendly Service • ATM• Fishing HeadquartersK rackerB arrelFor all your fishing needsGAS - 24 HourPay AT the pumpOpen 365 days a yearN11790 Cty. 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24 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 25Parks & trailsLincoln County•Bearskin/Hiawatha Trails – Hiking/biking. Bearskin runs 18.3 miles southfrom Minocqua to near Tomahawk;Hiawatha runs north from Tomahawk6 miles. Access Hiawatha in SARA Parkon West Somo Avenue in Tomahawk,and points along North Fourth Streetand Nokomis area.•Bradley Park – 100 acres withhardwoods and virgin timbers, onLake Mohawksin. Picnic facilities,playground, boat landing, shorelinefishing; handicapped pier. Shelterhouse built in 1930s. Pavilion available.Walking trail to peninsula point. Westside of Tomahawk off North Avenue.•Veterans Memorial Park – Memorialto branches of military service, restoredArmy tank, playground, volleyball court,horseshoe pit, grills, restrooms, publicfishing pier. Free water ski shows everyTuesday, Thursday and Saturday nightin summer months. Music on the RiverWednesday nights. Off North FourthStreet in Tomahawk.•Tomahawk Riverwalk – Scenicwalking path with bridges winding alongWisconsin River. Between TomahawkPublic Library and North Fourth Street.•SARA Park Activity Center –Baseball diamonds, volleyball court,playground, beach, restrooms,changing rooms, showers; indoorrecreational area with a hockey/iceskating rink/arena, nearby dog park.The activity center rental/campingavailable from City Hall (715-453-4040). Weekly bingo on Wednesdays.Rustic camping available. AccessHiawatha hiking/biking trails. Off WestSomo Avenue in Tomahawk.•Washington Square/Toddler Park– Playground, gazebo, restrooms.Summer flea markets on Thursdays.Log historic museum onsite, old schoolmuseum across street. On FourthStreet adjacent to Tomahawk Chamber.•Pride Park – Tyler Kahle Memorialbaseball field, playground, outdoorice skating rink, basketball court,skateboard park. Ninth Street andLincoln Avenue, Tomahawk.•Frenchtown Park – Play/picnicarea, tennis courts, baseball field,winter sledding hill, swimming at end ofMary Street. Anna and Wilson Streets,off Hwy. 86 West, Tomahawk.•Water Works Park – Scenic picnicarea, small pond. State Hwy. 86 West,in city limits, Tomahawk.•New, Unnamed Trail – Developingtrail north of Tomahawk School Districtoff Kings Road extends southerly tobehind Railway Street by new CityGarage, Tomahawk.•Kahle Park – Playground, baseballfields, tennis court, open shelter. CountyRoad S, off Hwy. 107, Tomahawk.•Spirit Flowage Beach & PridePond – Picnic area, boat landing,Packaging Corporation of America(PCA) mill also supports nearby PridePond, 84-acre site with trail system forenvironmental education and natureappreciation. Hwy. 86 West to CountyRoad E, Tomahawk.•Camp New Wood Park – Hikealong the Wisconsin River. Playground,picnic area, boat landing, water pump,primitive restrooms, rustic camping.Access statewide Ice Age Trail. Siteof Civilian Conservation Corps campactive in 1930s. Off State Hwy. 107,approximately 17 miles south ofTomahawk.•Grandfather Falls RecreationArea – Great area to hike, fish, canoe.Access statewide Ice Age Trail. Eightmiles south of Tomahawk on StateHwy. 107.•Otter Lake Park – 20-acrerecreational facility; 25 primitivecamping sites, picnic area, swimmingbeach, changing house, ADArestrooms, nature trail, cross-countryski trails around lake. Boat landing fornon-motorized boats only. Take CountyRoad D east of Tomahawk to CountyRoad H. Turn on Stevenson Road toOtter Lake Road.•Underdown Recreation Area– 4,600 acres, 33 miles providerecreation for hikers and bikers, horsetrails. Campsites. Access statewideIce Age Trail. Winter: 5-, 12- or 18-milecross-country ski trails. Take Hwy. 51 toCounty Road J, to Copper Lake Road,Irma.•Prairie Dells Scenic Area andHaymeadow County Park – PrairieRiver-area park overlooks Prairie Dellswaterfall, 60-foot granite formation. OnState Hwy. 17 south of Gleason.•Tug Lake Recreational Area –Shallow, sandy beach, playground,sheltered picnicking, ADA restroom/changing house, fishing, boat landing.Take County Road J exit from Hwy. 51at Irma, west to Pier Street, south onPier Street to Tug Lake Road.•Council Grounds State Park –Public boat landing, biking, hiking trails,campsites; fishing and wildlife viewingopportunities. Northwest of Merrill offState Hwy. 107.•Gleason Community Park –Baseball field, volleyball, picnicfacilities, restrooms, shelter. Site ofcommunity events, from snowmobileracing to Gleason Days. DowntownGleason on State Hwy. 17.•Harrison Hills Recreation Area –ATV trail, camping, picnic area, fishing,walking trails, cross country skiing,snowmobiling, swimming, boat landing.VeteransMemorial ParkCounty Road D east of Tomahawk.•Memorial Forest Park – 920-acrewildlife habitat area has walking trails,wetlands and public hunting grounds.Off County Road R north of Merrill.•Ice Age Trail – Hike hills andvalleys the glacier left behind onLincoln County’s Northwoods Chaptersegment of Ice Age Trail. Harrison Hills,Grandfather Falls and Underdownsegments are completed. Find trailentrances at any of these threelocations.•Lincoln County Forest – Some180,000 acres with hiking, biking,wildlife-viewing, hunting, cross countryskiing, snowshoeing and more.•Lincoln County Snowmobile, ATVTrails –Visit the Harrison Hills area fora ride through rugged, glacial terrainor take trip down designated routes(more opening, including road access).About 400 miles of snowmobile trails.Find a trailhead near SARA Park inTomahawk.Oneida County•Lake Nokomis – Lake Nokomis ispart of 3,916-acre water chain includingTomahawk River, Rice Flowage,Bridge Lake and Deer Lake. Area onand around lakes offers public parks,resorts, campgrounds, boat rentals,boat landings, restaurants. Travel weston U.S. Hwy. 8, turn right on CountyRoad L to find Lake Nokomis area.•Nokomis Community Park– Baseball fields, batting cages,playground, covered pavilion,horseshoe pits, volleyball, basketballcourt, restrooms, hiking trail,lawnmower race track. County Road L,Nokomis.•Crystal Beach – Swimming beach,changing rooms, picnic area. CountyRoad L, to County Road N to BeachRoad, Heafford Junction, north ofTomahawk.•Theisen Park – Baseball fields,playground, shelter. County Road N, offCounty Road L, Heafford Junction.•Mary’s Park – 20-acre park featuresover a mile of hiking trails, encloseddog-running facility, eight natureinterpretivespots. Take County Road Yoff Hwy. 8, turn right on Tomanok Road,left on River Road, Nokomis.•Willow Reservoir – OffersCanadian wilderness experience rightin Wisconsin; 6,000-plus acres oftop walleye fishing with more than 90miles of rugged, deep-forest shoreline.Beckons fisherman, hunter, hiker,canoeist, naturalist; loons, eagles, lotsof wildlife. Boat landings, picnic area,campground; water level fluctuatesduring year. Western Oneida County,Hwy. 8 to County Road Y to WillowDam Road.•Almon Park – Wooded boardwalkstake visitors through this 80-acre uniquenorthern bog area. Fishing, swimming,picnicking. South of Rhinelander offCounty Road G. Take Lassig Road toHixon Lake Road.•Washburn Lake – 12 miles ofmountain biking trails. Trails range frombeginner to intermediate to advanced.In winter, bring cross country skis. Turnoff Hwy. 8 onto Crescent Road, left onCounty Road N until Washburn Road.•Townline Park – Swimming beach,picnic area and boat landing. TownlineLake on County Road K in OneidaCounty.•Oneida County Forest – 82,000acres of forestlands, excellent hiking,wildlife viewing. In winter, groomedcross-country ski trails and snowshoetrails.•Oneida County Snowmobile, ATVTrails – Some 30 miles of ATV trails.Head out to Little Rice trails north ofTomahawk and take a ride throughthe forest and Willow Flowage area.Also trails in Enterprise area west ofRhinelander. Snowmobilers can enjoyabout 900 miles of trails.Price County•Spirit Falls Scenic Area – Picnicspot, small waterfall, fishing. OffHwy. 86, Spirit Falls, west of Tomahawk,access on Spirit Falls Avenue, easywalk.•Timm’s Hill – Timm’s Hill in PriceCounty is Wisconsin’s highest pointat 1,951 feet. Breathtaking view offorested landscapes from observationSee PARKS & TRAILSPage 25■PARKS & TRAILS (Continued from Page 24)tower. Picnic area, open shelter with electricity(call 715-339-6371 to reserve), playground,vaulted toilets, beach. Fish, hike, bike, 7.5 milesof cross-country skiing and snowmobiling withlighted portion (call 715-767-5287) or take anauto tour. Fishing on Timm’s Lake and BassBy Kathy TobinTomahawk Leader Editorkathy@tomahawkleader.comHave you ever kicked up your heels at a true barn dance?Well, here’s your chance. And, while you’re at it, you’rehelping raise funds to preserve a bit of area history.The seventh annual Barn Dance and Silent Auction in supportof the German Settlement History, Inc. historical project takesplace Sunday, May 29 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Darreland Luanne Lind farm, N1169 German Settlement Rd., Ogema,town of Spirit.Dance is in the haymow with music provided by a DJ. Asilent auction ends at 10 p.m. There are free refreshments of pie,ice cream and beverages.Last year 250 people attended and, in the process, raisedsome $2,500 for the preservation and development of historicalefforts in the Spirit Township in southeast Price County, including“Our Yesterday House,” built in 1885, “Liberty School,” builtin 1919, and “The Machine Shed” that houses logging andDunn Financial Services, LLC• John Dunn Joe Story715.493.4803• 715.966.0261jdunn@dunnfins.com • joestory@dunnfins.com102 W. Wisconsin Ave.Tomahawk, WIGroup and Individual Life, Health, DisabilityLong Term Care and Medicare InsuranceAnnuities and Financial Services‘Experience you can trust for your protection and security’NWL11 DUN200FAMily TRADITIONSNew & Used Furniture, Gift ItemsAntiques & Collectibles214 W. Wisconsin Ave.Tomahawk715-453-8462Come See OurEver-Changing InventoryLake, latter has public fishing pier, boat landing.Off State Hwy. 86 near Ogema, about 24 mileswest of Tomahawk, left on County Road C abouthalf mile, left on Rustic Road 62 about half mile.•Price County Snowmobile, ATV Trails– Over 550 miles of groomed trails throughNWL11 FAM100the Chequamegon National Forest directlyaccessible from Phillips and surrounding area.Price County For ATVs, there is a 74-mile trailbetween Park Falls and Rice Lake and 38-miletrail in Flambeau River State Forest.Swing your partnerBarn Dance toe-tappin’ time supports historic effortsfarming tools and equipment from 1880 to 1950.The Our Yesterday House is furnished as it might have beenfor a modest family in about 1905. There are family historyposters featured that give summaries of specific families andtheir history in the community. The remodel of the LibertySchool (now a home) is about 99 percent complete, witheverything from the furnace to the non-existent plumbing forthe indoor toilets making it a very advanced building in 1919.The buildings will be open for tours during the dance andagain for a Yesterday House and Liberty School Open Housefrom noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 4 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Monday, Sept. 5 at N894 S. German Settlement Rd., Ogema.Many visitors also tour the historical structures each springthrough fall, but you need to call ahead to make arrangementsat 715-564-3299 or visit gshinc@centurylink.net. You can alsocheck out the webpage at www.germansettlementhistory.org.The Lind farm is located three-quarters of a mile north ofCounty Road YY on German Settlement Road or two-and-aquartermiles south of Hwy. 86 in Price County.Complete AutomotiveRepairsAs Well As Front End AlignmentFor Your Car Or Light TruckWe Have TiresTo Fit All CarsAnd Light TrucksCall Or Stop In TodayOpen Mon. - Fri. 8-5;Sat. 8-12 Noon; Closed SundayRemember...Our 24 Hr.Towing ServiceCalhoun's Auto Repair1612 N. Fourth St., Tomahawk, WI715-453-3076NWL11 CAL200

28 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 29Walk the LineFree Harley-Davidson toursTomahawk is home to two plantsBy Kathy TobinTomahawk Leader Editorkathy@tomahawkleader.comThis is the only time Harley-Davidson says it will insist thatyou “stay between the lines.”Tomahawk is the proud home of two Harley-Davidson plants,and each summer the doors open for tours at one of them.Harley-Davidson Tomahawk Operations’ South KaphaemRoad facility (a short distance off the Hwy. 51 bypass/Hwy. 86exit) offers free walk-through tours on Mondays, Thursdays andFridays, June 2 through Sept. 12, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.(final tour ends at that time).Tours begin with an introductory movie before heading to thefactory floor. Viewing robotics is one of the highlights.Admission is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, withthe tour schedule subject to change. It is suggested that you call877-883-1450 prior to your visit for updated information.Children under age 12 are welcome in the tour center,which includes a small gift shop, but are not allowed on theactual factory tour. Those under age 18 must be accompaniedby an adult. Groups of 10 or more should call ahead to makereservations.Anyone touring the site must have low-heeled, fully-enclosedshoes. Cameras, recording devices, knapsacks and camera bagsare not allowed. You are allowed to take pictures in the tourBootleggersSupper ClubFeaturing a Large Deck OverlookingBeautiful Lake Nokomis•Great Food & Drinks •Casual Dress•1920’s AtmosphereOpen 7 days a weekServing Dinner at 5 p.m. NightlyBar Opens @ 4:30 p.m.Friday Fish Fry • Saturday Prime Rib • Steaks • ShrimpLobster • Duck • Homemade Cordon Bleu • Homemade SoupTomahawk, WI 54487 • 715-453-7971NWL11 BOO200NWL11 STI100stikumgraphics.comHOURS: M-F 9 a.m.-6 p.m.center which includes a motorcycle and sidecar display.The Tomahawk Operations facility was established in 1963 inTomahawk, and quickly became the sole supplier of fiberglassparts for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Since then, and afterseveral expansions, the Kaphaem Road and Somo Avenuefacilities comprise 192,000 square feet.Local employees manufacture plastic and fiberglass parts,including sidecars, saddlebags and windshields. Tomahawk’sSomo Avenue facility paints, assembles and ships the componentsto the York Vehicle Operations facility where it all comes togetheron original equipment motorcycles. The Diversified Productsdivision on Kaphaem Road includes sidecar production,Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories and does custom paintingfor unique orders.Come enjoy the Harley-Davidson experience and share insome of our local pride as you see what’s done in Tomahawk andhow legends are made.NWL11 CAM300Ride The Steam Train To A HiSTOric Logging Camp5068 Hwy. 8 & 32Laona, Wisconsin(715) 674-3414Fall Festival - Sept. 17 & 24, Oct. 1Cowboy Reenactment - July 9, Oct. 1Lakewood Resort13 Cottages- from 2-5 bedroomsSomething to fit every family!One of Northern Wisconsin’s largest resortslocatedon beautiful Lake Nokomis.The LumberjackSteam Train2011 Season: June 22 - August 27- Rain or Shine -Mon. - Sat., Closed Sun.Train Runs at 11 a.m., Noon, 1 & 2 p.m.■ Logging ■ Farm CorralMuseum ■ Forest Tour■ Blacksmith ■ River TourShop& more!Listed in the National Registerof Historic Placeswww.lumberjacksteamtrain.com10174 Camp Rice Point Rd.Tomahawk, WI 54487715-203-1166Email: info@lakewood-resort.com • www.lakewood-resort.comFrom the moment you arriveat Lakewood Resort, you’llknow you made theright choice as to whereto spend your vacation...OpenMay thru OctoberNWL11 LAK702At 1,951 feet, Timm’s Hill, located about 20 mileswest of Tomahawk on Price County’s County Road C, offHwy. 86, is Wisconsin highest natural point.A 10-mile non-motorized trail that goes from PriceCounty into Taylor County connects the Ice Age NationalScenic Trail to Timm’s Hill. It is open year round forhiking, biking, skiing, snowshoeing and jogging.The southernmost quarter mile of the trail is surfacedwith limestone screening for disability access. Users ofthe special access trail are treated to a variety of sights.Interpretive markers explain the glacial geography, theRigneyConstructionNWL11 TOM925715-453-3397Custom Builder• Custom Homes • Remodeling• Additions • Garages • DecksReasonable Rates ~ Insured25+ Years ExperiencepowwowDAYSpresented byTimm’s Hill highest spot in state;trail available year aroundTomahawkLionsNWL11 RIG100historic ice road site used in the 1920s and forest history.The remainder of the trail is sod, mowed annually. Theentire Timm’s Hill Trail is groomed for skiing. It is a hillytrail and should be considered for intermediate skiers. Alevel, two-mile beginners’ ski loop is located adjacent tothe trail at its southern terminus.Camping is not permitted along the trail. Campingsites are available in the village of Rib Lake, the nearbyTaylor County Forest (Wood Lake) and the ChequamegonNational Forest.WeSuc Septic, LLCHolding & Portable Restroom Rental Customers8 yearsserving theTomahawk &Surrounding AreaGive us a try.Let us earnyour business!NWL11 WES150715-453-4020Mike Albrecht, O.I.C. & Trav AlbrechtWESUCSepticSUNDAY, July 3rdSARA Park: 9AM Craft Show; Tomahawk Lions Pow Wow Days OpeningCeremony; Tomahawk Lions Sponsored Food/Beverage/Popcorn Stands,Entertainment; Pow! Wow! Queen Coronation (1PM), Shaded Seating AvailableMONDAY, July 4TH:Veterans Memorial Park: 9AM 5k/10k/Fun/Corporate Challenge 10K Runs(Registration @ 7:30AM-8:30AM); Kids’ Games (10AM)Downtown Tomahawk: 10AM-6PM Chicken BBQ/Food/Beverage/Popcorn Stands; PARADE (1PM); Entertainment (3PM-6PM)SARA Park: (3PM) Food & Beverages, Merchandise Raffle,Drawing (6PM), Seating Available for fireworks@duskKwahamot Park & Memorial Park:7:30PM Water Ski ShowCommunity Service, Spirit, And Friendship Serving And Helping Tomahawk Since 1946

Va30 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 31view of a blue heron on thewisconsin river taken fromthe tomahawk riverwalk. seepage 24 for parks and trails- Tomahawk leader file photofireworks during the pow wow daysjuly 4th celebration. find complete listingof community events on pages 34-37and online at www.tomahawkleader.com-tomahawk leader file photoBiking the Underdown: The Underdown Recreation Areaoffers a 20.5-mile trail bike loop. Expect lots of curves and somechallenging riding as well as plenty of scenic views of the manyponds along the way. This wild area is a mixture of conifers andhardwoods – expect to hear the drumming of ruffed grouse and seelots of wildlife. The Underdown is located off Copper Lake Avenuebetween County Roads H and J, Irma, just south of Tomahawk.-Tomahawk Leader File PHOTOCome to the LoungeOpen Daily at 4 p.m.,Sundays at NoonSupport yourAmerican Legionso we can support you.327 W. Wisconsin Ave.TomahawkNWL11 AME250H Public Welcome Hkwahamot water ski show (Tuesdays, Thursdaysand Saturdays) at 7:30 p.m. (8 p.m. in the longer daysduring the middle of summer) from Memorial Dayto Labor Day. - tomahawk leader file photo715-453-3320NWL11 EDG200•9 Hole - Par 36 - 3,233 yard Course•Pro Shop •Equipment Rentals•Cart Rentals •Cocktails •FoodWarm, Friendly Atmosphere • Located on Shores of Lake AliceTee Times Recommended • Open to Public 7 Days a WeekHwy. 51 Exit 231, East on Cty. Hwy. Ato N10369 Echo Valley Rd. • Tomahawk, WI, LLC8 Unique Playing Fields30 Acres of Natural TerrainRent or bring your own paintballguns. Field paint only.(under 18 must have a signed parentalform provided by Zingers)Open 7 days a weekby reservation.W5594 Muskellunge Lake Rd., Tomahawk • 715-453-6144Any level of play welcome!NWL11 ZIN100NWL11 CRA100Lynette JacobsonBroker715-966-6349Kathy DevingerBroker Assoc.715-966-8842NWL11 VAC301We are the Northwood’s ONLYReal Estate Office with aBuyer’s Incentive!Purchase a property from us & receive15% of our commission at closing.303 N. Fourth St., Tomahawk, WI715-453-4503 • 800-432-6777www.vacationlandproperties.comCraftShack,LLCTheEllen GesslerRealtor715-551-1831J.R. NewtonBroker Assoc.715-612-4139A cozy cottage filledwith crafts created byTomahawk artisans.One-On-One Basket Making Anytime• Basket Making• Ukrainian Eggs• Watercolor PaintingPainting• Papertole• Stained Glass• Pine Cone WreathVariety of Group Classes Available• Homemade CandleHours: Tues. thru Sat. 10AM-5PM Closed Sun. & Mon.N10854 Red Pine Rd. Off Tannery Rd.Sharon Eisenman, Owner • 715-499-0051Specializing in Renovationsof Lake Homes & Cottages• RemodelingBig or small• Garages • Decks• Boat Houses• Permanent DocksOver 25 Years ExperienceReferences AvailableInsured & Licensed715-612-0512715-453-0006NWL11 DTB100

32 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 33FacTORy Tours | Walk the lineNWL11 HAR250When we say you’re ‘one of us’ we’re notkidding.Harley-Davidson ® is all about living life outside the lines. Exceptwhen you take our factory tour. Because, like our motorcycles, ourfactory tours are the real deal.harley-dAVidson TOMAHAWK operATions611 South Kaphaem Road, Tomahawk, WI 54487Tour Schedule and Tour Center Hours• Tours will be offered Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from10am - 2pm.• Tours begin on Thursday, June 2 and end on Monday, September12. The gift shop will be available during the Fall Ride.• Tickets are distributed on a first come, first served basis for eachday’s available tours. It is recommended that you arrive early inthe day. Modified tours may be conducted due to manufacturingrequirements.• Tours are not offered on weekends, major holidays, or duringproduction changes and year-end maintenance.• Tour schedule and tour route is subject to change due tomanufacturing requirements. Please call 877.883.1450 prior toyour visit for up-to-date information.• Groups of 10 or more must make reservations at least 14 daysin advance.Guidelines and Safety Requirements• Fully-enclosed, low-heeled shoes are required.• Children under the age of 12 are welcome in the tour center, butare not allowed on the factory tour. Visitors under the age of 18must be accompanied by an adult at all times.• Cameras or recording devices are not allowed in the plant.Photography is permitted in the tour center.• Bags or packages such as knapsacks, luggage and camera bagsare not allowed in the facility.• Please notify us if you have disability-related needs. Every effortwill be made to accommodate you.Tomahawk operATions | Tomahawk, WIFree TOurs | 877.883.1450harley-dAVidson.com/experienceTomahawk muskie waters hard to beatBy Jed BuelowTomahawk Leader City Editorjbuelow@tomahawkleader.comThose looking for a fish of a lifetimeor to put a musky in the boat for the firsttime need look or travel no farther thanthe greater Tomahawk area this summer.Actually, those in search of trophywater don’t even have to leave citylimits!Named for the three rivers that cometogether to form its shorelines, LakeMohawksin runs through the center ofthe city and is named after the SomoRiver, Tomahawk River and WisconsinRiver. While the origin of the lake’sname might be a bit cute, the ferociousmuskies that inhabit the over 1,900-acre impoundment are anything but.Each year, any number of trophyfish are pulled from the stained watersof Lake Mohawksin, with a growingnumber surpassing the coveted 50-inch mark. The size limit on the lake iscurrently 34 inches so a young anglermight have the opportunity to takehome a trophy fish, but the vast majorityof anglers who fish the lake practicecatch and release to protect the futureof the resource.One diehard Tomahawk muskyangler noted Lake Mohawksin offersaround 16 hours of fishable water,which means there’s plenty of “goodwater” to target if there’s a lot of fishingpressure on the lake. Starting with thelegendary “Musky Mile,” which beginsat Kings Dam and stretches down towhere Muskellunge Creek enters theWisconsin River, Mohawksin offersplenty of cover anglers should focusin on at different times of the year. Justdown from Musky Mile, the rest of thelake is scattered with islands, large weedand stump flats and a river channel thatcan be especially productive in the fall.Any number of lures can catch fish onLake Mohawksin. As a general rule, as itis on almost all waters, anglers will start■SCHOOLS (Continued from Page 8)community. The Kinship program gives our elementary students in needof some additional adult support the chance to match with a mentorfrom the community for both positive recreational and educationalexperiences. In addition, this year 35 families of Tomahawk Elementaryand St. Mary’s students were supported by the Backpack Program, apartnership led by the Tomahawk Salvation Army that supplied familiesin need of support with non-perishable food to help sustain their families,and nourish their children, over the weekends. This program has beenable to continue largely due to generous donations from members of ourcommunity and beyond our community. Finally, the Artist in Residenceprogram at Tomahawk Elementary was able to continue this year dueto a generous donation from the STAR Foundation. The most vibrant ofusing smaller lures in the spring andtransition to larger ones and draggingsuckers on quick-strike rigs in the fall.Many use topwaters and other lures likebucktails that can be worked above andaround weed cover that can grow prettythick in certain areas of Mohawksinduring the summer.Thanks to the quality muskie fisherythat exists in Mohawksin, a number offishing tournaments and a good bit offishing pressure can be experiencedduring the summer months. Fortunately,those looking to get away from thecrowds can find any number of goodmuskie waters, which some considereven better, within just a short drive ofTomahawk.Just above Mohawksin on theWisconsin River is another big muskiewater called Lake Alice. The lakeitself consists of 1,300 acres and anadditional five miles of Wisconsin Riverupriver that is mostly undeveloped,is accessible by boat. While slightlyoverall deeper than Mohawksin, Aliceis littered with stumps that could causeserious damage to a lower unit – a guidefamiliar with the water is recommendedfor this body of water. Chuck’s SportShop in Tomahawk can provide contactinformation on a number of area guidesat 715-453-3101.Along with the Wisconsin River,sections of the Tomahawk Riverincluding Lake Nokomis (2,400 acres)and the Jersey City Flowage (430 acres)also can produce trophy muskiesthroughout the year. The average depthon the Jersey is four feet, and waterlevels on Nokomis fluctuate greatlyduring the summer, so anglers mightalso want to consider contacting guidesif unfamiliar with these waters beforeheading out.Prime musky water isn’t just limitedto the river system flowages andimpoundments in the Tomahawk area,as a number of area lakes are known forTina Frick,Tomahawk,boated thismassive 51-inch muskywith over23-inchgirthproducing big fish and good numbers.These smaller lakes also can offer agood change of pace, if and when someof the area flowages stop producing –just make sure to always check boatsand trailers before leaving the boatlanding – as it’s now illegal under statelaw to spread invasive species.Along with hiring a guide and fishingthe most productive waters, anglersshould try to stay up-to-date as much aspossible leading up to when they planon getting out on the water. A couplegood places to keep up on the bite canbe found on the Tomahawk Leader’swebpage, www.tomahawkleader.com.A local fishing guide provides a regularFishing Report. The author of this articlealso provides regular updates, includinghow the muskie bite is going on areawaters during the summer. Informationis posted on the Leader Message Boardunder Fishing With Jed.communities are those that embrace and support the arts, and the STARFoundation’s commitment to the Artist in Residence program in one suchindicator in our community.We believe we have the very best of both words in the TomahawkSchool District. We are large enough to offer a comprehensive academicprogram along with the most cutting edge technology, yet we are smallenough to provide all of our students and families with the personalattention that they deserve. If you haven’t seen some of the great thingshappening in our schools, please contact any of our school offices andmake arrangements for a tour. I am confident you will be impressed bywhat you see.

34 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 35Community CalendarWinter, Spring, Summer or Fall Tomahawk has it all! www.tomahawkleader.com. or www.traveltomahawk.comCommunity(Note: This is just a sampling of events in our area. Dates andtimes listed here subject to change. Call ahead if traveling anydistance. Look for updates at www.tomahawkleader.com. Alsocheck www.traveltomahawk.com for Town Square BusinessDirectory of places to stay, shop, dine.)Ongoing•Kwahamot Water Ski Club – Free water ski shows,Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 7:30/8p.m. (Shows start at8 p.m. June 16-Aug. 18, otherwise at 7:30 p.m.), Kwahamot Parkby N. 4 th St. bridge, through Labor Day.•Harley-Davidson Factory Tours – Mondays, Thursdays,Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kaphaem Road, Tomahawk. Call: 877-883-1450, harley-davidson.com/experience.•Tomahawk Historical Museums – Tuesdays-Saturdays:Two museums on East Washington Avenue. Open June 12-Aug. 27. Hours: Tuesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays,10 a.m.-2 p.m., closed Sundays and Mondays. Information: 715-453-2056.•Tomahawk Main Street Farmers’ Market – Tuesdays(May 24 through mid-October), 9 a.m.-1 p.m., downtownTomahawk. Farmers offer locally-grown produce from Lincoln,Oneida, Price and Langlade counties as well as artisanal productsquintessential to the Northwoods. Each week one local non-profitshowcases special craft or baked good. Information: 715-453-1090, tomahawkmainstreet.org, director@tomahawkmainstreet.org.•Flea Market/Farmers Market – Thursdays (June through fallTwo unique StoresUnder One Roof!TomahawkSurplus Store• Outdoor Clothing &Gear for ALL Seasons• Military Surplus• Packs & Bags• Canvas Bags • Knives• Sleeping Bags• Carhartt Work Clothes• Georgia &LaCrosse Boots• Printed T-Shirts• Wool Blanketswww.tomahawksurplus.comDistinctively Differente Clothing e Jewelrye Gifts e Scarvese Purses e SunglassesFind something truly uniquefor giving or keeping!Downtown Tomahawk • 715-453-3676OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEKNWL11 TOM580 SIL200harvest season), 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Washington Park, near Chamberbuilding; supports local Girl Scouts. Information/vendor contact:715-453-4439.•Music on the River – Wednesdays, June 29-Aug. 3,6-8 p.m., Veterans Memorial Park.•WaWui Bingo – Wednesdays (May through August), 7 p.m.games, doors open 5:30 p.m., SARA Park Activity Center.•Summer Outdoor Worship – Sundays, 10 a.m., Schaefer’sWharf, County Road L on Lake Nokomis, Memorial Day weekendthrough Labor Day weekend. Presented by Grace LutheranChurch. Bring chair, blanket. Rain location: Nokomis Park pavilion,north on County Road L. Information: 715-453-4066.•Movies in the Park – Specified Saturdays: Free familymovies on large screen, dusk, SARA Park, Tomahawk. Dates:July 2, 9 and 23. Bring lawn chair, blanket. Information: 715-367-0031.•Tomahawk Summer Recreation Program, Weekdayactivities throughout summer. Specifics listed in TomahawkLeader, www.tomahawkleader.com when they become available.•Speedway Racing – Fridays, Tomahawk Speedway.•HAVEN Bingo – Sundays, 7 p.m., Les & Jim’s Lincoln Lanes,1208 N. Center Ave., Merrill. Information: 715-536-1300.Nearby AttractionsJust minutes from Tomahawk: •Northern LightsPlayhouse, Hazelhurst, Hwy. 8, rotating repertory theater.(Information: 715-356-7173; www.nl-playhouse.com). •WisconsinRiver Cruises, cruise Wisconsin River, includes dinner theateroffering. (www.WisconsinRiverCruises.com). •Treehaven UW-Stevens Point Environmental Center, off County Road A,Tomahawk. Public courses offered at various times during year,including Becoming an Outdoors Woman; Building a CordwoodGarden Shed; Photography in the Northwoods; Painting, Sketchingand Drawing; Quilting; Backpacking; Leave-No-Trace; SnowshoeWeaving; Wolves. (Information: 715-453-4106, treehaven@uwsp, www.uwsp.edu/cnr/treehaven. •Leigh Yawkey WoodsonArt Museum, Franklin and 12 th Streets, Wausau. Information:715-845-7010, www.lywam.org, museum@lywam.org. •MerrillHistorical Society Museum, 102 E. Third St., Merrill. Information:715-536-5652.MAY 2011•Tomahawk Community Awards Banquet – Sunday,May 22, Inshalla Country Club. Social time, 5:30 p.m., dinner/awards, 6:30 p.m. Program celebrating Tomahawk’s 125 th birthday,musical entertainment by Jeff Calhoun. Tickets at TomahawkLeader, Tomahawk Chamber. Information: 715-453-2151, kathy@tomahawkleader.com.•Cassian Memorial Day Ceremony – Saturday, May 28,11:30 a.m., Union Grove Cemetery’s Veterans Memorial,Lakewood Road, Harshaw. Includes, bagpiper, Green Bay MarineReserve Unit, flyover of World War II airplanes, music by Trillum,violin. Freewill offering lunch served afterwards at Cassian TownHall, Church Road, Harshaw. Information: 715-453-9960, 715-282-5362.•Tomahawk High School Graduation – Saturday, May 28,1 p.m., Tomahawk Elementary School fieldhouse.•Pre-Main Street Memories Car Show Events – Saturday,May 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., kids’ activities: Build-A-Truck (ages 4-7,first 30 kids), race car cake walk, kids’ photos with pint-sizedModel A at Third Street and West Wisconsin Avenue, downtown.Skateboard competition, noon, Pride Park, with cash prizes. CarShow kick-off, 4-6 p.m., Rodeo Saloon, with raffles, karaoke,music, car show slide show. Information: 715-453-1090, director@tomahawkmainstreet.org.CalendarWinter, Spring, Summer or Fall Tomahawk has it all!www.tomahawkleader.com. or www.traveltomahawk.com‘Memories’Car Showdowntowntomahawk•Main Street Memories Car Show – Sunday, May 29,9 a.m.-3 p.m., downtown Tomahawk. Free admission for spectators,hundreds of show/vintage cars on display; music, petting zoo,bazaar and craft show, balloon artist, food vendors. Use exit225 northbound and exit 229 southbound off Hwy. 51 bypass.Information: 715-453-1090, director@tomahawkmainstreet.org.•Knox Creek Heritage Center Open House – Sunday,May 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., W4517 W. Knox Rd. (off Hwy. 8),Brantwood. Center composed of eight buildings used to displayartifacts, documents, photographs, other memorabilia thatrepresents culture, ethnic, historic aspects of past eras insoutheastern Price County. Information: 715-564-2520, 715-564-2525, paulsyl@centurytel.net.•Barn Dance and Silent Auction – Sunday, May 29, 7 p.m.-midnight, Darrel and Luanne Lind farm, N1169 German SettlementRd., town of Spirit, Price County, 18 miles west of Tomahawk.Music, silent auction ends at 10 a.m., free pie, ice cream, coffee,lemonade. Fundraiser for historic efforts by German SettlementHistory, Inc. Information: 715-564-3299, gshinc@centurylink.net.JUNE 2011•Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo – Friday-Sunday, June 10-12,Lincoln County Fairgrounds. Information: 715-536-9474.•Rockin’ Tomahawk 5K and Half Marathon – Saturday,June 11, begins and ends at SARA Park; 6:30 a.m. packetpick-up, 8 a.m. start for half marathon, 8:15 a.m. start for 5K.Professionally timed, flat terrain. Awards, music, children’s games,food, refreshments follow. Entry forms at active.com. Information:715-453-5334.•Community-wide Garage Sale – Saturday, June 11,9 a.m. until at least 2 p.m., throughout Tomahawk area.Individuals may hold sales on additional days but committed tothis date/time. Information: Tomahawk Leader, 715-453-2151,sales@tomahawkleader.com. Online map locator posted atwww.tomahawkleader.com.•Midsummer Fest – Saturday, June 25, 4 p.m., Knox CreekHeritage Center, W4517 W. Knox Rd. (off Hwy. 8), Brantwood.Commemorates traditional Scandinavian summer celebrationswith exhibits, maypole, bread sale, silent auction, music, bonfire,Scandinavian dinner at 6 p.m. Information: 715-564-2520, 715-564-2525, paulsyl@centurytel.net.•Veterans Memorial Bridge Dedication – Tuesday andWednesday, June 28-29. Reopening of Tomahawk’s main bridgewhich was replaced and closed for nine months. Details were notset at presstime. Ceremony expected, in part, to include somethingjust prior to first Music on the River event (see next item).•Music on the River – Wednesday, June 29, 6-8 p.m.,Veterans Memorial Park (dedication of new pavilion), music byHigh Water. Free admission; bring lawn chairs, blankets. Rainlocation, SARA Park.JULY 2011•Movies in the Park – Saturday, July 2, dusk, SARA Park.Free family entertainment. Information: 715-367-0031.•Pow Wow Days (Day 1) – Sunday, July 3: Arts & CraftsShow, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., SARA Park, entertainment, food, queencoronation (1 p.m.). Sponsored by Tomahawk Lions Club.Information: 715-453-5334.•Old-Timers Ski Show – Sunday, July 3, 8 p.m., KwahamotBay, off North Fourth Street. Free show presented by KwahamotSki Club with many former members on hand.•Music on Main – Sunday, July 3, 7-11 p.m., band, Murphy’sLaw, playing on main street, downtown Tomahawk. Information:715-453-5334.•Pow Wow Days (Day 2) – Monday, July 4: 5K/10K, 1 mileFun Run, 9 a.m., Veterans Memorial Park, registration at 7:30 a.m.(Pre-registration www.active.com; information: 715-453-8975).Kids’ Games, 10 a.m., Veterans Memorial Park, running, frogjumpingcontest for kids. Lions Chicken Barbecue, begins 10 a.m.,downtown, popcorn and other food. Parade, 1 p.m., downtown(theme is Tomahawk’s 125 th birthday). Family Entertainment,3-6 p.m., SARA Park, raffles, drawings. Kwahamot Water SkiShow, 8 p.m., Kwahamot Bay off North Fourth Street. Fireworks,dusk, visible from SARA Park and Kwahamot ski area. Pow WowDays sponsored by Tomahawk Lions Club.•ATV Pull to Benefit Children’s Miracle Network –Saturday, July 2, Clover Club Bar & Grill, N8894 County Road H,Irma. Weigh-in 11 a.m.; pull, 1 p.m. Open to public, free admission.Information: 715-453-8038, 715-453-1675.•Music on the River – Wednesday, July 6, 6-8 p.m.,Veterans Memorial Park, music by Hip Pocket. Free admission;bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch. Rain location, SARAPark.•Tomahawk’s 125 th Birthday Celebration: TomaWalk –Thursday, July 7, 3 p.m., guided stroll through Tomahawk’shistoric main street. Share memories, learn about businesshistory, meet someone from the past. Presented by TomahawkArea Historical Society.Community CALENDAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 36N10985 Cty. Hwy. CC715-453-3452tomlodge@hughes.netwww.tomlodge.com7.5 miles west of Tomahawk On Hwy. 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36 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 37Community CalendarWinter, Spring, Summer or Fall Tomahawk has it all! www.tomahawkleader.com. or www.traveltomahawk.comCommunity•Bradley School Day – Friday, July 8 – All day in theTomahawk Historical First Kindergarten museum, East WashingtonAvenue. Part of Tomahawk’s 125 th birthday celebration. Formerteachers and students will reminisce. Public invited.•Movies in the Park – Saturday, July 9, dusk, SARA Park.Free family entertainment. Information: 715-367-0031.•Music on the River – Wednesday, July 13, 6-8 p.m.,Veterans Memorial Park, music by Hand Picked Bluegrass.Free admission; bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch. Rainlocation, SARA Park.•Music on the River – Wednesday, July 20, 6-8 p.m.,Veterans Memorial Park, music by Big Top Chautauqua BlueCanvas Orchestra. Free admission; bring lawn chairs, blankets,picnic lunch. Rain location, SARA Park.•Lincoln County 4-H Fair – Wednesday-Sunday, July20-24, Lincoln County Fairgrounds, Merrill. Grandstandshows, carnival, exhibits, music. Information: 715-536-5212,www.lincolnco4hfair.com.•Tomahawk’s 125 th Birthday Celebration: TomaWalk –Thursday, July 21, 3 p.m., guided stroll through Tomahawk’shistoric main street. Share memories, learn about businesshistory, meet someone from the past. Presented by TomahawkArea Historical Society.•Free Kids’ Fishing Contest – Saturday, July 23, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Veterans Memorial Park. Sponsored by TomahawkFishing Unlimited. Two age groups: up to age 10, 11-15. Freebait, grab bag, trophies, prizes. Information: 715-453-5645,jteske63@hotmail.com.NWL11 ACE200•Movies in the Park – Saturday, July 23, dusk, SARAPark. Free family entertainment. Information: 715-367-0031.•School of the Arts at Rhinelander – Sunday-Friday,July 24-29. One-week workshop for adults offering writing,photography, performing arts, computer arts, art and folk art,culinary arts, and mind, body and spirit. Continuing Studies, UW-Madison. Information: 877-336-7836, www.soawisconsin.org.•Music on the River – Wednesday, July 27, 6-8 p.m.,Veterans Memorial Park, music by Merrill City Band. Freeadmission; bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch. Rainlocation, SARA Park.•Antique Outboard Boat and Motor Show – Wednesday-Saturday, July 27-30: Annual event draws national/internationalparticipants/vendors, SARA Park. Includes vendors, competition,boat parade, swap meet. Indoor and outdoor displays. Freeadmission. Information: 715-453-5649.•Olde Time Day – Saturday, July 30, Tomahawk HistoricalMuseum. Part of Tomahawk’s 125 th birthday celebration.Featuring demonstrations and arts from the past.•Timber Shrine Benefit Ski Show – Saturday, July 30,7:30 p.m., Kwahamot Bay. Information: 715-612-3223.Thrilla onthe grilla ribcook off indowntowntomahawkAUGUST 2011•Music on the River – Wednesday, Aug. 3, 6-8 p.m.,Veterans Memorial Park, music by Prommerscher Danz Gruppe.Free admission; bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch. Rainlocation, SARA Park.•Totally Tomahawk Street Sales/Sidewalk Sales –Thursday-Saturday, Aug. 4-6, special sales throughout town.Information: 715-453-5334.•2011 Division 2 Show Ski National Championships– Friday-Sunday, Aug. 5-7, all day, Kwahamot Bay, off NorthFourth Street. Three-day tournament with individual competitionin Swivel Ski, Strap Doubles, Team Jump; 8 teams on Saturday,6 teams on Sunday, each up to hour to perform 13 water skiCommunity Calendar Continued on next PageCalendarWinter, Spring, Summer or Fall Tomahawk has it all!www.tomahawkleader.com. or www.traveltomahawk.comacts, judging determines national champion. Teams from Illinois,Michigan, Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota, Wisconsin expected.Information: 715-612-8642.•Summer Festival – Thursday-Sunday, Aug. 4-7,St. Mary’s Catholic Church’s Summer Festival on parish grounds.Information: 715-453-2878.•Oneida County Fair – Thursday-Sunday, Aug. 4-7,Pioneer Park Historical Complex, Rhinelander. Information: 715-365-2750.•Thrilla on the Grilla Rib Cook-off – Saturday, Aug. 13,1 p.m., downtown. Sponsored by Tomahawk Lions Club asfundraiser for non-profit organizations.•Price County Fair – Wednesday-Sunday, Aug. 24-28, Fairgrounds, Phillips. Carnival rides, free daily admission,demolition derby, live bands, kiddie tractor pull, talent show.Information: 715-339-2397.•Craft Show – Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 13-14:The Craft Shack, N10854 Red Pine Rd. off Tannery Rd,Tomahawk. Information: 715-499-0051.•Poultry and Fun Shoot – Sunday, Aug. 21, noon, SomoFish and Game Club, County Road CC. Information: 715-493-1656.•Spirit of Brantwood – Friday-Saturday, Aug. 26-27,downtown Brantwood, Hwy. 8. Live music, bonfire both nightsat 7 p.m.; Friday, cookout, Saturday, ATV ride, Bison Feed,mechanical full, free primitive camping. Sponsored by The LiquorStore, Tomahawk.•All-Star Ski Show Ski Tournament – Saturday, Aug. 27,Fourth annual Kwahamot Water Ski Club tournament, begins10:30 a.m., Kwahamot Bay.September 2011•Yesterday House and Liberty School Open House –Sunday, Sept. 4, noon-5 p.m., Monday, Sept. 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,N894 S. German Settlement Rd., off County Road YY, Ogema.Information: 715-564-3299, www.germansettlementhistory.org.Information: 715-564-3299, gshinc@centurylink.net.•Labor Day Parade and Festivities – Monday, Sept. 5,Merrill. Parade, classic car show, Habitat for Humanity Auction,games, entertainment, Lincoln County Fairgrounds. Information:715-536-7313.•A Country Afternoon – Saturday, Sept. 10, 1-4 p.m., KnoxCreek Heritage Center, N4517 W. Knox Creek Rd., off Hwy. 8,Brantwood. Glimpse of farm life long ago. Bread sale, bakingcontest, exhibits, quilters, crafts, raffles, live music, cookout,history displays. Information: 715-564-2520, 715-564-2525,paulsyl@centurytel.net.•Tomahawk Fire and Rescue School – Saturday-Sunday,Sept. 10-11. One-day and two-day classroom and hands-ontraining, Saturday night meal, vendor display, music at SARAPark. Information: www.tomahawkfd.org.•Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDA – Thursday-Sunday,Sept. 15-18: Tomahawk’s premier event and huge fundraiserfor the Muscular Dystrophy Association, with some $2 millionraised for the charity over the years. Four-day motorcycle rallythat attracts up to 40,000 bike enthusiasts, with Harley-Davidsonplant tours, Friday night Thunder Parade, live music includingSARA Park and downtown evening street dances, bike rafflesand much more. Major events at SARA Park, Harley-Davidsonplant(s), downtown and Nokomis Community Park, plus venuesthroughout community. Information: 715-453-5334; watch forupdates and follow-up pictures at www.tomahawkleader.com.•Christmas Tree Festival – Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.,N1859 School House Rd., downtown Ogema. Parade, 10 a.m.;tours of Ek Log Home Museum, arts and crafts sale, display, fleamarket, farmers market, chicken BBQ at 11:15 a.m., other food,refreshments, Run to the Peak race at Timm’s Hill, variety show,7 p.m., Ogema Fire Company’s annual Fireman’s Dance, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., at fire hall.NOVEMBER 2011•Tomahawk Free Venison Feed – Friday, Nov. 18, downtownTomahawk. Serving venison burgers as kickoff to fall hunting.Information: 715-453-5334, 800-569-2160.•Northern Lights Christmas Parade and Winter Wonderland –Saturday, Nov. 26, downtown Tomahawk. Santa visit, holiday treedisplay. Information: 715-453-5334, 800-569-2160.DECEMBER 2011•Finnish Independence Day – Saturday, Dec. 3,4:30-6:30 p.m., Knox Creek Heritage Center, W4517 W. KnoxRd. (off Hwy. 8), Brantwood. Finnish Independence Day withFinnish mojakka (stew) dinner cooked outdoors over wood fire,homemade bread. Entertainment by Madeline House Ballet;program after dinner. Information: 715-564-2520, 715-564-2525,paulsyl@centurytel.net.(Note: This is just a sampling of events in our area. Dates andtimes listed here subject to change. Call ahead if traveling anydistance. Look for updates at tomahawkleader.com. 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38 -- Tomahawk Leader -- northwoods living 2011 northwoods living 2011 -- Tomahawk Leader -- 39Tomahawk area ATV trail system to expandsignificantly this summerBy Jed BuelowTomahawk Leader City Editorjbuelow@tomahawkleader.comEfforts to expand the overall ATV trail system in thegreater Tomahawk area are set to take shape this summerwhen the North Fourth Street Bridge reopens to traffic,including all-terrain vehicles.Headed up by the Harrison Hills ATV Club and SomoArea ATV Club, plans to make Tomahawk the hub for ATVactivity in the region had been awaiting the reopening ofthe bridge so access to the east and west of the WisconsinRiver could be achieved.ATV groups last fall posted a number of access pointsinto the city from existing trail systems, including usingCTH A and CTH D to Kings Road to the east and CTH CCfrom the west. Clubs had been pushing to have routesopened into and through the city so additional gas stations,eating establishments and hotels could be accessedalong the expanded routes.The Somo Club began posting a route through the citylast fall and has plans to complete the route once thebridge is reopened to traffic. As part of efforts to enhanceATV access in Tomahawk, city officials approved openingall streets to ATV use last year. Opening all city streets hasWhat better way is there to spend a nice summer daythan enjoying one of the many lakes or flowages in thegreater Tomahawk area?From skiing and tubing to fishing, taking an enjoyablepontoon ride or just watching the sun set while letting yourtoes dangle from a dock, area waters offer many great waysto relax and enjoy the summer.While Northwoods lakes and flowages can offermemories that will last a lifetime, users need to make surethey’re doing their part to protect the resource so others willhave the same opportunity in the future.Right now, all Northwoods lakes and rivers and a wayof life many of us have come to cherish are under attack.While aquatic invasive species (AIS) have overtaken nativespecies and habitat on a number of area waters, local effortswith the help of the state Department of Natural Resourcesare fighting back.Clean Boats, Clean Waters initiatives are taking place ata number of area boat landings again this year. Several arealake associations and districts will be spending thousandsupon thousands of dollars this spring to control the spreadof such invasive species as Eurasian water milfoil.Boaters, anglers and recreational users are being askedto do their part this summer to make sure AIS doesn’t spreadto area waters. They’re also being reminded the state passeda law last year that makes it illegal to spread AIS, issuingfines if one is found to be even unknowingly moving species.The DNR offers the following tips for boaters, sailors,anglers and paddlers to do when leaving a launch to makesure they are in compliance and helping prevent the spreadof AIS:•Inspect boat trailers and equipment and remove plants,animals and mud after each use.•Drain water from boats, motor, bilge, live well and baitsince been postponed as the city learns how much signagewill be needed per street to make the ordinance legal.Only city streets and county roads currently posted withATV signage are open to ATV use.Plans call for the bridge to reopen to through trafficbefore the July 4 holiday – the contractor has said itintends to have the bridge back open to traffic by as earlyas June 28. Once signage is in place, ATV users will atleast have access to the designated route through the city.Riders inside city limits will be restricted to 10 mph andwill be required to abide by a number of additional rulesaimed at keeping riders and pedestrians safe.Regulations and allowing ATV access inside city limitsisn’t new. Much of what Tomahawk’s stipulations arebased on was taken from other communities around thestate that allow ATV use inside city limits.Along with the city and many miles of trail maintainedby the Harrison Hills and Somo ATV clubs, ATV userswill also have access to additional trails connecting fromnearby counties. ATV trails were also extended in theNokomis area last year to provide access to the expansiveLittle Rice ATV Riders Club trails and those in the Willowarea north.Help keep Tomahawk area waters healthycontainers.•Don’t move live fish away from a body of water.•Dispose of unwanted bait in the trash. Use leftoverminnows only if they haven’t come into contact with usedminnows or water from the lake.•Rinse boat and equipment with hot or high-pressure wateror dry for at least five days before using on another bodyof water.Get ‘em hookedKids’ Fishing Contest July 23By Jed BuelowTomahawk Leader City Editorjbuelow@tomahawkleader.comParents will not want to let this opportunity get away, as the non-profitgroup Tomahawk Fishing Unlimited (TFU) hosts its annual SummertimeKids’ Fishing Contest Saturday, July 23.Children of all ages are invited to take part in the free fishing contest,which gets underway at Veterans Memorial Park starting at 9 a.m. Parentsare invited to stop by and pick up free bait and a grab bag filled with fishingsupplies to use during the tournament. Food and refreshments also will beavailable at the registration stand.TFU members will be on hand to offer advice and help anyone whomight be new to the sport with fishing equipment.The organization has been hosting the contest over the past 20 yearsas part of efforts to involve future generations in all the fishing opportunityavailable in and around the greater Tomahawk area. Last year alone over200 youngsters took part in the summertime fishing event.Trophies and prizes will be awarded for the biggest catches in anumber of fish categories in two age groups (up to 10, and 11 through15 years of age).See FISHING Page 39■FISHING (Continued from Page 38)Parents are encouraged to take the opportunity to spend an afternoon fishingLake Mohawksin with their children on the water or from shore. The eventconcludes at Veterans Memorial Park with the awarding of prizes for biggestcatches at 2 p.m.Along with hosting the Kids’ Fishing Contest, TFU has long been involved inenhancing the sport of fishing locally through stocking efforts and getting youthinvolved in the sport. Unfortunately, this past winter the organization had to cancela winter fishing contest because of a lack of active members.Current plans call for the group to continue hosting the summer fishing contest.Anyone who would like to learn more about becoming involved in TFU or aboutthe upcoming tournament should contact Jeff Teske, TFU president, at 715-453-5645 or jteske63@hotmail.com.Committed to Your Total Fitness & Health...RHINELANDEROFFICE586 Shepard St.Rhinelander, WI 54501715-365-5252Physical TherapytomahawkOFFICE1509 N. 4th St.Tomahawk, WI 54487715-453-66503 LocationsTo Serve YourNeedsEAGLE RIVEROFFICE528 W. Pine St.Eagle River, WI 54521715-477-1523NWL11 SPI100MUSIC ON THE RIVER’S4th Season of free concerts will beeven more special in A NEW PAVILION!Concerts are at 6pmat Veteran’s Memorial ParkBring your chairs, blankets & picnic supperDateMusical GroupJune 29, 2011....................................... High WaterJuly 6, 2011........................................... Hip PocketJuly 13, 2011............... Hand Picked BluegrassJuly 20, 2011.................... Big Top ChautauquaBlue Canvas OrchestraJuly 27, 2011........................... Merrill City BandAug. 3, 2011....... Pommerscher Danz Gruppe(SARA Park Rain Site)Spend beautifulsummer evenings inTomahawk enjoyingmusic on the shore ofthe Wisconsin RiverNWL11 MUS400KIDS’ FISHINGCONTESTLODGING 5 to choose fromCall 715-453-4930 or www.pinepointeresort.com• Fishing • Boat Rentals • Full-Service Bar & GrillEnjoy OurFriday Night Fiesta• Tacos • Burritos • Chimis • Taco PizzaPine Pointe Resort~ on beautiful Lake Alice ~W4249 Pine Pointe LaneTomahawk • 715-453-4930The Tomahawk Historical SocietyTOMAHAWKIs Celebrating125 YEARSOF HISTORY!Special Events Include:Downtown businesses will feature“old time” window displays• July 7 & 21 - TomaWalk at 3 p.m. Guided strolls downTomahawk’s historic main street. An opportunity to sharememories, learn about businesses through the years andperhaps meet someone from the past.• July 8 - Bradley School Day. All day in the museum school room.Former teachers and students will reminisce about their days atBradley School.• July 30 - Olde Tyme Day at the museum, recalling the way of lifeyears ago.The two Historical Society Museums are openJune 21 thru August 27Exhibits Include: v The O’Connell family historyv History of the MT&W railroad & engine #19(which is located in Washington Park)Dedication will be held commemorating the new roof over the enginev Remembering local beauticians & barbersv Items produced in our community through the yearsv Community fine arts groups and more!Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10-4; Sat. 10-2 - Free AdmissionMuseums located on E. Washington Ave.(Behind the Tomahawk Chamber office)NWL11 PIN100NWL11 TOM370

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