Fall is a great time of year to get out in a canoe to do some exploring. The way the light falls against the trees and the water is beautiful and the sounds that surround you are distinct to this time of year. Jump in a canoe to see some of the nooks and crannies …
Labor Day weekend has come and gone, kids are back in school, and the leaves are beginning to change. With the change of seasons comes the change of hobbies up North. Boats, jet skis and other summer toys are being put away and fall and winter toys will soon be coming out. Sometimes, however, we …
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Wild rice is a rich part of Northwestern Wisconsin’s history. Harvested in early to mid-August, wild rice was extremely important to the Native Americans, particularly the Ojibwe and Menominee tribes who lived in areas where wild rice grew abundantly. Wild rice has been harvested, processed and eaten for hundreds of years in our area, and …
Labor Day weekend is a great opportunity to enjoy a long weekend Up North with friends and family, squeezing out the last drops of summer fun. One might think, from witnessing the traffic coming North (starting Thursday) that the much-loved peace and tranquility of our area would be hampered by crowds of people. But once …
If you hadn’t planned to come Up North this weekend, you should change your plans right now and come specifically for the Tesora Grand Opening Celebration in Siren Saturday night. They’re pulling out all the stops and planning a super, duper fun night that you’ll want to make a part of your Summer 2013 memories. …
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From the big city of Milwaukee, WI, Ash Goffin started her cupcake passion in a closet sized kitchen. Through experimenting with different styles and flavors, Ash fell in love with baking cupcakes and her business, Swallow Sweet Cupcakes came to life. Ash now lives in the Northwoods of Wisconsin due to a job opportunity, but …
Located on Highway 35 just North of Siren, Yah Butz barbeque sauce is truly “Something Special from Wisconsin”. Winning 1st and 2nd place in the 2013 National BBQ Association’s Awards of Excellence while up against big name brands, the Yah Butz family has something to be proud of. The company started with Sheila Erickson, who …
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If you’re shopping for waterfront property on any of the waterways in the area where the water level is controlled by a dam, you may notice a change in the shoreline as the colder months approach. When the winter months arrive, the water levels on dammed lakes and rivers are lowered to prevent any type …
Ever find yourself in an outhouse, feeling a little vulnerable about what might “go down” outside the door while you’re in there? The owners of this property placed this guy outside their outhouse so people will “come and go in peace”. This one comes complete with a white picket fence and a window with a …
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In April, I shared that we found the perfect “floaties” for enjoying a refreshing afternoon on the water. They didn’t break the bank and we were thrilled at the quality when they arrived! After testing them in the water this summer, I have to report that “YES”, they are the perfect device for relaxing on …
