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Natural, Cultural & Agricultural Resources January 21,, 2010

Sawyer County Comprehensive Plan – Natural, Cultural & Agricultural Resources January 21, 2010 Natural, Cultural & Agricultural Resources Wisconsin State Statute 66.1001(2)(e) Agricultural, Natural & Cultural Resources A compilation of objectives, policies, goals, maps and programs for the conservation, and promotion of the effective management, of natural resources such as groundwater, forests, productive agricultural areas, environmentally sensitive areas, threatened and endangered species, stream corridors, surface water, floodplains, wetlands, wildlife habitat, metallic and nonmetallic mineral resources consistent with zoning limitations under s.295.20(2), parks, open spaces, historical and cultural resources, community design, recreational resources and other natural resources. INTRODUCTION The protection of natural resources is necessary for the welfare of both people and the environment. By allowing natural processes, such as the hydrologic system, to function without impediment, property, water supply and the environment are protected. The protection of natural resources also preserves important ecological communities. Certain natural resources have more than merely aesthetic and leisure‐time activity values. They are essential to long‐term human survival and the preservation of life, health and general welfare. As such, the protection and management of these resources clearly are in the public interest. Thus, the analysis of those natural resources found within the planning area is done for the purpose of directing development away from those areas not intrinsically suitable for a particular use, or to at least guide development in a direction that is least disruptive. TOPOGRAPHY An undulating plain dissected by many lakes, rivers and streams characterizes the topography of Sawyer County. The northeastern corner of the County is quite hilly and the southwestern corner contains many high quartzite ridges.
Lac Courte Oreilles Lake Management Plan

Lac Courte Oreilles Lake Management Plan C. Bruce Wilson February 21, 2011 Acknowledgements I thank WDNR Project Manager Jim Kreitlow for his advice during the project and his document review assistance. I also thank the Courte Oreilles Lakes Association for their support and encouragement, particularly Gary Pulford who has been the grant coordinator, project lead and tireless advocate for Wisconsin lakes and streams. I thank Dan Tyrolt and the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Ojibwe Conservation Department for their support, guidance and data collected over the past 14 years, without which, this report would not have been possible. The Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Conservation Department’s lake and stream monitoring programs are exceptional. Sawyer County’s technical support, particularly Dale Olson, was greatly appreciated. Lastly, I thank Rob Engelstad and Gary Pulford for Secchi disk volunteer monitoring and all of the residents who participated in the LCO Economic Survey. 1 February 21, 2011 Lac Courte Oreilles Lake Management Plan Report Section Page Executive Summary…………………………………………........................................... 3 Introduction ………………………………………………………………… 8 Outstanding Resource Waters ……………………………………………… 9 Fisheries ……………………………………………………………………… 10 Lac Courte Oreilles Morphometric Characteristics ……………………… 13 Lac Courte Oreilles Watershed Characteristics …………………………… 16 Hydrologic Budget Climatological Summary ………………………………………….... 19 Precipitation …………………………………………………. 20 Temperature and Evaporation …...…………………………. 23 Surface Water
5-1 5.0 NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Land

5.0 NATURAL ENVIRONMENT 5.1 INTRODUCTION Land development policies, explicit or implicit, that are meant to accommodate growth (plans and policies for land use location, roadways, sewer/water extension, etc), should be based upon and be compatible with certain natural resource considerations that support or can be damaged by land use activities. Natural resource elements are defined and identified by physiographic, geologic, vegetative, animal, and hydrologic characteristics. Consideration of natural resource elements should shape, structure, and provide the pattern for land development and related activities. The protection of certain natural resources is necessary for the welfare of both people and the environment. By allowing natural processes, such as the hydrologic cycle/system, to function without impediment, property, water supply, and environment are protected. The protection of natural resources also preserves important ecological communities. Certain natural resources have more than merely aesthetic and leisure-time activity values. They are essential to long-term human survival and the preservation of life, health, and general welfare. As such, the protection and/or management of these natural resources clearly is in the public interest. The analysis of those natural resources found within a particular study area is done for the purpose of directing development away from those areas not intrinsically suitable for a particular use. Given the physical characteristics found within the study area, the intent is to at least guide development in a direction that is least disruptive. Many studies have been done to achieve this end. One such research effort was directed at identifying those resources of a region, which were considered critical to the overall ecological integrity of the region.
The State of the St. Croix Basin March 2002 PUBL WT-555-2002

The State of the St. Croix Basin March 2002 PUBL WT-555-2002 Photo courtesy of Ken Jonas, WDNR An integrated resource management plan developed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and Partners The State of the St Croix Basin 2002 GOVERNOR Scott McCallum NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD Trygve A. Solberg, Chair James E. Tiefenthaler, Jr., Vice-Chair Gerald M. O’Brien, Secretary Herbert F. Behnke Howard D. Poulson Catherine L. Stepp Stephen D. Willett Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Darrell Bazzell, Secretary Franc Fennessy, Deputy Secretary Barbara Zellmer, Executive Assistant Gene Francisco, Administrator Division of Forestry Steve Miller, Administrator Division of Land Susan L. Sylvester, Administrator Division of Water Bill Smith, Director Northern Regional Office John Gozdzialski, Water Leader Bruce Moss, Land Leader Tom Beard, St. Croix Basin Water Team Leader Position Vacant, St. Croix Basin Lands & Forestry Team Leader ii The State of the St Croix Basin 2002 April 16, 2002 Subject: St. Croix River Basin Plan Greetings - The St. Croix Basin spans both Wisconsin and Minnesota. This State of the St. Croix River Basin Report describes the status of land and water resources in the Wisconsin portion, which covers 22 watersheds, 4,165 square miles and parts of nine counties. WDNR and Partners have also articulated a shared vision for future ecological health, as well as management goals and priorities for work to maintain, protect and enhance the basin’s resources over the next few years. The St. Croix Basin is a special area of the state. Its abundant streams, lakes and wetlands, rich forests and farmlands, wildlife and fisheries make this a popular recreational destination and location for living.
A Plan for Outdoor Recreation Sawyer County, Wisconsin 2021-2025

A PLAN FOR OUTDOOR RECREATION SAWYER COUNTY, WISCONSIN 2021-2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................... 1 II. BACKGROUND .................................................................................................................. 2 III. SUPPLY OF EXISTING RECREATION RESOURCES .............................................................. 5 IV. RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................................................................... 12 V. SUMMARY ...................................................................................................................... 33 VI. APPENDICES ................................................................................................................... 34 Introduction The primary purpose of this recreation plan is to provide continued direction toward meeting the current and future recreation needs of Sawyer County. This is accomplished by investigating Sawyer County’s existing outdoor recreational resources, studying population trends, anticipating future demands, and developing guidelines and recommendations for public outdoor recreation facilities. These comments and suggestions are intended as guides for the County and its municipalities. Objectives • Meet existing as well as the foreseeable future recreational needs of Sawyer County residents and visitors. • Maintain quality recreation areas while protecting Sawyer County’s natural and scenic
Kark's Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to 309 Wisconsin Streams

Kark's Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to 309 Wisconsin Streams By Richard Kark May 2015 Introduction A Badger Stream Love Affair My fascination with rivers started near my hometown of Osage, Iowa on the Cedar River. High school buddies and I fished the river and canoe-camped along its lovely limestone bluffs. In 1969 I graduated from St. Olaf College in Minnesota and soon paddled my first Wisconsin stream. With my college sweetheart I spent three days and two nights canoe-camping from Taylors Falls to Stillwater on the St. Croix River. “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond blared from our transistor radio as we floated this lovely stream which was designated a National Wild and Scenic River in 1968. Little did I know I would eventually explore more than 300 other Wisconsin streams. In the late 1970s I was preoccupied by my medical studies in Milwaukee but did find the time to explore some rivers. I recall canoeing the Oconto, Chippewa, Kickapoo, “Illinois Fox,” and West Twin Rivers during those years. Several of us traveled to the Peshtigo River and rafted “Roaring Rapids” with a commercial company. At the time I could not imagine riding this torrent in a canoe. We also rafted Piers Gorge on the Menomonee River. Our guide failed to avoid Volkswagen Rock over Mishicot Falls. We flipped and I experienced the second worst “swim” of my life. Was I deterred from whitewater? Just the opposite, it seems. By the late 1970s I was a practicing physician, but I found time for Wisconsin rivers. In 1979 I signed up for the tandem whitewater clinic run by the River Touring Section of the Sierra Club’s John Muir Chapter.
Chapter NR 20

Published under s. 35.93, Wis. Stats., by the Legislative Reference Bureau. 173 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES NR 20.03 Chapter NR 20 FISHING: INLAND WATERS; OUTLYING WATERS Subchapter I — Purpose and Definitions NR 20.16 Special early catch and release season for trout. NR 20.01 Purpose. NR 20.18 Total daily bag limits. NR 20.03 Definitions. NR 20.20 County and statewide table. Subchapter II — Prohibited Methods Subchapter IV — Department Authority NR 20.05 General restrictions. NR 20.25 License waiver. NR 20.06 Hook and line fishing. NR 20.30 Department permitted to take fish. NR 20.07 Lake sturgeon carcass tags and registration, hook and line fishing and NR 20.33 Special open and closed seasons. spearing. NR 20.35 Alternate size and bag limits. NR 20.08 Restrictions on the use of bait. NR 20.36 Modifications in daily bag limit and minimum size limit in response NR 20.09 Spearing restrictions. to tribal harvest. NR 20.10 Special lake sturgeon spearing restrictions. NR 20.38 Control of detrimental fish. NR 20.105 Sturgeon spearing licenses. NR 20.39 Permits for use of nonstandard minnow gear on inland waters. NR 20.11 Ice fishing and fishing shelter restrictions. NR 20.40 Fishing tournaments. NR 20.12 Setline and set or bank pole restrictions. NR 20.41 Experimental waters. NR 20.13 General netting restrictions. NR 20.60 Monthly sport trolling fishing reports. NR 20.14 Minnow collecting restrictions. NR 20.65 Report of licensed guides. Subchapter III — Authorized Methods, Open Seasons, Daily Bag Limits and Size Restrictions on Specified Waters NR 20.15 Authorized methods.
The Lakes of the Hayward Lakes Area Barker Lake - Barker Lake Is Easily Reached by County B

The Lakes of the Hayward Lakes Area Barker Lake - Barker Lake is easily reached by County B. Muskie, northern, walleye, large and small mouth bass and pan fish abound in this ideal setting for a pleasant vacation. Barker Lake covers more than 238 acres of water and depths reaching up to 12 feet. Big Lake Chetac - Lake Chetac flows south from Edgewater to The Narrows, the channel flowing south between Lake Chetac and Big Birch Lake, near Birchwood with 1,920 acres of northern, walleye, bass and pan fish waters. Maximum depth is 28 feet and averages 12 to 18 feet. Chetac still maintains a northern ambience, with a feeling of uncrowded freedom. Big Lake Chetac is located 25 miles south of Hayward on County F. Big Sissabagama Lake - Excellent fishing water in Sawyer County. Big Sissabagama Lake covers more than 719 acres and reaches depths up to 48 feet. Birch Lake - Big Birch Lake, a lake of considerable less length and girth of Lake Chetac, is unique in other ways. Its 368 acres contain deeper waters, 73 feet maximum, 24 foot mean depth and more structure, bars and drop-offs, for that most elusive game fish. The walleye. Birch Lake is located 26 miles south of Hayward on County T. Blueberry Lake - Come and experience Blueberry Lake, one of the small wonders of the Northwoods. Covering more than 250 acres of water and depths reaching up to 29 feet, this lake offers you and your family an abundant supply of walleye, bass, and pan fish. Blueberry Lake, only 20 minutes east of Hayward.
A Plan for Outdoor Recreation Sawyer County

A PLAN FOR OUTDOOR RECREATION SAWYER COUNTY, WISCONSIN 2014 - 2020 Zoning & Conservation Committee . James Bassett . Charles Gundersen . Bruce Paulsen . Dale Thompson . Frederic Zietlow . Bernard Kadlec, FSA rep TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................. 1 II. BACKGROUND ................................................................................................................... 2 III. EXISTING RECREATION RESOURCES .......................................................................... 6 IV. RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................................................................... 11 V. SUMMARY ......................................................................................................................... 34 VI. APPENDICES ..................................................................................................................... 35 INTRODUCTION On a nationwide scale, recreational activity is expected to triple over the next 50 years, growing more than twice as fast as our nation's population. With this increase, there will be a significant demand on our natural resources. Since tourism and recreation constitute the state's fastest growing industry bringing in millions of dollars annually, we must carefully plan for future growth and development. The purpose of this plan is to investigate Sawyer County's existing outdoor recreational resources, study population trends, anticipate
Namekagon River Cold-Water Zone Fish Habitat History Report

Namekagon River Cold-Water Zone Fish Habitat History Report Patrick D. Shirey1 Jill Medland2 Gary A. Lamberti1 1University of Notre Dame Department of Biological Sciences Notre Dame, IN 46556 2National Park Service St. Croix National Scenic Riverway St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 June 2009 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 3 Problem Statement ................................................................................................................................ 6 Methods ................................................................................................................................................ 6 Background by Era Native American cultures (Pre-1831) ...................................................................................................... 8 European-American settlement (1831-1860) .......................................................................................... 9 Logging (1861-1901) .............................................................................................................................. 10 Post-logging (1902-1961) ....................................................................................................................... 13 Reforestation and Restoration (1961 – Present) ..................................................................................... 14 Analysis Hypothesis 1: The river is wider and shallower now than it was
Bayfield County Visitor Guide Ad | 8.75 in W X 11.25 in H

above expectations Visitor Information Barnes Area: Barnes / Eau Claire Lakes www.barnes-wi.com Bayfield Area: Bayfield / Red Cliff Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau Bayfield County is the second largest county in Wisconsin, but there's 715-779-3335 • www.bayfield.org not one traffic light! There is a lot to see and do – to make it easier to North Twin Island Devils Cable Area: Cable / Grand View / navigate, we’ve divided the county into six sections and color coded Island South Rocky Cat Outer Drummond / Namakagon them throughout this guide. Twin Island Island Bear Island Island Island Cable Area Chamber of Commerce York Welcome to the top of Wisconsin! Sand Island Island 715-798-3833 • www.cable4fun.com Raspberry Ironwood Island This is not your typical Northwoods community. With over Island Otter Manitou The Apostle Drummond www.drummondwi.com Island Island 600 miles of groomed trails, over a dozen orchards and fruit Sand Islands Bay Raspberry Iron River Area: Iron River / Bay Oak farms, half a million acres of public land and the Wisconsin Lake Eagle Island Island Stockton Delta / Oulu / Benoit Island Superior Scenic Byway, you’ll find that this is a place where Iron River Area Chamber of Commerce 13 Rasp. River Nature and Culture come together in a way that is truly unique. Bark Siskiwit K Hermit 715-372-8558 • www.visitironriver.com Island Point Bay 13 Michigan Bark Pt. Island Bay Cornucopia Basswood South Shore Area: Cornucopia / Lake Superior Red Cliff Island 13 Sand River Herbster / Port Wing Siskiwit J Table of Contents Herbster C River Bayfield Madeline Cornucopia www.visitcornucopia.com Navigating Your Visit ..............................4 H Island Lake Superior Pikes Creek Herbster www.herbsterwisconsin.com Cranberry Siskiwit Scenic Byway / Scenic Riverway .....................5 Flag River River Lake Onion 13 LaPointe Port Wing www.portwingwi.com Port Wing River Our National Treasures ............................6 13 Key Washburn Area: Washburn / Our Communities ..............................
5. Natural, Cultural & Agricultural Resources

Natural, Cultural & Agricultural Resources Sawyer County Comprehensive Plan 2021-2041 Chapter CHAPTER 5: Natural, Cultural & Agricultural Resources Wisconsin State Statute § 66.1001(2)(e) Agricultural, Natural & Cultural Resources A compilation of objectives, policies, goals, maps and programs for the conservation, and promotion of the effective management, of natural resources such as groundwater, forests, productive agricultural areas, environmentally sensitive areas, threatened and endangered species, stream corridors, surface water, floodplains, wetlands, wildlife habitat, metallic and nonmetallic mineral resources consistent with zoning limitations under s. 295.20(2), parks, open spaces, historical and cultural resources, community design, recreational resources and other natural resources. INTRODUCTION The protection of natural resources is necessary for the welfare of both people and the environment. By allowing natural processes, such as the hydrologic system, to function without impediment, property, water supply and the environment are protected. The protection of natural resources also preserves important ecological communities. Certain natural resources have more than merely aesthetic and leisure-time activity values. They are essential to long-term human survival and the preservation of life, health and general welfare. As such, the protection and management of these resources clearly are in the public interest. Thus, the analysis of those natural resources found within the planning area is done for the purpose of directing development away from those areas not intrinsically suitable for a particular use, or to at least guide development in a direction that is least disruptive. TOPOGRAPHY An undulating plain dissected by many lakes, rivers and streams characterizes the topography of Sawyer County. The northeastern corner of the County is quite hilly, and the southwestern corner contains many high quartzite ridges.