★ 2018 Lake Gog ebic Times

Vacation Guide For Michigan’s Upper Peninsula’s FREE Largest Lake and Surrounding Western U.P. Area

Th e Lake Gogebic Area Presorted Chamber of Commerce Standard P.O. Box 114 U.S. Postage Bergland, Michigan 49910-0114 PAID Phone: 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Ashland, WI www.lakegogebicarea.com

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WWW.NINEPINESRESORT.COM LAKE GOGEBIC TIMES Printed Annually Since 1990 by The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce Editors: Mary Lou Driesenga & Bonnie Trolla do justice to the majesty of the Northern Lights so often displayed by their Creator! Ads: Mary Lou Driesenga Most pictures compliments of Josh Lopac & Phil Tegner. Cover photos are: There is a reason the western U.P. is called “God’s Country”. We hope these pictures give you just a glimpse of the natural beauty and entice you to visit us! 25,000 copies of the Lake Gogebic Times are being published this year for complimentary distribu- By using Lake Gogebic as your “hub”, you can travel in any direction to visit some of these breath- tion throughout Michigan Welcome Centers, at Sports Shows throughout MI, WI, MN & IO, and taking places. Travel west to take a ride at Copper Peak, unforgettable beauty summer & fall. Travel many businesses in the Western U.P. We also offer the paper to you, in full printable context on the north to the Porkies, so different and so beautiful each season of the year. So many sights to see lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce website. Articles, information and photos suitable for riding on hundreds of miles of Multi-Use Trails. Visitors come back time after time to experience the publication are solicited and can be sent to the chamber address. lure and the unique beauty of waterfalls found in every direction in the western U.P. Pictures cannot Welcome to Lake Gogebic in the Western U.P. of Michigan We look forward to seeing you! Year around enjoyment can be found in Michigan’s Western Upper Peninsula. Rushing ing, downhill skiing, cross country skiing and snow-shoeing. The dark evenings are often waterfalls in the spring and breathtaking colors in the fall are only a small part of what lit up with Northern lights and stars that seem close enough to touch! makes this area a destination people return to time after time. Or, maybe it’s because of the We also have hundreds of miles of Multi-Use trails and our winter snowfall of up to 300 offerings of passive relaxation and excitement all at the same time. It’s a place fi lled with inches provides the best and most varied snowmobiling trails you can fi nd. The area has an incredible number of natural wonders, but also with a kind of people who smile and say consistently been voted the #1 best place to ride! “Hi, how are you?’……even if they don’t know you. These vacation guide newspapers are printed annually and in it you will fi nd many things LAKE GOGEBIC, the largest inland lake in the U.P. with 13,380 acres of prime fi shing to do in the whole Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. for walleye, smallmouth bass, jumbo perch and northern pike holds a fall fi shing tourna- Take a look at just one of several breathtaking views of Lake Gogebic from our chamber ment where thousands of dollars of prizes are awarded annually. The southern half of the webcam at www.lakegogebicarea.com and you’ll begin to get a sense of the natural beauty lake is located in Gogebic County and in the Central Time Zone with the northern half in of the area. Ontonagon County in the Eastern Time Zone. The million-acre Ottawa National Forest as well as the 21,000-acre Sylvania Wilderness The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce surrounds the Lake Gogebic area providing endless opportunities to enjoy nature in a vari- P.O. Box 114, Bergland, MI 49910 ety of ways, including hunting for deer, bear and small game. In addition to Lake Gogebic, E-mail: [email protected] 1-888-GOGEBIC (464.3242) there are 1200 miles of rivers and streams and over 300 inland lakes with hundreds of For general information requests spectacular waterfalls and many great choices for scenic hiking, biking, kayaking, canoe- EMERGENCY HOSPITALS NUMBERS Carolyn Maves Memorial 911 Aspirus Ironwood Hospital: Gogebic County: N10561 Grand View Lane Ambulance - 906-932-4444 (Just off US 2 between Ironwood Fire - 906-667-0241 and Bessemer) Sheriff - 906-667-0203 Ironwood, Mich. 906-932-2525 Marenisco Township: or 906-229-5650 Police - 906-787-2300 Emergency - 906-932-6200 Ontonagon County: 24 Hour Physician Sheriff - 906-884-4901 Ambulance - Same Staffed Emergency Fire - Same Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital State Police: 601 S. 7th St. 906-224-9691 or 906-884-8000 1-800-525-5555 Emergency Room Facilities LOCAL CHURCHES Worship Services may vary by season - check locally. BERGLAND Calvary Baptist (Fundamental) - 906-575-3491 - Sunday, 11 A.M. EST St. Ann’s Catholic - 906-988-2310 - Sunday, 11 A.M. EST. Trinity Lutheran (Missouri) - 906-285-3452 - Sunday, 9 A.M. EST United Methodist - 906-988-2533 - Sunday, 11 A.M. EST MARENISCO St. Catherine Catholic - 906-787-2258 - Sunday, 8 A.M. EST Carolyn Maves, editor of the Lake Go- various titles and served on many different ONTONAGON gebic Times for many years, passed away committees. Snowmobilers appreciated her Assembly of God - 906-884-4622 unexpectedly on July 23, 2017. trail reports and many times she would sign Sunday, 10:45 A.M. and 6:30 P.M. EST She is survived by her husband, George off with “Please ride safe! That’s all for Baptist - 906-884-2453 - Sunday, 11 A.M. and 6 P.M. EST Maves, Merriweather; three sons, Josh now from Carolyn at the Hoop”. Carolyn (Amanda) Lopac, Bergland, Bryan Lopac, was deeply committed to the Lake Gogebic Holy Family Catholic - 906-884-2569 - Sunday, 9 A.M. EST and Saturday, 6 P.M. EST Marquette, and Chris (Angela) Lopac of community and continuously promoted the Ontonagon Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness Lake Mills, Wis .; as well as fi ve grandchil- beauty of the Lake Gogebic area. All who 906-884-5459 - Tuesday, 7:30 P.M. dren, Ava, Mason, Samuel, Augustine and lived in and visited the Lake Gogebic area and Sunday, 10 A.M. EST. Luciana Lopac; in addition to stepchildren, felt her generosity of spirit, and she taught Redeemer Free Lutheran - 906-884-4028 Susan (Marty) Swegle of Dixon, Sherry her descendants the importance of hospital- Sunday, 9 A.M. EST Ditzler of Polo, Ill., Scott (Chris) Maves of ity, community, and caring. She had a great St. Paul Lutheran (Missouri) - 906-884-4788 Dixon; and stepgrandchildren, Evan, Lau- attitude about life being 10% what happens Sunday, 10 A.M. EST and Wednesday 6:30 P.M. EST ren, Elizabeth, Katie, Jacob, Ethan and Jes- to me and 90% how I react to it! Siloa Lutheran (ELCA) - 906-884-2655 se. Carolyn is also survived by her sisters, Carolyn cherished her family above ev- Sunday, 9 A.M. EST Susan Hodkiewicz of Columbus, Wis., and erything. She enjoyed family reunions, hol- Tara Stephenson of Swarthmore, Pa .; in ad- idays and spending time together. Carolyn United Methodist - 906-884-4556 dition to her niece, Julia Ellefson; and her loved hosting friends and family, gardening Sunday, 9 A.M. EST nephews, Jonathan Hodkiewicz and Alex and preparing her delicious recipes for all WHITE PINE and Will Stephenson. to enjoy. Carolyn adored her grandchil- White Pine United Methodist - 906-885-5419 Carolyn and George and her three sons dren beyond what words can express and Sunday, 8:45 A.M. EST moved to the U.P in the fall of 1989 and be- the sight and sounds of her grandchildren St. Jude’s Catholic - 906-885-5763 came owners of the Hoop N Holler Tavern brought her great happiness and joy. Sunday, 11 A.M. EST on Lake Gogebic. For 28 years they wel- comed everyone with open arms and hearts! Fortunately, many of us have wonderful Carolyn was an active member of the memories of Carolyn, She was also a great A great tool to help visitors navigate around the western U.P. is the Lake Gogebic Chamber of Commerce and mentor. “Wilds of Michigan” app, which is available for smartphones. One Gogebic Area Grooming where she held She is truly missed… could basically plan their whole trip with this app. Everything from lodging, hiking, biking, visitor centers, waterfalls, Nordic skiing is included in the app. After selecting an activity in Information in this directory is gathered carefully and compiled in such a way as to ensure maxi- mum accuracy. The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce cannot, and does not, guarantee the the app, it will provide directions to the location. Plus, the correctness of all information furnished them, nor the complete absence of errors and omissions. greatest thing about it, is that it is free. Hence, no responsibility for same can be, nor is, assumed. www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 4 www.lakegogebicarea.com Lake Gogebic Times

CHAMBER MEMBER Welcome to Your National Forest! AREA RESTAURANTS

Antonio’s Restaurant (906) 575-3581 Located on M-28 in Bergland, at the junction of M-28 & M-64 Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Thurs. 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Fri.-Sun. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. (eastern time zone)

Fishtales Pub & Grub (906) 842-3366 Located along M-64 on the West Shore, approx. 7 miles south of M-28 (central time zone) - seasonal hours

Gogebic Lodge (906) 842-3321 Located along M-64 on the West Shore, approx. 11 miles south of M-28 Ottawa National Forest tained through a cooperative effort between Serving lunch (11 a.m. - 9 p.m.) dinner (5 p.m. - 9 p.m.) (central time The almost one million acres of the Ot- the Michigan Department of Natural Re- zone) tawa National Forest are located in the West- sources, numerous local snowmobile clubs, ern Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The forest and USDA Forest Service. extends from the south shore of Lake Supe- The Ottawa National Forest offers a win- Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern rior to the Wisconsin border. The area is rich ter wonderland for snowshoe enthusiasts. (906) 575-5555 in wildlife viewing opportunities; breathtak- Encompassing nearly one million acres, Located on the Northwest corner of Lake Gogebic ing views of rolling hills dotted with lakes, there is sure to be something for everyone Serving lunch and dinner (11 a.m. - 10 p.m./Sundays Noon - 9 p.m.) rivers and waterfalls; and spectacular fall on the beautiful snow-covered landscape. (eastern time zone) Pizzas available till closing colors. But you have to see it to believe it-- While there are no specifi c trails designated come visit the Ottawa! for snowshoeing, with a compass and map JW’s BBQ & Brew The Ottawa National Forest provides a a person can go virtually anywhere on the (906) 365-5BBQ wide variety of canoeing, kayaking, and Forest. Facebook: JW’s BBQ & Brew; Free WIFI boating experiences along with high quality No visit to the Ottawa National Forest is Located on Hwy. M-28 at the east end of Bergland warm and cold water fi shing opportunities. complete without visiting the Ottawa Visi- Serving lunch and dinner, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily (eastern time), The Ottawa encompasses over 500 lakes, tor Center in Watersmeet, Michigan! Here full bar and take-out available. 2000 miles of fi shable streams including 300 you will fi nd recreation information, maps, miles of National Wild and Scenic Rivers, and much more. The facility is packed with Come experience the only wood fi red BBQ in the area! and access to Lake Superior at Black River interpretive exhibits and animal mounts Harbor. explaining the Forest’s natural and cultural The Konteka Hiking trails on the Ottawa National For- history. They offer a large selection of edu- (906) 885-5170 est offer something for everyone. More than cational videos to be viewed in the audito- Located in White Pine at the Mineral Circle Plaza 196 miles of hiking and backpacking trails rium; Thursday Evening Programs through- Serving 8 a.m.-10 p.m./Pizza till 2 a.m. (eastern time zone) vary widely in character. Some provide short out the summer months; group conservation easy walks to points of interest, such as wa- education programs, upon advanced request; Root Cellar terfalls and historic sites. Cross-country as well as an interpretive nature trail. The (906) 842-3535 travel is also another challenging opportu- Visitor Center and interpretive trail are fully Located approx. 10 miles south of M-28 on East Shore Road nity that is offered. accessible, and no fees are charged for ad- Serving lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. (10 a.m. - 9 p.m.) and Sun. The Ottawa National Forest is known as mission to the Center, or to attend the inter- (11 a.m. - 9 p.m.) (central time zone) - seasonal hours waterfall country! Trails mark the way to pretive programming. many of the Ottawa’s waterfalls, but others Also located within the Center is the require the use of a map and a compass. Pack “Bear’s Den” sales outlet, operated jointly Rousseau Bar & Restaurant your camera and water bottle as you explore by the USDA-Forest Service and the Ottawa (906) 883-9952 the magnifi cent waterfalls of the Ottawa. Interpretive Association. The “Bear’s Den” 26137 Dishneau Rd., Mass City, MI, 49948 Visit these beautiful areas all year long! In offers many environmental books, Ottawa On snowmobile trail 12 the summer, fl ora and fauna adorn the shore- apparel, unique gifts and other nature-relat- “Its Never too Far to the Rousseau Bar!” line of the falls, and the plummeting winter ed items for purchase. Proceeds from these Open 11 a.m. - 2 a.m. (eastern time zone) 7 days a week! temperatures create an eerie wonderland of sales, after expenses, go back to the Ottawa All day Fish Fry every Friday ice and snow. National Forest in the form of grants for in- Saturday & Sunday - Steak Nite The Ottawa National Forest provides a terpretive projects around the Ottawa. variety of camping opportunities, including campground camping, wilderness camp- Available at the Ottawa Visitor Center: ing, and dispersed camping. The 22 camp- • Forest Information grounds of the Ottawa National Forest offer • Visitor/Recreation Information a wide spectrum of camping experiences. • Forest Product Permits (Please call All are accessible by road and most service ahead for availability of permits.) both tent and trailer campers. They are locat- • Interagency Passes ed near lakes or rivers and offer some fi shing opportunities. Join them weekly during the summer for The Ottawa National Forest works closely their Thursday Evening Program series, gen- with our partners and volunteers to offer a erally from late May through August. Thurs- variety of cross country skiing opportunities day evening programs feature a new topic on groomed trails. Whether you are an ex- each week and last approximately one hour. pert skier, or a beginner, you’re sure to fi nd Topics in the past have included wildlife, a favorite trail that lets you enjoy the great photography, history, weather, and forest outdoors all winter long. management. For more information about The Ottawa National Forest has over 2,300 news and events on the Ottawa National miles of Forest Service road and trail open to Forest, visit www.fs.usda.gov/ottawa. off-highway vehicles (OHVs). Free Motor Need to contact the Ottawa National For- Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs) are available est? to show what routes are open to highway le- • Forest Headquarters: 906-932-1330 gal vehicles, what routes are open to OHVs, • Bessemer Ranger District 906-932-1330 and what routes are open to all vehicles. The • Watersmeet/Iron River Ranger District: maps are available at our offi ces and on the 906-358-4551 DRIVING TIMES TO LAKE GOGEBIC Forest website. • Kenton Ranger District: 906-852-3500 There are approximately 450 miles of • Ontonagon Ranger District: 906-884- Approx. Approx. groomed snowmobile trails within the Ot- 2085 Minneapolis Area ...... 5 hours Chicago Area ...... 6 1/2 hours tawa National Forest. These trails are main- • Ottawa Visitor Center: 906-358-4724 Milwaukee ...... 5 hours Wausau ...... 2 hours Fox River Valley ...... 3 hours Detroit ...... 9-1/2 hours Visit News and Events Schedule at: Duluth • Superior ...... 2 hours Marquette ...... 2-1/2 hours Minocqua, WI ...... 1-1/2 hours Madison Area ...... 4-1/2 hours www.fs.usda.gov/ottawa www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 5 Lake Gogebic Times www.lakegogebicarea.com

Something For Everyone… Bring The Family Along Gogebic Community College, at a cost of $160.000 (equivalent of approxi- The Depot Park Museum ALPINE SKIING & Ironwood, MI. 906-932-3718 mately $2,000,000 today) 150 Lowell St, Ironwood, MI 49938 SNOWBOARDING Porcupine Mts. Wilderness Trails 1986 was the beginning of an extensive 906-932-0287 Porcupine Mountains State Park renovation program ongoing for 10 years. Visit us on Facebook Silver City, MI 906-885-5209 Some unique renovations include restora- A The Depot was constructed in 1892 www.mi.gov/porkies tion of the ceiling Proscenium mural and for the Milwaukee Lake Shore and Western Sylvania Wilderness Trails wall and beam decorations as well as the Railway and was active during the iron min- Watersmeet, MI. “Grand Old Lady”, the Barton Organ. Its ing boom days of the Gogebic Range which Sylvania Outfi tters, 906-358-4766 one of only six remaining operable original ended in 1966. The beautiful structure is www.sylvaniaoutfi tters.com installations, completely intact as it was on built of Lake Superior sandstone and red- Plus: kayaking, canoeing, 4 wheel bike opening night, June 1928 and is regularly brick in Richardson Romanesque style. This adventures. used for concert performances. magnifi cantly restored C&NW (Chicago Wolverine Ski Club Trails Historic Ironwood Theatre, a regional per- & NorthWestern) Railway Depot is now a Bessemer, MI. forming arts center, offers a wide array of museum featuring iron mining displays, rail- (Trek & Trail, Ironwood, MI) local and national entertainment throughout road memorabilia, Ironwood communities Adventure Mountain 906-932-0347 the year. and culture and region historical artifacts. Greenland, MI Theatre North The Ironwood Chamber of Commerce is 906-883-3208 825 N. Lake Road, Ironwood, MI 49938 also located here. The museum is open from Free skating, sledding, skiing & cross coun- SNOWTUBING 906-932-4371 Memorial Day through Labor Day, Monday try, snow boarding, snowshoeing, ice rink www.theatrenorth.org thru Saturday from 12-4pm (CT). Covington Recreation Area - Free and ski chalet. Wed. & Fri. 5-7, Sun. 1-4. Theatre North features performances by on M-28 Big Powderhorn Ski Resort the theatre in-house group and also sponsors Wakefi eld Historical Society Museum Mt. Zion, Vertical 622 ft. - 33 Runs children’s theatre workshops and produc- 306 Sunday Lake Street, P.O Box 1, Ironwood MI Bessemer, MI tions. Wakefi eld, MI 49968 Gogebic Community College, Ironwood 906-932-4838 or 1-800-501-SNOW Ontonagon Theatre of Performing Arts 906-224-1045 906-932-3718 or 906-932-5059 www.bigpowderhorn.net 311 N.Steel Street, Ontonagon, MI 49953 A true hometown museum, the displays Blackjack Ski Resort 906-884-2985 refl ect the humble lives of the families who Vertical 465 ft. - 26 Runs SLEIGH RIDES www.ontonagontheater.org built Wakefi eld from its beginning in 1883. Bessemer, MI Events March-December The two fl oors of exhibits depict families 906-364-1058 Tickets: 906-884-2313 arriving in Wakefi eld shortly thereafter, the www.blackjacklodging.com The Ontonagon Theatre is located on the beginning of extensive mining operations, Indianhead Mt. Ski Resort second fl oor of the Ontonagon Township and the fi rst school classes being conducted Vertical 638 ft. - 30 Runs Memorial Building. Memorial Building. in the railroad’s section house. Much of the Wakefi eld, MI museum’s space is dedicated to the diffi cult 1-800-364-3426 work of the miners and loggers, who sup- www.indianheadmtn.com MUSEUMS ported those families and accelerated the Keweenaw Area town’s growth. Bergland Matchwood Museum www.keweenaw.info Attractions include a classroom display, & Heritage Center Mount Ripley, Mount Bohemia general store, and mining exhibits. The so- Hwy M28, Bergland, MI 49910 Mt. Zion Ski Recreation at ciety’s collections include artifacts of local www.berglandmuseum.com Gogebic Community College interest dating from 1884. Barber Road Stables The Bergland Matchwood Historical Soci- Vertical 300 ft. The museum building was completed in Horse Drawn Hay, Sleigh, Wagon Rides ety’s Museum & Heritage Center is located Ironwood, MI 1887, immediately serving as the fi rst doc- E.R. “Bob” Johnson in the historic Ranger Station, one of the fi rst 906-932-3718 tor’s home, offi ce and hospital. The dangers N9486 S. Barber Road administrative offi ce buildings for the Ottawa www.skisite.com of living in this early northern frontier pro- Bessemer, MI 49911 National Forest that the Civilian Conserva- Porcupine Mt. Wilderness State Park vided daily excitement to the tiny clinic, not 906-663-0080 or 612-709-4585 tion Corps (CCC) built in 1036. The mu- Ski Area always with the happiest endings. www.barberroadstables.com seum is part of the Western Upper Peninsula 412 S. Boundary Rd., Silver City, MI Many believe that the spirits of some of Reservations required. Heritage Trail and the buildings comprise the 906-885-5209 those who passed there still reside in the Bergland Administrative Site, which is listed www.porkiesfun.com 130-year-old building. Led by a professional on the National Register of Historic Places. A paranormal investigator, occasional ghost Forest Service Museum is located in the for- watches are open to the public, typically on CROSS-COUNTRY mer ranger station. In 2002 the Heritage and mid-summer and autumn Friday evenings. Cultural friends had opened a Visitor Center Open Late June - Early September, Tues- (NORDIC) SKIING in the offi ce of the old Bergland Ranger Sta- day - Saturday, 1-4 pm(CT). CINEMA tion. The Ottawa National Forest later offered ABR Trails the use of the Ranger house to the Historical Ontonagon County Historical Society Ironwood, MI Cloverland Cinema Society for their museum, which opened in Museum Eric Anderson, Ironwood 906-932-3502 932 E. Cloverland Drive, Ironwood, MI August 2009. 422 River St, P.O. Box 92, www.michiweb.com/abrski 906-932-4424 The main room is dedicated to the town Ontonagon, MI 49953 Bear Track Back Country founder, Gunlik Bergland, and his family 906-884-6165 Ironwood, MI with personal items, furniture, etc. It also www.ontonagonmuseum.org Bear Track Cabins, CASINOS highlights the logging era that Bergland was The Historical Society owns and operates Black River Harbor, Ironwood, MI built upon. One room has been turned into the Museum in downtown Ontonagon. This 906-932-2144 Northern Waters Casino Resort a schoolroom while another showcases the may be one of the best small-town muse- Bergland Ski Trails (Lac Vieux Desert Casino) military men and women. An upstairs room ums you’ll ever see. There are thousands Bergland, MI Watersmeet, MI is dedicated to the copper mining that took of fascinating artifacts that speak volumes Melissa Simpson, 906-932-1330 Ext. 511 www.lvdcasino.com place along the Old Norwich trail,as well of the shipping, mining and logging eras, Old Grade Ski Trail at Courtney Lake Ojibwa Casino as old farm tools and equipment and pho- all local history displays with photographs, *Find trail maps at www.fs.fed/r9/ottawa Baraga, MI tos of farms long past. The other upstairs reading room, genealogy research and gift Black River Trails 906-353-6333 room showcases Bergland and Matchwood shop. Housed here also is a replica of the Ironwood, MI area sports history. The Historical Society is Ontonagon Boulder, a 3,708 pound copper Black River Lodge, Black River Rd. restoring Bergland’s fi rst fi refi ghting appara- mass that sparked a copper rush in the Up- Ironwood, MI 906-932-3857 GOLF COURSES tus, a hand-drawn pumper wagon. They are per Peninsula in the mid-1800s. The origi- Keweenaw Area also creating two jail cells in the basement nal boulder is at the Smithsonian Institution Gogebic Country Club www.keweenaw.info using Bergland’s original jail house doors. in Washington D.C. Country Club Road, Ironwood, MI. Mt. Bohemia Trails, Swedetown Trails, The gift shop has t-shirts, local crafts and Open 10-5, Mon-Sat. (Winter hours in 906-932-2515. Open to public, food, Keweenaw Snowshoe Trails, Chassell books by local authors. effect January-April, Fri-Sat. 11:00-4:00 18 holes, pro shop. Classic Trails, Copper Harbor Pathway, Area information, a walking trail, native EST). Lighthouse Tours are given twice a Ontonagon Golf Club Eagle Harbor Ski Trail, Twin Lakes State plant garden and picnic tables are available. day during the summer. On Parker Avenue, Ontonagon, MI, Park Trails, Maasto Hiihto/Churning Each year the Friends group host a commu- “When you visit our museum, you may 906-884-4130. 9 hole golf course. Rapids, snowbiking, Nara Nature Park, nity event, showcasing area history, fl ora come as a stranger, but you will leave as a Open to public, bar and fast food. hiking & biking and fauna, recreation opportunities and local friend.” Lake Gogebic State Park Boulder Creek Golf Course artisans. N11868 Heron Lane, Ironwood, MI West Shore Lake Gogebic - M-64 The season starts Memorial Day and Old Victoria Restoration Site 906-932-9066. 9 holes, driving range 906-842-3341 closed the end of September. Open Wed- Victoria Dam Road, PO Box 43, and pub. Mt. Zion Thurs-Fri, noon to 4pm (et), or by appoint- Rockland, MI 49960 Northern Waters Golf Course Ironwood, MI ment. 906-575-3923. 906-884-4735 or 906-886-2617 U.S. 45 - rear of casino, Watersmeet, MI. Visit us on Facebook 906-358-0303 or 358-4226 ext. 362. 18 Rockland Township Historical Museum The historic town of Victoria was built in holes, pro shop and lounge. Call for T-time. 40 National Ave, P.O. Box 296, 1899 by the Victoria Copper Mining Com- Rockland, MI 49960 pany, which operated until 1921. Once a THE ARTS 906-886-2821 or 906-886-2645 thriving mining town with 70 homes, Old [email protected] Victoria now offers visitors a unique look at Historic Ironwood Theatre The Rockland Twp. Historical Museum is copper mining history. Its isolated setting 109 East Aurora Street, Ironwood dedicated to the history of Rockland Town- helps to create an appreciation for the harsh 906-932-0618 ship’s people, copper mines, businesses, and conditions and many trials faced by miners www.ironwoodtheatre.net fi rst telephone system in the state of Michi- and their families. The Ironwood Theatre, with an original gan. Its collections include photographs, This cooperating site of the Keweenaw seating capacity of about 1200, was built as newspapers, documents, and artifacts relat- National Historical Park is open for tours a vaudeville/silent movie house in 1928 un- ing to mining farming, military, schools, and from 10am-5pm (ET) daily from Memorial der the direction of architect Albert Nelson household goods. Day weekend through mid October, with off-season tours available by appointment. www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 6 www.lakegogebicarea.com Lake Gogebic Times

Lake Gogebic Area Calendar of Events for 2018

January 6 & 7 Snowmobile Olympus, vintage & professional snowmobile races at June 16 Walleye’s For Tomorrow Fundraiser Benefi t at the Gogebic Lodge. Gogebic Fair Ground in Ironwood. Contact 906-364-1845 or Call 906-842-3321 for details. www.ironwoodsnowmobileolympus.com June 17 Father’s Day – Steak Specials at The Konteka. 906-885-5170 January 8 MI-TRALE meets the 1st Monday of each month. www.mi-trale.org. June 21 Porcupine Mountain Folk School Summer Solstice Celebration, January 13 &27 Old Fashioned Lantern-Lit Skiing & Snowshoeing at Porcupine featuring a Finnish dancing program, bonfi re, music & refreshments. Mountain State Park 6-9pm (et) One mile loop w/hot refreshments & For more info: www.porkies.org campfi re at warming shelter. Call 906-885-5275 or www.mi.gov/porkies. June 30 33rd Annual Tour da Lake Bicycle Tour around Lake Gogebic. January-March Open ice-skating Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 6:30-8:30pm For info & registration: 906-932-3332 or www.hobbywheel.com Wednesday from 1-3pm at Pat O’Donnell Civic Center, Ironwood. June 27-July 4 Bessemer Blast Festival – a week long party! www.bessemer4th.com For more info, call 906-932-0602. June 24 Annual Michigan Log Cabin Day at “Old Victoria” in Rockland. January-March Fri, Sat, & Sunday - Breakfast Buffet at the Gogebic Lodge June 30 Gogebic Lodge – Fireworks and live music. www.gogebiclodge.com From 8 -11am (ct). 906-842-3321 July 3 Wakefi eld Fireworks around the lake at dusk. Parade July 4, 1pm (ct) January-December 2nd Friday of each month “Seafood Buffet” at The Konteka. July 4 Hoop‘N Holler 16th Annual Cardboard Boat Race at 2pm (edt). Every Sunday - Breakfast Buffet from 9am-1pm (et). 906-885-5170 For kids and adults. Call 906-575-5555 for details. January-December Every Friday 11am-close (et) - All day Fish Fry at the Rousseau Bar in July ? Celebration w/fi reworks at the Konteka inWhite Pine. Mass City. Parade at 1:00pm & games at Recreation Center. “Its Never too Far to the Rousseau Bar”! 906-883-9952 www.thekonteka.com January-December Historic Ironwood Theatre coming attractions & theatre tours. July 14 Live Lobster Boil at Gogebic Lodge. Reservations 906-842-3321. www.ironwoodtheatre.net or 906-932-0618. July 18-21 Festival Ironwood. Facebook/Festival Ironwood January-December Ottawa National Forest Visitor Center in Watersmeet. July 28 Gogebic Lodge Pavilion Party, Call 906-842-3321 for reservations. Services: Interpretive programs, sales items, hiking trail, nature www.gogebiclodge.com fi lms, info & permits. June-September, open daily 9am-5pm (ct). July 27-29 Ontonagon County Fair. Exhibits, Stock cars, Horse show, Kids games, October-May, open Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm (ct) Antique Tractor Show, Concessions. Gate opens at 10am (ET). Check events schedule: www.fs.fed.us/r9/ottawa. or 906-358-4724. August 11 Gogebic Miners Football Steak-Out Fundraiser Dinner at Gogebic February (TBA) Lantern-Lit Skiing & Snowshoeing at Porcupine Mt State Park. Lodge with music. Call 906-842-3321. One mile loop w/hot refreshments & campfi re at warming shelter. August 12 Lake Gogebic Fire Dept 28th Annual Chicken Dinner sponsored by Feb. 8-11 Ontonagon Valley Sportsman’s Club 13th Annual Predator Round-Up. Lake Gogebic Firefl ies Auxiliary. 12-6pm (CT). Serving 12-3pm $2000 in cash prizes awarded. West Shore Fire Station on M-64. Call Kathy at 842-3638 for info. For info contact Pete Heidemann at 906-988-2233 August 19 Annual Old Victoria Craft Fair from 10am-5pm (et). Handmade February 10-19 The 10th annual TAKE A FRIEND SNOWMOBILING WEEK art and crafts, music, games. Find us on Facebook. Visit www.gosnowmobiling.org August 9-12 Gogebic County Fair in Ironwood www.gogebiccountyfair.com February 10 Gogebic Lodge “Moon Shine Radar Run” August 24-26 Porcupine Mountains Music Fest www.porkiesfestival.org February 11 Gogebic Lodge “Super Bowl Party” August 25 “Jimmy Buffett, Margaritaville Party” at the Gogebic Lodge. February 14 Valentine’s Day Dinner in White Pine. Call 906-842-3321 for details. Reservations: 906-885-5170 Aug. 31-Sept. 3 Ontonagon Labor Day Celebration - February 17&18 Michigan FREE fi shing weekend – No license required. Friday: Free Family Picnic and Community Dance w/Borderline 9-12pm February 24 Snowburst Winter Carnival at Porcupine Mt Wilderness State Park Saturday: 9am Laborfest Auto Show, 9am-4pm Maxwell Street Day sales Beginning at 12pm(et). Including ski & snowshoe races, children’s Sunday: 10am Aspirus 10k & 5k run & 2:00pm -Festival Parade activities, music, torchlight parade and fi reworks. www.porkies.org. Monday: 1:00pm – Kiddy’s Parade March-December Ontonagon Theater of Performing Arts Sept. 7 & 8 Lake Gogebic Area Chamber Sponsored 41th Annual Fall Walleye For schedule: www.ontonagontheater.org or 906-884-2985 Tournament. Info at www.lakegogebicarea.com. March 3 35th Annual Ice Fishing Derby at the Gogebic Lodge on the west September 8 18th Annual OVSC Annual Turkey Shoot at Sucker Creek Range shore of Lake Gogebic. Over $3000 in prizes! Tournament open on the in Paulding. whole lake. Details: 906-842-3321 or www.gogebiclodge.com. September 10 Opening of Black Bear Season. March 3 “Camp Josh” Sportsman/Fisherman Banquet at The Konteka. September 15 Opening of Ruffl ed Grouse and Small Game Season. Ends Nov 14. Call 906-885-5170 or Pete at 906-988-2233 for details. Opens again Dec 1 - Jan 1 March 9 & 10 13th Annual “Hog-A-Thon” Perch Fishing Tournament (1 day). September 16-22 Michigan Trails Week. Maple Ridge Motel in Bergland (pre-fi sh March 9). Sept. 15 – 30 Chair Lift Color Tours at the Porcupine Mt. Wilderness State Park Additional womens and kids division. Sat. & Sun. From 12-7pm (et). Gift shop & concessions open. Call 906-365-5050 or 575-3545 September 22-23 Youth & Disabled Veterans Deer Hunting. Check it out on: www.mapleridgemotel.com September 27 MI-TRALE Annual Senior Citizen Fall Color OHV Tour April ICE OUT – Lake Gogebic & Lake Superior. View Mother Nature at her www.mi-trale.org - for details. best! Bring your camera and await the thunderous sounds of large ice bergs September 26-30 Bessemer 40th Annual “Pumpkin Festival” breaking up & moving out into Lake Superior. www.bessemerpumpkinfest.com April 1 New fi shing license required for 2018. September 21-22 41st Annual Log Jamboree in Ewen. Friday,10-3 (et) craft sale/luncheon April-November Hoop‘N Holler Tavern’s return of Sea Salt Wings Special every & Log Jam Variety Show at E-TC School – 7pm.(tentative) weekend through November. Call (906) 575-5555 for details Saturday 11am Parade. Kids games. Dance at 8:00pm (et) April Classes begin at the Porcupine Mountain Folk School. October 1 Opening Day of Deer Bow & Arrow Season. Check schedule at www.porkies.org/folk-school October 6 Lobster Boil at Gogebic Lodge. Call 906-842-3321 for reservations. April 14 ICE OUT/SPRING BREAK UP PARTY at the Gogebic Lodge October 12 OVSC 20th Annual Sportsmen’s Unlimited Banquet at 6:00pm April 1 Easter Buffet at the Gogebic Lodge on Lake Gogebic Twilly’s Bar & Grill in Bruce Crossing. For membership info April 1 Easter Buffet at the Konteka in White Pine. Contact Steve Worachek at 906-988-2410. April 29 Trout Season opens. October 19-21 Ontonagon Valley Sportsman Club Youth Predator Hunt. April “Ducks Unlimited” Banquet at the Konteka. For youth ages 8-17, w/legal hunting guardian Call 906-885-5170 thekonteka.com Registration forms available Oct 1 at Paulding General Store, May 5 Ontonagon Valley Sportsman’s Club Smelt Fry at Twilly’s Sports Bar Settlers Co-op, Ewen Gas Mart. May 5 “Bowling For the Cure” Tournament at The Konteka, White Pine. November 3 Aspirus Ironwood Hospital Holiday Bazaar. For info, call 906-885-5170 or www.thekonteka.com November 15 Opening day of Firearm Deer Season. May 12 10th Annual Women’s Expo 10am-2pm at The Konteka Nov. 14-Jan. 27 Jack Frost Festival in Ironwood. Find us on Facebook. with Fashion Show at 2:30pm. Call 906-885-5170 or November 17 10th Annual Christmas Bazaar at Ewen/Trout Creek School-10-3pm www.thekonteka.com November 24 10th Annual Craft Show at The Konteka in White Pine – 10-2pm May 13 Mother’s Day Buffet at The Konteka. Call 906-885-5170 December 1 Opening of Upper Peninsula Snowmobile Trails. May 13 Mother’s Day Seafood Buffet at The Gogebic Lodge. December 1 Jack Frost Festival of Lights Parade at 6:00pm (ct) downtown Ironwood. Call 906-842-3321. Gingerbread house display, Gogebic Range Concert Band at the Historic May 15 Opening of Walleye & Northern Fishing Season begins. Ironwood Theatre. Facebook.com May thru October 14. www.lakegogebicarea.com December 1 Opening day of Muzzleloading Season May 19 (tentative) Algomah Acres Honey Farm Arts & Starts Festival 11am-3pm. Nov. 30, Dec.1, 2 “Hometown Christmas” in Ontonagon. Parade, community tree Honey & Hive products, honey wine, art, music. 906-883-3894. trimming, Mule drawn wagon rides, light tours, dance, crafts, fi reworks. www.algomahacreshoney.com. (611 Plank Rd, Greenland). 906-884-4837 or [email protected] May 26 Opening of Smallmouth Bass Season. December 4 29th Annual Tree of Love lighting ceremony, 6:30pm (ct) at May 26 Opening of U.P Made Artist Market in Covington. Aspirus Ironwood Hospital. Open Thurs.-Sat. 11am-4pm. Collection of art, antiques, crafts, Call 906-932-7627 to purchase light in memory of loved one. collectables. www.upmadeartistmarket.com - shop online also. December “Christmas at the Crossing” at Settler’s Depot Gallery in Bruce Crossing May 26 Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park – Interpretive Activities begin – 10am-4pm(et). Free picture w/Santa along w/treat fromSanta! Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day. Crafts and lunch. Call 906-885-5275 for list of events or www.mi.gov/porkies. December Christmas Music Concert at Ontonagon Theater of Performing Arts May 28 Opening of Bergland Historical Museum. Traditional and Contemporary Music. Hours: Weds-Fri. - noon to 4pm (et). Check date - www.ontonagontheater.org. June-September Stock Car Racing at Adventure Mountain Speedway in Greenland December 24 Celebrate Christmas Eve at The Konteka. Call 906-885-5170 Every other Friday evening Check Facebook: AdventureMountainRacing Christmas Day Celebrate at The Konteka. Bowling and limited menu June-August Geocaching, Archery, Agate Hunting, Outdoor Cooking. December 29 Old Fashioned Lantern-Lit Skiing & Snowshoeing at Porcupine Porcupine Wilderness State Park. Mountain State Park. One mile loop w/hot refreshments &campfi re at Call PW State Park at 906-885-5206 for scheduled times. warming shelter. For schedule, call 906-885-5275 or www.mi.gov/porkies www.mi.gov/porkies December 31 New Year’s Eve Party – Hoop ‘N Holler – Eastern Time Zone June 9&10 Michigan FREE fi shing weekend – No license required. December 31 New Year’s Eve Party – The Konteka in White Pine – Eastern Time Zone. June 9&10 Upper Peninsula ORV Trails FREE Riding Weekend. Special Menu, bowling, entertainment, fun & games! June 9 “Old Victoria” in Rockland opens for season 11am-5pm (et) daily. December 31 New Year’s Eve – Rousseau Bar, Mass City – Eastern Time Zone. Check Facebook for schedule. December 31 New Year’s Eve – JW’s BBQ & Brew in Bergland – Eastern Time Zone June 9 Annual S.P.O.R.T. Ride sponsored by DNR & MI-TRALE December 31 New Year’s Eve – Fishtales – Central Time Zone. Check www.mi-trale.org for info. December 31 New Year’s Eve Party – Gogebic Lodge – Central Time Zone. June 9 Lake Gogebic Firefl ies All-Lake Garage Sale 8am-2pm (ct) Music by TNT Entertainment. Contact: 906-842-3638 and email [email protected]. We are always December 31 New Year’s Eve Party – Root Cellar – Central Time Zone looking for new members on the lake and the surrounding area. www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 7 Lake Gogebic Times www.lakegogebicarea.com Protecting Lake Gogebic Whether you grew up on Lake Gogebic, Kauranen (top), Pat and Stan Wontor (center) moved here, vacationed or just visited, you and Carol VanDonsel (right, seated) and Nan- realize it is someplace very special. It of- cy Miskovich (standing). They are working to fers much; beautiful vistas, fabulous fi shing keep invasive species from being brought in (spring, summer and winter), snowmobiling on boats and equipment. And they will wash and a peace that provides respite from a busy, your boat when you leave if you’re going to weary world. another body of water. They can’t be there all Did you know there is an organization that the time, so if you want to know what you can is working solely for the benefi t of Lake Go- do, you can fi nd plenty of information on the gebic? The Lake Gogebic Improvement Asso- internet. Search for Clean Boats, Clean Wa- ciation is improving and maintaining its health ters, Michigan and you will fi nd a wealth of and wellbeing. Established in 1976, the LGIA information. has a primary focus to keep the lake in great Fish cribs are provided to improve the habi- shape, along with the land surrounding it. tat for walleye, perch and bass. In recent years the LGIA has become an activist group regarding the things that can threaten Lake Gogebic. We are engaged in a number of projects and programs, including the boat washing, invasive species monitoring & control, water quality monitoring, represen- tation on MDNR Citizens Advisory Council, U.S. Forest Service to control Buckthorn on active involvement in fi shery discussions and the west shore on Lake Gogebic near Ontona- regulatory changes, interaction with nation- gon County Park. the lake thrive. A late summer picnic is held ally recognized White Water Associates to Purple Loosestrife is another invasive plant each year at Gogebic County Park, along with develop the Lake Gogebic Adaptive Manage- on our lake and the LGIA is working with the an October dinner to give members an oppor- ment Plan, and a lake wide vegetation map- U.S.Forest Service to contain its spread, using tunity to meet and establish relationships. We ping project. LGIA interacts with local, state beetles. are always looking for new members to join and federal agencies as needed; such as Ber- The Lake Gogebic Improvement Associa- our cause. The only requirement is to love gland Township, the Michigan DNR and DEQ tion does so many things, including involve- Lake Gogebic and have a genuine concern for and the U.S. Forest Service. ment in the Adopt a Highway Project for the its welfare. state of Michigan on M64. If you are a new Remember, the sole purpose of the Lake resident and would like to join The Lake As- Gogebic Improvement Association is to main- sociation, please contact Phil Wirtanen 906- tain and improve the quality of the lake. 575-3520 (email [email protected]), Carol D’Alberto 906-842-3525 (email gogebic@ Check out our website: First, the alphacomm.net or Kathy Lowery 906-842- http://lakegogebicia.com/ Clean Boats, 3638 (email [email protected]). Dues are Clean Waters $15.00 annually or $40.00 for three years. We Use Facebook? Check out and like our project is work- also welcome seasonal residents and those page, Protecting Lake Gogebic. ing through the who don’t live on the lake, but still want to see late spring to the late sum- mer season to This year, something new. Three loon nest educate boaters platforms were created and placed in the riv- Vacation Rental Home about the threats ers feeding into Lake Gogebic. Two were to our water placed in the Merriweather Creek to the north Secluded 4-Season Lakeside Get-Away body by aquatic and one in the Slate river at the southern end. and plant species. You may have met one of Please do not disturb these platforms. If you these people who have worked the E. Shore love loons and want them to thrive on Lake Landing, Bergland Dock with its boat washer Gogebic, the efforts of the LGIA will pay off. and Gogebic State and County Park. Gene In October, a number of volunteers joined

MEMBERSHIP FORM Fill out the following form and make your check payable to: Lake Gogebic Improvement Association, Inc.  Daily or Weekly Rentals Mail form and check to: Lake Gogebic Improvement Association, Inc., K Accommodations for 2-10 People P.O. Box #75, Bergland, MI 49910 K 3+ Bedrooms K 2 Bathrooms We thank you in advance for supporting LGIA. K Fully Equipped Kitchen Fieldstone Wood-Burning Fireplace One Year Membership: $15.00 Three Year Membership: $40.00 K KTelephone Membership dues are due at joining & on July 1st of following year K Private “L” Shaped Dock K Satellite TV Name Mailing Address City, State & Zip Telephone Email Lake Address Includes: K Linens And Towels City, State & Zip K Free Wireless Internet K Ample Supply Of Firewood Lake Telephone K PRIVACY on 800+ ft of frontage Part time lake resident Contact: Full time lake resident Holly Michelli (906) 842-3238 Who qualifi es for membership? Anyone who has an interest in Lake Gogebic. Membership is not limited to property owners on the lake, everyone is welcome. You may be a part Pets allowed with prior arrangement time resident of the lake, a camper that spends his summer at one of our beautiful campgrounds, live in the surrounding area, come to fi sh, swim, hunt, canoe, kayak, hike, bike, snowmobile, ski Visit us on the web for numerous photos, availability calendar or just relax at a friends. and more infromation at: All are welcome to JOIN! www.northernreÁ ectionsonlakegogebic.com www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 8 www.lakegogebicarea.com Lake Gogebic Times A NORTHWOODS PERSPECTIVE By Hetty Gray, nailed to a tree in the woods or if their instincts Lake Gogebic, Michigan take over at precisely the right time. In any event, there is not a deer to be seen on opening The Northwoods beckon… Spring brings day. You fi gure it out. I can’t. An avid sup- forth blossoms and babies. Verdant green, porter of the sport, I do not hunt myself. How- sprig by sprig, colors the clearings and climbs ever, my husband and I enjoy venison given to up gentle slopes to drape over the darkened us by friends. It is more than tasty! mushy mat of leaves composted by nature be- With deer season comes the prospect of neath the last of winter’s deep mantle of snow. bear season. Few people realize the draw Lake Gogebic’s water, long hidden beneath that bear hunting exacts on hunters. Men or deep ice, moves with the wind. Whitecaps women, they prize the sought-after bear tags signal the return of seagulls that have fl own given out in controlled numbers. Bear season south from Lake Superior. The shoreline re- is not a sport for the faint of heart. Patiently sounds, fi rst with soft laps, and then with the In the woods, just yards from the edge of waiting in tree stands in weather that would crash of persistent breakers bearing driftwood the lake, trails open to ATVs. Folks who test Atlas, these hardy souls outlast even the to the delight of area woodworkers and craft- spend their working lives working in cramped burliest bragger so common in local haunts. ers. cubicles, plying huge trucks along America’s Stories abound in the bars, not but all of them Humans are drawn to the water like moths highways, laboring in factories, holding sway are true! Truth be known, it takes stamina to fl ame. Few words or phrases can fully ex- in classrooms or traveling in sales take a break and real skill to successfully hunt black bear. plain the symbiotic relationship between man to bask in nature’s glory. While hikers avoid Bear hunting is not a sport to be threatened by and water. Perhaps it roots in the fact that the the soggy turf and wait for dryer conditions, those against hunting in any form. It is widely percentage of water in the human body ranges four-wheelers and side-by-sides dash along known that a male bear will kill cubs to get to from 50-75%. Yet, my take is different My the trails with abandon. Makes you wonder a female. Keeping the population in balance take is that water sustains life. Without it in if this activity awakens childhood memories with hunting works to the benefi t of the spe- abundance, man perishes. of running barefoot in mud puddles on the cies as a whole. farm or running into the gutter --- shoes off Bear meat is dark in color compared to --- in clean socks. We did pose a challenge for venison. Sweet in fl avor, bear meat does not Mom’s laundry, didn’t we? appeal to everyone, but it makes an excellent Fishing and boating reign afl oat, but it’s roast or savory stew. Bear hunters enjoy both hard to beat a good book in the shade. Camp- bow and gun seasons. Brilliant orange is the site or cabin, porch or picnic table, it matters fashion statement of hunters and one is hard not. Reading comforts the mind and soothes pressed to spot a designer name anywhere, the soul. even under a jacket. Camoufl age and orange Resorts and local eateries augment fi re pit rule the day. Bit by bit, ice gives way to fl owing water…. and stove for both locals and tourists. Even Hunting and gathering predate farming, so Taking an ages-old journey, rivulets rush to- avid RVers love nothing more than to take it should not be surprising that what began as ward the huge inland lake. Wildlife stirs, liv- in area fl avor. It is the icing on the cake for a survival mechanism evolved into a popular ing up to its name. Bears, waking from a win- campers. Hospitality is endemic to “Yoopers” sport. For countless Americans, hunting is the ter’s hibernation shake off the dregs of their Beginning with Opening Day of Walleye and the welcome mat is out with enthusiasm “be all, end all.” Yet time rules and so, just as slumber to venture out of cozy dens. Cubs Season, fi shing boats dot the lake. Whether and sincerity. New visitors soon learn that it began, hunting season ends. catch their fi rst glimpses of what will be their a simple johnboat or well-rigged craft piloted “pasties” are a menu item and not body orna- With that segment of outdoor entertainment world. Eyes wide, noses keen, they follow by a guide, one goal rules. It stands to reason ments! behind them, adventuresome folks across their mothers. Despite her urgings, the little why this hobby is called fi shing and not catch- A lot is said about UP weather. My favorite Middle America fi nd themselves spending ones still fi nd time to romp and roll with one ing! is that we have four seasons here: June, July, more and more time in garages and barns. another. Characteristically shy, the mothers The lure of the catch brings with it the sol- August and winter! Humorous for sure, but it Wrenches and screwdrivers at the ready, these and cubs keep to the woods and seldom range ace of time alone… time spent quietly waiting also contains a pretty good-sized grain of salt. afi cionados immerse themselves to ready their too far from the shady glades they call home. for that hit… that bite… that prize fi sh to hang After all, snow may be in evidence anytime “sleds” for winter. No --- not a sled like San- on the wall… bragging rights to eclipse any between September and May. Temperatures ta’s. By the time these mechanized beauties ordinary “fi sh story”…. Hope springs eternal may drop to near freezing even in early sum- on tracks hit the trails, Santa is snuggled up as fi shermen solve world problems and dis- mer, so the wardrobe byword is akin to the alongside Mrs. Claus at the North Pole busily cuss the merits of this bait or that plug. After Boy Scouts. Be prepared! I can remember planning for yet another marathon trip on the all, the right equipment is everything. Or is it? the summer of 1991 when we plied the waters next Christmas Eve. Luck? Maybe. of Lake Gogebic wearing snowmobile suits. A world away from the demands of the Mindful of the rather bizarre description, each workplace, fi shing offers more than a respite of Gogebic’s seasons brings with it a delight- from labor. Fishing provides adults, regard- ful change of fl ora and fauna. less of gender, a teaching opportunity. While With August comes the realization that the fi shing does not feature the fast-paced action weather is changing. Familiar cool evening of a video game, nothing tops the excitement breezes give way to nippy afternoons and the Among the deer, fawns totter forth on spin- of the contest between a determined fi sherman more than occasional gust of wind that bodes dly legs. Does, aware of predators, keep their and a fi sh fi ghting against the hook. Patience what is to come. Fire pit parties feature more young close by. Occasionally, a spotted fawn earns its moniker. Patience is its own reward. winter coats than sweatshirts, but it is hard lies very still, carefully hidden by its mother. I wish more people would introduce their chil- to give up such a great way to gather with She must forage for food. dren to fi shing. friends. We hold out longer than most…. Fishing has a history in America. Willie Aspen and maple shed their leaves and the Robertson of “Duck Dynasty” fame recently crisp rustle of dry leaves gnash beneath the The trail, obscured by fi rst deep snowfall released a great book titled The American feet of hikers still taking in the scenery. With --- hopefully held stable by fi rm, frozen base Fisherman. A great read for all ages, it ex- Labor Day, school resumes --- at least until the and lighter, earlier snows --- feels the grip plores the fi shing habits and hobbies of many fi rst day of deer season. I remember my shock of rubber treads and the occasional studs as famous Americans beginning in the Colonial the fi rst time I heard that there was no school snowmobiles transport their riders through a period. As Robertson puts it, “American his- on opening day. That goes to highlight the winter wonderland. Graceful limbs, inches tory is one incredible fi shing tale….” An au- cultural divide between Upper Michigan and deep in soft snow bend low above the trails, thor myself, I highly recommend it! the rural Midwest. Although dumbfounding to their arches mesmerizing those lucky enough Among the latest additions to watercraft me, this hunting day is an annual occurrence. to glimpse them. First-time riders cannot see on Lake Gogebic are the jet skis. Restricted Deer graze along UP roadsides all summer. enough, often slowing their pace to take in to waters a good distance from shore, these Likened to Parisian drivers whose cars and what might be around the next turn. That is a nimble craft skip along swiftly --- throwing taxis look as if they have been to war, many good thing, for safety comes fi rst. A parade of skunks scampers across a clear- rooster tails behind them to the delight of their a Yooper boasts a fender dent, a missing grill Yes, watching the trail is the number one ing. Dressed in black and white, their formal riders. It isn’t unusual to hear shrieks of glee or crunched quarter panel after an unexpected --- not for scenery but for oncoming traffi c. attire masques a trait that stops any attacker if as teenagers streak by. encounter with a deer in the road. I remem- Serious, fast riders are oblivious to the glory confronted. Speedboats revel in the expanse of Lake ber one line from “The Blue Collar Comedy through which they ride. They have a need High above the canopy of fi ne and hard- Gogebic. Its sheer size affords many levels of Tour,” when Ron White makes fun of the oth- for speed, so ride with care. Be alert. It pays. woods, eagles soar. They scan the roadsides enjoyment, from leisurely pontoon cruises to er guys who hunt. He said he didn’t need to For the rest of us who ride leisurely, the oc- for a meal, but they must be extremely care- a fast boat planed off to scoot across the water wait for hours in a cold tree stand to get a deer. casional overlook yields awe-inspiring views. ful. Taking to the air is not a quick process, at speeds close to those of cars moving along All he had to do was drive 60 miles an hour on Small, and often off-the-beaten-path inns and and moving vehicles appear suddenly. A car M64 as it parallels the west shore. the road and blow his horn. In no time, a deer cafes are welcome sights after miles of trail or truck is unforgiving… deadly…. All those mental images aside, few sights would jump right out in front of him! Could riding --- not to mention the good food! The shrill calls of ravens fi nd an unexpected surpass the beauty of a graceful sailboat, its be. It happens…. Hot chocolate, alongside hearty meals fea- balance with the soft voices of smaller birds. fabric billowing and an American fl ag fl ying What mystifi es me is that we see deer regu- turing enough fuel for a logger or a miner, Then, another sound --- the unmistakable whir aft. Conjures up the halcyon days of romance, larly --- until the opening day of deer season. offers up a tempting aroma. Good conversa- of hummingbirds. doesn’t it? I haven’t fi gured out if they have a calendar tion peppers the cozy atmosphere where game www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 9 Lake Gogebic Times www.lakegogebicarea.com mounts and logging tools line the walls. Mas- cuss those strange bipedal creatures they spy box atop a boat, but we have a harder time hid- them. Humans hunt. Animals evade. terpieces? You bet! Nothing beats the intri- from time to time. Dinah Deer laments the ing --- especially when the humans are hunting This familiar struggle, unchanged over cen- cate work of a master taxidermist. First-time fact that she lost two good friends during deer us,” grumbled Bernard. turies, continues deep within the sylvan wood- winter tourists often remark that the average season. Her sad commentary commands at- “We need to take a better look at protecting lands beloved by locals and envied by tourists UP town consists of four bars, two churches, a tention. ourselves. Even at that, I do fi nd them amus- who can only dream of living close by. gas station and a taxidermist. Close, eh? (Eh? “You would think that those young ones ing,” said Dinah. Soon Bernard will curl up in a den to sleep That’s Yooper for “Right?”) would know better than to venture out without “Amusing? I can’t see that, Dinah,” said and wait for spring. Robert and Regal will take taking note of odd smells or strange marks on Frank, clearly miffed by her attitude. comfort in what food that can procure. Regal is the forest fl oor.” “Well, friends, you must agree that dress- among the few eagles that do not fl y south, and Robert Raven is exhausted from fl ying from ing up to look like a fl aming leaf hardly equals he will do his best to endure the rigors of win- tree to tree. His competitive drive rankles the blending into the woods. If they were smarter, ter’s heavy weather --- fi nding food wherever other ravens, so when he settles on a log near they would wear dark green.” Dinah rocked he can until spring comes once more. Smaller Barney, they all breathe a sigh of relief. No with laughter at her own words. woodland creatures will adapt to winter, work- more races, at least not today…. Bernard spoke up, a broad grin spreading ing hard to stay warm and eating what they can “Do they ever sleep?” Robert quips. across his muzzle. “No chance of that. If they to stay alive. Dinah will huddle together with “I doubt it,” replies Barney. “Even when I did, they would end up shooting each other!” others of her kind. If they are lucky and they get up before daylight, I hear them. They think Laughter exploded, and it took a few min- enjoy corn provided by area residents, they they’re being quiet, but my ears are better than utes for the animals to regain their composure. will fare better than most. With the wolf popu- they can imagine.” Banter continued, and the friends did indeed lation dropping, perhaps their numbers will in- Snowmobile season spans from just before Frank Fisher clambers over a pile of bro- begin to see a bit of humor in how the humans crease once again. Christmas to mid-March, that is if the snow ken branches and splays his legs outward. He behaved. Chip Munk will do his best to make it holds out that long. Area resorts count on that complains that there are so many tourists in the “Think about it, guys,” added Chip. These through the harsh cold, and if he joins another busy window for the bulk of their year’s earn- woods that it is hard to even see a porcupine, humans are downright strange. They change discussion the next year, he will have his own ings. A low snow year bodes ill for owners, let alone catch one. their coats from season to season. The only stories to tell. He may chuckle at the mud-cov- and locals tend to go out to eat more often to “Well, I, for one, wish you could catch one, one of us who does that is Walter.” ered four-wheeling riders who slip and slide help area innkeepers and restaurant owners and your friends, too. I doubt if one shows up Walter Weasel jerked upright at his name. down the trails. He hates being dirty. He can’t make ends meet. Yes, snowmobile season here today, but more than one of us has been “What’s that, me?” imagine why any creature that doesn’t burrow is the number one moneymaker for UP busi- on the down side of those quills, haven’t we?” “Yes, Walter. You. Your white coat blends would consider eating dirt and consider it hav- nesses. said Marsha Moose. into the snow better than anything I have ever ing a good time. Alas, the snow eventually melts. The ice “There aren’t many of you moose around seen,” said Dinah. Winter is brutal, yet nature’s bounty from melts. The cycle of life begins anew with the here, Marsha. Remember, it pays to avoid ani- “Yes. It does indeed,” replied Walter, proud spring to fall blesses the animals with what arrival of another spring. mals that can shoot at you without a gun!” of his ability to change color. they need when they need it most. God, in his It’s easy to see why Lake Gogebic attracts “Very funny, Bernard,” replied Marsha with Barney stretched backward and spread his wisdom, equips them to survive. And survive visitors throughout the four seasons year after a less than sincere smile. paws. “Well, I wish I could understand what they will. year. Some visitors, accustomed to the frenetic The small herd of moose that plods about the they say. Over the years, I have picked up a Their survival continues in balance with our pace of urban or suburban life, adapt beauti- UP seldom appears long enough for tourists or few words, but they speak so quickly. It is hard penchant for sport, our affi nity for photogra- fully to a slower pace to sink into a lifestyle locals to spot them; but --- on occasion, in win- to make heads or tails of ‘em.” phy, our yearning for peace and quiet, our love that heals the spirit. Farmers and ranchers bask ter --- we do spot their footprints in the snow. “If I were you, I’d choose my words more for the beauty of the outdoors…. As species, in the crisp cold, worlds away from the heat Big footprints! carefully, Bernard,” said Frank/ “After all, we coexist, yet we go our separate ways. of their fi elds and the constant responsibility of A whoosh above heralds the arrival of Regal they would like nothing more than to see your As you enjoy the hinterlands of Upper caring for livestock. Eagle. Gently settling down next to Marsha, head and tail up on a wall or spread out for a Michigan, take heart that your time here has Yet, there is another side to this story --- one Regal speaks slowly, but with resolve. His is a rug.” not been wasted. Even with the occasional that holds a disparate, unique viewpoint --- that strong, clear voice. “Sad, but true,” replied Bernard sadly. Al- pesky insects, inclement weather, unexpected of the woodland creatures, the animals. “I can’t remember a time when I didn’t see most in slow motion, the bear leaned back and rain, blasts of icy wind, or the rare ice storm, It is unusually quiet in the Northwoods…. them. They come at all times of the year. And closed his eyes. A melancholy fell over the you will have experienced something remark- Or is it? those things that they --- drive --- is that the group. All was quiet. No one spoke. able. You will have become a part of one of the Bernard Bear lumbers across a small mead- word? Well, it’s hard enough to get up in the As the afternoon light began to fade, the most beautiful places in the “Lower 48.” You, ow. Small limbs snap beneath his weight as he air when I want to, let alone get out of the way animals that had gathered together came to a in your own way and to your own degree, will approaches the base of a large tree. 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www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 10 www.lakegogebicarea.com Lake Gogebic Times The Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park Voted one of the Top 10 BES State Parks in the Country The Million Acre Ottawa National Forest Hundreds of roaring waterfalls Hundreds of miles of pristine hiking trails Miles of Lake Superior shoreline to explore Unique shops & galleries www.mi.gov/porkies

Porcupine Mountains was dedicated as a Michigan State Park in 1945 to protect the last extensive tract of old-growth hardwood and hemlock forest remaining in the Midwest. At nearly 60,000 acres, it is Michigan’s largest wilderness area. To the native Ojibwa people, this chain of mountains rising from the waters of Lake Su- perior reminded them of kag, the porcupine. They called the mountain range Kag-wadjiw, the Porcupine Mountains. Fifteen years be- fore the civil war, miners searched for copper in these mountains and the land-lookers soon followed, cruising the forest for pine and ce- dar. Today, visitors are drawn to the park for the majestic old-growth forests, striking geo- logic formations, wildlife, waterfalls, lakes and streams, camping, boating, fi shing, biking trails, interpretive hikes, skiing, and outstand- ing wilderness opportunities.

The Wilderness Visitor Center Whether you are visiting the Porkies for an hour or a week, make the visitor’s center your fi st stop. Here you can check on trail condi- tions, register for backpacking, get directions to Photo by Rick Varecha of Mountain View Lodges scenic sites, check wildlife sightings, check the interpretive activities schedule, view the park’s Presque Isle Scenic Area Once registered, backcountry campers, cabin ing to that the warm glow of light fl ickering 12 minute video presentation and sign out a A half mile boardwalk, with decks and ob- and yurt users need to check in upon arrival at along the edges of the trail, cast from dozens bird-watching kit or fi shing pole. The exhibit servation platforms, parallels the Presque Isle the park to be issued their backcountry camp- of old-style lanterns. The orange light is com- room offers a look at the park’s natural and hu- River as it tumbles over several waterfalls and ing permits. Cabins and yurts have combina- forting as you see your shadow stretching high man history. And, park staff can help you plan rapids and provides breathtaking views of one tion locks so users will need to be issued these into the canopy of pines. The one mile lit trail your visit. of Michigan’s wildest rivers. The most dra- as well. loop is located across a county highway from Be sure to save some time for visiting the matic waterfall along the river is named Mana- the park’s downhill skiing facility. Afterward, Back to Nature gift shop with gifts all inclusive bezho, after a powerful spirit-god of the native Friends of the Porkies - be a friend! a campfi re warms the hikers and skiers. The of the parks offerings! Ojibwa people. Also located at this scenic area Friends of the Porkies is a non-profi t orga- walk is offered every Saturday evening from Just outside is an easy and enjoyable, self- are a picnic spot, an overnight backpacker’s nization that promotes, supports and enhances lake December through February, and often on guided nature trail. The mile-long loop takes parking lot and a rustic campground. the preservation and recreational use of the Por- New Year’s Eve. about 45 minutes and highlights the wildlife cupine Mountains Wilderness State Part. They and other natural features of the Northwoods. work to inspire an appreciation and create con- Snowburst Winter Carnival - February 24, Camping nections for people with this unique wilderness 2018 Presque Isle Campground Lake of the Clouds Scenic Area park and is run by volunteers. Check www. Celebrating winter and outdoor recreation at Union Bay Campground Take a 100-yard stroll to see the broad sweep porkies.org and follow them on Facebook at the Winter Sports Complex. A day fi lled with State Outpost Campground of the Carp River Valley that includes the sheer Friends of the Porkies for updates on events games, activities and events for the entire fami- Or, have you tried a “Yurt”? Originating in cliffs of the escarpment, the lofty swell of the and activities. ly. Or stay longer and take advantage of Alpine central Asia, these sturdy, tent-like structures Porcupine Range and the blue expanse of the ski runs, cross-country ski trails, snowshoeing (16 feet in diameter) offer a new camping ad- Lake of the Clouds nestled 300 feet below. EVENTS along Lake Superior or just enjoying the seren- venture in all seasons. Currently, the park has Signs along the way explain the geologic for- Old Fashioned Lantern-Lit Skiing & ity of the wilderness. 4 yurts, which provide visitors with a snug, mations and some of the natural beauty. Snowshoeing - Late December thru end of weather-tight shelter that is close to the park’s February Interpretive Programs - Memorial Day hiking, biking and cross-country ski trails. Each Summit Peak Scenic Area Taking a walk down a dark woodland road through Labor Day yurt sleeps 4 people and is equipped with bunk A boardwalk, with benches along the way, on a quiet winter evening can be a fabulous Learn about the wilderness, nature, wildlife beds, mattresses, cooking and eating utensils, takes a trail over ancient lava fl ows and unto a event, especially if the night is cold, clear and and more. Daily interpretive programs are held a wood stove, and an axe and bow saw. Run- large viewing deck overlooking the Little Carp still. Under those conditions, the sounds of an throughout the summer. Schedule can be found ning water and electricity are not provided, but River. The 40-foot observation tower takes owl, a fox or other animals, like the crunch- at the visitor center, park headquarters, or visit an outhouse is nearly and wood is provided visitors to the highest point in the mountains ing from your boots seem to crack in the air. www.michigan.gov/porkiesvc for heat in the colder months. They are placed and an overlook of the park’s expansive wilder- The darkness and stillness work to heighten throughout the park to offer a variety of experi- ness interior-ancient mountains that once were your senses. The countless stars appear bright Artist-In-Residence Program ences and are accessed only by trail. worn by the glaciers, but now are blanketed by and close. With a gentle whoosh of a breeze, Each year, the Friends of the Porkies invite For camping reservations, call a thick forest and Lake Superior’s vast blue ho- moving the branches, a twirling curtain of fi ve to seven poets, writers, painters, graphic 1-800-44-PARKS or go online at www.mid- rizon in the distance. snow drifts to the ground. These are some of artists, photographers, musicians and others to nrreservations.com. the fascinating stimuli awaiting your senses live in a cabin built by the Friends especially in the wintertime woods. To this imagery, add for this program and create works inspired by the soft swooshing from cross-country skis or the Porkies wilderness. Artists apply for resi- the silent steps a snowshoe hiker takes mak- dencies early in the year. Each artist is required ing beavertail tracks through the snow. Add- to give a public presentation toward the end

Lake of The Clouds Stained Glass Trail Cleaning Crew www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 11 Lake Gogebic Times www.lakegogebicarea.com of the residence and the schedule is posted at www.porkies.org/artist-in-residence/. Last year marked the 10th anniversary of the Artist-in Residence Program. A display comprised of the complete AIRP art collection was on display at the Ironwood Downtown Art Place gallery. The art was enjoyed through the winter by hundreds of gallery visitors who were amazed at the depth and scope of the col- lection. The schedule of the 2018 artists’ public presentations, and selected pieces of art, can be found at the Visitors center. Beautiful art prints of donated works are for sale in the Back to Na- ture gift shop in the Visitors center.

Friends of the Porkies Folk School In 2018, the Friends of the Porkies Folk School will celebrate its 13th year of offering diverse, hands of classes. From woodworking U. P. suncatcher 1 p.m.—3:30 p.m. event takes place on the day of the summer sol- country and abroad. The wide variety of mu- to writing memoirs and poems to fi ber art to JULY: stice which, in 2018, will be June 21. Festivi- sical styles they represent is a music-lover’s watercolor to basketry. The workshops fea- Sunday, July 15: ties begin at 5:00pm (eastern time) with music dream. Top-notch performers combined with ture a variety of arts, crafts and skills from our Lake Superior Day and an opportunity to learn how to play Kubb, a the natural surroundings of the Porkies equal an area. There’s something for everyone at the Sunday, July 29: traditional Scandinavian lawn game. Activities intimate musical experience like no other. Folk School. For information and to sign up Laura Hamlett: stained glass move into the Old Carpenter Shop/Folk School The festival is held rain or shine and takes for classes, visit www.porkies.org/folk-school. U.P.Stepping Stones 1 p.m.—3 p.m. at 6:00pm with a performance by Scandina- place each year the weekend before Labor Day 2018 Folk School Classes and Events AUGUST: vian musicians, an explanation of the science weekend. Not all dates are confi rmed yet. Check web- Saturday, August 11: of Solstice, and a recitation of solstice-related The music festival is staffed by over 100 site updates: www.porkies.org/folk-school Marlene Broemer, poems. Festivities then move back outside friendly volunteers who handle everything APRIL: writing workshop 1 p.m.-4 p.m. for the campfi re ceremony at which celebrants from ticket sales to parking, transportation mer- Saturday, April 21: Friday, August 17: release worries from the past year by writing chandise sales, security and more. There are Dave Rasmussen: Bat House Pam Talsky, basketry 9 a.m.-4 p.m. them on scraps of paper that they throw into the two outdoor stages and you never know what MAY: Saturday, August 18: fi re. For those who want to stay longer, local you will fi nd on the third stage - the all-acoustic JUNE: Poppy Hatinger, musicians provide music, and the Folk School “Busking Barn, with its infamous red piano.” Thursday, June 21: reed tote basket 9a.m.-4 p.m. people provide makings for S’mores. The colorful “Kid’s Tent” located on the fes- Summer Solstice Celebration: 6:07 p.m. Sunday, August 19: tival grounds is always bustling with crafts and Saturday, June 16: Laura Hamlett: stained glass Lake of the Porcupine Mt Music Festival – August 24-26 activities for young audience members. Spe- Felicia Schneiderhan: Clouds suncatcher 1 p.m.-5 p.m. The annual Music Festival, presented by the cial fl at-fee children’s festival pricing is avail- Writing fi ction: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday-Sunday, August 24-26, 2018: Friends of the Porkies, takes place at the winter able. Saturday, June 23: PMMF recreation area (ski hill/chalet) and is supported Visit www.porkiesfestival.org for info Donna, Beth, Mollie: by the Michigan Council For Arts and Cultural on performers, ticket pricing, discounts, three—2 hour crafting classes Summer Solstice Celebration - June 21, 2018 Affairs and the National Endowment For The how to volunteer and a link to the festival’s Sunday, June 30: The Folk School committee organizes a Arts. Facebook page. Call 906-231-1589 for info Laura Hamlett: stained glass summer solstice celebration every year. The Performers are booked from all over the and tickets. WEST SHORE RESORT ON BEAUTIFUL LAKE GOGEBIC GOGEBIC GETAWAY • 2 Bedroom Cottages ALL SEASON HIDE AWAY • Easy Access To Snowmobile Trails • Visa/Mastercard/Pets Accepted • Boat And Pontoon Rentals • On Site Boat Ramp • Flat Open Parking • Live Bait • Boat Lifts • Campfire Wood CALL OR WRITE FOR FREE BROCHURE • Fish Cleaning Station N10960 State Hwy. M64, • Heated Repair Shop Marenisco, MI 49947 • Open Year Round 906-842-3336 or • Satellite TV 1-888-813-7778 • WIFI www.westshoreresort.com All comforts of home, in a picturesque setting located on West Shore of Lake Gogebic.

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TAGGED FISH CONTEST IS BACK! Twenty-nine fi sh were tagged spring of 2017. Monthly Fishing Contest Results from May TAGGED FISH - $500.00 Walleye - Stuart Teschke from New Lenox, One $1000 tagged walleye, eight $500 tagged 15 to June 15 Walleye – Christopher Adams – from Han- IL, 25 inches 5lbs 6oz Registered at West walleye, and twenty $250 fi sh were tagged (wall- TAGGED FISH - $250.00 cock, MI, 27.2 inches 6# 12 1/2 oz. Registered Shore Resort. eye, pike, perch, and bass). Northern Pike – Danny Kasrno from Wake- at the Hoop N Holler. Small Mouth Bass - Pat Wontor from Am- The contest runs from May 15 – September fi eld, MI, 30 1/2 inches 6lbs 9 oz. MONTHLY $25.00 WINNERS bery, WI, 18.75 inches 3lbs .068oz Registered 15, as well as the MONTHLY FISHING CON- Perch – Vicky Guenther from Ishpeming, MI, Northern Pike – Mike Stusik – from Eagle, at Gogebic Outpost. TEST, where anglers can win a $25 Chamber 13 1/4 inches 1.037lbs WI, 36 inches 10# 9 oz. Registered at Bears Perch - Doug Holda from Demark, WI, 15 Gift Certifi cate which can be redeemed at any of MONTHLY $25.00 WINNERS Nines Pines Resort inches 1lb 3/4oz Registered at West Shore Resort the chamber businesses. All you have to do is, Northern Pike – Bruce Coron from Wake- Walleye – Lonnie Peschiera from Parshal, purchase a fi shing contest button for $5.00, then fi eld, MI, 35 inches 10 lbs. Registered at the CO, 27 1/2inches 6# 9 oz. Registered at the Monthly Fishing Contest Results – Aug. 15 make sure that you bring your fi sh in to one of Hoop’N Holler Timbers Resort. to September 15 the participating businesses on the lake as soon Walleye – Aris Fleshman from Schoolcraft, Small Mouth Bass – Archie Bridges from No Tagged Fish caught this period as you catch it, and have it registered. Be sure to MI, 24 1/2 inches 4 lbs 10 oz. Registered at Greenwood, IN, 21 3/4 inches 4# 3/4 oz. Regis- Monthly $25.00 Winners register your fi sh even if it isn’t a whopper! Westshore Resort. tered at the Timbers Resort. Northern Pike – No northern pike registered. The fi shing contest’s are the chamber’s way Smallmouth Bass – Archie Bridges from Perch – David Stutzman from Lagranga, IN Walleye – Susan Zalewski from Plover, WI, of thanking you for coming to Lake Gogebic to Greenwood, IN, 20 1/2 inches 3 lbs 3 oz. Regis- 15 inches 1# 8 oz. Registered at Bears Nine 28 inches 7Ibs 5oz caught 9/8/17 – registered at enjoy some fi shing. It also gives our fi shing com- tered at Bears Nine Pines Resort. Pines Resort. Bears Nine Pines Resort. mittee an idea how the lake fi shery is doing. But Perch – William Elliott from Kingman, IN, Small Mouth Bass – Jamie Kangas from most of all, it brings the fi shermen into business- 14 inches 1 lb 5 1/2 oz. Registered at Bears Nine Monthly Fishing Contest Results July 15 to Ironwood Mi, 16.5 inches 2lbs 10.5 oz, caught es, where they get their fi sh entered in the contest, Pines Resort. August 14 9/8/17 – registered at the Hoop n Holler. and do a little “bragging and fi sh talking”! No Tagged Fish caught this period Perch – Dennis Pike from Merriweather Mi Monthly Fishing Contest Results for June Monthly $25.00 Winners , 14.5 inches 1lb 11.4oz caught on 8/22/17 – 15 – July 14 Northern Pike - none registered registered at the Hoop n Holler

The 40th Annual Lake Gogebic Fall Walleye Tournament In memory of John Murphy, Jr. September 8 & 9, 2017

The tournament held a few surprise’s this year: 1. Walleye: New rules. 2. Two day tournament. 3. Check-In 1st Place - $1,800 - Susan Zalewski, & Weigh-In at the Gogebic Lodge and the Hoop ‘N Plover, WI 7# 5 oz Holler. Boat Inspection both days at the Bergland 2nd Place - $500 - Dan Re, Iron River, Dock, Hoop ‘n Holler and Gogebic Lodge. 4. Most MI 6# 7 oz importantly, a generous memorial donation was re- 3rd Place - $ 200 - Chris Bauknecht, Crandon, WI ceived from John Murphy Sr. in honor of his son 2# 14 oz who had been his tournament fi shing partner for 21 4th Place - $ 190 - Kelly Carstensen, years. Rhinelander, WI 2# 9.5 oz John Murphy Jr. passed away in 2016, at the age 5th Place - $ 175 - Taylor Haynes, of 33, just a few days after another walleye tourna- Land O Lakes, WI 2# 5 oz ment where he took a big fi sh. He holds the record 6th Place - $ 160 - Shawn Kottke, for the largest walleye caught in the Master’s Wall- Amherst, WI 2# 4 oz eye Circuit and Cabela’s. He broke a 25 year old 7th Place - $ 145 - Rick Zanon, record. Appleton, WI 2# 3.8 oz He always found time to return to the Lake Go- 8th Place - $ 130 - Joe Menghini, gebic Walleye Tournament in the fall. It was his Vulcan, MI 2# 2oz number one choice of tournaments. He loved the 9th Place - $ 115 - Rick Zanon, area, the lake, and the people he made friends with Appleton, WI 2# 1.8 oz up there. 10th Place - $ 100 - Mark Haynes, John, Sr. looks back at all the great times they had Land O Lakes, WI 1# 1oz together on Lake Gogebic fi shing and hunting. He Daily Largest Perch $50 2018 Fall Walleye Tournament Sign-Up Form is so glad that it left such a great impression on his Friday - Tony Casanova, Vulcan, WI 1# 9.8 oz son and the togetherness it created for both of them, Saturday - Dennis Pike, Merriweather, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, WRITE OR CALL: THE LAKE GOGEBIC AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE a bond between father and son. MI 1# 8 oz www.lakegogebicarea.com PO BOX 114 - BERGLAND, MI 499910 (888) 464-3242 John Sr. fi shed his 28th tournament this year in Daily Largest Bass - $50 E-MAIL: [email protected] a boat designed by his son just shortly before he Friday - Ron Vermoch, St Germain, WI 3# 7 oz passed away. Saturday - Dale Hess, St Ignace, MI 3# 12 oz ENTRY BLANK We were pleased to hold a memorial tournament Daily Largest N. Pike $50 in honor of a very special person and his father, Friday - Ted Johnson, Ontonagon, MI 9# 10.5 oz 41st ANNUAL LAKE GOGEBIC FALL WALLEYE TOURNAMENT along with the rest of their family. Saturday - Don Jokela, Bessemer, MI 5# 11.5 oz SEPTEMBER 7 & 8, 2018 There were 143 participants in the tournament Early Bird Winner $5 this year. The awards ceremony was held at the Go- Dave Fletcher, Rhinelander, WI gebic Lodge and a great home-style meal was served NAME ______to the anglers. $50.00 A group of fi shermen from Illinois donated a ADDRESS ______ENTRY FEE Range Finder and a Frabill Floating Bait Well which was raffl ed off and proceeds went into the chamber ENCLOSED tournament fund. Thanks guys!! CITY ______Thank you to everyone who participated in our tournament this year. Some of you have fi shed the STATE ______ZIP ______E-MAIL ______tournament for many years. Your support is appreci- ated! We congratulate the following winners of the Pre-registration prior to August 30, 2018 ($50) After Aug. 30, 2018 ($75) tournament! **PLEASE RETURN ENTRY BLANK AND CHECK TO THE CHAMBER ADDRESS ABOVE**

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The Lake Gogebic Firefl ies is a Womens’ grilled chicken, beans, coleslaw, amazing corn, Auxiliary for the Lake Gogebic Fire Depart- rolls, coffee and dessert. As if that’s not enough, ment. Since 1983 when it was organized, it has door prizes are awarded, basket raffl es and silent helped to raise funds to build the W. Shore Sta- auctions take place and draft beer, wine, soda tion, E. Shore Station and fund large and small and water are available for purchase. Look for equipment. it in 2018 to take place on second Sunday in Au- The Firefl ies host two events a year. On the gust, the 12th. Hours are from noon to 5:00 C.T. second Saturday of the year (June 9th, 2018), we (1:00-6:00 E.T.) Visiting in the area? We invite host the Firefl ies Garage Sale. Up to 30 or more all to come. Chicken dinner is $10.00. Children residences and businesses around the lake and under 6 eat FREE!! surrounding towns pay an entry fee of $15.00 to The Firefl ies designed a cookbook for sale in have their sale advertised and promoted by the 2007 and they are limited in their availability. If Firefl ies. Many people love this event and come you want to get a chance before they’re gone, go for miles to have a great day. to Antonio’s in Bergland. They’re only $7.00 and The second event is the Firemens’ Picnic, include recipes like this one. hosted by the Firemen and the Firefl ies. Fantastic 1st Annual Blood Drive September 2017 Adopt a Highway on M64 since 2013

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WHATS A PARADE WITHOUT MARTY’S GOLDENAIRES! SENIOR DRUM & BUGLE CORPS Capital building in Michigan’s history. In 2010 Marty’s Goldenaires is a Parade and Concert the Goldenaires were invited to the National Le- Corps which performs primarily in Michigan, gion Convention in Milwaukee, WI and marched Wisconsin and Minnesota from May to Labor in their grand parade. Also in Milwaukee, they Day weekend. Musical selections through the performed their entire concert for the Michigan years have pleased all audience types with a Legion banquet. Most of the audience never mixture of swing, rock, patriotic, and nostalgic heard their tasteful and poignant music and the drum corps styles. Established in 1950 as a Se- attendee’s response was magnifi cent. nior Corps, membership includes men between 2010 was a unique year as the Corps cel- the ages of 16 and 79 years. This unique age ebrated their 60th anniversary and were invited mix gives Marty’s Goldenaires a blend of nos- to perform the half time show of the Green Bay talgia, a solid nucleus, and a young enthusiasm Packers-San Francisco 49ers game on December and excitement which is evident as the audience 5th at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, WI. Not only involve themselves in Marty’s Goldenaires per- were they the half time entertainment but Mar- formances! ty’s marched and played around the stadium con- A BRIEF HISTORY course, Atrium, and outside the stadium in the In Memory of Martin O. Lamoreux (1902- Fan Tundra Zone tent. They were well received 1968), alias Mr. Music. Original music director and it’s an experience that is second to none and and arranger of Marty’s Goldenaires Drum and a memory, members will carry for years to come. Bugle Corps. In 2011 Marty’s marched in the National Legion It was the post World War II era and members of Convention parade in downtown, Minneapolis, American Legion Post 27 of Bessemer, MI were coined the phrase, “ Where Ever We Go, There Marty’s Goldenaires has a sense of family MN. The Corps was invited to the National Con- having one of their routine meetings. The ques- Shall Be Music.” With the death of Marty in character. Through the years there has been sev- vention once again in 2012, sponsored by Michi- tion came up, “anything good for the Legion?” A 1968 the Corps went into dormancy. eral father-son, brothers, fathers and brothers, gan’s American Legions, in Indianapolis, IN, the U.S. Navy Veteran and noteworthy band director It was during the time of our country’s bicen- grandfather-grandson, uncle-nephew, and cousin home of the National American Legion Head- and graduate of Oshkosh and Northland colleges tennial in 1976 that Veterans such as Bill Maki, combinations. And aside from blood, members quarters. They had the honor of performing for a by the name of Martin “Marty” Lamoreux pre- Bernie Michelli, and Dave Bracket and some feel a type of fraternal brotherhood. Marty’s was grand audience at the 2012 opening ceremonies sented the idea to the membership of forming a new musicians including Daniel “Dan” Pitrone invited to their fi rst National American Legion held outside of the Indian World War Memorial Bessemer Post 27 Drum & Bugle Corps. Most and Myron Re (son of Nick Re) succeeded in in- Convention in Nashville, TN in 2004. Since Military Museum in the Indian World War Me- attendees originally dismissed the notion as a far- spiring enough past members and a few local re- the 2006 season, membership between 54-60 morial Plaza, a National Historic Landmark Dis- fetched dream; however, the scheme was put into cruits to practice and play in the Bessemer 4th of has been the largest in the entire Corps history. trict. The ceremony, which featured moving and their consciousness. It wasn’t until a later meet- July parade. After a few years of some practicing Strong commitment, musical potency, and stimu- ennobling speakers, concluded with the Ameri- ing that Nick Re, the soon to be assistant director, and small shows it was in 1980 that Marty’s start- lating choreography have shaped the Goldenaires can Legion Riders ride at dusk. While the Gold- suggested a Legion Drum & Bugle corps. Marty ed its current consecutive streak of 35+ seasons into a popular public fi gure. They are often voted enaires marched out to their trademark “Zulu” being a true opportunist immediately backed the of local, regional, and national parade and con- the top musical unit in many of the region’s pa- Cadence, the sound of the Indiana Air National suggestion into a motion. It was at this moment cert performing. Pitrone has been a signifi cant rades and festivals. The Corps had their concert Guard’s Vietnam War era U.S. Army Huey could of conception that the rest of the Posts 27 mem- fi gure through this period as the Corps music professionally recorded when they opened up for be heard in fl ight directly above, adding to the bership fell collectively into line with the propos- director and arranger (1976-1993, 2000-present) the Yoopers at the Historic Ironwood Theater in emotional and spirited occasion. The trip was an- al and the motion carried thus the formation of as well as a lead soprano. Dan is a 1974 Northern 2003 and CD’s were made available to the pub- other highlight and extraordinary experience for American Legion Post 27 Drum & Bugle Corps, Michigan University graduate with postgraduate lic. In December of 2006 they made a surprise the Michigan Drum and Bugle Corps. eventually becoming Marty’s Goldenaires. For studies in musical education. He is known for appearance in Lansing, MI and performed inside By Myron Re, member since 1976, (1996), 18 years, the all male Corps performed in com- his methods and knack of throwing a variety of of the Capital in honor of their long-time Drum and Dustin Pitrone, member since 1997, (2007- munity events and numerous competitions, con- styles at the crowd, including, military and patri- Major Rich Brown who was at the end of his 2014). ventions, and festivals within the region. It was otic, classical and show tunes, and swing, rock, term as State Representative. They were the only *You may fi nd much more on their website at during this period that Director Marty Lamoreux blues, and jazz. musical unit to ever entertain on the fl oor of the www.martysgoldenaires.com.

Lake Gogebic Legend Reborn!

Written by Larry D. Peterson Gogebic, or Agobebic, as some people call it, and made our camp on what has since been named The Gogebic Range has a rich pre-history that Mirage Point, a curiously shaped headland, noted most people are unaware of. When I say “pre- for a peculiar mirage effect. history” I’m referring to a time long before Euro- As the time, I was entirely ignorant of any pe- pean culture dominated this area. culiarity whatever in respect to the locality and Pages from Our Past was therefore greatly surprised, on awakening in For those interested in reading at greater depth the morning, to fi nd myself resting, as it were, about the pre-history and pre-settlement periods, upon an island, surrounded by a sea of moving, I recommend the book “Michigan Prehistory glistening vapor. Mysteries” by Betty Sodders, published in 1990 As the sun rose above the horizon, the mist dis- by Avery Color Studios, Au Train. appeared, lingering only to brighten the foliage I found the following article in a February 17, for a moment with its rainbow tints. Then there 1887 Montreal River Miner: came over the surface of the lake, and reaching “Legend of Lake Gogebic”. In the year of to the zenith, a golden haze, which was soon sup- 1860, while in the vicinity of the village of planted by a sea of silver and in turn by a steel Mosinee, on the Wisconsin River, the writer fell blue ocean. The lake and the sky were one ethe- in with an old voyageur and trapper by the name rial body bounded by purple shores. of Baptiste LaPrairie. As I stood and gazed, there appeared at fi rst, After becoming quite intimately acquainted, a band of ashen blue, slowly stretching itself we proceeded together on a tour up the Wisconsin across, like a broken bridge of stone; beyond the Faintly seen in this photo is the little island which guarded the en- River, intending after spending some time about bridge rose gradually into view a stone-built city. the headwaters, to strike across the Range and There were castles; temples with spires, and sur- trance of Bergland Bay before Victoria Copper Mining Company visit Lake Superior. rounding the whole was a great wall, which had built its dam at the end of the lake. The island was pounded by In our journeying, we at length came to Lake four immense gates. waves from the raised water level and eroded until it disappeared completely. (Courtesy of Stanley Lackie) Locally Owned The scenes remained for a moment, then disap- where the old city stood. peared like a vision in a dream. The name Gogebic cannot really be traced di- GOGEBIC Then I called the old voyageur to my side ere rectly to any language. Possibly it means some- the vision had vanished and sought from him an thing in connection with the stone city in the sky, RANGE BANK explanation. Baptiste told me that it was no un- as part of the name means “by the rock”. (George common sight, when he was a boy, but as years Francis, Ashland News). come and go the mirage appears to grow less nu- In reading this article I felt as if I were entering www.gogebicrangebank.com merous year by year. a “time vortex”. He said that his great grandfather told him that Not only was this an account of the writer’s ex- MORTGAGE FINANCING SPECIALISTS a tribe known as the Mus-to-tams once lived in perience, but that of his tour guide, or voyageur; this country. Among them, there was extant a tra- information given him by his great grandfather. 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Check our friendly website for all our listings at www.borsethproperties.com The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce Michigan Snowmobile Online Maps at www.michigan.gov FOR TRAIL INFORMATION CALL Lake Gogebic/Ewen It’s the Law! 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) or log on to Speed Limits Enforced www.lakegogebicarea.com While you’re out on the trails this season remember there are P.O. Box 114, Bergland, Michigan 49910-0114 speed limits which need to be observed. If not out of respect for TRAIL REPORTS: other snowmobilers out on the trail — it is the law, and those RY speeding will be ticketed by local law enforcement. Speed limits www.msasnow.org Gogebic Area Grooming - Lake Gogebic area in Michigan are as follows: Gogebic Range Trail Authority Ironwood, Bessemer, Wakefi eld 1. Safe and reasonable, Iron Range Trail Club - Kenton, Sidnaw North Country Snowmobile Club - Ontonagon, 2. Posted on any road, Porkies, White Pine Snow Valley Riders - Bruce Crossing, Ewen, Just fast enough to maintain forward motion when within NLY PHONE NUMBERS 3. Rockland, Trout Creek 100 feet of any building for fisherman. Thunder Riders -911 Watersmeet County - 906-667-0203 EMERGENCY PHONEunty - 906-884-4901 NUMBERS 911Police - 906-224-9691 Sheriff - Gogebic County - 906-667-0203 NOTICE ESTIMATED MILEAGE CHART Ontonagon County - 906-884-4901 The MDNR are reminding snowmobilers that state law does have decibelNOTICE: limits for snowmobiles. The conservation offi cers Ironwood to Wakefield ...... 16 Michigan State Police - 906-224-9691 willAny be enhancing snowmobile statewide effortswith to louderenforce the than law. Ironwood to Saxon Harbor ...... 28 Thestock muffl erexhaust on a snowmobile traveling must be in goodon working city order Wakefield to Lake of the Clouds .53 andstreets when in constantand trails operation will noise be emissionticketed cannot for exceed Wakefield to Merriweather ...... 25 the 88 decibel limit. A factory installed muffl er system will This is NOT an ORV Trail Map. Many meetexcessive these standards. noise. The penalty This for lawviolating will the soundbe Wakefield to Marenisco ...... 20 trails on this map traverse private 2018 mobile levelsenforced is a civil infraction by the with fiGogebic nes up to $250.00. County Marenisco to Watersmeet ...... 28 HOOP ‘N HOLLER TAVERN Half of our trails are on private lands and are at the discretion Bergland to Silver City ...... 20 lands. Riding on these trails with Sheriffs Department, the Michigan Michigan Snowmobileequired of the landowner. “Riders who modify their machines to make White Pine to Ontonagon ...... 24 ORV’s could result in the future clo- themDNR extra andloud jeopardize local thelaw enjoyment enforcement. of our nationally Ontonagon to Greenland ...... 15 On the Northwest Corner of Beautiful Lake Gogebic sure of these trails for snowmobiling. Please recognizedThe noise trails forhas all riders.” become said Ron so Yesney, loud Recreation that Trail Permits Required Specialist with the MDNR. Greenland to Bruce Crossing . . . .24 respect these private landowners who have Also,cities no coloredmay lensclose covers access may be used to in streets Michigan on Bruce Crossing to Bergland . . . . .19 permitted snowmobiling on their property. snowmobiles.unless we, the snowmobile public, Watersmeet to Bruce Crossing . .31 $ Forcan more control information our on snowmobilingnoise! in Michigan, including Bergland to Rockland ...... 27 FREE SNOWMOBILE YES - ORV NO 48.00 current laws and regulations, go to WIFI www.michigan.gov/snowmobiling. VOTED #1 BEST RESTAURANT in area by TripAdvisor

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Waterfalls: Recreation Opportunity Guide Known as “Waterfall Country,” the Ottawa is home to many beautiful waterfalls. No trip to the Ottawa is complete without ex- ploring these scenic wonders! Th e Ottawa National Forest is known as water- fall country! Trails mark the way to many of the Ottawa’s waterfalls, but others require the use of a map and a compass. Pack your camera and water bottle as you explore the magnifi cent waterfalls of the Ottawa. Visit these beautiful areas all year long! In the summer, fl ora and fauna adorn the shoreline of the falls, and the plummeting winter temperatures cre- ate an eerie wonderland of ice and snow. Sturgeon Falls – Listen for the reedy tremolo of a Hermit Th rush, or examine the forest fl oor for the wildfl owers that bloom in the quiet shade along Sturgeon Falls. Th e trail is rated moderately diffi - cult because of its length and grade changes. From Sidnaw, MI - Take M-28 east, turn left on Forest Road 2200 and travel approximately 11 miles north. Veer left on Forest Road 2270 on the east edge of the Sturgeon River Gorge Wilderness. Latitude: 46.534247 Longitude: -88.652094 Duppy Falls – Th e trail to the river was created by trout fi shermen. Th ere is an abandoned state quarry near the falls, if you walk quietly along the open fi eld at the edge of the old quarry you might catch a glimpse of deer. Be sure to note the wild- fl owers in the open areas. From Kenton, MI – Take Forest Highway 16 south to Forest Road 3610 and make a right. Th en go about 1/4 mile to an unmarked trail. Follow the unmarked trail toward the west. When you reach the river go upstream to the falls. Latitude: 46.413807 Longitude: -88.910858 Jumbo Falls – Old growth hemlocks line the trail to the crystal clear waters of Jumbo Falls. From Kenton, MI - Take highway M-28 west. Turn south on Golden Glow Road and travel ap- railroad trestle over the river. It will add historic in- boots, bug spray, a map, and a compass. Check out the trails to these falls will be rewarding: terest and depth to your photos. the unusual quartz outcroppings around the falls. Rainbow Falls – A 1/2-mile hiking trail will take From Bruce Crossing, MI - Take M-28 east 7 From Watersmeet, MI - Take County Road 206 you from a paved parking lot to a stairway drop- miles and turn right into the Michigan roadside west to Forest Road 5120. Th en park your car off ping down to an observation platform overlooking park. You can access the trail from the parking area. the road. Follow Forest Road 5120 along the west the scenic Black River and Rainbow Falls. Aptly Latitude: 46.481331 Longitude: -89.090288 side of Brush Lake for about a 1/2-mile. Th en take named, the falling water creates a mist that can O Kun de Kun Falls – Aspen and mixed hard- a compass reading and hike northeast. sometimes produce a rainbow eff ect. Just imagine woods grace the gently rolling terrain along the Latitude: 46.330371 Longitude: -89.237780 the beautiful images you will be able to capture! 1-1/3 mile long trail to O Kun-de-Kun. Keep your Kakabika Falls – Th e falls are a series of “S” Sandstone Falls - While Sandstone Falls is not eyes open for frogs, squirrels, and dragon fl ies. Be- turns that descend as the river drops in elevation. a large waterfall, the varied rock formations and cause of its distance, this trail is labeled moderately Th e trail is not long and not very diffi cult. Th ere hollows carved out of sandstone and conglomer- diffi cult. Watch for slick spots in the trail aft er a are some choice berry picking locations and nice ate rock by stream erosion make this little falls well rain. fi shing holes along the trail. worth the 1/4-mile hike. Jumbo Falls From Bruce Crossing, MI - Head north on From Watersmeet, MI - Travel west on US 2 ap- Potawatomi and Gorge Falls – Th ere are a few Highway 45 approximately 8 miles to the parking proximately 15 miles to County Road 527. Turn diff erent routes to these falls. A 600 foot trail from proximately 2 miles to Forest Road 4589 (Jumbo area. Th is is also a trailhead for the North Country right (north) onto County Road 527 and travel the Potawatomi Falls parking lot will take you to Pit Road). Turn left and take Forest Road 4589 National Scenic Trail. Latitude: 46.648865 Longi- approximately 1/2-mile to the parking area for the the Potawatomi Falls viewing platform, where you (Jumbo Pit Road) to Forest Road 4589-B, you will tude: -89.150461 falls. Latitude: 46.336666 Longitude: -89.453005 can also walk along the trail as you view the river veer right to stay on Forest Road 4589-B. Keep to Cascade Falls – Grab your camera because the and falls. Gorge Falls is only a short distance north the right as you pass the gravel pit and continue to word ‘cascade’ is the perfect description for this of Potawatomi Falls. A 500 foot asphalt surface the end of the road where you will fi nd the trail to waterfall. Th ere are two trails that lead to the falls. trail, located at the south end of the Gorge Falls the falls. Th e main trail is the easiest, with only moderate parking area, will also connect you to Potawa- Latitude: 46.457753 Longitude: -88.912228 changes in elevation. Th e second trail, Bluff Trail, tomi Falls viewing platform; this trail, vault toilet, Mex-i-min-e Falls – Th is beautiful waterfall can leaves and rejoins the main trail, but is quite chal- and viewing platform are accessible, providing a be accessed from the Burned Dam Campground lenging; however the view is defi nitely worth the unique opportunity for all to view one of our areas via a short trail down to the river. Meximine Falls extra eff ort. most beautiful waterfalls. A 400 foot trail to Gorge was the inspiration for the print “Spirit of the Ot- From Bergland, MI – Head east on M-28, turn Falls is located at the north end of the Gorge Falls tawa,” now available in the Bear’s Den Gift Shop at north on Forest Road 400. Follow the signs to the parking lot. the Ottawa Visitor Center. parking area at the trailhead. From Watersmeet, MI - Take Old US 2 east Latitude: 46.652042 Longitude: -89.445967 approximately 6 miles to Forest Road 4500. Fol- Presque Isle Falls – Although not part of the low Forest Road 4500 to the Burned Dam Camp- Ottawa National Forest, we recommend a visit to ground. Listen for the roar of the water and follow this beautiful series of waterfalls. Th ere are several the sound to the short, well-used trail from the falls on the Presque Isle River; those most visited campground to the falls. are within the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness Latitude: 46.313237 Longitude: -89.054089 State Park. Bond Falls – Although not part of the Ottawa A Recreation Passport is required for areas with- National Forest, this beautiful series of waterfalls in Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, is surrounded by the National Forest and is one please call 906-885-5275 for additional informa- of the most popular waterfalls in the Upper Pen- tion. insula. A developed trail is maintained with steps Yondota Falls From Wakefi eld, MI - Take Highway M-28 to and bridges across the river. A Recreation Passport County Road 519. Follow County Road 519 north. Potawatomi Falls is required to enter the falls area from the bottom Yondota Falls – Th is is a series of falls, so be sure When you come to South Boundary Road keep go- parking lot. Th e Bond Falls Scenic Site parking area you walk far enough to see all of them. Th e trail ing straight. (Th is will lead to a parking area.) Take Great Conglomerate Falls - Th is 3/4-mile and trail from this location are accessible. is not long, but it does drop in elevation along the your time and enjoy the view. Manabezho Falls hiking trail will drop steadily as you near the riv- Contact Michigan Department of Natural Re- river, so the uphill return hike makes this a moder- is near where the mouth of the river empties into erbank. At the falls, the river separates into two sources at 906-353-6651 or Bond Falls Outpost at ately diffi cult trail. Lake Superior. sections, falling 40 feet around an island of con- 906-827-3235 for additional information. From Marenisco, MI - Take County Road 523 Latitude: 46.787132 Longitude: -89.684143 glomerate rock. Old growth hemlock and hard- From Watersmeet, MI - Take Highway 45 north north. Th ere is a small parking area near the bridge Black River Falls – Th ere are vefi distinct and wood add to the natural beauty of the area. Gorge approximately 9 miles to Paulding, turn east on that crosses the river. Th e main trail is on the north picturesque waterfalls within the Black River Har- and Potawatomi Falls can also be reached from Bond Falls Road. Travel about 4-1/2 miles to this side of the river, but you can hike down either side. bor Recreation Area. All can be accessed by trav- Great Conglomerate Falls, by hiking north approx- well signed parking area and falls. Latitude: 46.429405 Longitude: -089.681566 eling County Road 513 or by hiking the North imately 1/3-mile, via the North Country National Latitude: 46.406733 Longitude: -89.128797 Ajibikoka Falls – Th is waterfall is about 40 feet Country National Scenic Trail from the Black Riv- Scenic Trail. Agate Falls – Although not part of the Ottawa high and the hike is of moderate diffi culty. Ad- er Harbor parking lot. Observation platforms and a Ottawa National Forest information is available National Forest, this waterfall is surrounded by the vanced orienteering skills are required to locate boardwalk trail system can be accessed from trail- in large print upon request from the Forest Super- National Forest. An accessible trail from the Michi- this secluded gem. It is not particularly diffi cult heads located off of County Road 513. Just watch visor’s Offi ce in Ironwood, MI (906) 932-1330, gan roadside park leads under the road and to a terrain, but you should have a good pair of hiking for the signs. Whichever route you choose, hiking TTY 771. viewing area at the top of the falls. Look for the old www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 20 www.lakegogebicarea.com Lake Gogebic Times

Copper Peak

Copper Peak Copper Peak is one of only 5 ski fl ying hills in the world and the only fl ying hill in North Amer- ica. Located near Ironwood, MI. It was built in 1969 with the fi rst ski fl ying event held in 1970. Copper Peak’s ski fl ying endeavors were put on hold in 1994 due to fi nancial constraints. Copper Peak is currently being used as a scenic Adventure Ride operating mid-May through mid- October. The 810-foot chairlift rises 365 feet to the crest of the hill followed by an 18-story elevator ride and then a climb up another eight fl ights to reach the very top. From the upper observation platform, one can view the highest, unobstructed, 360-degree, panoramic vista in the Midwest over- looking nearly 40 miles in every direction. The Adventure Ride is currently creating revenue for the advancement of the Copper Peak project. Cop- per Peak also has a good selection of mountain bike trails and a small gift shop and museum at the base. The Copper Peak Project Ever since closure in 1994, the goal has been to bring ski fl ying back to Copper Peak. In the past few years great strides have been taken to re-es- tablish Copper Peak as the Western Hemisphere’s biggest active ski jump. In the past 3 years, the Copper Peak board has invested more than three quarters of a million dollars on activities prepar- ing for the modern era of ski fl ying competitions. Activities such as, preliminary engineering, geo tech studies, structural review, master planning ex- ercises and business case development have been undertaken. The organization has also engaged fundraising experts, philanthropic organizations, community members, regional tourism agencies, state legislators, the International Ski Federation (FIS), the United States Ski Association (USSA) and USA Nordic. Aiding in these activities are a $25,000 donation from River Valley Bank and a Next Steps $125,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Copper Peak is working on generating the Agriculture and Rural Development. 14-million-dollar capital budget through govern- The specifi c goal is to host annual Summer ment grants, loans and bonds – estimated at 10 Grand Prix Competitions with the fi rst event being million, individual and institutional philanthropy, in September/October of 2019. The current plan is foundations – estimated at 1 million, the Copper for summer jumping only, however, during our de- Peak Founders Circle - estimated at 2 million, and velopments we will not do anything that precludes crowd funding initiatives – estimated at 1 million. or prevents the future possibility of winter jump- The plan is to initiate construction by Spring of ing. Copper Peak’s inrun will be covered with a 2018 to be ready for an event in the Fall of 2019. porcelain track and the landing hill will have plas- Project Update tic matts installed to allow for summer jumping. On September 20, 2017, Copper Peak’s Fun- In addition to up to 3 ski fl ying events per season, draising Co-Chairs, Billy Demong and Bob Jac- Copper Peak will be the only ski fl ying hill in the quart, along with Copper Peak’s Executive Di- world permitted to offer international training rector, John Heilig, made a trip to Lansing, MI to weeks. testify on behalf of the future of Copper Peak. To Regional Economic Impact help get this project off the ground, Senator Tom With this project we are thinking big – with big Casperson sponsored SB 0523, a legislation that ideas comes positive regional economic impact. would steer money from the Convention Facility The construction employment alone will bring in Development Fund to a new Northern Michigan 61 full-time construction jobs for 2 years. Once Regional Tourism and Sports Fund. On September construction commences Copper Peak itself will 26, 2017, Bill SB 0523 passed the Senate Com- bring 4-5 full-time permanent jobs and 60-75 event merce Committee and moved on to the Senate and or seasonal employment positions. The Summer House for full approval. Grand Prix event discussed above will bring with On November 29, 2017, the Copper Peak team it world-wide media attention and 1000’s of people made another trip to Lansing to testify in front of who will need sleeping accommodations, food and the House Competitiveness Committee, if all goes fun. Upgrades at Copper Peak will also create an as planned Copper Peak should have the vote re- excellent event venue for a wide variety of other sults from this committee the week of December 1, activities. For example, at the Utah Olympic Park 2017. Making this attempt at bringing ski jumping in Park City they host events such as the Red Bull to Copper Peak the farthest this project has pro- 400, U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Ski Jumping gressed in over 23 years. and Nordic Combined and Slip ‘n Soar. Copper Keep an eye out on the Copper Peak website Peak will have a long-term impact on the regional and Facebook page to see the most up to date in- economy and will become a tourism focal point. formation on the Copper Peak project.

The World’s Steepest 400M Race Debuts in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Historic Ski Flying Hill ultimate test. Copper Peak for $50.00 per person. Spots are and Recreation Center, “Copper Peak historically is a place where available for 400 registrants among seven dif- Copper Peak, athletes push the limits of athletic ability and ferent registration options: Individual Men’s to Host First Event Since 1994 break records,” said Charlie Supercynski, and Women’s Solo; Red Bull 400 Solo Group President of Copper Peak Board of Directors. Discount (10 participants); Red Bull 400 Indi- For the first time since 1994, Copper Peak, “We were used to seeing people fly off Cop- vidual Ski Patrol / Fire / EMS / Military / Po- the iconic ski flying hill in Ironwood, Michi- per Peak, not sprint up the jump. This brings a lice discount; Individual Men’s and Women’s gan, will once again play host to another in- whole new element of competition and a great Custom Heat Time; Red Bull 400 Heat Buyout ternational competition on May 12, 2018. first event in the start of the revitalization of (corporate option). This time, however, the competition and for- Copper Peak.” The 2018 Red Bull 400 season is set to con- mat will look completely different from what Copper Peak was built in 1969 and held its quer ski jumps across Europe, Asia and North gained the jump worldwide recognition. first International Ski Flying Competition in America, putting racers all over the world un- The event will be none other than Red Bull 1970. From 1970 to 1994, seventeen countries der the most grueling physical pressure they’ll 400, the world’s steepest 400-meter race. The competed at ten international ski competitions ever face. Warm up your leg muscles and gear principle is simple: participants start at the before Copper Peak closed in 1994. In recent up for the hardest 400 meters of your life! bottom of the ski jump and race 400 meters years, Copper Peak has become a popular To learn more about Copper Peak and Red uphill 40 stories to the top of the largest arti- tourist destination as the view from the top Bull 400 watch the trailer here: https://youtu. ficial ski jump tower in the world. The nearly of the jump provides a 360-degree panorama be/1qAtbBLeeI0 vertical race challenges participants’ speed overlooking nearly 40 miles of the Midwest in For registration and race information on and endurance, and is guaranteed to put the every direction. Red Bull 400 Copper Peak visit redbull400. participants’ calves, quads and fitness, to the Registration is now open for Red Bull 400 com

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History, culture, and natural beauty await on treal Ski Trails in Wisconsin to Sunday Lake in mately 7 miles completed thus far. The Friends conduct and partner with commu- the Western Gateway of the Michigan Iron Belle Wakefi eld. On a State level, the overall goal is Looking forward, Phase 3 will reach 3.0 miles nity events like the Annual Mothers’ Day Walk, Trail. Adorned by miles of forest, wetlands, to tie this local trail into the Iron Belle Trail that from Bessemer to Ramsay. Michigan’s Western GRRRRR Bike Ride, Wednesday Community spectacular overlooks of rivers and bluffs, the reaches across the entire state of Michigan. Gateway Trail Authority is fi nalizing agreements Bike Rides and Snowshoe Walks. The Inaugu- Trail passes over multiple railroad bridges and The Gogebic County Iron Belle Trail will be to apply for MDOT Transportation Alternatives ral Bridges and Bluffs Half Marathon and Races takes in historical sites providing a premier rec- part of the North Country Trail, a 1259 mile hik- Program (TAP) and MDNR Trust Fund grants in was held on the Trail in September---a great suc- reational opportunity here in the Western Upper ing trail that reaches across the north half of the the spring of 2018. Grant announcements will cess! Peninsula of Michigan. UP, as well as part of the 774 mile bicycling route be made by the end of 2018 and if successful, The Trail has sparked the interest of those who A non-motorized, four-season trail, the West- that reaches across the south half of the UP. The design would occur in 2019 and construction seek the quality of life the Western U.P. offers, ern Gateway Iron Belle attracts walkers, hikers, DNR states that more than 60% of the trail routes would occur in 2020 for Phase 3 from Bessemer not only to visit, but to reside here, and start new runners, cyclists, skiers, snowshoers, and even are completed. In the UP, the high percentage is to Ramsay. Local match funding for Phase 3 is businesses creating a boost to our local econo- dog-sledders! An example of the rails-to-trails aided by the fact that they will consider US-2 to being provided by Gogebic Range Health Foun- mies and to the growth of our communities. Trail concept, it was built along the abandoned SOO be the fi nal bicycle route for the large distance dation and Western UP Convention and Visi- users can enjoy a craft beer at a new brewery, sip Railroad grade, making for an attractive ten-foot segments between population centers. tors Bureau. Phase 4 from Ramsay to Wakefi eld a latte at a new coffee house, browse the new gift wide, paved surface with a gentle grade, and no Locally to date, Phase 1 of the trail completed is still in the planning stages with an unknown and clothing stores, wander through art studios, blind corners---safely accessible for all ages and 2.5 miles of paved trail through the City of Iron- timeline. and still enjoy all the familiar shops, businesses, abilities to enjoy healthy, outdoor activity. Peo- wood in 2015. Phase 2 built an additional 4.2 Friends of the Trail is a volunteer group of and establishments that have served our area ple in their eighties are buying and riding bikes! miles of paved trail from Ironwood to Bessemer over 60 folks from all the Trail communities— throughout the years and are currently experi- The Gogebic County portion of the Iron Belle in 2016. In the fall of 2017, the City of Hurley Hurley, Ironwood, Bessemer, Ramsay, and encing renewal. Those who have not visited us Trail---known as the Western Gateway---has built approximately ¼ mile of paved trail from Wakefi eld dedicated to the preservation, mainte- in awhile will fi nd that the westernmost tip of the taken decades of planning to get it to where it the Montreal River (state line) to Highway 51 nance, enhancement, and promotion of the West- U.P. is in renaissance! is today. The goal is to locally connect the Mon- in Hurley. This puts the existing trail at approxi- ern Gateway of the Michigan Iron Belle Trail. On Facebook “Friends of the Iron Belle”

Campgrounds on Lake Gogebic

Lake Gogebic State Park on west shore, 8 (can be reserved for a minimum fee), flush toi- ground are available. Info at County Clerk 906- PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS miles south of M28 set in 350 acres of the Ot- lets, boat launch access, playground and a fish- 884-4255. Gogebic Lodge on west shore has 8 sites for tawa National Forest w/about 1 mile of lake ing and swimming pier. Bergland Township Park in Bergland off tents and up to 35’ trailers with 2 full hook-ups frontage. The park has 101 modern campsites The park is open May-September. Non- M28, with 28 campsites (mostly wooded). The and 6 w/water and 30amp electric. Includes w/several pull-thru and 26 semi-modern sites. resident rates: Seasonal $1,300. Monthly $450. beach location (no lifeguard) will allow boat- dump station, laundry, showers, bathrooms Campsites all have picnic tables (with more in Daily $20. ers to park their boats on shore next to the and sauna. the day use area). The camping facilities in- Resident rates: Seasonal $1,025. Monthly Bergland Dock. There is a shower building, Call 906-842-332 for reservations. clude flush toilets, showers, sanitation station, $350. Daily $15. Boat launch access is $2 fee drinking water, sanitation station, flush toilets, Hoop ‘n Holler Tavern on northwest shore on site host, playground, and 20 or 30amp elec- daily, or $10 fee annually. fishing, boat access, electric hookups (30 amp), has 8 fully updated campsites, including city tric hookups. Day use area includes a paved Caretaker will be available from May through baseball field, playground and paved roads. sewer hookup, water, 50amp service, cable TV, boat launch, sandy beach for swimming (no September and contacted at 906-842-3333. Open May-October. Season rates $1,000. free WI-FI, natural sandy beach for swimming, lifeguard), grills, playground, shelter building Prior to park opening, you may make a reser- Monthly $250. Weekly $72. Daily $12. Contact boat dock with area to launch boat on Merri- (available for rent), and a self-guided hiking vation be contacting Forestry & Parks office at township office 906-575-8733 or Wally Saubert weather Creek. Contact George at 906-575- interpretive trail. For info, call 906-842-3341 906-663-4428 or Gogebic County Forestry & 906-364-9611. 5555 for reservations. from May-October. Or 906-885-5275 from Parks Commission, 500 N. Moore St, Bessemer, Silvania Wilderness in Watersmeet, is The Timbers Resort on north shore in Ber- November-April. Reservations can be made by MI 49911. 18,327 acres of old growth forests, and crystal gland has 4 camp sites with electric hookup. calling 1-800-44-PARKS or online www.mid- Ontonagon County Park on west shore (2 clear lakes. Camping is permitted at designat- Call 906-575-3542. www.thetimbersresort. nrreservations.com. miles south of M28), with 45 wooded campsites ed sites by permit only. Designated campsites com. Lake Gogebic County Park on west shore w/picnic tables. A picnic shelter is available at have fire grates and wilderness latrines. Special Hesse’s Vacationland Resort on the Cisco has 53 camp sites, with 28 sites that include wa- the swim beach (no lifeguard). Drinking water fishing regulations apply to Sylvania lakes. For Lakes Chain of 15 lakes on Thousand Island ter and electricity, the remainder w/electricity available from pump. Paved boat launch w/ info or reservations contact the District Ranger Lake has two sites with water, electric & sewer (30 amp). Four pull-thru sites (50 amp). The dock will handle most boats. Fishing, pit toi- at 906-358-4551. Check out www.fs.usda.gov/ hookup, barbeque grill and picnic table. Con- park offers a waste dump station, a pavilion lets, dump station, electric hookups and play- ottawa. tact 906-358-4380 www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 22 www.lakegogebicarea.com Lake Gogebic Times MI-TRALE Projects for 2017 MI-TRALE was very busy in 2017 man- aging multiple large and small trail projects to improve the quality and safety of the trails for the riders. DNR Grant Projects – funding for these projects has been granted to MI-TRALE from the MDNR ORV License Program to manage repairs to the trails. These funds come from your license fees. 40 miles BN Route – Grading, Spot Fill- ing and Reclaiming Project –The project was awarded to Cloverland Trucking from Eagle River WI. The 40 miles of the BN Grading project started in Greenland and ending at the Old Mill Hill Rd in Houghton by Canal St. The project included reclaiming surface material from the sides of the trails and bringing it back onto the trail, fi lling holes, and leveling all road and bridge ap- proaches. Work started August 12thand was fi nished September 15th. Spot fi lling Holes and Bridges Ap- proaches – LL Route – Steep bridge ap- proaches at Bluff Creek by the Mystery Light were graded and fi ll was brought in for each side. Three holes were fi lled south of Watersmeet SB Route Agate and Jumbo Trestle bridge approaches were fi lled and graded. IM Route 2 large holes were fi lled west of Watersmeet. OR Route Signing Project – MI-TRALE Drainage Problem Repair on LL Route working together with our partners, North Ottawa Property 7500ft – This area be- Country Snowmobile Club, and a contractor came a very muddy and impassable at the with a mini excavator with a power auger end of 2016 due to weather conditions and installed 78 posts/signs so the trail could be heavy use, needing remediation ASAP. We inspected and offi cially opened. started the project in November 2016. At Culverts - we installed 2 on the BN that time we installed a culvert in one sec- Route, 2 on the IM Route, 2 on the OR tion, ditching was started, got the trail el- Route, plus one very large culvert (110’x6’) evated through the area and created a broad on the OR Route, and another very large cul- based dip for drainage in a 2nd section. We vert (50’x5’) on the SB Route scheduled for completed 75% of this project before the replacement in 2018. snow came in 2016. Due to multiple delays South End Re-Route of the P Trail – we now plan on having this trail reopened in After several years of planning with the Ot- summer of 2018. In order to open the trail tawa National Forest, we will be re-routing for the 2017season we received a permit for the Pioneer trail located just North of Ber- a temporary highway Right Of Way (ROW) gland from the famous wet area up to a high from MDOT on US45 in Paulding to make ridge to the west. It is a beautiful new route a connector to keep the trail open. This proj- up through a hard wood forest that you will ect wouldn’t have happened without our enjoy. You will see signing showing the new cooperative partnership with the DNR and route and how to reconnect back to the SB the Ottawa National Forest (ONF) working Route. together. The ONF supplied all the fi ll and In addition to the reroute, we are working in 2018. Portions of the trail will be closed Branch of the Ontonagon River. MI-TRALE gravel giving the contractor access to their with the Ottawa to develop a new trail head with a reroute posted in the spring of 2018 participated by installing detour signs for a pit. ONF also provided us with their special- at the south end where you can unload your while construction is being completed. temporary re-route. This work is completed, ists when we created the plan and helped us ATV. This has been a work in progress for Spring & Summer DNR Designated signage has been removed and the bridge is supervise the project. several years, but with the reroute it allowed Route & Trail Maintenance – Each year beautiful OR Route Re-surfacing – this is a new this project to be implemented. before the season begins (May) and towards All of these projects require a lot of time to 12 mile route on an abandoned railroad RAC and DNR Pioneer Norwich Road the end of summer (August) MI-TRALE manage to ensure completion and a safe ride grade running from Ontonagon to Rockland. to Old Victoria Project - A major remedia- has formal trail inspections & maintenance for you. Please do your part by respecting The tracks were removed leaving us with tion of the Pioneer is long overdue, and this we perform on the 350 miles of DNR trails. the working areas and thanking the workers the ballast material for a surface which is is the year to complete this section. With the This includes checking all signage, brushing with a wave. not suitable for a multi-use route. We sent dual source funding we will be able to re- around signs, intersections, bridges and re- You can help us by volunteering a few out bid packages to large road repair com- store this total section of trail back to what moving anything that is sticking out on the hours or days to make sure that the trails are panies to prepare the surface for additional it was when it was built. The work involves trail. We would welcome your support of safe for the next rider. It will not take much material to be applied in the future. Angelo culvert replacement and resetting, fi lling low this work. time, and you could make a difference in a Luppino Inc. was awarded the contract. The areas and adding surface material, ditching, DNR Funded and Managed – SB Route safe ride for someone else. work started and completed in July. The sur- and crowning. This project was started in Bridge rebuild in Ewen: The DNR rebuilt the Please contact our Trail Manager – 906- face is now ready for a fi nal surface capping the fall of 2017 and scheduled to be fi nished bridge this summer located over the South 827-3208 planned for 2019.

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If you were fortunate to read the 2017 Gogebic Times, you know a bit about MI-TRALE and what we provide for you. If you missed that opportunity, here is a brief review. MI-TRALE is an BN ROUTE BEFORE organization that supports and provides family fun trails in the western UP for ATVs, equestrians, peddlers, paddlers, and hikers. Many of these trails can be reached from the Lake Gogebic Area. To help you fi nd and enjoy these trails, we publish a “Trail Guide for the West- ern UP” which can be purchased from local services or from www.mi-trale. org. In 2017 MI-TRALE opened a new 35 mile long connector to Wisconsin, called the LL trail. It connects the town of Land O’ Lakes to the SB trail, near Bruce Crossing. In 2018 we will be opening the new 12 mile connector from Ontonagon to Rockland. This is important trail addition as this will allow the users to get access to Lake BN ROUTE Superior and to services within the vil- AFTER lage of Ontonagon. Another new trail section to be open in the spring of 2018 is the just com- pleted “Ridge” connector located just North of Bergland. This 3.2 mile con- nector will replace a section of the Pio- neer trail that ran through a very wet LL ROUTE AFTER section of land located on the Ottawa LL ROUTE BEFORE National Forest. The new ridge section runs through a beautiful area of hard- woods with streams and some rocky terrain, all providing a great outdoor experience for all types of user recre- ation. As part of this new trail section there is a new trailhead for vehicle and trailer parking. This is located on FR502 just north of M28, about 1.5 miles east of Bergland. You should check it out. If you have access to the Multi- use Trails Guide, you can take a look at pages 111, 115,116, 117, 118, and 120 for planned rides from Bergland. The rides are from 30 to 256 miles in length. They have been designed to provide you and your family with a variety of outdoor experiences. As you use the trail system look for water falls, historic sites, and scenic over looks. The trail system maintained by MI- TRALE provides you access to Hough- ton, Baraga, Sidnaw, Ontonagon, and White Pine. From Houghton you can go north to Copper Harbor, make sure to stop at points of interest along the way. If you are an equestrian rider, then you must stop and try out the Courtney Equestrian Trails located near Court- ney Lake on M38, just east of Green- land. The area contains about 14 miles of marked trails on sandy soil taking you through a mix of diversifi ed for- est vegetation. There is parking for ve- SB EWEN hicles and trailers. Throughout the year, monthly out- BRIDGE ings/events are held, including several BEFORE annual rides. This year MI-TRALE has schedules the following rides: 7th Annual State Park Off Road Trek (SPORT) Ride on June 09, 2018. The ride details will be available on the MI- TRALE web site. (www.mi-trale.org ) 11th Annual Senior Fall Color Ride is scheduled for September 28, 2017. The ride details will be available on the MI-TRALE web site. (www.mi-trale. org ) 5th Annual Fall Camp-n-Ride with Horses: Date to be announced. The ride details will be available on the MI- TRALE web site. (www.mi-trale.org ) In addition to the annual scheduled rides MI-TRALE offers monthly club rides that are open to the public. The ride details will be available on the MI- TRALE web site. (www.mi-trale.org ) SB EWEN BRIDGE AFTER Ride Right, Ride Safe and Tread Lightly

www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 24 www.lakegogebicarea.com Lake Gogebic Times Support LAKE GOGEBIC – HARD WATER! By Barry Drews The State Bear’s Nine Pines Many visitors to our area have seen Lake Gogebic with miles of open water and fi nd Snowmobile it hard to believe that it can actually freeze over completely to allow fi shermen to travel about on its surface for several months of the Association year. Some of those folks dream of trying the hard water season, while other hard-core ice Of The anglers dream of coming back time and time again. Recent weather patterns have made fi rst State ice predictions rather hard to give a specifi c time for the kickoff of the season. In years past, early ice on the bays may have come as Where You early as mid- November to early December, while recent years we nearly did not have safe ice until almost January! Ride You will always fi nd those early risk tak- ers venturing out for that fi rst bite! Please be By Gail Scott safe and check locally before heading out on the bays as they will freeze over long before Many of our snowmobilers here in the the main lake ice. On such a large lake, this Western UP hail from other states. Per- will be the cause of varied ice depth reports haps your state has very few groomed that can change quickly. trails or you don’t get a decent snow Snowmobile travel is always your best cover to ride. Everyone in the snowmo- choice on Lake Gogebic due to the heavy bile community knows that Michigan snows we will normally receive prior to a has the best trails – especially here in good freeze up. This insulates the ice for- the UP and the Western UP. Also I might mation and causes the ice to sink just like a add, at a very reasonable cost. large ice cube, causing water to seep to the The Michigan Snowmobile Associa- surface and form slush. tion is the backbone of our snowmo- Of course, ATV travel is also popular, but biling program. True, the Michigan most of the time is limited to early season DNR holds the purse strings through before the snow gets to deep, and again in our snowmobile grant program, but the the spring (usually in March) when snow MSA is your watchdog, keeping you depth retreats and allows wheeled travel on informed, and promoting safe and re- the ice surface once again. sponsible use. However, most impor- Good old fashioned boots on the ground tantly MSA defends your right to ride (or ice) can be your fashion, but snowmo- Vincent & Gabriel Trolla in Lansing, Washington and on the in- biles will always work over the course of the ternational level. It is a constant battle hard water season. Local businesses also rent are fi shing. An example would be, anglers the lake where the main food source, the against those who would like motorized snow machines if you do not have one. Or, working the north bay and locating fi sh all wiggler lives. sports out of and off public land. maybe you can borrow one from a friend. winter long. While other areas in the lake Lake ice brings a special type of visitor It is extremely important to have Anglers will target the prized perch and with smaller bays will fi nd anglers and fi sh to the lake, the perch fanatic! They come in support from all who ride in Michigan walleye along with northern pike during the moving to deeper water as the season pro- March and sometimes into April, if the ice whether you live here or not. The cost ice season. Early ice will fi nd anglers in the gresses. holds out. These anglers know that their prey is very reasonable for all the Michigan bays fi shing three feet to ten feet as the ice Many times by the end of December or will begin to school up and migrate towards Snowmobile Association does for you. thickens. Walleye will be your target at this early January, you will fi nd anglers work- the spawning areas, which can improve their Please fi ll out your application today. time with sucker minnows rigged below a ing twenty feet to thirty feet depths for both catch. Those anglers looking for both perch There is power in numbers and MSA tip-up. Or, you may like to jig with a Rapala walleye and perch. They will be fi shing and walleye must come before March 15, as needs your membership. More informa- or Spoon in these shallow depths. mostly over the mud as this is when those that is when walleye season closes. tion can be found on the MSA website at Lake Gogebic is such a large lake, it prize jumbo perch begin taking wigglers So, rig your lines, grab your gear, the por- msasnow.org. can almost be described as lakes within a fi shed with small ice jigs or jigging Rapala’s table shanty, and give the hard water season lake, depending on the part of the lake you just off the bottom in the vast mud fl ats of a try here at Lake Gogebic! Join the MSA to save Michigan Snowmobile Trails!

I came across this phrase yesterday, It is great that you follow the Facebook have closed forever. MSA is consistently of down. ‘fender skirts’. A term I haven’t heard page so closely and keep yourself aware working on your recreation, we need you Every year in the September issue of in a long time, and thinking about ‘fend- of what is going on with snowmobiling to be part of the solution! $25.00 a year MI Snowmobile News, I recap the previ- er skirts’ started me thinking about other on the surface however we need you to will keep your voice heard! ous season and our snowmobile trail im- words that quietly disappear from our also realize that with a bigger membership We all need the MSA, and we all should provement program. The numbers are the language with hardly a notice, like ‘curb comes a bigger voice! be willing to support it both fi nancially worst we’ve seen. If changes aren’t made feelers’ and ‘steering knobs’. (AKA) and through our membership! Join on the in terms of revenue, cuts will be made to ‘suicide knob/neckers knobs’. Didn’t Our legislators need to know website at www.msasnow.org the snowmobile program next year. Let me you ever wait at the street for your daddy you are paying attention! say that again, cuts will HAVE to be made to come home so you could ride the ‘run- A Look at Last Year’s Dismal Season! in the snowmobile program. ning board’ up to the house? MSA has many irons in the fi re, MSA is Yes, 2017 trail permit will go up, by So many changes in society! So many still meeting with the DNR to help further There is no easy way to say it, last year law, using the last fi ve year’s Consum- changes to the snowmobile program! the program and work through the issues was the worse snow season organized ers Price Index (CPI). It will increase to Where did all these trails come from? Did at hand with reroutes and closures. When snowmobiling has had in Michigan in $48. Taking into account the current sales our DNR put them in? After all they help a trail closes we can’t simply let it remain years. There wasn’t a lot of snow. Trail trends, that is not enough to sustain the to care for the states recreation…I can tell closed. Had MSA not alerted the member- permit sales were down, and the number program as it is today. Cuts are going to you it was not the DNR that put the trails ship, the trail to Miners Castle might just of snowmobile fatalities were up instead have to be made. in! It was and is hundreds and hundreds of volunteers and thousands of hours of labor! How is it that we can still ride on (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((
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www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 25 Lake Gogebic Times www.lakegogebicarea.com Marenisco Opens New Pavilion A new pavilion in Donald McKenzie bathrooms, a small gathering room and Memorial Park in Marenisco will be the a serving room with a sink and counter site of many community activities, includ- space. ing this summer’s Marenisco Heritage There are two major trails involved. Days concert. Trail 1 runs north and south; north to Ber- It also has a day-to-day use as a so- gland up to Silver City and south to con- called trailhead facility, with heated re- nect to Wisconsin trails at Presque Isle. strooms and a service kitchen, as well as Trail 2 runs east and west from Crystal a small warming room, with two picnic Falls to Hurley. tables. The trailhead parking is busy with Jeff Kakuk, in charge of the trails effort snowmobile trailers during the winter across the region for the Michigan Depart- weekends and is busy again with ATV ment of Natural Resources has pointed out trailers, especially in the fall, according to that the trail system now enables trail rid- police chief, Bruce Mahler. ers to get east to Iron Mountain from Mar- A skating rink covers the picnic area enisco. Eventually, trails will link in the during the winter months. Other park fea- other direction also. tures include a walking trail, a veteran’s The pavilion is a multi-use facility, of- memorial and an old steam engine on fering a 40’ x 50’ covered picnic area with display from the former Kimberly Clark a 40’ x 32’ enclosed building, offering sawmill. Felivelife.org is your portal to Western U.P. A new calendar on the web that will put ture, beauty, community, and economy. you in touch with the fun things to do and So whatever your interests, you can drill see in Western U.P. down to those samplings. It will put you on the doorsteps of Go- Looking for adventure, there is some- gebic and Iron counties. thing for season of the year. Clicking on The website has events categorized to “beauty” will give you maps and info for get you where you want to go! Listed are various scenic sites to visit. There is info community events, entertainment, arts & on local, regional and state agencies and culture, health & fi tness, food, garden & others to help you start and grow a busi- nature, motorsports, and silent sports. ness. Everything is there to encourage The website also has listings for adven- viewers to live life to its fullest! CASA da LAGO... (House on the Lake) Lodging on Lake Gogebic

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Log Onto Our Website At www.casadalago.com email us: [email protected] For Reservations Call 906-575-3479 www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 26 www.lakegogebicarea.com Lake Gogebic Times Facts About Snowmobiling from Ed Klim As we begin the 2017-18 snowmobiling places of North America, snowmobilers season, we thought you may be interested pay the bills for many people involved in in the following facts while you are prepar- the Winter Tourism Industries and related ing to go ride this season: businesses. ~ To help snowmobilers promote their • Snowmobilers come in all ages. sport, the snowmobile manufacturers have • The average snowmobiler however, is created a number of supporting communi- 44 years old. cation tools. • The age breakdown is as follows: ~ We have created a Dropbox where in- • 8% are under 18 years old terested individuals can access the most • 10% are 18-29 years old current family friendly snowmobile pho- • 27% are 30 - 44 years old tos. (Just click on this link: https://www. • 28% are 45-59 years old dropbox.com/sh/s62ks66ev4nf3p1/AAB- • 19% are 60-69 years old hjTBxVc5QS-Mdd6gjojDya?dl=0 ) We • 8% are 70 years old and up encourage people to use these photos in the development of trail maps, advertising As you can see, snowmobilers make up pieces, or just fl yers supporting a snow- all segments of the population! mobiling activity. The photos are free and can be used in promoting recreation family ~ The average snowmobile snowmobiler snowmobiling. last season rode 1,125 miles / 1,891 kilo- ~ Also, ISMA has created a Facebook meters. The number of miles ridden, on page www.Facebook.com/GoSnowmobil- average, is dependent on snow cover, so we ing . If you are on Facebook and want to will see if Mother Nature brings us more see snowmobiling posts, please FOLLOW days of snow for riding this season. our page. You can also share your snow- ~ 58% of snowmobilers belong to a club mobiling pictures, events, etc. on our page and participate in many of their club’s and they will be viewed by followers from events. If you do not belong to a snowmo- around the world! bile club, I recommend you consider join- ~ We have two websites: www.snowmo- ing! Clubs hold great riding events, great Vincent & Gabriel Trolla bile.org and www.gosnowmobiling.org that parties, and are made up of wonderful peo- contain a lot of information, links, down- ple that become great friends. Join a club ists all year around. Following is a list of • 19% go Personal Watercraft Riding loadable materials, etc. to help support you and have a great time!!! recreational activities that snowmobilers • 17% go Downhill Skiing and educate you on key issues related to ~ About 50% of the people that snowmo- participate in when they aren’t out riding: • 14% do other recreational Activities snowmobiling and help you better know bile, trailer their snowmobile to their riding the activities going on. Our websites are area. The other 50% ride from their home • 56% go Camping Yes, we are a year around active group! connected to other websites around the or cabin. • 55% go Boating ~ Approximately 75% of the snowmobil- world including all of the United States and ~ Snowmobiling is a family friendly • 55% go Fishing ers are male. Canadian State and Provincial Snowmobile activity. 96% of all those responding to • 54% go ATV Riding ~ Snowmobilers are a big part of the Associations which contain all of the local surveys report that they snowmobile with • 47% go Hunting winter economic engine by spending an information that you may need. family and with friends and with club mem- • 30% go Hiking average of $2000 each year going snow- The winter outlook is looking good for bers. • 29% go Motorcycle Riding mobiling, traveling to their snowmobiling snowmobiling and we are looking forward ~ Snowmobilers are outdoor recreation- • 26% go Golfi ng spot, and food, gas, and lodging. In many to a great season! Lake Lake GogebicGogebic VacationVacation HomesHomes

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(Originally by Gail Scott) your tank is full when you leave and don’t pass What’s your pleasure? Are you a fi rst-time up a gas stop to top off your tank unless you visitor? Do you need to rent a sled and cloth- are positive your sled will make it to the next ing to try out snowmobiling for the fi rst time? fuel stop. Many areas do not have cell service. Are you returning to the area to enjoy the snow It is good to have a GPS along if you are rid- and want to relive snowmobiling again and ing in unfamiliar areas. Be prepared before need equipment? Are you a seasoned traveler you leave with a plan and advise your host of and are saddle bagging? Do you want a family your plans. This is snowmobiling at it best in vacation with something for everyone in the the wilds of the Western UP, but ride safe and clean fresh air? Is a quiet retreat your bag? We smart. have it ALL for you to enjoy. Lake Gogebic ~Maps are available at most businesses is a great area to base your visit and you can and the map cost is a donation for the local explore it all from here. Snowmobile trails are grooming club. Please make sure the map just out your door – no navigating congested boxes where you get your maps are offi cial areas to get to the “GOOD PART”. Gogebic Area Grooming Donation/map boxes The trails in and around Lake Gogebic spi- when you are in the Lake Gogebic area. The der out in all directions. On the snowmobile maps have different colors marking the trails map in the center of this publication you will to designate the various clubs that groom those see different colors indication the different particular trails. Also note that the even num- clubs responsible for grooming the trails. The bered trails go east and west. The odd num- powder blue indicates the 151 miles of trail that bered trails go north and south. There are also is the responsibility of Gogebic Area Groom- GPS coordinates and mileages as well as gas ing. In these 151 miles you will experience all stops indicated on the maps. It is a good idea types of riding from winding trails, gorgeous to check locally if there has been a reroute of a vistas, rail grades, and gentle hills. We have trail for some reason. it all regardless of your expertise. Remember, Now that we have sparked your interest in you don’t have to own a sled to enjoy this; we joining as this winter, consider this: Will you can provide whatever you need. be bringing friends, family or a club? Do they DAY RIDES want to ride every day? Do some want to do There are day rides that will satisfy most ev- other things like snowshoe, shop, ski (downhill eryone. or cross-country? Or just veg-out? Do you ~Circling the lake has some changes this want to eat out or have a kitchen? What time season. Trail 13 at the Root Cellar Resort & of year do you want to visit? We can help you Restaurant on the East Shore is now routed ies in mileage depending on where you start. you could continue east to Sidnaw on Trail 8 by offering a relaxing or exciting, friendly ex- onto East Shore Road going north for 8 miles This is a winding in-the-woods trail. But have and then ride south to Watersmeet via Trail 107 perience. If you can’t fi nd the right fi t within until signs get you onto Trail 8 which goes east lunch in Marenisco and ride another 12 miles and 2. Taking Trail 2 west to 13N will put you the pages of this publication, please call 1-888- and west (either to Bergland or Ewen). Trail to the Wisconsin Border. (If you venture into back at the lake. Watch for deer along Trail 2 464-3242 and we will help you arrange the 1 on the west side of lake heading north ends Wisconsin out of state riders must purchase west of Watersmeet. best trip ever. We are a 4-Season destination at the West Shore Resort. If you want to get a $50. Trail pass. Wisconsin residents don’t BE PREPARED so we’d love to see you any time of the year to the Hoop ‘n Holler or Bergland, you need need a trail permit if their sled is registered.) ~Remember, many of these trails are far after you have discovered us on a snowmobile! to get on the lake and run 6 miles north to the ~Riding east on Trail 8 from Bergland is rail from civilization, gas and food. Make sure Hoop to pick up the trail system again. Both grade to Bruce Crossing that parallels M28. of these re-routes were thrust upon us from the Round trip is about 32 miles. logging companies early in December. Trail ~West out of Bergland on Trail 8 takes you EWEN BUILDING SUPPLY 100 is closed again for another year due to to Wakefi eld where you can get gas and eat. logging with no re-route for it other than East About ½ of this trail parallels M28. If you 19834 State Hwy M-28 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7am-5pm Shore Road and Stagecoach Road, which are travel beyond Wakefi eld you will go through Ewen, MI 49925 Sat.: 8am-3pm; Sun. 9am-1pm both legal for snowmobile traffi c. This is a fair- Bessemer and on to Ironwood and the Wis- website: www.ewenbuilding.doitbest.com (906) 988-2385 ly good family ride as it is not real challenging consin border. Round trip from Bergland to and there are several places you can stop to eat Wakefi eld and back is about 32 miles. email: [email protected] Fax (906) 988-2535 and warm up! ~Again, after checking locally, you can use EXPANDED TRIPS Home Center for all of your building, appliance, hardware, the lake to familiarize yourself with your ma- All of the day rides can be expanded for hearth and household needs. chine and give the youngsters time to acclimate your individual liking. Shop Online! Appliances Featuring to riding. Be sure they are dressed warmly. ~If you expand on northbound 1 or 13, you We Handle Gas, Wood ~Go north out of Bergland up to Trail 1 to can ride to Ontonagon and/or Rockland and Silver City and the famous Porcupine Moun- on to Mass City via Trail 3 to see the famous Stoves and Fireplaces tains. Take your camera on this one, the views Firesteel Trestles off the Bill Nichols Trail. are world famous and Lake Superior is gor- These trestles are NOT to be missed. The for- geous and wild. A restaurant and gas are avail- mer railroad trestles are now maintained for able in White Pine and a restaurant in Silver snowmobiles and ATV’s. They soar 100’s of City. Check out the Porcupine Mountains Vis- feet over deep gorges and offer dizzing beauti- itor Center a they have many family activities ful vistas. in winter too. Circle your return on trails 11, ~Expanding on the eastbound trip from 102, and 8 back to Bergland. 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HAPPENING’S IN THE WESTERN U.P. BARAGA Gogebic County Fair Civil War Encampment year fi shermen can actually fi sh in small boats as the fi sh are close to shore yet. www.baragacounty.org August 9-12, 2018 History comes alive in July at Fort Wilkins State Park on US-41 just east So, come and cast a line in hopes of catching a beautiful lake trout! The www.gogebiccountyfair.org of Copper Harbor. Battery D, 1st Michigan Light Artillery, a Civil War era lure starts a circle of ripples on the water. Some years ago, Larry and Diane Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament The 97th Annual County Fair Celebration with high quality entertain- living history group returns to Fort Wilkins for a weekend encampment. The Greig, owners of Greig’s Taxidermy and Tackle, took their love of fi shing, and Saturday July 21, 2018 ment and a fun fi lled, action packed fair experience! Gate fee is $10 per day weekend event is open to park visitors from 8 am to 8 pm on Friday and cast the idea of a trout tournament on Lake Superior to support the Ontonagon Held at the L’Anse Golf Club. Best ball, 4 person team scramble. The for Thursday and $12 per day for Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Children 3 Saturday, and 8 am to 4 pm on Sunday. Battery D will interpret army life of Cancer Association. The positive ripples continue today! The Greig’s had three separate divisions are men, women and mixed. Cash prizes, 50/50 raf- and under are free. Season passes are available for $30. Fee includes all the period demonstrating artillery and small arms drills, period cooking and experienced cancer with friends and family members. They wanted to do fl e, and bucket raffl e. Lunch is included. Registration is from 8:30 - 9:30 am the entertainment offered, Small Stage, All Purpose Building, all mechanical soldiers’ pastimes. A Michigan Recreation Passport or a day pass is required something to help especially since all the money raised is used locally. with tee off at 9:30 am. Fee is $200 per team. Open to all. For further details rides in the carnival and Grandstand shows. There is something for everyone. for entrance into the park. For more information, contact 906-289-4215 or In 2005, the Greig’s got a few sponsors, a few teams, donated prizes, and email [email protected] or call 906.353.8808. Thursday: Youth Challenge followed by the traditional Marty’s Goldenaires. fortwilkensnha.org/events.html started what is now a very successful event with a far-reaching ripple! Ev- Continuing the rest of the weekend with Music, Mud Run, Pie Auction, Har- ery year the tournament gets bigger with more sponsors, more teams, more Garden Tour ness Racing, Horse Shows, Vendor booths, and so much more! Eagle Harbor Art Fair prizes and more money for the cancer association. Participants come from Friday July 27, 2018 August 11 & 12, 2018 lower Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota and across the U.P. Promoting tour- The inaugural Garden Tour hosted by the Baraga County Chamber of Jack Frost Festival St. Peters by the Sea on M-26 in Eagle Harbor hosts the annual Eagle ism and fi shing are the top priority for the community and critical to the local Commerce. The event will take place from 4 – 9pm at various gardens in Chamber for info: 906-932-1122 Harbor Art Fair the second weekend in August. For information and entry economy. The tournament is a terrifi c way to highlight Ontonagon and kick the community. Live music, artists and refreshments will be located at the Facebook page: Jack Frost Festival forms call 906-337-1252 or www.ccaartists.org off the summer season! gardens. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at www.baragacounty.org or November 14 to January 27 The fourth year of the tournament brought a new twist to the event with by calling 906.353.8808. Maps will be provided. Celebrating the return of Winter to the North Country, Ironwood’s Jack Heritage Celebration the 1st Annual BBQ Cook Off. Tom Domitrovich, along with several of his Frost Festival is a two-month-long series of events and community happen- The annual Heritage Celebration takes place on the third weekend in Au- fi shing and BBQ buddies, decided to try a BBQ contest. It was great! Five Third Annual Baraga County Beer Fest ings. Kicking off with an outdoor “Jack Frost Tree-Lighting” ceremony on gust in Agassiz Park on 4th Street in Calumet. Activities begin with a break- team’s competed and 200 people were served! Teams competed with a variety Saturday October 6, 2018 Nov. 14th in Downtown Ironwood’s Depot Park, and continuing until the 27th fast featuring ethnic food followed by the horseshoe tournament, a parade, of bar-b-cue recipes including, chili, chicken, ribs and so much more! Every Come enjoy an afternoon of beer tasting, music and food at the beautiful of January with the annual “Light Up the Night” Christmas tree burning event Coppertown USA Museum open house, live music, guided trolley and horse- year gets bigger and better with more teams, coming from far and near and a L’Anse Waterfront Park located on the shores of Keweenaw Bay. More at the Norrie Club, the Festival highlight is the annual “Jack Frost Parade” drawn wagon tours, old-fashioned children’s games, traditional artists/craft- larger variety of food to sample and enjoy! The BBQ Cook-Off will be on than 100 varieties of craft and local beer will be offered for sampling and on Saturday, December 1, 2018. Over 40 lighted fl oats and performing units ers, food vendors and the Great Deer Chase Mountain Bike Race. For more Saturday, May 20, purchase, in addition to all the customary favorites. Admittance to the event (including the famous “Snow Shovel Drill Team”) personally led by Mr. Jack information call Main Street Calumet at 906-337-6246. Tournament Schedule: is limited to age 21 and over. Event is held rain or shine. Tickets available Frost mark the offi cial start of the Winter season. May 18 - Powder Puff Tournament in advance for $25 at www.baragacounty.org and at the door. For further Houghton County Fair May 19 - Lake Trout Classic from 5:30am-3pm (et) details, email [email protected], visit our facebook page Downtown Ironwood First Fridays August 23-26, 2018 May 20 – Tournament from 5:30am-2pm or call 906.353.8808. felivelife.org The Houghton County Fair is held the last full weekend of August at the 3:00pm – Awards Presentation Downtown Ironwood businesses and organizations mark the start of a new Houghton County Fairgrounds off Birch Street in Hancock. Exhibits, carnival, First Place Prize, $1200. with varying cash prizes down to 8th place. Art Gallery month on the First Friday of each month. As part of this event, businesses stay demolition derby, logging show, draft horse pull and much, much more. For Daily “Big Fish” category prize of $200. Baraga County Chamber of Commerce offi ce is the host to an art gal- open late, and you also might fi nd pop-up crafts, live music, special First Fri- information call the fair offi ce at 906-482-6200 or www.houghtoncountyfair. Major sponsor for 2017 is Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital and proceeds On- lery featuring original work by local artists that are available for purchase. day IronwoodGo deals, and performances at the Historic Ironwood Theatre. com. tonagon County Cancer Association. Contact Larry Greig at 906-884-2770 Opening reception is held at the beginning of each new show and the gal- Check out our community calendar at: felivelife.org or greigstackleshop.com. lery is open during the Chamber’s business hours at 2 East Broad Street in Winter Carnival L’Anse. Please check with the Chamber offi ce at 906.353.8808 for current Old Depot Farmer’s and Artisan’s Market February 8-11, 2018 Copperfest hours and opening reception details. End of June through October The Michigan Tech University Winter Carnival takes place on the campus Ontonagon County, the original home of the historic “Copper Boulder”. Ironwood’s Depot park is home to the Farmer’s and Artisans market (like and at various Houghton/Hancock locations in early February. Events include Copperfest is sponsored by the Ontonagon County Chamber of Com- BESSEMER us on Facebook!). Each Friday from 4:00-6:30pm local vendors set-up shop the famous snow statues, sporting events, the queen contest, a torch light pa- merce in the town of Ontonagon, on the shore of Lake Superior. Some of www.bessemerchamber.org under the park pavilion where a wide range of produce, baked goods, and rade, fi reworks, the Sno-Ball and more. For more information contact Blue the events taking place are: mine tours, trail rides, wine tasting, pasty eating craft items can be purchased. Each market has a theme/activity as well, so Key National Honor Fraternity at 906-487-2818 contest, carnival, games for all ages, music entertainment, along with copper Bessemer Blast you might fi nd a blacksmithing demonstration, live bluegrass music, or even www.mtu.edu/carnival products & jewelry vendors. www.ontonagonmi.org. June 26-July 4, 2018 glass-blowing in addition to great baked goods and fresh vegetables! Meet The U.P’s Best 4th of July Celebration! All week long we have seen our local growers, enjoy the park, visit the Depot museum, and celebrate summer Great Bear Chase Ontonagon County Fair community join in the fun at our many events and activities for ALL AGES! in the U.P. March 10, 2018 July 27-29, 2018 Music, Food, Family Fun Events for every age. Toss some 3 pointers in our The Annual Great Bear Chase Ski Marathon is held in early March. The fair will once again offer a variety of activities this year at the Ad- 3on3 Basketball Tournament. Give our Street Bowling a Roll, Grab some Miners Memorial Heritage Park Choose between the 26-km and the 50-km freestyle races, the 26-km or 50-km venture Mountain Fairground in Greenland, starting at 10am (et). distance with the Sling Shot Water Balloon Launch. Take a break at the www.fmmhp.com classic races, the 14km freestyle race or the new Snow Bike Race. Registra- Arts & Crafts Exhibits, Demonstrations, Lumberjack Breakfast, Outdoor Salad Luncheon. Get an aerial view with a helicopter ride and then boogie This 167 acre wilderness park in Ironwood is dedicated to the many folks tion and more information are available on the web at www.greatbearchase. Adventure Run/Walk, Livestock, Poultry, Chainsaw Competition, 4-H Mock down at the Street Dance! 50/50 Raffl e! who spent countless hours working underground within the mining areas of com Rodeo, Kids Games, Antique Tractor Show, Concessions and more family Happy 4th activities – Rise and Shine w/Poncho’s Memorial Salute! Ironwood. The park and trail offer four-season exercise and recreational ven- fun! Give it your all in the Family Games and Races that morning, get those ues for all to enjoy through its 2.6 miles of trails for walking, hiking, biking or Clean Snowmobile Challenge kiddo’s ready for the area’s largest Kid’s Parade and be sure to stop by City snowshoeing and skiing in the winter months. The trail winds thru the rustic The Clean Snowmobile Challenge, hosted by Michigan Tech University, Labor Day Celebration Hall to check out the fi re trucks! The Bessemer Volunteer Fire Dept. is area in the center of Ironwood that were former iron ore mining locations, comes to Houghton in early March and is an intercollegiate design competi- August 31-Sept 3, 2018 giving away Free hot dogs and refreshments. Finish up your Geocache and known locally as the caves area. Hikes are often hosted during the spring and tion that challenges engineering students to re-engineer an existing snowmo- The Ontonagon Labor Day Weekend celebration opens Friday with a get ready to be entertained. Get your prime curb real estate and enjoy our summer beginning at Lorenson Field on Ayer Street. bile for improved emissions and noise while maintaining or improving the community picnic at Riverside Park. Enjoy dancing with “Borderline” at the pre-parade Dance Showcase, Bessemer Marching Band and the Car Cruise Trail entrance: From Hwy 2, turn south at the light on Lake St. Drive to performance characteristics of the original snowmobile. Ontonagon Recreation Center from 9pm-12pm (et). before our Giant 4th parade! When darkness falls our night sky is going to the stop sign on Ayer Street and turn left. After the bus garage, turn right into The public is invited to the Grand Opening Event and the Polaris Ac- Saturday is “Maxwell Street Days” with lots of vendors and car show. light up with our fantastic Thunder on the Mountain Fireworks! Like us on the baseball fi eld parking lot. The entrance to trail is to the west. celeration and Objective Handling events, both at the Keweenaw Research There will be prize drawings thru-out the day on River Street from 9am-4pm. Facebook: Bessemer 4th of July Center adjacent to the Houghton County Memorial Airport off US-41 between On Sunday, Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital hosts the Ed Hansen 10K and Or www.bessemer4th.com Art in the Miners Park Hancock and Calumet. They can also view the Static Display. There is an 5K Run. The race starts at the Fire Hall at 10am. Register from 8am to Opens June 23 endurance run to Copper Harbor & an Awards Banquet at the Memorial Union 9:45am. There will be prizes and trophies! Labor Day Festival Parade is at 40th Annual Bessemer Pumpkinfest The Friends of the Miners Memorial Heritage Park outdoor art exhibition Building Ballroom. For banquet tickets call 906-487-2750. For more informa- 2pm. Floats and bands with cash prizes for best in several divisions. Welcome to the Great Pumpkin! Come, celebrate Fall opening ceremony takes place at the Miners Trailhead on East Ayer St on tion contact Jay at 906-487-2750 or [email protected]. From 4pm – 10pm, Community Fest at recreation Building with great September 26-30 Sunday, June 24 at 1pm. Artists will be on hand to meet the public and food, music, games and drawing of the big 50/50 ticket at 8pm. Celebrate another fun-fi lled family event. Festivities begin Thursday greet visitors at their installations on the Art in the Miners Park trail. Many Copper Dog 150 On Monday (Labor Day) is the Kiddies Parade at 1pm, with cash and evening with the Chamber’s “Business After 5” social. Also starting on of the art installations will remain in place through the Gogebic County Fair March 2-4, 2018 prizes for kids! Thursday are the 50/50 raffl e, poker run and geo-caching. The Poker Run in August to inspire repeat visitors and summer travelers. For info call 906- The CopperDog 150 features teams of ten dogs and covers 150 miles in Check chamber website for updated info at www.ontonagonmi.org/ begins on Thursday with drawings at midnight on Thursday, Friday, and 932-1787. three days, while the CopperDog 40 features teams of six dogs and covers ap- calendar-of-events/ Saturday at the Pit Stop Bar & Grill. proximately forty miles in one day. The CopperDog 150 caps at thirty teams On Saturday, begin your day with a hearty Pumpkin Pancake Breakfast Miners Mural and the CopperDog 40 caps at fi fteen teams. Which means the fi rst weekend 18th Annual Ontonagon Hometown Christmas at the St. Sebastian School, (along with regular pancakes) from 7-11am ct. Located on the 100 block of East McLeod Avenue in Downtown Iron- in March fi nds 350+ dogs racing through Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula! November 30 – December 2, 2018 After breakfast, the entire family can spend the day downtown with wood, honors the miners who worked on the Gogebic Iron Range in northern For more information www.copperdog150.com Hometown Christmas is celebrating its 18th year of bringing Pre-holiday special activities for kids (and adults who want to act like kids!). Vendors Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula. The mural, which took three and a half festivities to the community of Ontonagon. We are a non-profi t group of vol- and food booths will be lined up on Sophie Street from 10am-4pm with years to complete, was fi nished in 2012. A book listing the names of the 111 Winter Ronde unteers and our goal is to provide the community with a variety of activities, entertainment continuing until 9pm. Main Street activities include a miners painted on the mural is for sale at Northwoods Cabin and Downtown The Annual Winter Ronde takes place on the Keweenaw in early Febru- many of them free, for every one of all ages to enjoy and to bring business costume kiddies parade, carnival, ventriloquist, balloon characters and City News, both located just blocks from the mural in Ironwood. Proceeds ary. Enjoy a full weekend of Snow Bike Races at the Michigan Tech trails in to town to see what Ontonagon has to offer. We rely solely on donations and facepainting by Happy Dayz, the Clown & Twinklz, pumpkin bowling, from the sale go to the general upkeep of the mural. Houghton on Saturday and the Copper Island Classic in Chassell on Sunday. A support of community involvement. photo booth, and a number of contests. Pony rides and a petting zoo will pasta feed – the Licious Loppet – is held for all participants Saturday evening. To set the atmosphere, we have a lighting contest for residents and busi- be set up on Main Street. You can also take a horse drawn hayride mini- IRON RIVER Maps, registration and more information are available www.keweenaw.com/ nesses and dances for the youth to kick off the weekend’s festivities. tour of Bessemer. www.iron.org festival events. Some of Saturday’s events include Children’s Time, where children can Our craft fair will be held at the A.D. Johnston High School gym from do crafts, games and cookie decorating, a craft fair, Reindeer Run (poker Ski Brule 60th Anniversary Celebration 9am-2pm. The gym will be fi lled with crafters showing their wares. The LAKE GOGEBIC run), and beautiful fi reworks display, hayrides, decorating of the community March 3-4, 2018 junior high class will once again be selling all kinds of delicious goodies www.lakegogebicarea.com Christmas tree and Snowball Dance at the Eagles Hall. The weekend would During the Diamond Anniversary Celebration, Ski Brule is pulling out all in the concessions stand. For the classic car and tractor enthusiasts, the not be complete without taking in the annual Hometown Christmas Parade the stops! During the weekend families can enjoy a wide variety of fun activi- Klassic Kruisers Car Club will have many of their classic and antique cars Tour da Lake Bike Ride on Sunday. Santa will be at the fi re hall following the parade to visit with ties ranging from games and crafts for kids, drawings for big prizes. For more on display. Also, the Lake Superior Tired Iron Tractor Club will display June 30, 2018 the children and all winners of the contests and parade entries will be an- information, visit www.SkiBrule.com their antique tractors in the BP parking lot. A tractor pull is scheduled for Over 30 years ago a group of 10 friends at Tom Schneller’s cottage on nounced at the fi re hall. noon. The Bessemer VFW will co-sponsor an open Horseshoe Tourna- Iron County Business Expo, Windsor Center Spring Craft Show, Family Lake Gogebic decided to make the best of their down time and take a bike ride ment beginning at 1:00pm. Fun Fair | around the lake. These friends continued to meet annually for their Lake Go- The Ontonagon County Historical Society & Museum also has a web The tournament is open to the public with prizes awarded to the top April 14, 2018 gebic Bike Ride and eventually opening the ride up to more and more people. gallery. Go to www.ontonagonmuseum.org/object-gallery/ and view objects three teams. Pumpkin Bingo will be played in the DDA Meeting Room at This big day in Iron County featuring three events with something for Today that ride around the lake known as the “Tour da Lake” is a fun and of historical interest with captions describing them. City Hall and the Pie Social will be held in the City Hall Auditorium. The everyone. First, the annual Iron County Business Expo will take place at the much anticipated annual event and has grown to rides that have included up to Ontonagon County Museum located at 422 River Street. ever popular Gogebic Range Band will play from 2-3pm. So after all that West Iron County High School (WICHS) and features businesses big and 275 participants! The “Tour da Lake” bike ride is a casual ride of 38.5 miles Open: May-September - Monday-Saturday 10-5pm (et) Sunday 10-2pm walking and shopping, stop by for some great deserts, conversation, and small with lots of give-aways, raffl es, and expert advice & discounts on your around Lake Gogebic. (et) music. And at 3:00pm, Dairy Queen is hosting a treasure hunt for the kids. home and recreational projects. The Family Fun Fair will be at Stambaugh This event is fun for bikers of all levels and abilities. Young, old, ad- October-December - Tuesday-Saturday 10-5pm Check it all out at www.bessermerpumpkinfest.com Elementary (adjacent to WICHS) and has a book fair, carnival games, face vanced or beginner, it’s a great time for everyone. We have riders who com- January-April - Thursday-Saturday 11-4pm painting, and other great stuff for kids. Finally, the biggest craft show of the plete their “tour” in a matter of a few hours and riders who make a day of it IRONWOOD year for the Windsor Center will take place from 9am-2pm and features doz- and take their time to enjoy the scenery as well as stopping into the locally Ontongon Harbor Lighthouse - Tours: May-October - Monday-Saturday www.ironwoodchamber.org ens of craft vendors, baked goods, quilters, specialty northwoods style gifts owned establishments on the lake to take a break and to show their support 11am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm. Sunday 11am & 1:30pm (et) Facebook and more. More information can be found at www.Iron.org/events for the lake businesses. Ontonagon Harbor Lighthouse was in service 1866-1964.The Light- NEW: iPhone/Android app: IronwoodGo Annually, the riders meet and begin the ride from the Bergland Centennial house Service of the U.S. Dept. Of Commerce acquired the land for the 51st Annual UP Championship Rodeo Park and the ride begins at 2:00pm (1:00pm central time). Following the lighthouse in 1847. The fi rst structure was built in 1851-1852. By 1866, the Ironwood Snowmobile Olympus July 11-14, 2018 “tour” the riders meet back at the Bergland Park for a cookout. The proceeds original wood structure was replaced with the existing building, a simple one www.ironwoodsnowmobileolympus.com This event draws crowds from all over the UP and Wisconsin and is the from the “Tour da Lake” go to a local bike club that allows them to continue and one half story, rectangular, cream brick building with a sqare light tower January 6 & 7, 2018 only PRCA rodeo in Michigan. It features some of the nation’s best bull riders to build and expand our local bike trail system. at the North end. The high basement was built to protect the living areas Held at the Gogebic County Fairgrounds. The vintage and professional and cowboys, but these events are also family friendly with lots of excitement For more information contact Hobby Wheel in Ironwood, MI at 906-932- from fl ooding. The light tower is three stories high, or 39 feet from the lake snowmobile races are bringing to the very fast and historic ½ mile ice oval for people of all ages. . For more information, visit www.UpProRodeo.com. 3332. to the focal plane. The tower is surmounted by an iron decagonal lantern, amazing racing with race speeds of over 100 mph. A fully sanctioned USSA which housed the fi fth order Fresnel lens and light. Around the lantern is race weekend, including several vintage classes. Action begins on Friday, The Humongous Fungus Festival Cardboard Boat Race a square iron gallery consisting of a platform and a rail to aid in cleaning with open practice, weather and track permitting. Racing begins on Satur- August 3-5th, 2018 Every 4th of July time, the Hoop’N Holler Tavern, located on the north- the windows. day and runs through Sunday, about 55 races are scheduled with the TLR Crystal Falls is home to the world’s largest, oldest, contiguous living west corner of Lake Gogebic, is host to a truly family friendly event. Boats In 1890 the 18-foot-square one story brick kitchen of similar construc- Cup fi nals the last race of the day. organism, an Armillaria bulbosa fungus. This “Humongous Fungus,” dis- made out of nothing but cardboard and duct tape are pitted against each other tion was added to the south end of the house. In 1904 the oil storage house Spectators that would like to take their snowmobile from Wisconsin to covered in 1988, spreads across 38 acres of land, weighs in at an estimated in races with age groups ranging from the very young (pushed by mom & was built and the two bedroom dormers were added. In April 1963, use Michigan will be able to without a trail permit for Michigan just for this 200,000 pounds and is between 1,500 to 10,000 years old. A festival celebrat- dad) to the senior group. Paddles are accepted for propelling you through the of the lighthouse was discontinued after an automatic foghorn on the west weekend and this event ONLY. ing this benevolent fungus was started more than 20 years ago and continues obstacle course or merely by kicking your way through the water. A nominal pier and battery-powered light was installed at the end of the east pier., The At the fi nal race on Saturday and Sunday, all spectators will have a to be a tourist favorite, featuring a parade, giant mushroom pizza, street dance, fee is required. We have prizes for the winners of each age group. What a lighthouse was offi cially decommissioned on January 1, 1964. chance to win one of 4 GREAT prizes! softball tournament, city wide rummage sale and more! visit www.iron.org/ great way to enjoy a warm July afternoon with a swim in the shallow water, Admission $15 per day or if you buy a 2-day weekend ticket on Satur- fungusfest for more information. sandy beach out front of the Hoop. WAKEFIELD day for $25, a coupon for $3 worth of food will be included. 30 trackside Call the Hoop at 906-575-5555 for information. www.wakefi eldmi.com parking spots are available for $25 per day or $40 for the weekend. General U.P. Fireman’s Tournament & Caspian Centennial Celebration spectator parking is free and available on site (space permitting). Contact July 27-29, 2018 Lake Gogebic Sponsored 41st Annual Fall Walleye Tournament The Wakefi eld Museum information, Keith at 906-364-4316. This year marks the 100th Anniversary of the City of Caspian and the September 7 & 8, 2018 Experience a century of memories at a true “hometown” museum. The weekend will feature tons of exciting activities including the ever popular UP Lake Gogebic is one of the most popular fi shing lakes in the Upper Penin- Wakefi eld Historical Society’ Museum contains more than 3000 sq ft of arti- SISU Ski Fest Firemen’s Tournament hosted by the Caspian/Gaastra Fire Department. Stay sula of Michigan. The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors facts concerning the area’s history of mining, logging, and colorful citizens. January 5-7, 2018 up to date as plans progress by visiting www.iron.org/events. the annual Fall Walleye Tournament. The Catch and Release Walleye Tour- Museum hours and 1-4pm (ct), Monday thru Saturday, beginning June 9th Annual SISU Nordi Festival at ABR Ski Trails to Downtown nament pays $1000 for fi rst place (with trophy) with varying cash amounts 19 - September 2. Located at 306 Sunday Lake St in historic downtown Ironwood. KEWEENAW/HOUGHTON down to 10th place. In addition, the largest northern, perch and smallmouth Wakefi eld with street parking and admission is by donation. Visits at other SISU 31K & Heikki Lunta 15K. The new 31/15K distances and course Michigan’s Copper Country bass caught daily will net the respective registered angler $50. Entry fee is hours can be arranged by calling the museum at 906-224-1045. introduced in 2017 were well received!. www.keweenaw.info $50. For more information, leave message at 1-888-464-3242 or visit www. For 2018 these two races will remain virtually unchanged. We are lakegogebicarea.com Wakefi eld Visitors Center & Gift Shop hoping for some trail work to improve the last few K of the races, heading Pasty Fest Operated by the Wakefi eld Chamber of Commerce on the shore of beau- into town, diverting an open area of the course into the woods, but that will June 29 & 30, 2018 MARENISCO tiful Sunday Lake. Summer hours, Memorial Day weekend thru end of Fall not change the overall course distance. We will keep you posted as trail Main Street Calumet’ Pasty Fest takes place the last weekend of June. www.marenisco.org Color, Weekdays 9am to 5pm(ct), Winter hours, Fri & Sat, Noon to 5pm improvements take place. Events include the Pasty Walk and the Pasty Parade. There will be food, The 5K Fun Ski has morphed into the Hauska Heikki 5K and will be a fun and music in Agassiz Park on 4th Street. The Pasty Bake-off begins at OLD VICTORIA IN ROCKLAND Wakefi eld Nee-Gaw-Nee-Gaw-Bow Scuplture “The Leading Man” timed event this year. 1 pm, followed by children’s games (including a scavenger hunt). For more Like us on Facebook Wakefi eld’s large Native American Sculpture is one of the last carvings Awards ceremony and entertainment at the Memorial Building im- information, or to register for the bake-off, contact Main Street Calumet at on Peter “Wolf” Toth’s “Trail of the Whispering Giants”. Peter was still a mediately after the race 906-337-MAIN or [email protected] or www.mainstreetcalumet. Log Cabin Day at Old Victoria young boy when his family fl ed Hungary to escape the political turmoil of Due to low turnout and no growth in several years, we have discontin- com/pasty-fest.html. June 24, 2018 the late 1050’s. Feeling that the pressures that forced his family to leave ued the SISU Snowshoe Race and Tour as well as the SISU Combined. Come celebrate Michigan’s Log Cabin Day at a historic mining village, their home were much like the pressures the American Indians were experi- The Fat Bike Demo was well attended last year, so we are opening up 4th of July Celebrations where the past comes alive and the wild frontier of the Upper Peninsula encing in their dealings with the US government, Peter decided to create a Sunday for a Fat Bike demo, tour, or event. The SISU Dirt Crew is still Many Keweenaw communities, from South Range to Copper Harbor, replaces modern realities. Old Victoria’s Log Cabin Day features delicious series of enormous carvings to insure that their plight would not be forgotten. deliberating what form this event will take. We will keep you posted. have Independence Day celebrations with parades, children’s games, BBQs, baked goods from the traditional woodstoves of the mining days. Choosing not to go to college, Peter spent the next eighteen years touring the The SISU Ski Fest (SSF) was chartered as a 501c non-profi t organiza- entertainment and good old-fashioned family fun. Fireworks displays will be Kids of all ages will love the old-fashioned kids’ games and races on the United States and Canada, carving at least one sculpture in every state of the tion dedicated to promoting silent sports with emphasis on cross-country held in Lake Linden on the 3rd and in South Range & Copper Harbor on lawn at 1:30pm (et), and adults will love the show! The historic site will be union, and one or two in Canada. ski racing and generating economic activity in the Ironwood area. The the 4th. open to the public, free of charge, and there’s no better way to learn about Nee-Gaw-Nee-Gaw-Bow was the sixtieth sculpture, completed in 1988. SISU Ski Fest manifests these goals. copper mining history than hands on! Celebrate the heritage of log cabins Peter had asked for and accepted no compensation for any of the carvings Funding is obtained from racer registration fees and business and indi- Strawberry Festival and copper mining at Old Victoria on the fourth Sunday in June from 10am that he left on the “Trail”. The communities where he worked provided him vidual sponsor cash donations. In kind contributions of goods and services July 6 & 7, 2018 to 5pm. with meals and housing, and the logs that he needed. His generosity earned are an important element in conducting the SSF. The other essential area The Strawberry Festival, held in the downtown Chassell area, is two days Old Victoria is located 4 miles southwest of Rockland on Victoria Dam him the name of “Indian Giver” the title of his biography. that SSF depends on is the time that is so generously donated by local of family fun the fi rst weekend in July that isn’t the 4th of July. Events include Road. For more information, email [email protected] or call 906- Peter often sold smaller carvings to cover his expenses, and occasionally volunteers. Our volunteers keep SSF moving forward as an organization an Arts & Crafts show, the Chassell Heritage Center Open House, a fi sh boil, 886-2617 or fi nd us on Facebook. completed a larger project. The log that Wakefi eld provided to him was by volunteering at race events, serving on the Board of Directors or Race live music and entertainment, a children’s parade, awards and auction, queen long enough for two sculptures, so Nee-Gaw-Nee-Gaw Bow has a Siamese Committee. It takes volunteers to make this community festival happen. crowning and dance, a French Toast Breakfast, the parade, a chicken BBQ, the Old Victoria’s Annual Craft Fair brother. Because Peter had been paid a commission to carve him, Ish-Quay- Where Our Money Goes – SSF is fortunate to have many volunteers Friends of Fashion Vintage Fashion Show, children’s games and a quilt raffl e. August 19, 2018 Gaw-Bow “The Last Man in Line”, is not considered to be a “Whispering who offer their time and pro-bono services. Thanks to them and the Board Strawberry shortcake, brats, hot dogs, ice cream and more will also be avail- Old Victoria’s Craft Fair is an event like no other! Celebrate the history Giant”. Ish-Quay-Gaw-Bow can be seen behind “The Wildernest Chalet” of Directors along with the Race Committee members, SSF is able to run able. For more information visit www.coppercountrystrawberryfestival.com/ of copper mining and the culture that it left behind on the lawn of a historic at Indianhead Mount a very lean operation with a small percentage of our budget going towards mining village built in 1899. The four restored hand-hewn log cabins that administrative expenses. Scholarships, cash donations and ski equipment Central Mine Reunion once housed mining families will be open to the public free of charge for the Sunday Lake/Eddy Park for youth cross-country ski programs also utilize SSF funds. July 29, 2018 day, with knowledgeable tour guides ready to answer your questions and share Beautiful in-town lake and park features modern campground with wa- For details - www.sisuskifest.com The annual reunion of the former Central Mine M.E. Church is held the the stories of Victoria. Browse handmade, original arts and crafts on the lawn ter and electric hook-ups, some with sewer. For campers and other there is last Sunday in July in the historic structure, 18 miles north of Calumet along of this historic village. Kids games at 1:30pm, old fashioned games and races a bathhouse, swimming beach, playground and picnic area with tables and Festival Ironwood 2018 US-41 in Keweenaw County and features two services, the fi rst at 9 am fol- that are a blast to join or watch! Get a bite to eat and take your time enjoying grills. ironwoodchamber.org/events/festival ironwood lowed by an 11 am service. For information contact Dave Thomas at 906- the day’s offerings in the prettiest setting you can imagine! Reach out and In addition to spectacular sunsets, Sunday Lake offers two public boat July 18-21, 2018 289-4579. touch the past on the 3rd Sunday in August from 10am-5pm (et). launches as well as a lighted boardwalk and shoreline 2.9 mile circular Festival Ironwood is a 4 day long community summer celebration fea- For more information on the event or how to become a vendor, email walking path. Rental kayaks are available for entire family smooth water turing a host of musical, dance, craft, culinary, sporting and educational Keweenaw Mineral Days [email protected] or call 906-886-2617. kayaking. events. From nightly live music under the big-top to over 40 craft vendors The A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum on the campus on Michigan Tech on craft day, a classic car show and contest, golf tournament at Gogebic University in Houghton invites you to the Keweenaw Mineral Days in early ONTONAGON Wakefi eld Mountain Biking Country Club, outdoor pool tournament, run/walk races, pony rides, and August. This is a week of mineral collecting and more including prepared www.ontonagonmi.org Wakefi eld’s Split Rock Trail. Gogebic county’s newest mountain biking even the World’s Largest Duck Pick! Centered at the Historic Ironwood De- surface collecting, underground collecting, datolite collecting, photography trail is located in Wakefi eld, through the town’s hilly and rugged north-east pot Park in downtown Ironwood. The festival offers a vast array of activities workshop, a mineral banquet and auctions, invited speakers and more. For Lake Trout Classic Fishing Competition & BBQ cook-Off corner. Trails rage from Easy to Diffi cult, with an Expert section that in- for young and old alike. For an hour-by-hour event listing of the Festival, go more information contact the Museum at 906-487-2572 or www.museum. May 18, 19 & 20, 2018 cludes some jumps. Visit the Wakefi eld Visitor’s Center next to the Nee- to our website: ironwoodchamber.org/events/festival ironwood. mtu.edu/copper_country_mineral. The Lake Superior Tournament is in May because this is the time of the Gaw-Nee-Gaw-Bow sculpture for directions and trail map. www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 29 Lake Gogebic Times www.lakegogebicarea.com

ACCOMMODATIONS Private Bath Private Television Motel/Hotel Unit Kitchen Groups Packages in Room Telephone Tub Sauna/Swim Pool/Hot Restaurant on Premises Housekeeping Units Allowed Pets Boat/Motor Rentals Dist. Restaurant/Walking Bar Dining Room/Lounge Fireplace Cabins/Individuals On Lake Gogebic On Lake Superior Credit Cards Sleeping Capacity Miles to Closest Alpine Ski Area Miles to Closest Ski Area Nordic Access to Trail Snowmobile Phone and E-mail WI/FI LAKE GOGEBIC AREA Bear’s Nine Pines Resort XXXX HT X X X X X X LG X 68 30 13 X 906-842-3361 X [email protected] Fishtales Resort, Pub & Grub X XXXXX XXXX XXXXLGX70255 X 906-842-3366 X info@fi shtalesup.com Gogebic Lodge Resort/ X X X X X S X X X X X X X X LG X 85 30 5 X 906-842-3321 X Restaurant [email protected]

Hesse’s Vacationland Resort XXXX SXXX XX 65 45 10 X 906-358-4380 On Thousand Island Lake, Waters- www.vacationlandresort.com meet Root Cellar Resort/Restaurant X XXXX XX XXXXLGX933012X 906-842-3534 X 906-842-3535 [email protected] Scotts Superior Inn & Cabins X XXXXXX XX X XXLSX641212X 906-884-4866 X [email protected] The Konteka White Pine XXXXXXXX XX X 96 5 5 X 906-885-5170 X Motel, Restaurant, Bowling, Gas [email protected]

Timbers Resort XXXX XXXX X LG X 70 25 10 X 906-575-3542 X fi [email protected] West Shore Resort XXXX XXX X LG X 48 24 6 X 906-842-3336 X [email protected]

PRIVATE RENTALS No. of Units No. Kitchen Sleeping Capacity Total Bedrooms Bathrooms Television Fireplace/Sauna/Hot Tub Linens Provided Telephone Allowed Pets Round Open Year Gogebic On Lake Miles to Closest Alpine Ski Area Miles to Closest Nordic Ski Area Trails Access to Groomed Contact Person Address & E-mail Phone LAKE GOGEBIC AREA Almost a Castle on Lake Gogebic 1 X 15 5 3.5 X F X X X X 28 5 X Alex & Mid-Lake on west shore of Lake Gogebic 608-575-1343 Jean [email protected] Elkins Bayview Chain/Porcupine Point 1 X 8 3 1 X F XXXXX 2525X Lisa 13993 E. Shore Rd., Bergland, MI 49910 906-575-3495 Borseth [email protected] Bergland Trailside 1 X 6 2 1 X X X 25 2 X Jim or 17850 Nordine Rd., Bergland, MI 49910 906-365-5022 Tina [email protected] Cedar Cove 1 X 6 3 2 X F X X X 25 5 X Gwen N10530 M-64, Marenisco, MI 49947 (West Shore) 715-520-3567 Welter [email protected] Fin & Feather Shore 1 X 6 3 1 X X X X X 20 5 X Diane 13430 Hwy. M-64 West Shore of Lake 906-842-3369 Schultz Gogebic [email protected] Gogebic Getaway 1 X 8 31.5X F X X X X 25 5 X Chub & P.O.Box 254, Bergland, MI 49910 906-575-3448 Cindy [email protected] Ellsworth Gogebic Heights 2 X 16 8 5 X F/HT X X 30 13 X Shawn & N9456 St. Hwy. M-64, Marenisco, MI 49947 906-842-3322 Jo Ann [email protected] Montie Golden Bay Main 1 X 8 3 2 X F/S X X X X 22 9 X Tony 15221 E. Shore Rd., Bergland, MI 49910 906-575-3479 Trolla [email protected]

Golden Bay 1 1 X 3 1 1 X XXXXX 229 X Tony 15221 E. Shore Rd., Bergland, MI 49910 906-575-3479 Trolla [email protected] Jems Real Estate, LLC 1 X 8 4 1 X X X X X 25 2 X Sue 532 W. Wisconsin St., Portage, WI 53901 608-742-2512 Barton [email protected] 608-844-1445

Mallard Cove 1 X 8 4 2 X F/S XXXXX 255 XArlene N9678 M-64 West Shore, Marenisco, MI 49947 800-876-9751 Schneller www.snowcountryrentals.com 906-364-0992

Northern Delights 1 X 12 4 3 X F/HT XX XX 309 X Lisa 13993 E. Shore Rd., Bergland, MI 49910 906-575-3495 Borseth [email protected]

Northern Refl ections 1 X 10 3 2 X F X X X X 25 2 X Holly N9248 St. Hwy. M-64, Marenisco, MI 49947 906-842-3238 Michelli [email protected]

Pebble Beach 1 X 9 3 2 X X X X X 24 11 X Tony 15221 E. Shore Rd., Bergland, MI 49910 906-575-3479 Trolla [email protected]

Stickley Beaver Lodge Getaway 1X1631XX XX XRenell [email protected] 920-680-7095 Historic Marquardt Sunrise Cove 1 X 12 5 3 X F X X X X 18 5 X Chub & P.O.Box 254, Bergland, MI 49910 906-575-3448 Cindy [email protected] Ellsworth Teal Wing 1 X 8 4 2 X F XXXXX 255 XArlene N9678 M-64 West Shore, Marenisco, MI 49947 800-876-9751 Schneller www.snowcountryrentals.com 906-364-0992

Wadeson Retreat 1 X 12 3 3 X F/HT XX X X 25 25 X Tony 15221 E. Shore Rd., Bergland, MI 49910 906-575-3479 Trolla [email protected]

Whitetail 1 X 9 3 2 X F X X X X 28 7 X Tony 15221 E. Shore Rd., Bergland, MI 49910 906-575-3479 Trolla [email protected] www.lakegogebicarea.com 1-888-GOGEBIC (464-3242) Page 30 www.lakegogebicarea.com Lake Gogebic Times

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ALMOST a CASTLE FIRST WEBER REALTORS JACQUART FABRIC/ ROOT CELLAR RESORT WADESON RETREAT on LAKE GOGEBIC 509 W. Lead Street STORMY KROMER Restaurant, Bar, Lodging Robert Wadeson Vacation Rental Property Bessemer, MI 49911 Manufacturer/Retailer Rick Sherman & Jane Beise N9199 Old East Shore Rd. Alex & Jean Elkins (906) 285-2618 Gina Thorsen N11071 East Shore Rd. 864 Eagle Drive 10282 M-64 Tammykauranen.fi rstweber.com 1238 Wall Street Marenisco, MI 49947 Fenton, MI 48430 Marenisco, MI 49947 Ironwood, MI 49938 (906) 842-3535 (810) 208-0404 204 County Rd. U FISHTALES RESORT/PUB & GRUB (906) 932-1339 Fax: (906) 842-3534 (906) 575-3479 [email protected] Belleville, WI 53508 John & Brenda [email protected] [email protected] www.rootcellarresort.com www.casadalago.com (608) 575-1343 N10596 M-64 www.stormykromer.com [email protected] Marenisco, MI 49947 ROUSSEAU BAR WATERSMEET TROUT HATCHERY www.almostacastleonlakegogebic.com JW’s BBQ & BREW (906) 842-3366 Bar/Restaurant Fishing, Retail Restaurant/Bar info@fi shtalesup.com Angie Foley Dino Giannola ANTONIO’S RESTAURANT John & Gale Wonsey www.fi shtalesup.info 26137 Dishneau Rd 25640 Old U.S. 2 E. Box 47 205 Ash St, M-28 84 North St., Hwy. M-28 Mass City, MI 49948 Watersmeet, MI 49969 PO Box 296 Bergland, MI 49910 FORSLUND BUILDING SUPPLY (906) 883-9952 (906) 358-4331 Bergland, MI 49910 (906) 365-5BBQ (365-5227) Gus Forslund [email protected] [email protected] (906) 575-3581 [email protected] E5108 Jackson Rd. www.facebook.com/RousseauBar watersmeettrouthatchery.com Ironwood, MI 49938 BAYVIEW CHAIN JEMS REAL ESTATE, LLC S & H SUNRISE PROPERTIES LLP WERN VALLEY NORTH (Porcupine Point; Northern Delights) (906) 932-2311 Vacation Rental in Bergland Dale & Kimberly Hornberg 507 Sandy Beach Rd. Lisa Borseth [email protected] Sue Barton 16619 Lick Creek Rd. Bergland, MI 49910 13993 East Shore Rd. www.forslund.com 532 W. Wisconsin St. Birmingham, IA 52535 Patti Williams Bergland, MI 49910 Portage, WI 53901 (641) 919-8840 S36 W29657 Vern Way (906) 575-3495 GOGEBIC GETAWAY (608) 742-2512 [email protected] Waukesha, WI 53189 [email protected] Private Rental [email protected] www.sunrisecovecottage.com (906) 235-0685 - Jackie, reservations www.lisaborseth.com 13004 St. Hwy. M-64 www.jemsllc.com Patti Williams, owner - (262) 370-3952 Marenisco, MI 49947 SCOTT’S SUPERIOR INN & CABINS BEAR’S NINE PINES RESORT KONTEKA BLACK BEAR RESORT Tom Chaput Don & Kathy Scott WEST SHORE RESORT Barry Drews Restaurant, Bar, Motel, Bowling, 430 Wild Oak Lane 22554 Lake Shore Rd. Ron Searles N9426 St. Hwy. M-64 Bear Watching, Gas Perry, MI 48872 Ontonagon, MI 49953 N10960 State Hwy. M-64 Marenisco, MI 49947 Gary & Lindy Moen (517) 719-3570 (906) 884-4866 Marenisco, MI 49947 (906) 842-3361 Darrin & Terri Moen [email protected] [email protected] (906) 842-3336 [email protected] P.O. Box 675 [email protected] www.westernup.com/scotts [email protected] www.ninepinesresort.com 35372 Mall Circle www.lakegogebicgetaway.com www.westshoreresort.com White Pine, MI 49971 THE TIMBERS RESORT BIG VALLEY FORD Bergland, MI 49910 GOGEBIC GROCERY Tim & Sarah Long WHITETAIL TIRE COMPANY CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP (906) 885-5170 P.O. Box 278 244 Pine St. Steve Worachek Plus: Gifts, Souvenirs, Bait, Tackle, Gas [email protected] Bergland, MI 49910 Ewen, MI 49925 P.O. Box 200, Hwy M-28 Joann Montie www.thekonteka.com (906) 575-3542 (906) 988-2305 Ewen, MI 49925 N9456 St. Hwy. M-64 fi [email protected] (906) 988-2323 Marenisco, MI 49947 LAKE GOGEBIC OUTPOST www.thetimbersresort.com www.bigvalley.biz (906) 842-3322 Gas Station/Convenience Store Shawn cell: (906) 364-1678 544 North St. TIMBERLINE SPORTS BORSETH REAL ESTATE/ [email protected] P.O. Box 82 Marlin & Mark Hanson INSURANCE AGENCY Bergland, MI 49910 1568 M-28 Todd Borseth (906) 575-3241 GOGEBIC HEIGHTS LODGING P.O. Box 185 Angela (906) 250-0412 166 S. Cedar St. Joann Montie Bergland, MI 49910 [email protected] P.O. Box 410 N9357 State Hwy. M-64 (906) 575-3397 Ewen, MI 49925 Marenisco, MI 49947 [email protected] LAKE GOGEBIC PROPERTIES 544 River St. (906) 842-3242 [email protected] Vacation Rental Ontonagon, MI 49953 [email protected] www.timberlinesport.com (906) 988-2329 or (906) 884-4161 www.gogebicheights.com Jim or Tina Russell Fax: (906) 988-2320 17850 Nordine Road, NON-PROFIT/HONORARY RECIPROCAL [email protected] P.O. Box 396 GOGEBIC LODGE, LTD MEMBERSHIP MEMBERSHIP www.borsethproperties.com Bergland, MI 49910 Restaurant, Cabins, Motel, Camping (906) 365-5022 • AMERICAN LEGION POST #462 • COPPER PEAK Don or Brian Berquist C & M OIL COMPANY (906) 231-0300 IN WHITE PINE www.copperpeak.org N9600 St. Hwy. M-64 Gas, Fuel, Tires, Mechanic Service [email protected] Marenisco, MI 49947 • ASPIRUS GRANDVIEW HOSPITAL • GOGEBIC AREA GROOMING 605 E. Lead St, Box 24 www.lakegogebicproperties.net (906) 932-2525 www.gogebicareagrooming.com Bessemer, MI 49911 (906) 842-3321 www.aspirusgrandview.org • IRONWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (906) 667-0222 Fax: (906) 842-3320 LAKE GOGEBIC SPORTS CENTER [email protected] Snowmobile Rental, Repair, Parts, • BERGLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUM www.ironwoodmi.org [email protected] www.berglandmuseum.com www.gogebiclodge.com Accessories • MI-TRALE CASA DA LAGO Mark Hanson • FRIENDS OF THE BERGLAND www.mi-trale.org CULTURAL HERITAGE SOCIETY (House on the Lake) GOGEBIC RANGE BANK 36852 Hwy. M-28 • ONTONAGON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Tony Trolla Neil Beckman P.O. Box 235 • FRIENDS OF THE PORKIES www.ontonagonmi.org 15221 East Shore Rd. 155 E. Cloverland Drive Bergland, MI 49910 www.porkies.org (906) 575-3466 • PORCUPINE MOUNTAIN CONVENTION Bergland, MI 49910 P.O. Box 39 • U.P. MADE ARTIST MARKET AND VISITORS BUREAU (906) 575-3479 Ironwood, MI 49938 [email protected] www.lakegogebicsportcenter.com Sponsored by www.porcupinemountains.com [email protected] (906) 932-7646 COMMUNITY WOMEN’S GROUP • WALLEYES FOR TOMORROW, www.casadalago.com www.gogebicrangebank.com www.upmadeartistmarket.com LAKE GOGEBIC VACATION HOMES LAKE GOGEBIC CHAPTER Year-Round Lakeside Rentals • LAKE GOGEBIC FIREFLIES www.walleyesfortomorrow.org CEDAR COVE GOLDEN BAY PROPERTIES Private rental (Mallard Cove & Teal Wing) • MICHIGAN SNOWMOBILE ASSOCIATION • WATERSMEET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Ron Shebuski, Sr. Arlene Schneller N10530 Hwy. M-64 12649 E. Shore Rd. www.msasnow.org www.watersmeet.org Marenisco, MI 49947 E6254 Hwy. U.S. 2 Bergland, MI 49910 Bessemer, MI 49911 • OLD VICTORIA • WESTERN UP CONVENTION & Gwen Welter (906) 842-3279 Facebook - www.OldVictoria VISITORS BUREAU W9076 County Hwy. 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M-28, Box 278 Marenisco, MI 49947 Bergland, MI 49910 (906) 358-4380 601 Lead St. [email protected] [email protected] Bergland, MI 49910 Bessemer, MI 49911 (906) 575-3542 [email protected] Richard Kirtos UP Made Artist Market www.vacationlandresort.com (906) 667-0822 fi [email protected] [email protected] Phone: (248) 488-2148 Phone: (906) 355-2727 32005 12 Mile Rd. #205 13299 School Rd. www.eyes-guy.com www.northcountrywelders.com HISTORIC STICKLEY CABIN GETAWAYS Farmington Hills, MI 48334 Covington, MI 49919 FIN-N-FEATHER SHORE Renell Marquardt [email protected] [email protected] NORTHERN REFLECTIONS www.upmadeartistmarket.com Diane Schultz (920) 680-7095 Lake Improvement Association Vacation Rental on West Shore Sponsored by: Community Women’s Group [email protected] P.O. Box 75 P.O. Box 113 Holly Michelli Phone: (906) 827-3367 Bergland, MI 49910 Bergland, MI 49910 www.stickleylodgegetaway.weebly.com N9248 State Hwy. M-64 P.O. 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