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Water draws people to picturesque Presque Isle, whose name in French means “Almost An Island.” Enjoy abundant natural resources with contemplative endeavors such as hiking, birding, and photography, or faster-paced activities like boating, biking, and snowmobiling. Our diverse trails and pathways, water and waterfalls, and glacial hills and forests provide outdoor enthusiasts with plenty to do all year long. INDEX History.................................................2-3 Winter.................................................4-5 Spring .................................................6-7 Summer............................................8-10 Presque Isle Days ...............................11 Fall ..................................................12-13 Ads ...........................................14-23, 26 Area Map ......................................24-25 Calendar At A Glance .....................27 Fishing & Lakes..............................28-29 Hunting & Wildlife ..............................30 Geocaching ......................................31 Trails ...............................................32-33 Community ...................................34-35 Excursions ......................................36-37 Cover photo “Loki “ Things to Do...................................38-39 Courtesy of Tim Feathers Member Directory ........................40-47 – Whispering Point Photography Organizations & Friends ...............47-48 715-686-2910 1 Our History Then... Nearly 300 years ago, shipwrecked When the mill closed in 1933, the French priests on the shores of Lake great “Lumber Baron” era came to Superior made their way down a river an end. Today the mill ponds are to an area they christened “Presque visible from the village and make up Isle,” or “Almost an Island,” because our flagship park: Pipke Park. of the vast stretches of lakes and rivers that dwarfed the land. In l955, the village name was changed once again. Reflecting the The advent of the logging era brought wisdom and farsightedness of early development in the early 1900’s. In French missionary priests, we finally 1905, Presque Isle was known as became... Fosterville, after one J.J. Foster who built and operated a large saw mill. “Presque Isle” – Almost an Island. William S. Winegar bought the mill in A visit to the Heritage Society 1910 and the fledgling community Museum in downtown Presque Isle will was renamed “Winegar.” take you back to these simpler times. 2 www.presqueisle.com Our History Now… Pipke Park is a true Presque Isle gem. It is rich in history and wildlife, and boasts excellent year-round recreation. The park includes two ponds with a level walking trail; and the neighboring woods feature a 2.8 mile trail ideal for hiking and snowshoeing. In winter, the southern lake provides a warming hut and sledding hill, and a well-maintained ice rink to enjoy at your leisure - day or night! The lighted rink is freely available for visitors and you can host parties here, too - simply check with the town office. In the early 1900s, the Vilas County Lumber Co. was built on the edge of the ponds, utilizing the water as “hot ponds.” Exhaust steam from the mill kept the water thawed all winter. Logs were piled in and transported via the railway which made its way past the ponds and into town to a railway turntable. In 1933, the lumber mill closed. By 1950, a new vision emerged. The ponds were then used as rearing ponds for raising Walleye. The project proved highly successful, eventually developing into the largest walleye rearing operation in the State. By the 90’s, the State no longer had funding to continue, and the surrounding land was deeded back to the Town to later become Pipke Park. 715-686-2910 3 A Season of Snow, Superb Powder, a ADVENTURES & ATTRACTIONS • Ski or Snowboard on one of the Midwest’s Photo courtesy of Bruce Nelson Premier Downhill Ski Destinations (just 30 miles north) • Snowmobile hundreds of miles… • Snowshoe the Pipke Park Wilderness Trails • Set a Tip-Up and catch your dinner • Cozy up with a Hot Toddie • Head indoors and try your luck at the Lake of the Torches or Northern Waters Casino OLDE TIME COMMUNITY Christmas Celebration Fri., DECEMBER 13 Enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride along our snow-covered lake paths, complete with caroling and clear views of the night sky. All are invited to enjoy bonfire, s’mores, and hot drinks; and sledding and ice skating. Young ones Photo courtesy of Bruce Nelson can make ornaments and experience a special visit with Santa. Hosted at Pipke Park (off Hwy W). Co-sponsored by the Chamber, Lions/Lioness, and Presque Isle Community Library. 4 www.presqueisle.com r, and an Incredible Vast Scenery • Find the cozy warming hut for groomed and skate skiing at the North Lakeland School Trails • Gaze at the night sky, catch a meteor shower • Fatbike on groomed trails at the WinMan Trails • Skate on the lake at Pipke Park, warm up in the hut Photo courtesy of Jennifer Anderson-Conserve School o WINTER’S Featured Events December: Winter Family Play Day Sunday, February 10, 9am-12pm: Free Snowshoeing and Chili Cook-off at Turtle River Pursuit | 11K Skate Ski Race North Lakeland Discovery Center Friday, February 16: WinMan Interpretive Thursdays, January 3, February 14 & Moon-shoe at WinMan trails hosted by March 14 : Nibbles 'N Knowledge North Lakeland Discovery Center at Camp Jorn YMCA Saturday, February 17, 1pm: Saturday, January 9, 11am-5pm: Sno-Bunnies Snowmobile Raffle, Sno-Bunnies Trailside Party at Pipke Park featuring two sleds and hosted at Saturday, January 19: Team Retreat’s the Skyview Lodge. Brunch provided “IceHole Of The North” Ice Fishing Tour- (breakfast items or chili + hotdogs). ney hosted at the Retreat Bar. Register All proceeds go to trail maintenance. SnoBunnies.com on Friday. Saturday-Sunday, January 19-20: FREE Saturday, February 23: Wisconsin Ice Fishing Weekend on all Wisconsin Icefishing Basics with the North Lakes Lakeland Discovery Center Fridays, January 26 & February 23: Saturday, February 23: Conserve School Owl Prowl & Night Hike at the North Winter Festival – Skiing, Snowshoeing, Lakeland Discovery Center Sledding, Fat Tire Biking. 10am-2pm. Saturday, February 9: Snowshoe 11am-1pm Chili Lunch and Campfire Van Vliet Hemlocks, sponsored by Sunday, February 24: Pizza Bar Nicolet’s Outdoor Adventure Series. Fundraiser at Camp Jorn YMCA. Cast NicoletCollege.edu your vote for the best Northwoods Saturday, February 9, 11am-5pm: Sno- pizza. Raffles and children’s art sale Bunnies Trailside Party #2 at Pipke Park 715-686-2910 5 A Season of Rebirth when Sights, Sounds, and Fresh Smells Awaken the Senses ADVENTURES & ATTRACTIONS • Start downtown and bike over 100 miles of forest/back roads in the Ottawa National Forest • Go birding around Pipke Park’s historic rearing ponds • Cast a line during May’s Opening Fishing Weekends • Dip your toes (or canoe) in the lake or the Presque Isle River • Visit Upper Peninsula’s Waterfalls • Tap your trees and learn how to make maple syrup with North Lakeland Discovery Center staff • Hike at the Nature Conservancy’s Catherine Wolter Wilderness Area or the WDNR’s Van Vliet Hemlocks State Natural Area • Catch the Denim & Dessert Readers’ Theatre Spring Play • Dine out after a day of shopping, golfing, horseback riding, zip lining, or boating • Listen to the Sounds of the Loon 6 www.presqueisle.com WALLEYE Tournament FRI. – SUN., MAY 17-19 Enjoy a weekend of walleye fishing on eight of Presque Isle’s area lakes. This year’s 28th annual event concludes with a Fish Fry lunch, cash awards, and door prizes. All participants receive commemorative hats. Registration forms available online. SPRING’S Featured Events Thursdays, March 14 & April 11: Nibbles ‘N Knowledge at Camp Jorn YMCA Saturday, April 27: Lions/Lioness Lobster and Prime Rib Dinner at Skyview Lodge Friday-Saturday, May 10-11: Spring Reader’s Theater by Denim ’N Dessert at Presque Isle Community Center Friday-Sunday, May 17-19: Walleye Tournament on Presque Isle Area Lakes Monday, May 27: Memorial Day Services in Winchester and Presque Isle Cemeteries and Memorial Site Friday-Saturday, May 31-June 1: Northwoods Birding Festival at the Discovery Center 715-686-2910 7 Photo courtesy of Presque isle Chamber A Season of Soft Beauty, Sparkling Lakes, and Sunshine-Filled Days ADVENTURES & ATTRACTIONS • Lake It! Recreate, relax or catch a sunset • Visit Lake Superior and enjoy sandy beaches & beautiful views • Listen to Live Music at businesses or outdoors venues • Bike Touring: On road, or choose our off-road trails including mountain biking and paved trails through the woods • Panfishing from Mud Lake’s pier, or drop in a canoe and fish • Sport fish for bass on pristine Crab Lake • Participate in a Yoga Class overlooking the lake or on your stand-up paddleboard, • Dance your lederhosen off at the annual Oktoberfest • Dine out after a day of shopping, gambling, golfing, go-carting, hiking or skiing 8 www.presqueisle.com Photo courtesy of Presque isle Chamber SUMMER LONG Ongoing Events B-I-N-G-O KIDS FISHING CONTESTS The Winegar American Legion Post Everyone’s a winner! July 10 & 24, 480 sponsors Bingo every Sunday August 7, 10am - 1pm at Pipke Park.