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2 WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2014 ADAMS COUNTY
May 24: Dairy breakfast, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., Adams-Friendship MiddleSchool, 420 N. Main St., Adams. Enjoy scrambled omlets, potatoes, cheese, icecream, milk and more. 608-339-6062.
June 1:Motorcycle Hill Climb, Dyracuse Park, 1047 Highway O, town ofRome. Watch as motocross riders attempt to climb the very vertical course. 715-325-8014, rapidangels.com.
June 14: Classic Car, Bike and Snowmobile Show, Alpine Village BusinessPark, Highway 13 and Alpine Drive, Town of Rome. Vehicles will be judged with atrophy presentation at 3 p.m. 715-325-6833, romesnobandits.com.
July 26: Castle Rock Triathlon, 8:45 a.m., Castle Rock County Park, 2397Highway Z, Friendship. Competitors are invited to enter as individuals or as a team.608-339-6997, visitadamscountywi.com.
May 24: Not Your Average Triathlon, The Lure Bar & Grill, 1735 Archer Lane, town ofRome. Individuals can participate in a 3- to 10-mile bike ride, a 1- or 3-mile walk or run,and a 1- or 3-mile canoe or kayak ride. Registration forms are available online atromepubliclibrary.org. 715-451-1389.
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ADAMS COUNTY DESTINATIONSPETENWELL AND CASTLE ROCK LAKESTwo of the best-kept secrets in Wisconsin are Petenwell and CastleRock lakes, the second- and fourth-largest inland lakes in the state,together covering more than 60 square miles. In Adams County, theshores of Petenwell and Castle Rock Lake are dotted with public launchsites, and visitors can enjoy water-skiing, swimming, sailing and boat-ing on its beautiful blue waters. Spectacular sunsets await along themany miles of wooded shoreline. For the angler, there are walleye,northern pike, bass and perch lurking just beneath the surface.
ROCHE-A-CRI STATE PARKThe 300-foot sandstone mesa, from which the park derives its name,once was an island in glacial Lake Wisconsin. The summit, now acces-sible by a stairway of solid white-oak planks, offers a breathtaking,120-mile panorama. The varied terrains of the 425-acre park, includegrasslands, open cliffs, pine barrens, oak forest, prairie and the mean-dering Carter Creek. Roche-A-Cri State Park offers 42 wooded camp-sites. There are toilets, water and picnic tables. The park has four milesof marked hiking trails. 1767 Highway 13 in Friendship.
FARMERSMARKETVisit the Alpine Village Business Park in the Town of Rome from 8 a.m.to 1 p.m. Just a few miles south of Wisconsin Rapids off of Highway 13and Alpine Dr, this weekly event gives local nurseries, farmers, busi-nesses and vendors the opportunity to showcase their products fromMay 23 through Sept. 26.
June 14, 15: CRAWCatamaran races, TheLure Bar & Grill, 1735Archer Lane, Rome. Anevent organized by theCatamaran RacingAssociation ofWisconsin, boats willrace on Lake [email protected],crawsailing.org.
Aug. 6-10: AdamsCounty Fair, AdamsCounty Fairgrounds,Highway J, Friendship.Enjoy exhibits, animals,food, a carnival,grandstand shows anddemolition derbies.608-564-3676,adamscountyfairwi.com.
JUNE 28: Superior Vistas Bike Tour, 7:30 a.m., Thompson’s West End Park,401 S. 8th Ave. W., Washburn. This cycling tour takes riders on a picturesque woodlandride featuring panoramic views of Lake Superior. This is a family-oriented, non-compet-itive, eco-friendly, multi-loop bike ride (not a race). Loops of 13, 19, 34, 52 or 70 miles,and a 100-mile route. The event offers support vehicles and food/beverage stops. 1-800-284-9484, [email protected], superiorvistas.org.
JULY 4: IndependenceDay, downtown Ashland. Enjoyan ice cream social from10 a.m.to 1 p.m. on the courthouselawn. A parade on Main Streetwill begin at 11 a.m. An outdoorband concert will be held at 8p.m. in the historic bandshell onHighway 2. A downtown “FireRun” will occur at 9:45 p.m. withfire trucks, police cars, wreckers,and sheriff’s department vehiclesdriving downMain Street withlights flashing and sirens sound-ing. The day finishes with a fire-works display over Chequame-gon Bay at 10 p.m. 800-284-9484,[email protected], vis-itashland.com.
JULY18-20: Bay Days Festival,Friday, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m. to 11p.m. and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Bayview Park,1803 E. Lake Shore Drive, Ashland. Visitors willfind arts and crafts, food booths, a strongest manand strongest bam-bam contest, a pie-eatingcontest, free children's activities, a 5k and 10krace, cardboard boat races, a battle of the bandscontest and more. 800-284-9484, [email protected], ashlandbaydays.com.
JULY 20: Chequamegon Bay SprintTriathlon, 8 a.m., Bayview Park, 1803 E. Lake ShoreDrive, Ashland. Swim 500 meters in Chequame-gon Bay, bike 15 miles from Bayview Park throughAshland and back, run 5k along the waterfronttrail. Racers receive a finisher’s medal, runningshirt and swimming cap. 800-284-9484, [email protected], cheqbaysprint.com.
June 14: Apostle Islands Inline Marathon, 8:30 a.m., Madeline Island.Glide along smooth pavement through scenic woodlands withlakeshore views. The 8.7-mile looped course features a combinationof flats, curves, straightaways and two hairpin turns. Event includes afull marathon, an approximate half-marathon and a fun race calledthe “Mad Skate.” 800-284-9484, [email protected],apostleislandsinline.com.
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4 WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2014 ASHLAND COUNTY
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SEPT. 6:Mural Fest & Classic CarShow, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., downtown Ashland.Held in the courthouse block of MainStreet in downtown Ashland the event willoffer a chance to meet mural artist SuePrentice Martinsen. Enjoy food, music, artsand crafts, sidewalk sales, mural paintinglessons, a mural treasure hunt, a children’sactivities tent and classic car show. GuidedMural Tours on a trolley start at 11 a.m.800-284-9484, [email protected],visitashland.com.
SEPT. 26, 27: 39th AnnualRed Clay Classic, ABC Raceway, 2187 Butter-worth Road, Ashland. This stock car racingevent features four divisions of WISSOTA-sanctioned racing, including Midwest mod-ifieds, super stocks and modifieds. Over 200racers are expected to compete for theirshare of a huge purse. The grandstandopens at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, followed byhot laps at 5:30 p.m. and racing at 7 p.m.The grandstand opens at 2:30 p.m. on Sat-urday, racing at 5 p.m. The ABC Raceway islocated 3.5 miles south of Ashland on High-way 13, then west on Butterworth Road.715-682-4990, abcraceway.com.
MURALWALKListed on the National Register of Historic Places, Ashland’s eight-block Main Streetbusiness district is the backdrop for art depicting the city’s colorful history. The muralshighlight subjects ranging from the city’s lumberjacks and military veterans to itsrailroads, storefronts and massive ore dock. 1-800-284-9484, [email protected],visitashland.com/murals.
WONDROUSWATERFALLSSome of the most spectacular waterfalls in Wisconsin are near Mellen. Hikers can journeyto Morgan Falls, pictured, the second-highest waterfall in the state, while Copper FallsState Park features three scenic waterfalls on the Tyler Forks and Bad rivers. Copper FallsState Park also offers miles of trails, a family campground and a concession stand.800-284-9484, [email protected],visitashland.com/plan-your-visit/recreation/waterfalls.
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MADELINE ISLANDStroll sandy beaches and relaxto the rhythm of rolling waves.Visitors reach the island aboardone of the ferries of the Mad-eline Island Ferry Line. 800-284-9484, [email protected],visitashland.com/member/mad-eline-island-museum.
FISHINGMemorial Day marks the start ofmusky season as anglers travelto larger lakes for a chance athooking Wisconsin’s state fish.Smallmouth bass fanatics willenjoy fishing ChequamegonBay. 800-284-9484,[email protected],visitashland.com/plan-your-visit/recreation/fishing.
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JUNE13-15: Dorchester Days,Dorchester. Enjoy theWisconsin State Champi-onship tractor pull, mini-rod pull and truck pull.The event also features acarnival, a softball tourna-ment, a horseshoe tourna-ment, a charcoal chickendinner on Sunday, a kiddieparade, a street dance,food and refreshments.715-654-5006.
JUNE 20-22:Willard Polka Fest,Willard Community Cen-ter, Willard. Enjoy polkamusic on Friday from 6:30p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Sat-urday from11 a.m. to 11p.m. and Sunday from11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Cost is $7 on Friday, $12 onSaturday and $10 on Sun-day. 715-267-6639.
JULY11-13:Owen Junior Fair, Mill-pond Park, Owen. Visitorsto the Fair will find carni-val rides, music, bingo, acity wide garage sales,volleyball tournaments,water fights between firedepartments, a craft show,raffles, an antique tractorpull, an atv pull and fire-works at dusk on Saturday.Sunday includes a paradeand chicken dinner. 715-229-2404.
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GREENHOUSESAND FARMERSMARKETSClark County has over 40beautiful greenhouses thatopen early in Spring. Localcommunities in the countyfeature farmers marketsfrom May to October.clarkcountytourism-wi.org
Enjoy the 835-acre lake with nine miles of shoreline, sandy beaches for swimming andplay areas for the kids. Visitors will find great boating, skiing and fishing options. There isaccess to camping, cabin rentals, motels and ATV trails. Check out the giant flea marketsand craft sales throughout the summer. Visit the Levis/TrowMound Recreational Area forgreat hiking and biking trails or take the family roller skating at the newly renovated LakeArbutus Pavilion.
JULY 11-13:Greenwood Summer Fest,George Scherer AthleticPark, Greenwood. Visitorswill find concessions, acarnival, a Stampede twoand five mile run/walk. Anarts and crafts festival willbe held on Saturday, alongwith live music, a bakesale, auction, bean bagtournament, Norski balltournament and a dunktank. Sunday includes aparade at 11 a.m., music at1 p.m., a pedal tractor pull,raffle and the ButterOlympics. 715-267-6355.
JULY 18-20:Colby Cheese Days, Colby.This event features acheese run, cheese curdthrowing contest, parade,amusement rides, ATV andtractor pull. A Chariots ofCheese 5k and 10k raceand a one mile kids runwill also be held. 715-223-4435, chariotsofcheese.
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AUG. 15,16:Motorcycle rally,Highground VeteransMemorial Park, Neillsville.An opening ceremony willbe held at 5:30 p.m. onFriday. Motorcycles willjoin the procession at theWCCN Pavilion to meet atThe Highground VeteransMemorial Park. Located onHighway 10, three mileswest of Neillsville. 715-743-4224, thehighground.org.
AUG.22-24: Loyal CornFest, Loyal. Visitors willfind horseshoe tourna-ments, horse, truck andtractor pulls, a carnival,live music and food. Thefestival also includes aparade with Steady Eddieand Travis, Guinness Book
of World Records stiltwalkers. Spanky’s Run/Walk 5k and 10k is alsoplanned. 715-255-8772. ForRun/Walk information call715-255-9441.
SEPT. 5-7:Granton Fall Fest, Threeday community festival,celebrated since 1951. It isa festival that is focusedon children and familyactivities including kid’sgames, carnival, softballtournament, flower show,mini-rod pull, tractor pull,evening music and festivalqueen’s contest and aparade on Sunday. Comejoin the fun! 1st weekendafter Labor Day. Call 715-238-7440.
SEPT. 17-20: Central WisconsinHorse Sale, Clark CountyFairgrounds, Neillsville.Wisconsin’s largest horse
sale includes horse equip-ment, machinery andhorse-drawn vehicles. Allclasses of horses and mulesare available. Vendors will
also sell antiques, collect-ibles, Amish quilts, crafts,furniture, wagons andmore. 715-238-8088,centralwihorsesale.net.
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THUNDERBIRD VIL-LAGE FLEAMARKETAND CRAFT SHOW,HATFIELDEnjoy fun, sun, foodand bargains on Memo-rial Day, the Fourth ofJuly and Labor Day.Check out the Thunder-bird Museum while youare there. You’ll alsofind a resort with camp-ing, play areas and anice cream shop alongwith boat, ATV andcabin rentals all withinwalking distance. Locat-ed 12 miles northeast ofBlack River Falls onHighway E or six milessouthwest of Merrillanon Highway K. 608-989-2275.
THE HIGHGROUNDThe Highground in Neillsville is a 146-acre veteran’smemorial park that pays tribute to the dead and honorsthe survivors, their service and their sacrifice. TheHighground is open to visitors year round with aninformation center open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.thehighground.org.
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JUNE13-15: Rollin’ Iron BikeFest, downtown Gile. Thisride offers a pig roast andcorn feed, beverages, livemusic and a rally ride. Thepig roast and corn feedbegins at noon on Sat-urday. 715-561-4334,[email protected].
JUNE 21: Tur-tle River Canoe Challenge,8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Rugger’sLanding, 5643 Highway 51,Mercer. The Challenge is apoint-to-point pleasurerace open to both canoesand kayaks. The eventofferes either 9.3 or 6 mileraces with a 1mile sprint.Visitors will find music,food and beverages. 715-476-2389, mercercc.com.
June 14: Lupine Junefest, Carow Park on Highway J, Mercer. Visit the Northwoods during the blossoming of wild flowers. Events include bike tours of 10, 26, 28 or 50 miles, aphotography contest, a classic car show, arts and crafts, activities for kids, a silent auction, music, food and beverages. Proceeds are used to support the Mercer Regional Bike TrailSystem Area. Bike tour registration begins at 8 a.m. at Carow Park. Bike helmets are required. Register at mercercc.com.
Iron CountyMay 22-26, Veterans SaluteATV Rally, Mercer Chamber ofCommerce at 5150 Highway 51and Hurley Chamber ofCommerce, 316 Silver St. Enjoya weekend of fun on over 200miles of trails. Register for therally and receive a poker runsheet and a limited editionbandana. Pre-registrants willreceive entry into a raffledrawing with many doorprizes. Registration will beheld at the Mercer and HurleyChambers of Commerce onThursday from noon to 5 p.m.,Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.and Saturday from 9 a.m. tonoon. 715-476-2389,715-561-4334, mercercc.com,hurleywi.com.
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JULY 24-26: Northwoods Sum-mer Art Tour, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Odonata Galleryand Manitowish River Studio, Mercer. Some ofthe Northwood’s finest artists and galleries willallow visitors a behind-the-scenes view of howtheir work is created. 715-385-3334, 715-476-2389, northwoodsarttour.com, mercercc.com.
AUG. 9: Turtle River Duck Race, noon,Rugger’s Landing, 5643 Highway 51, Mercer.Join the Mercer Lions at their annual eventfeaturing food, drinks, raffles and more. Duckswill be released at 11 a.m. 715-476-2389,mercercc.com.
AUG. 9: Pig Roast, 3 p.m., GatewayLodge and Resort, 4695 N. Popko Circle East,Mercer. The Turtle Flambeau Association issponsoring this event which includes live music,raffles, prizes and homemade food. 715-476-7878, mercercc.com.
AUG. 29, 30:Music Fest, The Pines Restaurantand Beer Garden, 5234 Highway51, Mercer. This event offers livemusic, food and beverages. 715-476-2933, mercercc.com.
SEPT. 27:MercerLibrary Fall Celebration, MercerCommunity Center, 2690 W.Margaret St., Mercer. This annualevent sponsored by the Friendsof the Mercer Public Libraryincludes live music, food, wineand beer, live and silent auctions,and raffles. All proceeds supportthe Mercer Library. 715-476-2366.
July 4: Run for a Vet, 8 a.m., MECCA trail system, downtownMercer. Proceeds from this event will benefit veterans and their families. Join the parade after the race at 11 a.m. onHighway 51 followed by food, beverages, games, live music and fireworks at dusk at Carow Park.715-476-2389, mercerCC.com.
Aug. 6: Loon Day Art and Craft Show, downtownMercer. Visitors will find over 250 artand craft exhibits, a flea market and various musicians at the 34th annual event. Ahighlight of the event is the world famous loon calling contest. 715-476-2389,mercerCC.com.
IRON COUNTYDESTINATIONS
FORESTSAlmost 80 percent of Iron Coun-ty is covered in forest. TheNorthern Highland - AmericanLegion State Forest is in thesouthern part of the county.With 377,900 acres forests IronCounty offers a variety of wil-derness adventures.
FLAMBEAU TRAILFollow the footsteps of NativeAmericans, voyagers and firstsettlers as they journeyedthrough Iron County. Lean howtransportation via this ancient“woodland highway" and laterby railroad opened up northerWisconsin to new settlers anddevelopment. 715-561-2922,ironcountywi.com/Recreation/Wisconsin/Heritage/Area/Flambeau/Trail.html.
10 WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2014 LANGLADE COUNTY
JUNE 21: ATV/UTV rally, 9 a.m., Jack Lamar Pavilion, downtown El-cho. Ride trails in Langlade County at this inaugural event. Breakfast will beavailable with brats, hamburgers, hot dogs and beverages served during the restof the day. Find free parking for vehicles and trailers on lots to the east of thepavilion. 715-216-1346.
FARMERSMARKETHeld from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday from June 7 to Sept. 27 in the Antigo Country Store parking lot, you’ll find fresh produce, prepared foods, flowers and more. The market canbe found at 715 Superior St. S., Antigo. antigomarket.com.
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MUSIC IN THEPARKVisit Antigo City Park,700 Aurora St., everyMonday and Thursdaynight at 6:30 p.m. fromJune 2 to August 28 forfree concerts in ahistoric bandstand. Pieand ice cream dessertswill be included at eachconcert at 5:30 p.m. Inthe event of severeweather conditions,concerts will be held inthe Antigo High SchoolCommons at TenthAvenue, Antigo.715-627-1014.
JULY 5: CountryPossum Chase, White LakePavillion, Bissel Street,White Lake. Enjoy either aone-mile or 10k run overmostly flat terrain with afew moderate hills. Thefirst and last miles are runin the village with fourmiles of the race ran in thecountry. 715-882-8862.
JULY 5: Fourthof July celebration, WhiteLake. A parade begins atnoon followed by fire-works over White Lake atdusk. Attendees will findfood, live music, a dunktank, raffles, a fish tankand games. There will alsobe a boat parade at dusk.715-882-2246.
JULY12: Splash-N-Dash, Veterans Memori-al Park at Jack Lake, N8375Park Dr., Deerbrook. TheAntigo Swim Club presentsthis Aquathon event thatincludes a half-mile"splash" in the beautifulwaters of Jack Lake, fol-lowed by a 5K trail "dash"through the [email protected], tandhtiming.com/aquathon-7-12-1/2014-07-12.
JULY 23-27: Langlade CountyYouth Fair, Langlade County Fairgrounds, NevaRoad, Antigo. This event features live music,shows, a midway, animal sales and judging, ademolition derby, stock car racing, and tractorpulls. langladecountyfair.com
AUG. 9: Tater Trot, Antigo City Park,700 Aurora Street. This race features 10k and1-mile runs and a 4-mile walk. Runners will startand finish in Antigo City Park. The course in-cludes paved streets and country roads withshort sections of gravel. 715-627-4336, antigotatertrot.com.
SEPT. 6:Wolfman Triathlon, 7 a.m. to2 p.m., Bear Paw Outdoor Adventure Resort.This race consists of three segments: a threemile river race on class one and twoWolf River,a 12 mile mountain bike ride on single anddouble track courses on the Nicolet-Roche trailsystem and the Bear Paw system including ariver crossing and a three mile trail run on thebanks of the Wolf. A post-race party will beheld at Bear Paw Outdoor Adventure Resortwith a pig roast, awards and prizes. [email protected], wolfmantriathlon.org
SEPT. 20: Fly-In Air Show, 9 a.m.,Langlade County Airport, Antigo. A pancakeand waffle breakfast kicks off this event fol-lowed by free Young Eagle flights for first timeflyers ages 8 to 17 at 11 a.m. Lunch served willbe served from11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors willalso find a bounce house, flight simulator, raf-fles, games, face painting, ice cream and more.The air show begins at 1 p.m. Pilots and kids eatfree.
Sept. 20: Lakes & Leaves Bike Ride, Summit Lake Park. Enjoy a ride through the scenery ofnorthern Langlade County on routes of four different lengths (6, 18, 38 and 76 miles).715-623-4134, antigochamber.com.
Aug. 17: Car show and swap meet, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Peaceful Valley Park, Field Street,Antigo. The Badgerland Classics & Customs event features vehicles, snowmobilesand motorcycles. Visitors will find food, crafts, music and a model car contest.715-623-7351, badgerlandcc.org.
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JUNE 14:Mud bogs, truck and tractor pull, noon, Gleason Lions Club Park, N5179Bradley St., Gleason. A variety of vehicles will race on a mud track. The tractor and truck pullsalso take place in the mud. 715-873-4515, merrillchamber.org.
JULY 11: Movie in the park, Normal Park on North Center Avenue, Merrill. Themovie begins at dusk, but games and concessions open at 6 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs andblankets and enjoy “Air Bud: Golden Receiver” under the stars. merrillchamber.org.
June 6-8: Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo, Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 6:30 p.m., Sunday at 1 p.m., Lincoln County Fairgrounds, Merrill. Enjoy bronco riding, roping, bull riding, barrel racing,steer wrestling, bareback riding and more. An antique tractor pull will be at 10 a.m. Saturday. $12 in advance, $17 at the gate for adults. $10 in advance, $12 at the gate for children 6 to12, children five and under enter for free. wisconsinriverprorodeo.com.
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July 30-Aug. 8: Lincoln County Fair, Lincoln County Fairgrounds, Merrill. Visitors will findmusic, magic, pedal tractor pulls, outhouse races, games and rides. The fair also offersfood and animal judging. Admission is free. 715-536-5212, lincolncofair.com.
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JULY12:Mud bogs, truck and tractor pull, noon, Gleason Lions ClubPark, N5179 Bradley St., Gleason. A variety of vehicles will raceon a mud track. The tractor and truck pulls also take place inthe mud. 715-873-4515, merrillchamber.org.
AUG. 14: Crazy Daze, downtown Merrill. Shop-pers will find sidewalk sales and activities. Live music wraps upthe day at several locations. merrillchamber.org
SEPT. 6: Airport Days, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., AirportRoad, Merrill. This annual event for families includes varioustypes of airplanes, skydivers, tours of the airport, a flea marketand activities. 715-536-2024, merrillchamber.org.
OCT. 4: Lincoln Lager Barleyfest, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.,MARC and Smith Center, 1100 Marc Drive, Merrill. Taste morethan 30 micro brews and vote for your favorites. The eventalso offers contests, raffles and food. 715-536-7313, lincolnlagerbarleyfest.com.
Sept. 1: Car show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Lincoln County Fairgrounds, Merrill. Browse more than 250 cars and vote for your favorite. Visitors also will find food, games, a flea market andauction benefiting Habitat for Humanity. A chicken dinner also is planned. merrillchamber.org.
LINCOLNCOUNTYDESTINATIONSMUSIC IN THEPARKEnjoy music by differentbands every Thursday at6 p.m. from July 10 toAugust 28 at the NormalPark gazebo located onNorth Center Avenue,Merrill. Bring your blan-ket or chair, a picnic orsnacks. In case of rain,the concerts will bemoved to Les & Jim’sBanquet Hall.
Sept. 13: Pork in the Park Ribfest, noon, MARC sports complex, 1100 Marc Drive, Merrill.The event includes a beer tent, live music and more than ribs. Enjoy chicken breast, ribbonfries, corn on the cob, hot dogs and more. Vote for your favorite rib from noon to 2 p.m.merrillchamber.org
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JULY10-13:Balloon and Rib Fest,Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10p.m., Friday from 5 p.m. to11 p.m., Saturday from11a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sundaybeginning at 6 a.m., Wau-sau. Enjoy hot air balloons,six rib vendors, kites, pigracing, bounce houses,food and fireworks. Ad-mission is free. 715-843-0748, wausauevents.org.
JULY 29-AUG. 3: Wis-consin Valley Fair, 1201Stewart Ave., Wausau. Avariety of national musicalacts can be found in thegrandstand nightly as wellas a demolition derby.
FARMERSMARKETSVisitors will find veggies, fruits, organic produce, local meats and cheeses, bakery, flowers and more Wednesdays andSaturdays at 200 River Drive in downtownWausau. The market opens at 7 a.m. and continues into early November.Weston and Kronenwetter also offer weekly farmers markets. Kronenwetter’s is held every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.beginning June 15. The Weston market is open every Tuesday and Saturday opening at 7 a.m.
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WOODSON HISTORYCENTER/YAWKEY HOUSEMUSEUMHome to the Marathon County Historical Society, theWoodson History Center is a lovely brick house built in1914 with a rich history. Today it contains the libraryand archives, artifacts and exhibits. Across the streetlies the Cyrus and Alice Yawkey house. It features beau-tiful stained glass windows, art glass lighting fixturesand many original Yawkey furnishings. A small en-trance fee is charged for nonmembers of the Society.The formal garden, complete with pergola, pond andfountain, is open to the public from April to October.410 McIndoe St., Wausau.
DELLS OF THE EAU CLAIRE COUNTYPARKThe dells surround fantastic geological features createdby the Eau Claire River. The river bisects this 190-acrepark. With 27 campsites and the adjacent Ice Age Trail,this park offers visitors a number of nature trails righton the banks of the Eau Claire River, along with aswimming beach, spectacular waterfalls and rapids. Therock formations are a magnet for photographers insearch of a unique natural subject.
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AUG.15, 16: Big BullFalls Blues Fest, Fridayfrom 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. andSaturday from1p.m. to 11p.m., Wausau. The Fridayline-up includes AaronWilliams and the Hoodoo,Reverend Raven & theChain Smokin’ Altar Boysand The Jimmys. Satur-day’s line-up offers JWJones, Quinn Sullivan,Candye Kane, John Ne-meth and Royal SouthernBrotherhood. 715-843-0748, wausauevents.org.
AUG.16, 17:MidwestFreestyle Kayak and CanoeChampionships, 10 a.m. to4 p.m., Whitewater Park,200 River Drive, down-townWausau. Freestyle
paddlers from around theMidwest will show offtheir moves and competeto win the top spot in avariety of classes. 715-203-
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SEPT. 6: Birds inArt, Leigh Yawkey Wood-
son Art Museum, 700 N.12th St., Wausau. Birdsprovide inspiration forartists throughout theworld. Artists strive to be
among those chosen forthis internationally re-nowned exhibition featur-ing original paintings,sculptures and graphics
created within the last twoyears. The exhibition lastsinto November. 715-845-7010, lywam.org.
SEPT. 6, 7:Wausau Festival of Arts,Saturday from10 a.m. to 5p.m. and Sunday from10a.m. to 4 p.m., variouslocations aroundWausau.More than 120 fine artistsare juried in 12 mediumsmaking for a great varietyof work for patrons topurchase. Art in the Parkwill be held at MarathonPark this weekend, too.715-843-0748, wausauevents.org.
SEPT. 27:Brewmaster's Oktoberfest,1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Wausau.Restaurants, cheese mak-ers and the WisconsinBrewers Guild’s brewpubmembers have teamed upto complement craft beerswith a dish. 715-843-0748,wausauevents.org.
June 20-22: St. Anne Fest, St. Anne Parish, 700 W. BridgeSt., Wausau. Enjoy live music Friday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.,Saturday from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to6 p.m. Visitors also will find food, raffles, bingo, anoutdoor Mass and more. 715-849-3930,stanneswausau.org/fest.
June 14-29: Badger State Summer Games, Wausau area.Individuals and teams of all ages compete in Olympic-styleevents at locations across the Wausau area over threeweekends. Events include archery, bowling, golf, soccer,swimming, crossfit, 3-on-3 basketball, pickleball and more.715-355-8788, badgerstategames.org.
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JUNE14: Art Fair on theCourthouse Lawn, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., down-town Rhinelander. This annual event isheld on the lawn of the Oneida CountyCourthouse. Browse dozens of art andcraft vendors and enjoy entertainment,food and family fun. 715-365-7464, explorerhinelander.com.
JUNE 20-22: Boom LakeLog Jam, Hodag Park, Rhinelander. Joinus for the inaugural Boom Lake Log Jam,a celebration of the Rhinelander area’s
logging past, at Hodag Park in down-town Rhinelander. The event will featurelumberjack competitions, live entertain-ment, and interactive exhibits. 715-365-7464, explorerhinelander.com.
JUNE 21: Minocqua IslandSwim Challenge, 9 a.m., Torpy Park, Mi-nocqua. Dive into the waters of LakeMinocqua for a one-mile, out-and-backswim race in this annual event, whichbenefits the Oneida County Dive Team.1-800-44-NORTH, minocquaislandswimchallenge.com.
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HODAGSThis city of about 7,700 people in Oneida County is home to a fabled beast called theHodag. Visitors can get their picture taken with a sculpture of the legendary creaturewhen they stop at the Visitor Center on Highway 8. 715-365-7464,explorerhinelander.com.
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JULY19-23:Rhinelander School of theArts, James Williams Mid-dle School, 915 AcaciaLane, Rhinelander Enjoy aweekend or a full five daysof inspiration and educa-tion. 608-262-7389, con-tinuingstudies.wisc.edu/conferences/school-of-the-arts-rhinelander.
JULY25, 26:WoundedWarrior Snowshoe Base-ball, Minocqua Park Com-plex. Lake Tomahawk’sSnow Hawks snowshoebaseball team will wel-come members of theWoundedWarrior Projectto Oneida County forthree games. The Wound-ed Warriors team is madeup of soldiers who havelost one or more limbs toinjuries sustained in com-bat. 715-277-2602, laketo-mahawkwi.org.
JULY25-27: North-woods Summer Art Tour,10 a.m. to 5 p.m., variouslocations in Vilas, Oneida,
Iron, Langlade and LincolnCounties. The NorthwoodsArt Tour allows visitors toexplore the studios andgalleries of more than 30northern Wisconsin artists,
including painters, pho-tographers, furnituremakers and woodcarvers.While some of the studiosfeatured are open year-round, others are only
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WISCONSIN RIVER CRUISESThe two-story Wilderness Queen ferries passengersdown the Wisconsin River on sightseeing tours fromMaythrough October. Enjoy dinner cruises on Thursdays,Fridays and Saturdays during the summer. Located at theintersection of Highways 8 and 47 in Rhinelander. 715-369-7500, wisconsinrivercruises.com.
FISHINGA great fishing spot in Oneida County is the WillowFlowage which covers 4,200 acres. The Flowage providesanglers with great opportunities to hook musky, pan-fish, bass, Northern pike and walleye. Visitors will findfour boat landings with easy access. Take Highway 8west from north of Tomahawk, then head north onWillow Road. dnr.state.wi.us/lakes/lakepages/LakeDetail.aspx?wbic=1528300.
KOVAC PLANETARIUMFrank Kovac spent more than a decade building thisdestination near Rhinelander. The two-ton, 22-footdiameter, electrically driven globe planetarium showsevery star, painted painted by hand by Kovac, in Wiscon-sin’s night sky. 2392 Mud Creek Road, Rhinelander.715-487-4411, kovacplanetarium.com.
July 10-13: Hodag Country Festival, 4270 River Road, Rhinelander. Each year at the HodagCountry Festival, 30,000 music fans enjoy four days of big-name country music acts.715-369-1300, hodag.com.
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JULY 31-AUG. 3: OneidaCounty Fair, Pioneer Park,Rhinelander. Visitors and
locals have been comingto the Oneida County Fairfor more than 100 years toenjoy the games, carnivalrides, agricultural exhibitsand live entertainment.Admission is free. 715-365-2750, oneidacountyfairwi.com.
AUG. 30: Nico-let Wheel-A-Way, DonBurnside Park, ThreeLakes. This Three Lakessummer tradition sendsbikers through the NicoletNational Forest and alongthe Three Lakes Chain ofLakes. This fun, casualbicycle ride is not a race,but rather a scenic tour.Choose an 18- or 36-mileroute. 715, 546-3344,threelakes.com/wheelaway.
PAUL BUNYAN COOK SHANTYPart restaurant, gift shop and bakery, look for Paul Bunyan and his blue ox Babe inMinocqua. Modeled after the lumberjack cook shanties found in the Northwoods in the1800s, this restaurant offers all-you-can-eat meals. 715-356-6270, paulbunyans.com.
Sept. 26, 27: Beef-A-Rama, downtownMinocqua.Celebrate the 50th anniversary of this festival dedicated toeverything beef. Don’t miss a weekend filled withactivities, including cook-offs, live music, a Parade of Beefand the Rump Roast Run. 800-44-NORTH, beefarama.com.
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JUNE 4-7: Special Olympics State Summer Games, UW-StevensPoint, 2100 Main St., Stevens Point. State competition will be held in aquatics,powerlifting, athletics and soccer. 608-442-5661, specialolympicswisconsin.org.
JUNE 7:Walk Wisconsin, 8 a.m., Pfiffner Pioneer Park, 1100 CrosbyAve., Stevens Point. This fun, noncompetitive event offers walkers a ¼-, ½-, ¾-or full marathon along the scenic Green Circle Trail. The walk passes rivers, lakesand unique ecosystems. activeportagecounty.com.
JUNE 20-22:Midwest Renewable Energy Fair, Renew the EarthInstitute, 7558 Deer Road, Custer. This event with an environmental focus fea-tures energy education workshops, exhibits and demonstrations, as well as liveentertainment. As the nation's longest running energy education event of itskind, it features exhibits, workshops, a Green Home Pavilion, green buildingdemonstrations, entertainment, keynote speakers, food and local beer. 715-592-6595, midwestrenew.org.
JULY 3-5: Riverfront Rendezvous, Pfiffner Pioneer Park, 1100 CrosbyAve., Stevens Point. This event includes live music, the Carp Classic fishing con-test, a lighted boat parade, games, food and refreshments. Free admission. Liveentertainment begins at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, 8 a.m. on Friday and noon onSaturday. Fireworks at dusk on July 5. 715-346-1531, stevenspoint.com/rr.
JULY 26: CelebratePlover, 9 a.m. to midnight, LakePacawa Park, Plover. This eventfeatures a craft, farmer and fleamarket, a Taste of Plover foodcourt area and live music. Otherevents include children’s activities,firefighter water fights, displaysand more. 715-345-5258, ploverwi.gov.
AUG. 8-10:MidwestRecumbent Rally, Friday from10a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from10a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 8a.m. to 2 p.m. Hostel Shoppe, 3201John Joanis Drive, Stevens Point.This event welcomes recumbentbicycle riders from across the Mid-west to the Stevens Point area fora weekend of exhibits, tours andriding. The weekend is capped offwith a “super tour" Aug. 10. 800-233-4340, hostelshoppe.com/recumbent_rally.php.
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GREEN CIRCLE STATE TRAILThis trail circles Stevens Point and touches the neighboring communities of Plover andWhiting. The 31-mile trail is popular among outdoors enthusiasts year-round, offeringhiking and biking in the summer. Schmeeckle Reserve, 2419 Northpoint Drive.715-346-4992, dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/greencircle.
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K.A.S.H. PLAYGROUNDVisit Mead Park, along the Wisconsin River inDowntown Stevens Point to find this family-friendly spot. K.A.S.H. is a universally accessibleplayground, on a soft rubber surface that in-cludes slides, swings and climbing equipment thatis suitable and safe for children of all abilities. Funfor all ages and mobilities. kashplayground.org.
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One of four historical sites maintained by thePortage County Historical Society, this locationoffers a collection of historical buildings from theearly days of Portage County, including a one-room school house, train depot, post office,church, and homes. Located at the corner ofWillow andWashington in Plover. Open week-ends fromMemorial Day through Labor Day from1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. pchswi.org.
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AUG. 12-14:Wisconsin Farm Technol-ogy Days in Portage County, Blue Top Farms, Plover.This event is the largest agricultural show in Wiscon-sin and one of the largest in the nation. See the latestin farming technologies and find out what’s best forthe environment, the cows and the consumer. There’llbe over 600 commercial exhibitors as well as forageand vegetable harvesting and related equipment,plus family and youth programs, antique tractors andfarm tours. portagecountyfarmtech.com.
AUG. 23: Amish Quilt, Craft and FurnitureAuction, 7 a.m until 3 p.m., Amherst Fairgrounds,4504 Fairground Road, Amherst. Visitors will findhundreds of quilts and wall hangings, crafts, furni-ture, a flea market and bake sale at this event. Thereis also a large selection of Amish-made goods. 920-450-1843, maderauction.com.
AUG. 30, 31: Riverfront Jazz Festival,3 p.m. to 9 p.m. each day, Pfiffner Pioneer Park, 1100Crosby Ave., Stevens Point. This is the largest outdoorjazz festival in Central Wisconsin. The event offersmusic and fine dining. 715-345-2976, riverfrontjazzfestival.com.
SEPT. 20: Art in the Park, 10 a.m. to 4p.m., Pfiffner Pioneer Park, 1100 Crosby Ave., StevensPoint. This event features works from artists acrossthe region and the state. The event also includeshands-on activities for kids, including tie-dying, hand-made paper and more. 715-344-8901, artintheparkstevenspoint.org.
SEPT. 20, 21: Dozynki Harvest Festival,Moose Lodge, Stevens Point. Enjoy polka bands, Polishand American food, Polish crafts and demonstrations. APolka Mass will be held at St. Stephens in Stevens Pointon Sunday. polkapowwow.com.
July 10-13: 41st Annual IolaCar Show and Swap Meet,100 N. Main St., Iola. Visitthe Midwest’s greatest oldcar show and swap meet,with over 2,000 cars and4,000 swap spaces. Don’tmiss this year’s exhibits,“Four for All in ‘14”featuring four-door vehiclesand “Celebrating 50 Yearsof Mustang.” 715-445-4000,iolaoldcarshow.com.
RIVERFRONT ARTS CENTERSituated along the Wisconsin River, this destination offersexhibits from local, regional and national artists, as well aseducational workshops. Free admission. 1200 Crosby Ave.,Stevens Point. 715-343-6251, stevenspointarea.com. Openfrom 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Tuesday to Friday; 11 a.m. to 3p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
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JUNE14, 15: Catawba/Kennan Lumber-man’s Day, Saturday from 9 a.m. to midnight and Sundayfrom 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Catawba and Kennan Parks. Enjoya 4k fun run/walk starting at 10 a.m., a bean bag tourna-ment noon, bingo, mini rod pull and music on Saturdayat Kennan Memorial Park. Attend the New Hope Churchservice at 9 a.m., a parade at 10:30 a.m. followed byhorseshoe tournament, live music, logging contests, avolleyball tournament, concessions, BBQ chicken andraffle on Sunday at Catawba. 715-474-6626, [email protected], [email protected].
JULY 4, 5: Price County Airport and HarborView Fly-In or Float-In, Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturdayfrom 8 a.m. to midnight, Harbor View Pub & Eatery onLong Lake, 1094 N. Lake Ave., Phillips. Enjoy an aerobaticshow Friday at the airport. A breakfast buffet will be
July 12, Chain of Lakes Tri, 9 a.m., Elk Lake/Lionite Park Pavilion, Highway H, downtown Phillips. Competitors will swim ¼mile in Elk Lake, bike 18 miles on rural roads and run threemiles along Lake Duroy. Participants can enter as individuals or as a relay team. Registration includes an official race shirt, buffet lunch and awards. There will be a free steeplechaseevent for kids. 715-339-2143, [email protected], phillipschainoflakestri.org.
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SOLBERG LAKE COUNTY PARKLocated on 844-acre Solberg Lake, this park offers a 60-unit campground. There is a large, sandy beach, a silent sportstrail, a fishing pier, a boat landing and a dock. ATV and UTV riders also are welcomed in some of the campsites that allowdirect access to the 9.5-mile Solberg Trail and the 70-mile Flambeau Trail System.
June 20-22: 31st annual Czech-Slovak Festival, Friday at 7p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m., First Baptist Church and Phillips High School, 990Flambeau Ave., Phillips. Visitors will find arts, crafts,vendors, live music, a Tour De Kolacky Bike Rally andCzech-Slovak cuisine. 715-339-4100, 888-408-4800,czech-slovak-festival.com.
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Spend the night with nature, relax and havefun at one of our campgrounds offering a largeselection of modern RV campsites to rusticpaddle-in tent camping. Nearby and on-siterecreational opportunities abound. Whetheryou enjoy ATV/UTV riding, fishing, hunting,canoeing, kayaking,boating, swimming,hiking, biking, horsebackriding, wildlife viewingor auto touring, there isa campground designedwith you in mind.
Price County’s Campgrounds & Unique Parks
Tuscobia TrailheadCounty Park
An outdoor museumwith over 200embellished statues.
Direct trail access forATV/UTV riding.
Wisconsin’s highestgeographical point.
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held Saturday morning at Harbor View with an aerobaticshow at the airport at 11 a.m. Visitors will also find planerides and live music at Lake, Rattle & Roll on Saturday atHarbor View. Price County Airport activities are free tothe public. 715-339-2626, 715-339-3701,[email protected], [email protected],co.price.wi.us/government/pricecountyairport, harborview.com.
JULY 25, 26: Northwoods StampedeMusic Festival, 9510 E Solberg Lake Road, Phillips. Thisevent features rising country stars Bridgette Tatum,Outshyne and The Morrison Brothers Band. Camping isavailable adjacent to the festival grounds. 715-339-3566,[email protected], northwoodstampede.com/index.html.
JULY 31-AUG. 3: Flam-beau Rama, 9 a.m. – mid-night, Highway 13 N. toFifth St. N., Park Falls. Thisevent includes free livemusic, food, rides, rodcasting, frog jumping andchalk drawing contests.Visitors will also find side-walk sales, a run/walk andfun run, a 4-on-4 basket-ball tournament, car show,parade and more. 715-762-2703, 877-762-2703, [email protected], parkfalls.com.
AUG.20-24: Price CountyFair, Fairgrounds, HighwayH, N9130 Forest Lane,Phillips. This event’s $10admission includes allentertainment, carnivalrides and parking. Visitorswill find family entertain-ment including magic and4-H shows, antique dis-plays and demonstrations,animal barns, live enter-tainment, concessions,exhibits, vendors andmore. 715-339-2397, pricecountyfair.com, [email protected].
SEPT. 27:Christmas Tree Festival, 9a.m., N1859 School HouseRoad, downtown Ogema.Enjoy a parade at 11 a.m.,chicken BBQ at 11:15 a.m.plus other food and re-freshments. The eventincludes a “Run to thePeak” race at Timm’s Hill.The event also features alibrary book sale, tours ofthe Pioneer House Mu-seum, an arts and craftsfair, an ATV pull, Christmastree toss, tree judging, andthe Ogema Fire Companywill hold its annual Fire-man’s Dance at the firehall beginning at 7 p.m.715-767-5989.
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HIGH POINT TRAILLocated at Timm’s Hill, Wisconsin’s highest geographical point, this system of loop trailstraverse some of the hilliest terrain in the state. The trails are perfect for hiking, bikingand horseback riding. Forests of hardwood and hemlock border the full length of thetrail. Climb the lookout tower for a birds-eye view.
LAKES AND RIVERSPrice County offers what may be the best multi-species freshwater fishing in the coun-try. Anglers will find walleye, musky, Northern pike, large and smallmouth bass, troutand panfish in the area. Enjoy fishing from the shore or a from a boat, from a bridge ordock, in lakes and ponds, and rivers and streams. Guides and sport shops are availablein Price County to help you in landing your trophy fish.
Aug. 9: Wisconsin Concrete Park Celebration, noon to 4p.m., Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 S. Highway 13,Phillips. This free event is a celebration of the arts in a parksetting. There are a lot of activities and entertainmentgeared toward families, including make-and-take artcreations, a quilt display, an art exhibit, live music, guidedpark tours, arts and crafts, a silent auction, beverages andfood. 715-339-7282, [email protected],friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html.
PADDLINGThe Crazy Loon organizesan evening on the waterevery Thursday betweenJune 12 and August 21. Thelocations will be announcedfor these easy, out andback paddles at 6 p.m.715-339-6254,[email protected],thecrazyloon.com/thursday-evening-paddle.
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JUNE19-22: Hayward Musky Festival, Main Street, Hayward. Enjoy fish,food and plenty of fun for the whole family. Visitors will find sidewalk sales, art andcrafts, carnival, games, a parade, live music, a fishing contest and a street dance. 715-634-8662, muskyfestival.com.
Sept. 12-14: Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival, Cable. This event features mountain bike racing, vendors, a bicycle parade, food, awards, children’s events and demonstrations.715-798-3594, cheqfattire.com. PHOTO COURTESY SKINNYSKI.COM
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NATIONAL FRESHWATER FISHING HALL OF FAME, HAYWARDA 200-foot long musky greets visitors to this Northwoods treasure. The Hall of Fame’shighlight is a “Shrine to Anglers” inside the giant musky. The museum includes more than50,000 fishing artifacts. The Hall of Fame is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. through the endof October and open until 4:30 p.m. in June, July and August. 10360 Hall of Fame Drive,Hayward. 715-634-4440, freshwater-fishing.org.
JUNE 21: Dairybreakfast, 6:30 a.m. to 11a.m., Sawyer County Fair-grounds, Highway B, Hay-ward. Enjoy blueberrypancakes, sausage, straw-berries, whipped cream,cranberry juice, milk,cheese and coffee. Visitorswill also find a petting zoo,antique tractors and more.Cost is $6 for adults and $4for kids ages 4-12. 715-462-4608.
JULY18-20:Honor the Earth PowWow,Lac Courte Oreilles schoolgrounds, 8575 N. TrepaniaRoad, Hayward. Ojibwetradition and celebrationare the centerpieces of thishomecoming event whichalso includes music, danc-ing, crafts and food. 715-634-8934, lco-nsn.gov.
AUG.14-17: SawyerCounty Fair, Sawyer Coun-ty Fairgrounds, Highway B,Hayward. Visitors will findentertainment, a demoli-tion derby, animals, acarnival, games, a tractorpull, an ATV rally, livemusic and food. 715-934-2721, sawyercountyfai-r.org.
AUG.29-31: Trout Festi-val, Exeland. This eventoffers a fishing contest, 5kobstacle run, ATV pull,carnival, parade, live mu-sic, volleyball, horseshoeand softball tournaments,an archery shoot, rafflesand more. Admission is $3.715-266-4181, exelandro-dandgunclub.org.
SEPT. 20: Hay-ward Fall Festival, MainStreet, Hayward. Thisevent features fine art andcrafts, a microbrew gar-den, food, music andgames. 715-634-8662,haywardareachamber.com.
July 24-26: Lumberjack World Championships, Lumberjack Bowl, Hayward. Enjoyprofessional competitors as they battle in chopping, bucking, sawing, speed climbing andthe boom run. 715-634-2484, lumberjackworldchampionships.com. PHOTO COURTESY DARLENE
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CHEQUAMEGON NATIONAL FORESTThe forest provides fishing for trout or other game fish is plentiful as well asopportunities to encounter many rare species of fish, wildlife or plants. And if you are intohiking, the Chequamegon National Forest has a lot to offer, too. The forest covers morethan 1.5 million acres of Wisconsin’s Northwoods in 11 counties. 715-634-4821,fs.usda.gov/cnnf.
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HAYWARDFLY FISHINGCOMPANYThis shop is dedicated toproviding the best flyfishing gear along with astaff of guides who’llteach new anglers orintroduce veterans tonew waters and species.715-634-8149, haywardflyfishingcompany.com.
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June 6, 7: North Central Rodeo Days, Brecke Rodeo Grounds on High-way 64 near Medford. Enjoy cowboys competing along with food, music and fun.715-678-2286.
June 14, 15: June Dairy Days, Gilman. A dairy breakfast is served atthe Gilman Village Park on Saturday morning with a chicken dinner Sunday startingat 11 a.m. The event also offers a softball tournament, car show, pirate triathlon,games and a fun run. 715-447-8333, gilmanwi.com/junedairydays.
CHEQUAMEGON NATIONAL FORESTThe forest provides hunting opportunities for big game, upland game birds, waterfowl and small game. And if you are into camping, picnicking and swimming, the ChequamegonNational Forest has a lot to offer, too. 715-634-4821, fs.usda.gov/cnnf.
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July 4: Strawberries and Cream Festival, Medford City Park, Medford.Enjoy a farmers market, food, games, live music and fireworks. 715-748-2626.
July 19, 20: Centennial Celebration, Gilman. This event offerslive music, food, contests, a parade and fireworks. 715-447-5779, gilmanwi.com/centennial.php.
Aug. 8-10: Rib Lake Ice Age Days, Rib Lake. Enjoy a carnival, carshow, tractor rides, bean bag tournament, raffle, parade and food. 715-427-3132.
MONDEAUX DAM RECREATION AREAThe Mondeaux Dam and Flowage were built in the 1930s. In succeeding years, the400-acre recreation area developed in the surrounding northern hardwood forest.It quickly became one of the best birding locations in the region. FromMedford,travel north 15 ½ miles on Highway 13, west on Highway D 6½miles, then south 1mile on Forest Road 104 (Mondeaux Drive) to the entrance of the recreation area.Park in the paved parking lot. The recreation area offers camping, swimming, aboat launch and nature trails. W7969 Park Road, Westboro. 715-748-4875.
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EX VOTO ART & DESIGNSTUDIO, MEDFORDExVoto Art & Design Studio showcases origi-nal art exhibits featuring work by bothemerging and established artists and by pro-viding activities and events that encourageparticipation and appreciation of the arts. 172S. Main St., Medford. 715-748-4261.
ICE AGE TRAIL, RIB LAKEThe Ice Age Trail passes just to the north ofRib Lake with trail access points within theVillage of Rib Lake. The longest unbrokenstretch of the National Scenic Ice Age Trail —60 miles of it — is in Taylor County. The Rib
Lake segment offers mixed hardwood foresttrails for 4-, 7-, and 12-mile hikes. The Ice AgeNational Scenic Trail enters Taylor Countyfrom the east at Tower Avenue in LincolnCounty. iceagetrail.org.
KIDRICK SWAMPBirders will want to stop at this 4,000-acrewetland to catch a glimpse of a variety ofwarblers and other bird species. Locatedwithin the Chequamegon-Nicolet NationalForest, visitors can access the area on FR 113two miles south of Highway D. 715-748-4875.
PERKINSTOWN ATV TRAILRiders will find 20 miles of gently rollingterrain through the Chequamegon-NicoletNational Forest west of Medford. The trail-head is about 15 miles west of Medford onHighway 64. 715-748-4875.
July 24-27: Taylor County Fair, corner ofhighways 13 and 64, Medford. Visitors willfind food, shows, livestock, 4-H events, bingoand carnival rides. Music will play throughoutthe weekend with truck and tractor pullsFriday and Saturday. 715-748-3348,witaylorcountyfair.com.
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June 7:Walk in the Woods Art Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Germain Chamber ofCommerce, 473 Highway 70, St. Germain. This event features artists from around theMidwest. Browse pottery, paintings, photography, jewelry and more. The event willalso feature wine tastings and live music. 715-477-2205, st-germain.com/events.
June 14: Great Northern Beer Festival, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Hi-Pines Camp-ground, 1919 Highway 45, Eagle River. Enjoy microbrews and craft beers frommorethan 30 breweries. Attendees will receive a souvenir tasting glass and booklet, and willbe able to learn about the brewing process from some of the Midwest’s most cele-brated brewers. The festival has been recognized by Road Trips for Beer as “one of theTop 10 Spring Beer Festivals.” 715-891-0421, [email protected],greatnorthernbeerfestival.com.
July 4: Star Spangled Jubilee, Boulder Junction. This event will include a parade downMain Street beginning at noon. A fireworks display will be held at dusk at the Boulder JunctionAirport. 715-385-2400, boulderjct.org.
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NORTHWOOD CHILDREN’S MUSEUMThis Eagle River museum offers hands-on exhibits, educational programs, and specialevents throughout the year. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday throughSaturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. 346 W. Division St., Eagle River. 715-479-4623,northwoodschildrensmuseum.com.
June14, 15: Callie RohrMemorial Canoe and Kay-ak Race, 10 a.m., Rohr’sWilderness Tours, 5230Razorback Road, Conover.This is a 26-mile, two-daycanoe race on the head-waters of the WisconsinRiver. 800-359-6315, 715-479-6400, rwtcanoe.com/canoerace.htm.
July 10: Guides/Kids Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.,Vilas County Fairgrounds,Highway 70, Eagle River.This event for childrenbetween the ages of 7 and12 brings guides togetherwith kids for an afternoonof fishing. 800-359-6315,[email protected], ea-gleriver.org.
July 13: Festivalof Flavors, Riverview Park,downtown Eagle River.The Festival of Flavorsattracts some of Wiscon-sin's best foods and bever-ages. Attendees can sam-ple champion cheeses,award winning wines,
prized Wisconsin meats,along with fare from arearestaurants. The DiscoverWisconsin Theatre stagewill host many fun eventssuch as cooking demos, a‘Kids' Kreative Kakes Kon-test’ and cooking classes.Artisan crafts booths anddisplays will also be fea-tured. 800-359-6315, 715-479-6400, [email protected], eagleriver.org.
July 31-Aug. 2: Pig inthe Pines Ribfest, 11:30a.m. to 9:30 p.m., St. Ger-main Community Park.Enjoy fresh ribs from na-tional-award-winningvendors, as well as livebands, rides and more.715-477-2205, st-ger-main.com/events.
Aug. 7-10:Vilas County Fair, VilasCounty Fairgrounds, EagleRiver. Visitors will findmidway rides, live enter-tainment, agricultural andanimal exhibits and more.715-479-2057, co.vilas.wi.us/fair.
Aug. 10: Musky Jambo-ree, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.,downtown Boulder Junc-tion. This event features aMusky Fun Run, a carshow, more than 150 artsand crafts booths, food, acasting contest for kids, aflea market, live entertain-ment and more. 715-385-2400, boulderjct.org.
Aug. 13: PaulBunyan Fest, 10 a.m. to 4p.m., downtown EagleRiver. This family eventfeatures chainsaw carvingdemonstrations, live mu-sic, more than 75 arts andcrafts booths and greatfood including a huge PaulBunyan-size beef sandwichand luncheon round outthe day. 715-479-6400,[email protected], ea-gleriver.org.
Aug. 15-17:National ChampionshipMusky Open, Vilas CountyFairgrounds, Highway 70,Eagle River. This family-oriented catch-and-releasetournament is the largestamateur musky tourna-ment in the world. Over
1,100 anglers will try theirluck on seven differentlake families in the EagleRiver area. 800-359-6315,muskyopen.com.
Aug. 30:Northwoods Bad-Dash,Manitowish Waters. Regis-ter for this adventurousrace, a 4-mile run with 12obstacles, including a mudcrawl, fish crib climb andmore. 888-266-9877,nwbaddash.com.
Sept.12-14: NorthwoodsWildlife Festival, NorthLakeland Discovery Center,215 Highway W, Mani-towish Waters. Celebratethe Northwood’s wildlifeat this festival. Plannedevents include trackingopportunities, guided fieldtrips, acoustic bat monitor-ing, educational sessionsand more. 877-543-2085,discoverycenter.net.
Sept. 13:Wild
Rice Fest, downtown Lacdu Flambeau. This eventincludes wild rice harvest-ing demonstrations, a wildrice and fry bread cookingcontest, arts and crafts andmore. 715-588-3346, lacduflambeauchamber.com.
Sept. 20,21, 2014: An-
nual Paul's Pro-AmMuskyTournament, HiawathaSupper Club, Eagle River.Enjoy this tournamentwith all skill levels compet-ing for cash prizes. One ofEagle River's oldest muskytournaments. 800-359-6315, 715-479-6400 [email protected], eagleriver.org.
BOATINGVilas County is a haven for boaters and paddlers, offering more than 1,300 lakes andinnumerable other waterways. Visitors can also break out a rod and reel and fish formusky, Northern pike, walleye, bass, crappie and bluegill or load up your kayak or canoeand traverse one of the area’s crystal-clear lakes. vilas.org.
LITTLE BOHEMIA LODGEIn April 1934, five years after it was built,this Manitowish Waters business was the site ofa shootout between FBI agents and the infamous gangster John Dillinger. You can still seethe bullet holes in the walls today. Enjoy dinner from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. with breakfast orlunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 142 Highway 51 S., Manitowish Waters. 715-543-8433,littlebohemialodge.com.
VILAS COUNTY DESTINATIONSGeorge W. Brown Jr. Museum & Cultural CenterThis facility in Lac du Flambeau celebrates Native Amer-ican culture with unique displays and historical arti-facts, including a 24-foot Ojibwe dugout canoe and areplica of a French fur-trading post. Open from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. on Monday through Friday. 603 Peace PipeRoad, Lac du Flambeau. 715-588-3333, ldfmuseum.com.
TREES FOR TOMORROWTrees for Tomorrow offers a multitude of family, youth,public and nature programs on its campus in EagleRiver. This wondrous venue allows everyone to explorethe joys of nature at little or no cost. Contact Trees forTomorrow for information and program schedule.715-479-6456, [email protected].
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Dexter Park8200 State Highway 54Pittsville, WI 54466
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Wood County Park and ForestryWood County Courthouse 2nd Floor
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm M-F • Reservation Hours: 9:00am - 3:00pm M-FPhone: (715) 421-8422 • Email: [email protected]
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North Wood County Park7500 Park LaneArpin, WI 54410
South Wood County Park6411 South Park RoadWisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
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Wood County offers visitors a variety of activities at any of our 7recreational parks, 3 rivers, many lakes, 38,000 acres of county forest
land, and 18,500 acres of Wood County State Wildlife Area.
Shelter BuildingsThe Wood County Park & Forestry Department has seven shelter buildingsavailable for rent. The shelters are located in the South Wood County Park, NepcoCounty Park, North Wood County Park, Dexter Park and Powers Bluff Park.
JUNE 7: Pioneer Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Historic Point Basse, 364 WakelyRoad, Nekoosa. Enjoy craft demonstrations, ethnic dancing, historical foods and enter-tainment. Visitors can participate in walking tours mingle with re-enactors. Admissionis $5 for adults and $2 for children ages 7-17. 715-459-1722, [email protected], historicpointbasse.com/pioneerfest.cfm.
JUNE13: Tunes in the Zoo, Wildwood Zoo, 1800 S. Roddis Ave., Marshfield.Enjoy music by Willy Porter and Keith Pulvermacher in this VOX Concert Series event.Food and refreshments will also be available. 715-384-4642, ci.marshfield.wi.us/visitors/wildwood_zoo/index.php.
JUNE14, 15: Camping with the Critters, Wildwood Zoo, 1800 S. RoddisAve., Marshfield. Campers will enjoy this unique opportunity to spend a night in a zoo.The event also includes fish races, a petting zoo, a bounce house, a flashlight animal
May 29-June 1:Dairyfest,variouslocations inMarshfield’sdowntown andMarshfield FairPark. Cows areat the heart ofthis festival fullof carnival rides,more than 100vendors,contests,entertainments,and a parade at11 a.m.Saturday.715-384-3454,http://visitmarshfield.com/dairyfest.
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safari with snacks andbreakfast included. Cost is$17 per person. 715-384-4642, ci.marshfield.wi.us/visitors/wildwood_zoo/index.php.
JUNE19-22: Cranberry BlossomFestival, various locations,Wisconsin Rapids. Enjoyarts and crafts, games, acarnival, food, a paradeand more. A June Dairyand Berry Breakfast will beheld from 6 a.m. to 10:30a.m. at Lincoln HighSchool, 180116th StreetSouth. Cost for the break-fast is $7 for adults and $5for children ages 5-12.800-554-4484, blossom-fest.com.
JULY 25,26: Hub City Days,downtownMarshfield.This event will be kickedoff by an outdoor movieon Friday night and con-tinue on Saturday with aduathlon, pork cook-off,beer garden, food, arts
and crafts and live music.715-387-3299, mainstreet-marshfield.com.
AUG. 23: Ko-lor for Kids FunFest, 8 a.m.to 1 p.m., Grand RapidsLions Club, Grand Rapids.
The event features a 5krun/walk which begins at10 a.m. in which partici-pants will wear white andfinish the race sprinkledwith colored powder.715-387-9965, kolorforkid-s.com.
AUG. 27-SEPT. 1: CentralWisconsin State Fair,Marshfield Fair Park, 513 E.17th Street, Marshfield.Enjoy music by nationalacts like The Marshall
Tucker Band and RonnieMilsap and drop in for thefood and entertainment.715-387-126, centralwis-consinstatefair.com.
SEPT. 5:Wiscon-sin Trappers Association
Fall Rendezvous, 8 a.m.,Marshfield Fair Park, 513 E.17th Street, Marshfield.Visitors will find demon-strations on trappingalong with vendors andevents for kids. Admissionis $5. 715-387-1261, wistra-p.org.
July 17-20: State Water Ski Show, Red Sand Beach at South Wood County Park, Wisconsin Rapids. Wisconsin’s best teams compete for the state championship title on Lake Wazeecha infront of more than 20,000 spectators. aquaskiers.org/wi-state.
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WISCONSIN RAPIDS RAFTERSBASEBALLEnjoy Northwoods League action while enjoying con-cessions and fun at the ballpark. Witter Field, 521Lincoln St., Wisconsin Rapids. 715-424-5400, [email protected], raftersbaseball.com.
CRANBERRY HIGHWAYCurling through fields and farms the Cranberry High-way is a self-guided drive that stretches for almost 50miles along century-old cranberry beds fromWisconsinRapids to Warrens and between Pittsville and Nekoosa.Along the way, you’ll find the Sandhill Wildlife Areaand the Warrens’ Cranberry Discovery Center. TakeHighway 54 west of Wisconsin Rapids. The first stop isthe Historical Marker just west of Port Edwards onHighway 54. The route continues through Cranmoor,the largest inland cranberry growing area in the world.715-422-4650, visitwisrapids.com/things-to-do/the-cranberry-experience/cranberry-highway.
WILDWOOD ZOO, MARSHFIELDThe Wildwood Zoo in Marshfield is open year-round and includes exhibits on wolves,cougars, prairie dogs, bison, elk and more. Visit from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. 715-384-4642,ci.marshfield.wi.us/visitors/wildwood_zoo/index.php.
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June 19-22, 2014 Wisconsin Rapids, WICHALK IT UP AT CRANBERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVALJune 19 from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Downtown , West Grand Avenue (between 2nd and 3rd Street)
Call 715-887-2520 to pre-register and reserve your sidewalk spot
50/50 RAFFLEJune 19 - 22 Downtown
EXPLORE THE TRIBUNE – IMAGINE ITS FUTURE!June 19 - 22 Tribune Building , 220 1st Avenue South
“CANVAS, CRANBERRIES AND CRANES” ART EXHIBIT AND WORKSHOPSJune 19 - August 30 Central Wisconsin Cultural Center, 240 Johnson Street
Opening Ceremony on Friday, June 20th from 5:00 pm-7:00 pmPleine Air Workshop on Saturday, June 21st from 9:00 am-2:00 pm
LUNCH BY THE RIVERJune 19 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Veterans Memorial Park, 112 2nd Street
DOWNTOWN CLASSIC CINEMA UNDER THE STARSJune 19 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Downtown , West Grand Avenue (between 2nd and 3rd Street)
JUNE DAIRY AND BERRY BREAKFASTJune 20 @ 6:00 am - 10:30 am Lincoln High School, 1801 16th Street South
Adults $7.00 , kids 5-12 $5.00 and kids 4 and under are FREE.
CRANBERRY BLOSSOM CARNIVALJune 20 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Witter Field,corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street
TRADING POST, LLC RE-GRAND OPENINGSaturday, June 21 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Trading Post, LLC, 264 West Grand Avenue
URBANS GREENHOUSE GARDEN PARTYJune 21 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Urbans Greenhouse , 6293 Highway 13/34, Rudolph
CRANBERRY BLOSSOM QUILT SHOWJune 21 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Witter Field Warming House
20TH ANNUAL SOUTH WOOD COUNTY YMCA TRIATHLONJune 21 @ 9:00 am Red Sands Beach (Lake Wazeecha)
ARTS, CRAFTS AND CRANBERRIES FAIRJune 21 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street
FESTIVAL EATS AND TREATSJune 21 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street
CRANBERRY BLOSSOM CARNIVALJune 21 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street
KIDS FISHING CONTESTJune 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm East River Bank (2nd Street South at Maple Street)
CRANBERRY BLOSSOM CARNIVALJune 22 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street
CRANBERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL PARADEJune 22 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm East Grand Avenue from 11th Street over the Grand Avenue Bridge
and continuing along West Grand Avenue to the JCPenney parking lot at the Rapids Mall.
ZOR SHRINERS MAGIC CIRCUSJune 22 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Performing Arts Center (PAC), 1801 16th Street South
WISCONSIN RAPIDS AQUA SKIERS SHOW TEAM PERFORMANCEJune 22 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Wisconsin River Site (about ¼ mile down from Anchor Bay), 3460 N Biron Drive
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SEPT. 13, 14:Maple Fall Fest, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun-day from10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wildwood Park and Zoo, 1800 S. Roddis Ave., Marshfield.Enjoy more than 150 arts and craft vendors, children’s activities, regular and potatopancake breakfast, a beer garden and more. 715-384-3454, visitmarshfield.com.
GROTTO GARDENS, RUDOLPHConstruction of the Grotto Gardens of Rudolph began in 1919. The Gardens, open sevendays a week through mid-September, feature a gift shop, museum and chapel.715-435-3120, rudolphgrotto.org.
WISCONSIN STATE FIREFIGHTERSMEMORIAL,WISCONSIN RAPIDSVisit this park to pay tribute to firefighting heroes from across the state of Wisconsin.Located along Highway 73. 414-771-6794, [email protected], wsfm.org.
Must be 18, unless otherwise noted. Ages 14-17 are welcome at KOTC when accompanied by an adult. This event issanctioned by the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians and King of the Cage Inc., in accordance with
the Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts. Management reserves the right to alter or cancel any event without notice.
Purchase tickets atwww.lakeofthetorches.comor call 1-800-25-TORCH.
MAN IN BLACKJUNE 20 (INVITE ONLY)& JUNE 21
KANSASJUNE 28
KING OF THE CAGEJULY 26
THREE DOG NIGHTAUGUST 2
WAYNE NEWTONSEPTEMBER 20
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