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Chetek, Wisconsin has 34 resorts and campgrounds located on 3800 acres of the Chetek Chain of Lakes. This small town is boasting with many businesses that are sure to accommodate any traveler's needs. Visit us at www.chetek.net
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indexAffordable Ravenswood Resort .............7Animal Hospital of Chetek ................. 35Annz Boutique ................................17Automated Building Components ........ 44B and B Bar & Grill ...........................15Bargain Bills ...................................18Barron Electric Cooperative ............... 37Beautiful Shorewood Resort ................4Blackjack Transportation .................. 37Blue Pony Antiques ..........................19Bob’s Grill .....................................16Buck n’ Beam’s Campground ...............10Caddy Shack ..................................14Cameron House ..............................15Carpe Diem ...................................17Chain of Lakes Motel ........................10Chetek Alert, The ........................... 33Chetek Chiropractic Health Clinic ........ 35Chetek Family Laundry ......................19Chetek Lanes Event Center & Pizzeria ...41Chetek Pool Hall .............................16Chetek Veterinary Clinic ................... 35CJ Conner .....................................17Community Bank of Cameron ............. 32Corner Deli, The .............................16Country RV ................................... 29Crimson Hue Resort ..........................4Dairy Queen ...................................16DEL Sportswear ..............................17Donan’s Amish Furniture ....................18Duane’s Body & Custom .................... 37Eagle View RV Campground ................10Echo Bay Resort ...............................4Edward Jones ................................ 32First National Bank of Chetek ............. 32Floods Island ...................................6Grandview Lodge Resort ...................10Gilligans ............................. back coverGordy’s County Market ......................41Great Outdoors, The .........................17Hortons True Value Hardware .............19Hydroflites Ski Show Team ................ 36Indianhead Insurance Agency ............. 32K & L Prop .................................... 28Keg N Kork ....................................19Kingfisher Resort ..............................7Kwik Trip ......................................19Lakeshore Resort .............................8Lakeview Resort ..............................2Lakeview Medical Center .................. 34Lake Country Custom Docks .............. 28Lake Country Marina ....................... 28Lakeland Cooperative ...................... 37Lampert Lumber .............................19
Lazy Acres Resort .............................8Lehman’s Supper Club .......................15Link Ford ...................................... 29Log Cottage, The ..............................5Mama’s Cottage ..............................10Mary’s Cafe & Pub ...........................16Mayo Clinic Health System ................. 34Midwest Dental .............................. 35Millers Cheese House ........................18Morningside Resorts ..........................8Norske Nook ..................................14Northern Exposure Resort & Campground ..9Northlakes Drive In ..........................16Northland Resort ..............................7Oak Grove Resort .............................3Olson Lawncare ............................. 37Outers Resort ..................................6Outdoor Ventures ........................... 29Pine Crest Golf Course ..................... 44Pine Park Resort & Campground ...........8Pioneer Village Museum ....................41R Bar ...........................................15RPM Sales & Service ........................ 28Rainbow’s End Resort ........................7Red Cedar Electric .......................... 37Red’s Eating & Drinking Est. ...............14Rice Lake Speedway .........................41Rice Lake Tourism .......................... 25Rod and Gun Sport Shop ................... 29Rolling Oaks Golf Course & Restaurant .. 44Sather Family Dental ....................... 35Shady Grove Resort ...........................5Silver Birch Inn & Cottages ..................8Sioux Creek Golf Course ................... 44Six Lakes Realty ............................. 44Six Lakes Resort ...............................9Snug Harbor Resort ...........................7Stardust Twin Drive-In Theatre ............41Sterling Bank ................................. 32Sticks n Stones ................................18Stone Oven Pizzeria .........................16Summer Haven Resort .......................5Sunrise Resort .................................6Sunset View Golfcourse .................... 44Surplus Outlet ............................... 29Sweetwater Sanitation ..................... 37Todd’s Redi Mix .............................. 37Treefrog’s Garden Center ...................18Turtleback Golf & Conference Center ... 44Two Acres Supper Club ......................15Valkyrie Brewing Company .................41Watersmeet Resort ...........................7Wildwood Resort ..............................8Wolf’s Den .....................................10
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Advertisers Index ........................................... inside front coverResort Owners Association Officers & Contact Information ............. 1Chamber of Commerce Events & Festivals ................................ 11Chamber of Commerce Members & Contact Information ...........12, 13Chamber of Commerce Officers & Contact Information ................. 13Big Six Chain of Lakes .........................................................20Resort Owner’s Association Contact Information Grid ...............21, 24Chetek Lake Resorts/Fishing Map ...................................... 22, 23Chetek Area Calhoun Museum ...............................................26Chetek History ..................................................................26Chippewa Morraine Ice Age Trails ...........................................27Game Fish of the Northwoods ...............................................31Calhoun Memorial Library ....................................................33Chetek Municipal Airport .....................................................33Hydroflite Ski Show Team Season Schedule ...............................36Parks .............................................................................36Outdoor Activities: ATV clubs, snow-ski trails, biking, etc. .............38Churches ........................................................................39Community Contacts ..........................................................39Surrounding Communities ....................................................43Cabins for Cupboards: Chetek Food Shelf ..................................40The Garage Recreational Center ............................................41Calendar of Events ........................................................ 42, 43Fish-O-Rama ..................................................inside back cover
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cover photoThe inspiring photo gracing our cover this year for the 2014 issue of The Chetek Visitors Guide comes to us from Chetek resident Diane Johnson. We thank her for her creativity and submitting her photo to share with the community and surrounding areas.
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resort owners association Officers & Contact InformationPresident: Jane Thurston, Oak Grove Resort, 715-859-6216Vice President: Frank Keller, Shady Grove Resort, 715-924-3141Treasurer: Julie Stangle, Gilligans, 715-924-3105Secretary: Natalie Springer, 1-800-224-3835
DIRECTORS:Bruce Gagner, Mamma’s Cottage, 715-925-3850Chris Frisle, Kingfisher Resort, 715-924-4937
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Lakeview Resort is a family owned resort offering ten completely modern cabins, nestled among towering pines on the beautiful shoreline of Prairie Lake. We take pride in offering you ultra clean facilities and friendly service while you enjoy your vacation with us. Each cabin is furnished with cooking and eating utensils, blankets & bed linens, microwave, electric coffee pot, and a cable TV. A 14’ or 16’ Lund boat with dock space is included with each cabin rental. We open the first week in May and close the last week of September.
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CALL TOLL FREE 1-877-OAK GROVETAKE A TOUR AT: OAKGROVERESORT.NET
THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS!
*14’ LUND BOAT W/EACH UNITRENTAL MOTORS
OVERSIZED LUND BOATS W/25 HP ELECTRIC START
PONTOONS • PADDLE BOATBAIT • GAS • FREEZER SPACE* Requires motor - bring one or rent one
15 hp maximum
OAK GROVE RESORT
OPEN MAY THROUGH SEPTEMBER #1 In Quality — #1 In Cleanliness
laundryfree wificolor tv
call for
Spring & fall
diScountS
• GREAT CLOTHING AND GIFT SHOP• 22 ULTRA CLEAN MODERN UNITS• FULL KITCHENS WITH MICROWAVES• 1 TO 4 BEDROOM UNITS• BIG HOUSE FOR UP TO 13 PEOPLE• GRILLS, FIRE RINGS AND 15 BIG ACRES
• FREE WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS• GREAT SWIMMING WITH SWIM RAFT• HUGE PLAYSET AND PLAYGROUND• BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL, HORSE SHOES• ON-SITE LAUNDRY• WALK TO GOLF...RESTAURANTS NEARBY
OAK GROVE RESORTGary and Jane Thurston
P.O. BOX 352 — 1022 Co Rd M, CHETEK, WISCONSIN 54728 — PHONE 1-715-859-6216
OaKGROvERESORT.NET
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• 12 modern cabins on 4 + acres• All cabins are lakeside or lakeview • Free WiFi• Color cable TV, microwaves, A/C Avl.• Pontoon, boats & motor rentals• Great swimming with floating raft & slide• Playground, volleyball, basketball half court, horse shoes, swingsets, frisbee golf, badminton
*NOW TaKING RESERvaTIONS fOR OuR CONdOS IN PaNaMa CITy BEaCH, flORIda*
• Clean, furnished 1, 2 & 3-bedroom cabins• Boat, motor & pontoon rentals
• 14’ Boat & dock space incl. w/cabin rental• Air conditioning
• Quiet, relaxed atmosphere• Playground• Cable TV
• High Speed Internet
• 1 lakeside Jacuzzi suite• 1 New lakeside skylite suite• 2 New gardeN Jacuzzi suites
(MAY 3–10, 2014)4 BedrooM - Now oNlY $4503 BedrooM - Now oNlY $3952 BedrooM - Now oNlY $3251 BedrooM - Now oNlY $285
*May 3–24aug. 16–Oct. 31
to choose from
16 large, modern, clean cottages in the midst of tall pines14-foot boat or stall included
15 PontoonRentals
Electric Start, Fish Finder,Live Well, AM-FM, CD Player,
Canopy, Corner Bass Seats and Couch
• 1-2-3-4 bedroom cabins• Two blocks from dam • Four blocks from downtown • Large dock system with electric and lights • Large fish-cleaning house • laundry room • Free wireless iNterNet
acrOss FrOM red’s eatiNg & driNkiNg establishMeNt
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The Log CoTTageTranquility • Privacy • Relaxation
Mary Knutson | Chetek, WI
715-237-2553www.thelogcottage.com
Summer HavenreSort
Family resort on lake ojaski, one oF the Chetek six lake Chain, 3-1/2 miles n oF Chetek on Cty rd “m”
• Very clean, modern, housekeeping cabins, with deck• Completely furnished except for towels• Decks have gas grill and picnic tables• Color TVs furnished• Air conditioning available• 14' Aluminum boat with each cabin• Playground - Ice - Bait - Gas - Oil• Well lit, clean, fish cleaning house• Boat, motor, paddleboat and pontoon rentals• Pizza place, golf courses, shopping & bowling nearby• SPRING AND FALL DISCOUNTSErik & Ann-Marie McNabb • Your Hosts Barb & Dave Myers
1106 24-3/4 STREET, CAMERON, WI 54822
CALL 715-859-2918OR 715-828-7730Call or write for free brochure or reservations
E-mail: [email protected]
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Satellite • WiFi • DVD • Pontoon Rental Available • Central Air/Heat641 26-1/2 Street • Chetek, WI 54728 | PHONE 715-552-1710
www.floodsisland.com
Island Lodge4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths
2 FireplacesSpacious Living Area & Kitchen
Mainland CabinsEach unit sleeps up to 4 adultsFireplace • Large BathroomLarge Dining & Living Area
All Cabins Completely Furnished
OPEN ALL YEAR
Lakeside • Hot Tub Suite • Fireplace Suite • 3 Bedroom Cabin
715-924-3181www.gilliganschetek.com
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Snug Harbor Resort is now aPLanned Unit deveLoPment
distRict (PUdd)It will be platted into lots with one cabin per lot. These lots are individually for sale. Until a cabin is sold it will be rented out.
on PRaiRie Lake — JUdy & LaRRy stafshoLt1950 hWy BLv. noRth, chetek, Wi 54728
715-924-2425 | [email protected] • www.Snug-Harbor-Resort.com715-924-2425 | 1-800-715-SNUG
Northland Resort
www.NorthlandResort.comJames & Theresa Toborg
785 26th Street., Chetek, WI 54728 • 715-924-3214
Family FriendlyImmaculately Cleaned Cabins
Pets Welcome for Small FeeWiFi • Cable • AC
Beautiful Sun Deck
on
PRaiRie
Lake
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Boat & Motor • Pontoon • Microwaves • Cable Color TVBed Linens • Air Conditioned • Quiet & Relaxing
www.chetek.net/ravenswood951 23-1/2 Street, Chetek WI 54728
715-924-3247
AffordAble
rAvenswood resort
WaTeRsmeeT ResoRT
2623 7th Ave.Chetek, WI
54728
Come visit us out on The Island along the calm waters of Ten Mile Lake, a place to kick back, relax and enjoy the scenery.
We have eight modern ful-ly-equipped cottages with col-or TV. Our cottages are clean, comfortable and affordable.
For further information, please write or call for a free brochure.
Find us on Facebook
Located on Ten Mile Lake642 26-1/2 – 27 Street, New Auburn, WI 54757
KINgfISher reSorT
Seven Ultra-clean 1, 2 & 3-bedroom cabinSSeven rv campSiteS
14-foot alUminUm boat with each cabin Free WiFi • Air Conditioning • Freezer spACe
pontoon, boat, and motor rentalSCleAn Fish CleAning house With stAinless steel surFACesuse oF 9-1/2 Ft kAyAks, piCniC tAbles & ChArCoAl grills
spring And FAll disCountscabin #4 and lake are handicap acceSSible
doCks With light And eleCtriCFriendly serviCe • speCtACulAr sunsets
Open May–OctOber(715) 924-4937
www.kingfisher-resort.com • [email protected]
HOsts - Jeff & cHris frisle
Create new memories at...
on beautiful Lake Chetek
800-576-44922626 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
Visit our website atwww.rainbowend.com
for more information
your hosts
Carol & DonDenTandt
Fish • RelaxEscape the
daily routineExplore Northwest
Wisconsin
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Lakeshore Resort
715-859-29161017 24-25 street (county hwy M) • chetek, wi 54728
www.lakeshorechetek.com • [email protected]
Spend your get-away in one of four spacious cabinsEnjoy fishing, relaxing, boating and pontooning
Have a quick drink and a meal in the bar/restaurant
Winter ContaCt1216 ivy Street,
Bloomer, Wi 54724
6 Clean Cottages • 1 to 3 bedrooms
• Accommodates any size party
Extra Boats & Motors Available
Screen House • No Hills to Climb
Freezer Service • Fish House
Cable & Hookups for your TV
Attractive Prices
Lois & Marvin Kelm2622 7-1/4 ave.
Chetek, Wi 54728
715-924-3463Located just 1-1/2 miles from town
on Lake Chetek
Silver Birch innand cottage
on “The Island” on Lake Chetek
Year round rentals available at the inn
visit silverbirchinn.com715-559-1026
Morningside Resorts
Your hosts, Mike & BeckY
open year round!
Flat ground – no stairs to the lake!
pontoons availablesmoke-free cabins
satisfactionguaranteed!
24 completely remodeled cabins and rV park on beautiful Pokegama lake
Twin Pines • Morning Sun Sand Beach Lodge
881 25-3/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728Phone (715) 924-3154
Web site: www.morningsideresorts.netEmail: [email protected]
“see gilligans ad back cover”
2544 8-1/4 Ave., Chetek
(715) 924-3166
see back cover for details!
Lazy acres resortOverlooking Moose Ear,Ten Mile and Chetek Lake• 8 Modern, clean cabins• TV, ceiling fans, MicrowaVe, coffee poT, ToasTer, charcoal grill included wiTh each cabin• 14’ boaT or slip coMes wiTh cabin renTal• MoTors and ponToons aVailable for renTal
ownersbill & Tara
blue
2679 7-1/2 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728www.chetek.com/lazyacres • [email protected]
715-924-3165
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Chetek ReSORt OwneRS ASSOCIAtIOn
P.O. Box 172 • 28 Second Street, Chetek, Wisconsin 54728
1-800-2-Chetek(1-800-224-3835)
www.chetek.net
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resort & campgroundon lake ojaski “The Quiet lake”
715-859-2887800-731-2887
NortherNexposureVacatioN.com
1075 bronstad beach rd,chetek, wi 54822
neW CAbins • Free A/C • CAble • WAterFront rv & tent sites • WiFi • gAme roomiCe • bAit • pontoons • boAts • motors • plAyground • Free Freezer serviCe
pAved boAt lAunCh • CAnoe & pAddle boAt rentAl • golF Courses neArby
six Lakes Resort& Rv Parkon Pokegama Lake in Chetek, WI
Steven & Karen Hennig | 2504 8-7/8 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 | Office Hours 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time Contact 715-924-3680 For Reservations | www.sixlakesresort.com
Spring and Fall SpecialS!
25% DiscouNTon weekly rates during
the month of mayand after August 16
7 Ultra-modern 2, 3 and 4-bedroom cabins
All cabins have air conditioning and cable color TV
14’ Alumacraft boat or parking slip with each cabin rental170 Campsites by the day,
week, month or season(rVs only - no tentS)
30 & 50 amp hook-upBig Rigs welcome
aveRage Rv site 30’ x 60’BeeR BaR and game Room
Swimming area • PlaygroundBait • lP gaS • dumP Station
lakeside Boat gasPets welCome in RV PARk only
new dog exeRCise AReA
RentAlsalumacraft Boats & 15 hp motors
deluxe pontoonspaddle Boat
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Bar & Campground• easy access from Hwy 53 and Hwy 8
• near Chetek Chain of Lakes, Red Cedar River and restaurants• on Barron County ATV & snowmobile trails
DoG FRIenDlY!
open year
‘round
Bar • GameroomShower house
Seasonal • Daily Weekly • Monthly sites
Tent sites
715-458-2990www.bucknbeams.com
[email protected] us out on FACeBook
Open Year rOund!enjOY summer fun and
winter ice fishing & snOwmObilingCable TV • WiFi • Air Conditioning
Refrigerators • Microwaves • Picnic Area with BBQ Grill
Stay with us in beautiful Chetek!
Within walking distance to amenities!
fOr rsVp call
715-925-3850
814 dallas street, chetek
come join us at Northern wisconsin’s
GRAND VIEW LODGE, a wonderful place to spend vacation!
OpeNyear
rOuNd!
Completely Furnished Lakeside Units • Cable TV • AC • Free WiFiIce • Beverage Machines • Queen-sized Beds • Futons
Boat & Pontoon Rental • On-site Laundry
BBQ Grill • FirepitCarpeted Sun-deck
Fish Cleaning Station With Running Water
Permanent PierBoat Docks
local 715-924-3527 toll Free 855-476-3883
twO blOcks FrOM dOwNtOwN | 1026 2Nd st., chetek, wi
www.grandviewchetek.com
EaglE ViEw RV Camp
715-642-1391 • 715-924-3515
24 Full Hook-up SitesDaily & Seasonal Availability
located on CTH D east of Chetekmidway between Chetek & Island Chain of Lakes
www.eagleviewrvcampllc.com
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wInteR feStSaturday, Feb. 22 on Lake Chetek Off City Park Drive
SpRIng buSIneSS expOSaturday, April 12 at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School
CItywIDe gARAge SAleSSaturday, May 31 and Saturday, Sept. 6
MuSIC In the pARkJune–August • 7–9 p.m. (Saturdays)At the Main Street Park on Second Street
lIbeRty feStJuly 4–6
bRew & RIb feSt pReSenteD by the Chetek COMMunIty ClubSaturday, July 12 at Phillips Park
CRAzy DAySFriday, Aug. 1, and Saturday, Aug. 2
hARveSt feStSaturday, Sept. 13
SAntA’S ARRIvAl& fAMIly fun DAySaturday, Dec. 13 • 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at The Garage
For more information and details on these events, contact the Chetek Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 747, Chetek, Wisconsin 54728800.317.1720 • 715.924.3200 • www.chetekwi.net
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members list & contact information Accessible by ATV trail
ABC Truss PO Box 133, Chetek, WI 54728715-924-4867
Animal Hospital Of Chetek 941 24-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-859-6650
Annz Boutique & Books 526 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2665
B and B Bar & Grill 516 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-924-3603
Barron County Habitat for Humanity 309 N First Street, Cameron, WI715-458-4226
Barron County Historical Society 715-458-2080 • 715-642-1327www.barroncountymuseum.com
Barron Electric Cooperative 1434 State HWY 25 N, Barron, WI 54812715-537-3171
Blackjack Transportation LLC 672 Railroad Ave, Chetek, WI 54728715-925-2500
Blatz Agency - Farmers Insurance 521 Fourth Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-925-2040
Bossany’s Barber Shop 205 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3960
Burnham-Ours-Kolstad Family Funeral Home 206 Schofield Street, P.O. Box 79, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4101
Caddy Shack 844 25-5/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6211
Calhoun Memorial Library P.O. Box 25, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3195
Canoe Bay Lodge P.O. Box 28, Chetek. WI 54728 715-924-4594
Carpe Diem 124 Douglas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-4030
Carquest/GTC 519 4th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2271
Centurylink 105 Wisconsin Ave. N, Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-8400
Chetek Area Historical Society/Calhoun Museum P.O. Box 317, 728 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-255-0482
Chetek ATV Cruisers P.O. Box 322, Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-2009
Chetek Bakery 608 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3443
Chetek ChocolatesHilary Nichols — Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-0188
Chetek Family Laundry 343 Vine Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 815-236-4076
Chetek Hydroflites P.O. Box 854, Chetek, WI 54728 715-418-3340
Chetek Lakes Protection Association 1056 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822www.cheteklakespa.org Chetek Lanes Event Center & Pizzeria 695 CTH SS, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3227
Chetek Lions Club P.O. Box 151, Chetek, WI 54728www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/chetek
Chetek Therapy & Fitness 831 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2471
Chetek Veterinary Clinic P.O. Box 192, 202 Kleve Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3301
Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area School District 1001 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2226
Chiefton Sands 331 27th Street, New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-2256
Citizens Connected 328 W. Main Street, New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-2605
Clear Channel Radio 619 Cameron Street, Eau Claire, WI 54703 715-830-4000
Coldwell Banker 237 S. Main Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-5010
Community Bank of Cameron P.O. Box 457, Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2513
Creative Concepts Sportswear 728 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3554
Crimsom Hue804 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2415
Dairy Queen P.O. Box 161, 727 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3694
DEL Sportswear P.O. Box 184, 102 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4690 • 1-866-591-8344
Edina RealtyP.O. Box 169, Chetek, WI 54728715-577-9292
Edward Jones P.O. Box 170, 309 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2057
Evergreen Apartments 1627 8th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2014
First National Bank P.O. Box 24, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4851
Gilligans2542 8-1/4 Ave, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3105
Gordy’s County Market P.O. Box 89, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3121
Grand View Lodge Condos/Resort 1026 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3527
Great Northern Sand 275 CTR SS, New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-3226
Heritage Credit Union P.O. Box 85, 1502 Hwy. Blvd. N., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2415
Herman Advanced Family Eyecare PO Box 336, 510 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3660
Horton’s True Value Hardware 303 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3692
Hospital Maintenance ConsultantsP.O. Box 41, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-1298
Indianhead Insurance Agency 316 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3410
Inn Greener Pastures N2594 Romanowski Lane, Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-2697
JD Hepp Accounting & Tax Service P.O. Box 505, 704 Railroad Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4826
Jensen Rent-A-Tent 715-925-2010www.jensenrentatent.com
Jiffy Biffy P.O. Box 508, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-6600
K&L Prop Repair 2539 23rd Avenue, Rice Lake, WI 54868715-205-0541
Keg N Kork 120 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4894
Kiddie Visions 2207 11-1/2 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-458-3160
Kwik Trip 324 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2020
Lake Country Marina P.O. Box 4, 101 Banks Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3318
Lake Country Tool & Design 1002 W. Center Street, Chetek, Wi 54728 715-924-3009
Lakeland Cooperative P.O. Box 155, Ridgeland, WI 54763 715-924-4835
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chamber of commerce membersLakeshore Resort 1017 CTH M, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-2916
Lakeview Tattoo 2534 8-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 563-505-7673
Lampert Lumber P.O. Box 187, 617 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4803
Lehman’s Supper Club 2911 S. Main Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-2428
Lynda’s Lakeshore 1017 24-1/2 Street (CTH M), Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-2916
Mamma’s Cottage 814 Dallas street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-922-3850
Marshfield Clinic P.O. Box 528, 806 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2000
Mayo Clinic Health Systems 220 Douglas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4811
Midwest Dental 708 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-924-4841
Miller’s Cheese House 2248 Hammond Avenue, Rice Lake, WI 54728 715-234-4144
Morningside Resorts881 25-3/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-924-3157
Mosaic Telecom P.O. Box 664, Cameron, WI 54822715-458-5400
Northwest Coin Machine 919 Martin Road, Bloomer, WI 54724715-568-4355
Northwest Roofing Company P.O. Box 145, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3644
Northwoods Animal Learning & Wellness Center 2775 8th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-2421
Oak Grove Resort P.O. Box 352, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6216
Ohde Health Mart Pharmacy P.O. Box 127, 628 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3592
Olson & Read Heating & Air Conditioning 900 25th Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3700
Parker-Hannifin Quick Coupling 1715 Parker Drive, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4419
Pine Crest Golf Course 404 16-1/2 Street, Dallas, WI 54733 715-837-4653
Pioneer Village Museum P.O. Box 242, CTH W (Museum Road) Cameron, WI 54822715-458-2080
Polka-Dot Power HouseRice Lake, WI 54868 715-790-5847 R Bar1190 25th Street, Cameron, WI 54822715-859-6556
Rainbow’s End Resort 2626 7-1/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4514
Red’s Eating & Drinking Establishment P.O. Box 866, 121 Lakeview Drive, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3100
Rice Lake Tourism P.O. Box 507, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-8888
Rod & Gun Sport Shop P.O. Box 94, 513 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4181
RPM Sales and Service P.O. Box 1035, Chetek, WI 54728 • East of Chetek off HWY D 715-642-2261
Sand Beach Lodge 887 Morningside Drive, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3154
Sather Family Dental 118 Douglas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-4545
Sheet Metal Enterprises P.O. Box 71, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4499
Sioux Creek Golf Course 568 23rd Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-924-3139
Six Lakes Realty P.O. Box 45, 424 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-924-4806
Six Lakes Resort 2504 8-7/8 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3680
Snug Harbor Resort 1950 Hwy. Blvd. N., Chetek, WI 54728715-924-2425
Source Energy Services 770 Technology Way, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 877-847-7263
Stardust Twin Drive-In Movie Theatre 995 22nd Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-458-4587
Sterling Bank P.O. Box 106, 427 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4817
Subway 817 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-7827
Sunset View Golf 1011 25 - 25-1/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6311
Superior Silica Sands 19 CTR SS, New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-2652
Sweetwater Sanitation P.O. Box 171, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4123
TJ’s Timberline Resort N1189 Potato Lake Road, Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-2238
The Chetek Alert 312 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4118
The Corner Deli 529 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-3354
The Garage Recreation Center 823 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-924-2672
The Log Cottage 134 21-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-237-2553
The Salon 214 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3303
Time & Again Antique Mall 606 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4000
Tree Frog’s Garden Center965 County Highway SS, Chetek, WI 54728715-924-3127
Unified Body Therapies210 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4909
Up North Creations224 Knapp Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-1444
Valkyrie Brewing Company P.O. Box 277, 234 Dallas Street, Dallas, WI 54733 715-837-1824
Verizon/Z Wireless210 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728715-764-1400
Wildwood Resort 865 23-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3259
Whimsical Wares P.O. Box 143, 813 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-0583
Wisconsin Indian Head Country P.O. Box 628, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2970
WJMC/WAQE/FOX 99 Radio1859 21st Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868715-234-9059
Xcel Energy715-232-7401www.xcelenergy.com
Chamber of Commerce Officers & Contact InformationPresident: Jennifer Blatz, Farmers Insurance, 715-925-2040Vice President: Lynn Marty, Chetek Bakery, 715-642-1492Treasurer: Del Wacker, Sterling Bank, 715-924-4817direCtorsWendy Boese, Mosaic Telecom, 715-458-5355Paul Javener, Stardust Twin Drive-In Movie Theatre, 715-642-2370
Julie Stangle, Gilligans, 715-924-3105Kyle Jerman, Edward Jones, 715-924-2076Julie LeMoine, The Chetek Alert, 715-924-4118Bruce Gagner, Mamma’s Cottage, 715-642-3166Bill Shea, Midwest Dental, 715-924-4841Mary Gustafson, Coldwell Banker, 715-296-6394
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try our super nachos
Big enough to share!
(715) 924-3100East on Douglas Street off Second
Street. Go 4 blocks.Douglas Street turns into Lakeview Drive.
121 LAKEVIEW DRIVE JUST FOUR BLOCKS OFF SECOND STREET
www.redschetek.com
Eating & Drinking Est.
OPEN SEVEN DAYS
A WEEK @ 11 A.M.
GREAT FOOD GREAT SERVICE
GREAT TIME
-DOCKS- able to accommodate
20 boats!
Join us on
THE PIERour outdoor bar and dining area!
ATM on site
Home of the Original Lefse Wrap
Experience Norske Nook’s famous down-home hospitality!
Breakfast Everyday - All dayOpen Daily • Full Menu •
All-you-can-eat Friday Cod DinnerDaily Specials • Take Out • Pies to go!
Nationally Acclaimed Award Winning Pies!
winneR of 33 Blue RiBBons And Counting!
Labor day–memoriaL day • monday–saturday 6 a.m.–8 p.m. • sunday 8 a.m.–8 p.m.summer hours • monday–saturday 6 a.m.–9 p.m. • sunday 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
osseodowntown 7th st.
1-800-294-6665
RiCe lAkeHwy o
715-234-1733
hAywARdHwy 63
715-634-4928
So good, you’ll want dessert first!
Scan to
see our
website!
Delicious HomemaDe Pizza • sanDwicHesFriDay FisH Fry • weDnesDay wings
open Patio for dining & drinks–enjoy live Music– during the summer!
715-859-6211located on sunset View golf course
2-1/2 miles north of chetek on county rd m1011 25-1/4 street, chetek, wi 54728
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Dinner speCiAlsMon: STeAk & LoBSTeR
tues: CHiCken FRieD STeAkWeD: JuMBo WinGS
thur & sAt: PRiMe RiBFri: FiSH FRy
sun: CHeF’S CHoiCeBreAkFAst & lunCh serveD DAily
106 Arlington Avenue, Cameron www.cameron-house.biz
715-458-2389open DAily At 5 A.M.
DininG Mon–THuR uniTL 9 P.M.FRi & SAT 10 P.M. | Sun 8 P.M.
-Wednesdays-Jumbo Wing Basket
-Fridays-Friday Fish Fry
Salad Bar availaBle
-Saturdays-rib & Brisket Specials
daily & Nightly SpecialS
KitcheN hourS:Monday–thursday
Noon–9 p.m.
Friday & Saturday Noon–10 p.m.
Sunday Noon–9 p.m.
715-859-65561190 25th Street,
cameron4 miles north of chetek
on cth M
Your Pub & Grill
Noon Luncheons & Dinners
Serving travelers and locals since 1934
Relax in our loungeBanquet & meeting facilities
open daily 11 a.m. • Closed mondays
715-234-24282911 South Main, Rice Lake, WI 54868
www.lehmanssupperclub.net • [email protected]
bars | restaurants
ServiNg: salads, burgers, subs, complete dinners &
Homemade sour dougH crust pizza
– our specialty –
specials tuesdays: all-you-can-eat pizza Buffet 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Fridays: Beer-battered Fish Frydinner or fish sandwich with fries
(serving until gone)
delivery hours: Thursday & Sunday 5–9 p.m.Friday & Saturday 5–10 p.m.
Happy hour: Monday–Thursday 4–6 p.m.
B and BBar & Grill
516 – Second Street, Chetek • 715-924-3603
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Northlakes Drive-In50’s Style Restaurant
Fast, Friendly ServiceHomemade Root Beer
open Mid-March through laBor day
410 2nd Street, Chetek
715-924-3325
727 Dallas stREEt, chEtEk, wi 54728-9120owned and operated by barry & Kim sherwood
715-924-3694
A/C INDOOR SEATINGDRIVE-THROuGH
PICNIC AREA
fAST, fRIENDly SERVICE
ICE CREAM CAKES
Mary’s Cafe & Pub208 Knapp Street, Chetek
Cafe Open Daily5:30 a.m.
Pub Open3 p.m.
Friday Fish Fry5–9 p.m.
Happy Hour Daily3–5 p.m. 715-924-2736
Dine-In • Take-Out • Delivery • Pizza • Pasta • Beer • Ice Cream715-458-0500 • www.stovenpizzeria.com
houRSTuesday–saturday
4 p.m.–9 p.m.
Downtown cameron, Wi
PIzza BuffeTevery tuesday
Night!Pizzeria
529 Second Street, Chetek • 715-925-DeLI (3354)Hours: Monday–Friday 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
“A Bit of Yesteryear Atmosphere”Premium Meats, Cheeses, Breads & Salads
Gourmet Olive Oil, Vinegars, Sandwiches & Spreads
Mention this ad for a FREE homemade lemonade with sandwich purchase!
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One Free Game OF POOlat the chetek Pool hall
106 kna PP stree tOpen Monday–Friday • 1–5 p.m.
Alcohol & Smoke FreeAvailable for meetings and party rentals
Contact Ron at 715-651-1154 for more info
visit the chetek
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12 miles east of chetek on Hwy Dwww.cjconner.com
102 Knapp Street, Chetek • [email protected]
Custom EmbroidEry • sCrEEnprintingpromotional itEms • Custom dEsigns
www.delSportSwear.Com
715-924-4690 | 866-591-8344
open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. monday–Friday
cuStomer SatiSFaction and
beSt price guaranteed!
715-925-BOOKin the Courtyard building526 Second St., Chetekwww.annzbooksandmore.com
LIKE US on Facebook!
ClothingJewelryGifts~
124 Douglas st., Chetek, WI 54728 Call for hours 715-925-4030
retail
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Open Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.Saturday 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
610 WeSt Main StreetCaMerOn, Wi 54822715-458-4557
We bring the cabin to you!
Sticks - N - Stonesrustic Furniture and Cabin Decor
Home of the $199.95 Queen Log Beds
sticksnstonesfurniture.com A Division of BuSh AnD GiLLES
Miller’s cheese hOuse, iNc.
Best Little Cheese House in Wisconsin
we make homemade fudge • many varieties of cheese & meatssouvenirs • t-shirts • sweatshirts • handicrafts & much more!
millerscheesehouse.com
800-677-4144 • 715-234-41441 Mile North on hwy. 48 east, rice lake, wi
Handcrafted Amish Furniturefo r yo u r h o m e, o f f i ce o r co t tag e
129 E. DivisiOn AvE.(HWY 8) BArrOn,WiscOnsin 54812
715-537-5775
OpEn TuEsDAY–sATurDAY 10–6
reta
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Daily delivery to all of Barron County! All major
credit cards accepted.
Find us on Facebook Treefrog’s Floral and Greenhouse
TreefrogsGarden CenTerFloral, GiFT Shop & GreenhouSeS
965 CTH SS, CHeTek, WI 54728 beTWeen CHeTek and Cameron
715-924-3127
Openyear
‘rOund!
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Open daily 6 a.m.–10 p.m.
Chetek Family Laundry
619 Dallas Street, Chetek (near DQ)www.chetekfamilylaundry.com | [email protected]
14 high-efficiencyDouble-load Washers!
2 mega Load (60#) Washers2 mega Dryers • 15 Dryers
3 Triple-load Washers4 neW Top load Washers
Buy, sell,
tRAde!
CAll foR houRs
corey & Jodie beuthlingWelcome you
to the chetek area!
DUANE & BETTY HORTON, OWNERS
303 DALLAS STREET • CHETEK, WIPHONE (715) 924-3692
STORE HOURS:7:00-5:30 MONDAY-SATURDAY; 8-4 SUNDAY
hOrtON’s
start right, start here.
retail | laundry | gas
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Chetek, the City of Lakes, is located in northwestern Wisconsin on the Big Six Chain of Lakes — but how many other details of these bodies of water and the land surrounding them is well known?
Did you know that these six lakes — Chetek, Prairie, Pokegama, Moose Ear, Ten Mile and Ojaski — cover 3,800 surface acres with the smallest, Moose Ear Lake, covering 33.6 surface acres? Lake Chetek, which appears to be the largest, covers just 683 surface acres, while Prairie Lake has 1,545 surface acres. Lake Chetek is the deepest lake, with a maximum depth of 22 feet.
Fish populations in these lakes include Northern Pike, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegills, Black Crappies, Pumpkinseeds, Perch, Bullheads, Rock Bass and White Suckers.
MOOSe eAR lAke On the lower part of Moose Ear Creek, this lake has 33.6 surface acres with a maximum depth of just 6 feet, and has a warm water fish population. An intermittent stream from Couderay Lake and a spring feeder from a pond also supply water to the stream. A 150 acre wetland adjoining the stream near Moose Ear Lake provides habitat for muskrats and nesting puddle ducks.
Chetek lAke With a maximum depth of 22 feet, Chetek Lake has a total of 683 surface acres. It is a recreational lake and is surrounded on most of its area by permanent residences, summer homes, resorts, and the City of Chetek. The city operates a public swimming beach during the summer months and a large public boat landing is located near the city Airport on Lakeview Drive. Lake Chetek is also the site of the Hydroflites Water Ski Team’s shows held throughout the summer from their property located adjacent to the boat landing on Lakeview Drive.
ten MIle lAke This lake at the southern most point of the Chain has a depth of 10 feet and 393 surface acres. This lake is also a soft water drainage impoundment in the Chetek Lake Chain. Muskrats, nesting mallards and wood ducks use the 27 acres of lake edge wetlands.
OJASkI lAke Located in the Town of Chetek, Ojaski Lake (also known locally as Mud Lake) covers 567.1 surface acres and has a maximum depth of 15 feet. Pokegama Creek, which flows into Ojaski Lake from the north, provides a spawning area for northern and walleye. Located in a farming area, the lake is surrounded by upland hardwoods. white pine and cultivated farmland. About three acres of marsh wetlands on the northeast shore provide habitat for muskrats, nesting mallards, teal and wood ducks.
pOkegAMA lAke With 494 surface acres and a maximum depth of 19 feet, Pokegama Lake is a very popular fishing lake. A soft water drainage lake in the Chetek Chain between Ojaski Lake and Lake Chetek, the immediate lakeshore vegetation is pine and hardwood with the exception of several marsh-edged bays. These marshes provide habitat for muskrats and puddle ducks. Keep your eyes peeled when cruising along the shorelines as deer and other wildlife come down to get a drink of water. Another sight becoming more common each year are Bald Eagles soaring above the lakes, catching fish to feed themselves and their young.
pRAIRIe lAke With a maximum depth of 16 feet, Prairie Lake is the largest lake in the Chetek Lake Chain with 1,545 surface acres. A soft water drainage lake, the lake level is maintained by the water control structure on Lake Chetek, and the fish species consist of all those named previously. The lakeshore is predominantly upland hardwoods and pine, and three acres of marsh edge along the lake provide habitat for muskrats, nesting puddle ducks and mergansers. Coot and Canada geese also use the lake during spring and fall migratory periods. The haunting call of the loon can be heard also during the early and late migration times. It is in these waters that the famous floating islands originated, moving from time to time to different locations. The lake runs from the north side of Chetek northward, almost to Cameron and Highway 8. While much of the shoreline is developed with residential homes, cabins and resorts, there is still a large portion of the lake that remains wild, offering natural settings for fishing along the banks of the lake.
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1. Affordable Ravenswood Resort951 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3247www.chetek.net/ravenswood
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2. Beautiful Shorewood Resort216 Lakeview Drive, Chetek, WI 54728Rick & Jan Purintun • 715-642-0871 | [email protected]
Y 16 Y Y Y Y Y Y YCA Y C Y Y
3. Buck ‘n Beam’s Campground1277 20th Street, Cameron, WI 54822715-458-2990www.bucknbeams.com
N N N N N Y CA Y L F N Y N N 35 Y Y wifi
4. The Cabin774 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728Paul Newman • 715-642-1654www.thecabinchetek.com
Y 1 Y Y Y Y YCA Y N GO wifi
5. Chain of Lake Motel1002 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728Monique & Dereck Stertz • [email protected]
Y 12 Y N N N Y N CA N N N N N N N N N N wifi
6. Chetek River Campground590 24th Street, Chetek, WI 54728Christine Gay & JJ Gebhardt • [email protected]
N Y N N NA Y NA Y N N PO Y N N 100 Y Y wifi
7. Crimson Hue Resort804 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728Jack Sandahl • [email protected]
C 12 N Y Y Y Y Y CA N N N Y C Y GO N N N wifi
8. Eagle View RV CampgroundW16270 CTR D & F, Chetek, WI 54728Jim & Kathy Shultz • 715-924-3515 | [email protected]
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9. Echo Bay Resort2386 9th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Rob & Diane Amys • 715-924-3266 | [email protected]
Y 11 Y Y Y Y Y Y YCA Y C N N N wifi
10. Floods Island641 26-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728Charli • [email protected]
Y 3 Y Y Y Y Y Y N wifi
11. Gilligans Get-A-Ways2542 8-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Bob and Julie Stangle • [email protected]
Y 3 Y N Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y C Y N wifi
12. Grandview Lodge1026 Second Street, Chetek, WI 54728Carl and Jackie Kuester • 715-924-3527 [email protected]
Y 8 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N wifi
13. Kingfisher Resort642 26-1/2 – 27 Street, New Auburn, WI 54757Jeff & Chris Frisle • [email protected]
YC 7 Y Y GO Y Y L C L L 7 Y Y wifi
14. Lakeshore Resort1017 24-1/2 – 25th Street, Chetek, WI 54728Lynda Root • [email protected]
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15. Lakeview Resort2395 9th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Brock & Michelle Hamilton • [email protected]
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16. Lazy Acres Resort2679 7-1/2 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Bill & Tara Blue • [email protected]
8 Y Y Y Y Y YCA Y N
17. The Log Cottage134 21-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728Mary Knutson • 715-237-2553 | 715-642-1640 (cell)[email protected]
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Chetek Resort Owners Association 1-800-2-Chetek | 1-800-224-3835 | www.chetek.net
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1-800-523-6318 | 1-715-234-8888www.ricelaketourism.com
Consider one of our excellent hotels during your stay!americinn2906 Pioneer Ave. SouthRice Lake, WI 54868715-234-90601-800-634-3444www.americinn.com
microtel2771 Decker DriveRice Lake, WI 54868715-736-20101-800-202-4223www.microtel.com
Best western2835 South Main StreetRice Lake, WI 54868715-234-70171-800-528-1234www.bestwestern.com
Pullman motel903 Hammond Ave.Rice Lake, WI 54868715-234-7919www.thepullmanmotel.com
currier’s lakeview lodge2010 East SawyerRice Lake, WI 54868715-234-74741-800-433-5253www.currierslakeview.com
super 8 motel2401 South Main StreetRice Lake, WI 54868715-234-69561-800-800-8000www.super8.com/hotels/wisconsin/rice-lake/super-8-rice-lake/hotel-overview
Days inn rice lake lodge & Banquet center1710 South Main StreetRice Lake, WI 54868715-234-44441-800-992-1669www.daysinnricelake.com
View hotel websites for a full list of amenities special to each location!
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18. Mamma’s Cottage814 Dallas Street, Chetek, WI 54728Bruce & Mary Gagner • [email protected]
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19. Morningside Resorts & RV881 25-3/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Mike Chiopek • [email protected]
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20. Northern Exposure Resort & Campground 1075 Bronstad Beach Road, Chetek, WI 54822715-859-2887 | [email protected]
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21. Northland Resort785 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728James & Theresa Toborg • [email protected]
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22. Oak Grove Resort1022 CTH M • P.O. Box 352, Chetek, WI 54728Gary & Jane Thurston • 715-859-6216 | 1-877-625-4768www.oakgroveresort.net | [email protected]
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23. Outers Resort / Wood Duck Cove1748 Pinewood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728David Howes • [email protected]
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24. Pine Park Resort2622 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Lois & Marvin Kelm • 715-924-3463 | WINTER [email protected] • CABLE FOR YOUR TV
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25. Rainbow’s End Resort2626 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Don & Carol DenTandt • 715-924-4514 | [email protected]
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26. Shady Grove Resort1093 22-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728Frank & Diane Keller • [email protected]
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27. Silver Birch Inn & Cottage2608A 7-1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Dennis Knutson • 715-559-1026 | [email protected] | www.silverbirchinn.com
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28. Six Lakes Resort & RV Park2504 8-7/8 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Steve and Karen Hennig • [email protected] | www.sixlakesresort.com
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29. Snug Harbor Resort1950 Hwy. Blvd. N., Chetek, WI 54728Larry & Judy Stafsholt • 715-924-2425 [email protected]
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30. Summer Haven Resort1106 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822Erik & Ann-Marie McNabb • 715-859-2918 | [email protected]
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31. Sunrise Resort973 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728 Steve Eisenhuth • 715-924-3212www.chetek.com/sunrise
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32. Watersmeet Resort2623 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Dennis & Sandy Siems • [email protected]
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33. Wildwood Resort865C 23-3/4 Street, Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728Alan & Mikell Siepierski • [email protected]
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34. Wolf’s Den1296 21-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822Barb Erickson • [email protected]
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Chippewa Moraine has 4,177 acres and is dotted with small glacial kettle lakes. Some of the lakes have a decent fish population; others just provide home for a wide array of frogs, reptiles, turtles and what have you. There are 13 miles of trails in the park, including the Ice Age Trail which is a National Scenic Trail (like the Appalachian Trail). Outside of the park is another 12 miles of trail, extending all the way to Cornell and Brunet Island State Park. The trails are for foot travel only—no motorized vehicles, no horses—just feet. Dogs are welcome! In short hiking distance from a parking lot, a well-established Great Blue Heron rookery is visible. Over 60 nests are there, and when in residence, it is very noisy and busy with birds repairing nests, carrying sticks, and going back and forth on fishing trips to feed their young. Hunting opportunities are offered and deer season is busy with hopeful hunters.
The center is open every day of the year from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Inside the visitor center there are glacial displays and cultural and natural history displays. The staff is very hands-on and encourage children to try one of nine indoor scavenger hunts. Upon successful “quizzing” by a patient naturalist, children can pick a prize for a job well done. They can also hold a snake or a turtle and catch bugs outside with a net to fish the fish and turtles. There are family-based nature movies, films explaining the glacial process and documentary films about early logging and river driving.
Hiking some segment of the trail is always nice, and in winter over 55 pairs of snowshoes, for all ages, are available for use on the property at no charge (although donations are welcomed). The reserve has incredible snowshoeing, partly because of the tranquility that is found there. There are also three outpost, wilderness type, campsites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. A fee of $10 a night includes a fire ring and “outdoor” privy. The great blue herons, frogs and coyotes will sometimes provide an evening chorus for you at no charge!
The Chippewa Moraine also abounds in bird and animal life. In the summer, Ruby-throated hummingbirds are there in droves and Red-headed woodpeckers can always be seen on the feeders outside the building. Each season brings a new wave of transient birds to admire and to try to record sightings. Bear, deer, fishers, sand hill cranes, fox, porcupines and raccoon are common to the reserve and sometimes seen by hikers. No admission fee is charged to visit the nature center, although boat landings do require a Wisconsin State Park sticker. Stickers are good at any state park within the calendar year.
for more information,call 715-967-2800
dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/chipmoraine13394 County highway M, new Auburn, wI 54757-8168a
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ice age interpretive center | ice age trails
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The Chetek Area Calhoun Museum, operated by the Chetek Area Historical Society, is a membership-supported, non-profit organization that promotes and interprets the history of the greater Chetek area of northern Wisconsin. In addition to the collection of artifacts from times gone by, which are on display in downtown Chetek, the museum also hosts a variety of events during the year that serve to entertain and teach people about life in another time.
The museum has four focal points: the lumbering industry, the tourist industry, the Native American influence and the service of Chetek area residents in the United States military.
The museum has numerous old plat books, high school yearbooks, over 50 volumes of The Chetek Alert, old community photographs and cemetery records, as well as numerous other historical documents.
The museum is located at 728 Second Street and is open Wednesday–Saturday from 1-4:30 p.m. from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Appointments can also be made by calling 715-924-4180.
The museum will hold their fourth annual Chetek Boat reunion/rally in conjunction with the airplane fly-in at the Chetek Airport Sunday, Aug. 10, 2014, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all donations are tax deductible.
www.chetekmuseum.org
Chetek was first settled in 1863 and platted on Oct. 15, 1875, on land owned by Knapp, Stout & Co. and E. M. Sexton. Chetek was never incorporated as a village but became an incorporated city in 1891. At the time, Chetek was the first and only city in the United States to pass directly from a township system to a full-fledged city. It was also the smallest incorporated city in the United States, having a population then of only 531 people.
The origin of the name “Chetek” is mired in controversy. From a variety of sources we are given several explanations as to how the name was derived. One history says the name “Chetek,” which Ojibway Indians called “Sheetak,” means pelican, literally little pelican. This is to distinguish it from Big Chetac located farther north. Another theory says that the name was given by Knapp, Stout & Co. lumbermen for a Chippewa Indian Chief, whose name by various writers was spelled Chetek, Shetek, Shetack, Shetuc, and Chetack, respectively, with the meaning being “between two rivers,” or confluence of rivers. In 1993, a theory presented itself claiming the origin of Chetek comes from the Ojibway word Tchitchag which is part of their high or spiritual language and means soul. The lands now under water due to the higher water levels resulting from the dam were once sacred burial grounds for the native residents. The true origin of the name may forever be a mystery.
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game fishof the northwoodsbluegill (lepomis macroschirus)• Prefers warm, shallow waters under cover of weed beds and submerged brush, usually found in 4 to 6 feet of water, but in deeper water during winter months
• Diet includes algae, aquatic vegetation, zooplankton, insect larvae, insects, fish eggs, worms and occasionally small minnows/fish
• Average size limit in Chetek chain is 7 to 9 inches
crappie (poxoxis annularis/nigromaculatus)• Found in open water and places with submerged stumps/logs, rock ledges and areas with some aquatic vegetation reaching above the surface and found in shallow water May–July when spawning and suspended in deeper water around 8-15 feet of water in other months
• Diet includes zooplankton, insect larvae, insects, worms, leeches, minnows and immature fish• Average size limit in Chetek chain is 8 to 12 inches
largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides)Smallmouth bass (Micropterus dolomieu)• Found in warm, shallow and weedy areas and also around structure, weed lines and underwater points. Depth varies from 2 feet of water to 15 feet.
• Feed by sight and hunt for their food by ambushing unwary prey from behind logs,below boat docks and at weed lines that drop into deeper water. They eat insects,worms, leeches, suckers, shiners, shad, frogs and fish under 12 inches in size.
• Average size limit in Chetek chain is 14 to 17 inches
walleye (Sander vitreus)• Generally dawn and dusk are the feeding times for this light sensitive fish—they are a schooling fish, and like the perch, can be found within a few feet of the bottom near rock bars, drop offs and underwater points
• Feed primarily on minnows and other small fish, but will eat insects, leeches and worms• Average size limit in Chetek chain is 11 to 24 inches
northern pike (esox lucius)• Can be found in virtually all water depths throughout the year• Prefer shallow, cool water with extensive weeds/weed lines• As lake waters warm, they often seek cooler waters near inlets streams and springs• A voracious feeder that finds most fish and creatures—even ducks, squirrels and sandpipers are fair game—feed primarily on suckers, shiners, shad and fish 18 inches or under.
• Average size limit in Chetek chain is 24 to 32 inches
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CHETEK RESORT OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION IS A PROUD SPONSOR OF CHETEK LAKES PROTECTION ASSOCIATION AND WALLEYES FOR CHETEK
The Chetek Lakes Protection Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to protect and enhance the Chetek Chain of Lakes. The CLPA has approximately 460 members who not only recognize the Chetek Chain of Lakes as a natural resource that greatly enhances our quality of life, but also the value the chain of lakes brings to tourism economies and local tax bases.
Membership consists of local residents, local businesses, non-residents, lakeshore owners and people from other states who vacation at our resorts that love the lakes. You don’t have to live on the lake to become a supporting member.
The CLPA works to protect the natural resource and preserve our privilege to fish, boat, hunt, swim, plus numerous winter sports, and enjoy the scenic beauty of our lakes.
SOMe Of OuR gOAlS ARe:• Preventing invasive species from entering and establishing themselves in our lake system• Pursue policy initiatives to reduce polluted runoff from urban and agricultural sources
We provide educational materials for shore-land owners on shoreline management and the impact it can have on water quality and lake health on our beautiful lakes. We continue to craft lake policies that fit our lakes needs such as installing fish habitat structures, winter aeration and shoreline restoration practices. We have members who are part of the Citizens Lake Monitoring Network (CLMN) who monitor water clarity on a weekly basis and submit the results to the DNR to assist in their assessment of the health of a lake. We are currently pursuing a state grant through the Wisconsin DNR to fund a study to track down the causes of high nutrient levels in the chain of lakes. The study is necessary before we can receive funding to address the problem. It will include intensive water testing of the streams entering the lakes and an analysis of the bottom sediments of the lakes.
We are the voice for the Chetek Chain of Lakes—please join us! Send an email or visit our website for more information: [email protected] • www.cheteklakespa.org
2013 marked our 11th year of annual stock of extended growth walleyes in the Chetek chain of lakes. Population of legal size walleyes is getting better but not good enough. During the year we stocked approximately 6,000 more walleyes—bringing the 11-year total to 61,000, at a cost of $110,000.
Thanks to everyone who supports our effort, especially the Chetek Resort Owners Association, Fish-O-Rama, the CLPA (Chetek Lakes Protection Association) and everyone who purchased a Walleye for Chetek raffle ticket.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources kicked off a 2-year Wisconsin Walleye Initiative program to stock 400,000 extended growth walleye in northern Wisconsin. The Chetek Chain received approximately 38,000 walleyes in the fall of 2013 as part of this effort. There are preliminary plans to make this an annual project. Go to “dnr.wi.gov and search “walleye” for more details.
Thank you to everyone that supports this effort.
Donations can be sent to:
walleyes for Chetek, p.O. box 172, Chetek, wI 54728
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Used Book Sale: Friday, June 6 at 9 a.m.–6 p.m. and Saturday, June 7 at 9 a.m.–Noon
The Friends of the Library Garden Stroll fundraiser will be Saturday, July 12, 2014. The five-garden event will include demonstrations of creating gazing balls and sale of garden décor. Tickets will be available at the library beginning June 23 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the day of the stroll. The $10 admission includes door prize drawings, refreshments and a bottle of water. Raffle tickets for garden items, including a custom made bench will also be available at the library.
Toddlers, preschoolers and elementary-age children are welcome to attend the summer library program, “Fizz, Boom, Read!” This national theme supports the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) curriculum many schools have adopted. We will be observing, measuring, comparing and exploring the world around us while having fun. Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. All programs are free and no registration is required. Caregivers are expected to remain with children.
A puppet show will be held on Wednesday, July 2 at 10:30 a.m. The felted, wool puppets are all hand-crafted by the puppeteer. This special event is sponsored by the Friends of the Chetek Library.
The Chetek Area Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Call the library to learn which books will be discussed.
The Library has wifi service available 24-hours a day. The signal is available inside and outside the building (within 100 ft). No password is required. Six public access computers are available during business hours. Each computer is connected to the Internet and a printer. Scanner, copy machine and fax services are also available.
321 Moore Street, Chetek, WI • 715-924-3195 visit us on facebook and online at www.calhounmemoriallibrary.org
Open Mon., wed. & fri. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. | tues. & thur. 1–6 p.m.Sat. 9 a.m.–noon | Closed Sundays
The Chetek Southworth Municipal Airport is located one mile east of downtown Chetek on Lakeview Drive. The land for the airport was originally donated by Fred Southworth, a prominent businessman in Chetek’s earlier days, and was dedicated back in 1939.
Some of the more recent improvements to the public airport include upgrading the fueling system to allow pilots to obtain fuel 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with a major credit card (September 2009); rebuilding the entire runway , as well as a new ramp and turnaround and installing a new runway lighting system. In conjunction with these last three upgrades, which were completed back in 2000-’01, was a new terminal building, built with 100% donated labor (except electrical and plumbing work), as well as mostly donated materials. Members of the airport committee at the time of the construction of the building named the structure the Beuthling Terminal, in honor of the late Irv Beuthling, a longtime Chetek pilot, airport manager and Chetek mayor. Beuthling was also one of three Chetek pilots ( along with Dr. David Pierpont and Dr. Fred Bannister) who collectively purchased 40 acres of additional land near the existing airport and donated it to the city for airport use. A small pictorial history display about the airport can be found on one of the walls in the lobby area of the terminal.
The seventh annual Airplane Fly-in and Boat Show benefit for Chetek charities is to be held Sunday, Aug. 10, 2014. The charity is put on by Chuck Harrison and John Banks and is attended by many.
fAA information about the Chetek Municipal Airport can be found at
airnav.com.
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chetek areafarmer’s markettuesdays & SaturdaysDURING THE SUMMERLocated on City Park Drive in Chetek (across from the beach pavilion)*Hours will be posted and advertised throughout the season.
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Duane & Chris have over 55 combined years of experience!We’ll reStore your vehicle to pre-accident condition
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sand, rock, gravel, topsoil • sized Cobbles & rip rapdecorative/landscaping products
Concrete pump trucks —32 meter and 40 meter
715-234-2626 or 1-800-336-3678
Olson Lawn CareDock RepairDock Installation/RemovalBoat Lift Installation/RemovalRip Rap Rock Shoring
715-790-4152Joe olson | Free estimates
SERvICINgYOU WITH:
PropaneTires
Auto RepairFeed
Agronomy ProductsFuel
MachineryConvenience Stores
Hardware
Chetek715-924-4833
Ridgeland715-949-1165
Sand Creek715-658-1661
Rice Lake715-234-8191
Cameron 715-458-2676
BlackJack Transportation, LLC
672 RailRoad avenue • Chetek
715-925-2500 • 715-234-2411Are you too busy to get your car fixed?
With BlackJack Transportation, your vehicle will be picked up and returned to you while you
are busy at work!(Vehicle must be within Chetek city limits)
Call TODaY fOrYOur appOinTmenT
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2014 SKI SHOW SCHEDULESUNDAy PRE-SHOW 5 P.M. • THEME SHOW 6 P.M.THURSDAy PRE-SHOW 6 P.M. • THEME SHOW 7 P.M.
Sunday, June 8Thursday, June 12Sunday, June 15Thursday, June 19Sunday, June 22Thursday, June 26Sunday, June 29Thursday, July 3Friday, July 4 (at 6 & 7 p.m.)
Saturday, July 5 (at 5 & 6 p.m.)
Sunday, July 6
Thursday, July 10Sunday, July 13Thursday, July 24Sunday, July 27Thursday, July 31Thursday, August 7Sunday, August 10Thursday, August 14Sunday, August 17Sunday, August 24
TOURNAMENTS & SPECIAL EVENTSWI State Water Ski Show Tournament in Wisconsin Rapids, WI — July 17–20DIV 2 National Tournament in Warsaw, Indiana — August 1–3Alumni Show on Sunday, August 31 at 3 p.m.
Find us on Facebook
www.hydroflites.com
free admission!
1) DnR pARk: Fishing dock, picnic tables
2) lAke ACCeSS: (Morrison/Second Street) fishing dock
3) MAIn StReet pARk: Fountain, benches, covered picnic area
4) bAll pARk & bASketbAll COuRt: Ball field, concession stand, bleachers, restrooms, parking, play area, basketball court
5) Chetek lIOnS MeMORIAl pARk: Picnic tables, fishing along the river by the dam
6) beACh: Swimming, volleyball, play area, picnic tables, restrooms, band shelter
7) phIllIpS pARk: Picnic tables and grills, pavilion, play area (jungle gym, swings), parking, horseshoe pits
8) gOthAM pIOneeR pARk: Parking for Phillips Park and beach
9) AIRpORt pARk: Picnic tables and grills, pavilion, restrooms, play area (merry-go-round, slide, swings, teeter-totter, sandbox, jungle gym), horseshoe pits, parking
10) bOAt lAnDIng: Boat launching, restrooms, picnic table, parking, Hydroflites ski site adjacent to boat landing
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Advent Christian Church 1204 Second Street, Chetek
715-924-4270
Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA) 148 East Pine Street, New Auburn
715-237-2228
Chetek Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1419 Second Street, Chetek
715-924-4881
Christ Lutheran Church (LMS-USA) 1080 Meilahn Street, Chetek
715-924-2552
Chetek United Methodist Church 300 Stout Street, Chetek
715-924-4660
Chetek Alliance Church 2356 8-1/2 Avenue, Chetek
715-924-2471
Dallas Assembly of God 215 2nd Avenue, Dallas
715-837-1661
Dovre Lutheran Church (ELCA) 231 25-1/2 Street, Chetek
715-237-2647
Faith Baptist Church 1475 Railroad Avenue, Chetek
715-924-3980
New Auburn United Methodist 129 N. Central, New Auburn
715-237-2933
New Hope LutheranE09439 13 42nd Ave
Sand Creek, 715-658-1339
New Scandinavia Lutheran 652 17-1/2 Street, Dallas
715-837-1795
Prairie Lake Covenant Church 1950 Eighth Avenue, Chetek
715-458-2636
Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
324 Douglas Street, Chetek 715-924-3103
Seventh Day Baptist Church 503 E. Street, New Auburn
715-237-2616
St. Boniface Catholic Church 419 Third Street, Chetek
715-924-3514
St. John's Lutheran Church 1115 W. Main, Cameron
715-458-2602
Red Cedar Presbyterian 306 Schofield Street, Chetek
715-924-3804
The Refuge724 Leonard Street, Chetek
715-924-2140
St. Jude’s Catholic Church 146 W. Main, New Auburn
715-237-2939
CAlhOun MeMORIAl lIbRARy321 Moore Street .............................................................. 715.924.3195
Chetek AReA CAlhOun MuSeuM 728 Second Street ............................................................ 715.924.4180
Chetek CIty hAll220 Stout Street ............................................................... 715.924.4838
Chetek COMMunIty CenteR711 First Street ................................................................ 715.924.3121
Chetek-weyeRhAeuSeR AReA SChOOl DIStRICt Administrative Office, 1001 Knapp Street ................................. 715.924.2226High School, 1001 Knapp Street ............................................ 715.924.3137Middle School, 1001 Knapp Street .......................................... 715.924.3136Roselawn Elementary School, 1201 6th Street ........................... 715.924.2244
pOlICe101 Moore Street .............................................................. 715.924.3686
pOSt OffICe535 First Street ................................................................ 715.924.3501
the gARAge ReCReAtIOn CenteR823 Second Street ............................................................ 715.924.2672
communitycontacts
area churches
community contacts | area churches information
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bIke ROuteSThere are 31.6 miles of marked bike routes available in the Chetek area along the west and east sides of Prairie Lake, along the west side of Pokegama Lake and through the City of Chetek and around the “Island” of Chetek. The routes are marked with a bike symbol and arrows painted on the road. A map of the routes is available at www.chetek.net or from one of the local tourist centers.
All-teRRAIn vehICleSThe Chetek ATV Cruzers, an all terrain vehicle club and its many volunteer members, completed putting the finishing touches on a beautiful trail called the Dallas Trail. This was made possible by some very generous, private landowners (who allow us to cross on their land) and the Barron County recreational officer who goes above and beyond for the ATV clubs of Barron County.
The Dallas Trail is said to be one of the nicest trails to ride by other Barron County ATV clubs. You can go from Chetek to Dallas for a nice, short ride for lunch and back. For a longer ride you can make the circle from Chetek to Dallas, Dallas to Barron, Barron to Cameron and Cameron back to Chetek. You also could go west of Barron on the Cattail State Trail to the county’s 40-acre intensive use area called “the playground”, where there is riding for all ages. Many of the supporting businesses and resorts are located along the trail system (see the Chamber of Commerce Members list on pages 12 & 13 for a complete list of businesses accessible by ATV trail). There are trail-heads at the Chetek Lanes Event Center & Pizzeria and in the Chetek Industrial Park behind Parker Hannifin, where you can unload your machines and park a truck and trailer. Many streets and roads in the city of Chetek are well signed and open to ATV traffic by which you get to the trails.
The club is currently working on a trail south of Chetek to Rusk County, which connects with more trails, and north from Cameron to Rusk County.
New members are always welcome • Visit www.chetekatvcruzers.org for more information
SnOwMObIlIngBarron County has over 250 miles of groomed and well-marked snowmobile trails. The trail-head of the Tuscobia State Trail, a 76-mile abandoned railroad bed, begins just north of Rice Lake and ends in Park Falls. The newest “Rails to Trails” is the Wild Rivers Trail which also begins in Rice Lake and covers 97 miles, going north to Superior.
For the latest information on trail status, please contact David Moin by phone at 715-637-4275 or via email at: [email protected].
The local snowmobile club is the Chetek Snow Flyers. To obtain more information about this organization and/or membership in the club, please contact President Mike Schmidt at 715-829-8925 or via email at: [email protected].
Lodging in the Chetek area is available during the winter by contacting the Chetek Resort Owners Association. Visit their website, www.chetek.net, and click on Info Request Form to inquire with the members that have availability.
the Chetek CROSS COuntRy SkI, SnOwShOe, hIkIng & RunnIng tRAIl The cross country ski/snowshoe/hiking/running trail begins behind the Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School/Middle School building on the west edge of town off of Knapp Street. There is ample parking at the start of the route. The trail begins adjacent to the maintenance shed located next to the baseball field. The cross country ski/snowshoe trail loops out onto Bailey Lake.
If you’re interested in the hiking/running trail, follow the school loop that is located behind the school. This trail is used by the cross country running team when school is in session.
The cross country ski/snowshoe trail is a project of the Chetek Chamber of Commerce. Donations are accepted for snowmobile gas/maintenance. Grooming is done annually on a volunteer basis.
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entertainment
Pioneer Village MuseuM
Barron CounTY HisToriCal soCieTY’s
located 1-1/2 miles west of Cameron, WI on CTH W (Museum Road)
Adults $8 Children 5–12 $4 • Under 4 FREE
Season Pass $20
715-458-2080 • 715-642-1327www.barroncountymuseum.com
Open June–August • Thursday–Sunday • 1–5 p.m.
John & Michelle Law
695 cty. Hwy. ss, chetek • 715-924-3227www.cheteklanes.com
6 lanes with automatic scoring • Homemade Pizza • Bumper Bowlingcomplete Pro shop • outdoor Deck • game room • 65” Plasma TV
Hall for any occasion • sand Volleyball
Join us for our Sand Volleyball or Bowling Tournament
during Liberty Fest!try our
9-Pin taPtournaMEnt
tHiS WintErover $1,500,000Paid out to Date
Open at 11 a.m. 7 Days A Week!
2002 22-1/2 ave. • rice lake • (715) 236-2002www.ricelakespeedway.net
Rice Lake SpeedwayRice Lake Speedway
Stock car races every Saturday nightApril through Labor Day
located 1/2 mile N of the city limits between highways ss and 48 e
photo credited to: Dave Greschner
823 Second Street, Chetek
715-924-2672Open FridayS & SaTurdayS 6–10 p.m.
Hot and cold snacks • Basketball • Foosball • Ping PongClimbing Wall • Arcade Games or just relax and socialize!
FreeadmiSSiOn
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We are going to be collecting a variety of items for the Chetek AReA fOOD Shelf. Many cabin guests leave behind canned goods and other non-perishable food items. We want to not only gather what is already left behind but ask cabin guests to donate their unused items. The Food Shelf can accept canned, boxed and unopened food items. We can also help by collecting paper products such as toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, plastic and paper plates, foil and other such items. We also are looking for help with soap, dish soap and shampoo items that are often too costly for some families. With the help of our summer guests, we are hoping to have a big impact on the availability of goods during the summer months when giving seems to be at its lowest level. If you have a seasonal home, you can donate items to any local resort and they will be donated to the Food Shelf. Please help us assist local families who need some help.
the Chetek fOOD Shelf IS lOCAteD At 121 SeCOnD StReet, ChetekAnD CAn be COntACteD At 715-925-3500.
Cabins for Cupboards
2-3 Almena Family Fun Days—Garden tractor pull, run/walk, tractor pull, truck pull 7–10 Rusk County Fair, Ladysmith
AuguSt9-10 Haugen Fun Days, Haugen9-10 Gem and Mineral Show, Barron County Fairgrounds, Rice Lake, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.9 Classic Car Show, Pioneer Village Museum 10 a.m.–5 p.m.10 Chetek Boat Reunion 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.10 Chetek Fly-In20-24 Cumberland Rutabaga Festival23–24 Festival in the Pines, Carson Park, Eau Claire Food, art and craft fair, live music (715-552-5504 for info)29–Sept. 1 Ridgeland Fair—Demo derby, truck and tractor pull, carnival, dances, live music29-Sept. 1 Weyerhaeuser Booster Days
SepteMbeR5 9th Annual Bluegrass Festival, Pioneer Village Museum 1–9 p.m.6 9th Annual Bluegrass Festival, Pioneer Village Museum 10 a.m.–9 p.m.6 City Wide Garage Sales, Chetek7 9th Annual Bluegrass Festival, Pioneer Village Museum 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
12–14 Brill Harvest Days13 Harvest Fest, Chetek—arts and crafts, chili contest, live music19-21 Oktoberfest, Northern State Fairgrounds in Chippewa Falls20–21 Flea Market & Antique Show, Barron County Fairgrounds north side of Rice Lake
OCtObeR4 Oktoberfest, Dallas18 Art & Craft Fair, Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
DeCeMbeR13 Chetek Chamber of Commerce Santa’s Arrival & Fun Day 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
MuSIC In the pARkEvery Saturday evening in Main Street Park, Chetek 7–9 p.m. (June–August)
RICe lAke SpeeDwAyRaces every Saturday night April through Labor Day
Performances on Thursday and Sundays nights throughout the summer on Lake Chetek • complete schedule on pg. 36
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calendar of events | surrounding communities
Chetek
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RIDgelAnD
DAllAS SAnDCReek
new AubuRn
Chetek
located 8 miles north of Chetekon County Trunk
Highway “SS”
located 20 miles northeast of Chetek on U.S. Hwy. 8
located 11 miles west of Chetek
on County Trunk Highway “A”
located 15 miles south of Chetek on County Trunk
Highway “I” located 9 miles south of Chetek off U.S. Hwy. 53 located 20 miles
southwest of Chetek on State Highway 25
SuRROunDIng COMMunItIeS
Chetek IS 2 hours from the Twin Cities 4 hours from Madison 45 minutes north of Eau Claire
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ts calendar of eventschetek & surrounding areaJAnuARy18-19 Free Fishing Weekend in Wisconsin-NO LICENSE REqUIRED
febRuARy22 Winter Fest snowmobile, ATV and motorbike radar run, games for children, music & food
ApRIl12 Spring Business Expo at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School
MAy 3 Opening Day of Fishing24–nov. 30 Musky Season Open27 Memorial Day Activities 27 Calhoun Museum Opens (Closes in September)29 Pioneer Museum Opens at 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.30–June 1 Camerama Days, Cameron31 City Wide Garage Sales, Chetek
June6–15 Rice Lake Aquafest7 Side Kars Up Nort’ at Pioneer Village Museum 10 a.m.–5 p.m.7 Barron County Dairy Breakfast7–8 Free Fishing Weekend in Wisconsin—NO LICENSE REqUIRED14 Flag Day14-15 Vintage Base Ball at Pioneer Village Museum 10 a.m.–5 p.m.19-22 Hayward Musky Festival, Hayward, WI 19-22 Fall Creek Lions Fun Fest—family movie night, live music, fireworks, fishing contest, parade21-22 Annual Quilt Show at Pioneer Village Museum 1–5 p.m. 21–22 Menomonie Airfest and Autorama—new car test drives, classic car cruise, helicopter and biplane rides (call 715-379-8393 for info) 21 Weyerhaeuser Fireman’s Ball28–29 Hungry Hollow Gas and Steam Engine Show (Hwy 25 and 19th Ave.) starting at 7 a.m.
July4 Masonic Lodge Independence Day Breakfast Chetek Liberty Fest Parade 12 p.m. Chetek Liberty Fest Beach Party 2–6 p.m. Chetek Liberty Fest Regatta Boat Races 4 p.m. at Beach Party Chetek Liberty Fest Fireworks at dusk4 Golf tournament at Sunset View Golf Course, Chetek4-6 Turtle Lake Inter-County Fair —truck pull, carnival, parade5 Chetek Liberty Fest Softball Tournament 9 a.m.–11 p.m. Vintage Voyagers Car Show 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
5 Chetek Liberty Fest Craft Show 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Fishy Four Run/Walk Chetek Liberty Fest Kids Activities 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at beach (pedal pull, saw dust money hunt) Quilt Show Helicopter Rides Volleyball Tournament (TBA) 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament (TBA) Chetek Liberty Fest Block Party featuring The Bossany’s 5–8 p.m. and LIVID from 8:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m.6 Chetek Liberty Fest Softball tournament starting at 9 a.m. Quilt Show Craft Show 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Helicopter Rides9–13 Northern Wisconsin State Fair, Chippewa Falls Lumberjack show, carnival rides10–12 Spooner Rodeo, Spooner Fairgrounds at 7:30 p.m.12–13 Prairie Farm Dairy Days—tractor pull, street dance, community church service12 Brewfest and Ribfest at Phillips Park in Chetek 1–6 p.m.12–13 Heritage Days at Pioneer Village Museum 10 a.m.–5 p.m.16–20 Barron County Fair, Rice Lake—animal judging, carnival, harness races, truck pull, tractor pull, demo derby 17–19 Country Jam, Eau Claire, WI (call 1-800-7800-JAM for info)17–20 Rock Fest, Cadott, WI (call 1-800-326-3378 for info)18–20 Honor the Earth Pow Wow, Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa reservation near Hayward, WI18–20 Birchwood Bluegill Festival23–27 Dunn County Fair, Menomonie—truck & tractor pull, horse pull, demo derby, motocross (call 715-232-4005)24–27 Jamboree Days, New Auburn 24–27 Washburn County Fair, Spooner23-27 Eau Claire County Fair, Eau Claire24-27 Polk County Fair, St. Croix Falls—truck pull, tractor pull, demo derby, horse pull24-26 Lumberjack World Championship, Hayward—Shows begin Friday, July 25 at 6 p.m. (call 715-634-2484 for info)25 Treadle On Sewing Club, Pioneer Village Museum 1–5 p.m.26–27 Treadle On Sewing Club, Pioneer Village Museum 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
AuguSt1-2 Crazy Days in Chetek1-2 Voyageur Encampment, Pioneer Village Museum 10 a.m.–5 p.m.1-3 Bloomer Community Fair, Bloomer1-3 Jack Pine Savage Days, Spooner
fish-o-rama information
fIRSt 2013 $500 tAggeD fISh CAught On OJASkIEleva resident Dan Wurtz’s weekend started out much better than he
anticipated as he reeled in the first $500 tagged panfish in Chetek’s an-nual Fish-O-Rama contest. Wurtz caught the nine-inch crappie Friday, June 14, while fishing Ojaski Lake with a mini-mite tube jig. Pictured with Wurtz (left) is Nik Sather (right) representing Sather Family Den-tal, who was the fish sponsor.
Courtesy of The Chetek Alert, June 19, 2013 issue
2014 IS OuR 28th yeAR!There have been over 2,660 tagged fish caught during the Fish-O-Rama contest and over $96,700 has been paid out to winners to date!
2013 StAtSThere were 366 fish tagged (287-$25, 41-$50, 9-$100, 27-$500, 2-$1,000) and 79 tagged fish were caught (69-$25, 11-$50, 1-$100, 5-$500).
fISh-O-RAMA RuleS• Starts on the fishing opener, May 3, and ends Oct 1• Must purchase a button prior to catching the tagged fish• Buttons are available from Chetek area resorts and
businesses for $3/each, $5 husband & wife, $6 family (parents and children 17 and under)
• Only Crappies and Bluegills are tagged• 5 prize amounts: $25, $50, $100, $500 and $1,000
• Previous years tags are worth $5
tAgS ShOulD be bROught tO the ROD & gun ShOp tO DeteRMIne the pRIze AMOunt AnD SpOnSOR.
FISH-O-RAMA2013
FISH-O-RAMA2013
CHETEK CHAIN OF LAKES
MAY 4THROUGHOCT 1
MAY 4THROUGHOCT 1
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