Trout Lake stands out as one of the most unique Northwoods lakes with an amazing history. Join historian Jim Bokern and naturalist Jenna Richardson on a pontoon tour that will explore cultural and natural destinations. Trout Lake’s size, depth and ecologies support unique fisheries, while large tracts of state land maintain a wild landscape. Historically,…

Learn what John Dillinger and his gang were really like and the “behind the scenes” story of their weekend in Manitowish Waters as we travel by pontoon to historic Dillinger sites. Enjoy a box lunch and tour the grounds of the famous Little Bohemia Lodge, the property that was featured in the movie Public Enemies.…

Learn what John Dillinger and his gang were really like and the “behind the scenes” story of their weekend in Manitowish Waters as we travel by pontoon to historic Dillinger sites. Enjoy a box lunch and tour the grounds of the famous Little Bohemia Lodge, the property that was featured in the movie Public Enemies.…

Explore the history and natural beauty of the 13,000-acre Turtle Flambeau Flowage Scenic Waters Area on a guided pontoon tour.  Enjoy excellent birding and wildlife viewing as you learn about the history and cultural traditions of this jewel of the Northwoods.  Fundraiser for local conservation.  Limit: 9 Leaders: Hannah Thorpe & Jim Bokern Trail:  Step-up…

Embark on a 4-hour sunset pontoon tour of the Turtle Flambeau Flowage with a North Lakeland Discovery Center naturalist Jenna, and Manitowish Waters Historical Society historian Jim Bokern. Departing from Springstead Boat Landing, this guided tour will explore the rich history and stunning natural beauty of the 13,000-acre Scenic Waters Area during the pre and…

Explore the history and natural beauty of the 13,000-acre Turtle Flambeau Flowage Scenic Waters Area on a guided pontoon tour.  Enjoy excellent birding and wildlife viewing as you learn about the history and cultural traditions of this jewel of the Northwoods.  Fundraiser for local conservation.  Limit: 9 Leaders: Hannah Thorpe & Jim Bokern Trail:  Step-up…

Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society historian Jim Bokern on a two-hour pontoon tour of Rest Lake, departing from Rest Lake Park. Explore the area’s rich history, including Indigenous cultural networks, logging camps, railroad landings, one of Wisconsin’s earliest forest ranger stations, the mysteries of Rest Lake Dam, early resorts, homesteads, businesses, and unique local residents.…

Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society historian Jim Bokern on a two-hour pontoon tour of Rest Lake, departing from Rest Lake Park. Explore the area’s rich history, including Indigenous cultural networks, logging camps, railroad landings, one of Wisconsin’s earliest forest ranger stations, the mysteries of Rest Lake Dam, early resorts, homesteads, businesses, and unique local residents.…

Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society member Jim Bokern on a two-hour pontoon tour of Alder and Wild Rice Lakes. This trip will depart from Alder Lake and explore the rich histories of these lakes with a wealth of historic images & stories. Discover the Native American trail networks, unique canal systems that linked the MW…

Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society  member Jim Bokern on a two-hour pontoon tour of Manitowish and Little Star lakes, departing from the Blue Bayou Inn. Discover the indigenous community's cultural networks, logging camps, railroad landing, early resorts, Ojibwa village, unique residents, and Dillinger's gang. Participants will view many unique historic sites and supplemental historic images…