MW Historical Society: History of Logging and Railroads in the Northwoods
WinMan Trails 6870 County Highway W, winchester, wiJoin us and discover the rich and unique heritage of WinMan trails from 3-5pm on Saturday July 27th at the WinMan Chalet. Jim Bokern from the Manitowish Waters Historical Society will be sharing a fascinating conversation regarding the history and importance of logging and railroads in the Northwoods. Jim will address the unique significance of…
Camp Mercer Interpretive Trail Hike
River's Edge Outfitters 263 US-51, Manitowish Waters, WI, United StatesThursday: 1 pm – 4:00 pm Explore one of the most robust Civilian Conservation Corps camps in the Northwoods with Manitowish Waters Historical Society historian Jim Bokern and a NLDC naturalist while walking on the newest NHAL hiking trail! With 23 interpretive signs and cleared archaeological features, years of research will be discussed while traveling…
MW Crime Pontoon Tour
Rest Lake Boat Landing 13862 Rest Lake Park Rd, MANITOWISH WATERS, WI, United StatesKay Krans is leading a NEW tour of the vast array of criminal activity on the MW chain. 9:00-11:30 and then 12:30-3:00 Join the MWHS tour of Gangsters in the Northwoods on our comfortable pontoon boat, touring the famous Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes. On our tour, learn how local citizens got involved in the…
Big Lake Investigation by Pontoon
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Lane, MANITOWISH WTRS, WisconsinTuesday: 9 am - 12:30 Big Lake is a scenic lake that has an interesting murder mystery in its history. The 1920s brought people from diverse walks of life to the area. There were several summer estates and some small cabins for summer rentals. Those who lived year-round on the lake were caretakers for the…
Dillinger Pontoon Tour
Little Bohemia 142 US-51, Manitowish Waters, WI, United StatesThursday: 9:30 am - noon or 1:15 pm - 3:45 pm What were John Dillinger and his gang really like and what is the “behind the scenes” story of their weekend in Manitowish Waters? Enjoy the rich histories of Manitowish Waters as we travel by pontoon to historic Dillinger sites. This tour is led by…
Historian and Naturalist Tour of Mercer Bike Trail
River's Edge Outfitters 263 US-51, Manitowish Waters, WI, United StatesJoin historian Jim Bokern and naturalist Hannah Gargrave on a 4.5-hour E-bike ride from River's Edge Outfitters to Carow Park in Mercer. Ride along with ease and discover the amazing history and environmental destinations along the way. E-bike rental is part of the event fee. Limited to 12 participants.
Cemetery Walk
Pine Lawn Cemetery 13590 Pine Lawn Rd, MANITOWISH WTRS, WisconsinPlease join the MWHS for a fun evening speaking to various historic figures about their experiences in Manitowish Waters. Current-day residents will play the roles of these locally historic figures and share stories about their past. Please remember to wear walking shoes and appropriate clothing for the occasion. We welcome all; no registration is necessary.
MW Historical Society: History of Logging and Railroads in the Northwoods
WinMan Trails 6870 County Highway W, winchester, wiJoin us and discover the rich and unique heritage of WinMan trails from 3-5pm on Saturday August 31st at the WinMan Chalet. Jim Bokern from the Manitowish Waters Historical Society will be sharing a fascinating conversation regarding the history and importance of logging and railroads in the Northwoods. Jim will address the unique significance of…
Forest History Driving Tour
North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Lane, MANITOWISH WTRS, WisconsinTuesday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Join us as we travel from eastern Iron County to the old growth forest surrounding Star Lake to explore both historic and modern forestry sites surrounding the Northern Highland American Legion Forest. By the late 19th century, Wisconsin’s leaders wished to create a state park or forest reserve in Iron,…
Moonshine in the Northwoods
White Oak of Chippewa Retreat 13029 Deer Park Road, MANITOWISH WTRS, WisconsinPlease join us on Wednesday, October 9th at the White Oak Grill to hear historian Jim Bokern share Northwoods accounts on moonshining, bootlegging, Prohibition and gangsters like Al Capone. Learn how these stories worked together to influence the lives of the people of the Northwoods and the nation at large. The cash bar will open…