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SUMMARY:Alder & Wild Rice Lakes Pontoon Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 5 2025\, 9:00 am – 11:30 am or 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm \nJoin Jim Bokern\, historian with the Manitowish Waters Historical Society\, for a two-hour pontoon tour of Alder and Wild Rice lakes. Departing from Alder Lake\, this tour will delve into the rich history of the area\, featuring historic images and stories. Explore the Indigenous People trail networks\, the unique canal systems connecting the MW chain to Lac du Flambeau\, the logging era\, railroad spur landings\, homesteads\, early resorts and businesses. \nSpace is limited\, so be sure to sign up early! The cost is $60 ($55 for members of the MWHS or NLDC)\, and lunch at Little Bohemia is included\, either before or after the tour. Registration opens in early-to-mid March at the North Lakeland Discovery Center For more details\, contact the NLDC at 715-543-2085 or via email at contact@discoverycenter.net \nDirections to the launch site will be provided to registered participants prior to the trip. \n 
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/alder-wild-rice-lakes-pontoon-tour/
LOCATION:contact@discoverycenter.net\, Manitowish Waters\, WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T170000
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SUMMARY:Leaders of Historical Preservation
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 3\, 2025\, 5 pm – 7pm \nJoin us for a special event on the Pioneers of Historic Preservation.
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/pioneers-of-historic-preservation/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T113000
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SUMMARY:The first inhabitants that roamed the Northwoods
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, February 12th join us for a special lunchtime presentation at White Oak Grill on the first inhabitants that roamed the Northwoods thousands of years ago. Jim will talk about the customs and the way of life for the Ojibwe\, the Anishinaabe\, the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Indians\, our Indigenous predecessors in the region. Lunch will be ordered at 11:30\, and the presentation will run from noon until 1 pm.
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/the-first-inhabitants-that-roamed-the-northwoods/
LOCATION:White Oak Grill at Chippewa Retreat\, 13029 Deer Park Road\, Manitowish Waters\, WI\, 54545\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T190000
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SUMMARY:Culturally Modified Trees
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, February 11th we will have our second winter Zoom presentation. Join historian Jim Bokern from 7-8 pm Central time to learn about Culturally Modified Trees in the area. These trees are significant because they tell stories about how those from the past altered trees either for Ojibwe food and building purposes or by early loggers and settlers for navigation purposes. Jim will show you pictures of trees in the area that are still telling stories today \nNo pre-registration is required for either event. \nFor the Zoom presentation\, just cut and paste the link below at 7 pm Central time on Tuesday\, February 11th: \nTopic: MWHS Zoom Presentation\nTime: Feb 11\, 2025 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81000197417?pwd=hdsI27n2gKn4nyWSzFYqVyC4ddjlka.1 \nMeeting ID: 810 0019 7417\nPasscode: 012085
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/culturally-modified-trees/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, Manitowish Waters\, Wi\, 54545
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T181500
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SUMMARY:The Story of Rest Lake Dam
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, January 22nd at beautiful White Oak Grill to hear historian Jim Bokern share the story of Rest Lake Dam from the beginning\, how it helped establish the hub of downtown Manitowish Waters then and now\, and how it’s impacted life\, commerce and recreation in the area over the years. \nThe cash bar will open at 4 pm\, and our host John McGraw will provide some tasty White Oak appetizers at 4:15 pm. The presentation will start promptly at 5 pm and wrap up by 6:15 pm. You can make dinner reservations starting at 6:30pm by visiting White Oak Grill – Chippewa Retreat Resort. \nNo registration is necessary for the event. Please direct any questions to Frank DiLeonardi at fdileonardi@icloud.com. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/the-story-fo-rest-lake-dam/
LOCATION:White Oak Grill at Chippewa Retreat\, 13029 Deer Park Road\, Manitowish Waters\, WI\, 54545\, United States
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UID:5738-1732636800-1732647600@www.mwhistory.org
SUMMARY:Our Civilian Conservation Corps Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Discover the amazing legacies of Northwoods Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camps located along the Manitowish River and White Sand and Star lakes. Join Jim Bokern from the Manitowish Waters Historical Society at the Boulder Beer Bar as we celebrate our CCC heritage on Tuesday\, November 26. \nDuring the Great Depression\, thousands of men lived in Northwoods CCC camps\, completing environmental reclamation projects and supporting their families with most of their wages. This unique presentation chronicles Camp Mercer\, Camp Crystal Lake and Camp Star Lake with pictures\, maps and documents.  The presentation kicks off at 6 pm. \nAs a special treat\, the Boulder Beer Bar has one of the last 1/6 barrels of Camp Mercer 660 limited edition beer from Lake Louie brewmaster Kirby Nelson. Camp 660 beer will be tapped at 4 pm and will go fast! Finally\, the chefs at Boulder Beer Bar will create a few CCC entrees from a 1933 Kellogg CCC cookbook for folks to order. Historic food\, drink and stories from 90 years ago will provide for a lively evening.
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/boulder-beer-bar-and-manitowish-waters-historical-society-proudly-celebrates-our-civilian-conservation-corps-heritage/
LOCATION:Boulder Beer Bar\, 5509 Co Hwy M\, Boulder junction\, wi\, 54512
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SUMMARY:Plum Lake Hemlocks Hike
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday: 10:00 am – 5 pm \nJoin local historian Jim Bokern and Naturalist Jenna Richardson on a fascinating hike through history in the Plum Lake Hemlocks Forest State Natural Area. We will explore the Milwaukee Road Railroad\, state leased land and the people that lived in this area over a century ago and walk in their footsteps. This is an off trail\, moderately strenuous 4-5 mile hike with one wetland crossing. \nBring lunch and water.  Registration is required by 10/26/2024.  Registered participants will receive an email with more information prior to the hike including directions to the trailhead (near Sayner\, WI).  Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5 PM.  $50/Non-Member\, $40/Member (NLDC or MWHS). \n  \nDirections to the trailhead will be shared after registration.
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/plum-lake-hemlocks-hike-2/
LOCATION:North Lakeland Discovery Center\, 14006 Discovery Lane\, Manitowish Waters\, WI\, 54545
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SUMMARY:Time Traveler Trail: Trout Lake to Pallette Lake
DESCRIPTION:Friday 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM \nJoin Manitowish Waters Historical Society guides and NLDC naturalists as we journey along paths that link centuries of Northwoods histories. Departing from North Trout Lake while following the traditional Ojibwa portage linking the Chippewa and Wisconsin rivers\, we will discover historic railroads\, homesteads\, and an early cranberry farm. We will learn the natural history along the route and the impact of the Youth Conservation Corps on area trails and natural resources. \nThis 3.5-mile moderate hike will be mostly on trails with some uneven ground and brush. \nSpace is limited\, so please register early; $30 ($25 for members of the NLDC or MWHS). Register at the North Lakeland Discovery Center (www.discoverycenter.net). For more information\, contact the NLDC (715-543-2085 or at contact@discoverycenter.net). \nTour meets at North Trout Lake Boat Landing.
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/time-traveler-trail-trout-lake-to-pallet-lake/
LOCATION:North Trout Lake Boat Landing\, 3973+79\, boulder Junction\, WI\, 54512\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="North Lakeland Discovery Center":MAILTO:contact@discoverycenter.net
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SUMMARY:Moonshine in the Northwoods
DESCRIPTION:Please 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.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe cash bar will open at 4 pm\, and our host John McGraw will provide some tasty White Oak appetizers at 4:15 pm. This free presentation will start promptly at 5 pm and wrap up at 6:15 pm. You can make dinner reservations if you desire starting at 6:30 pm by visiting the White Oak Grill Website.\n\n\n\nNo registration is necessary for the event. Please direct any questions to Frank DiLeonardi at fdileonardi@icloud.com.\n\n\n\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/moonshine-in-the-northwoods-2/
LOCATION:White Oak Grill at Chippewa Retreat\, 13029 Deer Park Road\, Manitowish Waters\, WI\, 54545\, United States
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SUMMARY:Forest History Driving Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm \nJoin 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\, Vilas\, Oneida and Forest counties to serve generations of residents and visitors. During our travels\, we will visit several early sites\, including ranger stations\, watch towers\, Civilian Conservation Corps camps\, state nurseries\, a ranger cabin\, forest fires\, Youth Conservation Corps camps and more. Some historic logging sites will be viewed as well. Importantly\, we will also explore modern forest practices that illustrate the long-term commitment to sustainable forests in Wisconsin. \nParticipants need to bring a lunch\, water and shoes suitable for short hikes on uneven ground. Some paths may have fallen logs to step over. Hiking will be moderate to light. \nSpace is limited\, so please register early; $45 ($30 for members of the NLDC or MWHS). Register at the North Lakeland Discovery Center (www.discoverycenter.net). For more information\, contact the NLDC (715-543-2085 or at contact@discoverycenter.net).
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/forest-history-driving-tour-2/
LOCATION:North Lakeland Discovery Center\, 14006 Discovery Lane\, Manitowish Waters\, WI\, 54545
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T150000
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UID:5558-1725116400-1725123600@www.mwhistory.org
SUMMARY:MW Historical Society: History of Logging and Railroads in the Northwoods
DESCRIPTION:Join us and discover the rich and unique heritage of WinMan trails from 3-5pm on Saturday August 31st at the WinMan Chalet. \nJim 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. \nJim will address the unique significance of the land where WinMan currently sits and its impact on those industries. He will take you through 100+ years of logging\, right up to modern day logging operations and the importance it still has on the health and vitality of our forests. \nThe event is FREE to attend but $10 donations to the MW Historical Society are encouraged. \n$10 Donation to the MWHS Encouraged
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/mw-historical-society-history-of-logging-and-railroads-in-the-northwoods-2/
LOCATION:WinMan Trails\, 6870 County Highway W\, winchester\, wi\, 54557
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T190000
DTSTAMP:20240807T163916Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T163916Z
UID:5429-1724864400-1724871600@www.mwhistory.org
SUMMARY:Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Please 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.
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/cemetery-walk/
LOCATION:Pine Lawn Cemetery\, 13590 Pine Lawn Rd\, MANITOWISH WTRS\, Wisconsin\, 54545
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UID:5406-1724761800-1724778000@www.mwhistory.org
SUMMARY:Historian and Naturalist Tour of Mercer Bike Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \n 
URL:https://www.mwhistory.org/event/historian-and-naturalist-tour-of-mercer-bike-trail/
LOCATION:River’s Edge Outfitters\, WI
ORGANIZER;CN="North Lakeland Discovery Center":MAILTO:contact@discoverycenter.net
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