Thursday, August 13, 2026, Morning Tour: 9:00 am - 11:30 pm Travel back in time with Kay Krans from the Manitowish Waters Historical Society on the second morning Manitowish Waters Crime Pontoon Tour of the summer. Uncover the local bootlegging operations that supplied alcohol to Chicago and Minneapolis. Hear the gripping story of mob boss…

Thursday, August 13, 2026, Afternoon Tour:  12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Travel back in time with Kay Krans from the Manitowish Waters Historical Society on the second afternoon Manitowish Waters Crime Pontoon Tour of the summer. Uncover the local bootlegging operations that supplied alcohol to Chicago and Minneapolis. Hear the gripping story of mob boss…

Monday, August 17, 2026: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Picturesque Big Lake has a fascinating murder mystery in its past. In the 1920s, people from all walks of life began settling in the area. Several summer estates and small rental cabins dotted the landscape, while those who lived there year-round were caretakers for the wealthy…

Join us for local historian Kay Krans' presentation "Chippewa Retreat Property History." No registration is required to attend this event. Wednesday, August 19, 2026: White Oak Grill, 13029 Deer Park Rd, Manitowish Waters, WI 4:00pm - Cash bar opens 4:15pm - Appetizers hosted by White Oak Grill 5:00pm - 6:15pm - Free presentation by Kay…

Friday August 21, 2026, Morning Tour:  9:30 am - 12:00 pm Join us for Dillinger Pontoon Tour #3 (Morning) of the summer of 2026. Learn about the real events of John Dillinger and his gang’s notorious weekend in Manitowish Waters. Kay Krans, historian with the Manitowish Waters Historical Society, will guide you on a unique…

Friday August 21, 2026, Afternoon Tour:  1:15 pm - 3:45 pm Join us for Dillinger Pontoon Tour #3 (Afternoon) of the summer of 2026. Learn about the real events of John Dillinger and his gang’s notorious weekend in Manitowish Waters. Kay Krans, historian with the Manitowish Waters Historical Society, will guide you on a unique…

Wednesday, August 26, 2026: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join historian Jim Bokern and naturalist Hannah Gargrave for a E-bike ride from River’s Edge Outfitters to Carow Park in Mercer. Enjoy a leisurely ride as you explore the fascinating history and natural sites along the route. E-bike rental is included in the event fee. Space…

Thursday, August 27, 2026:  3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Explore the history of Manitowish Waters as we take a leisurely hike along local trails, stopping at some of the area's social establishments. With the help of tour guide headsets, you'll be able to easily hear and learn from guides from the Manitowish Waters Historical Society…

Tuesday, September 8, 2026, Morning Tour:  9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Lunch 12:00 pm-1:00 pm at Rest Lake Cookout) Join us for the final Dillinger Pontoon Tour #4 (Morning) of the summer of 2026. Learn about the real events of John Dillinger and his gang’s notorious weekend in Manitowish Waters. Kay Krans, historian with the…

Tuesday, September 8, 2026, Afternoon Tour:  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm (Lunch 12:00 pm-1:00 pm at Rest Lake Cookout) Join us for the final Dillinger Pontoon Tour #4 (Afternoon) of the summer of 2026. Learn about the real events of John Dillinger and his gang’s notorious weekend in Manitowish Waters. Kay Krans, historian with the…