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The first ice cave was a wonder to behold. Crouching low, we shuffled into the crack that was the cave entrance. The light from our headlamps danced across the cave walls and highlighted the mass of clear ice that extended from the ceiling to the surface of the lake. As other tour guests took pictures with the glowing ice, I was marveling at the cave formation. Sitting under a low-hanging section of the cave, I began to think about how these caves along Chequamegon Bay are formed.

In this episode, Hailey shares about Coastal Awareness Month, every September, and why it is so important to Wisconsin. She then dives into ways you can celebrate our two amazing bodies of water–Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. Along the way, Hailey gives a few pointers on places to honor the coasts' rich history.Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/celebrating-coastal-awareness-month-in-wisconsin/Lake Michigan: https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/EndangeredResources/Communities.asp?mode=detail&Code=c9; Lake Superior: https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/EndangeredResources/Communities.asp?mode=detail&Code=c10; Port Washington: https://www.visitportwashington.com/; Harrington Beach State Park: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/harringtonbeach; Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve: https://www.co.ozaukee.wi.us/662/Lions-Den-Gorge-Nature-Preserve; Ashland: https://www.visitashland.com/; Chequamegon Bay: https://www.visitashland.com/directory/chequamegon-bay/; Apostle Islands National Lakeshore: https://www.nps.gov/apis/index.htmWisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/wisconsin/; Wisconsin Maritime Museum: https://www.wisconsinmaritime.org/; Manitowoc: https://www.manitowoc.org/; USS Cobia: https://www.wisconsinmaritime.org/submarines/uss-cobia/; Superior: https://www.ci.superior.wi.us/; SS Meteor: https://superiorpublicmuseums.org/ss-meteor/The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/blog/The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpodShop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsinDiscover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsinDiscover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworksWisconsin Coastal Management Program: https://doa.wi.gov/Pages/LocalGovtsGrants/CoastalManagement.aspx

In this episode, Hailey cruises through Wisconsin's coastal counties along Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. Teaming up with the Wisconsin Counties Association, Hailey goes from coast to coast, highlighting your next summer escape! Beginning on the coast of Lake Michigan, she stops by Racine County, Sheboygan County, and finally, Door County. Heading north to the coast of Lake Superior, Hailey cruises through Ashland and Bayfield counties, making a few scenic pit stops along the way.Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/cruising-through-wisconsins-coastal-counties/Racine County: https://www.wicounties.org/counties/racine-county/; Samuel Myers Park: https://www.cityofracine.org/ParksRec/SamuelMyersPark/; Wind Point Lighthouse: https://windpointlighthouse.org/Sheboygan County: https://www.wicounties.org/counties/sheboygan-county/; Kohler-Andrae State Park: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/kohlerandrae; Summer Concert Series: https://visitsheboygancounty.com/event/summer-concert-series/Door County: https://www.wicounties.org/counties/door-county/; Door County Coastal Byway: https://doorcountycoastalbyway.org/; Peninsula State Park: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/peninsulaAshland County: https://www.wicounties.org/counties/ashland-county/; Penokee Scenic Overlook: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27757; Chequamegon Bay: https://www.visitashland.com/directory/chequamegon-bay/Bayfield County: https://www.wicounties.org/counties/bayfield-county/; Apostle Islands: https://www.nps.gov/apis/index.htm; Wisconsin Lake Superior Scenic Byway: http://www.lakesuperiorbyway.org/The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/blog/The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpodShop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsinDiscover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsinDiscover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworksWisconsin Counties Association: https://www.wicounties.org/

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Portage County: https://bit.ly/3QBhUu1The Cabin is also brought to you by Group Health Trust: https://bit.ly/3JMizCXCampfire Conversation: Ana, Eric, and Jake give their takes on some fun winter festivals that, at this point in mid-January, are still on the horizon. Some are coming up this weekend, including Waukesha's annual Jan-Boree Festival, a city-wide brouhaha of winter activities that span 10 entire days! Up in Superior, the Lake Superior Ice Festival offers family fun the last weekend of January. Both of these fests feature activities like ice carving, winter disc golf, sledding, bonfires, and more. The Superior festival adds ice racing, a kubb tournament, and a market and craft fair. The end of January sees the start of Lake Geneva Winterfest, a long weekend celebration that embraces rides on and above Geneva Lake, ice sculptures throughout downtown, family friendly (and grown-up) activities of all kinds, and the crowning event: the U.S. National Snow Sculpting Championships, welcoming the best snow sculptor teams from around the country.February is filled with festivals, including Madison's Winter Carnival with events at the UW campus both on and off the ice; the unique Scandihoovian Festival in Mt. Horeb embraces the Scandinavian way to enjoy winter, with social activities and fun with turkey bowling, fiddling, fat tire biking, and even a spelling bee. The middle weekend of February, the 15th-17th, is packed with events all over including the Northwoods Blizzard Blast centered in Conover; from the market to snowshoe baseball to outdoor recliner races on the ice plus sleigh rides, ice bowling, hockey, archery, snowshoeing, even pin-the-nose-on-the-snowman, it truly is a blast! At the same time, you can hustle across Chequamegon Bay during Book Across the Bay, the annual over-ice trek between Ashland and Washburn on Lake Superior, with plenty of fun events before, during, and after. Over on the Door Peninsula, the Sturgeon Bay Fire and Ice Festival features luminary night hikes, snow and carvers of all experience levels in the downtown crafting masterpieces and whimsical creations, even free trolley rides. For more motorized excitement, check out the Manawa Snodeo. It features snowmobile racing, ice drags, even racing with mini-bikes and lawnmowers along with hot air balloons and pyrotechnics lighting things up!They cover several craft beer festivals happening in February too, so you're covered there as well. Plenty of festival fun awaits yet this winter, let this episode inspire you to check more out! Links to these fests are below:Waukesha JanBoree (Jan 19-28): https://www.janboree.org/Lake Superior Ice Festival: https://lakesuperioricefestival.com/Lake Geneva Winterfest & The US National Snow Sculpting Competition: https://www.visitlakegeneva.com/event/winterfest-2024/12242/Madison Winter Carnival: https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/special-events/wintercarnival/Scandihoovian Festival in Mt. Horeb: https://trollway.com/scandihoovian-winter-festivalNorthwoods Blizzard Blast: https://northwoodsblizzardblast.com/Book Across the Bay: https://www.batb.org/Sturgeon Bay Fire & Ice Festival: https://sturgeonbay.net/special-events/fire-ice-festival/Manawa Snodeo: https://www.manawasnodeo.org/More festival and road trip fun can be found at https://www.statetrunktour.com/

Josh Teigen is a full-time fishing guide in Northern Wisconsin spending most of the May and June each year targeting both smallmouth and walleye. Josh's home waters include Chequamegon Bay on Lake Superior as well as inland lakes/rivers near his home town of Iron River. This young guide still in his 20's, carries the wisdom of a seasoned fisherman. Pleasure to have such a bright young star on the 70th JMO Podcast and it is also a pleasure to get into the head of a guy who is a fanatical angler! Make sure to like and subscribe to this page for timely content each week. Also follow the JMO Radio/Podcast facebook page for more content and to recommend a guest or topic for upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/JMOFishingPo...

BCW Talks with Fishing Guide Josh Teigen and Julie Van Stappen from the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore The average daytime temperature in Bayfield in February is a cold 27 degrees and a very frigid 3 degrees at night. That makes the conditions nice for everything ice. On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, we talk to the area’s foremost authority on ice fishing and why Bayfield County is ideal for this popular pastime. Plus, will there be access to the famous ice caves on frozen Lake Superior this year? Our guest from the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore fills us in on the details and why these magnificent ice formations draw thousands to the Northwoods.   Let’s Do a Little Jig At 27, Josh Teigen is already an authority on ice fishing. He appears regularly on John Gillespie’s fishing show “Water & Woods” and is a full-time, year-round fishing guide. A Bayfield County native, Josh grew up on the Pike Chain, where he learned to love fishing. He describes his fishing style as “impatient.” He likes to “run and gun” - if he can’t find the fish he moves to a different location to stay on a good bite. Josh believes the County is an amazing area to fish because there are so many bodies of water, including Lake Superior, Chequamegon Bay, and hundreds of inland lakes. In the winter, you can catch a wide variety of fish, including Trout, Pike, Bass, Walleye and Pan Fish. Having spent so much time on the water during his life, Josh says he pretty much knows where the fish like to hide. Fish don’t move around a lot in the winter, so Josh recommends live bait. His favorites are Walleye suckers and Northern suckers, also called shiners.  He also uses jigs, spoons and Kastmasters, which are basically spoons tipped with a minnow head. Ice fishing is an inexpensive sport, according to Josh. Typically, you only need an auger, bait bucket, live bait, a couple tip-ups and a rod.  If you go on a fishing excursion with Josh, he provides everything – rods, reels, flashers, transportation, and a shack and heater to stay warm.  All you need to bring is food and beverages. Josh recommends that if you are coming up to go ice fishing, you should always check with the local bait shops or chamber of commerce for ice conditions to be safe.  Josh also provides a monthly fishing report online. If you interested in setting up an excursion with Josh, you can contact him on his Josh Teigen Facebook page, follow him on Instagram or visit his website at JoshTeigen.com.     Exploring the Apostle Islands Mainland Ice Caves This time of year, a popular winter attraction is the Apostle Islands Ice Caves. The Ice Caves are located on the mainland portion of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore along the shoreline of the Bayfield peninsula between Cornucopia and Bayfield. Julie Van Stappen, Chief of Resource Management for the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, tells us about the Sea Caves which are transformed into Ice Caves during the winter. The Sea Caves are intricately carved out of finely layered Devil’s Island sandstone. During the winter, these magnificent formations turn into crystalline structures with waterfalls and columns made of ice. They are formed by a combination of waves crashing against the rock in cold temperatures and from water seepage that comes from the top of sandstone, causing the ice columns and other formations. Like the Sea Caves, the Ice Caves also feature stalactites and stalagmites, but are made of ice. Julie says the best conditions for seeing the Ice Caves are when the ice is thick and stable, and the weather is cold, calm and clear. If it’s windy, sheets of ice can form and break up, creating “shark fins” or shards of ice stacked up in layers on its edges, making it very difficult to get through. If there’s a lot of snow, like there is this year, the ice becomes weaker and unsafe to cross. When the conditions are right, access to the Ice Caves is at Meyers Beach where you walk about a mile out onto the ice to get to the first formations. In a good year for the caves when it’s crowded with visitors you must sometimes park farther away and the distance you’ll need to walk can be much longer. Julie recommends that you dress warm, in layers of comfortable clothing and have good footwear, along with stabilizers or Yaktrax. Walking on the ice can be slippery with uneven surfaces that can make the trek somewhat physically challenging. If the Ice Caves are deemed inaccessible (which has been the case this year and is likely to remain that way) Julie says you can still view the Ice Caves from the Mainland Trail. The terrain here can also be tricky because there are lots of ravines and you need to be careful to stay back from the edge. Another way to see the Ice Caves is to go online and search for “Apostle Islands Ice Caves” to view the many photos that have been taken over the years. The Ice Caves are closely monitored by highly trained rescue teams who check the ice regularly to make sure they meet the required criteria for safety purposes. To check the current conditions, go to the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore website and for more general information on the Ice Caves visit bayfieldcounty.org/731/Ice-Caves. The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is currently celebrating its 50-year anniversary. Julie says their website also features special events that will be happening this year, including the grand opening of the Little Sand Bay Visitors Center in June and another event at Big Top Chautauqua in August. February Activities Feb. 1 – 2:                 Apostle Islands Sled Dog Races in Bayfield, WI Feb. 1:                       Mt. Ashwabay Summit Ski Race   Feb. 2:                       Ice Fishing Contest at the Loon Saloon in Cable, WI    Feb. 7 – 8:                 Rittenhouse Inn Red Wine Weekend in Bayfield, WI Feb. 8:                       Barn Quilt Paint & Sip at the Harborview Event Center in Washburn, WI Feb. 9:                       North End Classic Cross-County Ski Race in Cable, WI Feb. 9:                       Kids Fishing Contest, Birchgrove Campgrounds in Iron River, WI Feb. 14:                     Book Across the Bay, Lake Superior at Ashland, WI Feb. 15:                     Bike Across the Bay, Harborview Event Center in Washburn, WI Feb. 15:                     2nd Annual Northern Pines Sled Dog Race, Northern Pines Golf Course & Event Center in Iron River, WI Feb.15:                      Drummond Bar Stool Races, Black Bear Inn, in Drummond, WI Feb. 19 – 23:            American Birkie Week Feb. 22:                     Annual Dart Tournament, Legendary Waters Resort & Casino, Red Cliff, WI Feb. 22:                     Candlelight Trek at Iron River National Fish Hatchery Feb. 23:                     Annual King & Queen of the Mountain Competition, Mt. Ashwabay Ski & Recreation Area, Bayfield, WI Feb. 27 – Mar. 1:     Quilters Retreat, Harbor View Event Center, Washburn, WI   View the full schedule of events on our website and Facebook page. Affiliate Notes Valhalla View Pub & Grub The Valhalla View Pub & Grub is a must-stop when you’re hitting the trails of Bayfield County. Whether you're on a 4-wheeler, snowmobile, or just passing by, Valhalla View has 24-hour pay at the pump fuel, drinks, and food to satisfy you and your machine. One of the best dining experiences around, Valhalla View has a full dinner menu, daily specials, all-you-can-eat salad bar, hand-made pizza and more!   Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center Start your winter adventure at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center where you can connect with the historic, cultural, and natural resources of the Lake Superior Region. You’ll get personal customer service, experience interactive exhibits and find out about fun programming led by local experts. There’s even a gift shop! Explore the nearby wildlife refuge, take in the view from the observation tower, hike the trails, browse the art gallery or attend an event. You can also do some genealogy research or other historical exploration in the archives with help from the Wisconsin Historical Society staff on site.

Trail Blazing and Sled Dog Racing   If you love snow, this is a great time to be in Bayfield County! With more than 30-inches of the white stuff falling overnight in December followed by numerous other storms, the Nordic ski trail systems are packed and groomed for outstanding skiing and snowshoeing.  We chat with the new operations manager at Mt. Ashwabay about their plans for an entire season of family fun. Plus, we’ve got mushers from two popular sled dog races in Bayfield County telling us about how they enjoy the Dog Days of winter (and how you can join them).   Wisconsin’s Hub for Nordic Trails Two things make Bayfield County an amazing place for cross-country skiing and snow-shoeing – its abundance of forested public land along with dedicated volunteers. The terrain is varied, gorgeous and well-maintained by different volunteer groups who work in partnership with public and private landowners to maintain the nine Nordic ski trail systems. One such trail system is at Mt. Ashwabay in Bayfield. Doug Olson learned how to ski here 50 years ago when he was just 5-years-old and he’s now the new Director of Operations. He says that like many others, he picked up great skiing and people skills at this family-friendly, youth-centered recreation area. After working more than 20 years in the ski industry in Colorado, he is happy to be back in Wisconsin’s Northwoods on the shore of Lake Superior. Mt. Ashwabay is maintained by the Ashwabay Outdoor Education Foundation which is made up of a combination of volunteers and paid staff. According to Doug, Mt. Ashwabay has 40 kilometers of Nordic Trails and a snow base of around 1.5- to 3-ft. of packed snow. The conditions are excellent for Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing and skijoring. For those who may not know, skijoring is skiing with your best, furry friend. You can ski, snowshoe or walk with your dog on a dedicated dog-friendly trail. With snow in the forest as deep as your waist in some spots, having a trail that is groomed and snow-packed is a great way to get Fido some exercise this winter. One of Doug’s responsibilities as the new operations manager will be bringing in new events while also growing popular, current events like the Summit Ski Race (often referred to as the “Pie Race” because the prizes are all pies and other baked goods), the King of the Mountain Race that crowns the fastest male and female and the Chairman of the Board for snowboarders. Doug says Mt. Ashwabay has lots of youth-focused programs like free lift tickets for kids 9 and under, affordable ski lessons and $5 equipment rentals for kids ages 4-10. The setup allows parents to drop off their kids in the morning and pick them up later that day. On Friday evenings, kids can take a bus to the hill and ski until 9 p.m. with music on outdoor speakers. To learn more about these and other events and activities, you can visit the Mt. Ashwabay’s website, mtashwabay.org, or its Facebook page, Mt. Ashwabay Ski & Recreation Area.   Mush! We’re Off to the Sled Dog Races There are two popular sled dog races taking place in Bayfield County in February. Jen Dale joins us talk about the area’s original race in Bayfield called the Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race and Rob Lombard fills us in one of the area’s newest races - the Northern Pines Sled Dog Race. The Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race takes place Jan. 31 through Feb. 2. Now in its 25th year, 45 to 65 teams compete along this scenic route near Lake Superior. The biggest teams go first in this event, starting with the 10-Dog Class, and followed by the 8- and 6-Dog Races and ending with the Family Fun Recreational Races. What‘s great about the Apostle Islands Course is you can catch all the energy and excitement of the dogs at the start of the race and then go over to the spectator checkpoint to watch the 10-Dog and 8-Dog Races go through twice and still have plenty of time to return to the start to watch the teams come back in. There are bonfires at the start of the race and the spectator checkpoint to keep you toasty, as well as food from a variety of vendors. The three-day event includes the Musher’s Meeting and spaghetti feed (open to the public) on Friday, the first day of racing and a guest speaker on Saturday and additional racing and a quick awards ceremony on Sunday. If you’d like to help out as a volunteer, you can download the volunteer package at https://bayfield.org/festivals-events/apostle-islands-sled-dog-race/voluntourist-packages/. The Northern Pines Sled Dog Race is on Feb. 15 at the Northern Pines Golf Course & Event Center in Iron River. This is a one-day event where you can watch a large portion of the races just steps away from the comfort of the indoors with food and drinks available. Northern Pines has a sprint-race format, which averages about one mile for every dog. The dog teams average about 20 miles per hour for the sprints. There are four classes of races, each with a different number of dogs. If you want to venture out beyond the event center, you can pick up a map there and drive to one of three road-crossing locations to view the races from other vantage points. The Iron River National Fish Hatchery will also be bringing snowshoes that anyone can use for free on the prepared, packed snow trail and Angie’s Bakery is providing free face-painting. For more information about volunteering, sponsorships and registration, visit www.northernpinessdr.com (“sdr”=sled dog race). You will also want to check out the amazing aerial photos from last year’s race. You’ll find that on the website, too.   January Activities Jan. 4:                 North End Snowshoe Classic in Cable, WI Jan. 1 – Jan. 12:  Oulu Glass Blowing Classes in Brule, WI Jan. 11:               Freeze Your Buns Ice Fishing Contest at Birchgrove Campground in Iron River, WI Jan. 14:               Sleigh & Cutter Rally, Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center in the Town of Eileen (just west of Ashland, WI)                            Lost Nation String Band Live at the Harborview Event Center in Washburn, WI (Can’t find this) Zoomobile (Animals Underground) at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center in the Town of Eileen (just west of Ashland, WI) Jan. 16:               “Just the Bear Facts” with Scott Walter, at Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center in the Town of Eileen (just west of Ashland, WI) Jan. 17 - 19:       Snowfest Pond Hockey Tournament at Lakewoods Resort in                            Cable, WI   Jan. 18:               Ice Fishing Tournament at Staudemeyer’s Four Seasons Resort in Cable, WI  Jan. 19:               Birkie Tour at the Birkie Trailhead in Cable, WI Jan. 25 – 26:       Red Cliff 4th Annual Pow Wow at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino in Red Cliff (just north of Bayfield, WI) Jan. 31 – Feb. 2: Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race in Bayfield, WI   View the full schedule of events on our website and Facebook page. February Preview Layer up for a full episode about everything ice, including the Ice Caves and Ice Fishing. Affiliate Notes Bodin’s Resort Bodin’s Resort is located on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Superior, on Chequamegon Bay near the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Featuring newly constructed cabins that are open year-round, Bodin’s Resort has been in the business of welcoming guests to enjoy the best that Bayfield County has to offer for over 80 years. Whether you want to ice fish in front of your cabin, snowshoe under towering pine trees, snowmobile or cross-country ski, Bodin’s Resort is the perfect place for your next winter vacation. Black Bear Inn & Restaurant Home of the annual Bar Stool Races in February, the Black Bear Inn & Restaurant in Drummond has been a gathering place for locals and tourists since 1948. Experience inventive cuisine, attentive service, and a friendly atmosphere. The extensive menu includes burgers, sandwiches, Italian dinners, steaks, fish and chicken. There’s a different dinner special every night of the week and all-you-can-eat spaghetti every day! Come and see what makes this one of the most popular restaurants in the Northwoods. There are also three rooms available for rent at the Inn that are very affordable with 2 double beds in each room.

Our final fishing report! We kick things off by discussing the changing seasons. Nights are cooler and the water temperature is following suit (00:00-09:14). Josh Tiegen calls in from Leech Lake in Walker, MN.He is chasing Muskies and this is the time to get set up for monster muskies and smallmouth on Chequamegon Bay (09:16-16:35).…

Summer fishing is still going great but cooler mornings are leading to fish starting to transition to fall spots and tendencies (00:00-10:18). Jeff Evans calls in and goes over fishing along the South Shore of Wisconsin and how to catch Lake Superior Walleyes (10:23-22:23). Late August storms can be especially brutal on Lake Superior and…

August 13th! Scott was in the Bay catching splake and people are starting to catch some monter norther pike on Chequamegon Bay (00:00-13:14). Josh Tiegen calls in and goes over his summer of fishing (13:16-21:00). Finally Scott and Trevor wrap things up by discussing guiding, fishing muskies, and hauling up lake trout 200 feet of…

Back at it during the first week of August! Nets are running rampant throughout the south channel of Chequamegon Bay. Fishing is still great, but you have to be careful (00:00-11:30). Jeff Evans joins to talk walley fishing on Lake Superior (11:33-21:25). We wrap things up by discussing walleye fishing on Lake superior and why…

Last week of July! Luckily by Saturday it is going to feel like summer again! Annette Brown the the Northwest Wisconsin Rod and Gun Club stopped by to talk about the 73rd Bud Williams Boys and Girls Fishing Party (00:00-14:13). Kevin Schmidt then stopped by the studio to talk Muskies. He is a teacher at…

It is summer time! Summer fishing is off and running. May flies are set to hatch in July and the black flies are still biting ankles all over the bay. Scott and Trevor go over what kind of live baits are working on Chequamegon Bay (00:00-14:48). Captain Tommy Hicks joins the conversation and he has…

Summer is here, and it is hot! Scott and Trevor go into the storms that can roll into the area with hot humid air and the cold Lake Superior creating a perfect mixture for sever weather. (00:00-13:45). Jeff Evans calls in and he goes into summer fishing. Fish are moving and heading to different parts…

Trevor and Scott are joined by Jason Ronning who stops by for the whole show. In the first segment Scott goes into fishing on the Bay and the different bug hatches that are happening now (00:00-12:45). Netting fish on Chequamegon Bay is changing with rules and regulations and locations. Scott and Trevior go into the…

4th of July week! Busy week heading into the 4th of the July. Weather is starting to turn around and the bugs are hatching and the fish are jumping into the boat (00:00-10:52). Josh Tiegan joins and he has had a fantastic summer catching Bass, Walleyes, Pike, and Trout (10:53-22:43). To wrap up this weeks…

This week on the Chequamegon Bay Fishing Report Trevor and Scott discuss current weather patterns and where are the fish hiding (00:00-14:12). Tommy Hicks with Beyond the Catch Guide Service joins and he is fishing the islands. He goes into where the salmon are at and a unique way he has been catching them this…

Many talented writers make their home in Duluth-Superior and the Chequamegon Bay area. Up next, we feature original works of fiction, nonfiction and poetry from writers across the region. Their work is part of the 9th annual “Writers Read” event.

Writers from the Chequamegon Bay area and Twin Ports read fiction, non-fiction and poetry before a live audience on Friday, Jan. 26, 2018. Judges Cynthia Belmont, Claire Duquette and Gina Kirsten selected 19 writers to read their submissions at Northland College in Ashland.

HOLY COW! That is a 20-pound, 12-ounce bass. We are pretty sure you've never caught one since there have only been 12 largemouth over 20-pounds caught in the entire history of fishing. Our guest, Mike Long caught this one! Mike is a certified big bass expert who has probably caught more monster largemouth than anyone in the U.S.A. Take a listen to Mike Long as he talks about how he hunts for these giants! Kristine Houtman is part of the Women's Ice Angler project taking place on Chequamegon Bay in Wisconsin. She tells us all about it. Dan Johnston from St. Croix visits to talk about preparing for trips.

On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, Nancy Christopher talks with co-host and Director of Bayfield County Tourism, Mary Motiff, about holiday shopping and where to go for unique gift ideas. Our special guest Sue Vojacek, owns a family-run business called Oulu Glass Gallery and is inviting everyone to the family’s Finnish enclave to watch the art of glass blowing and to sign up for classes over the holidays. Plus, get into the holiday spirit with festive events and get ready to ring in the New Year at the Top of Wisconsin.    Holiday Shopping Circle Tour Mary takes us on a circle tour, starting in the northern part of county. Bayfield has plenty of orchards, like the Bayfield Apple Co., that are open year-round and offer delicious, home-made jams, jellies, mustards and ciders. The downtown streets are lined with decorative gift shops that include the Apostle Islands Bestsellers, Bayfield Wine and Spirits, Keeper of the Light, Joanne’s Scandinavian and the Brownstone Center and Sweet Sailing. In between shops, there are plenty to places to relax and refuel. Not too far down the road from Bayfield is Washburn with its delightful shops including: Chequamegon Books, Karlyn’s Gallery and Lake Superior Drifting Stone Jewelry. You’ll also find great stocking stuffers at Coco’s Bakery and Harbor House Sweets. If you time things right in Washburn, take in one of two holiday shows at Stage North – “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” put on by the Groundlings and “Blue Canvas Christmas,” performed by the Big Top Blue Canvas Orchestra.   Next, Mary says head west to Iron River and stop on the way at the Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center in Ashland on Dec. 1. They are having a homemade holiday bazaar featuring locally-made gifts for everyone on your list. In Iron River, don’t forget to visit Angie’s Bakery, Jim’s Meat Market and This Old Bunkhouse. You’ll want to time it right to grab a bite at the Delta Diner and then head over to Benoit to browse the tremendous selection of cheeses at Benoit Cheese. When you get to the southern part of the county, you’ll be in the Cable area, where Mary says places like My Villa, Circle North, Whispering Pines Gift and Gallery and Redbery Books make your shopping experience the exact opposite to shopping in a mall. Shopping in Bayfield County for the holidays is relaxing and beautiful, as all of the communities embrace the holidays with festive decorations.   Oulu Glass Gallery If you’re looking for that special Christmas ornament, you might find it in the Northwoods of Wisconsin at the Oulu Glass Gallery, just north of Brule. Run by a family of artists, Jim Vojacek blows glass, his wife Sue Vojacek makes stained glass and their daughter, Tonja makes jewelry. Sue says they built their studio in 1972, which many say looks like a mushroom house. You’ll find just about anything you can make with glass there, including jewelry, ornaments, goblets and bowls. Sue says this time of year to mid-January, you can come to see her husband, Jim, blow glass during their holiday shows. Jim takes audience requests and creates beautiful blown glass items in minutes. The entire glass blowing process takes considerably longer. According to Sue, Jim loads the furnace with 50 to 200 lbs. of raw glass materials. Its takes about three days to get the furnace hot enough to melt the material, then Jim blows glass for 6 to 8 weeks. The blown glass is put in a second furnace, where it is reheated, and then placed in a lair to cool down. For $35, you can take a glass blowing class, but Sue suggests you check the website for availability at ouluglassgallery1.com or call 715-372-4160 to leave a message. Most of the time the family members are in the studio creating beautiful works of art. The studio is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the week and from Noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Mary says if you are heading there from Hwy. 2, look for the Oulu Rock, a giant, painted rock. It’s been there for more than 50 years. How it got there and who painted remains a secret. Sue knows, but she’s not saying a word.    December Activities   Nov. 30 - Dec. 1: Christmas in Cable Celebration Dec. 1: 2nd Annual Holiday “Bizarre” in Washburn Dec. 1: Holiday Spirit Gallery Tour in Bayfield Dec. 1 – Dec. 23: Wassail Dinner Concerts at the Rittenhouse Inn Dec. 6: Breakfast with Santa at Lakewoods Resort Dec. 8: Holiday Boutique at the Washburn Cultural Center Dec. 8: Dickens of A Christmas at White Winter Meadery, Cidery & Distillery Dec. 8: Santa Arrives on the Ferry in Bayfield Dec. 12: Iron River Holiday Gift & Craft Show   View the full schedule of events on our website and Facebook page.   January Preview Ring in the New Year with Joe Groshek and John Murphy, who will be talking about Fat Biking in Bayfield County.   Affiliate Notes   Siskiwit River Cabins Looking for cabins to rent on Lake Superior? Siskiwit River Cabins offers clean, charming, year-round, fully-furnished, two-bedroom cabins located across from beautiful Corny Beach.   Artesian House B&B Innkeepers Christine Markley & Dennis Clark welcome you to the Artesian House Bed & Breakfast near Bayfield. Located at the gateway to the Apostle Islands and the Lake Superior National Lakeshore, the B&B offers contemporary, eco-friendly lodging & comfortable furnishings.   Second Wind Country Inn Come catch your breath at the Second Wind Country Inn.  Located just minutes from Lake Superior on the Chequamegon Bay, the Inn is just a short drive from the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, Washburn, Bayfield and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.   Robinson Lake Resort & Bar Looking to escape to the city for a week? Come enjoy a relaxing week in Barnes at Robinson Lake Resort and Bar. Now under new ownership, the resort has two lakefront cabins for rent with all the amenities you’ll need! 

On this episode of Bayfield County Wild Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, speak with Neil Howk, a park ranger and interpreter for the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and president of the Chequamegon Audubon Society. They discuss the upcoming 12th Annual Birding and Nature Festival, and other upcoming area events. Namekagon River and Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway  As the National Park Service doesn’t have a marketing budget, Mary Motiff has recently been working with several nearby counties to spread the word about the Namekagon River that is part of the beautiful Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway. An underrated gem, the Namekagon River has very little development along its banks, so those on the river feel like they are truly out in the wilderness. Kayakers, canoers and tubers are welcome at different access points, as well as those who wish to hike or picnic. If you planning to experience the river, visit namekagonriver.org for a full list of outfitters, guides and ideas on how to have fun! 12th Annual Chequamegon Bay Birding and Nature Festival Neil Howk shares his involvement with the upcoming annual festival for bird and nature enthusiasts, running May 17-19. Neil serves on the planning committee that assembles the yearly schedule, and he’s also the leader of several tours during the festival. Over 100 different programs are available over the three-day event. From mammal tracking to wildflower walks to old-fashioned bird watching, you have the opportunity to see more than 180 species of birds alone this year. New this year, the festival has added activities that include a nighttime owl prowl and a trip out to Madeline Island to visit Big Bay State Park. To register for the festival or for more information, visit www.birdandnaturefest.com. Note that “early birds” will receive a special rate prior to May 1. Fishing Report Aside from the big lake, did you know Bayfield County has over 900 inland lakes? That means there’s lots of fish to catch all year long! Avid fishing fans can now benefit from our new Fishing Report, linked here. Use it to learn about area hot spots, what bait to use and more from knowledgeable guide Josh Teigen. April Events As the weather turns warmer, Bayfield County has a variety of events to choose from! April 4: Attendees of the Birding and Nature Festival should enjoy the Chequamegon Audubon Society’s presentation on terns within Chequamegon Bay. This will take place at the Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center.  April 6-7: The Rittenhouse Inn hosts Red Wine Weekend, celebrating the marriage of fine red wine and gourmet food! Experience various wine tasting sessions and a six-course dinner at Rittenhouse Inn’s Landmark Restaurant. April 11: The official launch of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Quarter at Legendary Waters Resort will bring in representatives of the U.S. Mint and National Parks Service. There will also be traditional Native American drummers and dancers, and over 250 school children in attendance as part of the celebration. Coins will be available for purchase, and anyone under 18 will receive a coin at no charge. There will also be a forum for coin collectors at the Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center the night before on April 10. April 13-14: The inaugural Washburn Brokedown Blues Festival, at the Harbor View Event Center, features a variety of food trucks, as well as foot-stomping performances from area blues bands. April 14: Chopper’s Smelt Tossing Contest in Grand View offers cash prizes for those with the best aim, and awards extra points to those brave enough to bite the head off of their smelt, prior to tossing! Music and food will follow, and a participatory t-shirt and lunch are included in your registration fee. April 20-22: Lost Creek Adventures will host an entire weekend skills gathering centered around Earth Day. Workshops will help attendees gain knowledge of their surroundings, whether building a house or using survival tactics. April 28: Celebrate the newly-opened playground and park in Iron River, during the Lions Club Spring Swing Fling! It will be fun for all-ages, with 50’s music and dancing, costume contests and a playground swing dedication. April 28: Haven’t had enough smelt? Then, the Herbster Annual Smelt Fry is for you! Try your luck at winning one or more of the many raffle prizes, and enjoy Captain Ken’s Fire House Beans and homemade desserts along with your main course. May Preview We’ll talk with Phil Annich, operations manager of Big Top Chautauqua. This world-renowned venue attracts some of the biggest names in music annually for their summer line-up. This year’s star-studded schedule includes Buddy Guy, Jackson Browne, Kenny G, The Temptations and Mary Chapin Carpenter! Listen in to find out what else will be going on this summer. If you want to learn more about Bayfield County, be sure to subscribe to our podcasts. Get a little WILD at travelbayfieldcounty.com, and don’t forget to explore our interactive map. —— Affiliate Notes Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center — The NGLVC connects you with the historic, cultural and natural resources of the Northern Great Lakes region. Interact with exhibits, hike trails year-round, take in the view from the observation tower, or attend one of their weekly events. Delta Diner — A frame-up restoration of a 1940’s Silk City diner, you’ll always find an eclectic menu with a twist on authentic favorites. Come taste why they’ve been featured by the New York Times, the Food Network and Midwest Living. Mogasheen Resort — Located among Cable’s scenic, nationally-known trails, the Mogasheen Resort’s traditional environment features comfortable cottages and cabins with breathtaking sunsets on Lake Namekagon. Boat rentals are available right on site for fishing, kayaking and more. Bear Paw Restaurant — Enjoy delicious food in a cozy, cabin-like atmosphere. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Bear Paw’s specials include chicken wings, seafood and BBQ ribs. Don’t leave without trying a trademark, delicious caramel roll or their unique, homemade potato chips.

On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, as Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, speak with Chad Abel, Division Administrator of Natural Resources for the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. They discuss the first tribal national park in the country, located at Frog Bay, as well as area events in the month of March. Legendary Waters Resort & Casino Legendary Waters is one of the most appropriately-named destinations you can find. Owned and operated by the Red Cliff band of Lake Superior Chippewa, the entire experience and view for visitors is truly “legendary.” Located on the shores of Lake Superior in Red Cliff, this hotel offers 47 deluxe rooms and premiere suites, each with a Lake Superior and Apostle Islands view. Even the casino has a view! This is a rarity, as most casinos in the United States don’t even have windows. The annual Pow Wow in Red Cliff features drummers, singers and dancers along with vendors selling traditional food and arts & crafts. Check travelbayfieldcounty.com for future dates, and visit the Native American Tourism of Wisconsin website (NATOW) for details on proper pow wow etiquette. New Apostle Islands Coin Over the last few years, the United States Mint has been producing quarters that highlight different national parks. It’s exciting to announce that the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is being honored with such a coin! There will be a forum for coin collectors at the Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center in Ashland on Tuesday evening, April 10th and the official quarter launch and coin exchange at Legendary Waters Resort on Wednesday morning, April 11th. Further information can be found at travelbayfieldcounty.com. Frog Bay Tribal National Park Chad Abel shares his involvement with the first tribal national park in the country, Frog Bay Tribal National Park. Frog Bay is a pristine, undeveloped area on the Red Cliff Chippewa reservation. Though not affiliated with the National Park Service, the tribal national park title refers to the sovereign nation of the Red Cliff Band of Chippewa. This designation protects it from future development and provides public access to a portion of the park. Located a few miles from Legendary Waters Resort & Casino on Frog Bay in Lake Superior, the park opened in 2012. Originally just a 90-acre parcel, it grew last year when another 87-acre parcel was acquired (the only remaining private property in Frog Bay), along with 80 acres that Bayfield County was using for timber management. In total, Frog Bay Tribal National Park is now approximately 300 acres with two miles of walking trails. Balancing Tourism and Protection With so much natural beauty in Bayfield County, it is a big responsibility to protect. Mary explains that there are many laws in place for the protection of Bayfield County’s natural resources, and that Bayfield County Tourism balances nature and tourism every day. Bayfield County is aware that its natural resources draw people from all over the world, and local residents want to continue to protect these assets. Marching Into Spring You may be thinking spring, but celebrate winter with one last “hurrah” in Bayfield County: March 2-4: Bayfield Winterfest allows you to release your cabin fever and have crazy winter fun while taking part in this fund-raising weekend in Bayfield. Proceeds benefit the Bayfield Area Recreation Center and Mt. Ashwabay Ski and Recreation Area. March 3: The World’s Longest Weenie Roast is held to raise funds for the Great Divide Ambulance Service, the Namakagon Volunteer Fire Department and other charities and not-for-profits. This event holds the record for the longest line of hot dog cookers over one fire in the world. March 3-28: The Chequamegon Bay Arts Council will hold its annual Spring Art Show – this year’s title: “Metamorphosis” – at the Washburn Cultural Center. There’s a public opening reception on March 8th, March 9-11: Hot air balloonists from Wisconsin and Minnesota come to participate in the Hot Air Balloon Rally, raising money for the Cable Area Lions Heart Benefit. March 10: The Mt. Ashwabay Spring Carnival offers fun and crazy events like a water balloon launch, a potluck, a costume contest, distance jump and the ever-popular cardboard races! March 10: The Fat Bike Birkie is the premier on snow bike event in North America. Riders test their skills and endurance on the professionally-groomed American Birkebeiner Ski Trail! March 10: The Harbor View Events Center is hosting Warren Nelson’s “South Shore Chronicles,” six vignettes depicting historical characters and scenes from the Chequamegon Bay area with music at the end of each act. April Preview We’ll talk about birding with Neil Howk and learn about the 12th Annual Chequamegon Bay Birding and Nature Festival, held in May. Attendees will enjoy experts including naturalists and biologists from around the area, leading wildlife watching field trips! If want to learn more about Bayfield County, be sure to subscribe to our podcasts. Get a little WILD at travelbayfieldcounty.com, and don’t forget to explore our interactive map. Affiliate Notes Bayfield Inn – Reflecting yesterday’s charm with modern amenities, Bayfield Inn is a newly-renovated, premier lodging establishment along the shores of Lake Superior in downtown Bayfield.  Ehlers Historic General Store – One of the oldest general stores in Wisconsin, Ehlers has been restored to resemble much of its original 19th-century appearance while providing everything their 21st-centry shoppers need. Pla-Mor Bar & Restaurant – Located on Lake Namakagon, the family-owned Pla-Mor Bar & Restaurant is known for its friendly staff, great food and authentic Northwoods décor. Weekly dinner specials include a Wednesday Wing Ding, ribeye steaks on Thursdays, Fish Fry Fridays and prime rib on Saturdays. Pine Creek Pit Stop – Because Pine Creek is such a popular snowmobile and ATV destination in northern Bayfield County, the Pine Creek Pit Stop is the perfect place for food, fuel, fun and beverages after a day on the road or on the trails.