Wisconsin Land - Jackson County

Get Out in the Snow

2012-01-18T14:48:00.000-06:00

The white wet stuff has finally made an appearance in Wisconsin - so it's time to get out and play!

Tomorrow at 7PM is a meeting of the The Black River Falls Trail Riders Snowmobile Club. New members are welcome at the Skyline Golf Course.

Monday January 23rd is the first of three sessions for the Snowmobile Safety Class given by the Jackson County Sheriff's Department at the Jackson Electric Cooperative Building in Black River Falls. You'll need to attend all three sessions: January 23rd 6PM-9PM, January 26th 6PM-9PM and January 28th 10AM-Noon. The cost is $10. Call to register 715-284-5357.

The Woodland Riders Snowmobile Club is having a Radar Run Saturday January 28th 8AM at Lake Lee in Millston, including a Silent Auction and Bake Sale at the Rider Inn. Get all the details at their website Woodland Riders

If you'd rather go snowshoeing, join the Friends of the Black River on their Snowshoe Hike Sunday January 29th from 12:30PM to 1:30PM. Meet them on the east side of the County Highway K bridge near Hatfield.

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Your Own Snowmobile Trails

2012-01-05T13:12:00.000-06:00

Imagine having the freedom to ride across acres of your own snowmobile trails. That could happen on this 160 wooded parcel just east of Black River Falls. The property borders thousand of acres of County Land, so it will feel like you are lost in the wilderness. But just minutes away you can find lakes and rivers, a casino and a city, so you're adventure never has to end. Great Hunting and ATVing here too.

#1225 160 acres on Brockway Road

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Upcoming Blood Drives

2011-12-13T11:24:00.000-06:00

What better gift to give than life this Christmas. If you can, visit one of the upcoming American Red Cross Blood Drives here in Jackson County.

- Monday December 19th at the Melrose-Mindoro High School in Melrose from 11:30AM-5:30PM. You can set an appointment at 1-800-GIVE-LIFE, but walk-ins are welcome.

- Friday December 23rd at the Black River Memorial Hospital from 10AM-3PM. Walk-ins welcome, or set appointment at 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or on the Red Cross website

- Wednesday December 28th at the Black River Falls Armory from Noon-5:45PM. Walk-ins welcome, or set appointment at 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or on the Red Cross website

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A Helping Hand This Christmas

2011-12-07T15:24:00.001-06:00

If you're looking to give back this holiday season, here are some events in Black River Falls where you can help.

Project Christmas is having a Gift Wrapping Event Tuesday December 13th 6PM to 7PM and a Boxing Groceries Event Thursday December 15th from 6PM to 7PM. Come help prepare items at the National Guard Armory for distribution to those in need. All who wish to volunteer are welcome.

Friday December 16th through Sunday December 18th Burnstad's Market will be hosting a Pack the Pantry/Stuff the Semi Food Drive. Bring non-perishable food items which will be going to the Neighborhood Food Pantry. This event is sponsored by Burnstad's Market employees, Smiley Bear Design, Millis Transfer, Inc., WWIS FM 99.7 and AM 1260, Neighborhood Food Pantry Inc., Banner Journal and The Shopper.

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Share Thanksgiving

2011-11-22T15:44:00.001-06:00

Enjoy a delicious feast at the Free Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner in Black River Falls. Dinner will be served Thanksgiving Day Noon to 1PM at the National Guard Armory. For those unable to attend, meals will delivered, call Karen or Linda at 715-284-4657 or 715-896-0409 by 6PM November 23rd. Dinner sponsored by St. John's Lutheran Church.

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Marine's Birthday Ball

2011-11-08T16:27:00.000-06:00

Here's a birthday bash you don't want to miss. It's the Marine's 236th Birthday and you are invited to the Ball.

Be dressed in your best at Club 95 in Hixton November 12th at 5PM. Tickets are $60 per couple, which includes dinner and drinks and lots of fun. Get tickets at Club 95, Re-Petes in Black River Falls or by emailing marinecorpsleague1363@centurytel.net See more info on their Facebook Page 236th Marine Corp Birthday Ball

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Clean Your Medicine Chest Safely

2011-10-26T08:41:00.000-05:00

On Saturday October 29th there will be a Pharmaceutical Sweep from 8AM to 2PM held at the Jackson County Recycling Center in Black River Falls.

Bring you unused or unneeded prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines in so they can be disposed of properly. You should never throw these items away or flush them as the drugs can contaminate the ground water. There is no charge for bringing in items to be disposed.

For more information see this flyer Pharmaceutical Sweep

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Get Outdoors with the Kids

2011-10-12T11:43:00.000-05:00

This Saturday October 15th head to Hawk Island Range just south of Black River Falls for "God's Great Outdoors Fall Field Day".

From 10AM-5PM check out the rifle and shotgun/clay range, 3D archery and kid's archery. Bid in the silent auction or try for door prizes. There will be a demonstration by falconer Pat LaBarbera at 3PM. Bring a dish to pass (before 11:30AM) and then enjoy lunch from 11:30AM-2:30PM. This is a FREE event!

Also - Jackson County ATV trails close at sundown October 16th. They will re-open December 15th.

Oktoberfest

2011-09-28T09:54:00.000-05:00

It's that time of year for food, dancing, pumpkins and beer - it's Oktoberfest!

Events have been running this week all over town leading up to the big party this Saturday starting at 9AM at Sand Creek Brewing. If you haven't gotten your Oktoberfest Button they are still available at the Black River Area Chamber of Commerce, Sand Creek Brewing Company and many area retailers.

See the schedule of events here Oktoberfest

Willkommen!

Best High School Teacher

2011-09-13T16:31:00.000-05:00

By Cassandra Colson Jackson County Chronicle - lacrossetribune.com

BLACK RIVER FALLS — Brad Markhardt doesn’t like interruptions in the agriculture class he teaches at Black River Falls High School.

So he wasn’t exactly happy when he heard about an impromptu assembly Friday that was going to take him and his students away from an introductory class.

He quickly pardoned the interruption.

State Superintendent Tony Evers was on hand to name Markhardt the 2011-12 Wisconsin High School Teacher of the Year.

Full Story Wisconsin’s top high school teacher from Black River Falls

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Fun in Hatfield

2011-08-24T11:45:00.003-05:00

It's Hatfield Fun Days August 26th-29th.

Enjoy games, music, family activities and good food. Do some shopping at the Flea Market. The Parade is Saturday at Noon followed by Bed Races, and at 6PM enjoy a Water Ski Show on Lake Arbutus.

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Free Sweet Corn

2011-08-11T12:29:00.003-05:00

Corn on the grill - that is summer!

Head over to the American Legion Grounds in Melrose for a Corn Broil Saturday August 13th Noon to Midnight and Sunday August 14th 8:30AM to 3PM for all you can eat free sweet corn, along with a flea market, music, games, horse wagon rides and more. Horseshoe Tournament Sunday at 11AM.

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Jackson County Fair 2011

2011-08-01T12:08:00.003-05:00

It's time for the 151st Jackson County Fair August 3rd to August 7th at the Fairground in Black River Falls.

Get a run down on all the events and shows at their website thejacksoncountyfair.net

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Give Blood.

2011-07-26T14:45:00.001-05:00

Friday July 29th the American Red Cross Blood Mobile will be at the Ho-Chunk Executive Building from 11AM to 3PM. Walkins are welcome.

Karner Blue Butterfly Festival

2011-07-11T12:41:00.003-05:00

The Karner Blue Butterfly Festival, held the third Sunday of July each year in Black River Falls, will be July 16th this year.

Don't miss all the fun: Pancake Breakfast 7:30AM, 5k & 10k Run/Walk & Half Marathon (must be registered by July 13th), Parade 3PM, Kid's Land including Build-a-Bear workshop, Butterfly Merchandise, Artists & Crafters along Main Street,
Karner Blue Butterfly Learning Center and Habitat Tours, Trolley Rides, Live Music and Street Dance, Chicken Dinner and more.

Get all the details and times for all events Festival Events

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Eat in Black River Falls

2011-07-07T14:21:00.004-05:00

If you plan to be in Jackson County, here are some great food events in Black River Falls you don't want to miss.

Saturday July 9th is the Jackson County Beef Cook-Out at the Jackson County Fair Park in Black River Falls from 3:30PM to 9PM. Enjoy a rib eye sandwich, corn on the cob, and ice cream. There will also be displays by 4-H members, a mechanical bull. inflatable playground for children and more. Hosted by the J.C. Beef Promotion Committee.

The following Friday more good food from the Black River Falls Fire and Rescue Department - a Spaghetti Dinner held at the American Legion July 15th from 5PM-6PM.

Yum!

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The Strawberry Capital of Wisconsin

2011-06-21T14:27:00.004-05:00

Do you know where the Strawberry Capital of Wisconsin is?

It's Alma Center, and this weekend is the Annual Alma Center Strawberry Festival.

June 24th to 26th enjoy food, rides, a baseball tournament, live bands Friday and Saturday night, parade Sunday at Noon, and of course STRAWBERRIES!

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Thursday Nights in the Summer

2011-06-09T14:15:00.002-05:00

Need to start your weekend early?

Every Thursday Night until October head over to Third Street in Black River Falls for the Downtown Farmer's Market and Car Cruise from 5PM to 7PM. Find fresh produce and old cars!

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Memorial Day Pow-Wow

2011-05-25T12:00:00.003-05:00

Join the members of the Ho-Chunk Nation as they honor Veterans at the Memorial Day Pow-Wow this weekend May 28th to May 30th at the Andrew Blackhawk Memorial Pow-Wow Grounds in Black River Falls.

There will be Grand Entries on Saturday and Sunday at 1PM and 7PM, and on Monday at 1PM. The Flag Raising Ceremony will be Monday at 10AM.

For more details see this flyer Ho-Chunk Traditional Memorial Day Pow-Wow

BuyWisconsinLand.com salutes all Veterans this Memorial Day - thank you for your service.

Garage Sales and ATVs/UTVS

2011-05-10T12:24:00.004-05:00

What on earth do Garage Sales and ATVs/UTVs have in common?

Well, this weekend you will find Community Garage Sales being held in Black River Falls May 13th-May 15th, in Warrens May 13th and 14th, and in Melrose May 14th. Grab your wallet and get some great deals.

And Saturday May 14th is opening day for Jackson County ATV trails! This year there is a program allowing all UTVs on ATV trails as well. Get the details before you head out Jackson County UTV Pilot Program

Get your shopping done early then get out and ride!

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4-H Horse Project

2011-04-28T11:17:00.002-05:00

April 30th is the Jackson County 4-H Horse Project at the Jackson County Fair Park Animal Show Arena, Highway 54W in Black River Falls.

It begins at 10AM with a Horse Safety Clinic for project members only, but from Noon-3PM a Haul-in Clinic is open to all area horse owners. There will also be tack swap tables.

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WWIS Home Show

2011-04-06T14:15:00.003-05:00

This Saturday April 9th is the WWIS Home Show 2011 from 8AM to 3PM at the Milt Lunda Memorial Arena in Black River Falls.

There will be 50 displays along with demonstrations by Karner Blue Garden Club. Admission is free and food will be provided by the Black River Falls Lions Club.

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Give Blood

2011-03-23T11:19:00.003-05:00

March is Red Cross Month. The American Red Cross will be holding Blood Drives next week in Jackson County. You can donate and save lives by visiting one of these locations:

Melrose-Mindoro High School in Melrose on Monday March 28th 11AM to 5PM
Or
Lincoln High School in Alma Center Wednesday March 30th 11AM to 5PM

For guidelines on donating blood visit the American Red Cross website Eligibility Requirements If you have never given blood before read this First Time Donors

Baby Born On I-94

2011-03-09T10:37:00.000-06:00

Here's an event that no one wants to happen to them, but makes for a great story later!

Story from wsaw.com includes news video. Everyone is fine!

Baby Born Along I-94 in Western Wisconsin

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Ice Fishing in Hatfield

2011-02-23T09:20:00.003-06:00

Hatfield Sports Shop and the Hatfield Sportmen Club will be hosting their Fourth Annual Ice Fishing Tourney Saturday, February 26th 7AM to 3PM.

Register at the Hatfield Sport Shop and then head out on Lake Arbutus. Entry fee is $5, and there will be food and drink, entertainment and prizes.

For more information see the Hatfield Sport Shop website www.hatfieldsportsshop.com

Trees and Water

2011-02-08T14:22:00.003-06:00

Imagine yourself here:

Nearly 100 incredible wooded acres with a wonderful creek meandering throughout adjacent to hundreds of acres of public forestland! Black top road access to this amazing property, bordered by the Black River State Forest. Close to one of Wisconsin’s best fishing lakes, Lake Arbutus and historic Black River Falls.
Jackson 1212

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Ice Racing

2011-01-21T11:23:00.000-06:00

Check out one of the oldest events on the CWIRA tour - this Sunday head to the Hatfield ATV & Motorcycle Ice Races at Russell Park.

Gates open at 8AM, practice at 9AM, and the first race at 11AM. There will be refreshment in the heated food shelter. Admission is $5 - 12 and under are free, making this a great event for the whole family.

See the Central Wisconsin Ice Racing Assocation website www.cwira.com/ for details and a list of upcoming races.

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Snowmobile Trails Now Open

2011-01-07T12:56:00.000-06:00

As of January 6th Jackson County is declairing Snowmobile and ATV Trails west of the Black River are open. Conditions are being reported as fair to good and more snow has been added to the trail surface.

Remember the Black River crossing at Black River Falls is closed this season due to dam construction. The crossings at Melrose and Hatfield are open.

For a map of Jackson Country's 300 miles of trails Jackson County Snowmobile Trail Map

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Mills Park Sledding Hill

2010-12-21T13:58:00.000-06:00

by Cassandra Colson Jackson County Chronicle

The future of Mills Park’s historic sledding hill will be preserved with an upcoming land transaction between the city of Black River Falls and a city landowner.

The city council voted 7-0 at its regular meeting last week to authorize the purchase of a lot of land from homeowners Ron and Sarah Wirtz whose property sits directly adjacent to Mills Park and its popular sledding hill.

With the $7,500-purchase, the city will formally own the entire park, including the sledding hill.

Full Story Mills Park’s sledding hill to be preserved

The team at BuyWisconsinLand.com: Roy, Lance, Jerry, Mike and Shelley, wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Joyous New Year.

Volunteer to Wrap Gifts

2010-12-10T13:49:00.000-06:00

Volunteers are needed to help wrap gifts and pack boxes for Project Christmas. Wrapping will take place Tuesday December 14th at 6PM and packing will be Thursday December 16th at 6PM, both at the National Guard Armory.

Project Christmas organizers have been busily preparing for their 27th round of giving to Jackson County residents who are in need of assistance this holiday season.

“It’s going extremely well I think,” said Ruth Buswell, a longtime Project Christmas volunteer. “We’re happy we can serve people.

“What we do is try to make Christmas better for families who may be having a little difficulty this year or throughout the years.”

Full story by Cassandra Colson, Reporter Jackson County Chronicle
Project Christmas readies for another year of giving

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Christkindl Festival

2010-11-24T15:15:00.000-06:00

It's that time of year again! Christkindl will be next weekend - December 3rd and 4th.

Don't miss the opening ceremonies on the Courthouse Lawn at 6PM Friday - the Father Christmas Coronation followed by the Christmas Tree Lighting and Candle Light Procession. Both days will be filled with lots of great music and food, shows and exhibits, and of course Santa and his reindeer!

Get all the details here 2nd Annual Christkindl Festival

At BuyWisconsinLand.com we wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

Hunting Land

2010-11-05T11:17:00.000-05:00

Jackson County is known as the Whitetail Deer Capital of Wisconsin, so what better place to find a great piece of hunting land!

On BuyWisconsinLand.com we have properties in over 40 Wisconsin Counties, from 15 to 1000+ acres, for you to review and find the recreational property you've been dreaming about.

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Or check out these listings:

96 wooded acres on Dickey Creek, bordering Black River State Forest, currently listed at $122,500. #1212 Jackson County

Here's 80 acres, open and wooded, bordered by County Lands, currently listed at $120,000. #9003 Jackson County

Free Fall Fun

2010-10-21T13:49:00.000-05:00

FREE family fun!! Saturday October 30th from 4PM to 7PM join in the Fall Fun Fest at Pine Hill Church of Christ, 6 miles south of Black River Falls on Hwy 27 then East on Paquette Road.

Hay Rides, Bocce Ball, Inflatable Castle, Frisbee Golf, Bean Bag Toss, Food and Drinks and more. All are welcome!

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Make Bread and Relax

2010-10-06T10:08:00.000-05:00

Do you need some time away....or to knead some time away?

Time to visit Barefoot Landing Breads & Culinary Therapy on Highway 54 in Melrose. Here you can try baking Artisan Breads, ethnic breads and holiday breads. As they say "culinary therapy at its best!" You can go for the day, or stay for the weekend and relax in a cabin near the Black River.

For information or reservations call 507-450-8117 or email riverrain@hbci.com

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Cranfest!!!

2010-09-21T23:47:00.000-05:00

The last weekend in September always marks the beginning of Cranfest, the world's largest cranberry festival.
This weekend, September 24th-26th, the folks in Warrens will have all things cranberry for you to see and taste, along with arts and crafts, a flee market, and contests. You can even meet the Cranfest Queen and Princesses!
There will be Marsh Tours Friday and Saturday. The Cranfest Parade will begin Sunday at Noon.
For more information, directions and event times visit cranfest.com

Fun in Hatfield

2010-09-10T14:33:00.000-05:00

Saturday September 18th and Sunday September 19th are the Hatfield Chamber Fun Days!
See the Antique Tractor Show and enjoy food, games and activities for the whole family. There will be a parade at noon on Saturday.

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Have a Pork Sandwich!

2010-08-25T11:54:00.000-05:00

Take a break from boating on Lake Arbutus or riding your ATV through the woods and support the Hatfield Sportman's Club by buying a Pork Sandwich. You will find them at the Hatfield Fire Hall on Saturday September 4th. And don't forget to visit the Flea Market and Craft Show running all weekend, including Labor Day.

Looking for more fun? Check out the Labor Day Ho-Chunk Pow Wow September 4th to 6th in Black River Falls!

We at BuyWisconsinLand.com wish everyone a fun-filled and safe Labor Day Weekend.

Brat and Hot Dog Sale

2010-08-04T11:15:00.000-05:00

There will be Brat and Hotdog Sale at Burnstad's Grocery in Black River Falls Thursday August 5th from 10AM to 2PM. Proceeds will benefit local chapters of the American Red Cross.
Have a great lunch and support a great cause.

Karner Blue Butterfly Festival this weekend

2010-07-16T11:02:00.000-05:00

Saturday July 16th marks the 14th Annual Karner Blue Butterfly Festival in downtown Black River Falls.
It will begin with the 6th Annual Karner Blue Race, a 5K, 10K and half-marathon runs, with registration beginning at 7:30AM and the race beginning at 8AM.
There will also be a pancake breakfast, tea, crowning of the Princess, antique car show, rides, games, and a Chicken Dinner starting at 4:30PM.
For more details see this article from the Jackson County Chronicle Karner Blue Butterfly Festival flutters in this weekend
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Show in the Sky

2010-07-01T10:15:00.000-05:00

Don't miss the fireworks across Jackson County this weekend.

Friday - Lake Lee, Millston

Saturday - Lunda Park, Black River Falls and Lake Arbutus, Hatfield

Sunday - Hixton Park, Hixton and Melrose Recreation Park, Melrose

The BuyWisconsinLand.com team wishes everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July weekend.

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

2010-06-16T10:25:00.000-05:00

The Wisconsin DNR has a great website - but if you are just looking for links on Mangaged Forest Law or Lakes or the lastest DNR News, we have a handy page on our website for those
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Looking for a great property in Jackson County? How about this 96+ acres on Dickey Creek that borders the Black River State Forest. Lots of room for hunting, hiking, ATVing and snowmobiling, with woods and wildlife all around you. Close to Black River Falls for shopping and dining. #1212 Jackson County

Cabins for a Summer Getaway

2010-05-25T14:25:00.000-05:00

Some people love to get out and "rough it" to enjoy nature. For the rest of us - how about a nice cabin with more of the comforts of home, yet in a beautiful woody setting.
Jackson County has some beautiful woods, miles of ATV and hiking trails, and wonderful lakes and rivers. Follow this link for some great cabins you can rent to enjoy it all:
Cabins - Cottages - Lodges
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Black River Falls and the Civil War

2010-05-13T12:57:00.000-05:00

Wisconsin was barely a state at the start of the Civil War. One Black River Falls High School Senior spent some time researching and discovered how his community was involved as part of the high school Falls History Project.

From the Jackson County Chronicle: Levi Miles more readily enjoys studying world history. But after the past four months of researching the role of Black River Falls men in the Civil War, he says he’s learned the value of Jackson County’s role in an important slice of United States history.
“It’s just really, really neat,” said Miles, a Black River Falls High School senior. “Considering the time period (and our) far-north town, we had people fighting in the Civil War."
Full Story Glimpses of the Past: Senior explores role of Black River Falls men in the Civil War

Friends of the Black River Spring Hike

2010-05-04T09:45:00.000-05:00

Saturday May 8th from 11AM to Noon you can get out and enjoy the spring flowers!
Meet at lower portion of Pettibone Pass (Bottom Road) and hike into Morrison Creek Landing on the East Bank Trail.

For more information see www.friendsoftheblackriver.org/

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Events for Saturday April 24th

2010-04-19T12:38:00.000-05:00

Cystic Fibrosis Bike-a-Thon - April 24th 9AM–10AM - Black River Falls Middle School Walk, run, or bike. Don't forget pledge sheets (or donations). For more information call Mitch & Sue at 715-284-9637.

Hatfield ATV Riders Road Clean-up - April 24th 10AM–11AM - Hatfield Fire Hall
Volunteers welcome! Lunch will be served after clean up.

Easter Breakfasts Held April 3rd

2010-04-02T13:04:00.000-05:00

Warrens Community Easter Breakfast, 8AM – 10:30AM, Warrens Lions Log Building

Brunch with the Easter Bunny, 8:30AM – 11AM, Black River Senior High School
Sponsored by Partners of Black River Memorial Hospital. Food, games, face painting, crafts, pictures,raffles, door prizes & more. $6 per person (age 2 & under free). Easter egg hunt at 11:15 on South lawn of BRFHS.

We at BuyWisconsinLand.com wish everyone a safe and Happy Easter.

Local Farmers Faces on Your Juice Bottle

2010-03-26T12:39:00.000-05:00

From weau.com - Some local families are now the faces of one of Wisconsin's largest industries, cranberries.

A Jackson County farmer and a Monroe County farmer will be on the labels of the products you buy in grocery stores soon. As Chris Baylor shows us, that's good for the local berry business.

Full Story Area cranberry farmers the new faces of juice

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Want To Learn to Kayak?

2010-03-03T10:37:00.000-06:00

If you'd like to try kayaking, head over to the Lunda Pool in Black River Falls Middle School Saturday March 6th from 11am-2:30pm to learn beginner and advanced paddling techniques. All equipment is provided. Donations for the Lunda Center Fundraiser are $10 adult, $5 children (must be accompanied by an adult).
For more information call Call Jeff at 715-284-4117 or Amanda at the Lunda Center at 715-284-7606.

Find a river or creek property in Jackson County of your own to kayak on - BuyWisconsinLand.com - Jackson County

Snowmobile Fun

2010-02-11T11:31:00.000-06:00

If you like snowmobiling don't miss these upcoming events in Jackson County.

Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area King/Queen of the Mound Race on February 13th from 10am-4pm. N791 Bruce Mound Ave. Merrillan. Racing begins at 1pm.

Black River Falls Trail Riders Snowmobile Club Steak Feed Fundraiser on February 20th from 5pm-8pm. For tickets call 715-896-4901. Everyone is welcome.

Hixton Rod & Gun Club Varmint Hunt

2010-01-22T12:27:00.000-06:00

Be sure to head for Hixton and the the Second Annual Hixton Rod & Gun Club Varmint Hunt January 30th.

You'll need to sign up at Brookside Tavern or Kal's Korner in Hixton by Friday January 29th. $10 per two person team. If you need more info call Jim at 715-963-2244. Food and refreshments will be available at the lower shelter.

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Ethnic American Music Exhibits

2010-01-10T16:54:00.000-06:00

From jacksoncountychonicle.com

The Americana Music Room in downtown Black River Falls now has about one-third more space and plenty of new exhibits to display in it.
The newest exhibits, which are displayed in the basement level of the Jackson County Historical Society’s 13 S. First St. location, are intended to highlight and celebrate ethnic American music and culture. Full Story

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Enjoying the White Christmas

2009-12-22T16:17:00.000-06:00

Musing about snow in December in Wisconsin:

Across the Fence: Nothing wrong with a little snow by Howard Sherpe - Jackson County Chronicle
“Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful, and since we’ve no place to go, let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!”
Lyricist Sammy Cahn and composer Jule Styne created that wonderful Christmas song in 1945, when I was 1 year old. I was singing along with it last week in the car, as winter finally arrived after staying away through November. We usually have several inches of the white stuff on the ground by the time December arrives. Full Story

We at BuyWisconsinLand.com want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a safe and joyous Holiday Season.

Cross County Skiing Information

2009-12-05T00:35:00.000-06:00

For maps of the Black River State Forest Trails and the Levis/Trow Mound Trails head over to blackrivercountry.net

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Christkindl

2009-11-24T13:40:00.000-06:00

From the blackrivercounty.net Calendar of Events

Christkindl Festival & Parade: Old World European Christmas
When Sat, December 5, 9am – 9pm
Where Black River Falls, WI (map)
Description Breakfast, area artisans, crafters & vendors, live reindeer exhibit, entertainment, music, lighted parade at 5:30pm and more. Call Valerie at 715-284-0883 or Darren at 715-284-5700 or visit www.downtownblackriverfalls.com/christkindl

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone from all of us at BuyWisconsinLand.com

Cranberry Harvest in Brockway

2009-11-04T12:17:00.000-06:00

In a report from Sarah Stokes of WEAU Channel 13, go behind the scenes of harvesting of Wisconsin's State fruit at Brockway Cranberry Marsh.
Full story and video The Cranberry Harvest

Enjoy hunting, ATVing, snowmobiling, hiking and more on your own Brockway acreage #1212 96+ acres Highway 54, Town of Brockway, Jackson County

Bonus Antlerless Permits Limited

2009-10-27T13:54:00.000-05:00

Weekly News Article by the Central Office Wisconsin DNR

“Hunters can expect a season similar to 2008,” says Warnke. “Preliminary indications are that fawn production is about the same as it was last year and remains below the long term average. Indices to fawn production were up in some areas and down in others, but on the whole very similar to last year. Winter severity was moderate and herd growth will vary with varying fawn production. Deer numbers will vary by region and even unit. Units in the far northeast are below population goals and DNR has taken steps to bring deer numbers up in those units. In others, populations remain above goal and herd control seasons are in place for 2009.”

Accordingly, one change hunters in the northern and central forests will notice is many deer management units will be “regular” units in 2009 after many successive seasons of herd control or earn-a-buck. Hunters in DMUs designated as regular units by deer managers, will find limits on the number of antlerless deer hunters will be able to harvest.

And, earn-a-buck, a population management tool that requires hunters to first shoot an antlerless deer before shooting a buck, has been suspended while effective alternatives are considered everywhere except in Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Management Zone.

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Hunting in Jackson County

2009-10-12T09:04:00.000-05:00

Information from the Jackson County website on hunting on the Jackson County Forest

Jackson County and the Black River State Forest offer over 200,000 acres of public land for the sports person. Many species of game exist on the forest including whitetail deer, turkeys, grouse, black bear and several species of waterfowl.
The forest is dominated by early successional species such as aspen, oak and jack pine creating ideal habitat for local game populations.

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Outdoor Report as of October 1, 2009

2009-10-04T11:53:00.000-05:00

From the Department of Natural Resouces
Black River State Forest – The all-terrain vehicle trail system was groomed one week ago and is in good condition. This will be the last grooming cycle for this season. All ATV trails will close on Oct. 15. The section of ATV trail from Campground Road to the Clay School parking lot is temporarily closed again due to excessive water on the trails and riders going off trail to avoid these sections. During this time of closure a temporary route has been authorized with the Town of Komensky, Please ride with the utmost respect on this new route. ATVs must stay on the roadway at all times and be mindful of speed. Work is complete on upgrading the wetland crossings on a 1.1-mile section of trail from Wildcat Road heading west. There is some top dressing to be done on the crossings; this work will be done the week after the trails close for the season. As soon as we receive the necessary wetland permits we will begin work on the section that is now temporarily closed. Four fatal ATV accidents have occurred on the Jackson and Clark county trail systems this summer. These are unfortunate reminders of the need to practice safe riding at all times. All campgrounds are open for the rest of the season on a first come first served basis. Getting a site this time of year is very easy even on weekends

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Black River Falls is the Place to Be

2009-09-25T09:50:00.000-05:00

Driving north to see the fall leaves - great! They are nearly at their peak, and the forest is looking beautiful.
Looking for more to do? Check out Black River Falls! Here you will find ATV trails, a great Golf Course, shopping and dining, and of course - scuba diving. Lake Wazee, an old iron mine, is one of the greatest spots in Wisconsin for scuba diving!
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ATVing unsafe? Jackson County WI thinks so...

2009-09-19T15:42:00.000-05:00

The second of two recent deaths on the property occurred over Memorial Day weekend prompting renewed scrutiny. State and local officials have maintained throughout that the Bunkhouse represents a danger adjacent to the public trail system.
Bunkhouse in foreclosure prior to trail closing decision

Jackson County Wisconsin Outdoor Report as of September 17, 2009

2009-09-18T07:24:00.000-05:00

Black River State Forest – The section of All-terrain Vehicle (ATV) trail from Campground Road to the Clay School Parking lot is temporarily closed again due to excessive water on the trails and riders going off trail to avoid these sections. During this time of closure a temporary route has been authorized with the Town of Komensky. Work is complete on upgrading the wetland crossings on a 1.1-mile section of trail from Wildcat Road heading west. There is some top dressing to be done on the crossings but this work will be done the week after the trails close for the season. The entire trail system has been groomed within the last three weeks and trails are in fair condition. The region has not received rain in over two weeks so trails are very dry and dusty. Please ride with your lights on at all times. Campgrounds remain open for the season.

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Wetlands in Wisconsin

2009-09-17T09:39:00.000-05:00

Wetlands, like other natural resources, are vital to Wisconsin’s environmental landscape and our outstanding quality of life. An incredibly complex and important ecosystem, wetlands are home to a wide variety of species from microorganisms to plants, fish, amphibians, birds and many other forms of wildlife. In addition to providing a habitat for animals and vegetation, wetlands help prevent erosion and act as filters by removing pollutants from the water and by aiding in nutrient absorption.
Please go the following link from the WRA for information regarding this very important resource: http://www.wra.org/Government/Land_Use/wetland_mitigation/default.htm

Floodplain Thoughts

2009-09-16T14:46:00.000-05:00

If you're thinking of buying a property that is or may be located in a floodplain - this article will tell you what exactly a floodplain is and help you know what to look for.

Floodplains

Floodplains are normally dry or semi-dry land areas to which water naturally flows as water levels rise. Floodplains are typically found near rivers, lakes and the coast; however, many of Wisconsin's flood-prone lands are simply low-lying areas or depressions where water naturally collects when it rains.

Click here for tips when buying possible floodplain property The following information may be helpful for those who are looking to purchase property that may be located in a floodplain area

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Property Rights in Wisconsin

2009-09-16T13:46:00.000-05:00

This information comes directly off of the Wisconsin Realtors Association Website

Private Property Rights

"Property" is more than just the physical thing—the land, the bricks, the mortar—it is also the sum of all the rights and powers incident to ownership of the physical thing. It is the tangible and the intangible. Property is composed of constituent elements and of these elements the right to use the physical thing to the exclusion of others is the most essential and beneficial. Without this right all other elements would be of little value.' " -- Dickman v. Commissioner, 465 U.S. 330, 336 (1984).

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Current Market Vacant Land Jackson County WI

2009-09-16T12:33:00.000-05:00

According to MLS as of today:
Currently there are 40 parcels of vacant land for sale in Jackson County, WI
Year to date 20 parcels of vacant land have closed in Jackson County
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Jackson County Properties

2009-09-16T09:27:00.001-05:00

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