August 11th and 12th

Two big events coming up next weekend - you don't want to miss the fun.

In Melrose it's the 38th Annual Melrose American Legion Post 439 Corn Broil Saturday Noon to Midnight and Sunday 11AM to 5PM on Highway 108. Have some delicious sweet corn while enjoying the music, strolling through the flea market, taking a horse wagon rides, and more. There will be a Penny Hunt at 2PM both days.

In York check out the York-Northfield Rodeo at the Owen Kinning Ball Park. Saturday's events include a Gymkhana (riders from tiny tots to the "Jack Benny" class), a Lip Sync contest, crowning the Rodeo Princess and music. There will be a Parade Sunday at 11:30AM, as well as a horseshoe contest and the rodeo.

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Carpfest

If you like to catch carp, head to Hatfield this weekend for Carpfest!

The event starts at 8AM and final registration is at 4PM at the Lake Arbutus Sports Bar boat landing. There will be a prize for the most carp caught, a $300 tagged carp prize, plus more cash & door prizes. A great day of family fun on Lake Arbutus.

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Fresh Blueberries

Five varieties of blueberry are ready for harvest at Cain's Orchard in Hixton. Bring a bucket and come pick your own - only $1.35 a pound - starting July 7th at 7AM.  The season will last a six to eight weeks.

Visit Cains Orchard website for more information and a great blueberry muffin and cobbler recipe! cainsorchard.com

Have a safe and fun-filled Independence Day from BuyWisconsinLand.com

Black River Dam is Complete

After 5 years and $9.5 million the new Black River Falls Hydro Electric Dam is ready to serve the community for the next 150 years, suppling 12% of the city's energy and saving consumers nearly $600,000.

See news report with video from News 19 WXOW Black River Falls dam reopens

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Robertson Creek Breakfast and Paddle

Calling all canoers and kayakers!  This Saturday, June 9th, is the Robinson Creek Preservation Associaiton Annual Breakfast & Paddle. Be at the Millston Snowmobiler's Club in Millston at 8:30AM and bring a dish to pass if you can. 

Breakfast is from 8:30AM to  9:30AM, followed by a short membership meeting and then the Paddle will begin around 10AM at the Old County I bridge.  There will be several take out points.  Cost for the event is $5 - annual membership dues.  New members are welcome.

More information can be found here Robinson Creek Preservation Association to Hold Upcoming Annual Event

Don't forget Father's Day coming June 17th.  Maybe Dad would like some hunting land or recreational property?  Check out BuyWisconsinLand.com

Ho-Chunk Nation Pow-Wow

May 26th-28th, The Ho-Chunk Nation will again hold it's Memorial Day Pow-Wow at the Andrew Blackhawk Memorial Pow-Wow Grounds on Highway 54 in Black River Falls. Enjoy a weekend of drums beating, traditional dancing, and crafts from vendors across the country.

There will be a Grand Entry on Saturday and Sunday at 1PM and 7PM, and Monday at 1PM.  Monday will be the Flag Raising: half mast at 10AM, full mast at Noon. The Pow-Wow is open to the public; there is free parking and camping is available.  See the Event Flyer here 2012 Memorial Day Pow-Wow

Please note the Louella Blackdeer Fun Run has been rescheduled to Labor Day Weekend - find details here 2012 Run

We shall never forget - have a safe and happy Memorial Day from us at BuyWisconsinLand.com

ATV trails open May 15th!

If you "wanna ride" - now's the time to get ready. Jackson County's Motorcycle trails and ATV/UTV trails will open for the season May 15th. 

Remember all ATV's and off-road motorcycles are required to have a functioning Forest Service approved spark arrestor and have a 96dB sound limit. All street legal motorcycles are required to display a Jackson County use sticker. And ATV riders from out of state need to purchase a non-resident trail pass. 

Find all the trail regulations and maps on the Jackson County website ATV Trails - Jackson County. Find trail conditions here Current ATV Trail Conditions - Jackson County

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And to all the Mom's - Happy Mother's Day!!