2008 Calendar of Events |
| MARCH |
| March 1 - 31 |
Countryside Artist - ARTIST DISPLAY
Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Countryside Artists, a group of 20 artists, will have their art work on display the entire month of March 2008 in the historic Park Falls Library. In conjunction with the display, several artists will teach classes or have demonstrations on Saturday, March 8, 15, & 29. Website: www.artistsinteractive.org or call: 715-339-3645 |
| March 22 |
"Easter Basket Egg-Stravaganza
Children 10 & under search participating businesses to match their pre-registered number to an Easter Basket packed full of goodies. |
| APRIL |
| April 12 |
Bowl For Kids Sake - Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Northwoods
Location: Flambeau Lanes - Hwy 13 - Park Falls
1 p.m. & 3 p.m. shifts. Reserve your bowling shift by calling BBBS at 715-744-3927 or 866-839-2843. Gather your friends to form a team of 4 to 6 bowlers. Each bowler must collect a minimum of $35 in pledges. Bowlers receive two free games of bowling with shoe rental, a free T-shirt, and a chance to win great prizes. Bowlers must check-in for lane assignments at least 1/2 hour before the start of each shift. The person who brings in the most pledge money will win a certificate for a 1-night stay at The Lodge at Cedar Creek with 4 waterpark passes. Many great raffle prizes!
For more information or for pledge sheets call 715-744-3927 or 866-839-2843 |
| April 15 |
TUSCOBIA STATE TRAIL OPENS TO ATV USE
Park Falls to Birchwood
62-mile rail trail. Request a free map. For more information on ATVing in Price County, click here. |
| April 25 - 27 |
Spring Expo 2008 - 9th Annual
This is Price County's largest Home, Sport, & Recreation Show. This event is held at the Park Falls Recreation Arena. FREE admission to the public. There will be daily entertainment & activities for all ages. Sign up for a chance to win door prizes.Click here for Spring Expo application |
| MAY |
| May 1 |
FLAMBEAU TRAIL SYSTEM Opens to ATV Use
East of Park Falls/Fifield
The 70-mile Flambeau Trail System is located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest east of Park Falls and Fifield. Request a free map . For the ATV Trail Report or more information on ATVing in Price County Click Here!
E-mail: pvuchetich@fs.fed.us Phone: 715-762-2461 or 800-269-4505 |
| May 3 |
FISHING SEASON OPENS - STATEWIDE |
JUNE |
| June 6, 7, & 8 |
THE GREAT NORTHERN ATV RALLY
Click the above link to find out more about the activities planned this weekend. |
| June 7 |
NATIONAL TRAILS DAY
Statewide
Events are planned throughout the country to emphasize the importance of trails and the need to maintain them. This year's theme is "Healthy Trails, Healthy People." Planning guides, opportunities to list your property events, and other information are all available through the American Hiking Society WI inland lakes and rivers. E-mail: wiparks@dnr.state.wi.us
Website: www.dnr.state.wi.us/org Phone: 608-266-2181 or 715-762-3204 |
| June 7 & 8 |
FREE FISHING WEEKEND
Statewide
WI inland lakes and rivers. All ages can fish without a fishing license or trout stamps during this 48-hour period. 715-762-3204 |
| June 7 & 8 |
Heartland Communications Group & Price County ATV Association
1st Annual GREAT NORTHERN ATV RALLY
June 7 & 8, 2008
Wojcieszak's Flambeau Resort, Park Falls
Moose Jaw Resort, Park Falls
Saturday, June 7 - Opening ceremony, 9 am. at Tuscobia Trailhead County Park, Park Falls; Mud Run, noon at Wojcieszak’s Flambeau Resort, home of the famous Labor Day Weekend Mud Run. Registration from 9-11:30 a.m. Racing to begin at noon. $15 entry - 2 runs for trophies; $20 entry - 2 runs for cash.
Sunday, June 8 – Off-Road Challenge, noon at Moose Jaw Resort, 762-3028. Registration from 9-11:30 a.m. Racing to begin at noon. $15 entry - 2 runs for trophies; $20 entry - 2 runs for cash. An ATV raffle is also being held.
E-mail: sportsmn@pctcnet.net Phone: 715-762-2178 or 715-762-4757 |
| June 8 |
WISCONSIN STATE PARKS OPEN HOUSE DAY
Statewide
All Wisconsin state parks and trails are open to the public free of charge. Explore new places and enjoy one of the many events. E-mail: wiparks@dnr.state.wi.us; Website: www.dnr.state.wi.us/org
Phone: 608-266-2181 or 715-762-3204 |
| June 19 - 21 |
3rd ANNUAL LONGEST GARAGE SALE In Wisconsin
Hwy. 13, Ogema to Park Falls
Sales and activities are being held all three days along Hwy. 13 and in area communities. Sponsored by the Ogema Lions Club. Area Lions Clubs are sponsoring food booths along Hwy. 13. This event encompasses all of Highway 13 from Wisconsin Dells in the south to Port Wing in the north. 715-767-5445 |
| June 28 |
"BRATS, BOOMS & BLUES TOO"
Norther Pines Resort - on Butternut Lake
Proceeds benefiting special olympics, 5:00pm Music by Reverend Raven & The Chain Smoking Alter Boys, 9pm - Fireworks over Butternut Lake.
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| June 28 & 29 |
SHRINERS ATV MUD RUN & PLEDGE RIDE
Wojcieszak's Flambeau Resort & Sportsman's Lounge
Saturday, June 28 - Mud Run: Registration from 9:00am to 11:30am on Saturday. Racing to begin at noon $15 entry - 2 runs for trophies; $20 entry - 2 runs for cash. Event is being held at Wojcieszak's Flambeau Resort, home of the famous WATVA Labor Day Mud Run.
Sunday, June 29 - Pledge Ride, Raffle & Dance. Collect pledges from friends and relatives and ride for the kids at the Shriners Hospitals. Register at Hegstrom's Jewelers or Sportsman's Lounge. Trophies will be presented for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place based on pledges, will be given out at 7pm. A dance is being held at Sportsman's Lounge from 4-8pm. E-mail: sportsmn@pctc.net 715-762-2178 / 4757. |
JULY |
| July 27 - July 29 |
49th Annual BUTTERNUT PIONEER DAYS
Butternut Community Park
Friday - softball tournament followed by a dance in the park; Saturday - softball, arts & crafts, fun walk, 5k run at the Butternut School (registration from 7:30-8:45 am) race begins at 9 am, dance in the park Sat night;
Sunday - gigantic parade starts at 12 p.m.at the high school (parade lineup at 11 a.m.), softball tournament resumes, polka dance, fireworks at dusk, 3-day carnival, food & refreshments. Website: www.butternutwi.com
Phone: 715-762-2621 |
| July 31 - Aug 3 |
Flambeau Rama - See details in August below. |
AUGUST |
| August 1 - 3 |
Flambeau Rama
All Four Days: FREE LIVE MUSIC, Food Court, Carnival, & Activities. Activities include: Rod Casting Contest, Chalk Drawing Contest, Family Fun Day Games, Kiddie Parade, Arts & Crafts Fair, Road Walk/Run, Car Show, Fireworks, Parade, & more.
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| Aug. 29 - Sept. 1 |
Labor Day Weekend ATV Rally (WATA / Fifield Diret Devils ATV Club)
Poker Run: Begin's Friday, Aug. 29 and ends 6pm on Sunday, Aug. 31
at Moose Jaw. Cost is $10/ no limit cash prizes 1st, 2nd, 3rd.
Sheets available at all stops.
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| Aug. 30 |
Mud Run: held at Sportsman's Lounge Saturday, Aug. 30th
Registration
-9:00am - 11:30am, Racing to begin at noon.
$15/entry/2 runs for trophies
$20/entry/2 runs/cash back |
| Aug. 31 |
Off Road Challenge at Moose Jaw Sunday, Aug. 31
Registration 9:00am - 11:30am, Racing to begin at noon.
$15/entry/2 runs for trophies
$20/entry/2 runs/cash back
Enjoy riding our wonderful trail system all weekend long! |
OCTOBER |
| October 24 |
Moonlight Madness
Area Chamber businesses have special sales in the evening (6pm - 10pm), and you can also sign up to win the "Great Pumpkin Giveaway" prize package drawing at participating businesses.
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NOVEMBER |
| November 22-30 |
WHITETAIL GUN DEER SEASON
Statewide
Phone: 715-762-3204 Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/OutdoorActivities.html |
November 24-
January 5 |
BOW HUNTING LATE SEASON/WHITE-TAILED DEER
Statewide
Phone: 715-762-3204 |
| November 29 |
Free Christmas Movie
Free movie at Park Theatre. Show times are 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.Treats will be given out to the children after both movies. |
| November 28 - 29 |
Santa’s Village
Children can visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at Santa's Village located inside the Park Mall in downtown Park Falls from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Professional photographer will be available for pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus. |
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