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February 5, 2023

 

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MFR Trail Report 2-5-2023

February 5, 2023

Curt Christensen, President

I do believe that when the temperature hovers right around the freezing mark, the conditions of the trails are spectacular, especially with the amount of snow we have, allowing the grooming machines to do their thing. …

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The Minocqua Forest Riders maintain 161 miles of snowmobile trails in the area. Our members are from many areas all over Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa & Michigan as well as throughout Oneida and Vilas Counties.

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The Minocqua Forest Riders maintain 161 miles of snowmobile trails in the area. Our members are from many areas all over Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa & Michigan as well as throughout Oneida and Vilas Counties.  These legendary Northwood Trails are groomed almost daily with a priority for weekend traffic.  Our trail system connects Minocqua to Price County (Pike Lake Area) on the West, North to Lac Du Flambeau (Lake of The Torches Casino and Resort), East to Minocqua, Woodruff, and Lake Tomahawk, and South to the Willow Flowage Area!!!

Always remember to stay on the trail - many miles are private property, and land owners allow us to be there!  It is a privilege that can be taken away if we are disrespectful!!

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Forestry Tap & Axe

Person Interviewed: John Sylla

About the Business: Forestry Tap & Axe provides a high-end taproom with craft cocktails and 3 axe throwing lanes. We have 5 big screen TVs to watch your favorite sports team and a variety of games such as pool, shuffleboard, darts, as well as a kids game room. Forestry opened in May of 2022 and creates a connection to our rich history in Forestry which developed the Northwoods of Wisconsin.

Do you have products/services geared for snowmobilers? Beer and Cocktails!

Do you take reservations? Reservations via our website are recommended for Axe Throwing.

Are you closed any certain days? Yes, Monday andTuesday

Do you snowmobile? I’ve snowmobiled a handful of times and will be purchasing my first sled this year to ride and help groom a trail from Old Hwy 70 to the back of Forestry.

What do you love about snowmobilers? I appreciate their passion for snowmobiling and the economic support they provide to the Northwoods.

What’s the one thing you wish snowmobilers would stop doing? Nothing comes to mind....yet!

What’s your ride? To be determined!

The Dam Bar

Person Interviewed: Sheri Cebery

About the Business: The bar was closed for 10 years before I opened. We were lucky enough to put in a brand new kitchen. I have been open a year and everything has been going amazing. We offer a few different specials. Thursdays is wing night, Friday fish fry, and Sunday is broasted chicken.

Do you have products/services geared for snowmobilers? I’m working on creating a quick and easy menu for the sledders during the winter months. There will always be soups and chili available on the menu.

What menu item do you recommend or what are you known for? Everything!

Do you Take Reservations? No

Do you have any products/services geared for snowmobilers? We offer merchandise and will have oil available as well.

What do you love about snowmobilers? Seeing the familiar faces each year.

Pickles Bar & Grill

Person Interviewed: Justin

About the Business: Purchased in 2021; Justin and his business partners have worked hard to turn Pickles into a “must stop” on the trail. Pickles is a big supporter of the trail system and outdoor sports. With many menu items to choose from, you are sure to find something delicious! Wings are on special on Sundays and there are several other specials posted on Pickles’ Facebook page.

Do you have products/services geared for snowmobilers? Not yet. Right now we have Pickles’ merchandise but we may expand on that soon.

Do you take reservations? No

Are you closed any certain days? Yes, Monday and Tuesday

Do you snowmobile? I was born in Rhinelander, so yes I snowmobile, but I sold my sled. ☹

Minocqua Sports Rentals

Person Interviewed: Mike and Tim Carroll

About the Business: Since 1984, brothers Mike and Tim Carroll have made Minocqua Sports Rental the “go to” place for all your snowmobile rental needs. They rent Ski-Doo and Polaris sleds, have helmets (even heated!) and gear available to rent as well. In addition, they offer repair service; often with a 24 to 48 hour turn-around time. If you’re the type that likes to do your own repairs, they also sell many parts! Minocqua Sports Rental is open 7 days a week, 9am-5pm.

Do you have products/services geared for snowmobilers? The whole store is geared for snowmobilers in the winter!

What do you love about snowmobilers? They are down to earth.

What do you wish snowmobilers would quit doing? I wish they would stop going off trail on to private property!

Do you snowmobile? Yes

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