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Restoring old boats… it’s a Winter passion
By Tom Colstad
Tomahawk Leader Sports Editor
sports@tomahawkleader.com
It’s not hard to imagine that Gene Winter loves restoring classic cedar strip boats.
When Gene was an infant, his uncle, Franklin Winter, adopted him when Gene’s own father
died. From that point on, Gene was immersed in boat building, as the elder Winter was the
founder/co-owner of Tomahawk Boat Company from the mid-1940s into the 1960s.
“Franklin Winter taught me to love wood cedar strip boats,” said Gene. “He taught me
that being able to build or restore boats would provide for my retirement.
“I’m not a purist,” Gene remarked. “I fix or restore boats so they can be used again and
not just sit on a trailer in a garage.”
Winter has a passion for restoring old boats and particularly loves working on Tomahawk
and Rhinelander classic boats. He currently is working on a 1946 Tomahawk Scout cedar strip
boat that he obtained in the Swamp Lake area. Winter also is working on a Tomahawk
Red Wing, the first one produced at the Tomahawk boat factory.
“I had to remove five coats of lead paint to get
down to wood,” Winter shared. “The boats are
completely stripped down to good
wood. I make my own
scrapers
to fit various jobs and use them to remove punky wood to get to the good wood. This
requires aggressive use of delicate, sharp tools. Franklin showed me that power tools aren’t
needed for this, just hand tools.
“I then bleach the wood and sand it smooth,” he added. “Any holes are filled with a
mixture of epoxy and sawdust. Then the boat is sealed and varnished.”
Early in the restoration process any old loose fiberglass is ripped off the hull and
replaced with Kevlar or Dynel and epoxy. This material is very strong, according to Winter,
and produces a “new car” finish.
Winter works several hours per day on old boats above and beyond the time required
to run his construction business. Since 1997 he has restored 14 boats and currently is
working on a half dozen more. He estimates that it takes almost 500 hours to complete a
boat project, which means that he averages about two boat restorations per year.
Winter has 48 boats on site, several biding their time until a makeover can happen. He
also has about 30 restored outboard motors and another 30 that need attention.
“The novelty of restoring boats doesn’t decrease for me,” said Winter. “Something has
to get done every day on these boats.” Winter’s plan for his restored boats and motors is to display them in a proposed museum to be built west of the SARA Park boat launch. He hopes to fill the future museum with
beautiful Tomahawk, Rhinelander and other cedar strip, cedar plank and plywood classic
recreational boats and antique outboard motors.
“We have available a non-profit grant from Congressman Dave Obey and future
pledges from several private individuals. As the museum plan moves forward, we
hope to get more people on board,” said Winter.
“If the Lord gives me the time and health, I’ll get
through this restoration project. I have a long
way to go,” Winter concluded.
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Spirit-Hill-Ogema 4-H Fair Aug. 7
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Caring Consignment is located at 1336 North Fourth
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Check out caringconsignment.com for the deal for
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Please call the store for information on dropping off
consignment items at 715-224-3131.
The 68th annual Spirit-Hill-Ogema 4-H Fair will be
held at the Spirit Town Hall Saturday, Aug. 7. The hall is
located 10 miles east of Ogema on the north side of Hwy.
86.
4-Hers from the Hillbillies, Happy Hoboes and Wilson
Workers clubs will be taking part in this year’s fair. The
judging schedule is as follows: 8:45 a.m., Dogs; 9 a.m.,
In-hall exhibits; 9:15 a.m., Poultry, Rabbits and Small
Animals; 10 a.m., Swine, Sheep, Goats and Cattle; 11 a.m.,
Horses.
A potluck dinner will be served in the basement of
the Town Hall beginning at 11 a.m. Additional food items
including ice cream, soda, popcorn and candy will be for
sale at family-friendly prices throughout the day.
Beginning at 1 p.m. there will be outdoor games for
all ages including a frog-jumping contest, egg toss and
tug-of-war.
All exhibits may leave the fairgrounds at 4 p.m.
At 8 p.m. an evening program in the Town Hall will
feature entertainment by the participating 4-H clubs and
presentation of trophies to the day’s winners.
Everyone is welcome to come enjoy a day filled with fun,
family, friends and neighbors. Contact fair board president
Darrel Lind at 715-564-3340 for more information.
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Friday’s events run from 4 to 10 p.m. with a fish and
shrimp boil from 4:30 p.m. until gone; music by TNT Karaoke,
raffle sales, paddle wheel, family baskets and refreshments,
with Windmill on Wheels ice cream.
Saturday’s fun runs from 3 to 10 p.m. Included are
grilled pork chops and chicken breast dinners, as well as hot
dogs; music by TNT Karaoke, pie garden, pokerino, kids’
games, raffles and family baskets.
Sunday features a 10 a.m. polka Mass, with a polka band
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AOMCI shows off Aug. 4-7 at SARA Park meet
Container Garden Contest
at Oneida County Fair
By Tom Colstad
Attention all gardeners! Whether you’re an experienced gardener or
just learning, there’s a great opportunity for you to show off your creativity
and gardening skills. Forth Floral of Rhinelander will be sponsoring a
Container Garden Contest during the Oneida County Fair from Aug. 5-8.
Your efforts will be rewarded as the contestant entries will be judged and
the top three places will receive a cash prize. In addition, entries will be
displayed on the fairgrounds in Rhinelander for all to enjoy.
You can make, buy or use any type of container. Plant it with
flowers, grains, shrubs, trees or vegetables. Use your imagination!
You could use an old bathtub and fill it with flowers or a handmade
wheelbarrow planted with vegetables and grains.
Contestants must register at the Oneida County Fair 4-H Exhibit
Area (tennis courts) by 9:45 am Thursday, Aug. 5 in order to be eligible.
Container Gardens will be displayed at the fair by 10 a.m. Judging will
be held approximately 3 p.m. All the entries will be on display at the
fairgrounds through Aug. 8 for everyone to enjoy.
If you have any questions, contact Jake Lindner at the UW
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For the 31st year in a row, Tomahawk will host the Antique
Outboard Motor Club International annual meet at SARA
Park. The park is located at 900 W. Somo Ave. along Lake
Mohawksin (Wisconsin River).
The event generally draws hundreds of exhibitors, vendors and “classic” boat and motor aficionados from across
the country and beyond. In years past, various outboard motor
companies were featured in indoor displays in the indoor arena
showing the progress made in form and performance. Likewise,
various boat companies like Tomahawk Boat Manufacturing
Company have been featured with examples of the watercraft
on display.
Along the nearly one-quarter-mile runway along the north
side of SARA Park vendors show off their wares, both used and
brand new. In the arena several gorgeous boats of varying types
are highlighted together with an assortment of antique outboard
motors.
SARA Park offers a two-dock landing for ease of launching the boats. During the course of the meet there are different
on-water competitions for boats of all sizes and shapes. There
also is a cruise of Lake Mohawksin and an exhibitors’ parade
that offers spectators up-close views of the boats on the water.
Many boats are secured along the shore of SARA Park,
where some are offered for sale. Other boats for sale might be
found in the meet’s “boat yard” where sellers can park boats
and trailers.
SARA Park offers camping on the grounds (no hook-ups)
for a modest daily fee. Showers and restrooms are available for
campers’ use inside the arena. The Kwahamot Water Ski Club
prepares and serves food for every day of the meet. The meet
concludes with a banquet for the attendees.
Highlights of the meet include – Thursday: 3.6 HP
Modified Event, 10-11 a.m.; Modified Zephyr Event, 1-2 p.m.;
5HP Stock Johnson Event, 3-4 p.m.; boat parade around water
ski show, 6 p.m.; Friday: Stock Zephyr Eliminations and
Finals, 10-11 a.m.; Oldest Running Outboard Event, 2-3 p.m.;
and Saturday: Predicted Log Event, 10-11 a.m.; and banquet,
6 p.m.
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Explore through Nicolet College Outdoor Adventure Series
The Nicolet College Outdoor
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of activities to help people learn
new outdoor skills and explore new
places all across Wisconsin’s great
Northwoods and beyond.
“These courses make the
outdoors much more accessible to
people,” said Martha Schouweiler,
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whether that’s on a wildflower hike
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Adventures
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basic instruction to such inviting
excursions as Date Night via Kayak,
Full Moon Paddle, Kayak with Kids
and Paddle to Pizza. Destinations
include the Apostle Islands, Isle
Royale, Sylvania Wilderness, and
numerous scenic lakes, rivers and
flowages throughout the region.
Other outings include a full
slate of nature study hikes that
focus on birding, wildflowers and
butterflies. These are in addition
to collecting wild rice, mountain
biking, yoga, turkey hunting, fly
fishing, learning how to use a
global positioning system (GPS)
and traditional archery.
Classes are oriented for
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before indulging in a beautiful
earthy white-cedar sauna, then
head to the lake for a swim or
paddle. A gourmet lunch will be
served outdoors while observing
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otter. Prerequisite: must be at
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on Friday in Bayfield and ends
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year, the group stumbled across
a man who had been hiking for
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60-year-old heaving equipment
operator planned on living off the
land on a 517-mile backpacking trip
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and beautiful country in Michigan’s
Upper Peninsula. This adventure
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Thrilla on the Grilla tickets go on sale
Third annual rib contest expected to draw big crowd, raise thousands for local charities
Tomahawk Leader Reporter
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Wet wipes will be optional, but those wanting to taste some of the
best ribs around will want to have tickets in hand as the Lions Club hosts
its third annual Thrilla on the Grilla rib cook-off in downtown Tomahawk
Saturday, Aug. 14.
Eight local teams will compete in this year’s contest for the title of
baron of bones and sultans of sauce. A sellout last year, the Lions Club
is reminding those who would like to sample the best barbeque pork ribs
available in the area to get their tickets in advance.
Lions Club member and event organizer Tom Kelley said along with
being a great bargain (attendees get to taste mouth-watering ribs prepared
by all contestants and are served a healthy side fixing of cole slaw and
beans for just $12), the Thrilla also offers the perfect opportunity to support
the community.
“It’s certainly a worthwhile event and a heck of a deal,” Kelley said,
adding those attending also be treated to free chicken wing appetizers
provided by the Lions Club and prepared by the contestants.
BILLY BOB’S RACKS UP RIB AWARDS: No ribbing, Billy
Bob’s Sports Bar and Grill recently grilled the competition at
the sixth annual Polish Palace Pig Out by taking first in all
three categories relating to ribs at a cook-off held in Philips.
The grill crew, pictured from left, Billy Eastwood, Robert
Borem, Bill Eastwood and Gary Baguhn, brought home the
Judge’s Choice, People’s Choice and Overall Trophy for their
finger-licking ribs. The contest could be considered a warmup, as Billy Bob’s prepares to take part in the Tomahawk
Lions Club’s third annual Thrilla on the Grilla rib cook-off in
downtown Tomahawk Aug. 14. Billy Bob’s will look to reclaim
the title of baron of bones and sultan of sauce after winning
the first Thrilla in 2008. Those who don’t want to wait until
the Thrilla to get a taste of Billy Bob’s award-winning ribs
can stop by on Thursdays, as baby back ribs and smoked
chicken are served on the deck from 5 to 9 p.m. weekly.
–Photo by Joe France
He noted proceeds from ticket sales go back to local non-profit
organizations. Over the past two years thousands of dollars have been
raised for local community organizations.
A five-piece band from Wausau will provide live entertainment and
Tomahawk Main Street Inc. will have available sweet corn and snow
cones. The Lions will be serving refreshments, including beer, as part of
the afternoon event. American Legion Post 93 members will serve up the
cole slaw and beans provided by the Lions.
While the entertainment and good cause are attractive side fixings to
the Thrilla, the meat of the event is the barbeque ribs contestants will be
grilling up and have available for tasting, which can take in upwards of 20
hours to prepare prior to the event.
Last year’s champion, the Happy Snapper team “Porker in the
Pines” will be among groups again grilling for the top spot. The Billy Bob’s
Sports Bar and Grill team “Bone Masters” will look to reclaim the title it
won in 2008.
Judges this year include the creator of the Sweet Baby Ray’s
gourmet sauce, Larry Raymond, Tom Lecht and recently crowned Pow
Wow Queen Meka Pennington.
Packaging Corporation of America’s “We’re the Best, Forget the
Rest” team will defend its People’s Choice Award from last year. Also
returning for a shot at the crown are teams from Harley-Davidson, Big
Moose Supper Club and Nelson’s County Market.
Two new teams are joining the competition including the Arnold Ziffel
and the Smoke House Boys team from Fuzzy’s Auto and Smoker’s Meats
and a crew from the Lions themselves, dubbed “Bonus Maximus.”
Along with the Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice, awards will be
presented for the best wings and best overall presentation.
Chicken wing appetizers will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with
ribs to follow from 1 to 4 p.m.
As part of the day’s entertainment, the Lions Club will have Lions
Lotto lottery tickets available, and the postponed Fourth of July fireworks
show will take place at SARA Park at dusk.
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(715) 767-5287 • www.highpointvillage.com
Hill of Beans Coffee Shop
Enjoy your morning cup of coffee and more at the resort’s
coffee shop. We are constantly updating our menu to serve our
guests, so stop in today and let us know how we can serve you!
W3075 Cty. Rd. RR
Ogema, WI 54459
715-767-5287
Tue-Thurs, 8-3
Fri, 8-7
Sat & Sun, 8-4
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Tomahawk’s Music on the River
Free concerts Wednesdays through Aug. 4 from 6-8 p.m.
at Veteran’s Memorial Park - on shores of Wisconsin River
off North Fourth Street at the bridge
Rain location: SARA Park
Tickets to the Thrilla can be purchased in advance at any participating
business or at Tomahawk Community Bank, Nelson’s County Market and
the Tomahawk Regional Chamber of Commerce.
The Lions are also looking for men and women to join the local club.
For more on membership, contact Mark Eisenman at 715-453-3698. For
more on the Thrilla, contact Kelley at 453-6943.
something,
or looking for
affordable prices
...Stop by for
quality, resale
& new clothing,
jewelry, crafts &
more.
453-8290
Downtown Tomahawk
Village Square
Restaurant
& Conference Center
.50
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Pay for 9, Play 18
Monday - Thursday
All U Can Play $55.00
Monday - Thursday $
Every Day at 5 p.m.
TWILIGHT
Play until dusk. Cart not included
NCS10 #4 VIL100
Serving Breakfast,
Lunch & Dinner
We Offer Catering Services
SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT
18 Hole Public Golf
Cart not included
Golf, Cart, Lunch, Tap Drinks
Open Daily
4:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
and until 9:00 p.m. on Fridays
Bus. 51 North
Tomahawk, WI 54487
(715) 453-7000
With Us!
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Fridays & Sundays at 4 p.m. - Includes Rangeballs & Golf till Dusk.
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Free family ‘Movies in the Park’
•Saturday, July 31 – “Night at the Museum” (2006)
starring: Ben Stiller, Robin Williams, Dick Van Dyke and
Mickey Rooney. A newly recruited night security guard at the
Museum of Natural History discovers that an ancient curse
causes the animals and exhibits on display to come to life
and wreak havoc.
•Saturday, Aug. 21 – “Earth” (2007), Disney nature
documentary narrated by James Earl Jones. The remarkable
story of three animal families and their amazing journeys
across the planet we call home. Incredible photography!
Movies begin at dusk and are shown on a 12-foot-by20-foot outdoor screen.
“A beautiful summer evening and a free outdoor movie.
Sitting under the stars watching a family-friendly film that
everyone can afford to attend. It’s free! Just bring a lawn
chair or blanket and sit back and enjoy the show!” suggest
those behind the projector, Wendy and Craig Wagner and
Lesley Likwarz.
To help with transportation, a free shuttle has even
been arranged for pick-ups and drop-offs in downtown
Tomahawk. Pick-ups and drop-off are at the Tomahawk
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his is a trip you won’t want to miss…
whether it’s an afternoon sightseeing cruise
or a sunset dinner cruise with cocktails and
entertainment. You’ll love the experience of exploring
the scenic, secluded waters just downstream from
where the Pelican River enters the Wisconsin. The
river widens, meandering around islands and curling
around bends, taking you downriver from Rhinelander
to the Hat Rapids Dam.
This back-to-basic sewing machine is the perfect choice for the occasional
and beginning sewer. Easy-to-use features and versatility of functions
great for all types of sewing, including crafting, home decorating, quilting
and mending.
• Includes 4 presser feet • Instruction manual with step-bystep photos • Convertible free arm • Built-in accessory storage
• Snap-on presser feet • Extra bobbins and needles
• Adjustable stitch length and width
municipal parking lot at 7 p.m. and Tomahawk Ace
Hardware parking lot at 7:15 p.m. All children under age 18
must be accompanied by an adult.
Concessions are available at the show; no carry-ins or
coolers. All proceeds from concessions help pay for the
movies.
Direct any questions to 715-367-0031.
Open for business; classes planned
From Tomahawk Sew & Vac
Tomahawk Sew & Vac is now open for business. We
are a full service store offering sales and service on popular
sewing machines and vacuum cleaners.
We service all makes of sewing machines and vacuum
cleaners in-house. And, we have available parts and supplies
for all brands of sewing machines and vacuum cleaners.
We will be offering sewing classes for beginner adults
and “kids” sewers as well as advanced classes on garment
sewing and craft classes like home deco, quilting and many
others.
Come in to check us out at 688 N. 4th St. in the
NorthBay Plaza.
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TOMAHAWK SEW N VAC
688 N. 4th St.
715-369-7500
(Northbay Plaza, next to Northbay Pharmacy)
Tomahawk, WI • 715-224-3401
Financing Available / Trade In Allowance
www.WisconsinRiverCruises.com
NCS10 #4 TSV100
Play the Beautiful
Timber Ridge Golf Club
Sat. & Sunday Special
Valid From 2pm-4pm
$45.99
Valid From 6:30AM-8AM
$45.95
Valid From 8AM-10AM
$49.95
reg. $65
Must present coupon.
Expires 08-31-10
Must present coupon.
Expires 08-31-10
COUPON
FREE CART
Special
Mondays all day
Sundays 7am-10am
with paid green fee
Must present coupon.
Expires 08-31-10
Coupons not valid on holidays, outings, or league play.
715-356-9502• www.TimberRidgeGolfClub.com
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Enjoy free movies under the stars.
The Majestic Oaks Foundation is into its second
summer of providing community and family entertainment
outside on the big screen – this year at a new location.
The 2010 Movies in the Park are taking place at Nokomis
Community Park on County Road L, north of Hwy. 8.
Remaining shows include:
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How to Drain Your Water Heater New Armor Shield office opens
Visit our website:
www.tomahawkleader.com
From Armor Shield
Home Improvements
Armor Shield Home
Improvements, featuring
the Armor Shield Roof
System, has opened its
newest office at 8736
Hwy. 51 in Minocqua just
north of Hwy. 70 west.
The Armor Shield
Roof System is the most
energy efficient roof on
the market today. It is
designed and engineered
to go over one existing
layer of shingles, so we
eliminate the mess and
expense of having to tear
off your current shingles.
We apply 1-inch-by-4-inch
battens everywhere you
have a rafter or roof truss.
We then apply Sharkskin
radiant
underlayment
to the battens, next we
apply a 2-inch-by-2-inch
counter batten, then the
metal itself.
The metal “shingle”
itself is made of 26-gauge
Galvalume steel which has
zinc so you get no moss,
mold or algae growth along
with aluminum so you get
no rusting, all with the
strength of steel. With this
system we have air flowing
over your entire roof deck;
therefore eliminating ice
damning on your roof
and also reducing your
attic temperature by as
much as 50 degrees in
the summer. The result,
the lowering of the energy
costs for air conditioning
your home. This airspace
also totally eliminates ice
damning; the shingles
are not robbing your
house of heat in the cold
winter months. The U.S.
Department of Energy has
done testing to show a
45% energy savings with
the application of a batten
style roof.
The Armor Shield
Metal Roof System comes
with a lifetime warranty for
both materials and labor
as long as you own your
home. If you sell your home
the warranty converts to a
50-year warranty that stays
with the building itself; it
doesn’t matter how many
owners live in the home,
they are all covered 100%
non-prorated for materials
and labor 50 years from
the install date. The
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Call Armor Shield Home
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TER200 NCS10#4
When was the last time you drained your water heater? If it was more than a year ago,
it is time to do it! Returning to a vacation home after a long absence? Your water heater,
and your water quality will benefit from draining the water heater as part of opening up
your cabin for the summer.
It’s easy to drain your own water heater once you know how, and with a few easily
found supplies. You will need:
• A hose to attach to the water heater drain
• Possibly a lighter to re-ignite the pilot of your gas water heater
The Steps:
1) Turn off the energy supply to the water heater. Electric and oil water heaters
have breaker boxes near the heater or are on a breaker or located in a fuse box. Gas
water heaters have controls at the bottom of the tank.
2) Turn the control to pilot before draining. IMPORTANT: Do not turn energy on while
the tank is empty.
3) Turn off the water supply to the water heater. Usually a valve is located above
the heater; if not, the main water valve will have to be turned off.
4) Attach a hose to the water heater’s drain and open the drain valve. Also open
hot water taps upstairs to allow air to enter and water to leave. If the water won’t drain
out, open the pressure relief valve at the top or on the side of the water heater. It will
take about an hour for the water heater to drain.
5) Close the drain and turn on the water after the water heater is empty. When
the heater is full, water will run at all the hot water taps. Allow this to run for 10-20
minutes, then shut off all the hot water taps.
6) Turn the energy supply back on, but ONLY after the water heater is full of
water. It will take about an hour for the water to heat up. Gas heaters sometimes need
to have the pilot re-ignited.
7) Repeat annually. Water heaters are steel tanks and steel will rust while in contact
with the water over a long
period of time. Draining
your water heater will
assure you of the same
quality of water in your
hot as in your cold water.
1910-2010 RV 100th Anniversary
For more information
about the quality of the
water in your home or cabin,
visit www.MaherWater.com or
call 715-358-3600 to talk to
a certified water specialist at
Maher Water Corporation.
Bypass 51, exit 234, onto Hwy. 8, go west 1 mile, turn left onto Wolf Rd.
15% OFF
Good until 30 days after publication date.
MAH200 NCS10 #4
ARM100 NCS#4
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Look for updates at www.tomahawkleader.com.
Also check www.traveltomahawk.com for Town Square
Business Directory of places to stay, shop, dine.
ONGOING
•Kwahamot Water Ski Club – Free water ski shows, Tuesdays, Thursdays,
Saturdays, 8 p.m./7:30 p.m. late in season, Kwahamot Park by N. 4th St. bridge,
through Labor Day. (Note: no shows July 27 and 29 because of bridge dredging.)
•Harley-Davidson Factory Tours – Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kaphaem
Road, Tomahawk. Call: 877-883-1450, harley-davidson.com/experience.
•Flea Market/Farmers Market – supports Girl Scouts, Thursdays, 8 a.m.3 p.m., Washington Park, near Chamber building, through Labor Day. Information/
Pete’s Pump
Septic Service, LLC
Tomahawk’s #1 Hauler Taking Care Of Your #2 Needs
JULY 2010
•Music on the River – Wednesday, July 28, 6-8 p.m., Veterans Memorial Park,
this week featuring Merrill City Band. Rain location SARA Park.
•Movies in the Park – Saturday, July 31, Free family movies on large screen,
dusk, Nokomis Community Park, County Road L. “Night at the Museum.” Bring lawn
chair, blanket. Shuttle available 7 p.m. municipal parking lot by City Hall; 7:15 p.m.,
Ace Hardware. Information: 715-367-0031.
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W8367 County Road O • Tomahawk
Always Here 24/7 - 365 Days A Year.
We are expanding to offer you even Greater Service!
Family Owned & Operated For Over 40 Years
PET400 NCS10 #4
Lower Level NOW OPEN
Family Traditions
New & Used Furniture, Gift Items,
Antiques & Collectibles
214 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tomahawk, WI • 715-453-8462
•Summer Festival – Friday-Sunday, July 30-Aug. 1, St. Mary’s Catholic
Church’s Summer Festival on parish grounds. Information: 453-2878.
AUGUST 2010
•Summer Festival – Friday-Sunday, July 30-Aug. 1, St. Mary’s Catholic
Church’s Summer Festival on parish grounds. Information: 453-2878.
•BBQ Chicken Dinner/Carnival – Sunday, Aug. 1, St. John Baptist Catholic
Church, Hwy. 17/J, Bloomville. Mass, 10:15 a.m.; dinner/carnival 11:15 a.m. Music.
•Music on the River – Wednesday, Aug. 4, 6-8 p.m., Veterans Memorial Park,
this week featuring GB’s Dance Band. Rain location SARA Park.
•Antique Outboard Boat and Motor Show – Wednesday-Saturday,
Aug. 4-7: Annual event draws national/international participants/vendors,
8 a.m.-8 p.m., SARA Park. Information: 715-356-5649.
•Oneida County Fair – Thursday-Sunday, Aug. 5-8, Pioneer Park Historical
Complex, Rhinelander. Amusement rides, music, exhibits, logging show, farmers
market, dachshund races, Ag Olympics, family land. Information: 715-499-3002.
•Totally Tomahawk Street Sale – Saturday, Aug. 7: Sidewalk sales in
downtown Tomahawk and along North Fourth Street. Information: 453-5334.
•Doll Show and Sale – Saturday, Aug. 7, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Kalmar Community
Center, Hwy. 45N, Eagle River. Doll doctor on site. Presented by Enchanted Doll
Club of the Northwoods. Admission: $3.50 adults; free under age 12. Information:
715-379-7132.
•Spirit-Hill-Ogema 4-H Fair – Saturday, Aug. 7, Spirit Town Hall, Hwy. 86,
about ½ mile east of Hwy. 102. Judging begins 8:45 a.m.; lunch, 11 a.m.; outdoor
games/contests, 1 p.m.; evening program, 8 p.m.
•Price County Fair – Wednesday-Saturday, Aug. 11-14, Price County Fair,
Fairgrounds, Phillips. Information: 715-339-2397; www.pricecountyfair.com.
•Craft Fair – Friday-Saturday, Aug. 13-14, The Craft Shack craft fair N10854
Red Pine Rd., off Tannery Rd. Vendors welcome. Information: 715-499-0051.
•Thrilla on the Grilla – Saturday, Aug. 14, downtown Tomahawk. Chicken
wing appetizers, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; barbecue rib contest, 1-4 p.m. Side fixings, corn
on cob, five-piece band performing. Postponed fireworks at dusk at SARA Park.
Information: 715-453-6943.
•Lawnmower Races – Saturday, Aug. 14, 4 p.m., Nokomis Community Park,
County Road L, Nokomis. Information: 715-453-4801.
•Tomahawk Fly-In – Sunday, Aug. 15, Tomahawk Regional Airport.
Information: 715-453-5491, 453-1874.
•Movies in the Park – Saturday, Aug. 21, Free family movie on large screen,
dusk, Nokomis Community Park, County Road L. “Earth.” Shuttle available 7 p.m.
municipal parking lot by City Hall; 7:15 p.m., Ace Hardware. Information: 715-3670031.
•Kwahamot All-Star Tournament – Saturday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m., Kwahamot Bay.
UPCOMING 2010
New Antique Dealers
NCS10 #4 FAM100
• Residential &
Commercial
• Septic & Holding
Tank Pumping
• Onsite Camper &
Outhouse Service
• Porta-Pottie Rental
vendor contact: 453-4439, 453-1398.
•Downtown Farmers Market – Thursdays, 12:30-6 p.m. or until gone, through
Fall, downtown Tomahawk. Information: 453-1090.
•WaWui Bingo – Wednesdays, 7 p.m. games, doors open 5:30 p.m., SARA
Park Activity Center.
•Summer Outdoor Worship – Sundays, 9:30 a.m., Schaefer’s Wharf, County
Road L on Lake Nokomis through Labor Day weekend. Presented by Grace Lutheran
Church. Bring chair, blanket. Rain location: Nokomis Park pavilion, north on County
Road L. Information: 453-4066.
•Tomahawk Summer Recreation Program, Weekday activities throughout
summer. Specifics listed in Tomahawk Leader, www.tomahawkleader.com. Information:
453-4040, summerrec@hotmail.com.
•Speedway Racing – Fridays, Tomahawk Speedway. Pits open 5 p.m.; racing
7:30 p.m. Information: 715-891-2901.
•HAVEN Bingo – Sundays, 7 p.m., Les & Jim’s Lincoln Lanes, 1208 N. Center
Ave., Merrill. Information: 536-1300.
•Tomahawk Historical Museums – Tuesdays-Saturdays: Two museums
on East Washington Avenue. Open through Aug. 28. Hours: Tuesdays-Fridays,
10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., closed Sundays and Mondays. Information:
453-2056.
Nearby Attractions
•Northern Lights Playhouse, Hazelhurst, Hwy. 8, rotating repertory theater.
(Information: 356-7173, ext. 930; www.nl-playhouse.com). •Wisconsin River Cruises,
cruise Wisconsin River, includes dinner theater offering. (www.WisconsinRiverCruises.
com). •Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Franklin and 12th Streets, Wausau.
(Information: 845-7010, www.lywam.org, museum@lywam.org.) •Merrill Historical
Society Museum, 102 E. Third St., Merrill. (Information: 536-5652.)
•Tomahawk Fire and Rescue School – Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 11-12.
Information: www.tomahawkfd.org.
•Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDA – Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 16-19:
Tomahawk’s premier event and huge fund raiser for the Muscular Dystrophy
Association, with more than $1.5 million raised for the charity over the years.
Four-day motorcycle rally, with Harley-Davidson plant tours, Friday night Thunder
Parade, live music including SARA Park and downtown evening street dances,
bike raffles and much more. Major events at SARA Park, Harley-Davidson
plant(s), downtown and Nokomis Community Park, plus venues throughout
community. Information: 800-569-216, 453-5334; watch for updates, pictures at
www.tomahawkleader.com.
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