A beautiful day in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. This is Fishtrap at the headwaters of the Mississippi River in a very northern section of Wisconsin. This lake is known for trophy fishing incliding Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye. Sitting on the shore you will see Bald Eagles, Loons, Beaver. SwimmingContinue reading “Swimmimg Hole”
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Loon
The Loon is one of the joys of te Northwoods. Kind of a duck that is not a duck. They are fun to watch as they paddle around a lake and suddenly dissappear as they dive for fish. In early summer you may find one with its babies on its back and their erie callContinue reading “Loon”
Northwoods Eagles
One of the best places to eagle watch is Vilas County, WI. Vilas County is home to hundreds of lakes in this Northwoods area. The eagles sit in dead trees watching the lake surface for unsuspecting fish. Walking paths along the lakes you can spot their large nests in the trees. Chick here for myContinue reading “Northwoods Eagles”
Fishing on Fishtrap Lake
Boating on remote Fishtrap Lake outside of Boulder Junction. This is a favorite place for pleasure boating, skiing and fishing. Even these old Rock & Roller’s enjoy some quiet fishing the and escape from fans.
Downtown Boulder Junction Doe
Driving north from Minocqua, WI, we finally get to downtown Boulder Junction. This town is famous for its deer, particularly rare white deer. Here we have an average doe strolling down the sidewalk. Boulder Junction is a scenic little town with some very nice art galleries and restaurants.
Lost Canoe Lake
As you drive out of Star Lake towards Boulder Junction on Highway K, you drive by the endless number of lakes in the Northwoods. Since this his heavily forested area it is difficult to see the lakes but from time to time you will find small roadside parks. If you stop at one of these,Continue reading “Lost Canoe Lake”
Lost Canoe Lake
If you drive south from the tiny town of Boulder Junction, Wisconsin, you will find Lost Canoe Lake back behind the trees. You have to stop and walk down some trails to experience the beauty of the lake. The Northwoods of Wisconsin are filled with thousands of lakes all surrounded by forests, a wonderful placeContinue reading “Lost Canoe Lake”
Lost Canoe Lake
Driving on the back roads of Northern Wisconsin I found a place to pull over. Following a trail to the water there was this small beach with these canoes. This is an interesting area to explore with hidden areas like this, scenic structures and wonderful small towns.
Sunset in the Northwoods
One of my favorite places to visit is the Northwoods of Wisconsin. This is an area in northern Wisconsin containing thousands of lakes surrounded by forests. This setting coupled with extended sunrises, sunsets and calls of the Loons makes this an ideal place to getaway and relax. Here is a dock on Fishtrap Lake newContinue reading “Sunset in the Northwoods”
Fredrickson’s Bait Shop
On a remote highway between Saynor and Boulder Junction Wisconsin you will find this little bait shop. Actually it is no longer an active business but a memorial to two women who operated it for for about 70 years. It is currently maintained by a group called Friends of Star Lake. This is one ofContinue reading “Fredrickson’s Bait Shop”
Great Rivers Imaging 