State Forests
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Junior Rangers – In Search Of Dragonflies
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Baby dragonflies are not pretty, but they grow up to be colorful bugs! Let’s take a look.
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Nature Time – In Search of Dragonflies
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These colorful fliers are busy patrolling Havenwoods for bugs. Let’s learn about their lives!
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ADA-Accessible Yurt Now Open For Reservations
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the opening of an ADA-accessible yurt for hunters in the Flambeau River State Forest in Sawyer County.
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History
A partnership project between the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Manitowish Waters Historical Society and the Frank B. Koller Memorial Library has created the Camp Mercer Interpretive Trail within the Northern Highland-American…
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Biking
Bicycles are allowed on all trails, except those signed closed. Trails are non-paved, off-road and vary in difficulty. During the non-winter months, enjoy the Brandt Pines Recreational Trail System, located at 26001 Gile Road. Most of the northern…
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Winter Recreation
Cross-country skiing The rolling hills and river valleys of the Brandt Pines Recreational Trail System, located at 26001 Gile Road, offer 9 miles of groomed and tracked trials for both traditional and skate skiing. (No bikes allowed during the…
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Horseback Riding
The Trade River Equestrian Trail System [PDF] consists of 40 miles of maintained and marked trails that wind through a variety of terrains and different forest types. They are located on the southern half of the Governor Knowles State Forest in…
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Hiking
Governor Knowles State Forest has a total of 40 miles of hiking trails that stretch the wild and scenic St. Croix River Valley. This trail system is split into two segments. The north segment is 23 miles long and the south segment is 17 miles…
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Canoeing and Kayaking the St. Croix River
Governor Knowles State Forest lies adjacent to the St. Croix River, part of the National Scenic Riverway system. Thousands of water enthusiasts flock to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway each year, taking advantage of its beauty and resources…
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Camping
Campgrounds St. Croix Family Campground Located 0.25 miles east of the beautiful St. Croix River, on State Highway 70, this facility offers 30 rustic campsites, some with electrical hook-up. Enhance your stay by taking a stroll on the St.…