Are you in? If so, here are some insider tips you need to know, whether you’re a BUYER or a SELLER, before you take the plunge. BUYERS, where do you begin? Online, of course! Go to the site that will give you the best, most accurate information, the most photos and easiest interface. For our …
Being a part of the “Bold North” is about embracing the unique conditions that winter brings – with others, as well as by yourself. It’s an opportunity to try new things and challenge yourself. It’s about community. It’s about nature. It’s about family. It’s about people. We’d like to help you embrace your OWN Bold …
You can hardly have a conversation about food these days, without encountering someone who’s affected by gluten in the food they eat. I have a friend who was diagnosed with MS and has been prescribed a gluten free diet as a result. I recently met a woman with a child who is ADHD and their …
In November of 2016, zebra mussels (9 adults, all less than a year old) were discovered on one of our finest and most popular lakes – Big McKenzie Lake. It’s a significant discovery, because it’s the first inland zebra mussel population verified in Northwestern Wisconsin. It can and will affect other waterways over the course …
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The Spring buying season is underway and we’re just beginning to bring in some great new listings. Now is the time to look, if you want to be enjoying yourself when the weather turns. Just to remind you of how that looks, here are a couple new listings you can warm up to! “Go jump …
Temperatures have plummeted. The cleansing process that we call “Winter” has just begun. Our lakes are frozen over and for many, this is a time to embrace the opportunity to enjoy winter sports like snowmobiling, ice fishing and cross country skiing. But if you find yourself already longing for the new life that comes with …
Every year, an army of volunteers collects at Forts Folle Avoine to help create a magical environment for their holiday celebration event, “Christmas at the Forts”. It’s a wonderful place to share some Christmas cheer with a child! The work that goes on behind the scenes for this event isn’t just for children during the …
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The month of November is a fickle friend in the Northwoods. We’re not even 2 weeks in, and we’ve had to adjust our attitude many times over. If you feel you need some practice in adaptability and acceptance, let November be your teacher. – Wanda Boldon
You’ve driven by this place just North of Siren – over and over, wondering what’s inside, right? Me too! Barndance & Company is a shop where you can find handcrafted barn wood furniture and beautiful repurposed items for sale. Now settle down. I know what you’re thinking, but hold on! There’s no bad smell or …
Shinrin-yoku – a practice that originated in Japan in the 1980’s is a therapy to help alleviate stress and reduce anxiety. The term is loosely translated to “Forest Bathing” in English. Forest Bathing is not hiking. It’s about spending time in nature – deliberately slowing down and becoming immersed in the natural surrounds by using …
