Rusk County Recreation - Types of recreational activities and the outdoors!

The Ice Age Trail, one of only eleven National Scenic Trails in the United States, is a thousand-mile footpath highlighting Wisconsin's world-renowned Ice Age heritage and scenic beauty. Though the entire Ice Age Trail covers a great distance, it has multiple access points and traverses a wide variety of landscapes. Whether you are looking for a short, after-work jaunt, a multi-day backpacking adventure or a once-in-a-lifetime thru-hike, there is a segment of the Ice Age Trail that will match what you are seeking.

The Blue Hills Chapter, which includes the Ice Age Trail through Rusk County, formed in 1992. Most of the Ice Age Trail through this area was designed and built in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Our members continue trailblazing with ongoing Trail maintenance projects and construction of new Trail routes.

Address: PO Box 137 

Weyerhaeuser, WI 54895

Phone: 715-353-2948

Email: bluehillschapter@iceagetrail.org

Website: https://www.iceagetrail.org/volunteer/chapters/blue-hills/ 

The Bruce Area Historical Society was incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1985.  The Museum Building located on East River Avenue, was originally the Bruce Newsletter office.  The Historical Society also owns the Apollonia Church, which is located on Highway No. 8, one mile west of Bruce.  It was built in 1895 and is available to rent for events such as funerals or weddings.

Hours of Operation: Wednesdays from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM during summer months and by appointment

Address: PO Box 115

Bruce, WI 54819

Phone: 715-635-5244

Email: jrcameron@centurytel.net

Christie Mountain is known for its premium snow conditions and treating guests like friends. From the cozy chalet to the peak of the hill, Christie Mountain is a unique experience packed with adventure. There are a variety of trails and parks for all skill levels. We offer a full selection of snacks, meals, and beverages for kids and adults alike. Our rental shop offers snowboards, alpine skis, Telemark skis and twin tip skis along with tuning, edging, waxing and repairs. 

When the snow melts, enjoy guided rock climbing on our rugged crags. In September, join us for the amazing colors of Leaf it to Rusk. You can even stay right at the hill at Northern Boundaries cabin- available throughout the year. Above all else, our family welcomes your family for fun, excitement and an experience built through years of providing our guests top notch service and amazing value.

Hours of Operation: Call ahead or check Facebook for open hours.

Address: W13755 County Road O

Bruce, WI 54819

Phone: 715-868-7800

Email: christiemt@brucetel.net

Website:  https://www.christiemountain.com/ 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/christiemountain/ 

  All your wine and beer making supplies!  We are also an Old Fashion style ice cream shoppe using Wisconsin-made super premium hand-dipped ice cream.  We now make delicious ice cream cakes too! Coffee, cappuccino, espresso, etc... also available.  Enjoy a game of mini golf on our recently added course.

Hours of Operation: Everyday 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Address: W8095 Edgewood Avenue East

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone:  715-532-7883

Email: corksandstuff@hotmail.com

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/CorksandStuff/ 

The Flambeau Valley Arts Association was created by a group of residents interested in the arts. It continues to be supported by your donations and is managed by an all-volunteer board. We provide the residents of Rusk County and the surrounding area with opportunities to experience a variety of performances by outstanding artists. ​FVAA is a 501c3 organization committed to providing professional arts performances to Rusk, Chippewa and Sawyer county residents.
 

All season events are ticketed so that children who accompany a paid adult are admitted free. Most performances will be held at Ladysmith Middle and High School Auditorium 

Address: PO Box 343

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-532-6338

Email: fvaa1978@yahoo.com

Website:  https://fvaa.weebly.com/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/FVAAWisconsin/ 

Artwork by Janelle Thompson. Janelle Thompson is a visual artist, detail oriented, interested in portraying the unique character of her subjects. Janelle designs detailed, imaginative portraits of landscapes, wildlife, and structures. Janelle sees the extraordinary in the ordinary.
She is s an illustrator of picture books celebrating the wonder of young children such as “TOADS” & “LITTLE SPOUTS”. She is known for her wildlife watercolors and works out of her studio Mad Cat, 900 E. Sabin Ave. in Ladysmith.

Member of Rusk Area Arts Alliance and a participant of Art Along the Flambeau. Janelle creates original works of art in several mediums and will take commissions.

Hours: By appointment only.

Address: N5158 Old 8 Road

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-532-6912

Email: amadcatstudio@me.com

Marvelous Mike's Mini golf is a 2-acre, 24-hole mini golf course through the woods. They also serve Cedar Crest Ice Cream, hot dogs, pizza, and frozen soft serve yogurt. Call to plan special events!

Hours of Operation:Thursday through Sunday 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Summer holidays.

Address: W10966 US Hwy 8

Bruce, WI 54819

Phone: 715-868-4653

Email: marvelousmikes@brucetel.net

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Marvelous-Mikes-Mini-Golf-Ice-Cream-1535951106550113/ 

 Opening in 1948, the Miner Theatre is one of the few single screen movie houses left in Wisconsin that is still showing first run movies in an original 1940s atmosphere, with the presentation of digital sound and sight. Designed by premiere theatre architects of the day, Liebenberg and Kaplan, the Miner was the flagship of the Miner Amusement Co. and featured many luxuries of the time, such as, a sunken lounge, heated sidewalk, box sections, stadium seating, specialized acoustics, and air conditioning. 

The Miner Theatre is a family-friendly classic movie theatre located in beautiful downtown Ladysmith, Wisconsin. We feature evening shows and weekend matinees on Saturday and Sunday. Looking for a place to advertise? We have a 27-foot screen with a captive audience before every show!

Address: 116 Miner Ave. East

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-532-7131

Email: marketing@minertheatre.com

Website:  https://minertheatre.com/ 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Miner-Theatre-121326724630862/ 

  The Rusk Area Arts Alliance (RAAA), is a group of many talented visual and performing artists, along with writers, who contribute their time and many varied talents to help make the Rusk Area a ‘welcoming’ creative community.

The community activities RAAA sponsors and co-sponsors are many & varied. Some include, The Reclaimed Flambeau Mine “Fine Art” Artist Calendar, The Rusk County Community Library Gallery, Musicale, artists at the Farmers Market, Art in the Garden tours, Music in the Park, Toadally Artsy Kids Events at Toad House, and more ... we add events every year as we grow and our passions direct us.

Address: 711 Lake Avenue W.

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-532-6290

Email: ruskarts@gmail.com

Website:  http://www.ruskarts.org/ 

Facebook: n https://www.facebook.com/RuskAreaArtsAlliance/ 

Rocque Ridge is a retail store, guide, and outfitting service for hunting and fishing opportunities geared towards the disabled, veteran, and first responder communities in the Holcombe community. Live bait and kayak rentals available.

Hours of Operation: Every day 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Address: 26353 State Highway 27

Suite G

Holcombe, WI 54745

Phone: 715-517-1100

Email: rocqueridge@gmail.com

Website: https://www.rocqueridge.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RocqueRidge

Offering Hope & Wellness, LLC offers fitness classes for women, WhollyFit Gently Body Power classes, Recreational Gymnastics, and Ninja Warrior Classes to the community. 

Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Address: 711 West 9th Street N.

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-609-1310

Email: help@offering-hope.com

Website: http://www.offering-hope.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Offering-Hope-Wellness-101363595220084 

The Rusk County Historical Society was incorporated in 1955 and is a non-profit organization. The objectives of the society are the discovery, preservation, and public dissemination of the history of Rusk County and the State of Wisconsin. The entire historical museum consists of ten buildings displaying thousands of donations from the citizens of Rusk County and other generous individuals to be shared with the many visitors each year to the museum. The museum also features many historical documents and burial records for area cemeteries. The museum currently houses over 9,000 artifacts from Rusk County’s past.

Hours of Operation: Weekends 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Memorial Day through Labor Day or by appointment.

Address: 998 E. 3rd St. N.

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-415-3114

Email: jplatteter@yahoo.com

Website:  http://ruskcountymuseum.com/ 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ruskcountymuseum

 The 2020 Rusk County Junior Fair will be held August 10th - 13th at the Rusk County Fairgrounds. The mission of the Rusk County Fair is to provide opportunities for youth who are members of a youth organization to showcase their accomplishments and talents. This allows youth to gain valuable life skills in a safe manner. The fair seeks to provide opportunities in life-long learning in agriculture, agribusiness, natural resources, family living and youth development. Anyone from Rusk County or surrounding counties can also show at the fair under Open Class. The fair is operated and managed by a fair board and would not be a success without our sponsors and volunteers. For more information on the Rusk County Fair or to learn of ways you can volunteer or sponsor an event, contact the Fair coordinator at the Rusk County UW Extension Office at 715-532-2225. See you at the fair!

Address: 311 Miner Ave E

Suite S140

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-532-2225

Email: rcfair@ruskcountywi.us

Website:  http://www.ruskcountyjrfair.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RuskCountyJr.Fair/ 

Your first stop when you get to Rusk County should be the Rusk County Visitor's Center. During business hours, friendly staff are waiting to help visitors find out where to go and what is happening in Rusk County. After business hours, travelers can utilize the Visitor’s Center's convenient 24-hour information station. You will find maps and local information as well as GPS units, binoculars, and snowshoes - everything you need to get started on your Rusk County adventure. The Visitor’s Center occasionally showcases railroad memorabilia and art displays. It is also the home of the Greater Ladysmith Area Chamber of Commerce!

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Address: 205 W. 9th St. S.

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-532-7328

Email: info@ruskcountywi.com

Website: https://ruskcountywi.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RuskCountyWI 

The Rusk Rider ATV Club was founded in 2002.  Our goal is to keep growing the sport of ATV/UTVing in Rusk County.  Our Club helps maintain our trails north of Weyerhaeuser.  We currently have 24 miles of trail and are always working towards getting more trails open.  We played a key role in getting a route opened in the City of Ladysmith and the Village of Bruce including access into Bruce from the West.  We conduct an ATV Safety Course each year and have worked with local Ambulance and Fire Departments to do mock crash trainings.  We like to promote ATV/UTVing by being visible in our community through participating in local parades and having a booth at various events.  Our meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of each month (April through November) at the Swamp Road Sportsman's Club west of Ladysmith starting at 6:30 pm.  Everyone is welcome to attend.  If interested in joining our club, don't hesitate to contact us.

Address: PO Box 

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-532-0282

Email: ruskridersatvclub@hotmail.com

Website: https://ruskcountywi.com/recreation/atving/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rusk.riders/ 

Located in Ladysmith, Wisconsin on the beautiful Flambeau River, the nine-hole course offers fairways lined with mature trees​ and picturesque river views. Our goal is to offer a great golfing experience at an affordable price. The restaurant and bar offer a varied menu with a dining experience overlooking the course and scenic river.

Address: 1401 E. 11th St. 

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-532-3766

Email: golf@teeaway.net or manager@teeaway.net

Website:  http://www.teeaway.net/ 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/TeeAWayGolf/ 

Located in Bruce, Wisconsin, BitterSweet Farms offers year-round horsedrawn wagon & sleigh rides. They provide on-site/on-location rides, providing a unique and memorable experience, perfect for every location. 

In addition to rides, BitterSweet Farms specializes in horse logging, demonstrating the traditional and sustainable practice of using horses for forestry work. Hands on training and horse farming allowing guests to immerse themselves in the art of horse powered agriculture.

Address: N6557 State Rd 40

Bruce, WI 54819

Phone: 715-868-0750

Email: bittersweetfarmsbrucewi@gmail.com

Website:  https://sites/google.com/view/bittersweetfarms/hom

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/bittersweetfarmsbrucewi

Located in Ladysmith, Wisconsin on the beautiful Flambeau River, the nine-hole course offers fairways lined with mature trees​ and picturesque river views. Our goal is to offer a great golfing experience at an affordable price. The restaurant and bar offer a varied menu with a dining experience overlooking the course and scenic river.

Address: 1401 E. 11th St. 

Ladysmith, WI 54848

Phone: 715-532-3766

Email: golf@teeaway.net or manager@teeaway.net

Website:  http://www.teeaway.net/ 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/TeeAWayGolf/