HORSEBACK RIDING - Bring out the rancher side of your family! Horseback riding at Elmer's takes you on a trail ride through the woods and along the scenic Wisconsin River.

-Elmer's Fun Park  (Elmer's offers more than horses... there are bumper boats, and NasKart Go-Karts that will amaze you!)

FISHING -   Fishing season opens the first Saturday in May. Little St. Germain Lake is located at your doorstep and is one of many lakes in the immediate area. Come and see why the northwoods is considered to have some of the best freshwater fishing in the nation!  Being one of the most concentrated lake regions in the world, our area is prime for fishing and boating adventures.  Little St. Germain Lake is host to muskie, walleye, northern, bass, and a variety of panfish. 

-Fishing Info & Current Reports  |  Purchase your Fishing License On-Line

Check out this underwater muskie video by professional fishing guide Ken Jackson!

-Underwater Muskie Video

CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES - Join in the complimentary crafts, activities, and games that we host every week during the summer!

-Black Bear Lodge Children's Activities

MUSEUM TOURS

-Vilas County Historical Museum - The historical museum has a new children's area this year with a hands on area.  Kids can stop here and let their imaginations run wild!

-Snowmobile Hall of Fame & Museum

HIKING and BIKING - Experience the Northwoods firsthand, while trekking.

-Hiking and Biking Trails in Vilas County

CANOEING, KAYAKING, TUBING, RAFTING  - Scenic Wisconsin River trips.

-Hawk's Nest Canoe Outfitters - Daytrips

KAYAKING - Although intense, this sport is extremely rewarding!

-Kayaking Lessons - Tuesdays at 6pm - Chequamegon Adventure Co.

GOLFING - Go for those birdies!

-Area Golf Courses

PHOTOGRAPHY - Put those artistic skills to use and shoot for a "buck in velvet" photo!  Forgot your camera?  Rent one reasonably from the resort office so you won't miss any photo-ops!