Area Attractions
National Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame
The highlight of the museum complex is a landmark "Shrine to Anglers" which is one-half city block long and four and one-half stories tall, of concrete, steel and fiberglass, hand-sculpted into the likeness of a leaping fish (a muskellunge). Its gaping, open jaw accommodates about 20 persons and reveals a wonderful panoramic view of Lake Hayward, the city of Hayward and, of course, the FWFHOF grounds. The "Big Musky" sits atop an 88,000-gallon pond.
The adjacent four-building museum complex houses over 50,000 sportfishing historical and vintage artifacts including lures, rods, reels and accessories. Additionally, there are over 300 mounted fish and about 1,000 antique motors on display. here.
American Birkebeiner
Celebrating its 37th year, the American Birkebeiner is the largest and most prestigious cross country ski marathon in North America.
Spanning more than 50 kilometers from Cable to Hayward, Wis., the Birkie is part of the Worldloppet series of 15 international races and part of the lives of citizen skiers from around the world.
For more information, visit the American Birkebeiner online here.
Lumberjack World Championships
The Lumberjack World Championships began in 1960 as a way to acknowledge the rich history of the logging industry across the United States.
Hayward, Wis., rich in both history and natural beauty, holds the lumberjack championships in what was once a giant holding pond for logs of Weyerhaeuser's North Wisconsin Lumber Company. The people of Hayward embrace this rich history each summer with hundreds of volunteers and community support making this a world class event for thousands of visitors.
The LWC showcases over 21 events competing for world records in events ranging from men's and women's logrolling, to chopping, to the exciting pole climb. Over 100 plus competitors vie for more than $50,000 in prize money, making this one of the largest purses for lumberjack competition in the world.
For more information, visit Lumberjack World Championships online here.
Tuscobia Trail
A mix of history and scenic beauty, the Tuscobia State Trail is a 74-mile abandoned railroad grade that provides four seasons of fun to outdoor recreation enthusiasts.
Depending on the time of year, section of the trail, and your particular interests, activities on the multiple-use Tuscobia State Trail include ATV riding, snowmobiling, hiking, horseback riding, canoeing, fishing, and bird watching
For more about the beautiful Tuscobia Trail, log on here.
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