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Deer hunter forums to be held around state and on the Internet

The deer hunting seasons might still be months away, but the Department of Natural Resources is already gearing up with a series of deer hunter forums in March. Anyone interested in the opportunity to discuss local deer management issues, hunting seasons, and any other deer topic is encouraged to attend. More>>

  • Beaver Creek Reserve will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 24 allowing staff and volunteers to enjoy the holiday with their families. The Reserve will be open normal business hours for the holiday weekend.

Local Recreation Opportunities

Eau Claire County Parks offer a wide range of activities including camping, nature trails, snowmobiling, boating, canoeing, fishing and disc golf to name a few. More>>

Spend time in one of the 14 county parks or 3 shooting ranges in Dunn County. The county boasts 526 acres of parks and grounds.  More>>

Our parks provide a relaxing camping experience, combined with opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking and other recreational activities. All four parks are located on popular lakes in Chippewa County, and all have boat launches and swimming beaches. More>>

This park northeast of Chippewa Falls has 1,062 acres of primarily young, rich forests and open prairie on a 6,300-acre manmade lake. The park offers secluded campsites, hiking trails, and a 285-foot swimming beach. More>>

Encompasses 360 acres of diverse habitat including upland woods, river bottom forests, wetlands, and savannah areas. BCR is bordered by the Eau Claire River, and two small trout streams run though the property. More>>

Local Winter Recreation

Hobbs Ice Center is the "center" for activity in the Chippewa  Valley in the heart of Eau Claire.  The Ice Center operates a daily schedule of ice events throughout the year and with recent renovations the Ice Center is now available for dry floor events and activities.  More>>

Wondering if your favorite Chippewa County snowmobile or cross-country ski trail is open? This link can give you the answer. More>>

Downhill skiing, snowboarding and sledding are all offered at Christie Mountain, located in Bruce, Wis. and home of the beast. More>>

Exercise

Warm-Up and Cool-Down Make Exercise Safe and Effective

Squeezing in time for exercise is a challenge for most of us. But make sure to include time for warming up and cooling down. More>>

Short-Cuts to Exercise Success

 When you participate in free-time physical activity with your daughter or son, you increase her or his enjoyment of unstructured fitness fun. More>>

The Family That Plays Together Gets Fit Together

 When you participate in free-time physical activity with your daughter or son, you increase her or his enjoyment of unstructured fitness fun. More>>

   
 
 
 
 

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