Good times throughout the year

From the annual Northland Mardi Gras each third weekend in July to exciting fishing tournaments, live music, the popular county fair, and dozens of community celebrations, Rusk County knows how to have a good time. Browse our event calendar to discover all the fun and festivities happening throughout the year.  

Ice Age Trail Crew - Trailbuilding - Blue Hills Segment, Rusk County 2025

Ice Age Trail TBA Base Camp , United States

What You'll Do: Replace a bridge over Pigeon Creek. Continue the reroute through the Blue Hills by building boardwalk through a tamarack bog. Craft sustainable tread and blaze the path, opening brand-new Trail and completing phase one. Project Areaย Map Coming Soon! All Talents and Abilities Welcome! There's a role for volunteers of all ages and... View Article

WISCONSIN DNR FREE FISHING WEEKEND 2025

ย On Free Fishing Weekend, you can drop a line without a fishing license, trout stamp or salmon stamp.ย  A great opportunity for family and friends to enjoy Wisconsin fishing! As a reminder, on Free Fishing Weekend MOST waters of our state are open to fish without a license, for residents and non-residents.ย  Questions, contact WI... View Article