Spur of the Moment Blog
Turtle Watching in Wisconsin
There is always something going on in the north woods of Wisconsin. A walk along Kingston Road; West Shore Drive; or the Nicolet Trail in Oconto County, Wisconsin in June you will be able to observe the annual ritual of the Painter and Snapping turtles coming out to...
UTV Law Changes
There have been UTV changes in the law that go into effect July 1, 2012. The new law requires all UTV's operating in Wisconsin to be registered or display a trail pass whether on public or private land. UTV's and ATV's must display a license plate as of July 1, 2012....
Summer Heat — Enjoy the Water
We just came off of a very warm weekend here at the ranch; high 80's into 90 with that gosh darn humidity. Don't let it spoil your fun, whether you are ATVing, UTVing, or horseback riding, go early and then hit the water for fun in the sun in the afternoon to break...
ATV/UTV Poker Run June 16th, 2012
Dusty Trails is sponsoring their annual ATV/UTV Poker run this Saturday June 16th, 2012 in Oconto County, Wisconsin. Make a day of it; or weekend of it; the weather is forecast to be warm and sunny. We did have rain last night to wet down the trails. The Poker Run...
First Annual Arts & Crafts/Classic Wheels Fair
Looking for something to do June 23, 2012; come to Suring, Wisconsin for the First Annual Arts and Crafts/ Classic Wheels Fair. The event will run from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM at Veterans Memorial Park in Suring, Wisconsin. There will be music, games, food and refreshments....
ATV/UTV Dusty Trail Special
Need a reason to getaway for a couple of days this summer; bring your ATV/UTV; stay in one of our two rustic camping cabins for 2 nights for less than $100. Ride the dusty trails in Oconto County Wisconsin, explore the Woodland trails in Marinette County Wisconsin;...
Explore Wisconsin on Walk/Run June 2nd
Nicolet Plastics, Inc. and Northwoods Parrot Head Club sponsor the Janet Davis Memorial - 9th Annual Walk/Run June 2nd, 2012. This year's event begins Saturday at 9:00 AM and will circle the scenic Maiden Lake, approximately 4.37 miles. This is a great way for you to...
Getaway Afternoon Trail Riding
As many of you know, I wear a lot of hats at the ranch. Most days you can find me cleaning cabins; doing laundry; blogging at my computer; answering the phone; making reservations; or assisting guests. But last Tuesday night, the ladies from Chism Trail Ranch took the...
Dusty Trails ATV System Named Best in Wisconsin
For the second straight year the Wisconsin ATV/UTV Association ( WATVA) membership and general interested public have voted the Dusty Trail system based in Mountain, Wisconsin as the best place to ride your ATV; stay and have fun. The overall trail system in Oconto...