Mercer WI, Chamber of Commerce
THE MERCER AREA BOASTS
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Turtle Flambeau FlowageLife is Outdoors in Mercer, Wisconsin
From the vast water wonderland of the 14,300 acre Turtle Flambeau Flowage to the far-reaching wilderness of the 74,500 acres of public forestland, Mercer offers authentic outdoor adventures that you will remember long after you’ve returned home.
Whether you choose to explore on snowmobile, ATV, car, camper, bike, boat, skis, or by foot, you are sure to discover the unending, unique fascination of the Northwoods.
Every season offers a new way to experience our natural beauty. The quiet of winter snow is broken by the sounds of spring peepers that fade as the loon’s calls fill the lakes in the summer. Finally, the woods explode in a riot of color in autumn and then the cycle begins again. That’s the beauty of Mercer. You can’t go wrong . . . life is outdoors.
We invite readers of all ages to embark on a journey filled with books activities, and events designed to inspire a love of reading and art in this years theme, “Color Our World”. Log the number of books or minutes read between June 16 to August 17 for a chance to win a prize. Bonus entries are awarded if you meet your personal goal! Logs must be submitted by August 18; prize drawings are on August 19th.
Join Sandy VanPatten to craft your own Turkey Tail Whisk—a functional piece of art that’s as beautiful as it is practical. Using authentic broom corn and your choice of colorful nylon twine, you’ll create a broom that’s perfect for cleaning or displaying as a unique decor piece.
This hands-on class requires some arm and hand strength and stocking feet to keep the tension. Footies will be provided if needed. It is open to ages 16 and up. All materials are provided.
Once registered, please fill out this release form online.
Artist Bio:
Sandy VanPatten is a self-taught Broom Squire hailing from the Copper Country of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Specializing in a range of handcrafted brooms—such as crumb brushes, turkey tail & hawk tail whisk brooms, regular whisk, hearth brooms, cobweb brooms, and kitchen brooms—Sandy combines traditional craftsmanship with a deep passion for creation. Although semi-retired from her day job, Sandy remains fully committed to the art of broom making, teaching classes in Marquette, Baraga, L’anse, Porcupine Mountains, and Calumet.
Monthly Board of Directors Meeting at the Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce office.
Ready to feel good from the inside out? Join us for a laid-back, uplifting wellness session with certified coach Katie Serrano of Health Transformed. Whether you’re a curious beginner or wellness junkie, these sessions are all about tuning into your body, fueling your adventures, and connecting with the community. This is a donation-based class—drop in and enjoy, no registration required. Sustain Your Stride: How to Eat for Energy, Stamina & Recovery
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