2024 Burnett County Guide

ATTRACTIONS 19 BurnettCountyFun.com BREWERY, DISTILLERY & WINERIES W isconsin and beer go hand-and-hand, which is why it was no surprise that Brickfield Brewing has been so success- ful. The family-friendly brewery overlooks Memory Lake in downtown Grantsburg, and boasts “grain-to-glass” brews that are served in an industrial-chic taproom. There are different events going on every week that aim to please from workout sessions, to arts and crafts workshops, to trivia nights. But Wisconsin isn’t just known for its beer. A thriving and growing wine culture exists here, as well. Wisconsin’s one-of- a-kind climate grows unique grapes that translate into full-fla- vored, delicious Wisconsin wines. Burnett County is home to two wineries serving up some of the best in small-batch wine making. East of Siren, you’ll find Clover Meadow Winery/ White Wolf Distillery’s cozy tasting room is open year-round and comes with many great stories. Try their award-winning spirits as well. Tommy’s Too High Wines in Danbury has won multiple accolades for their unique wine flavors, and folks who visit rave about the friendly atmosphere. Some have said that it feels like their home-away-from-home. BURNETT DAIRY COOPERATIVE & CHEESE STORE B urnett Dairy Cooperative, located just outside Grantsburg, is a fully integrated farmer-owned cooperative that handles everything from helping its owners care for their crops, pro- viding animal feed, health and nutrition services, to creating award-winning cheese for retail, food service and private label customers. The Burnett Dairy Cheese Store offers more than 100 variet- ies of fresh, natural, small batch cheeses. Open daily, they offer fresh cheese curds, and a large array of local gourmet products including craft beer and spirits. They are well known for their delicious soft serve ice cream and take-n-bake pizzas. The Bistro serves breakfast and lunch, offering sandwiches, wraps, pizza, fried cheese curds, soup, salads and desserts making the Burnett Dairy Cheese Store a true destination. Groups are welcome and call-ahead orders are encouraged. There is plen- ty of indoor and outdoor seating and ample parking. Visit their General Store, located across the parking lot from the Cheese Store, for all your country needs. Open daily with great personal service, they specialize in convenience, fuel, propane, hardware, farm supplies, hunting and fishing sup- plies and licenses, lawn and garden, animal feed and supplies, power tools, country gifts, and a Beer Barn featuring a wide variety of craft brews. BUTTERFLY HOUSE W ho would think that Burnett County is home to one of largest farms in the world for monarch production? It’s true. And in addition, the farm and the neighboring Butter- fly House do the most work with monarchs and moths than anyone else in the country. Located east of Grantsburg, this part-science lab and part-bug collection breeds, collects, sells, and releases a variety of butterflies and moths. A summer sea- sonal visit to the Butterfly House is a special family-orientated trip. Kids (and okay, adults too) can enjoy and see the magic of hundreds and sometimes thousands of these tiny, winged creatures. Very few things can out do the thrill of a butterfly landing on your hand! CASINOS T he St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin own and op- erate two of the newest casinos in the region, right here in Burnett County. Try your luck on the exciting casino floors, but be sure to save (or win) some money to dine in one of their family-friendly dining options. There are incredible meeting and event spaces, indoor and outdoor music venues, modern hotel amenities and RV park. Visit their locations in Danbury and Hertel for fun you won’t soon forget. FARM-TO-TABLE AGRITOURISM I f you enjoy meeting local farmers while learning where and how your food is produced, agritourism is the activity for you. Home to many thriving agricultural-based operations, Burnett County is the perfect place to visit local farms, ranches and participate in many other farm-related activities, including lo- cal farmers’ markets. Agriculture is a vital component of the economy, culture and landscape that makes up Burnett Coun- ty. Aiming to cultivate relationships with those in the commu- nity while working to bridge the gap between the producer and consumer in a fun and educational way, agritourism is a great way to have fun and learn about farming at the same time. GRANTSBURG HISTORICAL MUSEUM D iscover themed historical displays at the Grantsburg Area Historical Society museum. See the original 3-cell Burnett County Jail and the early 1900’s Emma’s House also located on the museum complex in Grantsburg. Open Sundays Me- morial Day through Labor Day. JORDAN BUCK STATUE I n 1914, Jim Jordan from Danbury, did not know he had just shot a recordwhite tail buck. Then themount went missing for nearly fif- ty years before the Jordan Buck was officially crowned the world’s largest white tail buck. Each fall, the Burnett County community celebrates this local history at the Jordan Buck statue placed less than a mile from the hunt site along the Gandy Dancer Trail. 2024 Special Events . . . Reflections of Our Past Fri. thru Sun., June 21 thru 23 The Great Folle Avoine Fur Trade Rendezvous Friday thru Sunday, July 19 thru 21 Christmas at The Forts Saturday & Sunday, December 6 & 7; Saturday, December 14 A Fun, Interactive Learning Experience at a Unique Historical Site! FUR TRADE POSTS OJIBWE VILLAGE Tours • Museums • Gift Shop One Room Schoolhouse • Gardens Blacksmith Shop • Ski/Snowshoe Trails $ CLIP & SAVE $ $ 2 00 Off GENERAL 2024 ADMISSION/TOUR Must present coupon. One coupon per person. $ CLIP & SAVE $ $ 2 00 Off REFLEC OR RENDEZ. 2024 ADMISSION Must present coupon. One coupon per person. BC BC Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wed. thru Sat., May 24 thru Sept. 1; plus Sept. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park 715-349-8989 • 8500 Co. Rd. U Between Danbury & Webster, WI TheFor ts.org PHOTO: Jordan Buck Family, Kevin Klucas continued on page 21