www.chippewaflowage.com Tuesday February 09, 2010 Please Visit our Members Our Associate Members Goodby Bill We will miss you Date of stay: 9/12-19/09 From: Xenia, OH USA Things we did in Hayward: Lots of fishing - lots of fishing Shopping in Hayward Dinner at the Lumberjack Steakhouse Most remarkable thing we saw: An eagle sitting in a tree watching us as we loaded the boat. Otters playing on the shore. Best place we ate: Lumberjack Steakhouse The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Beautiful scenery and the wildlife. A great place to relax and renew your soul. Terry and Diane at Chippewa Pines - the kindest hosts you'll ever have. Stories: Took a nice swim off the boat, involuntarily. Kept my head above water. Soaked from the waist down. Very funny. We'll be laughing about that all the way home. We took home our two day limit of panfish. Great Fishing. Great Time. Date of stay: 7/30/09 From: Milwaukee, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Tubing, swimming, fishing, apples to apples BBQ Bon Fire and drinking = Dancing and Singing Most remarkable thing we saw: When Stephanie's MP3 player fell in the lake. DON'T bring your electronics on the lake!! Best place we ate: Famous Dave's and good pizza at Chippewa Pines bar The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Getting away from work and the city life Stories: Caught a snapping turtle TWICE Date of stay: 7/17/09 From: West Chicago, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Drove to Copper Falls in Mellen WI. Approx. 2 hours, but worth it. 4th of July Fireworks on Chief Lake When to an interesting new retail shop downtown Most remarkable thing we saw: The scenery at Copper Falls and a doe and fawn at the top of the driveway Best place we ate: A new eating establishment in Hayward The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Chippewa Pines Resort, of course! Stories: Date of stay: 5/24/09 From: Mpls. and Eden Prairie, MN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished, fished and fished (mostly panfish) Played Monopoly until the wee hours of the morning Ate at Famous Daves BBQ Most remarkable thing we saw: My Dad getting some form of pigment on his LEGS! Believe me, it's a rarity. Oh, and plenty of bald eagles. Best place we ate: Hot dogs in the cabin....we don't need fancy The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The beautiful aviary of wild birds and other natural creatures. Thank you for a wonderful time. Stories: We named a new style of fishing...Crossfishing. It happened when my Dad at steer and my brother at bow decided to fish opposite ends of the boat, inevitably crossing lines...hence the term. Not entirely recommended, however they both ended up with fish on the line. Date of stay: 10/1-10/7/2010 From: Racine, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Shopping Casino Most remarkable thing we saw: Loons dancing and an eagle feeding on the shoreline Best place we ate: Catfish Cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Making and made memories Stories: One cold and rainy evening I was out fishing and saw and heard loons dancing, a crane sitting in a tree like a Christmas ornament and an eagle flying so close I could almost touch him Date of stay: September 3 - 8 2009 From: Maple Grove, MN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Relaxing, unwinding Sight seeing Most remarkable thing we saw: Al Capones in foreclosure. A close second was an area restaurant becoming a Mexican Restaurant Best place we ate: Schnitzel at the Chippewa Inn - Yummmm! The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Unspoiled wilderness and people Date of stay: September 2009 From: Downers Grove, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Sight seeing in Hayward Relax! Most remarkable thing we saw: Saw a beautiful red fox, two black bears and eagles Best place we ate: Chippewa Inn The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The people, everyone is nice! Date of stay: 09/07/2009 From: Lake City, MN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished - no luck 'n' Hung out Most remarkable thing we saw: Saw my first loon ever....Fantastic! The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Beautiful scenery, tranquility, elusive fish. Date of stay: 09-04 to 09-07-2009 From: Hastings , MN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished, fished and fished :-) Most remarkable thing we saw: Deer, eagles, loons, ducks and musky jumping out of the water. Also saw a large black bear on Hwy B on the side of the road. Best place we ate: Our deck - grilled salmon and steaks The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: the peacefulness and listening to the loons. Stories: While out musky fishing we had two strikes at once, A DOUBLE One went airborn, but neither were hooked up ---- bummer. Date of stay: 09-04 to 09-07-2009 From: Hastings , MN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished, fished and fished :-) Date of stay: 08/28/2009 From: New Lenox, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Read books Met some really nice people Relax, relax, relax Most remarkable thing we saw: Eagles, bats, chipmunks, blue herons, Excellent thunderstorm. Beautiful sunrises. Best place we ate: In our cabin. There is nothing better than food prepared on a charcoal grill. And R & R Bayview. The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: A great place to get away from it all. Thank you Barb & Pete for your kind hospitality. Stories: We stayed in the Bluegill Cabin, which has a remarkable view. Because of it's location we got to meet everyone at the Resort. It was very entertaining. Sam loved barking at the squirrels and chipmunks. Date of stay: 8/15/2009 From: Beloit, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fish Shop Relax Most remarkable thing we saw: Wildlife, lake Best place we ate: At our cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Beauty Stories: Had a great time. Beautiful cabins, great people both staff and campers. Wished our pontoon had a light for fishing at night. Date of stay: 8/1-15/2009 From: Kenosha, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Float tubed on the Namekagon River - Relaxing Horseback riding, swimming Tubing, waterskiing, FISHING Most remarkable thing we saw: Deer drinking along the shoreline, bobcat on Hwy B, bear on Hwy B and the STARS Best place we ate: Area Restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Good people and good fishing Stories: Neighbors took us to Ghost Island to see old gravestones, very cool. Jerry guided us around and hooked us up with some great fishing spots. Date of stay: August 2009 From: Twin Lakes & Des Moines, WI & IA USA Things we did in Hayward: Kaying, skiing, fishing, tubing, swim to island Boat broke down a hundred times Dog went on tube to island, I fell off dock, a few funny injuries Most remarkable thing we saw: Black bear while on our bike ride Best place we ate: The Landing The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: It is huge! Lots of places to explore Stories: Great people stay at Johnson's Resort. We met lots of fun families. Can't wait to come back! Date of stay: August 2009 From: Twin Lakes & Des Moines, WI & IA USA Things we did in Hayward: Kaying, skiing, fishing, tubing, swim to island Boat broke down a hundred times Drove to Saxon Harbor, Lake Superior Beach Most remarkable thing we saw: Lake Superior Best place we ate: Area tavern, and Dad's grilled steak on the cabin porch The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: It's beauty, peace and quiet. Thanks, we had a great time! Date of stay: 08/15/2009 From: Iowa City, IA USA Things we did in Hayward: Area entertainment, canoed, hiked, swam Drove to Bayfield and ferry to Madeline Island Drove to Saxon Harbor, Lake Superior Beach Most remarkable thing we saw: Lake Superior Best place we ate: Area tavern, and Dad's grilled steak on the cabin porch The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: It's beauty, peace and quiet. Thanks, we had a great time! Date of stay: 07/05/2009 From: Bloomington , IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Boating on the Flowage Jet Ski Most remarkable thing we saw: Fireworks on Chief Lake thanks to Daggetts and Chief Lake Lodge Best place we ate: Angler's Bar and Grill - Great Pizza The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Chippewa Shores Resort, great view & cabins Stories: Saw a bear by an eagles nest, about 20 feet from the boat! Date of stay: 07/21/2009 From: South Beloit, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Shopping, gambling Sightseeing, relaxing at cabin playing cards Most remarkable thing we saw: Mother bear and her cubs eating wild berries on Cty NN. Took a drive up to Copper Falls - Beautiful Best place we ate: Local area restaurant, Anglers The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The wild life (eagles, bears, deer, etc.) Just the beauty Date of stay: 07/11/2009 From: Oglesby, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fish Relax Sight see by boat Most remarkable thing we saw: Eagles, bear cub Best place we ate: Chief Lake Lodge The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Everything you need to relax and revitalize Date of stay: 8/1/09 From: Orland Park, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Swimming Bike Riding, horseback riding Most remarkable thing we saw: A bald eagle on the side of the road Best place we ate: Local Area Restaurant, R & R Bayview The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Quietness and people Date of stay: 8/1-8/09 From: Duluth, MN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Tubing Eating Most remarkable thing we saw: Bear swimming across the channel Best place we ate: Ray Jay's and R & R Bayview The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Fishing and the natural shoreline. No cabins. Stories: Doug fell off the dock - one leg and butt! Had a really good time, fun campfires Date of stay: 8/1-8/09 From: Chicago, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Shopping in town Went to the brewery Fishing, tubing, swimming in the pool Most remarkable thing we saw: Saw a deer and a bear swimming in the lake Best place we ate: Ice Cream at Johnson's, R & R Bayview and Ray Jays The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Great lake to catch fish Stories: Seeing the bear swim across the lake Date of stay: 7/25-31/09 From: Franklin, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fish, read books, swim, mini golf Ate breakfast at local area restaurant, shopped Saw Native American dancing at The Landing Best place we ate: Fish Fry The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Quiet Date of stay: 07/04-11/2009 From: Colorado Springs/Coon Rapids, CO and MN USA Things we did in Hayward: Kayak, fish, swim Eat, drink, play darts Casino Most remarkable thing we saw: Tim's 45" Musky Best place we ate: Our cabin - Fresh fish fry The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: A whole lot of memories from many many years of good fishing and excellent guide Ted Hodur Stories: Tim caught a 45 musky on a tube skirt while fishing for crappies on 4lb test line. The best experience EVER! THANKS! Date of stay: 07/4-11/2009 From: Dyer, St John, IN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Shopped in Hayward, lunch at Angler's local area attractions Most remarkable thing we saw: Bear swimming and bald eagles Best place we ate: Chippewa Inn The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Great fishing and natural shorelines Date of stay: 07/04-11/2009 From: Waukesha, Oconomowoc, Wausau, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fish, swim Petting zoo, shop Restaurant Most remarkable thing we saw: Deer swimming across to islands Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Great family friendly resort (Johnson's) and more fish than the Flambeau Flowage Date of stay: 07/4-11/09 From: Chicago/Utica, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Shopped Cruise in Bayfield, Apostle Islands Pow Wow Most remarkable thing we saw: Black squirrel, eagles, bear tracks, bear driving a boat, the view outside our cabin of the Lake Best place we ate: Fresh fish from the lake The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Friendly people Stories: First day out, too many islands, we were lost, getting back at sunset. Other boats directed us. Sister-in-law had too much spirits in the hot sun, saw a bear driving a pontoon boat. We told her it wasn't a bear, it was a Yeti a.k.a. Big Foot! Date of stay: 07/04-11/2009 From: Madison, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Painted pottery Tubing around the Flowage Shopped up and down Main St. in town Most remarkable thing we saw: There was a gorgeous rainbow over the lake the last day we were here. Best place we ate: Right here in our cabin :-) The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Exploring, fishing, tubing and enjoying the sun. Stories: On our second day of fishing the brand new $75 anchor unhooked itself at the bottom of the Flowage. On the last day we did a rescue mission with a snorkle and goggles to find it. Amazingly we were successful and found it! Date of stay: 06/20-27/09 From: Stevens Point, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Mini Golf - lots of choices Fish More fishing Most remarkable thing we saw: The loons and their babies Best place we ate: Afternoon snack of ice cream The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The relaxing beauty Stories: The loft in the Catfish Chalet is an excellent spot for scrapbooking =) Date of stay: 06/27-7/4/09 From: Columbia City, IN USA Things we did in Hayward: Musky Fest 5K run/walk Race - 3 generations participated. Kim 1st Place her division Tried to fish Swam, made friends Most remarkable thing we saw: Kim & Hollie saw a BEAR, eagles, loons, deer Best place we ate: Local restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Everything! We love it here Stories: Tom and Brenda had a giant musky come right to the boat - 4 ft long approx 20 lb. just to say BYE Date of stay: 06/19-27/09 From: Hickory Hills, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Played Darts - Champion! Musky Fest Most remarkable thing we saw: A musky ate a duck Best place we ate: The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Scenery Stories: We had a snapping turtle hit a musky lure! IT must have weighed 50 pounds Date of stay: 06/19-27/09 From: Racine , WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fish Drink Shop Best place we ate: The Landing The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Variety of fish Date of stay: 6/19/09 From: Orion (Quad Cities), IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fish Boat Sight see Most remarkable thing we saw: Wild life Best place we ate: Local area restaurant and Anglers The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Fishing, wildlife, people Date of stay: 06-19-2009 From: Brookfield, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Ate well Go carts and bumper cars Most remarkable thing we saw: An eagle must have stolen a little bird's baby. A little bird chased the eagle, landing on the eagle's back. Don't mess with a mom's baby. Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The abundance of nature everywhere you look. Stories: I caught a salamander on a worm while drifting for walleye. Saw a bug that looked like a stick swimming 3 under the waters surface. Saw a snapping turtle with a head as big as my fist. Date of stay: 06-13 to 6-20-09 From: Keokuk, IA USA Things we did in Hayward: Wilderness Walk Boated Visited relatives, shopped downtown Most remarkable thing we saw: A bear crossing the road Best place we ate: Treelands, Anglers, and another local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: It is peaceful and not over commercialized Date of stay: 06-13 to 6-20-2009 From: LaGrange, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Don, Cathy, Joe, Jessica, Rick & Kayla played miniature golf Don, RIck, Joe and Kayla did bumper cars Jessica, Rick and Kayla visited the huge Musky and Wilderness Walk Most remarkable thing we saw: Mimo and Kayla swimming in the deep end, Kayla fishing for the first time Best place we ate: A place with great steaks in Hayward, and supper club in Winter, WI The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Forever changing shapes, but like heaven on earth Stories: Scott caught a salamander, Joe caught a turtle. Date of stay: 06/13-20/09 From: Bloomington, IL USA Most remarkable thing we saw: A fawn swam up to the boat, watched eagles, listened to the loons. The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Peaceful and serene Date of stay: 06/13-20/09 From: Bloomington, IL USA Most remarkable thing we saw: A fawn swam up to the boat, watched eagles, listened to the loons. The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Peaceful and serene Date of stay: 06/13-20/09 From: Bedford, IN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished everyday Shopped in Hayward Most remarkable thing we saw: Saw a bear crossing Hwy B Best place we ate: Chippewa Inn - Great Goulash! The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The FISHING Date of stay: 06/13-20/09 From: Bedford, IN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished everyday Shopped in Hayward Most remarkable thing we saw: Saw a bear crossing Hwy B Date of stay: 06-13 to 06-20-2009 From: Madison, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Canoeing Darts, walks, movie in town Most remarkable thing we saw: Blue Heron, Ospreys on bog, deer, musky in water, huge snapping turtle, bald eagles Best place we ate: Local area restaurant with great dessert, Johnson's Lodge, great pizza & burgers, friendly people The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Beautiful scenery, great fishing, friendly people. Stories: 6/19/09 24 garter snake swam up the side of our boat right into the center of the bench seat. Jeff flung it back into the water and it swam right back up the side of the boat. Maybe he is still in the belly of the boat! Date of stay: 06-06 to 06-13-09 From: Chicago, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Went out to eat a lot Fished a lot Shopped Most remarkable thing we saw: A deer drinking water in the flowage with her baby fawn and a black tailed squirrel Best place we ate: It's a tie - Ray Jays, and three other well known restaurants The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The abundance of fish, especially walleye. Maybe we didn't catch that many or large fish, but after many years up north we did the best ever by staying and fishing here. Stories: Uncle Bob had a habit of hitting the shore with his rigs...on logs, on sandy beaches, and in the trees. The group is accustomed to his casting prowess. Date of stay: 06/06/2009 From: Medinah, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Shopping in Hayward - bought LOTS of Candy at the Candy Shop Nature walk Most remarkable thing we saw: Doe and fawn swimming across the lake The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Quite, beautiful,peaceful Stories: Same as last year, except better! Date of stay: 05/26/2009 From: Chicago, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Driving a boat Most remarkable thing we saw: Eagle's nest Best place we ate: In our cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: FISHING Stories: I am 11 years old and my dad taught me how to drive the boat by myself Date of stay: 5/23/09 From: McHenry IL, Lake Geneva WI US Things we did in Hayward: Fished Relaxed Most remarkable thing we saw: Nature sites, three goose families together Best place we ate: Grilling at our cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Being welcomed up each year. We stay at Johnson's Resort annually. Date of stay: 5/23/09 From: McHenry IL, Lake Geneva WI US Things we did in Hayward: Fished Relaxed Most remarkable thing we saw: Nature sites Date of stay: 05/21/2009 From: Lafayette, IN USA Things we did in Hayward: Visited the Big Musky museum in Hayward Almost got hit by a falling birch tree on the way back from the playground Fished, fished, fished. Most remarkable thing we saw: Mother robin tending her eggs on the front porch of our cabin Best place we ate: In our cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: We like it here! Stories: Dylan Ramsey - 4 1/2 years old caught his first fish, a 12 crappie on his Diego fishing pole. Date of stay: 05/21/2009 From: Lafayette, IN USA Things we did in Hayward: Visited the Big Musky museum in Hayward Almost got hit by a falling birch tree on the way back from the playground Fished, fished, fished. Most remarkable thing we saw: Mother robin tending her eggs on the front porch of our cabin Date of stay: 05/21/2009 From: Lafayette, IN USA Things we did in Hayward: Visited the Big Musky museum in Hayward Almost got hit by a falling birch tree on the way back from the playground Fished, fished, fished. Most remarkable thing we saw: Mother robin tending her eggs on the front porch of our cabin Date of stay: 05/16/2009 From: St. Charles/Hampshire, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Worked on the boat ALL DAY Worked on the boat, then ate at the bar, enjoyed food and company Sunday we fished until we had to leave Most remarkable thing we saw: Blue sky after snow showers, stars over the firepit, 40" musky someone else caught Best place we ate: Norske Nook The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The lake, our resort, the wilderness and quiet. Stories: We had a real headache with our boat, but Barb & Pete bent over backwards to help us in every way they could. Thanks for all the help, and tools, and hose, and extension cord, etc. Date of stay: 05/14/-5/17/09 From: Racine, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: FISH Visit Hayward and fish And fish, fish, FISH Most remarkable thing we saw: Blizzarding snow showers on the flowage. Can't believe it in MAY Best place we ate: Johnson's Resort and our Cabin Grill The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The adventure of not knowing what you're going to see or catch of the day :) The view. Mother Nature at it's Best..... Date of stay: 05/17/2009 From: Reedsburg, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Enjoyed the sunrises and sunsets Shopping relaxed, very quiet and peaceful Most remarkable thing we saw: Deer Best place we ate: Angler's Bar/Grill in Hayward. Great Fish Fry The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Fishing, beauty, service at Johnson's Resort Date of stay: 05/08/09 - 05/11/09 From: Janesville, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Visited the Fishing Hall of Fame and saw the BIG FISH Relaxed Most remarkable thing we saw: Black Bear! Best place we ate: In our cabin, chef Johnny! The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Fishing, views and the quiet. Date of stay: 10/06/08 to 10/12/08 From: Whiting (Home of Pierogi Fest), IN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished, cleaned fish, ate fish Admired the beauty of nature here - relaxed Shopped, ate out, gambled Most remarkable thing we saw: Family of otters checking us out. Bald eagles soaring in blue sky with brilliant fall colors below Best place we ate: Robin's Nest breakfast, local area restaurant, fish and steak in our cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Moore's Bay crappie fishing in the fall. Hayward area is awesome beauty Stories: Fishing off the back of our docked boat I could tell I had something more on my line than just a crappie. Suddenly the line snapped, but I never saw what it was. The next day again I could tell there was something on the line, but different from the feel of a crappie. I slowly brought it up and a 32 - 36 musky showed itself before it snapped the line, making my heart almost stop. I let out a scream, and then had to explain to the nearby fishermen two docks down! I'll never forget that fish, and those fishermen will probably never forget that crazy lady screaming in the back of her boat. Date of stay: 10/04-10/11/08 From: Kirkland, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Toured Hayward and city fire station Most remarkable thing we saw: Eagles up close Best place we ate: Local Area Restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Variety and quantity of fish Date of stay: October 5 2008 From: Bangor, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fall Color Tour Saw bear, deer, wolf, eagles Went out to eat and visit local bars Best place we ate: Charlie’s Fine Food and Spirits Date of stay: 10/10/08 From: Somerset, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Canoeing Lake Chippewa and the West Fork of the Chippewa River Hiking Moss Creek Trails and snowmobile trails Shop, eat and drink (in moderation) & Stargazing with telescope on dock Most remarkable thing we saw: Kemble's Cascade - an improbable long straight line of 15 stars of similar magnitude Best place we ate: Chippewa Inn, R & R Bayview, Treeland Resort pizza, local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The limited shoreline development, limited light pollution (some room for improvement). Most bass boats slowed for canoes. The size of it. Stories: We liked the 1920's cabin, that we could bring our dog, we were off the main drag for traffic, friendly owners, moderate size of the resort. Date of stay: 10/2/08 From: Rosco & Huntley, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Fished Fished Best place we ate: Chippewa Inn The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The natural beauty, and the people of Hayward Date of stay: 09/26/08 From: Arlington Hts /Morgan Hills, IL / CA USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Casino Most remarkable thing we saw: Sea plane, thunderstorms (don't see much in California) Best place we ate: Hamburgers at Johnson's The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Spending quality time with my dad, fresh air, scenery Stories: Great time! Date of stay: 08/29-9/1/08 From: Downers Grove, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Drove the boat around the lake Drank beer Most remarkable thing we saw: Eagles Best place we ate: Our Cabin - filet and corned beef The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Fishing, stars, landscape Date of stay: 08/31/2008 From: Watertown, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Went fishing everyday National Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame Wilderness Walk Most remarkable thing we saw: Yearling eagles, two coyotes, SUNSETS! Best place we ate: Best pizza - Johnson's Resort The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The beauty of the lakes and surrounding areas Stories: We had a great family vacation. Looking forward to coming back soon :) Date of stay: 08/29/2008 From: Fall Creek, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Local area restaurant Lumberjack show Most remarkable thing we saw: A bear swimming Best place we ate: At our cabin, only ate out once :( The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Undeveloped land Stories: Watch out for bees! Date of stay: 08/29/2008 From: Lake Villa, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Kayak Boating Bingo Most remarkable thing we saw: Bear, eagles, caught musky, blue heron, deer. Best place we ate: Our Cabin - Chef Marc The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Johnson's Resort and staff and of course the fishing Stories: We love it here and we will be back! Date of stay: 8/23/08 From: Bedford, IN USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Fished Ate Fish Most remarkable thing we saw: The floating bogs Best place we ate: Tall Tale Tavern at Johnson's Resort The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Crappie fishing is good and walleye fishing is good. Stories: Four star service Date of stay: August 25 2008 From: Dousman, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished from canoe and dock Visited brewpubs Golfed Most remarkable thing we saw: Displays of mounts, eagles Best place we ate: Our cabin, Chicken Citrus Salad at the Landing, locally purchased meats on the grill, and great pizza at Ray Jays The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The variety of fishing that can be done Stories: We had fun cheering for the brewers at the lodge Date of stay: 08/23/08 From: Jackson, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Relaxed Fishing, jet skiing and tubing Spent time with friends and family Most remarkable thing we saw: Bear at our cabin eating the leftover oil from our fish fry Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: EVERYTHING! Stories: Best Friend Rick ran out of gas on the flowage, we had to tow him in to Johnson's Best Friend Paul fell into the flowage off of his boat. Still can't figure out how that happened Saw two overweight middle aged men wearing speedos at the pool - Scared the heck out of me. Date of stay: 8/9-16/08 From: Sussex, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Jet skiing and tubing Shopping in downtown Hayward Fishing Most remarkable thing we saw: On our way back to the cabin there was a ginormous black bear crossing the road Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The serenity of the lake and endless areas to fish. Stories: After a full day of fishing with my son, our battery power was completely gone. We were halfway to the resort, travelling in the dark, and ran out of gas. We had no oars or paddles so we used our fishing net to paddle to shore. Then my best friend (member of the P.W.T. Fishing team) towed us back. Date of stay: 8/9-16/08 From: Minneapolis, MN USA Things we did in Hayward: Swimming and pontooning Golfing Mountain biking Most remarkable thing we saw: We can't believe all the loons and eagles out on the flowage Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Being able to hop into the boat and head out on the water all day. Date of stay: 8/14/08 From: New Berlin, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Skiing Tubing Bike Riding Family bonding Most remarkable thing we saw: My sons getting along with eachother Best place we ate: Our Cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Fishing - the few people on the water Stories: Our eldest son cooked for us! Finally the boys 16 and 18 took their own fish off the hook! Date of stay: 08/2-16/08 From: Kenosha, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: National Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame Went fishing withJerry Enjoyed the loons Most remarkable thing we saw: A bear outside the cabin, an osprey snatch a dead walleye Best place we ate: Mike's Famous Fish Fry at the Tall Tale Tavern The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Loons, cabins, guests and Johnson's Resort Stories: A deer came to drink from the lake while we were fishing. An osprey grabbed Alyssa's walleye out of the lake. We got it on video! Date of stay: 8/13/2008 to 8/18/2008 From: Madison, WI USA -- webmaster Things we did in Hayward: Went for a boat ride to parts of the flowage we have never been Fished most days Went into town and visited the Candy store Yummy fudge.... Most remarkable thing we saw: A Great Blue Heron (a young one) came down and pecked at my muskie lure. Yanked it away before he got hooked! Best place we ate: R&R Bayview for breakfast, Deerfoot for Burgers, and Musky Tale for that after fishing Pizza The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: You can always find a place out of the wind! Stories: Great Blue Heron story under Most remarkable thing we saw. We also saw two bear on our trip. One ran across the road (near Johnson's resort driveway) and we saw one come down to the water's edge near Chippewa Pines. My 11 year old son had his first Muskie on his pole however the fish took the bait (surface lure) down into the weeds and shook loose. He now knows next time he must set the hook! Great vacation and can't wait till next time!! Date of stay: 8/1/08 Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Lumberjack World Championships Swimming Most remarkable thing we saw: A black bear Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The weather and the scenery Date of stay: 08/02/08 From: Rockford, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Rope swing and tubing - Bonfire every night Kayaking in the Flowage Swimming in the flowage, darts tournament Most remarkable thing we saw: Loon, deer, coyote, bald eagle, STARS Best place we ate: Local area fish fry The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: It is SO-O-O-O Big Date of stay: 08/01/08 Things we did in Hayward: Lumberjack World Championships Musky Museum Hang out at resort Most remarkable thing we saw: Lumberjack Championships and 5 otters swimming Best place we ate: Fish from the flowage in our cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Views, not built up with houses Stories: Met many good people and will be back next summer Date of stay: 08/02-8/08/08 From: Palatine, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Bon fire tubing Most remarkable thing we saw: a baby bear run across the road Best place we ate: Musky Tale The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Going fishing Stories: When we were driving a bear cub ran across the road, and then a few minutes later a buck zig zagged back and forth across the road. Date of stay: 08/02-8/8/08 From: Elwood, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Sight seeing Ate lots of ice cream at the lodge Most remarkable thing we saw: Eagles and bears Best place we ate: 3 great restaurants including Anglers Bar & Grill The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Scenery Stories: Seeing bears and bald eagles was one of the major highlights of our stay! Date of stay: 08/02/08 From: Wheeling, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished - ate - slept Wilderness Walk Kayaked 4 miles Most remarkable thing we saw: 2 different black bears, One while fishing, one eating at the birdfeeders at the lodge. Otters and at least 10 bald eagles. Best place we ate: R & R Bayview The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The scenery Stories: One of the bass we caught became so frantic trying to escape he spit his dinner of a partially digested minnow at us! Date of stay: 07/24/2008 From: Superior, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fish Golf Ate and Drank Most remarkable thing we saw: A blue heron three feet away Best place we ate: R & R Bayview Restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: R & R Bayview Stories: A really large musky almost JUMPED INTO OUR BOAT Date of stay: 07/24/2008 From: Superior, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Campfires Drink Took the kids to the beach Most remarkable thing we saw: Shooting star Best place we ate: R & R The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: R & R Stories: Too many to list here Date of stay: 07/25/08 From: South Range, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Spent time at the beach Spent time on the islands/boat Spent time at the campfire reminiscing Most remarkable thing we saw: The musky jumping out of the water after the seaweed stuck on my line Best place we ate: "Our cabins - each cabin had a night for cooking, so we always have something new to eat without dishwasing every night." The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The wildlife Stories: "My daughter is 2 1/2. She wanted me to carry her so the bear didn't get her. She happened to be wearing her favorite Kitty pajamas. She said The bear will come out of the woods and say 'Hi, do you have kitties on your jammies?' It was so funny. The flowage sure gets her imagination going!" Date of stay: 06/25/2008 From: Plain, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: We fished on the Chippewa Flowage We canoed on the Namekagon RIver We attended the Musky Fest Art Fair Most remarkable thing we saw: We saw deer wading in the water and munching on greens from the water. Best place we ate: Our favorite pizza spot is Coop's in Hayward The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: After 18 years of vacationing at Reeder's Recess Resort we are still awed by the breath taking natural beauty and appreciate the natural environment rather than development. Stories: "We canoed the Namekagon River for the second year. We again rented from Lee at a local canoe rental busines. He remembered us as the couple who capsized last year. We assured him we were more experienced. Unbelieveably, we capsized again and lost a paddle (and sandal)When we ran into a fallen tree we happily recovered our lost paddle (and sandal!)The landing at Springbrook did not go happily however and we lost the newly found sandal and paddle again. Lee says he will customize a route for us next year! We can hardly wait." Date of stay: 06/25/2008 From: Plain, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: We fished on the Chippewa Flowage Date of stay: 07/05/2008 From: Danforth, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: "Boat, fish, swim, etc." "Relax, relax, relax." "Rest, rest, rest." Most remarkable thing we saw: Saw our first bear and one pretty large pine snake. Best place we ate: "R & R Bayview, The Landing" The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: "The wild natural beauty, and animals" Stories: It is a very nice place to say. We had a great time. Thank you. :) Date of stay: 06/26/08 From: Denver, CO USA Things we did in Hayward: Visit family Fish/Musky Fest Drink Most remarkable thing we saw: Eagles and constellations Best place we ate: R & R Bayview Date of stay: 06/26/08 From: Denver, CO USA Things we did in Hayward: Visit family Fish/Musky Fest Date of stay: 06/18/2008 From: Milwaukee, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Lots of fishing Spending time with family Most remarkable thing we saw: A BIG musky in the net! An eagle feeding it's young in a nest. Best place we ate: R & R Bayview Restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The feeling of being in the wilderness Stories: Saw bear walk through our resort Saw loons everywhere! Date of stay: 07/24-8/2/08 From: Hickory Hills, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Everyday Went rope swinging and beaching Went kayaking through James Lake Most remarkable thing we saw: Stars at night. WOW! Best place we ate: Cooking in the cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: It's natural beauty Date of stay: 07/24-8/2/08 From: Hickory Hills, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Everyday Went rope swinging and beaching Went kayaking through James Lake Most remarkable thing we saw: Stars at night. WOW! Date of stay: 7/12-7/19/08 From: Franklin, WI USA Things we did in Hayward: Fish Relax by pool and soak up the sun Visited Hayward Most remarkable thing we saw: "Baby loon with parents, turkeys and a coyote" Best place we ate: Treeland Pizza The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Fish Stories: "We caught a great string of Northerns, smallmouth bass, perch in a matter of 45 minutes on Cranberry Lake with frog lures." Date of stay: 7/12/08 to 7/19/08 From: Trego/Chetek, WI USA -- Hartwig Things we did in Hayward: Tubing Flea Market Frisbee golfing Most remarkable thing we saw: "While tubing saw small birds chasing an eagle, deer, large clam shells, a train going over a bridge, ducks" Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Johnson's Resort Stories: Nearly cut in half by a log while tubing the Namekagon! All left rested and in one piece. Also saw a coyote! Date of stay: 7/12/08 to 7/19/08 From: Lake Villa, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Danced in the rain Took our dogs to different islands to swim - had a blast Most remarkable thing we saw: "Tree stumps poking out of 23' deep water, and a wolf by the side of the road" The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Sunsets - full moon reflecting on the water and the beautiful colors as the sunsets below the tree tops. Stories: "Wildlife we saw: Wolf,eagle, turkey vulture, deer,eagle getting fish from water, loons, rabbits, chipmunks, blue heron, and a little friend who kept going by the stairs to the cabin - a chunky toad" Date of stay: 06/07/2008 to 06/21/2008 From: LaGrange, IL USA -- Marcinkowski Things we did in Hayward: Played no Limit Poker Tournament at LCO Fed a deer at Wilderness Walk Saw a bear climb a tree outside of our cabin Most remarkable thing we saw: There was a camel at Wilderness Walk Best place we ate: "Deerfoot burgers, Anglers Pizza, Johnson's Ice Cream" The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Spending time with the people I care about in the most beautiful place in the world. Stories: On our last beautiful night here Rick started up a campfire and cooked up some tasty hot dogs and marshmallows for s'mores over the flames. It was the perfect last goodbye to a perfect vacation. Date of stay: 06/07/2008-06/21/2008 From: LaGrange, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Poker Tourney at Casino Lumberjack show Wilderness walk Most remarkable thing we saw: a bear on the dock within 10 feet of the cabin Best place we ate: Chippewa Inn - Anglers The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The feeling of being far from the everyday life. It was truly relaxing. Stories: "Ate at Famous Daves for the first time ever, even though we have them all around us at home. Everyday brought fun, relaxation, and much needed just get away from everything time." Date of stay: 06/14/2008 - 06/28/2008 From: Hawthorne Woods, IL USA -- Bodett Family Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Relaxing Wilderness Walk Most remarkable thing we saw: The BEAR Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The natural beauty Stories: When we were walking by the pool we saw the bear. He had a brown face and he was black. Date of stay: 06/21/08 to 06/27/08 From: Stevens Point, WI USA -- Dunahee Family Things we did in Hayward: Explored Cable WI Mini Golf Wandered downtown Hayward Most remarkable thing we saw: The loons. We always love watching and listening to them. Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: "Simply relaxing, so peaceful especially early in the morning and after sunset." Stories: This was our first stay at a resort and it was great. We saw loons with a recently hatched baby on a parents' back. The adult would swim out from under the baby and look for food. The baby would swim to the other adult. After the first adult surfaced the second parent swam out from under the baby and the baby swam to the first adult. This continued for quite a while. Date of stay: 07/05/2008 to 07/12/2008 From: New Berlin, IL USA -- Wooldridge Family Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Wilderness Walk Lumberjack Show Most remarkable thing we saw: A small black bear treed by George the camp dog. Best place we ate: Lumberjack Village The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Catching good sized small mouth 16 1/2. Seeing an eagle on the water in front of the cottage. All the beautiful loons. Stories: Bob was bringing the fish out of the water by the boat. He couldn't believe how heavy it was. When he pulled it out of the water there was a HUGE snapping turtle hanging on to the live net. Date of stay: 06/21/08 to 6/28/08 From: Niles, IL USA -- Szatkowski Family Things we did in Hayward: Went to fudge shop went fishing went swimming Most remarkable thing we saw: The bear in the tree Best place we ate: Chippewa Inn Stories: We saw an eagle swoop down and grab a fish Date of stay: 07/02/08 to 7/05/08 From: Dodge Center, MN USA -- Snyder Family Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Relaxing Relaxing Most remarkable thing we saw: "Beautiful area, resort" The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The beautiful wilderness Stories: Just about the big one that got away Date of stay: 6/21/08 to 7/5/08 From: Naperville, IL USA -- Gillespie Family Things we did in Hayward: Relaxed Drank and Ate Fished Most remarkable thing we saw: Young black bear sniffing my car outside our window Best place we ate: Local area restaurant Stories: The young black bear was sniffing our car. George the camp dog chased the bear up a tree outside the lodge. From: Elgin, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fish Most remarkable thing we saw: Eagle picking up fish from the lake. Baby loon on back of a large loon. Best place we ate: Local area restaurant The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: The northwoods! Date of stay: 06/28/08 to 7/05/08 From: Lake In The Hills, IL USA -- Maranto Family Things we did in Hayward: Fished Bought Chocolates Sue's Hot Dogs and Mini Golf Most remarkable thing we saw: "Eagles, deer, view the stars at night, some BIG fish" Best place we ate: In the cabin The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Great Fishing Date of stay: 06/28/08 to 07/12/08 From: Medina, MN USA -- Frawley Family Things we did in Hayward: Fishing Resort Olympics Picnic on an island Most remarkable thing we saw: Graves from when the flowage was still land Best place we ate: Robin's Nest The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: Seeing all the people who have been coming the for the past 7 years same as us Date of stay: 07/05/08 to 07/12/08 From: Bloomington, IL USA Things we did in Hayward: Fished Ate Fished Most remarkable thing we saw: Eagles and loons with babies Best place we ate: On the picnic tables The best thing about the Chippewa Flowage is: It is such a beautiful place Copyright © Chippewa Flowage Resort Association 1996-2008. 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