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1 Fall Ride for MDA u (Sept. 15) 2012 OPEN HOUSE Come join us & watch the Thunder Parade u Great Food, Fun & Spirits Tomahawk Fall Ride For MDA September 14-16, 2012 Lodging available w/private baths Call WinterBerry Dining: ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Buffets while supplies last All buffets include dessert and beverages (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, milk, soda, juice). Sat. Brunch Buffet Made to Order Omelets 7-10am Serving Lunch Daily Sept a.m. - 3 p.m. Tomahawk Fall Ride 611 S. Kaphaem Rd. Craving Great Mexican? Factory Tour Try These... Sat. Night Dinner Buffet (Prime Rib, Shrimp, Broasted Chicken) 5-8:30pm Sun. Breakfast Buffet Made to Order Omelets 7-10am W2540 Pickerel Creek Road (off Cty. Rd. A) Tomahawk, WI Phone: treehaven@uwsp.edu K&K Rivers Edge W4011 Cty. Rd. A, Tomahawk (On Lake Alice East of Bridge) FR11 TRE200 Must be 12 years of age or older to tour facility & fully enclosed shoes are required. Baja Beef Burrito Sante Fe Chicken Burrito Chimis and the BEST Chicken or Steak Fajitas In Wisconsin WELCOME BIKERS The BEST Margaritas in the North! Official Poker Run Stop BEER Hwy. 51 & Y, Hazelhurst Open 7 days a 11 a.m. Welcome Bikers FR12 WAT400 ABB Robotic Display Harley-Davidson Merchandise Demo Fleet returns to SARA Park WI State Patrol Skills Demo/ Safety Talks Fri. & Sat., Sept :30-11:30 a.m. All Proceeds Donated To MDA 706 N. Fourth St., Tomahawk Special Fall Ride Hours 5:30 a.m. - Midnight Friday & Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Sunday Gas Groceries Beer HAR250 Tomahawk "Where Learning Comes Naturally" Plan B FR12 HAR250 8 p.m. Sat. FR12 K&K st Annual p.m. Older 8Thurs. Budwiser (Sept. 13&&Fri.14) Go Enjoy a N relaxing experience W Spray tan booth adds beautiful natural looking color Official Guide Published by the Tomahawk Leader N 4th St., Ste. 107, Tomahawk, WI Servicing motorcycles, snowmobiles & ATVs since 1990 Pro-Motor Sports, Inc N. 32nd Ave., Wausau, WI West of I-39 just North of Wausau, exit Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8am-6pm; Sat. 8am-12 Noon; Sun. Closed NEW! Tomahawk Computer (715) W. Wisconsin Ave., Tomahawk, WI Buy Sell Repair Next to the Movie Theater FR12 TOM powers of water, heat & massage Parts Clothing Helmets Tires Tune-ups OEM oils & parts for... o $avings r $election t $ervice h Tomahawk FR12 TWL-100 SCONSIN Tomahawk, WI W AquaMED massage bed combines healing FR12 XYZ600 september 13-16, 2012 mix of heat & steam FR12 TBS150 W 2 Tanning beds 12 minute high pressure beds W Hydration Station skin therapy innovative Factory trained authorized center since 2003 Stop in for a FREE bottle of water! Warehouse Liquor LoW C ons i stent P r i ces E v ery DaY North of the Bridge FR12 HAR N. 4th St., Tomahawk Open 7 Days a week at 8 AM AUT200 FR12

2 PFEIFER RD PIPER ST S 2ND ST CEMETERY RD E 8TH ST BLISS ST TIMM ST SWAN RD PINE RIDGE LN NORTH FOURTH ST S 4TH ST N 9TH ST CHARLOTTE ST BRADLEY FARM RD CHANDLER ST Tomahawk Fall Ride 31 st Anniversary Bubba s Big Party Wed. thru Sun., Sept , 2012 SITE: On Hwy. L, 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 8, Tomahawk WI (Nokomis Town Park) LIVE MUSIC featuring... Sammy Kershaw Friday Night A night of UnforgETTABLE Country Black Frog with Tommy Greywolf Formerly of Brooks & Dunn Lukyn Skywyrd A Great Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Band Howard Guitar Luedtke And The Blue Max Band Storm Tomahawk s Very Own - FEATURing Jeff Calhoun Also: Tuck Pence and Many More For more information, visit Free Camping (With Concert Ticket) ~ Available at the door ~ NEW 200 acre level grassy campground Top Hats Motorcycle Rodeo! Hot Rod & Custom Car Show! Lawn Tractor & Barstool Races! Huge Vendor & Trade Show Area! Welcome Bikers! PIK S PUB TUCK PENCE Thurs., Sept p.m a.m. Bobby Evans & Alimony Band Fri., Sept p.m. Slab Sat., Sept p.m.-1 a.m. Rodeo Saloon Deck Doug & Coda Fri., Sept. 14 1:30-5:30 p.m. Dirty Device Sat., Sept :30-4:30 p.m. on 4th street & Wisconsin Ave. Fri., Sept. 14 7:30-11:30 p.m. Sassy Magoo Sat., Sept. 15-4:30-8:30 p.m. D Railers Live Music Downtown Tomahawk Daily Pancake Breakfast by Fire Dept.! Christian Motorcycle Assn. Daily Church Services! Paved Bike Parking! FR12 PPD100 FR12 PIK400/ROD200 City Of Tomahawk DAM RD NELSON LN PRIDE ST WHEELER RD 51 LEATHER ST Id 1. A&J Sports Bar & Grill 2. American Legion 3. Best Western, Tomahawk 4. Blue Eagle Trikes 5. Bottoms Up 6. BP/McDonalds 7. Brown Barn Bath 8. Bubba s Big Party 9. Charlie s Self Service 10. Chip s 11. Diamond Inn DIVISION ST COEY PL JAECKS RD Phillips OLD BRIDGE ST M URPHY AV BRIDGE S T TRIMBERGER AV BRONSTED ST VINK ST ADA AV COLLINS ST W SOMO AV LAVIGNE ST MARINETTE ST CONSERVATION ST FOREST PL W NORTH AV COOLIDGE ST W SOMO AV RAILWAY ST W P UTNAM ST S ROOSEVELT ST MC KINLEY W MOHAWK DR W RICE AV WILSON ST MARY ST TOMAHAWK AV W WATER ST W RIVER AV W LINCOLN AV W WASHIGTON AV W WISCONSIN AV SPIRIT AV E RICE AV MERRILL AV E RIVER AV W PROSPECT AV E PROSPECT AV S 3RD ST W ANNA ST MORREN ST MENOMINEE ST v Lake Mohawkskin Mohawksin Bradley Park?é I SARA Park Rib Lake 12. Great Lakes Foods 13. Gwynedd Saddlery 14. Happy Snapper 15. Happy Quacker 16. Harley-Davidson Kaphaem Plant 17. Harley-Davidson, Wausau 18. Harrison s Oasis LLC 19. Hank s Truck 20. Henkel s Town Pump Bar & Grill 21. Holiday Station Store 36 Ministry Sacred Heart Hospital Kº ONEIDA DR MARKS ST W MILLS ST WILSON ST 22. Hot Leathers 23. Hupy & Abraham 24. J&S Jacks 25. K&K Rivers Edge 26. K&L Hog House 27. Kelley Castle 28. Lake of the Torches 29. Lincoln County Cycles 30. Lincoln Lager Barleyfest 31. Little Musky On The Hill 32. Loaders Bar & Grill WATER PARK RD E LINCOLN AV E WASHIGTON AV E WISCONSIN AV S 5TH ST W PLEASANT ST E HICKEY AV NORTH FOURTH ST Ì W MOHAWK DR 57 To County Y ROAD 27 BIRCH WOO D AV DEER PARK RD S 6TH ST AMORY DR HILLCREST DR BRIEF ST To N 7TH ST 10TH ST PARK AV CHARLENE AV CHARLES AV CHERYL AV E MOHAWK DR Wisconsin River Ir 33. Mary s Hangout 34. MDA SARA Park 35. Miller Lite 36. Ministry Sacred Heart/ Ministry Health Care 37. Nelson s County Market 38. North Star Mohican Casino 39. Northbay Pharmacy & Photo Center 40. Northern Lights Harley-Davidson To County L ROAD Somo Plant 1 49 Hwy. 107 North 51 to Minocqua/Hazelhurst?é Ì 41. Northern Bear Antiques 42. Norlen Inc. 43. Nutzee s 44. Pellet Stove Junction 45. Pik s Pub/Rodeo Saloon 46. Pine Cone Ranch 47. Pro-Motor Sports 48. Riiser s R-Store 49. Road Lake Pub 50. Rodeway Inn & Suites & Convention Center 51. Somo Beach Resort KING RD HENRY ST PLANTA TION AV SOUTH VIEW DR SCHOOL RD E ACRES CR Muskellunge 86 BOWEN RD 51 County North D ROAD COOKS CR Merrill THIELER DR VOERMAN ST CEDAR AV SPRICE AV The information depicted on this map is a compilation of public record information including aerial photography and other base maps. No warranty is made, express or implied, as to the accuracy of the information used. The data layers are a representation of current data to the best of our knowledge and may contain errors. It is not a legally recorded map and cannot be substituted for field-verified information. Map may be reproduced with permission of the G.I.S. Division in the Lincoln County Land Information and Conservation Department. Errors should be reported to the address, or phone provided. Address: Att: Scott M. Galetka Land Information and Conservation Department 1106 East 8 th Street Merrill, WI Phone: (715) Sgaletka@co.lincoln.wi.us Copyright 2006 Produced Spirit Lake Bar 53. Statton s General Store 54. Subway 55. The Bronzing Studio 56. Tomahawk Auto Rebuilders 57. Tomahawk Chamber 58. Tomahawk Community Bank 59. Tomahawk Computer 60. Tomahawk Family Restaurant Kaphaem Plant CASH RD 16 KINGS HILL DR Comfort Dr Kaphaem Rd South Wausau 61. Tomahawk Leader 62. Tomahawk Main Street 63. Tomahawk Warehouse Liquor 64. Torbleau Trikes Inc. 65. Treehaven 66. Twin Bay 67. Vacationland Realty 68. Watering Hole 69. Wonder Car Wash BEST WESTERN LAKE AIRE Your hosts: Jim & Paula Fieri Large Sun Deck Boat Docking Gas Grill Beach Cable TV Swimming Free High Speed Internet Continental Breakfast For Reservations CALL: or For More Information WRITE: Best Western Lake-Aire N11925 Cty. Hwy. L, Tomahawk, WI FR12 BES200 Fri., Sat. & Sun. Breakfast 8 a.m. Great Sandwiches, Homemade Pizza & Friday Night Fish LIVE MUSIC Friday 9 p.m. Brian Bethke Saturday 9 p.m. Roo Rundle Hwy. CC to Somo Dam Drive OR Hwy. 86 West to Zenith Tower Rd. Follow The Signs! N10750 Somo Lake Drive FR12 SOM250 Hwy. 51 In Hazelhurst Wed.-Sun. 7am-Close 7am Lunch 11am - 4pm Dinner 4pm - Close Thursday Pork Roast Special $ 8.99 Friday 6 different fish specials Saturday Prime Rib, Duck Sunday Serving 11am - Close All-U-Can-Eat Chicken $ 8.99 Lunch Specials Available 11-4 Dinners Include Soup or Salad Bar, Potato, Homemade Bread, & Kneecap Cabins, Camping & Full Service Bar Best Bloody Mary in the Northwoods (715) Bar Specials Welcome Bikers Live Music Saturday Night Irene Keenan Serving Breakfast Friday & Saturday 9-11 a.m. Join Us On The Water Happy Snapper Located on the Wisconsin River Hwy FR12 DIA200 FR12 HAP100 FR12 SAI250

3 welcome bikers welcome bikers Your 1 1 Stop Fall Ride Headquarters Located behind Crossroads Mobil on Comfort Dr. EXIT #229 Live Music Friday & Saturday during the day. Vendors & Food Cycle Service and Accessories Custom Motor Work Come see the Exclusive Man Cave NTowing Available NMotor Work NFull Line of Parts & Accessories NCustom Bikes NJewelry NATV Trail Registration NAttire NRain Gear NService Interval Requirements NCertified Mechanics NFull Line of Tires - Dunlop, Metzeler Authorized Dealer for: Mid-USA, Drag Specialties, Parts Unlimited, Tucker Rocky, Daytona Helmets, Curv Sunglasses 1735 Comfort Drive, Tomahawk, WI Phone: 715/ Fax: 715/ Mike Messinger - Owner FR12 LIN425

4 2 Feel the Northwoods Rumble Welcome to 31 st annual Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDA By Abigail Bostwick Special for the Tomahawk Leader Whether it s motorcycles, friends or entertainment that brings you rolling into town for the 31 st annual Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association), welcome! Tomahawk is pleased to be your host during this year s Fall Ride, Wisconsin s largest northern motorcycle rally. It began more than three decades ago with just a small group of friends looking for fantastic fall leaf viewing. Today, it s grown to a full-throttle event that draws in 40,000-plus riders and enthusiasts to this small town of just over 3,000 people. Our city is home to two Harley-Davidson factories and we also boast a charming downtown, city and surrounding area full of businesses anxious to welcome you. There is a lot to see and do during your visit. Refer WELCOME Continued on Page 4 Charlie s Self Service 434 S. Tomahawk Ave., Tomahawk, WI Open 5:30 a.m. 11 p.m Hour Pay At The Pump Shell FR12 CHA150 Welcome Bikers! 91 Octane No Ethanol Snacks, Gas, Oil, Beverages & Supplies Road Lake FRIDAY Fish Fry, Full Menu or All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Karaoke & DJ 10pm-Close SATURDAY Pub & Grill Formerly Big Moose Prime Rib, Full Menu or All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Karaoke & DJ 10pm-Close Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8am-Noon Breakfast Buffet All-You-Can-Eat Al & Aritha are back! N8796 Hwy S, Tomahawk FR12 RLP100

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6 4 WELCOME Continued from Page 2 to the daily Activities section and ads in this Official Tomahawk Fall Ride Guide for a sampling. This highly-anticipated motorcycle rally boasts not only strong numbers but strong supporters of MDA. Events at SARA Park Friday and Saturday are hosted directly by MDA and include 2013 Harley-Davidson demo rides, live auction, official Fall Ride merchandise, HOG pin stop and more. The Fall Ride serves as the biggest fundraiser for the regional MDA, each year raising around $100,000 that goes toward research and benefitting families in the area suffering from the disease. Since the MDA became the official beneficiary of the Fall Ride, well over $1 million has been raised, with events taking place at SARA Park, and through contributions made by other organizations and individuals. Enjoy live music, food, old and new friends, and motorcycles in downtown Tomahawk Friday and Saturday. Vendors are stationed downtown and in other parts of the city throughout the weekend. Find great food, motorcycle goods and Fall Ride memorabilia. Many taverns throughout Tomahawk and the surrounding Northwoods host additional live music WELCOME Continued on Page 6 Organic Fruits and Vegetables Fresh Organic Bakery Gluten Free Products Organic Grass Fed Meats Organic Dairy Products Holistic Dog Food Organic & Gluten Free Beer & Wine Organic & Natural Health & Beauty Products Hours: Mon - Fri 8-6 Sat N. Prospect on the corner of Hwy. 107 & Prospect St. Merrill, WI Custom Motorcycle Painting auto, rv & truck body repair & painting TOMAHAWK AUTO REBUILDERSINC. family owned&operated 529 S. tomahawk ave fax FR12 TOM220 FR12 TYH-100

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8 6 WELCOME Continued from Page 4 throughout the weekend. Don t miss the Thunder Parade Friday evening where hundreds of bikes take a jaunt through the Northwoods past onlookers and well-wishers and end up downtown for a street dance. Bubba s Big Party in Nokomis kicks off with earlybird specials and non-stop entertainment from music to lawnmower races and an array of vendors. Camping is offered on the grounds and the fun goes through until Sunday. While you re in the Northwoods, take the opportunity to see the changing fall colors. Scenic rides await from State Hwy. 107 to Merrill or Hwy. D to Harrison Hills towards Gleason. Take the bike down State Highway 86 West towards Timm s Hill, Wisconsin s highest point, and stop in for a breathtaking view. MDA also offers poker runs as well as a Rumble through the Wood pledge ride through scenery filled with woods, water and wildlife. As an added benefit, funds go towards their worthy cause. Drop down the kickstand and stay a while. Enjoy safe riding and your time spent here during this year s 31st Fall Ride for MDA. Welcome Fall Riders! ATM 24 Hr. Pay At The Pump Ice Bait Tackle Beer ~ Liquor ~ Groceries ~Guns & Ammo Northwoods Store 9578 Hwy. K, Tomahawk (corner of Hwy. 51 & Hwy. K) Hours: Daily 6 a.m.- 7 p.m. Biker Friendly! The Office It s A Bar 662 Grand Ave. Schofield, WI FR12 OFF100 FR12 NOR575

9 Typo says, Cat-ch ya in Tomahawk Fall Ride memorabilia stickers now available You ve seen them at Sturgis! Now you can buy a bit of easy-carry memorabilia from the Tomahawk Fall Ride stickers! This year s selection will include local celebrity, Typo, the Tomahawk Leader Office Cat, dressed up in motorcycle garb and uttering a cat-chy phrase. There s also an official keepsake sticker celebrating the 2012 Tomahawk (WI) Fall Ride for MDA. Outlets will be around town, but 7 Typo definitely stop by the Tomahawk Leader office, 315 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, Sept , for the best selection. Quantities are limited. Orders also can be placed by sending a self-addressed, stamped return envelope to: Tomahawk Leader, P.O. Box 345, Tomahawk, WI or call to place a phone order. Check for more details. Open 7 Days a Week 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Smoke Free 1020 N. 4th Street - Tomahawk, WI Tel. (715) All items available for carry-out with no extra charge Serving Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner FR12 TOM225 Let Us Handle Your Estate Auction In-House Here or at Your Home Cars - Trucks Guns - Rifles Collections Northern Bear Auctions Downtown Tomahawk Antiques Real Estate Etc No Estate too Big or too Small Antiques & Collectibles In-Store Downtown Tomahawk Buy Sell Consign Auction FR NOR-751

10 8 Forget your prescription? northbay pharmacy Let us fill it for you! 686 N. 4th St., Tomahawk HOURS: Mon. 8:30-7:30, T-F 8:30-5:30; Sat. 9-2; Sun. 9-Noon FR12 BLU-101 FR12 NOR Highway C Sayner, WI Barry Vandertie Kathy Holbrook (715) Cell (715) Hank s Truck & Trailer REPAIR, LLC 526 S. Tomahawk Ave. P.O. Box 272 Tomahawk, WI Ready! Set! Ride! We ll get your trailer ready... For when you re ready to RIDE! Our technicians provide the highest level of service. J Welding - aluminum & steel J Tires J Road Side Service J Maintenance J Repair J Quick Reliable Service FR12 HAN-200

11 9 Tour Harley-Davidson Kaphaem Road Factory Harley-Davidson s Tomahawk Operations plant at 611 S. Kaphaem Road will host an Open House Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors will be able to tour the facility, including windshield operations, paint lines and injection mold hall. An ABB Robotic Cell display will be included. Refreshments will be provided. Admission is free. Guidelines and safety recommendations: Visitors must wear fully enclosed, low-heeled shoes. Children under age 12 are welcome in the tour center, but are not permitted on the factory tour. Tomahawk has 2 plants The company s Tomahawk Operations manufacture, finish and ship windshields, composite and plastic parts such as tour paks, saddle bags and fairings for Original Equipment, and Parts and Accessories. The Tomahawk locations include Kaphaem Road off Hwy. 86 near the Hwy. 51 bypass Exit 229 and Somo Avenue. Nunnikhoven Art Stone Phone nartstone@aol.com FR12 NUN-101 See our Motorcycle Collection at Lincoln Co. Cycles & Bubba s Big Bash Check out our unique cast stone products and metal art still the best sirloin burger in the northwoods Fall Ride Specials MadFriday Dog2pmMurphy to 6pm Grill Open Late FR12 XYZ400 Hwy. 51 N & Hwy. 70 E, Arbor Vitae, WI

12 10 Few changes at this year s Fall Ride MDA fights 43 muscledamaging diseases By Abigail Bostwick The Tomahawk Fall Ride brings riders in for a reason: to fight against and find treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy. The Ride s longtime beneficiary is the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), with representatives manning events at SARA Park for several years now. This year we are trying something new, notes Hanna Engebretson, MDA. Whereas in years past, ongoings started up at SARA Park Thursday afternoon, this year they will not begin until Friday morning. They will continue through Saturday, ending with a live concert and drawing for the winner of the Harley-Davidson raffle bike, Daytona trip and various other poker runs and contests. Saturday will include the third annual Pledge Ride. For $20, riders will go on the ride, get a t-shirt and support the cause. All events will be held outside. There will be a heated tent and a variety of live music, food and clothing vendors, official Fall Ride merchandise, Harley-Davidson demo rides including the 2013 anniversary models, HOG pin stop and more. Saturday evening Vic Ferrari will take the stage. New this year will be Bike Games Friday and Saturday where riders can test their skills and compete for a chance to win $100. Consult the Activities List in the center of this Guide for a complete list of MDA SARA Park events, details and times. The only place to support MDA is really at SARA Park, notes Engebretson. Over the years, the Fall Ride has raised well in excess of $1 million for MDA. This is one of our biggest events for the year and it really helps us meet our budget and support families living with muscular dystrophy, Engebretson observes. The cause Continued on Page 12 K e n & L u a n n W e l c o m e Y o u T o T h e K & L Hog House Mile Marker Hwy 51 IRMA, WI Food - Bonfire FREE Camping F a l l R i d e H o u r s : W e d. - S u n. O p e 1 0 a m FR12 HOG-100

13 Pine Cone Ranch Resort 11 Located on Crystal Lake Ultra-Modern Clean Cabins Wonderful picture perfect sunsets Located in a quiet tall pines setting Our guests become family Listen to the loons Everything you need for an Up North Vacation N11668 Lamer Road, Tomahawk, WI PIN600 FR12 Bootleggers WELCOME FALL RIDERS Fall Ride Weekend Special Menu Serving Hours: 4-10 p.m. FR12 BOO Indian Pine Point Rd. off Hwy. L ON LAKE NOKOMIS Tomahawk, WI Featuring A Large Deck Overlooking Beautiful Lake Nokomis Supper Club LAKE NOKOMIS Great Food & Drinks Casual Dress 1920s Atmosphere WELCOME RIDERS TO THE Tomahawk Fall Ride For MDA WATCH FOR FALL RIDE PICTURES ONLINE AT Official Guide Published by the Tomahawk, WI

14 12 The Cause Continued from Page 10 MDA supports cutting-edge neuromuscular research MDA is the nation s largest nongovernmental funder of scientific research seeking treatments and cures for more than 40 neuromuscular diseases. MDA-supported researchers have discovered the genes underlying nearly all of the diseases in MDA s program, and are at the forefront of therapy development for these devastating disorders. In 2010, MDA funded some 330 medical and scientific research teams around the world. Using a revolutionary gene-mapping technology, in 1986 MDA-supported researchers pinpointed the gene responsible for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. This discovery launched a new era in scientific research for all diseases. MDA-funded basic research helped lead to the creation in 2006 of a lifesaving enzyme-replacement therapy for Pompe disease. Before this treatment, infants born with Pompe disease died within their first few years of life. MDA and the ALS Therapy Development Institute have launched the single largest drug discovery project in history for ALS (Lou Gehrig s disease). Food Staples Beer Brats Cheese Specialty Foods Saddlery Hunter Jumper Dressage Gwynedd Saddlery At Irma Hill Corner of I-39 (Hwy. 51) and H Irma, WI (just south of Tomahawk) or Where the extraordinary IS the ordinary! Artisan Gallery & Sitting Room Gifts FR12 GWY100 Select Outdoor Clothing & Bait

15 13 FR12 WIL-100 HAMBURGERS WELCOME BIKERS! Charbroiled, Pure Beef Burgers Ice Cream Drive Thru Dine In Carry Out 1203 E. 3rd St., Merrill FR12 CHI100 Being a leader of innovation and design, Torbleau Trikes builds you a worry free conversion. Call us today for the trike of your dreams! Trike Conversions for all Makes of Motorcycles Competitive Pricing Two Year Unlimited Warranty Custom Fabrication Available Phone: Business Park Circle Stoughton, WI torbleautrikes@sbcglobal.net Torbleau Trikes, inc. FR12 TOR-100

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17 WELCOME MDA FALL RIDERS 15 Serving Food 11am - 9:30pm Specializing in Broasted Chicken, Steaks, Seafood & Ribs Nightly Specials Friday Fish Fry Saturday the Best Prime Rib in the Northwoods Sunday Broasted Chicken Includes soup & salad bar Bar Open 11 a.m.-close Don & Deb Ziemanski Hwy. B Harrison Hills Located On ATV and Snowmobile Trails FR12 DEN-100 Be sure to stop by Leather Jackets Chaps Boots and More! 34 South Brown Street Downtown Rhinelander FR12 NUT100 Denim & Leather Exchange Have a Safe Fall Ride!! Special Edition Soaps for Rally Weekend! Bring this ad to my booth at Pellet Stove Junction for 10% off your purchase Handcrafted Body Products & Home Fragrance scentability@tds.net Phone: Website: Facebook: facebook.com/scentability Locally owned - Locally Made in Small Batches New to the Northwoods Cold Process and Glycerin Soaps Body Products, etc. Custom Orders Welcome FR12 SCE101

18 16 Thunder Parade ride of a lifetime for disabled, visually impaired By Jed Buelow Tomahawk Leader City Editor jbuelow@tomahawkleader.com Leading the pack of hundreds of motorcyclists expected to take part in this year s big Thunder Parade Friday evening, Sept. 14 will be a group experiencing the ride of their lives. Now in its 10 th year, the Tomahawk Lions Club and members of the Northern Lights Harley Owners Group (HOG), Harley Organization 5598 of Arbor Vitae, are again offering those visually impaired or who otherwise might not be able to ride the opportunity to lead the pack during this year s parade. For the past decade the Lions have been matching those visually impaired with HOG riders so they could experience the rumble of the road. Last year, the event was expanded to include seniors on Medicaid/disability. We are hoping it continues to grow and more PARADE Continued on Page 17 Tomahawk s Complete Super Market Liquor Cigarettes Full Service Deli Fresh Bakery Floral ATM Citizens Bank We Accept Master Card Visa Debit Cards TYME Open 24 Hours 7 Days A Week 662 North 4th St., Tomahawk FR12 NEL240

19 PARADE Continued from Page seniors take advantage of the opportunity as the word gets out, event organizer and Lions member Orrin Kolberg says. Up to 25 have the chance to ride along. People who have enjoyed the ride in the past have commented on hearing the cheering crowds and getting to experience the ride itself as something they will long remember. Kolberg says the experience is why the Blind Ride began a decade ago. He adds, the expression on the faces of those taking part says it all, including the drivers and passengers alike. The 18-mile Thunder Parade starts with the lineup at the Tomahawk School Complex at 5 p.m. Those wanting to hitch a ride with HOG members are invited to line-up at around 5:30 p.m., or individuals are encouraged to register in advance by contacting Kolberg at or o.kolberg@ frontier.com. A blessing of the bikes takes place at 5:55 p.m. with Thunder Parade to follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to take part in the annual ride that snakes through area back roads before concluding in the downtown just before the start of the Friday evening street dance. Friday Night 7pm - 11pm Under the Big Top in Back Donny Pick & The Road Band Rock-n-Blues Saturday 8pm - 12am Under the Big Top in Back Highway 414 Classic Rock & Blues Homemade Pizza Gyros Italian Beef Steak Sandwiches Burritos Nachos Outdoor Bar 1 mile South of Bubba s Big Party 2173 County L Tomahawk, WI TWI200 FR12 $1 Dollar Tacos Thur-Sat

20 18 Prairie Rapids Tavern LLC Outdoor Tent Hot Food: Noon - Close Live Music: Friday & Saturday Evenings Prairie Rapids Rd., Tomahawk Come Join the Fun! Meet the new owners Michelle & Tim Prairie Rapids Tavern LLC FR12 PRT-100 Full service restaurant with indoor eating & drive-thru LIQUOR - WINE - BEER CENTER Pay at pump w/credit card 24 hours a day Diesel Fuel & Off-Road Diesel Fuel Gas & Convenience Store LP Gas Exchange Laser Wash 4000 Touchless Automatic Car Wash 1329 N. Fourth St. Tomahawk, WI FR12 AMO200 MCD100 FR12 PPD-100

21 19 FR12 TOM450 For Your Convenience... ATM L o c a t i o n s Drive-Up Facility at the Intersection of North 4th St. & East Somo Avenue Tomahawk School Complex For the Softer Side of any woman. Handmade Bath & Body Luxuries Our exclusive, luxury spa-quality bath and body products are handmade right here in Wisconsin! The Brown Barn Bath Company 119 W. Wisconsin Ave Mon.-Sat. 10-6; Sun FR12 BBB-100

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24 22 RAFFLE PRIZES Win Custom-Painted 2012 Motorcycle or Daytona Bike Week Vacation Here s your chance to win a custom-painted 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Custom as first prize in this year s annual Fall Ride Raffle. The prize has been donated by Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Tomahawk Operations. Second prize is a 2013 Daytona Bike Week Weekend Vacation that includes hotel and airfare for two. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20, with all proceeds benefitting the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The raffle drawing takes place sometime after noon Saturday, Sept. 15 in the entertainment tent at SARA Park. One must be 18 years or older to purchase a ticket or claim the prize. Tomahawk Regional Chamber of Commerce Welcomes MDA Riders Schedule of Events /16 Annual Venison Feed 11/24 Christmas Parade & Winter Wonderland /16 Taste of Tomahawk 5/3 Spring Swing at Edgewater CC 6/8 Rockin Tomahawk 5k Half Marathon 7/3 Annual Craft Show 7/3 Music on Main 7/4 Pow Wow Days Events, Parade 9/12-15 Tomahawk Fall Ride Dates are subject to change FR12 TOM200

25 HEY BIKERS Thurs Fri Sat 23 FR12 FIS100 Fish or Shrimp Onions Ring Bologna Red Potatoes Corn on the Cob Carrots Check out for location! FREE CAMPING indoor/outdoor smoking area Pork Sandwiches and Beans Thur - Fri- Sat A&J Sports Bar&Grill Live Music HOG WILD Sat. Night N8956 Curve Inn Rd., Off Hwy S,TOMAHAWK FR12 A&J100 FR12 PPD100

26 24 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2012 Activities THURSDAY, SEPT. 13 SARA Park, Evening Thursday, Sept. 13 Boat Landing Brat Fry, Bonfire, Music Brats, beer served at SARA Park boat landing. Music by Irene Keenan. Huge bonfire set, 6-9 p.m. Nokomis Community Park Wednesday-Thursday, Sept Bubba s Big Party Early Bird specials Wednesday- Thursday, Sept , including music, bonfire, free beer; vendor booths; trade show. FRIDAY, SEPT. 14 SARA Park, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Demo Fleet Take a ride on a 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Registration 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Pledge Ride Registration 3 rd annual Rumble Through the Woods. On-site registration at SARA Park. Scenic ride leaves at 3:30 p.m. Saturday. Fee: $20/person; includes event t-shirt. Live music, food and refreshments, raffle prizes at midway stop. All proceeds support Muscular Dystrophy Association. Live Music Kevin Moore (acoustic variety), 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., free. Live Music Howard Luedtke and the Blue Max Band (classic rock), 1-5 p.m., free. Bike Games Test your skills and compete in bike games for a chance to win $100, 1-5 p.m. Fun Runs Take one of four fun runs through the area, win cash prizes and benefit MDA. HOG Pin Stop Official HOG event pin stop Raffle Bike Ticket Sales Win a 2012 Harley- Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide motorcycle with custom paint or weekend getaway to 2013 Daytona Bike Week. Sponsored by... Continued on Page 25 Wonder CAR Wash & Detailing Center SELF SERVE (No Automatic Wash) Ride your cycle in- let our Bikini Girls debug and wash your bike for just $ 14 95

27 25 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2012 Activities Events Continued from Page 24 Official Fall Ride Merchandise Sales SARA Park is the only place to purchase official Tomahawk Fall Ride merchandise that benefits MDA. Merchandise Vendor Displays & Sales Leather, clothing, motorcycle products, airbrushing, pin striping, Harley- Davidson dealers, jewelry, leather sewing, Sturgis souvenirs, plus a variety of other products. Tomahawk Operations Harley-Davidson Merchandise Official Harley-Davidson Motor Company clothing including sweatshirts, T-shirts, women s clothing, kids clothing Food Vendors & Refreshments Harley-DAVIDSon Plant Kaphaem Road Friday, Sept. 14 Harley-Davidson Open House Tour Tomahawk Operations plant at 611 S. Kaphaem Road to get first-hand look at motorcycle parts being produced, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ABB Robotics on hand with robotics cell. Wisconsin State Patrol Skills Demo, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Refreshments provided. Official Tomahawk Fall Ride merchandise available. Free admission. Downtown ToMAHAWk Friday, Sept. 14 Downtown Food vendors start at noon. Street closed off to through traffic around 5 p.m. Open intoxicants allowed until midnight. Thunder Parade Line up at Tomahawk Elementary School at 5 p.m., 1048 School Rd. Blind, visually handicapped, Medicaid/disability individuals invited to join Tomahawk Lions Club and Northern Lights Harley Owners Group at 5:30 p.m. (Register at , o.kolberg@ frontier.com.) Blessing of bikes, 5:55 p.m.; parade rolls at 6 p.m. Route follows 18-mile jaunt east on Kings Road to Sponsored by... Continued on Page 26 Look for the Orange & Black flags on N. 4th St. Storm s Sizzlin Steak Sandwich 990 N. 4th St., Tomahawk, WI

28 26 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2012 Activities Friday Events Continued from Page 25 County Road D, then to County Road H and north to County Road A, west to intersection of County Road A and North Fourth Street onto Wisconsin Avenue through downtown Tomahawk. Everyone invited to participate, with thousands of waving onlookers along the way. Street dances Live music at east end of West Wisconsin Avenue (Sassy Magoo), and west end of Wisconsin Avenue (Oil Can Harry), beginning at 7:30 p.m. Nokomis Community Park Friday, Sept. 14 Bubba s Big Party Pancake breakfast served by Nokomis Fire Department; church services by Christians Motorcyclists Association; Motorcycle Super Dyno by Firehouse Performance; experimental flyover; musical entertainment including main stage bands Sammy Kershaw; music by Tuck Pence, Storm, Black Frog, Lukyn Skywyrd Southern Rock; vendor booths; trade show. SATURDAY, SEPT. 15 SARA Park, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Demo Fleet Take a ride on a 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Registration 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Live Music Brian Bethke (acoustic variety), 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., free. Live Music Tuck Pence 1-5 p.m., free. Pledge Ride Registration 3 rd annual Rumble Through the Woods. On-site registration at SARA Park, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Scenic ride leaves at 3:30 p.m. Fee: $20/ person; includes event t-shirt. Live music, food and refreshments, raffle prizes at midway stop. All proceeds support Muscular Dystrophy Association. Bike Games Test your skills and compete in bike games for a chance to win $100, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Official Fall Ride Merchandise Sales SARA Park Sponsored by... Continued on Page 27 Look for the Orange & Black flags on N. 4th St. Aly s Tomahawk s Own Golden Spoon Award-Winning Chili 990 N. 4th St., Tomahawk, WI

29 27 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2012 Activities Sponsored by... Saturday Events Continued from Page 26 is the only place to purchase official Tomahawk Fall Ride merchandise that benefits MDA. Fun Runs Take one of four runs through the area to win cash prizes. HOG Pin Stop Official HOG event pin stop Raffle Bike Ticket Sales Win a 2012 Harley- Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide motorcycle with custom paint or weekend getaway to 2013 Daytona Bike Week. Merchandise Vendor Displays & Sales Leather, clothing, motorcycle products, airbrushing, pin striping, Harley-Davidson dealers, jewelry, leather sewing, Sturgis souvenirs, plus a variety of other products. Tomahawk Operations Harley-Davidson Merchandise Official Harley-Davidson Motor Company clothing including sweatshirts, T-shirts, women s clothing, kids clothing Food Vendors & Refreshments Live Auction Outdoor tent, win Harley-Davidson hard-to-find collectibles and more, starting at 5 p.m. Drawings for all Fun Run, bike raffle (note new date/ time), bike games, paddle raffle winners, 5 p.m. Big Dump Paddle Raffle all night. Live Concert with Vic Ferarri, 6 p.m., SARA Park arena, free concert with suggested $5 donation for MDA. Harley-DAVIDSon Plant Kaphaem Road Saturday, Sept. 15 Harley-Davidson Open House Tour Tomahawk Operations plant at 611 S. Kaphaem Road to get first-hand look at motorcycle parts being produced, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ABB Robotics on hand with robotics cell. Wisconsin State Patrol Skills Demo, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Refreshments provided. Official Tomahawk Fall Ride merchandise available. Free admission. Saturday Events Continued on Page 28 Look for the Orange & Black flags on N. 4th St. Great Food Great Prices Great People 990 N. 4th St., Tomahawk, WI

30 28 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2012 Activities Sponsored by... Saturday Events Continued from Page 27 Downtown ToMAHAWk Saturday, Sept. 15 Downtown Food vendors start at noon. Open intoxicants (with some restrictions) allowed from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.. Street dances Live music at east end of West Wisconsin Avenue (D Railers), 4:30-8:30 p.m. and west end of Wisconsin Avenue (Bad Downs), 4:30 p.m. Nokomis Community Park Saturday, Sept. 15 Bubba s Big Party Pancake breakfast at Nokomis Fire Department; church services by Christians Motorcyclists Association; music by Tuck Pence, Howard Luedtke and Blue Max, Black Frog, Lukyn Skywyrd Southern Rock; lawnmower and barstool races, Iditarod sled dog team display; karaoke contest; Motorcycle Super Dyno by Firehouse Performance; experimental flyover; musical entertainment including main stage bands; vendor booths; trade show. Continued on Page 29 Wonder CAR Wash & Detailing Center SELF SERVE (No Automatic Wash) Ride your cycle in- let our Bikini Girls debug and wash your bike for just $ Lynette Jacobson Broker J.R. Newton Broker Assoc Kathleen Paramore Sales Agent Standing beside you every step of the way. You tried them all, now try one that s small Better Service FR12 VAC N. Fourth St. Tomahawk, WI

31 29 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2012 Activities Sunday Events Continued from Page 28 SUNDAY, SEPT. 16 Nokomis Community Park Sunday, Sept. 16 Bubba s Big Party Pancake breakfast at Nokomis Fire Department; church service with Christians Motorcyclists Association; vendor booths; trade show. Up-to-date Fall Ride info Some activities listed here may be changed due to later developments. Also, check for updates, information and pictures from the 2012 Fall Ride on the TOMAHAWK LEADER newspaper web site This Official Guide also is posted there for easy reference. Sponsored by... Ride Sober - Ride Safe 708 N. 4th St., Tomahawk trades welcome FR12 BLU-101

32 30 Brats, bonfire, music at SARA Park Thursday Special: Retirement of Colors flag burning It s an annual Tomahawk Fall Ride tradition: Brats, bonfire and music at SARA Park the Thursday evening of Fall Ride from 6 to 9 p.m. Hosted by the Tomahawk Regional Chamber of Commerce and Tomahawk Main Street, a brat fry and huge bonfire heat up the evening near the boat landing along the shore of Lake Mohawksin. Music entertainment will be provided by Tomahawk s own Irene Keenan. Along with the free concert, food, beer and refreshments will be served. This year, the American Legion will be hosting The Retirement of Colors Flag Burning Ceremony at the bonfire. Anyone with a worn American flag that they would like included can drop it off at the American Legion in downtown Tomahawk or put it in their specially designated mailbox at 327 West Wisconsin Avenue. The chamber notes it will have its eighth annual Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDA pins available at the bonfire and at various retailers around town. Come to the Lounge Open Daily at 4 p.m., Sundays at Noon Support your American Legion so we can support you. 327 W. Wisconsin Ave. Tomahawk H Public Welcome H FR12 AME250 WELCOME BIKERS!

33 31 Join Us For Our 15 th Annual Official Fall Ride Fun Run Stop FREE lunch Fri & Sat - while supplies last Closest genuine Harley-Davidson dealer to Tomahawk only 1/2 hr. north on Hwy. 51 Genuine H-D Motorclothes, Parts & Accessories! Shop our garage Sept th for obsolete and end of season accessories, clothing and leathers. Check out our freshly stocked main store, or browse among our vendors including Kuryakyn, Rush, MKS Upholstery, Hog-ees & Dairyland Insurance. Look over new 2013 models and a great selection of used motorcycles. Bring your title, we take trades! No time to make it to Arbor Vitae? Shop one of our remote locations in downtown Tomahawk at Pellet Stove Junction or SARA Park. Fall Ride Store Hours: Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat.: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun.: 10 a.m.-2 p.m Hwy. 51 North, Arbor Vitae, WI Just 4.5 miles north of downtown Minocqua (715) info@northernlightshd.com FR12 HAR200

34 32 Sammy Kershaw to headline Bubba s Big Party in Nokomis Those attending the 2012 Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDA will want to take the short ride out to Nokomis to check out the headline bands, countless vendors and everything else taking place at Bubba s Big Party this year. Topping the four-day event that will include a car show, swap meet and large food court, legendary country music artist Sammy Kershaw is making a return to Bubba s Big Party to perform a number of his classics and his most recent smash hit Better Than I Used to Be. Event organizer Bubba Troutman says he is very excited to have Kershaw back in the lineup, considering how well he was received when he first performed at Bubba s Big Party three years ago. People really enjoyed his performance, Troutman said. He really does put on heck of a show. While Kershaw will be the headliner Friday night, festivities at Bubba s Big Party get underway well in advance. Starting with an Early Bird party Wednesday and Thursday, ticketholders will be privy to free beer and live music. Wednesday will feature the Merrill band The Dukes from 7-11 p.m., and local favorite and longtime Minocqua band Tuck Pence will take the stage Thursday. Friday s lineup includes an additional performance by Tuck Pence, the Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band Lukyn Skywyrd Southern Band and Black Frog featuring Tommy Greywolf, who was an award-winning fiddle player with the country band Brooks and Dunn. Local artist Jeff Calhoun and the band Storm will also take the stage prior to the Ragin Cajun Sammy Kershaw s performance that begins at 10:30 p.m. Kershaw will perform a number of his chart toppers including She Don t Know She s Beautiful, Queen of My Double Wide Trailer, Love of My Life and his most recent hit Better Than I Used to Be off his newly released CD by the same name. Kershaw s performance will include additional songs paying tribute to legendary country music artist George Jones. Events get underway early Saturday with a benefit pancake breakfast hosted by the Nokomis Fire Department, and the Christians Motorcycles Association will provide a Christian Prayer Service under the Big Top starting both Saturday and Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. A Native American dance team from the Lakota Indian Tribe from South Dakota will perform starting at 11 a.m., and the winner of a karaoke contest that gets underway at the same time will be awarded a new leather jacket. The public is invited to stop out and watch lawn tractor and barstool races that start at noon, as well as check out the many vendors and food, trade show and swap meet and the hot rod and muscle car show that will be taking place. Live music also begins early as many of the aforementioned bands, excluding Kershaw, will return to the stage. The rock blues band Howard Guitar Luedtke and Blue Max will also be part of Saturday s lineup that will wrap up around 2:30 a.m. Day and extended stay passes are available to Bubba s Big Party. Those who purchase music tickets also receive free campsites. A portion of proceeds raised during Bubba s Big Party is donated to the town of Nokomis for park upkeep. Each year Bubba s Big Party donates between $5,000 and $10,000 to support the township s park system. As was the case last year, MDA will have a raffle bike at Bubba s Big Party to help raise money for that organization. For tickets, more information on Bubba s Big Party and any updates or changes visit

35 33 FR12 OAK100 Happy Quacker Located at Duck Point Resort Welcome Bikers! Open at 4 p.m. W5930 Duck Point Rd. Just 1/4 mile from Tomahawk off Hwy. A FR12 DPR-101 Welcome Bikers! Friday Specials: Pan Fried Haddock Broiled Walleye Shrimp Specials Meals include: Bread, coleslaw & choice of french fries or potato salad Saturday: Mexican Specials Sunday: Buckets of Fried Chicken Brick Oven Pizzas Every Day Hours: Mon., Thurs., Fri. ~ noon-close; Tues. & Wed. ~ 4 p.m.-close Sat. ~ 11 a.m.-close Sun. ~ noon-7 p.m. Dining room available 7 days a week Henkel s Town Pump Bar & Grill 7161 Hwy. 8, Rhinelander, WI Only 15 minutes from downtown Tomahawk FR12HEN100

36 34 For visitor information and tickets please call the Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce FR12 MER-200 All proceeds will be given to the Park Endowment Fund and Historical Society Contact Dan Wendorf at or eer Pub & ellies Grub Free Camping! Live Entertainment Nightly! Breakfast 8-12 Full Menu Available FR12 BEE-300 Hwy. 86 West BEER (2337)

37 35 Rider Friendly Concord Inn Revere s Lounge 320 Front Street Downtown Minocqua ConcordInnofMinocqua.com FR12 XYZ100 Wildthings Fur Co. Come See Us at the 31 st Harley-Davidson Fall Ride at Four Seasons Motel (833 North 4th St., Tomahawk) Fur Hats Sheepskin Seat Covers Gel Pads Deerskin Gloves More! Have Fun, Look Great and Be Real Warm by Wearing Real Fur! - (608) FR12 PPD100 Wonder CAR Wash & Detailing Center SELF SERVE (No Automatic Wash) Welcomes all Bikers Hillbilly Bob s BBQ from New London, WI will be on-site serving up his specialty homemade sandwiches and more, all prepared on his Famous Award Winning Wood Fired BBQ! Ride your cycle down and let our Bikini Girls debug and wash your bike for just $14.95 Limited RV parking available. Look for us under the Water Tower in Tomahawk! Now Offering Vehicle DETAILING Call for details and appt N 4th St., Tomahawk FR12 WON-100

38 36 FR12 COM250 Enjoy Our Outdoor Garden Seating FR12 WHA100 Wi-Fi Cafe LLC gourmet coffee & Indulgences Breakfast Lunch Catering Fall Ride Hours: Fri. 6am-Close Sat. 7am-Close Sun. 7am-Noon 16 W Wisconsin Ave. Tomahawk, WI FR12 MDA-100

39 37 Live rock and roll at SARA Park Saturday SARA Park will be the place to be Saturday evening for the 31 st annual Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDA entertainment and live music. This year s live concert will begin at 6 p.m. with favorite Vic Ferrari. The Wisconsin-based group has been entertaining audiences for more than 23 years. They play a large assortment of music ranging from classic rock from the 60s to today in addition to a little country. The concert is free but a $5 donation towards MDA is suggested at the door. Chapter #1058 Christians Motorcyclists Association Come see us at SARA Park or at Bubba s Here when you need us! Check us out online FR12 XYZ100 FR12 MDA-100

40 38 Downtown street dances a Fall Ride tradition By Jed Buelow Tomahawk Leader City Editor jbuelow@tomahawkleader.com Downtown Tomahawk will be the place to be Friday and Saturday, Sept as entertainment galore is set to hit the street during the 31 st annual Tomahawk Fall Ride for MDA. Live music gets underway following the conclusion of the Thunder Parade Friday night. Downtown Tomahawk will be closed off to traffic as motorcyclists once again line the streets and sidewalks for concerts taking place on both the east and west ends of West Wisconsin Avenue. Rodeo Saloon and Grill and Pik s Pub in downtown Tomahawk are again the main sponsors of the bands performing on the east end of the street. The rock band Sassy Magoo is set to perform from 7:30-11:30 p.m. For the seventh year in a row, The Tomahawk Liquor Store is sponsoring the bands on the opposite end of West Wisconsin Avenue. The cover rock band Oil Can Harry will be performing Friday evening, beginning about 7:30 p.m. New this year, hours for the downtown street dances STREET DANCES Continued on Page 39 FR12 SUB200 If your stomach is rumbling more than your motorcycle, it s time for... Subs Salads Soups Personal Pizzas - DINE IN OR TAKE OUT N. 4th St. (Bus. 51 N.) Tomahawk Skyline MOTEL Conveniently located Hwy. 13 N. Phillips, WI For Reservations: Book 3 Nights at $45 a night: Mention Fall Ride Free High Speed Internet & Satellite TV, 25 & 27 TVs Refrigerator & Microwave Continental Breakfast Ample Parking FR12 PPD100

41 STREET DANCES Continued on Page STREET DANCES Continued from Page 38 on Saturday have been altered. Previously the event ran until midnight. This year activities are scheduled to begin earlier and conclude at 9 p.m. Open intoxicants including beer and malt beverages (not including hard liquor) are allowed on the streets from 5 p.m. to midnight Friday and from noon to 9 p.m. Saturday. Those in the downtown are allowed to leave taverns with beer and other malt beverages like Mike s Hard Lemonade mixed hard alcohol drinks are not allowed in the downtown streets. Saturday s street dances include the rock band Welcome Bikers! FR12 FUZ100 Auto Repair Welding Snow Plowing 404 S. Tomahawk Ave S. Tomahawk Ave. MAR450 FR12 Mary s Hangout Home of the Kickass moscow mules Thur. 7-11pm Howie the DJ Fri. 7-11pm: American Gypsy Served till Closing Burgers Chicken Strips Mini Tacos French Fries Cheese Curds Serving Food Daily Thur. - Sat. during fall ride Phone: Cell spiritview@wildblue.net Wisconsin Modular Home Dealer Custom Home Builder Call for Appointment FR12 SPI300

42 40 STREET DANCES Continued from Page 39 D Railers on the east end of the street from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. The opposite end of the street will host the classic and modern alternative rock band Bad Downs from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Concerts are free to the public each evening. Additional sponsors of this year s downtown street dances include the Tomahawk/Merrill Tavern League and the American Legion Post 93 Lounge in downtown Tomahawk offers assistance in sponsoring the bands on the west end. Pik s Pub will have additional live music throughout the Fall Ride weekend, including the Tuck Pence Band Thursday from 8 p.m. to midnight. The blues, classic rock band Bobby Evans and The Alimony Band performs Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. leading up to the street dances. Additional live music will follow the street dances Saturday at Pik s Pub. The Rodeo Saloon will also host live music on its deck leading up to the street dances. On Friday, the band Doug and Coda will perform from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday the band Dirty Device will take the stage from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. There will be plenty to see and do during this year s Tomahawk Fall Ride. Those attending will want to include the downtown street dances as plenty of live music and fun are on the docket. FR12 MAIN300

43 LET'S RIDE... Thursday, Friday & Saturday September 13, 14 & 15 Serving... Grilled Burgers, Brats & Chicken Breast Sandwiches Also: Shredded Beef Sandwiches & Tenderloin Steak Sandwiches Great Food Great Prices Great People N 4th St., Tomahawk Northbay Photo offers: An In-House Portrait Studio Self Serve Customer Terminals Preserve Memories of this Year s Harley Ride! Let us take photographs of you and your Harley Family! Northbay Photo Center Let Our Photo Lab Help You With Portrait Studio 1 & 4 hour photo service 24 hour normal service time 35mm & APS in-lab service Reprints & Enlargements Custom design of your photography Inside Northbay Pharmacy 686 N. Fourth St. Tomahawk, WI Order digital prints online: northbayphoto.lifepics.com FR12 NOR400

44 42 Stattons General Store, LLC Dick s House of Guns Southeast corner of Hwy. 51 (exit 234) & Hwy. 8 PO Box 273 W4771 Gatewood Heights Rd M-F 10am-6pm Sat 10am-4pm Tomahawk, WI Phone: Fax: info@stattonsgeneralstore.com FR12 STA-200 Bottoms Up Welcome Bikers! Pizza Burgers Sandwiches & Full Menu LIVE ENTERTAINMENT! Friday & Saturday 9pm-Close Broken Arrow Friday Night: Fish Fry & Full Menu Saturday: Full Menu ~ Sunday: Broasted Chicken Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Open Daily at 11am W4096 Cty. Rd. A Tomahawk FR12 BOT-101 FR12 NOR-075

45 demo fleet: Speed date a Harley Find your perfect Harley-Davidson match at SARA Park during the 2013 demo ride event. Licensed motorcycle drivers can take a ride on any one of the 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Registration is Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is no charge. The models are extra-special this year as 2013 marks Harley-Davidson s 110 th year. Models had not been announced as of the Official Tomahawk Fall Ride Guide s publication date but be sure to watch the Tomahawk Leader and com for updated information. Harley-Davidson to celebrate 110 years in 2013 Harley-Davidson will celebrate 110 years of great motorcycles and epic riding experiences with an array of global events and activities in Among the events during the year-long celebration will be a rally in Rome, Italy, June 13-16, and a massive party over Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29 to Sept. 1 in Milwaukee. Harley-Davidson will also celebrate the 30 th Anniversary of the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) globally, including during the Labor Day weekend in Milwaukee in H.O.G., the official riding club of the Motor Company, boasts about one million members worldwide. Harley-Davidson is synonymous with adventure, passion and the experience of the open road, said Mark-Hans Richer, Harley-Davidson senior vice president and chief marketing officer. For this 110 th celebration, our customers all around the world with our support are going to be taking everything to the next level and making their own history. Information on housing options in Milwaukee and Rome is available at Further details about the global 110 th anniversary will be announced in the coming months.

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47 45 Tomahawk talent: King Lang Airbrushing By Abigail Bostwick Special for the Tomahawk Leader Nature, life and people are her inspiration; motorcycles, cars and guitars a few of her palates, and airbrushing her medium of choice. For Carrie Lang of King Lang Art and Airbrushing in Tomahawk, it s all about the beauty of art and the talent she has to create it. A Wisconsin Rapids/Plainfield native, Lang and her husband have made Tomahawk their home for the last decade. I love the lakes, the trees; I absolutely love Tomahawk, she observes. She s been an artist since she was a teenager. Lang TALENT Continued on Page 46 FR PPD-100 Always Hiring Skilled Fabricators 1119A Bridge St. Tomahawk, WI FR12 NOR-540

48 46 TALENT Continued from Page 45 started out in business as a wildlife artist some 25 years ago, but having always ridden motorcycles, she was drawn to combine her two main loves and learn airbrushing. Self-taught, Lang said she nearly gave up, but ultimately mastered the technique after much discipline and practice. It s something I was born with, Lang indicates of her talent. Lang primarily airbrushes motorcycle parts, but she also does vehicles, guitars and just about anything a customer is seeking to have personalized. Her talent draws customers from all over the state and the Midwest. With two-wheeled and four-wheeled rolling testimonies on bikes and cars and trucks, Lang says, Ninety percent of my business is word of mouth. The subjects of her airbrushing are vast from lifelike wildlife images and military scenes to photo realism and fantasy depictions Lang brings virtually everything from page to life. She also does real-flames and graphics. Additionally, Lang is an award-winning custom automotive painter. I m pretty good at piecing together what someone is looking for and bringing in ideas, she notes. I really enjoy the real-flames and fantasy. The King Lang studio is located in her Tomahawk city home. She won t take all the credit for her business success, however. She works with other local business to start or complete one-of-akind pieces. Tomahawk Auto Rebuilders does base paint and clear coats, while Lincoln County Cycles does disassembly and reassembly of bikes, and JP Signs provides vinyl and stencils. Lang holds her bachelor s degree in forestry, is an ordained Christian minister, a substitute teacher and works part-time at Lincoln County Cycles. She s been riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles for more than 15 years and also enjoys time with friends and family, hunting and fishing. Find more information and photographs at www. kinglangart.com. FR12 SLB-100 Spirit Lake Bar & Grill N9430 Hwy. 102 Across from Spirit Lake Boat Landing Friday Night - Fish Fry - Soup & Salad Bar & Regular Menu Paul & Marie SATurday Night - Soup & Salad Bar Quednow & Regular Menu - full menu till 9pm SATurday & Sunday - Breakfast 7am - 11am Sun. full menu till 8pm Saturday Night DJ Limited Tent Camping Available 1st Come 1st Served Bathrooms & Showers Available

49 47 You could win it! Local H-D employee paints one-of-a-kind raffle bike By Abigail Bostwick Special for the Tomahawk Leader Kris Gille has always enjoyed motorcycles and art. The local longtime Harley-Davidson employee is the artist behind this year s 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Custom s unique paint scheme. This is his first year having painted the bike, which is a big fundraiser for the Tomahawk Fall Ride s beneficiary, the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Raffle tickets are $5 each or five for $20. Gille grew up in Merrill and currently lives just outside the city with his wife and two teenage boys. His interest in motorcycles started young he was just six when he started riding. An avid artist in high school, Gille tried his hand at customizing paint and graphics early on as a hobby. I ve been interested in art as long as I can remember, he notes. For several years, Gille operated his own paint and vinyl graphics business. He customized show bikes as well as personal motorcycles. When approached this year to customize the Tomahawk Fall Ride raffle bike, Gille was enthused. I was glad to have the opportunity, he observes. Gille began painting in February, incorporating suggestions from friends and co-workers. The end result is something he feels will appeal to everybody. The amber red fades to black as one looks on at the Harley, while the fairing is flanked with a slashing trademark Harley logo. The tour pak lid depicts a unique 1920s boardtrack racer image. It ties the bike specifically to Harley, he says. It was a lot of fun doing it. I hope to do it again. John Schaffer of Tomahawk, also a Harley- Davidson employee, is responsible for assembling the custom-painted pieces back onto the motorcycle. The drawing for the one-of-a-kind Harley will take place at SARA Park Saturday around noon. One must be 18 years or older to purchase a ticket and claim the prize. Look for Fall Ride updates, photos & CTH Y bridge progress

50 48 While cruisin... stop in & see our outdoor display! J U N C T I O N LLC A supplier of Earth sense energy products Convenient! Safe! Environmentally Smart! Most of our customers heat their homes for $500-$700 a year heating with a Pellet stove Buy Now No PAYMENTS for 60 days! *with qualified credit FR11 COM225 Don t Wait - Start saving Now with our Sale Specials Check out our FOOD & CLOTHING VENDORS during Fall Ride 422 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tomahawk Welcome Bikers to the Tomahawk Fall Ride Come Join Us... everyone Is Welcome! & Convention Center Gold Award Winning Hotel Full Bar and Beverage Service FR12 PEL100 Entertainment Fri-Sat Afternoon Bands Free Admission Camping Available Fall Ride Only Open Swim $ 5 per person Open to the public 1738 East Comfort Dr. Tomahawk, WI Hwy. 51, Exit 229 Tel: Fax