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2 Table of Contents 2-3 Local Area Events 4-5 Residential Services 6 Kenosha County History 7-8 Kenosha County Communities Kenosha Pleasant Prairie Salem Somers Twin Lakes 9 Racine County History Racine County Communities Burlington Caledonia Mount Pleasant Norway Racine Sturtevant Union Grove Waterford Parks & Recreation Local Area Attractions DNR License Centers 18 Wisconsin Hunting Seasons 20 Wisconsin Trapping Seasons 21 Wisconsin Fishing Seasons 30 Snowmobile Trails List of Advertisers: Action Territory Badger State Kitchen & Bath, Inc. Beech Pointe The Clean-Up Crew Fountain Hall Johnson Park Golf Course Krizan Well Drilling & Pump Service Lighthouse Point Townhomes Premier Countertops Ross Concrete Shoop Park Golf Course Twisted Cuisine Washington Park Golf Course Walmart Supercenter WIIL 95.1 FM Radio WLIP 1050 AM Radio This free publication is made possible by the advertisers and other local agencies and may not be reproduced. Please support the local advertisers in this publication. Comments and/or suggestions may be directed to: info@lincolnmarketing.us View this publication online at:

3 Local Area Events JANUARY Inaugural Ice Fishing Tournament Dover Polar Plunge Union Grove Meat Raffle & Ice Fishing Jamboree Union Grove FEBRUARY Pancake Breakfast Union Grove Doll Program & Valentine Tea Union Grove Breast Cancer Fundraiser Union Grove Lioness Chili & Salad Feed Union Grove MARCH March Madness Indoor Triathlon Burlington Easter Egg Hunt Union Grove APRIL 1/2 Marathon Mt. Pleasant Sportsman s Fair Union Grove Spring Pork Chop Dinner Yorkville MAY Chocolate Fest Burlington Jammin the Loop Kenosha Fire Department Anniversary Pleasant Prairie Kiwanis Pancake Day Racine Bluegrass Open Jam Sturtevant Home & Garden Show Union Grove Rummage, Raffle & Bake Sale Union Grove Spring Used Clothing Sale Union Grove Memorial Day Celebration Kenosha & Racine Counties JUNE Hope Walk Burlington Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast Burlington Barn Dance for WI Rural Youth Scholarship Burlington Arts & Crafts Fair Burlington Rummage Sales Bristol Father s Day Geocaching Extravaganza Bristol HarborFest Caledonia Parkside Summer Arts & Crafts Festival Kenosha Model Train Extravaganza Kenosha Racine County Day Milwaukee Harvest Celebration Mt. Pleasant Pleasant Prairie & Junior Triathlon Greek Fest Racine The Lighthouse Run Racine Spike & Splash Festival Racine EVP Pro Beach Volleyball Racine Lighthouse Run Racine World Series of Watercress Racine Wind Point Lighthouse Tour Racine Rochesterfest Rochester Strawberry Festival Sturtevant Car, Van & Motorcycle Show Union Grove Local Area Events JULY CONTD. Gateway Rose Society Rose Show Kenosha Summerfest Milwaukee 4th of July Celebration Kenosha & Racine Counties Sportsfest Pleasant Prairie 4th Fest Racine Salmon-A-Rama Racine Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival Racine Ironman 70.3 Racine Western Day Racine Red, White & Zoo Racine Italian Festival Racine Kiltie Klassic Racine Belle City Backyard BBQ Racine Barn Dance Raymond Cherry Festival Sturtevant Racine County Fair Union Grove Country Thunder Fest Twin Lakes AUGUST Corn & Brat Day Burlington Southern Bar-B-Que Burlington Knights of Columbus Arts & Crafts Fair Burlington Town Picnic Dover Pike River Rendezvous Kenosha Danskin Women s Triathlon Pleasant Prairie Classic Car Show Racine Kennel Club Dog Show Racine Blueberry Festival Racine Starving Artist Outdoor Art Fair Racine Jobs & Daughters Craft Fair Racine On the Waterfront Racine Kenosha County Fair Salem Car Show Union Grove Fall Used Clothing Sale Union Grove Free to Breathe 5K Run & Walk Union Grove Full Moon 4 Miler Walk/Run Waterford SEPTEMBER CONTD. St. Charles Fall Festival Burlington Four Seasons Garden Club Flower Show Kenosha Tour of Historic Places Racine Apple Pickin Festival Racine Famous Day in the Country Rochester Antique Tractor Pull Union Grove Fall Harvest Days Union Grove Fall Fest Waterford Lion s Club Chicken BBQ Waterford OCTOBER Turkey Dinner & Bazaar Burlington Spooky City Kick Off Party Burlington Cemetery Walk & Lantern Tour Kenosha Chili Cook-Off Kenosha Cinderella Ball Pleasant Prairie Halloween Fest Pleasant Prairie Octoberfest Racine Party on the Pavement Racine Apple Pickin & Scarecrow Festival Racine Elementary School Craft Fair Union Grove The Great Pumpkin Fest Union Grove NOVEMBER Mt. Carmel Christmas Craft Mall Burlington End of Season Celebration Burlington Veterans Day Ceremony Pleasant Prairie Run with the Turkeys 5K Pleasant Prairie Turkey Triathlon Pleasant Prairie Kiwanis Holiday Lights Racine JULY Community Sidewalk Sales Burlington DECEMBER Venetian Night & Fireworks Burlington Christmas Parade Burlington Pancake Breakfast Burlington Santa s Chalet & Mrs. Santa s Pantry Burlington Fireman s Dance Burlington Breakfast with Santa Pleasant Prairie Heatstroke 100 Bike Ride Burlington Holiday Ice Show Pleasant Prairie Maxwell s Street Fest Burlington Skate with Santa Pleasant Prairie Progress Days Bristol SEPTEMBER New Year s Eve Lock-In Pleasant Prairie Art in Library Park Kenosha Chocolate City Open Burlington Purfect Family Yuletide Letter Racine UW Parkside Arts & Crafts Festival Kenosha Mt. Carmel Grandparents Picnic & Auction Burlington Tree Lighting Ceremony Waterford Bristol Renaissance Faire Kenosha SCCA National Championship Runoff Burlington Waterford Wonderland Parade Taste of Wisconsin Kenosha 2 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 3

4 Residential Services KENOSHA COUNTY Administration...(262) Aging & Disability Services Circuit Court Corporation Counsel County Clerk District Attorney Human Services Division of Health Emergency Emergency Management Land Information Medical Examiner Parks & Recreation Public Works Register of Deeds Sheriff s Department Treasurer University of Wisconsin Extension Veterans Services Residential Services RACINE COUNTY Administration...(262) Aging & Disability Services Circuit Court Corporation Counsel County Clerk District Attorney Human Services Division of Health Emergency Emergency Management Land Information Medical Examiner Parks & Recreation Public Works Register of Deeds Sheriff s Department Treasurer University of Wisconsin Extension Veterans Services Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 5

5 Kenosha County Communities KENOSHA (COUNTY SEAT) Originally home to Indians and once part of Michigan Territory, Kenosha County was first settled in the 1830s and known as Southport. Early industry was led by agriculture as fertile soil provided ideal growing conditions for crops. The community was renamed Kenosha and selected as the county seat. Its location along Lake Michigan made the area an ideal harbor for shipping products and travelers. As the area continued to develop, Kenosha became a manufacturing center and automobiles were widely produced until the 1980s. Today Kenosha is home to approximately 96,950 residents. Kenosha County History (Kenosha, County Seat) Kenosha County was originally inhabited by Indians and began as part of the Michigan Territory. The area was first settled in the 1830s as its proximity to Lake Michigan attracted many pioneers. Boundaries were organized in 1850 and the city of Kenosha was selected as the county seat. Agriculture dominated industry until the 1880s as manufacturing and trade began to take over. The development of the railroad sparked growth and by 1900 its population had reached 21,707. As transportation continued to improve, Kenosha County has continued to develop and grow. Today Kenosha County is home to approximately 165,382 residents. CITIES: BURLINGTON pop. 10,930 KENOSHA (COUNTY SEAT) pop. 96,950 VILLAGES: GENOA CITY pop. 2,874 PADDOCK LAKE pop. 3,138 PLEASANT PRAIRIE pop. 19,847 SILVER LAKE pop. 2,522 TWIN LAKES pop. 5,752 6 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide TOWNS: BRIGHTON pop. 1,554 BRISTOL pop. 4,928 PARIS pop. 1,539 RANDALL pop. 3,151 SALEM pop. 11,691 SOMERS pop. 9,788 WHEATLAND pop. 3,569 *Populations are approximate. PLEASANT PRAIRIE Pleasant Prairie was originally home to Indians, whose settlements have now become historic sites. The area was settled in the 1850s as pioneers were attracted to the ample natural resources. In 1842 the first town meeting was held and businesses were established to meet the growing needs of the community. As land was annexed by nearby Kenosha, the boundaries were reduced from 42 miles to its present area of 33 miles. In 1989 Pleasant Prairie was incorporated as a village and the area has continued to thrive. Today Pleasant Prairie is home to approximately 19,847 residents. SALEM Settled in the 1840s, Salem was established and organized in 1842 as pioneers were attracted to the Fox River and nearby nine lakes. The area was popular for ice harvesting and as the railroad was constructed, Salem began to develop. A post office was established and businesses soon followed. The area is now comprised of the communities of Paddock Lake, Silver Lake and several unincorporated communities. Today Salem is home to approximately 11,691 residents. Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 7

6 Kenosha County Communities SOMERS Somers was first established in 1843 as the town of Pike. A town hall and school were built in 1847 and the area was renamed Somers in The community continued to grow with the arrival of the railroad. Early industry was dominated by agriculture and strawberries were a popular crop. In 1948 the Mid-City Outdoor Theatre was constructed and it was one of the first drive-in movie theatres in Wisconsin. Today Somers is home to approximately 9,788 residents. TWIN LAKES Settled in the 1830s, Twin Lakes was named in honor of early settlers Mary and Elizabeth Ray. A hotel was built in 1835 and the community was widely recognized for its ice harvesting industry. The boundaries of the community include almost 1,000 acres of water which attracted many summer vacationers. Summer cottages became permanent residences and a post office was established in Today Twin Lakes is home to approximately 5,752 residents. Racine County History (Racine, County Seat) Racine County originated as part of the Michigan Territory and was once home to Indians. The area was first settled in the 1830s as its proximity to Lake Michigan attracted many new residents. Boundaries were organized in 1836 and the city of Racine was selected as the county seat. Agriculture dominated early industry as the land was comprised of fertile soil. The development of the railroad aided to the area s growth and by 1900 its population had reached 45,644. As transportation continued to develop, Racine County has continued to grow. Today Racine County is home to approximately 200,601 residents. CITIES: BURLINGTON pop. 10,930 RACINE (COUNTY SEAT) pop. 82,196 VILLAGES: ELMWOOD PARK pop. 451 NORTH BAY pop. 242 ROCHESTER pop. 1,149 STURTEVANT pop. 6,913 UNION GROVE pop. 4,662 WATERFORD pop. 4,973 WIND POINT pop. 1,792 TOWNS: BURLINGTON pop. 6,632 CALEDONIA pop. 24,220 DOVER pop. 4,298 MOUNT PLEASANT pop. 26,572 NORWAY pop. 8,033 RAYMOND pop. 3,971 ROCHESTER pop. 2,477 WATERFORD pop. 6,313 YORKVILLE pop. 3,705 *Populations are approximate. 8 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 9

7 Racine County Communities BURLINGTON In 1835 Moses Smith and William Whiting arrived to the area and established the first land claim. The community was first recognized as Foxville and in 1839 the name was changed to Burlington. The first bridge to cross the Fox River was built and a variety of mills lined the riverbanks. Construction of the railroad aided to the community s growth and by 1876 Burlington s population had reached 2,000. Today Burlington is home to approximately 10,930 residents. CALEDONIA Caledonia was first settled in 1835 as pioneers staked land claims. The community was organized in 1842 and Mr. Levi Blake hosted the first election. A post office, school and church were established and businesses soon followed. The establishment of two rail lines through the area aided development as products and passengers were easily transported. By 1910 the population of Caledonia had reached 3,073 and the area has continued to thrive. Today Caledonia is home to approximately 24,220 residents. MOUNT PLEASANT The Mount Pleasant area was first settled in 1834 as pioneers were attracted to the ample natural resources and nearby Lake Michigan. Streets were platted and businesses were established to meet the needs of the community. Railroad development sparked growth and the community is now one of the fastest developing areas near Lake Michigan. Today Mount Pleasant is home to approximately 26,572 residents. NORWAY Norway was first settled in 1839 by John Luraas and the community was named in honor of early settlers Norwegian heritage. Schools, churches and businesses were established and the first Norwegian-American newspaper was published in Proximity to nearby lakes continued to attract new residents and the community continued to grow with the construction of the railroad. Today Norway is home to approximately 8,033 residents. Racine County Communities RACINE (COUNTY SEAT) In 1832 the first settlers arrived to the Racine area to stake land claims. The community was selected as the county seat and businesses were established including a hotel, mills and a variety of general stores. By 1836 streets were platted and the area continued to develop due to its proximity to Lake Michigan. A post office was founded and the first newspaper was published in The community continued to thrive and industry diversified as its harbor provided the necessary means of transportation for goods and services. Today Racine is home to approximately 82,196 residents. STURTEVANT First known as Western Union Junction and later Corliss, Sturtevant was settled in the 1870s as rail lines were constructed. The area grew quickly as it was a popular stopping place between Milwaukee and Chicago. Streets were platted and the area grew as businesses were established. The community was renamed in 1923 to Sturtevant after the B.F. Sturtevant Company which was the first fan producer in the United States. Today Sturtevant is home to approximately 6,913 residents. UNION GROVE Union Grove was first settled by John Dunham in A school was built in 1846 and the name of the community was derived from the name of the school and the nearby grove of oak trees. Businesses were established and by 1914 included factories, manufacturing shops and educational centers. The first library was organized in 1933 and the area has continued to grow. Today Union Grove is home to approximately 4,662 residents. WATERFORD Waterford was established in 1836 By Levi Barnes and Samuel Chapman. The community was named Waterford due to its proximity to the Fox River and a dam and sawmills were constructed to utilize the power of the water. A fire destroyed most of the community in 1898, but residents quickly rebuilt. Waterford was incorporated in 1906 and agriculture, logging and masonry led the local industry. Today Waterford is home to approximately 6,313 residents. 10 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 11

8 Parks & Recreation BRIGHTON DALE PARK & GOLF COURSE Located on 500 acres near the Bong State Recreation Area in Brighton, Brighton Dale Park features a 45 hole championship golf course, driving range, picnic shelters, fishing pond, playground equipment, horse shoe pits, ball diamonds and recreational trails. BRISTOL WOODS PARK Located on 200 acres in Bristol, Bristol Woods Park features the Pringle Nature Center, picnic shelter, playground equipment and recreational trails. BROWN S LAKE GOLF COURSE Located on 144 acres near the Fox River in Burlington, Brown s Lake Golf Course features an 18 hole golf course, pro-shop, clubhouse, practice greens, putting green and cafe. BUSHNELL PARK Located on 95 acres near the Fox River south of Burlington, Bushnell Park features a picnic shelter, playground equipment, ball field and recreational trails. CASE EAGLE PARK Located on 239 acres in Rochester, Case Eagle Park is currently under development and will feature picnic shelters, ball fields, soccer fields and recreational trails upon completion. 12 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide CLIFFSIDE PARK Located on 233 acres near Lake Michigan in Racine, Cliffside Park features a campground, picnic areas, playground equipment, tennis court, ball field and recreational trails. COLONEL HEG MEMORIAL PARK Located on 20 acres in Norway, Colonel Heg Memorial Park features a museum, picnic shelters and a ball field. EAGLE LAKE PARK Located on 25 acres in Dover, Eagle Lake Park features a boat launch, fishing pier, picnic shelter, playground equipment and a ball field. EVANS PARK Located on 66 acres in Yorkville, Evans Park features picnic areas and recreational trails. FISCHER PARK Located on 53 acres near Brown s Lake in Burlington, Fischer Park features a boat launch, swimming beach, bathhouse, concessions, picnic areas and a ball field. FOX RIVER PARK Located on 150 acres in Silver Lake, Fox River Park features a 9 hole disc golf course, boat launch, picnic areas, playground equipment, tennis court, sand volleyball court, ball diamond, recreational trails and a sledding hill during winter months. Parks & Recreation HABAN PARK Located on 40 acres in Mount Pleasant, Haban Park features picnic areas, ball fields and soccer fields. HORLICK PARK & ROOT RIVER PARKWAY Located on 650 acres in Racine, Caledonia and Raymond, Horlick Park and the Root River Parkway feature a boat launch and picnic areas. IVES GROVE GOLF LINKS Located on 168 acres in Rochester, Ives Grove Golf Links feature a 27 hole golf course, clubhouse, practice greens and putting greens. JOHN MARGIS JR. WILDLIFE AREA Located on 45 acres in Burlington, the John Margis Jr. Wildlife Area features a former state fish hatchery, boardwalk, picnic areas and recreational trails. KEMPER CENTER & ANDERSON ARTS CENTER Located on 15 acres near Lake Michigan in Kenosha, Kemper Center and Anderson Arts Center features historical buildings, fishing pier, picnic areas and is available for rentals. OLD SETTLERS PARK (KENOSHA COUNTY) Located on 17 acres near Paddock Lake in Brighton, Old Settlers Park features a swimming beach, bathhouse, picnic shelter, playground equipment and Spencer Field. OLD SETTLER S PARK (RACINE COUNTY) Located on 13 acres in Union Grove, Old Settler s Park features picnic areas, playground equipment and hosts the Racine County Fair annually. PETRIFYING SPRINGS PARK & GOLF COURSE Located on 360 acres near the Pike River in Somers, Petrifying Springs Park features an 18 hole golf course, picnic shelters, playground equipment, sand volleyball courts, horse shoe pits, ball diamonds and a sledding hill during winter months. PRITCHARD PARK Located on 79 acres in Racine, Pritchard Park features a fishing pond, picnic shelter, ball fields, soccer field and recreational trails. QUARRY LAKE PARK Located on 40 acres in Racine and Mt. Pleasant, Quarry Lake Park features scuba diving opportunities, fishing opportunities, swimming beach, bathhouse and picnic areas. RACINE HARBOR PARK Located on 16 acres in Lake Michigan, Racine Harbor Park features a fishing pier, fish cleaning station and a scenic overlook. SANDERS PARK Located on 80 acres in Mt. Pleasant, Sanders Park features a state scientific area, campground, picnic shelter and athletic facilities. SILVER LAKE PARK Located on 260 acres in Silver Lake, Silver Lake Park features a windsurfing area, swimming beach, bathhouse, concessions, picnic shelters, playground equipment, sand volleyball courts, ball diamond, soccer field and recreational trails. WEST END PARK Located on 234 acres in Randall and Wheatland, West End Park is currently under development and will feature a boat launch, swimming beach, bathhouse, picnic shelters and recreational trails upon completion. W.R. WADEWITZ NATURE CAMP Located on 168 acres in Rochester, the W.R. Wadewitz Nature Camp was a former Boy Scout camp and features a campground, picnic shelters and recreational trails. *For more information on parks throughout Kenosha County, call: (262) For more information on parks throughout Racine County, call: (262) Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 13

9 Local Area Attractions LOGIC PUZZLE MUSEUM 533 Milwaukee Ave. Burlington (262) REEFPOINT MARINA 2 Christopher Columbus Racine (262) Local Area Attractions 7 MILE FAIR 2720 W Seven Mile Rd. Caledonia (262) DEKOVEN CENTER st St. Racine ( 262) MOUND CEMETERY 1147 West Blvd. Racine (262) OLD ENGINE HOUSE #3 MUSEUM 700 6th St. Racine (262) RACINE ARTS COUNCIL 505 6th St. Racine (262) RACINE ART MUSEUM 441 Main St. Racine (262) RACINE ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY rd Dr. Union Grove (262) RACINE HERITAGE MUSEUM 701 Main St. Racine (262) RIDGEWOOD GARDENS 5455 Durand Ave. Racine (262) RIVER BEND NATURE CENTER 3600 N Green Bay Rd. Racine (262) SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN AVIATION MUSEUM 333 N Green Bay Rd. Racine (262) SWAN S PUMPKIN FARM 5930 Hwy. H Franksville (262) WASHINGTON PARK VELODROME 1821 Washington Rd. Kenosha (262) WESTERN UNION JUNCTION RAILROAD CLUB P.O. Box 503 Sturtevant (262) BOHEMIAN SCHOOLHOUSE Five Mile Rd. & Hwy. 31 Caledonia (262) DINOSAUR DISCOVERY MUSEUM th Ave. Kenosha (262) RACINE SYMPHONY P.O. Box 1874 Racine (262) WILMOT RACE WAY th St. Wilmot (262) ACTION TERRITORY th St. Kenosha (262) ELECTRIC STREETCAR CIRCULATOR th St. Kenosha (262) RACINE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS 2131 N Main St. Racine (262) WIND POINT LIGHTHOUSE 4725 Lighthouse Dr. Racine (262) APPLE HOLLER 5006 S Sylvania Ave. Sturtevant (262) GOLDEN RONDELLE THEATRE 1525 Howe St. Racine (262) RECPLEX & ICE ARENA 9900 Terwall Terrace Pleasant Prairie (262) WUSTUM MUSEUM 2519 Northwestern Ave. Racine (262) AVIATION MUSEUM 3239 N Green Bay Rd. Racine (262) JELLY BELLY CENTER Jelly Belly Ln. Pleasant Prairie (262) BRISTOL RENAISSANCE FAIR th Ave. Bristol (847) KEMPER CENTER rd Ave. Kenosha (262) CIVIL WAR MUSEUM 500 1st Ave. Kenosha (262) KENOSHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY st St. Kenosha (262) COUNTRY THUNDER USA 2305 Lance Dr. Twin Lakes (262) KENOSHA PUBLIC MUSEUM st Ave. Kenosha (262) Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 15

10 DNR License Centers KENOSHA CONTD. KMART # nd St. Kenosha (262) SOMERS WALMART # Brumback Blvd. Somers (262) DNR License Centers You can purchase hunting and fishing licenses, cross-country ski passes and snowmobile trail stickers through the Electronic License System. Online: dnr.wi.gov, Toll Free: 1 (888) Or visit one of the ELS agents available throughout Kenosha & Racine Counties: BURLINGTON JOHN S BAIT SHOP 381 W Market St. Burlington (262) KMART # Milwaukee Ave. Burlington (262) MEINEN S BAIT & TACKLE Durand Ave. Burlington (262) REINEMAN S TRUE VALE 417 Milwaukee Ave. Burlington (262) WALMART # S Milwaukee Ave. Burlington (262) Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide KENOSHA DICK S SPORTING GOODS # th St. Kenosha (262) GANDER MOUNTAIN # th Ave. Kenosha (262) HARBORSIDE BAIT & TACKLE th Ave. Kenosha (262) JALENSKY S OUTDOORS & MARINE, INC Green Bay Rd. Kenosha (262) KENOSHA COUNTY CLERK th St. Kenosha (262) LOU PERRINE S GAS & GROCERIES 5145 Sheridan Rd. Kenosha (262) PADDOCK LAKE PADDOCK LAKE SPORTING GOODS th St. Kenosha (262) RACINE CITGO GAS & FOODMART 2240 Northwestern Ave. Racine (262) DICK S SPORTING GOODS # S Green Bay Rd. Racine (262) KMART # S Green Bay St. Racine (262) KMART # Douglas Ave. Racine (262) KORTENDICK ACE HARDWARE 3806 Douglas Ave. Racine (262) MANGAT, INC N Main St. Racine (262) RACINE COUNTY CLERK 730 Wisconsin Ave. Racine (262) SPRING STREET MOBIL 3700 Spring St. Racine (262) SHOOTERS SPORT CENTER, INC Six Mile Rd. Racine (262) STURTEVANT DNR SERVICE CENTER 9531 Rayne Rd. Sturtevant (262) FARM & FLEET 8401 Durand Ave. Sturtevant (262) TURK S BAIT rd St. Sturtevant (262) WALMART # S Oakes Rd. Sturtevant (262) TWIN LAKES DO IT BEST HARDWARE 470 N Lake Ave. Twin Lakes (262) UNION GROVE UNION GROVE LUMBER & TRUE VALUE CO th Ave. Union Grove (262) WATERFORD REINEMAN S TRUE VALUE 209 N Milwaukee St. Waterford (262) RON S SUPER SERVICE 8226 Big Bend Rd. Waterford (262) WHEATLAND WHEATLAND TOWN OFFICE Geneva Rd. Wheatland (262) WIND LAKE FINN S BAIT & TACKLE 7957 W Wind Lake Rd. Wind Lake (262) Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 17

11 Wisconsin Hunting Seasons WHITE TAILED DEER* (NON-CWD & NON-METRO UNITS) Bow: 09/17/11-11/17/11 Gun: 11/19/11-11/27/11 Muzzleloader: 11/28/11-12/07/11 Youth Deer Hunt: 10/08/11-10/09/11 Statewide Antlerless Hunt: 12/08/11-12/11/11 BLACK BEAR* Dogs ARE NOT Permitted: 09/07/11-10/11/11 Dogs ARE Permitted: 09/07/11-10/11/11 WILD TURKEY Youth Turkey Hunt: 04/09/11-04/10/11 Spring: 04/13/11-04/17/11; 04/20/11-04/24/11; 04/27/11-05/01/11; 05/04/11-05/08/11; 05/11/11-05/15/11; 05/18/11-05/22/11 Fall: 09/17/11-11/17/11 For general information on firearm safety training call: 1 (888) CROW 01/18/11-03/20/11; 09/17/11-11/17/11 MOURNING DOVE 09/01/11-11/09/11 GRAY & FOX SQUIRRELS 09/18/10-01/31/11 COTTONTAIL RABBIT Northern Zone: 09/17/11-02/29/12 Southern Zone: 10/15/11-01/31/12 BOBCAT 10/15/11-12/25/11; 12/26/11-01/31/12 RED & GRAY FOXES 10/15/11-02/15/12 Hunting Safety RING-NECKED PHEASANT 10/15/11-12/31/11 COYOTE Continuous RUFFED GROUSE* Zone A: 09/17/11-01/31/12 Zone B: 10/15/11-12/08/11 SHARP-TAILED GROUSE 10/15/11-11/06/11 BOBWHITE QUAIL 10/15/11-12/07/11 HUNGARIAN PARTRIDGE* 10/15/11-12/31/11 RACCOON Resident: 10/15/11-02/15/12 Nonresident: 10/29/11-02/15/12 WOODCOCK 09/24/11-11/07/11 CANADA GOOSE 09/01/11-09/15/11 *Please contact your local DNR office for specific hunting and trapping zone regulations. All hunters should consider taking an advanced hunter education class to learn the latest hunting techniques along with tips on coming home alive. Here are five suggestions for a safe and successful hunting experience: 18 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 1. Get a detailed map of the area you are hunting, review it before you leave, and carry it with you in the field. 2. Carry a compass and know how to use it. Decide ahead of time the direction to head for if you get lost or disoriented. 3. Weather can change quickly in Minnesota, so hunters should carry a simple survival kit and be prepared for an unexpected overnight stay in the field. The survival kit should contain a rope, a knife, water, waterproof matches, an emergency shelter, and first aid supplies. 4. If you are on the water, make sure to wear a personal flotation device (life preserver). 5. Know your hunting partners physical and emotional limitations, as well as your own, and don t push your partners or yourself beyond those limits. Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 19

12 Wisconsin Fishing Seasons EARLY INLAND TROUT 03/05/11-05/01/11 LAKE STURGEON (Hook & Line) 09/04/10-09/30/10 GENERAL INLAND TROUT 05/07/11-09/30/11 LARGE & SMALLMOUTH BASS Northern Zone (Catch & Release): 05/07/11-06/17/11 Northern Zone: (Harvest): 06/18/11-03/04/12 Southern Zone: (05/07/11-03/04/12 MUSKELLUNGE Northern Zone: 05/28/11-11/30/11 Southern Zone: 05/07/11-12/31/11 NORTHERN PIKE 05/07/11-03/04/12 WALLEYE 05/07/11-03/04/12 Wisconsin Trapping Seasons COYOTE 10/15/11-02/15/12 FOX (RED & GRAY) 10/15/11-02/15/12 Common Fish Species BEAVER Zone A: 11/05/11-04/30/12 Zone B: 11/05/11-04/30/12 Zone C: 11/05/11-04/30/12 Zone D: 1 day after duck season closes - 03/15/12 FISHER 10/16/10-12/31/11 BOBCAT 10/15/11-12/25/11; 12/26/11-01/31/12 OTTER Northern Zone: 11/05/11-04/30/12 Central Zone: 11/05/11-03/31/12 Southern Zone: 11/05/11-03/31/12 MINK Northern Zone: 10/15/11-02/29/12 Southern Zone: 10/29/11-02/29/12 Winnebago Zone: 10/29/11-03/15/12 Mississippi River: 1 day after duck season closes MUSKRAT Northern Zone: 10/15/11-02/29/12 Southern Zone: 10/29/11-02/29/12 Winnebago Zone: 10/29/11-03/15/12 Mississippi River: 1 day after duck season closes RACCOON Resident: 10/15/11-02/15/12 Nonresident: 10/29/11-02/15/12 20 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 21

13 Boating Safety Know Your Craft Boating Safety Operating Watercraft Follow these guidelines to help prevent and prepare for capsizing, swamping, or someone falling overboard. Make sure that you and your passengers are wearing life jackets while the boat is moving. Attach the ignition safety lanyard to your wrist, clothes, or life jacket. Don t allow anyone to sit on the gunwale, bow, seat backs, motor cover, or areas not designed for seating. Also, don t let anyone sit on pedestal seats when craft is not in idle. Don t overload your boat. Balance the load of passengers and gear stored on-board. Keep your center of gravity low by not allowing people to stand up or move around while craft is in motion. In small boats, don t allow anyone to lean beyond the gunwale. Turn boat at slow rates of speed. Secure the anchor line to the bow, never to the stern. Don t risk operating water craft in rough conditions or bad weather. 22 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Who May Operate a Motorboat (Other Than a Personal Watercraft) For engines 25 horsepower or less: Those under age 12 may operate without restrictions. For engines over 25 horsepower through 75 horsepower: Those under age 12 must have someone 21 years of age or older on board within reach of the controls. For engines over 75 horsepower: No children under age 12 may operate, even with an adult on board. Other restrictions apply to boat operators 12 to 17 years old: Operators from 12 to 17 years of age may operate engines of 25 horsepower or lower with no restrictions. For engines over 25 horsepower: Operators 12 to 17 years of age must have: A watercraft operator s permit, or someone age21 years or older old on board within reach of the controls. Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 23

14 Boating Safety Flotation Devices Offshore Life Jackets - Type 1: For rough or remote waters where rescue may take awhile. Provide the most buoyancy, excellent for flotation, turns most unconscious persons face up in the water. 24 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Near-Shore Vests - Type 2: Good for calm waters when quick assistance or rescue is likely. Turns some unconscious wearers face up in the water, but not as efficiently as offshore life jackets. Flotation Aids - Type 3: Vests or full-sleeved jackets good for calm waters when quick assistance is likely. Not for rough waters. They will not turn most unconscious persons face up. Used for sports, such as water-skiing. Some inflate in water. Unwearable / Throwable Devices - Type 4: Cushions and ring buoys designed to be thrown to someone in trouble. Type 4 is not designed to be worn. Not for rough waters - not for anyone unable to hold on to it. Special Use - Type 5: Vests, hybrids/others designed for specific activities, for example windsurfing, kayaking, water-skiing. Some Type 5 devices inflate when entering the water. To be acceptable, Type 5 must be used in compliance with their label instructions. All watercraft must have at least one Coast Guard Approved Type 1, 2, 3 or 5 flotation device that is the proper size for each person on board or being towed. All devices must be in good condition and easily accessible. Children under age 10 must wear a device when on board a boat that is underway unless: in an enclosed cabin or below deck or on an anchored boat that is being used for swimming or diving or passenger craft with a licensed captain. Along with the above at least one approved Type 4 must be on board boats 16 ft. or longer (except canoes and kayaks) and immediately available. A Coast Guard approved Type 5 device may be substituted for any other Coast Guard approved device if it meets the same requirements and is noted on the label. Anyone riding a jet ski or other Personal Water Craft must wear an approved -non inflating flotation device, as well as anyone being towed by a water craft. Improving Lakes, Rivers & Streams Use phosphorus-free fertilizers to help control algae growth. Phosphorus helps to feed algae. Excessive algae makes swimming and fishing unpleasant, and stresses fish and wildlife. Bag your lawn clippings or use them for compost. Grass and leaves also contain phosphorus which promote algae growth. Trimmings that end up in streets end up polluting lakes and streams. Utilize rain barrels for gardening to help reduce runoff, as runoff transports pollutants to lakes and streams. Pick up after your pets, as their waste causes algae growth and has bacteria. Use alternative methods for controlling pests and weeds, or limit your chemical use to the minimum amount required. Maintain your lawn by seeding bare patches, aerating and allowing your grass to grow between 2½-3 inches to prevent soil erosion and promote strong roots. Swap your lawn for native plants, as native plants have deeper roots which prevent soil erosion. Be aware of what you put down drains and toilets. Oils, paints and hazardous chemicals should never be flushed. Hazardous waste should be disposed of in the proper manner. Utilize environmentally friendly household products, such as dish washing soap and laundry detergent. Conserve water by turning it off when not needed, as it reduces the amount of water that needs to be treated for consumption. Utilize porous pavers for walkways and driveways to lower the amount of water runoff. For more information on improving lakes, rivers and streams, call the Wisconsin DNR at 1 (888) Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 25

15 Bicycle Safety Always wear a properly fitting bike helmet as most serious injuries are to the head. Be sure your handlebars, seat and wheels fit snugly. Keep your bike in good shape by checking and oiling your chain, making sure your brakes work properly and maintaining your tire pressure. Always ride with both hands on the handlebars except when doing turn signals. When leaving a driveway, curb or alleyway always stop and check for traffic in both directions. Cross only at intersections. Use the crosswalk to walk your bike across busy intersections and follow the traffic signals. Never ride against traffic. Travel in the same direction as the cars. Whenever you can, use bike routes and avoid busy streets. Don t ride near parked cars as doors can open and cause accidents. Obey all traffic signs and traffic lights. When biking with friends, ride in a single file. Always pass other bikers or pedestrians on the left and say On your left! to make your presence known. ATV Safety Read the owner s manual and know your vehicle thoroughly. Check your vehicle before you ride. Wear protective equipment and clothing. Don t lend your vehicle to unskilled riders. Supervise young or inexperienced riders. Never carry a passenger on vehicles meant for one rider. Do not operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Drive at speeds that are appropriate to trail conditions. Stay to the right on trails. Stay away from thin ice, open water and wetlands Know the weather forecast. Make sure headlights and taillights work properly. Maintain safe distances between other riders. Reduce your speed when riding at night. Yield to other motor vehicles and trail users. Young or beginning riders are encouraged to take a safety training course. Always use bicycle hand signals to alert traffic of your changing direction. 26 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 27

16 Snowmobile Safety Do not consume alcohol or take drugs prior to or during your snowmobile trip. Doing so increases your chances of injury or death. Slow down and don t cut to the inside of the trail corners. It s dangerous and illegal. If you snowmobile at night, don t override your lights. Always use the buddy system. Never ride off alone. Drowning is one of the causes of many snowmobile fatalities. Whenever possible, avoid the ice. Wear sensible, protective clothing designed for operating a snowmobile. Use a full size helmet, goggles, or visor to prevent injuries from twigs, stones, ice chips and other debris. Avoid wearing long scarves. They may get caught in moving parts of the snowmobile. Know the terrain you are going to ride. If unfamiliar to you, ask someone who has traveled over it before. Know the weather forecast, especially the ice and snow conditions. Be sure your snowmobile is in top-notch mechanical condition throughout the months of use. Familiarize yourself with the snowmobile you are driving. Thoroughly read the manual that accompanies the snowmobile. Do not pursue domestic or wild animals. That is not the conduct of a sportsman. Report such violations to the nearest law enforcement officer. Common Trail Signs Snowmobile Safety 28 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 29

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18 Home Safety Keep the outside of your home well-lit. Motion sensors and timers help deter burglars. Dead-bolts and peep-holes should be placed on all outside doors. Windows and sliding glass doors should have locks and be in good working order. Keep your garage door closed. Use an engraver to mark computers, cameras, stereos, TV s, tools, yard equipment, etc. Never leave valuables, expensive jewelry, or large amounts of cash at home. If you must, keep a list of your valuables with serial numbers to assist in insurance claims. Keep your car locked at all times and store all valuables out of sight. Guns should always be stored unloaded and with a gunlock. Become part of a neighborhood watch or program that is similar. Be suspicious of unusual people or vehicles in your neighborhood. Document the date, time, description and license plate number to give to law enforcement if needed. When on vacation, do not advertise your absence. Stop mail and newspaper delivery. Have a trusted friend or neighbor to give the impression you are home by stopping by to take out trash, shovel snow, mow the lawn, etc. Carbon Monoxide Safety PREVENTION Install carbon monoxide detectors near every bedroom, gas appliance and in your RV, camper or motor home and test them monthly. Have flues, chimneys and all fuel-burning appliances inspected by a professional annually. Make sure fireplaces, wood stoves, dryers, furnaces and water heaters are properly vented to the outside. Only burn clean and untreated wood. Never idle your car or gas powered vehicle in the garage, with or without the garage door open. Toxic fumes build up quickly and can easily contaminate your home. Never use gas-powered engines like weed trimmers, snow blowers, chain saws, lawnmowers or portable generators in enclosed areas. Never use a charcoal grill indoors or in any closed area. Never use a gas oven to heat your home. Never sleep in a room or area heated with a gas or kerosene space heater that does not have proper ventilation. SYMPTOMS Headaches, severe fatigue, vomiting, nausea, muscle and joint pain, dizziness, tingling, vertigo Attention and multi-tasking problems, short-term memory problems, word-finding problems Irritability, temper, loss of interest, sleep disturbance, anxiety, lack of motivation Eating and swallowing difficulties, vision problems, lack of muscular coordination, speaking difficulty, ringing in the ears Seizures, tremors, balancing problems, shortness of breath Carbon monoxide poisoning is easily confused with flu-like symptoms. Serious longterm health risks or death can result if warning signs are ignored. Carbon monoxide can affect you for days, weeks, months or years. High levels of carbon monoxide can be fatal within minutes. TREATMENT Immediately take the victim out to fresh air. If the victim cannot be removed, open every window and door. All appliances should be turned off. Take the victim to an emergency room as quickly as fast as possible, or call Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 33

19 Emergency Planning ESCAPE ROUTES Everyone in your family should know the best ways to exit the house in case of a disaster. Teach your young children how to open sliding doors, windows and other exits. Designate a meeting place where the family can gather after escaping from the house. FLASHLIGHTS The whole family needs to know where to find flashlights. Periodically check the batteries. FULLY CHARGED CELL PHONES All family members should keep their cell phones charged. Make a habit of charging them, while everyone is asleep. Cell phones can be lifesavers in emergencies. LIST OF VALUABLES Keep this document listing your possessions (and if possible, a video of your home interior) in a fireproof safe, or in a safe deposit box at a bank. COMMUNITY EMERGENCY PLANS Familiarize yourself with community evacuation plans and neighborhood escape routes. Post a copy of them in a highly visible place in your home. 34 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide THUNDERSTORM/TORNADO Remove dead branches from trees beforehand to avoid injury or damage. After seeing lightning, if you hear thunder in less than 30 seconds, it is recommended that you stay inside for 30 minutes after the thunder has ceased. The inside of a car is safer than the outside, as a lightning strike will simply pass through the car as long as you aren t in contact with any metal. Unplug all major appliances, as a power surge can cause serious damage. Avoid all tall structures and elevated areas as well as large amounts of metal. FIRES Make sure that every level of your house has a smoke detector, and be sure to test them once a month. Have the family plan an emergency exit route. Always keep track of any stoves or high-temperature/ high-voltage appliances that are running. Be sure to never leave any cooking unattended. Keep lighters and matches away from children. If a burn occurs, soak the skin in cool water. If the skin blisters, seek medical assistance. x Emergency First-Aid Tips x FIRST AID FOR CPR & HEART ATTACK CPR CPR is to be administered when a person is not breathing or has no pulse. Be quick to act by remembering the A,B,C s: Airway, Breathing & Circulation. Airway: Place the person on a firm surface, on their back. Kneel next to the person s neck and shoulders. Open the person s airway by tilting back the head and lifting the chin. Breathing: With the head tilted and chin lifted, pinch the nostrils shut and cover the person s mouth with yours. Give two slow breaths. Circulation: Find the hand position on the center of the breastbone. Place the heel of your hand on that position, with your other hand on top of the first hand. Use your upper body weight to push down. Give two compressions per second. Compress the chest at a rate equal to 100/minute. Perform 30 compressions at this rate. Repeat until an ambulance arrives. HEART ATTACK Symptoms of a heart attack may include any of the following: Uncomfortable pressure, fullness or squeezing pain in the center of the chest. Expanded pain in the upper abdomen. Shortness of breath. Pain or numbness in either arms, shoulders, neck, jaw or teeth. Dizziness or fainting. Nausea and sweating. If you or someone else may be having a heart attack - follow these steps immediately: DIAL 911 Chew and swallow Aspirin (unless you are allergic/not allowed to) Take Nitroglycerin (only if prescribed) Begin CPR if the person is unconscious IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 911 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 35

20 x Emergency First-Aid Tips x FIRST AID FOR BURNS & CHOKING BURNS For minor 1st and 2nd degree burns smaller than 3 in diameter: Cool the Burn. Run cool water over the burned area for 5 minutes, or until the pain diminishes. Never put ice on a burn! Bandage the burn with sterile gauze: It is important to use loosely wrapped gauze. This will avoid pressure and the bandage protects blisters. NEVER put lotions, vaseline, ointments or butter on burn. Do not break any blisters, which can cause infection. Take Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen or Acetominophen to relieve pain: Minor burns usually heal with these basic treatments. Be aware for signs of infection which may include: increased pain, redness, fever, swelling or oozing. If symptoms develop, seek medical help. Avoid tanning the burned area for at least a year. Protect the area with sunscreen outdoors. Avoid giving aspirin to children. For 3rd degree burns/all major burns - DIAL 911 DO NOT run cold water over large severe burns - this can cause shock. DO NOT remove burnt clothing. Check for signs of breathing/coughing/movement. If there are no signs of breathing begin CPR. Elevate burned areas above heart level, if possible. Cover the burn(s) with cool, sterile, moist bandages, towels or cloth. CHOKING Most people clutch at their throats when choking, an obvious symbol for help. However, if a person isn t giving that signal, be alert for these indications. Inability to talk, difficulty breathing or noisy breathing, inability to cough forcefully, skin/lips/nails turning blue, loss of consciousness. The Red Cross recommends a five-and-five method for first aid: First give five blows between the person s shoulders with the heel of your hand. Second, perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) five times. Alternate between five back blows and five abdominal thrusts until the blockage is dislodged. 36 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 911 x Emergency First-Aid Tips x FIRST AID FOR INSECT BITES/ANAPHYLAXIS & POISON SAFETY INSECT BITES/ANAPHYLAXIS Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction from insect bites (latex, food and drug allergies can also cause Anaphylaxis). Typical symptoms include hives, the swelling of lips or eyes, swollen throat, drop in blood pressure, light headedness, confusion, nausea or diarrhea. If someone is having an allergic reaction from an insect bite with these symptoms: CALL 911. Administer emergency prescription medication. See if the person is carrying special emergency allergy medicine and give it to them according to the directions. Loosen tight clothing. Lay the person down. The person should lay down on their back with feet elevated. Turn them on their side if they are vomiting or bleeding from their mouth to prevent them from choking. If they are not breathing - administer CPR. Most insect bite reactions are mild and cause no allergic reaction. If stung by a bee, use a straight edged object, like a credit card, to scrape away the stinger. Don t use tweezers - they can pinch more venom out of the stinger. Apply an ice pack to the area and take an over the counter pain reliever. POISON PREVENTION Teach your children about poison and how it can look like a food or drink. They should always ask an adult before eating or drinking anything. Have them learn the poison control phone number: and keep it programmed or posted near all your phones. Here are some prevention tips. Lock up your poisons and medications. Keep them out of the reach of children, lock them up if possible. Make sure your children understand that medicine is not candy. Follow directions carefully. Read your labels. Be sure to use and store all poisons and medications properly according to recommendations. Keep your pets safe from household chemicals, too. Don t allow pets near areas that have just been cleaned with chemicals, such as freshly mopped floors or bleached bathtubs and sinks. Clean up any antifreeze/coolant spills. Pets like the flavor but they can die if they ingest it. Store poisonous foods or plants in areas that your pets cannot access. Call your local emergency veterinary hospital if you believe your pet has been poisoned. IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 911 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 37

21 Safety Tips for Parents & For Kids PARENTS: Teach your kids that an emergency is when you need help from a doctor, a police officer or a firefighter. Designate a safe place by your house that a child can go to if they need help right away. Have your kids memorize your address and phone numbers. They should also know your full name and where you work. Emergency Numbers For Kids KEEP A COPY OF THIS LIST NEAR EACH PHONE IN YOUR HOUSE MY ADDRESS: MY PHONE NUMBER: KIDS: FIRE SAFETY If you or someone else is on fire - remember to STOP, DROP and ROLL. Wrap a blanket on the person to help put out the fire. If there is a fire, leave the house as fast as you can! Crawl on the floor to avoid smoke and if the door is hot, don t open it - find another way out. Learn all the fire exits in your house. Assign a safe place outside for everyone to meet in case of a fire emergency. MOM AT WORK: MOM CELL PHONE: DAD AT WORK: DAD CELL PHONE: NEIGHBOR: HOME ALONE Never tell anyone that you are home alone. If someone calls and ask for your mom and dad, tell them They cannot come to the phone right now, can you please call back later? Do not answer the door, unless it is someone that you know your parents have okay d them to come over. 38 Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide EMERGENCY CONTACT: POISON CONTROL: EMERGENCY DIAL 911Kenosha & Racine Counties - Resident Guide 39

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