Bayfield News

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12/31/2025

Ferry Update (December 31, 2025): Within two weeks, we expect to only operate the smaller ice boats. Oversized transport will be limited, especially on first and last trips. Customers should minimize moving large vehicles and leave them where needed. Please help us in getting everyone where they need to be on time. Thank you!

12/30/2025

For those of us who leave NYE to the pros and are pleased to end the year with a great meal at home, Juneberry Corner Store.

12/30/2025

Talk about an ice breaker! If you have ever thought about joining Friends of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore? Do it today and you can help us SMASH a record for the most new members in our 23-year history. The Islands need you now more than ever. Go to https://friendsoftheapostleislands.org/support-us/ to join Friends and let's end the year stronger than ever.

12/23/2025

❄️✨ UPDATED NOTICE: TONIGHT (12/23) AT 5:00 PM

Boozhoo Red Cliff Families and Community,
Please join us at the Leo LaFernier Sr. Bezhigogaabaw Cultural Center for our community gathering this evening.

Unfortunately, the Aadizookaan portion of our evening is postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date. However, the gathering and the feast are still moving forward as planned!

😋 The Feast is Still On – Provided by Frybread Shack
We invite the entire community to come in, warm up, and share a meal together. All are welcome! Tonight's Menu:
∙Main: Ham & Meatballs
∙Sides: Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Manoomin, Hotdish, and Vegetables
∙Salads: Holiday Vegetable Salad with Cranberry Balsamic Dressing & Pasta Salad
∙Extras: Soup, Dessert and Beverages.

💪 Connect with the Club
While we eat, please take the opportunity to:
∙ Meet Our Staff: Get to know the team at the Boys & Girls Club of Gichigami.
∙ Club Offerings: Learn about the programs and resources the Club will be offering our youth and families this season.

🙌 Event Details:
When: TONIGHT! - Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM
Where: Leo LaFernier, Sr., (Bezhigogaabaw) Cultural Center 88989 Nuzzo Road, Red Cliff, WI

We look forward to rescheduling our Aadizookaan night soon and will announce the new date as soon as it is confirmed.
We hope to see the whole community there at 5:00 PM. Miigwech!

12/21/2025

Beautiful paintings by fantastic guests at Bloom today! Pop in at paint at 11AM today🎨❄️

12/21/2025

We're $500 away from our goal!
🎉 Add your $50 to the pot and keep the Rec Center rocking!
BayfieldRec.Org/give

12/21/2025

The latest Dark Skies Norther Lights Pendant is complete!

I stepped out and looked up into the velvet inky sky as pink tourmaline, blue topaz and emeralds danced around a diamond dusted night. Orion winked as I gazed into an unpolluted and pristine night where the Milky Way formed a hazy arch. How lucky are we to live in a place where true magical night skies inspire dreams, art, creativity and create such awe.

Titanium coated drusy quartz and amethyst . Hand fabricated from sterling silver sheet and wire.

20% of sale of this piece will be donated to the Friends of the Apostle Islands Dark Skies Campaign.

12/21/2025

Alpine Report: Opening Day!! We have an excellent start to the season. There is 12-24 inches of snow on out main trails. The Bunny Hill, Little Joe, Giiwedin, Flamingo, and Jerry's Run are all open. The remaining are waiting on more natural snow.

12/15/2025

Feeling like a grown up kid? We’ve got some hot cocoa just for you. How about a shot of Baileys and Kahlúa whipped cream! Go ahead and add all the marshmallows you want.

12/15/2025

🎅🎄 Today’s the day —Santa Arrives in Bayfield!

Families are invited to gather at the Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion as Santa and his Elf arrive aboard the Madeline Island Ferry Line.

With chilly temperatures expected, be sure to bundle up — the Pavilion will open once Santa arrives for a warm, indoor visit.

🕦 11:30 am – Families gather
⛴️ 11:50 am – Santa arrives
🎁 Noon–1 pm – Visit with Santa inside the Pavilion

Children can meet Santa, share their Christmas lists, take photos, and enjoy goody bags and refreshments from the Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau.

We can’t wait to welcome Santa to !