Kat shares an exciting announcement and talks about Jack Vilas the first fire aviation pilot in Wisconsin and the world!

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After a brief hiatus, Kat is back with another episode. This one is about a history in the making. Kat catches up with what she’s been up to and talks about the best way to explore Vilas County.

***links coming soon*

Host Kat sits down with Julia from "That Wisconsin Couple" to discuss their recent visit to Minocqua. They delve into the charming places they explored, their cozy stay at a cabin managed by Lakeland Rental Management, and how the town has evolved since their childhood. Julia and Kat also share their love for history and much more! Check out the links below for more information from the episode.

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In this episode, host Kat takes you on a journey through the infamous Fairlawn Mansion in Superior, WI. Discover the fascinating story of the man behind the mansion and our states 6th national park, explore the many lives this historic home has lived, and hear about the resident ghosts that roam its halls. Join us for a captivating exploration of one of the Northwoods' most intriguing landmarks.

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Sources:
YouTube- The Fairlawn Mansion Tour- Superior Public Museum-The Fairlawn Mansion Tour

SAH Archipedia-FAIRLAWN MANSION, MARTIN AND GRACE PATTISON HOUSE-Marsha Weisiger https://sah-archipedia.org/buildings/WI-01-DG6

Northern News Now-Holding On To History: The legacy of Martin and Grace Pattison lives on-By Dave Anderson Published: Dec. 18, 2023 - https://www.northernnewsnow.com/2023/12/19/holding-history-legacy-martin-grace-pattison-lives/

Geni- Genealogy of Simeon Martin Thayer- Eric Orner- https://www.geni.com/people/Simeon-Pattison/6000000033147768881

Superior Public Museums- MARTIN PATTISON - THE GREAT LUMBER BARON- by Martha Sheibe-https://superiorpublicmuseums.org/january-2020/

SSWDA- The Double Life of Martin Pattison (1841 to 1872; 1872 to 1918)- https://www.sswda.org/archive/the-double-life-of-martin-pattison-1841-to-1872-1872-to-1918/

Northern News Now- Historic mansion plays important role in Superior's history- By Izabella Zadra Published: Jul. 12, 2024- https://www.northernnewsnow.com/2024/07/12/historic-mansion-plays-important-role-superiors-history/

Fox 21 Local News- The Ghosts of Fairlawn Mansion in Superior-September 26, 2022 by Cam Derr- https://www.fox21online.com/2022/09/26/the-ghosts-of-fairlawn-mansion-in-superior/

Wisconsin Haunted Houses- Fairlawn Mansion and Museum - Superior WI Real Haunted Places- https://www.wisconsinhauntedhouses.com/real-haunt/fairlawn-mansion-museum.html

Lost in the States- Fairlawn Mansion- Posted on August 22, 2023 by Mike Sonnenberg- https://lostinthestates.com/fairlawn-mansion/

Wisconsin Department of Natural Recourses- History Pattison State Park-https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/pattison/history

1889 VICTORIAN HOUSE RESTORATION- Fairlawn Mansion- From Zenithcity.com and written by Judith Liebaert Original link here: Superiors American Castle- http://1889victorianrestoration.blogspot.com/2016/03/fairlawn-mansion.html

In this episode, join Kat as she explores the fascinating Wisconsin Concrete Park in Phillips, WI. Discover the intriguing story of Fred Smith, the visionary behind this unique attraction. We’ll delve into his life, the incredible sculptures he created, and the captivating lore surrounding the park. Tune in for an engaging journey through art, history, and local legends.

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Sources:

**All photos sourced from the Wisconsin concrete park Website**

Wisconsin concrete park website:

https://wisconsinconcretepark.org/

• By Anna Maria Hansen ahansen@pricecountyreview.com Sep 12, 2019

https://www.apg-wi.com/price_county_review/paywall/rock-garden-tavern-opens-at-concrete-park/article_1882b0b6-d4cf-11e9-acb7-73d999f31510.html

John Michael Kohler Arts Center

https://www.jmkac.org/artist/smith-fred/

'The Wisconsin Road Guide to Haunted Locations' By Chad Lewis and Terry Fisk

Rock Garden Tavern opens at Concrete Park

In this episode, your host Kat dives into the hot debate about what constitutes "Up North" in Wisconsin. Is it a specific location, a feeling, or a state of mind? Kat explores the various ways people define this beloved region, uncovering local perspectives and traditions that shape its identity.

If you prefer to read along or want to delve deeper into the discussion, visit our blog at Northwoodsnavigator.com. There, you'll find references, visuals, and additional content from this episode.

Tune in to join the conversation and discover what "Up North" means to you!

**SOURCES**

• Where does 'up north' Wisconsin begin? We might never answer the question, but here are 5 possible ways to define it Chelsey Lewis Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:

https://www.jsonline.com/story/travel/wisconsin/2022/07/08/where-does-up-north-wisconsin-start-depends-how-you-define/7816652001/

• State cartographers office: Wisconsin facts and trivia

• https://www.sco.wisc.edu/wisconsin/geography/

  
  

• Where does 'up north' begin? Wisconsinites can't agreeJames B. Nelson Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2017/06/29/where-does-up-north-begin-wisconsinites-cant-agree/438572001/⁠
• Stakeholders' Perceptions of Parcelization in Wisconsin's Northwoods

• Mark Rickenbach University of Wisconsin–Madison Paul H. Gobster USDA Forest Service

  https://www.researchgate.net/publication/233676590_Stakeholders%27_Perceptions_of_Parcelization_in_Wisconsin%27s_Northwoods

• (2014 Climate article)Forest ecosystem vulnerability assessment and synthesis for northern Wisconsin and western Upper Michigan: a report from the Northwoods Climate Change Response Framework project

• https://research.fs.usda.gov/treesearch/46393

• Flowing through history: Why the Portage Canal was pivotal for Wisconsin, and why it still is.

• Keith Uhlig Wausau Daily Herald

  https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/history/2021/09/28/portage-canal-connects-wisconsin-rivers-history-and-culture/8217883002/

• Village of Crivitz town site

• https://www.villageofcrivitz.com/

Welcome to "History in the Pines," the podcast that dives deep into the rich history and intriguing lore of Northwoods Wisconsin. If you love tales of lost lore, historical mysteries, and the charm of small-town life, you're in the right place.