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Published journal depicting the 350 mile canoe trip from High Lake in Boulder Junction to the Chippewa River, illustrating the historic importance of the Manitowish River and Chain of Lakes as a corridor of travel. 1926 |
Summary |
The canoe trip was foiled by low water and pulp mill dam operations. The journal contains key insights of conditions on the Turtle Flambeau Flowage while the Turtle Dam was under construction. Joe Ilg 's Camp, which had gained a reputation as a destination, is referenced in the journal. |
Collection |
Lakes & Rivers- MW and area |
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Click here to read the journal. |
Source |
Collected or Produced by Staff |
Catalog Number |
2021.001.014 |
Published Date |
12/1926 |
Author |
James J. Gore |
Search Terms |
1920s Manitowish Chain Manitowish River Rest Lake Park Falls Boulder Junction fishing Canoe Rapids River camping Dam Lake Turtle Flambeau Flowage Ilg Camp dams Low water levels Flambeau River |
People |
Ilg, Joe Sr. |