Tourism in Wisconsin's Sawyer County generates over 100 million dollars per year, and contrary to a strong belief, agriculture lags behind. Generating only half that in annual agriculture revenue, livestock and crops of hay, corn, soybean, wheat and oats are tops on the list of farm products. And don't forget this is Wisconsin, land of cheeseheads ... so it is not a surprised to learn Wisconsin's dairy industry is second only to the huge state of California.
   Speaking of cheese, this Flambeau River dairy farm borders on the Flambeau River State Forest in north-central Wisconsin. First established in 1930 with 3600 acres, today's forestland protects over 90,000 acres. Its unusual name, meaning torch in French, is thought to date back to the Colonial era when French trappers witnessed Chippewa Natives fishing at night by torchlight. Today the river is best known among canoeists for its outstanding canoe-camping excursions. Outstanding scenery, fishing and mid-level whitewater often entice Mid-Westerners on river trips that last a week or more. While the South Fork offers more challenging Class III rapids, both north and south forks run through nearly 75 miles of Flambeau River forest beauty. It's said that there is a stretch of river for everyone, young and old, beginner or pro.

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