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You have found the right place for that
'extra-special thing to do' on your trip
to the northwoods of Wisconsin.
Discover our Eco/Geo/History tour.
This is something you will not want to miss!
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winning show Venture North
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We also had a family reunion - a first for Down To Earth Tours.
Here are their comments:
The tour was a great hit with my family, both young and old commented
on a fantastic day spent learning and viewing the history and ecology
of the area. Also for all 20 of us to be together enjoying the same event
for the entire day was fantastic. This for sure will go down as
the best family reunion event ever by all the families
that attended our reunion this year.
2010 is here!
Not too early to begin planning for an eco-geo-history adventure.
Whether you live here or are visiting Wisconsin's beautiful northwoods,
you will be impressed with what we do, where we go, and what we have to share.
If interested in regional history, nature, ecology, geology, wildlife,
forests, nature's beauty, glacial history, lakes, rivers or watersheds -
or the legends and lore of the northwoods,
a Down To Earth Eco-Geo-History Tour
should be near the top of your 'To Do List'.
NEW Added Tour for 2010
NATIVE FOCUS TOUR - The Lives of the Ojibwa
Coming in May, and continuing each month through October,
we will be offering a new and exciting cultural tour.
Our focus of this day-tour will be the Ojibwa people of
northern Wisconsin. The Ojibwa have a long history here in
northern Wisconsin, and continue to call the northwoods home.
Yet the vast majority of residents and visitors know relatively little
about their rich heritage. We intend to remedy that by offering
this diverse and fascinating Ojibwa day-tour and ‘short course.’
The day’s agenda:
• their history and culture,
• the Ojibwa language,
• the significance of their monthly ‘moons’,
• the foods they harvested,
• the way they lived their lives here in the northwoods,
• visit ancient trails and portage routes,
• investigate and learn about important village sites,
• discuss, with respect, some of their beliefs and customs.
And we will share some of their stories and legends,
that have been a part of their lives forever.
Each monthly tour will have a specific topic related to the name for
that month, such as the ‘blueberry moon’ of August,
or the ‘wild rice moon’ of September, and we will
explore the ‘topic of the month’ more in depth.
Our plans at this point are to have our monthly tour on
the closest Saturday to the date of the full moon. Our tour will be
a unique opportunity to learn about the lives of people
who have called northern Wisconsin home for centuries.
As plans proceed we will be able to develop our pricing.
Please bookmark our website and return for any updates.
Or you can email or call Down To Earth Tours
to let us know your interest, and we will
send you a periodic update of our progress.
I hope you will join us on this brand new tour this year.
We are excited about this new adventure and hope to see you
on one of our Native Focus Cultural Tours this summer.
Space is limited, so early reservations may be in order.
I am sure that you will come away with an enhanced
appreciation and awareness of the lives of the people
who have called the northwoods home
for several dozens of generations. Join us!
Thanks! Dave Thorson - Down To Earth
info@downtoearthtours.com
715-376-4260
Planned Tour Dates - all Saturdays: May 1; May 22: June 26*;
July 24; August 28; September 25, and October 23*.
(stars are full moon days)
Why Should I Take a Down To Earth Tour?
I recently had a long-time area resident tell me:
"Why should I go on your tour - I know this neck of the woods."
Good point! Long-time residents do have a knowledge of
the place they call home and their experiences are
something we all can learn from.
However, this point of view is definitely an obstacle
in my efforts to market to people having a history here.
I suppose I can argue that till the cows come home
and not change anyone's mind. What I can share, however,
is what many area residents or long-time visitors have
shared with me and with others. One comment stands out:
"I had no idea of the kinds of things I saw and
learned about my own backyard today!"
A song from the Disney movie Pocohantas
called 'Colors of the Wind' really describes what we do -
"You'll learn things you never knew, you never knew!"
Your Vacation Time is Precious. Make it Count!
Before Proceeding Ask Yourself
"What do I want my northwoods vacation experience to be?"
(here are 10 answers our guests have told us)
1 - "R & R - rest and relaxation"
2 - "Value for my vacation dollar"
3 - "Great memories!"
4 - "High quality experiences"
5 - "Something different,out of the ordinary,
and off-the-beaten-path"
6 - "Stories and photos to bring home"
7 - "Beauty, scenery, wildlife - the true northwoods"
8 - "Local culture and history"
9 - "Nature, legends and lore, unique experiences"
10 - "A sense of adventure, discovery, and exploration"
If these comments from our guests are similar
to your wishes for a great vacation experience - read on.
These ten responses tell so much
about what our Magical History Tour is about!
You will have a special & super day!
That is what we do -
We make it count!
Call or email to make a reservation today.
Explore the Natural History, Cultural History,
& Geologic/Glacial History of
Wisconsin's northwoods.
Our smaller group size is more personal
and allows for more interaction,
and our 14-passenger bus gets us there in comfort.
A one-of-a-kind day, a feast-in-the-forest lunch, and
a special day of discovery & learning -
all cheaper than the price of a round of golf!
Our price is $69, $35 for youngsters under 12, and that includes the lunch!
Tours cover portions of Bayfield County, Sawyer County and
Douglas County - all special & fascinating landscapes.
Three-season tours from Hayward or Cable
April through November
Special/Group Tours Available
In September, we hosted a FAMILY REUNION and the consensus
of the group was that their tour with us was the best
activity that they had ever done in years of reunions.
We can make your reunion a special day
of learning and of creating memories.
Join us on a fascinating, interpretive tour exploring Wisconsin's North Country.
Go off the beaten path with us and enjoy a truly
wonderful, worthwhile, and memorable day!
"There is a story on every acre and
it is our mission to bring them to you!"
A Down To Earth
Eco-Geo-History Tour is
Unique and Genuine.
Nowhere in Wisconsin is there a similar type of
recreational activity - nowhere.
To many, one major goal of their vacation is
to truly learn about the place they visit - this is exactly what we offer.
Some of our guests have compared our tour
to a national park-like guided tour, or an 'Elderhostel' program.
Join us, and, like our many enthusiastic guests over the past four years,
you will create a new page in your 'fantastic vacations' memory book.
Tours from
Telemark/Cable (Wed)
Others as reserved from Hayward, Barnes, or Famous Dave's
Please call as we can arrange options that will
meet your personal needs and timetable.
2010 - A Time for New Adventures
Vacations are so important for re-creating ourselves,
for refreshing our outlook, and for restoring our spirit.
And I'm sure that you want your vacation activities to be
both of high quality, and high value.
That is what we provide for you!
Our suggestion for you is to add this to your 'to do' list -
"I'm going to make my vacation time
the best it can possibly be!
Tour season begins in mid-April and a
spring tour is a great time to explore the northwoods.
Autumn in the northwoods is spectacular, with beauty, weather,
and a relaxing time to get away.
Each season provides us with special sights and adventures.
Take our "Northwoods Magical History Tour"
TV - Appearances
Down To Earth Tours was featured on
on Discover Wisconsin in 2007.
