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WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY WEBSITE
FOR WASCOTT, WISCONSIN !
WASCOTT IS 100
YEARS OLD!
Wascott was established
in 1910, and is approximately 142 square miles. The town of Wascott is
home to over 600 people in the northwest region of Wisconsin.
Retirees, loggers, professionals, self-employed people, and artisans
reside in the Northwoods area. Take some time to travel our many miles
of trails by ATV or snowmobile, through beautiful forests, and stop in
at one of our very friendly businesses for the best in food and drink!
With over 100 pristine lakes to fish, swim, and boat, the
possibilities for enjoyment & fun are endless; or navigate one of four
scenic rivers that flow through our area to get a first-hand look at
the wonders of nature. If hiking, hunting, or just watching
wildlife is what you like, Wascott is the place for you! WOODS,
WATER, AND WILDLIFE - WASCOTT ... "a way of
life ... enjoy!"
WASCOTT HISTORY
In 1847 The
Chippewa signed a treaty giving up all rights to what is now Douglas
County. In 1852, The government survey of townships in the county
was completed and Superior was selected as the county seat. The town
of Wascott came into being around the year 1910. It was named after
W. A. Scott. Between 1906 and 1908 the Soo Line Railroad came
through Wascott, connecting Chicago and Lake Superior. The demand
for wood brought the big lumber companies to the area. The last log
drive went down the St. Croix in 1912. The great forest fires of
1886, 1889 and 1910 left their marks on this part of Wisconsin.
There are many lakes in Wascott covering 4,542.7 acres. In Wascott
Township there are 120.05 miles of lake frontage. More information
on Wascott area history may be found at the Gordon-Wascott
Historical Museum located in Gordon. The old depot is filled with
memorabilia from the railroad days and artifacts and pictures of
settlers and loggers.
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