My day job is a bit of a blessing and a curse. Being a government employee provides me with amazing benefits that includes ample vacation leave that allows me to indulge my wanderlust and see so much of this amazing world. On the other hand, my job also requires me to make trips into the nether regions of the American Midwest that most likely will not be making an appearance on your latest “Best of” travel lists.
My travel philosophy has always been to make the best of things, so even when I end up in a tiny town off the beaten path, I do my best to find the beauty and fun within that community. Last week I was able to spend 5 days in the town of Ladysmith, Wisconsin while taking care of some business on behalf of America’s taxpayers.
Here’s a bit of a glimpse into the backwoods of northern Wisconsin….
Walking back from dinner along the train tracks during sunset.
Summer arrives in Ladysmith.
Soo Line train display at the Ladysmith Tourist Information Center.
Still lake water and tree line reflection.
The Indianhead Community Action Agency is partially housed in the old Ladysmith Milk Producers Co-operative Association building.
Dusk arrives in Ladysmith.