Trail News & Events

AS OF THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2019, ALL COUNTY ROADS IN IRON COUNTY ARE OPEN TO ATV/UTV TRAFFIC, with the exception of a section of J around the Mercer school that is not open due to safety concerns. This does not include state highways, such as 51, 2, 47, etc.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Fundraiser
Pictured is Six presenting a $250 check to Terrance that the club donated to the Suicide Prevention fundraiser. The event was held at Eunica's Beaver Lodge on September 18th. Thanks to all that attended!

Attend a Meeting

The next Mercer Dusty Loons ATV club meeting will be on Monday, November 8th at 6:30 pm at the Lazy Ace Saloon. Hope to see you there! Don't forget that it is election night! President, Treasurer, and two advisors are up for election.

Club Events

Cash Raffle
Saturday, October 16th
10 Cash Prize Winners!

Who couldn't use a little extra $$.
Get in on this year's Cash Raffle!
Tickets are sold at local area Mercer businesses.
The drawing and other activities will be held at Pine Lake Lodge starting at 1:00 pm.
We will be holding several Keno games to win great prizes and CASH. Prizes include a Yeti cooler (donated by B&B Adventures) and a youth mini bike (donated by Milisa O'Sullivan) plus much more!

M. Hitchcock was the Grand Prize winner
of the Scavenger Hunt. Congratulations!

Thanks to all that participated. We hope that you had a good time.

Below are the answers to the questions:
1: Gregory Landretti, October 7, 2004
2: Wail, Tremolo, Yodel and Hoot
3: 21
4: 7
5: Teepee, Cross Fire & Log Cabin
6: Old Kate, 18
7: The ATV road sign question was confusing so we gave everyone who answered 2 points. Sorry for the confusion!

There were 14 winners. All prizes will be mailed out on Monday, Sept. 20.

A big thank you to our participating businesses: Around the Corner Pub, Beaver's Resort, Eunica's Beaver Lodge, Gateway Lodge & Resort, Lazy Ace Saloon, Liberty Way Tap House, Lotter's BP gas station, Pine Lake Lodge, Sunken Horse Saloon, Wampum Shop, Wolf's Den Bar & Grill, and Yukon 51.

Scavenger Hunt Pictures

Send me your pictures!!

Pumpkin Run
October 7 - 10

Pumpkin Run Poker Run
Pumpkin Run ATV/UTV Tractor Pull (see details below)
The Great Pumpkin Parade (see details below)
Pumpkin Run Party at the Wolf's Den right after the parade
Pumpkin Run 50/50 Raffle

Pumpkin Run ATV/UTV/Tractor Pull
Friday, October 8th
2 - 6 pm
Liberty Way Tap House

Test Your Skill Against the Z Force ATV Sled! The Tuscobia Trails ATV Association is bringing their custom-built pull sled to Mercer.
ATVs, UTVs and Lawn Tractors will compete in separate divisions with multiple classes according to CC’s in each division. Winners will be awarded in each class to the driver pulling the farthest distance. Commemorative Pumpkin Run Mug presented to first place in each class, certificates awarded to second and third places.

The cost is $10 for the first pull and $5 for a second try.

Liberty Way Tap House is in Mercer on the corner of Saarnio Road and Highway 51, off trail 17.

Register In-Person Day of the Pull

The Great Pumpkin Parade
Saturday, October 10

Join the Fun and Line-Up for the Great Pumpkin Parade through Downtown Mercer

Line-Up begins at 4pm at the Mercer DNR Ranger Station parking lot at 5291 N State House Circle, Mercer. Parade Starts at 5pm through Downtown Mercer.

Riders are encouraged to decorate their vehicles and wear costumes in keeping with a Halloween theme (though you do not have to decorate your wheeler to be in the parade).
Prizes will be awarded which include a Holy Stone Drone with HD camera and live video, a Polaris RZR Remote Control UTV, and a Mercer Dusty Loons zip up sweatshirt!

There is no cost to be in the parade. Everyone is able to participate!!!!

Cat Hunt 2021
October 7th - 10th

Here Kitty, Kitty, Kitty...
Where are youuuu?
Pick up a Cat Hunt 2021 sheet at the Mercer Chamber of Commerce or at these participating bars and restaurants:

Around the Corner Pub
Eunica's Beaver Lodge
Beaver’s Resort
Cranberry Inn
Gateway Lodge & Resort
Lazy Ace Saloon
Liberty Way Tap House
Rugger’s Landing
Sunken Horse
Wolf’s Den

Find the cat and get your sheet stamped. Return your completed Cat Hunt sheet to Rugger's Landing by 2:00 pm on Sunday, October 10th and receive a commemorative t-shirt (while supplies last)!

Keep checking for more upcoming events!

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Trail Report

As of August 29, 2019 ALL COUNTY ROADS IN IRON COUNTY ARE OPEN TO ATV/UTV TRAFFIC, with the exception of a section of J around the Mercer school which is not open due to safety concerns.

Town of Mercer Roads

The Town of Mercer Board has approved all town roads open to ATV/UTV access except the following: Portage Avenue, Margaret Street between Library Street and County Highway J, and John Dul Road. This is a huge accomplishment for the ATV/UTV community in Mercer. Getting to the trails will now be easier. Thanks to all who supported this issue. Note that this only includes town roads and not county roads.

Please be respectful, watch your speed down residential roads and stay off of private property. We don't want to loose this privilege.

Remember, the new bike trail in town is for non-motorized vehicles only. Please watch where you are going and keep to the gravel trail!

We are continuously looking to improve our trail system. If you see a trail that needs maintenance, please let us know by emailing us at mercerdustyloons@hotmail.com.

Calling All Volunteers

Want to help out? We are looking for volunteers to help sell raffle tickets, participate at events, and help groom and maintain the trails. If interested, please contact Lora at mercerdustyloons@hotmail.com. We appreciate the help!