St Germain Snowmobile Bikini Run 2011!

The St Germain Radar Racers held a snowmobile radar run Jan 21-22 in West Bay of Little St Germain Lake. In addition to many radar runs against the clock, participants came out strong to raise funds for charity (Susan G Komen for the Cure, St Germain Fire and Rescue, and Plum Lake EMS) in their bikinis! Here's a peek at all the stunning race action!

The Bear's Den at Black Bear Lodge is home to two racers who topped the bikini radar run speeds: Heather Schneider and Bear's Den bar and grill owner, Joe Minaudo!

Thanks to Angry Dave's and all who co-sponsored and volunteered to make this weekend event a huge success!

Joe of The Bear's Den clocks 98 mph in Bikini Run!

Joe Minaudo of The Bear's Den at Black Bear Lodge raised over $1000 and clocked 98 mph in Saturday's Bikini Run during the Radar Racer's event on Little St Germain Lake. Here are a few photo highlights...

Great snowmobiling continues

Guests at Black Bear Lodge are reporting terrific snowmobiling conditions. Shown here is a view from late last night after guests returned from a day on the northern Wisconsin snowmobile trails. Today it's snowing lightly, cold temps are here.

This weekend the Radar Racers will hold snowmobile radar runs on Lt St Germain Lake on Friday and Saturday and then St Germain drag racing will take place on Sunday.

Snowmobiling Derby Weekend

Preparing for World Championship Kitty Kat Races - here this weekend!

Happy New Year!

We would like to wish you a Happy & Healthy New Year!

The staff at the Black Bear Lodge.

Snow Conditions at Black Bear Lodge

The snow conditions here at the Black Bear Lodge are stacking up! Just look at our Bear that greets you at the Front Office door. The snowmobile trails are open and we have added 9-12 inches of new snow over this weekend. Come stay with us and be the first to blaze the fresh trails.

Vilas County Snowmobile Trails Open Friday, December 10!

These photos were taken Thursday evening at Black Bear Lodge as snow accummulated throughout the day. We received more overnight, totalling about 5-6 inches of new snowfall in the 24 hour period. Vilas County trails, including the St Germain Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club trails, will officially open today at 1pm!

A huge winter storm is heading our way this weekend with varied forecasts from 6-12 inches expected to fall Saturday! With the cold temps we have had and more cold temps in the forecast for next week, we are very enthusiastic about the winter snowmobile season ahead. The Farmer's Almanac is also in our favor with a "cold and very snowy" outlook for Wisconsin this winter.

Click here for our live Web Cam for a northwoods view 24/7!

Christmas Magic!

With new snow falling today, we are looking forward to the start of winter sports and the Holidays. Join us at Black Bear Lodge, located on Little St. Germain Lake, for our Christmas Magic! Buy 2 nights and get 1 free, and receive a decorated tree, Christmas cookies and a horse drawn sleigh ride. Start your family memories by spending Christmas with us. You can also enjoy our sledding hill, private ice skating rink, ice fishing and snowshoeing. Call us soon to reserve your stay!

Vilas County Snowmobile Trails to Open!

The Vilas County Snowmobile Club Alliance has just announced that our snowmobile trails can and will open on December 10, 2010, weather permitting. We have had several snow squalls move through within the last 10 days with below freezing temperatures making for great trail preparation. The lakes are mostly iced over but not yet safe to ride on; cold weather is thickening the ice daily. Stay tuned for official notification or watch our trail report and live web cam page at http://www.blackbearlodge.com/livecam.htm. We can't wait!

Snow is on its Way!

The weather forecast is for 3-6 inches of snow tonight and into Turkey Day! Yes, that is what we are hoping for, SNOW! It won't be long before you can bring the family and go snowmobiling, snowshoeing and sledding at the Black Bear Lodge, located on Little St. Germain Lake. Think Snow!

Christmas Kick-Off

Many local towns are kicking off the Christmas season on November 26 & 27, be sure to check out our event schedule to see details for local events: Land 'O Lakes, Boulder Jct., St. Germain, Eagle River, and Minocqua. There will be craft sales, tree lighting, sleigh rides, carolers, cookie walk and of course good old St. Nick will be there. Bring the family up for a wonderful kick-off to the Holidays and stay at Black Bear Lodge, located on Little St. Germain Lake.

Attention Hockey Teams

Attention Youth Hockey Teams: Did you know the Black Bear Lodge is just 11 miles west of Eagle River in St. Germain, WI? We would love to host your team during your tournament!

We can offer large Lodge Homes, big enough for 2 families to share. They have fireplaces, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus a fully equipped kitchen. We even have an ice rink on the lake, sledding hill and snowshoeing! Did we mention there is a Bar & Grill on-site as well, for home made pizzas, broasted chicken or Fish Fry's? Come and experience the beautiful Northwood's in style at the Black Bear Lodge! (Discounts available for large groups.)

First Snow Fall

Our first snow fall of the season has arrived today! It is just beautiful, the huge evergreen trees are covered and bending with the heavy snow! It is truly a winter wonderland! Bring the entire family and spend the Christmas break with us between Christmas and New Years! We have had several calls today about making reservations for cabins or lodge homes, so don't delay and miss out! There will be sledding, ice skating and snow shoeing right here at Black Bear Lodge. Plus you could even enjoy an old fashion horse drawn sleigh ride! Did you know the Bear's Den Bar & Grill is again bringing in the New Year with a free party and entertainment. The Black Bear Lodge is located on Little St. Germain Lake, a fantastic setting to see and enjoy your Christmas Holiday break.

Snowmobile Packages

We are expecting several inches of snow tomorrow, so it is time to plan your snowmobile or winter get away with us at the Black Bear Lodge on Little St. Germain Lake. Where the snowmobile was invented by our Great Uncle Carl! The Bear's Den Bar & Grill is the first pit stop on the BoBoen trail. Call now to reserve your stay!

Think Snow!

It's not to soon to think Snow and reserve your favorite cabin or lodge home for a midweek or weekend Snowmobile outing! Black Bear Lodge is the #1 pit stop on the BoBoen snowmobile trail. You can travel by land or across Lt. St. Germain Lake to hundreds of groomed trails. If you don't have your own sleds, we can help you arrange to rent them close by. After a great day on the trails, snuggle up to a warm fire in one of our cabins or lodge homes. We are the birth place to the snowmobile, thanks to Great Uncle Carl, who invented it, right here in St. Germain!

Business Retreats

Looking for a great place to have your business retreat? The Black Bear Lodge in St. Germain, located on beautiful Lt. St. Germain Lake has what you are looking for! We have our own Bar & Grill, meeting room, campfires, fishing, hiking and golf, nearby. Contact us today for fall, winter and spring group rates and more info!

Bear Facts

When you're a bear, you get to hibernate. You do nothing but sleep for six months. Before you hibernate, you're supposed to eat yourself silly. When you're a girl bear, you birth your children (who are the size of walnuts) while you're sleeping and wake to partially grown, cute, cuddly cubs. Your mate EXPECTS you to wake up growling. Yup, do you want to be a bear? You just might see a black bear at Black Bear Lodge on Little St. Germain Lake.

No Name Fishing Club

We would like to welcome back the guys from the No Name Fishing Club. Good luck fishing guys!!! Hope you catch your limit.

Still Time Left to Get in a Great Ride!!!

We recently got 4-6" of beautiful snow. The Bo Boen Trails are in great condition! Check out our snowmobiling packages and reserve your room today. There are only five more weeks left until the first day of spring!! http://www.blackbearlodge.com/snow_magic.html