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DISCOVER WHY RHINELANDER IS THE CAPITAL OF WISCONSIN’S NORTH.

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Located on the shores of the Wisconsin River,

Rhinelander is the only up-north community

combining the wild, natural, water-rich

environment with an innovative, urban-

like infrastructure. Rhinelander boasts

northern Wisconsin’s only regional

airport, largest medical facilities,

manufacturing headquarters,

regional media, center of

higher education, and forestry

headquarters, along with access

to 1,100 lakes. It is a connected

wilderness. Visitors and residents

enjoy a historic downtown and access

to shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, and a

regional cultural community of arts, music, and

theater. Adventure in miles of winding, wooded

trails, with pristine water everywhere,

and enjoy snowy slopes in the winter.

Whether launching an enterprising

new start-up or seeking authentic

outdoor adventure, trailblazing

comes naturally in Rhinelander.

• The commercial, industrial, and recreational hub of the Northwoods, and County Seat, with 19 of the largest 25 employers in Oneida County.

• Set on the Wisconsin River’s Boom Lake Flowage and, as part of Oneida County, home to 1,100 lakes.

• A winter wonderland with 60" of snow per year for skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling, and abundant summer activities.

• Home to a manufacturing and business headquarters including leading producers/suppliers of specialty paper products, flexible packaging, diesel engines, defense, forestry and mining equipment, laser printing parts, and other products with worldwide distribution.

• Forest Headquarters for the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, 1.5 million acres of Northwoods for camping, hiking, and year-round recreation.

• The center of Northwoods higher education: Nicolet College, anchored on Lake Julia, promotes academics, culture, and arts.

• Home to the most comprehensive medical center and highest number of healthcare providers in the region, connecting people to specialists and high-tech medical care.

• A communications and media outlet provider: regional NBC Affiliate WJFW and National Public Radio affiliate WXPR both broadcast from studios downtown.

• The most populous city in the northern region, with over 7,500 residents, 18,500 including surrounding townships, and a regional trade area ranging from 200,000 to 750,000 in peak summertime.

• A regional retail hub with coffee shops, movie theaters, outdoors outfitters, major retail stores, art culture, and concerts. Dining options range from classic Wisconsin supper clubs to the local Rhinelander Brewery to incredible lounges, bars, and restaurants.

• Committed to providing the highest quality public safety service, home to the Oneida County Law Enforcement Center, County Sheriff’s Office, and an exceptional City Police and Fire Department. Rhinelander reported a very high clearance rate for safety and crime as one of the best in the state.

• Surrounded by communities that make for peaceful living. The average work commute is just over 15 minutes.

• Family-focused community with parochial (3K-grade 8) and public education, and all-ages programming at the Rhinelander Public Library. The YMCA of the Northwoods, wellness facilities, and outdoor fitness year round provide a regional resource for health and wellbeing.

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** Photo by TMK Photography. Used with permission; all rights reserved.

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