Name: Fall Party & Annual Meeting 2026
Start: 2026-10-01
End: 2026-10-01

Beaver Creek Reserve brings hiking, wildlife watching and hands-on environmental education together across 400 acres just outside Eau Claire in Fall Creek, Wisconsin. Nearly nine miles of trails pass through upland woods, river-bottom forests, wetlands and savanna, with Beaver Creek and two small trout streams winding through the property. Start inside the Wise Nature Center, then explore the reserve at your own pace or plan a visit around the seasonal Butterfly House, a nature program or an evening at Hobbs Observatory.

### Activities and amenities include:

- Nearly nine miles of hiking trails, with individual routes ranging from approximately one-half mile to two miles
- Wise Nature Center with interactive exhibits about Wisconsin plants, animals and habitats
- Seasonal Butterfly House, generally open from early July through Labor Day
- Hobbs Observatory with free public stargazing on select Saturday evenings from May through October
- Two Nature Nook outdoor play areas
- Children’s outdoor obstacle course
- Paved Storybook Hiking Trail
- Wildlife and birdwatching opportunities
- Fishing access along the reserve’s streams with a valid Wisconsin fishing license and trout stamp
- Observation deck
- Picnic areas
- Indoor restrooms
- Gift shop
- Environmental education programs, guided activities and summer camps
- Facility, lodge and rustic cabin rentals for groups and events
- ADA-compliant paved walkway connecting the Wise Nature Center and North Campus
- All-terrain outdoor wheelchair available by advance reservation

Visitors should check in at the Wise Nature Center before heading onto the trails to pay any applicable entrance fees and review current trail conditions. Dogs and other pets are not permitted on the property or trails, although service animals are welcome. Bicycles and motorized vehicles are also prohibited on the trails.

Beaver Creek Reserve

Located along the Eau Claire River near Fall Creek, Big Falls County Park is known for its scenic waterfalls, rocky cascades and sandy riverbanks. The 135-acre park extends across both sides of the river, with separate north and south entrances providing parking and access to picnic areas, trails and views of one of the Eau Claire area’s most recognizable natural landmarks.

### Park activities and amenities include:

- Scenic waterfall and rocky river cascades
- Sandy beach and river access
- Multipurpose trails connected to Beaver Creek Reserve's trails
- Fishing
- Picnic areas
- Restrooms
- Seasonal beach water-quality monitoring
- Daily or annual Eau Claire County vehicle entrance pass required

### Park entrances:

North Entrance: 500 N. 110th Avenue, Eau Claire, WI  
South Entrance: 600 Big Falls Forest Road, Fall Creek, WI

Visitors should use caution around the river, rocks and waterfall, as water levels and currents can change. Swimming is at your own risk, and all posted beach closures and water-quality advisories should be followed. Dogs are not permitted in Big Falls County Park.

Big Falls County Park

**Nashville North USA** features 1990s Country music national entertainers and has 4 events each year. Nashville North debuted in 2022 and featured 18 entertainers.

Nashville North

Chicken Chaser's Bar & Grill is a local neighborhood restaurant with great food and an all American menu.

Chicken Chaser's Bar & Grill

A coffee and waffle bar located in Fall Creek, WI.

The Red Fern Cafe

Gizmo's is a fun bar in Fall Creek, WI that serves food, beer, and mixed cocktails.

Gizmo's Bar & Grill

Built in historic Randall Park, the museum houses items related to Fall Creek's history including an old-time kitchen, wash house artifacts, and old jail. Open year round by appointment with free admission.

Fall Creek Historical Society Museum

Family farm established in 2015. Koehler Farms offers blueberry picking in the summer! They also have Dexter cattle and farm fresh eggs!

Koehler Acres

Rural Route Bulbs is a peaceful, family-owned tulip farm tucked into the beautiful countryside of Wisconsin. Guests are welcome to wander the fields, enjoy a quiet stroll, picnic among the blooms, and hand-pick fresh tulips to take home.

Rural Route Bulbs

We are a family-owned orchard excited to continue the family tradition of farming an orchard while embracing the friendly atmosphere that has already been created. Pick your own apples, shop the apple products, spend time in the outdoors, and make memories with the family at the orchard!

Family Roots Orchard

Located in western Wisconsin, Eau Claire offers sports planners a destination that's easy to reach, easy to navigate, and ready to host. Just 90 minutes from the Minneapolis–St. Paul area and within driving distance of Chicago, Eau Claire is well positioned to welcome teams, athletes, and fans from across the Midwest.

A versatile mix of indoor and outdoor venues supports events across a wide range of sports and competition levels, with tournament-ready fields, courts, ice facilities, pools, trails, and large-scale indoor spaces. Hotels, restaurants, venues, and visitor amenities are conveniently located throughout the community, making it easy for teams to get where they need to be throughout the event.

Visit Eau Claire's sports team works alongside event organizers to help bring the details together, connecting planners with venues, accommodations, local resources, and destination support.

And there's plenty waiting beyond the competition. Eau Claire's walkable downtown, local restaurants and breweries, miles of trails, public art, live music, family attractions, and the Chippewa River give athletes and their families more to experience between games and after the final whistle.

Eau Claire has the facilities to host the event and the destination experience to make the trip worth it.**** Bring the competition, bring the crowd, and come as you are — Eau Claire is ready to host.

Visit Eau Claire

Reflect back to 2025 and look ahead at 2026-2027 with us and enjoy a night of reflection, growth, and good company. Register by 09/27.

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