A coalition of sportsman’s groups in Oconto County is working together toward a common goal.

That goal? To introduce children to the outdoors in a county that provides plenty of opportunities to do just that.

“Hey, do you wanna go to Farm Progress Days?” says he.

Inside murmuring. Ah, not really.

After a moment’s hesitation, I brightly suggested, “Can we take the side-by-side?”

I figured if I was going to be forced to walk around acres of uneven territory (harvested alfalfa fields), I’d have some fun getting there.

“Sure.”

The cool snap in the air and subtle sights and sounds of fading summer mean my favorite time of year is approaching.

Chances are that if you love hunting as much as me, it’s your favorite season, too.

The Oconto County Sportsmen’s Alliance has plans to install a handicap-accessible fishing pier at Underhill Park on the Oconto River.

The project is being led by Bruce Kitzman, in collaboration with the Town of Underhill.

Lakes Country Public Library will hold a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3 p.m. Sept. 17 to celebrate the installation of solar panels, the final step in the library’s three-year expansion/renovation project.

On hand to give a presentation and answer questions will be Jordan Kaiser from Northwind Solar, Amherst.

Healthy Oconto County’s Healthy and Wellbeing Committee is hosting a men’s mental health event in Suring. Participants from across the region are invited for an evening of laughter, connection and education.