The History

FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Giving back and providing support to our neighbors

1977
The YMCA of the Northwoods formed in our area after a general appeal by John Hirsch. It was located on Anderson Street.

1999
In January Jodi Hanson was hired and began working as the first Executive Director of the YMCA of the Northwoods.

2000
In January the YMCA of the Northwoods moved from provisional status to Charter status which meant the full access of the National Y program resources. A committee was formed to organize a capital campaign led by Mel Davidson.

2001
Land was chosen for a nw site on Chippewa Drive. Jodi Hanson resigned and Steve Courts began as Executive Director.

2002
The YMCA moved to a larger office above M&I Bank. There was collaboration between St. Mary's and YMCA of the Northwoods for Ministry Rehabilitation Services.

2003
Ground breaking for new facility. Jim and Carolyn Beck make substantial contribution to the Y so a full facility could be built. Charter membership begins in October.

2004
Grand Opening of the YMCA of the Northwoods including a full gymnasium, wellness center, aerobics studio, aquatic center, generation center, child care, and Ministry Rehabilitation.

2007
CEO Steve Courts transferred to a YMCA in Minnesota.

2008
Chris Francis began as CEO of the YMCA of the Northwoods.

2011
Chris Francis accepts a position in Duluth, Minnesota.
Matt Schneringer accepts CEO position at the YMCA of the Northwoods

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Beck Family Center
2003 Winnebago Street East
Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-362-9622

Eagle River Branch
1812 Pleasure Island Road
Eagle River, WI 54521
715-479-9500

Children's Learning Center
1052 Dorr Avenue
Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-362-9633