Tucked into the pines of northern Wisconsin, just outside of Eau Claire along the Chippewa River, sits a great little music festival. 

For a decade now, the Blue Ox Music Festival has been drawing national and regional bluegrass and Americana acts for three days in late June. Thousands of fans follow, a large portion of them camping onsite amid the trees. 

It’s always been well run, longtime festgoers say. Sets start on time and sound great, the campgrounds are tidy and the showers are clean, the people are friendly and the vibe is impeccable.