Denis;
Where in N. WI are you?
I have a place near Minong and it is very much like you describe in terms of wildlife and also neighbors. I certainly appreciate the offered or requested help when needed and am always willing to help my neighbors. A far different world that suburban Chicago that reminds me of my childhood when everybody knew everybody on the block and the facing blocks.
Only downside for me is the freaking ticks. Just finished treatment for Lyme, again
Summer has lots of pests in the northwoods - ticks, skeeters, gnats, biting flies but that's why we have DEET and permethrin.
Glad you are enjoying the tranquility.