Is there a way to make a plea deal for an underage drinking ticket without going to court?

I was walking down the street and was stopped by police in Eau Claire, WI and issued a ticket for underage consumption. I had beer in a backpack and was told to dump it out. I said I was drinking and was breathalized so I know there is no arguing the facts. I am afraid that my license will be suspended or my auto insurance rates will go up because of the ticket. I want to try and make a deal to keep it off my record but I live 4 hours away in Milwaukee. Do I have to go all the way up to Eau Claire to take care of this or can it be done another way? This is my first run in with any kind of law enforcement. Also if it matters I am 19 and was stopped on UW Eau Claire's campus. Thank You.