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WisconsinO F F I C I A L T R A V E L G U I D E

Welcome

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In Wisconsin, you’ll find inspiring places, fun-lovingpeople and genuine hospitality. Our state’s great naturalbeauty – from the woods and waters of the north to thehidden valleys and rolling countryside of the south – hasbeen attracting visitors for well over a century. We valuethat environmental heritage and are delighted to share it.

Your dream vacation awaits in Wisconsin, whether itincludes hooking the catch of the day on our 15,000lakes, traveling our back roads in search of artisanalcheese and the best small town cafes, exploring ourNative American heritage and world-class museums, orjust simply taking time to sit back and enjoy the gloriousscenery. And I am confident that wherever you go you’lldiscover the down-to-earth hospitality of our peoplemaking you feel right at home.

As you page through this travel guide, you will findcountless unique and original ideas to help you plan yourvery own Wisconsin getaway. We look forward to seeingyou soon.

Warm regards,

Jim Doyle

Governor

Contents2 Before You Begin

3 Region Map

4 The Northwest

16 The Northeast

24 Eastern Waters

36 Central Sands

42 The Southwest

50 Southern Gateway

64 Southeast Metro

74 Index to Attractions

76 Index to Cities

77 Tourism Contacts

80 More Sources

FRONT COVER PHOTOS (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT):NATIONAL FRESHWATER FISHING HALL OF FAME INHAYWARD, WA-SWA-GONING OJIBWE INDIAN VILLAGE IN LAC DU FLAMBEAU, THE VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM IN DOORCOUNTY, ELROY SPARTA STATE TRAIL, KALAHARIWATERPARK IN WISCONSIN DELLS, AND DISCOVERYWORLD AT PIER WISCONSIN IN MILWAUKEE.

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This publication was produced by theWisconsin Department of Tourism, Kelli A.Trumble, Secretary, under the direction of JimBach, Project Coordinator. Design by JohnCronin.

Published March, 2009

Wisconsin Department of Tourism201 W. Washington AvenueP.O. Box 8690Madison, WI 53707-8690608/266-2161800/432-8747www.travelwisconsin.com

2 visit travelwisconsin.com

How to use this guideThe Original Wisconsin Travel Guide

divides the state into seven color-coded regions. If you know the regioninto which you’re traveling, follow thecolor code to that section of theGuide. Attraction information isarranged alphabetically within destina-tion cities.

IndexesAt the end of this book, you’ll find

four indexes. The first alphabeticallylists all the attractions in the book,(pages 74-77); the second alphabeti-cally lists all the Wisconsin cities andtowns in the book, (page 76); thethird index lists “County, Communityand Area Tourism Contacts,” (pages77-79); and the fourth lists “MoreSources of Tourism Information,”(pages 80).

Attraction notesThe Original Wisconsin Travel Guide

includes the mailing address, phonenumber, Web site, season and hoursof operation for nearly 500 of thestate’s major tourist attractions.However, there are many other inter-esting shops, parks, museums, scenicoverlooks and attractions that are notlisted. As you travel, let your naturalcuriosity and spirit of adventure leadyou to them.

Before driving a long distance to seeany single attraction, call ahead to besure it will be open when you arrive.Information for this guide was gath-ered from the Tourism database inDecember 2008. Things change; daysand hours of operation may vary.

Mobility impaired accessMany Wisconsin attractions provide

access for the mobility impaired.However, because the definition of“access” varies from attraction toattraction, this Guide makes noattempt to identify or qualify thataccess. Before you travel, call ahead toconfirm access.

State Parks and ForestsWisconsin has 99 state parks,

forests, trails and recreation areas.They offer an extensive variety ofrecreational facilities, as well as diverseand beautiful scenery. Most parks areopen year-round; some are seasonal.Daily or annual Park AdmissionStickers are required.

Before you begin...

Historical, heritage and wildlife markers

There are nearly 500 HistoricalMarkers placed along the state’s high-ways and byways. Each tells an inter-esting and informative Wisconsinstory.

Distinctive brown-and-white highway signs markthe location of nearly 300heritage tourism sites –museums, historic districtsand buildings.

State highways are alsomarked with signs carryingan outline of binoculars,telling you watchable wildlifeis nearby.

Wisconsin’s Rustic Roads –preserving some of the state’s mostscenic, lightly traveled country roads –are marked with unique brown andyellow signs. Each is numbered anddescribed on the state’s Rustic RoadsWeb site www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/scenic/rusticroads.htm.

Road conditionsFor a statewide report of detours,

closures, traffic slow-downs or winterroad conditions, simply dial 511.

Encourage sustainabilityThis publication is printed on a paperstock with at least a 30% post-con-sumer recycled content, underscoringthe Wisconsin Department of Tourism’scontinuing commitment to strongerrecycling markets in Wisconsin and ahealthier world. Further, the paperused is certified by the ForestStewardship Council to meet FSC sus-tainable management criteria.

The information in this guide is alsoavailable online at travelwisconsin.com.Where possible, travelers are encour-aged to forego the printed publicationin favor of the online content.

Look for the leafIt indicates certified TravelGreen Wisconsin attractionsthat have invested in sustain-able practices. In addition, lookfor “green tips” throughoutthis publication.

Mixed SourcesProduct group from well-managedforests, controlled sources andrecycled wood or fibrewww.fsc.org Cert no. SW-COC-002880©1996 Forest Stewardship Council

TravelGreenWisconsinFor well over a century,Wisconsin has been a mid-western vaca-tion destina-tion. Today,tourism isthe thirdlargestindustry inthe stategeneratingmore than $13billion annually and employingmore than 300,000Wisconsinites.

The success of Wisconsin’stourism industry has beenlargely dependent upon thequality and diversity of ournatural resources – the state’sscenic lakes, streams, rivers,forests, prairies, and thewildlife that inhabit them.Understanding this, Wisconsinis committed to preserving thispristine natural product.

Travel Green Wisconsin is aWisconsin Department ofTourism initiative that encour-ages tourism operators toreduce their environmentalimpact. Designed to promotesmart, eco-friendly businesspractices, Travel Green is awin-win concept. Launched in2006, the program has beenembraced by every sector ofthe state’s travel and hospitali-ty industry.

As you travel, look for theTravel Green Wisconsin logo.Businesses displaying theTravel Green certificatedemonstrate their commit-ment to a sustainableWisconsin tourism industry.

For more information aboutTravel Green Wisconsin, visitwww.travelgreenwisconsin.com

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Once the domain of the

timber cruiser and

lumberjack,

northwestern

Wisconsin is today

a prime destination

for the family vacationer

and outdoor enthusiast.

Bordered on the west by

the wild and beautiful

St. Croix River, and on

the north by the deep

waters of Lake Superior,

this is the land of the

angler, the ATVer, the

snowmobiler, the camper,

the sea kayaker and the

adventurer. From the

pristine wilderness of the

Apostle Islands to the

premier bike trails of the

Chippewa Valley, this is a

place you will not soon

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Superior & Douglas County

Superior and Douglas County’s spec-tacular natural setting at the far westernend of Lake Superior signals that a visithere holds special delights. Superior’sdeep-water harbor is an internationalinland ocean port linked to the AtlanticOcean by the St. Lawrence Seaway. Afour-mile-long sand bar in the harboraffords wonderful bird watching, particu-larly during the spring and fall migra-tions. Fine sand beaches and a lighthouseare additional attractions. In DouglasCounty, the unspoiled landscape beckonswith 431 lakes and the state’s tallestwaterfall, 165-foot-high Big ManitouFalls in Pattison State Park, only a 12-miledrive south of Superior. ■ For more information about Superior orDouglas County, call 800/942-5313 or log onto www.superiorchamber.org.

A World of Accordians Museum

Housed in a former church indowntown Superior are 1,700 accor-dions, 1,000 of which are displayed infloor-to-ceiling racks of museumorder: chronology, country-of-origin,type, brand-name. The museum is themost complete in the world, housinginstruments of the free-reed familyfrom their earliest patents (1830s) tothe present. Exhibits show the instru-ment’s contributions to America’s“melting-pot” musical culture.

This is the lifetime collection ofHelmi Harrington, Ph.D., an immi-grant herself. After WWII, her motherHanni Strahl brought young Helmifrom Germany to settle in Texas.There she began Helmi’s education inperformance arts and instrumentrepair that eventually led to thefounding of Harrington ARTS Center.

The Center is more than a muse-um. It includes a technical-collegeprogram for accordion and concertinarepair attended by students world-wide. Its acoustically ideal concerthall seats 1,000 and presents world-class artists to the Midwest. Its libraryhouses hundreds of thousands ofdocuments, books, printed and manu-script music, and audio/video record-ings.

So, if names like Whoopee JohnWilfahrt, Myron Floren, FrankieYankovic, Florian Chmielewski – andeven John Lennon – get your feet totapping, this little gem-of-a-museumwill surely delight you.

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SUPERIOR & DOUGLAS COUNTYAmnicon Falls State Park4279 S County Rd USouth Range, WI 54874715/398-3000Park features a series of delightful waterfallsand rapids along the Amnicon River, as well asa covered footbridge. Open 6am-11pm withovernight camping. Travel Green certified.

Fairlawn Mansion906 E 2nd StSuperior, WI 54880715/394-5712www.superiorpublicmuseums.orgExhibits recall the mansion’s Victorian days andits 42 years as a children’s home. Tours mid-May to Dec 31 Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm; Jan to mid-May Thur-Sat 10am-4pm,Sun noon-4pm.

Pattison State Park6294 S State Road 35Superior, WI 54880888/947-2757, 715/399-3111www.wiparks.netSite of Big Manitou Falls, Wisconsin’s highestwaterfall at 165 ft. Open 6am-11pm withovernight camping. Travel Green certified.

Richard I Bong World War II HeritageCenter305 Harborview ParkwaySuperior, WI 54880888/816-9944, 715/392-7151www.bongheritagecenter.orgHonors WWII “Ace of Aces” and Medal ofHonor recipient Maj. Richard Bong of Poplar,WI. Includes his restored P-38 Lightning,“Marge.” Open mid-May to mid-Oct Mon-Sat9am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm; mid-Oct to mid-May Tues-Sat 9am-5pm.

SS Meteor MuseumBarker’s IslandSuperior, WI 54880715/394-5712www.superiorpublicmuseums.orgTour the S.S. Meteor, the last remaining whale-back freighter on the Great Lakes. Open mid-May to Aug Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm; Sep to Mid-Oct Thur-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun11am-5pm. Guided tours on the hour; lasttour at 4pm.

Vista Fleet Harbor Cruises14 Marina Drive, Barker’s IslandSuperior, WI 54880715/394-6846www.vistafleet.comSightseeing, luncheon, dinner and moonlitcruises of the Superior harbor. Open mid-Mayto mid-Oct; call for tour schedule.

World of Accordions Museum1401 Belknap StreetSuperior, WI 54880715/395-2787www.accordionworld.orgThe world’s largest - and America’s only – sig-nificant collection of accordions and relatedcultural artifacts. An eclectic delight. OpenMon, Tues & Wed 10am-2pm.

As you travel, be sure to recycle all cans, bottles, paper and plastics.

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Bayfield & Madeline Island

Bayfield is the type of small town trav-elers dream about – picturesque andcharming with modern amenities andaccommodations. The city is the gatewayto the stunning Apostle Islands NationalLakeshore; 22 gem-like coastal islandsthat are home to lighthouses, sea caves,hiking trails, camping, terrific blue-watersailing, and some of the best kayaking inthe world.

Bayfield takes pride in its quaint, har-bor-town atmosphere. Attractions includethe Big Top Chautauqua tent shows, aheritage and maritime museum, eclecticretail shops, Victorian B&Bs, fine restau-rants, bluff-top orchards, a pair of golfcourses with spectacular views, and aburgeoning artisan community.

The Madeline Island Ferry crosses thebay on a 3-mile trip to Madeline Island.The Island is home to Big Bay State Parkand the Madeline Island Museum, locat-ed on the historic site of the formerAmerican Fur Company trading post.■ For more information about Bayfield, log on to www.bayfield.org or call 800/447-4094. For more information about MadelineIsland, log on to www.madelineisland.com orcall 888/475-3386.


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BAYFIELD & MADELINE ISLANDApostle Islands Cruise ServiceBayfield City DockBayfield, WI 54814800/323-7619, 715/779-3925www.apostleisland.comCruises to many of the Apostle Islands andtheir lighthouses. Tours daily May to mid-Oct.

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore415 Washington AveBayfield, WI 54814715/779-3397www.nps.gov/apisCamping, boating, sailing & lighthouse tours.Visitor center open May-Oct, daily 8am-4:30pm. Travel Green certified.

Bayfield Heritage ToursPO Box 986Bayfield, WI 54814715/779-0299bayfieldheritagetours.com/Led by a costumed in-character guide, thesewalking tours visit 24 historic places in 1.5hours. Tours mid-May thru Oct. Call or visitWeb site for schedule. Travel Green certified.

Bayfield Maritime Museum131 S 1st StBayfield, WI 54814715/779-9919www.apostleisland.comThe maritime history of Bayfield’s commercialfishing, lighthouses, shipwrecks & more. Opendaily mid-June thru Sept 10am-5pm.

Bayfield Winery, Ltd.86565 County Hwy JBayfield, WI 54814715/779-5404www.bayfieldwinery.comSpecializing in traditional hard ciders, meadsand country wines. Open MD-LD daily 10 am-5pm.

Big Bay State ParkHagen RoadLa Pointe, WI 54850715/747-6425www.wiparks.netLocated on Madeline Island, the park offerscamping, swimming, a 1.5-mile sand beach,and 1-mile boardwalk. Open 6am-11pm withovernight camping.

Big Top Chautauqua32525 Ski Hill RdBayfield, WI 54814888/244-8368, 715/373-5552www.bigtop.orgA summer season of 70 shows - historicalmusicals, variety shows, top national entertain-ers – all under the “Big Top.” PerformancesJune-Sept; see Web site for schedule.

Isle Vista Casino88705 Pine Tree LnBayfield, WI 54814800/226-8478, 715/779-3712www.islevistacasino.net/Video poker, slots, blackjack and bingo. Opendaily 10am-2am in summer; Sun-Wed 10am-mid & Thur-Sat 10am-2am in winter.

Madeline Island Ferry Line100 Main StreetLa Pointe, WI 54850715/747-2051www.madferry.comCarferry and passenger service to MadelineIsland. Operating Apr 1-Jan 15, weatherand/or ice permitting. See website for times.Travel Green certified.

Madeline Island Museum226 Colonel Woods AvenueLa Pointe, WI 54850715/747-2415www.madelineislandmuseum.orgWisconsin Historical Society site documents350 years of island history. Open 10am-4pmSat and Sun, Open daily June 6-Aug 29,10am-5pm; daily Aug 30-Oct 3, 10am-4pm.


Ashland &Washburn

Located on the shores of LakeSuperior’s beautiful Chequamegon Bay,Ashland and Washburn are red-hot desti-nations for those with a passion for fish-ing – lake trout, salmon and smallmouthbass.

Ashland, at the foot of the bay, wasonce a center for lumbering, mining,brownstone quarrying and Great Lakesshipping. Two miles west of town, theNorthern Great Lakes Visitor Centerdetails the area’s regional history and cul-ture in a series of wonderful exhibits.Downtown, local historic figures aredepicted in a series of nine huge muralspainted on Main Street buildings in thehistoric business district. A number of his-toric brownstone structures still graceAshland’s streets. The City Hall, listed onthe National Register of Historic Places, isone of the most striking.

Washburn offers a pair of camp-grounds, class A trout streams, sandbeaches and a nice marina. TheWashburn Historical Museum, housed inan historic bank building, features chang-ing art exhibits and regional history.For more information about Ashland, log onto www.visitashland.com or call 800/284-9484. For more information about Washburn,log on to www.washburnchamber.com orcall 800/253-4495.


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Iron CountyThe city of Hurley on the border with

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula made aname for itself as a wild and woolly out-post during the region’s iron mining daysin the late 1800s.

Today the town is a triple-threat bestknown for the glorious waterfalls thatcan be found nearby on the MontrealRiver, for the great snowmobiling avail-able throughout the area during the win-ter months, and for its 250 miles of ATVtrails. Other outdoor pursuits includecanoeing, kayaking, trout fishing, hiking,skiing and mountain biking.

Hurley’s 19th century county court-house, listed on the National Register ofHistoric Places, has been turned into amuseum devoted to the area’s rich min-ing, logging and farming heritage.

In southern Iron County, Mercer is afour-season destination and the gatewayto the pristine Turtle-Flambeau Flowage.With 19,000 acres of water and 220miles of wilderness shoreline, theflowage is perfect for fishing, boating,canoeing and wildlife observation.For more information about Iron County, logon to www.ironcountywi.com or call715/561-2922. For Hurley, call 866/340-4334or log on to www.hurleywi.com. For Mercer,log on to www.mercercc.com or call 715/476-2389.

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ASHLAND & WASHBURNAshland Mural WalkDowntownAshland, WI 54806800/284-9484, 715/682-2500www.visitashland.comA series of nine giant murals painted ondowntown buildings depicts the city’s history.

Copper Falls State ParkRoute 1Mellen, WI 54546715/274-5123www.wiparks.netCamping, hiking & nature trails, 29-footwaterfall. Open 6am-11pm with overnightcamping. Travel Green certified.

Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center29270 County Road GAshland, WI 54806715/685-9983www.northerngreatlakescenter.orgObservation tower, 100-seat theater, visitorinfo & trip planning, interpretive and historicexhibits. Open daily 9am-5pm.

South Shore Brewery808 W Main StAshland, WI 54806715/682-9199www.southshorebrewery.comMicrobrewery housed in one of the city’s his-toric buildings. Tours and tastings; call for hours.

Washburn Historical Museum & CulturalCenter1 E Bayfield StWashburn, WI 54891715/373-5591www.washburnculturalcenter.orgLocal and regional history, dioramas, fine artexhibits. Gallery open year ‘round Mon-Sat,10am-4pm; museum open Apr-Oct Mon-Sat,10am-4pm.

IRON COUNTYIron County Historical Museum303 Iron StHurley, WI 54534715/561-2244www.hurleywi.com/historymuseum1.aspxLocal history museum featuring the area’s log-ging, farming & mining heritage. Open Mon,Wed, Fri & Sat 10am-2pm. Travel Green certified.

Mercer Depot Museum5278 N Lakeview StMercer, WI 54547715/476-9191www.mercerwi.comBuilt in 1905, the depot houses a collection ofrailroad & Northwoods’ memorabilia. OpenMD to mid-Sept Mon-Sat 10am-2pm; andmid-Sept to mid-Oct Fri & Sat 10am-2pm.


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Washburn CountySome 900 lakes sparkle within the

borders of Washburn County in north-western Wisconsin, complemented bymiles of scenic rivers and acres of forest-land. Riding stables, historical museums,golf courses, antique shops and a wildlifesanctuary are some of the many diver-sions offered. Ride in elegant, refurbishedrailway cars dating from 1910 to 1930on the Wisconsin Great NorthernRailroad in Spooner. Spooner is also thehome of a railroad museum and a statefish hatchery.

In Trego, just north of Spooner,arrange to canoe or “tube” down theNamekagon River. Nine miles south ofSpooner near Sarona, visit the Hunt HillAudubon Sanctuary, a residential environ-mental learning center on more than 500acres of forests, meadows and glaciallakes.For more information about Spooner andWashburn County, call 800/367-3306 or logon to www.washburncounty.org.

Burnett CountyPrairie landscapes and picturesque

wetlands distinguish the area aroundGrantsburg in northwestern Wisconsin’sBurnett County. The 30,000-acre CrexMeadows Wildlife Area lies just north ofthe village. To its west is the wild beautyof the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.Miles of trails and old logging roadsthroughout the county afford wonderfulopportunities for hiking, horseback rid-ing, nature study, biking, cross-countryskiing and snowmobiling. For more information about Grantsburg, logon to www.grantsburgwi.com or call715/463-2405. For more about BurnettCounty, call 800/788-3164; or log on towww.burnettcounty.com.

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WASHBURN COUNTYGovernor Tommy G Thompson State FishHatchery951 W Maple StSpooner, WI 54801715/635-4147www.spoonerwi.comThe largest musky-rearing hatchery in theworld. Also, walleye & northern. Tours dailyMay 1-LD at 10am & 2pm.

Hunt Hill Audubon SanctuaryN2384 Hunt Hill RdSarona, WI 54870715/635-6543www.audubon.org/local/sanctuary/hunthillA 500-acre wildlife sanctuary with seasonalprograms and dorm accommodations.Grounds open year round during daylighthours; buildings open May-Oct.

Museum of Woodcarving539 Highway 63Shell Lake, WI 54871715/468-7100www.washburncounty.comDisplays 100 life-sized carvings depicting thelife of Christ, including “The Last Supper,” aswell as 400 miniature carvings. Open dailyMay-Oct 9am-6pm.

Railroad Memories Museum424 N Front StSpooner, WI 54801715/635-3325www.spoonerwi.comRailroad artifacts, photos, videos, equipmentand model trains in the former C&NW depot.Open daily MD-LD 10am-5pm.

Wisconsin Great Northern RailroadExcursion Train426 N Front StSpooner, WI 54801715/635-3200www.spoonertrainride.comDiesel train excursions between Spooner andSpringbrook. Special dinner & holiday trains.Excursion trains June 30-Aug 23 twice daily onTues & Thur; see Web site for full schedule.

BURNETT COUNTYCrex Meadows Wildlife Area110 E Crex AveGrantsburg, WI 54840715/463-2739www.crexmeadows.orgGreat birding & wildlife watching on a 30,000-acre prairie and wetland preserve. Open daily,year-round during daylight hours.

Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park8500 County Road UDanbury, WI 54830715/866-8890www.theforts.orgA reconstructed, 1800’s fur trading post &Indian village with indoor museum. Open lateMay-Aug, Wed-Sat 10am-4pm & Sun 11am-4pm; in Sept Sat & Sun only 10am-4pm. TravelGreen certified.

Gandy Dancer State Trail - North7410 County Road KSiren, WI 54872800/788-3164, 715/349-2157www.burnettcounty.com98-mile, multi-use trail from St. Croix Falls toSuperior. A highlight is the 520-foot bridgeover the scenic St. Croix River near Danbury.Open daylight hours year ‘round for seasonalhiking, biking and snowmobiling.




Hayward A former lumbering town, Hayward

keeps its past alive with the LumberjackWorld Championships each summer.However, fishing enthusiasts know it bet-ter as the home of the National FreshWater Fishing Hall of Fame. The area isalso known as the “Golf Capital ofWisconsin” with 18 courses within anhour’s drive.

The Hayward Lakes area has been aNorthwoods vacation destination for gen-erations. Year after year, people comehere to enjoy the fishing and swimming,and to stroll the small town streets, stop-ping to buy a piece of freshly madefudge or a pair of moccasins.

Each year, the Hayward/Cable areahosts two of the world’s top racingevents – the American Birkebeiner X-C skiraces in February and the ChequamegonFat Tire bicycle races in September.■ For more information about the Haywardarea, call 800/724-2992; or log on towww.haywardlakes.com.

CableThe Cable area of Bayfield County

includes the little towns of Cable,Drummond, Namekagon and GrandView. Located in the heart of theChequamegon-Nicolet National Forest,the area is rich in tourism resources withmany lakes and wild rivers, the fabulousCAMBA bike trails, and fifty-two resorts,including the world-famous TelemarkResort. In town, the Cable Natural HistoryMuseum offers a slate of wonderfulexhibits as well as a wide range of sea-sonal field trips planned for the family.■ For more information about the Cablearea, call 800/533/7454; or log on towww.cable4fun.com.

National FreshwaterFishing Hall of Fame

Attracting 50,000 visitors each year,the Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Famein Hayward is one of the most popu-lar attractions in Wisconsin’sNorthwoods.

The highlight of the museum com-plex is its landmark “Big Musky” - astructure one-half city block long andfour and one-half stories tall, con-structed of concrete, steel and fiber-glass, hand-sculpted into the likenessof a leaping muskellunge. Its innardsare a museum and its gaping openjaw is an observation platform forabout twenty persons high above themuseum grounds. The “Big Musky”leaps from an 88,000 gallon, quarter-acre nature pond.

The adjacent four-building museumcomplex displays fishing artifacts,housing an inventory of more than50,000 vintage and historical lures,rods, reels and angling accessories.Additionally there are about 300mounted fresh water fish and about1,000 vintage outboard motors,including Evinrude’s first productionoutboard from 1909. The groundsalso include picnic areas, a fishingpond, and a series of colorful – butsmaller – fiberglass fish perfect forphoto ops with the kids.

The Fresh Water Fishing Hall ofFame has inducted more than 300individuals and organizations since1980. They also maintain a recordbook of both world-record fish andline-class records for all of the freshwater species in North America.


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HAYWARD & CABLECable Natural History Museum43570 Kavanaugh RdCable, WI 54821715/798-3890www.cablemuseum.orgA small, but excellent museum with wildlifedisplays, a summer lecture and field trip series,and a Junior Naturalist program. Open Tues-Sat 10am-4pm.

CAMBA Bike TrailsPO Box 141Cable, WI 54821800/533-7454, 715/798-3599www.cambatrails.org300 miles of mountain and road bike trails inthe Cable/Hayward area of Bayfield andSawyer Counties. Most trails in the system arerideable May-Nov.

LCO Casino, Lodge & Convention Center13767 W County Road BHayward, WI 54843800/526-2274, 715/634-5643www.lcocasino.comBlackjack, slots, bingo, lodging and lounge.Casino open daily 9am-4am; bingo sessionsMon-Fri at 7pm, Sun at 2pm.

National Fresh Water Fishing Hall Of Fame10360 Hall of Fame DrHayward, WI 54843715/634-4440www.freshwater-fishing.orgMounts and photos of record fish, plus a 4-story building shaped like a musky. Open mid-Apr thru Oct 9:30am-4pm.

Sawyer County Historical Society MuseumE15715 County Road BHayward, WI 54843715/634-8053www.sawyercountyhist.org/Local history museum featuring lumberingmemorabilia. Open June-Sept Sat-Wed noon-4pm; Oct-May Thur only 10am-2pm.

Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows - HaywardCounty Hwy BHayward, WI 54843715/634-6923www.scheerslumberjackshow.comFamily fun with shows that feature log rolling,climbing, chopping & sawing. Six shows perweek late May to early Sept. Call or visit Website for schedule.

The Hideout12101 W County Road CCCouderay, WI 54828715/945-2746www.alcaponehideout.comTours of the Northwoods’ retreat once ownedby Chicago gangster Al Capone. Restaurant.Open daily May-LD 11am-6pm; LD-Oct 11am-5pm.

Wilderness Walk Zoo & Recreation Park9503 N State Road 27Hayward, WI 54843715/634-2893www.haywardlakes.com/wilderness-walk.htm35-acre animal farm & recreation park withwild and domestic animals, walking trails, anda petting zoo. Open daily mid-May to LD10am-4:30pm.

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lic land, Price County holds many attrac-tions for visitors. Park Falls in northernPrice County is one of two headquartersfor the 1.5 million-acre Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Just to the south,Fifield has two historic sites and a lovelycovered bridge – the Smith RapidsCovered Bridge on the South Fork of theFlambeau River. A fascinating collectionof folk art can be found at the WisconsinConcrete Park in Phillips at the center ofthe county. At 1,951.5 feet above sealevel, Timm’s Hill in southeast PriceCounty, near Ogema, is the highest pointin the state.■ For more information about Price County,log on to www.pricecountywi.net or call800/269-4505.

Taylor CountyThe Chequamegon-Nicolet National

Forest covers more than one-third ofTaylor County, providing unlimited oppor-tunities for hiking, camping, bird andwildlife watching, fishing and hunting.The county’s 100 lakes, including theMondeaux Flowage, add another dimen-sion of water recreation. Taylor Countyboasts sixty miles of the Ice Age Trail, thetrail’s longest unbroken stretch. In GilmanCity Park you can cross the Yellow Riveron a swinging bridge, the only survivingswinging bridge in the state. West of RibLake, visit the Gerstberger Pines for a lookat a true remnant of old growth forest.■ For more information about Taylor County,log on to www.medfordwis.com or call888/682-9567.


Wisconsin Concrete Park

The Wisconsin Concrete Park is anoutdoor museum with more than 200embellished concrete-and-glass stat-ues built between 1949 and 1964 byFred Smith, a retired lumberjack andself-taught artist.

Smith’s concrete lumberjacks, farm-ers, Indians, animals and other fig-ures reflect his life and times in theWisconsin Northwoods. Installedthroughout the property alongHighway 13 just south of Phillips, hisfanciful folk art creations are apanorama of larger-than-life tableauxadorned with broken bottles, coloredtiles, reflectors, mirrors, stones andother found objects.

Smith was born in 1886 to firstgeneration German immigrants toPrice County. He worked in regionallumber camps from his early teensuntil 1948, when he quit lumberjack-ing due to his arthritis. But his longdays of rigorous physical activitywere far from over; he began tobuild his sculptures first in the vicini-ty of his tavern, and later throughoutthe entire property.

A true Wisconsin original, Smithbuilt the Wisconsin Concrete Park asa gift “for all the American people.”He died in 1976 leaving behind 237sculptures – a remarkable tribute tohis times and his imagination. Thesite is recognized as a folk art master-work. It was listed in the NationalRegister of Historic Places in 2005.

PRICE COUNTYChequamegon-Nicolet National Forest-Park Falls1170 4th Ave SPark Falls, WI 54552715/762-2461www.fs.fed.us/r9/cnnfThe forest’s 1.5 million acres offer camping,hiking, biking, fishing and more. Headquartersoffice hours Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

Old Town Hall Museum & Greenfield SchoolW7213 Pine StFifield, WI 54524800/269-4505, 715/339-2254www.pricecountywi.netMuseum housing artifacts from Price County’slogging days. Open June-LD, Fri & Sun 1-5pm.

Round Lake Logging DamUS Forest Road 144Park Falls, WI 54552800/269-4505, 715/762-2461www.pricecountywi.netRestored in 1995, the dam is typical of thosebuilt by loggers in the early 1900s. Listed on theNational Register. Site open daily dawn-dusk.

Smith Rapids Covered BridgeUS Forest Road 148, Pike Lake RegionPark Falls, WI 54522800/269-4505, 715/762-2461www.pricecountywi.netBuilt in 1991, this beautiful latticework bridgeis one of the only covered bridges remaining inWisconsin. Open daily dawn-dusk.

Timm’s Hill County ParkState Highway 86Ogema, WI 54459800/269-4505, 715/339-4505www.pricecountywi.netThe highest topographic point in Wisconsin.Observation tower & Ice Age Trail access. Parkgate open May-Oct 7:30am-9:30pm.

Wisconsin Concrete ParkN8236 State Highway 13 SouthPhillips, WI 54555800/269-4505, 715/339-4505www.friendsoffredsmith.orgOutdoor folk-art museum features concrete sculp-tures festooned with bits of broken glass, ceram-ics and stones. Open year-round dawn to dusk.

TAYLOR COUNTY Perkinstown Winter Sports Area224 S 2nd StMedford, WI 54451888-682-9567, 715/748-1460www.medfordwis.comTubing hill with rope tow, 33K of X-C ski trails,warming chalet & concessions. Open Dec 1-Mar30, snow permitting. Tubing hill open Sat & Sun11am-5pm; X-C skiing during daylight hours.

Pine Line Recreation TrailAllman StreetMedford, WI 54451888/682-9567, 715/748-4729www.medfordwis.comA 26-mile trail that follows a former railbed fromMedford to Prentice in north-central Wisconsin.Open daylight hours Apr-Nov for non-motorizeduse; Dec-Mar for Snowmobiles & ATVs.

Taylor County Historical Museum845A E Broadway AveMedford, WI 54451715/748-3808www.medfordwis.comMuseum of local history including logging andmilitary exhibits of the 724th EngineeringBattalion. Open Thur & Fri 9am-4pm year‘round.

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Rice Lake & Barron County

Rice Lake is a hub for great outdooradventure. On the water, boat, fish andpaddle dozens of area lakes. On land, the104-mile Wild Rivers State Trail and the74-mile Tuscobia State Trail offer incredi-ble ATVing and snowmobiling. Hikersand mountain bikers will love exploringthe scenic Blue Hills Trail System.Birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts willwant to visit the Hunt Hill AudubonSanctuary. The Rice Lake area also offersseven excellent golf courses. A re-creationof what life in this beautiful region waslike during the logging era is displayed atthe Pioneer Village Museum, just southof Rice Lake. The Red Barn Theatre andthe Northern Star Theatre offer delightfulcommunity theater performances.■ For more information about the Rice Lakearea, log on to www.rice-lake.com or call800/523-6318.

Rusk CountyRusk County and Ladysmith are a nat-

ural for outdoor recreation. From the pic-turesque Blue Hills to the majesticFlambeau River, year-round recreation isabundant. The area is a Midwest destina-tion for paddle sports with four excellentwaterways traversing the county - theChippewa, Flambeau, Thornapple, andJump Rivers.

Seven different trail systems supportnearly every user: snowmobiling, ATVing,world-class X-C skiing, equestrian, down-hill skiing, off-road biking, and 27 milesof Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail. Hikers andbirders will also enjoy the trails of thereclaimed Flambeau Mine nature area.

Not just an outdoor escape, the coun-ty also offers a number of historic/culturalattractions including a county museumand a locomotive and several cars dis-played at the Rusk County Visitor Center,both in Ladysmith. Performing arts and agrowing artisan community makeLadysmith and Rusk County a vibrant anddiverse destination.■ For more information about Rusk County,log on to www.ruskcounty.org or call800/535-7875.

RICE LAKE & BARRON COUNTYBear Paw Company824 Bear Paw AveRice Lake, WI 54868715/236-7300www.bearpawcompany.comRetail sporting goods store with a large collec-tion of bird, fish and mammal mounts fromaround the world. Open Mon-Sat 9am-7pm,Sun 9am-5pm.

Pioneer Village Museum1870 13 1/2 AveCameron, WI 54822715/458-2080www.barroncountymuseum.com36 buildings representing the shops and tradesof Barron County pioneers. Open June-LDThur-Sun 1-5pm.

Red Barn Theater2247 22nd StRice Lake, WI 54868888/686-3770, 715/234-8301www.redbarntheatre-ricelake.comSummer theater in a unique facility. Call orvisit Web site for performance schedule.

St. Croix Casino & Hotel777 US Highways 8 & 63Turtle Lake, WI 54889800/846-8946, 715/986-4777www.stcroixcasino.comBlackjack, slots & bingo. 158-unit hotel withrestaurant and live entertainment. Open 24/7.

RUSK COUNTYFlambeau Mine TrailsN4100 Highway 27Ladysmith, WI 54848800/535-7875www.flambeaumine.comOnce an open-pit copper & gold mine, this181-acre site is a good example of mine recla-mation. Hiking trails w/interpretive signageopen daylight hours.

Rusk County Historical Society MuseumUS Highway 8Ladysmith, WI 54848800/535-7875, 715/532-6450www.ruskcounty.orgEleven historic buildings including little redschoolhouse and old wooden jail. Open MD-LD Sat & Sun 12:30-4:30pm.

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Polk CountySt. Croix Falls in western Polk County

is home to a trio of visitor’s centers thatdetail the area’s rich glacial heritage.Wisconsin’s first state park, InterstateState Park, is located on the edge oftown. The Polk County InformationCenter, at the intersection of Highways 8& 35-South, displays historical picturesand Native American exhibits. It’s a won-derful source of travel information. Thetown is also the headquarters of the St.Croix National Scenic Riverway, where anew multi-million dollar visitor’s centerwas opened in 2006.

For hikers, St. Croix Falls is the west-ern terminus of the Ice Age Trail, anational and state scenic trail that mean-ders 1,000 miles through central andsouthern Wisconsin.

A few miles south along the river, thepicturesque town of Osceola features anhistoric downtown district that includes awaterfall – Cascade Falls. For railroadbuffs, the Osceola and St. Croix Railwayoffers summer excursions from the city’srestored 1916 Soo Line depot.■ For more information about Polk County,log on to www.polkcountytourism.com orcall 800/222-7655.

POLK COUNTYChateau St. Croix Winery1998 State Road 87 # ASaint Croix Falls, WI 54024866/654-9463, 715/483-2556www.chateaustcroix.comHalf-hour tours of each stage in the winemak-ing process, followed by tastings. Open May-Sept Mon, Wed & Thur 11am-6pm, Fri & Sat11am-7pm, Sun noon-4pm; Oct-Apr Mon &Wed-Fri 11am-5:30pm, Sat 11am-7pm, Sunnoon-4pm; closed Tues.

Gandy Dancer State Trail – South710 Hwy 35 SSt. Croix Falls, WI 54024800/222-7655, 715/483-1410www.polkcountytourism.com98-mile multi-use railbed trail from St. CroixFalls to Superior. Open daylight hours year‘round for seasonal hiking, biking & snowmo-biling.

Interstate State ParkUS Highway 35St. Croix Falls, WI 54024888/947-2757, 715/483-3747www.wiparks.netWisconsin’s first state park with camping, hik-ing, interpretive center, and a truly stunningview of the scenic St. Croix River. Open daily6am-11pm with overnight camping. TravelGreen certified.

Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway114 Depot RdOsceola, WI 54020715/755-3570www.trainride.orgTen and twenty-mile excursions along thesandstone bluffs of the St. Croix River aboarda diesel-powered train with vintage cars.Operating May 3-Oct 19 Sat &Sun with departures at 11am, 1 & 2:30pm.

St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Center401 N Hamilton StSt Croix Falls, WI 54024715/483-3284www.nps.gov/sacnThe riverway traces the wild St. Croix andNamekagon Rivers for more than 250 miles.Staff will help plan river trips. Open daily MD-LD 8am-6pm; daily LD to mid-Oct 8am-4:30pm; mid-Oct to MD Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

Interstate State ParkEstablished in 1895, Interstate State

Park is Wisconsin’s first state park –the original; the first of what is todaya system of 45 state parks, six recre-ation areas, 12 state forests, and 35state trails.

Interstate protects the Dalles of theSt. Croix River; a magnificent sectionof the river valley carved of volcanicbasalt laid down more than a billionyears ago. The park is actually twoparks with 1,330 acres on theWisconsin side of the river, and 298acres on the Minnesota side. In addi-tion to being Wisconsin first statepark, it is also the nation’s first inter-state park. The park’s geological her-itage is so important, it is one of justnine units included in the Ice AgeNational Scientific Reserve.

Visitors to Wisconsin’s InterstateState Park can enjoy a pair of camp-grounds with 85 family campsites.The park also offers a swimmingbeach, boat launch, spectacular viewsfrom the bluffs above the river, andten miles of hiking trails. On theMinnesota side, you can board theTaylor Falls Princess for sightseeing,lunch and dinner cruises along thisremarkable stretch of the river. Thecruises pass all the park’s popularrock formations including the HolyCross (for which the river is named –“St. Croix”) and The Old Man of theDalles – the most outstanding naturalrock face you’ll ever see.


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PrescottPrescott is one of the oldest Wisconsin

towns on the Mississippi, dating from1839. The city marks the juncture of theSt. Croix River with the Big Muddy. Fromthe new $2.4 million Great River RoadVisitor & Learning Center in FreedomPark, you can clearly see the line wherethe blue waters of the St. Croix join thedun-colored Mississippi. The VisitorCenter is a fabulous introduction to theUpper Mississippi region using interactiveexhibits, satellite maps, even an animatedeagle to educate and fascinate.■ For more information about the Prescottarea, log on to www.prescottwi.com or call715/262-3284.

River FallsLocated on the beautiful Kinnickinnic

River, River Falls has a downtown districtfilled with historic architecture. A readilyavailable brochure describes an interest-ing walking tour of the district. The valleyof the Kinnickinnic River, a popular cold-water trout stream, is a rare sanctuarywith majestic white pines and sheer lime-stone cliffs. ■ For more information about the River Fallsarea, log on to www.rfchamber.com or call715/425-2533.

Hudson &St. Croix County

At Hudson, the St. Croix River broad-ens and its waters serve as a sparklingbackdrop to one of the loveliest townson the river. Hudson is both a center forrecreation, with boating, fishing andswimming available, and a historic sitewith picturesque Victorian houses andparks. The center of the town’s historicresidential district is Octagon House, builtin 1855 and now a museum. Areaantique shops and downtown shoppingare packaged with charming B&B accom-modations.

Just north of Hudson, tiny Somersettrumpets its reputation as the “TubingCapitol of the World.” A lazy float downthe Apple River is a delightful part of anysummer vacation. To the east, NewRichmond preserves its history at aHeritage Center on a beautiful and his-toric farmstead replete with eleven milesof hiking trails and native plantings.■ For more information about Hudson, logon to www.hudsonwi.org or call 800/657-6775. For more information on Somerset, call715/247-3366; for New Richmond, log on towww.newrichmondchamber.com or call800/654-6380.


HUDSON & ST. CROIX COUNTYNew Richmond Heritage Center1100 Heritage DrNew Richmond, WI 54017888/320-3276, 715/246-3276www.nrheritagecenter.orgLocal history in an 1884 Italianate farmhouse;six-building complex. Open year-round, Mon-Fri 10am-4pm; May-Oct add Sat 7:30am-2pm& Sun noon-4pm.

Octagon House and the Historic District1004 3rd StHudson, WI 54016715/386-2654www.pressenter.com/~octagon/Built in 1855, Octagon House displays localhistory and Americana. Tours May-Oct Wed-Sat noon-4:30pm & Sun 2-4:30pm.

Phipps Center for the Arts109 Locust StHudson, WI 54016715/386-2305www.thephipps.orgPerforming & visual arts center. Galleries openMon-Sat 9am-4:30pm, Sun noon-4:30pm.

Willow River State Park1034 County Road AHudson, WI 54016715/386-5931www.wiparks.netA 2,800-acre park with a lake, trout stream,nature center, camping, fishing, boating andhiking. Open daily 6am-11pm with overnightcamping.

PRESCOTTGreat River Road Visitor Center200 Monroe StPrescott, WI 54021715/262-0104www.freedomparkwi.org/New, $2.4 million center with interactiveexhibits, interpretive kiosks, walking pathalong bluffs & picnic area. Open MD-LD Mon-Sat 10am-8pm & Sun 11am-5pm; LD-MDTues-Sat 11am-5pm & Sun noon-5pm.

Welcome & Heritage Center237 Broad St NPrescott, WI 54021715/262-3284www.prescottwi.com/Visitor’s center with area travel information,plus exhibits of local history. Open Tues-Fri10am-3pm.

RIVER FALLSCrystal CaveW965 State Road 29Spring Valley, WI 54767800/236-2283, 715/778-4414www.acoolcave.comThe longest cave in Wisconsin. Open Apr &May Sat & Sun 10am-4:30pm; MD-LD daily9:30am-5:30pm; Sept & Oct daily 10am-4:30pm.Kinnickinnic State ParkW11983 820th AveRiver Falls, WI 54022715/425-1129www.wiparks.netDay-use 1,242-acre park featuring a 70-acresand delta in the St. Croix River. Boating, fish-ing, swimming and hiking. Open 6am-11pmwith no overnight camping.

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Eau ClaireLocated at the junction of the

Chippewa and Eau Claire Rivers, the cityof Eau Claire (French for “clear water”)was one of the state’s busiest lumbertowns in the 1800s; a center of thrivingWoodland Indian culture and later anagricultural center. Several interestinglocal museums explore this varied her-itage. Extensive bike trails along the EauClaire and Chippewa Rivers offer breath-taking views to both walkers and cyclistsin summer, and snowmobilers in winter.

Eau Claire is also an ideal home basefor day trips to surrounding communities.Augusta, eighteen miles to the south-east, includes an Amish settlement ofmore than 150 families. Guided tours ofthe community are available, and hand-crafted Amish goods are sold at theWood Shed in Augusta. Just north ofAugusta is the remarkable Dells Mill, aflourmill built in 1864 entirely of wood,including gears and pulleys.■ For more information about Eau Claire, logon to www.chippewavalley.net or call888/523-3866.

MenomonieMenomonie, on the Red Cedar River,

another former lumber town, now pro-vides a rich harvest of antiques.Downtown tour the beautifully restoredMabel Tainter Memorial Theater, includ-ing its art gallery, reading room and giftshop. Menomonie is also the gateway tothe Red Cedar State Trail, a 14-mile hik-ing and biking route that includes an846-foot-long former railroad bridge.■ For more information about Menomonie,log on to www.menomoniechamber.com orcall 800/283-1862.

EAU CLAIREAction City2402 Lorch AveEau Claire, WI 54701715/838-9663www.actioncityfun.com550,000 sq. ft. of fun with go-karts, bumpercars, laser tag, mini-golf & bowling, battingcages, climbing wall, & arcade games. OpenSun-Thur 10am-9pm, Fri & Sat 10am-11pm.

Chippewa River State Trail3625 Gateway Dr Suite FEau Claire, WI 54701888/523-3866, 715/831-2345www.chippewavalley.net29.5-mile multi-use railbed trail from EauClaire to Durand. Open daylight hours for sea-sonal hiking, biking & snowmobiling.

Chippewa Valley Museum1204 Carson Park DrEau Claire, WI 54702715/834-7871www.cvmuseum.comAward-winning regional museum includesAnderson Log House and the one-roomSunnyview School. Open MD-LD Mon-Sat10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm, Tues until 8pm; LD-MD Tues-Sun 1-5pm, Tues until 8pm.

Dells Mill MuseumE18855 County Road VAugusta, WI 54722715/286-2714www.dellsmill.comFive-story, water-powered, historic gristmill.Tours daily May-Oct 10am-5pm.

Fanny Hill Victorian Inn & Dinner Theatre3919 Crescent AveEau Claire, WI 54703800/292-8026, 715/836-8184www.fannyhill.comTop-notch dinner theater performances, plusgreat restaurant and B&B accommodations.Call or visit Web site for performance sched-ule.

Paul Bunyan Logging Camp1110 Carson Park DrEau Claire, WI 54703715/835-6200www.paulbunyancamp.orgAuthentic reproduction of an 1890’s loggingcamp located in 134-acre Carson Park. Opendaily May-Sept 10am-4:30pm.

The Wood Shed105 W Lincoln StAugusta, WI 54722715/286-5404www.woodshedheirlooms.comAntiques and Amish furniture. Call to arrangeguided tours of the Augusta Amish communi-ty. Shop open Mon-Sat 10am-5:30pm, Thursuntil 9pm.

MENOMONIEMabel Tainter Memorial Theatre205 Main StMenomonie, WI 54751800/236-7675, 715/235-9726www.mabeltainter.comRestored 1889 theater with exhibit gallery.Self-guided tours daily 10am-5pm. Call or visitWeb site for performance schedule.

Red Cedar State TrailHighway 29Menomonie, WI 54751715/232-1242www.chippewavalley.net15-mile multi-use railbed trail fromMenomonie south to the Chippewa River StateTrail. Open daylight hours for seasonal hiking,biking & snowmobiling.

Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum1820 Wakanda St NwMenomonie, WI 54751715/232-8685www.discover-net.net/~dchsDisplays and artifacts detail Dunn County his-tory. Open May-Sept Wed-Sun 10am-5pm;Oct-Apr Wed-Sun noon-4pm.Wakanda Waterpark909 Pine AveMenomonie, WI 54751715/232-5050www.menomonierecreation.orgMunicipal pool with zero depth entrance, 230’waterslide, 20’ drop slide, and diving board.Open daily 11:30am-8pm, June-Aug.


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Chippewa Falls & New Auburn

The sterling charm of small town lifeis preserved in Chippewa Falls, ranked asa top ten small town in 1997 by no lessthan Time Magazine. The city’s oldestbusiness is the Jacob LeinenkugelBrewing Company, established in 1867.Chippewa Falls has been the home ofMason Shoes since 1904. A retail outletdowntown offers 85,000 pair of thefamous shoes and boots. The city’s 300-acre Irvine Park includes a small herd ofbuffalo.

Chippewa Falls is surrounded by spec-tacular countryside and more than32,000 acres of forest. Lake WissotaState Park lies just across the river, whileBrunet Island State Park is a short drive tothe northeast. The Old Abe State Trailconnects the parks with 19 miles ofrailbed bike trail along the ChippewaRiver. On an excursion to New Auburn,about 20 miles north, the ChippewaMoraine Interpretive Center is a greatplace to learn about Wisconsin’s Ice Ageheritage.■ For more information about ChippewaFalls and New Auburn, call 888/723-0024 orlog on to www.chippewachamber.org.

Jacob LeinenkugelBrewing Company

When Jacob Leinenkugel startedhis brewery in 1867, his first beerharkened back to his European tradi-tions. Crisp and refreshing, “Leinies”reminded beer lovers of the lagersthey had enjoyed throughoutEurope. While many things havechanged since 1867, those Old Worldtraditions live on today in LeiniesOriginal, as well as in their specialtyand seasonal beers.

Now you can join thousands offolks who visit the LeinenkugelBrewery each year on their trips tothe Northwoods. Experience howLeinies beers are handcrafted in anOld World Germanic brewery datingback more than 140 years. Tours ofthe brewery, which start and end inthe Leinie Lodge, are free. Tourguides introduce you to theLeinenkugel history, family andbrewing process.

After the tour, you can enjoyLeinies award-winning beers at theirhistoric sampling bar, or outsideunder their covered patio. The LeinieLodge is also a museum and giftshop. You’ll see the Leinenkugel his-torical signage, photos of thefounder and past presidents of thecompany, and authentic brewing arti-facts. Plus, there’s plenty of Leiniemerchandise for collectors of breweriana.

Free tours of the brewery areoffered daily. Reservations are recom-mended. Tours involve some walking,standing and climbing stairs; youmay prefer an alternate video tour.


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CHIPPEWA FALLS & NEW AUBURNAutumn Harvest Winery19947 County Highway JChippewa Falls, WI 54729715/720-1663www.autumnharvestwinery.comProducer of popular white, red and fruit wines- primarily apple wines and hard cider. Retailoutlet, gift shop & bakery. Tastings May-OctWed-Sat 10am-5pm, closed Mon & Tues.

Brunet Island State Park23125 255th StCornell, WI 54732715/239-6888A picturesque 1,030 acre park on an islandwhere the Fisher River joins the ChippewaRiver. Open 6am-11pm with overnight camp-ing. Travel Green certified.

Chippewa Falls Museum of Industry andTechnology21 E Grand AveChippewa Falls, WI 54729715/720-9206www.cfmit.orgExhibits detail the history of the super comput-er, interactive technology, and local history.Open Thurs & Fri 1-5pm, Sat 1-3pm.

Chippewa Moraine Interpretive Center13394 County Road MNew Auburn, WI 54757715/967-2800www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/chipmoraine/Displays and videos explain the glacial topog-raphy of the area’s Ice Age Trail. Open daily8:30am-4:30pm. Call ahead to confirm. Travel Green certified.

Cook-Rutledge Mansion505 W Grand AveChippewa Falls, WI 54729715/723-7181www.cookrutledgemansion.comThe 1873 Italianate mansion of one of thetown’s lumber barons. Guided tours June-AugThurs-Sun at 2pm.

Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company124 E Elm StChippewa Falls, WI 54729888/534-6437, 715/723-5557www.leinie.comFree tours of the seventh oldest working brew-ery in the United States, founded in 1867.Samples to those 21+. Gift shop. Tours everyhalf hour Mon-Thurs & Sat 9am-5pm, Sun11am-4pm, Fri 9am-8pm. Reservations recom-mended.

Old Abe State TrailHwy S and Hwy OChippewa Falls, WI 54729715/723-0331www.chippewachamber.org19.7-mile multi-use paved railbed trail fromChippewa Falls to Cornell. Open daylight hoursfor seasonal hiking, biking & snowmobiling.

Travel Green. As you travel, patronize certified Travel Green Wisconsin businesses that invest in sustainable practices.

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Vilas CountyThe great outdoors beckons visitors to

Vilas County located at the top ofWisconsin. A popular vacation destina-tion in all seasons, Vilas County offersmore than 500,000 acres of publicforestlands for recreation. Water enthusi-asts have 1,300 lakes and 73 rivers andstreams for fishing, boating, canoeing orswimming. Fall color here is simply fabu-lous. Winter enthusiasts enjoy more than600 miles of top-ranked, well-groomedtrails for snowshoeing, cross-country ski-ing and snowmobiling.

The Vilas County Historical Museum inSayner displays Indian artifacts and log-ging memorabilia. The North LakelandDiscovery Center in Manitowish Watersoffers hiking and nature trails along witha variety of interpretive programs.Boulder Junction prides itself as theMusky Capital of the World. Visitorsenjoy a 100-year tradition of hospitalityevident in the area’s shops, restaurantsand lodging. Biking on the BoulderJunction Area Trail System (BATS) is nearheaven – 16 miles of paved trail throughthe pristine Northern Highland-AmericanLegion State Forest.■ For more information about Vilas County,log on to www.vilas.org or call 800/236-3649.

Lac du FlambeauWaswagoning, “a place where they

fish by torchlight,” is the name that theOjibwe gave this place. The French FurTraders saw the indian’s fishing techniqueand named the area Lac du Flambeau,“Lake of the Torch.” Today, the town ofthat name sits at the center of the Lac duFlambeau Indian Reservation. The area’slush forests, 250 lakes, abundant wildlife,legendary fishing and miles of snowmo-bile trails make for all-season fun. Theregion is imbued with Ojibwe heritageand culture that is showcased in severallocal attractions. ■ For more information about the Lac duFlambeau area, call 877/588-3346 or log on towww.lacduflambeauchamber.com.

Stop Invasives. When boating, be sure todrain your bilge and live well, remove all

weeds and destroy any unused bait.


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VILAS COUNTYBATS-Crystal Lake TrailBoulder Junction, WI 54512800/466-8759, 715/385-2400www.vilas.org/bjtrails.htm16-mile, asphalt-paved bike trail betweenBoulder Junction and Sayner; a great familyroll through the Northwoods. Open daily inseason, daylight hours.

North Lakeland Discovery Center215 County Road WManitowish Waters, WI 54545877/543-2085, 715/543-2085www.discoverycenter.netFormer DNR camp now offering 20km of hik-ing, biking, X-C skiing & snowshoeing trails.Wildlife watching and interpretive programs.Center open year-round; activities vary by sea-son.

Northern Highland/American Legion State Forest4125 County Road MBoulder Junction, WI 54512888/947-2757, 715/385-2727www.wiparks.net200,000-acre state forest offering camping,hiking, fishing and boating. Open 6am-11pmwith overnight camping.

Vilas County Historical Society Museum217 Main StSayner, WI 54560715/542-3388www.northernwisconsin.com/museum/index.htmlDisplays local history as well as the world’s firstsnowmobile. Open daily MD to mid-Oct 10am-4pm.

LAC DU FLAMBEAUGeorge W Brown, Jr Ojibwe Museum &Cultural Center603 Peace Pipe RdLac du Flambeau, WI 54538715/588-3333One of the finest collections of Ojibwe Indianartifacts in the world. Open May-Oct Mon-Sat10am-4pm; Nov-April Tues & Thurs 10am-2pm.

Lac du Flambeau Fish Hatchery2500 State Road 47 NLac du Flambeau, WI 54538715/588-4213Raises more than 30 million walleye, northern& musky each year. Trout pond for the kids.Hatchery open year-round; trout pond openMD-LD only. Call for hours & prices.

Lake of the Torches Resort Casino510 Old Abe RdLac du Flambeau, WI 54538800/25T-ORCH, 715/588-7070www.lakeofthetorches.comBlackjack, slots and bingo; hotel and confer-ence center. Open 24/7.

Wa-Swa-GoningState Highway 47 S At County Road HLac du Flambeau, WI 54538715/588-2615www.waswagoning.orgRe-created Ojibwe village with birchbarklodges and canoes. Open mid-May thru Sept,Tues-Sat 10am-4pm.


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Minocqua, ArborVitae, Woodruff & Hazelhurst

The greater Minocqua area couldqualify as water sports heaven. It is a partof what is known as the Lakeland Areaof Vilas and Oneida Counties, so namedbecause more than 3,200 lakes, streamsand ponds are found in the two counties.World-class fishing, leisure boating andwater-skiing are among the popular pas-times here. Off the water, there’s animpressive network of trails for hiking,biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeingand snowmobiling. For an overview ofthe wildlife and striking local habitat, visi-tors can cruise through the spectacularWillow Reservoir.

If you’re traveling with kids, there’splenty to do here. A trip to the Woodrufffish hatchery is always fun – lots of bigmuskies and northerns to ogle. AtWildwood Wildlife Park they can pet aporcupine or feed deer. Sheer’sLumberjack Shows are awesome demon-strations of log rolling, chopping, sawingand climbing.■ For more information about theMinocqua/Arbor Vitae/Woodruff area, log onto www.minocqua.org or call 800/446-6784.For more information about Hazelhurst, call 715/356-7350.


BELOW: DR. KATE MUSEUM IN WOODRUFF. BOTTOM LEFT: THEWATERS OF MINOCQUA RESORT & WATERPARK. BOTTOM RIGHT:BEACONS BOATHOUSE IN MINOCQUA.

MINOCQUA, ARBOR VITAE,WOODRUFF & HAZELHURSTArt Oehmcke Fish Hatchery8770 County Road JWoodruff, WI 54568715/356-5211dnr.wi.govLarge cool-water hatchery specializing inMuskellunge, walleye, lake trout and suckers.Open MD-LD Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm; tours at11am & 2pm.

Bearskin-Hiawatha State Trail518 W Somo AveTomahawk, WI 54487800/446-6784, 715/453-1263www.wiparks.netTwo bike trails on a former railbed betweenMinocqua and Tomahawk that combine for24.3 miles of pleasant riding. Open daily dur-ing daylight hours for seasonal hiking, bikingand snowmobiling. Travel Green certified.

Campanile Center for the Arts141 Milwaukee StreetMinocqua, WI 54548715/356-9700www.campanilecenter.orgPerformance and visual arts center, plusinstruction. Visit Website for exhibit and per-formance schedule.

Dr. Kate Museum923 2nd AveWoodruff, WI 54568715/356-6896www.minocqua.orgLocal museum includes exhibit honoring thisWisconsin pioneer physician. Open mid-Juneto LD Mon-Fri 11am-4pm.

Minocqua Museum503 Flambeau StMinocqua, WI 54548715/356-7666www.minocqua.orgMuseum of local history & changing pioneerfamily exhibits. Open mid-June to LD Mon-Fri10am-4pm.

Northern Lights PlayhousePO Box 256Hazelhurst, WI 54531715/356-7173www.nl-playhouse.comSummer theater with seven shows in reper-toire. Call or visit Web site for performanceschedule.

Northwoods Wildlife Center8683 Blumenstein RdMinocqua, WI 54548715/356-7400www.northwoodswildlifecenter.comOutdoor, guided tours of a wildlife hospitalcaring for injured & orphaned wild animals.Open summer Mon-Sat 10am-4pm; Fall/SpringMon-Sat 10am-2pm; winter Mon-Fri 10am-2pm. Guided tours every 1/2 hour.

Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows - WoodruffState Highways 51 & 47Woodruff, WI 54568715/356-4050www.scheerslumberjackshow.comFamily fun - show features log rolling, chop-ping, sawing & climbing. Open June-Aug; callor visit Web site for schedule.

The Waters of Minocqua8116 Hwy 51 SMinocqua, WI 54548877/992-8377, 715/358-4000www.thewatersofminocqua.comResort complex with the only indoor waterparkof its kind in Northern Wisconsin; 10,000 sq ftfacility with indoor-outdoor pool, 2 body slidesand a plunge pool. Pool open daily 8am-10pm. Waterslides open daily 9am-10pm insummer; 4-9pm Fri, 9am-9pm Sat & Sun inwinter. Travel Green certified.

Wildwood Wildlife Park & Nature Center10094 State Road 70 WMinocqua, WI 54548715/356-5588www.wildwoodwildlifepark.comPet a porcupine, feed a deer, see hundreds ofother woodland animals. Open daily May 1-Oct 15 at 9am, rain or shine. Travel Green cer-tified.

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Carl Eliason and the Snowmobile

It all started in 1924 right here inWisconsin. In the small northernWisconsin community of Sayner inVilas County, Carl Eliason beganworking on an idea for a poweredsled he called a “motor toboggan.”Today, we know his invention as thesnowmobile.

Eliason’s original machine was nobeauty. But it did incorporate manyof the basic design principals inher-ent in today’s machines: a liquid-cooled engine, continuous-track, andskis for steerage. Eliason patented hismachine in 1927.

Over the next fifteen years, Eliasonbuilt forty more “motor toboggans”in Sayner. No three were exactlyalike. As WWII neared, demandincreased and production shifted tothe Four Wheel Drive (FWD)Company of Clintonville. The U.S.Army purchased 150 white camou-flage machines for the defense ofAlaska. After the war, productionshifted to FWD’s plant in Canada andcontinued there until 1953.

Primitive as it was, a direct line ofdesign evolution can be drawn fromthe first Eliason to the sleek designsof today. The original 1924 model iskept under glass at the Vilas CountyHistorical Museum in Sayner (seepage 15) along with one of everymodel produced. The continued evo-lution of the snowmobile can be fur-ther appreciated at the SnowmobileHall of Fame and Museum at St.Germain where nearly 100 vintagemachines are displayed (see thispage).

A NORTHEASTO R I G I N A L Eagle River

& St. GermainWhen people talk about a classic

Northwood’s vacation, they’re talkingabout the Eagle River area. Located on achain of twenty-eight lakes, the largestfreshwater chain in the world, Eagle Riveris famous for its clear, cool lakes filledwith game fish. Ice cream parlors, candystores and souvenir shops line EagleRiver’s Main Street, conveying a genuinesmall town charm. In autumn, more than40,000 enjoy the city’s Cranberry Fest –the largest food festival in theNorthwoods. In winter, the communityshifts gears to cross-country skiing andsnowmobiling, including the World’sChampionship Snowmobile Derby heldon the city’s half-mile iced-oval.

Nearby, St. Germain is a charmingcommunity that has been catering tovacationers and anglers for more than acentury. The new, paved St. Germain Bike& Hike Trail runs through the communityconnecting with several other area bikingand nature trails. Well known for its fish-ing, St. Germain is within a 20-minutedrive of sixteen area golf courses includ-ing the St. Germain Golf Club, ranked asoutstanding+ by Golf Digest. Wintervacationers flock here for the area’s top-quality snowmobile trails as well as theSnowmobile Racing Hall of Fame &Museum.■ For more information about the EagleRiver area, call 800/359-6315 or log on towww.eagleriver.org. For more informationabout St. Germain, call 800/727-7203 or logon to www.st-germain.com.


BELOW: EAGLE RIVER GOLF COURSE. RIGHT: NORTHWOODSCHILDREN’S MUSEUM. LOWER RIGHT: SNOWMOBILE RACING HALLOF FAME IN ST. GERMAIN.

EAGLE RIVER & ST. GERMAINEagle River Historical Museum519 Sheridan StEagle River, WI 54521715/479-2396www.eagleriver.orgMuseum of local history Open MD-LD Tues-Sat10am-3pm.

Northwoods Children’s Museum346 W Division StEagle River, WI 54521715/479-4623www.northwoodschildrensmuseum.comChildren’s museum with 14 exhibits includinga mini-log cabin & fishing pond. Open MD-LDMon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm; LD-MDTues-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm.

Snowmobile Hall of Fame and Museum8481 W State Highway 70Saint Germain, WI 54558715/542-4488www.snowmobilehalloffame.comHistoric racing snowmobiles, uniforms, tro-phies, videos & biographies of inductees. Openyear ‘round Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, and most Sat10am-3pm (call ahead).

St. Germain Bike & Hike TrailSt. Germain, WI 54558800/727-7203www.st-germain.com8-mile paved bike trail running west and northof downtown St. Germain. Open year-round,daylight hours, weather permitting.

Trees for Tomorrow Natural ResourcesSpecialty School519 Sheridan St EEagle River, WI 54521800/838-9472, 715/479-6456www.treesfortomorrow.comHistoric natural resources campus & demon-stration forest, wildlife trail. Open year ‘round8am-4:30pm.

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Rhinelander & Three Lakes

Oneida County in the heart ofWisconsin’s northland is 1,200 squaremiles of pristine forest sprinkled with1,100 lakes and streams.

Rhinelander, the county seat, boastsmore than 230 lakes within twelve miles.Access to water routes made Rhinelandera logging center. That heritage is pre-served in the Logging Museum Complexlocated in Pioneer Park. Today, localwaterways help support one of thetown’s main industries, papermaking, aswell as varied recreational opportunities.

To the north, Three Lakes is a cozycommunity on the south end of 28 inter-connected lakes – the largest chain offreshwater lakes in the world. Here,anglers find some of the finest musky,walleye and trout fishing in theNorthwoods. Three Lakes is also on thewestern edge of the spectacular650,000-acre Chequamegon-NicoletNational Forest offering scenic bicycling,hiking, camping, and hunting. ■ For more information about OneidaCounty, log on to www.oneidacountywi.comor call 800/236-3006. For Rhinelander, log onto www.rhinelanderchamber.com or call800/236-4386. For Three Lakes, log on towww.threelakes.com or call 800/972-6103.


RHINELANDER AREADazzle Dinner Theatre668 W Kemp StRhinelander, WI 54501715/369-3600www.nl-playhouse.comDinner theater with seasonal performances byprofessional actors. Call or visit Web site forperformance schedule.

Kovac Planetarium2392 Mud Creek RoadMonico, WI 54501715/487-4411www.kovacplanetarium.comThe world’s largest mechanical globe planetari-um, 22-feet in diameter. It displays all the starsin the northern hemisphere visible to theunaided eye. Open daily by reservation only.Call for seating and show times.

Logging Museum ComplexOneida AveRhinelander, WI 54501715/369-5004www.rhinelanderchamber.comFull-scale reproduction of a 19th century log-ging camp with narrow-gauge railroad. OpenMD-LD daily 10am-5pm.

Mecikalski Stovewood BuildingCounty Highways B & ZJennings, WI715/487-5222www.pelicanlakewi.orgA crossroads collection of several historicNorthwood’s buildings constructed in thestovewood style. Open MD-LD, Thur-Sat, callfor hours.

THREE LAKESNorthwoods Petroleum Museum7626 Highway 45 NThree Lakes, WI 54562715/617-0566northwoodspetroleummuseum.org/Extensive collections of classic gas pumps,neon signs and gas station memorabilia dis-played from floor to ceiling. Open Mon-Frinoon-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm.

Three Lakes Historical Museum1798 Huron StThree Lakes, WI 54562715/546-2295www.threelakes.comLogging artifacts, cultural displays, pioneertools, resort history and more. Open MD-LDTues-Sat 11am-3pm; Sat only LD to mid-Oct.

Three Lakes Winery6971 Gogebic StThree Lakes, WI 54562800/944-5434, 715/546-3080www.cranberrywine.comFree tours and tastings offered. Guided toursMay-Oct 10am-4pm; self-guided tours year‘round.Wisconsin River CruisesHwys 8 & 47Rhinelander, WI 54501715/369-7500www.wisconsinrivercruises.comTwo-hour sightseeing and sunset dinner cruis-es down the Wisconsin River aboard theWilderness Queen. Operating June-Sept; callor visit Web site for departures.

BELOW: LOGGING MUSEUM COMPLEX IN RHINELANDER.ABOVE RIGHT: THREE LAKES WINERY. RIGHT: WISCONSIN RIVERCRUISES IN RHINELANDER.


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LUMBERJACK SPECIAL STEAM TRAIN & CAMP IN LAONA.

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Forest CountyForest County and its near neighbors

are aptly named, for they encompass650,000 acres of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The forest is hometo some of Wisconsin’s finest wilderness,as well as some very fine attractions.

The Sokaogon Band of Lake SuperiorChippewa live on a small reservation atMole Lake, just south of Crandon. Thetribe operates the Mole Lake Casinosoffering blackjack and slot machineaction. Just east of Crandon, at Laona,old-fashioned steam train rides are avail-able at the Lumberjack Special and CampFive Museum. The complex also offerspontoon rides, surrey rides, an animalcorral and nature center, and turn-of-the-century country store. ■ For information about the Crandon area,log on to www.crandonwi.com or call800/334-3387. For Laona, call 715/674-3007.

Florence CountyFlorence County in the state’s north-

eastern corner is as wild and natural asWisconsin gets. Nearly half the county’snatural charm is preserved in nationaland county forests. The 8,850-acreSpread Eagle Barrens State Natural Areais a birder’s paradise. The Brule River andthe wild Pine and Popple Rivers are gemsfor whitewater and wilderness canoeists.These exceptional wilderness compo-nents combine each autumn to produceone of Wisconsin’s best fall color oppor-tunities. The Wild Rivers InterpretiveCenter in Florence tells the story of thisunique corner of Wisconsin. Downtown,the Florence County Historical Museumanchors the city’s historic district.■ For more information about FlorenceCounty, call 888/889-0049 or log on towww.florencewisconsin.com.


FOREST COUNTYLumberjack Special Steam Train & CampFive Museum Complex5480 Connor Farm RdLaona, WI 54541715/674-3414www.lumberjacksteamtrain.comRide a steam train to a 1902 logging camp.See logging artifacts, a blacksmith shop, a1900 country store, a nature center and farmcorral. Open June 21-Aug 25 Mon-Sat, 11am-4pm. Train rides at 11am, noon, 1 & 2 pm.

Mole Lake Casino, Lodge & ConferenceCenter3084 Hwy 55 SCrandon, WI 54520800/236-9466, 715/478-7556www.molelake.com500 reel, slot and video machines, 6 blackjacktables, and a bingo hall. Open Mon-Thur 7am-2am, Fri-Sun 7am-3am.

FLORENCE COUNTYFlorence County Historical Museum201 Florence AvenueFlorence, WI 54121715/528-3597Photos and artifacts tell the history of thecounty and its famous citizens. Open June-Sept Thur & Sat 10am-noon.

Wild Rivers Interpretive Center4793 Forestry DrFlorence, WI 54121888/889-0049www.florencewisconsin.comDioramas, murals and interactive exhibits tellthe story of the wild rivers and natural areas ofFlorence County. Open Apr-Nov Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm, Sat 9am-4pm; Dec-Mar Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Travel Green certified.

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Forest CountyPotawatomi

One of eight federally recognizedbands of Potawatomi in the UnitedStates and Canada, the Forest CountyPotawatomi (FCP) are also known asthe Bodwe’wadmi, or “Keepers of theFire.”

Following the treaty of Chicago in1833, the Potawatomi were forcefullyrelocated to Kansas and Oklahoma.In this time of turmoil, small groupsand families sought refuge in thedense forests of northeasternWisconsin. In 1913, the federal gov-ernment recognized the tribe’s treatylands as a reservation and the FCPsettled on new land bases nearWabeno, Blackwell and Stone Lake.There are now more than 1,200 tribalmembers who live there.

The Forest County Potawatomihave maintained their traditionalways. They also look to the futurewith tribal programs that addresshousing, education, health and well-ness, recreation, and elder care. Thetribe operates a cultural center andmuseum, a library, the NorthernLights Casino and Hotel, and a conve-nience store. The FCP employ morethan 750 people; they are the largestemployer in Forest County.

To learn more about the tribe, visitthe Potawatomi Cultural Center andMuseum, just east of Crandon, or logon to fcpotawatomi.com. The ForestCounty Potawatomi, the Keepers ofthe Fire – today, the Fire still burns.

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MARINETTE COUNTYKosir’s Rapid Rafts & Campground/ResortW14073 County Road CSilver Cliff, WI 54104715/757-3431www.kosirs.comWhitewater rafting on the Peshtigo River.Open Apr 1-Sept 30.

Marinette County Historical LoggingMuseumStephenson IslandMarinette, WI 54143715/732-0831www.marinettecountyhistory.orgExcellent exhibits detailing regional logging &maritime history. Open MD-LD Tues-Fri 10am-4pm.

Peshtigo Fire Museum400 Oconto AvePeshtigo, WI 54157715/582-3244www.peshtigochamber.comThe Great Peshtigo Fire of 1871 killed 1200 -the worst forest fire in American history. OpenMD-Oct 8 daily 10am-4pm.

Thorntons Whitewater Rafting Resort &CampgroundW12882 Parkway RdAthelstane, WI 54104715/757-3311www.thorntonsresort.comWhitewater rafting down the Peshtigo River.Open Apr 1-Sept 30.

OCONTO COUNTYBeyer Historic Home & Museum Annex917 Park AveOconto, WI 54153920/834-6206www.ocontocounty.orgA restored and completely refurnished 1880’sQueen Anne mansion. Open June-LD Mon-Sat10am-4pm, Sun noon-4pm.

Copper Culture Museum in WoerrbroeckHouseMill StOconto, WI 54153920/834-6206www.ocontoctyhistsoc.orgSmall, but intriguing museum featuringexhibits of Indian copper culture. Open MD-LDThurs-Sun 11am-4pm.

Copper Culture State ParkMill StreetOconto, WI 54153715/757-3979www.wiparks.netSmall day-use park features 2,000-year-oldIndian burial mounds. Open 6am-11pm.

Holt & Balcolm Logging CampCounty Road FLakewood, WI 54138800/297-4343, 715/276-7769www.ocontocounty.orgBuilt in 1880, it is Wisconsin’s oldest loggingcamp on its original site. Open mid-June to LDSat only 10am-3pm.

Lakewood Rearing Station14865 Hatchery LnLakewood, WI 54138715/276-6066dnr.wi.govRainbow and wild brown trout fish hatchery.Open Mon-Fri 8am-4pm.

Marinette CountyMarinette County in northeastern

Wisconsin is criss-crossed with miles offast-flowing streams and rivers.Consequently, the county is also blessedwith fourteen waterfalls and excellentwhitewater rafting and canoeing.Marinette, the county seat, is the homeof the Marinette County HistoricalMuseum with interesting exhibits detail-ing the area’s rich lumbering and mar-itime history.

The greatest fire disaster in Americanhistory took place seven miles south ofMarinette. On Oct. 8, 1871, a fire stormcompletely destroyed what had been thelogging boom town of Peshtigo, killing1,200 people and burning hundreds ofthousands of acres of forest. When resi-dents rebuilt the town, they preservedthis grim history in the Peshtigo FireMuseum.■ For more information about MarinetteCounty, call 800/236-6681 or log on towww.marinettecounty.com.

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Oconto CountyOconto County offers more than

1,000 square miles of recreational oppor-tunities that extend from Green Bay onthe east to the Nicolet National Forest onthe west. For the angler, the county hasfifty-three lakes with public access andmore than 300 miles of trout streams.Oconto, the county seat, is the site ofCopper Culture Mound Park. Artifactsfrom the 5,000-year-old Indian civiliza-tion that created the mounds can beseen at the Beyer Historic HomeMuseum. Visitors to Oconto can take adifferent step back in time to the area’slogging heyday with a self-guided tourof the town’s Historic Main StreetDistrict. Lakewood, in northern OcontoCounty, preserves its lumbering past atthe Holt & Balcom Logging Camp.■ For more information about Oconto andOconto County, call 888/626-6862; or log onto www.ocontocounty.org. For Lakewood,log on to www.lakewoodareachamber.comor call 715/276-6500.

BEYER HISTORIC HOME AND MUSEUM IN OCONTO.



LANGLADE COUNTYBear Paw Outdoor Adventure ResortN3494 Hwy 55White Lake, WI 54491715/882-3502www.bearpawoutdoors.comOutdoor adventure resort mixing paddling,mountain biking, X-C skiing and snowshoeingwith great food and accommodations. Openyear ‘round; in winter accommodations areopen only for X-C skiers.

Sheldons’, Inc.626 Center StAntigo, WI 54409715/623-2382www.mepps.comHalf-hour guided tours of the plant whereMepps fishing lures are made. Display areashows all 4,000 models. Trophy room. ToursJan-Apr Mon-Thurs at 10:15am & 2pm; May-Dec Mon-Thurs at 9:15am, 10:15am,11:15am, 1:30pm & 2:30pm.

Langlade CountyLanglade County is a near perfect mix

of woods and water. Laced with morethan 700 wilderness lakes, 400 miles ofClass I trout streams, and the fabulouswhitewater of the Wolf River, it’s a placefor kayaks and fly rods. Antigo is thehome of Mepps fishing lures; tours of theplant and a display of all 4,000 modelsare offered at Sheldons’, Inc. To the east,the pristine Wolf River traverses the coun-ty north-to-south. The river is a powerfulmagnet that annually draws thousands ofwhitewater rafters. Several outfitters inthe White Lake area rent all the gear nec-essary for a day of adventure.■ For more information about LangladeCounty call 888/526-4523; or log on towww.antigochamber.com.

Lincoln CountyThe Tomahawk region of northern

Lincoln County is a natural vacation des-tination with lakes, trails and beautifulparks. On display at the log cabinChamber office is a world record-settingBlack Bear and Muskellunge. ExperienceTomahawk naturally – where wwwmeans water, woods and wildlife.

Fifteen miles to the south, Merrill strad-dles the scenic Wisconsin River. Enjoy awalking tour of the city’s historic homedistrict. The Lincoln County Courthouse,the T.B. Scott Library and the city’s threestone-arch bridges are also of interest tohistorians. West of town, Council GroundsState Park is a favorite with water enthusi-asts. To the northeast, the UnderdownRecreation Area trails please mountain bik-ers and cross-country skiers.■ For more information on the Tomahawkarea, call 800/569-2160; or log on towww.gototomahawk.com. For more informa-tion about the Merrill area, call 877/907-2757;or log on to www.merrillchamber.com.


LINCOLN COUNTYCouncil Grounds State ParkN1895 Council Grounds DrMerrill, WI 54452715/536-8773www.wiparks.netCamping, swimming, fishing, boating, naturetrails. Open 6am-11pm with overnight camping.Travel Green certified.

Tomahawk Area Historical Museums18 & 19 E Washington AveTomahawk, WI 54487715/453-2056www.gototomahawk.comLocal history housed in a log cabin museum &1880’s schoolhouse. Open mid-June to AugTues-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm.

Underdown TrailsCopper Lake RoadMerrill, WI 54452715/536-0327www.co.lincoln.wi.us7,000-acre county recreation area with 21miles of bridle, X-C skiing & mountain bikingtrails, plus camping. Open year ‘round, dawnto dusk for seasonal recreation.

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DOOR COUNTYAhnapee State Trail3538 Park DrSturgeon Bay, WI 54235800/498-4888, 920/746-9959www.wiparks.net30-mile, multi-use railbed trail between Cascoand Sturgeon Bay. Open daylight hours, year‘round.

American Folklore Theatre10169 Shore RoadFish Creek, WI 54212920/854-6117www.folkloretheatre.comProfessional musical theatre in an outdooramphitheater (summer), indoors in fall.Performances mid-June thru Oct. Call or visitWeb site for schedule.

Door County Historical Museum18 N 4th AveSturgeon Bay, WI 54235920/743-5809www.sturgeonbay.netDioramas and artifacts detail Door County’shistory. Open daily May-Oct 10am-4:30pm.

Door County Maritime Museum - Gills Rock12724 E Wisconsin Bay RdGills Rock, WI 54210920/854-1844www.dcmm.orgShipbuilding & commercial fishing exhibits,even a fishing tug. Open daily late May thrumid-Oct 10am-5pm.

Door County Maritime Museum –Sturgeon Bay120 N Madison AveSturgeon Bay, WI 54235920/743-5958www.dcmm.org20,000 sq ft of nautical history including arealighthouses and shipbuilding. Open daily10am-5pm.

Door County Trolley9197 Hwy 42Fish Creek, WI 54212920/868-1100www.DoorCountyTrolley.comYear-round tours of Door Co including scenic,lighthouse, ghost & winter tours. Call or visitWeb site for schedule.

Eagle Bluff LighthousePeninsula State ParkFish Creek, WI 54212920/839-2377www.dcmm.org/lighthouses.htmlRestored 1868 lighthouse with guided toursevery half hour. Open mid-May thru mid-June,Sat & Sun only 10am-4pm; then daily mid-June thru-Oct 22 10am-4:30pm.

Jackson Harbor Maritime MuseumJackson Harbor RdWashington Island, WI 54246920/847-2935www.washingtonislandchamber.comMaritime and fishing artifacts, videos and dis-plays. Open daily MD to mid-Oct 10am-4pm.

Door CountyNamed one of the “Top 10 Vacation

Destinations in North America” byMoney Magazine, Door County enchantsover two million visitors each year fromaround the world. With more state parks(5), lighthouses (10) and miles of shore-line (300) than any other county on thegreat lakes, this 75-mile-long peninsulacombines pristine scenery with acclaimedperforming arts, renowned galleries andshops, and pampering accommodations.

Experience the charm and elegance ofthe peninsula’s quaint harbor side andisland communities. Painters, potters andperformers abound throughout the Door,which is known for its nearly 100 gal-leries, museums and performing artstroupes.

The Door has something for everyrecreational taste in every season; sail,golf, fish, bike, swim, camp, hike, ridehorses, paddle sea kayaks, cross-countryski, even scuba dive among 19th centuryshipwrecks. But save time to enjoy lessenergetic pursuits; stroll along the scenicshores, tour a historic lighthouse, pick apail of ripe cherries in July or a basket ofcrunchy apples in September, take in oneof the colorful weekend festivals thatstart in February and run through mid-November.

No trip to the peninsula would becomplete without sampling a DoorCounty fish boil at one of more than adozen local restaurants. A Scandinaviantradition that dates back to the county’slumbering and fishing heydays, a fish boilstarts with steaks of fresh whitefish fromLake Michigan. Onions and potatoes areadded to the kettle, which hangs over anopen wood fire. The fiery “boil over” willsend flames soaring into the air and sig-nals that dinner is ready.■ For more information about Wisconsin’sDoor County Peninsula, from south ofSturgeon Bay to the tip of Rock Island, logon to www.doorcounty.com or call 800/527-3529.

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Jacobsen’s MuseumLittle Lake RdWashington Island, WI 54246920/847-2179www.washingtonislandchamber.comIndian artifacts and local history in a log cabinmuseum. Open daily MD to mid-Oct 10am-4pm.

Kurtz CorralCounty IEgg Harbor, WI 54209800/444-0469, 920/743-6742www.kurtzcorral.comOffering year ‘round wooded trail rides andspecial events. Open daily June-Oct 9am-3pm;Nov-May trail rides at 11am & 1pm.

Newport State Park475 County Road NPEllison Bay, WI 54210920/854-2500www.wiparks.net2,370 acres of forests, 11 miles of LakeMichigan shoreline, 30 miles of hiking trailsand backpack camping. Open 6am-11pm withovernight camping.

Peninsula Players TheatreW4351 Peninsula Players RdFish Creek, WI 54212920/868-3287www.peninsulaplayers.comAmerica’s oldest professional resident summertheater. Performances late June thru mid-Oct,Tues-Sat at 8pm. Call or visit Web site forother times.

Peninsula State Park9462 Shore RdFish Creek, WI 54212-0218920/868-3258www.wiparks.netSpectacular bluffs, cobble stone shoreline, an1860s lighthouse & scenic 18-hole golf coursemake this park a popular camping destination.Open 6am-11pm with overnight camping.Travel Green certified.

Green Bay PackersHall of Fame

Incorporated in the $295 millionrenovation of Lambeau Field in 2003,the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame isa chance to relive the most excitingmoments in Packers history in a state-of-the art sports museum.

Pure Packers adrenaline fills the25,000-square-foot HOF where youcan see, touch and feel more thaneighty years of riveting NFL footballhistory. There are nearly eightyexhibits including three Super Bowltrophies and a re-creation of VinceLombardi’s office. Extensive videos –many of them newly updated – allowthe Packers’ legendary memories tobe lived over and over. See a displayof NFL championship rings, discoverthe origin of the “Lambeau leap,” tryto kick a winning field goal or throwa touchdown.

Located in the Lambeau FieldAtrium, the HOF is complimented bya number of dining, entertainmentand retail options. Curly’s Pub is apopular family restaurant, especiallyduring away games. Curly’s GameZone, on the Atrium’s second level,features more than 50 exciting andinteractive games. Lambeau Field sta-dium tours allow fans to experiencethe Packers’ history-rich facility first-hand and see several behind-the-scenes areas. The two-story PackersPro Shop is a retail mecca offeringeverything a Packers’ fan could want.

Go Pack!

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Plum Loco Animal Farm4431 Plum Bottom RdEgg Harbor, WI 54209920/743-1617www.DoorCounty.comPetting zoo - feed a variety of barnyard andwoodland animals. Open Thur-Tues MD-LD9:30am-4:30pm, closed Wed; LD-Oct Sat &Sun only 9:30am-4:30pm.

Potawatomi State Park3740 County Highway PDSturgeon Bay, WI 54235920/746-2890www.wiparks.netObservation tower, campstore with rentals, cabinfor people with disabilities, nature center, X-C skitrails, boat launch on Lake Michigan. Open6am-11pm with overnight camping. TravelGreen certified.

Rock Island State ParkRock Island, WI 54246920/847-2235www.wiparks.netSecluded Lake Michigan island off the tip ofWisconsin’s thumb accessible by ferry.Primitive, walk-in camping; no wheeled vehi-cles allowed. Accessible by ferryboat MD tomid-Oct. Travel Green certified.

Simon Creek Winery5896 Bochek RdSturgeon Bay, WI 54235920/746-9307www.simoncreekvineyard.comTours and tastings at a modern winery with a30-acre vineyard. Open daily May 15-Oct10am-6pm; Nov-May 14 daily 11am-4pm.

Skyway Drive-In Theater3475 State Road 42Fish Creek, WI 54212920/854-9938www.doorcountydrivein.comOld-fashioned, double-feature fun under thestars. First run movies, radio sound, snack bar.Open nightly June-LD, Sat & Sun only in May,Sept & Oct.

Stone’s Throw Winery3382 County Rd EEgg Harbor, WI 54206877/706-3577, 920/839-9660www.stonesthrowwinery.comWine tasting and marketplace in an 80-year-old stone barn. Open daily 10am-5pm.

The Farm4285 State Road 57 NSturgeon Bay, WI 54235920/743-6666www.thefarmindoorcounty.comLiving museum of rural America with naturetrails & gardens. Open daily May 30-Aug 15,9am-5pm.

Washington Island Ferry LineDetroit HarborWashington Island, WI 54246800/223-2094, 920/847-2546www.wisferry.comDaily carferry & passenger service toWashington Island. Schedule varies with sea-son; check website or call ahead.

Whitefish Dunes State Park3275 Clarks Lake RdSturgeon Bay, WI 54235920/823-2400www.wiparks.netThis Door County park offers a beautiful sandbeach with huge sand dunes and a rockyshoreline. Day use only, no camping. Open6am-11pm with no overnight camping. TravelGreen certified.

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BELOW: HERITAGE HILL STATE PARK IN GREEN BAY.BELOW RIGHT: BAY BEACH AMUSEMENT PARK IN GREEN BAY.

Green BayGreen Bay is Wisconsin’s oldest com-

munity, settled originally by the French asa fur-trading center. Today the city maybe most famous for its namesake GreenBay Packers whose legendary past andpresent can be viewed at the Green BayPackers Hall of Fame at Lambeau Field.Yet, the city’s appeal rests on a blend ofmany more elements that combine smalltown charm with big city excitement. Itsattractions include the performing arts,gambling and one-of-a-kind museums.

For the historically minded, Green Bayis a bonanza. Visit Hazelwood, anauthentically furnished, 1837 Greek-Revival home. Heritage Hill StateHistorical Park groups 25 historic build-ings in four period “villages” dating from1672-1905. The Neville Public Museum isan excellent repository of regional history.South of town, on the Oneida IndianReservation, the cultural history of thisNative American tribe is displayed at theOneida Nation Museum.■ For more information about the Green Bayarea, log on to www.greenbay.com or con-tact the Greater Green Bay CVB at 888/867-3342.


Hazelwood Historic House Museum1008 S Monroe AveGreen Bay, WI 54301920/437-1840www.browncohistoricalsoc.orgRestored 1837 authentically-furnished GreekRevival home. Open Sat & Sun in May noon-4pm; June-Aug, Thurs-Sun noon-4pm.Heritage Hill State Park2640 S Webster AveGreen Bay, WI 54301800/721-5150, 920/448-5150www.heritagehillgb.org25 historic buildings dating from 1672 through1905; costumed interpreters. Open May-Aug,Mon-Sat 10am-4:30pm & Sun noon-4:30pm;in Sept Sat 10am-4:30pm & Sun noon-4:30pm.

Lambeau Field Stadium Tours1265 Lombardi AveGreen Bay, WI 54304888/442-7225, 920/569-7513www.packers.comA behind-the-scenes tour of historic LambeauField. Tours daily; check Web site for times.Mountain Bay State Trail305 E WalnutGreen Bay, WI 54301920/448-4466www.mountain-baytrail.orgWisconsin’s longest multi-use railbed trail (89miles) runs from Green Bay to Wausau. Openyear-round, daylight hours for seasonal hiking,biking, and horseback riding.National Railroad Museum2285 S BroadwayGreen Bay, WI 54304920/437-7623www.nationalrrmuseum.orgAmerica’s oldest and largest railroad museum.Open year-round, Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun11am-5pm. Train ride with admission, May-Sept & weekends in Oct.Neville Public Museum210 Museum PlGreen Bay, WI 54303920/448-4460www.nevillepublicmuseum.orgTwo floors filled with changing history, art andscience exhibits. Open Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat9am-5pm; Wed & Thur 9am-8pm; Sun noon-5pm.NEW Zoo4418 Reforestation RdGreen Bay, WI 54313920/434-7841www.thenewzoo.org43-acre natural zoological park. AZA accredit-ed. Open Apr-Oct 9am-6pm; Nov-Mar 9am-4pm.

Oneida Bingo & Casino2020 Airport Dr # 2100Green Bay, WI 54313800/238-4263, 920/494-4500www.oneidabingoandcasino.netBlackjack tables, bingo, slots and videomachines. Open all day, every day.

Oneida Nation MuseumW892 County Road EEOneida, WI 54155920/869-2768www.oneidanation.orgLargest exhibit of Oneida Nation history, cul-ture and artifacts in the world. Open June-AugTues-Sat 9am-5pm; Sept-May Tues-Fri 9am-5pm. Closed in Jan.

GREEN BAYBarkhausen Waterfowl Preserve2024 Lakeview DrSuamico, WI 54173920/448-4466www.co.brown.wi.us/parksNature center with trails for hiking and X-Cskiing. Interpretive Center open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat & Sun noon-4pm.Bay Beach Amusement Park1313 Bay Beach RdGreen Bay, WI 54302920/448-3365www.ci.green-bay.wi.usGreat for the kids; dozens of inexpensive ridesand play areas. Open daily MD-LD 10am-9pm;Sat & Sun only in May & Sept 10am-6pm.

Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary1660 E Shore DrGreen Bay, WI 54302920/391-3671www.baybeachwildlife.com700-acre urban wildlife refuge with many ani-mals native to Wisconsin, and hands onexhibits. Open Apr 15-Sept 15, 8am-8pm;Sept 16-Apr 14, 8am-5pm.

Foxy Lady II Riverboat Cruises200 Main StGreen Bay, WI 54301920/432-3699www.foxyladycruises.com149-passenger luxury yacht with two indoorsalons, two bars, a full galley, restrooms andtwo open-air decks. 2-hour cruises Tues-Sun,May thru mid-Oct.

Green Bay Botanical Garden2600 Larsen RdGreen Bay, WI 54303920/490-9457www.gbbg.orgFormal flower gardens plus new children’s gar-den with tree house, maze and frog pond.Open May-Sept daily 9am-8pm; Oct-Apr Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.

Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame1265 Lombardi AveGreen Bay, WI 54304888/442-7225, 920/569-7512www.lambeaufield.comExhibits, shows and memorabilia capture thePackers’ legend. Open daily 9am-6pm, exceptfor home games.

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The historic character of this GreatLakes fishing port unfolds during a strollthrough its charming downtown andwaterfront districts. The view fromAlgoma’s beachfront boardwalk includesa century-old red lighthouse at the endof the breakwater. Once a large commer-cial fishing port, Algoma is now home toone of the state’s largest charter fishingfleets. Algoma is also a trailhead for theAhnapee State Trail; an 18-mile sectionruns north to Sturgeon Bay, and a new 9-mile section runs southwest to CascoJunction crossing the Kewaunee River ona wooden bridge. ■ For more information about Algoma, call800/498-4888 or log on to www.algoma.org.

KewauneeGetting away from it all in Kewaunee

means a relaxed walking tour through ahistorical district with more than fortyhouses and buildings listed on theNational Register of Historic Places. Enjoyantiquing, the charm of the city’s lovelyLake Michigan harbor, and a tour of thetugboat “Ludington” which served in theD-Day invasion.■ For more information about Kewaunee,log on to www.kewaunee.org or call800/666-8214.

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ManitowocKnown as Wisconsin’s “Maritime

Capitol,” Manitowoc celebrates its pastand its present as a shipbuilding centerwith fascinating attractions. The largestmaritime museum on the Great Lakes ishere, with displays of everything fromwooden sailing ships to a World War II-era submarine. Charter sport fishingboats sail out of the city’s modern harborand marina. The city is also the homeportof the largest carferry on the GreatLakes, carrying cars and passengers fromManitowoc to Ludington, Michigan andback. The downtown includes a classiccandy store/antique soda fountain.■ For more information about Manitowoc,log on to www.manitowoc.org or call888/867-3342.

Two RiversA strong sense of Lake Michigan’s

vibrant past as a fishing and shippinghub can be found in Two Rivers. Stillactive as a deep-water sport fishing port,Two Rivers captures the spirit of its her-itage in several museum-like attractions.It also takes pride in being the birthplaceof the ice cream sundae – invented herein 1881. For a taste of that frozen treat,stop at the Washington House – partmuseum and part soda fountain. For out-door relaxation and recreation, sweepingsand beaches line the city’s shoreline.■ For more information about Two Rivers,log on to www.two-rivers.org or call800/627-4896.


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KEWAUNEE & ALGOMAC. D. Besadny Anadromous Fish FacilityN3884 Ransom Moore LnKewaunee, WI 54216920/388-1025www.dnr.wi.gov/fish/hatchery/3wafish.htmSteelhead and salmon egg-gathering stationwith fish ladder and observation window. Siteis open daily, dawn to dusk. Building is openMar-Dec, Mon-Fri 8am-4pm.

Kewaunee County Historical Museum and Old Jail613 Dodge StKewaunee, WI 54216920/388-7176www.cityofkewaunee.org/Museum of local and maritime history. Opendaily MD-LD noon-4pm.

The Tugboat “Ludington”Harrison StKewaunee, WI 54216920/388-5000www.cityofkewaunee.org115-foot WWII sea-going tug built in 1943.Served in the D-Day invasion. Open daily MD-LD 10am-6pm.

von Stiehl Winery115 Navarino StAlgoma, WI 54201800/955-5208, 920/487-5208www.vonstiehl.comTour the building; enjoy their Bohemian tastingsalon. Tours daily, May-Oct 9am-5pm. Storehours: Jan-Apr 11am-4pm, May-Oct 9am-5pm, July-Aug 9am-5:30pm, Nov-Dec 11am-5pm.

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MANITOWOCLake Michigan Carferry Service/SS Badger900 S. Lakeview DrManitowoc, WI 54220800/841-4243www.ssbadger.comCross Lake Michigan from Manitowoc toLudington aboard the 410’ S.S. BADGER. Shipcarries vehicles and passengers. Carferry runsdaily mid-May thru mid-Oct, with two sail-ings/day June 1-Sept 1. One-way trip takes 4hours.

Lincoln Park Zoo1215 N 8th StManitowoc, WI 54220920/683-4685www.manitowoc.infoFish, birds and mammals native to Wisconsin.Park & picnic facilities. Open MD-LD Mon-Sat7am-7pm, Sun 10am-7pm; LD-MD Mon-Sat7am-3pm.

Mishicot Historical Museum & Resource CenterCorner of Randolph & Rockway StreetMishicot, WI 54228920/755-3411www.mishicot.orgPioneer Mishicot history housed in an 1873two-room schoolhouse built in 1873. OpenMD-Oct Sat & Sun noon-4pm, plus Wed 6-9pm June-Aug.

Pinecrest Historical Village924 Pine Crest LaneManitowoc, WI 54220920/684-5110www.mchistsoc.org/pinecrest.htmLiving history museum with 25 historic build-ings. Open daily May 1-Oct 24, 9am-4pm.

Rahr West Art Museum610 N 8th StManitowoc, WI 54220920/683-4501www.rahrwestartmuseum.orgFine art museum in an 1891 Victorian man-sion. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Wed ‘til 8pm,Sat & Sun 11am-4pm.

The Old School315 Elizabeth StMishicot, WI 54228920/755-4560www.theoldschoolgifts.comDisplays of Norman Rockwell prints, alongwith crafts & collectibles. Open Mon-Sat10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm.

West of the Lake Gardens915 Memorial DrManitowoc, WI 54220920/684-8506www.westofthelake.orgSix acres of rose, Japanese, sunken & formalgardens overlooking Lake Michigan. Openmid-May to mid-Oct, 10am-5pm daily; closedwhen raining.

Wisconsin Maritime Museum75 Maritime DrManitowoc, WI 54220866/724-2356, 920/684-0218www.wisconsinmaritime.orgMaritime museum with huge dioramas, modelship gallery, and a WWII submarine, the USSCobia. Open daily MD-LD 9am-6pm; LD-MD9am-5pm.

TWO RIVERSHamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum1619 Jefferson StTwo Rivers, WI 54241920/794-6272www.woodtype.orgDisplays 1.5 million pieces of wooden type andtype-making equipment. Open May-Oct, Mon-Sat9am-5pm & Sun 1-5pm; Nov-April, daily 1-5pm.

Historic Washington House1622 Jefferson StTwo Rivers, WI 54241920/793-2490www.manitowoc.info1850s inn with visitor center, 6-room museum,and an operating, old-fashioned ice cream par-lor. Open daily May-Sept 9am-9pm; Oct-April9am-5pm.

Point Beach State Forest9400 County Road OTwo Rivers, WI 54241888/947-2757, 920/794-7480www.wiparks.netCamping, wind surfing, swimming, 5 miles ofsandy beach, and the 113’ Rawley PointLighthouse. Open 6am-11pm.

Rogers Street Fishing Village2102 Jackson StTwo Rivers, WI 54241920/793-5905www.rogersstreet.comFive historic buildings chronicle commercial fish-ing on Lake Michigan. Lighthouse, shipwreck &lifesaving exhibits. Open MD to mid-Oct, Mon-Fri10am-4pm, Sat & Sun noon-4pm.

Two Rivers Historic Farm Museum1701 12th StreetTwo Rivers, WI 54241920/553-4001Honors the Wisconsin dairy farmer by display-ing farming equipment fifty years and older.Open MD to mid-Oct, Mon-Sat 10am-4pm,Sun 1-4pm.

Two Rivers History Museum1810 Jefferson StTwo Rivers, WI 54241920/793-1103www.manitowoc.infoFormer convent, now a museum of local histo-ry. Open daily 10am-4pm.

Woodland Dunes Nature Center3000 Hawthorne Ave.Two Rivers, WI 54241920/793-4007www.woodlanddunes.comNature preserve with exhibits, hiking trails & anature center. Center open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm,Sat 9-11am. Trails open daylight hours.

S.S. Badger: LakeMichigan Car Ferry

At 410’, the S.S. Badger is thelargest car ferry on the Great Lakes.Built in 1953 in Sturgeon Bay,Wisconsin to carry railroad cars, she isthe only coal-fired steamship in regu-lar service in the United States.

Today, the Badger takes passen-gers, autos, RVs, tour buses, motorcy-cles, bicycles, and commercial trucksacross Lake Michigan betweenLudington, Michigan and Manitowoc,Wisconsin. The relaxing four-hour, 60-mile, “Big Ship, More Fun!” cruisesails daily from mid-May throughmid-October.

The S.S. Badger has provided asafe, fun, and reliable shortcut acrossthe lake for more than fifty years.Offering the best value in cross-laketravel, passenger amenities includespacious outside decks, free movies,Badger Bingo and other interactiveentertainment, a buffet-style diningroom, snack bar, video arcade, kids’playroom, private staterooms, fullcocktail service, free satellite televi-sion, and a gift shop.

The S.S. Badger is a national trea-sure and a registered State ofWisconsin Historic Site, offering acruise experience that links us to anearlier time when a sea voyage wasthe ultimate travel and vacationadventure. Blending tradition withinnovation, the Badger affords a rareopportunity to take a step back intothe past on a journey that’s as impor-tant as the destination.


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urban area known as the Fox Cities;eighteen communities along the FoxRiver and Lake Winnebago that boomedin the early 20th century producingpaper products. Today, the area is hometo a large regional mall and many gal-leries, antique and specialty shops.Appleton was the hometown of HarryHoudini. It is also the location of theworld’s first home lighted by a centralhydroelectric station, now the elegantHearthstone Historic House Museum.The Building for Kids is one of the largestchildren’s museums in the Midwest. FoxCities Stadium is home to the WisconsinTimber Rattlers, a Class A affiliate of theMilwaukee Brewers.

In nearby New London, the MosquitoHill Nature Center borders the Wolf River.Don’t let the name fool you; the center ismore about butterflies than mosquitoes.In July and August the center’s uniqueButterfly House features hundreds of liveWisconsin butterflies in a large screenedenclosure filled with native plants.■ For more information about Appleton, log on to www.foxcities.org or call 800/236-6673. For information about the NewLondon area, call 920/982-5822; or log on to www.newlondonwi.org.

KaukaunaThis pleasant Fox River community, a

few miles north of Appleton, encompass-es several interesting stops. The river’snatural beauty is a soothing backdrop forall of them. The 1000 IslandEnvironmental Center is a 240-acre pre-serve whose miles of boardwalk trailsprovide access for all. The facility harborsa herd of Whitetail deer, with a largeindoor display of North American, Asianand African mounted animals. Nearby,the Wisconsin International Raceway’soval track and quarter-mile drag striphave challenged the region’s top racers,including the legendary Dick Trickle.■ For more information about Kaukauna, call800/236-6673; or log on towww.foxcities.org.

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APPLETON, NEW LONDON & KAUKAUNAFox River Mall4301 W Wisconsin AveAppleton, WI 54913920/739-4100www.foxrivermall.comThe largest shopping mall in Wisconsin with180 stores. Open Mon-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat9am-9pm, Sun 11am-7pm.

Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve4815 N Lynndale DrAppleton, WI 54913920/731-6041www.bubolzpreserve.org775-acre preserve with nature center, hiking &X-C ski trails, and wildlife watching. NatureCenter open Tues-Fri 8am-4:30pm, Sat 11am-4:30pm, Sun 12:30-4:30pm.Hearthstone Historic House Museum625 W Prospect AveAppleton, WI 54911920/730-8204www.hearthstonemuseum.orgLocal history displayed in a Victorian mansion;first home in the world lit by a central hydro-electric power plant. Open Tues-Fri 10am-3:30pm, Sat 11am-:30pm. Tours on the hour& half-hour.

The Building for Kids100 W College AveAppleton, WI 54911920/734-3226www.buildingforkids.orgTwo floors and 30,000 sq ft of fun for kids!Tree forts, climbing nets, water play area,hands on art & science projects. Open Tues-Fri9am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm.

The History Museum at the Castle330 E College AveAppleton, WI 54911920/735-9370www.myhistorymuseum.orgLarge collection of Houdini memorabilia, aswell as exhibits on local industry & history.Open Tues-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun noon-4pm.June-Aug also open 10am-4pm on Mon.

Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Baseball2400 N Casaloma DrAppleton, WI 54913800/WI-TIMBER, 920/733-4152www.timberrattlers.comClass A baseball team affiliated with theMilwaukee Brewers. Home games scheduledApr 9-Sep 4. Visit Web site for game dates.

Mosquito Hill Nature CenterN3880 Rogers Rd.New London, WI 54961920/779-6433www.co.outagamie.wi.usNature center and hiking trails. Trails opendaily during daylight hours. Center open Tues-Fri 8am-4:30pm, Sat & Sun 10am-3pm.

1000 Islands Environmental Center1000 Beaulieu CtKaukauna, WI 54130920/766-47331000islandsenvironmentalcenter.com300-acre refuge with nature center, 300 speci-mens of birds & animals, nature trails. OpenMon-Fri 8am-4pm, Sat & Sun 10am-3:30pm.

Wisconsin International RacewayW1460 County Road KKKaukauna, WI 54130920/766-5577www.wisconsininternationalraceway.netMulti-feature motorsports facility with stockcar, dragster & motorcycle racing. Home of theRed, White & Blue series. Racing mid-Apr thruSep. Check Web site for dates and times.



Neenah & MenashaQuaint downtowns and beautiful

waterfronts along the Fox River and LakeWinnebago are the stars of these historiccommunities. Gracious homes built byturn-of-the-century paper barons arescattered throughout these cities. Pointsof interest include the Bergstrom-MahlerArt Museum, Barlow Planetarium andWeis Earth Science Museum.■ For more information about Neenah andMenasha, call 800/236-6673; or log on towww.foxcities.org.

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NEENAH & MENASHABarlow Planetarium1478 Midway RdMenasha, WI 54952920/832-2848www.fox.uwc.edu/barlowWorld-class planetarium with dynamic galaxyshows and special effects. Shows year-roundThur-Sat. Check Web site for times.

Bergstrom-Mahler Museum165 N Park AveNeenah, WI 54956920/751-4658www.bergstrom-mahlermuseum.comSpectacular collection of glass paperweightsand Germanic glass. Open Tues-Fri 10am-4:30pm, Sat 10am-4:30pm, Sun 1-4:30pm.

Heckrodt Wetland Reserve1305 Plank RdMenasha, WI 54952920/720-9349www.heckrodtwetland.com60-acre nature preserve with elevated board-walks. Trails open year-round 6am-9pm daily;Nature Center open Tues-Fri 8am-4:30pm, Sat& Sun 11am-4pm.

Weis Earth Science Museum1478 Midway RdMenasha, WI 54952920/832-2925www.weismuseum.orgThe official mineralogical museum ofWisconsin; interactive exhibits tell the story ofthe state’s geology as well as its mineral andmining heritage. Open Wed & Thur noon-4pm, Fri noon-7pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm.

HoudiniThe History Museum at the Castle

gathers, interprets, and exhibitsinformation related to the life andcareer of Harry Houdini, who claimedAppleton, Wisconsin as his home-town. The A.K.A. Houdini exhibit letsyou experience some of HarryHoudini’s tricks and escapes throughhands-on activities. It’s great fun forthe whole family.

Actually, Houdini lied about hisplace of birth. He was not born inAppleton; his real birthplace wasBudapest, Hungary. Born EhrichWeiss, he came to America as a four-year-old boy in 1878. His father,Mayer Samuel Weiss, moved the fam-ily to Appleton to take a job as thecommunity’s first rabbi.

Houdini lived in Appleton for onlyfour years. As a teenager, he and afriend, Jacob Hyman, began perform-ing magic as the Houdini Brothers.They named themselves after theiridol, the popular French magicianRobert-Houdin. In 1913, Ehrich Weissmade Harry Houdini his legal name.He went on to become the world’spremier escape artist and showman.His escapes were legendary, becom-ing progressively more baffling anddangerous. Houdini died in 1926 atthe age of 52 following surgery torepair a ruptured appendix.

Since it opened in 1989, theHoudini exhibit at the museum haswelcomed visitors from all 50 statesand 35 foreign countries.


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The EAA AirVenture Museum inOshkosh is one of the most extensiveaviation attractions in the world, ayear-round destination for the entirefamily and the home of theExperimental Aircraft Association.

Founded in Milwaukee in 1953 byPaul Poberezny, the EAA began witha handful of home-built aviationenthusiasts gathered to talk flying inhis basement. Today, the EAA’s head-quarters and museum complex inOshkosh covers 500 acres and serves170,000 members worldwide. Itsannual convention – EAA AirVentureOshkosh – is the world’s largest avia-tion event attracting 500,000 aviationenthusiasts, 10,000 airplanes, and2,500 show planes each summer.

As you explore the EAA AirVentureMuseum’s world-class displays andgalleries, you’ll marvel at the aviationinnovations in its collection of morethan 200 historic airplanes. Spendtime in one of the museum’s fivemovie theaters, including the new HDSkyscape Theater. Take a ride in a vin-tage airplane at Pioneer Airport – areal working aerodrome right out ofthe “golden age” of aviation. Witnessa piece of history in the EagleHangar, the museum’s tribute toWorld War II aviation. Bring the fami-ly for “hands on” fun in KidVentureGallery, an exciting interactive galleryfor kids of all ages.

The EAA AirVenture Museum -where your imagination can takeflight.

EASTERN WATERSO R I G I N A LOshkosh

Oshkosh is a picturesque communityon the western shore of LakeWinnebago. Well-preserved historicbuildings and a state university contributeto a small town, homey character. Butthere is big-city appeal as well: world-class museums in restored mansions, per-forming arts, first-rate dining and lodgingand specialty shopping. Oshkosh is hometo the world’s largest aviation event,“EAA AirVenture” attracting more than700,000 spectators from 70 countrieseach year. Oshkosh is also home to oneof the nation’s largest country music fes-tivals, “Country USA” attracting morethan 155,000 fans annually.■ For more information about Oshkosh, logon to www.oshkoshcvb.org or call 877/303-9200.


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OSHKOSHEAA AirVenture Museum3000 Poberezny RdOshkosh, WI 54902920/426-4818www.airventuremuseum.orgMore than 80 full-size historic civilian & mili-tary aircraft, plus plane rides aboard a 1929Ford Tri-Motor. Open Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm,Sun 10am-5pm.

Grand Opera House100 High AveOshkosh, WI 54901920/424-2355www.grandoperahouse.org Built in 1883 and restored in the 1980s, thisintimate European-style theater featuresVictorian décor including velvet seats and mar-ble fireplaces. Visit Web site for performanceschedule.

Menominee Park, Zoo & Little OshkoshPlaygroundHazel Street And Merritt AvenueOshkosh, WI 54901920/236-5080www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/zoo/zoo.htm8-acre zoo in 106-acre park displays 30-50 ani-mals each summer season. Open daily May-Sep 9am-7:30pm.

Oshkosh Public Museum1331 Algoma BlvdOshkosh, WI 54901920/236-5799www.oshkoshmuseum.orgExhibits of regional and natural history, plusthe fabulous 1895 Apostles’ Clock. Open Tues-Sat 10am-4:30pm, Sun 1-4:30pm.

Paine Art Center and Gardens1410 Algoma BlvdOshkosh, WI 54901920/235-6903www.thepaine.orgPeriod rooms and traveling art exhibits in aTudor Revival mansion with seasonal gardens.Open Tues-Sun 11am-4pm.

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Calumet CountyCliffs, caves and plenty of color are

what make Calumet County a naturelover’s paradise. Located on the easternshore of Lake Winnebago, CalumetCounty is a beautiful landscape of rollingfarms broken by panoramic limestonecliffs and wetlands teeming with wildlife.Friendly small towns and eco-tourismbring travelers back again and again.

Camp atop the bluffs at High CliffState Park or Calumet County Park, bothoffering terrific lakeside views. Boatingand fishing on Lake Winnebago are pop-ular activities with access to the big lakeeasy via four harbors and eight publicboat landings. Explore underground cav-erns at Ledgeview Nature Center inChilton or learn more about wildlife atthe Brillion Nature Center.■ For more information about CalumetCounty, log on to www.travelcalumet.com orcall 920/849-1493, ext. 790 (Mon-Fri).

Fond du LacLocated at the base of Lake

Winnebago, Fond du Lac (French for “farend of the lake”) goes out of its way tointroduce visitors to its many charms.View the Niagara Escarpment and beauti-ful shoreline of Wisconsin’s largest lakefrom the Lakeside Spirit, LakeWinnebago’s only excursion craft. Enjoy400-acre Lakeside Park and climb to thetop of the lookout lighthouse, or ride theantique carousel. History thrives at theGalloway House and Village complex of30 buildings including the BlakelyMuseum. Recreation abounds through-out the county with miles of hiking andbiking trails, challenging golf courses,and more. Exotic animals reside at VillaLoretto, a nursing home run by nuns.

A few miles to the southeast, thestriking glacial legacy of the northernunit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest isdetailed at the Henry S. Ruess Ice AgeVisitor Center near Campbellsport.■ For more information about the Fond duLac area, log on to www.fdl.com or call800/937-9123.


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FOND DU LACChildren’s Museum51 Sheboygan StFond du Lac, WI 54935920/929-0707www.childrensmuseumfdl.orgInteractive environment where children con-nect with people, places and things in theirworld. Open Wed & Fri 9am-5pm, Thur 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 10am-3pm.

Galloway House & Village336 Old Pioneer RdFond du Lac, WI 54935920/922-1166www.fdl.com/history/galloway.imlRestored 30-room Victorian mansion set in acomplex of 30 other historic buildings. Opendaily MD-LD 10am-4pm, plus Sept weekends.

Kristmas Kringle Shoppe1330 S Main StFond du Lac, WI 54935800/721-2525, 920/922-3900www.kristmaskringle.comTwo floors of Christmas collectibles, animatedfigures & imported ornaments. Open Jan-Oct,Mon-Thur & Sat 9am-6pm, Fri 9am-8pm, Sun10am-5pm; Nov-Dec Mon, Tues & Sat 9am-6pm, Wed-Fri 9am-8pm, Sun 10am-5pm.

Lakeside Park & LighthouseNorth End Of Main StFond du Lac, WI 54935800/937-9123, 920/929-2950www.fdl.comLighthouse, carousel, miniature train, bumperboats, year-round deer park. Park open 8am-dusk. Rides operate MD-LD, Mon-Sat11:30am-8pm, Sun 10am-8pm.

Lakeside Spirit171 S Pioneer RdFond du Lac, WI 54935800/937-9123, 920/923-3010www.lakesidespirit.comThis 49-passenger, 63-foot-long power launchis Lake Winnebago’s only excursion craft.Cruises MD-Sept; call or visit Website forschedule.

St. Paul’s Cathedral Tours51 W Division StFond du Lac, WI 54935920/921-3363www.fdl.comMagnificent collection of forty German &American woodcarvings. Tours by appointmentonly.

CALUMET COUNTYCalumet County ParkN6150 County Road EEHilbert, WI 54129920/439-1008www.co.calumet.wi.us200-acre park on the shores of LakeWinnebago with camping & boating summers,tubing & X-C skiing in winter. Open year-round; in summer office hours are 9am-9pmdaily. In winter tubing hill open Sat & Sun11am-4pm during periods of sustainablesnow.

High Cliff State ParkN7630 State Park RdSherwood, WI 54169920/989-1106www.wiparks.netCamp atop the park’s 200-foot bluffs.Swimming, boating, hiking & nature trails.Open 6am-11pm with overnight camping.Travel Green certified.

Ledge View Nature CenterW2348 Short RdChilton, WI 53014920/849-7094www.co.calumet.wi.us100-acre preserve with nature center, trails,observation tower, and cave tours late May-Nov. Park open dawn to dusk; nature centeropen Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm, Sat & Sun 10am-4:30pm. Check Web site for cave tour sched-ule.



Sheboygan & Kohler

Located on the shores of LakeMichigan, Sheboygan offers an alluringmix of sandy beaches, historic B&Bs, lux-urious spas, and the majestic Blue HarborResort and Conference Center. Visitorscan explore three unique shopping areas– the South Pier Peninsula, the RiverfrontShanty Shops on the Boardwalk, anddowntown Sheboygan. The city is hometo the magnificently refurbished 1920’sStefanie Weill Center for the PerformingArts, as well as the John Michael KohlerArts Center, nationally recognized for itscollections of folk and vernacular art.

The Sheboygan/Kohler area isWisconsin’s premier golf destination.Whistling Straits, host to the 2004 PGAChampionship and 2007 US SeniorOpen, and Black Wolf Run are both partof the five-diamond American Club com-plex. Coupled with the new JackNicklaus-designed The Bull at PinehurstFarms in nearby Sheboygan Falls, thesecourses offer 90 holes of spectacular golf.■ For more information about Sheboygan,log on to www.visitsheboygan.com or call800/689-0290. For Kohler, log on towww.destinationkohler.com.

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SHEBOYGAN & KOHLERAbove & Beyond Children’s Museum902 N 8th StSheboygan, WI 53081920/458-4263www.abkids.orgHands-on fun for kids with a tree house,Skycrawl, computer lab, pin screen and more.Open MD-LD Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-3pm.

Blue Harbor Resort & Conference Center725 Blue Harbor DrSheboygan, WI 53081866/701-2583, 920/452-2900www.blueharborresort.com182 family suites, plus a 54,000 sq. ft. enter-tainment area and indoor waterpark. Callahead for waterpark schedule.

John Michael Kohler Arts Center608 New York AveSheboygan, WI 53081920/458-6144www.jmkac.orgContemporary art gallery & performing artcenter. Open Mon-Wed-Fri 10am-5pm, Tues &Thur 10am-8pm, Sat & Sun 10am-4pm.

Kohler Company Factory Tours101 Upper RdKohler, WI 53044920/457-3699www.kohlerco.comTours of the nation’s leading manufacturer ofplumbing products. Fascinating. Tours Mon-Friat 8:30am. Reservations required.

Kohler Design Center101 Upper RdKohler, WI 53044920/457-3699www.kohlerco.comKohler Co. designer bath products displayed inimaginative settings. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm,Sat & Sun 10am-4pm.

Kohler-Andrae State Park1020 Beach Park LnSheboygan, WI 53081888/947-2757, 920/451-4080www.wiparks.net924-acre park on the shore of Lake Michiganwith wooded campsites and 2.5 miles of sandybeach. Open daily 6am-11pm with overnightcamping. Travel Green certified.

Old Plank Road Trail712 Riverfront Dr Ste 101Sheboygan, WI 53081920/459-3060www.sheboygan.org17 miles of multi-purpose fun on a side-by-side asphalt or turf trail. Open year-round, day-light hours for seasonal hiking, biking, X-C ski-ing and snowmobiling.

Sheboygan County Historical Museum3110 Erie AveSheboygan, WI 53081920/458-1103www.sheboygan.orgComplex of four historic buildings displayingthe area’s rich Indian, maritime and agriculturalhistory. Open Apr-Oct, Mon-Fri 10am-5pm.

Stefanie H Weill Center826 N 8th StSheboygan, WI 53081920/208-3243www.weillcenter.comTour this 1,100-seat theatre restored to its1928 grandeur. Tours by appointment only.Call or visit Web site for performance sched-ule.

The American Club - “Destination Kohler”419 Highland DrKohler, WI 53044800/344-2838, 920/457-8000www.destinationkohler.comHistoric and grand, the only AAA FiveDiamond resort hotel in the Midwest. Top-flight golf and the award-winning KohlerWaters Spa. Open year ‘round.

The Fieldhouse at South Pier802 Blue Harbor DrSheboygan, WI 53081920/694-0321www.spikesbar.comIndoor family activity center featuring mini-golf, rock climbing, laser tag, and battingcages. Open Mon & Tues 5pm-mid, Wed &Sun 11am-mid, Thurs 3pm-close, Fri & Sat11am-close.

Leave No Trace. As you travel,be sure to recycle all cans, bottles,paper and plastics.

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Sheboygan CountySheboygan County is a wonderful mix

of small-town Wisconsin.Visitors to downtown Sheboygan Falls

will enjoy walking tours of the city’s twohistoric districts. More than fifty buildingsfrom the 1800s have been restored, mak-ing the city a “Great American MainStreet.” Sheboygan Falls is also home toThe Bull at Pinehurst Farms, a nationallyacclaimed Jack Nicklaus Signature GolfCourse set in picturesque rolling farm-lands.

Legendary Elkhart Lake maintains thecharm of an 1800’s resort destinationwhile offering the finest accommodationsfrom cozy B&Bs to three distinctive lake-side resorts. Flanking the northern end ofthe Kettle Moraine State Forest, visitorscan relax along the shores of the pristinelake, luxuriate at a world-class spa, orenjoy gourmet cuisine. For more excitingfare, you’ll find 27 holes of challenginggolf, or top international motorsportsracing at Road America.

To the east, Plymouth’s historic down-town is a treasure of antique shops, finedining and quality accommodations. ThePlymouth Center houses the city’s per-forming and visual arts center, while thePlymouth historical Museum featuresexhibits of the city’s storied past.Plymouth is also one of four trailheads onthe county’s exceptional Old Plank RoadTrail.■ For more information about SheboyganCounty, call 800/457-9497 or log on towww.visitsheboygancounty.com.


SHEBOYGAN COUNTYAspira Spa101 Osthoff AveElkhart Lake, WI 53020877/772-2070www.aspiraspa.comServices include specialized body treatments,chromatherapy and Vichy shower treatments,specialty facials, massages & salon services.Open daily.

Elkhart Lake Depot Museum104 S Lake StElkhart Lake, WI 53020920/876-2922www.elkhartlake.comLocal history museum and visitor informationcenter located in a 100-year-old railway depot.Open MD-LD, call for times.Henry S. Reuss Ice Age Visitor CenterN1765 County Road GCampbellsport, WI 53010920/533-8322www.dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/kmn/iac.htmlForest visitor information, interpretive displays,20-minute Ice Age film. Open Apr-Oct; Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm, Sat & Sun 9:30am-5pm. Callfor winter hours.Henschel’s Museum of Indian HistoryN8661 Holstein RdElkhart Lake, WI 53020920/876-3193www.elkhartlake.comOver the years, the Henschel Farm has yieldeda large collection of Native American artifacts.Open MD-LD, Tues-Sat 1pm-5pm.

Kettle Moraine State Forest - NorthernUnitN1765 County Road GCampbellsport, WI 53010262/626-2116www.wiparks.net29,000-acre forest with rolling hills & serenelakes. Biking, hiking, camping & water sports.Open daily, 6am-11pm with overnight camping.

L’ecole de la Maison at the Osthoff Resort101 Osthoff AvenueElkhart Lake, WI 53020800/876-3399, 920/876-3366www.cookingschoolatosthoff.comWorkshops, weekend, single and multi-daycourses in French & Italian cooking, wines,pastries and chocolate desserts. Call or visitwebsite for schedule.

Plymouth Arts Foundation/Plymouth ArtsCenter520 East Mill StPlymouth, WI 53073920/892-8409www.plymoutharts.orgVisual and performing arts center that includesGallery 110 North. Gallery open Tues-Satnoon-4pm, Sun 1-4pm. Call or visit Web sitefor performance schedule.

Plymouth Historical Museum420 E Mill StPlymouth, WI 53073920/892-6228www.plymouthhistoricalsociety.comLocal history including Native American, mili-tary, blacksmith shop & fire department. Opensummer Thur-Sun 10am-2pm; winter Fri & Sat10am-2pm.

Road America, Inc.N7390 State Road 67Elkhart Lake, WI 53020800/365-7223www.roadamerica.comOne of the top motor sports race tracks in thecountry. Visit web site for specific events. Toursby appointment.

Wade HouseW7824 Center RoadGreenbush, WI 53026920/526-3271www.wadehouse.org1860s stagecoach inn, plus one of the coun-try’s best collections of horse-drawn carriages.Open daily mid-May thru mid-Oct, 10am-5pm.

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Shawano &MenomineeCounties

Thirty minutes west of Green Bay,Shawano & Menominee Counties are afour-season recreational playground. At6,000 acres, Shawano Lake attracts thewater enthusiast. Nearby, the pristineWolf River offers fly fishing as well aswhitewater kayaking and canoeing.Hikers, bikers and horseback riders enjoythe Mountain-Bay and Wiouwash StateTrails. In winter, snowmobilers ride 300miles of county trails. Antique shops, golfcourses and three area casinos round outthe recreational opportunities. Home tothe Menominee Indian Tribe, theStockbridge-Munsee Band of MohicanIndians, and an Amish community, thearea is rich in history and culture.■ For more information about Shawano andMenominee Counties call 800/235-8528 or logon to www.shawanocountry.com.

Waupaca & Chain O’ Lakes

With terrific water resources and time-less charm, the Waupaca area draws visi-tors in all seasons. The Crystal River andfamous Chain O’ Lakes, a string of 22spring-fed, pristine lakes, offer an idealsetting for water activities of all sorts.Hartman Creek State Park, two segmentsof the Ice Age Trail, and the unique RiverRidge Trail await the camper and hiker.Fantastic golf, great parks and beaches,ample shopping, and a variety of otherdiversions make every visit special.■ For more information about Waupaca, logon to www.waupacaareachamber.com or call888/417-4040.


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WAUPACA & CHAIN O’ LAKESClear Water Harbor/Chief WaupacaN2757 County Road QQWaupaca, WI 54981715/258-2866www.clearwaterharbor.comLake cruises aboard a sternwheeler or motorlaunch “Lady of the Lakes”. Operating mid-May thru Oct. Phone or visit Web site forschedule.

Ding’s Dock/Crystal River Canoe TripsE1171 County Road QWaupaca, WI 54981715/258-2612www.dingsdock.comFloat trips and easy paddles down the CrystalRiver. Operating daily MD-LD; May 1-MD &LD-Sept 30 by reservation only.

Hartman Creek State ParkN2480 Hartman Creek RdWaupaca, WI 54981888/947-2757, 715/258-2372www.wiparks.netCamping, fishing, canoeing, swimming, hiking,horse trails & X-C skiing. Open 6am-11pmwith overnight camping. Travel Green certified.

SHAWANO & MENOMINEECOUNTIESArvid E Miller Library MuseumN8510 Moh-He-Con-Nuck RdBowler, WI 54416715/793-4270www.mohican.comTribal archives include artifacts, rare tribal pho-tos and documents. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

Heritage Park Museum524 N Franklin StShawano, WI 54166715/526-3323www.shawanocountry.comRestored country schoolhouse and log cabin;dairy artifacts. Tours June-Aug Thurs & Sat1:30-4:30pm.

Menominee Casino, Bingo, Hotel &CampgroundHighway 47/55Keshena, WI 54135800/343-7778, 715/799-3600www.menomineecasinoresort.comBlackjack, slots, bingo, poker, hotel & confer-ence center. Open 24/7.

Menominee Logging MuseumState Road 47 & County Road VVKeshena, WI 54135715/799-3757www.menominee-nsn.govThe largest collection of logging artifacts(20,000) in the world. Open mid-May to mid-Oct, Tues-Sat 9am-3pm.

Mohican North Star Casino & BingoW12180 County Road ABowler, WI 54416800/775-2274www.mohicannorthstar.comBlackjack, slots & bingo. Casino open Sun-Thur8am-2am, Fri & Sat 24 hours. Bingo Sun at1:30pm; Mon, Wed, Thur & Fri at 5:30pm.

Navarino Wildlife Area & Nature CenterW5646 Lindsten RdShiocton, WI 54170715/758-6999www.navarino.org20 sq. mile wetland with nature center, hiking,birding, & X-C ski trails. Center open Mon 1-4:30pm, Tues-Fri 8am-4:30pm, Sat 8am-3pm.

Walls of WittenbergDowntownWittenberg, WI 54499715/253-3525www.wallsofwittenberg.comEight stunning murals, professionally paintedon local buildings, depict the city’s heritage.

Wiouwash State Trail311 N Main StShawano, WI 54166715/526-6766www.wiparks.net16-mile multi-use railbed trail from Tigerton toBirnamwood in Shawano Co. Open daylighthours.As you travel, be sure to recycle

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WausauWausau positions itself as the best

place in Wisconsin to play in the snow.Rib Mountain State Park is home to theGranite Peak Ski Area offering 74 runs,7 new chairlifts, and state-of-the-artsnowmaking. The Nine Mile Forest is apremiere cross-country skiing facility with33km of groomed trails including lightedtrails for nighttime skiing. Sylvan Hill ishome to the longest tubing hill in thestate with six runs, two towlines, and acomfortable chalet. Nearby you cansnowshoe the Ice Age Trail or explore750+ miles of snowmobile trails.Complimenting the city’s Northwoodsfeel is a world-class whitewater kayakcourse, a thriving arts community, and abrick-paved River District with specialtystores, restaurants, and attractions.■ For more information about the area, logon to www.visitwausau.com or contact theWausau/Central Wisconsin Convention &Visitor’s Bureau at 888/948-4748.

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WAUSAUCenter for the Visual Arts427 N 4th StWausau, WI 54403715/842-4545www.cvawausau.orgExhibits the artwork of regional artists. OpenTues-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat & Sun noon-4pm.

Grand Theater on Artsblock401 N 4th StWausau, WI 54403888/239-0421, 715/842-0988www.onartsblock.orgRestored 1927 theater, now a performing artscenter. Call or check Web site for schedule.

Granite Peak Ski Area3605 N Mountain RdWausau, WI 54402715/845-2846www.skigranitepeak.comOne of the Midwest’s top downhill and snow-boarding areas; 700-ft vertical drop, 74 runs,hi-speed chairlifts and a new chalet. OpenThanksgiving thru early April, daily 9am-9pm.


Hsu’s Ginseng EnterprisesT6819 County Rd WWausau, WI 54403800/826-1577, 715/675-2325www.hsuginseng.comGift shop offering a variety of ginseng-relateditems. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

Rib Mountain State Park4200 Park RdWausau, WI 54401888/947-2757, 715/842-2522www.wiparks.net1,172-acre park with camping, hiking, andspectacular scenic overlooks. Open 6am-11pm.

The Yawkey House Museum403 McIndoe StWausau, WI 54403715/842-5750www.marathoncountyhistory.comBeautiful Victorian home of former lumberbaron Cyrus Yawkey. Model railroad display.Open Tues-Thurs 9am-4:30pm, Sat-Sun 1-4:30pm.

Woodson Art Museum700 N 12th StWausau, WI 54403715/845-7010www.lywam.orgExhibits its collections of art of the naturalworld, with an emphasis on birds. Open Tues-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat & Sun noon-5pm.

STEVENS POINTGreen Circle State Trail1903 County Road YStevens Point, WI 54481715/346-1433www.co.portage.wi.us30-mile bike trail linking scenic areas along theWisconsin & Plover Rivers. Open daylight hours.

ReNew the Earth Institute7558 Deer RoadCuster, WI 54423715/592-6595www.the-mrea.orgTours demonstrate wind and solar technolo-gies as well as energy-conscious constructiontechniques. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm; tours at1pm. Travel Green certified.

Schmeeckle Reserve/ Conservation Hall of Fame2419 North Point DrStevens Point, WI 54481800/236-4636, 715/346-4992www.uwsp.edu/cnr/schmeeckleVisitors Center houses the WisconsinConservation Hall of Fame. Center opendaily 8am-5pm, year-round.

SentryWorld Sports Center601 N Michigan AveStevens Point, WI 54481866/479-6753, 715/345-1600www.sentryworld.comIncludes tennis complex and 18-hole world-class golf course. Golf in season Mon-Fri7:30am-8:30pm, Sat & Sun 7:30am-6pm.Restaurant and tennis offered year round.

Stevens Point Brewery2617 Water StStevens Point, WI 54481800/369-4911, 715/344-9310www.pointbeer.comTours & tastings at the nation’s 5th oldest,continuously operated brewery. Call or checkweb site for tour times. Reservations required.

Stevens PointAt the heart of the Wisconsin River

Valley is Stevens Point, a riverside citythat blends industry, academia, historicsites and natural beauty. The Universityof Wisconsin campus at Stevens Pointincludes the Schmeeckle Reserve, 275acres of solitude and a great place forwalking, jogging, biking, fishing, andwildlife watching. The reserve’s naturecenter houses exhibits and dioramas aswell as the Wisconsin Conservation Hallof Fame. The Reserve is a trailhead forthe Green Circle State Trail, 30.5 miles ofhiking and biking around the city.

Downtown, more than sixty buildingscomprise the Mathias Mitchell PublicSquare-Main Street Historic District, adelightful walking tour. The city is thehome of Sentry Insurance, owner of theSentryWorld Sports Center, a world-classgolf course and racquet-sports facilityopen to the public. Founded in 1857, theStevens Point Brewery is a must-stop fora tour and tasting.■ For more information about Stevens Point,log on to www.stevenspointarea.com or call800/236-4636.



MarshfieldThe relaxed, friendly atmosphere of

Marshfield complements the city’sappealing attractions. Wildwood Zookeeps more than 200 animals and birdsincluding mountain lions, grizzly bear,buffalo, and a large aviary. The remark-able Foxfire botanical gardens, just out-side of town, display seven acres of ori-ental and western landscape techniques.Shop for tasty bargains at Figi’s CheeseOutlet Store or take a tour of UphamMansion, the restored Victorian home ofa former Wisconsin governor.■ For more information about Marshfield,log on to www.visitmarshfieldwi.com or call800/422-4541.

Neillsville &Clark County

In neighboring Clark County, thetown of Neillsville contains two unusualmuseums: the 1897 Jail Museum and theWisconsin Pavilion from the 1964 World’sFair, which features “Chatty Belle,” alarger-than-life fiberglass cow that talks.Four miles outside Neillsville is TheHighground, a 140-acre park that honorsall American veterans.■ For more information about Neillsville, logon to www.neillsville.org or call 715/743-6444. For Clark County, call 888/252-7594 orlog on to www.clark-cty-wi.org.

Jurustic ParkClyde Wynia works with iron and

irony. His Jurustic Park is filled withmetal sculptures. Clyde will tell you,with a straight face and a little twin-kle in his eye, that he discoveredthese creatures buried in nearbyMcMillan Marsh north of Marshfield.More accurately, some were discov-ered, piece-by-piece, among the rust-ed farm machinery and junk piles ofcentral Wisconsin or fabricated ofnew sheet steel.

Clyde’s collection of extinct animalsfrom the “iron” age includes a seriesof Marsh Dragons from the 45-foot,two-ton Attack Dragon that looks abit like a cannon, to the fully erectStatue of Liberty Dragon that appar-ently carries a torch for the JurassicPeriod. There are also plenty of junk-yard dogs and cats – the Weiner Dogis a particular favorite. Sharp-billedbirds, spiders and racing snails, hel-meted turtles, scary fish and asquare-jawed Marsh Gator all share ameticulously landscaped yard andmake for a wonderful walking tour.

Among the creatures is the fancifulHobbit House where Clyde’s wifeNancy plies her hobbies working hotglass into beads, flowers, ornaments,jewelry and other glass sculpture.She also dyes and spins fibers, knitsbags and purses, and creates life-sized, soft sculpture dolls.

Nancy is a retired nurse, Clyde aretired lawyer. Today they simplyindulge their imaginations at JurusticPark.

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ABOVE: FOXFIRE GARDENS.

MARSHFIELDFoxfire Botanical GardensM220 Sugar Bush LnMarshfield, WI 54449715/387-3050www.foxfiregardens.comA wonderful display of western and orientallandscaping. Open May 1-Oct 1 daily 10am-4:30pm. Travel Green certified.

Jurustic ParkM222 Sugarbush LnMarshfield, WI 54449715/387-1653www.jurustic.comA whimsical array of junkyard creatures, and aunique jewelry shop. Open daily May-Oct10am-4pm.

New Visions Gallery1000 N Oak AveMarshfield, WI 54449715/387-5562www.newvisionsgallery.orgPresents 10-12 changing art exhibits each year.Open Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm, Sat 11am-3pm.Upham Mansion212 W 3rd StMarshfield, WI 54449715/387-3322www.uphammansion.comThe restored 1880 mansion of Wisconsin’sthird governor, William Henry Upham. ToursSun and Wed 1:30pm-4pm.

Wildwood Park & Zoo1800 S Central AveMarshfield, WI 54449800/422-4541, 715/486-2056www.ci.marshfield.wi.us/pr/Zoo/60-acre zoo established in 1924. Herds ofbison & deer. Open Mon-Sat 7:30am-2:45pm,Sun 7:30am-12:45pm.

NEILLSVILLE & CLARK COUNTY1897 Jail Museum26 Hewett StNeillsville, WI 54456888/252-7594, 715/743-6444www.neillsville.orgCastle-like former county jail. Tours includesheriff’s quarters and cellblock. Open MD-LD,Sun only 1-4pm.

The Highground Veterans Memorial ParkW7031 Ridge RdNeillsville, WI 54456715/743-4224www.thehighground.orgVeterans’ park that overlooks 500,000 wood-land acres with hiking trails, picnic areas &shelters. Information Center open daily 10am-5pm; park open 24/7.

WCCN’s Wisconsin Pavilion1201 E Division StNeillsville, WI 54456715/743-3333www.neillsvilleonline.net/dir/attra/wccn-pavillion.htmlThis 1964-65 World’s Fair building displays acollection of Fair souvenirs, as well as “ChattyBelle” - the world’s largest talking cow. Opendaily 9am-5pm.

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Castle Rock &Petenwell Lakes

Traveling east, Hwy 21 skirts thesouthern edge of the massive 43,000-acre Necedah National Wildlife Refuge,home to a fledgling whooping cranepopulation. Four miles east of Necedah,the bridge across the Wisconsin Rivermarks the center of a favorite tourismdestination that includes Petenwell Laketo the north and Castle Rock Lake to thesouth. They are the second and fourthlargest lakes in the state; both formed bydams on the river. The area is loadedwith on- and off-the-water fun.■ For more information about the CastleRock/Petenwell Lakes area, call 608/847-1904or log on to www.castlerockpetenwell.com.

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Wisconsin Rapids,Port Edwards& Nekoosa

Located in the geographic center ofthe state, the history of this trio of sistercities along the Wisconsin River issteeped in the paper and cranberry indus-tries.

The Wisconsin Rapids Area is home tosome of the largest cranberry marshes inthe country. For nearly fifty miles theCranberry Highway winds through centu-ry-old cranberry beds from WisconsinRapids to Warrens, and from Pittsville toNekoosa. Tours of Glacial LakeCranberries are offered year-round.

Eight miles north of Wisconsin Rapids,in Rudolph, Wisconsin Dairy State CheeseCo. offers a look at another classicWisconsin enterprise, cheese making.Rudolph is also the home of an intriguingchapter in Wisconsin folk art – theRudolph Grotto Gardens and WonderCave.

Whether you bicycle, hike, ATV, snow-mobile, or ski, excellent trails connect thearea’s well-kept parks. These recreationalassets, coupled with excellent historic dis-tricts and family-friendly events, makethis scenic stretch of the Wisconsin Rivera sure bet.■ For more information about the WisconsinRapids area, call 800/554-4484 or log on towww.visitwisrapids.com.

BELOW: ROCHE-A-CRI STATE PARK NEAR FRIENDSHIP.

RUDOLPH GROTTO GARDENS AND WONDER CAVE.

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WISCONSIN RAPIDS, PORTEDWARDS & NEKOOSAAlexander House1131 Wisconsin River DrPort Edwards, WI 54469715/887-3442www.alexanderhouseonline.orgA museum of local archival history as well aschanging art exhibits. Open Tues, Thurs & Sun1-4pm.

Glacial Lake Cranberries2480 County Road DWisconsin Rapids, WI 54495715/887-2095www.cranberrylink.com/glacial.htmlCranberry video, memorabilia, gift shop andguided tours of a cranberry marsh (in season).Call ahead to verify harvest and tour times.

Rainbow Casino949 County Road GNekoosa, WI 54457800/782-4560, 715/886-4560www.rbcwin.comBlackjack and slots. Casino open Mon-Thur8am-2am, and Fri 8am-Sun 2am.

Rudolph Grotto Gardens & Wonder Cave6957 Grotto AveRudolph, WI 54475715/435-3120www.mnmuseumofthems.org/Grotto/Wonder1.htmlFloral walkways and gardens, as well as folk-art memorials, shrines and a museum. Opendaily MD-LD 10am-5pm.

Sandhill State Wildlife Area1715 County Road XBabcock, WI 54413715/884-2437www.dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/reclands/sandhill9,500 acres of marshes & quiet woods withautomobile trails, observation towers and alearning center. See bison herds and a varietyof birds. Open Apr-Oct, daylight hours.

Wisconsin Dairy State Cheese Company6860 State Rd 34Rudolph, WI 54475715/435-3144Factory & retail outlet with an observation win-dow & cheesemaking video; call to arrange aguided tour. Retail outlet open Mon-Fri 8am-5:15pm, Sat 8am-5pm, Sun & Holidays 9am-noon.

CASTLE ROCK/PETENWELL LAKESBuckhorn State ParkW8450 Buckhorn Park AveNecedah, WI 54646608/565-2789www.wiparks.net7,000-acre park on a peninsula in Castle RockLake. Open 6am-11pm with overnight camp-ing. Travel Green certified.

Roche-A-Cri State Park1767 State Highway 13Friendship, WI 53934888/947-2757, 608/339-6881www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/roche-a-cri/Spectacular views from atop the park’s 300-foot rock formation. Open 6am-11pm withovernight camping.

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Waushara CountyWaushara County is a wonderful blend

of farming and recreation. With morethan 100 lakes, 150 miles of troutstreams, 7,000 acres of public huntingand fishing, and 12 county parks, “out-doors” is spoken here. In Wautoma, thecounty seat, visit the WWII MemorialBuilding. To the north, the cold-waterponds of the Wild Rose Fish Hatchery pro-duce a quarter of all the trout and salmonstocked statewide. In western WausharaCounty, the UW’s Hancock AgriculturalResearch Station offers fascinating guidedtours of its facility and the 150 researchprojects it conducts annually.■ For more information about WausharaCounty, call 877/928-8662 or log on towww.visitwaushara.com.


Green Lake,Berlin, Princeton,Markesan & Ripon

Known as Green Lake Country, thisarea of unspoiled beauty offers four pic-turesque communities – a perfect settingfor four seasons of getaway fun.

The shores of Green Lake have been atop tourism destination for more than acentury. The lake is the deepest in thestate; plunging 237 feet, its cool watersharbor an excellent trout and walleyefishery. The area’s resort offerings includewater sports of every kind, four excellentgolf courses, and a beautifully restoredopera house.

In western Green Lake County,Princeton’s downtown is a delightful mixof boutiques and artisan shops. The city’sSaturday morning flea markets (May thruOctober) are legendary. To the south,Markesan sparkles in the midst of lushfarmland. For a glimpse of local history,visit the town’s Grand River ValleyMuseum.

To the east, Ripon is the home of theLittle White Schoolhouse where theRepublican Party was founded in 1854.Walking tours feature the city’s historicdowntown and the campus of 150-year-old Ripon College. Nearby, Larson’sClydesdales is nationally famous for itsgentle giants.■ For more information about Green LakeCountry, call 800/662-6927 or log on towww.glcountry.com.

LARSON’S FAMOUS CLYDESDALES IN RIPON.

BELOW: SAXEVILLE COVERED BRIDGE.

GREEN LAKE, PRINCETON,MARKESAN & RIPONEscapade Lake Cruises643 Illinois AveGreen Lake, WI 54941800/444-2812, 920/294-3344www.heidelhouse.comOne-hour boat cruises on Green Lake aboard a60-foot catamaran-style vessel. Cruises May &June and Sep to mid-Oct, Sat & Sun at 9am,Fri & Sat at 3:30pm; June-Aug, daily at 9am &3:30pm.

Grand River Valley Museum214 E John StMarkesan, WI 53946920/398-3945www.markesanwi.comMuseum and train depot display military mem-orabilia, local & agricultural history. Open May-Oct, Fri-Sun 1-4pm.

Larson’s Famous ClydesdalesW12654 Reeds Corner RdRipon, WI 54971920/748-5466www.larsonsclydesdales.comRingside performances by Clydesdale horses,plus stable tours. Performances mid-May tomid-Oct, Mon-Sat at 1pm.

Little White Schoolhouse, Birthplace of theRepublican Party303 Blackburn StRipon, WI 54971920/748-6764www.birthplaceoftherepublicanparty.comBirthplace of the Republican Party, politicalmemorabilia. Open daily 10am-4pm.

WAUSHARA COUNTYHancock Agricultural Research StationN3909 County Road VHancock, WI 54943715/249-5961www.ars.wisc.eduVisitor center and horticultural station offerguided tours on request. By appointment only,Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

Wild Rose Fish HatcheryN5871 State Road 22Wild Rose, WI 54984920/622-3527www.dnr.wi.gov/fish/hatchery/Cold-water hatchery that produces trout,salmon, northern pike, lake sturgeon andmusky. Tours MD-LD daily 8am-3:30pm; Apr,May, Sept & Oct Sun-Thur 8am-3:30pm;closed Nov-Mar.

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Stockholm, Pepin & Alma

With a spectacular view of Lake Pepin,Stockholm offers just the right blend ofboutique shopping, fine dining, and qual-ity lodging. Antique shops, art galleries,Amish quilts and furniture, a pair of ter-rific cafes, a vineyard, an orchard - even apie company – are all part of Stockholm’senduring charm.

Downriver, the Town of Pepin sits onthe edge of a strikingly wide expanse ofthe Mississippi River known as LakePepin. A natural dam below the towncreated the “lake.” Pepin is famous asthe hometown of “Little House in the BigWoods” author Laura Ingalls Wilder, whowas born on a farm near here in 1867.

Follow the river 17 miles south toAlma. This riverfront town has only twostreets, but they stretch for seven milesalong the banks of the Mississippi.Visitors enjoy exploring charming stair-way “streets” that head up the riverbluffs, and the town’s terraced cemetery.The main streets, lined with historic 19thcentury buildings, feature gift, art andantique shops. Nearby, Rieck’s Lake Parkis a perfect spot to view the annual fallmigration of graceful Tundra Swans.■ For more information about Stockholm,visit www.stockholmwisconsin.com or call715/442-2266; for Pepin, call 715/442-3011or visit www.pepinwisconsin.com; for Alma,visit www.almawisconsin.com call 608/685-3303.


Fountain City & Trempealeau

The relaxed pace of river life is evidentin Fountain City. The town offers pleas-ant vistas of the river from its characteris-tic terraced gardens. Nearby, 550-footEagle Bluff is the highest point on theUpper Mississippi. The Prairie MoonMuseum & Sculpture Garden, a fancifulfolk art attraction, is located just north ofFountain City.

To the south, Trempealeau County is agreat getaway. Along the Mississippi, theCity of Trempealeau is a lovely river townwith a picturesque Main Street listed onthe National Register of Historic Places.Visitors can watch river traffic lock-through at Lock & Dam #6. Perrot StatePark, two miles northwest ofTrempealeau, features 500-foot bluffswith panoramic views of the river valley.A bit further up-river, the TrempealeauNational Wildlife Refuge includes a largeprairie and miles of nature trails amongthe Mississippi backwaters that are per-fect for bird watching.■ For more information about Trempealeau,log on to www.trempealeau.net or call608/534-6780. For more information aboutTrempealeau County, call 800/927-5339 or logon to www.ruralexperiences.com.

FACING PAGE: MISSISSIPPI RIVER BARGE ALONG THE GREAT RIVERROAD. BELOW: DOWNTOWN ALMA. BELOW LEFT: PRAIRIE MOONSCULPTURE GARDEN NEAR COCHRANE.

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ALMA & PEPINAlma Area Historical Museum505 N 2nd StAlma, WI 54610608/685-4013www.almawisconsin.comExhibits feature the city’s pioneer families, log-ging and river history. Open May-Oct, Sat &Sun only.

Buena Vista ParkCounty Rd E At Buena Vista RdAlma, WI 54610608/685-3330www.almawisconsin.comCity park with a stunning overlook of theMississippi River, hiking & picnic area. Openyear ‘round dawn to 11pm.

Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum306 3rd StPepin, WI 54759800/442-3011, 715/442-2142www.pepinwisconsin.comFeatures local history and the Laura IngallsWilder legacy. Open May 15-Oct 15 daily10am-5pm.

Laura Ingalls Wilder Wayside & CabinN3238 County Road CCPepin, WI 54759800/442-3011www.pepinwisconsin.comReplica of the now-famous “Little House in theBig Woods.” Open year-round.

Pepin Depot Museum806 3rd StPepin, WI 54759715/442-6501www.pepinwisconsin.comExhibits detailing the area’s logging, steam-boating and railroad history. Open May-Octdaily 10am-4pm.

FOUNTAIN CITY & TREMPEALEAUBrush Trophy Room MuseumW22660 Sobye LnGalesville, WI 54630608/790-1957www.brushranchoutfitters.com300 mounted exotic animals from around theworld - lions, bears, giraffe, deer, sheep, ox &more.

Memorial Park435 Gaveny RdArcadia, WI 54612608/323-2319www.arcadiawi.orgDisplays more than a dozen remarkable sculp-tures honoring the country’s military leadersand veterans. Park open daily 6am-10pm.

Perrot State ParkW26247 Sullivan RdTrempealeau, WI 54661608/534-6409www.wiparks.net1,243-acre park with river bluff overlooks,camping, biking, nature center. Open daily6am-11pm with overnight camping.

Prairie Moon Sculpture Garden/MuseumS2727 Prairie Moon RdCochrane, WI 54622608/687-8250www.kohlerfoundation.org/rusch.htmlOutdoor folk-art museum recently restored bythe Kohler Foundation. Garden open year-round dawn-dusk. Museum open by appoint-ment.

Rock in the House440 N Shore DrFountain City, WI 54629608/687-6106Unusual attraction named for a 55-ton boulderthat fell from the bluff and smashed into thehouse. Open daily 10am-6pm.

Trempealeau National Wildlife RefugeW28488 Refuge RdTrempealeau, WI 54661608/539-2311www.fws.gov/midwest/trempealeau/5,000-acre refuge with nature trails and 5-miledriving tour. Visitors center open Mon-Fri7:30am-4pm, refuge open year-round duringdaylight hours.


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LA CROSSE & ONALASKAChildren’s Museum of La Crosse207 5th Ave SLa Crosse, WI 54601608/784-2652www.funmuseum.orgThree floors of hands-on exhibits with a multi-purpose theater and gift shop. Open Tues-Sat10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm, closed Mon.

Great River State Trail1101 Main StOnalaska, WI 54650800/873-1901, 608/781-9570www.discoveronalaska.com24-mile multi-use railbed trail connectingOnalaska and Trempealeau. Open daily duringdaylight hours for seasonal recreation.

Hixon House429 N 7th StLa Crosse, WI 54601608/782-1980www.lchsweb.orgTour the elegant Victorian home of formerlumberman-financier Gideon Hixon. OpenMD-LD Tues-Sun 10am-5pm; Sept to mid-OctSat & Sun 10am-5pm.

Island Girl River Cruises127 Marina DriveLa Crosse, WI 54603608/784-0556www.islandgirlcruises.comSightseeing, lunch, cocktail, dinner, and moon-light cruises. Operating June-Oct 15, weatherpermitting.

Julia Belle Swain227 Main StLa Crosse, WI 54601800/815-1005, 608/784-4882www.juliabelle.comAuthentic steam-driven paddlewheeler offeringlunch, dinner, and special cruises. OperatingJune-Oct with daily cruises, call for reserva-tions.

La Crosse Queen Cruises405 Veterans Memorial DrLa Crosse, WI 54601608/784-2893www.greatriver.com/laxqueenAuthentic paddlewheeler offering sightseeing,weekend brunch and dinner cruises. Docks atRiverside Park. Operating May-Oct 31 withdaily cruises.

La Crosse River State Trail1101 Main StreetOnalaska, WI 54650800/354-2453, 608/269-4123www.lacrosseriverstatetrail.org21.5-mile multi-use railbed trail connectingSparta and Onalaska. Open daily during day-light hours for seasonal recreation.

Mississippi Explorer Cruises - La Crosse410 Veterans Memorial DrLa Crosse, WI 54601877/647-7397www.mississippiexplorer.comWildlife eco-tours, expedition cruises, andsightseeing cruises aboard a 98-passengerriverboat. Cruising May-Oct Fri, Sat & Sun.

Onalaska Historical Museum741 Oak Ave SOnalaska, WI 54650608/781-9568www.discoveronalaska.comRiver history, lumbering and Native Americanartifacts as well as an early settler’s cabin.Open Wed-Fri 2-4pm, Sat 9am-noon, andMon (mid Oct-March) 6-8pm.

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe5250 Justin RdLa Crosse, WI 54601608/782-5440www.shrineofourlady.com100-acre wooded site includes church, pilgrimcenter, restaurant and meditation trail dedicat-ed to Our Lady of Guadalupe. Shrine opendaily, 9am-4pm as is the site’s restaurant.

La Crosse & Onalaska

Classic steam paddle wheelers still plythe Mississippi’s waters at La Crosse, justa small part of this lovely city’s charm.Spreading from the edge of the river tothe base of steep bluffs, La Crosse enjoysa glorious natural setting. The city’s MainStreet ends at Grandad Bluff, which rises570 feet above the city. The beautifulpark atop the bluff offers a stunning viewof three states: Wisconsin, Minnesotaand Iowa. Downtown, Riverside Park pro-vides a perfect vantage point for watch-ing river traffic and for boarding one ofthe two paddle wheelers that offer sight-seeing cruises. Yacht cruises and eco-tours on the river are also available. Enjoyunique shops, entertainment, museums,galleries and award-winning restaurantsin the city’s historic downtown.

Just north of I-90, Onalaska graces theeastern shore of Lake Onalaska, a 7,700-acre pool of the Mississippi River. Thecity is the trailhead for the Great RiverState Trail which connects to the LaCrosse River, Elroy-Sparta, and “400”State Trails to produce 101 miles of non-stop hiking, biking and snowmobilingadventure.■ For more information about La Crosse log on to www.explorelacrosse.com or call800/658-9424. For more information aboutOnalaska, call 800/873-1901 or log on towww.discoveronalaska.com.

BELOW: PEARL STREET IN DOWNTOWN LA CROSSE. LOWER RIGHT: THE JULIA BELLE SWAIN.


The Great River RoadThe Great River Road follows the

Mississippi River through ten statesfrom its headwaters in theNorthwoods of Minnesota to the Gulfof Mexico. The designated route ofthis National Scenic Byway tracesthose state highways closest to theriver.

In Wisconsin, that route is Highway35. It flanks the Mississippi Riveralong 250 miles of Wisconsin’s west-ern border from Prescott in the northto Keiler in the south. Travelers areoften nestled between the river onone side and towering bluffs on theother; one of the most scenic drivesin mid-America.

Along Wisconsin’s portion of theGRR, travelers will discover 33 quaintriver towns. The corridor is rich in thehistory of its early Indian occupants,the French fur traders and explorersthat followed, the lead mining boom,the steamboat era, and the lumberbarons of the Upper MississippiValley. Travelers can stop at morethan thirty Wisconsin HistoricalMarkers and archaeological sites, aswell as two Wisconsin HistoricalSociety sites, six GRR visitor centers,and the area’s many local museums.

Recreational opportunities aboundat more than fifty local parks andbeaches, four state parks and threeNational Recreational Areas.Observation decks at four lock anddams are an opportunity to leisurelywatch the barges and riverboats lockthrough.

SOUTHWESTO R I G I N A L Viroqua, Westby

& Coon ValleyVernon County is crisscrossed with

rivers, narrow valleys and steep, woodedhills. This is Coulee Country – prime fortrout fishing, turkey hunting, mountainbiking and canoeing. Viroqua, the countyseat, offers a charming Main Street filledwith specialty shops and anchored by the80-year-old Temple Theater, renovated in2002 at a cost of $1.5 million.

Seven miles north, Westby is a bas-tion of Norwegian heritage. Downtowna pair of antique shops, a unique hard-ware store/gift shop and the lovelyWestby House Inn are real treats. Innearby Cashton, you can visit Down ACountry Road, a collection of four shopson the Kuderer farm selling productsfrom the surrounding Amish community.To the west, Coon Valley is home to theNorskedalen Nature and Heritage Centerthat celebrates the area’s ties to Norwaywith a fine museum and interpretivecenter.■ For more information about VernonCounty, call 608/637-2575 or log on towww.visitvernoncounty.com; for Viroqua,log on to www.viroquatourism.com; forWestby, call 866/493-7829 or log on towww.westbywi.com.


Kickapoo ValleyThe Kickapoo River may be the

crookedest river in Wisconsin, but what itlacks in direction it makes up for withcaptivating scenery. A driving tour up ordown Hwy. 131 is one way to explorethe Kickapoo River Valley, allowing plentyof time for side trips including WildcatMountain State Park. Biking is anotheroption. The most idyllic choice may becanoeing down the slow-movingKickapoo River, beneath 30-foot-tall lime-stone bluffs, verdant hillsides and theapple orchards that surround Gays Mills.■ For more information about the KickapooValley, call 608/637-2575 or log on towww.visitvernoncounty.com.

VIROQUA, WESTBY & COON VALLEYDown A Country Road Amish Tours &Shops12651 State Road 33 ECashton, WI 54619608/654-5318www.downacountryroad.comFour shops sell the furniture, rugs, quilts, can-dies & jams of 45 area Amish families. Amishtours can be arranged. Open May-Oct Thurs-Sat 10am-5pm. Reservations required fortours. Travel Green certified.

Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center,Inc.N455 O Ophus RdCoon Valley, WI 54623608/452-3424www.norskedalen.orgNorwegian heritage museum, nature trails anda pioneer homestead. Open May-Oct Mon-Fri9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm; Nov-Apr Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, 1st and 3rd Sat 9am-noon, Sun noon-4pm.Vernon VineyardsS 3457A Dahl RdViroqua, WI 54665608/634-6734www.vernonvineyards.comComplimentary wine tastings and tours. OpenMay 15-Dec 22 Fri & Sat 10am-6pm, Sunnoon-6pm.

KICKAPOO VALLEYKickapoo Valley ReserveS3661 State Road 131La Farge, WI 54639608/625-2960kvr.state.wi.usPrimitive camping, canoeing, hiking, mountainbiking, X-C skiing & horseback riding in an8,500-acre reserve. Open year-round duringdaylight hours, with overnight primitive camp-ing. Travel Green certified.

Wildcat Mountain State ParkPO Box 99Ontario, WI 54651888/947-2757, 608/337-4775www.wiparks.netCamping, hiking, scenic overlook, equestriantrails. Open daily 6am-11pm with overnightcamping.

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ioned high wheeler formed out of fiber-glass – welcomes visitors to Sparta,which dubs itself the “Bicycling Capitalof America.” Located off I-90, the townoffers ready access to several nationallyknown bike trails including the Elroy-Sparta State Trail, the first rails-to-trailsbicycle route in the country. Sparta’sdowntown is listed on the NationalRegister of Historic Places.

Its hospitality and location make it agood “home base” for day trips to nearbyattractions. Eleven miles north of Spartathe Wegner Grotto is a fantastic garden ofconcrete sculpture decorated with thou-sands of glittering glass shards. FortMcCoy, eight miles northeast of Sparta,offers an excellent public recreation areaas well as interesting military displays.■ For more information about Sparta, log onto www.bikesparta.com or call 800/354-2453.

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Elroy-Sparta State TrailPO Box 297Kendall, WI 54638888/606-2453, 608/269-4123www.elroy-sparta-trail.com32.5-mile multi-use railbed trail connectingElroy & Sparta. Three terrific tunnels. Headquarters in Kendall open May 1-Oct 31daily 9am-5pm. Trail open daily during day-light hours for seasonal recreation.

Fort McCoy Driving Tour100 E Headquarters RdFort McCoy, WI 54656608/388-2407www.mccoy.army.milEnjoy a mapped, self-directed driving tour ofan active US Army training facility including alarge military vehicle display. (Photo ID requiredfor all adults.) Facility open year-round withdriving tours daily 8am-4pm.

Little Falls Railroad & Doll Museum9208 County Highway IISparta, WI 54656608/272-3266www.raildoll.org1,600 dolls, a garden railroad, caboose, andrides for kids aboard a park-model railroad.Open Apr-Nov Thur-Mon 1-5pm.

Paul & Matilda Wegner GrottoState Roads 27 & 71Cataract, WI 54656608/269-8680www.monroecountyhistory.org/Outdoor park that includes a folk art “GlassChurch” created from bits of colored glass andconcrete. Open MD-LD during daylight hours.

TOMAHBurnstad’s European Village701 E Clifton StTomah, WI 54660888/378-5985, 608/372-5355www.burnstads.comEuropean-style shopping with 16 specialtystores and a cafe all under one roof. OpenMon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 9am-8pm.

Little Red School House Museum Gillett Park Tomah, WI 54660 608/372-2166www.tomahwisconsin.com/museums.php Step into the 19th Century at the Little RedHouse located in Tomah's Gillett Park onSuperior Avenue. The historic one-room schoolis open MD-LD daily 1pm-5pm.

Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center204 Main StWarrens, WI 54666608/378-4878www.discovercranberries.comMuseum & gift shop dedicated to Wisconsin’scranberry industry. Open June 1-Oct 31 daily9am-5pm.

TomahAstride the intersection of I-90 and

I-94, Tomah stands at the crossroads ofWisconsin’s “Cranberry Country.” Cityshops offer antiques and Amish crafts.Visitors will find plenty of dining andlodging options, three golf courses andindoor/outdoor waterparks. Explore thearea on Amish Country or CranberryCountry driving tours. Fifteen miles northof Tomah at Warrens, tour the displaysand gift shop of the Wisconsin CranberryDiscovery Center.■ For more information about Tomah, log onto www.tomahwisconsin.com or call800/948-6624.

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Black River Falls& Jackson County

Located along I-94, Black RiverCountry is a convenient destination foroutdoor adventure. Mountain bikers,hikers and birdwatchers can exploremiles of wilderness trails in either theBlack River State Forest or the JacksonCounty Forest, home to black bear, tim-ber wolves, and the endangered KarnerBlue butterfly. Black River Country alsooffers 235 miles of the best designatedATV and single-track motorcycle trails inthe Midwest. The winding Black River ispopular for canoeing, boating, tubingand great fishing. Wazee Lake, thedeepest lake in Wisconsin and one ofthe clearest, is a popular year-roundscuba diving destination. Along thearea’s quiet country roads you’ll findunique shops and antiques dealers – theperfect combination for the weekendtreasure hunter.■ For more information about Black RiverCountry, call 800/404-4008 or log on towww.blackrivercountry.net.

BLACK RIVER FALLS & JACKSON COUNTYBlack River State Forest910 State Highway 54Black River Falls, WI 54615715/284-4103www.wiparks.net67,000 acres of pine and oak forest with twoforks of the Black River. Backpacking, camping,hiking, biking & X-C skiing. Open daily 6am-11pm with overnight camping.

Majestic Pines Hotel, Bingo & CasinoW9010 Highway 54 EBlack River Falls, WI 54615800/625-8668, 715/284-8056www.mpcwin.comBlackjack, slots and bingo with adjoining hotel.Open MD-LD 24/7; LD-MD Mon-Thur 8am-2am & Fri 8am-Mon 2am.

Sand Creek Brewing Company320 Pierce StBlack River Falls, WI 54615715/284-7553www.sandcreekbrewing.comMicro-brewery in the historic 1856 OderbolzBrewery. Tasting room and gift store openMon-Fri 8am-4:30pm; free tours Fri at 3pm.

Wazee Lake Recreation AreaW. Bauer RoadBlack River Falls, WI 54615715/284-8475www.blackrivercountry.net/3,000 acres of woodland and 355-ft. deeplake for scuba diving, swimming, hiking,camping, biking & fishing. Open daily for sea-sonal recreation.

Elroy-Sparta State Trail

Considered the first rail-to-trail con-version in the United States, theElroy-Sparta State Trail is a trueWisconsin original. With three 19thcentury rock tunnels along its 32.5-mile route, it remains one of the mostpopular trails in the country and afavorite Wisconsin bicycling destina-tion.

Connecting Elroy and Sparta insouthwestern Wisconsin, the trailruns through the pleasant smalltowns of Norwalk, Wilton andKendall, passing wetlands, prairies,farmland and unglaciated areas. Therestored railroad depot in Kendallserves as trail headquarters and has arailroad history museum with pic-tures and artifacts on display.Trailheads are also located in thetrail’s other four towns. The Elroy-Sparta is surfaced with limestonescreenings to provide a smooth sur-face suitable for walkers and bicy-clists.

Three 130-year-old railroad tunnelshighlight the trail. The tunnels nearKendall and Wilton are each about.25 mile long. The tunnel betweenNorwalk and Sparta is .75 mile long.Flashlights and jackets are recom-mended in the tunnels, which aredark and cool even on the brightestsummer days.

The Elroy-Sparta is directly linkedto two other state trails. A bridgeover I-90 at Sparta connects with theLa Crosse River State Trail on thewest end, and the “400” State Trailconnects on the east end.

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Prairie du Chien is the oldest Europeansettlement on the Upper Mississippi River.Located just above the confluence of theWisconsin River, this fertile prairie was amajor gathering place for regional Indiantribes and for the fur traders who fol-lowed. Many epic frontier stories wereplayed out here. Learn more at the FortCrawford Museum and at the Villa Louis,one of ten properties operated by theWisconsin Historical Society.

Situated in the heart of the UpperMississippi Wildlife Refuge, the areaoffers pristine hiking, boating, fishing andbird watching. Just south of the city,magnificent views of the Mississippi andWisconsin Rivers can be enjoyed from the500-foot bluffs of Wyalusing State Park.■ For more information about the Prairie duChien area, call 800/732-1673 or log on towww.prairieduchien.org.

Boscobel &Fennimore

Surrounded by the rugged bluffs ofthe Lower Wisconsin River Valley,Boscobel compliments its scenic beautywith a rich ethnic and cultural heritagepreserved in the Depot HeritageMuseum. The town is famous as thebirthplace of the Gideon Bible; the twoChristian traveling salesmen who found-ed the Gideon Society met and conceivedthe Society in the town’s Central House –now the Boscobel Hotel.

Eleven miles to the south, Fennimoreis a hub for turkey hunters and troutanglers. Area cold-water springs flow toform more than 100 miles of trout habi-tat within a ten mile radius of Fennimoreoffering a wealth of brown and brooktrout. The town also offers a pair ofdelightful museums for rail enthusiastsand doll collectors.■ For more information on Boscobel, visitwww.boscobelwisconsin.com or call 608/375-2672. For more information on Fennimore,visit www.fennimore.com or call 800/822-1131.


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PRAIRIE DU CHIENCabela’s - Prairie du Chien33901 State Hwy 35Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821608/326-5600www.cabelas.comOne of 8 Cabela’s retail stores in the nation.Everything for the hunter, angler & outdoorsman.Open Mon-Sat 8am-9pm, Sun 10am-6pm.

Fort Crawford Museum717 S Beaumont RdPrairie Du Chien, WI 53821608/326-6960www.fortcrawfordmuseum.comMuseum of local history at the site of historicFort Crawford. Open May-Oct daily 9am-5pm.

Mississippi Explorer Cruises220 N Water StreetPrairie Du Chien, WI 53821877/647-7397www.mississippiexplorer.comOne-hour sightseeing cruises aboard a 64-pas-senger pontoon boat. Cruise times vary; callfor reservations.

Villa Louis521 N Villa Louis RdPrairie Du Chien, WI 53821608/326-2721www.villalouis.orgWisconsin Historical Society site. Preserves theVictorian home and furnishings of Wisconsin’sfirst millionaire fur trader. Open May 2-Nov 1daily 10am-5pm (last tour departs at 4pm).

Wyalusing State Park13081 State Park LnBagley, WI 53801888/947-2757, 608/996-2261www.wyalusing.org2,700-acre park overlooking the Mississippi &Wisconsin Rivers. Camping, hiking, wildlife.Open daily 6am-11pm with overnight camp-ing. Travel Green certified.

BOSCOBEL & FENNIMOREBoscobel Heritage Depot Museum800 Wisconsin AveBoscobel, WI 53805608/375-2672www.boscobelwisconsin.comConstructed in 1857. Museum of local history& railroad memorabilia. Open Mon, Tues,Thurs & Fri 10am-3pm.

Eagle Cave Natural Park16320 Cavern LnBlue River, WI 53518608/537-2988www.eaglecave.netTour Wisconsin’s largest onyx cave. Open Tues-Sun 10am-5pm.

Fennimore Doll & Toy Museum1135 6th StreetFennimore, WI 53809888/867-7935, 608/822-4100www.fennimore.com/dolltoy/80 display cases of toys from the 1900s thruthe present will please boys & girls of all ages.Open May-Nov daily 10am-4pm.

Fennimore Railroad Historical SocietyMuseum610 Lincoln AveFennimore, WI 53809800/822-1131, 608/822-6144www.fennimore.com/railmuseum/Displays the engine, depot & memorabilia ofthe area’s original narrow gauge railroad.Miniature train rides Sat & Sun. Open MD-LDdaily 10am-4pm; Sept-Oct Sat & Sun only10am-4pm.


Cassville & PotosiCassville was one of the first river

towns established in Wisconsin, a gate-way for miners and other pioneers. Thetown remains a crossing point, with theCassville Car Ferry navigating theMississippi. The wooded river bluffs ofNelson Dewey State Park are a greatplace to watch a resident population ofbald eagles soar above the river valley.Nearby, the Wisconsin Historical Societyoperates Stonefield, a re-created 1900’srural Wisconsin village.

From Cassville, it’s a short drive southalong the river to Potosi. This tiny townjust completed a $7 million restoration ofits local brewery that today houses theNational Brewery Museum and theNational Brewery TransportationMuseum. If you like Breweriana, you’ll beamazed. Potosi is also the location of oneof the oldest lead mines in the state. Tothe south, in Dickeyville, is the remark-able folk art religious shrine, theDickeyville Grotto.■ For more information about the Cassvillearea, call 608/725-5855 or log on towww.cassville.org. For information aboutPotosi, call 866/876-2665 or log on towww.grantcountytourism.com.


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CASSVILLE & POTOSICassville Car FerryRiverside ParkCassville, WI 53806608/725-5180www.cassville.org/ferry.htmlFerry crosses the Mississippi River fromCassville to Turkey Creek, Iowa. Operates May-LD 9am-9pm; LD-Nov 2 Thur-Sun 9am-9pm.

Dickeyville Grotto305 W Main StDickeyville, WI 53808608/568-3119www.dickeyvillegrotto.com/Outdoor park displays elaborate concrete folkart decorated with stone & glass. Religious &patriotic themes. Park open year-round. Giftshop open May-Oct daily 9am-5pm.

Nelson Dewey State Park12190 County Road VVCassville, WI 53806608/725-5374www.wiparks.netThe home and estate of Wisconsin’s first gov-ernor, Nelson Dewey. Scenic overlook, Indianmounds, picnicking, camping, hiking. Opendaily 6am-11pm with overnight camping.Travel Green certified.

Potosi Brewery & National BreweryMuseum209 S Main StPotosi , WI 53820608/763-4002www.potosibrewery.com$7 million restoration of local brewery show-cases the collections of the National BreweryMuseum as well as a microbrewery, restaurantand Great River Road Interpretive Center.Open daily 10am-6pm.

St. John Mine129 S Main StPotosi, WI 53820608/763-2121www.grantcounty.org/ci/potositennysonLead mine once worked by Indians & the 1827“lead rush” pioneers. Tours May-Oct daily9am-5pm.

Stonefield12195 County Highway VVCassville, WI 53806608/725-5210www.stonefieldhistoricsite.orgA Wisconsin Historical Society site; replica of a1900s Wisconsin rural village. The AgriculturalMuseum displays a collection of historic farmmachinery. Open May 23-Oct 11 daily 10am-4pm.

PLATTEVILLEBadger Mine & Museum279 W Estey StShullsburg, WI 53586608/965-4424www.shullsburgwisconsin.orgDescend 51 steps into a hand-dug 1827 leadmine. Open MD-LD daily 10am-4pm.

First CapitolCounty Road GBelmont, WI 53510608/987-2122www.firstcapitol.orgThe 1836 Capitol of the Wisconsin Territory.Open June 10-Sept 7 Wed-Sun 10am-4pm.

Mining Museum-Rollo Jamison Museum405 E Main StPlatteville, WI 53818608/348-3301http://mining.jamison.museumRide the mine train, then descend into the oldBevins Lead Mine. Exhibits, photos, fun. OpenMay-Oct daily 9am-5pm; self-guided galleriesare open Nov-Apr Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.Mitchell Rountree Stone CottageWest Madison St & Hwy 81Platteville, WI 53818608/348-8888www.platteville.comHistoric 1837 Platteville home containing manyoriginal furnishings. Open MD-LD Sat & Sunnoon-4pm.

PlattevilleThe area around Platteville was one of

the first to be settled by Europeans, whowere drawn there by rich lead deposits.The lead miners gave Wisconsin its nick-name, the “Badger State.” Platteville’searly mining heritage is showcased intwo museums: the Mining Museum, builtatop the 1845 Bevans Lead Mine, andthe Rollo Jamison Museum with morethan 20,000 items from the late 1800’s.Platteville’s history is not its only attrac-tion. The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Center for the Arts hosts theHeartland Festival each summer, a six-week celebration of the performing arts.■ For more information about Platteville,log on to www.platteville.com or call608/348-8888.

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“The Waterpark Capital of the World!®”for good reason. More than twentywaterparks dot the landscape here,including the world’s largest outdoorwaterpark, the country’s largestindoor/outdoor combination, and thestate’s largest indoor waterpark. Severallocal business owners are credited withpioneering the national indoor waterparkcraze.

Water shows up as the dominanttheme in Wisconsin Dells in other ways.For more than 150 years, visitors havetaken sightseeing tours on the WisconsinRiver, which literally bisects the city, forup-close views of the magnificent sand-stone bluffs that tower above the water.The Dells is home to the world’s largestfleet of “Ducks,” restored WWIIamphibious vehicles popular for land-to-water tours. A long-running ski show isoften on the itinerary. Kayaking, canoe-ing, boating, parasailing, skiing and fish-ing round out the H2O pursuits.

When not on, in or near the water,visitors may want to ride a roller coasteror get behind the wheel of a go-kart.For more grown-up getaways, couplesand groups of friends often plan itiner-aries around the area’s championshipgolf courses, world-class spas, classicsupper clubs, and live shows. WisconsinDells has long been the top year-rounddestination in Wisconsin, and now it’s anational favorite as well.■ For more information about WisconsinDells, log on to www.wisdells.com or call800/223-3557.

FACING PAGE: MONONA TERRACE COMMUNITY & CONVENTIONCENTER IN MADISON. TOP RIGHT: KALAHARI RESORT &WATERPARK IN WISCONSIN DELLS. RIGHT: TOMMY BARTLETTWATER SKI SHOW. BOTTOM LEFT: ORIGINAL WISCONSIN DUCKTOURS. BOTTOM RIGHT: H. H. BENNET MUSEUM.



WISCONSIN DELLSBroadway Dinner Theater564 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy SWisconsin Dells, WI 53965888/998-7469www.broadwayinthedells.comNew, 700-seat dinner theater with profession-al, Broadway-caliber productions. Open year‘round; see Web site for performance sched-ule.

Chula Vista Theme Resort4031 River RdWisconsin Dells, WI 53965800/388-4782, 608/254-8366www.chulavistaresort.com300 themed guestrooms and suites, 3 restau-rants, sports bar, indoor & outdoor waterparks,and golf. Open year-round.

Dells Boat Tours107 BroadwayWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-8555www.dellsboattours.comExcursion cruises through the bluffs of theUpper and Lower Dells. Open Mar 15-Oct 31;spring/fall 9am-4pm, summer 8:30am-7pm.

Dells Raceway ParkN1070 Smith RdWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/253-7223www.dellsracewaypark.com1/3-mile asphalt, banked oval with racing inSuper Late, Limited Late, Super Stock, PureStock and Bandit divisions. Racing Sat nightsMay thru mid-Sept at 7pm.

Great Wolf Lodge1400 Great Wolf DrWisconsin Dells, WI 53965888/458-1422, 608/253-2222www.greatwolf.com436 all-suite guestrooms, indoor & outdoorwaterparks, spa, and 16,000 sq ft game room.Open year-round.

H.H. Bennett Studio215 BroadwayWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/253-3523www.hhbennettstudio.orgWisconsin Historical Society site, showcasingthe pioneer photography of H.H. Bennett.Open Feb-Apr, Sat & Sun only 10am-4pm;May 1-Oct 25 daily 10am-5pm; Oct 26-Dec 20Sat & Sun only 10am-4pm; closed Dec 21-Jan31.

Kalahari Resort Convention Center & Waterpark1305 Kalahari DrWisconsin Dells, WI 53965877/253-5466, 608/254-5466www.kalahariresort.comAmerica’s largest indoor waterpark. TheZambezi Outdoor Waterpark is open MD-LD10am to dusk; the indoor waterpark is openyear ‘round Sun-Thur 10am-9pm, Fri & Sat10am-10pm.

Knuckleheads150 Gasser RdWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-7332www.dellsknuckleheads.comBowling and family entertainment center with24 lanes, electric Go-Karts, bumper cars, 3Dtheatre, arcade and family thrill rides. Opendaily, call for hours.


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Noah’s Ark Waterpark1410 Wisconsin Dells PkwyWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-6351www.noahsarkwaterpark.comAmerica’s largest waterpark with slides, wavepools and plenty of fun. Open MD-LD daily at9am.

Original Wisconsin Ducks1890 Wisconsin Dells PkwyWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-8751www.wisconsinducktours.comTours of the Lower Dells and Lake Deltonaboard WWII amphibious “ducks.” Open May15-Oct 31 daily; summer tours 9am-7pm every20 to 30 minutes;spring/fall tours 9am-4pm. Weather and riverconditions permitting.

Pirate’s Cove Adventure GolfIntersection Of Hwy 12/13/16/23Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-8336www.piratescovewisdells.comThe largest Pirate’s Cove in the USA; miniaturegolf at its best with 90 holes and 17 water-falls. Open Apr-Oct; MD-LD daily 8am-11pm,spring & fall hours vary, call for times.

Rick Wilcox Magic Theater1666 Wisconsin Dells PkwyWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-5511www.rickwilcox.comExperience the impossible with master illusion-ists, Rick & Susan Wilcox. Open year-round.Call or visit Web site for schedule.

Riverview Park & Waterworld700 US Highway 12Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-2608www.riverviewpark.comWaterpark with amusement rides. Park opensMD-LD at 10am daily.

Rocky Arbor State ParkUS Hwy 12 & St Hwy 16Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965888/947-2757, 608/254-8001www.wiparks.netCamping and hiking among spectacular sand-stone cliffs. Open daily 6am-11pm withovernight camping.

Sundara Inn & Spa920 Canyon RdWisconsin Dells, WI 53965888/735-8181, 608/253-9200www.sundaraspa.comOne of the top 25 spas in the country. Adult-only & smoke-free. Open year-round; call forreservations. Travel Green certified.

Tanger Outlet Center210 N Gasser RdBaraboo, WI 53913800/409-1603, 608/253-5380www.tangeroutlet.comBuy direct from more than 60 brand namemanufacturer and designer outlet stores. Openyear ‘round, Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 10am-7pm.

Timber Falls Adventure Park1000 Stand Rock RdWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-8414www.timberfallspark.com72-holes of mini-golf, roller coasters, bumperboats, thrill rides, log rides and more. MD-June 15 daily 9am-9pm, June 16-LD daily 9am-10pm. For spring and fall hours, call or visitWeb site.

Tommy Bartlett Exploratory560 Wisconsin Dells PkwyWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-2525www.tommybartlett.com100 interactive entertaining exhibits, plus anoriginal Russian MIR space station. Open dailyin summer 9am-9pm, in spring, fall & winter10am-4pm.

Tommy Bartlett Show560 Wisconsin Dells PkwyWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-2525www.tommybartlett.comProfessional water skiers and daredevil enter-tainers perform on water, on stage and high inthe air. Open MD-LD with shows at 4:30 &8:30pm.

Trappers Turn Golf Club652 Trappers Turn DrWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/253-7000www.trappersturn.com27 holes combine the challenges of a strategicdesign with the playability that golfers of alllevels can enjoy. Open in season.

Wild Rock Golf Club856 Canyon RdWisconsin Dells, WI 53965800/867-9453, 608/253-4653www.wildrockgolf.com/18 holes of golf sculpted to compliment thediverse terrain - rugged quarry holes, the cas-cading boulder stream, dramatic elevationsand breathtaking vistas. Open in season.

Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort511 E. Adams St.Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965800/867-9453, 608/253-9729www.wildernessresort.com443 rooms, villas & condos, America’s largestindoor/outdoor waterpark, 4 restaurants, andchampionship 18-hole golf course. Open year‘round.Wisconsin Deer Park583 Wisconsin Dells ParkwayWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/ 253-204www.wisdeerpark.comEstablished in 1952. Stroll a 28-acre forest.Hand-feed many varieties of wildlife, includingdeer. Open MD-LD daily 9am-7pm; May 1-MDand LD-Oct 30 daily 10am-4pm.

Wizard Quest105 BroadwayWisconsin Dells, WI 53965608/254-2184www.wizardquest.comA fantasy game played live in a labrynith ofsecret passages, hidden entrances andenchanted realms. Open Mar-May daily 10am-5pm; MD-LD daily 9am-11pm, Oct daily 10am-5pm, Nov-Feb Fri-Mon 10am-5pm.

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Circus World MuseumThe Ringling Bros. Circus was

founded in Baraboo in 1884 by fivebrothers: Al, Otto, Charles, John andAlf T. Ringling. For 34 years the circuswintered here in buildings along thenorth bank of the Baraboo River. Thebuildings date from 1897 to 1918.They are a National HistoricLandmark; the largest survivinggroup of original circus structures inNorth America. In 1959, the propertywas acquired by Circus WorldMuseum and, in turn, deeded debt-free to the state.

Today Circus World Museum covers64 acres with thirty permanent struc-tures, including eight of the originalwinter quarter’s buildings. The muse-um’s collection of circus artifacts isperhaps the largest in the world. Itincludes more than 210 original wag-ons and vehicles once used byAmerican, English and Irish circuses. Ithouses an exceptional collection ofcircus programs, hand bills andposters, thousands of journals, manu-scripts and business records, artifactsof circus performers and a collectionof rare photographs and negatives.

Open year-round, the museum pre-sents classic American one-ring circusperformances daily throughout thesummer featuring aerialists, acrobats,jugglers, and clowns. Animal rides,magic shows, a kid’s participation cir-cus and more create a full day offamily fun, history and entertainmentat one of Wisconsin’s most excitingattractions.

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BarabooBaraboo, 13 miles to the south of

Wisconsin Dells, attracts visitors withCircus World Museum. The city was thehometown of the Ringling Brothers. Theirfamous circus wintered there at the turnof the century. Baraboo is also the homeof the International Crane Foundationthat protects and displays a mating pairof each of the world’s fifteen cranespecies. Just outside Baraboo, Devil’s LakeState Park is a geologic gem. Created bythe glaciers, the park’s spring-fed lake issurrounded on three sides by 500-foot-high bluffs. Nearby, in North Freedom,the Mid-Continent Railway Museumoffers 45-minute rides aboard an old-fashioned train.■ For more information about the Barabooarea, call 800/227-2266 or log on towww.baraboo.com.

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BARABOOAldo Leopold Legacy CenterE13701 Levee RoadBaraboo, WI 53913608/355-0279www.aldoleopold.orgOpened in 2007, the Center is the quintessen-tial “green” building extolling the heritage ofconservationist Aldo Leopold. Open Mon-Sat10am-5pm. Travel Green certified.Circus World550 Water StreetBaraboo, WI 53913608/356-8341www.circusworldmuseum.comCircus memorabilia, miniature circus layouts,the world’s largest collection of circus wagons,and performances in summer. Winter hoursNov 1-Apr 15 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm; springhours Apr 15-May 15 daily 10am-4pm; sum-mer performance season May 16-Aug 30 daily9am-6pm.

Devil’s Lake State ParkS5975 Park RdBaraboo, WI 53913608/356-8301www.wiparks.netCamping, hiking, swimming & spectacularbluff overlooks in one of the state’s most pop-ular parks. Open daily 6am-11pm withovernight camping. Travel Green certified.

Ho-Chunk Casino & BingoS3214 Us Highway 12Baraboo, WI 53913800/746-2486, 608/356-6210www.ho-chunk.comBlackjack, slots, bingo, snack bar and buffet,hotel & convention center. Open 24/7.

International Crane FoundationE11376 Shady Lane RdBaraboo, WI 53913608/356-9462www.savingcranes.orgSee all 15 of the world’s crane species, plus avideo and amphitheater presentation. OpenApr 15-Oct 31 with self-guided tours daily9am-5pm; guided tours MD-LD at 10am, 1 &3pm and on Sat & Sun in May, Sept & Oct.Travel Green certified.

Merrimac FerryState Road 113Merrimac, WI 53561608/246-3806www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/water/merrimac.htmFree carferry service across the Wisconsin Riveron Hwy 113. Ferry operates seasonally fromice-out to ice-in (about Apr-Nov), 24-hours aday.

Mid-Continent Railway MuseumE8948 Diamond Hill RdNorth Freedom, WI 53951800/930-1385, 608/522-4261www.midcontinent.orgExtensive railroad museum with an operatingdiesel train. Open May 5-13 and Sept 8-30 Sat& Sun only; and May 14-Sept 7 daily 9:30am-5pm. Train rides at 10:30am, 12:30, 2 &3:30pm.

Mirror Lake State ParkE10320 Fern Dell RdBaraboo, WI 53913888/947-2757, 608/254-2333www.wiparks.netPicturesque lake surrounded by sandstonebluffs. Swimming, canoeing, hiking andwooded campsites. Open daily 6am-11pmwith overnight camping.

Natural Bridge State ParkCty Hwy CLeland, WI 53913608-356-8301www.wiparks.netDay-use park with a breathtaking naturalsandstone arch created by the eroding effectsof wind and water. Open Apr 15-Oct 15 dur-ing daylight hours with no camping allowed.

Wollersheim Winery7876 State Road 188Prairie Du Sac, WI 53578800/847-9463, 608/643-6515www.wollersheim.comTours and tastings in Wisconsin’s oldest winery.Open daily 10am-5pm. Tours hourly 10:15am-4:15pm.

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Spring GreenThis sparkling town along the

Wisconsin River has a reputation that faroutranks its size, thanks to its mostfamous native son, architect Frank LloydWright. Wright built his Wisconsin home,Taliesin, just outside Spring Green in theearly 1900s. He also established a still-functioning school for architects here.Wright’s reputation may have helpedSpring Green attract its large artisancommunity. This includes a nationally rec-ognized classical theater company, theAmerican Players Theatre.

Just south of town, a more idiosyn-cratic architectural creation than anythingWright designed is on display at Houseon the Rock. Built atop a 60-foot chim-ney of rock, this former artist’s retreat hasgrown into a huge complex of severalbuildings housing a fantastical museumof oddities and collectibles.■ For more information about Spring Green,log on to www.springgreen.com or call800/588-2042.


BELOW: AMERICAN PLAYERS THEATRE. BOTTOM: HOUSE ON THE ROCK.

Frank Lloyd Wright Born in Richland Center, Wisconsin

in 1867, Frank Lloyd Wright is recog-nized as one of the 20th century’sgreatest architects. He was an advo-cate of “organic architecture” and apioneer of the Prairie School move-ment. In a career that spanned seven-ty years, his major projects includethe Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, theGuggenheim Museum in New YorkCity, “Fallingwater” house in BearRun, Pennsylvania, and the S.C.Johnson Headquarters in Racine,Wisconsin.

In 1911 he began construction ofTaliesin, his Wisconsin home and stu-dio in the Wyoming Valley nearSpring Green. In 1932, he establishedthe Taliesin Fellowship as a communi-ty of apprentices and architects thatprovided architectural study with aholistic “learn-by-doing” approach.Training stressed appreciation of allthe arts, and students worked onstructures on the Taliesin propertyunder the architect’s direction.

Taliesin was the longest ongoingarchitectural work of Wright’s career;he never stopped changing it oradding to it. Located on 600 acres,the estate includes his living quarterswith an office and drafting studio, aswell as farm buildings, a school, andother structures. Everything from thelandscaped grounds, roads and pondsto the lighting fixtures, furnishingsand furniture are a product ofWright’s genius. Tours of the Taliesincomplex include his home and theHillside School. All tours begin at theFrank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center,another Wright design.

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SPRING GREENAmerican Players Theatre5950 Golf Course RdSpring Green, WI 53588608/588-2361www.playinthewoods.orgShakespeare and other classics performed inan outdoor amphitheater. Performances June-Oct, call or check Web site for schedule.Travel Green certified.

Cedar Grove Cheese, IncE5904 Mill RdPlain, WI 53577800/200-6020, 608/546-5284www.cedargrovecheese.comProducer of specialty and organic cheesessince 1878. Tours Mon-Sat 8:30am-1:30pmevery half-hour. Retail outlet open Mon-Sat8am-4:30pm, Sun 9am-1pm Call for winterhours.

House On The Rock Attraction5754 State Road 23Spring Green, WI 53588800/334-5275, 608/935-3639www.thehouseontherock.comWisconsin’s most popular single attraction; atreat for the imagination. Open May-Aug9am-6pm daily; Sep & Oct 9am-5pm daily;Nov & Dec 9am-5pm Thur-Mon; Jan to mid-March 9am-5pm Fri-Mon; mid-March thru Apr9am-5pm daily.

Taliesin Preservation, Inc and the TaliesinEstate5607 County Highway CSpring Green, WI 53588877/588-7900, 608/588-7900www.taliesinpreservation.orgThe Wisconsin home of famed architect FrankLloyd Wright. The estate includes Wright’shome, Hillside School, and the Frank LloydWright Visitor Center. Four tours are offeredMay-Oct, 9am-5:30pm. Call or check Web sitefor times. Travel Green certified.

Tower Hill State Park5808 County Road CSpring Green, WI 53588888/947-2757, 608/588-2116www.wiparks.netThe park’s restored shot tower and meltinghouse offer exhibits on lead shot making fromthe 1800s. Open May-Oct daily 6am-11pmwith overnight camping.

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Mineral Point & Dodgeville

A walk down Mineral Point streetsevokes a stroll through a Cornish village.Miners from Cornwall, England wereamong the first to settle here. Theirhomes and businesses, crafted of stone,have been carefully restored. The city’shistoric district includes early architectureof the Midwest, with many buildings pre-dating statehood. Today you find artistsand artisans in studios and galleries,along with antique and specialty shops.

Dodgeville is another of Wisconsin’searly mining towns. The Iowa CountyCourthouse, built in 1859, is the oldeststill in use in the state. Three miles northof the city, Governor Dodge State Parkoffers a pair of man-made lakes and5,000 acres of fun.■ For more information about Mineral Point,log on to www.mineralpoint.com or call888/764-6894. For more information aboutDodgeville, call 877/863-6343 or log on towww.dodgeville.com.

Mt. Horeb, Blue Mounds & Barneveld

Mt. Horeb wears its Scandinavian her-itage on its sleeve, or at least on its MainStreet. This thoroughfare is decoratedwith life-size, carved, wooden trolls – theclassic creatures of Scandinavian folklore.The quaint downtown includes specialtyshops, antique stores, artist studios andthe Mt. Horeb Mustard Museum.

Just west of Mt. Horeb, theScandinavian theme continues in thecommunity of Blue Mounds. There, LittleNorway features an 1850’s-eraNorwegian pioneer farmstead, and a“Stavekirke” (a wooden church) originallybuilt for Chicago’s 1893 ColumbianExposition. For a different kind of sight-seeing, stop at the Botham Vineyards &Winery in Barneveld.■ For more information about the Mt. Horebarea, log on to www.trollway.com or call888/765-5929.

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DODGEVILLE & MINERAL POINTDodge Mining Camp Cabin205 E Fountain StDodgeville, WI 53533608/935-5557www.dodgeville.comAn 1827 log cabin- the oldest building in IowaCounty - restored as an interpretive site. OpenMay 15-Sept 15, Wed 1-4pm.

Governor Dodge State Park4175 State Road 23Dodgeville, WI 53533888/947-2757, 608/935-2315www.wiparks.netWisconsin’s second largest state park withswimming, camping, boating & hiking. Opendaily 6am-11pm with overnight camping.Travel Green certified.

Grandview Folk Art7351 State Road 39Hollandale, WI 53544608/967-2140www.kohlerfoundation.org/nick.htmlSculpture garden & museum featuring theconcrete folk art of farmer Nick Engelbert(1881-1962). Open MD-LD daily 10am-4pm.

Museum of Minerals & Crystals4228 State Highway 23 NDodgeville, WI 53533608/935-5205Displays of rocks, minerals, crystals and fluo-rescents from around the world. Open Apr-Nov daily 9am-4pm, MD-LD until 5pm.

Orchard Lawn Museum234 Madison StMineral Point, WI 53565608/987-2884www.mineralpointhistory.org/orchard-lawn.htmlVictorian-era mansion with exhibits of localhistory. Open May-Sept, Fri & Sat 1-4:15pm,Sun 11am-2pm.

Pendarvis114 Shake Rag StreetMineral Point, WI 53565608/987-2122www.pendarvishistoricsite.orgWisconsin Historical Society site preservingminers’ homes from the 1840s; costumedinterpreters. Open May 12-Oct 31, daily10am-5pm; last tour begins at 4pm.

Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery16008 Pine Tree RdHighland, WI 53543800/236-5555, 608/929-7692www.spurgeonvineyards.comWinery tours and tastings. Open daily 10am-5pm with guided tours Apr-Oct (call for tourtimes).

MT. HOREB, BLUE MOUNDS &BARNEVELDBlue Mound State Park4350 Mounds Park RdBlue Mounds, WI 53517888/947-2757, 608/437-5711www.wiparks.netCamping, observation towers, swimming pool,mountain bike and nature trails. Open daily6am-11pm with overnight camping.

Botham Vineyards & Winery8180 Langberry RdBarneveld, WI 53507888/478-9463, 608/924-1412www.bothamvineyards.comVintner of regionally distinctive wines in tenvarieties. Self-guided walking tours and tast-ings Mar 1-31, Sat & Sun 10am-5pm; Apr 1-Dec 24, Wed-Sun 10am-5pm.

Cave of the Mounds2975 Cave Of The Mounds RdBlue Mounds, WI 53517608/437-3038www.caveofthemounds.comNatural limestone cave; a registered NationalNatural Landmark. Open daily year ‘round:Mar 15-Nov 15 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat & Sun9am-5pm; MD-LD daily 9am-6pm; Nov 15-Mar15 Sat & Sun 10am-4pm, Mon-Fri call forhours. Travel Green certified.

Little Norway3576 County Road JGBlue Mounds, WI 53517608/437-8211www.littlenorway.com1856 Norwegian farmstead and ’Stavkirke’.Open May-Oct 9am-5pm, July & Aug until7pm.

Mount Horeb Mustard Museum100 W Main StMount Horeb, WI 53572800/438-6878www.mustardmuseum.comThe world’s largest collection of mustard –more than 3,100 varieties. Open daily 10am-5pm.



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MadisonCapital and captivating, Madison

blends big city culture with small towncharm. The city center is dominated by theState Capitol, modeled after the Capitol inWashington, D.C. Its stunning rotunda isalways open to visitors. Saturday morningsfrom early spring to late fall, area farmerstransform the Capitol Square into anopen-air market. There’s everything fromtwenty varieties of bean sprouts to freshlymade summer sausage. The people-watching is unmatched.

Directly south of the Capitol, perchedon the edge of Lake Monona, is the cele-brated Monona Terrace Community andConvention Center. The center, complet-ed in 1996, is based on a 1938 design byone of Wisconsin’s most notable nativesons, Frank Lloyd Wright.

Downtown, internationally renownedarchitect Caesar Pelli designed theOverture Center, the city’s new $201 mil-lion performing and visual arts center.Completed in 2005, the facility’s soaringspaces include the galleries of theMadison Museum of Contemporary Art.

Nearby, a trio of museums is perfectfor a family outing. In the northwesterncorner of Capitol Square, the WisconsinHistorical Museum offers three floors offascinating exhibits from paleo-Indian cul-ture to contemporary social issues. Acrossthe street, the Wisconsin VeteransMuseum traces the state’s military historyfrom the Civil War to Desert Storm. Andjust around the corner in the 100 blockof State Street, the Madison Children’sMuseum celebrates imagination and play.

At the opposite end of downtownsprawls the University of Wisconsin cam-pus, a pleasant site for a leisurely stroll.Linking the Capitol and campus is theState Street pedestrian mall dotted withinteresting shopping and dining opportu-nities, as well as museums and galleries.

Nestled on a narrow isthmus betweentwo lakes, Madison has been recognizedas one of the country’s top canoe townsby Paddler magazine, as well as one ofthe 10 best bicycling cities by Bicyclingmagazine.

The city is also a perfect jumping-offpoint for day trips to dozens of pic-turesque communities in the beautifulsurrounding countryside. See page 53 forinformation about appealing side trips tothe Mount Horeb Mustard Museum,Cave of the Mounds and Little Norway.But visitors always want to return toMadison where everyone feels welcome.■ For more information about Madison, logon to www.visitmadison.com or call 800/373-6376.

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MADISONBetty Lou Cruises1001 Arboretum Dr Ste 204Madison, WI 53715608/246-3138www.bettyloucruises.comCruise Lake Mendota or Lake Monona aboardenclosed motor yachts. Open Apr 1-Oct 31;cruise times change with the seasons; call forreservations.

Chazen Museum of Art800 University AveMadison, WI 53706608/263-2246www.chazen.wisc.eduThe art museum of the University ofWisconsin. Exhibitions of national and inter-national art and artists. Open Tues-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat & Sun 11am-5pm,closed Mon.

Dane County Farmers MarketCapitol SquareMadison, WI 53701608/455-1999www.dcfm.orgThe largest farmer’s market in the country.Open Apr 15-Nov 7 Sat 6am-2pm, Wed8:30am-2pm.

Henry Vilas Zoo702 S Randall AveMadison, WI 53715608/266-4733www.vilaszoo.orgOne of the state’s finest zoos. No admissionfee. Grounds open daily 9:30am-5pm, animalhouses 10am- 4pm, visitor center 10am-4pm,children’s petting zoo open MD-LD.

Little A-Merrick-A Amusement Park700 E Main StMarshall, WI 53559888/607-7735, 608/655-3181www.littleamerricka.comThree small roller coasters, bumper cars, Ferriswheel, narrow gauge steam & diesel locomo-tives, and more. Diesel operates Mon-Fri;steam train on Sat & Sun. Open MD-LD dailynoon-6pm; Sept weekends 11am-4pm.

Madison Children’s Museum100 State StMadison, WI 53703608/256-6445www.madisonchildrensmuseum.orgHands-on museum for children age birth to 8and their families. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm,Sat 9am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm.

Madison Museum of Contemporary Art227 State StMadison, WI 53703608/257-0158www.mmoca.orgChanging exhibits of contemporary and mod-ern art. Open Tue-Wed 11am-5pm, Thur-Fri11am-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun noon-5pm,closed Mon.

Monona Terrace Community andConvention Center1 John Nolen DrMadison, WI 53703608/261-4000www.mononaterrace.comThe city’s state-of-the-art convention facilitybuilt from a design by Frank Lloyd Wrightoffers curvilinear forms, dramatic open spaces,and beautiful views of Lake Monona. One-hour tours offered daily at 1pm. Travel Greencertified.

Olbrich Botanical Gardens & BolzConservatory3330 Atwood AveMadison, WI 53704608/246-4550www.olbrich.org16 acres of outdoor gardens, plus a glass, indoortropical conservatory. Outdoor gardens openApr-Sept 8am-8pm, Oct 9am-6pm, Nov-Mar,9am-4pm. Bolz Conservatory open daily 10am-4pm, Sun ‘til 5pm. Travel Green certified.

University of Wisconsin Arboretum1207 Seminole HwyMadison, WI 53711608/263-7888uwarboretum.org1,260-acre outdoor ecology laboratory in theheart of the city. Arboretum trails open year-round 7am-10pm. Visitor Center open Mon-Fri9:30am–4pm, Sat & Sun 12:30-4pm.

StoughtonNestled in a bend of the Yahara River,

Stoughton celebrates its roots with fourhistoric districts including a historic MainStreet. A highlight of this stroll back intime is a tour of the Stoughton OperaHouse, the city’s 100-year-old restoredVictorian theatre. The downtown reflectsthe community’s Norwegian heritagewith gift and specialty shops, antiques,and art galleries.

Just north of the city, Lake Kegonsaoffers 3,800 acres of boating, swimmingand fishing fun. Lake Kegonsa State Parkis a popular choice; its 80 campsites, 6miles of trails, boat launch and beach area great way to beat the summer heat. Inthe winter the trails are open for cross-country skiing as well.■ For more information about Stoughton,log onto www.stoughtonwi.com or call888/873-7912.

University of Wisconsin Geology Museum1215 W Dayton StMadison, WI 53706608/262-1412www.geology.wisc.edu/~museum/Minerals, fossils and the magic of dinosaurbones. Open Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm, Sat9am-1pm.

Vitense Golfland5501 W Beltline HwyMadison, WI 53711608/271-1411www.vitense.comPar 3 course with USA Top 100 driving range,miniature golf, batting cages and more familyfun. Open year-round daily 8am-9:30pm, Fri &Sat ‘til 10:30pm.

Wisconsin’s Executive Residence99 Cambridge RoadMadison, WI 53704608/246-5501www.jessicadoyle.wi.govTour the home of Wisconsin’s governors, aclassical revival, 32-room mansion occupyingfour acres on Lake Mendota. Tours offeredApr-Aug, Thur only 1-3pm; special holidaytours offered in Dec, call or visit Web site fordays and times. Travel Green certified.

Wisconsin Historical Museum30 N. Carroll StMadison, WI 53703608/264-6555www.wisconsinhistory.org/museum/Wisconsin exhibits from prehistoric Indian cul-ture to contemporary social issues. Open Tues-Sat 9am-4pm, closed Sun & Mon.

Wisconsin State Capitol Building2 E Main StMadison, WI 53702608/266-0382www.wisconsin.govGuided tours of the newly-refurbished capitol.Tours Mon-Sat 9am-3pm on the hour; Sun 1-3pm on the hour (MD-LD a 4pm tour isadded).

Wisconsin Veterans Museum30 W Mifflin StMadison, WI 53703608/267-1799www.museum.dva.state.wi.usExhibits from the Civil War to Desert Storminclude dioramas & military aircraft. OpenMon-Sat 9am-4:30pm, plus Apr-Sept Sunnoon-4pm.

STOUGHTONLake Kegonsa State Park2405 Door Creek RdStoughton, WI 53589888/947-2527, 608/873-9695www.wiparks.netSeasonal camping, swimming, hiking, boatingand X-C skiing in a 340-acre park. Open 6am-11pm with overnight camping. Travel Greencertified.

Stoughton Opera House381 E Main StStoughton, WI 53589608/877-4400www.stoughtonoperahouse.com100-year-old restored Victorian opera house,now a performing arts center. Call or visit Website for performance schedules.

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Cambridge& Lake Mills

An engaging small town on the banksof Lake Ripley, Cambridge is famousthroughout the Midwest as the home ofRowe Pottery. The company’s retail outletanchors the downtown. Shoppers willalso enjoy the city’s restaurants, gift andantique shops. Nearby, Cam RockCounty Park offers a challenging systemof hiking, biking and cross-country skitrails.

Lake Mills, twelve miles north of FortAtkinson, is a charming Victorian com-munity on the shores of Rock Lake.Nearby, Aztalan State Park is one of themost important archeological sites in thestate – a stockaded village of the MiddleMississippian Indian culture.■ For more information about Cambridge,log on to www.cambridgewi.com or call608/423-3780. For more information aboutLake Mills, call 920/648-3585 or log on towww.lakemills.org.


Fort Atkinson Fort Atkinson is named for General

Henry Atkinson, who founded the city bybuilding a stockade fort on the site in1832. On Riverside Drive, you can visit areplica of that stockade. Another earlysettler and former Governor ofWisconsin, W.D. Hoard, is considered thefather of dairy farming in the state. His1869 mansion now houses a museumand dairy shrine. Today, Fort Atkinson isperhaps best known as the home of theFireside Dinner Theatre. Each year, theFireside presents a series of quality musi-cals performed by its professional theatercompany. The city’s many amenitiesinclude a scenic riverwalk along the RockRiver and a paved bike trail.■ For more information about Fort Atkinson,log on to www.fortchamber.com or call888/733-3678.

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CAMBRIDGE & LAKE MILLSAztalan MuseumN6284 County Hwy QLake Mills, WI 53551920/648-4632www.orgsites.com/wi/aztalanPioneer village museum with log and brickchurches, 1840’s cabins and school. Open May15-Sept Thurs-Sun noon-4pm.

Aztalan State Park1213 S Main StLake Mills, WI 53551920/648-8774www.wiparks.netDay-use park with hiking trails and replica ofIndian village stockade. Open 6am-11pm withno overnight camping. Travel Green certified.

Hinchley Dairy Farm Tours2844 State Road 73Cambridge, WI 53523608/764-5090www.dairyfarmtours.comA real dairy farm open for tours; 2,000-acresand a dairy herd of 100 cows. Open Apr 1-Oct31, tours 10am-2pm by reservation only.

Johnson Creek Premium OutletsState Highway 26Johnson Creek, WI 53038920/699-4111www.premiumoutlets.com/johnsoncreekMore than 60 popular name brand outletstores. Open Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 10am-6pm.

Rowe Pottery Works Company Store217 W Main StCambridge, WI 53523608/423-3935www.rowepottery.comFamous for its handmade salt-glazedstoneware and red ware pottery. Retail storeopen Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm, Fri-Sat 9am-6pm,Sun 11am-5pm.

FORT ATKINSONFireside Dinner Theatre1131 Janesville AveFort Atkinson, WI 53538800/477-9505, 920/563-9505www.firesidetheatre.comProfessional dinner theater staging six showsyearly. Open Wed-Sun. Call or visit Web sitefor performance schedule.

Glacial River Bike Trail26 South StFort Atkinson, WI 53538920/563-7781www.fortparksandrec.com/8.6-mile former railbed bike trail running southfrom downtown Fort Atkinson to theJefferson/Rock County line. Open year ‘roundduring daylight hours.

Hoard Historical Museum & National DairyShrine401 Whitewater AveFort Atkinson, WI 53538920/563-7769www.hoardmuseum.orgLocal history museum, plus the visitor’s centerof the National Dairy Shrine. Open MD-LDTues-Sat 9:30am-4:30pm, Sun 11am-3pm; LD-MD Tues-Sat 9:30am-3:30pm.


New GlarusSettled in 1845 by Swiss immigrants,

this picturesque community is a thrivingshowcase of Swiss heritage, architecture,customs, and cuisine. New Glarus resi-dents observe Swiss traditions through-out the year; expect to hear plenty ofyodeling and alphorns in a village famousas “America’s Little Switzerland.”Notable annual events include the HeidiFestival and Polka Fest, both in June, theWilhelm Tell Festival over the Labor Dayweekend, and Octoberfest in the fall.■ For more information about New Glarus,log on to www.swisstown.com or call800/527-6838.

MonroeMonroe is all about cheese. The art

and business of making cheese has keptthe city thriving for more than 100 years.Local cheese factories welcome visitorswith samples and retail sales. You canpair your favorite cheeses with a localbrew; the town’s Minhas Craft Brewery,founded in 1845, is the oldest continuallyoperated brewery in the Midwest pro-ducing the smooth lagers, ales and bockbeers of the Berghoff label.

Downtown, the Green CountyCourthouse, an imposing Romanesque-style building dating from 1891 with a120-foot clock tower, anchors Monroe’stown square. Round out your tour withvisits to Turner Hall, the HistoricCheesemaking Center, and the MonroeArts Center.

Monroe is also a trailhead for the 47-mile Cheese Country Trail, popular withATVers and motorcyclists. Bicyclists preferthe Badger State Trail, a 33-mile railbedconversion highlighted by the 120-year-old Stewart Tunnel between Monticelloand Belleville.■ For more information about Monroe, logon to www.monroechamber.org or call608/325-7648. For Green County, log on towww.greencounty.org or call 888/222-9111.


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NEW GLARUS & MONROEHistoric Cheesemaking Center2108 6th AveMonroe, WI 53566608/325-4636www.greencounty.orgTells the history of cheesemaking in GreenCounty. Open daily Apr 1-Oct 31, 9am-4pm.

Minhas Craft Brewery1208 14th AveMonroe, WI 53566608/325-3191www.minhasbrewery.comFounded in 1845. Total production is 100,000barrels per year in 14 varieties. Enjoy productsamples in The Lazy Mutt Lounge. Guidedtours Mon at 11 am, Tues-Thur at 1 pm, Fri &Sat at 1 & 3 pm.

Monroe Arts Center1315 11th StMonroe, WI 53566608/325-5700www.monroeartscenter.comGallery exhibits and performing arts center.Gallery open Tues-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat 9am-1pm.

New Glarus Brewing CompanyCounty Rd W At State Road 69New Glarus, WI 53574608/527-5850www.newglarusbrewing.comSmall brewer of outstanding beer and ale.Self-guided tours and tastings Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat & Sun 1-5pm.

New Glarus Woods State ParkW5446 County Highway NNNew Glarus, WI 53574608/527-2335www.wiparks.net431-acre park with secluded campsites and 7miles of hiking trails. Open daily 6am-11pmwith overnight camping. Travel Green certified.

Sugar River State TrailW5446 County Highway NNNew Glarus, WI 53574608/527-2334www.wiparks.net23-mile multi-use railbed trail between NewGlarus & Brodhead. Open daily during day-light hours. Travel Green certified.

Swiss Historical Village Museum612 7th AveNew Glarus, WI 53574608/527-2317www.swisshistoricalvillage.org14 buildings display pioneer life & the area’sSwiss heritage. Open daily May-Oct 10am-4pm.

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parkland on the banks of the Rock River,Janesville is truly “Wisconsin’s ParkPlace.” Outdoor attractions include theRotary Botanical Gardens, a 20-acre inter-national showcase of botanic gardens.Indoors, The Armory, built in 1930, hasbeen renovated into a venue for profes-sional dinner theater. The JanesvillePerforming Arts Center, another indoorcharmer, graces Main Street with a fullseason of theater, music and dance.

Approximately twenty percent ofWisconsin’s buildings listed on theNational Register of Historic Places can befound in Janesville including the Lincoln-Tallman House, Wisconsin’s only privateresidence where Abraham Lincoln slept.

Five miles to the northeast, visit theMilton House Museum. This 1844 stage-coach inn was once a station on theUnderground Railroad, complete with asecret tunnel.■ For more information about the Janesvillearea, log on to www.janesvillecvb.com or call800/487-2757.

BeloitBeloit celebrates a rich history. Beloit

College made Beloit home beforeWisconsin became a state. Its campusincludes Native American effigy moundsthat date back to 700 AD. The city’s NewEngland heritage is preserved in its reno-vated downtown, historic neighbor-hoods, and living museums. A lovelyriverfront hosts evening concerts underthe stars as well as activities for the entirefamily. Beloit is home to several first-classattractions including the Beckman Mill –one of the only working gristmills inWisconsin.■ For more information about Beloit, log onto www.visitbeloit.com or call 800-423-5648.


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JANESVILLEHelen Jeffris Wood Museum Center426 N Jackson StJanesville, WI 53548608/756-4509www.rchs.us/woodmuseum.htmVisual arts exhibited in a 1912 Prairie-stylehome. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.

Lincoln-Tallman House440 N Jackson StJanesville, WI 53548800/577-1859, 608/756-4509www.rchs.us26-room Italianate-style mansion, newly refur-bished. Open June-Sep daily 10am-3pm, plusholiday tours late Nov-Dec 10am-3pm.

Milton House Museum18 S Janesville StMilton, WI 53563608/868-7772www.miltonhouse.org1844 stagecoach inn that was once a stationon the underground railroad. Open Sat & Sunin May 10am-5pm, MD-LD daily 10am-5pm.

Rock Aqua Jays Waterski Shows600 N Parker DrJanesville, WI 53545800/487-2757, 608/757-3171www.rockaquajays.orgOne of the top waterski show teams in thenation, well-known for their star doubles,barefoot skiing and pyramid acts.Performances MD-LD Wed & Sun at 7pm,(6:30pm in Aug).

Rotary Gardens1455 Palmer DrJanesville, WI 53545608/752-3885www.rotarygardens.org15-acre, internationally themed botanical gar-den. Gardens open daily dawn to dusk.

The Armory10 S High StJanesville, WI 53548866/995-7400, 608/741-7400www.janesvillearmory.comProfessional dinner theater in a renovatedWWII armory. Call or visit Web site for perfor-mance schedule.

Wisconsin Wagon Company507 Laurel AveJanesville, WI 53548608/754-0026www.wisconsinwagon.comManufacturers of quality wooden toys includ-ing their trademark coaster wagon. Tours Mon& Tues mornings, by appointment.

BELOITAngel Museum656 Pleasant StBeloit, WI 53511608/362-9099www.angelmuseum.comThe largest privately held angel collection inthe world. Open Tues-Sat 10am-4pm, plus Sunin June, July & Aug only 1-4pm.

Beckman Mill11600 S County Road HBeloit, WI 53511608/362-4703www.beckmanmill.orgOne of Wisconsin’s few restored, workinggristmills. Open May-Oct Sat & Sun 1-4pm.

Beloit Snappers Baseball2101 Cranston RdBeloit, WI 53511888/762-7248, 608/362-2272www.snappersbaseball.comClass A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins.Season Apr-Sept. Call or visit Web site forschedule.

Hanchett-Bartlett Homestead2149 St Lawrence AveBeloit, WI 53511608/365-7835www.beloithistoricalsociety.com/hanchett.htm1857 Victorian farmstead with barn, 1873 oneroom schoolhouse, and smokehouse. OpenJune thru mid-Sept Sat 1-4pm.

Logan Museum of Anthropology, BeloitCollege700 College StBeloit, WI 53511608/363-2677www.beloit.edu/logan/index.phpA collection of more than 225,000 ethno-graphic and archeological artifacts fromaround the world. Open Tues-Sun 11am-4pm.

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Lake Geneva &Walworth County

Lake Geneva has been a resort com-munity since just after the Civil War,when wealthy Chicago families discov-ered the area and began building sum-mer homes here. Today the elegant,often historic estates still ring the lake.Most are privately owned and can onlybe viewed from the water aboard any ofthe lake’s scheduled cruises, or by footvia the 21-mile Shore Path that circles thelake.

While the area’s three lakes continueto entrance visitors, water recreation isnot the only activity to enjoy here. Thearea features splendid golf courses, his-toric buildings, luxury resorts and lovelybed & breakfast inns.

The neighboring communities ofDelavan, Elkhorn and Williams Bay offer anumber of attractions that make forgreat day trips. Hombres young and oldwill want to visit Watson’s Wild WestMuseum in Elkhorn. This dairy-barn-turned-western-museum offers a generalstore, buffalo heads, covered wagons, talltales and a singing cowboy. Five milessouth in Williams Bay you can tour theYerkes Observatory on Saturday morn-ings.

In the northeastern corner of thecounty, tour the extensive trolley collec-tion of the East Troy Electric RailroadMuseum. The museum offers a ten-mileround trip from their historic depot.■ For more information about Lake Geneva,log on to www.lakegenevawi.com or call800/345-1020. For more information aboutWalworth County, call 800/395-8687 or log on to www.visitwalworthcounty.com.


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LAKE GENEVA & WALWORTH COUNTYAnimal Gardens5065 State Road 50Delavan, WI 53115262/728-8200www.animalgardens.comPetting zoo, plus animal shows featuring theMagical Dancing Horses. Open May Sat & Sunonly 10am-4pm; June, July & Aug open daily10am-4pm; Sep & Oct open Sat & Sun only10am-4pm.

East Troy Electric Railroad Museum2002 Church StEast Troy, WI 53120262/642-3263www.easttroyrr.orgMuseum memorabilia and a 10-mile round-triptrolley ride. Open mid-May to mid-June, Sat &Sun only; mid-June thru Aug, Wed-Sun; Sep,Fri-Sun; Oct, Sat & Sun only. See Web site fortrolley departure times.

Lake Geneva Cruise Line812 Wrigley DrLake Geneva, WI 53147800/558-5911, 262/248-6206www.cruiselakegeneva.comNarrated sightseeing, luncheon, dinner &Dixieland cruises. Daily cruises May-Oct; Sat &Sun cruises only in late Apr & early Nov. Call orvisit Web site for departure times.

Watson’s Wild West MuseumW4865 Potter RdElkhorn, WI 53121262/723-7505www.watsonswildwestmuseum.com1880s general store of the American West;guided tours, tall tales, cowboy poetry. OpenTues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm.

Webster House Museum9 E Rockwell StElkhorn, WI 53121262/723-4248www.geocities.com/walcohistoryCivil War and Victorian memorabilia in thehome of the “Sweet By-and-By” composer.Open mid-May to mid-Oct Wed-Sat 1-5pm.

Yerkes Observatory373 W Geneva StWilliams Bay, WI 53191262/245-5555astro.uchicago.edu/yerkesWorld’s largest lens-type telescope. Tours Satonly at 10am, 11am & noon.


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ColumbusWith more than two hundred century-

old commercial and residential buildings,Columbus presents an almost perfectportrait of the late 19th century.Downtown, the Farmer’s and MerchantsUnion Bank, built in 1919, is a remark-able example of renowned architect LouisSullivan’s style; an elaborate terra cottafaçade accented with stained glass win-dows. The Colonial Carriage WorksShowroom on Dickason Blvd. displays anamazing collection of restored horsedrawn sleighs and carriages. Nearby, theColumbus Antique Mall is Wisconsin’slargest.■ For more information about Columbus,log on to www.cityofcolumbuswi.com or call920/623-3699.

PortageThe city of Portage marks an ancient

overland portage that was a strategic linkbetween the Fox and Wisconsin Rivers. In1828, Fort Winnebago was built to pro-tect the site. Thirty years later, a two-milecanal was hand-dug joining the tworivers. Today, visitors can tour a restoredsection of the canal. Tours of theSurgeon’s Quarters and the IndianAgency House – all that’s left of old FortWinnebago – are also offered. The localmuseum honors the city’s most famousdaughter, Pulitzer prize-winning authorZona Gale.■ For more information about the Portagearea, log on to www.portagewi.com or call800/474-2525.


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PORTAGEAmerican Legion State Headquarters &Museum2930 American Legion DrPortage, WI 53901608/745-1090www.wilegion.orgBuilt in 2001, the state headquarters includesa museum of Legion memorabilia. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

Cascade Mountain Ski & Snowboard AreaW10441 Cascade Mountain RdPortage, WI 53901800/992-2754, 608/742-5588www.cascademountain.com35 runs, five terrain parks, ten hi-speed lifts,snow tubing park, and state-of-the-art snow-making. Open in season Sun-Thur 9:30am-9:30pm, Fri, Sat & holidays 9am-10pm.

Historic Indian Agency HouseAgency House RoadPortage, WI 53901608/742-6362www.portagewi.comUsed by agent John Kinzie from 1832-45.Restored with period furniture. Open May 15-Oct 15 daily 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

MacKenzie Environmental CenterW7303 County Road CSPoynette, WI 53955608/635-8110www.mackenziecenter.com/Deer, buffalo & wolves, interpretive exhibits,nature trails, observation tower, and anarboretum. Grounds open year-round dawn-dusk. Exhibits open May thru mid-Oct daily8am-4pm; mid-Oct thru April, Mon-Fri 8am-4pm.

Museum at the Portage804 MacFarlane RoadPortage, WI 53901608/742-6682www.portagemuseum.orgZona Gale’s former home, now a museum oflocal history. Open Mar thru mid-Dec Thurs &Sat 1-4pm.

Surgeon’s Quarters Of Fort WinnebagoW8687 State Road 33Portage, WI 53901608/742-2949www.portagewi.comThe only remaining building of the originalFort Winnebago. Open May 15-Oct 15 Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

COLUMBUSColonial Carriage Works Showroom134 N Dickason BlvdColumbus, WI 53925920/623-1998www.colonialcarriage.comAmerica’s finest selection of horse drawnsleighs, carriages and related equipment dis-played in a renovated historic building. OpenMon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm.

Columbus Antique Mall & Museum239 Whitney StColumbus, WI 53925920/623-1992www.columbusantiquemall.com80,000 square feet of antiques displayed andsold by 222 dealers in 444 booths. Open daily8:15am-4pm.


Horicon Marsh& Dodge County

Dodge County’s Horicon Marsh is a32,000-acre complex of open water,wetlands, prairie and woods. The marshis home to one of the widest arrays ofplants, animals and birds in the Midwestand is one of the most important wet-land habitats in the country. There are anumber of ways to explore the marsh,including canoeing, kayaking, auto tours,guided boat tours, hiking trails or a strollon the popular floating boardwalk locat-ed in the northwest corner of the marsh.Stop at the marsh’s all-new InternationalEducation Center for maps and areainformation.

Dodge County’s 34-mile Wild GooseState Trail has a smooth surface perfectfor bicycling and hiking. Fox Lake, BeaverDam Lake and Lake Emily are three ofthe county’s top fishing spots. TheCrawfish and Rock Rivers make excellentpaddling trips. Dodge County Parks offerfamily camping and well-maintainedboat launches. In southern DodgeCounty, Ashippun has a honey-of-a-museum.■ For more information on Dodge County,visit www.dodgecounty.com or call 800/414-0101.


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HORICON MARSH & DODGE COUNTYDodge County Historical Museum105 Park AveBeaver Dam, WI 53916920/887-1266www.mlsm.org/dodgecountymuseums.htm#DoLocal history displayed in the former countycourthouse. Open Tues-Sat 1-4pm.

Honey Acres - ’Honey of a Museum’N1557 State Road 67Ashippun, WI 53003800/558-7745, 920/474-4411www.honeyacres.comAll about bees and honey; nature walk, giftshop, honey tasting. Open Mon-Fri 9am-3:30pm; plus May 15-Oct 30 Sat & Sun noon-4pm.

Horicon Marsh Boat Tours/ Blue HeronLanding311B Mill StHoricon, WI 53032800/814-4474, 920/485-4663www.horiconmarsh.comMarsh tours aboard a 28-foot pontoon boat,plus canoe & kayak rentals. Open Sat & Sun inApr (canoe/kayak only); daily pontoon toursMay-Sept at 1pm; Oct tours Mon-Fri at 1pm,Sat & Sun at 10am, 1 & 3pm. Call for reserva-tions or visit Web site. Travel Green certified.Horicon Marsh International EducationCenterN7725 State Road 28Horicon, WI 53032920/387-7860www.horiconmarsh.orgObservation deck, displays & exhibits, trailsand naturalist programs. Visitor center openyear-round Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm, plus Sat& Sun Apr 15-May & Sept 15-Oct.Horicon National Wildlife RefugeW4279 Headquarters RdMayville, WI 53050920/387-2658www.fws.gov/midwest/horiconDisplays, exhibits, observation area. VisitorCenter open Mon-Fri 7:30am-4pm, plus week-ends in Sept-Oct (call for hours).

Marsh Haven Nature CenterW10145 State Road 49Waupun, WI 53963920/324-5818www.marshhaven.comDisplays, exhibits, observation tour, hiking trail.Nature center open May 15-Nov 15 Mon-Fri10am-4pm, Sat & Sun 9:30am-5pm.Nancy’s Notions Retail Store333 Beichl AveBeaver Dam, WI 53916800/833-0690, 920/887-0391www.nancysnotions.comRetail outlet for sewing notions featured onPBS’s “Sewing with Nancy.” Open Mon, Tues,Wed, & Fri 10am-5pm, Thurs 10am-8pm, Sat9am-4pm.Octagon House/First Kindergarten919 Charles StWatertown, WI 53094920/261-2796www.watertownhistory.org/Five-story, 57-room pre-Civil War home, com-pletely furnished. Tours May 1-MD daily 11am-3pm, MD-LD daily 10am-4pm, LD-Oct daily11am-3pm.

The Market Specialty Shopping Mall210 S Water StWatertown, WI 53094920/262-2348www.themarketmall.com/1870s lumberyard transformed into 14 special-ty shops. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun11am-4pm.

Widmer’s Cheese Cellars, Inc214 W Henni StTheresa, WI 53091888/878-1107, 920/488-2503www.widmerscheese.comFamily owned and operated since 1922.Observation window. Pre-arranged tours byreservation. Retail outlet open Mon-Fri6:30am-5pm, Sat 7am-5pm, Sun (June-Octonly) 10am-4pm.

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MilwaukeeNew world-class attractions added to

our beautiful lakefront location and excit-ing enhancements made to classicMilwaukee hot spots make it, without adoubt, the “City of Cool.”

One hundred and five years in themaking, the world’s only Harley-DavidsonMuseum opened in July 2008, taking theshores of Milwaukee by storm. Locatedjust minutes from downtown on twentyacres of land along the MenomoneeRiver, the museum complex offersexhibits, dining options, a retail shop andoutdoor public spaces that are a destina-tion unto themselves.

Now that Potawatomi Bingo Casino’s$240 million expansion is complete, thistop Midwest entertainment destinationoffers even more excitement. Visitors canexpect to find not only a world-classgaming facility, but award-winning diningoptions and Vegas-style entertainment.

Happy Days are here again! The Kingof Cool, Arthur “The Fonz” Fonzerelli,now resides on the eastern bank of theMilwaukee River along the city’sRiverWalk in the form of a bronze statue.Complete with leather jacket and signa-ture double thumbs-up, this life-sizedlikeness of the pop culture icon providesa perfect photo opportunity, addinganother great element to the Milwaukeeexperience.

Combine these with an unbeatablearts and culture scene, a non-stop seasonof festivals that explore the city’s diversity,an eclectic variety of museums and ethnicrestaurants that bring the tastes of theworld to the shore of Lake Michigan andyou’ve got an unbeatable destination. ■ For more information about Milwaukee,log on to www.visitmilwaukee.org or call800/554-1448.

MILWAUKEEBasilica of St. Josaphat2333 S 6th StMilwaukee, WI 53215414/645-5623www.thebasilica.org95-year-old landmark designed after St. Peter’sin Rome. Recently restored. Open Mon-Fri9am-4pm. Tours Sun after 10am Mass.

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum929 E Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53202414/390-5437www.bbcmkids.orgMuseum designed especially for children 1-10.Open year ‘round Tues-Sat 9am-5pm & Sunnoon-5pm; plus Mon 9am-5pm June-Aug.

Boerner Botanical Gardens5879 S 92nd StHales Corners, WI 53130414/425-1130www.countyparks.com50-acre formal botanical garden. Open Apr-Oct 8am-dusk.

Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion2000 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233414/931-0808www.pabstmansion.comBuilt in 1892 for the founder of Pabst Brewery;now a cultural museum. Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm & Sun noon-4pm (closed Mon mid-Janthru Feb).

Charles Allis Art Museum1801 N Prospect AveMilwaukee, WI 53202414/278-8295www.cavtmuseums.orgTudor-style mansion with tours and gallery ofchanging art exhibits. Open Wed-Sun 1-5pm.

Discovery World at Pier Wisconsin500 N Harbor DrMilwaukee, WI 53202414/765-9966www.discoveryworld.orgA hands-on, interactive exploratory for familiesconnecting technology and theGreat Lakes. Includes the tall ship S/V DenisSullivan, a 137’, three-masted Great Lakesschooner. Open Tues-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat & Sun10am-5pm.


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Haggerty Museum of Art530 N 13th StMilwaukee, WI 53233414/288-1669www.marquette.edu/haggertyMarquette University art museum, showcasingprimitive to modern art. Contemporaryexhibits in all media. Open Mon-Sat 10am-4:30pm, Thurs until 8pm, Sun noon-5pm.

Harley-Davidson Museum400 Canal StMilwaukee, WI 53201877/436-8738, 414/287-2700www.harley-davidson.comThe Harley-Davidson story told through pho-tos, videos, exhibits, apparel, rare documentsand other fascinating artifacts. Open May-Octdaily 9am-6pm, Wed ’til 8pm; Nov-Apr Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-6pm.

Harley-Davidson, Inc11700 W Capitol DrWauwatosa, WI 53222877/883-1450, 414/535-3666www.harley-davidson.comFree one-hour tours show how Harleys areborn. Open May-Oct daily 9am-6pm, Weduntil 8pm; Nov-Apr Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat &Sun 9am-6pm.

Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater & DanielM Soref Planetarium800 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233414/319-4629www.mpm.edu/imax/index.phpThe only true IMAX theater in Wisconsin, with275 seats. Call or visit Web site for titles andshow times.

Lake Express High Speed Ferry2330 S Lincoln Memorial DrMilwaukee, WI 53207866/914-1010www.lake-express.comCarferry service between Milwaukee andMuskegon, Michigan. 2.5-hour crossingaboard an ultra-modern vessel. 3 round-tripsdaily in summer; 2 in spring and fall. SailingApr-Oct; call or visit Web site for departures.Travel Green certified.

Lakefront Brewery, Inc1872 N Commerce StMilwaukee, WI 53212414/372-8800www.lakefrontbrewery.comCharacter, charm and award-winning beers.Tours followed by tastings MD-LD daily at 2 &3pm; LD-MD Fri at 3pm, Sat at 1, 2 & 3pm.Travel Green certified.

Miller Brewing Company4251 W State StMilwaukee, WI 53208800/944-5483, 414/931-2337www.millerbrewing.comTour of the packaging and shipping centers,brew house and museum. Tours daily10:30am-3:30pm; call for availability update.

Miller Park1 Brewers WayMilwaukee, WI 53214800/933-7890, 414/902-4005milwaukeebrewers.comTours include the dugout, clubhouse, pressbox, luxury suites, and Bob Uecker’s broadcastbooth. Call to confirm tour dates & times.

Milwaukee Art Museum700 N Art Museum DrMilwaukee, WI 53202414/224-3200www.mam.orgAncient to modern art. Visit the newCalatrava-designed Quadracci Pavilion andBurke Brise Soleil. Open Tues-Sun 10am-5pm;Thurs ‘til 8pm. Closed Mon except holidays.

Milwaukee County Historical SocietyMuseum910 N Old World 3rd StMilwaukee, WI 53203414/273-8288www.milwaukeecountyhistsoc.orgLandmark building with two floors of historicalexhibits. Open Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm, Sat10am-5pm & Sun 1-5pm.

Milwaukee County Zoo10001 W Bluemound RdMilwaukee, WI 53226414/771-5500www.milwaukeezoo.orgA terrific collection of animals, birds & reptilesfrom around the world. Open daily May-Sept9am-5pm; Oct-Apr Mon-Sat 9am-4:30pm, Sun& holidays 9am-6pm.

Milwaukee Public Museum800 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233414/278-2700www.mpm.eduExhibits range from a Costa Rican rain forestto life-size animated dinosaurs and “ButterfliesAlive.” Open Mon 9am-4pm, Wed-Sat 9am-4pm & Sun 11am-3pm; closed Tues.

Mitchell Park Conservatory Domes524 S Layton BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53215414/649-8126www.countyparks.com/horticulture/domesThree domes display the flora of a rain forest,a desert and a seasonal display. Open daily9am-5pm.

Pettit National Ice Center500 S 84th StMilwaukee, WI 53214414/266-0100www.thepettit.comThe largest ice center in the country as well asan Olympic training complex. Open daily year‘round; call or check Web site or call for publicskating schedule.

BELOW: MITCHELL PARK CONSERVATORY DOMES. BELOW RIGHT:DISCOVERY WORLD AT PIER WISCONSIN. FACING PAGE:POTAWATOMI BINGO CASINO.


Harley DavidsonMuseum

105 years in the making, theHarley-Davidson Museum opened itsdoors to the public in 2008. Locatedin downtown Milwaukee, the130,000 square foot museum occupiesa unique 20-acre parcel surroundedon three sides by the MenomoneeRiver.

The Museum brings passion alivethrough the stories of the people,products, culture and history ofHarley-Davidson. Every gallery andexhibit is an astonishing testament tothe legendary bikes, the people whobuilt them and, of course, every indi-vidual who ever felt their powerfulrumble on a long stretch of asphalt.

The Harley-Davidson story is toldthrough a fantastic collection of vin-tage motorcycles, photographs,videos, apparel, rare documents andother fascinating artifacts. You canpeek into a portion of the company’sArchives never before open to thepublic, take a guided, behind-the-scenes tour, grab a hearty meal orsnack from Motor or Cafe Racer, strollthe museum’s river walk, or check outthe Living Legend walls and plazas.

The museum adds a whole newdimension to the Harley-Davidsonexperience. Visitors from around theworld will get a feel for the freedom,camaraderie and pride that Harley-Davidson riders experience everytime they fire up their motorcycles.

Enjoy the ride!

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Potawatomi Bingo & Casino1721 W Canal StMilwaukee, WI 53233800/729-7244, 414/645-6888www.paysbig.comHigh-stakes bingo and slot machines & a fabu-lous new performing arts center. Open 24/7.

Reiman Publications Visitor Center &Country Store Outlet5602 Broad StGreendale, WI 53129414/423-3080www.reimanpub.comVisitors can see a working test kitchen, talkwith a company rep, or shop the CountryStore outlet. Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Thuruntil 8pm.

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center1111 E Brown Deer RdMilwaukee, WI 53217414/352-2880www.schlitzauduboncenter.com185-acre wildlife sanctuary. Open daily 9am-5pm.

Sprecher Brewing Co, Inc701 W Glendale AveGlendale, WI 53209414/964-2739www.sprecherbrewery.comCraft brewers of fine beers and sodas. Toursyear-round Fri at 4pm & Sat at 1, 2 & 3pm;June-Aug tours also Mon & Wed at 4pm.Reservations required.

St. Joan of Arc Chapel1442 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233414/288-6873www.marquette.edu/chapel/15th century French chapel reconstructed onthe campus of Marquette University in 1965.Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun noon-4pm.

Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum2220 N Terrace AveMilwaukee, WI 53202414/271-3656www.cavtmuseums.org15th-20th century decorative arts, galleries, &programs. Open Wed-Sun 1-5pm.

Wehr Nature Center9701 W College AveFranklin, WI 53132414/425-8550countyparks.com/horticultureMilwaukee County park with trails, prairie,woodlands, wetlands, a 20-acre lake, & naturecenter. Center open daily 8am-4:30pm.

William F. Eisner Museum of Advertising & Design208 N Water StMilwaukee, WI 53202414/847-3290www.eisnermuseum.org/home.shtmRecord a radio commercial, enjoy changingexhibits and see history in a new way. OpenWed 11am-5pm, Thurs 11am-8pm, Fri 11am-5pm, Sat noon-5pm, & Sun 1-5pm.

Wisconsin Black Historical Society Museum2620 W Center StMilwaukee, WI 53206414/372-7677www.wbhsm.orgExhibits focus on the historical, economic andsocial impact of African American labor. OpenMon-Fri noon-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm.

Wisconsin State Fair Park8200 W Greenfield AveWest Allis, WI 53214800/884-3247, 414/266-7000www.wistatefair.comA 200-acre entertainment complex that is thehome of the Wisconsin State Fair, the PettitNational Ice Center, the Milwaukee Mile, and ayear ‘round slate of events hosted in the ExpoCenter. Call or visit Web site for schedule.Travel Green certified.

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CedarburgWith more than 100 registered his-

toric buildings within the downtown dis-trict and a burgeoning arts community,this historic mill town offers an eclecticmix of arts and architecture.Consistently ranked as a favorite small-town getaway by visitors, Cedarburg’snatural beauty provides the perfect set-ting for a day exploring charming special-ty stores and art galleries, cozy restau-rants and historic inns. A full calendar offestivals, entertainment and specialevents combine to make Cedarburg adelightful destination... only 20 minutesnorth of Milwaukee.■ For more information about Cedarburg,log on to www.cedarburg.org or call800/237-2874.

CEDARBURGCedar Creek SettlementN70W6340 Bridge RdCedarburg, WI 53012866/626-7005, 262/377-4763www.cedarcreeksettlement.comBrowse through 30 shops, galleries and a win-ery in this restored 1864 woolen mill. OpenMon-Thurs 10am-5pm, Fri 10am-8pm, Sat10am-6pm & Sun 11am-5pm.

Cedar Creek WineryN70W6340 Bridge RdCedarburg, WI 53012800/827-8020, 262/377-8020www.cedarcreekwinery.comAward winning wines from Wisconsin. Tours &tastings Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am- 5pm.

Cedarburg Cultural CenterW62 N546 Washington AveCedarburg, WI 53012262/375-3676www.cedarburgculturalcenter.orgVisual and performing arts center with chang-ing art exhibits. Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm,Sun noon-4pm.

General Store Museum & Visitor CenterW61 N480 Washington AveCedarburg, WI 53012800/237-2874, 262/377-9620www.cedarburg.orgHistoric building displaying antique packaging& advertising art. Houses the CedarburgVisitors Center. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat10am-3pm, & Sun 11am-3pm (closed Sun Jan-Mar).

PORT WASHINGTONHarrington Beach State Park531 County Road DBelgium, WI 53004262/285-3015www.wiparks.netDay-use 637-acre state park offering hiking,fishing, picnic areas, nature and cross-countryski trails. Open daily 6am-11pm with noovernight camping.

Interurban TrailPO Box 143Port Washington, WI 53074800/403-9898, 262/284-9288www.interurbantrail.usA 30-mile paved biking & X-C ski trail that tra-verses Ozaukee County, north to south.Seasonal biking, hiking, in-line skating & X-Cskiing during daylight hours.

Pioneer Village of Ozaukee County4880 County Road ISaukville, WI 53080262/377-4510www.co.ozaukee.wi.us/ochsLiving history museum with 17 buildings from1840-1907. Open MD to mid-Oct Sat & Sunnoon-5pm.

Port Washington Lighthouse &Lightstation Museum311 Johnson StPort Washington, WI 53074262/284-7240www.portwashingtonhistoricalsociety.orgRestored 1860 light station and museum.Open Sat 11am-4pm & Sun noon-4pm.

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turesque harbor, Port Washington is ascharming as any coastal village. Comingdown the hill toward Lake Michigan, theinitial view of the city is captivating. Thedowntown is adjacent to the harbor andmarina. It looks historic, and it is with thelargest collection of pre-Civil War build-ings in the state. Walking tours take visi-tors through the historic district, pastlighthouses and memorials. Enjoy special-ty shops, including an old-fashionedmeat market and fish smokehouse, locat-ed in these historic storefronts. Enjoy oneof the city’s lakefront festivals, spend aday sport fishing on the lake, or bike the30-mile, paved Interurban Trail.

Three miles inland at Saukville, tourthe Pioneer Village, a collection of his-toric buildings dating to 1840. To thenorth along the lakeshore, HarringtonBeach State Park offers a mile of pristinebeach along Lake Michigan■ For more information about PortWashington, call 800/719-4881 or log on towww.portwashingtontourism.com.

BELOW: CEDAR CREEK WINERY IN CEDARBURG. BOTTOM: HISTORIC COVERED BRIDGE NEAR CEDARBURG.

Turn over a new leaf. When you’re finished with this guide, recycle it. Better yet, pass it along to a friend.



West Bend &WashingtonCounty

With the rolling hills of the KettleMoraine to the north and the Milwaukeemetro area to the south, WashingtonCounty is a rich blend of industry andrecreation.

In West Bend, The Museum ofWisconsin Art displays the exquisitepaintings of German/American masterCarl Von Marr. More than twenty worksof contemporary art can be enjoyed on astroll along the intriguing West BendSculpture Walk. The city’s windingRiverwalk provides gorgeous views of theMilwaukee River. West Bend is alsoknown as the “Geocaching Capital ofthe Midwest,” offering more than 450caches within a 7-mile radius.

In the southern half of the county, theWisconsin Automotive Museum inHartford displays a rare collection ofKissel, Nash and Pierce-Arrow automo-biles. Travelers from around the worldvisit the Shrine of Mary at Holy Hill nearHubertus; the church built high atop thehill is said to have a mysterious healingpower. In the southeastern corner of thecounty, Germantown has preserved its“old world” heritage in the DheinsvilleHistoric Park.■ For more information about WashingtonCounty, call 888/974-8687 or log on towww.visitwashingtoncounty.com.

WASHINGTON COUNTYCabela’s - Richfield3048 Pioneer RdRichfield, WI 53076262/628-5700www.cabelas.comOne of two Cabela’s retail stores in Wisconsin.Everything for the outdoorsman. Open Mon-Sat 8am-9pm, Sun 9am-6pm.

Dheinsville Settlement & Bast BellMuseumHoly Hill RdGermantown, WI 53022262/628-3170www.visitwashingtoncounty.comHistoric buildings from Germantown’s past anda collection of 5,000 bells. Open April-OctWed-Sun 1-4pm.

Holy Hill National Shrine of Mary1525 Carmel RdHubertus, WI 53033262/628-1838www.holyhill.comReligious shrine with a beautiful church builthigh atop a glacial hill. Church, shrine andgrounds open daily 5am-5pm.

Kettle Moraine State Forest - Pike Lake3544 Kettle Moraine RdHartford, WI 53027262/670-3400www.wiparks.net678-acre park highlighted by Powder Hill, a1,350-foot glacial kame, with panoramicviews. Open 6am-11pm with overnight camp-ing.

Old Courthouse Square Museum320 S 5th AveWest Bend, WI 53095262/335-4678www.historyisfun.comMuseum of local history. Open Wed-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm, Sun 1-4:30pm.

Riveredge Nature Center4458 W Hawthorne DrNewburg, WI 53060800/287-8098, 262/375-2715www.riveredge.us350-acre sanctuary with a great nature centeralong the banks of the Milwaukee River.Nature Center open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat &Sun noon-4pm.

The Museum of Wisconsin Art300 S 6th AveWest Bend, WI 53095262/334-9638www.wisconsinart.orgPermanent collection of early Wisconsin art(1850-1950). Open Wed-Sat 10am-4:30pm,Sun 1-4:30pm.

Wisconsin Automotive Museum147 N Rural StHartford, WI 53027262/673-7999www.wisconsinautomuseum.comDisplays the world’s largest collection of carsand trucks manufactured in Wisconsin. OpenMay-Sept Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm; Oct-Apr Wed-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm.

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Over the past 250 years, it’s beencalled Big Hill, Hermit Hill,Government Hill and Holy Hill. It’sbeen sold for taxes, quitclaimedtwice, been occupied by the ArmyCorps of Engineers, and had its topshaved twice to produce level build-ing sites for a succession of churches.It’s rumored that Father Marquettestopped here, that miraculous physi-cal cures have occurred here, and thata mysterious French hermit livedhere. All-in-all, it’s been a busy place.

Local Indians called it Big Hill andconsidered it a sacred place. In the1840s, Irish immigrants settled in thearea and were the first to call it HolyHill. Lying in the eastern part of ErinTownship, Holy Hill is the highestpeak in the Kettle Moraine.Geologically, it’s a kame; a cone-shaped hill formed by debris washingdown melt-holes in the last greatWisconsin glacier.

Originally, Holy Hill stood 289 feetabove its base, and 1,409 feet abovesea level. Site leveling has sincereduced the elevation to 1,335 feetabove sea level. Today, the hill andthe 400 acres of natural woodland itstands over are managed by theDiscalced Carmelite Friars of theCatholic Church.

More than 500,000 people from allover the world visit Holy Hill eachyear. The site was declared a Shrinein 1903. It’s beautiful neo-Romanesque church was built in 1926and elevated to the status of Basilicain 2006.

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Waukesha & Pewaukee

Located in the heart of southeasternWisconsin’s Lake Country, Waukesha andPewaukee pair urban sophistication withsmall town charm. Explore historic down-town Waukesha for its architecture, bou-tiques, galleries, award-winning diningand pubs. Then, stroll the riverwalk thatleads to picturesque Frame Park. Just fivemiles to the north, the city of Pewaukeehugs the eastern shore of 2,500-acrePewaukee Lake. Set sail on the lake, fish,swim, paddle or boat. Ashore, enjoy themany shops and restaurants that ring thelake. Both communities offer weeklymusic and water ski shows, champi-onship golf, relaxing parks and trails tobike, hike and cross-country ski.

In southwestern Waukesha Countynear Genesee Depot, you can tour TenChimneys, the eclectic summer home ofAlfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne, thegreatest acting team in the history ofAmerican theatre. Eight miles furthersouthwest in Eagle, Old World Wisconsinis a 600-acre “living history museum”that showcases 65 historical buildings infive ethnically themed villages.■ For more information about the Waukeshaand Pewaukee area, call 800/366-8474 or logon to www.visitwaukesha.org.


WAUKESHA & PEWAUKEECountry Springs Hotel - Waterpark -Conference Center2810 Golf RdWaukesha, WI 53187800/247-6640, 262/547-0201www.countryspringshotel.comFacility includes a 45,000 sq. ft. indoor water-park with 3-person raft ride, body slide, lazyriver and indoor/outdoor whirlpool. Open year‘round.

Kettle Moraine State Forest - SouthernUnitS91W39091 State Road 59Eagle, WI 53119888/947-2757, 262/594-6200www.wiparks.net22,300-acre state forest with camping, hiking,fishing, mountain biking. Open 6am-11pmwith overnight camping.

Mason Creek WineryN47W28270 Lynndale RdPewaukee, WI 53072866/511-9463, 262/367-6494www.masoncreekwinery.comFree tours and tastings at an award-winningwinery. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

Old World WisconsinS103W37890 State Road 67Eagle, WI 53119262/594-6300www.oldworldwisconsin.orgOutstanding collection of 60 historic buildingsorganized in several ethnically themed pioneervillages. Wisconsin Historical Society site withcostumed interpreters. Open May 1-June 14Mon-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat 10am-5pm, & Sunnoon-5pm; June 15-Sept 8 Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, & Sun noon-5pm; Sept 9-Oct 31 Mon-Fri10am-3pm, Sat 10am-5pm, & Sun noon-5pm.

Prairieville Park2507 Plaza Ct.Waukesha, WI 53186262/784-4653www.prairievillepark.com18-hole adventure mini-golf, bumper cars &batting cages. Open Apr-Oct Mon-Thur11:30am-9pm, Fri 11:30am-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 10:30am-9pm.

Retzer Nature CenterS14 W28167 Madison StWaukesha, WI 53188262/896-8007www.waukeshacounty.gov/parksNative and restored landscapes, birds andwildlife, hiking trails, nature center. Groundsopen daily, dawn-10pm; visitor center opendaily 8am-4:30pm.

Ten ChimneysS43 W31575 Depot RdGenesee Depot, WI 53127262/968-4110www.tenchimneys.orgThe eclectic and engaging retreat of Broadwaylegends Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne. OpenMay to mid-Nov Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm.Reservations recommended; must be 12 or older.

Waukesha County Historical Society &Museum101 W Main StWaukesha, WI 53186262/521-2859www.waukeshacountymuseum.orgMemorabilia, fascinating exhibits and anextensive Civil War collection illuminate thepast 150 years. Open Tues-Sat 10am-4:30pm;closed Sun & Mon.

BROOKFIELDSharon Lynne Wilson Center for The Arts19805 W Capitol DrBrookfield, WI 53045262/781-9520www.wilson-center.comPerformance and visual arts center. Call or visitWeb site for performance & exhibit schedule.

BELOW: OLD WORLD WISCONSIN IN EAGLE. RIGHT: FALL COLOR INTHE KETTLE MORAINE STATE FOREST. LOWER RIGHT: MILWAUKEECOUNTY ZOO.

BrookfieldLocated just minutes from downtown

Milwaukee, Brookfield invites visitors toexplore all it has to offer. For families, it’sless than a five-minute drive to theworld-class Milwaukee County Zoo orMiller Park. If indoor “sports” are moreappealing, Brookfield is a shopper’sdelight with more than 20 shopping cen-ters including specialty and nationalretail. From performing arts and art fairsto golf or a day at the spa, Brookfield isconvenient, accessible and on the edgeof it all.■ For more information about Brookfield, log on to www.visitbrookfield.com or call800/388-1835.


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Delafield &Oconomowoc

The cities of Oconomowoc andDelafield in western Waukesha Countyhave preserved a more rural, resort flavorthan their big-city cousins.

The resort community ofOconomowoc sits in the heart of south-eastern Wisconsin’s lake country. Lac LaBelle and Fowler Lake are within the city’slimits. Oconomowoc Lake is nearby. Aself-guided walking tour maps many ofthe city’s restored mansions, a fieldstonetrain depot and lakeside band shell.

Nestled along the shore of LakeNagawicka in the Kettle Moraine hills,Delafield has a quiet charm all its own.Its historic downtown is a pleasant blendof architectural styles housing specialtyshops, award-winning restaurants andday spas. Rich with historic sites, visitorscan tour Hawks Inn, a colorful frontierstagecoach stop, and the campus of St.John’s Northwestern Military Academy.Nearby, Lapham Peak State Park offersyear-round recreation and a breathtakingview from atop their observation tower.■ For more information about theOconomowoc area, call 800/524-3744 or logon to www.oconomowocusa.com. ForDelafield, call 888/294-1082 or log on towww.delafield-wi.org.


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Ten ChimneysNestled in the rolling Kettle

Moraine of southeast Wisconsin, TenChimneys is the idyllic summerretreat lovingly created by Broadwaylegends Alfred Lunt and LynnFontanne. The estate is a world-classhouse museum and a NationalHistoric Landmark.

Ten Chimneys is a rarity – almost allof the estate’s collections are original,intact, and unchanged since the Luntsfirst assembled them in the 1930s and’40s. Visitors enjoy one of the mostinspirational historic house tours inthe country as they walk in the foot-steps of Noël Coward, LaurenceOlivier, Helen Hayes and KatharineHepburn – all frequent guests here.

Highly trained docents lead toursof the estate and share stories thatinterpret not only the objects anddécor, but also the lives and values ofits remarkable creators. Tour groupsare kept small to allow a more inti-mate experience.

And yes, there really are ten chim-neys: the elegant three-story MainHouse has six chimneys and eighteenrooms, the quaint country cottagehas three chimneys and five mainrooms, and the one-room Swedish-style log cabin studio has one chim-ney. The 60-acre estate also includesa charming pool and pool house, acreamery, a greenhouse, barns, sta-bles, and other bucolic outbuildings.


DELAFIELD & OCONOMOWOCHawks Inn Living Museum426 Wells StDelafield, WI 53018262-646-4794www.hawksinn.orgTour 18 of 22 rooms in this 1846 GreekRevival-style stagecoach inn. Visitor center andgift shop. Guided tours every half hour. ToursApr 28-Oct 27 Sat only, 1-4pm.

Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham PeakW329N846 County Road CDelafield, WI 53018262/646-3025www.wiparks.net671-acre day-use state park with lookouttower – highest point in Waukesha County.Open 6am-11pm with no overnight camping.

St. John’s Northwestern Military Academy1101 Genesee StDelafield, WI 53018800/752-2338, 262/646-7199www.sjnma.orgCadets on-parade, 1884-buildings with towersand battlements, military tradition. Open year‘round; tours by appointment.

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Racine &Racine County

Recognized as one of the best beach-es in the Midwest, Racine’s North Beachfeels like the West Coast and is aCertified Clean Beach. Downtown, theRacine Art Museum (RAM) houses one ofNorth America’s top collections of con-temporary crafts. Shop for your own artin any of several galleries or relax on thewaterfront while sampling the city’s finecuisine.

The city also boasts several sites of his-toric and architectural interest. The WindPoint Lighthouse, built in 1880, is boththe tallest and oldest lighthouse still inuse on Lake Michigan. Famed architectFrank Lloyd Wright designed the SCJohnson Wax Co. corporate headquar-ters. Nearby, the Golden Rondelle Theatrewas dismantled and rebuilt in Racine atthe close of the 1964 World’s Fair.

In western Racine County, a trio offamily attractions is perfect for kids. InWaterford, both the Bear Den PettingZoo & Farm and Green Meadows Farmoffer farm animals, petting zoos andpony rides. In nearby Burlington, amazethe kids with gyroscope and yo-yo tricksat the Spinning Top Exploratory Museum.

Throughout Racine County, “Quilts onBarns” is a unique art and beautificationprogram that displays 8’ x 8’ quilt pat-terns on barns across the county. Thecounty also has a self-guided tour of 27historic sites along the “Roots of FreedomUnderground Railroad Heritage Trail.”■ For more information about Racine andRacine County, call 800/272-2463 or log on towww.racine.org.


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RACINE & RACINE COUNTYBear Den Zoo & Petting Farm6831 Big Bend RdWaterford, WI 53185262/895-6430www.beardenzoo.comExotic, woodland & farm animals, petting zoo,pony rides. Open May 1-Oct 31 Sat & Sun11am-4pm; call for Mon-Fri times.

Green Meadows Farm33603 High DrWaterford, WI 53185262/534-2891www.greenmeadowsfarmwi.comFarm animals, children’s petting zoo, hayrides,pony rides. Open May 11-Oct 28. Guidedtours continuously Mon-Fri 10am-noon, Sat &Sun 10am-2pm.

Racine Art Museum441 Main StRacine, WI 53403262/638-8300www.ramart.orgContemporary crafts from world-renownedartisans in ceramics, fibers, glass, metals &wood. Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm, closed Mon.

Racine Heritage Museum701 Main StreetRacine, WI 53403262/636-3926www.racineheritagemuseum.orgThree floors of entertaining and interactiveexhibits celebrating the rich heritage of thecommunity. Open Tues-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat10am-3pm, Sun noon-4pm.

Racine Zoological Gardens2131 N Main StRacine, WI 53402262/636-9189racinezoo.orgHome to more than 300 animals and a pettingzoo. Open daily MD-LD 9am-8pm; LD-MD9am-4:30pm.

Root River Steelhead FacilityLincoln ParkRacine, WI 53403262/884-2300dnr.wi.gov/fish/lakemich/rootriver.htmSteelhead and salmon egg-gathering stationwith fish ladder and observation window. Self-guided tours via interpretive signage. Opendaily 8am-4pm; call ahead.

SC Johnson Wax Administrative Building1525 Howe StRacine, WI 53403262/260-2154www.racinecounty.com/goldenDesigned by Frank Lloyd Wright, this architec-tural marvel is among the most famous build-ings in the world. Tours offered Fri only; reser-vations required.

Spinning Top Yo-Yo Museum533 Milwaukee AveBurlington, WI 53105262/763-3946www.topmuseum.org2000 tops, yo-yos, & gyroscopes on exhibit,along with videos, 35 hands-on top gamesand experiments. 2.5-hour program for whichtickets and reservations are required. Call orvisit Web site for program dates, times andreservations.

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Kenosha &Kenosha County

Located on Lake Michigan just northof the Illinois border, Kenosha’s crownjewel is its lakefront development,HarborPark. This breathtaking parklandalong the waterfront blends beautifullywith the adjacent historic downtown fea-turing quaint shops, galleries, an outdoormarket, and eateries – all linked by a vin-tage electric streetcar system. The city’slakefront museum campus includes theKenosha Public Museum, DinosaurDiscovery Museum, Kenosha HistoryCenter, and the new Civil War Museum.Completed in 2008, the Civil WarMuseum’s state-of-the-art exhibit tech-nology examines the connectionsbetween the home front and the battle-front during the nation’s bloodiest con-flict. Outlet shopping, great family festi-vals, charter fishing, and four historic dis-tricts round out the area’s many attrac-tions.■ For more information, about the KenoshaArea, log on to www.kenoshacvb.com or call800/654-7309.


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KENOSHA & KENOSHA COUNTYCivil War Museum5400 First AveKenosha, WI 53140262/653-4141www.thecivilwarmuseum.orgState-of-the-art museum technology, life-sizedioramas, and engaging interactive exhibitsilluminate the Civil War. Open Sun & Monnoon-5pm, Tues-Sat 9am-5pm.

Dairyland Greyhound Park5522 104th AveKenosha, WI 53144800/233-3357, 262/657-8200www.dairylandgreyhoundpark.comLive greyhound racing, plus simulcast horse &greyhound racing. Open daily, year round. Callor visit Web site for race schedule.

Dinosaur Discovery Museum5608 10th AveKenosha, WI 53140262/653-4450www.dinosaurdiscoverymuseum.orgDramatic life-size dinosaur replica casts, bones& fossils, and interactive exhibits. Open Tues-Sun noon-5pm. Closed Mon.

Jelly Belly Center10100 Jelly Belly LanePleasant Prairie, WI 53158866/868-7522, 262/947-3800www.jellybelly.comVirtual tours, retail store, and complimentarybag of Jelly Belly beans. Tours daily 9am-4pm;store open 9am-5pm.

Kenosha HarborMarket56th St At 2nd AveKenosha, WI 53140262/914-1252www.kenoshaharbormarket.comOpen-air market on the lakefront with freshproduce, flowers & herbs, cheeses & meats.Open MD-Oct Sat only, 9am-2pm.

Kenosha History Center220 51st PlKenosha, WI 53140262/654-5770www.kenoshahistorycenter.orgMuseum of local history. Features the historicSouthport Light Station. Open Tues-Fri 10am-4:30pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Sun noon-4pm.

Kenosha Public Museum5500 1st AveKenosha, WI 53140262/653-4140www.kenoshapublicmuseum.orgA museum of natural history and fine/decora-tive arts with interactive, multidisciplinary life-scale exhibits. Open Sun & Mon noon-5pm,Tues-Sat 9am-5pm.

Kenosha Transit Electric Streetcar724 54th StKenosha, WI 53140262/653-4287www.kenoshacvb.comOpen Jan-Mar, Mon-Fri 10:05am-2:05pm, Sat& Sun 10:05am-5:35pm; Apr-Dec,Mon-Fri 11:05am-7:05pm, Sat & Sun10:05am-5:35pm.

Prime Outlets at Pleasant Prairie11211 120th AvePleasant Prairie, WI 53158262/857-2101www.primeoutlets.comMore than 90 designer stores offering brandname merchandise at outlet prices. OpenMon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 10am-7pm.

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Index to Attractions1000 Islands Environmental Center........................................301897 Jail Museum ................................................................39Above & Beyond Children’s Museum ....................................34Action City ............................................................................14Ahnapee State Trail................................................................25Aldo Leopold Legacy Center ..................................................53Alexander House ..................................................................40Alma Area Historical Museum................................................43American Folklore Theatre ....................................................25American Legion State Headquarters & Museum ..................62American Players Theatre ......................................................54Amnicon Falls State Park..........................................................5Angel Museum......................................................................60Animal Gardens ....................................................................61Apostle Islands Cruise Service ..................................................6Apostle Islands National Lakeshore ..........................................6Art Oehmcke Fish Hatchery ..................................................18Arvid E. Miller Library Museum ..............................................37Ashland Mural Walk ................................................................7Aspira Spa ............................................................................35Autumn Harvest Winery ........................................................15Aztalan Museum ..................................................................58Aztalan State Park ................................................................58Badger Mine & Museum........................................................49Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve ............................................27Barlow Planetarium................................................................31Basilica of St. Josaphat ..........................................................65BATS-Crystal Lake Trail ..........................................................17Bay Beach Amusement Park ..................................................27Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary ................................................27Bayfield Vacations & Heritage Tours ........................................6Bayfield Maritime Museum ......................................................6Bayfield Winery, Ltd ................................................................6Bear Den Zoo & Petting Farm ................................................72Bear Paw Company ..............................................................11Bear Paw Outdoor Adventure Resort ....................................23Bearskin-Hiawatha State Trail ................................................18Beckman Mill ........................................................................60Beloit Snappers Baseball ........................................................60Bergstrom-Mahler Museum ..................................................31Betty Brinn Children’s Museum ..............................................65Betty Lou Cruises ..................................................................57Beyer Historic Home & Museum Annex ................................22Big Bay State Park....................................................................6Big Top Chautauqua ................................................................6Black River State Forest ..........................................................47Blue Harbor Resort & Conference Center ..............................34Blue Mound State Park ..........................................................55Boerner Botanical Gardens ....................................................65Boscobel Heritage Depot Museum ........................................48Botham Vineyards & Winery ..................................................55Broadway Dinner Theater ......................................................51Brunet Island State Park ........................................................15Brush Trophy Room ..............................................................43Buckhorn State Park ..............................................................40Buena Vista Park....................................................................43Burnstad’s European Village ..................................................46C.D. Besadny Anadromous Fish Facility ..................................28Cabela’s – Prairie du Chien ....................................................48Cabela’s – Richfield ................................................................69Cable Natural History Museum ................................................9Calumet County Park ............................................................33CAMBA Bike Trails ..................................................................9Campanile Center for the Arts ..............................................18Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion ..........................................65Cascade Mountain Ski & Snowboard Area ............................62Cassville Car Ferry..................................................................49Cave of the Mounds..............................................................55Cedar Creek Settlement ........................................................68Cedar Creek Winery ..............................................................68Cedarburg Cultural Center ....................................................68Cedar Grove Cheese..............................................................54Center for the Visual Arts ......................................................38Charles Allis Art Museum ......................................................65Chateau St. Croix Winery ......................................................12Chazen Museum of Art ........................................................57Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest – Park Falls ................10Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac........................................33Children’s Museum of La Crosse ............................................44Chippewa Falls Museum of Industry and Technology ............15Chippewa Moraine Interpretive Center ..................................15Chippewa River State Trail ....................................................14Chippewa Valley Museum......................................................14Chula Vista Theme Resort......................................................51Circus World Museum ..........................................................53Civil War Museum ................................................................73Clear Water Harbor/Chief Waupaca ......................................37Colonial Carriage Works Showroom ......................................62

Columbus Antique Mall ........................................................62Cook-Rutledge Mansion ........................................................15Copper Culture Museum in Woerrbroeck House....................22Copper Culture State Park ....................................................22Copper Falls State Park ............................................................7Council Grounds State Park ..................................................23Country Springs Hotel, Waterpark & Conference Center........70Crex Meadows Wildlife Area ..................................................8Crystal Cave ..........................................................................13Dairyland Greyhound Park ....................................................73Dane County Farmers Market ................................................57Dazzle Dinner Theatre............................................................20Deke Slayton Memorial Space & Bike Museum ......................46Dells Boat Tours ....................................................................51Dells Mill Museum ................................................................14Dells Raceway Park ................................................................51Devil’s Lake State Park ..........................................................53Dheinsville Settlement & Bast Bell Museum............................69Dickeyville Grotto ..................................................................49Ding’s Dock/Crystal River Canoe Trips ....................................37Dinosaur Discovery Museum..................................................73Discovery World at Pier Wisconsin ........................................65Dodge County Historical Museum ........................................63Dodge Mining Camp Cabin ..................................................55Door County Historical Museum ............................................25Door County Maritime Museum - Gills Rock ..........................25Door County Maritime Museum - Sturgeon Bay ....................25Door County Trolley ..............................................................25Down A Country Road Amish Tour Service ............................45Dr. Kate Museum ..................................................................18EAA AirVenture Museum ......................................................32Eagle Bluff Lighthouse ..........................................................25Eagle Cave Natural Park ........................................................48Eagle River Historical Museum ..............................................19East Troy Electric Railroad ......................................................61Elkhart Lake Depot Museum..................................................35Elroy-Sparta State Trail ..........................................................46Escapade Lake Cruises ..........................................................41Fairlawn Mansion ....................................................................5Fanny Hill Victorian Inn & Dinner Theatre ..............................14Fennimore Doll & Toy Museum ..............................................48Fennimore Railroad Historical Society Museum ......................48Fireside Dinner Theatre ..........................................................58First Capitol Historic Site ........................................................49Flambeau Mine Trails ............................................................11Florence County Historical Museum ......................................21Fort Crawford Museum ........................................................48 Fort McCoy Driving Tour ........................................................46Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park..............................................8Fox River Mall ........................................................................30Foxfire Gardens......................................................................39Foxy Lady II Riverboat Cruises ................................................27Galloway House & Village......................................................33Gandy Dancer State Trail - North ............................................8Gandy Dancer State Trail – South ..........................................12General Store Museum & Visitor Center ................................68George W. Brown, Jr Ojibwe Museum & Cultural Center ......17Glacial Lake Cranberries ........................................................40Glacial River Bike Trail ............................................................58Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve ............................................30Governor Dodge State Park ..................................................55Governor Tommy G Thompson State Fish Hatchery ................8Grand Opera House ..............................................................32Grand River Valley Museum ..................................................41Grand Theater on Artsblock ..................................................38Grandview Folk Art................................................................55Granite Peak Ski Area ............................................................38Great River Road Visitor Center ............................................13Great River State Trail ............................................................44Great Wolf Lodge ..................................................................51Green Bay Botanical Garden ..................................................27Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame ............................................27Green Circle State Trail ..........................................................38Green Meadows Farm ..........................................................72H.H. Bennett Studio and History Center ................................51Haggerty Museum of Art ......................................................66Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum ..............................29Hanchett-Bartlett Homestead ................................................60Hancock Agricultural Research Station ..................................41Harley-Davidson, Inc ..............................................................66Harley-Davidson Museum ......................................................66Harrington Beach State Park ..................................................68Hartman Creek State Park ....................................................37Hawks Inn Living Museum ....................................................71Hazelwood Historic House Museum ......................................27Hearthstone Historic House Museum ....................................30Heckrodt Wetland Reserve ....................................................31Helen Jeffris Wood Museum Center ......................................60Henry S. Ruess Ice Age Visitor Center ....................................35Henry Vilas Zoo ....................................................................57Henschel’s Museum of Indian History ....................................35

Heritage Hill State Park ..........................................................27Heritage Park Museum ..........................................................37High Cliff State Park ..............................................................33Highground Veterans Memorial Park ....................................39Hinchley Dairy Farm Tours......................................................58Historic Cheesemaking Center ..............................................59Historic Indian Agency House ................................................62Historic Washington House....................................................29History Museum at the Castle................................................30Hixon House ..........................................................................44Ho-Chunk Casino & Bingo ....................................................53Hoard Historical Museum & National Dairy Shrine..................58Holt & Balcolm Logging Camp ..............................................22Holy Hill National Shrine of Mary ..........................................69Honey Acres - ‘Honey of a Museum’ ....................................63Horicon Marsh Boat Tours/Blue Heron Landing ......................63Horicon Marsh International Education Center ......................63Horicon National Wildlife Refuge ..........................................63House On The Rock Attraction ..............................................54Hsu’s Ginseng Enterprises ......................................................38Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater

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Soref Planetarium ..........................................66Hunt Hill Nature Center & Audubon Sanctuary ........................8International Crane Foundation ............................................53Interstate State Park ..............................................................12Interurban Trail ......................................................................68Iron County Historical Museum................................................7Island Girl River Cruises..........................................................44Isle Vista Casino ......................................................................6Jackson Harbor Maritime Museum ........................................25Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company....................................15Jacobsen’s Museum ..............................................................26Jelly Belly Center....................................................................73John Michael Kohler Arts Center ..........................................34Johnson Creek Premium Outlets ............................................58Julia Belle Swain ....................................................................44Jurustic Park ..........................................................................39Kalahari Resort Convention Center & Waterpark ..................51Kenosha HarborMarket..........................................................73Kenosha History Center ........................................................73Kenosha Public Museum........................................................73Kenosha Transit Electric Streetcar ..........................................73Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham Peak............................71Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit ..........................35Kettle Moraine State Forest - Pike Lake..................................69Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit ..........................70Kewaunee County Historical Museum and Old Jail ................28Kickapoo Valley Reserve ........................................................45Kinnickinnic State Park ..........................................................13Knuckleheads ........................................................................51Kohler Company Factory Tours ..............................................34Kohler Design Center ............................................................34Kohler-Andrae State Park ......................................................34Kosir’s Rapid Rafts & Campground/Resort ..............................22Kovac Planetarium ................................................................20Kristmas Kringle Shoppe........................................................33Kurtz Corral ..........................................................................26La Crosse Queen Cruises ......................................................44La Crosse River State Trail ......................................................44LCO Casino, Lodge & Convention Center ................................9Lac du Flambeau Fish Hatchery ..............................................17Lake Express High Speed Ferry ..............................................66Lake Geneva Cruise Line........................................................61Lake Kegonsa State Park........................................................57Lake Michigan Carferry Service/SS Badger..............................29Lake of the Torches Resort Casino ........................................17Lakefront Brewery, Inc. ..........................................................66Lakeside Park & Lighthouse ..................................................33Lakeside Spirit Lake Winnebago Boat Cruises ........................33Lakewood Rearing Station ....................................................22Lambeau Field Stadium Tours ................................................27Larson’s Famous Clydesdales..................................................41Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum ................................................43Laura Ingalls Wilder Wayside & Cabin....................................43L’ecole de la Maison at the Osthoff Resort ............................35Ledge View Nature Center ....................................................33Lincoln Park Zoo ....................................................................29Lincoln-Tallman House ..........................................................60Little A-Merrick-A Amusement Park ......................................57Little Falls Railroad & Doll Museum ........................................46Little Norway ........................................................................55Little Red School House Museum ..........................................46Little White Schoolhouse ......................................................41Logan Museum of Anthropology, Beloit College ....................60Logging Museum Complex ....................................................20Lumberjack Special Steam Train

& Camp Five Museum Complex ........................................21Mabel Tainter Memorial Theatre ............................................14MacKenzie Environmental Center ..........................................62Madeline Island Ferry Lines ......................................................6Madeline Island Historical Museum..........................................6

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Madison Children’s Museum..................................................57Madison Museum of Contemporary Art ................................57Majestic Pines Hotel, Bingo & Casino ....................................47Marinette County Historical Logging Museum ......................22Mason Creek Winery ............................................................70Marsh Haven Nature Center ..................................................63Mecikalski Stovewood Building..............................................20Memorial Park, Arcadia..........................................................43Menominee Casino, Bingo, Hotel & Campground ................37Menominee Logging Museum ..............................................37Menominee Park & Zoo ........................................................32Mercer Depot Museum............................................................7Merrimac Ferry ......................................................................53Mid-Continent Railway Museum............................................53Miller Brewing Company ......................................................66Miller Park ............................................................................66Milton House Museum ..........................................................60Milwaukee Art Museum ........................................................66Milwaukee County Historical Society Museum ......................66Milwaukee County Zoo ........................................................66Milwaukee Public Museum ....................................................66Mining Museum-Rollo Jamison Museum ..............................49Minhas Craft Brewery ............................................................59Minocqua Museum................................................................18Mirror Lake State Park ..........................................................53Mishicot Historical Museum ..................................................29Mississippi Explorer Cruises – La Crosse ................................44Mississippi Explorer Cruises – Prairie du Chien ......................48Mitchell Park Conservatory Domes ........................................66Mitchell Roundtree Stone Cottage ........................................49Mohican North Star Casino & Bingo ......................................37Mole Lake Casino, Lodge & Conference Center ....................21Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center ............57Monroe Arts Center ..............................................................59Mosquito Hill Nature Center ..................................................30Mount Horeb Mustard Museum ............................................55Mountain Bay State Trail ........................................................27Museum at the Portage ........................................................62Museum of Minerals & Crystals ............................................55Museum of Woodcarving ........................................................8Nancy’s Notions Retail Store ..................................................63National Fresh Water Fishing Hall Of Fame ..............................9National Railroad Museum ....................................................27Natural Bridge State Park ......................................................53Navarino Wildlife Area & Nature Center ................................37Nelson Dewey State Park ......................................................49Neville Public Museum ..........................................................27New Glarus Brewing Co. ......................................................59New Glarus Woods State Park ..............................................59Newport State Park................................................................26New Richmond Heritage Center ............................................13New Visions Gallery ..............................................................39NEW Zoo ..............................................................................27Noah’s Ark Waterpark............................................................52Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center, Inc. ..........................45North Lakeland Discovery Center ..........................................17Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center ......................................7Northern Highland/American Legion State Forest ..................17Northern Lights Playhouse ....................................................18Northwoods Children’s Museum............................................19Northwoods Petroleum Museum ..........................................20Northwoods Wildlife Center ..................................................18Octagon House and the Historic District ................................13Octagon House/First Kindergarten ........................................63Olbrich Botanical Gardens & Bolz Conservatory ....................57Old Abe State Trail ................................................................15Old Courthouse Square Museum ..........................................69Old Plank Road Trail ..............................................................34Old Town Hall Museum & Greenfield School..........................10Old World Wisconsin ............................................................70Onalaska Historical Museum..................................................44Oneida Bingo & Casino..........................................................27Oneida Nation Museum ........................................................27Orchard Lawn Museum ........................................................55Original Wisconsin Ducks ......................................................52Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway ........................................12Oshkosh Public Museum........................................................32Paine Art Center and Gardens ..............................................32Pattison State Park ..................................................................5Paul & Matilda Wegner Grotto ..............................................46Paul Bunyan Logging Camp ..................................................14Pendarvis ..............................................................................55Peninsula Players Theatre ......................................................26Peninsula State Park ..............................................................26Pepin Depot Museum ............................................................43Perkinstown Winter Sports Area ............................................10Perrot State Park....................................................................43Peshtigo Fire Museum............................................................22Pettit National Ice Center ......................................................66Phipps Center for the Arts ....................................................13Pine Line Recreation Trail ......................................................10

Pinecrest Historical Village......................................................29Pioneer Village of Ozaukee County........................................68Pioneer Village Museum ........................................................11Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf ................................................52Plum Loco Animal Farm ........................................................26Plymouth Arts Center ............................................................35Plymouth Historical Museum..................................................35Point Beach State Forest ........................................................29Port Washington Lighthouse & Lightstation Museum ............68Potawatomi Bingo & Casino ..................................................67Potawatomi State Park ..........................................................26Potosi Brewery & National Brewery Museum..........................49Prairie Moon Sculpture Garden/Museum................................43Prairieville Park ......................................................................70Prime Outlets at Pleasant Prairie ............................................73Racine Art Museum ..............................................................72Racine Heritage Museum ......................................................72Racine Zoological Gardens ....................................................72Rahr-West Art Museum ........................................................29Railroad Memories Museum ....................................................8Rainbow Casino & Bingo ......................................................40Red Barn Theater ..................................................................11Red Cedar State Trail ............................................................14Reiman Publications Visitor Center & Country Store ..............67ReNew the Earth Institute ......................................................38Retzer Nature Center ............................................................70Rib Mountain State Park ........................................................38Richard I. Bong World War II Heritage Center ..........................5Rick Wilcox Theater...It’s Magic! ............................................52Riveredge Nature Center........................................................69Riverview Park & Waterworld ................................................52Road America, Inc. ................................................................35Roche-A-Cri State Park ..........................................................40Rock Aqua Jays Waterski Shows ............................................60Rock in the House ................................................................43Rock Island State Park............................................................26Rocky Arbor State Park ..........................................................52Rogers Street Fishing Village ..................................................29Root River Steelhead Facility ..................................................72Rotary Gardens......................................................................60Round Lake Logging Dam......................................................10Rowe Pottery Works Company Store ....................................58Rudolph Grotto Gardens & Wonder Cave ..............................40Rusk County Historical Society Museum ................................11Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum ....................................14SC Johnson Wax Administrative Building ..............................72SS Meteor Museum ................................................................5Sand Creek Brewing Company ..............................................47Sandhill State Wildlife Area....................................................40Sawyer County Historical Society Museum ..............................9Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows – Hayward ....................................9Scheer’s Lumberjack Shows – Woodruff ................................18Schlitz Audubon Nature Center ............................................67Schmeeckle Reserve/Conservation Hall of Fame ....................38SentryWorld Sports Center ....................................................38Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts ..............................70Sheboygan County Historical Museum ..................................34Sheldon’s, Inc. (Mepps) ..........................................................23Shrine of Our Lady of Guadelupe ..........................................44Simon Creek Winery ..............................................................26Skyway Drive-In Theater ........................................................26Smith Rapids Covered Bridge ................................................10Snowmobile Hall of Fame & Museum ....................................19South Shore Brewery ..............................................................7Spinning Top Yo-Yo Museum ................................................72Sprecher Brewing Co, Inc ......................................................67Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery ..............................................55St. Croix Casino & Hotel ........................................................11St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Center..............................12St. Germain Bike & Hike Trail ................................................19St. Joan of Arc Chapel ..........................................................67St. John Mine ........................................................................49St. John’s Northwestern Military Academy ............................71St. Paul’s Cathedral Tours ......................................................33Stephanie H. Weill Center......................................................34Stevens Point Brewery............................................................38Stonefield ..............................................................................49Stone’s Throw Winery............................................................26Stoughton Opera House ........................................................57Sugar River State Trail ............................................................59Sundura Inn & Spa ................................................................52Surgeon’s Quarters Of Fort Winnebago ................................62Swiss Historical Village Museum ............................................59Taliesin Preservation, Inc. & the Taliesin Estate........................54Tanger Outlet Center ............................................................52Taylor County Historical Museum ..........................................10Ten Chimneys ........................................................................70The American Club................................................................34The Armory ..........................................................................60The Building for Kids ............................................................30The Farm ..............................................................................26

The Fieldhouse at South Pier..................................................34The Hideout ............................................................................9The Market Specialty Shopping Mall ......................................63The Museum of Wisconsin Art ..............................................69The Old School ......................................................................29The Tugboat “Ludington”......................................................28The Wood Shed ....................................................................14Thornton’s Whitewater Rafting Resort & Campground ..........22Three Lakes Historical Museum..............................................20Three Lakes Winery ..............................................................20Timber Falls Adventure Park ..................................................52Timm’s Hill County Park ........................................................10Tomahawk Area Historical Museums......................................23Tommy Bartlett Show ............................................................52Tommy Bartlett’s Exploratory ..................................................52Tower Hill State Park..............................................................54Trappers Turn Golf Club ........................................................52Trees for Tomorrow Natural Resource Education Center ........19Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge....................................43Two Rivers Historic Farm Museum..........................................29Two Rivers History Museum ..................................................29Underdown Trails ..................................................................23University of Wisconsin Arboretum........................................57University of Wisconsin Geology Museum ............................57Upham Mansion ....................................................................39Vernon Vineyards ..................................................................45Vilas County Historical Society Museum ................................17Villa Louis ..............................................................................48Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum ....................................67Vista Fleet Harbor Cruises ........................................................5Vitense Golfland ....................................................................57von Stiehl Winery ..................................................................28Wade House ..........................................................................35Wakanda Waterpark..............................................................14Walls of Wittenberg ..............................................................37Washburn Historical Museum & Cultural Center ......................7Washington Island Ferry Line ................................................26Wa-Swa-Goning ....................................................................17Waters of Minocqua ..............................................................18Watson’s Wild West Museum ................................................61Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum ....................70Wazee Lake Recreation Area..................................................47WCCN’s Wisconsin Pavilion....................................................39Webster House Museum........................................................61Wehr Nature Center ..............................................................67Weis Earth Science Museum ..................................................31Welcome & Heritage Center ..................................................13West of the lake Gardens ......................................................29Whitefish Dunes State Park....................................................26Widmer’s Cheese Cellars Inc. ................................................63Wild Rivers Interpretive Center ..............................................21Wild Rock Golf Club..............................................................52Wild Rose Fish Hatchery ........................................................41Wildcat Mountain State Park ................................................45Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort..............................................52Wilderness Walk Zoo & Recreation Park ..................................9Wildwood Park & Zoo............................................................39Wildwood Wildlife Park & Nature Center ..............................18William F. Eisner Museum of Advertising & Design ................67Willow River State Park..........................................................13Wiouwash State Trail ............................................................37Wisconsin Automotive Museum ............................................69Wisconsin Black Historical Society Museum ..........................67Wisconsin Concrete Park ......................................................10Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center ..................................46Wisconsin Dairy State Cheese Company ................................40Wisconsin Deer Park ..............................................................52Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad Excursion Train ..................8Wisconsin Historical Museum ................................................57Wisconsin International Raceway ..........................................30Wisconsin Maritime Museum ................................................29Wisconsin River Cruises ........................................................20Wisconsin State Capitol Building............................................57Wisconsin State Fair Park ......................................................67Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Baseball ........................................30Wisconsin Veterans Museum ................................................57Wisconsin Wagon Company ..................................................60Wisconsin’s Executive Residence ............................................57Wizard Quest ........................................................................52Wollersheim Winery ..............................................................53Woodland Dunes Nature Center ............................................29Woodson Art Museum ..........................................................38World of Accordions Museum ................................................5Wyalusing State Park ............................................................48Yawkey House Museum ........................................................38Yerkes Observatory ................................................................61


Algoma ........................................................28Alma ............................................................43Antigo ..........................................................23Appleton ......................................................30Arcadia ........................................................43Ashippun......................................................63Ashland ..........................................................7Athelstane ....................................................22Augusta........................................................14Babcock........................................................40Bagley ..........................................................48Baraboo ..................................................52-53Barneveld ....................................................55Bayfield ..........................................................6Beaver Dam..................................................63Belgium........................................................68Belmont........................................................49Beloit............................................................60Black River Falls ............................................47Blue Mounds ................................................55Blue River ....................................................48Boscobel ......................................................48Boulder Junction ..........................................17Bowler..........................................................37Brookfield ....................................................70Burlington ....................................................72Cable..............................................................9Cambridge ..................................................58Cameron ......................................................11Campbellsport ..............................................35Cashton........................................................45Cassville........................................................49Cataract ......................................................46Cedarburg ....................................................68Chilton ........................................................33Chippewa Falls ............................................15Cochrane......................................................43Columbus ....................................................62Coon Valley ..................................................45Cornell ........................................................15Couderay........................................................9Crandon ......................................................21Custer ..........................................................38Danbury ........................................................8Delafield ......................................................71Delavan ........................................................61Dickeyville ....................................................49Dodgeville ....................................................55Door County ..........................................25-26Eagle ............................................................70Eagle River....................................................19East Troy ......................................................61Eau Claire ....................................................14Egg Harbor ..................................................26Elkhart Lake..................................................35Elkhorn ........................................................61Ellison Bay ....................................................26Fennimore ....................................................48Fifield ..........................................................10Fish Creek ..............................................25-26Florence........................................................21Fond du Lac..................................................33Fort Atkinson................................................58Fort McCoy ..................................................46Fountain City ................................................43Franklin ........................................................67Friendship ....................................................40Galesville ......................................................43Genesee Depot ............................................70Germantown ................................................69Gills Rock ....................................................25Glendale ......................................................67Grantsburg ....................................................8Green Bay ....................................................27

Green Lake ..................................................41Greenbush....................................................35Greendale ....................................................67Hales Corners ..............................................65Hancock ......................................................41Hartford ......................................................69Hayward ........................................................9Hazelhurst ....................................................18Highland ......................................................55Hilbert ..........................................................33Hollandale ....................................................55Horicon ........................................................63Hubertus ......................................................69Hudson ........................................................13Hurley ............................................................7Janesville ......................................................60Jennings ......................................................20Johnson Creek..............................................58Kaukauna ....................................................30Kendall ........................................................46Kenosha ......................................................73Keshena ......................................................37Kewaunee ....................................................28Kohler ..........................................................34La Crosse......................................................44La Farge ......................................................45La Pointe ........................................................6Lac du Flambeau ..........................................17Ladysmith ....................................................11Lake Geneva ................................................61Lake Mills ....................................................58Lakewood ....................................................22Laona ..........................................................21Leland ..........................................................53Madison ......................................................57Manitowish Waters ......................................17Manitowoc ..................................................29Marinette ....................................................22Markesan ....................................................41Marshall ......................................................57Marshfield ....................................................39Mayville ........................................................63Medford ......................................................10Mellen ............................................................7Menasha ......................................................31Menomonie..................................................14Mercer............................................................7Merrill ..........................................................23Merrimac......................................................53Milton ..........................................................60Milwaukee ..............................................65-67Mineral Point ................................................55Minocqua ....................................................18Mishicot ......................................................29Monico ........................................................20Monroe ........................................................59Mount Horeb................................................55Necedah ......................................................40Neenah ........................................................31Neillsville ......................................................39Nekoosa ......................................................40Newburg ......................................................69New Auburn ................................................15New Glarus ..................................................59New London ................................................30New Richmond ............................................13North Freedom ............................................53Oconto ........................................................22Ogema ........................................................10Onalaska ......................................................44Oneida ........................................................27Ontario ........................................................45Osceola ........................................................12Oshkosh ......................................................32

Park Falls ......................................................10Pepin ............................................................43Peshtigo ......................................................22Pewaukee ....................................................70Phillips ..........................................................10Plain ............................................................54Platteville ......................................................49Pleasant Prairie ............................................73Plymouth ......................................................35Port Edwards ................................................40Port Washington ..........................................68Portage ........................................................62Potosi ..........................................................49Poynette ......................................................62Prairie du Chien............................................48Prairie du Sac................................................53Prescott ........................................................13Racine ..........................................................72Rhinelander ..................................................20Rice Lake ......................................................11Richfield ......................................................69Ripon............................................................41River Falls ....................................................13Rock Island ..................................................26Rudolph........................................................40Sarona............................................................8Saukville ......................................................68Sayner ..........................................................17Shawano ......................................................37Sheboygan ..................................................34Shell Lake ......................................................8Sherwood ....................................................33Shiocton ......................................................37Shullsburg ....................................................49Silver Cliff ....................................................22Siren ..............................................................8Sparta ..........................................................46Spooner..........................................................8Spring Green ................................................54Spring Valley ................................................13St. Croix Falls ................................................12St. Germain ..................................................19Stevens Point ................................................38Stoughton ....................................................57Sturgeon Bay ..........................................25-26Suamico ......................................................27Superior..........................................................5Theresa ........................................................63Three Lakes ..................................................20Tomah ..........................................................46Tomahawk....................................................23Trempealeau ................................................43Turtle Lake....................................................11Two Rivers ....................................................29Viroqua ........................................................45Warrens........................................................46Washburn ......................................................7Washington Island ..................................25-26Waterford ....................................................72Watertown ..................................................63Waukesha ....................................................70Waupaca ......................................................37Waupun ......................................................63Wausau ........................................................38Wauwatosa ..................................................66West Allis ....................................................67West Bend....................................................69White Lake ..................................................23Wild Rose ....................................................41Williams Bay ................................................61Wisconsin Dells ......................................51-52Wisconsin Rapids..........................................40Wittenberg ..................................................37Woodruff......................................................18

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Do you need information on lodg-ing, attractions or local events?Go right to the source! Here we’velisted Wisconsin’s conventionbureaus, chambers of commerce,county and area tourism offices.These organizations are ready andwaiting to help you plan yourWisconsin getaway.

Adams County Chamber ofCommerce & Tourism608/339-6997, 888/339-6997www.adamscountywi.com

Algoma Area Chamber ofCommerce920/487-2041, 800/498-4888www.algoma.org

Alma Chamber of Commerce608/685-4445www.almawisconsin.com

Antigo/Langlade County Chamberof Commerce715/623-4134, 888/526-4523www.antigochamber.com

Appleton(see Fox Cities)

Arbor Vitae(see Minocqua-Arbor Vitae-Woodruff)

Ashland Area Chamber ofCommerce715/682-2500, 800/284-9484www.visitashland.com

Augusta City Clerk’s Office715/286-2555

Balsam Lake, Village of715/485-3424BalsamLakeWI.com

Baraboo Area Chamber ofCommerce608/356-8333, 800/227-2266www.baraboo.com

Barron County EconomicDevelopment715/637-6871, 800/529-4148www.co.barron.wi.us

Bayfield Chamber of Commerce715/779-3335, 800/447-4094www.bayfield.org

Bayfield County Tourism &Recreation715/373-6125, 800/472-6338www.travelbayfieldcounty.com

Beaver Dam Area Chamber ofCommerce920/887-8879www.beaverdamchamber.com

Beloit Convention & VisitorsBureau608/365-4838, 800/423-5648www.visitbeloit.com

Berlin Chamber of Commerce920/361-3636www.1berlin.com

Birchwood Area Lakes Association715/354-7846, 800/236-2252www.birchwoodwi.com

Black River Falls Area Chamber ofCommerce715/284-4658, 800/404-4008www.blackrivercountry.net

Bloomer Chamber of Commerce715/568-3339www.bloomerchamber.org

Boscobel Chamber of Commerce608/375-2672www.boscobelwisconsin.com

Boulder Junction Chamber ofCommerce715/385-2400, 800/466-8759www.boulderjct.org

Brodhead Chamber of Commerce608/897-8411www.BrodheadChamber.org

Brookfield Convention & VisitorsBureau262/789-0220, 800/388-1835www.brookfieldcvb.com

Buffalo County Clerk’s Office608/685-6209www.buffalocounty.com

Burlington Area Chamber ofCommerce262/763-6044www.burlingtonchamber.org

Burnett County Dept. of Tourism &Information715/349-5999, 800/788-3164www.burnettcounty.com

Burnett CountyResort/Campground OwnersAssociation715-349-5725, 800-788-3164www.bcrca.com

Cable Area Chamber of Commerce715/798-3833, 800/533-7454www.cable4fun.com

Cadott Chamber of Commerce715/289-3338

Calumet County/Travel Calumet920/849-1493 ext 200www.travelcalumet.com

Cambridge Chamber of Commerce608/423-3780www.cambridgewi.com

Cassville Department of Tourism608/725-5855www.cassville.org

Castle Rock-Petenwell LakesAssociation608/847-1904www.castlerockpetenwell.com

Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce& Visitor Center262/377-9620, 800/237-2874www.cedarburg.org

Chetek Area Chamber ofCommerce715/924-3200, 800/317-1720www.chetekwi.net

Chetek Resort Owners Association715/924-4440, 800/224-3835www.chetek.net

Chilton Chamber of Commerce920/418-1650www.chiltonchamber.com

Chippewa Falls Area VisitorsCenter715/723-0331, 888/723-0024www.chippewachamber.org

Chippewa Valley Convention &Visitors Bureau715/831-2345, 888/523-3866www.chippewavalley.net

Clark County EconomicDevelopment Corporation715/267-3205, 888/252-7594www.clark-cty-wi.org

Columbia Co Tourism & EconomicDevelopment608/742-6161, 800/842-2524fun.co.columbia.wi.us

Columbus Area Chamber ofCommerce920/623-3699www.cityofcolumbuswi.com

Conover Chamber of Commerce715/479-4928, 866/394-4386www.conover.org

Cornell, City of715/239-3710www.cityofcornell.com

Crandon Area Chamber ofCommerce715/478-3450, 800/334-3387www.crandonwi.com

Crivitz Recreation Association715/854-7445www.crivitz.com

Darlington(see Lafayette County)

Delafield Promotional & TourismCouncil262/646-8100, 888/294-1082www.delafield-wi.org

Delavan-Delavan Lake AreaChamber of Commerce262/728-5095, 800/624-0052www.delavanwi.org

Dodge County Tourism Association920/386-3701, 800/414-0101www.dodgecounty.com

Dodgeville Area Chamber ofCommerce 608/935-9200, 877/863-6343www.dodgeville.com

Door County Chamber ofCommerce920/743-4456, 800/527-3529www.doorcounty.com

Douglas County(see Superior-Douglas County)

Eagle River Area Chamber ofCommerce & Visitors Center715/479-6400, 800/359-6315www.eagleriver.org

East Troy Area Chamber ofCommerce262/642-3770www.easttroywi.org

Eau Claire(see Chippewa Valley)

Eau Claire Lakes Area BusinessAssociation 715/376-2322www.eauclairelakes.com

Edgerton Area Chamber ofCommerce608/884-4408, 888/298-4408www.edgertonwisconsin.com

Elkhart Lake Tourism Commission920/876-2385, 877/355-4278www.elkhartlake.com

Elkhorn Area Chamber ofCommerce262/723-5788www.elkhorn-wi.org

Elroy Commons Tourist Info Center608/462-2410, 888/606-2453www.elroywi.com

Ephraim(see Door County)

Fennimore Chamber and EconomicDevelopment Office608/822-3599, 800/822-1131www.fennimore.com

Fish Creek Civic Association920/868-2316, 800/577-1880www.fishcreek.info

Florence County Tourism715/528-5377, 888/889-0049www.florencewisconsin.com

Fond du Lac Area Convention &Visitors Bureau920/923-3010, 800/937-9123www.fdl.com

Forest County AdvertisingCommittee715/478-2212, 800/334-3387www.forestcountywi.com/

Fort Atkinson Area Chamber ofCommerce920/563-3210, 888/733-3678www.fortchamber.com

Fox Cities Convention & VisitorsBureau920/734-3358, 800/236-6673www.foxcities.org

Fremont Chamber of Commerce920/446-3838www.fremontwis.com

Galesville(see Trempealeau County)

Gays Mills Tourist Information608/735-4341www.gaysmills.org/

Geneva Lake West Chamber ofCommerce262/275-5102, 877/275-5102www.genevalakewest.com

Germantown Area Chamber ofCommerce262/255-1812www.germantownchamber.org

Glidden Area Chamber ofCommerce715/264-4304

Grant Co. UWEX Office608/723-2125, 866/472-6894www.grantcounty.org/visitor

Grantsburg Chamber of Commerce715/463-2405www.grantsburgwi.com

Green Bay Convention & VisitorBureau, Greater920/494-9507, 888/867-3342www.packercountry.com

Green County Tourism 608/328-1838, 888/222-9111www.greencounty.org

Green Lake Area Chamber ofCommerce920/294-3231, 800/253-7354www.visitgreenlake.com

Green Lake, Communities of,Visitors Center800/662-6927www.glcountry.com

Destinations highlighted in red are members or associate members of the Wisconsin Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus. They offer meeting and convention facilities.


Tourism Contacts


Hartford Area Chamber ofCommerce262/673-7002, 866/222-5401www.hartfordwi.net

Hartland Area Chamber ofCommerce262/367-7059www.hartland-wi.org

Hayward Lakes Visitors &Convention Bureau715/634-4801, 800/724-2992www.haywardlakes.com

Hazelhurst Information Center715/356-7350

Hidden Valleys608/739-3500, 800/592-6968www.hiddenvalleys.com

Horicon Chamber of Commerce920/485-3200www.horiconchamber.com

Hudson Area Chamber ofCommerce & Tourism Bureau715/386-8411, 800/657-6775www.hudsonwi.org

Hurley Area Chamber ofCommerce715/561-4334, 866/340-4334www.hurleywi.com

Iron County Development ZoneCouncil715/561-2922www.ironcountywi.com

Iron River Area Chamber ofCommerce715/372-8558, 800/345-0716www.iracc.com

Jackson County(see Black River Area)

Janesville Area Convention &Visitors Bureau608/757-3171, 800/487-2757www.janesvillecvb.com

Jefferson Chamber of Commerce920/674-4511www.jeffersonchamberwi.com

Jefferson County Area TourismCouncil920/563-3210www.jctourism.com

Juneau Chamber of Commerce920/386-3359www.juneauwi.org

Juneau County VisitorsBureau/Economic Development608/847-1904www.juneaucounty.com/tourism.asp

Kaukauna(see Fox Cities)

Kenosha Area Convention &Visitors Bureau262/654-7307, 800/654-7309www.kenoshacvb.com

Kewaunee Chamber ofCommerce920/388-4822, 800/666-8214www.kewaunee.org

Kewaunee County Promotions &Recreation Dept.920/388-0444

Kickapoo Valley Association608/629-5911www.kickapoovalley.org

Kickapoo Valley Reserve608/625-2960http://kvr.state.wi.us

Kohler Visitor Information Center920/458-3450www.destinationkohler.com

La Crosse Area Convention &Visitors Bureau608/782-2366, 800/658-9424www.explorelacrosse.com

Lac du Flambeau Chamber ofCommerce715/588-3346, 877/588-3346www.lacduflambeauchamber.com

Ladysmith(see Rusk County)

Lafayette DevelopmentCorporation608/776-8080www.lafayettecounty.org

Lake Geneva Area Convention &Visitors Bureau262/248-4416, 800/345-1020www.lakegenevawi.com

Lake Mills Area Chamber ofCommerce920/648-3585www.lakemills.org

Lake Tomahawk InformationBureau715/277-260

Lake Wisconsin Chamber ofCommerce608/635-8070www.lakewisconsin.org

Lakewood Area Chamber ofCommerce715/276-6500www.lakewoodareachamber.com

Lancaster Area Chamber ofCommerce608/723-2820, 866/876-2665www.lancasterwisconsin.com

Land O’ Lakes Chamber ofCommerce715/547-3432, 800/236-3432www.landolakes-wi.org

Langlade County(see Antigo Area)

Lincoln Co. Forestry, Land & Parks715/536-0327www.co.lincoln.wi.us

Long Lake Chamber of Commerce715/635-3266www.longlake99.cc

Madeline Island Chamber ofCommerce715/747-2801, 888/475-3386www.madelineisland.com

Madison Convention & VisitorsBureau, Greater608/255-2537, 800/373-6376www.visitmadison.com

Manitowish Waters Chamber ofCommerce715/543-8488, 888/626-9877www.manitowishwaters.org

Manitowoc Area Visitor &Convention Bureau920/683-4388, 800/627-4896www.manitowoc.info

Manitowoc-Two Rivers AreaChamber of Commerce920/684-5575, 800/262-7892www.manitowocchamber.com

Marinette/Menominee AreaChamber of Commerce715/735-6681, 800/236-6681www.marinettechamber.com

Marquette County Clerk’s Office608/297-9136

Marquette NOW888/318-0362www.marquettenow.com

Marshfield Convention & VisitorsBureau715/384-3454, 800/422-4541www.visitmarshfieldwi.com

Mauston Area Chamber ofCommerce, Greater 608/847-4142, 866/516-1646www.mauston.com

Mayville Area Chamber ofCommerce920/387-5776, 800/256-7670www.mayvillechamber.com

Medford Area Chamber ofCommerce715/748-4729, 888/682-9567www.medfordwis.com

Mellen Area Chamber ofCommerce715/274-2330www.mellenwi.org

Menasha(see Fox Cities)

Menominee Tribal Public Relations715/799-5217

Menomonie(see Chippewa Valley)

Mercer Area Chamber ofCommerce715/476-2389www.mercercc.com

Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce715/536-9474, 877/907-2757www.merrillchamber.com

Merrimac(see Lake Wisconsin)

Milton Area Chamber of Commerce608/868-6222www.maccit.com

Milwaukee, VISIT414/273-7222, 800/554-1448www.milwaukee.org

Mineral Point Chamber ofCommerce608/987-3201, 888/764-6894www.mineralpoint.com

Minocqua-Arbor Vitae-WoodruffArea Chamber of Commerce715/356-5266, 800/446-6784www.minocqua.org

Monroe Chamber of Commerceand Industry608/325-7648wicip.uwplatt.edu/green/ci/monroe/

Monroe Co UWEX Office608/269-8722

Montello Area Chamber ofCommerce608/297-7420, 800/684-7199www.montellowi.com

Mount Horeb Area Chamber ofCommerce608/437-5914, 888/765-5929www.trollway.com

Muscoda, Village of608/739-3182www.muscoda.com

Neenah(see Fox Cities)

Neillsville Area Chamber ofCommerce715/743-6444, 888/252-7594www.neillsville.org

New Glarus Chamber of Commerce& Tourist Information608/527-2095, 800/527-6838www.swisstown.com

New London Area Chamber ofCommerce920/982-5822www.newlondonwi.org

New Richmond Area Chamber ofCommerce & Visitors Bureau715/246-2900, 800/654-6380www.newrichmondchamber.com

Oconomowoc Convention &Visitors Bureau262/569-3236, 800/524-3744www.oconomowocusa.com

Oconto Area Chamber ofCommerce920/834-6967www.ocontoareachamber.com

Oconto County Tourism920/834-6969, 888/626-6862www.ocontofallschamber.com

Oconto Falls Area Chamber ofCommerce920/846-8306www.ocontocounty.org

Omro Area Chamber of Commerce920/685-6960www.omro-wi.com

Onalaska Tourism Commission608/781-9570, 800/873-1901www.discoveronalaska.com

Ontario, Village of608/337-4381www.hillcountrywi.com

Osceola Area Chamber ofCommerce715/755-3300, 800/947-0581www.osceolachamber.org

Oshkosh Convention & VisitorsBureau920/303-9200, 877/303-9200www.oshkoshcvb.org

Osseo City Hall715/597-2207www.cityofosseo.com

Ozaukee County Tourism Council262/284-9288, 800/403-9898www.ozaukeetourism.com

Park Falls Area Chamber ofCommerce715/762-2703, 800/762-2709www.parkfalls.com

Pelican Lake Chamber ofCommerce715/487-5222www.oneidacountywi.com

Pepin County Visitor Information715/672-5709, 888/672-5709www.pepinwisconsin.com

Pepin Visitor Information Center715/442-3011, 800/442-3011www.pepinwisconsin.com

Peshtigo Chamber of Commerce715/582-0327

Phelps Chamber of Commerce715/545-3800www.phelpscofc.org


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Phillips Area Chamber ofCommerce715/339-4100, 888/408-4800www.phillipswisconsin.net

Pickerel-Pearson BusinessAssociation715/484-3634

Pierce County Partners in Tourism,Inc.715/273-5864, 800/474-3723www.travelpiercecounty.com

Platteville Area Chamber ofCommerce608/348-8888www.platteville.com

Plymouth Chamber ofCommerce/Visitor InformationCenter920/893-0079, 888/693-8263www.plymouthwisconsin.com

Polk County Information Center715/483-1410, 800/222-7655www.polkcountytourism.com

Portage Area Chamber ofCommerce608/742-6242, 800/474-2525www.portagewi.com

Post Lake Area BusinessAssociation715/275-3906

Potosi-Tennyson Chamber ofCommerce608/763-2261www.potosiwisconsin.com

Prairie du Chien Area Chamber ofCommerce608/326-8555, 800/732-1673www.prairieduchien.org

Prescott Area Chamber ofCommerce715/262-3284www.prescottwi.com

Presque Isle Chamber of Commerce715/686-2910, 888/835-6508www.presqueislewi.org

Price County Tourism Dept.715/339-4505, 800/269-4505www.pricecountywi.net

Princeton Area Chamber ofCommerce920/295-3877www.princetonwi.com

Racine County Convention &Visitors Bureau262/884-6400, 800/272-2463www.racine.org/

Reedsburg Area Chamber ofCommerce608/524-2850, 800/844-3507www.reedsburg.org

Rhinelander Area Chamber ofCommerce715/365-7464, 800/236-4386www.rhinelanderchamber.com

Rib Lake Tourism Council715/427-5404, 800/819-5453www.riblakewisconsin.com

Rice Lake Area Chamber ofCommerce715/234-2126, 800/523-6318www.rice-lake.com

Richland Center AreaChamber/Main Street608/647-6205www.richlandchamber.com

Ripon Area Chamber of Commerce920/748-6764www.ripon-wi.com

River Falls Area Chamber ofCommerce 715/425-2533www.rfchamber.com

Rock County Tourism Council608/757-5587, 866/376-8767www.rockcounty.org

Rusk Co. Visitors Center & RailDisplays715/532-2642, 800/535-7875www.ruskcounty.org

Sauk Prairie Area Chamber ofCommerce608/643-4168, 800/683-2453www.saukprairie.com

Sayner-Star Lake Chamber ofCommerce715/542-3789, 888/722-3789www.sayner-starlake.org

Shawano Country Chamber ofCommerce715/524-2139, 800/235-8528www.shawanocountry.com

Sheboygan County Chamber ofCommerce800/457-9497www.sheboygan.org

Sheboygan Falls Chamber/MainStreet, Inc.920/467-6206www.sheboyganfalls.org/chamber-mnst.htm

Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce715/468-4340www.shelllakeonline.com

Shullsburg CommunityDevelopment Corp.608/965-4579www.shullsburgwisconsin.org

Siren Area Chamber of Commerce715/349-2273, 800/788-3164www.visitsiren.com

Sister Bay AdvancementAssociation920/854-2812www.sisterbaytourism.com

Somerset Chamber of Commerce715/247-3366www.somerset-chamber.com

Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce608/269-4123, 800/354-2453www.bikesparta.com

Spooner Area Chamber ofCommerce715/635-2168, 800/367-3306chamber.spooneronline.com

Spring Green Chamber ofCommerce608/588-2054, 800/588-2042www.springgreen.com

St. Croix Falls715-483-3580www.scfwi.com

St. Germain Chamber of Commerce715/477-2205, 800/727-7203www.st-germain.com

Stevens Point Area Convention &Visitors Bureau715/344-2556, 800/236-4636www.stevenspointarea.com

Stockholm Merchants Association715/442-2266stockholmwisconsin.com

Stone Lake Area TourismInformation715/865-3378

Stoughton Chamber of Commerce608/873-7912, 888/873-7912www.stoughtonwi.com

Sturgeon Bay Visitor & ConventionBureau920/743-6246, 800/301-6695www.sturgeonbay.net

Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce608/837-4547, 800/400-6162www.sunprairiechamber.com

Superior-Douglas CountyConvention & Visitors Bureau715/392-2773, 800/942-5313www.superiorchamber.org

Taylor County Tourism 715/748-4729, 888/682-9567www.medfordwis.com

Three Lakes Area Chamber ofCommerce and Welcome Center715/546-3344, 800/972-6103www.threelakes.com

Tomah Convention & VisitorsBureau608/372-2166, 800/948-6624www.tomahwisconsin.com

Tomahawk Regional Chamber ofCommerce715/453-5334, 800/569-2160www.gototomahawk.com

Trempealeau Chamber ofCommerce608/534-6780www.trempealeau.net

Trempealeau County TourismCouncil608/534-6615, 800/927-5339www.trempealeaucountytourism.com

Turtle Flambeau FlowageAssociation715/476-2555

Twin Lakes Area Chamber &Business Association262/877-2220www.twinlakeschamber.com

Two Rivers(see Manitowoc Area VCB)

Uplands of Southwest Wisconsin608/437-6580, 800/279-9472www.uplands.ws/

Vernon County Tourism Council608/637-2575www.visitvernoncounty.com

Vilas County Advertising &Publicity Dept.715/479-3649, 800/236-3649www.vilas.org

Viroqua(see Vernon County)

Walworth County Visitor’s Bureau262/723-3980, 800/395-8687www.visitwalworthcounty.com

Warrens Area Business Association608/378-4200www.cranfest.com

Washburn Area Chamber ofCommerce715/373-5017, 800/253-4495www.washburnchamber.com

Washburn County/Spooner AreaTourism715/635-9696, 800/367-3306www.washburncounty.org

Washington County Convention &Visitors Bureau262/677-5069, 888/974-8687www.visitwashingtoncounty.com

Washington Island Chamber ofCommerce920/847-2179www.washingtonislandchamber.com

Watertown Area Chamber ofCommerce920/261-6320www.watertownchamber.com

Waukesha & Pewaukee CVB262/542-0330, 800/366-8474www.visitwaukesha.org

Waupaca Area Chamber ofCommerce715/258-7343, 888/417-4040www.waupacamemories.com

Waupun Chamber of Commerce920/324-3491www.waupunchamber.com

Wausau/Central WisconsinConvention & Visitors Bureau715/355-8788, 888/948-4748www.visitwausau.com

Waushara Area Chamber ofCommerce920/787-3488, 877/928-8662www.visitwaushara.com/

Webster(see Burnett County)

West Bend Area Chamber ofCommerce262/338-2666, 888/338-8666www.wbachamber.org

Westby Chamber of Commerce608/634-4011, 866/493-7829www.westbywi.com

Weyauwega Area Chamber ofCommerce920/867-2500www.weyauwegachamber.com

Whitewater Tourism Council 262-473-4005; 866-499-8687www.discoverwhitewater.org

Winchester Chamber of Commerce715/686-2872www.winchesterwi.com

Winneconne Area Chamber ofCommerce920/582-4775www.winneconne.org

Winter Area Chamber ofCommerce715/266-2204, 800/762-7179www.winterwi.com

Wisconsin Dells Visitor &Convention Bureau608/254-4636, 800/223-3557www.wisdells.com

Wisconsin Indian Head CountryTourism715/924-2970, 800/826-6966www.wisconsinindianhead.org

Wisconsin Rapids Area Convention& Visitors Bureau715/422-4650, 800/554-4484www.visitwisrapids.com

Woodruff(see Minocqua-Arbor Vitae-Woodruff)



1. Accommodations2. Agricultural Information3. Arts Information4. Attractions5. ATV Information6. Biking Information7. Boat, Snowmobile & ATV

Licensing and Regulation8. Camping Information9. Fishing & Hunting Licensing

& Regulation10.Golf Courses11.History & Heritage12.Meeting & Convention

Planning13.Road Conditions &

Construction Detours14.Rustic Roads15.Snowmobiling Information16.Weather Reports

1. AccommodationsFor a free copy of the Wisconsin Bed& Breakfast Directory, the officialpublication of the Wisconsin Bed andBreakfast Association (WBBA),featuring 200 unique B&Bsthroughout the state, call 800/4328747, or order from the tourism Website, www.travelwisconsin.com. Toview the same data on-line, includingamenities, contact information, andphotos of each property, visit theWBBA Web site atwww.yestobliss.comFor a free copy of the WisconsinLodging Directory, the officialpublication of the WisconsinInnkeepers Association (WIA), listingnearly 1,000 hotels, motels, resorts,B&Bs and country inns across thestate, call 800/432-8747, or orderfrom the tourism Web site,www.travelwisconsin.com. To viewthe same data on-line, includingamenities, contact information andphotos of each property, visit the WIAWeb site at.www.wisconsinlodging.info

2. Agricultural InformationThe Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculturemaintains an excellent Web site,savorWisconsin.com. It offers themost advanced search capabilities tofind your favorite Wisconsin products,including municipal farmers markets,roadside markets, maple syrup andhoney products, wineries, Christmastree farms, farms where you can pickyour own fruits and vegetables,organic produce, and much more.

3. Arts InformationFor a free copy of the Wisconsin ArtsBoard’s Art and Craft Fairs Directory,listing more than 400 art and craftfairs statewide, call 800/432-8747, ororder from the tourism Web site,www.travelwisconsin.com. To viewthe same data on-line, as well as anonline copy of the Wisconsin ArtMuseum & Gallery Guide, visit theWisconsin Arts Board’s Web site atwww.artsboard.wisconsin.gov.

The Cultural Coalition of Wisconsinhas created www.portalwisconsin.orgto support the state’s culture, arts,humanities and history. It is acomprehensive guide to Wisconsin’sperformance and visual arts.

4. AttractionsFor a free copy of the WisconsinHighway Map & Attraction Guide, apublication of the Association ofWisconsin Tourism Attractions (AWTA)featuring 64 member and associatemember attractions, call 800/432-8747, or order from the tourism Website, www.travelwisconsin.com. Toview the same data on-line, visit theAWTA Web site atwww.wiattraction.com.The Wisconsin Association ofConvention & Visitors Bureausmaintains an attractive Web site withdirect links to each of its twenty-seven member city sites. There you’llfind plenty of timely informationabout the events, attractions,recreational activities and amenitiesoffered by each destination. To accessthis Wisconsin travel information, visitwww.escapetowisconsin.com.

5. ATV Information For a free copy of the Wisconsin ATVGuide, which includes maps andnarrative information about twentyATV trails and intensive use areas inWisconsin, call 800/432-8747, ororder on-line atwww.travelwisconsin.com.The Wisconsin ATV Association hasfree membership information, pub-lishes a magazine, and has additionalinformation on its Web sitewww.watva.org, or call 920-694-0583.

6. Biking InformationFor a free copy of the WisconsinBiking Guide including detailed mapsand descriptions of 30 designatedbike trails, off-road mountain biketrails, and on-road loop tours, call800/432-8747, or order on-line atwww.travelwisconsin.com. That sameWeb site also includes maps,descriptions and trail facts for morethan fifty other Wisconsin bike trailsand tours.The Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin(BFW) sells a set of four,comprehensive maps showing on-road bicycle routes as well as linearbike trails. The large, foldout mapsare available in many Wisconsinbicycle shops for suggested retailprice of $3 each for BFW members($5 non-members), or $10/set forBFW members ($18 non-members),plus tax. The maps can also beordered by calling 800/362-4537; add$3 S&H for up to 3 maps, $5 for theset of 4 maps.Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin106 E. Doty St.Madison, WI 53703608/251-4456www.bfw.org

Wisconsin Off-Road BicyclingAssociationPO Box 664Racine, WI 53401-0664www.worba.org

7. Boat, Snowmobile & ATVLicensing and RegulationFor information about boat,snowmobile, and ATV licensing andregulation, contact:Wisconsin DNRP.O. Box 7924Madison, WI 53707-7924608/266-2107www.dnr.state.wi.us

8. Camping InformationPrivate CampgroundsFor a free copy of the WACOCampground Directory, the officialpublication of the WisconsinAssociation of Campground Owners,featuring 164 privately owned camp-grounds across the state, call 800/4328747, or order from the tourism Website, www.travelwisconsin.com. Toview the same data on-line, visit theWACO Web site at www.wisconsin-campgrounds.com.State Park and ForestCampgroundsTo request a free Wisconsin StateParks Visitors Guide, call 800/432-8747, or order from the tourism Website, www.travelwisconsin.com. Toview the same data on-line, visit thestate parks Web site atwww.wiparks.net. To make a camp-site reservation at a Wisconsin StatePark or State Forest, call 888/WI-PARKS (888/947-2757), or go on-lineat www.reserveamerica.com

9. Fishing & Hunting Licensing& RegulationFor information about fishing andhunting licensing and regulations,contact:Wisconsin DNRP.O. Box 7921Madison, WI 53707-7921608/266 2621 (Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm) 877/945-4236 (24/7, including Non-resident Snowmobile Pass sales)www.dnr.state.wi.us

10. Golf CoursesFor a free copy of the Wisconsin GolfGuide, Directory of Courses, the offi-cial publication of the Golf CourseOwners of Wisconsin (GCOW) featur-ing more than 450 golf courses in thestate available for public play, call800/432 8747, or order from thetourism Web site, www.travelwiscon-sin.com. To view the same data on-line, visit the GCOW Web site atwww.gcow.org.

11. History & HeritageWisconsin Historical Society Sites The Wisconsin Historical Society oper-ates ten historic sites and museumsstatewide that illuminate and preserveWisconsin’s past. For informationabout these educational and culturalsites, contact:

Wisconsin Historical Society816 State St.Madison, WI 53706-1482608/264 6400 (Information Desk),608/264-6535 (Library Reference Desk)608/264-6555 (Museum at 30 NCarroll on the Square)www.wisconsinhistory.org

12. Meeting & ConventionPlanningFor assistance in planning a meetingor convention in Wisconsin, contact:Wisconsin Association ofConvention & Visitor BureausP.O. Box 393Sun Prairie, WI 53590-0393608/837-6693, 877/967-9674www.thinkwisconsin.com

13. Road Conditions &Construction DetoursFor recorded reports of statewidedetours, closures, trafficinconveniences or winter roadconditions, call 511 or 866-511-9472toll-free from Wisconsin andneighboring states, or visitwww.511wi.gov/Web/.

14. Rustic Roads The Wisconsin Rustic Roads Programidentifies rural, lightly traveledroadways that retain the charm of anera when people traveled slower andsavored the sights and sounds alongthe way. Wisconsin Rustic Roads is a72-page guide that details eachroadway. Download this e-publicationat www.travelwisconsin.com. To viewthe same data on-line, visit the rusticroad’s website atwww.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/scenic/rusticroads.htm

15. Snowmobiling InformationFor a free Wisconsin SnowmobileTrails Map or for a free WisconsinFall/Winter Event & Recreation Guidelisting county contacts for local mapsand conditions, call 800/432-8747, ororder on-line atwww.travelwisconsin.com. For membership and contactinformation about local snowmobileclubs in all 72 Wisconsin counties thatgroom and maintain Wisconsin’s22,000 miles of trail, contact:Association of WisconsinSnowmobile Clubs529 Trail Side Dr Suite 100DeForest, WI 53532608-846-5534 or 800-232-4108www.awsc.org

16. Weather ReportsBefore you travel, you can check theweather report for Wisconsin and theMidwest by visitingwww.weather.gov. For sectors inWisconsin, call one of these numbers:Green Bay: 920/494 2363La Crosse: 608/784 7294Madison (Sullivan): 608/249 6645Milwaukee (Sullivan): 414/744-8000

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We did our part. Now you do yours.

As you vacation, recycle cans, bottles, paper and plastics. When you camp, leave no trace.Purchase your firewood in Wisconsin; don’t bring any from out-of-state. When you rent a car,get one that’s fuel-efficient. When you leave your hotel room, turn off the lights and the AC. When you trailer your boat, help control invasive species by draining your bilge and live well,

removing weeds, and destroying any unused bait.

And as you travel, patronize certified Travel Green Wisconsin businesses.They’ve invested in sustainable travel practices.

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