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Campgrounds

Just Minutes Away From Devil’s Lake State Park... It’s Like Camping In Your Own Backyard! TM

Smokey Hollow Campground W9935 McGowan Rd., Lodi, WI 53555

(608) 635-4806

Whether you are looking for a weekend filled with activities or the quiet relaxation of a secluded campground, Smokey Hollow is the place for you and your family! www.smokeyhollowcampground.com

Merry Mac’s Campground

Baraboo Hills Campground

E12995 Halweg Rd., Merrimac, WI 53561

E10545 Terrytown Rd., Baraboo, WI 53913

(608) 356-8505

We invite you to make Baraboo Hills Campground your home away from home while you visit all the excitement of the Wisconsin Dells, natural beauty of Devil’s Lake State Park, or fun of the Circus World Museum. www.baraboohillscampground.com

(608) 493-2367

Welcome to one of the BEST campgrounds in Wisconsin! Merry Mac’s Campground is a family friendly campground nestled between the South shore of Devil’s Lake and Lake Wisconsin. www.merrymacscampground.com

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Welcome to Columbia County

Welcome!

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Table of Contents

Proudly Supporting the ns Following Organizatio ge Main Street Porta61,

Arlington, Village 608-635-2474

nd Area Cambria-Frieslamm erce Chamber of Co St. 106 W. Edgewater Cambria, WI 53923 920-348-6090 ber.com www.cambriafrieslandcham

117 W. Cook St., PO Box Portage, WI 53901 608-745-1861 www.mainstreetportage.org

Pardeeville Area n Business Associatio 53954

Portage Chamber of Commerce

Where the Fun Begins

104 W. Cook St., Suite A Portage, WI 53901 800-474-2525 608-742-6242 www.portagewi.com

1800 Kutzke Rd., Ste 102 Portage, WI 53901 608-742-6161 www.ccedc.com

Columbia County Offices

r Poynette Chambe of Commerce 625

608-742-2191 www.co.columbia.wi.us

Columbus Area ce er Chamber of Comm

53955-0 PO Box 625, Poynette, WI 608-635-2425 www.poynettechamber.com

PO Box 362 Columbus, WI 53925 920-632-3699 m www.columbuswichamber.co

reet Columbus Main St 23 128 W. James St. P.O. Box Columbus, WI 53925 920-623-5325 g www.columbusmainstreet.or

ge Doylestown, Villa 920-992-3610

r Fall River Chambe of Commerce PO Box 6, Fall River, WI 53932-0006 920-484-6257 m www.fallriverwichamber.co

sin Lodi & Lake Wiscon erce mm Co of r be am Ch 55-0043 PO Box 43, Lodi, WI 535 608-592-4412 www.lodiwisconsin.com www.lakewisconsin.org

unity Lodi Area Opport . & Development Inc (L.O.D.I.) 53555

Randolph Chambe of Commerce

53956 PO Box 66, Randolph, WI 920-326-4769 www.randolphwi.net

Rio, Village

207 Lincoln Ave, PO Box Rio, WI 53960-0105 920-992-5454

UW – Extension Columbia County

608-742-9680 bia www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/colum

Wisconsin Dells nt Business Improveme District www.wisdellsdowntown.com

Visitor Wisconsin DellsBu reau & Convention 390, 701 Superior St., PO Box 390 Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965-0 800-223-3557 www.wisdells.com

Wyocena, Village

913, 165 East Dodge St., PO Box Wyocena, WI 53969-0913 608-429-2349 www.villageofwyocena.com

VILLAGE OF Friesla

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. . . . . . . . . . 15, 24 Parks and Recreation 24 Dining. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Golfing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 s. . . . . . . . . . . . . Antiques and Gallerie 22 Barn Quilts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Camping & Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ts. . . . . . . 56-57 Farm Products & Marke 38 Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Amish Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Outdoor Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Parks & Recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Horicon Marsh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Communities

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920-348-5156

Scenic Byway 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . g Clubs. . . . . . . 8 Transportation/Curlin 18-23 Calendar of Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Hwy 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47-48 Explore WI 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-61 100 Things To Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WI PO Box 337 • Pardeeville, 608-429-3596 www.pardeeville.biz

Columbia County Economic Development Corporation

401 Chestnut St., Lodi, WI 608-592-4038

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n. . . . . . . . 40-42 Lodi and Lake Wisconsi 54-55 Sauk County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Wisconsin Dells. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Rio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45 Fall River . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Beaver Dam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-31 Columbus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Randolph. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Cambria Friesland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Green Lake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Waupun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Pardeeville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Marquette County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7, 9-17, 64 Portage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Wyocena. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Poynette. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Arlington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Antiques & Galleries

Antiques Antiques Mall of Portage 128 W. Cook St., Portage (608) 742-2400 www.antiquesmallofportage.com

Antique Mall of Wisconsin Dells 720 Oak St., Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-2422 www.wisconsinantiquedealers.com

Antiques Shoppe’s of Columbus-Mall Annex 141 E. James St., Columbus (920) 623-2669

Arts Antiques Collectibles E10445 Xanadu Rd., Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-7229

Columbus Antiques Mall & Christopher Columbus Museum “Wisconsin’s Largest Antique Mall” 239 Whitney St., Columbus (920) 623-1992 Open Everyday 8:15am - 4pm www.columbusantiquemall.com

Main Street - Mercantile 117 W. Cook Street Portage, WI 53901 (608) 745-1861

My Gang Antique Mall 14 W. Munroe St., Wisconsin Dells (608) 253-2029

Days Gone By Antique Mall

Oak St. Antique Mall

729-731 Oak St., Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-6788 www.days-gone-by.com

725 Oak St., Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-4200

Pardeeville Antique Mall

Judy’s Antiques

103 Industrial Dr., Pardeeville (608) 429-9393 Open daily 10-5

N9099 CTH CX Portage, WI 53901 (608) 742-2226

Seward’s Folly 100 East Seward St., Poynette (608) 635-4785

Carousel Antiques 132 East James St., Columbus (920) 623-5309

Galleries Artistic Expressions

Hand Blown Glass

Three Bats In The Belfry

531 Broadway Wisconsin Dells (608) 235-8380

34 Broadway Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-7054 www.handblownglass-gifts.com.

203 Portage St., Lodi (608) 592-3342 Antiques, Garden Decor and much more. Located in historic church.

The Mercantile

West James Gallery

117 W. Cook St, Downtown Portage (608) 745-5768

128 West James St., Columbus (920) 623-5325

Cottage House Primitives 120 S. Main, Lodi (608) 592-7474 Folk Art & Antiques, 18th Century Furniture, Historic Textiles.

Drury Gallery 301 E. Cook St., Portage (608) 742-5655 www.portagecenterforthearts.com

Sunfall 139 S. Main, Lodi (608) 592-4012 Antiques, Art, Gifts. Located in historic bank building.

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Sports Memorabilia Shop • Framing Shop • Gift Shops • Organic Food Store • Floral Shop • Banks Seven-Screen Theater • WI only Canal with Restored canal lock system • Barbers • Beauty Salons Law Firms • Dentists • Optometrist • Photo Studio • Auto repair shops • Filling stations Music instructors • Video production Co. • Gift & Artisan Niche Shops Co-op

Sports Memorabilia • Children's Toy Shop • Antique Shops • Coin Shop • Eye Glass Clinic • Mexican Grocery Auto Parts • Embroidery Shop • Re-sale Shops • Spas • Pubs • Tattoo Shop • Clock Shop • Tourist rest area WI river observation point • Fish & boat-2 access ramps to WI river • Home Health Care Chamber of Commerce • Main St. Org. • ATMs • Sports Pub

Bead Shop • Antique Shops • Sew n Vac shop • Jewelry Shops • World War II Museum Alteration shop • Accountants • Tuxedo Shop • Popcorn and Ice cream shop Restaurants • Realtors • Insurance Brokers • Title Co. • Public Library • Ladies Accessories Fraternal Orgs • Pottery Shop • Hunting & Fishing Sports Shop • Drug Store Women's Clothing (missy-petites-plus sizes) • Furniture store

Pawn Shop • Investment Firms • Archery range • Hiking/biking Trails • Walking Tour Historic Water Front & Historic Retail District on National Register

Curling & Transportation

Transportation Amtrak Stations 359 N. Ludington St., Columbus (920) 623-3831 400 W. Oneida St., Portage (608) 742-1744 100 La Crosse St., Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-7706

Portage Municipal Airport 1011 Silver Lake Dr. (608) 742-3300

Greyhound Bus Travel Mart Inc. 611 Frontage Rd. Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-5077

Curling Arlington Curling Club 207 Pierce St., P.O. Box 224 Arlington, WI 53911 (608) 635-4013

Lodi Curling Club 704 Fair St., Lodi, WI 53555 (608) 592-7372

Pardeeville Curling Club 203 Second St., P.O. Box 442 Pardeeville, WI 53954 (608) 429-2000

Portage Curling Club 107 Albert St., Portage, WI 53901 (608) 742-3237

Poynette Curling Club 216 East Hudson St Poynette, WI 53955 (608) 635-7100

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Explore Downtown Portage

By: By:Carol Carol Shogren Shogren

Concerts at the Portage

An An ever ever changing changing collection collection of of beautiful, beautiful, original original jewelry jewelry and and accessories accessories handmade handmade by by local local artist artist Carol Carol Shogren. Shogren. She She specializes specializes in in Swarovski Swarovski crystals, crystals, gemstones,glass,recycled gemstones,glass,recycled materials, materials, pearls pearls and and anything anything else else she she can can get get her her hands hands on! on!

Every Wednesday 6:30pm at the VFW Hall located behind Walgreens June through August

Mon Mon -- Fri,10AM Fri,10AM -- 55 PM PM •• Sat Sat 10AM 10AM -- 33 PM PM

117W.Cook Street • Downtown Portage

Wilz Drug

Home HealtH Care See Us For All Your Home Health Care & Prescription Needs

AMPERS&ND fun gifts for all occasions candles • picture frames • tea • coffee Lusa Organic products • purses • pajamas hot chocolate • wine themed gifts the only place to buy the “Wiscowsin” cow merchandise

117 W. COOK STREET HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PORTAGE

117 W. Cook St., Downtown Portage Mon-Wed 10am-5pm Thurs 10am-7pm Fri 10am-5pm Sat 9am-3pm

608-745-5768

Your destination for local art, jewelry, WI products and toys See us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/portmercantile

Gifts for ALL OCCASIONS!

140 E. Cook St. Portage, WI • 742-3545

Several Classes

Now Available

Formal Wear Rentals by

Stop in for a class schedule! • Make your own jewelry for special occasions or gifts

AlterAtions for Men & WoMen for all occasions!

• We offer excellent Children’s Birthday Parties 210 W. Cook St., Portage, WI

Tailoring and Tuxes

210 W. Wisconsin • 742-3257

608-742-5900 • Open Daily! • www.prairieflowerbeads.com 1 0 0 0 ’s o f b e a d s i n d i ffe re n t c o l o rs , s i z e s & s t y l e s ! Today’s Fashions ll... in All Sizes We have it a ! e iv r d e Petite It’s worth th Located in Downtown Portage

Mon, Wed-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-3, Tues & Sun by appt.

Hunting & Fishing Headquarters!

Missy Plus Size

Smart Woman 608-742-5733

Fancy Pants 608-742-5711

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✔Archery

✔Fishing

✔Ammunition

✔Tackle

D.W. Sports Center 125 W. Cook, Portage • 742-7745

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Explore Downtown Portage

Portage Flea Markets First Saturday of the month. June - September at Veteran’s Memorial Field 7am-3pm

Portage Downtown Walking Tours First Saturday of the month. June - August Leaving Chamber of Commerce office at 10am

Farmer’s Markets Every Thursday May - October Noon - 6pm

PORTAGE Open 7 days a Week.

128 W. Cook St.

Downtown Portage (608)742-2400

3 Levels & Over 8000 sq. ft. to Browse

Something for everyone! www.antiquesmallofportage.com

2010 Tourism Award Winner!

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Portage

Portage Arts & Culture Unique cultural experiences The Portage Center for the Arts is dedicated to the cultural growth and enhancement of those living in Portage and the surrounding area, by providing a community venue for the arts. The center hosts a variety of theatrical events and art exhibits including the Performing Arts Series, the Zona Gale Young People’s Theatre and the Gale Singers. Additionally, the Drury Gallery hosts free monthly art exhibits from September through May, showcasing local and nationally recognized artists.

Tracy Kapp Owner / Pet Groomer

www.ppawsbg.com

Precious Paws Boa

608-697-5712 rding & Grooming, LLC Dog Boarding

Kids Ski Free!

N415 3rd Avenue Dog & Cat Grooming

Portage, WI 53901

at Cascade Mountain

The Portage Community Theatre Group is a group of community members dedicated to bringing theatrical performances to our community. Theatrical projects take place at many times throughout the year while helping to enhance the quality of life of residents. This group is working to make sure that everyone is sure to be touched by the performing arts. The Portage Community School District also supports the arts by offering theatrical and musical performances. In addition, you will find a seven-screen movie theater (Portage Theatre) in the heart of our downtown showcasing many movies in Dolby Digital 3-D along with the areas sharpest, brightest picture and best in digital surround sound.

Cheers!

Best Selection of Fine Wines in the Area. Great Selection of Craft Beers. Everything you need for your next party or get-together. “Serving the area for over 34 years”

That's right! Kids 12 and under can ski free at Cascade Mountain when accompanied by a paid adult.Visit our website for more great deals, like mini-vacation packages, overnight water park stays and group rates.

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Daley’s Beverage Mart 1623 New Pinery Rd., Portage 742-4651

3013 Cty Hwy CX • Portage, WI

608.742.7141 • 800.542.7141 www.hillautomotive.com

AUTOMOTIVE

• FULL SERVICE & PARTS DEPARTMENT • STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP

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Extraordinary Care Divine Savior Healthcare – 608-742-4131

Our team of medical professionals is here to provide you extraordinary care in our state-of-the-art facilty.

For more information on our services, providers and events, please visit www.dshealthcare.com. Pleased to provide: • Family Medicine • Obstetrics/Birthing Center • Gynecology • Pediatrics • Sports Medicine • Rehabilitation Services • Physical Medicine • Occupational Medicine • General Surgery • Orthopedic Surgery • Podiatry

• Pulmonology • Sleep Medicine • Advanced Diagnostics • Audiology • Dialysis & Infusion Therapy • Extended Residential Care at Tivoli • Community Health • Emergency Services • Urgent Care • Home Care

2817 New Pinery Road | Portage, WI 53901 | www.dshealthcare.com

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Authentic Mexican Cuisine

We have a great selection of inexpensive, gently used items in a clean environment.

Shop Vinny’s, you’ll be glad you did! Pots/Pans • Dishes • toasters & small aPPliances • Blankets Pillows • PuDgy-Pie makers & more!

St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store

1311 W. Wisconsin St., Portage • 742-5513 Hours: Mon - Thurs 9-5, Fri 9-8, Sat 9-5

2653 New Pinery Rd, Portage 608-745-6776

Pizza

Wings

Pasta

2 Delicious Flavors!

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Portage

Towing & Recovery Services: Heavy Duty Towing & Recovery Light Duty Towing & Recovery Road Side Assistance Available Out of State Towing Ice/Water Recovery Winchouts madisoncollege.edu

Accidents Door Unlocks Jumpstarts Fuel/Gas Delivery Tire Changes

I90/94 Exit 108A, Portage, WI 53901

Iron Skillet Buffet

5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. • 742-6901 Full menu 24/7 • 365 days/year

Miller SiMonSon inSurance Scott Miller

Troy Simonson

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608-617-7164

608-697-2391

Trust and Loyalty are both earned, we welcome the opportunity to earn yours! Home • AuTo • BuSIneSS • LIfe • AnnuITIeS • LTC

Medicare SuppleMentS • part d & advantage

608-745-4665 • 118 W. Collins St., Portage, WI 53901 or www.millersimonsoninsurance.com

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Load Transfers Secured Lot RV Tows & Repairs Shop Repairs

Blystones Towing & Repair 24 Hour Towing

1201 W. State Hwy 33, Portage

608-742-4228

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Portage

WELCOME TO COLUMBIA COUNTY WISCONSIN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

Under New Ownership Friday Night Fish Fry • Full Service Bar Check out our Salad Bar • Sunday Breakfast Buffet 2503 W. Wisconsin St. • Portage, WI • 608-742-8208

The Purpose of the Columbia County Economic Development Corporation is to foster and encourage activities in the county that result in constructive economic development and/or result in an improved quality of life.

For more information contact: Nancy R. Elsing, Executive Director Carmen Griffith, Administrative Assistant 1800 Kutzke Rd. Suite 102, Portage WI 53901 1-608-742-6161 www.ccedc.com

Preuss ImPlement

Jim Preuss • Hwy 51 & P • Portage •742-5525

$10 Haircuts WALK INS Every Wednesday WELCOME!

The AmericAn Legion STATe heAdquArTerS muSeum And LeArning cenTer The mission of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin is to provide service to veterans, their families and their communities. This mission is accomplished through our many programs:  Department Service Ofﬁce  Troop & Family Support  Camp American Legion  Children & Youth Activities  Badger Boys State  Legion Baseball These are just a few of the programs offered. The American Legion is a non-proﬁt veteran’s service organization and your contributions are tax-deductible. The Headquarters and Museum are open to the public. Come visit us at: 2930 American Legion Drive PO Box 388, Portage, WI 53901 (Located between Wal-Mart and Goodwill)

CUTS | COLOR | PERMS | WAX

Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2936 New Pinery Rd. • Portage • 608-745-1212 Mon.-Fri. 9am-8pm; Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun 10am-3pm

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Portage

Historical Portage The Portage Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to Historic Portage. Portage is a wonderful place to grow your business, raise your family or just visit. The area offers small town charm with residential neighborhoods and growing commercial and industrial business sites, next to the beautiful Wisconsin and Fox Rivers. Our strong historical heritage offers an excellent environment in which to live and work. We are certainly eager to share this rich history with all who pass through. The historical distinction of Portage lies in its unique geographical location between the Fox and Wisconsin Rivers. Here, the two rivers, one flowing north to the St. Lawrence, the other south to the Mississippi, are separated by a narrow neck of land over which, for two centuries, adventurers and settlers traveling the waterway had to portage their canoes and heavy packs from one stream to another. The settlement, which grew here because of the resulting traffic, was first known as “Wau-wau-onah,” Winnebago for “carry on the shoulder.” During the French occupation, it was simply “le portage” (from porter: to carry). This was eventually Anglicized to Portage. Today, Portage boasts many outdoor recreational resources, wonderful homes, excellent schools and well established industries that provide solid employment opportunities. Both residents and visitors can relax and unwind in one of Portage’s many parks, take in the area’s beautiful scenery along the rivers or visit any of our seven historic attractions. Our historic downtown contributes to the history coming alive in Portage. You will find a variety of quaint niche stores, restaurants and specialty shops all located next to our

HISTORIC INDIAN AGENCY HOUSE at Ft. Winnebago NEWLY RESTORED 1832 workplace and home of Federal IndianAgent John Kinzie and his adventurous wife, Juliette. Experience their story:A dynamic, newlywed couple witnesses ﬁrsthand the exciting expansion of our young nation - and its many devastating effects upon the indigenous Native population. Next to the IceAge National Scenic NEW 1.2 mile Nature Trail Trail and the historic Portage Canal. Phone: (608)742-6362, Web: agencyhouse.org Located 1/2 mile East of Portage on Highway 33.

Open May 15 – Oct. 15. 7 days a week. 10am-4pm GuidedToursAvailable.

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www.portagewi.com

800-474-2525

beautiful Portage Canal and levee walking path. Complimenting the downtown are many other dining establishments, specialty stores, entertainment venues and a variety of larger national retail chains located in the community. You are sure to find some entertainment options by taking in a movie at our seven-screen Theatre or stopping in for an art show or play production at our Portage Center for the Arts. Keeping yourself active will be easy by taking in a game of golf at one of our local courses or during the winter months you can take part in curling at our local club or skiing at Cascade Mountain. Whether you are interested in visiting our community or you are looking to relocate and make Portage your home, we hope you explore and discover all that we have to offer.

Museum at the Portage Former home of Author/Playwright

Zona Gale

Permanent & Seasonal Exhibits open april, May, September & october Thursday - Saturday 1pm - 4pm June, July & august Tuesday - Saturday 1pm - 4pm

Free Admission 804 MacFarlane, Portage • (608) 742-6682 • www.portagemuseum.org

WWW.FORTWINNEBAGOSURGEONSQUARTERS.ORG TEL 608.742.2949

Open May 15th to October 15th Tuesday thru Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

1824 Hwy 33 East - 1/2 mile East of Portage Built in 1828 this is the last remaining building of Fort Winnebago. Many original items from the Fort and original furnishings are on display.

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Columbia County Fair

Columbia County Fair JULY 24-28, 2013 162 ND YEAR OF FUN!

WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 2013

1:00 P.M. 4:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M.

Carnival Opens Portage Methodist Church Chicken BBQ Grand Stand Event Moto Cross

THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2013

7:00 P.M.

Grand Stand Event Catch a Pig Contest Vince Anthony Concert

FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2013

4:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M.

Columbia County Pork Partners BBQ Grand Stand Event Tony Rocker & The Comeback Special Band

SATURDAY, JULY 27, 2013

12:30 P.M. 4:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M.

Buyers Buffet Columbia County Farm Bureau Steak Fry Grand Stand Event Demo Derby

SUNDAY, JULY 28, 2013

8:00-11:00 A.M. 3:00 P.M.

FFA Breakfast Grand Stand Event Tractor & Truck Pull

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for the exhibit at TIVOLI for the exhibit featuring the work of Roberta Condon 4pm-6pm. This exhibit will be at Tivoli through the end of June.

11, Lodi Lodi Optimist’s Mother’s Day

Monthly competition & exhibit through May 2013, March Theme – “Real Life Super Heroes”, April Theme – “Stormy Weather”, May is the Winners’ Showcase. For more information, contact Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E. Cook Street, Portage, WI 53901, 608-742-5655. Open Wed-Fri 1-6, Sat 10-3. portagecenterforthearts@ frontier.com, www.Portagecenterforthearts.com

26, Lodi Lodi Valley Farmer’s Market

11, Columbus Badger Antique Auto Club Car Show

27, Lodi Spring Citywide Garage Sales

11, Portage 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Benefit Concert

27, Portage Dangerous Folk Performing Arts Concert Series

15, Portage Agency House Opening Day

23 - May 31, 2013, Portage Poetry and Photos in the Foyer

23, Cambria Fire Department Chili Supper

Euchre, Silent Auction, Gun Raffle, Open House and EMS Bake Sale.

23, Cambria Kiwanis Egg Hunt

10:00 a.m. In Cambria Tarrant Park. Cambria-Friesland School in case of bad weather.

APRIL

2pm-6pm, every Friday through October, 902 North Main Street, Lodi

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Each season we have a six concert Performing Arts Series in our beautiful, intimate 272 seat Zona Gale Theatre. Reserved season tickets and individual tickets are available. Generally the concerts consist of two 45 minute sets and a 15 minute intermission with complimentary refreshments served. Adults $15 - Students $5 www.portagecenterforthearts.com

7pm, Performing Arts Concert Series presents “Blowing in the Wind” featuring Dangerous Folk – Best songs of love & peace from the 1960’s. Reserved seating – Adults/$15 and Students/$5 – Doors open at 7p for 7:30p performance

MAY

May-October, Poynette Farmer’s Market

8am-11am, every Saturday in Pauquette Park, South Main Street, near City Hall

8am-2pm, Enjoy learning about the MacKenzie Center’s sugar bush and how Native American, Pioneers, and today’s volunteers make syrup. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, horse drawn wagon rides, and more! Event is free, concession stand, breakfast, and raffles at additional cost. The MacKenzie Environmental Education Center is located just 2 miles east of Poynette on County Road CS & Q. For more information please call 608-635-8105, www.mackenziecenter.com, MacKenzie Environmental Education Center W7303 County Road CS & Q Poynette, WI 53955 Just 15 miles south of Portage, ruthann@wiwf.org.

6, Portage “Wisconsin’s Native Peoples: Exploring History Where It Happened” Children’s Workshop

Session 1: 9:30am-11:30am Session 2: 1pm-3pm Explore the site where John Kinzie served as Federal Indian Agent to the Ho-Chunk people (with his wife Juliette, grandmother of Girl Scout founder, Juliette Gordon Low), on lands the Ho-Chunk inhabited for hundreds of years before French explorers Father Marquette and Joliet “discovered” the portage in 1673. The session wraps up with a hands-on craft session with a focus on the Plains Indians’ tradition of hide painting. This activity session fulfills the requirements for a Historic Indian Agency House program patch (exclusive to the site), and all participants will receive this patch upon completion of all related activities. $11.00 per child; pre-payment and registration required by deadline Friday, March 29, 2013. Recommended for ages 6 to 12. A maximum of 25 participants per session will be allowed.

12, Portage Opening Reception

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1-30, Portage Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters

School Tours available – by appointment Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage See website for more details about summer events www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

2 – October 31, Portage Portage Farmers Market

Countryside Ford, Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, 920-623-3699

Concert for Riverhaven Homeless Shelter will be held at the PCA at 7:00 p.m. Tickets available at the door.

27, Portage Blowing in the Wind

APRIL 6, Poynette Maple Syrup Festival

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12pm-6pm, featuring home grown produce items, homemade items, and hand-crafted items. Commerce Plaza, every Thursday, May-October, Gil at 608-742-5054 or 608-334-4207

Agency House Opens for the 2013 Tourist Season, http:// agencyhouse.org, Indian Agency House, 608-742-6362, historicindianagencyhouse@gmail.com

15 - October 15, Portage Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters

Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage Tuesday – Sunday 10 am – 4 pm Open to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift Shop Hands on History Day’s– by appointment. School Tours available – by appointment. This is the last remaining building of Fort Winnebago built in 1828. Many original items from the Fort and original furnishings from the Territorial Days are on display. The Garrison School used continuously from 1850 – 1960 is also open for touring. See website for summer events www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

17 – 19, Portage St. Mary’s Best Fest 2013

More details will be posted as they become available. Save the date for a weekend of fun, food, music and a carnival. www.stmaryotic.com, St. Mary’s School and Church grounds, Call 608-742-6998 for more information

18 until October 12, Fall River Fall River Farm/Flea Market

8:30am-12pm, Held every Saturday rain or shine at Savanna Oaks, Hwy. 16 across from Village of Fall River, Vendors welcome call 920-484-6257 or visit web site www.savannaoakscenter.com

4, Pardeeville Pardeeville Student Council Cancer Run-Walk

8am registration & 10am the event begins at Pardeeville High School

4, Lodi Lodi Veterinary Hospital-Second Chance Fund’s 4th Annual Doggie Dash www.lodiwisconsin.com

4, 5, 11, 12, Poynette Apple Blossom Days

Lapecek’s Orchard, www.lapaceksorchard.com

5, Portage Gale Singers Spring Concert

4pm, The Gale Singers Spring Concert, Zona Gale Theatre at the Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E. Cook Street, Portage, WI 53901 608-742-5655 Open Wed-Fri 1-6, Sat 10-3. portagecenterforthearts@frontier.com, www.Portagecenterforthearts.com $5.00 at the door

10-11, Columbus Citywide Garage Sales and Redbud Prince/ Princess contest

Sponsored by Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, 920-623-3699

MAY 18-19,Wisconsin Dells 2013 Wisconsin Dells Automotion Festival Hundreds of classic cars featuring a swap meet, car corral, evening car cruise, raffle and activities for the kids held at Noah’s Ark Waterpark. For more information call 800-223-3557.

19, Portage Historic Indian Agency House Grand ReOpening, featuring Ho-Chunk Dancers

Spend the day with us in celebration of our GRAND RE-OPENING of the 1832 Indian Agency House, following

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2013 Calendar of Events a complete $450,000 restoration and stabilization project. The events begin with a ribbon-cutting marking the museum house’s public opening and debut of a new tour. Starting at 1pm we will be entertained and educated by the Ho-Chunk Dancers. Our local Rotary Club of Portage will be serving lunch and refreshments. Visitors are asked to bring their own chairs or blankets for this open-air event, with a shuttle bus provided for offsite parking options. The Historic Indian Agency House is open from May 15-October 15, with guided tours available for a nominal fee. 608-742-6362 www. agencyhouse.org

23-25, Pardeeville City Wide Rummage & Garage Sales www.villageofpardeeville.net

JUNE

Concert in the Park

June-October, Columbus Farmers Market

3pm-6pm, every Wednesday downtown Columbus 9am-1pm, every Sunday at Julie’s Java House, 419 N. Ludington, next to Amtrak

June-October, Cambria Farmers Market

6 pm, Sponsored by the Village of Fall River. Featuring the Fall River High School Pep Band under the direction of Mr. Alex Rambo. Brats & HOME MADE pies will be served. Concert at the Fall River Village Park.

4-August 27, Lodi Cruise Day Tuesdays

6pm-9pm, every Tuesday at All Stop Travel Plaza, Hwy 60 and I90/94, car show and music, www.lodiwisconsin.com

4pm-7pm, every Tuesday in Cambria Tarrant Park

1, Cambria Village Wide Garage Sales 1, Pardeeville Pardeeville Paddle

Meet and shuttle 9:30am-10:30am; launch 11am Paddle from Indian Trails Campground to Portage, enjoy Portage’s Canal Days, more information at www. wisconsinpaddlers.org

1, Portage Divine Savior Healthcare Run/Walk

MAY 26, Portage Fly-In Breakfast at Portage Airport

7am-1pm, Join us for the Fly-In Breakfast. Eggs cooked to order along with pancakes, sausage, milk, juice and coffee. See the planes up close and talk with the pilots. Portage Airport, 1011 Silver Lake Dr., 742-3300, John Poppy

27, Lodi Lodi Valley Historical Society Chicken BBQ

10am-2pm at the Historical Museum at 173 S. Main, Lodi www.lodiwisconsin.com

27, Pardeeville Memorial Day Program

10am at American Legion Park www.villageofpardeeville.net

27, Portage Memorial Day Ceremony & Parade

Parade begins at 10:30am at the intersection of West Slifer Street and Airport Road and goes east to Blue Star Park where a ceremony is held following the parade. Contact Dave DuVall, 745-1680 for additional information.

29-June 2, Cambria Ball Tournament at Cambria Tarrant Park 31 - June 2, Portage Canal Days 2013

Canal Days Weekend features encampments and tours of the Historic Indian Agency House and Fort Winnebago Surgeon’s Quarters along with a parade, downtown walking tour, live music and food. Sunday you can join the Kid’s Fisheree and the canoe rides on the Portage Canal. Contact Gil at 742-5054 or 334-4207 for details. www.mainstreetportage.org

31-June 1, Fall River Village Garage Sale & Brat Fry

Brat Fry located in center of Fall River at The Furniture Service Station. Event sponsored by Fall River Chamber. www.fallriverwichamber.com

33rd Annual Run/Walk on Saturday, June 1st at 8:30am. This year’s Run/Walk will begin on our campus on Portage’s north side. Runners and walkers will start and stop near Tivoli, our residential facility. All Run/Walk proceeds will go to support Divine Savior Healthcare’s Community Education Programs. In addition, we are also pleased to host a Kite Flying Festival on our campus following the Run/Walk. Come see the professionals fly their magnificent kites, participate in a kite making workshop and/or bring your own kite to fly – bring a lawn chair or blanket and have some free good old-fashioned family fun! 608-745-6289, race fees are posted online at www.dshealthcare.com.

1, July 6, August 3, Sept 7, Portage Portage City Flea Market & City-Wide Rummage Sales

7am-3pm, 2013 Portage City Flea Market featuring Crafts, Produce, Antiques, Collectibles, Rummage Sale Items. Indoor/Outdoor so we’ll be there rain or shine! City-Wide Rummage Sales will take place each month coinciding with the flea market weekend. www. ci.portage.wi.us, Parks and Recreation 608-742-2178, portagecityevents@gmail.com, 300 Superior Street, Portage, WI, First Saturday of June, July, August and September, Free admission - vendor fees apply, Veterans Memorial Fields home of the Columbia County Fair, located next to and inside the Bidwell Building in the center of the area.

1, July 6, August 3, Portage Downtown Walking Tour

10am-11am, Spend the morning learning about Historic Downtown Portage. The guided tour starts at the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce office, 104 W. Cook Street, Portage, WI, pacc@portagewi.com, free 1 - 2, Portage

Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters Season Opening Events

Historic Reenactment Tuesday – Sunday 10 am – 4 pm Open to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift Shop Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. Free Tours – Sunday June 2nd www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org 1- 30, Portage

Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters Garrison School House

Historic Construction & Gardening in the 1800’s Herb Garden on site. Tuesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm Open to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift Shop Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. See website for more details about summer events www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

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June 5-August 28, Portage Concerts at the Portage

Please note that the concerts have moved for 2013 during the construction at Riverside Park and will be held at the Portage VFW Hall (behind Walgreens), 215 W. Collins Street. The Free Concerts start every Wednesday night at 6:30pm. Bring your chairs and blankets and listen to the sounds of music during the summer. Bring your own picnic dinner or order carry-out from a local restaurant. Desserts will be served by local non-profit groups. VFW will be open during concerts and will be held inside if inclement weather. www.travelcolumbiacounty.net, contact Carmen Griffith, Columbia County Visitor’s Bureau at carmen1800@frontier.com for more information.

6 - August 8th, Pardeeville Pardeeville Band Concerts and Pie and Ice Cream Social

Starting at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday from the above dates at the Pardeeville Library Lawn.

6-8, Portage Citywide Garage Sales

Deals throughout Portage at the Citywide Garage Sales Weekend! List of garage online at www.portagewi.com.

7-8, Portage Art That Blooms 2013

Friday, 1pm-8pm and Saturday, 10am-3pm, The Drury Gallery will be transformed into a fantasyland for flower lovers with our annual Art that Blooms exhibit, featuring an array of art by area artists which are paired with fresh floral arrangements inspired by the artwork and created by area floral artists. No charge, www. Portagecenterforthearts.com, Portage Center for the Arts, 608-742-5655, portagecenterforthearts@frontier. com

8-9, Wisconsin Dells Taste of Wisconsin Dells

6am-7pm, Saturday, June 8 and 9am-3pm, Sunday, June 9

8, July 13, Aug 10, Sept 14, Oct 12, Portage Portage Days at Historic Indian Agency House On the second Saturday of the month from June to October of our 2013 season, residents of Portage, Wisconsin are encouraged to take a FREE guided tour of the Historic Indian Agency House. In grateful

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2013 Calendar of Events recognition of 2013 operations funding granted by the City of Portage, we invite our in-town neighbors to learn more about the historic site that your tax dollars help support. Proof of Portage residency required; call for a list of accepted documents. Please Note: Use of the Nature Trail is an additional fee, except on Nature Trail Tuesdays (2nd Tues. of the month, June to Oct 2013)— when Wisconsinites walk for free! www.agencyhouse. org, Destinee Udelhoven, 608-742-6362

11-August 20, Friesland Friesland Band Concerts and Pie Social

Every Tuesday evening at 7:30 pm, Friesland Shelter in Downtown Friesland on Cty Hwy EF, just north of Hwy. 33

11, July 9, Aug 13, Sept 10, Oct 8, Portage Historic Indian Agency House Nature Trail Tuesdays

Second Tuesdays of the month, Wisconsin residents walk the trail FREE (with your Wisconsin driver’s license, Wisconsin Student ID Card or an electric bill or other invoice that includes your Wisconsin address. Must be 12 years or older, or accompanied by an adult.) Historic Indian Agency House, Destinee at 608-742-6362

13-August 15, Pardeeville Community Band Concerts

your blankets and lawn chairs to the park or purchase a table at the park for your guests and help sponsor the activities. www.portagewi.com, Call the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce at 742-6242 for additional information, pacc@portagewi.com

4, Pardeeville 4th of July Parade

29, Friesland Friesland Fire Department Annual Chicken BBQ

Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, 920-623-3699

6, Lodi Art in the Park

30, July 28, Fall River Columbus/Fall River Sno-Blazer’s Pancake Breakfast

6, Pardeeville 2013 Pardeeville Triathlon

Held at Silver Springs Campgrounds, Ludwig Rd. Rio, WI, Serving from 8:00am to 11:00am

JULY

1- 31, Portage ‘Celebrate your Heritage’ in July at Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters

Tuesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm. Open to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift Shop Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. See website for more details about summer events www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

9am-5pm, cars and music at beautiful Chandler Park,. For more details visit www.motostatic.com

24, July 30, Aug 27, Sept 24, Portage “New Beginnings & Fresh Perspectives” Summer Speaker Series, Installment 1 of 4

The Historic Indian Agency House at Fort Winnebago will host their fourth annual lecture series this summer, with one lecture a month from June to September. More details will be posted as available. Agency House Rd, Portage, WI, Destinee Udelhoven, 608-742-6362, historicindianagencyhouse@gmail.com, http:// agencyhouse.org

29, Portage Concert in the Park & Fourth Of July Celebration

4pm-10pm, Celebrate Independence Day in Portage. 4pm parade in the downtown area with the UW Marching Band. The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra performs at 7pm at Pauquette Park with a spectacular fireworks show at dusk over the Wisconsin River. Bring

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10-14, Lodi Lodi Agriculture Fair

Music, Raffles, Food, Softball, Demolition Derby, Tractor/Truck pull, exhibits, horse pull, carnival rides…. the Lodi Ag Fair offers something for everyone! The Lodi Agriculture Fair has been a summer event in Lodi for over 147 years. Admission is free and open to everyone! www.lodiagfair.com

10-14, Lodi Lodi/Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce – IDOL Competition

12pm Friday-12pm Sunday, Garden Tractor Daze at the Columbia County Fairgrounds. Featuring a Garden Tractor show with farm tractors, hit and miss engines, antique farm garden equipment, pedal pull for adults and kids, indoor flea market and farm toy show with an outside garden tractor swap meet. Show starts at noon on Friday and end at noon on Sunday, Columbia County Fairgrounds, Portage, WI, Bret Esse at 608-297-7400

15, Pardeeville Moto Static Cruise In & Music Festival

Wisconsin’s own Country Sweetheart along with the Heartland Country Band. Performing under the Oak’s tent rain or shine Po Boy’s food and bar available. No carry ins! Call for tickets 920-484-6257 or 920-623-5319, Gates open @ 3pm Show @5pm, www. savannaoakscenter.com

Transition open at 6:45am, race starts at 8am at Chandler Park

12-14, Portage Garden Tractor Daze and Portage 2nd Annual Indoor Farm Toy Show

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20-23, Cambria Booster Club Co-Ed Softball Tournament 23, Fall River Maggie Mae Concert Savanna Oaks

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14-16, Columbus Columbus Carriage Classic Festival

Come celebrate with us at the Indian Agency House. http://agencyhouse.org, 608-742-6362, historicindianagencyhouse@gmail.com, reservations encouraged. Fees apply.

4, Columbus Firecracker 5 run

Serving from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Shelter

7pm, concerts are held on the lawn of the Angie Williams Cox Library in downtown Pardeeville. Pie and ice cream are served by various community organizations.

15, Portage Agency House Flag Day Luncheon and Speaker

Starting at noon

12-13, Portage American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Portage

July 2-6, Columbus Columbus July 4th Celebration

Fireman’s Park, celebrate America! is the theme for this year’s celebration. Free admission & entertainment and of course FUN for any age! July 2 will kick off the celebration with a free family movie in the park beginning at dusk. During the remainder of the celebration you will find many activities including music, food, refreshments, carnival rides, games and a tractor pull. July 4th enjoy the area’s largest parade beginning at noon. You will find many family activities in Fireman’s Park including music in the Entertainment Garden and the carnival continues and the day ends with a huge fireworks display at dusk. Don’t miss the fun! For more information about the entertainment and the celebration please go to www. columbus4thofjuly.net Tori Weidemann 920-344-0101

4, Cambria Fireworks

13, Cambria Cambria Kiwanis Pea & Bean Sale 8am-12pm, Tarrant Park

13, Wyocena Kickball Tournament

Contact Wyocena Bureau of Fire at 429-3393 for more information.

13, Poynette Outdoor Skills Day

Activities Downtown Friesland Fireworks at Dusk

4, Friesland Fireworks

Christian concert 6:30-8pm, Friesland Band Concert8:15pm, Fireworks at dusk, Friesland Reformed Church Sunday School serving food beginning at 4pm

4, Pardeeville Pardeeville Area Business Association Scholarship Breakfast

6pm-9am, Relay For Life is a community event to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and empower individuals to fight back against a disease that takes too much from too many. The Community is welcome to enjoy music, food, fun, entertainment and activities. Opening Ceremony at 6pm, Luminaria Ceremony (candlelight vigil) at 9pm, Closing Ceremony at 9am, www. relayforlife.org/portagewi, Portage High School Track, Kristi Grothman: 608-697-5532, FREE!

7am-10am, Village Parking Lot across from Kwik Trip, www.villageofpardeeville.net

Enjoy a variety of outdoor skills; archery, fishing, outdoor cooking, hikes, shooting sports and more. Rotate among the skills at your own pace. Event is free; concession stand is available at added cost. Event is rain or shine, event is 100% outdoors. Families, Scouts, Home school groups and people of all ages welcome. www.mackenziecenter.com The MacKenzie Center, W7303 County Road CS & Q, Poynette, WI 53955, 2 miles east of Poynette on County Rd. CS, Ruth Ann Lee: 608-635-8105, ruthann@wiwf.org, Free event, Concession stand available at added cost

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18-21, Fall River “Beaner” Memorial Tournament

Men’s and Co-ed Softball at Brayton Park in Fall River

19-20, Portage Hands-On History Children’s Workshop: Native American Mounds

The Historic Indian Agency House will host another installment of their popular “Hands-On History” youth clinics. This fun and educational workshop will concentrate on the Native American Mounds. The Agency House, which sits on historic Ho-Chunk lands, has a long Native history, making it a particularly appropriate setting to share the arts and traditions of our country’s earliest inhabitants. The Historic Indian Agency House is owned and operated by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of Wisconsin. The site is open to the public May 15 to October 15 annually, and hosts a wide variety of adult and children’s programming throughout the year. http://agencyhouse.org, Indian Agency House, 608-742-6362, historicindianagencyhouse@gmail.com, reservations encouraged. Fees apply.

20, Dekorra Dekorra - Lake Wisconsin Fireworks

Join with your friends and family to celebrate summer at the 9th annual Midsummer’s Night in Dekorra Fireworks Celebration. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the activities. Climbing Wall, Inflatables, kids games, DJ by Bucky Country 95.9. Food, ice cream, soda and beer are available at the Lake Wisconsin Lions Club concession tent. Festivities start at 5:00 P.M. with spectacular fireworks at dusk. The biggest little fireworks show in the area is located between Lake Wisconsin and Poynette at the corner of Hall and McMillan Road (Locate with Google maps using “Hall and McMillan Rd., Poynette, WI”). Rain date is Sunday, July 21st.

AUGUST

1- 31, Portage Textiles and Fibers from the Past to Present Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters

Tuesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm Open to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift Shop Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. See website for more details about summer events www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

1-4, Arlington Arlington Firemen’s Festival www.arlingtonfiredept.com

2, Cambria Park Days Fiesta Night Cambria Tarrant Park

3, Cambria Park Days Parade

10am, followed by festivities in Cambria Tarrant Park

3, Portage Super Sidewalk Sales in Downtown

Summer sidewalk sales with specials throughout various stores in the downtown, spend $25 in any Portage Main Street downtown business or combination of businesses during the sidewalk sales and you will be eligible for randomly drawn prizes for cash credits. Come shop for the day and enjoy lunch! Main Street Portage at 608-745-1861

4, Columbus Arts & Ales Festival

Home brewers’ competition, bands, vendors, bean bag tournament, pokers tourney. Hydro Street Brewery, 920350-0232, brewgoddess@hydrostreetbrew.com

9-11, Harmony Grove Harmony Grove Brat & Beer Fest www.lodiwisconsin.com

31, Lodi Lodi/Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce - Mallards Baseball Night www.lodiwisconsin.com

31–August 4, Cambria Park Days Ball Tournament

10, Portage Kiwanis Ride to Read - Bike Ride Fundraiser

Please join the Portage Kiwanis Club in their Metric Century “Ride to Read” fundraiser pedaling through scenic Amish country with 4 routes available. The proceeds of this fundraiser will be used to purchase books for KIDS. Includes continental breakfast, refreshment stops in route, detailed route map, complimentary gift and SAG wagon if needed. All proceeds will be used to purchase and distribute children’s books. Carefully marked and mapped routes on low traffic roads through Columbia, Marquette and Green Lake Counties. Four route options of 15, 30, 45 and 62 miles (metric century) travel through scenic and historic Amish countryside. Start Location is the Park located along the Canal on Mullett Street just on the East Side of Hwy 51/16. www.kiwanisridetoread. com, 608-742-8841, ridetoread@gmail.com, Cost: Preregistration $25 with t-shirt option, Day of registration $30

16, Portage Kids Aquathon

Ages 5- 12 years old with a swim and run at Silver Lake Beach. Call Myrna at 742-4888

17, Portage Zona Gale Celebrates Friendship Village

22nd Annual Zona Gale Celebration Friendship Village “A Celebration of Peace, Friendship and Community History.” Activities throughout Portage to remember Zona Gale along with a pie and ice cream social on the lawn of the Zona gale home along the Wisconsin River. Rain Location: Portage Public Library. Contact Jeff Grothman: 608-742-2228 (daytime) 608-7422946(evening)

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10am-5pm, Portage Center for the Arts is proud to sponsor the Sand County Fine Arts Festival at the Market Square in Historic Downtown Portage. This is a juried outdoor exhibition for artists both amateur and professional. On display will be art in all mediums, styles, experimental and mixed techniques and creative schools of thought. This is a fine arts exhibit and all work displayed should be for sale. The event also features live music, great food and a beer tent hosted by the Rotary Club. New this year will be a children’s art area. www.portagecenterforthearts.com, 608-742-5655, portagecenterforthearts@frontier.com

Games, Carnival, Food, Fun for all, www.Columbiacofair. com, Columbia County Fair Grounds, Veterans Memorial Field. Russ Shaw, 608-697-5307, Columbiacofair@yahoo. com, Free Parking/Free Admissions/Paid Grandstand. Grandstand Entertainment Wednesday July 24 - Super Cross, Thursday July 25 - Catch a Pig followed by Vince Anthony, Friday July 26 7 p.m. - Tony Rocker and the Comeback Band Concert sponsored by the Columbia County Visitor’s Bureau. Rain or Shine. $10 in advance or $12 day of show. Call 608-742-6161 for tickets, Saturday July 27 - Demo Derby Sunday July 28 - Tractor/Truck Pull

8am-12pm, Tarrant Park

17, Lodi Lodi Optimist Pig Roast

20, Portage Sand County Fine Arts Festival

24-28, Portage Columbia County Fair

10, Cambria Kiwanis Corn & Bean Sale

17, Portage Silver Lake Triathlon

The Silver Lake Triathlon is a beginner-friendly event. The race starts at beautiful Silver Lake and continues in the gently rolling countryside of Portage. Each participant will receive a t-shirt, goodie bag, and food. www.silverlaketriathlon.com, Silver Lake Beach, Call Myrna at 608-742-4888

August 10, Lodi Susie the Duck Day

17, Portage Music Fest - 8th Annual

Rotary Parade – Lodi Library Run/Walk – Lodi YMCA Duckling-A-Thon, Come Celebrate the 30th Annual Susie the Duck Days on August 10th in Lodi Wisconsin. This is a wonderful family day that starts off at 8 a.m. with the Lodi Library run and continues at noon with the Lodi Rotary Parade. Immediately after the parade we launch Duck Derby by dropping 3,000 rubber ducks into Spring Creek where they start they begin their journey traversing waterfalls, rapids on their way to the finish line. The afternoon continues in Lodi’s two beautiful parks with Goeres Park an adventure land for children with games galore. Relax with a bite to eat with a “Taste of LodiLake Wisconsin” providing a wonderful assortment of tasty treats while you enjoy Live Music in our beer garden Habermann Park. Admission is Free! I would promote Taste of Lodi–Lake Wisconsin in Habermann Park-we may not have live music this year-Chamber Office: 608-592-4412, www.lodiwisconsin.com

Cambria Tarrant Park

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6pm-11pm, Music Festival held at Lawton Field (South end of the Fairgrounds) to support the Greater Portage Youth Education Foundation. Tickets are $10 and food and beverage will be available at the event. Tom Pinion at 393-9945, Tickets are $10, with food and beverage available at the event.

23-24, Portage Taste of Portage Market Fair

Come enjoy family fun at this event, now celebrating 22 years! There will be great food, live music, kid’s activities, an art and craft show along with a car show in the downtown. Downtown Portage along Hwy 33 and in the Market Square Parking Lot located at the corner of Hwy 33 and Adams Street. Call the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce at 608-742-6242. www. portagewi.com, pacc@portagewi.com, Aug 23rd, Friday evening and Saturday, Aug 24th

24, Cambria Dump’s Annual Cancer Run Downtown 24, Rio Rio Street Dance

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31, Pardeeville 10th Annual Pardeeville Car & Truck Show

8am-4pm www.pardeevillecarshow.com, rain or shine, Chandler Park, Pardeeville

SEPTEMBER

September-October, Poynette Creek Bed Country Farmacy Corn Maze

Creekbed Farm LLC, N2760 Mountford Rd., Poynette WI 53955 will have Corn Maze 2013 in September & October. www.creekbedcountryfarmacy.com for more details or 608-635-8798.

1- 30, Portage Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters

Hands on History Day’s– by appointment School Tours available – by appointment Open Tuesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm Open to the public. Guided Tours available Gift Shop. Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage See website for more details about summer events www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

http://agencyhouse.org, Indian Agency House, 608-7426362 historicindianagencyhouse@gmail.com

21, Portage Kids Day

only. Please contact us to obtain a registration form. Columbia County Fairgrounds, 300 Superior St, Portage Parks and Recreation at 608-742-2178, portagecityevents@gmail.com

10am-1pm, Health, Safety & Environmental Awareness Day - Proceeds from the event will benefit the Portage Library Project. Some of the events for the day include: Spinal, dental and eye screenings, photographed ID kit, Bouncy house, tours of a fire truck, ambulance, school bus and police car. Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Portage Food Pantry and you will be entered to win a prize. All proceeds from the day will be donated. Culvers in Portage, Free, www. blauchiropractic.com, Rachel@blauchiropractic.com

5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, Fall River Chamber of Horrors

21, Fall River Sorghum Fest 2013

Advance sales only, Annual MacKenzie Banquet; $40 per person; includes dinner. Raffle tables include firearms, archery, fishing, cash, and more. Banquet is limited to 150 individuals so call soon. All profits from the banquet stay in Poynette to support the Center! The MacKenzie Center is just 25 miles north of Madison. www.mackenziecenter.com or 608-635-8105

7:30am-3pm, Watch Sorghum Processed from field to jar. Pancake breakfast featuring “Potato” & Buttermilk Pancakes. Large Market with 28 vendors, children’s activities, food & much more. Live music. Free parking/ free admission. www.savannaoakscenter.com

Award winning Haunted House-Voted 2012 Winner of Visitor Choice-Favorite in SW Region Located on Heppe Rd. Fall River, WI, Open weekends in October-sponsored by Fall River Chamber of Commerce. www.fallriverhauntedhouse.com

12, Poynette MacKenzie Environmental Education Center Fundraising Banquet

28, Columbus Oddtoberfest

German beer, food, music in the pavilion at Columbus Firemen’s Park. Sponsored by Oddfellows of Columbus. Details: Steve Black 608-445-6172.

28, Lodi Brew-B-Que Downtown Block Party

September 2, Randolph Randolph Community Corn Carnival

3C’s Car Show at the Middle School Back Lot, FFA Breakfast-6:30am, Randolph High School, 110 Meadowood Dr., Parade-10am, Free corn & entertainment in Randolph Park following the parade. Parade contact-Roger Steinhorst, 920-326-5665, www.facebook.com/randolphffaalumni. communitycorncarnival, 3C’s Car Show Contact 920326-3653, gordnloui@centurytel.net

7, Pardeeville Pardeeville Annual Watermelon Festival

10am-4pm, Free watermelon (all you can eat), watermelon carving, arts & crafts fair, contests for all ages - speed-eating and seed-spitting competition at Chandler Park in Pardeeville, WI. Good family event with concessions and lots of family fun. 608-697-6744, info@ pardeevillewatermelonfestival.com, www.pardeevillewatermelonfestival.com

7-8, Lodi Fall Citywide Garage Sales www.lodiwisconsin.com

8, Fall River Columbus/Fall River Rotary Pancake Breakfast Held at the Fall River High School

10, Poynette Fund Raiser for our annual PHS Scholarships 3pm, Shepherds Meadow Golf Course, Poynette, for more information contact Carla Housner, 608-635-3837 or shepherdsmeadowgolf@yahoo.com

14, Portage HIAH Living History Event, “A Funeral at the Fort: An Exploration of 19th c. Deathways”

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Come join us for this fun day in downtown Lodi. A main street party that includes our Barbeque Rib Contest, Home Brew Contest, Chili and Salsa Contest. Great Food and live music, kid’s zone, raffles and more! Sponsored by: Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce, Gates open at 10am–5pm, admission is free! Chamber Office-608-592-4412 www.lodiwisconsin.com

OCTOBER

1 - 30, Portage Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters

October 12,Wis. Dells 4th Dells Chili Cook-Off

10am-5pm

Hands on History Day’s– by appointment School Tours available – by appointment Tuesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm Guided Tours available. Gift Shop. Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. Last Day opened to Public October 15 www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, 31, November 1, 2, Poynette Evilhill, the haunted house in Dekorra

12, Columbus Columbus Fall Festival

Auction, bake sales, vendors, soups at Columbus Senior Center, 920-623-5918

18,19,25,26, Cambria Haunted House

7pm-10pm, Cambria EMS & Fire Haunted House

7pm-10pm, We raise monies for the library, food pantry, art club, and boys soccer and other charities, (this includes Poynette and Portage HS soccer) and is held at the old abandoned Dekorra School W8640 Bilkie Rd., Poynette, WI. It’s an intense and extremely scary experience, not recommended for children under 8, for more information go to www.evilhillreturns.com or call 608635-5195

5, Portage St Mary’s Classic Car and Truck Show

9am-3pm, Help support the students of St. Mary’s School at their Classic Car and Truck show. Come out to see our new renovations! $10 donation per vehicle with traditional judging, great food, music and so much more as well as a playground area for kids. Contact Greg at 608-429-4623 for more details on the car show. St. Mary’s is located in downtown Portage at 309 West Cook Street. www.stmarysportage.org

5, Portage Portage Fall Craft Sale & Holiday Market 2013

9am-3pm, Please join us for a day of fall fun and shopping featuring arts, crafts and other fun gift ideas! We welcome artisans, crafters, direct sales vendors, and other vendors selling new items. Advance registration

18,19,25,26, Wyocena Haunted Hill

7pm-10pm, Contact Wyocena Bureau of Fire at 429-3393 for more information

19, Portage Historic Indian Agency House Fall Mixer & Silent Auction

Save the date and join us for fun at the Historic Indian Agency House. http://agencyhouse.org, 608-742-6362, historicindianagencyhouse@gmail.com

19, Portage Bethlehem Lutheran Craft Fair

9am-2pm, Great variety of crafts and quilts, Bethlehem Lutheran, Hwy 33 East of Portage 2 miles. Cloe 608-4292363 or Angie 608-742-2785

25-26, Poynette MacKenzie Environmental Education Center’s Annual Haunted Hay Ride

6:30pm-9:30pm both days, join us for a fun and spooky Hay Ride around the MacKenzie Center property. Zombies, Witches, Graveyards, Ghosts and more. $5 for adults, $3 for kids age 3-8; includes a campfire with s’mores and popcorn. Dress for the weather, costumes welcome. The MacKenzie Center is just 25 miles north of Madison. 608-635-8105 or www.mackenziecenter.com

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26, Cambria Cambria PTO & Fire Dept. Halloween Dance

22-23, Poynette Handcrafted Hoedown for the Holidays

DECEMBER

26, Portage Halloween at the Portage Theatre

22, Lodi Lodi Wine Walk

Co-sponsored by Fall River & Columbus Chambers. Event held at Pavilion in Columbus. Call 920-623-3699 for more information

Cambria Fire Station Community Center

Portage Theatres is planning a great Halloween themed event for kids in Portage on Saturday, October 26. ! All you have to do is bring a non-perishable food item for the Food Pantry to participate. There will be a costume contest and sidewalk parade leaving from St. Mary parking lot (next to the Theatre along Conant St.). 322 West Wisconsin Street in Downtown Portage, 608-7426678, www.portagetheatres.com

7, Fall River/Columbus Breakfast with Santa

Lapacek’s Orchard, www.lapaceksorchard.com

Welcome to Lodi Wine Walk & Shop! This is your chance to wander through our beautiful downtown and sample a wonderful selection of wine while you visiting all our shops and business owner. Be sure to stay and continue your shopping the following day with Christmas by the Creek! Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce 608-592-4412 www.lodiwisconsin.com

27, Poynette Apple Palooza

23-25, Lodi Holiday Open House-Christmas by the Creek

31, Cambria Trick-or-Treat 5pm–7pm 31, Lodi Downtown Trick or Treating 31, Portage Citywide Trick or Treating 4pm-7pm Saturday in fall, Poynette MacKenzie Environmental Education Center Fall Hootenany

29, Portage Santa Fly-In at the Portage Airport for 2013

Apple Pie Contest, Lapacek’s Orchard, www. lapaceksorchard.com

(date TBD); 6:30-9:30pm, Come celebrate the fall harvest season with a traditional sing-a-long with live music. Bring an instrument and/or your voices. Enjoy seasonal snacks and a visit from Smokey Bear. Event is free. The MacKenzie Center is just 25 miles north of Madison. www.mackenziecenter.com or 608-635-8105

NOVEMBER

(TBD) Activate Lodi Health and Wellness Fair www.lodiwisconsin.com

7, Portage Women’s Civic League Presents President Teddy Roosevelt

7:30 pm, Join the Women’s Civic League for A Night with Teddy Roosevelt, featuring Joe Wiegand, who has traveled around the country portraying Teddy Roosevelt, including at the White House. He was also featured in the History Channel’s mini-series “The Men Who Built America”. . Portage High School Auditorium, tickets available at the door

9, Leeds 8th annual Leeds Holiday Craft Sale

9am-3pm, Leeds Town Hall, N1485 Pribbenow Drive, Arlington. Local crafters will offer jewelry, personal care items, handbags, candles, doll clothes, soaps, cards, painted ornaments, center pieces and more. The Rio Go-Getters 4-H Club will offer holiday wreaths. Baked goods and lunches will be also available. Free. A few booths remain available to those wishing to offer their own crafts. Contact nwumc@hotmail.com or call Jim Foley at (608) 635-2302 for information.

9, Fall River Fall River Fire Dept. Bingo

7pm, Held at the Fall River Fire Station

9, Pardeeville Pardeeville Annual Holiday on the Lakes

From 9:00am to 2:00pm. Local businesses have great sales for the Christmas season.

9, Cambria Craft Fair at Cambria-Friesland School

7, Portage Holiday Open House at Pierce’s Market Place

10am-2pm, Check out the Holiday Deli and Bakery Items with sample assortment of food and deli trays, sample holiday baked goods from our scratch bakery and sample other holiday favorites including eggnog, hot cider, coffee, cheese and popcorn. Pierce’s Market, 2915 New Pinery Road, Portage, www.piercesmarkets.com

Kick off your holiday shopping with the unique shops in Lodi. Browse our warm and inviting shops all decked out with the signs and aromas of the holidays season. Have breakfast with Santa, Craft Fair, Children’s cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus, horse drawn hat rides! Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce www.lodiwisconsin.com

10am, Come help welcome Santa as he arrives at the Portage Airport. Portage Area Chamber of Commerce: 608-742-6242, www.portagewi.com pacc@portagewi.com

29, Columbus Christmas Lighted Parade

6pm, parade with Santa, tree lighting, cookies with Santa at Senior Center. Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, 920-623-3699

29, Portage Chili Dump at Holiday Parade by Portage Presbyterian Church

5pm-8pm, Purchase a bowl of Chili at Commerce Plaza during the Presbyterian Church Chili Dump, $1.00 Donation per Bowl. Sponsored by the Portage Presbyterian Church, Commerce Plaza, Nancy Schaper: 608-742-7242

29, Portage Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting

6:30pm, Watch the Holiday Parade as it travels through Portage to include many holiday floats along with Santa Claus. The tree lighting of the community tree by Santa and holiday music by the Portage High School band will take place in Commerce Plaza immediately following the parade. Complimentary hot chocolate along the route in various areas. Gil 608-742-5054 or 608-334-4207 for additional information

29-30, Portage Portage Theatres Free Kid’s Movie – 2013

Come to Portage Theatres for a Free Kid’s Movie with a non-perishable food item donation. Help us fill the Portage Food Pantry. www.portagetheatres.com, Portage Theatres 608-742-6900

30, Randolph Randolph Chamber Holiday Bazaar

9am-3pm, Randolph High School, 110 Meadowood Dr., contact-Tom Cornford-920-382-6567 www.randolphwi.net

30, Portage Santa’s Living Reindeer

11am-2pm, Have your photo taken with Santa and his reindeer next to the gigantic tree at Commerce Plaza. Complimentary treats, too. Sponsored by American Way, Commerce Plaza in Downtown Portage, Main Street Portage: 608-745-1861 www.mainstreetportage.org

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December 7, Portage Cookie Walk

9am-12pm, Purchase a cookie box filled with a map and specials for $5 at the Portage Chamber office and then collect a cookie at various participating businesses throughout Portage. The Learning Tree Child Care Center will also be onsite at the Chamber office hosting Free Cookie Decorating for all the children that are interested in participating in the Cookie Walk. Begin at the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce, 104 W. Cook St., to pick up a Cookie Box and then head to various businesses picking up a cookie at each one. Portage Area Chamber of Commerce: 608-742-6242, pacc@portagewi.com, www. portagewi.com

13, Portage Historic Living Windows

6pm-7:30pm, Dozens of decorated Shoppe windows in charming, vintage vignettes depicting holiday seasons of old. Street performers, bands, complimentary Treats on the Streets. Downtown Portage, Main Street Portage 608-745-1861, www.mainstreetportage.org

14, Cambria Santa Visit

10am-11:30am, Cambria Community Room

14, Portage Breakfast with Santa at Culver’s

8am-10am, join us for Breakfast with Santa at Culver’s in Portage. There is no fee for breakfast, but we ask that you bring a non-perishable food item for the local food pantry. Breakfast seating is at 8am and then again at 9am. Tickets are needed for this event. Santa will be happy to pose with you for photographs. Please feel free to bring your cameras. Remember all adults must be accompanied by a child. Culvers in Portage, 2733 New Pinery Road, Portage Area Chamber of Commerce, 608742-6242, pacc@portagewi.com, www.portagewi.com

15, Fall River Holiday Fair & Cookie Walk Savanna Oaks Crafters & many Holiday vendors. 10am-3pm, Cookie Walk Featuring 1000’s of HOME MADE cookies & treats-Lunch served www.savannaoakscenter.com

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Dining

152 W. James St. • Downtown Columbus 920-350-0252

Breakfast Lunch • Dinner

Steak • Seafood • Bar

W2164 Hwy 60, Columbus,WI 920-623-3113

Friday Fish Fry Monday Senior Menu

Open 7 Days a Week W11602 Hwy. V (608)592-3302 Lodi, WI 53555 Fax: (608)592-3997

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During Happy Hour ces Games & Ra etown Friendly Enjoy the Hom atmosphere Appetizers Pi t Grea zza &

Open

Thursday-Monday Serving 4:30 till 9:00 Bar Menu til close

FITZ’S ON THE LAKE On Beautiful Lake Wisconsin

You’re a Stranger Here only Once.

147 N. Main St., Pardeeville, WI 608-429-3868 • Open 10am - 2:30am

I90/94 Exit 108A, Portage, WI 53901

Iron Skillet Buffet

Authentic Mexican Cuisine

5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. 742-6901 Full menu 24/7 365 days/year

Pasta

Pizza

201 Dix St., Columbus 24

2653 New Pinery Rd, Portage, WI 608-745-6776 121 E. Main St, Sun Prairie, WI 608-234-6142

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Wings Portage: 401 E. Wisconsin St. 608-742-8829 Baraboo: 422 Pine St. 608-356-9500 Sauk City: 805 Phillips Blvd 608-643-4343

Next to Portage Mobil 2733 New Pinery Rd. Portage, WI 53901 608-742-7982

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Lodging

Columbus

(920) 623-8800 219 Industrial Dr. Columbus, WI 53925

Super 8 Motel - Portage

608-742-8330

3000 New Pinery Rd. Portage, WI • I-90/94 Exit Hwy 78 to Hwy 51N

Golfing Camping

301 Ingalsbe, Columbus

Silver Springs Campsites (920) 992-3537 N5048 Ludwig Rd., Rio

920.623.5880

www.silverspringscamp.com

(Next to Fireman’s Park)

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Minutes From Horicon Marsh!

One mile West of Hwy 22 at Wyocena on County Hwy G Campgrounds

Over 75 years old. Our course has over 1,000 mature trees with small greens.

Indoor Pool

For reservations call: 608-429-2425 or E-mail: duckcrcg@palacenet.net or Write: W6560 County G, Pardeeville, WI 53954

Little Bluff Little BluffBluf

Columbus Country Club • 9 Hole Golf Course • 37 Par • Driving Range • Friday Night Fish Fry • Regular Menu • Bar & Lounge Area

• Indoor Pool/Whirlpool • Free Continental Breakfast Includes Hot Food! • Pets Allowed • Guest Laundry • Free Satellite TV, Encore, ESPN • High Speed Wireless Internet • Free local phone calls • RV/Truck Parking with outside outlets

Waupun Boarders Inn & Suites 5 Gateway Dr., Waupun, WI 53963 Phone: 920-324-2500

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920-992-5157 N4003 Traut Rd., Rio

Wilderness Campground “Where Lifelong Memories Are Made”

N1499 State Hwy 22 Montello, WI 53949 Phone: 608.297.2002 Heated Pool Swimming Beach Weekend Entertainment Giant Lake Toys WildernessCampground.com

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visit us online at www.randolphwi.net

Randolph

Welcome to Randolph, a traditional, small town community located about an hour north of Madison, bound by two counties, Dodge and Columbia and within 5 miles of ﬁshing and recreational lakes, which include Beaver Dam Lake and Fox Lake. The village has a strong agricultural economic support from the many farmers in the area. It is proud of that heritage.

920.326.3535

Breakfast & Lunch

Daily & Weekly Specials

DOWNTOWN RANDOLPH - Serving the Randolph Area For Over 25 Years -

• Specializing in homemade pies, soups & breads • Friday Fish Fry 11am-7pm • Catering services available

Monday-Saturday 5am-2pm & Friday Fish Fry 5am-7pm

Markesan

www.feilssupperclub.com

920-398-2358

Randolph

920-326-4131

Waupun

920-324-2200 See us for all your banking needs. Large enough to serve you, small enough to know you...

www.markesanstatebank.com Member Federal Reserve

Formerly The Bridge

Wed-Thurs 5pm-9pm Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm Sun 10:30am-2pm and 4pm-9pm Closed Mon. & Tues.

Feil’s SupperClub Hwy. 73 (2 miles S. of Randolph) • 920.326.5544

Heaven Scent

Bed & Breakfast

W11146 Cty. Rd. G • Beaver Dam WI 53916

Located on Beaver Dam Lake

Featuring • A Huge Deck • Many Summer & Winter Activities • Boat Launch • 3 Bdrm Year-Round Cottage Rental

• A Small Campground with Facilities • Serving Homemade Pizza, Burgers and a Variety of Sandwiches & Appetizers

Paul & Kathy Martin, Owners

920-326-5121 • dockside.5121@yahoo.com

ﬁnd us on

Dockside Pub & Grille on Beaver Dam Lake

425 Grove street

920.763.2170

randolph, Wisconsin

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THIS TRANQUIL, SCENIC, FRIENDLY COMMUNITY EXTENDS A WELCOME TO ALL! Nestled in the Northeastern hills of Columbia County lies the Village of Cambria. Cambria was founded in 1844 when the Langdon family erected a saw mill on Duck Creek. Tarrant Lake borders the local park and offers opportunities for year-round ﬁshing and ice skating. There are many Amish inﬂuences in the surrounding area and Cambria is pleased to have Pride Originals, a handmade furniture manufacturer and sales business, in our downtown.

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Cambria-Friesland AREA EVENTS 2013

sponsored by CambriaFriesland Chamber of Commerce

1st Monday each month @ 6:30 p.m. – Cambria Village Board meeting 4th Monday each month @ 6:30 p.m. – Cambria CDA meeting 1st and 4th Wednesday each month 6:15 p.m. – Cambria Kiwanis meeting in Cambria Community Room 1st and 3rd Monday each month @ 7:00 p.m. – Fire Training Meeting at the Cambria Fire Station Each Monday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm the Chess Club meets @ Cambria Jane Morgan Library - all ages/skills. 4th Monday each month @ 7:00 p.m. - EMS Training meeting at the Cambria Fire Station Thursday Readers Club at Cambria Jane Morgan Memorial Library - 7:00 pm 3rd Thursday each month StoryTime at the Cambria Jane Morgan Memorial Library @ 10:00 a.m. 2nd Wednesday each month Movies at the Library @ 10:05 a.m. – Jan. 26th, Feb. 16th, March 16th Feb. 9th Lake Committee Youth Ice Fisheree (Feb. 16th date in case of bad weather) Feb. 14th Valentine’s Tea Party at Cambria Jane Morgan Memorial Library March 23rd - Fire Dept. Chili Supper/Euchre/Silent Auction/Gun Rafﬂe/Open House and EMS Bake Sale March 23rd - 10:00 a.m. – Kiwanis Egg Hunt in Cambria Tarrant Park (C-F School in case of bad weather) Feb. 19th and April 2nd – Election in the Cambria Community Room - 115 West Edgewater Street May 23rd and 24th from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. pool registration at Cambria Pool The Friesland Band - Old Fashioned Concerts & Pie Socials every Tuesday starting June 11th thru Aug. 20th at 7:30pm Every Tuesday June – October Farmers Market in Cambria Tarrant Park May 29th - June 2nd June Ball Tournament at Cambria Tarrant Park June 1st – Cambria Village Wide Garage Sales June 6th – Cambria Pool opens 106 W. Edgewater Street • Cambria • 920-348-6090 • 1-800-636-6090 June 10th – Summer Library program begins (ends on August 9th) www.prideoriginals.com June 20th - 23rd Booster Club Co-Ed Softball Tournament July 13th - Cambria Kiwanis Pea & Bean Sale in Tarrant Park from 8:00 a.m. - noon July 31st – August 4th – Park Days Ball Tournament at Cambria Tarrant Park August 2nd – Park Days Fiesta Night at Cambria Tarrant Park August 3rd – Park Days Parade @ 10:00 a.m. followed by festivities in Cambria Tarrant Park August 10th - Cambria Kiwanis Corn & Bean Sale in Tarrant Park from 8:00 a.m. - noon October 18th - 19th and 25th - 26th - Cambria EMS & Fire Haunted House from 7 pm - 10 pm October 26th - Cambria PTO & Fire Dept. Halloween Dance at Fire Station Community Center • cabinets & countertops October 31st – Cambria Trick-or-Treat hours 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. • bedroom sets November 9th – Craft Fair at C-F School • entertainment centers November 11th - December 13th - Cambria Jane Morgan Memorial Library Silent Auction • dining sets • computer stations December 14th – Santa Visit at Cambria Community Room from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

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ome visit Columbus, nestled among gently rolling hills, woodlands, and the Crawfish river. Located in the southeast corner of Columbia County, Columbus presents an almost perfect portrait of the late 19th century with over 200 centuryold commercial and residential buildings. You will find that the City of Columbus strives to preserve and promote its proud heritage. Located on five major highway corridors, Highways 151, 16, 60, 73, and 89, Columbus is one of the few communities in Wisconsin offering Amtrak service.

In other words, we’re an easy destination to get to and enjoy!

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COLUMBUS

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Antiques and Specialty Stores Two Golf Courses Historic Downtown Horse & Carriage Capitol of Wisconsin Delicious Food and Spirits Lodging and More Aquatic Center Energy Sustainability Model Community Amtrak Station

Columbus Visitors Center Downtown • 920.623.5325 Chamber Office • 920.623.3699 w w w. c o l u m b u s w i c h a m b e r. c o m w w w. c i t y o f c o l u m b u s w i . c o m

olumbus Horse & Carriage Festival - June 15-16

Imagine an entire city turning back the clock to 1864, transforming itself into the Victorian-era community it once was during the Civil War. Welcome to the Columbus Horse & Carriage Festival, staged annually in Columbus, Wisconsin. The festival’s featured event is the pleasure driving show. Horse and carriage competitions take place on the grounds of the historic Fireman’s Park. Also featured is an encampment of Civil War reenactors, a grand parade of period horse-drawn carriages and Civil War reenactors, period dance, music, women in period clothes, costumed actors and residents, lawn parties, and authentic activities to honor the community’s role during the Civil War. We hope you’ll join us Father’s Day weekend. Admission is free. For more information go to www.columbuscarriagefestival.com

Featuring: • Historic Architecture • Antique Shops

• Specialty Shops • Artisans • Food & Spirits • Services • Carriage Showroom • Filming site of “Public Enemies “ starring Johnny Depp with memorabilia at 128 West James Street

Columbus Visitor Center

128 West James Street, Columbus, WI 53925 920-623-5325 • info@columbusvisitorcenter.com Like us on Facebook at Visit Downtown Columbus

50% OFF Appetizer

Fresh Cut and Silk Arrangements Flowering & Green Plants Unique Gifts Home and Garden Decor Candy Bouquets & Candy Grams Gift Baskets Outdoor Garden Patio Open 920.623.3060 M-F 9-5, 115 N. Ludington St. Downtown Columbus Sat 9-1 secretgardencolumbus.com

SHARROW’S DOWNTOWN

Unique Gifts • Jewelry • Hallmark Cards Seasonal Decor • Yankee Candles One-of-a-Kind Treasures

with the purchase of any beverage

Must present coupon at time of purchase. Offer expires 12/31/13

152 W. James St. • Downtown Columbus

Free Gift Wrapping • Personal Service

152 W. James St. • Downtown Columbus • 920-350-0252 • hydrostreetbrew.com

100 S. Ludington, Columbus • 920-623-2701 OPEN DAILY

Columbus Area

Custom Upholstery

Chamber of Commerce WISCONSIN

on site, and a large selection of vintage style fabrics

CAROUSEL ANTIQUES & UPHOLSTERY M, T, F, Sat. 10-5, 132 W. James St., Columbus • 920-623-5309

W & Sun. Noon-4

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Shop, Tour & Discover Columbus

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July 4th

Celebration will be held July 2 - 6 in Fireman's Park.

Celebrate America! Free admission & entertainment and of course FUN for any age! July 2nd will kick off the celebration with a free family movie in the park beginning at dusk. During the remainder of the celebration you will ﬁnd many activities including music, food, refreshments, carnival rides, games and a tractor pull.

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Parade at Noon • Carnival Music & Entertainment in the Park Fireworks at Dusk

Columbus Fireman’s Park • Park Ave. All music will be held at the Entertainment Garden in Fireman’s Park

“Wisconsin’s Largest Antique Mall” Enter everyday 8:15 am - 4 pm. 82,000 sq. ft., 222 dealers, 444 booths, 3rd floor furniture, lounge. Christopher Columbus Museum, “World Class Exhibit.” 2000 quality souvenirs in 80 displays. Tour buses are always welcome.

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July 4th enjoy the area’s largest parade beginning at noon. You will ﬁnd many family activities in Fireman's Park including music in the Entertainment Garden and the carnival continues and the day ends with a huge ﬁreworks display at dusk. Don't miss the fun! Columbus Firecracker 5 Run will be held on July 4th and begins at the Columbus High School. Sponsored by the Columbus Chamber of Commerce 920.623.3699

239 Whitney St., Columbus

(920) 623-1992

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October 12

Redbud Days which includes Columbus City Wide Garage Sales, store promotions, brat fry. Sponsored by Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce.

Columbus Arts & Ales Festival at the Hydro Street Brewery in downtown Columbus. Home brewers competition, bands, vendors, Bean Bag Tournament. Call Hydro Street Brewery for more info 920.623.0252.

Columbus Fall Festival Auction, bake sale, vendors and soups at the Columbus Senior Center.

May 11 Badger Antique Auto Club Car Show at Countryside Ford.

City tree. Sponsored by Holiday Festival Committee and the Columbus Downtown Development Corp. 920.623.5325.

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December 7

Columbus Christmas Parade starting at 6:00pm. Lighted entries make their way through the downtown with Santa lighting the ofﬁcial

Columbus Breakfast with Santa. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. 920.623.5918.

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Pardeeville

HISTORY OF PARDEEVILLE Pardeeville, a village of 1800 people, founded by John Pardee in the mid 1800s is located 35 miles north of Madison, on Highway 22. Many of Pardeeville's assets include Chandler Park, which is surrounded by beautiful Park Lake, the Angie Williams Cox Library, and the Columbia County Historical Museum. Pardeeville Antique Mall is also a point of interest. Enjoy our Watermelon Festival at Chandler Park the first Saturday after Labor Day. Free admission. Pardeeville is surrounded by many campgrounds, farm markets and a large Amish Settlement to

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Swimming Pool with Sandy Beach Sand Volleyball Court Video Gameroom Fishing in Duck Creek Large Shady Campsites Weekend Activities “Du Duck Inn Grill & Bar” (full liquor bar & grill)

“Camping Cabins”

One mile West of Hwy 22 at Wyocena on County Hwy G

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Pardeeville Car & Truck Show

Saturday, August 31, 2013 Chandler Park the north, that offers many places for the visitor to shop. For the sports enthusiast, there is water skiing, fishing and swimming on Park Lake; snowmobiling, cross country skiing and curling in the winter. Pardeeville has a very good school system, and eight churches in the village and surrounding area. For all four seasons, Pardeeville is a great place to live or visit. Pardeeville Village Hall 608-429-3121.

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You’re a Stranger Here only Once.

147 N. Main St., Pardeeville, WI 608-429-3868 Open 10am - 2:30am

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Arlington, Poynette, Wyocena

VILLAGE OF WYOCENA The Village of Wyocena is the 7th smallest community among those in Columbia County. The village park, Dickason-Toppe, is located off Hwy 22 by the Wyocena Community Center. Various youth activities along with a church softball league use the Dickason-Toppe Park in the summer time. The Community Center has a nutrition site, library, village offices and a gym that is used during the winter months for walking, youth basketball and wrestling along with a class for hunter safety. The Community Center also has rooms to rent for parties or for a large event the gym. The Village of Wyocena has the Columbia County nursing home facilities that were just updated in 2012 and the Columbia County Hwy department is also located on the south side the of the Village. Wyona Lake is a 93 acre lake located in the north central portion of the Village that offers fishing at several access points. The

VILLAGE OF POYNETTE

Take a drive to Poynette WI this summer. We are located two miles east of exit 115 of I90-94 at the Lake Wisconsin, Poynette interchange on CTH CS. Poynette has much to offer in out-door recreation. One can fish Rowen Creek, one of Wisconsin’s class 1 trout streams or walk along it on the nature trail from Old Settlers Park for a breath taking experience of natural beauty. Poynette’s Historical Society host displays from 1850 to the present. Our Scottish roots are displayed in a curling exhibit which includes our local Olympic champion. You can continue east of Poynette on CS to the MacKenzie Center for more nature hikes. There you will also find a zoo of animals common to Wisconsin. Join us for our street dance on, July 27th. Watch the Dekorra fire works on July 20th. Our village has a number of successful businesses and a state of the art Fire Station.

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village had the lake restocked with various fish in 2012. The Columbia County Park is located just outside of the village on Hwy G going east and on Hwy G going west of the village there is the Duck Creek campground. While Wyocena is a small community we have a number of lots available for new homes. Wyocena is located just off Hwy 16 and Hwy 22.

VILLAGE OF ARLINGTON The Village of Arlington is a small rural community nestled in the center of some of the most prime farm land in the state. Arlington is an attractive well-kept community, which borders such major road arteries as State Highways 22, 51 and 60 and Interstate Highways 90 & 94. These major highways along with the close proximity to the Dane County Airport makes Arlington accessible to all.

August 1-4, 2013 Arlington Firemen’s Festival

The Village of Arlington is a growing community of 823 residents located just twenty miles north of downtown Madison in southern Columbia County. Arlington enjoys an atmosphere of “small-town” charm as well as access to the best of an urban lifestyle. A Village President and a four member Village Board govern the Village. Arlington provides a wide range of quality municipal services, including public utilities (water and sewer), public works, parks, and general government services. Arlington residents today enjoy a quality of life that is second to none in Columbia County. The location of Arlington next to all major highways and its Rail Systems makes it a prime location for business. The quality of life in this rural community and its Midwest workforce lends itself to a successful business atmosphere.

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Outdoor Recreation

OUTDOOR RECREATION BIKING Columbia County invites you to explore our diverse roadways! Choose between straight, winding, hilly, rustic or a combination of these conditions, for an enjoyable bicycling experience.

WINTER SPORTS Columbia County is home to a large variety of winter sporting activities. Come explore the possibilities of winter fun! • Snowmobiling is available on miles of well marked, groomed snowmobile trails. • Come check out the skiing at Cascade Mountain! • For the hardy - don’t forget ice fishing on the many lakes in the area.

HUNTING Columbia County offers excellent hunting opportunities! Whether hunting with a gun, bow, or a camera, there are plenty of opportunities to capture white-tail deer, wild turkeys, water fowl, and small game.

FISHING The bountiful waterways in the county feature fish ranging from River Sturgeon to Bluegill and Crappie. Whether you prefer lakes, streams, or rivers, Columbia County can meet your fishing needs.

MACKENZIE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER 2 miles east of Poynette on Co Rd CS & Q • 608-635-8105

• LIVE WILDLIFE EXHIBIT • CLIMB THE FIRE TOWER • HIKING TRAILS • CONSERVATION & LOGGING EXHIBITS • GROUP & SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS WWW.MACKENZIECENTER.COM

Columbia County Association of Snowmobile Clubs Arlington Prairie Drifters www.prairiedrifters.com

Camper County Snow Riders Rio Area

Columbus Fall River Sno-Blazers

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The Moonlighters Snowmobile Club www.moonlighterssnowmobileclub.com

New Haven Sno-Streakers

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Randolph Area

Rocky Run Riders

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Sno-Hoppers

Doyleston Area

Winnebago Ridge Runners

www.winnebagoridgerunners.com.

Yellow Thunder Snowmobile Club Lodi Area www.merr.com/users/ythunder

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Parks & Recreation

Dekorra Public Hunting Ground

242 acres, all state-owned. 8 miles northwest of Poynette off Hwy. V just west of Interstate 90/94.

Duck Creek Public Hunting Grounds

159 acres, all state-owned. Four miles west of Wyocena on Hwy. G, south side of G, section 21 town of Springvale.

Fall River Dam and Lazy Lake Fall River

French Creek Wildlife Area

3,176 acres, all state-owned. 6 miles northeast of Portage on Hwy. F. in the towns of Fort Winnebago and Marcellon in Columbia County and town of Buffalo in Marquette County.

Gibraltar Rock - Highlands

MacKenzie Environmental Center and Wildlife State Game Farm

Pheasants - Hiking - 200 Nature Tracks - Wildlife Exhibits - Forest 250 acres - Educational Center - Fire Tower - Buffalo

Mud Lake Wildlife Area

2,139 acres, all state-owned. South of Rio 1 mile on Hwy. C, then west on Drake Road 1 mile.

Paradise Marsh Wildlife Area

1,496 acres, all state-owned. Go south of Randolph 1 mile to Hwy. 73 to Hwy. G. Go west on G 3 miles to wildlife area.

Park Lake and Spring Lake Pardeeville www.pardeevillelakes.com

Peter Helland Wildlife Area

Lodi, North on Hwy 113, West on Cty Hwy V.

2,997 acres, all state-owned. 6 miles east of Pardeeville on Hwy. P

Goose Pond Sanctuary

Pine Island Wildlife Area

643 acres, waterfowl refuge and largest tall-grass prairie restoration in Wisconsin W7468 Prairie Lane, Arlington, WI 53911

Grassy Lake Wildlife Area

695 acres, all state-owned. 3 miles southeast of Rio to Hwy. 16. Take Erdman Road or Fischer Road off Hwy. 16.

Hampden Wetland Public Hunting Grounds

227 acres, all state-owned. Take Hwy. 60, 6 miles west from Columbus to Hwy. A, then south on A 4 miles to Arnold Road.

Hinkson Creek Fishery Area

3 miles west from Poynette on Hwy. CS, then north on Hwy. J 3/4 mile to Kent Road. Go 1 mile east on Kent Rd. to Branton Rd., then north.

Ice Age National Scenic Trail Portage and Lodi areas www.iceagetrail.org

Jennings Creek Wildlife Area

530 acres, all state-owned. Head north out of Rio on Hwy. SS 2 miles to Jennings Road, then east on Jennings less than 2 miles to Ludwig Road, then continue to Jennings Creek.

Lake Wisconsin

10,000 acres (16 sq. miles) 57 mile shoreline Summer/Winter

Lodi Marsh Wildlife Area

1,207 acres (1,070 owned, 137 leased). 2 miles southwest of Lodi on Hwy. Y.

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5,043 acres, all state-owned. Just west of Portage on Levee Road off Hwy. 33.

Rocky Run Creek Fishery Area

710 acres, all state-owned. From Rio, take Hwy. B west 6 miles to Dunning road, then north 1/2 mile to access point.

Rowan Creek Fishery Area 629 acres, all state-owned.

MacKenzie Environmental Education Center "Experience the best in outdoor education." The MacKenzie Environmental Education Center (MEEC) is one of the most diverse environmental education centers in Wisconsin. Encompassing 250 acres, the center has a variety of habitat types including prairie and forestland. MEEC is an excellent place to visit and learn more about the natural world through handson outdoor experiences, family outings, hiking and picnics. Located just 25 miles north of Madison, MEEC is readily accessible to people of all ages in south-central Wisconsin.

HOURS OF OPERATION

GROUNDS AND TRAILS Dawn until Dusk WILDLIFE EXHIBIT AND MUSEUMS November to April Monday through Friday 8am-4pm First full weekend of May through last full weekend of October Daily 8am-4pm

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Highway 60

From the Empire Prairie to the Mighty Mississippi, Wisconsin’s 100-mile Scenic Byway 60 follows the graceful curves of the Lower Wisconsin River. This patch of our planet sparkles, by sunny day or starry night, with the wild beauty of nature left to its own devices for thousands and thousands of years. And nowhere so apt is Heraclitus’s adage that you can’t step into the same river twice. In constant flux, the “river of a thousand isles” continuously sculpts its sandbars, shifts its channels, varies its flows, and repaints its colors, according to the whims of the weather gods. Here golden bluffs crop out of emerald hills and valleys that roll into rushing streams to the lively river. These waters beckon fishermen, canoeists, kayakers, and boaters. Here birdwatchers and botanists can go bananas while, chances are, an eagle is watching them.

As transcendent as the ancient driftless area landscape itself is the history encoded in its formations. Hundreds of effigy mound earthworks, still alive to the touch, stand today as spiritual gifts and messages from those who occupied this land in the deep past.

The more recent settlements on the Byway route from Lodi to Prairie du Chien have tried to compliment rather than conflict with the pristine qualities of driftless Nature. Each has its own enticing history and contemporary flavor. They offer a rich range of camping, lodging, dining, outdoor and indoor recreation, archeological pursuits, and other learning options. They welcome both the seriously energetic and those who seek serious relaxation. They invite families to experience together this special place, the magic of which has inspired a local goal: No child left inside.

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Highway 60 Visit www.scenic60.com for more information, or contact:

Lodi Chamber of Commerce 102 N. Main • Lodi, WI 53555 www.lodiwisconsin.com • (608) 592-4412

Sauk Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce 421 Water St. Suite 105 Prairie du Sac, WI 53578 www.saukprairie.com • (608) 643-4168

Spring Green Chamber of Commerce 259 E. Jefferson St Spring Green, WI 53588 (608) 588-2054

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lake Wisconsin, Lodi

The Town of Lodi Next, visit Lodi's quaint shops and businesses that carry everything visitors and residents could want: unique shops and restaurants, a grass airstrip, and full-service banking. If you're a first-time visitor, be sure to take a ride across the Wisconsin River aboard the Colsac III, Wisconsin's only free auto ferry. You can spend the day seeing the sights, visiting attractions, enjoying Lake Wisconsin, exploring the inexhaustible natural wonders of the area, or visiting with the interesting people and return to Lodi's peaceful restaurants, resorts or campgrounds to relax and reflect on the day's activities.

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Tiki Bar • Boat Dock Volley Ball • Horseshoes Live Music

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THE DESTINATION FOR YEAR ‘ROUND FUN!

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Ice Age Trail

Snaking through 30 counties, the Ice Age Trail marks the southernmost edge of glaciers from the last Ice Age.

12,000 to 18,000 years ago, monstrous ice sheets, over two miles thick at their point of origin, stretched from northern Canada to cover much of Wisconsin and North America. Mounds of glacial material were deposited at the forward edge of the glacier, forming the terminal moraine. The Ice Age Trail is part of the National Park Service National Scenic Trail System. The Trail loosely follows the terminus of the glaciers from the last ice age. It traverses the state starting at Potawatomi State Park in Door County, runs southeast through the Kettle Moraines to Janesville, turns north going west of Madison, through Devil's Lake State Park, north to Langlade County, and then meanders west through northern forests to Interstate State Park on the St Croix National Scenic Riverway. Currently, about 600 miles out of a total of about 1100 planned miles are completed statewide. The Lodi Valley Chapter volunteers construct and maintain trails, lead hikes and field trips, educate, and assist in land stewardship. Chapter activities include full moon hikes, periodic trail improvement days, National Trails Day activities, and special interest hikes. Chapter Coordinator: Bill Beers 608-592-2031 For more information, please visit www.iceagetrail.org

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Bar opens at 3 pm. Dinners served at 4 p.m. Enjoy our large outdoor patio & bar. Fresh cut steaks • Fish Specials • Friday ﬁsh fry experts Pasta • Pizza • Fish Tacos • Tequila Shrimp • Prawns Wine • Specialty Drinks & 40 Imported, Domestic and Seasonal Beers Sunday Breakfast 9am-12:30pm • Weekday $8.95 Full Dinner Deals

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• Family Campground • Site Rentals • One Cabin Rental • Large Heated Pool • Convenient Store • Planned Activities • Game Room & Activity Center • 2 Playgrounds • Horseshoe Pits • Boat Rental • Fishing from Shore Only

N5830 Cty. Hwy SS • Rio, WI 53960

May 1 - Oct. 1 • Call for Reservations • 800.582.0393 WiFi Available • Credit Cards Accepted

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The Village of Rio is a small, friendly community in the heart of Wisconsin farm country, near the Wisconsin River. Located just inside the unglaciated area of the state, the region is rich in wooden and lake areas which provide many opportunities for outdoor activities.

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SILVER SPRINGS CAMPSITES INC.

Phone 920-992-3537

N5048 Ludwig Rd., Rio, WI 53960

• Heated Pool • Sandy Beach • 10 Acre Lake • Fishing • Boat Rentals • Water Toys • Basketball Court & Volleyball Court • Horseshoe Pits • Rec Hall • Playground •Activities Most Weekends • Modern Restrooms • Coin Showers • Laundry Rooms • Office/Store/Grill • 8 Cabins • 300 Campsites • Overnight Camping • Seasonal Rentals • Large Group Areas • Wifi • ATM • Hiking Trails

Camp 5 Nights Pay For 4! Reservations Suggested We accept VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER

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elcome to Fall River, Wisconsin nestled in an area of gently rolling hills. The north branch of the Crawfish River flows through the village and a dam creates Lazy Lake. Fisherman will find a variety of fish including carp, largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, bullhead, and northern pike. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Lazy Lake. Fall River maintains two parks for public recreation which includes baseball diamonds, basketball courts, a tennis court, and shelters for rent. The indoor pool at the school is open to the public. An active snowmobile club maintains trails throughout the area. Fall River is a thriving village of 1700 that offers exceptional quality of life, surrounded by flourishing industry and top notch schools. Whether you are planning to visit for a day or a weekend, you are welcome in Fall River.

2013 Calendar of Events May 18 - October 12 Savanna Oaks

Farm, Flea & Fabulous Finds Open Air Market Every Sat. 8:30am-12:30pm www.savannaoakscenter.com

May 31 & June 1 Fall River Chamber

Village Wide Garage Sale and Brat Fry

Savanna Oaks Community Center presents

Maggie Mae & The Heartland Country Band

Sunday, June 23, 2013

June 3

Tickets: $15 in Advance $20 Day of Show

Concert in the Park: The Fall River High School Pep Band June 23

Corner of Hwy 16 & Savanna Rd. Across from the Village of Fall River

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Fall River Village Park

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Savanna Oaks

Maggie Mae Concert

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June 30

Silver Springs Campground

Columbus/Fall River Sno-Blazer’s Pancake Breakfast July 18-21 Brayton Park

"Beaner" Softball Tournament, Men’s & Co-Ed’s July 28 Silver Springs Campground

Columbus/Fall River Sno-Blazer’s Pancake Breakfast

Dine-In • Carry-Out Local Delivery • Catering

FALL RIVER Chamber of Commerce

2013

for more information about Fall River

Calendar of Events

P.O. Box 6, Fall River, WI 53932 phone: 920-484-6099

September 8

Fall River High School

or visit us at

Columbus/Fall River Rotary Pancake Breakfast September 21

www.fallriverwichamber.com

Savanna Oaks

Sorghum Fest

www.savannaoakscenter.com

October 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 Fall River Chamber

Chamber of Horrors Haunted House www.fallriverhauntedhouse.com

November 9 Fall River Fire Station Fire Dept. Bingo December 7 Pavilion in Columbus Breakfast With Santa December 15 Savanna Oaks Holiday Fair & Cookie Walk

181 Quality Court • Fall River 920-484-5808 • www.badgerexpress.com

250 Swarthout Road • Fall River 920-484-6401 • www.smssonline.com

671 South Main St. • Fall River (920) 484-3700 • www.ekmachine.com

www.savannaoakscenter.com

THE SMALLEST THINGS CAN MAKE THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE.

Fabricated Metal Products ~ Custom Powder Coating 200 Steel Road Phone: 920-484-4141 Fall River, WI 53932

Dauman Electric

Industrial • Commercial • Residential

800.550.3852

amily owned and operated, Dauman Electric, Inc. has been performing custom electrical

construction throughout Dane, Columbia and Dodge Counties for over 15 years. You can be assured Dauman Electric’s superior attention to detail, quality workmanship and dependable service will be delivered every time by the

BEST IN THE INDUSTRY.

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Explore Highway 51

Hwy. 51 Areas of Interest CRYSTAL LAKE

1 Located just outside Westfield, visitors will find

Prairie Nursery. Since 1972, the nursery has grown from an experiment in wildflower propagation, to a retail and wholesale source respected nationwide for hundreds of species of native plants and seed.

2 MH Ranch, Inc., a mere 7 miles east of

Westfield is home to miniature horses. Stop in for a tour of their facility.

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picking up great deals at the Brakebush Outlet Store, to shopping for Amish crafts. Westfield has it all!

4 Home to a prosperous Amish community,

Montello displays the traditional goods and wares of these proud people in more than two dozen old-world stores that pepper the shopping district. While downtown, visit the Granite Park Waterfall and historic buildings.

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5 BisonRidge Ranch is situated near the shores of

Buffalo Lake. According to Ho- Chunk tribal legend, over 150 years ago the last buffalo seen alive in Central Wisconsin was run into Buffalo Lake and drown. Today at BisonRidge Ranch, nearly 300 bison roam the land near this historic lake.

6 O'Malley & Foss Greenhouse. Make sure to

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Wildlife Memories Gallery on 11th Road located in Harrisville is home to Alanna and Jim Thays. Alanna’s depiction of a wolf against a full moon became the design of Wisconsin’s first endangered species automobile license plate. Jim photographs and carves wild birds and ducks. www.wildlifememoriesgallery.com

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visit one of the most popular greenhouses, and an annual pilgrimage for thousands who want to see the largest selection of annual and perennial flowers in Wisconsin.

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Unique Home & Garden Gifts

18 Greenhouses - Garden Gift store

“A must see for CentrAl WisConsin” Over 3000 Hanging Baskets

largest flower/tree/shrub selection in the Area! N3290 Hwy 22 • 2 Miles South of Montello (608) 297-2266 • www.omalleyfoss.com

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“Where Lifelong Memories Are Made” O N1499 State Hwy 22 • Montello, WI 53949 51 Phone: 608.297.2002 Jumping Pillow, Heated Pool, T Swimming Beach, Planned Activities, 39 Volleyball and Basketball, Baseball Diamond, Playgrounds, Giant Lake Toys, Clean Shower/Restroom Facilities, Arcade/Pavilion, Weekend Entertainment, Friday Night Fish Fry, Snack Bar, Small Convenience Store and Much More....

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Explore Highway 51

It's all about the journey

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Highway 51 is the ribbon that ties the north and south, creating a link between the people of Highway 51, and a pathway for travelers to explore the many cultures, cuisines and nostalgia of mid-America. You’ll discover a wealth of little known facts, fun things to do and interesting sights to see. From the historic to the quirky, you’ll find plenty of ways to turn your drive into a journey. Click your mouse before you turn the key! Be sure to check out www.explorehwy51.com.

PIONEER MOTOR INN

A GREAT MID-STATE MEETING PLACE • PRIVATE Whirlpool Rooms • Special THEME ROOMS

OUTLET STORE

• CONFERENCE Room

• Chicken Tenders • Wings • Nuggets • Fillets • Seafood • Cheeses • Pastries and more!

• Extended Continental Breakfast

WATCH! TRUCKLOAD SALES

• Free HIGH SPEED INTERNET • Fax & Copy Service Available

608.296.2135

MAY & AUGUST

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! Mon–Sat 9am–5pm Sunday 10am–4pm

608.296.3234

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Wisconsin Dells

Dells Attractions (in Columbia County) Chalet Lanes

740 Elm Street, Wisconsin Dells • (608) 254-8727

Dells 4D Fx Theatre

119 Broadway St., Downtown Wisconsin Dells • (608) 254-2184

Dells Boat Tours

11 Broadway St., Wisconsin Dells • (608) 254-6555

H.H. Bennett Studio & History Center

215 Broadway, Wisconsin Dells • (608) 253-3523

Ripleys Believe It Or Not

119 Broadway St., Wisconsin Dells • (608) 254 - 2184

Wizard Quest

105 Broadway St., Wisconsin Dells • (608) 254-2184

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wisconsindolls.com 608.254.8708

Gentlemen’s Club

Completely “au naturel” • Full bar Hwy 13, one mile north of Downtown Dells • Buses Welcome

NEW HOURS: April thru December: Daily 11am-5pm January thru March: Fri, Sat & Sun 11am-5pm

3619 13th Ave., Wisconsin Dells (608) 253-4400

www.fawncreekwinery.com

8 Games of Bowling, 4 Shoe Rentals 1 Large Pizza, 1 Topping 1 Pitcher Soda

29 Chalet Lanes & Lounge $

Expires 2/1/2014 No Photo Copies

“Where The Good Times Roll”

740 Elm Street,WI Dells • (608)254-8727

VOTED #1 RESTAURANT

FREE WI-FI

2012 TASTE OF DELLS

Dynasty Chinese Food & Red Dragon Lounge

Open 7 Days A Week - 11am ‘Til Late! WEEKEND LUNCH BUFFET 10% OFF YOUR ENTIRE BILL

FREE DELIVERY

Orders over $25 within 6 miles

COME AND SEE THE ONLY LIQUID BAR INTHE AREA!

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Green Lake

Green Lake Green Lake offers simple pleasures when it’s time to relax, play hard and rejuvenate. It’s spectacular natural surroundings can be enjoyed while biking, hiking, fishing, boating, camping or many other favorite outdoor activities. The area offers unique lodging and dining experiences, outstanding live music along with affordable award winning golf courses.

Action Marina

On The Water

“Home of Green Lake Action Rentals”

Now 2 Locations To Serve You Better!

Conveniently Located on BOTH sides of Deacon Mills Wharf Seasonal or Transient Slips Available

BOAT RENTALS • Waverunners • Ski Boats • Pontoons • Jet Boats • Fishing Boats • Kayaks

STORE • Tubes • Skis • Ice • Soda

• Canoes • Bicycles

FUEL DOCK

• Soft Serve • Regular Ice Cream and Premium • Life Vests

Gasoline

We Rent Fun!

920-745-2600 50

463 LAKE STREET & 485 PARK DRIVE GREEN LAKE, WI www.greenlakeactionrentals.com

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Hwy. 151

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Columbus 151 Speedway W2140 Krause Rd., Columbus (920) 623-4393

BEAVER DAM

Columbus Antiques Mall & Christopher Columbus Museum “Wisconsin’s Largest Antique Mall” 239 Whitney St., Columbus (920) 623-1992 Open Everyday 8:15am - 4pm

151 Fall River

Columbus City Hall 1892

COLUMBUS

105 N. Dickason Blvd. (920) 623-5900

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Farmers and Merchants Union Bank 73

“Jewel Box” by Louis Sullivan 159 W. James St., Columbus (920) 623-4000

To Madison Charter Raceway Hwy 33 & 151, Beaver Dam

Dodge County Fairgrounds

Museum, Fall River Local History Savanna Oaks Cultural Center in Fall River (608) 742-6682

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920-887-8879 www.beaverdamchamber.com info@beaverdamchamber.com

WISCONSIN YEAR ROUND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES Cabin Fever Fest

Swan City Classic Car Show

Home & Business Expo

Centennial Party at Tahoe Park

Last Sunday of January (4th or 5th Sunday)

Father’s Day

Spring

Midwest Cream Cheese Competition Spring

Nancy’s Notions Sewing Exposition 1st weekend in May

Race Into Summer Festival Sunday of Memorial Day weekend

Lake Days

Memorial Day

Thursday through Sunday following Independence Day

A Day in the Park Craft Fair 2nd Sunday in July

Corn Roast 1st Tuesday of August

3rd Wednesday in August through the next Sunday

Holiday Parade

3rd Saturday in June (Saturday before Father’s Day)

1st Saturday in December

Experience the arts year round at the Seippel Center for the Arts or catch a live theatrical production at the Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre. History enthusiasts will enjoy the Dodge County Historical Museum in downtown Beaver Dam.

Midwest Cream Cheese Competition

Nancy’s Notions Sewing Weekend

Dodge County Fair

Memorial Day Parade Taste of Wisconsin

2013 ONLY! July 3rd

Races Every Saturday Night All Summer

Enjoy golﬁng, hiking, biking, and other outdoor sports throughout the spring, summer and autumn. There is water skiing, boating and ﬁshing on Beaver Dam Lake, Wisconsin’s 16th largest lake with 6,542 square acres.

Beaver Dam Raceway provides racing enthusiasts with exciting dirt track racing action that includes sprint cars, midgets, late models and more. Racing is held every Saturday, May through October, beginning at 6:30 PM.

Dodge County Fair Every August

The Dodge County Fairgrounds, just east of Beaver Dam, is home to the Dodge County Fair which is held the third week of August. Free water ski shows provided by the Beaverland MustSkis ski team, who perform just off Tahoe Park on Beaver Dam Lake from the Monday of Memorial Day weekend to the Sunday of Labor Day weekend. See schedule at www.mustskis.com.

FREE Waterski Shows Sundays in Summer

Barn Quilts

BARN QUILTS OF COLUMBIA COUNTY: COMING SOON TO A BARN NEAR YOU!

You’re travelling along the road in Columbia County when all at once something bright catches your eye. You slow down and are treated to the sight of a colorful quilt square on the side of a barn. You’ve just found a Columbia County Barn Quilt! Columbia County boasts a strong agricultural heritage. A new initiative --- Barn Quilts of Columbia County --- is celebrating that heritage through colorful barn quilts. This project, which is a partnership between Columbia County Association for Home and Community Education (HCE) and Columbia County UWExtension, is engaging people of all ages from across the county. While traditional cloth quilts are usually made by assembling many different quilt squares, barn quilts are typically just one quilt square. Each barn “quilt” is actually an 8’ X 8’ quilt square pattern painted on plywood and mounted on the side of a barn or other farm structure. A committee works with people interested in having a barn quilt to help them identify a quilt square design, decide on a location that will work

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best for viewing from the road (to respect the privacy of the property owner), and assist in creating and installing the quilt. The design of each barn quilt reflects the uniqueness of the person or family who hosts it on their property. Barn quilts might reflect the cultural or ethnic heritage of the person/family or have some other historical link. Sometimes the barn quilt design is chosen to represent a current aspect of the homestead. The map shown here gives the locations of the barn quilts that are currently on display across the county. You can also go to the UW-Extension website --- http://columbia.uwex.edu/ --- to access an interactive map with additional information about each barn quilt. On this website you will also find information about how to put a barn quilt on your farm structure, how to sponsor a barn quilt, or how to get involved as a barn quilt volunteer. Columbia County Barn Quilts are one more great reason to get out and about in Columbia County!

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Sauk County

Devil’s Lake Devil’s Lake State Park is located in Baraboo, Wisconsin and situated along the Ice Age Trail and is visited by more than 1.2 million people per year! With spectacular views from 500 foot cliffs, miles of hiking trails, swimming areas including 2 large sandy beaches, hundreds of campsites, mountain bike trails, cross country ski trails, great climbs and so much more, it’s no wonder why Devil’s Lake is Wisconsin’s premiere natural vacation destination!

Andrea Chao, MD • Dale Fanney, MD Karen Meng, APNP • Deanna Lord, PA-C • Dave Eberdt, PA-C

160 Valley Drive, Lodi

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592-3296

HOURS: Mon–Fri 7:30 am–5 pm Sat 8 am–noon

Accepting most commercial insurance plans and HMOs, including: Unity, Dean Care, The Alliance, Physicians Plus, and Blue Cross & Blue Shield.

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Located at S3949 County BD (Business 12) Just 2 Miles South of Ho-Chunk Casino, Baraboo, WI

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Sauk County

Sauk County Sauk County enjoys one of the most beautiful locations in all of Wisconsin. The county is crowned by the Baraboo Bluffs, designated as a "National Natural Landmark" by the U.S. Department of Interior. Sauk County has three state parks, Devil’s Lake, Mirror Lake and Natural Bridge and is bordered by Lake Wisconsin and the Wisconsin River. People come from all over the nation to camp, hike, fish, boat, ski and golf in Sauk County. And then…..some people are lucky to live here year-round.

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Farm Products & Produce Columbia County Annex 120 W Conant Street, Box 567 Portage, WI 53901-0567 608-742-9680 • www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/columbia/index.html Amberson’s Acres

N4107 Hwy 146, Fall River Open mid-July for blueberries & late August for raspberries. Call Leona: (920) 484-3904

www.creekbedfarm.com Open Mon-Sat, 8 am – 8 pm (608) 635-2667

Cross Family Pork

W4821 State Rd 16, Rio Seasonal produce Open Daily 8 am – 7 pm, July 15 – Oct. 31

Mark & Cara Cross W5523 Co Rd EE, Pardeeville (608) 429-4012 or 772-4013 Buy half or whole hog Processed locally Call for availabilit

Bednarek’s Bison

Emerald Meadows Farm

Bahr’s Produce Stand

Fountain Prairie Inwn & Farms

W1901 Hwy 16, Fall River Highland Beef & Berkshire Pork; Bed & Breakfast year-round John & Dorothy Priske www.fountainprairie.com (920) 484-3618 or (866) 883-4775

Greek Acres

Larson Rabbitry

Hidden Valley Mushroom Farm

20 weekly deliveries of organic produce www.lunacirclefarm.com N2765 Severson Rd, Rio 920-992-6413

W5465 Losinski Road, Princeton (920) 295-3557 Selling variety of bison meat at the Portage and Lodi farmers markets www.bednareksbison.com bednareksbison@gmail.com

Circle J Southdowns

grass-fed, grass finished, no hormones or antibiotics; W1414 Co Rd Z, Fall River, WI 53932; (920) 382-4469; englewoodgrassfed beef@gmail.com

S270 Birchwood Rd, Wisconsin Dells Button, crimini, oyster, portobello, & shitake varieties; certified organic Available year-round mrytylka@aol.com (608) 253-6804

Ezra Petershiem Chicken

Jenkins Family Farms

N1747 Harvey Dr, Rio (920) 253-5473 Grass-fed, grain-finished lamb Delivery available in Madison area; pickup at farm or Sassy Cow circlejsouthdowns@hughes.net

Country Bumpkin Farm Market

E9745 County Road P, Wisconsin Dells Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, vegetables & more, U-Pick/We Pick www.countrybumpkinent.com Open Daily 10 am - 6 pm, April – Oct (608) 254-2311 or (cell) (608) 254-2311

Creek Bed Farm LLC

N2760 Mountford Rd, Poynette Dry-aged Holstein, antibiotic and hormone-free, all natural beef: Whole, ½, or ¼ Also Deforest, Portage & Sun Prairie farmer’s markets.

W3298 Co Rd P, Cambria Frozen, vacuum-packed 4# chickens All natural, free range $1.95/lb. Write for pick-up information

Flyte Family Farms

Culver’s parking lot on Hwy 51N, and Murph’s Chop Shop, Hwy 16W, Portage Seasonal produce: sweet corn, melons, tomatoes, squash, pumpkins & more www.flytefamilyfarm.com Daily 10 am – 6 pm June 1 – Oct 31 (715) 228-2304

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N1959 Kroncke Rd, Poynette 36 types of apples, cider, honey, squash, plums, pumpkins, caramel apples, raspberries & more Family-friendly activities Mon-Sat 9 am – 6 pm, Sun 10 am – 6 pm Aug 15 - Thanksgiving (608) 635-4780

Grass-fed lamb, goat, & Highland beef N6491 Co Rd B, Cambria (920) 348-6089 info@greekacresfarm.com www.greekacresfarm.com

W1547 Hwy K, Columbus Organic vegetables, raspberries, and flowers May – Nov Call for availability (920) 623-2296

Englewood Grass-fed Beef

Lapacek’s Orchard

Organic beef; organic vegetables N9220 Fenske Rd, Dalton (608) 279-2879 jenkbefrm@hotmail.com

Karen & Mike’s Wisconsin Grown Garlic On-line sales only www.wegrowgarlic.com

Ken’s Produce

Stand at BP station, Pardeeville Sweet corn, tomatoes, peppers and seasonal produce Tuesday – Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm Mid-July to Mid-Sept.

W12342 Hurckman Rd, Columbus (920) 344-2499 peter@larsonrabbitry.com

Luna Circle Farms CSA

Nehmer’s Greenhouse

W11785 Ninabuck Rd, Columbus Seasonal produce Daily 10 am – 7 pm, Apr 30 -Oct 31 (920) 623-3356

Paine Family Farm

N893 Kranz Rd, Columbus Grass-fed beef, variety of cuts Call Bill & Laura Paine to visit (920) 623-4407 www.painefamilyfarm.com

Pease’s Produce

179 S. Washington, Wyocena Seasonal produce Daily 9 am – 6 pm, July 15 – Oct 31

Plahnt Sense Farm

538 N. Main Street, Fall River Seasonal produce and herbs Call for availability (920) 484-3874

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Farm Products & Produce

Columbia County Local Food Producers Preuss Farm Market

W8222 Hwy JV, Poynette Produce, sweet corn, tomatoes, and pumpkins Mon – Sat 11 am – 6 pm, July - Oct (608) 635-8505

Price’s Strawberries and Produce

N7556 Hwy 44, Pardeeville Strawberries, asparagus, seasonal veggies, cut flowers; call for availability (608) 429-2750

Priske’s Asparagus Farm W5639 Hwy 16, Rio Great Asparagus! Daily 9 am – 6 pm, May – June (920) 992-3330

Rainbow Hill Farm

Grass-fed/grass finished beef: cuts or, 20# sampler box Pastured pork: whole, ½, ¼, cuts, 20# sampler box N4754 Co Rd V, Poynette (608) 279-1886 rainbowhillfarm@centurytel.net

S & S Wildflowers/Produce Seasonal produce, daily 9 am – 6 pm W4401 Hwy 33, Pardeeville (608) 429-1398

Sassy Cow Creamery

W4192 Bristol Rd, Columbus rBGH-free milk, organic or traditional milk, ice cream, butter, other local products (608) 445-2010 www.sassycowcreamery.com

Salemville Cheese Cooperative

Manufactures Bleu & Gorgonzola cheese; other cheeses and butter in store (920) 394-3433

Schroeder Fresh Produce

retail, wholesale, and farm to school; W5234 King Rd, Rio WI 53960; (608) 697-3787; schroederproduce@wildblue.net www. shroederfreshproduce.com

Smith Farm Market

Hwy 22/33 near Pardeeville Variety of vegetables

Sweet Wisconsin Honey Farm

Call or purchase at Lodi, Portage and Poynette Farmer’s markets (608) 635-3876

Tangerine

201 DeWitt St, Portage Drop-off point for Luna Circle CSA Mon - Fri 9 am – 6 pm, Sat 9 am– 2 pm (608) 742-1043

Tomsraspberries

W13702 Hwy 60 Prairie du Sac, WI 53578 (608) 370-2024 tomsawyer300@yahoo.com You Pick raspberries

Treinen Farm

W12420 Hwy 60, Lodi Fall produce, pumpkin patch and corn maze (608) 592-3481

Young Earth Farm

Certified organic produce CSA shares (on-farm pickup) W11544 Co Rd CF, Randolph (920) 326-5724 farmer@youngearthfarm.com

W4481 County Road GG, Cambria

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Farmer's Markets Portage Farmers’ Market:

•T hursdays, 12 - 6 pm (May - October) •C ommerce Plaza, corner of 33 & 16

Lodi Valley Farmers’ Market:

•F ridays, 2 - 6 pm • 9 02 N. Main St., next to Koltes Hardware •F or more info email lodifarmmkt@merr.com

Poynette Area Farmers’ Market:

• S aturdays, 8 - 11 am •P auquette Park, South Main St, near City Hall

Fall River Area Farm & Flea Market

• S aturdays, 8 am – 12:30 pm • S avannah Oaks, at the corner of Hwy. 16 and Poser Rd.

Columbus Farmers’ Markets - Two Locations • S undays, 9 am – 1 pm (June-October) • J ulie’s Java House, 419 N Ludington, next to Amtrak • Downtown Columbus • S ponsored by Columbus Main Street Organization • Wednesdays, 3 – 6 pm (June-October)

Cambria Farmers’ Market

•T uesdays, 4 – 7 pm •T arrant Park, East Edgewater Street (Hwy P) •C ontact Barb (920) 348-5592 or JoElle (920) 348-6587 joelledeboer@hotmail.com

Wisconsin Dells Farmer's Market • S undays, 9 am – 1 pm (June-October) •W 15344 Waubeek Rd, WI Dells •C ontact Sarah Lloyd (920) 210-7335 or sarah_lloyd@centurytel.net

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1. Go fishing at Crawfish River 2. Feed the ducks along the creek in downtown Lodi 3. Golf at Portage Country Club 4. Walk the Rowen Creek Trail beginning at the Village Park in Poynette 5. Take a train ride, board in Columbus at the Historic Depot

10. Attend Tuesday is Cruiseday! with music every week June thru August at the All Stop Travel Plaza on Hwy 60 at I90/94 Lodi – 6pm-9pm

17. Check out beautiful Chandler Park in Pardeeville

11. Check out the barn quilts

19. 19. Ice skate around Columbia County

12. Walk or bike along the Wisconsin River on the Levee Walk in Portage

20. Attend Brew-B-Que in Lodi

18. Watch ball games all summer long around Columbia County

21. Take the family mini golfing at Arrow Head Adventure Golf at Indian Trails Campground

6. Golf at Saddle Ridge Golf Course in Portage

13. Ride your motorcycle in the annual Dump Run in August in Cambria – 200+ motorcycles

7. Hike the Ice Age Trail from Governor’s Bend to Portage and the Wisconsin River onto Lodi

14. Take a ride on the only FREE ferry in Wisconsin – Colsac III – runs 24 hours a day

8. Check out Cambria’s Farmer’s Market on Tuesdays from 4pm-7pm at Tarrant Park

15. Attend the Independence Day Celebration in Portage with parade, music, food and fireworks plus the UW Marching Band AND Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra

24. Check out our calendar of events at www. travelcolumbiacounty.net

16. Attend the Maple Syrup Festival at MacKenzie Center in Poynette

26. Ski or snowboard at Cascade Mountain

9. Take a 4 hour paddling trip from Pine Island West of Portage to Hookers Resort in Dekorra

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22. Golf at Lakeland Hills Country Club in Lodi 23. Go fishing or boating on Swan Lake

25. Attend the 162nd Columbia County Fair

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27. Check out the many local restaurants

37. Enjoy the fireworks display on July 4th in Friesland

28. Grab some flowers from a local greenhouse or flower shop 29. Bike N Camp – check it out at www.bike-n-camp.com

38. Visit downtown Lodi for locally roasted coffee, award winning sausage and old-fashioned goodies

30. Enjoy a home brew at the Hydro Street Brewery in Columbus

39. Attend Dekorra MidSummer Nights Fireworks

31. Nature walk along Rowan Creek

40. Go fishing in Fall River at the Dam and on Lazy Lake

45. Golf at Columbus Country Club 46. Visit the MacKenzie Environmental Center in Poynette to hike and take in the nature and wild animal refuge exhibits 47. Grab a excellent local fish fry at many restaurants and supper clubs 48. Have your wedding or family reunion in Columbia County

32. Listen to some great music every 41. Check out some live Tuesday in Friesland beginning performances at the Portage at 7:30 pm AND enjoy some Center for the Arts homemade pie and ice cream 33. Check out Lodi’s Farmers Market on Fridays from 2pm6pm at Koltes Hardware 34. Go Geocaching and find all the Geocaches in Columbia County 35. Visit the Amish Country 36. Hike the new hiking trails at the Indian Agency House in Portage

49. Go fishing on Park Lake in Pardeeville

42. Take a trip on the Wisconsin Dells boat tours

50. Check the great items in the local Galleries

43. Go camping at one of the many campgrounds located in Columbia County

51. Dine by the water at one of the many restaurants located along the Wisconsin River or Lake Wisconsin

44. Check out Fall Rivers Farmers Market on Saturdays from 8am-12:30pm at Savanna Oaks

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52. Listen to some great music every Thursday in Pardeeville beginning at 8pm at the library

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53. Check out the Portage Flea Market the First Saturday of June, July, August & September at the Columbia County Fair Grounds in Portage

61. Stay at one of the many cabins along Lake Wisconsin 62. Check out Treinen Farms in Lodi in the Fall for produce and CORN MAZE

54. Enjoy the Columbus 4th of July Celebration with parade, festivities at Firemen’s Park and fireworks

63. Take a paddling or canoe trip on the Fox River from Indian Trails Campground to Portage

55. Go fishing or boating on Lake Wisconsin

64. Check out Poynette’s Farmers Market on Saturdays from 8am-11am at Pauquette Park

56. See whitetail deer at Columbus Firemen’s Park 57. Have an Olde Time Picture taken in downtown Wisconsin Dells 58. Take the Historic Walking Tour in Downtown Portage (begins at Chamber) 59. Go curling in Arlington, Lodi, Pardeeville, Portage or Poynette 60. Check out the French Creek Wildlife area 60

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65. Golf at Kestrel Ridge in Columbus

68. Listen to some great music every Wednesday beginning at 6:30pm at Concerts at the Portage at the Portage VFW Hall (outside in good weather) plus enjoy some great homemade desserts 69. Check out the many antique stores in Columbia County 70. Fish for trout in Rowan Creek in Poynette 71. Hike to the top of Gibraltar Rock for a magnificent view 72. Visit Rocky Run Creek Fishery Area just outside of Rio

66. Ride many miles of Snowmobile Trails 67. Visit the World Famous Farmers and Merchants Union Bank in Columbus – it is known as the “jewel box” and is still a working bank

73. Golf at Shepherds Meadow Golf Course in Poynette 74. Check out Sassy Cow Creamery in Columbus 75. Visit the many gift shops in the different communities in Columbia County

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76. Bike the diverse roadways in Columbia County

85. Stay at one of the many bed and breakfasts in Columbia County

77. Build a sandcastle on one of many beaches around Columbia County

86. Stop by the local Chambers for information on their Local Events

78. Rio is the place to get some homemade fresh smoked meat and sausage

87. Play softball on the many ball fields near the Columbia County Fair Grounds

79. Attend Redbud Days in Columbus

88. Paddle the Fox River from the Indian Agency House to Governor’s Bend County Park

80. Go ice fishing

89. Attend Poynette’s CORN MAZE at Creek Bed Country Farmacy

81. Check out Portage’s Farmers Market on Thursdays from Noon-6pm at Commerce Plaza 82. Have a picnic at one of the many parks in Columbia County 83. See Goose Pond Sanctuary outside Arlington 84. Visit Historic Downtown Columbus where much of the movie “Public Enemies” starring Johnny Depp was filmed

94. Take a drive on the scenic byways and rustic roads 95. Watch a movie at Portage Theatres

90. Check out Cambria Park Days the first weekend in August 91. Check out Columbus’s Farmers Markets on Wednesdays from 3pm-6pm Downtown Columbus AND Sundays from 9am-1pm at Julie’s Java House 92. Hike the 3 miles of nature trails at the USF&WS Waterfowl Production area located 1 mile north of Pardeeville

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93. Visit Fall River’s Chamber of Horrors Haunted House – it is VERY SCARY

96. Visit the Jake The World’s Tallest Living Horse at Smokey Hollow Farm - Poynette 97. Get on the train in Portage 98. Catch some AMAZING pictures with your camera 99. Stay at one of the many cabins along the Wisconsin River 100. Visit our website at

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WHERE THE FUN BEGINS!!

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Lilac Woodshop Amish Country 8• Amish Built Furniture • Amish Quality

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• Dining, Living & Bedroom Sets on Display

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Amish Adventure

COLUMBIA COUNTY GREEN LAKE COUNTY MARQUETTE COUNTY This area is home to one of the largest Amish settlements in Wisconsin, centered around the communities of Kingston and Dalton. The Kingston/Dalton settlement was founded in 1977 and has grown to 9 congregations today.

Restaurant

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rich heritage & pride in our grand community of friendly & helpful people

725 W. Main Street in Princeton • 920-295-0344 16 Flavors of CEDAR CREST Ice Cream “hand dipped” European style breads made by RENARDS fresh daily WISCONSIN CHEESES Fre Wood Carving Tools Cheesecsuhrd Gourmet Food Mixes & Gift Shop on s “Life is Good” Clothing Weekends! Women’s Accessories

Home of Little Green Lake…where the “Big Muskies Hang Out” LIBRARY SPRING FLING: May 11 JUNE DAIRY DAYS: June 7, 8 & 9 GARDEN WALK: July 18

Chamber of Commerce

AUGUSTFEST: August 9 22nd ANNUAL HERITAGE DAYS: September 15 HOMESPUN HOLIDAY EVENT: November & December

P.O. Box 327 • Markesan, WI 53946 920-398-8023 • www.markesanwi.com

Summer Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00am to 9:00pm Avoid the Crowds, Save Some Money ~ Join the Kingston House Family

Downtown Markesan

Lunch Specials “Your Florist & Gift Shop for All Occasions”

Tuxedo Rentals • Willow Tree • We Deliver

Serving Tuesday-Friday 11:00-1:30 Featuring Plate Specials & Sandwich of the week

Evening Sandwich Specials Serving Wednesday & Thursday Evenings 4:30-9:00pm

Still Serving for over 50 years, Our World Famous Friday Night Seafood Buffet • Saturday Night Prime Rib Buffet

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Kingston • Hwy 44 920-394-3011

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• 920-398-2621 • Open Daily 6am-9pm

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