Columbia County 2016 Travel Guide

Columbia County 2016 TRAVEL GUIDE

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Columbia County Wisconsin Welcomes You! COMMUNITIES

CHAMBERS

City of Columbus 920-623-5900 www.cityofcolumbuswi.com

Cambria-Friesland 920-348-6090 www.cambriafrieslandchamber.com

City of Lodi 608-592-3247 www.cityoflodi.us

Columbus 920-623-3699 www.columbuswichamber.com

City of Portage 608-742-2176 www.portagewi.gov

Fall River 920-484-6257 www.fallriverwichamber.com

City of Wisconsin Dells 608-254-2012 www.citywd.org

Lodi & Lake Wisconsin 608-592-4412 www.lodilakewisconsin.org

Village of Arlington 608-635-2474 www.arlingtonwi.com

Pardeeville Area Business Association www.pardeeville.biz

Village of Cambria 920-348-5443 www.cambriawisconsin.com

Portage 608-742-6242 or 800-474-2525 www.portagewi.com

Village of Doylestown 920-992-3648

Poynette 608-635-2425 www.poynettechamber.com

Village of Fall River 920-484-3525 www.fallriverwi.com

Village of Friesland 920-348-5156 Village of Pardeeville 608-429-3121 www.villageofpardeeville.net Village of Poynette 608-635-2122 www.poynette-wi.gov Village of Randolph 920-326-4600 www.randolphwis.com Village of Rio 920-992-5454 www.riowi.us Village of Wyocena 608-429-2349 www.villageofwyocena.com

Randolph 920-326-4769 www.randolphwi.net Wisconsin Dells 800-223-3557 www.wisdells.com

Contents Amish Country Tours Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 Barn Quilt Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Columbia County Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33

Where the Fun Begins Camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Columbia County Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Curling Clubs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Dining. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35 Events Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Galleries, Antiques & Collectibles. . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Golfing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Hwy 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Lodging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Nature Areas & Hiking Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31 Outdoor Recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Produce & Farm Markets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-51 Rustic Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-49 Scenic Byway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-59 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Communities Arlington. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Baraboo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Cambria Friesland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14 Columbus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17 Fall River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 Lake Wisconsin & Lodi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23 Marquette County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Pardeeville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Portage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-47 Poynette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Rio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Wisconsin Dells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Wyocena. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 2016 columbia county VISITOR’S bureau BOARD OF DIRECTORS President: Robert Becker

LOCAL CONTACTS Columbia County Offices 608-742-2191 www.co.columbia.wi.us Columbia County Economic Development Corporation 608-742-6161 www.ccedc.com Lodi Area Opportunity & Development Corporation (L.O.D.I.) 608-592-4038 UW Extension-Columbia County 608-742-9680 www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/columbia

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VICE-President: Stan Stofflet SECOND VICE PRESIDENT: Mike Griffith Secretary/treasurer: Carmen Griffith Executive director: Nancy Elsing DIRECTOR AT LARGE: Annette Currie DIRECTOR AT LARGE: Robert O’Brion

This TRAVEL Guide is the official publication of the Columbia County Visitor’s Bureau Contact us at 608-742-6161 www.TravelColumbiaCounty.net

Published by: Capital Newspapers, Portage, WI General Manager: Jonathan Denk Graphic Design: Dusty Drew

Join us for

Weekly Summer Events

EVERY tuesday 6:00PM

EVERY WEDNESDAY 6:30PM

jUNE 7 - august 30

Tuesday is Cruise Day!

Free concert and car show every Tuesday evening at the All Stop Travel Plaza, Lodi – Highway 60 & I90/94 starting at 6 pm. Food available for purchase onsite. A different local sponsor each week provides door prizes, open to all collector or special interest cars – bring them all to the car show. For more information, call Ron at 608-279-5929.

EVERY tuesday 7:30PM june 14- august 16

jUNE 1 - august 31

Concerts at the Portage

Free Concerts behind Portage VFW Hall at 215 W. Collins Street held every Wednesday evening, June 1-Aug. 31, starting at 6:30 p.m. Bring chairs or blankets to enjoy the music. A different band will be performing each week. As fundraisers the Portage VFW sells food and a local nonprofit will be selling desserts, we hope you will patronize them. If inclement weather is approaching or it is raining, the concert will be held indoors at the VFW Hall.

For more information, call Carmen Griffith at 608-697-6907.

Friesland Band Concerts and Pie Social

Every Tuesday evening at the Downtown Friesland Band Shelter on Highway EF just north of Highway 33 beginning at 7:30 pm, come listen to the Friesland Band and have some pie and ice cream. For more information, call Marcia Dykstra at 920-348-5156.

EVERY WEDNESDAY 5:30PM may 25 - august 31

Pardeeville Cruise Inn

EVERY thursDAY 7:00PM june 9 - august 11

Pardeeville Band Concerts and Pie Social

Every Thursday evening at the Angie Williams Cox Library in Downtown Pardeeville, come listen to the Dual County Band beginning at 7 pm. Bring a chair to enjoy the music, pie and ice cream. For more information, call Margo Pufahl at 608-429-2500.

One night a month where they do a road cruise to different towns. All cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome.

Contact Gary Millard, 608-617-7719 for more information.

5:30 - 8:00 p.m. www.facebook.com/pardeevillecruiseinn

EVERY wednesday 6:00PM Texas Hold ‘ Em

Select friDAYs 6:00PM American Legion Concert Series

Enjoy evening concerts on select Fridays outside on the patio at the Poynette American Legion 271, 131 W. Washington St., Poynette, 6-10 p.m.

Portage VFW, 215 W. Collins St., Portage. 100% Payout. $20 buy-in every Wednesday night 6-10PM. Open to the public.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

7:00PM June & July, 6:30pm august

Community Pride Concerts – Lodi

EVERY OTHER sunday 4:00PM Bingo

Portage VFW, 215 W. Collins St., Portage. Every Sunday 4-8PM. Open to the public. Beginning January 10, 2016.

Various musicians and bands will perform at Habermann Park, Fair St., Lodi every Wednesday. June and July concerts will begin at 7 p.m., August at 6:30 p.m.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS MARCH

March 26 Portage Lion’s Club Easter Egg Hunt 10AM - Foil-wrapped chocolate eggs will be scattered on the grounds of Woodridge and John Muir School on Saturday morning. Bring baskets or bags to collect eggs. Children are separated by age groups from 1-10 years of age.

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April 2 Maple Syrup Festival 8AM-2PM at MacKenzie Center, W7303 County Road CS & Q, Poynette. A fun filled educational event for families.

Event starts out with a pancake breakfast, guided tours of the sugarbush with demonstrations of how to tap a maple tree for sap and how to make syrup, interpretative talks about how Native Americans and Pioneers made maple sugar and syrup as well as current methods. Contact: 608-635-8105 – dnrmackenziecenter@wisconsin.gov or http://dnr.wi.gov/education/ mackenzie/ April 9 Bowtime Quintet 7:30PM at Portage Center for the Arts - This eclectic quintet delivers the elegance of a classical ensemble with the groove and sensibilities of a pop group!

Featuring Portage native Thor Bremer. www.portagecenterforthearts.com 742-5655 April 16 Savanna Oaks Spring Fling Arts & Craft Show 9AM-3PM Savanna Oaks Community Center - Hwy. 16 and Savanna Rd., Fall River. Lunch will be served. Looking for Crafters and Vendors - See website or call 920-424-6257. www.savannaoakscenter.com April 21-24 Lodi’s Spring Garage Sales April 23 Fall River Fire Dept. Bingo & Meat Raffle - Starting at 7PM Held at the Fall River Fire Station.

April 29 Portage Wine Walk 6PM - Spend time with your friends

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enjoying great wine inside various businesses and walking from place to place to shop in downtown Portage.

Enjoy a night out in our downtown!

Tickets will be sold by cash or check at the Chamber of Commerce Office and at 205 Vino. Portage Area Chamber of Commerce www.portagewi.com 608-742-6242.

April 30 Columbus Arbor Day Celebration 9AM-1PM at Columbus Fireman’s Park.

Free tree giveaways, Craft Fair, Friends of the Columbus Public Library Book Sale, Columbus Area Senior Center Bake Sale, lots of fun for the kiddos, too. Program at 10AM. bit.ly/ColumbusCalendar

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May 1 The Lodi Optimist One Mother of a Run is an annual, multi-distance challenging scenic run event, with proceeds supporting the youth of the Lodi WI community. This event takes place starting at noon with a 1/2 marathon, 10k, 5k and a kids run. More details can be found at www.onemotherofarun.com May 6-7 Columbus City Wide Garage Sales May 7 Mothers Day Women’s Expo & Craft Show 10AM-1PM at Indian Trails Campground, W6445 Haynes Road, Pardeeville with vendors such as ThirtyOne Gifts, Mary Kay, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Scentsy, Tastefully Simple and more, as well as, homemade crafts/goods. Door Prizes and refreshments – for details call Tiffany at 608-429-3244. www.indiantrailscampground.com May 7 Pardeeville Student Council Cancer Run/Walk 8AM-10AM registration at Pardeeville High School, 120 S. Oak Street with events starting at 10AM with a 5K run. Silent auction with numerous gift baskets. Contact Chris Lynch at 608-697-9611 or www.phsrunwalk.com May 7 Randolph City Wide Rummage Sale www.randolphwi.net

May 7 BINGO Lodi Area EMS will host at 7PM in the hall at St. Patrick’s Church 521 Fair St. Lodi Cash Prizes are awarded.

May 7 Portage Presbyterian Church Spring Fling Salad Luncheon with Crafts and Bake Sale: Breads, Cookies, Rolls, Candy and More - Handicap Accessible 608-742-6006.

May 7 Columbus Redbud Days Celebration Redbud Prince and Princess contest at 10AM, citywide garage sales continue in Columbus with a brat stand and other activities.

Columbus Chamber of Commerce 920-623-3699 info@columbuswichamber.com May 13 Red, White and Brew Tour Hosted by the Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce. One of our newest events! Come for an exciting night of shopping, sampling and meeting the faces of our businesses and organizations. The stops for this event will have a select wine or a craft beer for you to sample as well as snacks! This is an opportunity for you to come into a place you may have never been! Two of our downtown businesses open their doors up for some of our non-downtown businesses to offer you more fun and excitement! Must be 21; limited amount of tickets For tickets - www.lodilakewisconsin.org May 15 Opening Day Celebration at Indian Agency House Help us kick off our 2016 season. www.agencyhouse.org or 608-742-6362.

May 16-21 Red Bud Pedal Days Be Fit, Bike!

An afternoon event each day all around town. Check calendar for details. Huge family friendly bike rodeo, crafts, snacks, giveaways and all around fitness fun on Saturday, May 21, 9am to noon at the Columbus Elementary School parking lot. bit.ly/ColumbusCalendar

CALENDAR OF EVENTS May 20-22 St. Mary’s Best Fest A weekend of fun, food, music, carnival rides and so much more St. Mary’s School and Church grounds. www.stmaryportage.com May 21 Pardeeville EMT & Fire Departments Fundraiser 9AM-5PM at Indian Trails Campground, W6445 Haynes Road, Pardeeville with vehicle displays, blood drive, rescue demonstrations, raffles, basked social and more – for details call Tiffany at 608-429-3244. www.indiantrailscampground.com May 26-28 Pardeeville City Wide Rummage and Garage Sales May 28 Fall River Savanna Oaks Community Farmers Market Saturdays 8AM-12PM (Rain or Shine) - Hwy. 16 & Savanna Rd across from the Village of Fall River.

Different events and activities planned each week. Vendors are always welcome. Call 920-484-3337. www.savannaoakscenter.com May 28 4th Annual Cambria Car Show Cambria Tarrant Park on East Edgewater Street sponsored by the Cambria Park Committee. To register contact Russ Winchell at 920-296-9275.

May 30 Fish Tales Customer Appreciation Party Starts at Noon on the Patio with Music, Food, and Drink Specials. W12690 Hwy 188 Lodi, WI 53555 608-592-4266.

May 30 Lodi American Legion 9AM Memorial Day with the annual program at Garden Bluff cemetery.

Following will be the Memorial Day parade held at the head of Main Street, Lodi which will stop at the Veterans Memorial Park located on Water St. Program to follow at 11AM. May 30 Memorial Day Program 11AM Pardeeville American Legion Park.

May 30 Memorial Day Parade 10AM Columbus

june

June 3-4 Fall River Village-Wide Garage Sale & Brat Fry Sales start at 8AM & Brat Fry at 10AM at The Furniture Service Station located in the center of town. Event sponsored by the Fall River Chamber. www.fallriverwichamber.com June 3-5 Harmony Grove (Lodi) Garage Sales June 3 Friday Night Out 4-6PM Columbus Public Library lawn. Help celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Program with fun family entertainment, crafts, giveaways and free ice cream for the kiddos. columbuspubliclibrary.info June 3-11 Art That Blooms Exhibit Portage Center for the Arts - this is a wonderful event, free and open to the public featuring original artwork by area artists, along with fresh floral arrangements and poetry inspired by each individual work of art. All this comes together for a two day, multisensory event the first weekend in June! www.Portagecenterforthearts.com 608-742-5655.

June 4 Downtown Portage Walking Tour Spend the morning learning about Historic Downtown Portage. The guided tour starts at the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce office at 10AM. www.portagewi.com 608-742-6242 June 9 History of Columbus Celebration 4-7PM Lewis Mansion, 711 W. James St., Columbus. Learn about the rich history of Columbus as we launch the publication of Jan Ulrich’s History of Columbus book. The author will read from her work and sign books. Free tours of the Lewis Mansion. Great food, friends and fun. columbuspubliclibrary.info June 11 Motostatic 8AM-4PM Cruise In and Music Festival.

Cars, music, and food at beautiful

Chandler Park in Pardeeville. Train rides and tractor pulls for the kids plus so much more. Contact: Dick Depies 608-697-0347 or www.moto-static.com June 9-11 Citywide Garage Sales Deals throughout Portage at the Citywide Garage Sales Weekend - Find a list of sales at www.portagewi.com June 11 Portage City Flea Markets Featuring crafts, produce, antiques, collectibles and so much more. Held at Veteran’s Memorial Field, 300 Superior St, in building #6.

June 11 Canal Days in Portage Parade with music, food vendors, face painting, canoe rides and tours. www.portagewi.com June 11 Divine Savior Healthcare Run/Walk www.dshealthcare.com June 11 Flag Day Luncheon Come to Indian Agency House for a luncheon. Girl Scouts flag ceremony – Speaker - House tours. www.agencyhouse.org or 608-742-6362.

June 11-12 Columbus Horse & Carriage Festival Fireman’s Park www.columbuscarriagefestival.org June 18 Columbia County Moo-Day Brunch 9AM-1PM at Miller’s Fourth Generation Homestead, N1484 O’Connor Road, Lodi, Highway 60 to O’Connor Rd—turn right coming from Lodi and turn left coming from Prairie du Sac, proceed 1.5 miles to farm. Sponsored by Columbia County Dairy Promotion Committee and Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board.

June Dairy Month event featuring a brunch of Pizza Hut pizza, grilled cheese sandwiches, nachos, cheese samples, milk & ice cream, tour of farm including new robotic milking system, children’s games, petting zoo, music, horse-drawn wagon rides and mock farm accident including Medflight if it is available.

Debi Stiemke 608-635-2858

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS June 18 Summer Sizzler - Food-FunEntertainment - Downtown Randolph www.randolphwi.net June 25 Friesland Area Fire Department Annual Chicken BBQ 4:30PM-7PM in Downtown Friesland.

June 25 Poynette Area Family Fun Festival Come celebrate family! Local Farmers Market 8AM-11AM followed with a parade, bed race, human foosball tournament, ongoing kids games, face painting, crafters, music, various food vendors plus demonstrations by a Mexican Dance group and Karate America and so much more. Dunk Tank featuring local celebrities and hapless friends. Email contact pafff1234@ gmail.com for more information or https://www.facebook.com/ poynettestreetdance/?fref=nf June 25 Savanna Oaks Summer Concert featuring Funky Chunky-Madison’s Best R&B Band Show starts at 5PM - Savanna Oaks Community Center - HWY. 16 across from the Village of Fall River Call 920-484-6257 www.savannaoakscenter.com June 28 Summer Speaker Series 6PM at the Historic Indian Agency House at Fort Winnebago (HIAH) will host its Summer Speaker Series this year, with one lecture per month from June to August. The speaker series is FREE to the public. www.agencyhouse.org June 29 Pardeeville Classic Car Cruise In 5:30PM-8PM at Indian Trails Campground, W6445 Haynes Road, Pardeeville, for a Classic Car Show display - for details call Tiffany at 608-429-3244. www.indiantrailscampground.com June 30 - July 4 Columbus 4th of July Celebration held at Columbus Fireman’s Park - Park Ave. Free admission & entertainment.

June 30th kicks off the celebration with the mid-way opening, music entertainment and a free family movie

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in the park beginning at 9PM. The remainder of the celebration you will find many activities including music, food, refreshments, midway rides and much more! www.columbus4thofjuly.net or www.facebook.com/pages/columbus4th-of-july-festival

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July 2 Downtown Portage Walking Tour Spend the morning learning about Historic Downtown Portage. The guided tour starts at the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce office at 10AM. www.portagewi.com 608-742-6242 July 2 Road Trip Band 7:30PM-11:30PM at Chandler Park in Pardeeville sponsored by the Pardeeville 4th of July Committee.

July 2 Lodi Art in the Park over 80 artists.

Jewelry, oil paintings, acrylic and watercolors, crafts, photographs, ceramics, woodworking and other artwork from 10am-4pm at Habermann Park on Fair Street. Rain or shine.

608-592-4432.

July 2 Portage Concert in the Park & Fireworks Celebration 7:30PM - Join us for some great summer music - bring your lawn chair to Pauquette Park (corner of Hwy 33 and Pierce Street) and spend an evening listening to the great music of the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra.

Following the performance there will be a spectacular fireworks show over the Wisconsin River. Portage Area Chamber of Commerce www.portagewi.com 608-742-6242.

July 4 Pardeeville Area Business Association Scholarship Breakfast 7AM-10AM – come see Bob Williams Big Fry Pan featuring the All American Omelet you won’t want to miss at the Village Parking Lot across from Kwik Trip in Pardeeville!

July 4th Columbus Celebration Continues Enjoy the area’s largest parade beginning at noon, entertainment and

mid-way fun in Fireman’s Park and the day ends with a HUGE fireworks display at 9PM! Columbus4thofJuly.net or like them on Facebook - Columbus 4th of July Festival - WI. July 4 Fire Cracker 5 Run/Walk www.columbuswichamber.com July 4 Pardeeville 4th of July Celebration Noon Parade in downtown Pardeeville with fireworks at dusk in beautiful Chandler park in Pardeeville. Come to Pardeeville and enjoy the fun day!!

July 7-10 151 years of the Lodi Agriculture Fair www.lodiagfair.com July 9 Pardeeville Triathlon Chandler Park, Pardeeville, WI 6:45AM transition open with 8AM race www.pardeevilletri.com/ July 15 Portage Beer Walk Enjoy a fun evening out in Downtown Portage. Stop by numerous locations to sample various beers.

July 15 American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Portage This free event is open to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend.

Please join us in celebrating those who have beat cancer, remembering those who we have lost and joining those who continue to battle this disease! The event will start at 6pm on Friday night and all cancer survivors are invited to a special reception in their honor just after the opening ceremony.

Kristi at 608-697-5532. www.relayforlife.org/portagewi July 16 Portage City Flea Markets Featuring crafts, produce, antiques, collectibles and so much more. Held at Veteran’s Memorial Field, 300 Superior St, in building #6.

July 20-23 International Edsel Club Rally Convention Best Western Resort & Conference Center, Portage Produced 1958 through 1960 and named after Henry Ford’s son, the Edsel is

CALENDAR OF EVENTS a vehicle with unique history. Edsel owners bring their beloved cars to this annual convention held in different cities each year. Enjoy the convention in Portage at the Best Western with various tours planned for the car owners around the city. Car Show awards on Saturday.

Matt McLaughlin at 608-547-0620 or Harv Woebbeking at 414-640-4810.

with FREE parking and admission. Paid Grandstand events include motocross, tractor/truck pulls, rodeo, demo derby and so much more!! Come enjoy the fun!! The commercial buildings open on Wednesday, July 27th with vendors selling and/or promoting a wide variety of products. www.columbiacofair.com

July 26 Summer Speaker Series 6PM at the Historic Indian Agency House at Fort Winnebago (HIAH) will host its Summer Speaker Series this year, with one lecture per month from June to August. The speaker series is FREE to the public. www.agencyhouse.org

July 31 Columbus/Fall River Sno-Blazer’s Pancake Breakfast Serving from 8AM - 11AM. Held at Silver Springs Campgrounds Ludwig Rd., Rio, WI.

July 27-31 165th Columbia County Fair The Columbia County Fair officially opens on Wednesday, July 27th with the carnival opening at 6PM with specials each day of the fair until closing day on Sunday, July 31st. The grandstand events begin on Wednesday, July 27th at 7PM and continue on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at 7PM. There will be games, carnival, food, and fun for all

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August 4-7 Arlington Fireman’s Festival Arlington Fireman’s Park with softball tournament Thursday-Sunday. Tractor and truck pulls, plus music on Friday and Saturday evenings. Volleyball tournament Saturday-Sunday. Kiddie parade on Saturday and a grand parade down Main Street on Sunday at noon.

Contact: Chief Joe Barman, 608-635-4717 or www.arlingtonfiredept.com

August 6 Downtown Portage Walking Tour Spend the morning learning about Historic Downtown Portage. The guided tour starts at the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce office at 10AM. www.portagewi.com 608-742-6242 August 7 Columbus Arts & Ales Festival 9AM-9PM New Location - located in the public lot on the corner of E. James St. & Water St. Home brewers competition, bands, vendors. www.columbuswifun.com August 13 Kiwanis Ride to Read Bike Ride Please join 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 and distribute children’s books. Four route options of 15, 30, 45 and 62 miles (metric century) travel through scenic and historic Amish countryside. www.kiwanisridetoread.com

SO MUCH TO SEE AND DO!

165th Annual Columbia County Fair

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS August 13 Pardeeville Sidewalk Sales 9AM-2PM Local businesses will have their merchandise for sale at reduced prices. Contact: Kathy Cook 608-429-2700.

August 13 Portage City Flea Markets Featuring crafts, produce, antiques, collectibles and so much more. Held at Veteran’s Memorial Field, 300 Superior St, in building #6.

August 13 34th Annual Susie the Duck Days This wonderful day starts off with a 5k run hosted by the Lodi Library. The parade starts at noon, but while you wait for this to start, our downtown business will have their doors open for you to browse and shop and you can buy ducks for the raffle and get a brat by the Fire Station At noon the Lodi Rotary Parade kicks off with over a half hour of entertainment! Immediately after the parade we launch a Duck Derby dropping 3,000 rubber ducks into Spring Creek where they begin their journey traversing waterfalls, rapids on their way to the finish line. The afternoon continues in Lodi’s beautiful Habermann Park. Relax with a bite to eat at “Taste of Lodi-Lake Wisconsin” providing a wonderful assortment of tasty treats while you enjoy the amazing Kids zone with Bounce Houses, Petting Farm and Several Games. Also enjoy Live Music in our beer garden. Then sit by the creek and wait to see if your duck won! Cash and monetary prizes awarded! Admission is Free! August 12th tractor pull, August

13th Demolition Derby both at 7pm at the Lodi Fairgrounds, put on by the FFA Alumni.

www.lodilakewisconsin.org

August 16 Rio Library Quilt Guild Show 10AM-4PM at Rio Middle/High School at 411 Church Street with quilt displays, vendors, raffle, educational sessions, and trash to treasure boutique with a light lunch from 11AM-1PM. All proceeds benefit the Rio Community Library.

Contact: 920-992-3206 or www.riolibrary.org August 18 Fitz’s Corn Boil Fundraiser for Lodi area non-profits. Dinner includes brats and corn on the cob. Games, raffles, auction, music and fun for the whole family.

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5-10pm at Fitz’s on the Lake, W11602 County Highway V, Lodi. www.fitzrestaurantlakewisconsin.com August 20 Zona Gale Celebrates Friendship Village A commemoration of Pulitzer Prize winning dramatist & social activist Zona Gale. Poetry & play reading, cemetery tour, music, tours of Gale’s two homes in Portage, ice cream social and more.

608-742-2228.

August 20 Music Fest at Lawton Field Music Festival held at Lawton Field to support the Greater Portage Youth Education Foundation. Tickets are $10 and food and beverage will be available at the event.

August 26-27 Taste of Portage Market Fair Come enjoy family fun at this event, celebrating 25 years! There will be great food, live music one two stages, kid’s activities, an art and craft show along with a car show. Located in Downtown Portage along Hwy 33 and 51 and the Market Square Parking Lot. Portage Area Chamber of Commerce www.portagewi.com 608-742-6242.

August 27 Dump Poker Run FREE FOOD AND LIVE MUSIC All proceeds go to charity – Cambria Dump Bar – 920-348-5733 www.thedumpbar.com www.facebook.com/thedumpcambria August 27 Wild West Weekend 9AM-7PM at Indian Trails Campground, W6445 Haynes Road, Pardeeville, so come see Dirty Kettle & the Big Mountain Family presents a Native American Tipi Village & Drum Circle - Native American Dance Show. For details call Tiffany at 608-429-3244. www.indiantrailscampground.com August 27 Silver Lake Triathlon The Silver Lake Triathlon is a beginnerfriendly 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

August 30 Summer Speaker Series 6PM at the Historic Indian Agency House at Fort Winnebago (HIAH) will host its Summer Speaker Series this year, with one lecture per month from June to August. The speaker series is FREE to the public. www.agencyhouse.org

september

Monthly Poetry & Photo Competition-September 2016 through May 2017 Portage Center for the Arts, 301 East Cook St., Portage, WI 53901. Entries due first of month, one entry per photo & poem per person. All ages welcome, winner by popular vote. Monthly drawing for entrants/voters for 1 free ticket to a Performing Arts Series Concert! Upcoming 2016 themes: March “Nightlife,” April “Junk,” May “Winner’s Circle.” www.portagecenterforthearts.com September 3 13th Annual Pardeeville Car Show 8AM-4PM at Chandler Park rain or shine with registration from 8AM-Noon. 11th year Annual Tractor Show included. Approximately 950 cars and trucks in 2015.

Come and enjoy the day. www.pardeevillecarshow.com September 5 Randolph Community Corn Carnival Corn - Food – Entertainment. www.randolphwi.net September 9 - 11 Teardrop Campout TC Teardrops.com is hosting at Indian Trails Campground, W6445 Haynes Road, Pardeeville, so bring your teardrop camper and join the fun. Take the tour of tears and checkout all the custom teardrop camping trailers. For details call Tiffany at 608-429-3244. www.indiantrailscampground.com September 10 Cajun in the Country Noon-6PM Join us at Shepard’s Barn, 7556 Marshall Road, Columbus for Cajun music & Dancing plus craft brew and locally sourced food. www.columbuswifun.com

CALENDAR OF EVENTS September 10 Portage City Flea Markets Featuring crafts, produce, antiques, collectibles and so much more. Held at Veteran’s Memorial Field, 300 Superior St, in building #6.

September 10 Pardeeville Watermelon Festival 10AM-4PM with watermelon eating, seed spitting, watermelon carving, refreshments, food, free watermelon, and games for the kids. Great family event!!

Contact: Todd Hepler 608-286-7160. www.pardeevillewatermelonfest.com September 10 Portage Family SkateBoard Levee Cruise 10AM - Cruise together on the scenic levee trail, enjoy local musicians, engage with keynote speakers, and picnic at Riverside Park. This event is for skateboard and longboards only. Helmets are required. The cost to register is $20. www.portageskatepark.org September 10 Historic Indian Agency House Living History Weekend Our most popular event. Reenactors bring the Agency House and grounds to life. For more information. www.agencyhouse.org or 608-742-6362.

September 11 Columbus/Fall River Rotary Pancake Breakfast Held at Fall River High School with Funds raised go to local schools for scholarships.

September 16-18 Lodi Area Garage Sales September 17 Fall River 3rd Annual Tri-Lazy Tri-Lazy Triathlon is a biking, canoeing and running event sponsored by the Fall River Pirate Foundation. www.fallriverpiratefoundation.com September 17 Fall River Sorghum Fest Savanna Oaks Watch Sorghum Processed from field to jar. All-U-Can-Eat “Potato” & Buttermilk Pancake - Breakfast 7AM-11AM. Large outdoor Farm, Flea and Fabulous Finds Market. Children’s activities, food, live music and Much more!

FREE PARKING & ADMISSION. www.savannaoakscenter.com

September 17 Columbus Fall Festival 9AM-1PM Corner of W. James and Dickason Blvd. in Downtown Columbus. Outdoor music, lunch and baked goods at the Columbus Area Senior Center, Friends of the Library Book Sale and family-friendly entertainment and crafts on the library lawn. columbuspubliclibrary.info September 17 Kids Day at Culver’s Brought to Blau Family Chiropractic - Health, Safety & Environmental Awareness Day for kids with spinal, dental and eye screenings. 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! www.blauchiropractic.com September 24 “Odd”toberfest 2PM-10PM in Columbus Fireman’s Park Pavilion for Live Polka Music, German food, and beverages.

Contact: 920-623-2285. wioddfellows40@yahoo.com www.wioddfellows40.org September 24 Brew B Que Join the Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce for our annual downtown block party! There is a homebrew, salsa, rib and chili competition. Anyone can enter in these competitions; forms can be found on our website. Kids zone and bean bag toss tournament, beer tent and live entertainment. Admission is free; however the Rib competitions require a VIP pass to taste; which are limited. www.Lodilakewisconsin.org

october

October 2 Columbus Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast 7AM-1PM Columbus Fire Station October 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29 Fall River Chamber of Horrors Award winning Haunted House - Listed 4th in US for Haunted Houses. Haunted House is located on Heppe Road, Fall River. Open 7PM with last tickets sold at 10PM. Sponsored by Fall River Chamber of Commerce. www.fallriverhauntedhouse.com

October 15 Fall Festival at Indian Agency House Help us wrap up our 2016 season. Event is FREE. www.agencyhouse.org or 608-742-6362 October 28 Fine Vine Wine Walk Join us for a Wine Walk in Downtown Portage. Spend time with your friends enjoying great wine inside various businesses and walking from place to place to shop. Enjoy a night out in our downtown! Advance ticket sales will start one month before the event. Tickets will be sold by cash or check.

October 29 Halloween at the Portage Theatre Portage Theatres is planning a great Halloween themed event for the kids.

All you have to do is bring a nonperishable 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.). www.portagetheatres.com 608-742-6678.

november

November 5 Fall River Fire Department Bingo & Meat Raffle Held at the Fall River Fire Station starting at 7PM. November 5 Pardeeville Annual Holiday on the Lakes 9AM-2PM Pardeeville local businesses have great sales for the Christmas Season. Come check it out as there is something for everyone!!

November 12 Harvest Dinner Portage Presbyterian Church with Turkey and all the trimmings, including homemade pie. Carry-outs available.

608-742-6006.

November 12 Craft Fair Cambria Friesland School at 410 E. Edgewater Street – vendors contact Joelle DeBoer – 920-348-6587

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS November 18-20 Holiday Open House in Downtown Columbus www.columbuswichamber.com November 18 Wine Walk and Shop As you stroll through downtown you’ll have a chance to shop, meet store owners and sample different wines and appetizers at various shops. It is a very relaxing evening out. www.lodilakewisconsin.org November 19 Christmas By the Creek Restaurants will be open, local stores will have incredible deals. Breakfast with Santa at the Masonic Temple, Movie at the Library and Lefsa and craft sale at the Historical Society by the Lutheran Church.

November 20 Fall River Holiday Fair at Savanna Oaks Featuring Crafters & Holiday Vendors - 9AM - 3PM Lunch served by Savanna Oaks.

Looking for Crafters!

Call 920-484-6257. www.savannaoakscenter.com November 25 Columbus Christmas Parade 6:30PM in downtown Columbus 920-623-3699. www.columbuswichamber.com November 25 Santa Fly-In 10AM at the Portage Airport. Come help welcome Santa as he arrives at the Portage Airport. Portage Area Chamber of Commerce. www.portagewi.com 608-742-6242.

November 25 Chili Dump at Holiday Parade 5PM by Portage Presbyterian Church.

Purchase a bowl of Chili at Commerce Plaza during the parade - get here early because chili is while supplies last and the chili goes fast.

November 25 Portage Holiday Lighted Parade & Tree Lighting 6PM - The parade will wind its way downtown, and end up with Santa lighting the gigantic holiday tree in Commerce Plaza. There will be hot beverages and treats on the streets to keep you warm. www.portagewi.com

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November 25-26 Portage Theatres Free Kid’s Movie Come to Portage Theatres for a Free Kid’s Movie with a non-perishable food item donation. Help us fill the Portage Food Pantry. 608-742-6678. www.portagetheatres.com November 26 Holiday Bazaar Craft Fair 9AM-3PM Randolph High School at 110 Meadowood Drive.

November 26 Santa’s Real Reindeer Come to Commerce Plaza in downtown Portage to get your photo with Santa and see Santa’s reindeer.

december

December 3 Cookie Walk Purchase a cookie box filled with a map and specials at the Chamber office and then collect a cookie at various participating businesses throughout Portage. Portage Area Chamber of Commerce. www.portagewi.com 608-742-6242.

December 3 Breakfast with Santa in Columbus www.columbuswichamber.com December 3 Holiday House at Portage Presbyterian Church Holiday House Luncheon: Chicken Noodle Soup & Beef Barley Soup, Fresh Vegetables and Dessert. Bake Sale: Breads, Cookies, Rolls, Bars, Pies, Candy and more. 608-742-6006.

December 3 Breakfast with Santa 8AM to 12PM Co-sponsored by Fall River & Columbus Chambers. Held at Columbus Country Club.

December 3 Lodi’s 2nd Annual Lights Parade Browse our warm and inviting stores to get your amazing holiday deals during the day. When it starts to get dark make your way towards Clark and Fair street for an amazing Christmas Lights Parade, our amazing police kick it off and Santa and Mrs. Claus bring up the end of the parade.

Then follow Santa and Mrs. Claus where they light the community tree. Across the

street the Curling Club opens their door for refreshments and curling activities and next door in the Old WestPoint School House Santa and Mrs. Claus greet and listen to the children. Fun night for all!

Admission is free! www.lodilakewisconsin.org December 3 Breakfast with Santa 8AM-Noon at Columbus Country Club 920-623-3699 info@columbuswichamber.com December 10 Kiddie Christmas at Historic Indian Agency House FREE, always-popular “Kiddie Christmas”-crafts & treats!

Pre-registration required. www.agencyhouse.org December 10 Santa Visit 10AM-11:30AM Cambria Community Room December 10 Santa’s Workshop Randolph Village Hall 248 W. Stroud St. www.randolphwi.net December 10 Breakfast with Santa at Portage Culver’s Tickets are required for this event and are available at the Portage Chamber office. 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. Santa will be happy to pose with you for photographs. Please feel free to bring your cameras.

Portage Area Chamber of Commerce www.portagewi.com 608-742-6242.

December 10 Historic Living Windows Enjoy this historical celebration of Portage by strolling the streets and viewing numerous vignettes of times past. There will be hot beverages and treats on the streets to keep you warm and toasty!

December 25 Christmas Day Dinner Noon - at Portage Presbyterian Church - Come and share in the fellowship and enjoy a home-cooked meal of turkey and all the trimmings and wonderful desserts.

No reservations – just come and join us!

608-742-6006.

Visit beautiful

Cambria-Friesland

The neighboring villages of Cambria and Friesland are located in the Northeastern part of Columbia County. The surrounding country is considered rural route Cambria except for the people that live in the village of Friesland.

The Village of Friesland lies to the east of Cambria and a couple miles to the north off highway 33. It has a population of about 300. Friesland was named after the providence of Friesland in the Netherlands where many of the early settlers originated from.

Friesland has a beautiful park located in the village where many games, events and family gatherings are held. Not to mention the village square where every Tuesday night, during the summer months, old fashion band concerts are held featuring the famous Friesland Band. Homemade pie and ice cream are provided by various groups in the area at a nominal fee during the concert. On the 4th of July thousands come in from across the country to experience the small town atmosphere of the band concert, pie social and local

fireworks display provided by the Friesland Fire Department.

Friesland is home to several big industries including an ethanol plant, windfarm, and a large producer/distributor of fruits and vegetables. It also houses one of the largest warehouses in the Midwest.

The village of Cambria is a couple miles to the south of Highway 33 and only 5 miles from Friesland. It has a population of about 800. It is the home of the CambriaFriesland Schools known as the Hilltoppers.

Cambria was named back in 1856 when the railroad came through. Many of the early settlers came from Wales. They still to this day celebrate some of the Welsh customs.

Tarrant Lake is located in the village where many people enjoy fishing throughout the year. The lake is in Tarrant Park that is famous for its spring and summer ball tournaments. There are farmers markets and music events in the summer months.

Every year Cambria celebrates Park Days, the first weekend in August, where ball tournaments are held along with a parade

on Saturday, music, food, swimming and children’s events. It is a fun time for the whole family. A large cancer fund raiser, sponsored by a local business, is held annually the end of August. People from miles around come to join in the fun.

Cambria is also home to two large canning companies, a milling/ethanol plant, and many other small businesses that thrive in this small community.

Both villages offer a safe, quiet, friendly atmosphere to live or visit. The surrounding countryside is beautiful. It is famous for its country bridges and the Amish communities that neighbor them.

Area Events May 21st June 3-5 June 7-August 16 July 4th July 25 August 4-7 August 27 November 12

4th Annual Car Show-Tarrant Park, Cambria Cambria Spring Softball Tournament Tuesday evenings Friesland Band Concerts/Pie Socials. 7:30 pm Friesland Fireworks at dusk, concert 6:30pm, band 8:15pm Friesland Fireman’s Chicken BBQ, serving 5-8 pm.

Cambria Park Days (softball tournament, parade, music, food) The Dump Poker Run for Cancer, Cambria Cambria Craft Show-Cambria/Friesland High School (9am-2pm)

w w w. c a m b r i a f r i e s l a n d c h a m b e r. c o m The Cambria-Friesland Area Chamber of Commerce would like to acknowledge the following members for their support.

Beaver Dam Alliant Energy, Madison Beaver Dam Community Hospital Capital Newspapers Edith’s Cakes & Catering Good Karma Broadcasting LLC Cambria AC Auto Body Cambria Car Wash County Line Shop, LLC Del Monte Foods Didion Milling, Inc. & Ethanol Doober Farms Eugene Hahn Gena Kok Hughes Trucking JR’s Construction & Landscaping, Inc. Ken and Terry Kasten Kratz-Smedema Funeral Home Link Auction Service, LLC

National Exchange Bank & Trust Pride Originals Rascals and Rockers The Dump

Friesland Alsum Produce Farmers & Merchants Union Bank United WI Grain Producers, LLC

Columbus Action Tire & Auto Farmers Implement

Markesan Amy’s Country Spa Chris’s Floral and Gifts Massage by Erin Ness Electric

Hometown Randolph Pharmacy Kathy’s Kustom Embroidery Randolph Community Funeral Home Markesan State Bank Masonry by Gruss Randolph Vet Clinic SIA/Oosterhouse Agency LLC Terminator Pest Control Wingers Farms Wingers Trucking

Pardeeville Adams Columbia Electric Coop

Rio Denure Excavating Inc. Co

Randolph American Family Insurance Beverly Enterprises/Golden Living Center Jim and Kathy Casey Centurytel DETJEN Enterprises DeYoung Insurance Services

Westfield Lee and Joanne Vaughan

Dalton Lilac Furniture Gallery Fall River Bill and Sharon McCormick Fond du Lac Radio Plus Fox Lake Hayes Haus Resort

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Discover columbbus Columbus is built along the Crawfish River and nestled among gently rolling hills, woodlands and prime agriculture land. Columbus is located in the southeast corner of Columbia County and presents an almost perfect portrait of the 19th century. More than 200 historically significant homes and buildings in Columbus are on the National Historic Registry. You will find that Columbus strives to preserve and promote its proud heritage.

all that it has to offer!

An Enjoyable Experience Awaits You! • Charming restaurants and supper clubs • Many other establishments throughout the city

Columbus as it is now offers an impressive array of community assets; an Amtrak station that serves 17,000 passengers annually, a low-depth aquatic center for families to enjoy, two golf courses, the Christopher Columbus Museum, the largest antique mall in Wisconsin which attracts 120,000 people annually and other quality antique and specialty shops.

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• Beautiful Architecture • Amtrak Station (hub for the Empire Builder Line) • Nationally Recognized Schools • Prosperous Industry

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Columbus is located on five major highway corridors... ...

US-151, WI-16, WI-60, WI-73 and WI-89

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August 7

Columbus Arts & Ales Festival

9am-9pm Located in the public lot behind VFW Post 8090, Downtown Columbus (the corner of E. James St. & Water St.) Home brewers competition, bands, vendors and bean bag tournament. www.columbuswifun.com

September 10 Cajun in the Country

Noon-6pm Shepard’s Barn, 7556 Marshall Rd., Columbus Cajun music & dancing, craft brews and locally sourced food www.columbuswifun.com

September 17 Columbus Fall Festival

9am - 1pm Corner of W. James and Dickason Blvd.

Outdoor music, lunch and baked goods at the Columbus Area Senior Center, Library Book Sale and more.

September 24 Columbus ‘Odd’toberfest

2pm-10pm Columbus Fireman’s Park Pavilion 920-623-2285 • wioddfellows40@yahoo.com Oktoberfest themed event hosted by the Odd Fellows (Tri County Lodge) Live polka music, German food & beverages

November 25

Columbus Christmas Parade

6:30pm-parade sponsored by Columbus Chamber of Commerce & Columbus Downtown Development Corporation & City of Columbus 920-623-3699 for more information

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An Affiliate of SSM/St. Mary’s Hospital 1515 Park Avenue, Columbus, WI 53925 920-623-2200 • 800-549-7511 columbuscommunityhospital.org

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Columbus Calendar 2016

An easy destination to visit and enjoy!

 Discover columbus April 30

City of Columbus Arbor Day Celebration 9am - 1pm at Fireman’s Park.

May 6&7 May 7

Citywide Garage Sale Redbud Days Celebration Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce • 920-623-3699

June 11-12

Columbus Horse & Carriage Festival

Free tree giveaways, craft fair, library book sale, bake sale and fun for the kids

Citywide garage sales continue • Brat stand & other activities • info@columbuswichamber.com Horse & Carriage competition at Columbus Fireman’s Park all weekend. www.columbuscarriagefestival.org

June 30-July 4 Columbus Fourth of July Celebration

Fireman’s Park, Park Ave. Free admission & entertainment. www.columbus4thofjuly.net

July 4

Columbus Fourth of July Celebration Firecracker 5k Run/Walk

July 4

July 4th Parade and Fireworks

sponsored by Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce 920-623-3699 • info@columbuswichamber.com Parade at Noon. HUGE fireworks display at dusk. www.columbus4thofjuly.net

Visit the Historic x Governor Lewis Mansion x Located in Columbus, WI

Featuring: • Historic Architecture • Antique Shops • Specialty Shops • Artisans • Food & Spirits • Services • Filming site of “Public Enemies” starring Johnny Depp

Historic Tours Event Venue 608-501-9585

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Welcome to FALL RIVER

Fall River

We not only invite you to visit, but we also invite you to stay. www.fallriverwi.com www.fallriverwichamber.com ExcEllEnt Fishing Fisherman will find carp, largemouth bass, crappie, bullhead and northern pike when they fish Lazy Lake all year long.

REcREational activitiEs From fishing, snowmobiling, parks, tennis courts, basketball courts and baseball diamonds you will find plenty to do in our quaint village.

BEautiFul PaRks Great place to enjoy outdoor activities. Ask about renting a shelter for your next event or activity.

indooR Pool Open to the public year round! savanna oaks community cEntER This center is host to

several community activities throughout the year including a summer concert, farmer’s market and Sorghum fest.

satuRday FaRmER’s maRkEt Every Saturday 8 a.m. til Noon May through October; Rain or Shine at Savanna Oaks Community Center.

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

chamBER oF hoRRoRs - hauntEd housE This October event is sponsored by the Fall River Chamber of Commerce.

Visit www.fallriverhauntedhouse.com for more details.

FALL RIVER Chamber of Commerce for for more information infor about Fall River 701 South Main Street, Fall River, Wisconsin 53932 Phone 920-484-3348 • Web www.spiweb.com

P.O. Box 6, Fall River, WI 53932 email @ FallRiverWiChamber@gmail.com

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2016

Fall River April 16

9AM - 3PM Savanna Oaks Spring Fling Arts & Craft Show. savannaoakscenter.com

April 23

Fall River Fire Dept. Bingo & Meat Raffle held at the Fall River Fire Station Starting at 7PM.

Beginning MAy 28

Savanna Oaks Community Farmer’s Market - Every Saturday 8AM -12PM (Rain or Shine) Hwy. 16 & Savanna Rd. across from the Village of Fall River.Vendors are always welcome call 920-484-3337 or visit savannaoakscenter.com

Special Events

June 3 & 4

Village-Wide Garage Sale & Brat Fry. Sales start at 8AM, Brat Fry starts 10AM at The Furniture Service Station located in the center of town. www.fallriverwichamber.com

June 25

Savanna Oaks Summer Concert featuring Funky Chunky Madison’s best R&B band. Show starts at 5PM. Savanna Oaks Community Center is located on HWY. 16 across from the Village of Fall River. Call 920-484-6257 or visit savannaoakscenter.com

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3nd Annual Tri-Lazy Tri-Lazy Triathlon is a biking, canoeing and running event.

Visit website for more information www.fallriverpiratefoundation.com

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Sorghum Fest Savanna Oaks Watch Sorghum Processed from field to jar. All-U-Can-Eat “Potato” & Buttermilk Pancake Breakfast 7AM -11AM. Large outdoor Farm, Flea and Fabulous Finds Market.

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Children’s activities, food, live music and more! FREE PARKING & ADMISSION! www.savannaoakscenter.com

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Chamber of Horrors Award winning Haunted House Listed 4th in the US for haunted houses.Located on Heppe Rd. Fall River. Open 7PM with last tickets sold at 10PM. www.fallriverhauntedhouse.com

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Fall River Fire Dept. Bingo & Meat Raffle. Held at the Fall River Fire Station. Starting at 7PM.

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Holiday Fair at Savanna Oaks Featuring Crafters & Holiday vendors. 9AM until 3PM, lunch served by Savanna Oaks. Looking for Crafters! Call 920-484-6257 or visit website, www.savannaoakscenter.com

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Lodi and Lake Wisconsin

Things To Do

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Fishing, Boating and Swimming

There are so many things to keep you busy here in the Devil’s Lake State Park Region! Devil’s Lake has 2 huge sandy beaches, miles of hiking & biking trails, canoe & kayak rentals and so much more.

The park is also a popular rock climbing destination. Devil’s Lake has over 29 miles of trails for any skill level. S5975 Park Rd., Baraboo, (608) 356-8301.

Hiking Ice Age Trail

Take a journey along Wisconsin’s glacial landscapes. Your trip could be long or short, secluded or social. Whatever you’re looking for, the Ice Age Trail has it. The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is a thousandmile footpath that highlights landscape features as it travels through some of the state’s most beautiful natural areas. The Trail is entirely within Wisconsin and is one of only eleven National Scenic Trails.

The Lodi Valley Chapter of the Ice Age Trail maintains over 9 miles of beautiful trail in southern Columbia County from the Lodi Marsh to the Merrimac Ferry. We offer a variety of hikes and social events, including the Mammoth Fun Run & Hike, an annual National Trails Day event in June. All ages and skill levels will enjoy the trails in this great community.

Ice Age Trail Snowshoeing

This thousand-mile footpath highlights Wisconsin’s world-renowned Ice Age heritage and scenic beauty. The Trail meanders through 31 counties and is within 15 miles of nearly two million Wisconsin residents. For information about the Ice Age Trail Alliance go to www.iceagetrail.org or call 1-800-227-0046.

Yellow Thunder Snowmobile Assoc.

Established in 1968, the Yellow Thunder Snowmobile Association is located in Lodi, WI near Lake Wisconsin. The members of our club come from Lodi, Dane, Harmony Grove, Okee, and even central Illinois.

Our members enjoy sharing adoration for Wisconsin’s wonderful white winters and snowmobiling. In addition to the social interaction our members enjoy they also partake in the following: Maintain and access a wonderful trail system of over 65 miles, participate in workshops, meetings, and social events, volunteer in community

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The Lodi Area Cross Country Ski Club

The Lodi Area Cross Country Ski Club maintains 8 Kilometers of groomed trails at the Lakeland Golf Course. More & more people travel from out of town to ski, as some of the trails our north facing, there continues to be snow on the trails, where other trails have melted.

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Lodi and Lake Wisconsin...

Your Getaway Awaits!

The best kept secret in the state of Wisconsin - Lodi and Lake Wisconsin. Lake Wisconsin is a 10,000 acre lake and offers 52 miles of shoreline that is surrounded by picturesque hills with views that are unbelievable. Enjoy the lake for fishing, boating, water skiing and swimming. Stop at one of the sandbars on the lake - bring your food, beverage, chairs and pet to experience a day of fun in the sun or visit any of our fabulous restaurants in the area. In the winter, you will find downhill and cross country skiing, snowmobiling, snow tubing and snowboarding. Want a relaxing day? Stroll down the streets of Lodi to experience small town charm - shop the unique stores, meat market, bakery, ice cream parlor and more. Stop for lunch or beverages. Enjoy the historical buildings, feed Susie the Duck and finish off your day with a ride on the only free car ferry or check out our local festivals. We hope you stop and visit, to experience all this unique and beautiful area has to offer.

Red, White and Brew Tour

Friday, May 13, 2016 Hosted by the Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce.

One of our newest events! Come for an exciting night of shopping, sampling and meeting the faces of our businesses and organizations. The stops for this event will have a select wine or a craft beer for you to sample as well as snacks! This is an opportunity for you to come into a place you may have never been! Two of our downtown businesses open their doors up for some of our non-downtown businesses to offer you more fun and excitement! Must be 21; limited amount of tickets For tickets - www.lodilakewisconsin.org

Susie the Duck Day

Saturday, August 13, 2016 This wonderful day starts off with a 5k run hosted by the Lodi Library. The parade starts at noon, but while you wait for this to start, our downtown business will have their doors open for you to browse and shop and you can buy ducks for the raffle and get a brat by the Fire Station At noon the Lodi Rotary Parade kicks off with over a half hour of entertainment! Immediately after the parade we launch a Duck Derby dropping 3,000 rubber ducks into Spring Creek where they begin their journey traversing waterfalls, rapids on their way to the finish line. The afternoon continues in Lodi’s beautiful Habermann Park. Relax with a bite to eat at “Taste of Lodi-Lake Wisconsin” providing a wonderful assortment of tasty treats while you enjoy the amazing Kids zone with Bounce Houses, Petting Farm and Several Games.

Also enjoy Live Music in our beer garden. Then sit by the creek and wait to see if your duck won! Cash and monetary prizes awarded! Admission is Free! www.lodilakewisconsin.org August 12th tractor pull, August 13th Demolition Derby both at 7pm at the Lodi Fairgrounds, put on by the FFA Alumni.

Lodi Ag Fair

Lodi is one of three cities in the state of Wisconsin to have its own fair. This free fair, which has been running for 151 years, begins on the first Thursday of July and runs through Sunday.

Exhibits include livestock judging, school artwork, baking contests and local organization display booths. There are carnival rides and games. Attractions include tractor pulls and the hugely popular demolition derby. There is also a live music beer garden.

Brew-B-Que

September 24, 2016 10am-5pm Join the Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce for our annual downtown block party! There is a homebrew, salsa, rib and chili competition. Anyone can enter in these competitions; forms can be found on our website. Kids zone and bean bag toss tournament, beer tent and live entertainment. Admission is free; however the Rib competitions require a VIP pass to taste; which are limited. www.lodilakewisconsin.org

Lodi Wine Walk & Shop

Friday, November 18th, 2016!

As you stroll through downtown you’ll have a chance to shop, meet store owners and sample different wines and appetizers at various shops. It is a very relaxing evening out. www.lodilakewisconsin.org

Lodi’s 2nd Annual Christmas Lights Parade

Saturday, December 3, 2016 Browse our warm and inviting stores to get your amazing holiday deals during the day. When it starts to get dark make your way towards Clark and Fair street for an amazing Christmas Lights Parade, our amazing police kick it off and Santa and Mrs. Claus bring up the end of the parade. Then follow Santa and Mrs. Claus where they light the community tree. Across the street the Curling Club opens their door for refreshments and curling activities and next door in the Old WestPoint School House Santa and Mrs. Claus greet and listen to the children. Fun night for all!

Admission is free! www.lodilakewisconsin.org

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Visit Beautiful

Downtown Lodi

Lodi, meaning peaceful valley, is situated in a beautiful valley among gently rolling hills near the Wisconsin River. Spring Creek meanders through the city including the Main Street Area. From Lake Wisconsin to Gibraltar Rock, the natural landscape surrounding Lodi affords breathtaking views to the hiker, cyclist or tourist.

While touring Lodi be sure to stop on Main Street to visit local merchants and an area farmers market. 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. The City also offers a ninehole public golf course.

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 hotels, motels, bed-and-breakfasts or campgrounds to relax and reflect on the days activities. City residents

enjoy several beautiful city parks and a free public pool in Goeres park. Lodi is a city that preserves a peaceful, quality lifestyle and takes pride in all that it has to offer.

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. The ferry crosses the Wisconsin River at Merrimac. It shuttles WIS 113 traffic between Okee on the east bank and Merrimac on the west. The ferry is open for service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, normally from April 15 through November 30.

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Amish

Country Shops Restaurant

Serving...5am-10pm Open 7 Days a Week

Breakfast • Daily Lunch • Dinner Specials!

Friday Fish Fry • Famous Broasted Chicken • ICE • SODA • BEER/LIQUOR • LOTTERY • PIZZA • SNACKS • ICE CREAM • GAS • OIL • DIESEL • VIDEO RENTAL • DAIRY ITEMS • ATM Repair

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WAYSIDE AMOCO RESTAURANT & REPAIR Hwy 44 & 73 • Markesan, WI Repair • 920-398-3722 ~ Restaurant • 920-398-3484

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Driving Tips The Amish community includes Marquette, Columbia, and Green Lake Counties. When traveling in that area many motorists are not aware of how to drive when they come upon a horse and buggy. In an effort to increase the safety of all those who use the roadways in this area we offer some safe driving tips.

• Dim your headlamps when you meet a horse and buggy at night. As you might expect the horses have difficulty when they have to stare into bright headlights.

• Give a wide berth when passing a horse and buggy.

Driving closely to the horse may startle it, and cause the buggy operator to lose control.

• Avoid rapid acceleration or unnecessary vehicle noises when passing or near a horse and buggy, loud noises may startle the horse as well.

Following a few simple tips as a motorist will help make our roadways safer.

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Columbia County

Barn Quilts

There are now even more reasons to travel the highways and byways of Columbia County…..Barn Quilts! With over 40 Barn Quilts to be found across Columbia County it’s a great way to see the countryside while celebrating the agricultural heritage of our county through the warmth and beauty of quilting art.

Barn Quilts of Columbia County is a project of the Columbia County Association for Home and Community Education (HCE) and Columbia County UW-Extension. Each colorful quilt design is painted on an 8 X 16 foot plywood and each is a work of art.

Some are installed on working barns that are busy with the rhythms of farm life while others are on “retired” barns that are no longer used or have been repurposed. The barns may be freshly painted or weathered. Many of the Barn Quilts that adorn these buildings have a story to tell that reflects the history of the farmstead. A few examples will demonstrate the uniqueness of each Barn Quilt.

For the Seemann family, the design of their Barn Quilt --- Mariner’s Compass --- was inspired by two things: a) the German name “Seemann” means water people and b) living at a four-corner crossroads, the family has always been helping people find the right direction.

The Hughes family members agreed on a quilt depicting Indian corn partly because mounds near the barn were built by people who inhabited what is now Columbia County thousands of years before European explorers and settlers arrived. The quilt pattern for the Cupery barn -- Great Wildlife -- was chosen because 1700 acres of DNR land (French Creek) are adjacent to the property and waterfowl are abundant.

Learn more about the Columbia County Barn Quilts, including an interactive map, photo and information about the farmsteads and quilt patterns by visiting the UW-Extension website, http:// columbia.uwex.edu/family-living/ barn-quilts-3/ or stop by the UWExtension office for print information.

The Barn Quilts of Columbia County await you!

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Welcome To

Pardeeville Pardeeville, a village of 2110 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 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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Swimming Pond 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)

Rent an on site Cabin or RV

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608-429-3036 Two Hearts Unique Gifts and More. Come shop with us.

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HUGE LIQUOR,WINE, BEER INVENTORY! Pontoon boats $99 for 4 hours everyday! Longer rates available.

Kayaks, Canoes & Standup Paddleboards $20 for 3 hours.

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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 updated in 2012 and the Columbia County Hwy department is also located on the south side 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 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.

Arlington

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Arlington Firemen’s Festival

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.

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 “smalltown” 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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Welcome To

Poynette

The “Poynette...Naturally” motto describes the recreational and lifestyle options available in Poynette. Located in the rolling glacial hills just south of the Baraboo range and the Old Military Highway connecting forts at Green Bay and Prairie du Chien, Poynette residents enjoy a picturesque setting. Lake Wisconsin (3 miles away), Devil’s Lake, and numerous small lakes enhance year-round recreational activity. Wisconsin’s #2 trout stream, Rowan Creek, bisects two parks in downtown Poynette.

Less than 2 miles away is the MacKenzie Center with a natural prairie, hiking trails, an animal park and a facility for environmental education. With the recent addition of a Golf Course and Club House, Poynette is a four season recreation area with all seasons providing a wealth of activities.

AREA PARKS

Pauquette Park is located at 126 S. Main Street, next to the Poynette Police Station. The park shelter area is available for rent by calling the Village Hall offices at 608-635-2122 x 201 or email clerk@poynette-wi.gov. Rental of the shelter is on a first come first serve basis and the rental fee is required to reserve your spot.

The baseball diamonds are scheduled separately by the Parks Commission, for more information on reserving the ball diamonds contact Davy Tomlinson at dtomlinson@ poynette-wi.gov

Valley View Park Splash Pad

Valley View Park, located at 300 Park St., is home of the new Splash Pad. Hours of operation for the Splash Pad are 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., 7 days a week, Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. The pavilion is available on a first come first served basis.

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Nature Areas and

Hiking Trails

Beck Waterfowl Production Area Three miles of hiking trails located 1.5 miles north of Pardeeville on the west side of Hwy 22. The nature trail system on this 357 acre Waterfowl Production Area (WPA) was developed and is maintained by Indian Trails Campground in collaboration with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. A WPA consists of wetland habitat surrounded by grassland and woodland communities. While a WPA is managed primarily for ducks and geese, it also provides habitat for a variety of other wildlife species such as non-game grassland birds, shorebirds, wading birds, mink, muskrat, wild turkey and deer. Trail head parking areas are located across from Indian Trails on Haynes Road, also on Wendlick Road and Hwy 22. Trails are for foot traffic only. The WPA is open to wildlife observation, hiking, cross-country skiing, nature study and photography. Dogs must be on a leash except while engaged in hunting during established open seasons. Take only pictures, leave only footprints!

end of Harvey Road. The entire parcel is open for fall hunting.

Columbus Wetland Public Hunting Grounds 248-acre property - find it by taking Lewis Street from Columbus, which turns into old Hwy 73. The grounds are just north of Hwy 151 bridge on west side of the road. The property consists of approximately 175 acres of wetland, 60 acres of upland and 20 wooded acres.

Goose Pond Sanctuary W7468 Prairie Lane, Arlington, 643 acres, waterfowl refuge and largest tall grass prairie restoration in Wisconsin.

Dekorra Wetland Public Hunting Grounds 226 acre property - find it eight miles northwest of Poynette off of Highway V just west of Interstate 90/94. The property consists of approximately 15 acres of wetland, 46 acres of upland and 165 wooded acres.

Duck Creek Wetland Public Hunting Grounds 159 acre - find it four miles east of Wyocena on Highway G, on south side of G, section 21 town of Springvale. The property consists of approximately 100 acres of upland and 60 acres of marsh/stream.

Erstad Prairie 60-acre - adjacent to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s 720-acre Waterfowl Production Area at Schoeneberg Marsh. The parcel, three miles northeast of Goose Pond, contains two 18-acre wetlands and 42 acres of upland grassland.

Schoeneberg Marsh is one of the premier prairie wetlands in Wisconsin with nesting yellow-headed blackbirds and black terns.

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French Creek Wildlife Area Cty. Hwy. F, north of Portage, this two-county area includes 3,152 acres of open marsh wetlands, upland grass fields, lowland timber, shrub type wetlands and warm water stream habitats suitable for ducks and geese, deer, squirrel, rabbit, pheasant, fur-bearing animals, sand hill cranes, herons, egrets, shorebirds and songbirds. Two man-made dikes create flowages for waterfowl and fur-bearing animal habitat. Some warm water fishing occurs in the flowages.

Gibraltar Rock - Lodi Rising 200 feet above the surrounding landscape, Gibraltar Rock is a flat-topped butte, an outlier of the Magnesian escarpment. With a thin Platteville-Galena dolomite cap over St. Peter sandstone, the butte offers panoramic views of the Wisconsin River Valley and Lake Wisconsin.

Grassy Lake Wildlife Area 695 acre property - find it three miles southeast of Rio on Highway 16. Take Erdman Road or Fischer Road off from Highway 16. The property consists of approximately 380 acres of wetland, 210 acres of upland and 105 wooded acres including open water and shrub/ cattail marsh wetlands, hardwood timber and grassland habitats suitable for waterfowl, squirrel, rabbit, grouse, pheasant, fur-bearing animals, sand hill cranes, herons, egrets, shorebirds, and songbirds.

Hampden Wetland Public Hunting Grounds 229 acre property - find it by taking Highway 60, six miles west from Columbus to Highway A, then south on A four miles to Arnold Road.

The Department began acquiring land for this public hunting ground in 1966. Much of the property is marshy potholes with lowland timber.

Hinkson Creek Fishery Area Hinkson Creek drains a small watershed (9 square miles) as it flows a distance of 6 miles to its junction with Rowan Creek, a tributary to the Wisconsin River. An abundance of springs throughout the stream course maintain water temperatures capable of supporting a high quality brook trout fishery. Thirty-nine mammal species including muskrat, raccoon, red fox, mink, white-tailed deer, fox and gray

squirrels and cottontail rabbits. Beaver are known to inhabit the stream. The presence of 153 bird species has been documented in the area which includes the common waterfowl species, ring-necked pheasants, woodcocks and ruffed grouse. It is likely such endangered species as the bald eagle and osprey, along with the threatened red-shouldered hawk and loggerhead shrike, pass through the area.

Hiking Trails at the Historic Indian Agency House The Historic Indian Agency House Nature Trails are adjacent to the Portage segment of the Ice Age Trail. The trail head is just across the road and north of our parking lot and follows the old Portage Canal. This 3/4 mile path offers flat, easy hiking, and wildlife abounds along the way. Watch for woodcock, quail, and songbirds in the woods along the trail, or see if you can catch a glimpse of a heron, teal or other water birds in the canal. A variety of turtles, snakes and frogs also might be spotted along the trail or banks of the canal.

Jennings Creek Wildlife Area 530 acre property - find it by heading 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.

The area includes cold water stream frontage, shrub wetlands hardwood forest, and conifer timberland suitable for deer, grouse, turkey, squirrel, rabbit, sandhill cranes, fur-bearing animals, songbirds and trout.

Lake Wisconsin Cty Hwy. CS, Poynette More than just a wide spot in the Wisconsin River, Lake Wisconsin is 9,000 acres of unlimited water activities, including sailing, swimming, boating, water-skiing, and canoeing.

Fish taken here include sturgeon, panfish, walleye, bass, northern and lunker muskies.

Accessible from a number of boat landings, resorts and campgrounds, Lake Wisconsin is Central Wisconsin’s natural water fun center.

Lodi Marsh Wildlife Area Cty. Hwy. Y, south of Lodi, 1,044 acres in Columbia and Dane counties combined, including cold water stream frontage, shrub wetlands, hardwood forest, cropland and grassland fields suitable for deer, grouse, turkey, squirrel, rabbit, pheasant, fur-bearing animals, sandhill cranes, songbirds and trout.

MacKenzie Center Cty. Hwy CS/Q, Poynette This environmental center operated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is open for every season. The property features native prairies, woodlands, and a nature pond

Nature Areas and

Hiking Trails

to explore. Five hiking trails wind through the forests and are suitable for all ages; one trail is also ADA accessible. Visitors can enjoy viewing our resident native wildlife (wolves, owls, bison, and more) in our native wildlife area, and visit our conservation exhibit and historic log cabin. Search ‘MacKenzie’ at dnr.wi.gov.

Mud Lake Wildlife Area 2,283 acre property - find it south of Rio 1 mile on Hwy. C, then west on Drake Road 1 mile. The property consists of approximately 1450 acres of wetland, 590 acres of upland, and 220 acres of wooded habitat. You will find a hardwood forest, grassland fields, cropland and shrub wetlands, suitable for waterfowl, deer, pheasant, grouse, turkey, squirrel, rabbit, sandhill cranes, fur-bearing animals, herons, shorebirds, and songbirds. Two man-made dikes enhance water levels of the large wetlands to improve waterfowl habitat.

Otsego Marsh 80-acre property - about 10 miles northeast of Goose Pond, consists of oak and hickory woodlands, a pine plantation and a 32-acre wetland that provides habitat for a wide variety of wildlife including wood ducks and the statethreatened Blanding’s turtle. The woodlands provide habitat for a variety of wildflowers, including many species of ferns. Canoeing and kayaking are permitted at Otsego Marsh from May 1 September 15.

Paradise Marsh Wildlife Area 1,588 acre property - find it by going south of Randolph one mile on Highway 73 to Highway G. Go west on G three miles to the wildlife area. The property consists of approximately 1,270 acres of wetland, 260 acres of grasslands and 60 acres of wooded habitat.

You will find warm water stream frontage with extensive cattail and shrub marsh wetlands, hardwood timber, grassland fields and cropland. Habitat is suitable for deer, squirrel, rabbit, pheasant, fur-bearing animals, sandhill

cranes, herons and songbirds.

Park Lake, Pardeeville 330 acre lake - maximum depth of 27 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings.

Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye.

Peter Helland Wildlife Area 3,543 acre property - find it six miles east of Pardeeville on County Road P. The property consists of approximately 2,700 acres of wetland, 500 acres of grassland, 240 acres of wooded habitat and some shrub and agricultural lands.

Pine Island Wildlife Area 5,499-acre property - located along the Wisconsin River southwest of Portage. The property consists of approximately 1,200 acres of wetland habitats, 1000 acres of grasslands, 1500 acres of oak/savanna habitats and 1,900 acres of wooded habitat. Includes cattail and shrub marshes, lowland hardwood, grassland fields, cropland, river islands and native prairie habitats suitable for deer, pheasant, squirrel, rabbit, turkey, grouse, ducks, geese, fur-bearing animals, sandhill cranes, herons and songbirds.

Spring Lake, Pardeeville 27 acre lake - maximum depth of 32 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing.

Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike.

Springville Wildlife Area Cty. Hwys. P and SS between Pardeeville and Cambria, 2,841 acres with warm water stream frontage, extensive ditched wetlands, cattail/shrub marsh, grassland fields, pheasant, rabbits, ducks, geese, fur-bearing animals, sandhill cranes, herons and songbirds.

Swan Lake Wildlife Area 2,466 acre property - one mile east of Portage off of Highway P in Columbia County. The property consists of approximately 2,000 acres of wetlands, 100 acres of grassland and 366 acres of

wooded habitat. The Fox River flows through the Swan Lake Wildlife Area in a northwesterly direction from Swan Lake on the east. Extensive cattail marshes, lowland aspen woodland, shrub wetlands, grassland, and a 1.5 mile dike for water level control, suitable for deer, pheasant, rabbits, ducks, fur-bearing animals, sandhill cranes, herons, shorebirds and songbirds.

FISHERIES IN COLUMBIA COUNTY Hinkson Creek Fishery Near Cty. Hwy. J northwest of Poynette, 160 acres of shrub and wetland along the Hinkson Creek trout stream with brown and brook trout, deer, squirrel, grouse, furbearing animals, sandhill cranes and songbirds.

Rocky Run Creek Fishery Located southwest of Wyocena between State Hwy. 22 and U.S. 51, 750 acres of cold water stream frontage, shrub wetlands, upland hardwood forest, grassland fields and some cropland. The stream provides a fishery for brown trout.

Habitat is suitable for deer, grouse, turkey, squirrel, rabbit, sandhill cranes, fur-bearing animals, songbirds and limited waterfowl use.

Rowan Creek Fishery From Cty. Hwys. J and CS west of Poynette, along Rowan Creek, 650 acres of cold water stream frontage, shrub wetland and lowland hardwood habitat suitable for deer, grouse, squirrel, rabbit, sandhill cranes, fur-bearing animals, songbirds and limited waterfowl use.

Wisconsin River Wisconsin Dells to Portage Running approximately 19 miles from Wisconsin Dells to Portage, the Wisconsin River is a great place to float, boat, canoe, sail or swim. Accessible from numerous public and private boat landings and launching ramps along the way, during low water periods, the river has many sand bars to lounge on and shallows to wade in. Under these conditions,

canoes and small boats that can be dragged over sandbars are recommended. Fishing enthusiasts will find sturgeon, bass, panfish, northern, walleye, muskie and more in these waters.

SANCTUARY SITES IN COLUMBIA COUNTY Goose Pond Sanctuary in Columbia County In the Town of Leeds, there are several prairies (Sue Ames, Hopkins Road, and Ankenbrandt) that are part of the larger Goose Pond Sanctuary. Erstad Prairie, next to Schoeneberg’s Marsh, is also in the town. All are open to the public.

Hopkins Road Prairie A 40-acre tallgrass prairie restoration with 1.5 miles of mowed hiking trails. Off-road parking area is on Hopkins Rd. east of Goose Pond.

Sue Ames Prairie Hike west from Hopkins Road Prairie parking area down the quarter-mile access lane to the trailhead. Two miles of mowed trail inside and around the edge extend through tall grass prairie on rolling terrain that provides good views to the west.

Ankenbrandt Prairie Visitors can walk north on the mowed old farm lane from Kampen Road to Highways 51 and 60. This large, productive restoration features over 50 plant species on 80 acres. Park in mowed area at southwest corner of the prairie just west of Hopkins Road.

Erstad Prairie A 60-acre sanctuary, with 18 acres of wetlands and 42 acres of uplands, has a hiking trail to an overview of a small wetland frequented by migrating waterfowl and marsh birds. Hike north to see the expansive 700 acres of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Waterfowl Production Area at Schoeneberg’s Marsh, a premier prairie wetland with nesting Yellow-headed Blackbirds and Black Terns. The entire parcel is open during the fall for hunting.

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Local Lucky’s on The Lake and Lucky’s Bridge Motelplay and stay!

Dine Out

Hotel now open year round 608-592-5599 for reservation Bar and Grille opens Monday -Friday at 11am and Saturday and Sunday at 8am for our breakfast buffet Live music all summer on our Patio checkout our website and Facebook page for schedule Outdoor dining Sundays: Breakfast 9-12:30 pm Lunch 12:30-4 pm Dinner 4-close

Friday Fish Fry, Saturday Prime Rib, lunch and dinner specials all week Great Place to watch the Games

Authentic Mexican Cuisine

Private Party space available W11579 County Road V, Lodi 53555, 608-592-LUCK(5825), www.luckysbarandgrille.com/lake

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Bar opens at 3 pm. Dinners served at 4 p.m.

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Local

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Feil’s Supper Club Bar opens 4:00 p.m.

• Lunch Mon – Fri 11:00 - 1:30 • Wed - Thurs 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.

• Fri - Sat 4:30 - 9:30 p.m.

• Sunday brunch 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Bar opens 10:00 a.m.

• Sunday dinner 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.

• Friday Fish Fry • Thursday & Saturday featuring Prime Rib

• Fresh salads • sandwiches • Fish Fry • Broasted chicken • Pizza (thick & thin crust) • Pasta

SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER DAILY Open Mondays 11am - to close • Tuesday through Sunday 8am - Close Come enjoy a Beautiful Setting in downtown Lodi at

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Camping Make Memories to Last a Lifetime!

Come and Camp in

Glacier Valley!

RV and Tent Camping!

Swimming Hiking

Family Campground

on Hwy 33 between Waupun and Portage

Day Passes available!

Glacier Valley Campground N8129 Larson Road Cambria, WI 53923 www.glaciervalleycampground.com

920-348-5488

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

Site Rentals • 1 Cabin Rental

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

WiFi Available • Credit Cards Accepted

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

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Call for Reservations

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Open Year Round Family Fun

W9935 McGowan Rd Lodi, WI 53555

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Golf

Stay

Hit The Green

With Us

Columbus Country Club

Over 75 years old.

Mature trees with small greens.

IENDLY GOLF FAMILY-FR 9 Hole Par 30 Golf Course Area’s Largest Practice Range

S3308 Fox Hill Rd. Baraboo 608-356-5524

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• 9 Hole Golf Course • 37 Par • Driving Range • Friday Night Fish Fry • Bar & Lounge Area

Columbus

(920) 623-8800

301 Ingalsbe, Columbus (Next to Fireman’s Park)

920.623.5880

219 Industrial Dr. Columbus, WI 53925

Kestrel Ridge Golf Course and Banquet Facility • Challenging 18 Hole Course • Driving Range • Open to the Public • Bar/Lounge

920-623-GOLF

900 Avalon Rd.,Columbus www.kestrelridgegolf.com

Super 8 Motel - Portage

608-742-8330

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

• 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

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Welcome To Downtown Portage Need a Special Present?

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Mon Mon -- Fri, Fri, 10AM 10AM -- 55 PM PM •• Sat Sat 10 10 AM AM -- 43 PM PM

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117 w. cook street historic downtown portage

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Mon.- Fri. 10am – 5pm Sat. 9am – 3pm

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Welcome To Downtown Portage Farmers Markets Every Thursday May - October Noon - 5pm Commerce Plaza

Portage Flea Market Saturday, June 11, July 16, August 13 and September 10 9am-3pm Veteran’s Memorial Field Hunting & Fishing Headquarters!

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Tailoring andTuxes

210 W. Wisconsin • 742-3257

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

Home to the Zona Gale Young People’s Theatre, the Gale Singers, a Performing Arts Concert Series, Portage Area Community Theatre productions, the Drury Gallery and more!

portagecenterforthearts.com

301 E. Cook St. Portage, WI 608-742-5655

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Welcome To Downtown Portage

Portage Downtown Walking Tours First Saturday of the month.

June - August Leaving Chamber of Commerce office at 10am www.portagewi.com

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Welcome To Historic 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.

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

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 beautiful

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

Historic indian Agency y House o se at Ft. Winnebago

Visit the 1832 Indian Agency, once the western-most outpost of the American frontier.

Experience its story: Newlyweds, John Kinzie and his wife, Juliette Kinzie, moved to the frontier so that John, employed by the U.S. government as sub-agent to the Ho-Chunk (Winnebago), would live among the Native Americans at the crucial portage between the Fox and Wisconsin rivers. This historic site is also next to the Ice Age Trail and the historic Portage Canal.

1.2 mile Nature Trail

(608)742-6362, agencyhouse.org

Located 1/2 mile East of Portage on Highway 33.

Open daily May 15 – Oct. 15. 10am-4pm Guided Tours Available.

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Welcome To Portage Towing & Recovery Services: Heavy Duty Towing & Recovery Light Duty Towing & Recovery Road Side Assistance Available Out of State Towing Ice/Water Recovery Winchouts Accidents Door Unlocks Jumpstarts Fuel/Gas Delivery Best Selection of Fine Wines in the Area.

Tire Changes

Great Selection of Craft Beers.

Everything you need for your next party or get-together.

Load Transfers

“Serving the area for over 36 years”

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

upcycle to a

New Look

Put together a brand-new look the eco-friendly way with our fabulous selection of gently used fashions!

• Jeans • Shirts • Blouses • Bags • Shoes & Much Much 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

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Secured Lot RV Tows & Repairs Shop Repairs

Blystones Towing & Repair 24 Hour Towing

1201 W. State Hwy 33, Portage

608-742-4228

www.blystonetowing.com blystonetowing@frontier.com

Welcome To Portage

Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials Friday Night Fish Fry • Full Service Bar Check out our Salad Bar • Sunday Breakfast Buffet 2503 W. Wisconsin St. • Portage, WI • 608-742-8208

Authentic Mexican Cuisine

2653 New Pinery Rd, Portage 608-745-6776

Kids Ski Free! at Cascade Mountain

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Welcome To Portage ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

WELCOME TO

Concerts at the Portage Sponsored by the Columbia County Visitor’s Bureau

Every Wednesday 6:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall

COLUMBIA COUNTY WISCONSIN

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:

located behind Walgreen’s

Nancy R. Elsing

Carmen Griffith

Executive Director

Assistant Director

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June 1 through August 31 Dine-in, Carry-out and Delivery!

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Buffet Served M-Th 11-2 & 4:30-8; F-Sun 11-8

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Columbia County’s

Rustic Roads!

Rustic Road 104

Columbia County

Location: Marquette and Columbia Counties. 14th R O and County CM.

Rustic Road 104 Length:

Rustic Road 104

2.8 miles

Surface: Paved

Location: Marquette and Columbia Counties. 14th Road and Barry Avenu This road passes over hills and valleys closely border O and County CM. large cottonwood trees. Picturesque, century-old farm French Creek Wildlife Area and John Muir State N Length: 2.8 miles TheSurface: Paved remnant prairie patches and abundant wildlife along This road passes over hills and valleys closely bordered by mixed hardwo This road passes over hills and valleys closely bordered large cottonwood trees. Picturesque, century-old farms can be seen from by mixed hardwood forests and large cottonwood trees.

The French Creek Wildlife Area and John Muir State Natural Area are nea prairie patches and abundant wildlife along R-104.

Picturesque, century-old farms can be seenremnant from several

locations. The French Creek Wildlife Area and John Muir State Natural Area are nearby. There are remnant prairie patches and abundant wildlife along R-104.

Location: Marquette and Columbia Counties. 14th Road and Barry Avenue between County O and County CM. Length: 2.8 miles Surface: Paved Rustic Road 110

Columbia County

Location: Columbia County. Portions of O’Connor, V WIS 60 and WIS 113.

Rustic Road 110 Rustic Road 110 Length:

5.9 miles

Surface: Paved

Location: ColumbiaR110 County.

Portions of O’Connor, Van Ness and Chrisla meanders through prime agricultural land inter WIS 60 and WIS 113. marshland and rolling hills covered in trees. Wildlife a Outstanding fall foliage make R110 a very good tour Length: 5.9 miles Surface: Paved

R110 meanders through prime agricultural land interspersed with ponds and R110 meanders through prime agricultural land interspersed with ponds small lakes, marshland and rolling hills marshland covered in trees. abounds through and rolling Wildlife hills covered in trees.

Wildlife abounds through the the route. Outstanding fall foliage make R110 a verymake goodR110 toura very route.

Outstanding fall foliage good tour route.

Location: Columbia County. Portions of O’Connor, Van Ness and Chrislaw roads between WIS 60 and WIS 113.

Length: 5.9 miles Surface: Paved

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Columbia County’s

Rustic Roads!

Columbia County

Rustic Road 49

Levee Road travels through the Aldo Leopold Reserve along the Wisconsin River. Motorists, bikers and hikers can see prairie grasses, wildlife, trees and march along the river’s south shore.

Location: Sauk and Columbia counties. Levee Road, beginning at County T in Sauk County east to WIS 33 in Columbia County.

Length: 9.8 miles Surface: Paved

Columbia County

Rustic Road 69

R-69 travels along the historic Portage Canal. On one side of the road, wetland habitat harbors Sandhill cranes, Great Blue Herons and many other birds. The road leads to the historic Indian Agency house. Built in 1832, the house is open to the public. The northeast end of the road connects with the Marquette Trail where you can see the remnants of the Old Fort Winnebago Locks. The locks and canal joined the Fox and Wisconsin Rivers, making travel by water possible from Green Bay to the Gulf of Mexico.

Location: Columbia County. Old Agency House Road, from East Albert Street to the north end near the Old Indian Agency House.

Length: .75 miles Surface: Paved

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Farm Products & Produce Amberson’s Acres

N4107 Hwy 146, Fall River Open mid-July for blueberries & late August for raspberries.

(920) 484-3904

Pick Your Own StrawberriesJune 2016 www.creekbedcountryfarmacy.com Open Mon-Sat, 8 am – 8 pm (608) 635-2667

Bahr’s Produce Stand Cross Family Pork W4821 State Rd 16, Rio Seasonal produce Open Daily 8 am – 7 pm, July 15 – Oct. 31

Burr Oak Gardens, LLC

W5511 County Rd B, Rio (920) 992-3643 CSA vegetable farm tyler@burroakgardens.com www.burroakgardens.com

Circle J Southdowns 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 Rd 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) 432-2100

Country Kettle Corn W6999 Theil Rd Portage (608) 429-2057 jmjulians@gmail.com www.countrykettlecorn.net Fresh popped kettle corn for events, farmers markets, shows, fundraising and for sale at stores.

We also provide deep fried treats for events - cheesecurds, etc.

Creek Bed Country Farmacy

N2760 Mountford Rd, Poynette Dry-aged Holstein, antibiotic and hormone-free, all natural beef: Whole, ½, or ¼

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

Emerald Meadows Farm

W1547 Hwy K, Columbus Organic vegetables, raspberries, and flowers May – Nov Call for availability (920) 948-8216 emeraldmeadowsfamilyfarm@ gmail.com

Englewood GrassFed Beef

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

Ezra Petershiem Chicken

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

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

Greek Acres

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

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Hidden Valley Mushroom Farm

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

Jenkins Family Farms Organic beef; organic vegetables N9220 Fenske Rd, Dalton (608) 279-2879 jenkbefrm@gmail.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.

Lapacek’s Orchard

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 www.lapacekorchard.com

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

Luna Circle Farms CSA

20 weekly deliveries of organic produce www.lunacirclefarm.net N2765 Severson Rd, Rio (608) 852-3559 email: lunacirclefarm@yahoo.com

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 email: grassfedbeef@ painefamilyfarm.com

Pease’s Produce

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

Plahnt Farm

538 N. Main Street, Fall River Seasonal produce and herbs Call for availability CSA Shares (608) 332-5020

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 pritom01@aol.com

Columbia County Annex

120 W Conant Street, Box 567 Portage, WI 53901-0567 • 608-742-9680 www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/columbia/index.html

Rainbow Hill Farm

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

Roots Chocolate LLC W13668 State Rd 127 Wisconsin Dells (608) 963-5319 rootschocolate@gmail.com ww.rootschocolates.com Root Chocolates creates farm-crafted chocolates and confections using local ingredients including fruits, herbs and honey from the roots chocolates farmstead

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

Salemville Cheese Cooperative

W4481 County Road GG, Cambria Manufactures Bleu & Gorgonzola cheese; other cheeses and butter in store (920) 394-3433

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

Schroeder Fresh Produce

retail, wholesale, and farm to school; W5234 King Rd, Rio (608) 697-3787; www.shroederfreshproduce.com

Smith Farm Market Hwy 22/33 near Pardeeville Variety of vegetables

Farmers Markets

Sweet Wisconsin Honey Farm

Portage Farmers Market:

Tangerine

Lodi Valley Farmers Market:

Call or purchase at Lodi, Portage and Poynette Farmers’ markets (608) 635-3876 bahrtrap@centurytel.net 201 DeWitt St, Portage Drop-off point for Luna Circle CSA Mon - Fri 9 am – 6 pm, Sat 9 am– 2 pm Closed Thursday and Sunday (608) 742-1043

Tomsraspberries W13702 Hwy 60 Prairie du Sac (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 www.treinenfarm.com

Two Good Farms CSA

W1547 County Road K, Columbus (920) 948-8216 Certified Organic, Farmers Market and Wholesale twogoodfarms@gmail.com

Young Earth Farm

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

• Thursdays, 12 - 6 pm (May - October) • Commerce Plaza, corner of 33 & 16 • For more information contact Scott Davis 617-9232 • Fridays, 2 - 6 pm • 902 N. Main St., next to Koltes Hardware • For more info email lodifarmmkt@merr.com

Poynette Area Farmers Market:

• Saturdays, 8 - 11 am • Pauquette Park, South Main St, near City Hall

Fall River Area Farm & Flea Market • Saturdays, 8 am – 12:30 pm • Savannah Oaks, at the corner of Hwy. 16 and Savannah Rd.

Columbus Farmers Market

• Sundays, 9 am – 1 pm (June-October) 920-623-5540 • Julie’s Java House, 419 N Ludington, next to Amtrak

Cambria Farmers Market

• Wednesdays, June-October 4 – 7 pm • Tarrant Park, East Edgewater Street (Hwy P) • Contact Barb (920) 348-5592 or JoElle (920) 348-6587 joelledeboer@hotmail.com

Wisconsin Dells Farmers Market • Sundays, 9 am – 1 pm (June-October) • W15344 Waubeek Rd, WI Dells • Contact Sarah Lloyd (920) 210-7335 or sarahlloyd53965@gmail.com

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Galleries, Antiques Antiques &and Collectibles!

Collectibles Antique Shops of Columbus

141 W. James St., 146 W. James St., 110 S. Ludington St., 116 S. Ludington St., 118 S. Ludington St.

Big Chicken

134 East Mullett St., Portage 608-745-1300

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

Cottage House Primitives 120 S. Main, Lodi 608-592-7474 Folk Art & Antiques, 18th Century Furniture, Historic Textiles, Rug Hooking www.cottagehouseprimitives.com

Drury Gallery

301 E. Cook St., Portage 608-742-5655 www.portagecenterforthearts.com

Hand Blown Glass

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

L. Condon Gallery & Studio 223 W. Cook St., Portage 608-617-1733 Open Sunday, Monday & Tuesday 10am-4pm Fine Arts, Gifts and Instruction

Lilac Furniture Gallery W1996 Barry Rd., Dalton 608-617-2662 www.lilacfurnituregallery.com

The Mercantile

117 W. Cook St., Downtown Portage 608-745-5768 www.mercantileportage.com

My Gang Antique Mall

14 W. Munroe St., Wisconsin Dells 608-253-2029

Oak St. Antique Mall 725 Oak St., Wisconsin Dells 608-254-4200

Pardeeville Antique Mall 103 Industrial Dr., Pardeeville 608-429-9393 Open daily 10am-5pm www.pvilleantiquesmall.com

Studio 3 Lysenko

133 Water St., Lodi www.studio3lysenko.com

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Sunfall on Main

139 S. Main St., Lodi 608-592-4586 Antiques, Art and Garden.

Eclectic mix of antiques, local art, garden seeds and plants, garden decor with an outside shed and courtyard.

Three Bats In The Belfry 203 Portage St., Lodi 608-592-3342 Antiques, Garden Decor and much more. Located in historic church. www.threebatsinthebelfry.com

Wisconsin Dells Antique Mall

S2279 Timothy Lane, Wisconsin Dells 608-356-7600 www.wisconsindellsantiquemall.com

Welcome to

Rio

upcoming events Rio Village Wide Garage Sale Weekend of May 21st Rio EMS Fundraiser August 6th at Willow Mills Campground Quilt Show August 13th from 9am to 3pm Located at the Rio High School Rio Street Dance Saturday, August 27th Downtown Rio Rio Fireman’s Sportsmen Banquet October 8th at the Rio Fire Station Visit with Santa December 3rd from 10am to 12pm at the Rio Community Library RIO – CAMPING

SILVER SPRINGS CAMPSITES INC.

• 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

www.willowmillcampsite.com

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 • AED

Camp 5 Nights Pay For 4!

Reservations Suggested We accept VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER

www.silverspringscamp.com email: fun4u@sscamprio.com

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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.

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.

WINTER SPORTS

Columbia County is home to a large variety of winter sporting activities. Come explore the possibilities of winter fun!

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Snowmobiling is available on miles of well marked, groomed snowmobile trails.

The quality snowmobiling trails of Columbia County are the result of the hard work and dedication of members of the area’s many snowmobile clubs. For a snowmobile report for Columbia County please call 608-227-7433

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Come check out the skiing at Cascade Mountain!

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For the hardy - don’t forget ice fishing on the many lakes in the area.

Arlington Prairie Drifters www.prairiedrifters.com

Camper County Snow Riders Rio Area

Columbus Fall River Sno-Blazers www.orgsites.com/wi/snoblazers

The Moonlighters Snowmobile Club www.moonlighterssnowmobileclub.com

New Haven Sno-Streakers Wisconsin Dells Area

Randolph Trail Busters Randolph Area

Rocky Run Riders

www.orgsites.com/wi/rockyrunriders

Sno-Hoppers Doylestown Area

Winnebago Ridge Runners www.winnebagoridgerunners.com.

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

Curling

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

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

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

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

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

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Over 3000 Hanging Baskets

N3290 Hwy 22 • 2 Miles South of Montello

(608) 297-2266 • www.omalleyfoss.com

Area

Transportation Amtrak Stations 359 N. Ludington St., Columbus (920) 623-3831 400 W. Oneida St., Portage (800) 872-7245 100 La Crosse St., Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-7706

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

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

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Scenic

Byway 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.

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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

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.

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

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April - November Hwy 113/188 Columbia/Sauk Counties • Lodi/Merrimac/Lake Wisconsin www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/water/merrimac.htm

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Welcome to

Baraboo 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.

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!

Visit the

Leopold Center and Leopold Shack & Farm

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm Saturday 10am-4pm

May 15th-Sept 15th Open daily 11AM-4PM Sept 16th-May 14th By appointment only $20 Adults • Children 5-11 $5 • 4 & under free

623 Broadway Street • Baraboo, WI 53913

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(April 16th-October 29th, 2016)

Visit our website for directions and a calendar of events! www.aldoleopold.org 608.355.0279

D how Aldo Leopold shaped conservation thinking and practices.

L about sustainability in our green visitor center and the surrounding landscape.

E your own connection to the natural world through tours, special events, workshops, and conferences.

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Wisconsin

Dells

“The Waterpark Capital of the World!®” This is like any good bedtime story -- folks want to read it over and over again. So, we bring you, the story of how the nation’s first indoor waterpark was created. This is a true story.

The Father of the Indoor Waterpark The roots of the indoor waterpark craze in the United States can be traced back to 1989 and a casual observation made

by Stan Anderson, owner of the Polynesian Resort Hotel in Wisconsin Dells. Anderson was on a scouting trip to a Texas resort looking for ideas for new water attractions, accompanied by his two business partners, Tom Lucke and David Kaminski. Each owned properties with indoor swimming pools, but felt the pool-thing was getting to be ho-hum.

Anderson commented that one of the featured attractions at the Texas resort, called “The Water Factory,” might be a good fit for his resort, particularly with young families. It was an outdoor feature, but Anderson wondered if he could put a roof over it as a way to extend the Dells tourism season which, at that time, ran Memorial Day to Labor Day. Not long after, construction began at the Polynesian for the first indoor waterpark, with The Water Factory the main attraction. As Anderson humbly notes, “It was successful beyond our dreams.” The Polynesian was packed, even in the off season. Within a few short years, the area’s largest waterpark developments took shape.

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“Where The Good Times Roll”

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

Here are the Numbers • 16 million gallons of water • America’s Largest Outdoor Waterpark •A merica’s Largest Indoor/Outdoor Combination Waterpark • Wisconsin’s Largest Indoor Waterpark • More than 200 waterslides Rides includes extreme plunge slides, tube rides, racing speed slides, bowl drops, water roller coasters, indoor surf machine, massive wave pools, and lazy rivers.

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Columbus Chamber of Commerce PO Box 362, Columbus, WI 53925 920-623-3699 www.columbuswichamber.com

Columbia County Visitor's Bureau

608-742-6161 www.TravelColumbiaCounty.net

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Come enjoyy a beautiful setting in downtown wn Lodi at a

118 S. Main St. Lodi, WI 53555 608-592-0600 SpringCreekRestaurant.com

Facebook.com/SpringCreekRestaurant

SpringCreekRestaurant@gmail.com

@SpringCreekLodi

• Fresh salads • sandwiches • Fish Fry • Broasted chicken • Pizza (thick & thin crust) • Pasta

SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER DAILY Open Mondays 11am-Close • Tuesday-Sunday 8am - Close

“Bosses of bluegill, lords of lake perch, and wizards of walleye” - MadisonFishFry.com “Spring Creek offers its impressive list of fish six days a week and does them all incredibly well.”

- Isthmus Newspaper named Spring Creek a 2015 Best New Fish Fry in Madison area ou’r while y e here be s and ure

DINE-IN SPECIAL

$4

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$5

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Available EVERY DAY for LUNCH and DINNER No substitutions or additions.

Traditional Wisconsin Fish Fry

of Perch, Bluegill, Walleye, or Cod (broiled or deep fried) available everyday

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Served with our house remoulade, lettuce, tomato, and pickle $10 Choose: French-style Roll or Wrap Wrap choices are Plain, Roasted Red Pepper or Cucumber Choose One: Deep Fried Shrimp, Deep Fried Clams, Deep Fried Oysters, Grilled Chicken, Sliced Prime Rib Veggie Wrap: Black Bean, Corn, Tomato, Onion, and Spinach

LOCATED IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN LODI, NEXT TO SUSIE THE DUCK.