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Year round recreational activities
Gift Shop Open
Beaver Dam Raceway
Summer Production August 2017
Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre www.BDACT.org
Featuring exciting dirt track racing action that includes sprint cars, midgets, late models and more. Racing is held every Saturday, May through October, beginning at 6:30 PM.
Wed. - Sun., 1-4 PM
Seippel Center For the Arts
Beaver Dam Area Arts Association www.bdaaa.org
For the latest updates on all events in Beaver Dam visit www.beaverdamchamber.com Lake Days
Cabin Fever Fest
Last Saturday & Sunday of January
Thursday through Saturday following Independence Day
Race Into Summer Festival
2nd Sunday in July
A Day in the Park Art & Craft Fair
Sunday of Memorial Day weekend
Corn Roast
Memorial Day Parade
1st Thursday of August
The Great Beaver Paddle Festival
3rd Wednesday in August through the next Sunday
Taste of Wisconsin
Saturday of the weekend before Labor Day Weekend
Memorial Day
Beaverland Mustskis
Enjoy free water ski shows by the award winning Beaverland Must-Skis ski team, performances just off Tahoe Park on Beaver Dam Lake from the Monday of Memorial Day weekend to the Sunday of Labor Day weekend. See schedule at www.mustskis.com
2nd Saturday in June
Dodge County Fair Cache & Release
3rd Saturday in June (Saturday before Father’s Day)
Swan City Classic Car Show
Beaver Dam Pepper Festival 2nd Saturday in September
Midwest Cream Cheese Competition
Father’s Day
1st Saturday in December
Holiday Parade
1st Saturday in December Experience the arts year round at the Seippel Center for the Arts or catch a live theatrical production at the Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre. History enthusiasts will enjoy the Dodge County Historical Museum in downtown Beaver Dam. Enjoy golfing, hiking, biking, and other outdoor sports throughout the spring, summer and autumn. There is water skiing, boating and fishing on Beaver Dam Lake, Wisconsin’s 16th largest lake with 6,542 acres.
The Great Beaver Paddle Festival
The Dodge County Fairgrounds, just east of Beaver Dam, is home to the Dodge County Fair which is held the third week of August.
2nd Saturday in June www.cityofbeaverdam.com/bdcas
4th Annual
Beaver Dam Pepper Festival Taste of Wisconsin
3rd Saturday in June (Saturday before Father’s Day) www.tasteofwinsconsin.net
Lake Days
Thursday through Saturday following Independence Day
September 9th, 2017 www.BeaverDamPepperFestival.com
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Worship Historical Societies and Museums Arts and Entertainment Calendar of Events Lodging and Camping Beaver Dam Area Columbus Area Golf Lakes Hartford Area Hustisford Area Outdoor Recreation Watertown Area Antique and Thrift Stores Juneau Area Waupun Area Homegrown Goodness Amish Country Randolph Area Fox Lake Area Horicon Area Visit Horicon Marsh Mayville Area Horicon Marsh Area
Official 2017 Dodge County Visitors Guide
Published by: Capital Newspapers, Beaver Dam, WI
General Manager: Jonathan Denk Graphic Design: Melissa Boehler Photos, Content, Maps:
Thank you to all the people and organizations that contributed content and resources for the development of this publication. This publication has been created and produced for Discover Dodge. Every effort has been made to provide the most current and accurate information available. Capital Newspapers, and the organizations represented, assume no responsibility for misinformation. Please contact Discover Dodge at 920-386-3701, with any additions or corrections. To advertise in the 2018 Dodge County Visitors Guide please call (920) 356-6776. Discover Dodge Tourism Information Center N7156 E. Plaza, Beaver Dam, WI 53916 920-386-3266 www.discoverdodgecounty.com
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Welcome to Dodge County Dodge County, 907 square miles of fun and excitement for every season! Tour the world renowned Horicon Marsh. You can also take a stroll or bicycle down the Wild Goose State Trail or boat on one of the many lakes in this area. We are also known for our wonderful county parks where you can relax, picnic, hike, canoe, camp and enjoy other activities. You will feel recharged after your time with nature. Activities abound all year! Check out our wonderful restaurants, lodging options, museums, and unique local shops. In all of your stops you will enjoy a family friendly atmosphere. You will truly love the variety of activities that await you on your visit to Dodge County! On behalf of Discover Dodge, we look forward to welcoming you to our home.
Russell Kottke Dodge County Board Chair
History of Dodge County More than 10,000 years ago, small bands of people entered what is now Dodge County on the edge of the receding glacier. As hunters and gatherers, early native Americans followed and hunted herds of large animals and gathered food stuffs. The river systems from the south were used by early inhabitants to reach the wildlife and other resources the county provided in abundance. Numerous sites within the county show evidence of the early inhabitants including stone tools, campsites and settlements, burial and effigy mounds, garden plots and paintings and carvings on rock outcrops and stones. The first white settlers were drawn for reasons of bountiful agricultural lands, with wheat, corn, oats, potatoes and apples being the primary crops. Wheat growing was later replaced with dairy farming. Before mass settlement and agricultural pursuits, Dodge County was covered mainly with forests, wetlands, prairie and oak savannas. Dodge County was created in 1836 and named in honor of Henry Dodge, then territorial governor of Wisconsin. The Town of Victory was chosen as the County Seat. The Town of Victory was later renamed City of Juneau after Paul Juneau, the son of Solomon Juneau, founder of Milwaukee. In 1845, iron ore was discovered in Mayville and an iron ore works operated there for several decades until competition from mines in the Lake Superior region closed them. Sawmills and gristmills were widely distributed over Dodge County in the 1870's. In 1875, John Jossie, came from Switzerland, developed the variety of cheese known as “Brick”, and opened the first factory in the United States to produce brick cheese. The factory operated in Watertown until 1943. Dodge is a leading county in the production of cheese, barley, alfalfa, hay and peas for canning. Industries include the manufacture of wood products, shoes, metal products, lawn care equipment, magazines, stainless steel equipment and ice fishing equipment.
Churches Come worship in Dodge County. You will be a welcome guest at any of the religious communities listed on this page. Discover more about them and participate with them in nurturing your life and building up our community.
Union-Congregational Church 125 Beaver Dam St, Waupun Church Office: 324-2801
www.uccwaupun.net Media Service 8:30 a.m.
Greetings! It is my pleasure to welcome you to Dodge County. Enjoy the charm of our small towns, the adventure of our woods and waters, and beautiful landscapes just waiting to be explored. We promise that fun with your friends and family is waiting for you. Whether it’s paddling in summer, biking in the fall or snowmobiling when the snow flies; the area’s parks, trails, and lakes offer endless opportunity for outdoor fun. Take time to discover the natural treasure of Horicon Marsh, the world’s largest freshwater cattail marsh. Wherever your travels take you, expect to find friendly people ready to lead you to comfortable accommodations, culinary gems, outdoor recreation, and festivals that are true Wisconsin originals. Use this guide as your first step in planning a getaway in Dodge County. More resources and travel information are also available at www.TravelWisconsin.com or download our Travel Wisconsin smart phone app to find the fun faster on the go. On behalf of Wisconsin’s tourism industry, we look forward to your enjoyment of our great state and exploring all we offer.
422. W. Franklin Street, Waupun Phone: 920-324-2321; Email: frchurch@powerweb.net Website: www.firstreformedwaupun.com Facebook: First Reformed Church, Waupun
Sunday Worship: 9:00 am Radio Broadcast 10:00 am Sunday – AM 1170 WFDL Children/Youth Programs – Wednesdays (Sept. – April) Awana (Grades K-5) – 6:00 pm Jr. High Youth Group – 6:00 pm Sr. High Youth Group – 7:30 pm “Seeking God – Nurturing One Another – Reaching Others for Christ”
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Stephanie Klett Secretary Wisconsin Department of Tourism www.DiscoverDodgeCounty.com
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worship
Traditional Service & Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Historical Societies & Museums Ashippun History Committee
museums
PO Box 206 Ashippun, WI 53003 920-474-4708 Email: info@ashippun.com www.ashippun.com
Columbus Area Historical Society
www.columbusareahistorical society.vpweb.com
Email: columbusareahistory@gmail.com
Christopher Columbus Museum 239 Whitney St. Columbus, WI 53916 920-623-1992 Open Daily 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. www.columbusantiquemall.com
Dodge Centre Historical Society
N7031 St. Rd. 26 Juneau, WI 53039 920-386-4915 Email: bernice_kuntz@att.net
Museum
187 East Oak Grove St., Juneau, WI 53039 May-October, 1st and 3rd Sundays, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Fox Lake Historical Society PO Box 493 Fox Lake, WI 53933 920-296-0254
Email: frankdesigns@powerweb.net
Horicon Historical Society
PO Box 65 Horicon, WI 53032 920-485-4028 Email: hsociety@ticon.net
Hustisford Historical Society
PO Box 44 Hustisford, WI 53034 920-349-3565 Email: grulke@charter.net
Kekoskee/Williamstown Historical Society W3166 County Road Y Lomira, WI 53048 920-382-5788 (Greg Tennies) Email: info@kwhsi.org www.kwhsi.org
Lebanon Historical Society
PO Box 23 Lebanon, WI 53047 262-542-7872 Email: eraether@wi.rr.com
Museum
W4672 Ivy St., Lebanon, WI 53047 May-October, 1st Sunday, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Lomira Historical Society
PO Box 1108 Lomira, WI 53048 920-948-0188 Email: kietzerj@yahoo.com
Silver Leaf School House Work In Progress
Lost Lake-Randolph Historical Society
N7148 State Road 73 Randolph, WI 53956 920-326-3573 Email: delbiel@powerweb.net
Lost Lake-Randolph Historical Society Museum
W11827 Concord Rd., Randolph June-September, 1st and 3rd Sundays, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Mayville Historical Society
PO Box 82 Mayville, WI 53050 920-387-5787 info@mayvillehistoricalsociety.org www.mayvillehistoricalsociety.org
Neosho/Rubicon Historical Society
2nd and 4th Sundays May 22nd-October 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. or by appointment. 115 S. Schuyler St., Neosho, WI Look for us on Facebook: Neosho Rubicon Historical Society 262-443-3583 Free Admission. Donations accepted.
Honey Acres, Inc.
N1557 HWY 67, Ashippun, WI 53003 1-800-558-7745 • 920-474-4411 Open all year Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. May 15 - October 30 Saturday and Sunday 12:00 noon-4:00 p.m. Closed holidays
Solomon Juneau and John Schiefer Historic Homes and Reklau Log Building Hwy. 175, Milwaukee St., Main St., Theresa, WI 53091 Memorial Day June-September, Last Sunday, 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Theresa Historical Society
PO Box 74 Theresa, WI 53091 920-488-2783 Email: gbeck@powerweb.net
Watertown Historical Society 919 Charles St. Watertown, WI 53094 920-261-2796
Waupun Historical Society
314 Beaver Dam St. Waupun, WI 53963 920-324-3878 Email: waupunhistorical@ powercom.net
Explorium - Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center
N7725 Hwy 28, Horicon, WI 920-387-7890 • www.horiconmarsh.org Hours: Weekdays 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Weekends 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays
Dodge County Historical Society
105 Park Ave., Beaver Dam, WI 53916 920-887-1266 Email: ksampson2@wi.rr.com www.dodgecountyhistory.com Tuesday-Saturday 1:00-4:00 p.m.
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Fox Lake Depot Museum
211 Cordelia St., Fox Lake, WI 53933 May-Sept., 1st and 3rd Sundays 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Satterlee Clark House Museum 322 Winter St., Horicon, WI 53032 May-October, 4th Sunday 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Arts & Entertainment
Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre
Schauer Arts and Activities Center
The Seippel Homestead and Center for the Arts, managed by the Beaver Dam Area Arts Association, features six exhibits each year, including a wildlife and landscape exhibit, an area high school art exhibit, a Holiday Gift Gallery, and several other major exhibits of national, state and area artists’ works. The BDAAA offers a year-round gift shop, classes, clubs, and special programs and events.
The BDACT building provides an ideal intimate theater with excellent acoustics and two floors of work, storage, and performance space. In recent years, to accommodate our increasingly larger audiences, we present our summer musicals at the state-of-the art Beaver Dam High School auditorium.
The Schauer Center is the Kettle Moraine’s regional center for the arts—staging professional touring performances through its Performing Arts Series as well as performances by schools and its resident groups. The Schauer Center also offers classes in the visual and performing arts for all ages.
Hollenstein Wagon & Carriage Museum
Old Village Hall Museum
1605 N. Spring St. Beaver Dam 920-885-3635 • www.bdaaa.org
Wisconsin Automotive Museum
147 N. Rural St., Hartford, WI 262-673-7999 • wisconsinautomuseum.com May 1 - September 30 Mon.-Sat. 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sun. Noon-5:00 p.m. October 1 - April 30 Wed.-Sat. 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sun. Noon-5:00 p.m.
John Hustis House/Museum Memorial Park, Hustisford Tours given by appointment. www.hustisford.com
219 N. Spring St. Beaver Dam 920-885-6891 www.bdact.org
Bridge & German Streets, Mayville May-Oct., 2nd and 4th Sundays 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Mayville Limestone School Museum 215 N. Main St., Mayville, WI 53050 920-387-2593 Email: info@mlsm.org • www.mlsm.org May-October, 1st and 3rd Sundays 1:30-4:30 p.m.
arts & entertainment
Seippel Homestead and Center for the Arts
147 N. Rural St. Hartford 262-670-0560 www.schauercenter.org
115 S. Schuyler St., Neosho April-October, 2nd and 4th Sundays 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Waupun Heritage Museum
22 S. Madison St., Waupun, WI 53963 Mar.-Nov., 1st and 3rd Sundays 1:30-4:00 p.m.
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Calendar of Events MARCH march 3-4
Vintage Shop Hop
A self-guided day of vintage shopping. Over 300 vintage shops and antique store owners in N. Illinois and S. Wisconsin will be participating. Local shops that will be participating are; On Lake Time and Grannie Annie’s in Fox Lake, and Fresh Heir and Twisted Sister in Beaver Dam.
april 22 Mayville
Mayville Lions Polka Dance
Barefoot Becky & The Ivanhoe Dutchmen – Earth Day, Mayville Park Pavilion, 475 Park Street 920-960-5318
april 23 Waupun
Earth Day at Marsh Haven
Marsh Haven Nature Center, W10145 Highway 49, 920-324-5818 marshhaven.com
MARCH 4 Horicon Marsh
april 23 Watertown
8:30am - 1pm. Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center N7725 State Road 28, 920-387-7893 horiconmarsh.org
920-261-6320 watertownsharetheroad.com
MARCH 4 Mayville
9am - 3pm at Columbus Fireman’s Park Craft fair, book fair, music, kid’s activities, free trees and more.
Nestbox Seminar
Mayville Lions Polka Dance
Mark Jirikovec – Mayville Lions Club Mayville Park Pavilion, 475 Park Street, 920-960-5318
Share the Road Duathlon or 5k Run/Walk
april 29 columbus Arbor Day Celebration
may
MAY 20 HARTFORD
Old Fashioned Block Party & Classic Car Show
Main Street closed from 10am – 4pm to enjoy classic cars from all eras! Entertainment, food, games for kids, contests and more! www.downtownhartfordwi.com
Held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday from 6:30–8:30pm at Memorial Park. www.hustisford.com
may 20 Watertown Fiesta 5k
920-261-6320 fiestacultural.org
may 20-21 Watertown Watertown Military Show
Watertown Municipal Airport, 920-261-6320 watertownmilitaryshow.com
MAY 21 FOX LAKE
Fish Tales 7th Annual Walleye Tournament
8am-6:30pm 333 Beichl Avenue. www.nancysnotions.com
MAY 20 HORICON
MAY 6 MAYVILLE
Disc Golf Tournament River Bend Park. info@horiconphoenix.com
Watertown’s Irish Jig Jog 5k
9:30am/5k start, 10:30am/kids fun run start. 920-261-6320 watertownjigjog.com
MARCH 12 FOX LAKE
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade 1pm. www.foxlakechamber.com
march 24 Watertown Watertown Players presents Monkey Business Institute
Improv Comedy Troupe from Madison. 7pm showtime. The Market, 210 S Water Street 920-261-6320 watertownplayers.org
MARCH 25 Mayville
Mayville Lions Polka Dance
Hauser Hotshots – Spring Dance Mayville Park Pavilion, 475 Park Street, 920-960-5318
APRIL april 1 Mayville
Mayville Lions Polka Dance
Ryan Herman & The Rhythm Playboys – Easter Dance, Mayville Park Pavilion, 475 Park Street 920-960-5318
april 8 Mayville
Mayville Lions Polka Dance
Musical Brass, Mayville Park Pavilion, 475 Park Street 920-960-5318
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City Wide Rummage Sale 920-387-7900
MAY 5-7 HORICON
7am–3pm. 529 West State Street, Fox Lake. 920-520-0015
Race Into Summer Festival
www.randolphwi.net
Followed by a program in Clausen Park. www.foxlakechamber.com
City Wide Garage Sales, Prince and Princess crowned on May 13, Brat Fry on the Boulevard and other activities. 920.623.3699 info@columbuswichamber.com
Summer Concert Series and Farmers Market Wednesdays at Kiwanis Park, South Hubbard St. www.horiconphoenix.com
JUNE 3 HORICON MARSH Tour De Marsh
Bicycling event around and through Horicon Marsh. 8 mile guided tour or go all the way around Horicon Marsh (approximately 40 miles). 920-387-7893 or www.horiconmarsh.org
MAY 28 BEAVER DAM
MAY 13 RANDOLPH
Redbud Days Celebration
“Monsters of the Marsh”
Brian & The Mississippi Valley Dutchmen Mayville Park Pavilion, 475 Park Street 920-960-5318
MAY 28 FOX LAKE
MAY 12-13 COLUMBUS
JUNE-AUG HORICON
june 3 Mayville
Swan Park. Noon -11pm. Free music, race cars on display, vintage modified race car display. Bounce room, face painting, children’s ID, petting zoo, junior hot rod racing. www.beaverdamchamber.com 920-887-8879
City Wide Rummage Sale
Music In The Park Concerts
6th Annual Horicon Huk
Satterlee Clark Historical House, Sat. 9am-5pm. Sun. 9am-3pm. 322 Winter St. www.facebook.com/pages/ Horicon-Historical-Society 920-485-3200
Living History Days
june
www.waupunfestivals.com
Charlie Justman Band – St. Patrick’s Day Dance, Mayville Park Pavilion, 475 Park Street, 920-960-5318
MARCH 11 Watertown
Downtown 920-261-6320 watertownchamber.com
JUNE - AUG HUSTISFORD
City Wide Rummage Sale
MAY 4-6 BEAVER DAM
Nancy’s Notions Sewing Weekend
Art Walk
MAY 20 WAUPUN
MARCH 11 Mayville
Mayville Lions Polka Dance
may 30 Watertown
Mayville Lions Polka Dance
june 3 Beaver Dam Fish ‘n Fun
Edgewater Park on Beaver Dam Lake 920-356-1200 bdlia.org
JUNE 3 THERESA
Memorial Day Parade
Annual Village Wide Rummage Sale & Brat Fry
may 29 Horicon
june 4 Beaver Dam
10 am, 735 S Hubbard Street, 920-485-3379
Waterworks Park on Beaver Dam Lake 920-356-1200 bdlia.org
Memorial Day - Pie & Ice Cream Social
MAY 29 WAUPUN Memorial Day Parade
Brat Fry at Theresa American Legion, 101 Church St. www.villageoftheresa.com
Fishing Tournament
june 8 Mayville Music in Foster Park
Horicon Marsh Bird Festival
920-387-7893 horiconmarshbirdfestival.com
9am. Downtown, Shaler Park, 400 N. Madison St. Followed by a ceremony at Shaler Memorial Park. 920-324-7900
may 13 Mayville
MAY 29 HUSTISFORD
JUNE 9 WAUPUN
Main Street 920-387-1167 mainstreetmayville.com
American Legion Post 420 with festivities downtown and at Memorial Park. www.hustisford.com
Waupun Community Center, 510 E. Spring St. www.cityofwaupun.com
may 12-15 Horicon Marsh
WI Downtown Open House
MAY 19-21 FOX LAKE Bunny Berigan Jazz Jubilee www.foxlakechamber.com
Memorial Day Parade & Celebration
MAY 29 COLUMBUS Memorial Day Parade Downtown
Free live music from 6pm-8pm Foster Park, Main St., 920-387-1167 mainstreetmayville.com
Relay for Life
june 9-11 Markesan June Dairy Days
Hein Park 920-229-8057 markesanwi.com
july
june 10 Beaver Dam
The Great Beaver Paddle Festival
Waterworks Park on Beaver Dam Lake 920-356-1200 bdlia.org
JULY 1 FOX LAKE
June 12-18 hartford
Free Concerts in the Park at Riverside Park Shelter. Parade on Blackhawk Trail starting from Town Park and fireworks at dusk over the lake. www.foxlakechamber.com
2017 US Open Championship
Erin Hills Golf Club www.erinhills.com
4th of July Celebration
july 28-30 lebanon
aug 25 beaver dam
Full weekend of activities. Lebanon Fireman’s Park. www.townoflebanon.com
Entertainment TBD - held at Tahoe Park. www.facebook.com/JambytheDam/
Fireman’s Annual Picnic
august
Jam By The Dam
AUG 26 beaver dam
Beaver Dam Cache & Release
AUG 4 BEAVER DAM
12:30-6:30pm - Watermark, 209 S. Center www.beaverdamchamber.com
AUG 26 HUSTISFORD
Sponsored by Lake Sinissippi Association at Neider Park. www.lakesinissippi.org
Tower Lanes, 1660 N. Spring St. All you can eat brats and fresh sweet corn. Live music, raffles and entertainment. 5-9pm. www.beaverdamchamber.com
JUNE 17 BEAVER DAM
JULY 3 Mayville
AUG 4-6 BURNETT
Features the engines, equipment, and tractors of yesteryear. Show also includes tractor pull, kids activities, flea market, women’s center and a variety of foods. W6505 County Road B, Burnett 386-2577 www.dcapc.org
JUNE 15-17 horicon Jersey Street Music Festival
The biggest small town music festival in the world. Held at Discher Park. www.jerseystreetmusicfestival.com
JULY 1 HUSTISFORD Lakefest
Taste of Wisconsin
Rock’n Boom
12-4pm. Taste over 100 Wisconsin brewed beers & over 60 Wisconsin cheeses. Live music. 304 S. Spring St. www.tasteofwisconsin.net
Free event including baseball, live music, food, and fireworks. City Park 920-387-1167 mainstreetmayville.com
JUNE 17-18 COLUMBUS
july 3-8 COLUMBUS
Horse & Carriage Festival
Columbus Fourth of July Celebration.
Public Corn Roast
Dodge County Antique Power Show
July 3rd kicks off the celebration with music entertainment in the beer garden. July 4th enjoy the area’s largest parade beginning at noon, entertainment in the park and the day ends with a HUGE fireworks display at 9pm. 920-382-7823. www.columbus4thofjuly.net
AUG 5 Mayville
Food, fun and entertainment. Downtown. www.randolphwi.net
JULY 4 HARTFORD
9th Annual Kuno Fest
june 23 Watertown
2pm parade, free family festival after and fireworks at dusk at Veterans Park, Hartford 262-673-7002 www.hartfordchamber.org
Fireman’s Park. Horse and Carriage competition. Horse and Carriage parade through city streets. columbuscarriagefestival.org
JUNE 17 RANDOLPH Summer Sizzler
Rock the River
Outdoor movie with popcorn, refreshments, & other entertainment. N First St Parking Lot 920-261-6320 watertownchamber.com
4th of July Fireworks & Family Festival
JULY 6-8 BEAVER DAM Beaver Dam Lake Days
Jam By The Dam
Entertainment TBD - held at Tahoe Park. www.facebook.com/JambytheDam/
Tahoe Park. Live music, fireworks, Must-ski’s water ski show, family and children’s activities, food, carnival rides. www.beaverdamlakedays.com
JUNE 23-25 THERESA
JULY 6-27 WAUPUN
Full weekend of activities and food. Parade on Sunday at 11am. Theresa Fireman’s Park. www.villageoftheresa.com
Thursdays from 6:30-8:30pm. www.waupunfestivals.com
june 24 Waupun
The Prick 5k Run
june 23 beaver dam
Fireman’s Annual Picnic and Parade
Purple Martin Festival
Marsh Haven Nature Center, W10145 Highway 49, 920-324-5818 marshhaven.com
june 24 horicon marsh Horicon Marsh Paddle
Greenhead Boat Landing 920-387-7893 horiconmarsh.org
june 24 Watertown
Concerts in the Park
JULY 8 Watertown 5k trail run through beautiful Brandt Quirk Park.920-261-6320 theprick5k.com
JULY 9 BEAVER DAM
“A Day in the Park Arts & Craft Fair” Swan Park. 10am-4pm. womensaffiliate@gmail.com
JULY 12 HARTFORD Maxwell Street Day
Tour da Goose
920-261-6320 tourdagoose.com
Downtown Hartford 8am–8pm. www.downtownhartfordwi.com
JUNE 24 BEAVER DAM
JULY 22 Markesan
Beaver Dam Raceway, N7086 Raceway Rd. www.wismotorsports.net
Showcases home gardens, landscaping and more throughout the greater Markesan area. 920-398-2641 markesanwi.com
The World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series
june 29-JULY 2 beaver dam Decorate the Dam Mural Festival
200 Artists. 15 Murals. 5 Days. Live music and events for the whole family! www.bddowntown.com
june 30-JULY 2 WAUPUN Celebrate Waupun
Music, fireworks, carnival & more! Tanner Park across from the Community Center, 510 E. Spring St. Fireworks at Juniper Hill, E. Spring St. on July 3. www.waupunfestivals.com
Gardenwalk
JULY 22 FOX LAKE
Firefighters 14th Annual Classic Car Show
Maxwell Street Day
Street market, live music, kids activities, and food. Main Street, 920-387-1167 mainstreetmayville.com
AUG 5 FOX LAKE Food, fun and live bands. 920-928-3470
AUG 26 THERESA
Lion’s Annual Tractor Pull
Theresa Fireman’s Park – Hwy 28 West. www.villageoftheresa.com
AUG 27 THERESA
Historical Society Ice Cream Social
Musical entertainment. Solomon Juneau House, S. Milwaukee St. (Hwy 175) 1-4:30pm. www.villageoftheresa.com
aug 31 WAUPUN
Carson and Barnes Circus
World’s Biggest Big-Top Show! Tanner Park
september SEPT 4 FOX LAKE
Dodge Park, 518 S. Madison St. 10am-4pm. www.waupunfestivals.com
Sponsored by FLPO beginning at 8pm.
Art & Craft Fair
AUG 6 Watertown
Octagon House Ice Cream Social
Civil War era music will be performed by the 1st Brigade Band, playing on antique instruments while dressed in civil war era uniforms and gowns. 1:30pm-4pm, 919 Charles Street 920-261-6320 watertownhistory.org
AUG 10-13 Watertown Watertown Riverfest
Featuring several national acts along with quality regional entertainment. A Taste of Watertown, Carnival, Craft Fair, Classic Car Show, Fireworks, Half Marathon, 5k, and much more. Riverside Park, Labaree Street 920-261-6320 watertownriverfest.com
AUG 11-12 WAUPUN Truck-N-Show
Parades, free live music, children’s activities. Tanner Park, Waupun Community Center 510 E. Spring St. 324-9985 www.waupuntrucknshow.com
Venetian Night
SEPT 4 RANDOLPH
Community Corn Carnival
Parade at 10am followed by carnival and activities at Randolph Park. www.randolphwi.net
SEPT 8-9 WAUPUN
Volksfest German Ethnic Festival
German food & beverages, live music, Volkswalk Sculpture Tour, Wild Goose Chase 5K & 10K and Youth Fun Run! FREE Admission! Tanner Park, 510 E. Spring St. www.waupunvolksfest.com
SEPT 8-9 Watertown Stand Tall and Remember
Live music, raffles, drinks, and an amazing BBQ! Marine Corp Aero Park 920-261-6678 standtallrememberbbq.com
SEPT 9 BEAVER DAM
4th Annual Beaver Dam Pepper Festival Park Village Shopping Center lot. 9am-4pm. www.BeaverDamPepperFestival.com
AUG 12 Watertown
SEPT 9 HUSTISFORD
The half marathon begins at 7:30am and 5k at 8:30am. Both finish back in Riverside Park where you can enjoy live music, beer, food & fun! 920-261-6320 march2november.com
Heehaw Shows by the Husty Players. 2pm. Memorial Park. www.hustisford.com
Watertown Riverfest Half and 5k
aug 19 Markesan Augustfest
Held at Fireman’s Park, rain or shine, at 7am. 920-319-2241
july 28 beaver dam
AUG 20 FOX LAKE
Entertainment TBD - held at Tahoe Park. www.facebook.com/JambytheDam/
Riverside & Lions Parks, www.hustisford.com
AUG 5 WAUPUN
A family-friendly event, including a FREE corn roast Hein Park 920-229-8057 markesanwi.com
Jam By The Dam
Hustisford Lions Club Venetian Night
Tunes on the Lake
Sponsored by FLPO from 1-5pm. www.foxlakechamber.com
Founder John’s Day
SEPT 9 Watertown
Watertown Historical Society Antique Show
Held at the Octagon House - 9am-4pm. 919 Charles Street 920-261-6320 watertownhistory.org
SEPT 9 columbus Columbus Fall Festival
For details go to www.cityofcolumbuswi.com.
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For the most up to date calendar of events please visit www.DiscoverDodgeCounty.com. Additional dates can be found throughout this publication.
SEPT 14 Watertown
Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Wine Walk Stoll downtown as participating businesses offer a 1 oz. sample of their featured wine along with food pairings. 5:30pm-8:30pm. 920-261-6320 watertownchamber.com
SEPT 22-24 Waupun
Fall Living History Festival
Visit the encampment and learn more about Wisconsin’s history and join us for educational programs throughout the weekend. Marsh Haven Nature Center, W10145 Highway 49 920-324-5818 marshhaven.com
OCT 14 FOX LAKE
NOV 11 FOX LAKE
dec 2 beaver dam
Ride around Fox Lake on hay wagons. 920-928-3470 www.foxlakechamber.com
American Legion, Flag Memorial at 11am. www.foxlakechamber.com
1-5:30pm at the Watermark, 209 S. Center www.beaverdamchamber.com
14th Annual Boat House Hayride
Veterans Day Program
oct 14-15 Horicon Marsh
NOV 11 HARTFORD
DEC 2 HUSTISFORD
Buckskinners encampment, atl-atl throwing, fire starting, artifacts, a drum circle, expert speakers, vendors and more! Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center - N7725 State Road 28, 920-387-7893 horiconmarsh.org
3pm. www.downtownhartfordwi.com
Tree Lighting and Caroling. Hustisford Community Hall. Memorial Park. www.hustisford.com
Archeology Weekend
oct 19 beaver dam
Christmas Parade
NOV 17-19 COLUMBUS Business Open House
Downtown Columbus. www.columbuswichamber.com
Dodge County Women’s Expo
nov 17-18 Markesan
Discher Park, 800 North Cedar St. 40 year old Art and Craft Fair with over 100 vendors. 920-485-3200 horiconchamber.com/events
www.facebook.com/DodgeCountyWomensExpo
920-356-6776
Huge craft fair, silent auction, kids activities and more Markesan Elementary School - 100 E Vista Blvd 920-229-8057 markesanwi.com
oct 22 Waupun
nov 18-19 Watertown
SEPT 29-OCT 1 ASHIPPUN
Visit in costume for games, scavenger hunt, haunted woods, and prizes during this family friendly event at Marsh Haven Nature Center, W10145 Hwy. 49 920-324-5818 marshhaven.com
Special shopping weekend designed especially for women. Downtown, 920-261-6320 watertownchamber.com
SEPT 24 HORICON
Autumn Art on the Marsh
10th Indian Summer Living History Event
Ashippun Town Hall. Re-enactment camps, Native American, Highlanders, Buckskinners, 4 different war camps: War of 1812, Civil War, Revolutionary War, Spanish American War, Native American Tipi Village, food, traders and it is free. Free 28’ Voyageur Canoe Rides. www.dirtykettle.com
Join us for wine tasting, retail therapy and connect with over 60 local businesses.
Monsters on the Marsh
oct 25 beaver dam
Beaver Dam Sportsman’s Expo
4-8pm at the Beaver Dam Country Club, W8884 Sunset Dr. www.beaverdamchamber.com
SEPT 30 COLUMBUS
oct 26 Mayville
Held at Columbus Fireman’s Park pavilion. 2pm - 10pm. Live polka music, German food and beverages and kids activities. 920-623-2285 wioddfellows40@yahoo.com
Business Trick or Treat, games, and costume contest 6-7pm Main Street, 920-387-1167 mainstreetmayville.com
SEPT 30 LEBANON
Soccer Club Halloween Dance
Columbus ‘Odd’toberfest
Fallfest
Held at Harnischfeger Park. Family fun activities. Wagon rides, vendors and entertainment. W3048 Crawfish Rd, Ixonia. www.dodgeparks.com
october OCT 1 COLUMBUS
Columbus Fire Department Pancake Breakfast
Fire equipment on display. Columbus Fire Dept. Service Organization 920-623-5914
oct 6 Waupun
John Denver Tribute Concert
by Jim Curry and band Waupun’s Historic City Hall Auditorium (920) 324-5818 marshhaven.com
oct 6-8 Mayville Audubon Days
Weekend long fall festival Foster Park, Main Street 920-387-5776 audubondays.com
OCT 7 HARTFORD Autumn Fest
9am -3pm The day kicks off with the Pink Pumpkin Run at 9am along with shopping, artisans, crafters, food, and live music. www.downtownhartfordwi.com
oct 7 Watertown Run from the Cops
10K run, 5K run/walk and 1K youth run. 920-261-6320 watertownrunfromthecops.com
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Midwest Cream Cheese Competition
Downtown Business Trick or Treat
OCT 27 HUSTISFORD Hustisford Community Hall www.hustisford.com
oct 28 Watertown Pumpkin Palooza
Homespun Holidays
Women’s Only Weekend (WOW)
nov 19 Watertown Turner Hall Craft Fair
Airplane ride and pumpkins N6491 State Rd. 26 920-386-2402 wisconsinaviation.com
november nov 4 Watertown
First Brigade Band Harvest Ball
Held at Turner Hall. Polkas, Schottisches, Jigs, Reels, Waltzes and more will be played and the band will teach you the steps. 7pm, 301 S Fourth St. 920-261-6320 1stbrigadeband.org
NOV 10-11 HARTFORD Holiday Open House
www.downtownhartfordwi.com
Satterlee Clark Historical House, 322 Winter St. 920-485-0483.
dec 3 Watertown Holiday Parade of Homes
Five to six Watertown homes dressed in their holiday best will be open for viewing. 920-261-6320 watertownchamber.com
Parade of Trees
Juneau Public Library. Admission is free
DEC 9 FOX LAKE
Noon-6pm including parade at 5pm, as well as tree lighting, chili lunch, raffles/silent auction, bake sale and free kids activities. 920-928-3777 www.foxlakechamber.com
NOV 24 COLUMBUS
DEC 9 RANDOLPH
Parade at 6:30pm. Tree lighting ceremony follows on library lawn. 920-623-3699
Randolph Village Hall, 248 W. Stroud St. www.randolphwi.net
Columbus Christmas Parade
Santa’s Workshop
nov 25 Watertown
dec 9-10 Waupun
Parade begins at 5:30pm. Visit Santa in his house after the parade. Downtown 920-261-6320 watertownchamber.com
Nature craft sale, horse-drawn sleigh rides, family photos, cookie decorating and crafts Marsh Haven Nature Center, W10145 Highway 49 (920) 324-5818 marshhaven.com
9am-3pm at the Randolph High School, 110 Meadowood Dr. www.randolphwi.net
Pumpkin Drop Contest
Christmas Open House
Scenic 5k run through the city streets of Watertown. Watertown, 53094 920-261-6320 therunturkeyrun.com
1 – 2:30pm. www.downtownhartfordwi.com
oct 29 Juneau
DEC 2-3 HORICON
Christmas December to Remember
Run Turkey Run 5k
NOV 25 RANDOLPH
Downtown Fox Lake, Tons of kids’ activities. www.foxlakechamber.com
Free daylong event with crafts, activities, live music, food, parade, and fireworks Main Street 920-387-1167 mainstreetmayville.com
nov 23 watertown
OCT 28 HARTFORD
Spooktacular Fall Event and Citywide Trick or Treat
It’s a Wonderful Life on Main
DEC 3 JUNEAU
Watertown Holiday Parade of Lights
OCT 28 FOX LAKE
dec 2 Mayville
Two floors of crafts, collectables, and more from some of your favorite local crafters. 301 S Fourth Street 920-261-6320 watertownchamber.com
Main Street trick-or-treating, costume parade, crafts, sidewalk games, crafts, pumpkin lighting, and more. Downtown 920-261-6320 watertownchamber.com
Trick or Treat
Visit with Santa
Holiday Bazaar
nov 25-26 Watertown
Octagon House Annual Christmas Play
Performances from 11am-3pm, with a new performance every half-hour 919 Charles St. 920-261-6320 watertownhistory.org
NOV 28 - DEC 1 WAUPUN
Avenue of Angels Christmas Celebration Parade down Main St. at 6:30pm. Entertainment, Festival of Trees, Santa and refreshments are offered Tues.-Fri. evening at Waupun City Hall Auditorium. www.waupunfestivals.com
december DEC 2 BEAVER DAM Holiday Parade
Downtown. Parade on Center St. at 5:30pm. Holiday open house at Dodge County Historical Society. www.beaverdamchamber.com.
Christmas at Marsh Haven
DEC 15 HARTFORD Midnight Madness
6pm-midnight. Horse-drawn wagon rides, live entertainment. www.downtownhartfordwi.com
DEC 16 FOX LAKE
Buffett Brunch with Santa
Festivities begin at 11am at the Boat House. 920-928-3470
january 2018 JAN 1 HUSTISFORD Winterfest “Toilet Bowl”
Hustisford Community Hall and downtown. www.hustisford.com
jan 27-28 beaver dam Cabin Fever Fest
1-4pm at Crystal Lake Park www.beaverdamchamber.com
JAN 28 mayville Rock River Bierfest
Held at the Mayville Park Pavilion. For more infor go to www.rockriverbierfest.com.
Lodging & Camping AmericInn
royal oaks inn
Arnold Jackson House
the playful goose campground
325 Seippel Blvd., Beaver Dam 920-356-9000 www.americinn.com
N7669 Indian Hills Trails, Beaver Dam 920-356-9440 www.arnoldjacksonhouse.com
quality inn & suites
815 Park Ave., Beaver Dam 920-887-7171 www.choicehotels.com
Iron Ridge Inn
129 Main St., Iron Ridge 920-387-4090 www.ironridgeinn.com
N4898 Arrowhead Trail, Juneau 414-690-3464 www.prairiehouse.info
711 Park Ave., Beaver Dam 920-887-8888 www.super8.com
Audubon Inn
glacier valley campground
N8129 Larson Rd., Cambria 920-348-5488 www.glaciervalleycampground.com
219 Industrial Dr., Columbus 920-623-8800 www.super8.com
45 N. Main St., Mayville 920-387-5858 www.auduboninn.com
Mayville Inn
701 S. Mountain Dr., Mayville 920-387-1234 www.mayvilleinn.com
River's Bend Inn B&B
Hayes Resort
W10551 Blackhawk Trail, Fox Lake 920-928-2816 www.hayesresort.com
Westphal Mansion B&B 90 S. Main St., Hartford 920-673-7938 www.westphalmansioninn.com
257 N. German St., Mayville 920-387-2224 www.riversbendinn.com
Silver springs campsites inc.
N5048 Ludwig Rd., Rio 920-992-3537 www.silverspringscamp.com
willow mill campsite N5830 Cty. Hwy. SS, Rio 800-582-0393 www.willowmillcampsite.com
• 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
Information on camping in any of the Dodge County Parks begins on p. 26
Heritage Inn Hotel
700 E. Main St., Watertown 920-261-5700 www.heritageinnhotel.com
Holiday Inn Express
Americinn
204 Shaler Dr., Waupun 920-324-1140 www.AmericInn.com
Boarders Inn & Suites
101 Aviation Way, Watertown 920-262-1910 www.hiexpress.com
5 Gateway Dr., Waupun 920-345-2500 www.stayboarders.com
Jesse Stone B&B
Inn Town Motel
300 S. Washington St., Watertown 920-262-1918 www.bedandbreakfast.com
27 S. State St., Waupun 920-324-4211 www.theinntownmotel.com
Super 8
1730 S. Church St., Watertown 920-262-1910 www.super8.com
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611 E. Walnut St., Horicon 920-485-4855 www.honeybeeinn.com
2001 S. Main St., Horicon 920-485-4744 www.playfulgoose.com
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Honey Bee Inn
W4419 Hwy. 33, Horicon 920-485-4489
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Downtown Beaver Dam the heart of our community
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owntown Beaver Dam has been the commercial hub of Dodge County ever since a dam was constructed to harness the water power of the Beaver Dam River in 1843. The marsh behind the dam became Beaver Dam Lake. Water powered a flour mill, a woolen mill, a cotton mill and other enterprises that raised Beaver Dam from its humble start as Grubville, as it was known to its detractors. It was also essential for brewing beer and making cheese (at Phenix Cheese, today called Kraft Foods). An early enterprise included a blacksmith shop – the first spark of a thriving metal fabrication industry which still dominates Beaver Dam’s manufacturing sector. Over the past decade merchants and city government have transformed the downtown business district into a beautiful place. The Beaver Dam River, once hidden behind and beneath downtown buildings, now flows unimpeded through the heart of the city. Changes have been made including the installation of ornamental crossings and light posts, façade improvements, other streetscape improvements and more. The process continues, with new businesses complimenting old favorites, offering a wide range of products and services for shoppers young and old.
This year will be marked by the installation of about a dozen murals on the walls of downtown buildings. The Decorate the Dam Mural Festival will take place June 28 to July. All murals are steeped in history depicting the county fair, the city library, beer/breweries, banking, education, veterans/patriotism, vintage cars/racing, churches, parks and recreation, science fiction writer Raymond Gallun, the Gould Nursery, motorcycles and more. All are invited to join in the fun with entertainment, live music, art, children’s events, while watching the murals transform the city. There will be a mix of paid and free activities. Pick up a printed schedule downtown or view the schedule at www.bddowntown.com. For more information, call the Beaver Dam Area Chamber of Commerce at 920-887-8879 or email bddowntown@gmail.com.
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All are welcome to come and spend time in the downtown district. Seasonal attractions include the annual holiday parade, programs and recreation at The Watermark (community center) and boundless opportunities for shopping, eating, finding services and entertainment to suit many needs.
Sales • Repairs • Parts • Accessories
920-219-4027
For more information visit the Downtown Beaver Dam Inc. website at bddowntown.com.
Fast EddiE’s BicyclE and HoBBy Emporium
108 S. Center St., Downtown Beaver Dam
Specialty Popcorns 40+ flavors, Kettle Corn Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade, Farmstead Ice Cream, Retro Candies, Locally Grown Popcorn Seeds, Popcorn Tins, Gift Baskets, Popcorn Gifts, Fun Popcorn Bowls and more… 507 Madison St. Beaver Dam 920-885-CORN (2676)
www.chippyspopcorn.com
Celebrating 159 Years in Business! 131 Front Street • Downtown Beaver Dam • (920) 885-6422
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• Vintage One of a Kinds • Chalk Paints • Repurposed Furniture • Handmade & Unique Items
Open Wed.-Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-4, Sun. 11-3 twistedsisters@yahoo.com
112 So. Spring St. • Beaver Dam • 920.356.8984 www.DiscoverDodgeCounty.com
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eaver Dam is located on shores of Beaver Dam Lake, the 15th largest lake in Wisconsin. The community currently has 20 municipal parks, with more in the development stage. Many feature public picnic areas, playground equipment and several have boat launch access to the lake. Locals and visitors enjoy golfing, hiking, biking, swimming, water skiing, boating, fishing, waterfowl hunting and other outdoor sports throughout the spring, summer and autumn. Winter brings ice fishing, snowmobiling, iceskating, cross-country skiing and tobogganing. The Beaver Dam Raceway is adjacent to the city, and the Dodge County Fairgrounds, home to seasonal events and the Dodge County Fair, is just east of Beaver Dam. There are free summer ski shows by the award winning Beaverland Must-Skis ski team June through August. Two quality golf courses provide golf enthusiasts with hours of recreation. The Beaver Dam Country Club is located just north of the city and Old Hickory Golf Club is located just east of the city.
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Cultural attractions include live, local theatrical entertainment through the Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre (BDACT) and changing exhibits at the Seippel Center for the Arts. Beaver Dam is also home to the Dodge County Historical Society Museum.
Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
3 miles east of Beaver Dam on State Road 33
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Beaver Dam and the surrounding area are home to a number of annual events, including Cabin Fever Fest, Nancy’s Notions Sewing Exposition, the Taste of Wisconsin, Lake Days, A Day in the Park Craft Fair, the Dodge County Fair and the Holiday Parade, among others.
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Experience Fall at Featuring Over 125 Varieties of Cheese • Gifts, Candies, Sausage, Wines Including Wollersheim, Door County, von Stiehl & Imported • Packer & Badger Corner • Wisconsin Souvenirs and more
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8 day pass • Humongous cardio area • Tanning! • Group Exercise • Large weight room Classes • Indoor running/ walking track
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Beaverland Must-Skis Enjoy free water ski shows just off Tahoe Park on Beaver Dam Lake from Memorial Day to the Sunday of Labor Day weekend. See their schedule at www.mustskis.com.
Racing Beaver Dam Raceway holds races Saturday nights on the high banked 1/3 mile track from April through September. Racing on the 1/5 mile kart track is Tuesdays from May through August. Go to www.wismotorsports. net for more information. Also go to www.beavercycleclub.com for the 2017 Cycle Club race schedule and Cycle Club info.
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We have everything for the Harley and bmW motorcycle enthusiast!
920-885-4990
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MISCHLER’S HARLEY-DAVIDSON & bmW mischlershd.com • mischlersbmw.com • 920-887-8425 N8131 Kellom Rd., Beaver Dam • 151 N. & Cty. B North of Beaver Dam
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olumbus 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. Columbus 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 Columbus Antique Mall, the largest antique mall in Wisconsin, which attracts 120,000 people annually, and other quality antique and specialty shops. Don’t leave town without dining at one of the local supper clubs or restaurants. Columbus is located on five major highway corridors, Highways 151, 16, 60, 73 and 89. In other words, we’re an easy destination to get to and enjoy.
Visit these websites for more information about our fine city www.columbuswichamber.com or www.cityofcolumbuswi.com.
Downtown Columbus, Wisconsin welcomes you! Historic Architecture Coffee Shop Art Shops Antique Shops Comic Books Food and Spirits Services Dance Studio Gift Shops
Columbus Downtown Development Corporation (CDDC) Like us on Facebook: Visit Downtown Columbus
Keeping Downtown the Heart of Our Community
County Fairs Fond du Lac County Fair
Columbia County Fair
Jefferson County Fair
Green Lake County Fair
Fond du Lac | July 19-23 www.fonddulaccountyfair.com
Jefferson | July 12-16 www.jeffersoncountyfairpark.com/fair
Washington County Fair West Bend | July 25-30 www.wcfairpark.com
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Portage | July 26-30 www.columbiacofair.com
Green Lake | August 3-6
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Dodge County Fair
Beaver Dam | August 16-20 www.dodgecountyfairgrounds.com
Columbus’ Celebration Calendar
April 29 - Arbor Day Celebration 9am - 3pm, Fireman’s Park - Craft fair, book fair, music, kid’s activities, free trees and more. May 12 & 13 - Red Bud Days City Wide Garage Sales, Prince and Princess crowned on May 13, Brat Fry on the Boulevard and other activities. 920.623.3699 columbuswichamber.com May 29 - Columbus Memorial Day Parade June 17 & 18 - Horse & Carriage Festival Horse and Carriage competition at Columbus Fireman’s Park columbuscarriagefestival.org July 3 – July 8 - Columbus July 4th Celebration held at Columbus Fireman’s Park. Free admission & entertainment. July 3rd kicks off the celebration with music entertainment in the beer garden. Other celebration activities include midway rides along with music, food, refreshments, games and much more! July 4th enjoy the area’s largest parade beginning at noon, entertainment in the park and a HUGE fireworks display at 9pm For a complete list of entertainment go to; columbus4thofjuly.net or www.facebook.com/pages/Columbus-4th-of-July-Festival July 4 - Fire Cracker 5 run/walk Sponsored by the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce columbuswichamber.com September 9 - Columbus Fall Festival www.cityofcolumbuswi.com September 30 - Oddtoberfest 2pm - 10pm. This event is held at Columbus Fireman’s Park Pavilion. Live polka music, German food and beverages plus kid’s activities. www.wioddfellows40.org
October 1 - Columbus Fire Department Pancake Breakfast 7am – 1pm at the Columbus Fire Station November 17, 18 & 19 - Holiday Open House in Downtown Columbus columbuswichamber.com November 24 - Holiday Parade Parade begins at 6:30pm with floats, music and the guest of honor, Santa. Parade goes through downtown Columbus. The official tree lighting ceremony follows at the community Christmas tree on the Columbus Public Library lawn. This event is sponsored by Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce and Columbus Downtown Development Corp. and the City of Columbus. columbuswichamber.com
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On The Course
in and around dodge county
GOLF THE ROCK! NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Come experience the challenging 9 hole straits and the mature wooded back nine.
2017 U.S. Open Championship comes to Erin Hills in Hartford
June 12-18
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Beaver Dam Country Club W8884 Sunset Dr., Beaver Dam 920-885-4106 www.beaverdamcountryclub.com
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Old Hickory Golf Club W7596 St. Rd. 33, Beaver Dam 920-887-7179 www.oldhickorycc.com Columbus country club 301 Ingalsbe St., Columbus 920-623-5880 Kestrel ridge golf club 900 Avalon Rd., Columbus 920-623-GOLF (4653) Fox Lake Golf Club N10500 Indian Point Rd. Fox Lake • 920-928-2508 www.foxlakegolfclub.com erin hills Golf Club 7169 Cty. Hwy. O, Hartford 262-670-8600 www.erinhills.com horicon Hills Golf club 3000 S. Main St., Horicon 920-643-2000 www.horiconhillsgolf.com
The Golf Club at Camelot W192 St. Rd. 67, Lomira 920-269-4949 www.golfcamelot.com Mayville Golf Course 325 S. German St., Mayville 920-387-2999 www.mayvillegolfcourse.com Watertown Country Club 1340 N Water St., Watertown 920-261-5009 www.watertowncc.com Windwood Of Watertown W5710 County Trunk CW Watertown 920-262-9091
Horicon 920-643-2000 horiconhillsgolf.com
Camelot 920-269-4949 golfcamelot.com
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Rock River Country Club 700 County Park Rd., Waupun 920-324-2621 www.golfrrcc.com
FOX LAKE GOLF CLUB
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3 Great Courses, 1 amazinG membership
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On The Water lakes in dodge county Beaver Dam Lake
Lake Size: 6,542 Acres Maximum Depth: 11 Ft.
Lake Sinissippi
Lake Sinissippi is a haven for wildlife. The fisheries consist of northern pike, walleye, catfish and carp. A variety of waterfowl are either residents or visitors to the lake every year. American white pelicans, sandhill cranes, blue herons, Canada geese, eagles and others provide great opportunities for bird watching. Each season brings new activities and opportunities. The Lake Sinissippi Ski Club offers “Learn to Ski” programs every summer. The LSA 4th of July Lakefest and the Venetian Nite lighted boat parade in August highlight the summer events. Water skiing, swimming, wave runners, pontooning, kayaking, and canoeing are activities enjoyed all summer long. There are many places to explore with nine islands, backwaters and feeder creeks. Winter brings ice racing, snowmobiling and skiing to the snow covered ice. Lake Sinissippi is a wildlife haven with easy access for all boaters. Lake Size: 2,855 Acres Maximum Depth: 8 Ft.
Fox Lake
The City of Fox Lake is located on the southeast shore of the lake where a city park with a boat landing provides recreational access. A town park with a boat landing provides access on the north side of the lake. Fox Lake is heavily used for boating, water skiing, and fishing. Fox Lake drains toward Beaver Dam Lake via Mill Creek.
lakes
As the 16th largest lake in Wisconsin, Beaver Dam Lake is the home of a variety of wildlife and fun events all year round. There are five city parks and one county park, as well as six boat landings making for easy access. The lake is well suited for non-motorized vessels like kayaks, canoes and standup paddle boards (rentals available at Waterworks Park) and with 6,542 acres there is plenty of room for pontoon boats, water skiers, fishing boats and wave runners. Winter brings the snowmobilers, skiers and ice fishermen. The lake is home to a variety of fish, including northern pike, walleye, bass, catfish, bullhead and a variety of pan fish. Events in and around the lake include fish tournaments, kids Fish ‘n Fun, Lake Days celebration and The Great Beaver Paddle Festival as well as being home to the nationally recognized Beaverland Must-Ski Water Shows.
Lake Size: 2,625 Acres Maximum Depth: 22 Ft.
Lake Emily
Lake Emily is a shallow, fertile lake located in the extreme northwest corner of Dodge County. The lake provides a quality fishery primarily of perch, bluegills, largemouth bass, and northern pike and receives heavy usage year round. Much of the lakeshore is developed with cottages and homes, except for the west side which is still undeveloped. A town-owned boat landing provides good fishing and boating access on the southern end of the lake. Lake Size: 268 Acres Maximum Depth: 17 Ft.
Lost Lake
Lost Lake is located in west-central Dodge County. The lake is popular for fishing. Much of the shoreline consists of marshy areas. Boat ramps exist on the north and south sides of the lake as extensions of the town roads. Lake Size: 245 Acres Maximum Depth: 11 Ft.
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plus an outdoor Summer Farmer’s Market and indoor Fall Farmer’s Market. But it doesn’t stop there! The holidays start with the annual Christmas Parade that welcomes visits with Santa to Hartford. And don’t miss Downtown Midnight Madness for great holiday shopping! Shop in Hartford’s historic downtown with a combination of specialty shops and restaurants that offer a unique shopping and dining experience, or shop major retailers located along Sumner St.(Hwy 60) and South on Hwy 83.
Hartford
W E ’ RE A L L HEART Explore over 700 acres of year-round nature and wildlife at the Pike Lake Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest or over 800 acres of parks and green space in the city park system including a disc golf course, geocache treasures, and a public outdoor pool with a waterslide and wading pool. New in July 2016 is the Veteran’s Memorial Aquatic Center with lazy river, two person raft ride and high speed water slides. Tour Wisconsin’s largest auto museum. The Wisconsin Auto Museum that features the largest assembled group of Kissel luxury automobiles. With more than 100 cars in total, as well as the 1003 Steam Locomotive, a 250-ton operating steam locomotive, the museum is also home to a huge fully functional Lionel train layout to delight fans of all ages. Discover the Southeastern Wisconsin Short Track Hall of Fame. The Short Track Hall of Fame honors the greats of 60 years of racing and commemorates this very real slice of Wisconsin History with restored vintage race cars, Hall of
Fame plaques, history of area racing, and a large collection of photographs and memorabilia. Experience world-class performances at the Schauer Arts Center, climb to the heights of nearby Holy Hill—the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, or celebrate with charm and elegance at the Chandelier Ballroom. Hartford truly has something for everyone! For more information on our area go to www.Hartfordchamber.org or downtownhartfordwi.com.
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Hustisford c o m e v i s i t u s . Y o u ' ll b e g l a d y o u d i d !
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ome visit picturesque Hustisford, population 1,121, located on historic and beautiful Lake Sinissippi and the Rock River. We’re located midway between Milwaukee and Madison, just a short distance south of the world renowned Horicon Marsh. Enjoy our small town atmosphere and charm. Visit The Mercantile (a modern day general store with a selection of fine wines, liqueurs, and one of a kind gifts), Mike’s Hardware (an old time hardware store with memorabilia from the past), Impact By Dzine (custom apparel, banners, signs, souvenirs and print shop), Nature Made Heaven Scent
Soap (homemade soaps), Rock River Salon & Tanning (hair care & tanning salon), Robin’s Countryside Gardens (garden center and gift shop), Pawtique (handmade fleece blankets for humans & animals and also Terra essential oils & oil products), Essential Elements Boutique & Home (featuring fab fashions & gifts) and Roeseler Flooring (your one stop shop for all your flooring needs). Enjoy our hospitality and fine dining at Lake St. Inn, Days Gone By, Teddy’s, Joan’s Country Cookin’ or Sinissippi Lake Pub. Relax and enjoy the beauty and serenity of Lake Sinissippi from the deck of Sinissippi Lake Pub. Launch your
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Custom Apparel, Embroidery, Signs, Banners, Graphics, Wedding Invitations, Promotional Products, Web Design, Collegiate Wear, Personalized Gifts, Printing Independently Owned Community Bank
Craig & Alicia Hough 113 S. Lake St. Hustisford, WI 53034 Phone (920) 285-0730
Visit us on the web at: www.impactbydzine.com Email: sales@impactbydzine.com
Historic Hall available for rent “Serving the community for over 100 years”
200 S. Lake Street in Hustisford
920-349-3241
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Newly renovated upstairs w/bar & beautiful lighting
Hustisford Community Hall 316 E Tweedy St., Hustisford
Booking information contact Jessica Hopfinger 920-342-0584 • jessicahopfinger@gmail.com
Hustisford Calendar of Events boat at Neider Park and see firsthand the splendor of Lake Sinissippi. Come to the Hustisford Community Hall for Open Jam Sessions with the Nite Trax band held every Tuesday night from 6:30 to 10:30 with food served from 5:00 to 8:00. Visit the Farmers Market on Saturday mornings 7:00 a.m. to noon from late May through October. Tour the John Hustis House/Museum, open from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on the first and third Sundays, June through September. Enjoy Music in the Park from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays, June through August in Memorial Park. A kiosk with local information is located in Memorial Park at the intersection of W. Juneau St. and N. Ridge St. or check us out at www.hustisford.com for more information.
Every Tuesday Night
6:30 - 10:30pm Open Jam with Nite Trax Hustisford Community Hall
January & February - Sundays Sinissippi Ice Racing
Lake Sinissippi by Sinissippi Lake Pub
sinissippiracing@yahoo.com
January & February - Sundays
May 29
October 7
Fall Harvest Festival Memorial Day Parade & Celebration American Legion Post 420 • Downtown Hustisford Downtown Hustisford & Memorial Park • www.hustisford.com www.downtownhustisford.com
June through August
Music in the Park Concerts Every 2nd & 4th Tuesdays • 6:30 - 8:30pm Memorial Park www.hustisford.com
April 8
2nd Annual Fledgling Festival Hustisford Community Hall www.thehustyplayers.com
May through October
Hustisford Farmers Market Every Saturday from 7am - noon Corner of S. Hustis St. & W. Griffith St. www.hustisford.com
May 20
Husty Players Brat Fry 10am - 2pm Leroy Meats, Horicon
Robin’ s Countryside
June 17
robinscountrysidegardens.com
mon tues thurs fri 9-5 • sat 8-4 • sun 10-4
3 miles east of Hustisfor Hustisford • 920.349.3030
“Thriller” presented by The Husty Players • 7:30pm & 9:30pm Downtown Hustisford www.thehustyplayers.com
June Dairy Days Downtown Hustisford www.hustisford.com
December 2
July 1
Hustisford Holly Days - Visit with Santa, Tree Lighting & Caroling Hustisford Community Hall and Memorial Park www.hustisford.com
August 26
Ha Ha Holiday Show presented by The Husty Players Hustisford Community Hall
Lakefest sponsored by the Lake Sinissippi Association Neider Park www.lakesinissippi.org Hustisford Lions Club Venetian Night Riverside & Lions Parks
December 2
www.thehustyplayers.com
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January 1, 2018
September 9
Downtown Hustisford and
Winterfest (Toilet Bowl)
Founder John’s Day Hee Haw Show by the Husty Players Memorial Park www.hustisford.com
Hustisford Community Hall www.hustisford.com
Midwest Guest House Let Nature Be The Backdrop Bald eagles, great blue heron, and deer are your neighbors when you visit the Prairie House on scenic Lake Sinissippi. Hosting Vacations and Retreats with old-fashioned hospitality and gracious amenities since 2006.
Gardens
Over 5000 sq. ft to explore and love! Annuals and Perennials Garden Accents, Gifts & Sculpture Seasonal Decor Country Curtains
www.hustisford.com
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Wisconsin Auto Group Ice Trails June through September Lake Sinissippi by Neider Park Boat Landing John Hustis House/Museum www.w-a-g.org Tours given on the 1st & 3rd Sundays 1:30 - 3:30pm April 1 Memorial Park www.hustisford.com 2nd Annual Talent Showcase Hustisford Community Hall www.thehustyplayers.com
October 27
Soccer Club Halloween Dance Hustisford Community Hall
Prairie House Features • 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Prairie Style Home • Panoramic views of prairie, lake & woods • Gourmet Kitchen
The MercanTile “a Modern day General STore”
• Rec room with pool table & ping pong • Steinway Grand Piano • High speed wireless internet, cable TV, CD/DVD/Stereo • Observation deck and screened cedar porch
New, VinTaGe & Handmade Items One-of-a-Kind GIfts & JeweLRY sampLe Wine & Liqueurs while you shop
• Hiking trails traverse the 120 acre property • Kayaks & Canoes
Open Wednesday thru sunday 109 s. Lake st. • dOWntOWn hustisfOrd 920.349.3533
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Hustisford
On The River Canoeing and Kayaking
N4741 Co. Rd. E P.O. Box 404
Hustisford, WI 53034
(Showroom located 1 mile North of Hustisford)
Dodge County offers several excellent paddling opportunities. Horicon Marsh offers winding channels, open water and expansive wetlands to explore. Canoe and kayak rentals are available in the City of Horicon. Enjoy some paddle time on Beaver Dam Lake! Kayak, canoe and stand-up paddle boards are available to rent from the boat building at Waterworks Park. The gentle current you’ll find on the Rock and Crawfish rivers make them ideal for paddling. One of the most popular launches is Harnischfeger Park on the Rock River. Paddlers can travel upstream for 17 miles to Hustisford or downstream 25 miles to Watertown. Astico Park is a favorite launching point for paddling excursions on the scenic Crawfish River.
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Mike’s Hardware
Small town service. When you need help, stop at Mike’s!
Rock River Canoeing and Kayak Routes Rock River in Wisconsin
Harnischfeger Park to Hustisford
From: To: Federal area of Horicon Marsh closed to canoeing
Harnischfeger Park County Road O = 1 mile County Road MM = 6 miles State Road 60 = 16 miles Hustisford Lions Park = 17 miles
A—Horicon B—Hustisford C—Harnischfeger Park D—Watertown
106 Lake Street, Hustisford
920-349-3600
Cabin Rentals on Lake Sinissippi
Distances to Dam Locations: C—A: 27 Miles C—B: 17 Miles C—D: 25 Miles River Miles NOT Road Miles
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Visit these websites for more information about renting a cabin on Beautiful Lake Sinissippi. www.homeaway.com www.vacaguru.com www.vrbo.com www.lakehouse.com www.lakeplace.com www.cyberrentals.com/lake-sinissippi
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Dams * Dam locations south of Watertown not identified
Caution! The shallow and narrow character of the Rock River in some locations, makes it susceptible to occasional blockages from tree falls. Short portages to get around the blockages may be necessary especially during periods of low water levels. Report any blockage areas to Dodge County Parks Central Office - (920) 386-3700 x1 or staff at the Park. *A topographic map for better navigation is available on the website at www.dodgeparks.com and at Harnischfeger Park launch area.*
Harnischfeger Park to Watertown
From: To:
Harnischfeger Park Highview Road = 1 mile County Road CW = 5 miles Kanow Park (Landing) = 10 miles Hwy 16/Wayside = 11 miles Rockvale Road = 12 miles County Road F = 14 miles County Road P = 19 miles Willow St. Landing = 27 miles
Please respect the River’s neighbors. Most of the lands adjacent to the river are privately owned - to avoid trespassing , only disembark at public parks, landings or road crossings.
On The Trails Auto Tours
The glaciers that once covered Dodge County have sculpted a landscape ideal for auto touring. Several scenic overlooks around the Horicon Marsh allow you to view the wetland’s wildlife. Follow the brown signs that mark the route of the Horicon Marsh Parkway, a 50-mile auto tour that encircles the Horicon Marsh and follows state and county highways through Burnett, Kekoskee, Horicon, Mayville and Waupun. The Parkway is easily accessible from U.S. Highway 151 or State Highway 41 by following State Highway 33 to access the south end of the Fish end & Wildlife Service Parkway or Highway 49 to access the north of the Parkway.
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Dodge County opens 20 miles of ATV trails from Dec. 1 through Mar. 31. Riding is only permitted during that time when the county has officially declared the trail open. The ATV trail can be opened if there is sufficient ground freeze or snowbase to prevent damage to the trail surface. The trails are primarily located on the surfaced areas of Wild Goose State Trail and the designated ATV trail routes through Burnett and East Waupun. The ATV trail runs from the parking lot at Hwy. 60 north to Hwy. 49. Check www.co.dodge.wi.us.com for trail openings.
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Dodge County ATV Trail Wild Goose State Trail
Wild Goose State Trail Wild Goose State Trail links the City of Juneau - "Gateway to the Wild Goose Trail" and the City of Fond du Lac. This 34 mile compacted limestone trail on an abandoned railroad grade traverses oak woodlots, fertile farm fields, prairie remnants and sparkling streams as it runs through the rural country sides of Dodge and Fond du Lac Counties and skirts the western edge of the internationally known Horicon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge. Wildlife, scenery and level surface provide safe, easy and enjoyable biking and hiking for all ages. Parking and trail access available at the southern trail head at Hwy 60 and the northern trail head on Rolling Meadows Drive in Fond du Lac and numerous points between. County and private campgrounds located nearby. A separate horse trail tread runs from Hwy 60. The trail can be opened for snowmobile and ATV use in winter.
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Opportunity Runs Through It
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hether you are attracted to our unique outdoor features and activities, including the beautiful Rock River basin, the fine arts, or the historic locations, Watertown is the place for you. Opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors abound here. But, it’s much more than that. We are the perfect destination no matter what you find exciting and invigorating.
OUR RICH HERITAGE
History enthusiasts will delight in Watertown’s rich heritage and historical sites, including the Octagon House Museum and America’s First Kindergarten. The locations are open to visitors from May through October with guided tours. Don’t miss the Octagon House Ice Cream Social with 1st Brigade Band Concert held every August. Nine walking/driving tour brochures guide you through historic neighborhoods and commercial districts, highlighting historical architecture, ghost signs and murals, and local haunting legends. Brochures and commemorative postcards are available through the Chamber of Commerce. The Dodge-Jefferson Counties Genealogical Society offers assistance for beginners and experienced family history researchers.
TIME FOR SOME FUN!
A city for all seasons, Watertown offers an abundance of outdoor recreation. Kayakers will enjoy paddling the Rock River Trail. Watertown’s ample park system is sure to impress visitors with 22 parks covering over 263 acres. Wooded walking trails, 21 hole Frisbee golf course, skate park, fishing areas, lighted tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, ice skating, cross country skiing, and playgrounds are among the many amenities offered. Don’t miss the Watertown Aquatic Center, featuring water slides and other wet and wild activities for all ages.
MAJOR EVENTS AND FESTIVALS
If golf is on the agenda, Windwood of Watertown is a public golf course, which includes outstanding amenities and appeals to a variety of skill levels. If indoor activities are called for, bowl a few frames at Watertown Bowl, catch a movie at Towne Cinema, or have some fun at Skate Express Family Roller Rink. Visitors may also take a coffee class on select dates at Berres Brothers Coffee Roasters, learning how to roast, grind, and brew the perfect cup of coffee.
Each year, Watertown is host to many major events and festivals. Riverfest, a FREE four-day music festival is held annually in August. It features nationally known entertainers, a carnival, classic car show, craft show, fireworks, and the popular “Taste of Watertown” food pavilion. Watertown’s beauty lends a great backdrop for the many races the city hosts. Participate in a 5k, 10k, or half marathon, bike through the countryside in Tour da Goose, or run/bike/run in the Share the Road Duathlon. The views won’t disappoint!
ART, ANTIQUES, & SHOPPING GALORE! Our downtown boasts something for everyone, making it a memorable shopping experience whether you fancy crafts, antiques, art, jewelry (fine or artisan), music, or anything in between!
The city is home to two Farmer’s Markets. Watertown Farmer’s Market is held in Riverside Park every Tuesday from May through mid-November from 7am to 12pm, and Garden Tales Farmer’s Market is held each Thursday (August through October), in the parking lot of the Watertown Public Library on Water St. from 3:00-6:00pm.
Watertown has many fall and winter events including Pumpkin Palooza, Women’s Only Weekend, the Holiday Parade of Homes, Holiday Parade of Lights, visits with Santa and so much more! Visit our online calendar for details on even more events throughout the year.
For more information go to www.watertowntourism.com.
DINING
Watertown has a wide variety of restaurants to satisfy any taste. Try one of the “Best 101 Burgers in America” at Zwieg’s Grill. Or perhaps you favor a true Wisconsin dining experience at Elias Inn or Donny’s Girl, both excellent supper club choices! Be sure to visit Tribeca GalleryCafe & Books to browse the art and shop for books while you get a bite to eat. A trip to Watertown wouldn’t be complete without visiting Mullen’s Dairy Bar!
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Antiques, Thrift Stores and Auction Houses Beaver Dam Antique Mall
142 Front St., Beaver Dam (920) 887-1116
Bullfrogs & Butterflies
106 Front St., Beaver Dam (920) 356-1759 www.bullfrogsandbutterflies.biz
Crosswalk Antiques 124 Front St., Beaver Dam (920) 887-9586
Dusty Attic
108 Front St., Beaver Dam
Goodwill Stores
130 Frances Ln., Beaver Dam (920) 885-3109 www.goodwill.org
shopping
Here's The Thing
114 Front St., Beaver Dam (920) 296-2240
St. Vincent DePaul Society 123 & 125 Dodge Dr., Beaver Dam (920) 885-6971 svdpusa.org
Tree City Antiques 126 Front St., Beaver Dam (920) 885-5593
Twisted Sisters
112 S. Spring St., Beaver Dam (920) 356-8984
Antique Shoppes of Columbus 141 W James St., Columbus (920) 623-2669
Carousel Antiques 132 W. James St., Columbus (920) 623-5309
Columbus antique Mall
239 Whitney St., Columbus (920) 623-1992 www.columbusantiquemall.com
St. Vincent DePaul Society 110 Meister Dr., Columbus (920) 623-2004
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Granny Annie’s
303 W. State St., Fox Lake (920)210-1135
On Lake Time
211 W. State St., Fox Lake (920)520-0202
Old Crow
223 State St., Fox Lake
The curiosity shop 225 State St., Fox Lake
the yellow rose 213 State St., Fox Lake
willoughby's antiques
215 State St., Fox Lake
St. Vincent DePaul Society
31 South Main St., Hartford (262) 673-6980 • svdpusa.org
The Gathering of Hartford
326 W. Prospect St., Hartford (262) 673-3772
Bethesda Thrift Shop 620 Washington St., Horicon (920) 485-4113 bethesdalutherancommunities.org
Westside Tattoo and Treasures
301 East Lake St., Horicon (414) 659-8803
Mercantile
109 S. Lake St., Hustisford (920) 349-3533
Mayville Vintage Marketplace 102 S. Main St., Mayville
Mayville Vintage Marketplace Annex 40 S. Main Street (920) 889-1184, (920) 960-1965 mayvillevintagemarketplace.com
Sweet Ginger Vintage 26 S. Main St., Mayville (920) 579-0367 sweetgingervintage.com
american collections
Clara’s Antiques
Simply thrift
St. Vincent DePaul Society
100 E. Main St., Watertown (920) 262-2007 www.clarasantiques.com
133 Stark St., Randolph (920) 319-3660 151 Stark St Randolph simply-thrift.com
1181 N. 4th St., Watertown (920) 261-2691 • svdpusa.org
smart shop
349 Stark St., Randolph
Trader Tom's
Bethesda Thrift Store
800 S. Montgomery St., Watertown (920) 261-7030 bethesdalutherancommunities.org
101 E Main St., Watertown
Bargains Galore Thrift Store
810 W. Main St., Waupun (920) 324-8677 www.bgthriftstore@sbcglobal.net
Indoor Estate/Antique AuctionS Every Tuesday & Thursday 4:30 - 8:30pm N3486 Hwy 26 • Clyman
Join us for fast paced, fun Weekly auctions featuring antiques, collectibles, coins, jewelry, vases, tools, toys & so much more! See website for Estate Sales!
Premium Estate Services
In Home Estate Sales-Auctions-Personal Property Appraisals • (920) 696-3100 estatesales.org/company/5197 • Trent Nehls, Auctioneer #2916-52 Directions: Hwy J west off of Hwy 26, immediate right on frontage road. Look for signs. Consignments welcome! Buyers for high end pieces, jewelry, old toys, military, rarities!
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Community events in Juneau include a citywide rummage sale and a farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market that is held from May to October. The city also offers many recreational opportunities. The Wild Goose State Trail runs directly through the city, offering hiking and bicycling. Stop for refreshments at one of the local restaurants. A park, just adjacent to the Wild Goose State trail, is a fine place to rest, camp or take a shower. The park is located north of Center Street or south of Home Road (also County DF). The southern end of the thirty-four mile nature trail starts just four miles south of Juneau on Highway 60. A separate horseback-riding trail runs alongside the trail for fourteen miles from Hwy 60 north to Minnesota Junction. In the winter, snowmobilers and ATV riders can enjoy the scenic route.
For more information go to www.cityofjuneau.net or www.juneauwi.org.
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ong known as the “Wild Goose Center of Wisconsin”, you’ll find Waupun nestled on the southern branch of the Rock River. Small town charm and a strong sense of community abound and beckon you to enjoy the unexpected things Waupun has to offer. The area is known for its rich agricultural land and an array of outdoor recreational opportunities that include the northern access points of the Horicon Marsh. Whether birding or simply learning, nature lovers will delight in a stop at Marsh Haven Nature Center. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, swimming, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. A new aquatic center, state-of-the-art baseball complex, indoor virtual golf, bowling, and an 18-hole golf course are just some of the amenities that you can enjoy during your stay. Whether you are seeking recreation or other personal enrichment opportunities, Waupun has something for you. Home to the largest collection of outdoor sculptures in the United States, Waupun has earned the designation of “The City of Sculpture.” Plan to see the world-renowned “End of the Trail” sculpture by James Earle Fraser during your visit and participate in a walking or auto tour around the city to view the full gallery. Regular live events bring both music and theatre venues to Waupun’s Historic City Hall Auditorium, a building known for its old-world charm and incredible acoustics. With a growing Fine Arts Community, you’ll find classes and art displays to satisfy your creative side. A variety of shops and dining options are available to complement your visit. Celebrate Waupun, a free family festival, kicks off our annual Festivals season in July. This celebration of community draws visitors both near and far to enjoy three
days of fun and entertainment. The annual Truck ‘n Show, one of the largest truck shows in the country, salutes the trucking industry and features the Lights of Night Convoy. The season wraps up with Volksfest, a festival for all ages, featuring traditional German food and beverage, and live music and dancing.
Historic Waupun City Hall Auditorium Event Schedule Feb. 11 - Sweet Dreams & Honky Tonk - Music and lives of Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline and Johnny Cash. April 8 - John Sebastian Lead singer for “The Lovin’ Spoonful” with songs: “Do You Believe in Magic?”; “You Didn’t Have To Be So Nice”; “Nashville Cats” and many more. April 22 - Missoula Children’s
Theatre - Waupun Area children cast in two performances of “Alice in Wonderland”.
Sept. 9 - “Unspoken” One of the hottest rising Christian rock bands! With opening act David Dunn.
Comedy and Western. Back by popular demand!
Dec. 9 - Christmas Concert - Waupun’s Historic City Hall is host to this annual event.
TANNER PARK WAUPUN, WI
Outdoor Gallery of Art
Waupun WI Info & Events
Nov. 18 - “Rider’s in the Sky”
June 30 - July 2, 2017
City of Sculpture
Visit www.waupunfestivals.com for a tour map and history of each sculpture in the collection.
October 14 - Blast from the Past 60’s Dance. Two of the area’s most popular 1960’s rock & roll dance bands, the Ricochettes and Rob and the Rest will recreate an “American Bandstand” style party and dance.
For details and a full list of events, visit www.WaupunFestivals.com or connect with us on Facebook at Waupun WI Info & Events.
Waupun, Wisconsin A timeless legacy viewable only in Waupun, this collection of bronze sculptures was donated by Clarence Shaler to the City of Waupun and includes the world-renowned End of the Trail sculpture among others.
October 6 - John Denver Tribute
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FREE ADMISSION | CONCESSIONS | FIREWORKS June 30
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ROAD TRIP
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VIC FERRARI BAND
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DOCK DOGS
Premier Canine Aquatics Competition
CAR SHOW • KIDZ ZONE • FIREWORKS SHOW • TEEN ZONE CALKINS MIDWAYS • SPECIAL NIGHTLY FEATURED DINNERS
www.waupunfestivals.com | City of Waupun | 201 E Main Street | Waupun, WI 53963 | 920.324.7900 32 ❘ Dodge County Visitors Guide 2017
For more information go to www.cityofwaupun.org or www.waupunchamber.com.
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Away from Home? Have an urgent care need?
Family medicine Fond du Lac Regional Clinic 608 W. Brown Street, Waupun (920) 324-6801 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekdays
Urgent care ServiceS Emergency Department Waupun Memorial Hospital 620 W. Brown Street, Waupun (920) 324-5581 24/7
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Homegrown Goodness Berries Kirschbaum's Strawberry Acres N5802 US Highway 151 Beaver Dam (920) 887-7530
www.kirschbaums-strawberries.com
Golz Orchard W5961 St. Rd. 49, Waupun (920) 324-5308 Pieper's Fruit Farm W2423 State Road 49 Brownsville (920) 583-3056
Pieper's Fruit Farm W2423 State Road 49 Brownsville (920) 583-3056
Tom Dooley Orchard W5759 St. Rd. 49, Waupun (920) 324-3664
Zastrow's Strawberries W2364 Cty. Rd. Y, Mayville (920) 387-3696
PUMPKIN PATCHES
www.zastrowsstrawberries.com
HONEY Honey Acres N1557 St. Rd. 67, Ashippun (800) 558-7745 www.honeyacres.com
Jeanne Malterer W3507 County Road R Iron Ridge (920) 349-8853 Marshview Honey and Alpaca Farm W4343 Wild Goose Rd., Waupun (920) 517-8156 Melvin Saeger W6140 State Rd. 33, Juneau (920) 386-2063
ORCHARDS Columbus Discovery Orchard W11888 Behan Rd., Columbus Sept. - Oct. columbusdiscoveryorchard.com
Horicon Kiwanis Park S. Hubbard St., Horicon (920) 485-3200 Wednesdays, June - Oct 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Park Cheese Co. Inc. W6521 County Road F Brownsville (920) 583-3401
Fall River Savanna Oaks
Schultz’s Cheese Haus N6312 Hwy 151 South, Beaver Dam (920) 885-3734
920-484-6257 Saturdays, May - Oct 8:30 a.m. – noon
Horicon Winter Farmer’s Market American Legion Post #157 735 S. Hubbard St., Horicon
www.oldfash.com
Hoekstra’s Market & Greenhouse, LLC N10348 Cty. Hwy. A Fox Lake (920) 928-2398 Tietz Family Farm Market W4500 Cty. Rd. CW Watertown (920) 206-0940 www.tietzfamilyfarms.com
Waldvogel's Farm N7416 Cty. Rd. I, Juneau (920) 885-9590 www.waldvogelfarm.com
Kraemer Wisconsin Cheese 1173 N. Fourth St., Watertown (920) 261-6363
Widmer's Cheese Cellars 214 W. Henni St., Theresa (920) 488-2503
FARM/FLEA MARKETS
Beaver Dam Tower West Parking Lot 200 S. Center St., Beaver Dam (920) 887-8262 Saturdays, May - Sept 8:00 a.m. - noon River Market 2nd Saturday of month May-September 8:00 a.m. - noon
Hartford Indoor Farmer’s Market Link Building 33 N. Main St., Hartford Saturdays, Nov 12 - Dec 17 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Beaver Dam 1645 N. Spring St., Beaver Dam (920) 887-3106 Weds./Sat., Mid-May - Oct 8:00 a.m. - noon Restaurant
Horicon Bethesda Mall 620 Washington St., Horicon Thursdays, May – Fall 8:00 a.m. - noon
www.horiconphoenix.com
2nd Wed. of the month Nov thru March Hustisford Hustis St., Hustisford (920) 349-3188 Saturdays, May - Oct 7:00 a.m. - noon Juneau Piggly Wiggly Parking Lot Juneau (920) 386-3359 Fridays, May - Oct 8:00 a.m. – noon Watertown Riverside Park, Watertown (920) 261-6320 Tuesdays, May - Nov 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Watertown Library Parking Lot 100 S. Water St., Watertown Thursdays, August – Oct 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Waupun Tanner Park 510 E. Spring St., Waupun (920) 324-7915 Thursdays, May - Oct 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
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
WRECKER SERVICE EMERGENCY REPAIRS
June 9 - 11
Parade June 10th at 7 pm
Augustfest Corn Roast August 19
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Hartford 147 N. Rural St., Hartford Hartford Recreation Center parking lot (262) 673-7193 Saturdays, May - Nov 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
www.widmerscheese.com
June Dairy Days Festival
Craft Fair, Silent Auction & Kids Zone November 17 & 18
Fox Lake Flea Market Main St., Fox Lake (262) 353-1704 Saturdays, April - Oct 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
www.specialcheese.com
A community with rich heritage and friendly people.
Homespun Holidays
Hwy. 16 across from Village of Fall River
Specialty Cheese Company 430 N. Main St., Reeseville (920) 927-3888
www.eberlesproduce.com
www.kraemercheese.com
Columbus 409 N. Ludington St. Columbus (920) 623-5540 Sundays, June - Oct 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
www.schultzscheese.com
Eberle's Produce W5548 St. Rd. 33, Horicon (920) 485-2702
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Old Fashioned Foods Cheese Factory & Outlet 331 S. Main St. Mayville, WI 53050 920-387-7924.
Email: markesanchamber@gmail.com Website: www.MarkesanWI.com Follow us on Facebook
WAYSIDE AMOCO RESTAURANT & REPAIR Hwy 44 & 73 • Markesan, WI Repair • 920-398-3722 ~ Restaurant • 920-398-3484
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3 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.
Locate the Amish businesses below by finding their correlating number on the map. 1- Pine Lumber 2 - Bontrager Cabinets 3 - Metal Buildings 4 - CVS Buildings 5 - Kingston Custom Cabinets 6 - Happy Hollow Bakery 7 - Weaver Cabinets 8 - Katie’s Carpet Shop 9 - Schrocks Sawmill 10 - Miller Greenhaus 11 - Millers Small Engine 12 - Miller Cabinet 13 - Mast Buggy Shop 14 - Mast Bend & Dent 15 - Sloping Acres Greenhouse 16 - Mishler’s Country Store 17 - Pleasant View Bakery 18 - Jr. Miller Chair Shop 19 - Miller Harness Shop 20 - Millers Bent & Dent 21 - Yoder Candy 22 - Townline Greenhouse
23 - Sunshine Jam Shop & Greenhouse 24 - Hillside Hardware & Greenhouse 25 - Otto’s Produce & Greenhouse 26 - Hershberger Sawmill 27 - Maple Lane Furniture 28 - Hill Top Repair 29 - Shady Lane Furniture 30 - Maple Grove Cabinets 31 - Weaver Harness Shop 32 - Oven Fresh Bakery 33 - Miller Cabinet Shop 34 - Whitetail Ridge Woodworking 35 - D&L Metal Buildings 36 - Sandhill Cabinets 37 - Tiny Acres Greenhouse 38 - D&E Sharpening 39 - Salemville Cheese Factory 40 - Salemville Greenhouse 41 - Sunrise Buggy Shop
42 - Grand River Greenhouse 43 - Mullet Furniture Finishing 44 - Wayside Repair 45 - L&L Furniture Shop 46 - Chair Shop 47 - Pine Grove Greenhouse 48 - A&E Bulk Foods 49 - GreenhouseGary Swanke 50 - BP Lumber 51- Pride Originals 52 - Rugs 53 - Bakery 54 - Lilac Furniture Gallery 55 - South & Main 56 - Bull Pen 57 - Ms. Bouvi’es Vintage Market 58 - Butterfly Antiques
W 1996 Barry Road • Dalton WI 53926 lilacwoodshop@yahoo.com lilacfurnituregallery.com 608-617-2662
Quality Handcrafted Furniture and Crafts in Oak and Cherry Hours MON-WED: 9-5, FRI-SAT 8-5 • Closed THU & SUN Lead me, O LORD, in thy righteousness because of mine enemies; make thy way straight before my face. —Psalm 5:8
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For more information go to www.randolphwi.net.
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Feil’s Supper Club Weekly Specials • Wednesday & Sunday All You Can Eat Broasted Chicken • Thursday & Saturday Prime Rib • Friday Fish Fry • Sunday Brunch • Germanfest Buffet Last Sunday of each month • 12 German & craft beers on tap
Check our Website and Facebook for weekly and monthly specials
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920-326-5544 N8743 HWY 73 Randolph, WI 53956 Bar opens 4:00 p.m. Wed - Thurs Fri - Sat Sunday brunch Sunday dinner
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To learn more: www.feilssupperclub.com
920 326-4769 • www.randolphwi.net P.O. Box 66 Randolph WI, 53956
Use a QR reader on your smart phone to access our location on a Google map.
Full Service Florist ~ Willow Tree Collectibles ~ Statuary and Plaques ~ Fun Signs ~ Gifts for all occasions and so much more!!! We rent Tuxedos.
920-398-2641 We Deliver!
29 S Bridge Street, Markesan www.floristinmarkesanwi.com Hours: M-F 8-5pm; Sat. 8-noon
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Fox Lake one of wisconsin’s “best kept secrets”
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hile you may hear a fish tale or two, Fox Lake has a unique experience to offer all those who find themselves here for a day, or for a lifetime.
From the ripple of a wave to the roar of a snowmobile, the lake has many activities for all interests in all seasons. Our resorts and lakeside community continually host fishing events, ice races, and guided or rented boat tours. If one day just isn’t enough time to enjoy the repose of the lake atmosphere, rent a cabin on the water and let the crickets serenade you to sleep. While visiting our lake community, be sure to venture downtown. Freckled with personality, Fox Lake emits a warm reception to the inquisitive visitor. Try your hand at a round of golf on our pristine 18-hole course, or stop in for ice cream at our nostalgic Drive In. Peruse our vintage and specialty shops, or take a dip in our aquatic center designed for young and old alike. For the refined palette, we offer fine dining at several area restaurants. Fox Lake is a city rich in history. Knowledge of the history and archaeology of Fox Lake was enriched in 1983 when the Fox Lake Inland Lake Rehabilitation and Protection District installed a sewer system. Workers uncovered one of Wisconsin’s largest archaeological discoveries on Elmwood Island in Fox Lake.The details of the dig and artifacts were painstakingly catalogued and preserved. The Fox Lake Historical Museum, in the old train depot, displays the findings from the archaeological dig as well as other local history.
Fox Lake Redevelopment authority The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority can assist your industrial or commercial business relocation to Fox Lake. The RDA has financial incentives, land and technical resources available to assist your business with the relocation process. Our industrial park has full-service lots available that range in sizes from 1 to 20 acres. Contact the City Administrator for an application for financial assistance, land availability or additional information.
248 E. State St. • Fox Lake • 920-928-6288
www.cityoffoxlake.org cityadmin@cityoffoxlake.org
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Specializing in Residential & Waterfront
BAIT & LIQUOR LLC Large selection of fishing lures and equipment, beer, wine and liquor! • PONTOON & FISHING BOAT RENTALS • GAS YOUR BOAT FROM OUR PIER • HUNTING & FISHING LICENSES • FISHING SUPPLIES
www.foxlakefishtales.com Open 7 Days a Week • 529 W. State St. • Fox Lake, WI • 920-520-0015
For more information about our area and special events, please stop in at our Chamber office at 305 W. State Street (inside Nehls Realty), call us at 920-928-3777 or go to www.FoxLakeChamber.com.
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211 W State Street Fox Lake, WI 53933 920-520-0202 Open Wed-Thur-Fri-Sat 10-5 Winter Open Thur-Fri-Sat 10-5
Annuals • Perrennials • 1,000’s of Hanging Baskets Vegetable Plants and So Much More! FArM FreSH ProduCe
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Cottage For Rent • Boat Launch Boat Rentals • Year-Round Lake Access
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Over 30 years of serving Fox Lake and surrounding areas. Specializing in Lake Homes, Farms & Residential
Friday Night Fish Fry Steaks - Seafood Pasta
Year Round Cottage Rentals N10604 Chief Kuno Trail Fox Lake 920.928.2576 Closed Wednesdays
Todd, Gail, Tim, Ann, Taylor
N10575 Chief Kuno Tr., Fox Lake, WI 53933 www.boathousepubandeatery.com
Enjoy our historic Fox Lake & The Shores “Wall of History” Pictorial Display
305 W. State St., Fox Lake, WI 53933
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njoy great food, friendly service and good company in Horicon. Whether you’re looking for a great meal or an evening’s entertainment, you’ll find it in Horicon. Horicon offers several shops and retailers. Find gifts, hardware, farm-fresh produce and more. Horicon is a great place to enjoy the outdoors. Activities include hiking, biking, auto tours, fishing, boating, paddling, swimming, hunting and golf. Our aquatic center, museum, public library, boat tours, fitness club and bowling alley are all waiting to entertain you! We also have five beautiful parks to picnic and play in. The disc golf course at River Bend Park offers an inexpensive way to spend time outdoors with family and friends. If you’re ready for fun, Horicon is ready for you!
For more information go to www.horiconchamber.com, www.cityhoriconwi.us or www.horiconmarsh.org.
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85 Washington St., Horicon, WI 53032 920-485-2554 fax 920-485-0885 www.leroymeats.com
We ship cheese & sausage products & gift boxes! Over 100 varieties of homade sausage & over 100 cheeses from local cheese makers Our smoke meats and sausages have won numerous awards including
“Best in Wisconsin”
Complete venison and wild game processing, making the finest in venison sausage products Breakfast • Everyone’s Favorite Subs • Party Subs & Platters
Two 140 ft. Water Slides Umbrella Spray & Water Curtain in the Kids Area! Chaise Lounge Chairs & Grass Area Zero-Depth to 12.5 Feet
309 Barstow St. 920-485-6767 • fax 485-6768 40 ❘ Dodge County Visitors Guide 2017
Visit Horicon Marsh Horicon Marsh is the largest freshwater cattail marsh in the contiguous United States with over 33,000 acres of wetland.
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et outdoors and experience the wildlife and many seasons of natural beauty at Horicon Marsh. The marsh provides habitat for endangered species and is a critical rest stop for thousands of migrating ducks and Canada geese. Because of its importance to wildlife, Horicon Marsh has been formally recognized as a Wetland of International Importance by the Ramsar Convention of the United Nations, is a “Globally Important Bird Area” and is a unit of the Ice Age Scientific Reserve. It has also been designated as one the “Seven Natural Wonders of Wisconsin” and is often referred to as the “Little Everglades of the North.” Located in southeast Wisconsin, this vast wetland is only a one hour drive from Milwaukee and Madison. While the marsh in renowned for its migrant flocks of Canada geese, it is also home to more than 300 resident and migratory bird species which have been sighted
over the years. Due to its international significance, scientists from around the world have traveled here for professional training to improve conservation programs in their own countries. The Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area comprises 11,000 acres of the marsh while the northern 22,000 acres is part of the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge. The National Wildlife Refuge was established as a breeding habitat for the Redhead Duck. Besides the over 300 bird species, other wildlife that live on the marsh are muskrats, red foxes, coyotes, turtles, frogs, bats, fish, deer, beaver, raccoons, river otters, mink and much more. New to the marsh is the release of whooping cranes. These were reintroduced in 2011. The chicks were trained by a crane-costumed biologist and left to freely migrate on their own. They returned to the refuge in 2012 and also utilized other local wetlands.
Within the marsh there are hiking and bicycling trails, driving trails, two boardwalks, fishing piers, boat launches and canoe/kayak trails. Geocaching is enjoyed on the southern end of the marsh. Of course birding, photography, hiking, hunting, site seeing, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and fishing are popular activities on the marsh as well. Horicon Marsh has a unique and important story to tell. The geologic features of the area, created by our last ice age, were instrumental in providing resources for wildlife and humans alike. The human history of Horicon Marsh is rich with culture and story; however it is one of tragedy and restoration. The wildlife present today at Horicon Marsh are the result of geologic and human activities, including modern-day wildlife management. To view a movie about the history of the marsh or to see the new “Explorium”, visitors can visit Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center on
Hwy 28 between Mayville and Horicon. Public naturalist talks and hikes are given at both Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center and Horicon National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center throughout the year and are free and open to the public. These talks focus on a variety of topics related to the geology, history, wildlife and management of Horicon Marsh. It helps the visitor understand the delicate natural relationship that exists at the 33,000 acre marsh. Visitors should stop at Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center or Horicon National Wildlife Refuge Office and Visitor Center for maps and information about the marsh. Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center also has other area visitor information and maps available. There are various restrictions on certain areas of the marsh so visitors should stop for information at one of the visitor centers.
Horicon Marsh Boat Tours at Blue Heron Landing
Visit for a day or spend the weekend at Horicon Marsh! Experience the Horicon Marsh Explorium View the “Horicon Marsh Story” Movie Shop the Flyway Gift Shop Get Active by Hiking, Bicycling, Geocaching, Snowshoeing Photograph the Wildlife and Landscape Calling all Birders with a Variety of Marsh Birds and Migrations Canoe or Kayak on the Canoe Trail
Birding Adventure ○ Sightseeing Tour Canoe & Kayak Rentals ○ Sunset Cruise Gift Shop…and more!
GET yOUR GROUP TOGETHER Group tours available - contact us to make arrangements. Facility rental available for business or educational use. For more information about activities and special events go to
www.horiconmarsh.org
Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center N7725 Highway 28, Horicon
Located between Mayville and Horicon HOURS – Weekdays: 9am-5pm – Weekends: 10am-5pm
Travel Green Certified
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ayville is located on the Rock River in Dodge County, the historic “Gateway to the Horicon Marsh”. Enjoy this sportsman and naturalist’s paradise where fishing, hunting and birding, exploring and hiking are all leisure activities throughout the area, including the renowned Horicon Marsh and Indian effigy mounds. Explore the past as you visit the Mayville Limestone School Museum and the Hollenstein Wagon and Carriage Museum, rich in historic artifacts, photography and memorabilia from the ironworks of our years gone by and our surprising local industrial enterprises in the city of today. Browse Mayville's Historic Downtown or the West side. Both offer a blend of unique shops, services, restaurants and inns. Experience our community by attending our festivals and celebrations throughout the year. From celebrating our Nation’s Independence at Rock ‘N Boom to the annual fall migration of Canada Greese at Audubon Days there is always plenty of family fun! Audubon Days kicks off on Friday with the Bed Races that are held downtown and a Beer and Wine tasting. The weekend event line-up includes: The Audubon Days Run and Walk, Metric Century Bike Tour, The Audubon Arts and Crafts Gallery, a car show, gigantic parade, food court, kid’s events, live bands, entertainment and much more! Festivities are held in City Park along the river with a full bloom of fall color. It does not get better than that!
The Tag aquatic & Fitness Center in Mayville...is a “Place for Everyone”
Full Aquatic Center with Lap Lanes • Current Channel & Tube Slide Silver&Fit • State of the Art Fitness Center • Silver Sneaker Facility Elevated 1/14 mile Walking/Running Track • Gymnasium/Rental Rooms Fitness & Water Classes • Swimming Lessons • Park & Recreation Group Exercise Room • Party Rooms • Indoor Cycling Studio Short & long term memberships
10 visit punch cards Daily fees available
With the expansion NEW 24 Hour Fitness Access for Active Membership (18 and older)
Full Swing golf Simulator and Simulated Shooting Range with Clay Shooting & Big game/Waterfowl Hunting A golf simulator is a system of hardware and software components that track club and ball launch, speed, ball-flight and direction at the speed of light. It then simulates what the ball would have done in the real world in a virtual golf environment. The Shooting Range lets you experience a new fun way to compete with each other on a shooting range or an exotic hunting ground. Increase your gun ability, target swing and accuracy through this state of the art simulator
1700 Breckenridge St., Mayville, WI • 920-387-7988 • www.mayvilletagcenter.com
The Audubon Inn is a boutique full service hotel on the National Register of Historic Places, built in 1896.
We offer:
• 16 elegant guestrooms with modern amenities • Signature destination restaurant, NOLA North Grille • Spa services available in The Spa Room or your guest room • Close proximity to internationally renowned Horicon Marsh • Movies and sporting events onsite at 20-seat Le Petite Theater • Seasonal outdoor dining in our private courtyard
Coming in 2017 our in-house microbrewery
NOLA North Grille brings an authentic New Orleans inspired dining experience to Wisconsin. Open daily for dinner and brunch on Sunday. NOLA North Grille is the perfect venue for weddings, private parties and business retreats. 45 North Main St., Mayville, WI • 920-387-5858 • www.auduboninn.com
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Mayville EN J OY. ..STRO LL...EX PLORE Take a step back in time with us and imagine it is the turn of the Twentieth Century in Mayville. Stroll through Mayville’s historic streets and explore our history by following our Historic Self-Guided Walking Tour. Copies of the complete guide can be found at www.mainstreetmayville.com or at the Main Street Mayville Office of Mayville Chamber of Commerce Office (48 N. Main Street). Return to Mayville, where natural beauty, historical sites and friendly people await you throughout the year. Hours: Mon - Fri. 7:30am-8pm Sat 8am-5:30pm Sun 9am-4pm
1020 Horicon Street Mayville 387-2068
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Mayville’s Most Unique Shopping Experience! At Your Service... • • • • • • • • • •
Hunting/Fishing Licenses True Value Rental Keys Cut Copy and Fax Propane Tank Exchange UPS Shipping Glass and Plexi Glass Screen and Window Repair Custom Paint Shop Lawn & Garden Center
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D&L ResaLe & LiquiDation LLC We Buy @ Consign Merchandise At Seneca, we believe that everyone deserves year-round access to great-tasting food that’s also great for you.
www.senecafoods.com PO Box 27 500 S. Clark St., Mayville 920-387-2500 Think globally, grow locally. We’re proud to say,
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Tools Guitars Model Cars Electronics Fishing Antiques Jewelry Bow Hunting Fishing Pole Bow And Arrows Model Car 42 south Main street, Mayville, Wi
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Fresh Burgers & Chicken Homemade Soups Daily Specials Friday Night Fish Fry Mon-Thurs Lunch 11 am - 2 pm • Dinner 4:30 pm -9 pm Fri., Sat. & Sun 11 am -9 pm
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2017 Saturday Afternoon Polka Dances • 1:00 - 5:00 PM Sponsored by: The Mayville Lions Club & Friends of the Mayville Public Library
Mayville Park Pavilion
Historical landmark beautiful dance floor overlooking the Rock River - it’s a destination for your enjoyment!
NO CARRY-INS
475 Park Street Mayville, WI
Feb. 11, 2017......Carol & The Keynotes - Valentine’s Day Dance
Admission Adults $10 Students under 18 $5
Sponsored by RH Equipment, Mayville
“Handicap Accessible” Food & Beverages Available Thank you for supporting our events and sponsors, all proceeds go to the organizations to benefit their local projects. This page sponsored by
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Feb. 25, 2017......Julida Boys - Winter Dance
Supported by Myrhum-Patten-Miller-Kietzer Funeral & Cremation Service, Wood Sampler, Iron Ridge Inn Motel, Old Fashioned Cheese, Garage Door Specialist and The Pub.
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Certified Public Accountants Tax Return Preparation and Accounting Services 14 N. Main Street Mayville WI, 53050
March 4, 2017......Mark Jirikovec Mayville Lion’s Club 63rd Anniversary
Sponsored by Horicon Bank of Mayville and Town & Country Construction, Inc.
March 11, 2017......Charlie Justman Band (70th Anniversary) - St. Patrick’s Day Dance
Supported Luedtke Lumber, Chris Neu-Coldwell Banker, Batzler Trucking, American Family Insurance-Horicon, and Curt Nitschke
March 25, 2017......Hauser Hotshots - Spring Dance Supported by the Mayville Inn, Midwestern Shooters Supply, The Schmitt Group CPA-Mayville, The Hietpas Group CPA-Mayville, Kolk’s Auto Repair, LLC, and The PUB
April 1, 2017......Ryan Herman & The Rhythm Playboys - Easter Dance
Sponsored by Don Ramon Mexican Restaurant of Mayville (2016 Business of the Year)
April 8, 2017......Musical Brass
Sponsored by The Friends of Mayville Public Library and Supported by Eclipse Audio & Video LLC, Ultimate Impressions Concrete, LLC, Bernhard Plumbing, Inc. Ernie Von Schledorn Lomira Inc., and The PUB
April 22, 2017......Barefoot Becky & The Ivanhoe Dutchmen - Earth Day
Supported by Steve’s Auto Body, Lakeview Electric, Inc., Barnes Chiropractic Clinic, Tab Products, Mayville Car Wash, Mayville Savings, Wendy’s Embroidery, WXRO Barn Show, and Curt Nitschke
June 3, 2017......Brian & The Mississippi Valley Dutchmen - June Dairy Month
Supported by KM Tours and River’s Bend Inn Bed & Breakfast, Jon Jacobs Company, Schlaefer Optometrists, PTLC, Cliff’s Inc., Miller Tool & Die, and The Pub
For more information, please see the flyer, or call Donna Gudex-Kamrath at 920-960-5318. www.DiscoverDodgeCounty.com
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Get outdoors this year and experience the wildlife and many seasons of natural beauty at Horicon Marsh. The Horicon Marsh Parkway is a 50-mile auto tour route that follows state and county roadways around the marsh, passing through or near many local communities. There are also roads, hiking and biking trails throughout the property, and a canoe trail accessing the waters of the marsh.
Spring marks the return of mallard ducks, coots, herons, egrets, sandhill cranes, purple martins, warblers, and numerous others. A “chorus” of frogs is sure to be heard throughout the marsh signaling that warmer weather is here. The Horicon Marsh Bird Festival is held annually in May and offers many opportunities to view and photograph spring migrants and resident wildlife.
Summer brings nesting season and warmer weather for hiking and bi-
cycling around the marsh to view an array of bird species with their young. American white pelicans nest abundantly on the marsh during the summer and may be seen feeding in large groups – “herding” fish into shallower water for easier dining. Several fishing piers are also available at the marsh and make great places to spend relaxing summer afternoons.
Fall is well known for the mass migration of birds (and visitors!) to the marsh - Canada geese, as well as thousands of ducks of many different species – mallards, wood ducks, pintails, wigeon, redheads, bufflehead, and ruddy ducks; as well as impressive numbers of staging sandhill cranes. Opportunities also exist to view whooping cranes.
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Although closed for waterfowl hunting, the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge is open for deer and small game hunting seasons in the fall. However there is waterfowl hunting in the State Wildlife Area. Many educational programs and events are held marsh-wide throughout the season.
Winter is characterized as a frozen but peaceful time on the marsh and
is also a good season for wildlife viewing. Eagles, owls, several species of hawks, muskrats, foxes and other wildlife, or evidence of, such as tracks or feathers, may be sighted when the entire marsh is open to snowshoeing, hiking, and cross country skiing (Dec. 1- Mar 15). Snowy owls are a notable species to watch for during the winter months.
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“We offer the finest in handmade chocolates, chocolate novelties, gourmet popcorns, and many other unique hard to find candies. We also feature a casual dining menu, Cedar Crest ice cream, kids novelties, Wisconsin wines and much more” - Joel
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Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center
N7725 Hwy 28, Horicon Hours: Weekdays 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Weekends 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. With the exception of major holidays. Winter Weekend Hours 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Restrooms available to the public from 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. year round. www.horiconmarsh.org The Wildlife Education Program focuses on the abundant wildlife resources of the marsh, their ecology and management. DNR educators rely on the diverse wildlife to develop a wide range of educational programs aimed at introducing and sharing our native wildlife with a broad audience. Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center serves as both a destination and gateway for visitors to Horicon Marsh as well as providing for year-round educational opportunities. More than 500,000 people visit Horicon Marsh annually to observe wildlife in a natural setting, creating a huge demand for interpretive services. The facility has an auditorium, two classrooms, the Flyway Gift Shop, public viewing area, wildlife displays, a Children’s Discovery Area and other building amenities. Visitors may borrow binoculars, field guides, educational backpacks and snowshoes at no cost. Visit the new “Explorium”, where you will have the opportunity to travel through time. Long before Horicon Marsh achieved international status as an important bird and wildlife area and a destination for outdoor recreation, glaciers carved a basin where a wetland would one day form. Today, guests of Horicon Marsh’s “Explorium” can get a glimpse of life at Horicon Marsh thousands of years before European settlement and witness how the current wetland came to be. Videos and interactive displays greet guests at every turn, encouraging audiences of any age to learn more about the history and ecology of Horicon Marsh. A wooly mammoth replica that children are free to touch and climb represents wildlife that roamed the land during the Ice Age. Relics from the age of European settlement as well as modern hunting and trapping equipment illustrate the marsh’s popularity as a waterfowl hunting site. Games encourage visitors to learn about wildlife identification. An airboat simulator gives visitors a thrilling perspective on the management and conservation activities currently occurring on the marsh before heading out to enjoy it for themselves.
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Horicon National Wildlife Refuge Office & Visitor Center
W4279 Headquarters Rd., Mayville Hours: Weekdays 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. With exception of Federal Holidays September 6 – November 2 Weekends 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. www.fws.gov/refuge/horicon The Horicon National Wildlife Refuge Office and Visitor Center is operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It is located on the east side of the marsh just off Highway Z and offers exhibits on marsh history and wildlife; shopping for nature books and clothing in the Coot's Corner Gift Shop; and views of marsh wildlife. A large multi-purpose room is available to the public to reserve for business meetings. Educational programs on various topics of natural and cultural history are offered year-round for the public. For more information call 920-387-2658 or visit www.fws.gov/refuge/horicon.
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Marsh Haven
W10145 State Hwy 49, Waupun Hours: Weekdays Noon - 4:00 p.m. Weekends 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Open Mid April to Late November www.marshhaven.com Marsh Haven Nature Center is located at the north end of the Horicon Marsh, just 3.5 miles east of Waupun on Highway 49. The center features displays and exhibits that help depict the history and wildlife of Horicon Marsh. In addition, they also have an Art Gallery where a diverse collection of wildlife art, and beautiful wildlife photography is on display; a classroom/meeting room with full kitchen access for your teaching and meetings needs; outdoor amphitheater and indoor theater with large television and screen; bunkhouse/lodge for overnight adventures, and the only observation tower, campfire and camping accommodations on the Horicon Marsh. Marsh Haven Nature Center offers unique environmental education programs with a focus on experiential, hands-on learning.
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Marsh Haven Nature Center Three miles east of Waupun on Highway 49 On the north end of the Horicon Marsh
Museum Displays, Hiking Trails, Gift Shop, Educational Programs, & Special Events
www.marshhaven.com 920.324.5818 or 920.318.9518 A non-profit, volunteer-supported nature center where nature is appreciated, conserved, and celebrated!
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Iron Ridge Inn Restaurant 131 S. Main Street, Iron Ridge, WI 53035 920-387-3348
Iron Ridge Inn Motel
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