ATTRACTIONS A r e a A cooperative publication of the Courier Press, Clayton County Register, North Iowa Times & Guttenberg Press FREE TAKE ONE Inside nd This Areas Historical, Cultural and Recreational Site, Special Events, Dining and Shopping Opportunities Photo by Shelia Tomkins Page 2 Area Attractions 2014 Casino Antiques Lodging Winery Mississippi Boating Camping and Hiking Dining Flea Markets Driftless Area Wetlands Centre Railroad Depot Museum Check out our monthly events on our calendar at www.cityofmarquetteiowa.com 563-873-3537 Lazy River Beer and Wine Festival has food, drink and fun The ffth annual Lazy River Beer and Wine Festival, held Saturday, June 28, from 12 to 4 p.m., promises plenty of good food, drink and fun. Situated along the riverfront in Marquette, the festival plans to include six area wineries and six breweries, including Marquettes Ea- gles Landing Winery and McGregors Old Man River Restaurant and Brewery. A variety of food will also be available from area businesses, includ- ing Mr. McGregors Beer and Bratz Garden, Old Man River and Valley The festival plans to include six area wineries and six breweries, including Marquettes Eagles Landing Winery and McGregors Old Man River Restau- rant and Brewery. Fish and Cheese from Prairie du Chien. The local father-son duo, Take Two, will again provide musical en- tertainment. McGregor-Marquette Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Carolyn Gallagher said the event has continued to grow since its incep- tion, with over 400 people expected this year. Groups come back every year with more people, she said. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit lazyriverfest.com or stop by the McGregor-Marquette Chamber of ce or Eagles Landing Winery. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate. The father-son duo, Take Two, will again provide musical entertainment. Area Attractions 2014 Page 3 2013 The hottest slots and video poker games All your favorite table games including blackjack, craps and more Enjoy a variety of dining options 230 Main Street McGregor Iowa 52157 563-873-3781 Monday - Friday 9 am - 5:30 pm Saturday 10 am - 5 pm McGREGOR PHARMACY Stop In and Check Us Out! Prescriptions Free Local Delivery & Free Mail-Outs Over-The-Counter Products Vitamins & Supplements First Aid Supplies Iowa Souvenirs T-Shirts & Sweatshirts 99 Cards For All Occasions Windchimes * UNIQUE GIFT ITEMS * for Showers, Weddings, Birthdays, etc..... M A G G I E S Tacos & Margaritas Thursday Special Fish Fry - WALLEYE Served Broiled or Fried; choice of Potato & Best Homemade Salad Bar around Also Serving Lunch Specials Daily with Homemade Soups & Pies! TRY OUR CATERING SERVICE MAGGIES LANDING. Can accommodate groups to 300 at McGregor Landing Event Center
Mon - Wed, 7 am - 2 pm; Thurs - Fri 7 am - 9 pm; Sat 7 am - 2 pm; Sun 8 am - 2 pm, 28534 Hwy 18, McGregor, IA (563) 873-2935 FRIDAY NIGHT SPECIAL Hole in the Sock Gang brings the old west to life The old west comes alive in McGregor the fnal Saturday of each month, from June to October, with the Hole in the Sock Gang 1880s street theater performances, held at 1 p.m. in the street between Trian- gle Park and the McGregors Landing Event Center (which looks like an old west town, complete with a saloon and bank made for robbing). Each show includes several skits, with period-dressed lawmen, out- laws and saloon girls reenacting bank robberies and shoot-outs. With battles over money, honor and love, these free, comedic skits are sure to please family members of all ages. Hole in the Sock Gang 1880s street theater performances feature several skits involving bank robberies, shoot-outs and other wild west scenes. Romper Room motorcycle ride to bring over 1,300 motorcycles to McGregor With its scenic views and unique businesses, McGregor attracts sloughs of motorcyclists each year. In just one dayon Saturday, June 21the city will see roughly 1,300 motorcycles, as riders will arrive for the 25th annual Romper Room Fun Run motorcycle ride. Starting in Earlville, Iowa, the riders will arrive in McGregor around 12:30 p.m., making the city their frst stop. With the bikes expected to take up several city blocks, the event will have a lot of visual appeal. The bikers will gather on B Street and in the parking lot next to Crazy Carls Silver Dollar Saloon, which will also hold live entertainment, with the local band 88 MPH slated to play. Over 1,300 motorcycles will line McGregors Main Street June 21 for the 25th annual Romper Room Fun Run motorcycle ride. Page 4 Area Attractions 2014
May 30 through September 26, 2014 Friday Farmers Market, 3 - 6 pm, Triangle Park, McGregor May 24-26 35th Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Fest, Triangle Park, McGregor & Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette June 28 5th Annual Lazy River Beer & Wine Festival, River Front Marina, Marquette Hole in the Sock Gang Street Theater, Triangle Park, McGregor July 4 Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette Farmers Market, Triangle Park, McGregor July 5 - 6 Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette July 19 12th Annual Great River Car Show & Cruise, Triangle Park, McGregor July 26 Hole in the Sock Gang Street Theater, Triangle Park, McGregor August 30 Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette Labor Day Parade, Downtown McGregor Hole in the Sock Gang Street Theater, Triangle Park, McGregor August 31 - Sept. 1 Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette For a full listing of events, accommodations & attractions, visit our website: www.mcgreg-marq.org Farmers markets offer locally-grown and made products Area visitors and locals alike will have plenty of opportunities to purchase fresh, locally-grown and made products, with weekly farmers markets in Marquette, McGregor and Monona. In Marquette, the farmers market is held at the Driftless Area Wet- lands Centre, 509 Highway 18, every Friday beginning May 23, from 4 to 7 p.m. Each market will include live entertainment, as well as products like baked goods, fresh produce (fruits and vegetables), black walnuts, honey, eggs, frozen meat, jams and jellies, wine, plants and fowers, soaps and lo- tions, handmade greeting cards, jewelry, bird houses and wood crafts. The McGregor farmers market is held each Friday beginning May 30, from 3 to 6 p.m., at Triangle Park. Market-goers can peruse fresh produce, home baked goods, handmade soaps, gift baskets, bird houses and much more while enjoying the musical stylings of McGregors Richard Palucci. This season, locals and visitors alike will have plenty of opportunities to purchase fresh, locally-grown and made products, like these vegetables sold at the Driftless Area Wetlands Centre in Marquette last summer. Monona holds two farmers markets each weekWednesdays beginning June 4, from 3 to 6 p.m., and Saturdays beginning June 7, from 8 to 11 a.m. Held in the citys Gateway Park, 900 S. Main St., people can check out fresh vegetables, a variety of baked goods and wood crafts. McGregor debuted newly-revised walking tour booklets this year. Entitled Take a Walk Through Historic Downtown McGregor, the booklets content and layout was developed by volunteers from the McGregor Historical Museum, McGregor Public Library and Historic Preservation Committee along with Jared Nielson, RC&D Byways Co- ordinator. This edition has a new look and has been enlarged to include more properties, photos of interest, area cemeteries and a map insert show- ing the location of each numbered property included in the booklet. The new booklet will be available for a small fee at the museum and at other businesses throughout town. 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SeRvInG Food dAIly FRoM 11 AM Mr. McGregors Beer & Bratz Garden McGregor Marina on the River 633.5 563-873-9613 800-848-2413 - Full Service Gas dock dockInG GAS cARRy outS SeASonAl SlIpS transient docking, electric, Mechanic, Slip Rental, pontoon Rentals, Winterizing, Winter Storage open at 11 am daily credit cards Accepted Serving the Scenic upper Mississippi River Area of ne Iowa & SW Wisconsin Since 1953 On The Riverfront B O A T E L S HouSeboAt RentAlS & MARInA Midweek/Weekend Rentals starting at $850 themed & newly remodeled houseboats Area Attractions 2014 Page 5 221 Main St, McGregor, Iowa 563-873-2900 Grillin Time We feature Edgewood Meats Steaks Chops Flavored Brats and More Great Selection of Wine Domestic, Imported & Artisan Beer Bulk Cheese Snacks Take & Bake Items The Stauer House Bed & Breakfast 629 Main Street, McGregor, Iowa (563) 873-2713 stauerhouse.com Donna & Robert Staples Learn about nature at the Driftless Area Wetlands Centre Opened in 2013, the Driftless Area Wetlands Centre, located at 509 Highway 18 in Marquette, ofers educational opportunities for students and adults alike to learn about the natural world and local environments. Outside, you can spy ducks, turtles, frogs and other native species in the nearby wetland. A life-size replica of a bald eagle nest is located behind the Wetlands Centre. Inside, prepare to get touchy-feely with the mounted ducks, beaver, otter and other river wildlife. Soon, an aquarium will showcase Missis- sippi River fsh. Local geological expert Phil Burgess has displayed items from his fossil and mineral collection. With over 100,000 specimens in his col- lection, Burgess will ofer a rotating display, which has already featured Brazilian agates, drusy quartz crystals, stromatolites, iron formations and fossil coral. The Driftless Area Wetlands Centre offers educational opportunities for stu- dents and adults alike to learn about the natural world and local environ- ments. On display now are geodes, Iowas state rock. Geodes are hollow, spherical rocks flled with sparkly crystals. Clear quartz is the most common mineral, though over a dozen other minerals have been iden- tifed. Geodes occur in southeast Iowa and adjacent states in Missis- sippian age (359 to 323 million years ago) shale and limestone forma- tions. Burgess said the larger geodes on display at the Wetlands Centre are more rare, with the smaller ones the most common size. The Wetlands Centre also ofers other events and activities, includ- ing a weekly farmers market, held each Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. Visi- tors have also enjoyed an astronomy night program and nature craft- making sessions. The Wetlands Centre is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with the exception of farmers market days). For more information, call (563) 873-3537 or visit www.driftlessareawetland- centre.com or the Driftless Area Wetlands Centre Facebook page. On display now at the Wetlands Centre are geodes, Iowas state rock. Open Daily 10 am - 5 pm 127 North St., Marquette, Iowa 563-873-2509 Wine Maker of the Year Ros Wine of the Year Wine Garden Fun Gift Shop International Award Winning Wines Check out our monthly events at www.eagleslandingwinery.com F r e e W In e T A S T In G ! Page 6 Area Attractions 2014 WATCH jumps Explore McGregors Fascinating Past! Open May 24-October 26 Free Admission Tues-Sat 11am-3pm Sun 1-3pm Gallery Shop & Special Exhibits Featuring Regional Artists Thurs-Mon 10am-6pm Sun 11am-4pm 256 Main St., McGregor, IA 563-873-2221 website: www.mcgregormuseum.org FIND US ON FACEBOOK 158 Main St., McGregor, IA www.mmcenterforthearts.weebly.com Find your past at the McGregor Public Library W h i l e the Mc- G r e g o r Hi s t or i cal Museum is a valuable source for local genea- logical in- f ormati on, also consider s t o p p i n g by the Mc- Gregor Pub- lic Library, located at 334 Main St. The library has a cabinet flled with alphabetized binders, each hold- ing information about the familial last names people have researched. When one name is researched, librarian Michelle Pettit said she keeps that information in a binder in case other related family members come in search of information. If she can, she also shares contact info with those connected persons. They dont know each other, but they might be third cousins, she said. We work as a connecting link. Pettit said summer and fall are the busiest times, as people often stop to look up information if they are traveling or in town looking at gravestones. On some days, the library has had up to three sets of searches. If some- one is in- t e r e s t e d in learning more about their ances- tors, Pettit said hav- ing dates to refer to is helpful. The l i br a r i a ns are also will- ing to of- fer as little or as much help as needed, especially when searching microflm. The library has a microflm collection of the North Iowa Times, dating from 2010 back to October 1856, when the newspaper frst began printing. More recent issues are available in hard copy form. The library also provides access to obituaries. If the library doesnt yield any genealogical links, Pettit said there are a number of helpful online resources. One of those is the Clayton County Genealogical Society, which provides things like cemetery list- ings and census, birth and marriage records. The McGregor Public Library is open Monday and Wednesday from 2:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The library may also be reached at (563) 873-3318. MARQUETTE DEPOT MUSEUM - GIFT SHOP INFORMATION CENTER Visit us and relive the memories of Marquette from the 1850s through today. Open Thurs.-Mon. 10am-4pm (Closed Tues. & Wed.) May thru October 563-873-1200 Marquette, Iowa, 216 Edgar Street - Right Across Bridge on North Side of Hwy 18 JOIN US FOR RAILROAD DAYS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Eagles Landing Bed & Breakfast Open Year Around Handicap Accessible Native Oak Timber Frame Home on the Mississippi River Four-course Ethnic Breakfast, Complimentary Wine in Your Room Free WI FI Reservations Suggested 82 North Street, Marquette, Iowa 52158 (563) 873-2509 Area Attractions 2014 Page 7 126 Main St., McGregor, IA Private Baths/Whirlpools Cable TV/AC/Wi-Fi Private Entrances Children & Pet Friendly Microwaves, Refrigerators & Coffeemakers Open Year Round Rob Roy Suite, 3 bedroom apartment, balcony view of Mississippi River Alpine Suite, sleeps 2/on ground foor Chalet Suite, sleeps 6 Sadies Log Cabin, sleeps 6 Within walking distance of downtown restaurants, shopping & Mississippi River Little Switzerland Inn www.littleswitzerlandinn.com 563-873-2057 Cell 608-412-0400 Visit us on Facebook or Follow us on Twitter to keep up with our hosting & participation in local events. Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/oldmanriverbrewery 123 A St., McGregor, Iowa 563-873-1999 www.oldmanriverbrewery.com The staff at Old Man River invite you to enjoy our daily lunch & dinner specials & our seasonally changing menu featuring many local & regional products with our special culinary twist! Now serving Breakfast at 7am, Lunch starts at 11am, Dinner is served at 4pm. Full 12 Tap system at the bar featuring In-House, Local & Regional Beers. OLD MAN RIVER RESTAURANT & BREWERY Relive Marquettes railroad history at the Depot Museum Relive Marquettes railroad history through the Depot Museum and Information Center, located at 216 Edgar St. Marquettes frst passenger depot was built in the late 1860s, south of the current Mississippi River Bridge. After the original depot burned down in 1910, a new one was constructed in 1912, at the site of the current museum. The museum, originally an Old Milwaukee Road freight depot, was moved to Marquette from Blue River, Wis., in 1996. Opened in 2000, the Depot Museum and Information Center fea- tures a plethora of railroad artifacts from the Milwaukee Road, Sooline Railroad, I & M Rail Link and Iowa, Chicago and Eastern Railroad, as well as plenty of Marquette history. The Depot is open May through October, Thursday to Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., For more information, call (563) 873-1200. Opened in 2000, Marquettes Depot Museum and Information Center offers Marquette historical information and many railroad artifacts. Let the McGregor-Marquette Center for the Arts (MMCA) stimu- late your artistic juices this summer. The MMCA has four distinct exhibits planned for the season. Each opens with a reception, held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. About the River opened Friday, May 16. Running through June 23, it features river views and water imagery from a selected group of regional and MMCA artists and craftspeople. On June 27, Printmakers Plus will open and run through Aug. 4. In this exhibit, four regional printmakers will share visions of their in- ner and outer spaces, including original woodcuts, etchings and mono- prints. Featuring Navajo weavings, Emma Big Bear baskets, contempo- rary trade silver jewelry and embroidered clothing, Native + American Traditions opens Aug. 8 and runs through Sept. 15. Raining Cats, Dogs and Cows opens Sept. 19 and runs through Nov. 3. Four regional artists will exhibit their animal inspired creations. Work from MMCA retail gallery artists and animal sculptures from art after school children artists will also be included. Beginning May 16, the MMCA is open Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aside from the wonderful exhibits, visitors can also browse the unique items featured in the retail gallery shop. Items include everything from paintings, drawings and prints to photography, sculpture work and jewelry, all created by regional artists. Funday Mondays are held from 9 to 11 a.m. each Monday from June 16 to July 21. Kids can create shoe fsh, recycled robots, water clowns, rain sticks, Picasso posies and tissue paper portraits. For more information, visit mmcenterforthearts.weebly.com or the MMCA Facebook page. MMCA stimulates visitors artistic juices 563-873-2807 or 319-233-0448 Open 7 Days May thru Oct. 10 am - 5 pm Main Street Mall A Consortium of Dealers in Quality Antiques & Collectibles 322 Main Street, McGregor, Iowa Newest Elkader attraction is whitewater feature By Pam Reinig After years of planning and months of work, Elkaders white- water course on the Turkey River has become a reality. The course, located in the south end of town, is now open for kayak- ing and canoeist enthusiasts. Plans for the feature were pitched to city ofcials two days before the historic food of 2008 devastated the town. The idea was but on the back burner for several months while Elkader recovered from the efects of the food and a national recession. During the interim, a citizens committee refned plans to make use of land in a food-prone buy-out area that the city eventually acquired. The whitewater feature is the centerpiece of the new Found- ers Park in the 6.5 acre buyout area. The area also includes soc- cer felds, picnic tables, a butterfy garden, performance area and a playground. The complex is a model of what a committed community can do when it works together. The picnic tables and benches were designed by the local Caterpillar plant and funded. All of the playground equipment was fnanced through private fund-raising eforts. The playground has been a popular spot since it opened near- ly two years ago. The whitewater feature is also getting its share of use and attention. Its a neat place to play, said Tom Giford, of Elkader, a member of the planning committee and the frst person to paddle the completed feature, which has been nicknamed The Gobbler. You can hang in there and surf your kayak on the stand- ing wave. It feels like youre moving fast but youre paddling in place. Giford said the Gobbler looks exactly like I pictured it, Whitewater Continued on page 9 A whitewater feature for kayakers, canoeists and fshermen is offered in Elkader. COMING SOON TO THE HISTORIC ELKADER OPERA HOUSE June 7 8:00 pm Premier Tribute Band to the Music of Chicago. Sponsored by Freedom Bank July 7 - July 12 Childrens Theater Camp-Blackbeard The Pirate July 11 & 12 8:30 pm LOST...The National Moto Guzzi Rally Show. Everyone is welcome! August 23 7:30 pm Gypsy Swing Sponsored by Opera House Players September 13 7:30 pm Family-Time Comedy Night with Taylor Mason October 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 7:30 pm & October 2 & 5 2:00 pm Thoroughly Modern Millie. Performed by Opera House Players 207 N. MAIN P.O. BOX 427 ELKADER, IA 52043 FOR TICKETS CALL: 563-873-2378 More events being added. Check our websites www.elkaderoperahouse.com www.operahouseplayers.com June 6 -7 City Wide Garage Sales in Elkader June 7 Transit Authority at the Opera House June 13 - 14 American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Clayton County, City Park June 27 Rhythm on the River July 11 Elkader Sidewalk Sales July 11-12 State Moto Guzzi Rally at City Park July 24-27 Elkader Sweet Corn Days July 25 17th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament July 26 26th Annual Shed Your Threads Run/Walk August 22 Rhythm on the River August 23 Harmonious Wail Gypsy Jazz at the Opera House August 23-24 Flea Market
For information about a particular event, contact one of these sources: Toll free: 866-334-2857; 563-245-2857 elkader@alpinecom.net www.elkader-iowa.com Sponsored by the Elkader Chamber of Commerce Elkader The best place in NE Iowa to shop, play, eat and stay! Page 8 Area Attractions 2014 Chamber of Commerce THURSDAY, JUNE 26TH Kids Street Carnival Games, Rides & Fun FRIDAY, JUNE 27TH CHALK GAMES 9 AM-Noon Sponsored by G&G Community Matters Committee GOLF TOURNAMENT at WoodsEdge Proceeds go towards Nick Brady Scholarship Fund Call 563-928-7118 to sign up. Appearances by Miss Rodeo Iowa 2014 Ph. 563-928-7036 or 563-928-6613 For More Information Thursday, Friday, Saturday June 26, 27 & 28 at 8 P.M. Thursday Evening FREE Cowboy Hats for children while supplies last Sponsored by Community Savings Bank SATURDAY, JUNE 28TH ID REQUIRED FOR ALL BEER SALES Food Stands in the Park & At the Rodeo Site No Carry-ins, Not Responsible For Lost or Stolen Items or Accidents TICKETS Preschool 4 & Under: Children 5-12: Adults: General Seating Tickets are available from Chamber of Commerce Members and at all Community Savings Bank locations. Rain or Shine - No Refunds! $30 Return Check Charge! For area ticket outlets call 563-928-7036 or 563-928-6241 All proceeds go towards Community Projects Miss Edgewood 5K Run/Walk Gallop & Trot 8 AM at Community Dreams Field Chili Cook Off EVENTS IN THE PARK: 11 AM - 4 PM Kids Carnival - Lunch Stand Tug of War Competition Person teams wanted $10 entry fee, cash prizes Contact Dave 563-920-0289 Dance Performance 4 PM at the Rodeo grounds Cruisers on the Edge Car Club Classic Car Display 11 AM till 5 PM PARADE 2 PM - Saturday RODEO LIKE A ROCK STAR at the Edgewood Rodeo Visit www.edgewoodiowa.com for demo rules, 5k, and lots and lots of important information. SUNDAY, JUNE 29TH FIREMENS BREAKFAST 8 AM - Noon - at Fire Station DEMOLITION DERBY 1 PM Registration 11AM - 1 PM Admission: $8 Adults $5 for children Preschool & Under: FREE Ph. 910-934-9017 1-3 PM N. Washington Street 2 0 1 4 E D G E W O O D , IO W A Dance after the Rodeo in the Beer Garden RODEO GOLF SPECIALS 563-928-6668 ATM Available 24 hours www.bankatcentral.com Elkader Coralville Iowa City Marquette McGregor Volga Walford when he and kayaking buddy Adam Pollack of Elkader hatched the idea while driving back from a paddling outing early in 2008. The Gobbler is a single feature with two distinct channels separated by a midstream island, said Jason Carey, an engineer with River Restoration of Carbondale, Colo. The whole river has a diferent character, he said. Facing downstream, the swifter right channel is designed for whitewater paddlers while the more placid left channel is de- signed for canoeists and fsh passage, he said. The Turkey at Elkader with good volume, good gradient and pretty water is well suited for paddle sport enthusiasts, Carey said. The re-engineering, which included removal of an obsolete low-head dam, also will greatly improve fshing and public ac- cess to the river, according to Department of Natural Resources fsheries biologist Gary Siegwarth, one of the original project advocates before the 2008 food. The Turkey in Elkader, with deep holes, complex structure and a high dam to halt the progress of upstream migrations, already was a fsh magnet, Siegwarth said. The introduction of about 2,000 tons of rock into a com- pact stretch will create current breaks, scour holes and eddies that will attract and hold game fsh. Shoreline improvements, including limestone terraces and a trail, will provide attractive and easy access for recreationists, he added. Elkader City Administrator Jennifer Cowsert said the to- tal cost of the whitewater feature, including engineering, is $387,496. Those funds came from a state River Enhancement Com- munity Attraction and Tourism (RECAT) grant and donations, highlighted by a $75,000 donation from the project contractor, C.J. Moyna and Sons of Elkader. Cowsert said shoreline developments to improve river access, including a downstream trail, will cost an additional $231,797, funded in part by state grants from Main Street Iowa, Resource Enhancement and Protection and Iowa Great Places. Festivals aplenty Summer is hometown festival time in Northeast Iowa, where three very diferent events promise fun for the entire family. The fun kicks of the frst weekend in June with the 45th annual Strawberry Days in Strawberry Point. The dates are June 6-8. Totally Awesome 80s is the theme this year. Popu- lar activities include a pet show, kiddie parade, youth volleyball tournament, classic car cruise and street dance. A highlight of the weekend is free strawberries and ice cream, which are tra- ditionally served twice on Saturday and again on Sunday. A full schedule of events is available at www.strawberrypt.com/Straw- berry_Days. The 27th annual Edgewood Pro Rodeo Days is set for June 26-29. The three-day festival will ofer a parade, games, food, music, a kiddie tractor pull, golf and chalk games, Miss Rodeo contest and, of course, rodeo events. For more information, visit www.edgewoodiowa.com/rodeo-days. This year marks the 51st anniversary of Elkaders Sweet Corn Days. The festival is July 24-27 and includes live music, fre- works, a parade, kiddie games and more. For updated details, check the festivals website: www.elkadersweetcorndays.net. Whitewater Continued from page 8 Area Attractions 2014 Page 9 203 S. Main St., Elkader 563-245-2541 Cool off with a cold one! Daily Lunch and Drink Specials SWEET CORN DAYS SWEET CORN DAYS For more details www.elkadersweetcorndays.net LIV E M U S IC FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT H & H Fun R ides K id s G a m e s P a ra d e B E E R G A R D E N July 23rd-27th, 2014 Fireworks F R E E S W E E T C O R N Plenty to see and do in Clayton County By Pam Reinig The whitewater feature in Elkader may be the newest Clay- ton County attraction but its not the only reason to travel to Northeast Iowa. Big Springs Trout Hatchery One of three hatcheries in northeast Iowa and the largest cold-water spring in the state, Big Springs Trout Hatchery, is lo- cated near Elkader. Its open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., year round. Fish along the Turkey River on the angler access trail or in the trout pond, Iowas only fshing pond for youth 16 and under. More than 150,000 rainbow and brook trout are raised here and used to stock cold-water streams throughout the area. Fishing licenses sold; primitive campgrounds available. Carter House Museum View one of the best examples of Greek revival architec- ture and numerous exhibits from the 1800s at Elkaders Cart- er House Museum. The museum gives visitors a glimpse into the lives of Iowans of 150 years ago. Built in 1855 as a mirror or double house for pioneer brothers Henry and Ernest Vic- tor Carter and their families, it has 18 rooms flled with period furniture, clothing, and artifacts. An adjoining annex contains military uniforms from past wars, primitive farm tools, early fre-fghting equipment, and a display of 19th century drug store supplies. The Carter House Museum is open weekends Memorial Day through Labor Day or by appointment. A small park located fve and a half miles northwest of Elkad- er, Friedens Park ofers rough camping, canoe access and pic- nicking. Hidden in the Turkey River valley, the Motor Mill Historic Site is a peaceful natural area that features a six-story limestone fouring mill and four related stone buildings dating from the late 1860s. Open two weekends a month, May through Septem- ber. Rugged hiking trails available nearby. Osborne Conservation Center and Park The Osborne Park is located 5 miles south of Elkader on Highway 13 and features at Native Wildlife Exhibit, walking trails, open shelters, Nature and Welcome Center and gift shop. Several special events are planned annually, including Heritage Days, which takes place the second full weekend in October. Also available: camping, picnic areas including a spacious cov- ered shelter house, fshing pond and arboretum. Pony Hollow Trail In 2005 the Clayton County Conservation Board lime- chipped four miles of an old railway bed that began in Elkader, Iowa. Today Pony Hollow Trail is used as a hiking, biking, walk- ing, snowmobiling, and horseback-riding path. Along the trail there are three interpretive signs that explain the topography, trees, and wetlands that can be seen throughout the trek. Pony All 18 rooms of the Carter House Museum are flled with 19th century furnishings and artifacts. Attractions Continued on page 11 Page 10 Area Attractions 2014 Thoma Bar Serving Our Community Since 1948 Garnavillo, IA 563-964-2212 Daily Noon Specials Except on Saturdays Serving a Complete Menu & Weekend Breakfast Specials Try an Old Fashioned Malt or Our Banana Split TURKEY RIVER MALL 102 S. Main St., Elkader 563-245-3995 www.turkeyrivermall.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a. m. - 5 p.m.; Sun. Noon - 5 p.m. 1897 hotel building Antiques, gifts, crafts, primitives Four foors of unique treasurers & 70 vendors Something for everyone! Small Town Hospitality with 14,000 sq. ft. of Affordable Prices Hollow Trail can be utilized throughout the year and is 4 miles in one direction with a round-trip excursion at eight miles. Rural Heritage Museum The Rural Heritage Museum, a converted sale barn in Elkad- er, houses an extensive collection contributed almost entirely by George Maier who has spent nearly all his 94 years collecting and preserving artifacts he gathered, mostly within 20 miles of his Clayton County home. The museums exhibits include kero- sene lights, molds for shoe making, a lock shot of a mail bag by the outlaw Jesse James, an estimated 200 clocks, a replica store, complete with the newspaper ad showing the grocery specials for the week, and the list of items goes on and on. One of the more unique items is a piece of a Japanese airplane said to have been part of the Pearl Harbor attack. The rural Heritage Museum is open weekends mid April-mid October from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. Group tours can also be arranged. Strawberry Point Theres more to Strawberry Point than the states largest piece of fruit. The city is also home to a museum with the areas largest doll collection and an historic hotel. The dolls are housed at the Wilder Museum. More than 800 dolls donated by two former residents form the heart of the collection. The museum also has other artifacts including an impressive array of military uniforms and weaponry from ev- ery confict since 1776. Also featured are Victorian art glass and furniture, correspondence from well-known public fgures and hundreds of works of art by Impressionist artist Myrwyn Ea- ton, a Strawberry Point native. The most recent addition to the museum is a fve-story Co- lonial dollhouse that opens from the front to reveal 17 fully fur- nished rooms. The house, which took more than two years to complete, stands eight feet tall. Strawberry Point is also the home of the historic Franklin Hotel, which has been recently returned to its 1902-era splen- dor. And youll fnd two city parks there, as well. Inger Park has a band shell and picnic area with swings. Campbell Park is located next to the towns swimming pool. It has tennis courts, picnic area, playground equipment and shelter houses. Backbone State Park, the oldest state park in Iowa, is located just four miles south of Strawberry Point. Dedicated in 1919, this is a 1,750-acre area with many buildings constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 30s. The park ofers beauti- ful hiking rails for all skill levels as well as boating, fshing and camping. Clayton County Fair announces entertainers Country and classic rock music will fll the air at the 160 th Clayton County Fair in National, where three groups will give free concerts. The frst performance is Thursday, July 31, at 8:30 p.m. with Josh Thompson. Thompsons live shows have earned him a solid fan base and gained him plenty of respect from those other acts that dared to follow him, including Brad Paisley, Eric Church, Justin Moore and Skynyrd, all of whom have taken Thompson on the road. Thompsons vocals are the vehicle, but its his songwrit- ing that propelled him into a country career Country music artist John Anderson takes the stage on Friday, August 1, at 8:30 p.m. Montgomery has a long string of hits and a trophy room full of awards. Ander- son released the single Straight Tequila Night, and it shot to No. 1, setting the stage for fve more years of hits, including Mark Knopfers When It Comes to You, Seminole Wind and the No. 1 Money in the Bank. This record spawned numerous nominations, including Male Vocalist, Song of the Year and Album of the Year. Wrapping up the musical entertainment portion of the fair is the rock group Scott Rose & Plead the Fifth, who will perform Sunday, August 3, beginning at 6 p.m. This local group is a Northeast Iowa favorite. In addition to these concerts, the fair has scheduled teen dances July 31-August 2, beginning at 10 p.m.; a fag- raising, Fair Queen pageant and 4-H style show, July 30 at 6:30 p.m.; a demolition derby on August 2 at 1 p.m.; a bull bash, also August 2, at 7 p.m.; and a tractor pull, August 3 at 11 a.m. A midway with a dozen rides and games of chance will be ofered, as well. Fair admission is available by the day or for the week. Theres no additional charge for entertainment or exhib- its. The Clayton County Fairgrounds are located 11 miles northeast of downtown Elkader. Fair dates are July 29 through August 4. A complete list of events, including livestock judging, can be found at www.claytoncounty- fair.com. Attractions Continued from page 10 Area Attractions 2014 Page 11 135 N. Main St., Elkader, IA Forge somethin? If you lef home without your prescripton medicatons, give us a call. Well work with your home pharmacy to get you what you need. We also stock a full line of medical supplies as well as gif items and greetng cards. 108 S. Main St., Elkader Open: M-F 10-5; Sat. 10-3 563-245-2967 www.thebackstitch.net Large & Unique Selection of Cross Stitch, Quilting Supplies & Classes JANOME Sewing Machine Distributor Clayton County: A spirited place to visit By Pam Reinig If youre looking for a diferent sort of getaway or vacation experience, consider a haunted tour of Clayton County. Ac- cording to legend and even some frst-hand encounters, ghosts wander through buildings and landscapes across the county. Heres a look at some of them: The old hotel that now houses Turkey River Mall was empty for several years before Tim and Becky Dietzler bought it in 2004. A thin flm of dust had settled on fat surfaces of the Elkader landmark, and former guest rooms had acquired a musty, stale odor. Thats exactly what Tim and Becky expected from a building long shuttered and unused. What they didnt expect was something they discovered in a second-foor guest room--something that continues to this day. From the frst, this room had an overpowering smell of ci- gar smoke and perfume, said Becky, standing in a room now flled with collectibles ofered by one of her nearly 100 vendors. Now its hit and miss: some days you cant smell anything and some days its there again. Everyone seems to know of at least one truly haunted place where spirits arent confned to the one day of the year spent celebrating them. In Northeast Iowa, they wander through and around several places. Some are dark reminders of evil deeds perpetuated near the haunted area while others, like the ghosts at Turkey River Mall, are silent, friendly visitors. Becky Dietzler is pictured in a second-foor room at Turkey River Mall that may be occasionally inhabited by spirits. Were not sure but we might have a ghost couple, Becky said. On three occasions at exactly 4:50, Ive seen a woman Elkader 210 South Main St. Elkader, IA 52043 563-245-2522 Monona 106 South Main St. Monona, IA 52159 563-539-2015 Postville 135 West Tilden Postville, IA 52162 563-864-7441 S A VE TIM E by using FreedomBanks convenient banking services Whether at home or on the go, banking is easy with FreedomBanks Internet Banking Mobile Banking Freedom BillPay 24 hour ATM Business Internet Banking Spirits: Continued on page 13 Page 12 Area Attractions 2014 Elkader Inn Motel & A-Frame Cottage 24886 Hwy. 13N, Elkader, IA Dennis & Sandra Bahls 563-245-2020 www.elkaderinn.com Peaceful & Private A Frame Cottage Kitchenette/Fridge Enjoy the beautiful views from the deck Smoke Free Pet Free - OPEN YEAR ROUND! - In Room Wireless DSL 14 Rooms that can accommodate the single guest up to a family of five Plus the A-Frame Cottage Elkader Golf and Country Club Where golfng quality, history and customer service converge. PUBLIC ALWAYS WELCOME For more information and special discounts see our website at www.elkadergolf.com or call 563-245-2230 dressed in 40s-style clothing walk in the front door and up the stairs, but Ive never seen her leave. We also had a customer say she saw a dapperly attired gentleman accompanied by a lady in Victorian clothing going up the stairs to the third foor. On a regular basis, someoneor somethingturns out lights ahead of Tim as he closes the store down for the night. The couple frequently hear footsteps overhead when they know the building is empty and once, a mirror was moved from the wall above a dresser to the foor in front of it. During the renovation process, tools were often shifted from one place to another. Several customers have also commented on experi- encing things of a paranormal nature as they wander through the cavernous shop. One shopper heard a voice faintly calling out the name Virginia. Though Becky and Tim have heard rumors of a suicide in the hotel many years ago, they havent been able to prove it. Though generally silent, their ghosts are sometimes mischie- vous. They are never scary or malicious. There also appears to be a benevolent ghost at the historic Franklin Hotel in Strawberry Point. The elegant, Victorian- style structure, now owned by Doug and Kris Schmidt, is al- legedly home to a 1920s spirit thought to have been a work- ing girl. According to hotelier Schmidt, one evening a couple came into the hotel and immediately sensed a presence. They both agreed that the presence seemed upset that a mirror that had once been one of her favorite fxtures had been moved. Other hotel guests have heard inexplicable noises and even Schmidt, who claims not to believe in ghosts, once saw a fgure wearing a long lavender gown walking from the lobby to the dining room. The Iowa Road Guide to Haunted Locations by Chad Lew- is and Terry Fisk lists two local places believed to be inhabited by spirits. At Lovers Leap in Elkader, people have reported seeing an apparition of a beautiful young Indian woman standing at the edge of the clif. It might be ghost of White Cloud, the daugh- ter of an Indian chief who fell in love with a white settler. Ac- cording to legend, warriors from her tribe, who disapproved of the relationship, ambushed the settler, beat him viciously and left him for dead. When White Cloud learned of the attack, she committed suicide by jumping of the clif known today as Lovers Leap. Mossy Glen near Strawberry Point reportedly has more ghosts per square acre than anywhere in Iowa, according to Lewis and Fisk. At least six spirits are believed to haunt the trails. They include a man who took his own life by plunging into a muddy sinkhole, a traveling peddler who was robbed and murdered by area residents in the 1850s; an attorneys widow who died under suspicious circumstances; the attorney himself, who one day rode into the glen and was never heard from again; and a broken-hearted young woman named Lucinda, who left a single rose on the path near a clif before leaping to her death. All of these incidents reportedly occurred in the mid-19th cen- tury. The ghost of a 1936 murder victim, Daniel Shine, is also said to haunt the area. He was the victim of a vicious family plot to kill him and take ownership of his 80-acre farm. Follow us on Facebook 107 W. Bridge St., Elkader 563-245-3939 Where Theres Something For Everyone! 3 Rooms Filled With The Latest Clothing Jewelry Accessories Gourmet Kitchen Home & Garden Decor Baby Boutique Hours: Mon-Sat. 10-5; Sunday Noon-4:30 pm GvNvnnt S1onv a MORE BULK FOODS CANDY SPECIALTY ITEMS 107 N. Main St., Elkader 563-245-1799 Cool Off With A Sno Kone, Ice Cream or Malt Asst. Cheeses, Snack Sticks & Summer Sausage New Rub, Burger Mixes & Sauces Large Variety of Specialty Brats Hot Dogs, Ribeye & More New Kitchen Gadget Section Spirits Continued from page 12 Area Attractions 2014 Page 13 Page 14 Area Attractions 2014 PRAIRIE CAMPER SALES Hwy 18 & 35 South, Prairie du Chien, WI (608) 326-2014 We buy used campers years 2000 to 2010 prairiecampersales.com Service Supply Store LP & Dump Station Open 9 - 5 Monday - Friday; 9 - 12 Sat. Before McDonalds, Hardees, Wendys, KFC, A&W, Pizza Hut, Dairy Queen and White Castle, there was delicious fast food be- ing served in Prairie du Chien at a place called Petes Hamburgers! The mouthwatering aroma of steamed hamburgers and onions saturates the air in downtown Prairie du Chien every weekend throughout the summer, thanks to the iconic hamburger stand at 118 E. Blackhawk Ave. Petes has been cooking up The Worlds Best Hamburgers since 1909. And dont bother asking for cheese; just say, with or with- out. Petes serves only hamburgers, with or without onions. Then, you can have ketchup, mustard or your preference of condiments added just before the staff packages up your burger and slides it into a bag. Grab a pop and a bag of chips and you have a meal thats worth writing home about. The popular spot got its start when Pete Gokey himself fried and served up his specialty hamburgers at a local firemens party at Foley Brothers Saloon, located just about a block away from the current stand. Today, Petes Hamburgers is known across the world. It has even been featured on the Travel Channel and Mil- waukee Public Television. Peter Gokey and helper cooking with kerosene in what was probably the frst of Pete's many hamburger "stands." Over 100 years of the worlds best hamburgers A descendant of Pete Gokey himself, Colleen Gokey hands a bag of the fa- mous local burgers to two anxious, recurrent customers. Hours once again this season will be Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, visit peteshamburgers.com or find them on Facebook. For more information, contact the Villa Louis, Box 117, Prairie du Chien, WI 53821 (608) 326-2721 www.carriageclassic.com Photo by Lori Schoenhard Photography Its A Classic... VILLA LOUIS CARRIAGE CLASSIC Competitive Carriage Driving At Its Best! Mark the dates! SEPTEMBER 5 - 7 Villa Louis Grounds, Prairie du Chien, WI Area Attractions 2014 Page 15 Front Porch Quilts Fabric Books Patterns Notions 216 N. Marquette Road, Prairie du Chien, WI 53821 608-326-4371 Hours: Thursday - Saturday 10 - 5; Sunday 11 - 4 Prairie du Chien Country Club Gently Rolling Hills Picturesque Landscape Watered Fairways Driving Range & Practice Green Group Rates Full Service Bar & Grill - Daily Specials - Southwest Wisconsins Most Scenic 18-Hole Golf Course! PUBLIC WELCOME - Call for Tee Times (608) 326-6707 6 Miles South of Prairie du Chien on Hwy 18-35 Located on the island in Prairie du Chien, the St. Feriole Island Gardens are the perfect place to take a stroll and enjoy the beautiful 10-acre garden tended by volunteers. The gardens include various settings such as an ar- bor, gazebo, children's garden and more. Solitude and relaxation are only a stroll away A free music series, Concerts on the River, will be held at Lawler Park, along the riverfront on St. Feriole Island, in Prairie du Chien, begin- ning Friday and Saturday, June 13 and 14, and each Thursday night there- after through July. From 6:30 to 8 p.m., a free concert will be ofered each week for a total of nine concerts showcasing a variety of the areas top musical talents. The Prairie du Chien Parks and Recreation Department and Jaycees are sponsoring the concert series. Bring your lawn chairs, blan- kets and snacks. For more information, call the parks and rec department at (608) 326-7207. The concerts will take place as follows: June 13 & 1488 miles an Hour (Friday 6-10 p.m.) Rock n roll fun! Saturday (TBA) Both events held in conjunctoin with the Jaycees Flea Market. June 19River City Connections, the areas top Dixieland jazz band will give you a chance to get that Big Easy feel. June 26 16 Strings and a StickThis local trio, which includes a fd- dle, will get your toes tapping and hands clapping as they will play a mix of country, Celtic, bluegrass and Cajun. July 10Wind in the BarleyA mix of Irish folk and traditional 60s and 70s rock n roll. Come check out the band everybody is talking about. July 12Roseville Community BandAs part of their 50th anniver- sary, this 50-member band, recognized as one of the Upper Midwests best, will provide an array of entertaining music right before the annual freworks anda s part of the War of 1812 Battle of Prairie du Chien. July 17Grilled Cheese ExperienceThese guys from DeSoto will crank up the heat and provide some of the best rock n roll up and down the river. July 24Guttenberg German BandThis is the areas top authentic German band with plenty of polka music to go around. July 31River City RuckusThis last concert showcases Prairie du Chiens top musicians playing a great variety of music. Free weekly concert series at Lawler Park The south gazebo at Lawler Park is a beautiful site for this free concert series. Page 16 Area Attractions 2014 Hubbards Fishing Float Due to its excellent location, Hubbards Fishing Float offers the best area fshing by a dam site. Above, proprietor Bill Hubbard Jr. holds a nice wall- eye. Hubbards Fishing Float is located below Lock and Dam 9 south of Lynxville on Highway 35. More info can be obtained by calling (608) 732- 1084, or by logging onto www.hubbardsfshingfoat.com. Hours: Mon - Fri 5 am - 10 pm; Sat 5 am - 10 pm; Sun 6 am - 9 pm 500 N. Marquette Rd, Prairie du Chien, WI located next to Design Building Materials (608) 326-5555 Wisconsin Hunting & Fishing Licenses & Bait Piccadilly Pizzas & Subs, Breakfast Pizza & Sandwiches Liquor, Beer & Wine Ice DH BP NORTH Enjoy a Famous EDDIES BURGER Plus Assorted SANDWICHES SOUPS & APPETIZERS! 11 Varieties of Micro & Imported Draught Beer Featuring Guiness & Harp Open Daily at 11 am - Serving Late! 800 S. Marquette Rd., 326-6625 Prairie du Chien, WI Sports Unlimited Campground BARNYARD 9 Enjoy our challenging 9-Hole Course Carts available. 9 & 18-Hole Rates Available Club House & Bar 32750 County K, 3 miles north of Prairie du Chien, WI (608) 326-2141 BOBS TOWING & REPAIR 450 Cliff Haven Road Prairie du Chien, WI Heavy, Light Duty Towing - Auto & Truck Local & Long Distance Hauling Tractor & Trailer Repair Complete Auto & Light Truck Repair A/C Service TiReS BATTeRieS SHoCkS MuffLeRS We offer Tune-Ups, Exhausts, Brake Work & More! (608) 326-6716 24 HouR ToWiNG The Trail of Presidents, a tree planting project that has connected to the community the 22 presidents who have lived in or visited Prairie du Chien, are located on St. Feriole Island, adjacent to the Mississippi River Sculpture Park. The public is invited. This special project of the St. Feriole Island Memorial Gardens has brought nature and history together by recognizing each of the 22 U.S. presidents with either a white or red oak tree. Each tree is marked with a plaque that explains the presidents tie to Prairie du Chien and the name of the local person(s), club or business who sponsored the tree. The oak tree represents Americas national tree. The original vision for the project started with a simple idea from Prai- rie du Chien resident, John Mundt. He approached local green thumbs Tom and Cathie Nelson to help implement this American Dream. The presidents included in the trail are Andrew Jackson, William Henry Harrison, Zachary Taylor, Millard Fillmore, James Buchanan, Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, James Garfeld, Grover Cleve- land, Benjamin Harrison, William McKinley, Woodrow Wilson, Calvin Coolidge, Herbert Hoover, Harry S. Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Richard M. Nixon, Jimmy Carter, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. Also included is the only president of the Confederacy, Jeferson Davis, who was stationed in the community early in his military career. President of Mexico, Vicente Fox, was educated at Campion Jesuit High School. The Trail of Presidents is associated with the Trees of History pro- gram on St. Feriole Island. Many notable people have lived here or stopped here on their journeys. These programs have matched selected people with trees that help tell their stories. Trees represent Trail of Presidents who have visited or resided in Prairie du Chien Area Attractions 2014 Page 17
Living History Re-enactment Commemorating Wisconsins Only War of 1812 Battle www.villalouis.org 608-326-2721 Tourism Info: www.prairieduchien.org 800-732-1673 July 19-20, 2014 Tour the 1814 Military Camps/Demonstrations Narrated Battle: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 2:30 p.m. Evening Ball with live period music Saturday Archaeological Dig of Fort Crawford Battle of Prairie du Chien exhibits at Admission Charged Fort Crawford Museum Many more events/activities associated with the Bicentennial Celebration held May through October. Check out the Villa Louis website to see more. Learn how the British won the battle but lost the territory that became the state of Wisconsin.... on the ONLY War of 1812 Wisconsin battlefeld, now the lawn of the Villa Louis estate. Save Money. Live Better. SUPERCENTER at We have what you need for your vacation & travel planning! Open 24 Hours - 7 Days a Week Looking To Get The Most Out Of Your Money? Shop With Us! Visit Our Deli For: - Complete Hot Meals - Lunch Meats - Bulk Cheeses - Salads - Desserts & More! 38020 U. S. Hwy. 18 South, Prairie du Chien, WI 608-326-2408 Prairie du Chien Area Attractions Barnyard 9 Golf Course 32800 County Road K, Prairie du Chien. (608) 326-2141 Hours: Open daily. Bear Foot Bay Indoor Water Park 1801 Cabelas Lane, Prairie du Chien, located in Country Inn and Suites. (608) 326-5700 Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Cassville Car Ferry Located in Cassville, Wisconsin. (608) 725-5180 Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., but call ahead; ferry is closed during high waters. Fort Crawford Museum 717 S. Beaumont Road, Prairie du Chien. (608) 326-6960 Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (last tour at 4 p.m.) Hofman Hall 1600 Wacouta Avenue, Prairie du Chien. (608) 326- 7207 Hours vary. Hubbards Fishing Float Located near the Lynxville Lock & Dam #9 at 101 Spillway Road, Harpers Ferry, Iowa. (608) 732-1084 Kickapoo Indian Caverns Highway 60, Wauzeka, 15 miles Southeast of Prairie du Chien. (608) 875-7723 Hours: Tours at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. La Riviere Park 62036 Vineyard Coulee Road, Prairie du Chien. Park info: Dennis Kirschbaum at (608) 326-2718. Horse trails/camping info: Ivan Ho and (608) 326-0005 Hours: 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. Ex- ception for registered campers. Lynxville Lock & Dam #9 Highway 35 North, Lynxville. Mississippi River Sculpture Park and St. Feriole Memorial Gardens St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien. Hours: Open dawn to dusk. Prairie du Chien Country Club US Highway 18, 4.5 miles South of Prairie du Chien. (608) 326-6707; Golfng Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Prairie Fun Land La Point Street, Prairie du Chien. (608) 326-0888 Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. River View Park Observation Deck Located on Highway 35 North, on the Great River Road, Ferryville. Star Cinema Highway 18/35 South, Prairie du Chien. (608) 326-4541 Matinees and evening shows. Villa Louis Historic Site 521 N. Villa Louis Road (St. Feriole Island), Prairie du Chien. (608) 326-2721 Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last tour at 4 p.m.) Wacouta Aquatic Park and Fort Fun 1401 E. Wells, Prairie du Chien. (608) 326-7207 Hours: Call for spe- cifc programing times. Wisconsin Great River Road Hwy 35 along the Mississippi River includes Pierce, Pepin, Bufalo, Trempealeau, La Crosse, Vernon, Crawford and Grant counties. (800) 658-9480 Wyalusing State Park 13801 State Park Lane, Bagley. (608) 996-2261 Hours: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Please note: Hours/rates of area attractions subject to change. Hook & Ladder Family Fishing & Paddling Night: Co- sponsored by the PdC Fire Department and & Great River Paddlers Club. Bring the whole family for a night of hands-on fshing, canoe- ing, and kayaking fun as instruction will be given to those wanting to get a sampling of these great leisure programs. All equipment will be provided. Firemendogs, chips, and beverage included for a great night on the river for all ages at Washington Street Park. Wednesday, June 18, 5:30-7 pm.- Fee: $2 Per Person Pre-registration required. Youth Fishing Derby: Co-sponsored by Prairie Rod & Gun Club and Starks Sports Shop Summer derby: Sunday, July 20 5-7 pm. Fall Fishing Derby: Sunday, Sept. 21 5-7 pm. Equipment & bait avail- able. Call 326-7207 for more information. Fee: $2.00 Per Person Great River Paddlers Club: This club paddles sections of the lower Wisconsin River, Mississippi River backwaters locally in Wis- consin and Iowa, as well as some smaller inland rivers in our area, such as the Yellow and Kickapoo. Sunday paddles begin at 10 am at the designated boat landing and are usually 3 hours long. For further information, contact Sally Marshall at 608-326-0542, or e-mail: ti- gerlilly4434@yahoo.com. Outdoor Adventure Day Camp: This day camp setting on historic St. Feriole Island will allow participants ages 8-12 the op- portunity to learn about how the settlers of PdC lived and how we now enjoy the Mississippi River. Hands-on experiences with archery, fshing and canoeing will make this a fun experience for all. All ses- sions at Washington Street Park and meet Mondays - Thursdays, July 21-24, 1-4 pm. Res. Fees: $20 Non-Res. Fees: $30 Family and youth outdoor recreation in Prairie du Chien Page 18 Area Attractions 2014 OPEN DAILY: May-October 9am-4pm 717 South Beaumont Rd Prairie du Chien, WI 608-326-6960 www.fortcrawfordmuseum.com Owned & operated by the Prairie du Chien Historical Society Site of Second Fort Crawford 1829-1856. Exhibits: Dr. William Beaumont, War of 1812, Civil War Hospitals & Wisconsin Regiments. Mississippi Steamboats, Clamming, Wisconsin Railroads Wyalusing State Park offers great natural beauty, hiking, camping, star gazing, fishing Wyalusing State Park, a 2,674 acre park located on bluf tops 500 feet above the confuence of the Wisconsin and Mississippi rivers, ofers all that one would expect of a state park, plus one additional feature that is unique to the Wisconsin State Park System an observatory. Volunteers at Lawrence L. Huser Astronomy Center ofer astronomy classes to the public, followed by an opportunity to gaze at the stars through the on- site telescopes. In addition to stargazing, Wyalusing ofers a boat ramp, camping and picnic facilities, 12 scenic trails varying in length and dif culty, outstanding birding op- portunities and a fve-mile marked canoe trail. The park naturalist of- fers interpretive programs most weekends from May through mid-October. Guided canoe trips, bird and fower hikes and slide programs are just a few of the pro- grams ofered. Annual sticker fees for this or any Wisconsin State Park are $25 for residents, $35 for non-resi- dents and $10 for senior citizens. Daily fees are $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents. For more information about programs or other services at the park, call (608) 996-2261, visit the website at wyalusing.org or friendsofwyalusingstatepark. blogspot.com. The sixth annual Cajun Fest will be held June 6 and 7 on St. Feriole Island in Prairie du Chien. The Cajun Fest is a celebration of Cajun food and music. The festival runs in conjunction with the annual Earl Mayer Memorial Blackhawk Mile, which will be held on June 6, at 7 p.m. After the run, enthusiasts are encouraged to stay in town and enjoy the wonderful food and, of course, the music of Cajun bands. 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beef patties, 4 strips of bacon, 3 slices of American cheese and mayonnaise, now served on Fresh Baked Buns. 1618 S. Marquete Rd. Prairie du Chien, WI 608-326-2782 Leisure TiMe Formerly Timber Lanes Sports Bar & Bowl ENTERTAINMENT Live Music Karaoke Bowling EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT GREAT PRICES, GREAT FOOD! Catch our Specials! Taco Tuesdays 3/$5 Spagheti Dinners Thurs. $6 Friday Fish Dinners $9 HAPPY HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 11am-6pm $2 Beers $2.50 Rail Drinks $4.00 27 oz. Margaritas or Daiquiris Everyday! The arrival of May means the opening of farmers markets. With weekly markets in Prairie du Chien, Gays Mills, Ferryville, Marquette, McGregor and Monona, area locals and visitors alike will have plenty of opportunities to purchase fresh, locally-grown and made products. Prairie du Chien Prairie du Chien ofers three op- tions: West Side Farmers Market, Prairie Street Farmers Market and Blackhawk Junction Farmers Mar- ket. The West Side Farmers Market is located to the east of the Main Street/U.S. Highway 18 and Wiscon- sin Street intersection, across from the Tourist Information Center. It is open every Saturday and Sunday, from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. from May through October. Jim and Barb Fox, of Monona, Iowa, are in their 10th season of providing fresh produce, fowers, plants, baked goods, small crafts and more to customers shop- ping their market. Their hanging baskets, sweet Missouri peaches and Gays Mills apples are among the most popular items at their market throughout the season, though their produce and other oferings are as vast and fresh as any other. Weve had people from all over the world at our market, Jim Fox said. Places like Russia, Australia, Japan, South Africa, Sweden, Ha- waii. Its exciting to see where our customers come from and talk to them about why theyre here. The Prairie Street Farmers Mar- ket is held each Saturday from 7:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. in the parking lot next to Sports World at the Black- hawk Avenue/Beaumont Road inter- section. This is the markets ffth sea- son, which spans from May through October. Depending on the season, youll fnd diferent varieties of local- ly produced fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese, eggs, bakery products, cider, maple syrup, honey, fowers, herbs and prepared foods made with local ingredients. Live entertainment at the market is the third Saturday of every month, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. For more information, visit prairies- treetfarmersmarket.com or fnd the market on Facebook. The Blackhawk Junction Farm- ers Market is open on Blackhawk Avenue East every Saturday, from Plants, produce aplenty at area farmers markets 6:30 to 11:30 a.m., from mid-May through mid-September. Barb Fox also runs this market, which carries many of the same items as the West- side market. Gays Mills The Gays Mills Farmers Market, which launches May 14, will be held each Wednesday, from 2:30 to 6 p.m., in the Gays Mills Lions shelter on Main Street near the bridge. Vendors will bring organic and sustainably grown vegetables and fruits, honey, cheese and goats milk products, jams, jellies, pickles and other preserved products. They will also have vegetable and bedding plants. You can fnd snacks and supper items, as well as rolls and other baked goods. Seasonal recipes are provided and special events are announced throughout the season. Ferryville Ferryvilles Market in the Park opens for the 13th season in Sugar Creek Park, Highway 35 on the south side of Ferryville. This year it will open on Friday, May 16, as part of Rummage along the River. Then it will be every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through October, weather permitting. The market is truly a farmers market with Amish produce, baked goods, quilts and baskets every week. Vendors will also have crafts and resale items. Crawford County food vouchers are redeemable at any of the vendors throughout the year. Vendors are always welcome and local plants and produce are espe- cially desirable as they become avail- able. Page 20 Area Attractions 2014 Great Shopping THE CANNERY 300 N. Marquette Road, Prairie du Chien, WI www.thecannerygifts.com Over 30,000 sq. ft of Classic Country & Primitive Decor Now Located in THE CANNERY! Rustic Outdoor Decor 608.326.6518 THE PRODUCE PATCH Womens Casual Wear 330 N. Marquette Road, Prairie du Chien, WI 608.326.6516 OUR NECK
of the WOODS 7 Days a Week 300 N. Marquette Rd, Prairie du Chien, WI 608.326.6518 Coffeehouse & Eatery Specialty Coffee & Espresso Drinks Fruit Smoothies & Assorted Teas Sandwiches, Soups & Salads Fresh Baked Goods & Desserts Wireless Internet Childrens Play Area 204 W. Blackhawk Ave., Historic Downtown Prairie du Chien, WI 53821 (608) 326-7467 Simply Prairie Villa Rendezvous a great time for all There are many colorful characters at the Prairie Villa Rendezvous each June. Prairie du Chien, the second oldest city in Wisconsin, has many events throughout the summer that celebrate the areas rich his- tory and none is bigger than the Annual Prairie Villa Rendezvous. The Rendezvous with its many colorful re-enactors will send visi- tors back to a Prairie du Chien as it looked in the early 1800s as a fur trading town along the trade route of the Mighty Mississippi, where settlers, soldiers, Native Americans, the French and the British co-mingled as they shaped American History. The Rendezvous begins this year on June 12, but the vast ma- jority of activities are held on June 13, 14, and 15. The Rendezvous attracts hundreds of participants and thousands of visitors each year for three days of early 1800s reenactment. Participants re-enact the ren- dezvous that took place more than 200 years ago near where the stately grounds of the Villa Louis is now located on St. Feriole Island. Mountain men, fur trap- pers, fur traders and others came from throughout the continent to trade with the Native Americans and each other, and in the pro- cess, were known to have a rootin tootin good time as competitions such as shooting, knife throwing and hatchet throwing naturally cropped up. These competitions also exist today and visitors can view the black powder rife shoot, hawk throw, knife throw, primitive bow shoot and a baking contest as well as demonstrations of blacksmith- ing, arrowhead carving, beadmak- ing and many others. Visitors are also treated to ear- ly musical styles, square dancing, Native American hoop dancing and music. Most participants stay in au- thentic lodges or tents but there are lots available for modern camping accommodations, in- cluding RVs. The Prairie Villa Rendezvous is one of the largest trade rendez- vous in the Midwest. For more information, call 608-822-6916. Area Attractions 2014 Page 21 This year marks the 200th an- niversary of the Battle of Prairie du Chien (1814), which was the only battle of the 32-month War of 1812 to be fought on Wiscon- sin soil. The British won the battle but eventually lost the territory that became the state of Wiscon- sin. To commemorate the citys role in this historic confict, a lo- cal Bicentennial Committee is planning events and awareness ef- forts for the public to enjoy this spring, summer and fall. There will be many fun events as part of the Bicentennial Cel- ebration. One will be able to see and experience people, structures, happenings that are unique to Prairie du Chien. Many, such as the homes, cemeteries, and bat- tlefeld cannot be found anywhere else in Wisconsin or the upper Mississippi area, said Mary An- toine, president of the Prairie du Chien Historical Society. What we have is unique, worthy of brag- ging rights. There are not many places where one can drive just a few blocks and visit early French- Canadian log houses, see a battle between Americans and British, walk the same grounds as Black Hawk and William Clark (and Ze- bulon Pike, Zachary Taylor, Jefer- son Davis, Ulysses S. Grant, Elea- nor Roosevelt, to name just a few of the national fgures who have been in Prairie du Chien.) The War of 1812 Battle of Prairie du Chien reenactment, July 19 and 20, chronicles the events through live action of the assault by a British garrison on U.S. Fort Shelby in the summer of 1814. Beginning at 7 p.m. on Satur- Bicentennial Celebration to honor the War of 1812 Battle of Prairie du Chien The War of 1812 Battle of Prairie du Chien is commemo- rated every year on the historic Villa Louis grounds on St. Feriole Island. This year, in celebration of the bicen- tennial of the 1814 battle, the historic re-enactment will take place (July 19-20) at the Villa Louis once again. But also, a multitude of unique and historical events are be- ing planned or restructured this year to honor the bicen- tennial and involve the public in the enjoyment. day, July 19, and on Sunday, July 20, at 2:30 p.m., men and women dressed in period clothing depict- ing U.S. military personnel, the French military, the British mili- tary and Native Americans will reenact the battle at Fort Shelby. The event is not only entertaining for the whole family, it is very edu- cational as well, as a commentator describes the scene as the battle unfolds before your eyes and ears. One also learns about the events that led up to the battle, the bat- tles aftermath, and why Prairie du Chien was strategic to both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. A small group of American sol- diers eventually lost the battle, which was fought in large part over control of the booming fur trade during that period. There were no casualties but there were wound- ed, including an American soldier who had his fngers chopped of by a Native American. The victo- rious British commander renamed Fort Shelby after himself as Fort McKay. After the war ended, the British burned down the fort be- fore feeing the area. The United States once again took control in 1816 and rebuilt the fort as Fort Crawford. In addition to the reen- actment of the battle, visitors can tour throughout the morning the camps of the Americans and Brit- ish as soldiers conduct exercises, raise fags and undergo marching drills in a manner depicting life in the military camps of 1814. For more information, call (608) 326-2721 or visit villalouis. wisconsinhistory.org. Sunday, June 29, 1:30 p.m., Bits and Pieces Celebrate the bicentennial of the Battle of Prairie du Chien with music by Mike McCoy, of Prairie du Chien, and a pre- sentation on the newly restored pattern 1827 Cannon. It will be unveiled and fred for the frst time since the Civil War. Sat., July 12, War of 1812 Music and History Villa Louis will kick of a week of War of 1812 programs with patriotic-music and a historical performance on its west lawn. Learn what was going on during the War of 1812 from Dolley Madison. Free of charge. Bring your lawn chair and picnic basket. Fri., July 11 - Fri., July 18, Villa Louis Walking Tours Daily morning walking tours of St. Feriole Island and the Villa Louis. Learn about the people and the land at the cen- ter of the Battle of Prairie du Chien. Tours include a stop at the planned archaeological dig taking place on the Villa Louis lawn, working with the remains of Ft. Shelby and Old Ft. Crawford. Reservations required, space is limited. Admission fee (includes tour of Villa Louis). Sun., July 13, 2 p.m., Thurs., July 17, 4 p.m., Cruises Learn more about the war of 1812 Battle of Prairie du Chien as you cruise on the Mississippi River. Villa Louis is part- nering with Mississippi Explorer Cruises to ofer this unique take on local history. Admission fee. mississippiexplorer.com. Sept. 12-13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cannons at the Fort Annual living history event at the Fort Crawford Museum. Historic interpreters present life in Prairie du Chien from the time of the fur trade through the Civil War with Native American storytelling, music and dancing, craft demonstra- tions, open-fre cooking, and musket and cannon fring. More 200th Anniversary Events Page 22 Area Attractions 2014 W e l c o m e t o
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Theres a rea- son why people are coming from 30 states and a couple foreign countries to Prairie du Chien for this event. This years headliners include singer/guitarist Samantha Fish Fri- day at 11 p.m. and Canadian blues/ rock guitarist Anthony Gomes Saturday at 10:30 p.m. Gomes has played the Prairie Dog before. The main stage lineup for 2014 includes: Friday, July 25: 5 p.m.-Big N Tasty, 7 p.m.-Howard & The White Boys, 9 p.m.-Southern Hos- pitality, 11 p.m.-Samantha Fish. Saturday, July 26: 12:30 p.m.- TBA, 2:30 p.m.-The Cashbox Kings, 4:30 p.m.-Jimmi & the Band of Souls, 6:30 p.m.-Lil Ed & the Blues Imperials, 8:30 p.m.-Carolyn Wonderland, 10:30 p.m.-Anthony Gomes. Every year, some of the coolest, most interactive bands perform on stage in the beer tent. One band each day is featured in the tent in between main stage sets. This year, Fridays tent band will be the Ori Naftaly Band (from Israel), while Saturdays will be the Lionel Young Band. In the spacious park-like setting of St. Feriole Island, the Prairie Dog is a place where the cold drinks, special- ty foods and friendly people are aplenty. For more information about the festival, including entry into the bean bag and vol- leyball tournaments held on the fest grounds, visit www.prairiedog- blues.com or fnd the festival on Facebook. All music lovers will dig Prairie Dog fest You wont fnd a more laid-back festival than the Prairie Dog Blues Festival on St. Feri- ole Island in Prairie du Chien. This years event will be July 25-26. Area Attractions 2014 Page 23 Riverside Square, Hwy. 18 South, Prairie du Chien, WI (608) 326-5111 Open 6 am - 10 pm Zinkle's Full Service Meat Department: Fresh cuts every day Complete Deli: Fresh Salads, Fried or Rotisserie Chickens & Daily Meal Specials Full Service Floral: The Blooming Basket carries unique gift ideas & everyday fresh fowers Along with Groceries Liquor Video Rentals & More! 39 th Annual Prairie Villa RENDEZVOUS FATHERS DAY WEEKEND St. Feriole Island Prairie du Chien , WI June 12, 13, 14 & 15, 2014 Sponsored by Big River Long Rifes, Inc. In Cooperation with the City of Prairie du Chien Local Advertising Funded by Upper Mississippi Gaming Corp. BRING THE ENTIRE FAMILY ~ RELAX & ENJOY ONE OF THE LARGEST TRADE RENDEZVOUS IN THE MIDWEST Traditional Period Furniture Clothing Crafts Blacksmith Pottery Food Music Educational Demonstrations Native American Wedding Knife n Hawk Throw Black Powder Competition Womens Games Cooking Contest Childrens Games Prizes Old Tyme Photos SPECIAL MUSIC BY RICHARD (BLACKHAWK) KAPUSTA SATURDAY, JUNE 14 - 1:00PM, 8:30PM SUNDAY, JUNE 15 - 1:30PM PRIMITIvE & MoDERN CAMPSITES AvAILABLE (Registration Fees Do Apply) For more information call (608) 326-6379 or 563-873-3648 email: brlrendv@gmail.com Tourist Info: 1-800-732-1673 www.prairieduchien.org General Adm ission FREE! Open To The Public! Journey back to the 1840s with trappers & fur traders as they re-enact rendezvous life and times... New disc golf course Visitors to the Prairie du Chien area this summer have numerous events and outdoor activities to choose from. Something new that people might wish to try their hand at is the disc golf course on St. Feriole Island. The 18-hole course was completed last year with funds raised by the Prairie du Chien Kiwanis Club. Disc golfers of all ages can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the pleasant grounds of St. Feriole Island while making pars, birdies, and hopefully not too many bogies. The disc golf course is free. Golfers can use their own discs or rent them from the Parks and Recreation Department. (326-7207) Come to Prairie du Chien and catch a fsh as big as you are! The fshing is world class in Pool 10 as evidenced by this big fathead catfsh. World class fshing 4 miles north of Prairie du Chien on Hwy. 35 open daily at 11 am (Closed Monday) New lunch special: Gourmet Grilled Cheese Full menu served all day 1/2 lb. burgers to 14 oz. ribeye Peel & eat shrimp or Cajun shrimp Friday night fsh fry Saturday night prime rib 608-326-6907 Join us for a drink on our new deck overlooking the blufs and enjoy our new waterfall Page 24 Area Attractions 2014 A lot for everyone to enjoy at Prairie du Chien area parks Ef gy Mounds National Mon- umentThe monument is located three miles north of Marquette, Iowa, of Highway 76 and is open year round. Ef gy Mounds Na- tional Monument was established on Oct. 25, 1949, by President Trumans proclamation to preserve outstanding examples of a prehis- toric American Indian mound building culture. This culture regularly constructed mounds in the shapes of mammals, birds and reptiles. The monument contains 2,526 acres with 206 mounds of which 31 are ef gies. The visitor center contains museum exhibits, a video presentation, and book sales outlet. Visitors may look at the mounds, see spectacular views from blufs along the Mississippi River and experience more than 100 acres of prairie by walking along some of the 14 miles of hik- ing trails. In the summer months, ranger led programs are available. Phone (563) 873-3491, ext. 202. Harpers Ferry, Iowa. www.nps.gov. efmo. St. Feriole IslandLocated on the west side of Prairie du Chien and accessed via Blackhawk Avenue or Washington Street, this is the site of the earliest Euro- American settlement on the Up- per Mississippi, the island evolved into the citys colorful Fourth Ward. Persistent fooding in the 1960s and 70s prompted reloca- tion of more than 100 homes and businesses resulting in the island becoming a public park. Today it features numerous historic sites, event venues and recreational op- portunities, including the Villa Louis Historic Site, Mississippi River Sculpture Park and St. Feri- ole Island Memorial Gardens. The island hosts many special events throughout the season. St. Feriole Island is an ideal destination for walking, biking, picnicking, bird- watching and boating. To reserve park shelters, contact the city of Prairie du Chien at (608) 326- 7207. La Riviere ParkA 300-acre city park managed for its natural beauty and wildlife, provides six miles of hiking trails, nature view- ing, bird watching, cross-country skiing, archery area, free primitive camping, picnic area, and shelter house. The barn can be rented for special activities and events. Horse camping (in designated area) with water and 30 electrical hookups on a frst come frst serve basis. No reservations. Donations accepted. For horse trail condi- tions, call (608) 326-0005 or (608) 734-3692. Horse camp at 62048 Vineyard Coulee Rd., Prai- rie du Chien. www.lariviereriders. com. Lawler ParkLocated on the west side of St. Feriole Island in Prairie du Chien, this park fea- tures gardens, picnicking and a river walk with interpretive mark- ers detailing the many layers of Prairie du Chien history. The park is named for railroad tycoon, busi- nessman and philanthropist John Lawler, best known for building an innovative pontoon railroad bridge. Picnic shelters may be re- served by calling the city parks de- partment at (608) 326-7207. Pikes Peak State ParkOne of Iowas most beautiful state parks located on the highest bluf of the Mississippi River. Popular scenic overlook. A favorite spot of photographers who take majestic shots of two great rivers in any season or weather. Also contains 77 campsites, picnic grounds, waterfall, hiking and nature trails. Named for Lt. Zebulon Pike, Army surveyor of the Mississippi in 1805 who suggested a fort be built on this site. The park does not charge an entrance fee. 15316 Great River Road, McGregor, Iowa. (563) 873-2341. Mount HosmerA 25-acre wooded park overlooking the Mississippi River at Lansing, Iowa. Spectacular views of the river and its backwaters as well as vistas of three states can be seen from two overlooks. The bridge at Lansing, 30 miles north of the Marquette-Jolliet Bridge in Prairie du Chien, is the northern gateway to Crawford County. Nelson Dewey State Park Located in Cassville, the park fea- tures a panoramic overlook of the Mississippi River. Indian mounds, camping, hiking, bird and wildlife observation area. Park informa- tion: (608) 725-5374. Camping reservations (888) 947-2757. Yellow River State Forest One of the nations most pictur- esque regions, with 8,500 acres of timbered hills and valleys, this destination is located north of Marquette, Iowa, just of High- way 76. Biking trails, hiking trails, equestrian trails, plus many miles of snowmobile and cross-country ski trails. Picnic and camping ar- eas. Open for hunting and fsh- ing. Open year round. (563) 586- 2254. Upper Miss RefugeThe Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge provides many opportunities to hunt, fsh, camp, watch wildlife or enjoy a lazy afternoon. Highlights in the Prairie du Chien area include the Sturgeon Slough Hiking Trail, (one mile trail) accessed from the rest stop located on Highway 18 be- tween Prairie du Chien and Mar- quette. The McGregor District Of ce is located along Business Highway 18 between Marquette and McGregor, Iowa. Displays and information at the District Of ce. www.fws.gov/midwest/Mc- Gregor. (563) 873-3423. Wacouta Aquatic Park & Fort FunOutdoor swimming pool with water slide, open mid June through mid August. Picnic area, playground, volleyball courts and horseshoe pits. (608) 326-8071. 1401 E. Wells St., Prairie du Chien. Wyalusing State ParkThis park is located 10 miles south of Prairie du Chien. Features views of the historic junction of the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers, where Marquette and Jolliet land- ed in 1673. The park, established in 1917, now encompasses 2,628 acres. Park amenities: 109 family campsites, indoor group camping facilities, picnic facilities, 22 miles of hiking and nature trails, scenic overlooks, canoe and kayak rent- als, bicycle paths, and cross-coun- try skiing grails. Open year round. (608) 996-2261. The most unique atmosphere in the second oldest city in Wisconsin. Friday Night Fish Fry Saturday Night Prime Rib Fresh Salad Bar Sandwiches Broasted Chicken Steaks Pizza Seafood Full Bar Nightly Specials & More! 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ATM - ICE - BEER - POP KRACHEY'S Open 24 Hours/7 Days a Week Pizza Snacks Showers Lounge Fax Laser 4000 Touchless Car Wash Manual Truck & Car Wash E-85 Gas Theres something for everyone at the Crawford County Fair at the Fair- grounds in Gays Mills. This year, the fair will be held from Aug. 6-10. Bring the whole family for some good old, wholesome hands-on fun and learning experiences. More information can be found at (608) 326-0224 or at www. crawfordcountywisconsinfair.com. Learning and fun at Crawford County Fair Kickapoo Indian Caverns the Midwests largest show cave Kickapoo Indian Caverns, a centuries-old shelter used as much as 300 years ago by the Kickapoo Indians, is the largest show cave in the Midwest, including Cave of the Mounds. Records of the cave date back to the 1800s. The Kickapoo Indians were closely related to the Sauk and Fox tribes. Many Native American rel- ics were found in the cave and are on display in the cave museum. The caves walls and ceilings glisten with onyx and include a stalactite chamber, the majestic Cathedral Room which features a mastadon leg bone in the 60-foot tall ceiling, the Turquoise Room, the Chamber of Lost Waters and a subterrean lake as well as many other unique features. Visitors walk along safe, well- lit concrete paths. Educational guided tours are ofered from Memorial Day weekend through Oct. 31. Tours (no one-person tours) begin at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. daily. The facility is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Admis- sion to the museum is free with cave admission. The Kickapoo Indian Caverns are located of scenic Highway 60, two miles west of Wauzeka and 15 miles east of Prairie du Chien. For more information call (608) 875-7723 or visit www.kickapooindian- caverns.com. Page 26 Area Attractions 2014 Camping Boating golfing Swimming Recreational Paradise! 32750 County Road K, Prairie du Chien, WI 608-326-2141 Campground has 350 campsites. All sites have sewer, electricity & water. Approved by: AAA Wheelers Woodalls Facilities & Amenities 32 Par Golf Course Full Service Marina Swimming Pool & Wading Pool Basketball Court Volleyball Arcade Room Convenience Store Cabin Rentals Planned Activities Boat Launch Full Hook-Ups Hot Showers & Clean Restrooms Laundry Room Bar & Grill Bait Shop If youre looking for a theme park adventure and you dont want to drive for hours to fnd a fun at- traction that fts the whole family, consider making Prairie Fun Land your destination. Located on Paquette Street just of the Highway 18 Bypass in Prairie du Chien, Prairie Fun Land ofers a variety of entertain- ing activities and rides, including an 18-hole miniature golf course, a 250-yard golf driving range, go- kart racing on an 1,100-foot race track, electric bumper cars, bum- per boats in water, a Water Wars water balloon fght game, Jump- shot trampoline basketball, arcade games with prizes, food and much more. The attraction is open through Memorial Day on Fridays from 2 to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. After Memorial Day, the grounds are open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. until Labor Day. Thrill seekers visiting Prairie Fun Land can purchase tickets to enjoy each of the activities. Group rates are available if people call 24 hours in advance. On Thursdays from 6-9 p.m., an unlimited ride pass can be purchased for those enthusiasts who wish to go on a spree for the evening. There are also several party packages for groups interested in taking advantage of Prairie Fun Lands private, all-occasion room. Randy and Paula Sheckler pur- chased Prairie Fun Land from Ken Hess in May of 2012. Together with their son and manager, Kurt Sheckler, they have worked to make their new business a true destination local and tourist fami- lies. They added the bumper boats for youth 18 months and older last year as well as the exciting Jumpshot basketball activity. They also welcome children under 5 to golf and take a ride in a go-kart for free with a paying adult. We have something for the little kids up through adults. We really want to make it so the whole family can have a good time, Paula Sheckler said, adding that people come from a 90-mile radius to enjoy the park. Local people who have never checked it out need to come out this summer, Sheckler said. They dont have to drive to Wisconsin Dells for a day-trip or a family vacation, they can just come and spend a couple of hours with us. For more information, visit prairiefunland.com. A good family time at Prairie Fun Land Among the many attractions available for fun-seekers at Prairie Fun Land is the popular go-kart race track. 17th Annual Prairie Dog Blues Festival Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin 2 Stages! 12 Bands! July 25 & 26, 2014 Order Online - Tickets & Camping www.prairiedogblues.com or 888-567-1567 CAMP ON-SITE WITH HUNDREDS OF OTHERS! 1 2
& U n d e r F R E E ! Phone Lines Open June 1 Carolyn Wonderland Lil Ed & The Blues Imperials Samantha Fish Anthony Gomes Area Attractions 2014 Page 27 Your Party Starts Here! LIQUOR CHEESE Open Daily 9 am Coldest Beer in Town Walk-In Beer & Wine Caves Huge Wine Selection Many Varieties of Cheese sales @quality-beverages.com 37461 Hwy, 18 Prairie du Chien, WI 608-326-7777 FACEBOOK FIND US ON Fresh Cheese Curds Every Friday! Visit us in our large, air-conditioned dining room when you attend these upcoming events: Rendezvous, Blues Fest, Country on the River & Carriage Classic 936 S. Marquette Rd., Prairie du Chien, WI 608-326-4688 Open Mon-Fri at 7am; Sat & Sun at 8am Winneshiek Bar & Grill County K - 3 Miles North of Prairie du Chien, WI 608-326-2888
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Where the FOOD is as great as the VIEW! Dine Outside on our Large Deck with Tiki Bar Open at 6 am, 7 Days a Week serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Prairie du Chien area golf courses offer plenty of challenging and fun holes. For those who get their kicks chasing the little white ball, Prai- rie du Chien ofers a pair of beau- tiful golf courses, one on each end of town. Golfers visiting the Prairie du Chien area often enjoy a nice round of golf in the spring and summer months including April, May, June, July and August. Six miles south of the city at 38485 Highway 18, lies The Prai- rie du Chien Country Club, one of the most scenic courses in the area. Prairie du Chien Country Club is open from March through No- vember as weather permits and ofers 18 challenging holes with watered fairways. A practice green and driving range are also avail- able where golfers may work out the kinks before hitting the links. Prairie du Chien Country Club is open to the public all week long. On Wednesdays, ladies have preference for tee times, while on Thursdays, the men have prefer- ence. Annual events include the Me- morial Day Scramble, Nite Glow Ball and the Ladies Invitational. The club also caters to small wed- dings and other special occasions. For additional information, prospective linksters can call (608) 326-6707. Another beautiful golf course is The Barnyard Nine, located three miles north of Prairie du Chien at 32800 County K. The Barnyards huge silo can be easily seen from Highway 35 North and serves as a beacon to prospective golf- ers. Linksters can also get to The Barnyard Nine by heading north on North Main Street from down- town Prairie du Chien. Boaters on the Mississippi River will also fnd the course easily accessible. Before or after golfng, one can sit on the deck bordering The Barnyards spacious clubhouse and watch the mallards as they frolic about the pond, where fsh can also be seen swimming. The Barnyard Nine features a putting green and benches on all nine holes. Golfers may enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and a tasty meal at The Barn Restaurant dur- ing the evening following their round of golf. A number of celebrities have played at The Barnyard Nine, including astronaut Mark Lee and NBA basketball player Raef LaFrentz. Open from March to Novem- ber, The Barnyard Nine can be reached at (608) 326-4941. Great golfing in Prairie du Chien Page 28 Area Attractions 2014 608-326-0888 prairiefunland.com OPEN DAILY 10AM-10PM MEMORIAL DAY TO LABOR DAY WEEKENDS IN MAY, SEPT. & OCT. Hwy 18, Prairie du Chien GO KARTS with 1100-Foot Race Track! 18-Hole
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The website is www.villalouis.org The Villa Louis Mansion and Grounds Area Attractions 2014 Page 29 HUBBARDS FISHING FLOAT & CAFE Below Lock & Dam 9, Lynxville, WI Spend a day fshing for... Walleye Bass Catfish Panfish on the scenic Mississippi River! ~ Fishing supplies & food available ~ For Reservations, call Bill Hubbard at 608-732-1084 Open daily at 11 am - Carryouts Available Visa, Discover & M/C Accepted 214 W. Blackhawk Ave., Downtown Prairie du Chien, WI (608) 326-0639 Serving Sandwiches, Salads, Pasta, Steaks, Fajitas & Seafood Youll Love Our Homemade Appetizers! Relax at the bar - try our Jumbo Margaritas The Fort Crawford Museum complex at Prairie du Chien, fo- cuses on local history with an em- phasis on Fort Crawford and Dr. William Beaumont. Prairie du Chiens history is particularly unique because of its strategic location near the Wis- consin and Mississippi Rivers. Prairie du Chien is the scene of many events of national signif- cance, beginning with Marquette and Jolliets visit in 1673. The U.S. Government autho- rized the building of the Second Fort Crawford in 1828, to replace the original fort built on St. Feri- ole Island in 1816. The new fort was constructed with native stone above the food plain. The frst fort, being made of wood, had fre- quently been ravaged by fooding of the Mississippi River. When completed, the fort spread out for several blocks and housed a garrison of several hundred U.S. Army troops. Its purpose was to settle problems amongst the Indian Tribes or be- tween Indians and whites on the frontier of the United States. Un- til 1856 it functioned as a mili- tary fort and then as a recruiting station during the Civil War. After 1856 it served other purposes un- til it fell into disrepair. A determined group known as the Daughters of the American Revolution purchased the prop- erty in 1925. The hospital portion of the Fort was reconstructed in 1933. It remains today as one part of the Fort Crawford Museum. The State Medical Society of Wisconsin owned and operated the Museum from 1960 to 1996. At that time they transferred the buildings and collections to the Prairie du Chien Historical Soci- ety. When the time came for the local society to plan for the future of the Museum, it was determined that the main focal point of the Museum would continue to be on Dr. Wm. Beaumonts life and the medical experiments he per- formed. There are three buildings that comprise the Fort Crawford Mu- seum. In the frst building is the Visitors Center, where you will be greeted by knowledgeable and dedicated employees and volun- teers that will help make your The Fort Crawford Museum is located at 717 S. Beaumont Road in Prairie du Chien. visit an informative and pleasant experience. This building houses the Museum Store, which has on hand numerous period items that are meaningful reminders of your visit. We have an extensive col- lection of books and gift items as well. There is also a Visitor Reg- istration book and the only rest- rooms on the grounds are located in this building. The second building is the Fort Crawford Hospital, which is the restored portion of Fort Crawford. The hospital contains a tribute to frontier and military physician, Dr. Wm. Beaumont. This exhibit displays a replicated hospital ward and a large exhibit of medical instruments. It also has a 1900s dentist ofce and a Histo- ry of Military medicine. Dr. Wm. Beaumont performed some of the frst ground-breaking experiment surgical procedures on the gastric system. He had a profound infu- ence on medical procedures as we know them today. These exhibits are a must see for people inter- ested in medical history. In 1999, a very signifcant event happened in Prairie du Chien which had major impact on the Fort Crawford Museum. The second room in the Hospital is devoted to the archaeological dig that took place along Beaumont Road on the front side of the Hos- pital. This exhibit contains an im- pressive diorama, wall mural and paintings. Several artifacts were discovered during the dig as well as the stone foundation that was once the Ofcers Quarters that had been there originally. These items are also showcased for easy viewing. The third building houses many exhibits of interest. There is an exhibit that depicts the clam- ming industry, Native Ameri- can artifacts, a Campion and St. Marys Academy exhibit, along with many others. A relatively new exhibit was put on display three years ago. This exhibit, titled Tracking our Past, celebrates the arrival of the Milwaukee and Mis- sissippi Train to Prairie du Chien in 1857. A large wall mural, paint- ed by local artist John Mundt, serves as the backdrop to railroad artifacts, original certifcates and many other period items that allow the visitor to experience the signifcance of this new form of transportation to this area. Until 1857, the river had played the biggest part of transporting goods, military personnel, and visitors to Prairie du Chien. The future looked brighter, businesses prospered and dreams became broader with the arrival of the Railroad. Exhibits are updated regularly as new artifacts are donated. Mu- seum tours can be done in two ways. A visitor can either do a self- guided tour or upon request can receive a tour with a guide. The Museum is handicap accessible. Picnic tables are on the grounds and light refreshments available in the Museum Store. Hours of operation are from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. seven days a week from May 1 through Octo- ber 31. Special rates are available for groups of 10 or more, students and senior citizens. Each year the Museum has many Special Events that attract visitors, students and families from around the country. More information is available about the Museum and the Spe- cial Events in several ways. Visit at 717 So. Beaumont Rd., Prairie du Chien, WI. 53821 Write to P.O. Box 298, Prairie du Chien, WI. 53821 Call (608) 326-6960 Visit the website: fortcraw- fordmuseum.com Email at ftcrawmu@mhtc.net Brush up on history at Fort Crawford Museum Page 30 Area Attractions 2014 Clayton Ridge Farm Meat Market & Picket Fence Caf 531 S. River Park Dr., Guttenberg, IA 563-252-3820 Hours: 9-4:30 Mon. & Wed.-Sat. Closed Sun. & Tues. www.claytonridgefarm.com Soup, Salads, Sandwiches and The Best Pie West of the Mississippi! NEW ITEM: Gourmet Caramel Corn (Many Flavors) WE CATER TO ALL KINDS OF EVENTS - LARGE & SMALL. From Our Farm To Your Plate! Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. 563-252-1535 Highway 52 310 Pearl Street Guttenberg, IA JR Willie's "Home of the Willie Whopper" Open Monday-Friday at 10 a.m.; Saturday & Sunday at 7 a.m. Owner, Ron Willie Colesburg, IA 563-856-5095 Highway 52 & China St. Guttenberg, IA 563-252-2102 YOUR FULL-SERVICE AUTO REPAIR STATION HOURS: Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sat. 6 a.m.-1 p.m. Complete Body Shop Tire One Dealer 24- Hour Wrecker Service Light Truck & Car Repair "Where President Obama Stopped for Breakfast!!" Rauschs Cafe Rausch Petroleum LTD. Co. by Shelia Tomkins Want advice on a good place to eat? Looking for a spot to camp? Seeking the date and time of Guttenbergs legendary July freworks display? Interest- ed in learning the history of the community? The answer to these and many more questions can be found at the Welcome Center at 323 South River Park Drive in Gut- tenberg. Guttenberg Development & Tourism staf and volunteers ofer hospitality to visitors and helpful answers to inquiries. The ofce is open mornings and afternoons on weekdays, and can be reached at 563-252-2323. The front porch of the Welcome Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There visitors will fnd brochures of many local and area attractions, communities, area maps, menus from local restaurants, information on lodging and camping sites and much more. The local Department of Natural Resources has informa- tion on fshing, hunting and outdoor recreation. Also on display are some photos and history of Guttenberg along with a few fun facts about the community. Welcome to Guttenberg! The Welcome Center in downtown Guttenberg is operated by Gut- tenberg Development & Tourism. Visitors can stop by for answers to questions or to pick up some of the many informative fyers and maps available. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins) by Shelia Tomkins The community of Guttenberg was named in honor of the Father of Printing, Johannes Gutenberg. His iconic Bible, produced in the 1450s, was the frst major book printed with movable type and as such became a defning moment in the advancement of Western civiliza- tion. Only 21 original copies of the Gutenberg Bible exist. The Gutten- berg Public Library, 603 South Second Street, is fortunate to have on display a rare facsimile version which was one of 310 sets printed in Leipzig, Germany in 1913. Visitors are invited to stop by the library and learn more about Gutenberg and the history of printing. Many people incorrectly assume that the Bible was printed in Ger- man. The text is Latin, the language of the Christian church in that era. The double columns are printed in black, with some lines printed in red. Capital letters and headings were ornamented by hand pro- ducing what is known as an illuminated manuscript. Johannes Gutenberg was a native of Mainz, Germany. The facsimile set of two volumes on display at the Guttenberg Public Library came to this community from Mainz more than 50 years ago. Some of the pages show fre damage sustained during Allied bombing of Mainz during World War II. Following the war, Charles Millham, publisher of The Guttenberg Press, made arrangements to purchase the set for display here. The Bible may be viewed during regular library hours: Mondays: 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fridays: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Gutenberg Bible on display Area Attractions 2014 Page 31 By Molly Moser At Shepherd Gallery and Creativity Center, imagina- tion fows like the river. View the work of local artists in the Shepherd Gallery, which sells one-of-a-kind, hand- made gift items. The gallery features work in many media, including glass, pottery, jewelry, photography, and paint- ing. Many of the pieces for sale in the Gallery were made upstairs in the Creativity Center, a public art studio that welcomes artists of all ages and experience levels to paint pottery, hand-dye scarves, make a unique mosaic, create fused glass pendants or dishes, craft beaded jewelry, and much more. Shepherd Gallery and Creativity Center is a nonproft organization providing an after-school program to local students and ofering workshops taught by volunteer staf and local artists. On the frst Friday of each month, the Creativity Center hosts Diva Night - a bring-your-own- beverage event for women who gather and create a spe- cifc project each month. Each month on the second Saturday, the public is also Gallery and public art studio offers fun for all ages invited to attend Canvas Uncorked. This event is held in partnership with Riverside Grind, a local cofeeshop. Participants simply walk in, and three hours later emerge with a fnished acrylic painting. In addition to these monthly events throughout the spring and summer, look for drum circles, sing-alongs, and karaoke in the picturesque outdoor courtyard. Shepherd Gallery and Creativity Center is located ad- jacent to the historic Albertus Building at 214 S. River Park Drive in Guttenberg. For more information, call 563-252-2787. Shepherd Gallery and Creativity Center is a nonproft gallery and public art studio supporting local fne artists, culinary artists, and musicians. The organization holds seasonal events in their colorful outdoor courtyard. (Photo submitted) 39053 Great River Road, Guttenberg, IA www.promiselandwinery.com 563-252-2665 email pat@promiselandwinery.com or cindy@promiselandwinery.com OPEN MONDAY THROUGH SUNDAY PromiseLand Winery, LLC, is a family run operation located in the southern hills of Guttenberg on the Great River Road leading to the Cassville Ferry. Our family invites you to try our wines. Cheers! 9500 sq. ft. venue complete with courtyards, an event room, tasting room with two freplaces, and a wine making facilityl Gift Shops Weekend Entertainment Rent the event room for private parties Outdoor pizza available this summer Find us on Facebook LAKESIDE CAMPGROUND 503 Kosciusko St., Ph. 563-252-4151 Guttenberg, IA North End of Guttenberg - Right off Great River Road Full Service Campground RV or Camper Sites Clubhouse with restrooms and showers, including water, sewer, cable tv, level lots - on the banks of the Mississippi River. Nightly, Monthly or Seasonal Rates. RV or camper sites. Page 32 Area Attractions 2014 Across from City Park at 204 N. Main St. 563-964-2556 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! Sunday-Thursday 6:00am-9:00pm Friday & Saturday 6:00am-10:00pm Broasted Chicken Appetizers Sandwiches Pizza (Now Also Offering Take & Bake Pizzas) In addition to beer & wine you can get all your favorite name brands of Bourbon, Vodka, Schnapps, Rum, Tequila & more! 24 hour Pay at the pump! Open for 2014 Season (May - Nov.?) Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Other times by chance. Phone 563-880-2496; 563-252-2185 27793 Highway 52 North, Guttenberg, IA Location: 4 miles North on Hwy. 52 from Guttenberg 6 miles South of Garnavillo on Hwy. 52 West side of the highway A Unique "Little" Gray Barn flled to the Rafters with "Memories" Visit Deb and Rick this "2014" Season See us on Facebook at Heavenshill WE PICK ALL YEAR LONG! Rick & Deb Hinzman, owners www.heavenshill52northguttenberg.com Heaven's Hill & MORE By Molly Moser Discover historic Guttenberg on foot with Guttenberg De- velopment and Tourism's informational brochure and map of the river town. Settled in 1845, the city of Guttenberg still has much to ofer in the way of 19th-century French and German architecture. With dozens of buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, visitors are sure to discover Guttenberg's rich history in just a few blocks walk. See original features like tin ceilings, and discover which buildings used underground tunnels to the river. The Cassutt Building, located at 428 South River Park Drive, is a popular stop on the walking tour. Originally a saloon, the building is now occupied by Kuempel Hardware. The builder inscribed his name and date of construction, 1895, on the build- ing's face. The Landing, built at 701 S. River Park Drive in 1858, is the last of three stone warehouses that existed along the riverfront. The building served as a button factory from 1910 to 1950, and clam shells with round holes can still be found near the ware- house. Now, The Landing is a riverfront inn and boat landing. The Guttenberg Press, located at 10 Schiller Street, was built in 1863 by the Fleck Brothers as a warehouse for their four milling operation. The building was completely gutted by a fre in 1894, and the limestone remains red-colored in places from the heat of the fre. Walking tour of Guttenberg's historic buildings Pictured from left are Kuempel Hardware, constructed in 1856, the Cassutt Building, built in 1895, Moxie's Mixed Drinks, and the I.O.O.F. building, built in 1904 and used as a factory and later a theater. (Press photo by Molly Moser) While many of Guttenberg's historic buildings have held various businesses over the years, residential locations are also included on the walking tour. For more information about his- toric architecture in Guttenberg or to pick up a copy of the walking tour, visit the Guttenberg Welcome Center at 323 S. River Park Drive. Area Attractions 2014 Page 33 619 S. 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G r i n d 506 S. River Park Dr., Guttenberg, IA Summer Hours: Memorial weekend to end of Oct. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Sun. 8 a.m.-noon 563-252-2522 www.riversidegrind.com Local Wines Free WiFi Specialty Coffees Daily Lunch Specials DAILY WINE TASTING Trust Your Car to the Experts in Diagnostic Service and Repair. Our complete diagnostic and repair center is the smart choice in foreign and domestic automotive repair. We use the latest factory-approved techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to perform diagnostic tests and repairs quickly and correctly. Guttenberg, IA Ph. 563-252-1336 AUTOTEK Service Center "Your Care-Free Driving Is Our Business" 24-Hr. Wrecker & Towing Foreign & Domestic Vehicles Brakes Tuneups Muffers Wheel Alignment Tires Heating & Cooling Systems and much, much more. AUTOTEK Graphic Design New: DIGITAL PRINTING available & vinyl for signs, boats, cars & trucks. By Sharon Wittman The Riverview Caf ofers a taste of Guttenberg and life in a river town. Originally built in the 1800s as a riverboat ware- house, now the Riverview Caf is the best spot in town for watching the river. Enjoy eagles and seagulls, the fshermen in their boats, Lock & Dam #10, and if you are lucky enough, a towboat with its barges may pass by. All this from the comfort of your seat as you enjoy a good meal. The friendly and courteous staf will take your order and have you on your way to their daily soup and salad bar in no time. The weekly lunch specials are sure to please. The Mon- day lunch special is meatloaf with mashed potatoes and gravy. Tuesday's special is hot roast beef open-faced sandwich with mashed potatoes. Wednesday is a two piece chicken dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy. Thursday is soup and salad bar - all you can eat. Friday is pizza bufet - all you can eat. Saturday is cook's choice. Sunday brunch is served 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The caf ofers homemade pizzas. The grill is always on at Riverview Caf, serving a variety of grilled sandwiches and fries for the burger lover. For those watching their weight, they ofer beef, chicken or cheeseburger wraps, or taco salads in a taco shell bowl fried to delicate texture. Ready to please the little ones, Riverview has a kid's menu too. They ofer good supper meals as well, with juicey ribeye steaks, catfsh, seafood delights, and smoked Iowa chops. At Riverview Caf enjoy good food and the river From left, cook Kathy Enders, waitress Alissa Kaufman and co-own- er Roxy Knockel welcome you to the Riverview Caf in Guttenberg where everyone has a window view of the Mississippi and Lock and Dam #10. Not pictured is co-owner Travis Olson. (Press photo by Sharon Wittman) The Riverview Caf is the perfect spot to soak up some local favor. Stop in to unwind, have a good meal and a cocktail, and enjoy the river. Page 34 Area Attractions 2014 703 S. River Pk. Dr., Guttenberg 563-252-1615 email: kann@alpinecom.net THE LANDING..... A RIVERFRONT INN An 1850's limestone building of German architecture. Operated until the 1950's as a button factory, processing river clam shells into "Pearl" buttons. Renovated into a modern inn with century old character. River view rooms and bi-level suites with balconies or patios available. Just steps away. . . Landing 615 Boat docking available with a phone call Gas dock Fishing Barge Pontoon and fat bot- tom boat rental Snacks, pop, bait 106.3 FM Garber, Guttenberg, Marquette, Prairie du Chien hitsandfavorites.com bestcountryaround.com News - Weather - Sports - Farm Markets and Great Country Music Cubs Baseball and Local Baseball and Softball Broadcasts Live Streaming Available at KCTN.com Elkader, IA 52043, Ph. 563-245-1400, Toll Free 888-245-KCTN Welcome Inn Bed & Bath 130 S. River Park Dr., Guttenberg, IA 52052 For reservations call 563-419-0256 or 563-252-1975 Newly remodeled 1-bedroom upstairs suite within walking distance of downtown Guttenberg. Daily or Weekly Rates David & Sheryl Bahls, proprietors by Shelia Tomkins The Lockmasters House Heritage Museum, located on the grounds of Lock and Dam #10 in Guttenberg, is open daily from 12:00-4:00 p.m. from Memorial Day weekend through the fall leaf tour season. Visitors are welcome to view exhibits that preserve the history of the community, Iowas rural heritage, the lock and dam system and the Mississippi River. The museum is located in the former house where the lockmas- ter (or assistant lockmaster) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was previously required to live. The house is the last remaining lockmaster house on its original site on the Upper Mississippi River. It is on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the lock and dam sys- tem. Lock and Dam #10 in Guttenberg was completed in 1935. There were two houses built on the site in 1938 one each for the lock- master and assistant lockmaster. One house has been moved from the site, but the other now serves as a museum. The Corps of Engineers, realizing the historic value of the structure, approached local citizens about the house, and as a result, a group was formed the Gutten- berg Heritage Society to operate the house as a museum. The museum contains many framed photos of early Guttenberg history. In the basement is a photo display of the construction of the River, community history at Lockmasters House Museum The Lockmasters House Heritage Mu- seum, located on the grounds of Lock and Dam #10 in Guttenberg, preserves the heri- tage of community, river and rural life. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins) lock and dam and the lockmaster houses. The house is flled with vin- tage furniture, applianc- es, dishes and textiles from earlier eras. A recent addition was a room that recre- ates the ofce of the late Dr. C.W. Palmer of Gut- tenberg. His desk, medi- cal equipment, medi- cine bottles and papers take one back in time to the era served by this long-time physician. Another recent proj- ect of the Heritage So- ciety was a book flled with photos and interesting anecdotes about local history and spotlighting some of the museums collection. The museum is open in the afternoon, dependent on volunteer availability. To make arrangements for a group tour, phone 563-252- 1531. Area Attractions 2014 Page 35 QUALITY Complete Real Estate Service!!! Phone (563) 252-1144 Fax (563) 252-1151 Email: rightway@alpinecom.net Come Visit Gary on our homepage at www.rightwayrealty.com Gary K. Willman, Broker P.O. 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Providing services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in the communities of Guttenberg, Garnavillo and Edgewood. www.gandgliving.org 563-252-3811 Dr. John Barron And Staff 511 North Bluff St., Guttenberg, IA 563-252-2150 Offce Hours Mon.-Thurs. 9-5; Fri. 9-noon FAMILY DENTISTRY Create Memories in Guttenberg, Iowa Historic Mississippi River Town On Iowa's East Coast WILLENBORG LAWN ORNAMENTS "Concrete is Our Specialty" Celebrating 28 yrs. in business calwillenborg@hotmail.com willenborglawnornaments.com Carol Willenborg 6924 Columbus St., New Vienna 563-921-4275 Closed Monday; Tues.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-3 Sunday by chance or appointment Personalized Stepping Stones & Benches Statues Religious Items Angels Much More! By Molly Moser You may think that in a small river town in landlocked Iowa it would be hard to come by fresh seafood - but Steve Hansel of Deep Blue Seafood, located on Kestrel Avenue, provides access to premium wild caught shrimp, lobster tail, cod loins, and more, all year round. Deep Blue Seafood, in business since 1998, also sells thousands of gallons of oysters each season. "We run to Texas all the time to pick up shrimp and oysters," says Hansel. He admits he went years without trying oysters, but now he enjoys them southern-style - grilled over an open fre and topped with sharp cheddar and hot sauce. New this year, Hansel brings another southern favorite to Clay- ton County. Boudain is a rice and pork product similar to sausage, and if you want to try before you buy, it's being served at Rausch's Cafe in Guttenberg. "Universally, people don't know what it is - but they really like it," says Hansel. Boudain is also being sold at Mur- ray's Outdoor Store on Highway 52. Bacon-wrapped shrimp is another favorite, both in the Midwest and in the south (where it's known as shrimp kisses). Deep Blue Seafood sells shrimp peeled, deveined, and tail on, or with the shell on. It comes in a variety of sizes, from 10 shrimp per pound to up to 20 shrimp per pound. Deep Blue Seafood was started as a wholesale business, and its success comes mainly from selling shrimp, oysters, and cod loins to roughly 130 area businesses. Two years ago, Deep Blue Seafood began ofering products to the public. Deep Blue Seafood by the pound or by the gallon Wild caught lobster tails and size 10 shrimp are just a few of the pre- mium seafood items available through Deep Blue Seafood of Gut- tenberg. (Press photo by Molly Moser) "We carry a variety, so everyone can fnd something they like," Hansel explains. Many of Deep Blue Seafood's products come from the Atlantic and Pacifc Oceans. Crab and cod come from the Bering Sea, pecan meats come fresh from Georgia, and Hansel fshes catfsh from the Mississippi for live purchase. To purchase from Deep Blue Seafood, call 563-252-2811. Though the business is open seven days a week, Hansel is often out on de- livery - so he encourages callers to leave a message. Page 36 Area Attractions 2014 NE Iowa Farm Antique Association Plagman Barn Coming Events June 8 Chicken Dinner & Dance Dinner 11:00 a.m. until all served Dance 12:30 4:00 p.m. Music by Sounds of Nashville
July 13 Country Breakfast Serving 7:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
August 10 Barn Dance & Food Sandwiches & Desserts 11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Dance 12:30 4:00 p.m. Music by Keepin it Country
Sept. 19, 20, 21 33rd Annual Plagman Barn Show Days Demonstrations Daily 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Food, Country Store, Antiques, Kids Activities, Live Music Featuring John Deere Tractors Plagman Barn is located at 28384 Garber Road, Garber, IA 10 miles west of Guttenberg, or 2 miles east of Garber. For more details go to: www.plagmanbarn.com Or call 563-252-2056 By Molly Moser Guttenberg Marine and RV Center has relocated to 31738 Highway 52, and with the new location come some new opportunities for cus- tomers. Owner Brooks Ante has made it his priority to bring more fun to the area with big, fast pontoon boats and items available for rent. He continues to carry both new and used Harris FloteBotes, and has add- ed the Bryant boat line to his inventory. Along with indoor and outdoor storage solutions, Ante ofers pro- pane reflls, winterization service, detailing of RVs and boats, and a retail center featuring a full line of Interstate batteries. The new loca- tion has three service bays and will eventually have a show room. Ante purchased his frst boat in 2008. He grew up fshing in farm ponds near Story City, and has had many ocean fshing experiences in Florida, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Guttenberg Marine and RV Center is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., or by ap- pointment. The ofce can be reached at 563-252-2628, or by emailing brooks@lakedelhimarina.com. All inventory can be viewed online at www.lakedelhimarina.com. New location for Guttenberg Marine and RV Center By Shelia Tomkins The Cassville Car Ferry provides transportation between Iowa and Wisconsin from May through October. It runs between Cassville, Wis., and Turkey River Landing, south of Guttenberg (watch for signs on Highway 52 at Millville). Prior to Memorial Day the ferry runs on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Service expands to seven days a week from Memorial Day to Labor Day with hours of 9:00 a.m.to 9:00 p.m. From Sept. 2 - Oct. 26 the ferry will run on Fridays, Satu- days, Sundays and Mondays only from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The ferry runs only as river conditions permit. Information is avail- able on a 24-hour info line in the city clerks ofce at (608) 725-5180 or by visiting online at www.cassville.org. Catch the Cassville Ferry for a scenic ride across the river The Cassville Ferry runs between Cassville, Wis., and Turkey River Landing south of Guttenberg. (Press photo by Melissa Spielbauer Combs) Guttenberg Marine and RV Center on South Highway 52, Guttenberg, displays their Bryant power boats. These boats are handmade in the Bryant family tradition for 50 years by craftsmen in Sweetwater, Tenn. (Press photo by Sharon Wittman) GARMENTS & GOODS Gently Used Clothing and Household items featuring Hand-Made Wood Furniture from G & G Products and Designer Inspired Purses. Supporting People with Intellectual Disabilities. 420 S. River Park Dr. Guttenberg, Iowa Mon.- Fri. 9-5 p.m. Sat. 8-4 103 N. Locust St. Edgewood, Iowa Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m Two Convenient Locations Area Attractions 2014 Page 37 Murray's Country Garden & Nursery 1402 S. Hwy. 52, Guttenberg, IA 563-252-1838 Fishing Supplies Live bait: worms, night crawlers, crawdads & leeches in season. Seasonal Hunting Supplies Licenses 431 S. River Park Dr., Guttenberg Ph. 252-4405 Ri verview Caf Weekly Lunch Specials Starting at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Brunch 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Bloody Mary's for $3.50 Saturday 11 a.m.-close, and Sunday 9 a.m.-close Summer Hours: Tues.-Thurs. 11-9; Fri.-Sat. 11-10; Sun. 9-2; Mon. 11-2; June 1 opening on Fridays in bar at 11 Guttenberg Farmers Market Enjoy shopping for homegrown produce, honey, coffee, home- made baked goods, crafts, candles, maple syrup and much more at the Saturday morning (8:00-noon) Farmers Market in downtown Guttenberg, along the Mississippi River beginning May 24. Phone 563-252-2323 for more information or log on to guttenbergiowa.net 600 Block of River Park Drive, Guttenberg 903 S. Hwy. 52 Guttenberg, IA 563-252-2020 Jack & Linda Benskin www.jandlmarine.com Mon.-Fri. 8-5; Sat. 8-3 By Sharon Wittman U.S. Lock & Dam #10 at Gut- tenberg is operated by the Army Corps of Engineers of the St. Paul District. The system of Lock & Dams was established to maintain a nine-foot channel for navigation. The Guttenberg Lock & Dam began operations in 1937. It is a 763-feet-long concrete dam with a lock chamber, a second util- ity lock, four roller gates, eight tainter gates and a 6,000-feet- long earth embankment with a 1,200-feet-long spillway. Three barges wide by three barges long can be locked through at one time. The lockman lowers a line to the deckhand in order to pull the barge's big line up and place it over the yellow button on the land-wall. The south end of the barges is then tied down in the same way. The deckhands on duty use fve-feet-long rachets to loosen the cable locks to separate the nine barges that ft in the locks from the back barges and towboat. The gates of the lock chamber are closed. Then the lock operator closes the lower valves and opens the upper valves. Gravity raises the water level in the chamber. The lock operator moves the barges out of the lock chamber with a cable and winch. The lines are then placed over buttons on the View Lock & Dam #10 operations from platform Watch the lock and dam crew go about the business of winching barges through the locks at Lock & Dam #10 in Guttenberg. See the deckhands on a towboat loosen the cable locks and separate the barges locking nine barges through at a time. (Press photo by Sharon Wittman) north guidewall to secure the barges while the rest of the barges lock through. Then the towboat captain pushes the barges together and the deckhands place the cables over the kevels between the barges and ratchet the cable locks tight. And the towboat is ready to leave the locks and be on its way. Guttenberg Farmers Market Fresh produce, baked goods, crafts, plants and other goodies are offered at the Farmers Market held every Saturday morning in down- town Guttenberg in the park along the river. (Press photo by Shelia Tom- kins) Page 38 Area Attractions 2014 casstour@chorus.net 608-725-5855 CASSVILLE CAR FERRY The Fun Way to Cross the Mississippi Operates Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. in May. Service is expanded to 7 days a week Memorial Day to Labor Day from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sept. 2 through Oct. 26, Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday Only 10 a.m.-7 p.m. River conditions permitting. Stonefield Historic Site Nelson Dewey State Park By Melissa Spielbauer Combs Stonefeld Historic Site is a museum of agricultural history and village life open May 25 to Oct. 5. The museum is located one mile north of Cassville, Wis., and hours are daily: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Daily guided tours include the farmhouse on the 1901 farm- stead, Governor Nelson Dewey Estate and farmers store in the ru- ral farming village. The Cassville Car Ferry is the connection between Iowa and Wisconsin, taking people back and forth across the Mississippi. On the Iowa side, take Highway 52 to Millville, (south of Guttenberg), turn east onto C9Y and watch for directional signs. Stonefeld is located on land that was once part of Governor Nelson Deweys agricultural estate. It was developed in the 1860s and consisted of 2,000 acres. In 1936 the farm became part of the Nelson Dewey State Park. In 1952 the Wisconsin Legislature estab- lished the State Farm and Craft Museum to be located on Deweys Stonefeld and administered by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Stonefeld Village opened in 1961 and now has approximately 30 buildings, including a school house, blacksmith shop, frehouse, and saloon. In 1971 a new building, raised on the foundation of Deweys origi- nal sheep barn, opened as the State Agricultural Museum. Today it houses Wisconsins largest collection of farm tools, models, and machinery detailing the states agricultural past. Part of the collection is the 1900 McCormick Auto-Mower, the oldest tractor in North America and the 1932 Allis-Chambers Mod- el U, the frst rubber-tired tractor. Stonefeld continues to enlighten visitors about turn-of-the-cen- tury technology and the agricultural community. Stonefeld Wild West Steampunk Festival May 23, 2014 - May 25, 2014. Go back in time to 1880s Tombstone, Ariz., a town flled with the heroes and villains of the Old West at the Stonefeld Wild West Steampunk Festival. At Stonefeld in Cassville you will see Steampunk lawmen armed with guns, watch the Clantons try- ing to wrest control of Tombstone while Bufalo Bill Cody, Annie Oakley and the Earps stand their ground. They will have hat mak- ing, saloon singing, an inventors exhibition and much more. Visitor Appreciation Day at Stonefeld will be held Sunday, June 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit Stonefeld and enjoy dis- counts on the regular admission. Its their way of showing their ap- preciation for past visitors and welcoming new visitors to the site. This special ofer coincides with statewide free admission to state parks, including Nelson Dewey State Park directly across Highway VV from Stonefeld. Railroad Days will be Aug. 16, - Aug. 17, from 10:00 a.m. to Stonefeld comes to life, bringing the sights and sounds of days gone by. Wagon rides are always popular for visitors at events held at the pioneer village. These two pioneer ladies took a short break to water the horses last summer during Railroad Days. (Press photo by Melissa Spielbauer Combs) Relive the past at Stonefeld Historical Site in Cassville 5:00 p.m. Go back in time to Stonefeld and an era when trains pro- vided the main source of transportation for both people and goods. The day will feature activities and displays related to railroading. Visit the Stonefeld depot, hop up into the Stonefeld caboose, view model railroading trains and stop by the End of the Line hobo camp, where samples of mulligan stew will be available. Great River Road Festival will be Sept. 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In 1938 President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Great River Road along the Mississippi River. The route follows the river for nearly 3,000 miles through 10 states. In 2012 readers of the Hufngton Post voted the Wisconsin section of the Great River Road the Prettiest Drive in America. Stonefeld, one of the Great River Roads interpretive center, will celebrate the history of the roadway with a variety of river-related activities on this day. For more information about events or the site call 608-725-5210 or e-mail: stonefeld @wisconsinhistory.org. GUTTENBERG MARINE & RV CENTER www.lakedelhimarina.com Brooks Ante - owner 31738 Hwy. 52, South of Guttenberg, IA 52052 563-252-2628 brooks@lakedelhimarina.com Harris Flote Bote Bryant Boats Boat Detailing Expanded Retail New & Used Boats & RV's Propane Reflls Interstate Batteries Area Attractions 2014 Page 39 Visi t Shepherd Gallery and Creati vi ty Center Where imagination fows like the ri ver Browse the Gallery to fnd one-of-a-kind pieces made by local art- ists, or visit our public art studio to paint your own pottery, make a unique mosaic, create fused glass pendants, and so much more. Diva Night: First Friday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Canvas Uncorked: Second Saturday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at Riverside Grind Check our calendar for art and music events all summer long! Summer hours: Monday: 10-5 Wednesday through Friday: 10-5 Saturday: 10-3 214 S. River Park Drive Guttenberg, IA www.guttenbergcreativity center.com 563-252-2787 By Molly Moser The newly formed Umbrella Arts group, an initiative of Shepherd Gallery and Creativity Center, is organizing a free, family-oriented summer concert series entitled Guttenbergs River of Music. Concerts will be held every Friday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m during June, July, and August (with the exception of the 4th of July and RAGBRAI). We encourage all residents especially families and visitors to bring their chairs or blanket and a picnic lunch (or restaurant carry- out) to enjoy while listening to live music provided by local musicians, said Juanita Loven, Umbrella Arts chair. Spend a Friday night min- gling with friends and neighbors in our beautiful Ingleside Park, be- tween the bandstand and gazebo. Sherri Oliver, who is helping to organize the River of Music project, is in the process of booking area bands in a variety of musical styles for the series. Umbrella Arts has secured generous sponsorships for this community music program and sponsors will be announced with the full program of performers, expected to be fnalized this month. Look for a full schedule in an upcoming issue of The Press. I dont have any artistic talent, like painting or sculpture, but I love music, said Oliver. She envisioned the ambitious project as an all-ages event combining two of Guttenbergs most scenic assets, the Mississippi River and Ingleside Park, with local musicians. To me, music is something you can enjoy all your life, Oliver said, expressing that though advancing age begins to limit participation in many hobbies, music is an exception. I love tennis, but my knees wont do it anymore, she chuckled. Music soothes the soul, energizes you, and speaks to a lot of emotions. Oliver, Loven, and M.J. Smith have joined forces to bring this vi- sion to life. Mark your calendars now, Loven urges. To make this project a success, we need to have community support a park flled with people! Anyone wishing to contribute monetarily to the project may send a check payable to Umbrella Arts: Guttenbergs River of Music, P. O. Guttenberg's River of Music concert series Look for a full schedule of events for Guttenberg's River of Music concert series in an upcoming issue of The Press. Concerts will be held in the park every Friday evening, June through August. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins) Box 610, Guttenberg, IA 52052. All donations are tax deductible. To become an Umbrella Arts Supporter, call 563-252-1310. The mission of Umbrella Arts is to promote the arts by comple- menting and supporting the eforts of existing organizations like Shep- herd Gallery and Creativity Center and Guttenberg Tourism and De- velopment. Page 40 Area Attractions 2014 The Roots of Rural Wisconsin Open May 24 to October 5 Wild West Steampunk Festival May 23-25 Visitor Appreciation Day Sunday, June 1 Railroad Days August 16-17 Great River Road River Festival Saturday, September 20 Cassville, WI 608.725.5210 stonefieldhistoricsite.org Deep Blue Seafood, LLC "Always Wild Caught Since 1998" 32744 Kestrel Ave., Guttenberg, IA 52052 563-252-2811 Boudain Shrimp Oysters Lobster Scallops Salmon Cod Fresh Seafood Weekly Call Steve or Barb Hansel at 563-252-2811 for price sheet. Cedar Creek Apiaries 37062 Estes Point Rd. Guttenberg, IA 52052 563-252-3220 563-880-1517 "It's the Honey You Remember!" As seen in Midwest Living Magazine's Food Editor "Pick of the Month" for May/June 2013 by Shelia Tomkins Guttenberg is the ending point for the 2014 Registers Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI). On Satur- day, July 26, riders and their en- tourages are expected to swell the communitys population by nearly 20,000. This years ride begins in Rock Valley in western Iowa on July 19 where riders will dip their tires in the Missouri River to kick-of the week. The ride across the state includes numerous overnight stops in rural Iowa communi- ties, until they reach Guttenberg on July 26 for the traditional tire dip in the Mississippi River, to take place at the south municipal marina. Prior to riding into Guttenberg on Saturday, riders will spend Friday night at Independence. They will make the 68-mile trek to Guttenberg through Winthrop, Lamont, Strawberry Point, Edge- wood, and Elkport/Garber. Exiting Garber on C7X, they will take Kale Avenue to Highway 52 near the Ceres church before descend- ing into Guttenberg from the north on Highway 52. Guttenberg residents are busy preparing for the big day. Com- mittees have been formed, and planners are meeting regularly. Food, lodging, entertainment, hospitality services, and public safe- ty are just some of the topics the committees are working on. As a sign of welcome, bicycle sculptures will decorate the com- Guttenberg welcomes RAGBRAI riders in July Bicycle sculptures will decorate Guttenberg this summer, a salute to the RAGBRAI visit here on July 26. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins) munity throughout the summer. The Umbrella Arts groups re- Cycle Sculpture Project encourages businesses, organizations and individuals to assemble a sculpture or decorate a bicycle. Watch for the creative and colorful entries as you visit the community this summer and fall. For more information about the local RAGBRAI event, con- tact 563-252-2323 or visit Guttenberg RAGBRAI 2014 on Face- book. Miner's Creek Hideaway Campgrounds, RV Park & Cabins 1304 Miner's Creek Road, Guttenberg, IA 563-880-2571 minerscreekhideaway.com Dennis Schlueter 47 acres of natural beauty including forests, meadows and a trout stream Wide assortment of campsites, primitive and full hook-ups Large shaded sites Nature trails Modern handicap accessible showers and bathrooms Dump station Fully furnished log cabin rental