Jefferson County: The Official Guide 2013 15th Annual Edition

course, volleyball courts, soccer fields, inline
skating and ice skating facilities. The parks
are great places for family reunions or just for
relaxing. The Playland of Dreams children’s
play land provides a great place for family
entertainment.
Biking enthusiasts come to ride the Glacial
Drumlin Trail, and the Jefferson Aquatic
Center offers more recreational choices. The
newly expanded, nationally recognized Jefferson
County Dog Park (see pg 20) is located north of the
city off Hwy 26.
The Rock and Crawfish Rivers meet in
Jefferson providing ideal fishing, canoe and kayak
opportunities. A fish ladder constructed by the
DNR in 2005 enables the fish to get above the
dam, quite unique to see and watch! One of only
a few such ladders in the state. The Milwaukee
Street Walk Bridge is also very unique.
Looking for some nostalgic entertainment?
One of only a few left in the country, Hwy. 18
Outdoor Theater shows double features from late
April/early May thru September.
SHOPPING/DINING
For a day trip, we have an antique shop (see pg 45),
three resale shops, a quilt shop, coffee shops, art
gallery & gift shop, bakery, seasonal garden shops,
farm/meat market, along with appliance, flooring
and other retail businesses. There are several eating
establishments to enjoy a great hamburger, nice
lunch or dinner. “The Heron’s Landing” opened
in February just across the Milwaukee Walk Street
Bridge on the west bank of the river which will
have an outdoor patio for your dining pleasure
during the summer months.
Vetro Winery (see pg 17), East of Jefferson
tucked in the picturesque Sanctuary Ridge, offers
an ultimate free wine tasting experience of unique
wines. Stroll through the gift shop and relax on
the patio overlooking the woods and marshland.
We invite you to spend some time in this quiet
and serene community. Visit our website for
more events and information on the county.
PHOTOS:
LEFT PAGE (top row): Milwaukee Street Bridge; Fish Ladder. (bottom row): 2012 Fall
Jefferson Car Show (courtesy Madison Classics).
RIGHT PAGE (top row): Murray, the Library Dog at the Jefferson Public Library; Jefferson
Historical Society Museum; Autumn Fest. (bottom row): Jefferson County Fair;
Gemuetlichkeit Days.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
JEFFERSON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
920-674-4511
www.jeffersonchamberwi.com
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