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WISCONSIN RAPIDS AREA

Wisconsin Rapids Area Official Visitors Guide

WISCONSIN RAPIDS BIRON GRAND RAPIDS NEKOOSA PITTSVILLE PORT EDWARDS ROME RUDOLPH VESPER

tourism office 800.554.4484 | www.visitwisrapids.com


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Welcome to the

Wisconsin Rapids Area!

The natural beauty of our area centrally located in the heart of Wisconsin makes

the Wisconsin Rapids Area an ideal destination. Along with our unique blend of

agriculture and manufacturing, the area is home to an array of fun things to see

and do: an abundance of recreation opportunities, sports venues, a vibrant arts

community celebrating our culture and history, and great local dining and shops.

Start planning your Wisconsin Rapids area getaway today!

Meredith Kleker

Executive Director

DESTINATI

WISCONSIN

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Table of Contents

Welcome .......................................... 3

Area Communities .................................

Cranberry Highway Map

6-7

Attractions ...................................... 8-10

Cranberries ........................................

Cranberry Information

11

Sports and Recreation ........................... 12-21

Calendar of Events ............................... 22-24

Accommodations ............................... 25-27

Dining ......................................... 28-31

Nekoosa ..........................................

Giant Pumpkin Fest

32

Rome ............................................ 33

Shopping Map ..................................... 33

Wisconsin Rapids Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

131 2 nd Street North | Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-422-4650 | www.visitwisrapids.com

Meredith Kleker Executive Director

Morgan Simon Marketing Communications Director

The Official Wisconsin Rapids Area Visitors Guide is published annually by the Wisconsin Rapids Area

Convention & Visitors Bureau (WRACVB). The WRACVB assumes no liability for the accuracy of the

information or representatives, the delivery of services contained herein and no responsibility for

errors, changes or omissions. For your convenience, please call ahead to confirm dates, times and other

information. For inclusion in next year’s guide, contact the WRACVB at 800-554-4484.

Additional copies of this publication are available at the WRACVB office, area attractions,

accommodations and highway welcome centers, as well as by request at www.VisitWisRapids.com.

Like the Wisconsin Rapids Area

Convention & Visitors Bureau

@WRACVB

Local Business and Shopping . ..................... 34-38

© 2020 WRACVB

800.554.4484 www.VisitWisRapids.com 3


Wisconsin Rapids

Aquatics Center

Take time for fun!

At Witter Field, intersection

of 8 th Street and Chestnut,

where kids can be kids and

adults can be too!

Opening

Summer 2020

www.aquatics.wirapids.org

E wraquatics

Park features:

• a lazy river

• zip line

• climbing wall

• grassy sun areas

• bath house

• concession stand

• reservable shelter

• winter skating and hockey

4 WISCONSIN RAPIDS AREA OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE


MILES FROM

Chicago . ..................246

La Crosse . ..................96

Minneapolis ...............200

Eau Claire ..................97

Madison. ..................108

Superior. ..................200

Green Bay ................. 100

Milwaukee ................158

Wisconsin Dells .............56

Visitor Information

SOUTH WOOD COUNTY AIRPORT

3620 1 st Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

PHONE: 715-423-0330 | CELL: 715-741-2114

EMAIL: jsickler@wirapids.org

WEBSITE: www.wirapids.org/airport

Newly Updated Facility & Modernized Airfield

• Full and Self Service Jet, and

Self-Serve 100LL 24 hours

• Ample Apron and Aircraft Parking

• Automated Surface Observation

System (frequency 126.57)

• Weather information

• Deicing

• Ground Power Unit

• Lavatory Service

• Pilot lounge/rest facilities

24 hour access

• Courtesy Car and Car Rentals

• Meeting room

• Runway 02/20 5500’ X 100’

• Runway 12/30 3640’ X 50’

• Charter and flight instruction on field

• GPS Approaches

• New in 2020 - 15,000 ft 2 heated hangar

H.J. Aviation

Wings Air Charter

715-421-FLY (2359) 715-424-3737

hjaviation@solarus.net

Air charter, aircraft rental,

Aircraft rental and flight instruction. flight instruction.

POPULATION

City of Wisconsin Rapids 18,039

Wisconsin Rapids Area 35,905

WEATHER

Average Temperatures

High Low

January 23°F 4°F

April 56°F 32°F

July 83°F 59°F

October 58°F 36°F

Average Rainfall 32”

Average Snowfall 45”

TRAVEL SERVICES

All Aboard Taxi Cab Service

715-712-1449

Gotta Go Taxi

715-459-7856

Golf Limo & Shuttle Services

715-421-9175

Golf’s Trusted Transport

715-600-1569

River City Cab

715-424-4595

Rapids Kwik Cab

715-213-3525

Alexander Field/South Wood County Airport

3620 1 st Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-0330

Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)

100 CWA Drive, Mosinee, WI 54455

715-693-2147

www.fly-cwa.org

IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Operator ......................................0

United Way’s 2-1-1 ............................ 211

Emergency .................................. 911

Non-Emergency Calls

Wisconsin Rapids Police Department ...715-423-4444

Wood County Sheriff’s Department .....715-421-8700

WI Road Conditions . .......................... 511

Welcome

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Area Communities

73

Chili Rd

North Wood

County Park

80

Sherwood Rd

BABCOCK Babcock is located in the southwestern corner

of Wood County, a small residential community with rural

aspects. Home to the Sandhill Wildlife Area and Ocean Spray’s

cranberry receiving station, Babcock truly has nature’s best

birds and berries.

BIRON Biron offers a blend of natural beauty, quiet residential

neighborhoods along with an abundance of wildlife and

recreation, due to its location along the banks of the Wisconsin

River. It is home to one of North America’s finest coated

paper manufacturing facilities, as well as hundreds of acres

of thriving cranberry marshes. Biron’s diverse landscape

provides the perfect place to live work and play in the Heart of

Wisconsin.

CRANMOOR The Cranmoor township is one of three cranberry

producing regions in the state of Wisconsin and is the largest

inland cranberry producing region in the world. The township

boasts acres upon acres of cranberry beds, which are a

beautiful sight to behold while driving the world-famous

Cranberry Highway during the fall harvest season.

GRAND RAPIDS 54 The town of Grand Rapids, the third largest

community in Wood County, is known for its central location,

wooded residential areas, and access to a variety of recreational

activities. The community is also home to Lake Wazeecha

and South Wood County Park, a favorite spot for recreational

biking/walking, camping, fishing and boating. Meadow Valley

KELLNER Keller is a rural community located State on Wildlife the Portage

County border. It has retained its Midwestern Management charm and Area is the

perfect setting for a Sunday drive. The town boasts country

cafes and charming shops.

NEKOOSA The City of Nekoosa is a small residential

community with a strong sense of place. What began as a

fur trapping and trading community became an important

industrial center along the Wisconsin River. By the 19th century

Nekoosa had established itself as home of “Peter Papermaker,”

a symbol of papermaking ingenuity and manufacturing.

Riverside Park, a striking and spacious site near Nekoosa’s

business quarter, is home to several large events, including

Walleye Days in the Spring and the Giant Pumpkin Festival in

the Fall.

PITTSVILLE Located at the geographical center of Wisconsin,

Pittsville offers peaceful residential living midway between

Wood County’s two largest cities: Marshfield and Wisconsin

Rapids. Majestic antique homesteads, faded red barns, acres

of cranberry beds, and family farms all contribute to Pittsville’s

unique character.

PORT EDWARDS Originally titled “French Town,” the pioneers

of Port Edwards, 73 including

Highway

its

73

founder, John Edwards, dammed 73

the Wisconsin River in 1840 to provide water power for a

sawmill. Today, Port Edwards thrives on the preservation of

the area’s history, its beauty, and an abundance of recreational

opportunities. Port Edwards is the perfect place to stop for a

picnic or snack while biking between Wisconsin Rapids and

Nekoosa along the Wisconsin River.

ROME An area rich in recreational opportunities and County natural Rd E

beauty, Rome is home to Arrowhead, Camelot, Petenwell

and Sherwood. The community prides itself on the numerous

acres within the town available for recreational opportunities

including fishing and boating, hiking, cross-country skiing and

ATVing. Rome is also home to several annual events including 54

Snoblast at Lake Arrowhead and the Taste of Rome.

RUDOLPH Rudolph is a friendly community located

approximately seven miles north of Wisconsin Rapids. An

agricultural area once populated by sawmill and stave mill

workers, Rudolph

54

is now home to a thriving cheese factory,

Wisconsin’s largest grotto, and several quaint country stores.

Rudolph’s Country Christmas, which includes a one-day special

cancellation from the postal service for letters to friends and

family, is celebrated every December.

VESPER Full of rural charm, Vesper offers much of what

Americans prize about our nation’s agriculture heritage.

Sample ripe, delicious fruits and vegetables Ball Rd by picking or

purchasing at the community’s weekly farmer’s market. Visit

one of Vesper’s apple orchards or the local pumpkin farm.

Vesper is the quintessential example of a rural escape.

WISCONSIN RAPIDS Wisconsin Rapids, the county seat of

Wood County, is a consolidation of the two early towns of

Grand Rapids and Centralia — the former lying on the east

side of the Wisconsin River, the latter on the west. The Indians

gave to this place along the river the name of “Ad-dah-wahgam,”

meaning the “Two-sided Rapids”, as the rapids here

were divided in two by a great boulder. The consolidation

was effected in the spring of 1900 and the city subsequently

bore the name of Grand Rapids until 1920, when its name

was changed because freight and mail intended for it was

frequently sent by mistake to Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Wisconsin Rapids today offers mid-western charm and

atmosphere while providing access to modern infrastructure

and technology, abundant educational and cultural

opportunities, a mix of retail establishments and restaurants,

and a stable business environment.

The dotted line shows the route for the Cranberry Highway.

For more information go to page 11 of the Visitors Guide or visit www.visitwisrapids.com/cranberries.

Cranberry Rd

1st Ave N Cranberry Rd

173

5th Ave N

5th Ave N

Highway 73

Sandhill State

Wildlife Area

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Ball Rd

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Lake Dexter

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80th St S

80th St S

Wisconsin River

South Wood

County Park

KELLNER

Townline Road

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AREA COMMUNITIES

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N 120th St

Bir

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Oak

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16th hA Ave N

4th St

NEW MINER

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Alpine Dr

Lake Arrowhead

Apache Ave

ROME

Sherwood Lake

Lake Camelot

Aspen Ave

County Rd W

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Attractions

Performing Arts Center of

Wisconsin Rapids E

1801 16 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-6763

www.wrps.org/community/pachome.cfm

The Performing Arts Center of

Wisconsin Rapids, an 833 seat

proscenium theater located on the

campus of Lincoln High School, is the hub

of performing arts events in the Central

Wisconsin area. Visit their website for

performance dates and times.

Central Wisconsin Cultural Center E

320 West Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-4598

culturalcenterarts.com

Explore art exhibits, gift shop, classes,

and music featuring local and regional

artists throughout the year at the Cultural

Center. Visit our website or call for Calendar

of Events. Watch for the relocation and

opening our new Arts Center during

summer 2020.

Arts, Culture and History

Alexander House E

1131 Wisconsin River Drive, Port Edwards, WI 54469

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

The Alexander House is a center for art and history, a combination art

gallery and historical museum located in a stately colonial home on

the banks of the beautiful Wisconsin River. Open Tuesday, Thursday

and Sunday 1-4 pm. No charge.

Arts Council E

1040 8 th Street South, Suite 101, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-ARTS (2787)

www.savorthearts.com

The Arts Council of South Wood County is your performing arts

connection to professional dance, theater, comedy, music and

extraordinary entertainment. Tickets are available online or by calling

715-424-ARTS (2787).

Central Wisconsin Cultural Center E

320 West Grand Avenue, Suite 104, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-4598

www.culturalcenterarts.com

Explore art exhibits, gift shop, classes, and music featuring local and

regional artists throughout the year at the Cultural Center. Visit our

website or call for Calendar of Events. Watch for the relocation and

opening our new Arts Center during summer 2020.

Historic Point Basse E

364 Wakely Road, Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-886-4202

www.historicpointbasse.com

Experience the only living history site on the Wisconsin River!

Robert Wakely’s settlement at Point Basse was the beginning of the

navigable Wisconsin River. See the preserved 1850s site come to life

with the restored Wakely house, trading post, blacksmith shop and

schoolhouse. Check out their website for more information on tours

and events.

Marian Center for Peace E

241 Apricot Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-MARY (6279)

www.mariancenterforpeace.org

Located on the grounds of Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church, this

pilgrimage destination houses a chapel, a relic image of Our Lady of

Guadalupe, a copy of the Vilnius Divine Mercy painting, replicas of the

Shroud of Turin, and a library.

Memorial Clock Tower

351 1 st Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Dedicated to the earliest settlers for their great efforts and progress

they and those who followed brought to this area and to the Mead

families for their continuous commitment to the beautification of our

river banks and parks, this clock tower stands along the riverfront in

downtown Wisconsin Rapids.

McMillan Memorial Library E

490 East Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-422-5136

www.mcmillanlibrary.org

The beautiful McMillan Memorial Library provides educational

resources and cultural programming for the Wisconsin Rapids area.

Open Monday through Thursday 9 am-8 pm, Friday 9 am-6 pm,

Saturday 9 am-5 pm and closed on Sundays.

Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids E

1801 16 th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-6763

www.wrps.org/community/pachome.cfm

The Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids, an 833 seat

proscenium theater located on the campus of Lincoln High School, is

the hub of performing arts events in the Central Wisconsin area. Visit

their website for performance dates and times.

Rudolph Grotto E

6957 Grotto Avenue, Rudolph, WI 54474

715-435-3120

www.rudolphgrotto.org

On top of a low hill, behind St. Philips Church, are the sprawling

grounds of the Grotto Gardens and Wonder Cave. The Rudolph Grotto,

started in 1920, was a fulfillment of a promise that Father Philip

Wagner made to the Virgin Mary in thanks for healing from a lingering

illness while studying for the priesthood. The Grotto consists of five

plus acres and lush flower beds, numerous shrines, museum, and gift

shop. The Grotto is set among meandering paths and crooked bridges,

with shady, intimate areas for meditation as well as more formal

memorials and open picnic grounds.

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South Wood County

Historical Museum

540 3 rd Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-1580

www.swch-museum.com

Local banker Isaac P. Witter and his

wife Charlotte built their beautiful

home on “Quality Row” in 1907, and

we at the South Wood County Historical

Museum would like to share it with

you. Our display of Disney animator

Grim Natwick’s work includes his Betty

Boop, Mr. Magoo, Snow White and

others. We invite you to view a history of

area cranberry growing and Wisconsin

Rapids business districts. We also feature

recently updated exhibits in our country

kitchen, school room, train depot and

lumbering areas. The Museum is open to

the public Memorial Day through Labor

Day on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

and Sunday from 1 – 4 pm. No charge.

Tours can be scheduled upon request

year-round and our grounds are available

for weddings and senior photographs.

Relax in our Coffeehouse

Computers and wireless

Interactive Children’s Room

Butterfly Garden

Relax in our Coffeehouse

Computers and wireless

Interactive Children’s Room

Butterfly Garden

Strengthening

our community

through

lifelong learning

Concerts, movies, authors

and live performances

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www.mcmillanlibrary.orgthrough

lifelong learning

Dane, Sauk, Green, Columbia, Portage and Adams

county library cards accepted

Concerts, movies, authors

and live performances

235kW Solar Roof - Tours

available

www.mcmillanlibrary.org

Dane, Sauk, Green, Columbia, Portage and Adams

county library cards accepted

Marian Center for Peace

241 Apricot Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-MARY (6279)

mariancenterforpeace.org

Find Us on Facebook

Located on the grounds of Saints Peter & Paul

Catholic Church, this pilgrimage destination houses

a chapel, a relic image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a

copy of the Vilnius Divine Mercy painting, replicas of

the Shroud of Turin, and a library.

ATTRACTIONS

South Wood County Historical Museum

540 3 rd Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-1580

www.swch-museum.com

Local banker Isaac P. Witter and his wife Charlotte built their beautiful

home on “Quality Row” in 1907, and the South Wood County

Historical Museum would like to share it with you! The Museum is

open Memorial Day-Labor Day on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and

Sunday from 1-4 pm. No charge. Tours can be scheduled upon request

year-round and our grounds are available for weddings and senior

photographs.

Veterans Memorial Park

101-299 1 st Street North, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Located in the heart of downtown Wisconsin Rapids on the east bank

of the Wisconsin River. The Veterans Memorial Park is dedicated to the

veterans of Central Wisconsin. This park is hosts the annual holiday

Rekindle the Spirit lighting ceremony, and Lunch by the River, a

weekly summer event featuring local food and entertainment.

Wisconsin Rapids City Band E

715-421-3115

www.wrcityband.org

June through August you can enjoy the sounds of the city band

musicians playing a wide variety of music under the summer sky at

Robinson Park. Visit their website for performance dates and times.

Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre E

220 3 rd Avenue South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-0435

www.wrctheatre.org

Located in the Centralia Center, the Wisconsin Rapids Community

Theatre (WRCT), has been bringing live theatre showcasing local

talent to central Wisconsin since 1975.

Wisconsin River Papermaking Museum E

730 First Avenue South, Wisconsin Rapids

715-424-3037

The Wisconsin River Papermaking Museum features a pictorial history

of the 100-year old mansion that houses the museum as well as

photos and history of the development of the dam on the Wisconsin

River at Grand Rapids/Centralia and the beginnings of Consolidated

Water Power & Paper Company. Traveling exhibits about papermaking

are also brought in as available. Open to the public free of charge on

Tuesday and Thursday 1-4 pm.

Wisconsin State Firefighter’s Memorial E

2031 2 nd Avenue South (Ben Hanson Park),

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

www.wsfm.org

A moving tribute to all Wisconsin firefighters, especially those who

have fallen in the line of duty. The serene park features a bronze

statue, Memorial Wall, Final Alarm Bell Tower, Granite Legacy Stones

and WSFM Visitors Center. WSFM annually hosts the Final Alarm

Ceremony in the fall.

Farms and Farmers Markets

Reinke’s Down on the Farm E

1011 48 th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-7663

www.reinkesdownonthefarm.com

Reinke’s Down on the Farm’s mission is help the community celebrate

the fall harvest season with some wholesome family fun, as they

experience life on a small farm as it was long ago. Take a hayride or

pick your favorite pumpkin. They have a large selection of produce, fall

decorations, crafts, canned goods, baked goods, and so much more!

Don’t forget to check out the old farm machinery along with taking

the opportunity to hold baby chickens and feed some farm animals.

Wisconsin Rapids Downtown Farmers Market

220 1 st Avenue South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Farmers’ markets are a long-standing tradition in central Wisconsin.

They’re great for so many reasons! Purchasing locally-grown and

seasonal foods benefits the local economy, environment, and your

personal health in many ways, so enjoy the tastes, the relationships

you develop with producers, and the knowledge that you are doing

something good for yourself, the community and the earth! Open

late-June through early-October on Thursdays and Saturdays from

8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Go to www.woodcountyfarmersmarkets.com for a complete

list of area farmers markets and farm stands.

Things to See and Do

Ho-Chunk Gaming Nekoosa E

949 County Road G, Nekoosa, WI 54457

800-782-4560

www.ho-chunkgaming.com/nekoosa

Ho-Chunk Gaming Nekoosa offers a full casino experience with over

600 slots, table games, two dining options, stay & play packages, free

shuttle service, a busing program available for special groups and a

banquet center that seats up to 200+ guests.

Rubi Reds E

4081 8 th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-712-0324

www.rubireds.com

Rubi Reds is located in the heart of cranberry country. Their sweetened

dried cranberries are all-natural and packed with health benefits.

They are moist and plump, Wisconsin grown, produced and packaged.

Their product line features a variety of cranberry products, as well

as additional items which complement Wisconsin’s #1 fruit crop –

CRANBERRIES!

Wisconsin Dairy State Cheese

Highway 13/34, Rudolph, WI 54475

715-435-3144

www.dairystatecheese.com

Wisconsin’s rich dairy heritage is on display at Wisconsin Dairy State

Cheese, a retail store and production facility. View master cheese

makers from two large observation windows or browse and shop

from over 200 varieties of Wisconsin cheese! Open seven days a week.

Please call for holiday hours!

Wisconsin Rapids Municipal Zoo

1911 Gaynor Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-8240

The Wisconsin Rapids Municipal Zoo is a small zoo with a petting area,

beautiful gardens, picnic area, and playground. They also have Helen’s

Zoo House which offers zoo programs and is available to rent for

private or group parties. Open Tuesday through Sunday 10 am-6 pm,

after Memorial Day.

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Necedah National Wildlife Refuge

N11385 Headquarter Road, Necedah, WI 54646

608-565-2551

www.fws.gov/refuge/necedah

Hike, hunt, fish, view wildlife, take pictures, or

join a naturalist led program! Explore almost

44,000 acres of wildlife habitat at Necedah

National Wildlife Refuge! The Visitor Center and

Karner Korner store are located off of Highway 21,

west of Necedah. Year-round fun for all ages!

George W. Mead Wildlife Area

201517 County Highway S, Milladore, WI 54454

715-457-6771

www.meadwildlife.org

One of the largest wildlife

area in the state of

Wisconsin with 33,000

acres of recreational

opportunities for

outdoor enthusiasts.

Property located is in the 3

counties of Marathon, Wood and Portage. Hunt

waterfowl, deer, bear, turkey and small game.

Trapping is also permitted. Excellent birdwatching

with over 267 species documented. 35 miles of

trails for hiking, including new walking trails

around the “Green Design” building.

2020 CALENDAR OF EXHIBITS

January 17-February 25

Dian Ritter, quilts with Peter Ritter, ceramics

March 1-March 31

Youth Art Month, Nekoosa Public Schools

April 3-May 19

Arts for All Wisconsin, Traveling Exhibit

May 29-July 14

Carmen Duran, painting with Elise Thornton, basketry

July 17-August 25

“Coming Home”-an all media group exhibition by artists who

received their start in Central Wisconsin

August 28-October13

Brush & Palette Club of Central Wisconsin

October 16-December 1

Clay Buttke, photography with Sy Henseler, woodturning

December 4-January 12

Meredith Jane Trzebiatowski, painting with

Mary Heuer, jewelry

The Alexander House is operated by the Alexander Charitable Foundation and

is open to the public. Open Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from 1-4 pm or by

appointment. Opening receptions are the beginning date shown, from 5-8 pm

Visit us at alexanderhouseonline.org.

1131 Wisconsin River Drive • Port Edwards, WI 54469 • 715-887-3442

Sandhill Wildlife Area

1715 County Road X, Babcock, WI 54413

715-884-2437

www.dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/wildlifeareas/

sandhill

Sandhill Wildlife Area is comprised of over 9,000

acres and lies within the bed of ancient Glacial

Lake Wisconsin. Offering a living laboratory for

university researchers, and an outdoor classroom

for school children. The Friends of Sandhill offer

workshops in a wide variety of topics for which

the public can register to attend at the Outdoor

Skill Center., while the 26 year old “Learn to

Hunt Deer” program offers a traditional hunting

experience to youth and new hunters alike.

April through October, enjoy the Trumpeter Trail,

a 14 mile self-guided auto tour that attracts

thousands of bird watchers and nature lovers to the

property. Interpretive signs along the trail provide

information on area wildlife, habitat management

and unique features. Get out and climb one of

three observation towers, located throughout

the area to catch an aerial view of the wildlife

and habitat in its undisturbed form. The auto trail

closes in October, but that’s when the real magic

begins. Bring your snowshoes or cross-country skis

and discover Sandhill’s winter secrets.

Rudolph Grotto

6957 Grotto Avenue, Rudolph, WI 54475

715-435-3120

On top of a low hill, behind St. Philips Church, are the

sprawling grounds of the Grotto Gardens and Wonder

Cave. The Rudolph Grotto, started in 1920, was a

fulfillment of a promise that Father Philip Wagner

made to the Virgin Mary in thanks for healing from a

lingering illness while studying for the priesthood. The

Grotto consists of five plus acres and lush flower beds,

numerous shrines, museum, and gift shop. The Grotto is

set among meandering paths and crooked bridges, with

shady, intimate areas for meditation as well as more

formal memorials and open picnic grounds.

The Wisconsin River Papermaking Museum focuses on papermaking history in the Wisconsin

River valley and particularly history of the Consolidated Water Power & Paper Company which

was headquartered in Wisconsin Rapids for over 100 years.

The Museum features two local history exhibits. The first is a pictorial history of the 100-year-old

mansion that houses the museum. The second tells the story of the development of the dam on

the Wisconsin River at Grand Rapids/Centralia.

Traveling exhibits about papermaking are also brought in as they are available.

730 First Avenue South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 For information call: 715-424-3037

Open Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-4 pm Free Admission

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Cranberries

The Wisconsin Rapids area is known as cranberry country and proud of it!

Our unique agricultural heritage makes the blossom and harvest seasons special to

our area. Early settlers thought cranberry blossom resembled the head of a crane,

hence the name “crane berry,” which was later shortened to cranberry. Cranberry

blossoms are pretty, delicate, pink flowers that bloom in late June through early

July. The harvest season, is the most picturesque time for cranberries, and it occurs

late September through late October.

Cranberry Blossom Festival

June 18-21, 2020

The festival is filled with “berry” fun events including, a music fest,

arts and crafts, carnival, a parade and of course culinary treats

featuring Wisconsin’s #1 fruit crop, the cranberry!

www.blossomfest

www.blossomfest.com

.com

Late-September through late-October,

the Cranberry Highway reveals a sea

of red cranberries coupled with the

blazing colors of fall. The self-guided

drive stretches for almost 50 miles

along century-old cranberry beds from

Wisconsin Rapids to Warrens, and

between Pittsville and Nekoosa.

To plan a “berry” fun

cranberry experience visit

www.VisitWisRapids.com

CRANBERRIES

Splash of Red Cranberry Harvest Tours

Presented by Pittsville High School FFA

5407 1 st Avenue, Pittsville, WI 54466

(715) 884-6412

https://sites.google.com/pittsville.k12.wi.us/cranscience/home

This two-hour cranberry tour takes place just east of Pittsville in the

heart of central Wisconsin Cranberry Country. Pittsville FFA members and

students, who are part of the only Cranberry Science Class taught in the

nation are your tour guides.

The tour starts at the Pittsville School Auditorium located on Elementary

Avenue just off First Avenue in Pittsville at 9:15 am, with an introductory

video for early arrivals. The tour begins at 9:30 am and includes the

following: touring a current marsh under construction, new beds not

yet in production, producing beds and the opportunity to pick fresh fruit

from the vine, as well as observing the harvesting, testing, cleaning and

freezing of the berries. Finally, you will return to the school to enjoy a

tasty cranberry based lunch that includes a cranberry dessert made by our

Local Foods Class at Pittsville High School. The charge for the tour is $20

per person. All monies go toward scholarships and other opportunities for

Pittsville FFA members. All tours include a cranberry treat, juice, and fresh

cranberries for each guest to take home.

The tour will run from 9:30 am-12:00 pm with lunch served at 11:30 am.

Tours are available September 23, 25 and 30, as well as October 2, 7, 9,

14, 16, 21, and 23. They also have tours available for large groups only (20

or more) October 8, 15 and 22. Reservations are required. Please call

715-884-6412 or email meisslin@pittsville.k12.wi.us

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Sports and Recreation

Biking and Hiking

Ahdawagam Trails

More than 20 miles of biking trails are included in the City

of Wisconsin Rapids’ recreational system. Traversing through

wooded and urban areas, along the riverfront, or aside city

streets, the system is composed of five distinct trails ranging

from 3 to 7 miles in length.

Northward Peddle and Paddle E

608-350-1335

www.gonorthward.com

Northward is family owned and operated and offers

recreational rentals for avid outdoor enthusiast including

snowshoeing, fat/trail/road bikes and much more.

Ridge Trail at Sand Valley Golf Resort

This advanced 3 mile trail traverses along the V ridge on the

new Mammoth Dunes golf course. The trail features expansive

sand blow outs, red pine plantation, and a majestic oak

savanna. Hikers will enjoy golf course views of 14 of the 18

holes, including vistas on sand ridges as high as 80 feet above

the course. This marked trail begins and ends at the Sand

Valley Clubhouse, stop in the Clubhouse to ask for directions

to the trail.

Songbird Trail at Sand Valley Golf Resort

This trail will take you through a sampling of the restoration

and remnant areas on-site as well as past golf landscapes and

an intact red pine plantation! It is approximately 1.2 miles

round trip. Located near Craig’s Porch, stop in the Clubhouse to

ask for directions to the trail.

South Wood County Recreation Trail

Circle the wooded shoreline of Lake Wazeecha, which is the

Indian name for “lake of the land of the pines,” on this 4.1

mile multi-use recreation trail, complete with picnic areas and

unforgettable views.

Wisconsin River Trail (see Ahdawagam Trail map)

You’ll find glorious trees, singing birds, river views, and great

company along the Wisconsin River Trail. Traveling from

downtown Wisconsin Rapids through Port Edwards and into

Nekoosa, this 9.5 mile trail connects the communities through

a dedicated, paved, bike trail. Pack a picnic, grab a map, and

set off on a family adventure.

Golf

Bull’s Eye Golf Club E

2800 Ridgewood Trail, Wisconsin Rapids, 54494

715-423-2225

www.bullseyegolfclub.com

Bull’s Eye Golf Club is an outstanding golf course overlooking

the beautiful Wisconsin River, with affordable rates and

fantastic conditions. This par-72 golf course stretches over

6,600 yards from the back tees and will test your accuracy

with their tree-lined fairways, well placed sand bunkers

and spectacular putting surfaces. Bull’s Eye Golf Club’s goal

is to provide you with a quality experience that includes

exceptional service and a comfortable atmosphere.

Homestead Golf Course E

3372 Highway 73, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-423-7577

Originally the Hafermann family farm, Richard Hafermann

(father of Dewey Hafermann, current owner and operator)

converted the farmhouse into Homestead Bar in the fall of

1970. In June 1971, the former farm fields officially became

Homestead Golf Course! This 9-hole course features 2,712

yards of golf from the longest tees and a par of 34.

Lake Arrowhead E

1195 Apache Lane, Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-2929

www.lakearrowheadgolf.com

Lake Arrowhead golf complex is located 13 miles south of

Wisconsin Rapids and 35 miles north of Wisconsin Dells. Lake

Arrowhead consists of two 18-hole championship courses, The

Lakes and The Pines. The Lakes Course Golf Digest awarded

The Lakes a 4.5 Star “Places to Play” Award Winner and ranked

the course among its top 75 public courses in America. Upon

opening in 1998, The Lakes Course promptly was nominated

for Best New Public Course in America. The course features

bentgrass fairways, sculpted bunkers, natural sands areas,

large undulating greens and four sets of boxes to allow golfers

to match the course yardage to their own ability. Like The

Lakes, The Pines received Golf Digest’s 4.5 Star ranking in it’s

“Places to Play” section. Tucked among tall pines and lush

woodlands, The Pines provides the ultimate golf experience

for players of all skill levels. Opened in 1982, it is the original

18- hole championship course and has matured into the

golfing equivalent of a fine wine.

Sand Valley Golf Resort E

1697 Leopold Way, Nekoosa, WI 54457

888-651-5539

www.sandvalleygolfresort.com

Sand Valley is a destination resort located in central Wisconsin.

Our first course, designed by Coore & Crenshaw was awarded

“Best New Course” by Golf Digest. Our second golf course, a

David Kidd design, opened on May 31st, 2018 to wide acclaim.

We also opened the Sandbox, our 17-hole Par 3 course in

2018. With 2 sets of tees (full shots & putting course) and

a wide array of interesting greens, the sandbox is sure to

be a lot of fun. Sand Valley offers dramatic golf, set among

prehistoric sand dunes, with lodging and other amenities that

are true to the promise of “Golf As It Was Meant to Be.”

The Ridges Golf Course E

2311 Griffith Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-3204

www.ridgesgolfcourse.com

The Ridges is sometimes looked upon as a course with two

distinctly different nine hole layouts. The front nine has more

length and man-made hazards while God made the hazards

of the back nine. The back nine is heavily wooded and begins

on an actual ridge with a tee shot that overlooks towering

pines, the Buena Vista Creek and the flourishing valley floor

more than 80 feet below. Ask our members, and they’ll tell

you that at The Ridges it is often best to leave the driver in

your bag when you make the turn! The front nine has its

challenges, but the back nine is undeniably different.

Tri-City Golf Course E

3000 Golf Course Road, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-1380

www.tricitygc.com

This 9-hole public facility is set in the center of Wisconsin

Rapids and on the Bull’s Eye Country Club property; complete

with a full service golf shop, driving range and bar. The course

plays just over 2,800 and is equipped with three sets of tee

boxes for golfers of any caliber to enjoy walking or while

riding in a cart.

Motorsports

Dyracuse Recreational Park E

1047 County Road O, Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-8017

www.dyracuse.com

Dyracuse Recreational Area is located in the Town of Rome,

just 13 miles south of Wisconsin Rapids. We’re open early April

through October, offering an opportunity to ride ATVs, UTVs,

and dirt bikes in a park built specifically for this use. Situated

on over 500 acres, we feature a motocross track, a supercross

track and over 10 miles of trails. There are opportunities

throughout the year to watch AMA sanctioned Motocross,

Hill Climb and Harescramble events. The park area includes a

picnic area, playground, shelter and restrooms.

Golden Sands Speedway E

11000 Highway 54 East, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-4665

www.gssraces.com

Golden Sands Speedway was started by Sam Bartus in 1967.

It was the first high banked, bowl shaped track that enticed

a young group of drivers to glide, spin, and fly around the

fastest third mile in the mid-west. Bring the whole family out

for edge-of-your-seat entertainment! Action packed nights

with kid friendly event, great food, great people, and great

racing.

Wood County ATV Area

4415 Highway 54, Port Edwards, WI 54469

715-421-8422

Located about 3 miles west of Port Edwards on Highway 54,

the Wood County ATV Area offers 10 miles of developed trail

on 400 acres of county forest land. Open year round with the

exception of the gun deer season. They have running water,

restrooms, a playground, loading ramp and enclosed shelter

available for your convenience.

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wisconsin rapids bicycle trails

Ripple Creek

County Park

Seneca Rd

Letendre Ave

Highway 73

73

54

Wisconsin River

To

Port Edwards

and Nekoosa

54

54

Cranberry Highway

Wisconsin State

Firefighters Memorial

2nd Ave S Highway 73

Wisconsin River Dr

73

25th Ave N

25th Ave S

25th Ave S

Case St

17th Ave S

17th Ave S

17th Ave S

Airport Ave

Rangeline Rd

73

2nd Ave S

Wisconsin River

13

Alexander Field

South Wood

County Airport

Nepco Lake Rd

Bonow Ave

73

4th Ave N

1st St S 1st St S

13

34

3rd St S

Cranberry Highway

Gardners Ln

4th Ave N

Riverview Hospital

Sampson St

Chestnut St

Pepper Ave

Airport Ave

2 Mile Ave

Lake Nepco

Lincoln St

Whitrock Ave

Nepco Lake Rd

Lincoln St

Wisconsin River

1st St N

Griffith Ave

13

13

8th Street S 8th Street S 8th Street S 8th Street S

13

13

8th Street S

Baker St

Oak St

E Grand Ave

1st St N

Airport Ave

Whitrock Ave

Spring St

Chestnut St

East Riverview Expy

Pepper Ave

Lake Camelot

Nepco Lake

County Park

To Biron

16th St S

16th St S

16th St S 16th St S

Robinson

Park

S Biron Dr

Plover Rd

54

54

Plover Rd

54

Griffith Ave

Townline Rd

Plover Rd

Washington St

Chestnut St

To

Grand Rapids

27th St S

Airport Ave

2 Mile Ave 2 Mile Ave

Grove Ave

32nd St S 32nd St S

32nd St S

32nd St S

Mid-State

Technical

College

Lake Ave

Townline Rd

Grand Rapids

Lions Park

Airport Ave

SPORTS AND RECREATION

MAP KEY

Blue Trail

The Blue Trail is paved and is constructed on top of an old

railroad bed. The trail runs from Seneca Road; the border

between Wisconsin Rapids and Port Edwards; north to

West Grand Avenue. Along the way you will go past

numerous wetlands and forest areas as well as pass by the

City’s Zoo. At West Grand Avenue you can cross over the

Riverview Expressway and connect with the Green Trail.

You can also cross over just south of the Zoo and connect

with the Red Trail. If you continue south of Seneca Road

you will connect with other Wood County trails that run

through Port Edwards and Nekoosa. The Blue Trail is 3.1

miles long.

*Map includes Ahdawagam Trails

Green Trail

The Green Trail follows the Riverview Expressway east through

the city. From the intersection of Highway 54 and the Riverview

Expressway you can continue east into the Town of Grand Rapids.

The trail ends at Reddin Road near the city limits on the north side of

town. The Green Trail is 6.6 miles long.

Purple Trail

The Purple Trail begins at the intersection of Highway 54 and the

Riverview Expressway. Proceed north along Highway 54, crossing

Washington Street. Two blocks north of Washington Street, the

trail goes through a pedestrian underpass emerging at Robinson

Park. If you cross Highway 54 at Washington Street you can

continue north over a railroad overpass to Spring Street. From

there go west on Spring Street to 1 st Street North and connect

with the Red Trail. The Purple Trail is 3.8 miles long.

Red Trail

The Red Trail begins at the Ben Hansen Park (parking is available).

The paved trail runs north along the Wisconsin River through

Ben Hansen Park and Lyons Park, passing under the Riverview

Expressway Bridge and continues north along 1 st Avenue South to

the Grand Avenue Bridge. After crossing the Grand Avenue Bridge,

the trail continues north again through Veterans Park and Mead

Rapids View Park. The trail resumes its northward trek along

1 st Street into the Village of Biron. The Red Trail is 3.8 miles long.

Yellow Trail

The Yellow Trail begins at Demitz Park at the intersection of

3 rd Street South and the Riverview Expressway. The trail heads

south along 1 st Street South and joins the Airport trail at Two

Mile Avenue where it heads east to Sampson Street then south

again to Griffith Avenue. You can then proceed east along Griffith

Avenue to Nepco Lake Park. The Yellow Trail is 4.1 miles long.

*The Yellow Trails shows up orange on the Wisconsin Rapids

bicycle trails map and the roads are yellow.

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Watersports

Barnum Bay Marina

1735 Archer Lane, Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-6555

www.barnumbaymarina.com

Located on the East shore of Lake Petenwell, Wisconsin’s

2 nd largest lake. This harbor refuge has over 100 wet slips

to accommodate most types of boats. Daily, weekly and

seasonal slip rentals are available. Most slips include shore

power. Facility includes showers, restrooms, bar, restaurant,

2 fully paved launches, trailer parking and plenty of parking

for your friends and family. Unleaded fuel is also available.

Call or visit their website for pricing on pontoon rentals,

launch passes, and wet and dry slips.

Northward Peddle and Paddle E

608-350-1335

www.gonorthward.com

Northward is family owned and operated and offers

recreational rentals for avid outdoor enthusiast including

kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, and much more.

Shermalot Water-Ski Show Team E

www.shermalotskiteam.com

The Shermalot Water Ski Show Team story began in the

summer of 1975 when a group of die-hard water skiers

banded together to share their love of the sport. They have

been putting on shows at Lake Arrowhead since 1982 and you

can catch them on the water Memorial Day through Labor

Day. Interesting in getting in on the water ski action? They are

always looking for new members to join their ski family! Visit

their website for show dates, times and more information

about the team.

SUP the Rapids LLC E

715-570-2989

www.suptherapidsllc.com

The fastest growing sport has come to Wisconsin Rapids!

Stand-Up Paddleboarding, SUP, is a fun way to explore the

waterways around the Wisconsin Rapids Area. A SUP outing

can be 1-3 hours long and people of all ages will enjoy this

activity. Great for large groups, birthday parties, and camps.

If you can swim you can SUP. Call to reserve your SUP today,

they deliver!

WiscoFlyBoard, LLC E

715-572-3330

www.wiscoflyboard.com

FlyBoarding is the world’s newest action sport! Developed

by Franky Zapata at Zapata Racing in 2011, the FlyBoard

has taken the world by storm ever since. Today we at

WiscoFlyBoard, LLC bring this thrill of a lifetime to the heart

of Wisconsin at a price you can afford. WiscoFlyBoard, LLC

is a locally owned and operated FlyBoard instruction and

rental business based out of Wisconsin Rapids, WI. A small

idea in the summer of 2013 has burgeoned into a safe and

exciting way to get midwesterners involved in the sport of

FlyBoarding.

Wisconsin Rapids Aqua Skiers Show Ski Team E

www.aquaskiers.org

The Wisconsin Rapids Aqua Skiers are a show waterski

team, who also host the largest waterski show tournament

in the world, the Annual Wisconsin State Water Ski Show

Championships! June through August you can watch them

take to the water for their weekly shows. They always

welcome people interested in joining our team! Don’t know

how to ski? They will teach you! Visit their website for show

dates, times and more information about the team.

Lakes and Rivers

Wisconsin River

From its headwaters on the Wisconsin Michigan border, it

falls more than 1,000 feet on its 500 mile journey through the

states, before emptying into the Mississippi River in Prairie du

Chien, Wisconsin. Once full of logging rafts and tradesman,

the river now tells a success story based on thriving aquatic

life and a variety of recreational opportunities, including

several scenic parks and trails located in and around

downtown Wisconsin Rapids.

Lake Arrowhead

Developed in the 1970s, Lake Arrowhead totals more than 300

acres and is surrounded by a private residential development.

Public use of facilities is restricted to Lake Arrowhead County

Park, located on the west end of the lake off 15th Avenue. The

park features a boat launch, beach, picnic area and restrooms.

Lake Camelot

More than 445 acres includes northern pike, bass, walleye and

pan fish. A public boat launch at Lake Camelot is maintained

by Adams County. The launch is located in the Town of Rome

on 10 th Avenue off Apache Avenue.

Lake Dexter

Developed in 1962, Dexter Lake totals some 300 acres and is

surrounded by more than 1,000 acres of wild or undeveloped

land with abundant wildlife and game fish. With a maximum

depth of 17 feet, Dexter Lake offers a wide variety of fishing

opportunities including northern pike, walleye, bass, crappie,

perch, bluegills and suckers. Dexter County Park includes

two boat launches, a fishing pier for the disabled and a fish

cleaning house.

Lake Nepco

Venture onto nearly 500 acres of pristine water at Lake

Nepco. Accessible from Nepco Lake County Park, located 1

mile south of Wisconsin Rapids on Highway 13, the lake and

park were donated to the county in 1977 by Nekoosa Papers,

Inc. The park features a beach area, boat ramp, picnic area,

playground, disability accessible boat dock and small shelter.

With a maximum depth of 29 feet, Nepco Lake features a

wide variety of fishing including northern pike, walleye, bass,

musky and bluegill.

Lake Petenwell

Wisconsin’s second largest body of water (23,000 acres).

As home to a variety of game fish, including northern pike,

bass, walleye, pan fish and musky, Petenwell hosts a variety

of fishing tournaments throughout the year. Locally known

“hot spots” include Devil’s Elbow, the mouth of Fourteen

Mile Creek, Barnum Bay, and Strongs Prairie. These areas

provide abundant underwater structure and harbor good

concentrations of fish. A variety of boat launches are located

on Petenwell.

Lake Sherwood

Venture onto 246 acres of water for an afternoon of boating

or fishing northern pike, bass, walleye and pan fish. A public

boat launch at Lake Sherwood Lodge is maintained by Adams

County. The launch is located behind the Shermalot Motel on

Queens Way, Rome.

Lake Wazeecha

Lake Wazeecha, the Indian name for “lake of the land of the

pines,” totals 131 acres and is surrounded by South Wood

County Park. The lake provides two beach areas, fishing access

area for the disabled, and ample opportunities for boating,

water skiing and fishing. A variety of pan fish, bass and

northern pike were stocked in the lake during the county’s

dredging project in 1994. Although famous for hosting

the Wisconsin State Water Ski Show Championship, Lake

Wazeecha prides itself on its two beaches, White Sand and

Red Sand.

Sports

Central Wisconsin BMX E

Intersection of Highway 54 and County Road W,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-4521

www.cwbmx.org

The sport of bicycle motocross (BMX) began in the early

1970s in southern California. Today, the sport of bicycle

motocross is sweeping the country and around the world.

BMX is the newest sport to be added to the 2008 Summer

Olympics! Central Wisconsin BMX was selected in 2010, 2012,

2014, 2017 and 2019 to host National and Regional USA

BMX events, as well as being recognized for the past 5 years

as being one of the Top Ten Regional Tracks in the United

States. For more information regarding the race schedule or

to get started in this sport, go to www.cwbmx.org or call

715-421-4521.

Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Baseball E

521 Lincoln Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-5400

www.raftersbaseball.com

The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters play in the Northwoods League,

which is a summer collegiate baseball league comprised top

players from across North America. The experience is similar to

a professional minor league team, using wooden bats, minor

league specification baseballs, and providing entertainment

on and off the field. Enjoying a Rafters game at Witter Field

will remind you why baseball is America’s favorite pastime!

Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings Hockey E

2711 16 th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

518-837-7099

www.riverkingshockey.com

The Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings, are a Junior Hockey Team

within the U.S. Premier Hockey League. Coach Marty Quarters

believes in “building hockey up and down the river,” and

the Riverkings program focuses on the development and

advancement of players to the next level. Come watch

the Riverkings heat up the ice at the South Wood County

Recreation Center!

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Central Wisconsin BMX

Intersection of Highway 54 & County Road W,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

www.cwbmx.org

The sport of bicycle motocross (BMX) began in

the early 1970s in southern California. Today, the

sport of bicycle motocross is sweeping the country

and around the world. BMX is the newest sport to

be added to the 2008 Summer Olympics! Central

Wisconsin BMX was selected in 2010, 2012, 2014,

2017 and 2019 to host National and Regional USA

BMX events, as well as being recognized for the

past 5 years as being one of the Top Ten Regional

Tracks in the United States. For more information

regarding the race schedule or to get started in

this sport, go to www.cwbmx.org or

call 715-421-4521.

Winter

Snowmobiling has a long and cherished history in Wisconsin

Rapids Area. With some 271.68 miles of snowmobile trails

to enjoy in Wood County, the trail system and its tributaries

connect clubs, restaurants, and charming towns to allow

riders a totally snowmobile-oriented touring and vacation

experience. Feel the thrill of cruising over a frozen terrain or

a well-groomed trail just once and experience a thrilling ride

through our winter wonderland.

Ice fishing is a completely unique experience and once you

try it you’ll be hooked for life! Let the local experts set you up

in an ice house, get it well stocked, then kick back and enjoy

a very Wisconsin tradition. A great way to get a second shot

at the one that got away! Lakes Nepco, Dexter, and Wazeecha

are excellent areas for ice fishing. Be extremely cautious of ice

conditions at all times. Too cold to spend the day? Be sure to

check the annual calendar of events for Historic Point Basse’s

ice harvest or one of our local community’s ice fisherees!

Cross-country skiing is everywhere, with hundreds of miles

of well-marked trails traversing private lands and state areas.

Break away from the more crowded touring centers and let

yourself experience the splendid isolation of the Wisconsin

woods in winter. Passes can be purchased at the trailhead.

Daily trail passes are $5, and ages seven and under are free.

Annual trail passes are $15, or you can purchase a family

annual pass for 3 or more people for $40.

Downhill skiing, snowboarding and tubing aficionados

can find all the thrills without all the lines at Powers Bluff Park

and Winter Recreation Area. Ski, boot, and pole rentals are

readily available for a trouble-free winter adventure.

Nepco Lake County Park

1410 Griffith Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Located 1 mile south of Wisconsin Rapids, the 125-acre park

is situated on the 494-acre Nepco Lake. The park currently has

4.4 miles of cross country ski trails that are groomed by the

River Cities Nordic Ski Club throughout the season. Passes can

be purchased at the trailhead.

Powers Bluff Park and Winter Recreation Area E

6990 Bluff Drive, Arpin, WI 54410

Located just 17 miles northwest of Wisconsin Rapids, the

160 acre park is home to downhill skiing, cross-country

skiing, tubing, snowmobiling and

snowshoeing. A two-story stone shelter

building includes a warming house

with concessions, ski, snowboard,

boot, and pole rentals. Tow passes are

available for purchase on site. Open

seasonally, Saturday and Sunday

from 10 am-5 pm. Call ahead to verify

holiday schedule. Powers Bluff is home to three downhill

skiing and snowboarding trails varying from 1,320 to 1,500

feet in length. The estimated vertical drop is 250 feet. The

downhill trails are operated by a handle grip tow, which is

an ideal system for beginners and snow boarders. Ski, boot,

and pole rentals are available on site. Handle grip tow tickets

are available for purchase on site. Families will love tubing!

Descend through the snow on a fast-paced tube while visiting

Powers Bluff winter sports area. Four tube runs are available,

with two handle grip tows that lessen your wait time during

your winter adventure. Tubes are provided at no charge

with the purchase of a tube hill ticket. No outside tubes are

allowed.

Richfield Area Trail

8183 Heggelund Lane, Marshfield, WI

Located seven miles north of Pittsville on County Trunk

Highway A, and then one-half mile east on Heggelund Lane.

This 360-acre parcel has 5 miles of developed cross country

ski trails and 8 miles of cross country ski/nature trails routed

across open fields, through forests, and along Puff Creek to

provide additional scenic value. All trails are marked and

groomed during the winter season.

For more information on winter fun in

Wood County please contact:

Wood County Parks and Forestry E

111 West Jackson Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-8422

www.co.wood.wi.us/departments/parks

Tri-City Curling Club

131 Hurley Street

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-0201

www.tri-citycurlingclub.com

The Tri-City Curling Club is one of only 80 dedicated

facilities in the United States that offers training and

competitive opportunities in the lifetime and Olympic

sport of curling for area residents. We have had a

presence in the Wisconsin Rapids, Port Edwards and

Nekoosa and surrounding areas since 1958. We offer

a variety of Learn to Curl opportunities for adults and

youth, competitive league curling for all ages and

Junior curling developmental programs. Numerous

state junior and senior team champions and one USA

Olympic Curling team member have emerged from

our club. Our Men’s Invitational Bonspiel is held at the

club location the first weekend in March.

Tri-City Curling Club E

131 Hurley Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-0201

www.tri-citycurlingclub.com

The Tri-City Curling Club is one of only 80 dedicated facilities

in the United States that offers training and competitive

opportunities in the lifetime and Olympic sport of curling

for area residents. We have had a presence in the Wisconsin

Rapids, Port Edwards and Nekoosa and surrounding areas

since 1958. We offer a variety of Learn to Curl opportunities

for adults and youth, competitive league curling for all ages

and Junior curling developmental programs. Numerous state

junior and senior team champions and one USA Olympic

Curling team member have emerged from our club. Our Men’s

Invitational Bonspiel is held at the club location the first

weekend in March.

Tri-Norse Ski Club and Winter Park E

1001 County Road O (off Highway 13 in the Town of Rome),

Nekoosa, WI 54457

www.trinorse.com

Tri-Norse Ski Club and Winter Park is the place to learn how

to ski jump or participate in some winter fun! They have a K5,

K10, K22 and K52 jumps, as well as teachers and equipment

for you to use. If you’re not a jumper no worries, you can still

come out to catch the jumping action on snow or even plastic.

They also offer cross country and snowshoe trails, and new

this year an ice rink!

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For more information on parks in the Wisconsin Rapids area please contact:

City of Wisconsin Rapids Parks and Recreation

444 West Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-8240

www.wirapids.org

Wood County Parks and Forestry

111 West Jackson Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

(Wood County River Block Building, 2 nd Floor Room 202)

715-421-8422

www.co.wood.wi.us/departments/parks

Be sure to like Wisconsin Rapids Parks & Recreation and

the Wood County Parks & Forestry Department on Facebook!

Facilities

Activities

Electricity

Showers

Toilets

Dump Station

Wood

Ice

Wells

Fireplace/Grill

Boat Landing

Enclosed Shelter

Open Shelter

Leashed Pets

Camping

Swimming

Fishing

Canoeing

Trails/Hiking

Playground

Picnicking

Water Skiing

Tennis Courts

Ball Fields

Horseshoe Court

Frisbee Golf

Ice Skating

Hockey

Ski Downhill

Ski X-country

Snowmobiling

Tubing (snow)

Sledding

Skate Park

Volleyball

Dexter Park

Nepco Park

North Wood County Park

Powers Bluff

South Wood County Park

Richfield 360

Wood County ATV Area

Ben Hansen Park

Demitz City Park

Gaynor Park

Lyon Park

Mead Field

Mead Rapids View Park

Poplar Springs Park

Riverside Park - Nekoosa

Robinson Park

Sand Lot Park

Veterans Memorial Park

Ward Johnson

Zoo Park

Witter Field

Woods Grove

East River

West River

county parks

community parks

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• Golf • Restaurant • Weddings • Banquets

2311 Griffith Avenue • Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Pro Shop 715.424.3204

Coaches Corner 715.424.3200

Office/Banquet Reservations 715.424.3201

www.ridgesgolfcourse.com

The Ridges Golf Course is a central Wisconsin hidden golfing treasure. Our course combines scenic terrain with

challenging golf and impeccable service. We bring passion to everything we do, both on and off the course. In

addition to boasting one of the best rounds of 18 holes in the area we are also proud to offer banquet facilities for

the special days in your lives and have a full service bar and restaurant, Coaches Corner. Make no mistake, the real

star of the show is the challenging yet enjoyable golf layout. Come and enjoy what real hospitality is all about.

The Ridges friendly staff is ready to make your golfing and dining experience an enjoyable one.

SUP the Rapids LLC is excited to be in operation for the 8th

summer! We are honored to share our experience and knowledge

with others as we explore the rivers and lakes of Central Wisconsin.

SUP the Rapids LLC specializes in custom outings.

Lessons • Guided Outings • Downtown Wisconsin Rapids Tour

• History Tours • Groups • SUP with Your Pup • Workouts

To arrange your custom SUP outing:

Call OR text 715-570-2989, email: suptherapidsllc@gmail.com

SPORTS AND RECREATION

Bullseye is an 18 hole golf course and banquet facility located in the heart of Wisconsin Rapids,

featuring a full service bar and restaurant with beautiful views of the Wisconsin River. The golf course

is open for public play in 2020, with a matured and memorable layout with pristine greens and

playing conditions. We also offer a premier venue for all of life's celebrations. Call us today!

2800 Ridgewood Trail • Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Golf Shop: (715) 423-2225

Clubhouse/Banquets: (715) 423-2230

www.BULLSEYEGOLFCLUB.com

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The Wisconsin Rapids Area Sports Commission (WRASC) provides a forum for leaders in the athletic community who are passionate about

promoting our area as a sports destination! We work to connect people and provide collaboration opportunities to achieve growth and success

of our area sports organizations. Additionally, we seek to acquire new athletic events, and capitalize on our area’s valued recreational facilities

and natural assets. The WRASC meets on the second Tuesday of every month. If you are interested in being involved or finding out more

information contact Morgan Simon at 715-422-4650 or msimon@visitwisrapids.com.

ATV

Dyracuse Off-Road Park

www.rapidangels.com

Auto Races

Golden Sands Speedway

www.gssraces.com

Baseball

Wisconsin Rapids American Legion

Baseball

www.wisconsinrapidslegionbaseball.org

Rafters Baseball

www.raftersbaseball.com

WRYSA Baseball

www.wrysa.com

Basketball

Wisconsin Rapids Cage Club

www.rapidshoops.com

BMX

Central WI BMX

www.cwbmx.org

Cross Country Running

WIAA State Cross Country

Championships

www.wiaawi.org

Curling

Tri-City Curling Club

www.tri-citycurlingclub.com

Flyball

Wisconsin Rapids Kennel Club

www.wrkc.net

Football

Rapids Raptors

www.rapidsraptors.org

Gymnastics

WIAA State Gymnastics Championships

www.wiaawi.org

Hockey

South Wood County

Youth Hockey Association

www.swcyha.org

Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings

www.riverkingshockey.com

Motocross

Dyracuse Off-Road Park

www.rapidangels.com

Ski Jumping

Tri Norse Ski Club and Winter Park

www.trinorse.com

Snowmobiling

Kellner Knights Snowmobile Club

www.kellnerknights.org

Soccer

Rapids Kickers Soccer

www.rapidskickers.com

Softball

WRYSA Softball

www.wrysa.com

Stand-Up Paddleboarding

SUP the Rapids

www.suptherapidsllc.com

Taekwondo

Park Institute

www.parkinstitutewr.com

Trapshooting

Wisconsin Trapshooting Association

www.witrapshooters.com

Waterski

Wisconsin Rapids Aqua Skiers

www.aquaskiers.org

Partners

South Wood County YMCA

www.swcymca.org

Wood County Parks & Forestry

www.co.wood.wi.us/departments/parks

For more information and contacts

for area sports organizations

visit www.visitwisrapids.com/sportscommission

Wisconsin Rapids is proud

to host the

50 th State

Gymnastics

Championships

March 6-7, 2020

Lincoln High School

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

108 th State

Cross Country

Championships

October 31, 2020

The Ridges Golf Course

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

www.wiaawi.org | 715-344-8580

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The

LARGEST

water ski

show tournament in the world

July 16-19, 2020

SOUTH WOOD COUNTY PARK | LAKE WAZEECHA

RED SANDS BEACH

SPORTS AND RECREATION

weekly shows

LAKE WAZEECHA - Sundays

Pre-Show 6:00pm Show 6:30pm

JUNE 21 . JUNE 28 . JULY 5 . JULY 12 . JULY 26 . AUGUST 2 . AUGUST 22

WWW.AQUASKIERS.ORG

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Cheer on the

Riverkings!

All home games played at

South Wood County Hockey Rink

2711 16th Street

Wisconsin Rapids

“Building hockey up and down the river”

HOME SCHEDULE

Saturday Oct. 5 vs Dells Ducks 7:00pm

Friday Nov. 1 vs Chicago 7:00pm

Saturday Nov. 2 vs Chicago 7:00pm

Friday Nov. 8 vs Rum River 7:00pm

Saturday Nov. 9 vs Rum River 7:00pm

Saturday Dec. 14 vs Dells Ducks 7:00pm

Friday Jan. 10 vs MN. Moose 7:00pm

Saturday Jan. 11 vs MN. Moose 7:00pm

Friday Jan. 24 vs Roch. Vipers 7:00pm

Saturday Jan. 25 vs Roch. Vipers 7:00pm

Friday Jan. 31 vs Hudson 7:00pm

Saturday Feb. 1 vs Hudson 7:00pm

Friday Feb. 7 vs Blue Ox 7:00pm

Saturday Feb. 8 vs Blue Ox 7:00pm

Friday Feb. 21 vs Steele County 7:00pm

Saturday Feb. 22 vs Steele County 7:00pm

1st Round Midwest Premier Playoffs February 25th - 28th

2nd Round Midwest Premier Playoffs March 5th - 8th

USPHL Premier National Championship, Boston MA. March 12th - 15th

WWW.RIVERKINGSHOCKEY.COM

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Dyracuse Recreational Area is located

15 miles south of Wisconsin Rapids

off State Highway 13 on

County Road O in the Town of Rome

715-325-8017

WWW.DYRACUSE.COM

Spring

Opening the first weekend

in April

(weather permitting)

Wed: 2pm until dusk

Sat & Sun: 10am until dusk

Summer

After Memorial Day Weekend

Wed: 2pm - 8pm

Fri, Sat & Sun: 10am - 8pm

SPORTS AND RECREATION

Fall

After Labor Day Weekend

Fri: 2pm until dusk

Sat & Sun: 10am until dusk

Closing last weekend

in October

Grand Prix 4/25/20 • Motocross 4/26/20 • Harescramble 6/13/20

Hillclimb 6/14/20 • Enduro 9/27/20•

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Calendar of Events

January

1 23 rd Annual Polar Bear Jump to benefit CMNH

715-325-6555

www.marshfieldclinic.org/giving/cmnh

10 Indoor Farmer’s Market

608-444-0228

www.romefarmersmarket.com

10 Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Hot Stove

715-424-5400

raftersbaseball.com

11 Mead Wildlife Snowshoe and Moonlight Hike

715-457-6771

www.meadwildlife.org

17 Steely Dane

715-424-2787

www.savorthearts.org

17-Feb 25 Dian Ritter, quilts with Peter Ritter, ceramics

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

18 Lake Sherwood Lodge Fisheree

715-325-2636

www.visitromewi.com

18 Nepco Park Cross Country Ski Event

715-451-1812

www.co.wood.wi.us/departments/parks

24-26 LHS Winter Show

715-424-6763

www.wrps.org/community/pachome.cfm

26 Central Wisconsin Ice Racing Association

Point Chase

715-212-6340

www.amaiceracingnationals.com/cwira

26 Port Edwards Lions Club Fisheree

715-887-3065

www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/portedwardswi

26 Wakely’s Ice Harvest

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

February

1 WI Rapids Polar Plunge for Special Olympics

715-848-0550 ext. 3

www.polarplungewi.org

1-Feb 25 Dian Ritter, quilts with Peter Ritter, ceramics

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

2 Pittsville Lions Club Fisheree

715-884-2118

www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/pittsvillewi

6 Chris Kroeze of “The Voice”

715-424-2787

www.savorthearts.org

7-9 Lake Arrowhead’s SnowBlast Winterfest

715-325-3480

www.lakearrowheadgolf.com

8 Badger State Winter Games – Ski Jumping

715-432-5058

www.trinorse.org

8 Souper Snow Sculpture

715-423-0505

www.swchs.com

8 Kellner Knights Snowmobile Club Radar Run

715-213-2541

www.kellnerknights.org

14 Indoor Farmer’s Market

608-444-0228

www.romefarmersmarket.com

14-16 Heaven Can Wait

715-421-0435

www.wrctheatre.org

15 Kiwanis Youth Outdoors Day-Winter

715-423-8938

www.wrkiwanis.org

15 Lake Camelot Fisheree

920-382-3155

www.visitromewi.com

15 Mr. Wakely’s Winter Feast

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

20-23 Heaven Can Wait

715-421-0435

www.wrctheatre.org

25 Mardi Gras Business Expo, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

28-Mar 1 55 th Men’s Invitational Bonspiel

715-421-0201

www.tri-citycurlingclub.com

29 Rome Fat Bike Fest

715-325-3090

www.visitromewi.com/fat-tire-biking

March

1-31 Youth Art Month, Nekoosa Public Schools

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

5 The Tap Pack

715-424-2787

www.savorthearts.org

6-7 WIAA State Gymnastics Championships

715-344-8580

www.wiaawi.org

8 Port Edwards Lions Club Pancake Brunch

715-887-3065

www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/portedwardswi

13 Indoor Farmer’s Market

608-444-0228

www.romefarmersmarket.com

13-15 Children’s Theater Performance

715-424-6763

www.wrps.org/community/pachome.cfm

14 Wood County Master Gardeners Spring

Gardening Seminar

715-325-2075

www.wood-county-master-gardeners.org

28 Nekoosa Easter Event, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

28 Sugar Bush

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

April

2-4 AHS Musical

715-422-0900

www.assumptioncatholicschools.org

3 David Victor: The Hits of Boston and Styx

715-424-2787

www.savorthearts.org

3-May 16 Arts for All Wisconsin, Traveling Exhibit

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

10 Indoor Farmer’s Market

608-444-0228

www.romefarmersmarket.com

11 Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt and Activities

715-423-8938

www.wrkiwanis.org

23-26 LHS Spring Musical

715-424-6763

www.wrps.org/community/pachome.cfm

25 Children’s Festival

715-424-6700

May

1-3 8 th Annual Flyball Frenzy Tournament

715-459-2091

www.wrkc.net

1-16 Arts for All Wisconsin, Traveling Exhibit

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

8-10 Cabaret

715-421-0435

www.wrctheatre.org

14-17 Cabaret

715-421-0435

www.wrctheatre.org

21 Tunes on the Turn

715-325-2915

www.lakearrowheadgolf.com

22 Rome Farmer’s Market

608-444-0228

www.romefarmersmarket.com

24 Garden Music Festival

715-325-3090

visitromewi.com

29-July 14 Carmen Duran, painting with Elise Thornton,

basketry

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

June

1-30 Carmen Duran, painting with Elise Thornton,

basketry

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

4 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

6 Kiwanis Youth Outdoors Day-Summer

715-423-8938

www.wrkiwanis.org

6-7 WTA High School Clay Target State Shoot

888-704-6588

www.witrapshooters.com/

9 Gather by the Gazebo (Town of Rome),

HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

11 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

13 10 th Annual Renaissance Race Against Cancer

715-424-3636

www.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=10305

13 Point Basse Pioneer Festival

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

14 Point Basse Pioneer Festival

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

17 Rendezvous in the Park (Nekoosa),

HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

18 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

18-21 Cranberry Blossom Festival

715-422-4650

www.blossomfest.com

The WRACVB assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information or representatives, the delivery of services contained herein and no responsibility for

22 errors, changes or omissions. For your convenience, please call ahead to confirm dates, times and other information.

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19 June Dairy Berry Breakfast, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

20 Arts, Crafts and Cranberries Fair, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

20 Port Education Foundation Blackhawk Scramble

715-887-4338

www.pesd.k12.wi.us/district/education-foundation

20 Rome Classic Car, Bike, and Snowmobile Show

715-459-8001

www.romesnobandits.com/

20 SWC YMCA BRIDGE2BRIDGE 5K Run Walk

715-887-3240

www.swcymca.org

20 Tri-Norse Mini Mudder

www.trinorse.org

21 Cranberry Blossom Festival Parade, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

25 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

July

1-14 Carmen Duran, painting with Elise Thornton,

basketry

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

2 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

4 Lake Sherwood 4 th of July

715-325-2636

www.lakesherwoodlodge.com

4 Pittsville’s 4 th of July Parade and Celebration

715-884-2422

www.pittsvillewi.com

4 Wisconsin Rapids Fireworks Display

Gather by the Wisconsin River off West Grand Avenue,

Fireworks at dusk

9 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

11 Wood County Master Gardeners 21 st Annual

Garden Walk

715-325-2075

www.wood-county-master-gardeners.org

14 Gather by the Gazebo (Town of Rome), HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

14-19 Wisconsin Trapshooting Association State Shoot

888-704-6588

www.witrapshooters.com

15 Rendezvous in the Park (Nekoosa), HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

16 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

16-19 Annual Wisconsin State Water Ski Show

Championship

715-459-5000

www.aquaskiers.org

17-Aug 25 “Coming Home”-an all media group exhibition

by artists who received their start in Central

Wisconsin

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

21 “Lucky” Summer Hummer Golf Outing Event,

HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

23 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

25 Whodunit?

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

30 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

August

1 Corvettes of the North Car Cruise

715-435-3707

corvettesofthenorth.com

1-25 “Coming Home”-an all media group exhibition

by artists who received their start in Central

Wisconsin

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

2 100 th Annual St. Philip’s Church Picnic

715-435-3286

www.saint-philip.org

6 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

7-8 Annual Port Edwards Monarch Fun Fest

715-323-5178

7-8 Rome ‘N Fest

715-572-3287

www.romeplayers.info

8 Rudolph Old Tractor Show

715-435-4242

11 Gather by the Gazebo (Town of Rome),

HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

13 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

15 Lake Camelot Frolics

715-325-5031

www.shermalotskiteam.com

19 Rendezvous in the Park (Nekoosa), HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

20 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

27 Lunch by the River, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

28-Oct 13

Brush & Palette Club of Central Wisconsin

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

September

1-30 Brush & Palette Club of Central Wisconsin

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

5 Lake Arrowhead Annual Craft Show

715-329-2915

www.lakearrowheadgolf.com

6 Fall Harvest Music Festival

715-325-3090

www.visitromewi.com

12 Harvest Fair

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

13 Downtown Grand Affair, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

19 Campfire Cooking Workshop

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

23, 25, 30 Splash of Red Cranberry Tours

715-884-6412 RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

https://sites.google.com/pittsville.k12.wi.us/cranscience/home

25-27 Warrens Cranberry Festival

608-378-4200

www.cranfest.com

Late September thru late October

Experience the fall colors while taking a

self-guided drive on the Cranberry Highway

715-422-4650

www.cranberryhighway.com

October

1-13 Brush & Palette Club of Central Wisconsin

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

1 Wisconsin Rapids Run with the Cops 5k

608-442-5674

www.runwithcops.org

2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23

Splash of Red Cranberry Tours

715-884-6412 RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

https://sites.google.com/pittsville.k12.wi.us/cranscience/home

3-4 Nekoosa GIANT Pumpkin Festival

715-570-7133

nekoosagiantpumpkinfest.com

9 Hometown Halloween, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

16-Dec 1 Clay Buttke, photography with Sy Henseler,

woodturning

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

Late September thru late October

Experience the fall colors while taking a

self-guided drive on the Cranberry Highway

715-422-4650

www.cranberryhighway.com

17 Spirit Walk

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

10 WSFM Final Alarm Ceremony

262-893-9543

www.wsfm.org

24 Spirit Walk

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

31 WIAA State Cross Country Championships

715-344-8580

www.wiaawi.org

November

1-Dec 1 Clay Buttke, photography with Sy Henseler,

woodturning

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

25 Rekindle the Spirit, HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

December

*HOW Chamber – Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce

4-Jan 12 Meredith Jane Trzebiatowski, painting with

Mary Heuer, jewelry

715-887-3442

www.alexanderhouseonline.org

5 Christmas in Rome

715-459-8001

www.romesnobandits.com

5 Nekoosa Area Hometown Christmas,

HOW Chamber

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

12 Rudolph Country Christmas

www.rudolphcountrychristmas.org

12 Heritage Hollyday

715-459-1722

www.historicpointbasse.com

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS


Ongoing Events for 2020

Wisconsin Rapids Downtown Farmers Market E

220 1 st Avenue South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Along the beautiful Wisconsin River

Farmers’ markets are a long-standing tradition in central

Wisconsin. They’re great for so many reasons! Purchasing

locally-grown and seasonal foods benefits the local

economy, environment, and your personal health in many

ways, so enjoy the tastes, the relationships you develop

with producers, and the knowledge that you are doing

something good for yourself, the community and the earth!

Open late-June through early-October on Thursdays and

Saturdays from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Go to www.woodcountyfarmersmarkets.com for a complete

list of area farmers markets and farm stands.

Tunes on the Turn

715-325-3480

www.lakearrowheadgolf.com

Memorial Day thru Labor Day – Every Thursday evening

from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. There will be live music at The

Pines patio, rain or shine.

Wisconsin Rapids Aqua Skiers Show Ski Team E

www.aquaskiers.org

June thru August - Experience beauty, grace, thrills and

raw power as they perform one amazing act after another.

Their water ski shows consist of 14 acts, choreographed to

a common theme. So, if you’re just looking for a great way

to spend an enjoyable evening with family and friends, stop

out and enjoy the show!

Shermalot Water-Ski Show Team E

www.shermalotskiteam.com

May thru September - Feel the roar of the mighty ski-boats,

see daredevil jumpers and precision acrobatics at the

Shermalot Water-Ski Show Team performances at the Lake

Arrowhead Dam. Visit their website for show dates and

times.

Wisconsin Rapids Rafters E

715-424-5400

www.raftersbaseball.com

May thru August - Root root root for the home team at

Witter Field, home of the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters as they

compete in the Northwood’s League!

Races at Golden Sands Speedway E

715-423-4660

www.gssraces.com

July thru October – Cruise into Golden Sands Speedway

for some great racing action. Visit their website for dates

and times.

Lunch by the River hosted by the Heart of Wisconsin

Chamber of Commerce

715-423-1830

www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

June thru August – Thursdays from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm

come on down to Veterans Memorial Park to enjoy

entertainment and lunch by the river! Each week is sponsored

by a different business, and there are a variety of local food

vendors to choose from.

Wisconsin Rapids City Band E

715-421-3115

www.wrcityband.org

July thru August – Enjoy the sounds of the city band

musicians playing a wide variety of music under the summer

sky at Robinson Park. Visit their website for performance

dates and times.

Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings Hockey E

www.riverkings.com

October thru February – Come watch the Riverkings heat up

the ice at the South Wood County Recreation Center!

Check out our online

Calendar of Events at:

www.VisitWisRapids.com

POINT CRAFT RIVER

AT WITTER FIELD

ALL YOU CAN EAT BALLPARK FOOD

ALL YOU CAN DRINK CRAFT BEER AND FOUTNAIN SODA

20+ DIFFERENT BEERS DELIVERED ON

RAFTS DOWN RIVER BUILT INTO 80’ LONG BAR

RAFTERSBASEBALL.COM 715-424-5400

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Hotels & Motels

Americas Best Value Inn E

3410 8 th Street South,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-8080

www.americasbestvalueinn.com

Cobblestone Hotel E

& Suites

3010 8 th Street South,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-3444

www.staycobblestone.com

Bed & Breakfasts

Le Chateau Bed and

Breakfast/The Manor E

840 1 st Street North,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

920-858-9640

Accommodations

Econo Lodge

3120 8 th Street South,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-5506

www.choicehotels.com

Hotel Mead & Convention

Center E

451 East Grand Avenue,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-1500

www.hotelmead.com

Maples Motel

4750 8 th Street South,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-2590

www.maplesmotel.net

Motel 6 E

911 Huntington Avenue,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-3211

www.motel6.com

Rapids Inn & Suites

3300 8 th Street South,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

844-807-2300

www.rapidsinnsuiteswr.us

Sleep Inn & Suites E

4221 8 th Street South,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-6800

www.choicehotels.com

ACCOMODATIONS

Cabins, Cottages & Vacation Rentals

Cottage Keeper Vacation

Rentals E

1916 Chicago Drive,

Arkdale, WI 54613

888-404-2688

www.cottagekeeper.com

Lodges of the Lakes

387 - 389 Cog Hill Court,

Nekoosa, WI 54457

866-456-3437

www.lodgesofthelakes.com

Sand Valley Golf Resort E

1697 Leopold Way,

Nekoosa, WI 54457

888-651-5539

www.sandvalley.com

The Stone Cottage at

Glacial Lake Cranberries E

2480 County Road D,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-887-4161

www.glaciallakecranberries.com

The White House of

Wisconsin Rapids E

820 First Street North,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-1255

www.whitehousewi.com

Campgrounds

CERA Park E

205 State Highway 66,

Rudolph, WI 54475

715-422-3447

www.cerapark.org

Deer Trail Park

Campground E

13846 County Road Z,

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-886-3871

www.deertrailparkcampground.com

Dexter County Park E

8200 Highway 54,

Pittsville, WI 54466

715-421-8422

www.co.wood.wi.us/Departments/

Parks/Dexter.aspx

Homegrounds RV Park E

1312 Akron Drive,

Nekoosa, WI 54457

888-704-6588

www.witrapshooters.com/

homegrounds-rv-park

North Wood County Park E

7500 Park Lane,

Arpin, WI 54410

715-421-8422

www.co.wood.wi.us/Departments/

Parks/NorthPark.aspx

South Wood County Park E

6411 South Park Road,

Wisconsin, WI 54494

715-421-8422

www.co.wood.wi.us/Departments/

Parks/SouthPark.aspx

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responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. For your convenience, please call ahead to confirm dates, times and other information.


Central Wisconsin’s Premier Full Service Hotel

Conveniently located in the heart of Wisconsin

Mead in the

Middle

150 Spacious Guestrooms • 17,000 sq. ft. of Flexible Meeting Space

Expansive Banquet Menu Options • Grand Avenue Pub & Grille • Grand Avenue Tavern

451 East Grand Avenue | Wisconsin Rapids | www.HotelMead.com | 1-800-843-6323

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Indoor Pool/Whirlpool

Free High-Speed Internet

Free Hot Home-Style Breakfast

Meeting Room

All rooms include Microwave and Refrigerator

Fireplace/Whirlpool Suites

Pet Friendly

www.staycobblestone.com/wi/wisconsin-rapids

Vacation Rental Guest Homes

Castle Rock • Petenwell Lakes • Lake Arrowhead Golf

Some only 5 min. to Sand Valley Golf

• Waterfront & offshore privacy

• 30-50 minutes N of Wisconsin Dells

• Only 3.5 hours from Chicago or Minneapolis

• Over 20+ homes to choose from/some pet friendly

• Privately owned, year-round homes

• Accommodations for 4-16

• Weekly, nightly (some minimum stays required)

888-404-2688

www.cottagekeeper.com

Le Chateau The Manor

Bed & Breakfast

840 1 st Street North

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

920-858-9640

lechateauthemanor@yahoo.com

Facebook: lechateaubedandbreakfastthemanor

They welcome guests to experience an

overnight stay in the comforts of this historical

Queen Anne Victorian built in 1889. Their

extensively restored classic beauty now referred

to as “Le Chateau-The Manor Bed & Breakfast”

was historically known as the John Arpin

Mansion and has years of history to share. If its

relaxation, comforts of home feeling, garden

strolls, bird watching, river walks or area

attractions that you aspire to the “The Manor”

is here to offer those amenities and loads of

hospitality.

Wood County Parks and Forestry Department

111 West Jackson Street

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-8422

www.co.wood.wi.us/departments/parks

Wood County maintains three public

campgrounds open from May-October.

Dexter Park campground is open through

deer gun season. Make reservations in

advance by calling during normal business

hours or online.

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Dining

Coffee Shops & Sweet Treats

Craig’s Porch at

Sand Valley

1697 Leopold Way

Nekoosa, WI 54457

888-651-5539

Cravings Coffee & Wine Shop

312 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids,

WI 54494

715-423-6500

Casual Dining

American Family Table

Restaurant

1530 West Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-0600

Anchor Bay Bar & Grill

3460 North Biron Drive

Wisconsin Rapids,

WI 54494

715-423-0010

Applebee’s Neighborhood

Grill & Bar

4311 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-3290

Austin Diner

221 Market Avenue

Port Edwards, WI 54469

715-909-0080

Camelot on the Lake

298 Leisure Lane

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-5031

Chat-R-Box

4231 80 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-712-3393

China Palace

2113 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-7939

Coaches Corner at The Ridges

2311 Griffith Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids,

WI 54494

715-424-3200

Dairy Treat

1110 West Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-4060

Dairy Queen

551 East Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-0920

Cruisin Café

1010 Market Street

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-510-0195

El Mezcal

930 Kuhn Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-9060

Four Star Family Restaurant

2911 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-4554

Graces Family Restaurant

1371 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-2442

Grand Avenue Pub & Grill

451 East Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids,

WI 54494

715-422-7022

Grandma’s USA Café

1920 Wylie Street

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-3833

Great Expectations

3551 Plover Road

Wisconsin Rapids,

WI 54494

715-423-3190

Hokkai Do Sushi & Grill

3310 8 th Street South,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-712-3545

From the Ground Up

Coffee House

250 West Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-5161

King Cone

1600 Baker Street

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-712-3404

ISpoon

4531 8 th Street South, Suite 106

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-5858

Jim’s Barb-IE-Q Shack

3940 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-0888

Lake Sherwood Lodge

1146 West Queens Way

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-2636

Lure Bar & Grill

1735 Archer Lane

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-6555

Market Street Grill

324 Market Street

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-886-3844

Misty’s Menu

9041 State Highway 13 South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-325-2330

Olympic II Family

Restaurant

2520 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-4744

Pasquales/Pat’s Pad

2930 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-4743

Perkins Restaurant

& Bakery

2311 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-4443

Short and Sweet Cakery

211 Oak Street

Wisconsin Rapids,

WI 54494

715-421-2253

Swiftwater Ice Cream

300 Market Street

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-316-3528

Portesi’s Fine Foods

4110 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-6120

Shaw Lee

222 West Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-5550

The Grille, Ho-Chunk Gaming

949 County Road G

Nekoosa,

WI 54457

715-886-4560

The Pines at

Lake Arrowhead

1195 Apache Lane

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-3341

Vesper’s Café

6569 Cameron Avenue

Vesper, WI 54489

715-569-3700

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Fast Food

Arby’s

3110 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-0220

Burger King

940 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-2070

Checkers

1840 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-5140

Chip’s of Wisconsin Rapids

1330 West Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids,

WI 54495

715-423-8830

Culvers

2711 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-1100

Hardee’s

1821 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-3775

Jimmy John’s

2020 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-2424

Kentucky Fried Chicken

1750 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54994

715-423-0690

McDonald’s

110 Market Street

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-886-5000

McDonald’s

2128 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-1680

Subway

221 West Riverview Expressway

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-424-1222

Subway (Wal-Mart)

4331 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-0123

Subway East

3810 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-2722

Taco Bell

1750 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-0690

Taco Johns

610 East Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-0602

Tropical Smoothie

1951 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-1540

DINING

Fine Dining

Aldo’s at Sand Valley

1697 Leopold Way

Nekoosa, WI 54457

888-651-5539

Dirty Oar Supper Club

1682 Apache Lane

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-2522

Lake Aire Supper Club

6510 State Highway 13 S

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-325-5147

The Branding Iron

Supper Club

9721 State Highway 13 South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-325-8102

Pizza

Domino’s

2880 8 th Street North

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-5555

Goodfella’s Pizza Pub

225 1 st Street South

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-886-3333

Little Caesars Pizza

621 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-2222

Papa Murphy’s

4551 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-1444

Pizza Hut

2001 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-7100

Polito’s Pizza

1951 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-4343

Rocky Rococo

1841 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

715-712-1200

Romano’s Pizza

108 County Road Z

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-6700

Pubs & Taverns

Aaron’s Wines & Steins

160 1 st Street North

Wisconsin Rapids,

WI 54494

715-423-4763

Danny K’s Pub & Grille

950 West Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-0200

Double Down Pub

9031 County Road WW

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-2122

Foley’s Nita Brew

616 Market Street

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-886-3345

Frair Tucks Pub and Grill

382 State Highway 13

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-325-3338

Grand Avenue Tavern

451 East Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-1500

Homestead Tavern

3372 State Highway 13 North

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-423-7577

Hoozels Bar

4010 Plover Road,

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-6131

Ida’s Tavern

1981 Lincoln Street

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-2063

Jennings & Co.

210 1 st Street

Wisconsin Rapids,

WI 54494

715-424-5200

Joker’s Bar & Grill

5075 State Highway 13/34

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-421-0088

Mammoth Bar at Sand Valley

1697 Leopold Way

Nekoosa, WI 54457

888-651-5539

Octane Bar and Grill

9051 State Highway 13 South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-325-6060

Roux’s Roadhouse 73

784 State Highway 73

Nekoosa, WI 54457

715-909-0200

Sportsman’s Pub & Grill

4810 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-4490

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Food, Wine and Craft Beers

160 1 st Street North

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

715-423-4763

Open Tuesday through Sunday

12:00pm to 10:00pm

Enjoy delicious food with a view of

the 10 th hole of the back nine of

The Ridges Golf Course.

This full-service bar and restaurant

offers a friendly atmosphere and

numerous TVs for your sports

viewing pleasure.

Summer hours:

Monday-Friday 4 pm-close

and Saturdays noon-close

Winter hours:

Thursday-Saturday 4 pm-close

COACHES

CORNER

2311 Griffith Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-3200

at

like us on facebook

312 8 th street south | wisconsin rapids

715.423.6500

Open 7 days a week....locally owned and operated for 13 years....

full espresso bar... wine to go or stay....fun gifts and great service!

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Located within Hotel Mead & Conference Center

451 East Grand Avenue | Wisconsin Rapids | www.HotelMead.com | 1-800-843-6323

DINING

The Grille, located inside of Ho-Chunk Gaming Nekoosa, offers

a full menu with many satisfying choices. Sit, relax and enjoy a

delicious meal in a fine dining atmosphere.

The Banquet Center, also located inside of Ho-Chunk Gaming

Nekoosa, can seat up to 250 guests for your next family reunion,

class reunion, baby shower, bridal shower, wedding reception or

birthday event. Enjoy a full service staff that is ready to serve a

buffet style, family style or sit-down meal for your next special

occasion.

Call (800) 782-4560 ext. 8368 to reserve the Banquet Center.

NEKOOSA

949 CTY RD G, NEKOOSA, WI 54457 | 800.782.4560

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NEKOOSA

Nekoosa Walleye Days

March 28-April 19, 2020

Check out Nekoosa Walleye Days on Facebook.

Nekoosa Spring Easter Event

March 28, 2020

Sponsored by the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of

Commerce. For more information call 715-423-1830

or visit www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com.

Rendezvous in the Park

June 17, July 15 & August 19, 2020

Rendezvous with us at Rivershide Park in Nekoosa!

Make it your casual business meeting spot, family

summer get together, or a dinner date next to the

beautiful Wisconsin River. From 5:30-7:30pm

23rd Annual

Nekoosa Giant Pumpkin Fest

October 3-4, 2020

Always the first full weekend in October

Saturday 9 am-5 pm and Sunday 9 am-4 pm

For more information visit

www.nekoosagiantpumpkinfest.com.

Nekoosa Area

Hometown Christmas

December 5, 2020

Sponsored by the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of

Commerce. For more information call 715-423-1830

or visit www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com.

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Play at the Lake

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TO NEKOOSA

Wisconsin Rapids Shopping

1. Local on 1 st

160 1 st Street North

715.422.4650

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2. Paul Gross Jewelers

241 Oak Street

715.421.3131

TO RUDOLPH

1

2

3. BowWow Meow

221 Lincoln Street

715.213.2212

W GRAND AVE

1ST ST N

OAK STREET

3

LINCOLN STREET

E GRAND AVE

4. Sweet Tea Clothing Co.

821 Pepper Avenue

715.424.4244

5. Rustic Redefined

840 Huntington Avenue

715.205.9610

6. Milkweed Market

1191 Huntington Avenue

715.818.6466

PEPPER AVE

4

7. Daly Drug

3215 8 th Street South

715.423.3400

8TH ST S / HWY 13

HUNTINGTON AVE

7

5

6

8. Rubi Reds

4081 8 th Street South

715.712.0324

9. Lighthouse Books

4330 8 th Street

715.423.7773

8

10. Beavers Dime Store

410 Market Street | Nekoosa, WI

715.886.4371

9

11. Dairy State Cheese

Highway 13/34 | Rudolph, WI

715.435.3144

10

For more local shops go to

www.visitwisrapids.com/shopping

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840 Huntington Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

715-205-9610

Rustic Redefined provides a

boutique shopping experience with

unique and affordable clothing and

accessories for the entire family!

4081 8th Street S. | Wis. Rapids |

715.712.0324 | www.rubireds.com

Cranberry and Specialty Food Market in the

Heart of Cranberry Country

Proud to offer Wisconsin Made Products

Dried fruits – cheese – wine – chocolates –

gifts and more

Visit our retail store or shop online.

rubiredcranberries

Highway 13/34 | Rudolph, WI

715-435-3144

www.dairystatecheese.com

Wisconsin’s rich dairy heritage is on display

at Wisconsin Dairy State Cheese, a retail store

and production facility. View master cheese

makers from two large observation windows

or browse and shop from over 200 varieties

of Wisconsin cheese! Open seven days a

week. Please call for holiday hours!

LOCAL BUSINESSES AND SHOPPING

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Beavers Dime Store

410 Market Street

Nekoosa, WI 54457

Unique items for pets and the people they own!

715-886-4371

www.beaversvariety.com 221 Lincoln Street | Wisconsin Rapids 54494 | 715-213-2212

We offer a premium selection of dog and cat toys, collars, leashes,

supplements, chews, and a mix and match bulk bakery with over

20 different flavors.

Like us on Facebook!

Daly Drug

Exceeding Expectations

Locally owned and operated

since 1888. We pride ourselves on

exceeding the expectations of our

customers and our community.

Meeting all of your pharmacy

needs. We also offer full postal

service and our gift shop is the

perfect place to find something

special! We have a variety of

unique gifts, as well as readymade

or custom gift baskets and

many cranberry themed items.

Monday through Friday 8:00am-6:00pm

Saturday 8:00am-3:00pm and Closed Sunday

3215 8th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-3400

COME CHECK OUT OUR RETAIL SHOP - TO SEE WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER!

1191 Huntington Ave. | Wis. Rapids, WI

www.themilkweedmarket.com

milkweedmarket@odcinc.com

HOME GOODS | DIY CRAFTS | UNIQUE GIFTS

20%

OFF

*Available in-store only. Not valid

with other offers. Non-transferable.

Not redeemable for cash. Some

exclusions apply. See store for details.

Expires 12/29/20.

Our product creations are

handcrafted in Central

Wisconsin by people at all

levels of ability.

1191 Huntington Ave. | Wis. Rapids, WI

inksplash@odcinc.com

715-818-6471

SCREEN PRINTING | EMBROIDERY

DIRECT TO GARMENT | PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

A fun place to

shop close to

home.

Trendy fashions,

jewelry, shoes &

gifts for ladies

of all ages!

2 Locations!

Next to Panda Express

176 Crossroads Dr

Plover

715-570-6832

821 Pepper Ave

Wisconsin Rapids

715-424-4244

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www.feyprinting.com • 715.423.2400

On-Site Repair

Engraving

Gift Wrapping

HOURS:

Monday-Thursday 9-5

Friday 9-8

Saturday 9-Noon

241 Oak Street

Downtown Wisconsin Rapids

715-421-3131

www.paulgrossjewelers.com

* Digital Printing

* Lithography

* Letterpress Printing

* Embossing

* Foil Stamping

* Diecutting

* Product Packaging

* Fulfillment

LOCAL BUSINESSES AND SHOPPING

Our mission:

To accelerate learning for all

www.renaissance.com

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Coldwell Banker Siewert Realtors

325 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-4800

www.ColdwellBankerSiewert.com

Your trusted source for real estate solutions.

With 85+ years of experience in the Wisconsin

Rapids area, we are committed to your complete

satisfaction and will represent your interests with

the utmost care.

phone 715.423.7440 3.5” x 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt

fax 715.424.0581

email info@qpprinting.com

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3515 8 th street south

wisconsin rapids l wi 54494

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940 Pepper Ave

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-424-4100

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Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

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Lamers Bus Lines

2611 West Grand Avenue

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-2400

www.golamers.com

Together We’re Going Places® and

creating travel experiences with a

large, diverse fleet of charter vehicles

equipped with state-of-the-art

amenities. Lamers Tour & Travel division

provides custom trip planning services

and pre-planned excursions throughout

the U.S. and Canada.

Lighthouse Books & Gifts

4330 8 th Street South

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

715-423-7773

www.lighthousebooksandgifts.com

A unique store featuring a wide variety of

inspirational books, gifts, framed art and

much more! Crafters will enjoy browsing

the largest selection of rubber stamps

and scrapbook supplies in the area. Open

Monday through Friday from

10 am-6 pm, Saturdays 10 am-4 pm and

closed on Sundays. Located across from

Wal-Mart next to Rapids Ford.

Aspirus Riverview Clinics

410 Dewey Street, Wisconsin Rapids | 715.421.7474

1015 Angelus Drive, Nekoosa | 715.886.2100

1160 Rome Center Drive, Rome | 715.325.8300

419 North Oak Street, Adams | 608.339.5250

Aspirus Doctors Clinic & Walk-In Clinic

2031 Peach Street, Wisconsin Rapids | 715.423.0122

Aspirus Riverview Hospital

410 Dewey Street, Wisconsin Rapids | 715.423.6060

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