Many of you attended graduation parties, gorged yourself on
brats at BratFest, took in the polar bears at the new exhibit at the Henry
Vilas Zoo and spent timing honoring the military over the past weekend. Those events signify the beginning of summer…hurrah!
A few years ago, when gas prices were very high, I did a
post on a Staycation; “stay” close to home and explore all southern Wisconsin
has to offer. Well, gas prices have come
down, but a Staycation is still a great opportunity to grab a mini-vacation for
a day or two here and there throughout the summer. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
This unusual attraction began in 1945 as the brain-child of
Alex Jordan who envisioned a retreat built on top of Deer Shelter Rock. The attraction is open year round and
includes the house, the Inn and the Resort.
Get lost in the life of a rural Wisconsin resident of the
late 19th century at Old World Wisconsin. The
living museum is a re-creation of working farmsteads and settlements
established by European immigrants looking for a better life.
At the confluence on the Mississippi and Wisconsin rivers in
the town of Wyalusing, the park offers spectacular views, hiking and camping. It’s
the perfect destination for a day trip or an overnight camping experience.
Not much time? Take a
scenic drive north on Hwy. 113 and take the Merrimac Ferry across the Wisconsin
River from Merrimac to Okee. It’s the
only free ferry in the state and runs 24 hours a day seven days a week from
April-November. Grab an ice cream cone
at the Ferry stop while you wait!
Whatever you summer plans, be sure to take advantage of all
Madison and the state have to offer. The
opportunities are endless. Enjoy!
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