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MADISON

Wisconsin Capitol

The best way to experience the beauty and grandeur of Wisconsin's Capitol building (located at 2 East Main Street, Madison) is to see it for yourself. Free tours are offered daily, year round. Tours start at the information desk Monday through Saturday at 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 a.m. and 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 p.m.; and Sundays at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 p.m. A 4:00 p.m. tour is offered weekdays (Monday - Friday) excluding holidays, from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The sixth floor museum and observation deck are open during the summer months. Groups of 10 or more should call for reservations. (608)266-0382

Governor's Mansion

Free public tours are conducted April through August. Call for details. (608)246-5501

University of Wisconsin

Beautiful campus located in the heart of Madison on the shores of Lake Mendota. There's always something going on in Badgerland! For all UW information please go to their website at www.wisc.edu.

State Street - Downtown Madison

Linking the Capitol and the UW campus is a pedestrian mall dotted with interesting shopping and dining opportunities, as well as museums and galleries. Come see for yourself what makes Madison such a vibrant living and learning community.

Dane County Farmers' Market

Wisconsin agricultural products direct from producers and much, much more. The Capitol Square Farmers Market is open every Saturday - Rain or Shine! Located outdoor around the Capitol building from 4/19 - 11/8/08. Hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There is also a Wednesday Farmers' Market on the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. from 4/23 - 11/5/08. Hours are 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Visit www.dcfm.org for more information.

Henry Vilas Zoo

The Henry Vilas Zoo receives over 500,000 visitors annually. It still charges no admission or parking fees, and is one of only a few free zoos in the world that is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The zoo grounds are open from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. every day. Zoo building hours are 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. every day. Visit www.vilaszoo.org for more information.

Olbrich Botanical Gardens

Explore the mystery and beauty of nature at Olbrich Botanical Gardens, winner of the 2005 National Award for Garden Excellence. Stroll through 16 acres of outdoor display gardens including Olbrich's Rose Garden and Thai Pavilion and Garden. Enjoy a tropical paradise year-round at Olbrich's Bolz Conservatory, a glass pyramid filled with exotic plants, bright flowers, a rushing waterfall, fragrant orchids and free-flying birds. Outdoor gardens are open daily from and 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. April thru Sept. and 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. in October. Admission is free to the public. Located at 3330 Atwood Avenue in Madison. Phone (608)246-4550 or visit their website at www.olbrich.org.

Wright's Monona Terrace

The Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center embraces the shore of picturesque Lake Monona in the heart of Madison's vibrant cultural and entertainment district. The building was designed by Wisconsin native and internationally renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, and the interior was redesigned by Wright apprentice and Taliesin architect Tony Puttnam to house state-of-the-art exhibition, meeting and public space. For a calendar of events visit their website at www.mononaterrace.com.

SURROUNDING AREA ATTRACTIONS

House on the Rock

During the 1940's a man named Alex Jordan discovered a 60-foot chimney of rock in the beautiful Wyoming Valley. It was here he decided to build a house on the sandstone formation called Deer Shelter Rock. Jordan built the house as a weekend retreat and never intended it to be a tourist attraction. However, people kept coming to see the architectural wonder they had heard about. Jordan eventually started asking for 50 cent donations. That was only the beginning. The 14-room house is the original structure of what is now a complex of many buildings, exhibits and gardens. This miraculous house includes some of the most amazing collections and also the world's largest carousel. For more information visit www.thehouseontherock.com or call (608)935-3639.

World Famous Mustard Museum

Located in Mount Horeb, WI, the Museum features an extensive collection of prepared mustards - over 4,800 jars, bottles, and tubes from all 50 states and more than 60 countries. The Museum also is home to hundreds of items of great mustard historical importance, including mustard pots and vintage mustard advertisements. You can learn more about the Museum at www.mustardweb.com.

Little Norway

Little Norway is a charming & unique outdoor Norwegian museum located in Blue Mounds, WI. On the National Registrar of Historic Places, Little Norway is the oldest privately owned museum in America. The buildings are authentic Norse architecture, simple and durable. One has a growing sod roof, the spring house, is peaked by three cupolas and most of them are trimmed with warm, fresh blue that is typically Norwegian. Little Norway is also the largest privately owned collection of Norwegian antiques in the United States. For more information view the web site at www.littlenorway.com.

Little Switzerland

Every year, thousands of visitors, including hundreds of Swiss tourists, are drawn to New Glarus to enjoy the atmosphere that thrives here and nowhere else outside Switzerland. With small town friendliness and enthusiasm, New Glarus is proud to share it Swiss heritage, its chalet type architecture, its two fine museums, its famous ethnic festivals, and a wealth of specialty shops and restaurants serving savory Swiss food. More information available at www.swisstown.com.

Hinchley's Dairy Farm Tours

Visit this working dairy farm April 1st through October 31st. On your visit you will see, touch and experience the farm. Visit farm animals and take an antique tractor driven hayride to view the crops. Stroll through the barn yard to pet and feed goats and sheep. Gather eggs from the hen house, and hold some newly hatched chicks. Moooove on to the barn to pet calves, look into a 2500 gallon bulk tank of fresh milk, and maybe even try to milk a cow too!! Located at 2844 Hwy. 73, Cambridge, WI. Phone (608)764-5090. www.dairyfarmtours.com.

Tours available at local area Cheese Factories, Breweries and Wineries.

These are just some of the companies that offer tours. Check with the registration desk at the campground for more information.

• Cedar Grove Cheese: www.cedargrovecheese.com
• Great Dane Pub: www.greatdanepub.com
• Capital Brewery: www.capital-brewery.com
• Minhas Brewery : www.minhasbrewery.com
• New Glarus Brewing: www.newglarusbrewing.com
• The Grumpy Troll Brew & Pub: www.thegrumpytroll.com
• Wollersheim Winery: www.wollersheim.com
• Mitchell Vineyard: www.wineandhop.com

DAY TRIPS TO THESE FAMOUS WISCONSIN ATTRACTIONS

2008 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

Scheduled for July 28 thru Aug. 3rd. at the EAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI. If you've never been to this world famous aviation event, and you love airplanes and all things related, you really should plan to attend. Typically about 2,500 show aircraft participate at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, including homebuilts, antiques, classics, warbirds, ultralights and rotorcraft. So bring your good walking shoes and plan on spending a few days…because you won't get through it in one. And enjoy! More information on the schedule of events is available at www.eaa.org/airventure.

The EAA Air Adventure Museum

Even if you aren't able to attend the EAA AirVenture event make sure you plan a trip to this wonderful museum, located 93 miles north of Madison, in Oshkosh, WI. Here you will see some of the most significant and spectacular contributions to the world of aviation. Exciting aircraft displays, dynamic theater and video presentations and fascinating galleries are all part of your total aviation experience. For schedules and more information visit www.eaa.org/museum.

Harley-Davidson, Wauwatosa, WI

105 years and still riding strong! 2008 marks the 105th anniversary celebration of Harley-Davidson and the 25th anniversary of the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.). Factory tours are available at their Wauwatosa, WI facility. Please call (877)883-1450 or 414-343-7850 for the latest tour information.