2010 SPRING SUMMER.qxd - Wisconsin Department of Tourism
2010 SPRING SUMMER.qxd - Wisconsin Department of Tourism
2010 SPRING SUMMER.qxd - Wisconsin Department of Tourism
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Contents<br />
Greetings!<br />
On behalf <strong>of</strong> the people <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong>, it is my<br />
pleasure to welcome you to the Badger State.<br />
We look forward to showing you why <strong>Wisconsin</strong><br />
is known worldwide for its hospitality, goodwill<br />
and gracious people.<br />
From the scenic bluffs <strong>of</strong> the mighty Mississippi<br />
to the shores <strong>of</strong> Lake Michigan and Lake<br />
Superior, <strong>Wisconsin</strong>’s magnificent landscape<br />
makes for one <strong>of</strong> the most beautiful places on<br />
earth. <strong>Wisconsin</strong> also <strong>of</strong>fers a variety <strong>of</strong> worldclass<br />
events, terrific accommodations, good food<br />
and reasonable prices that make our state a<br />
leading travel destination.<br />
As Governor, I am proud to welcome you to<br />
<strong>Wisconsin</strong>. Whether you want to hike a state<br />
park, fish in one <strong>of</strong> our many lakes or attend a<br />
Milwaukee Brewers game, we hope you enjoy<br />
your time in <strong>Wisconsin</strong>.<br />
I am confident that you will enjoy your<br />
adventure here, and we look forward to seeing<br />
you again soon!<br />
Sincerely,<br />
Jim Doyle<br />
Governor<br />
2 How To Use This Guide<br />
3 <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Highway Map<br />
4 April Events<br />
8 May Events<br />
14 June Events<br />
22 July Events<br />
30 August Events<br />
38 September Events<br />
46 Ongoing Events<br />
47 Changing Exhibits<br />
48 Theatre, Music & Dance<br />
This publication was produced by the<br />
<strong>Wisconsin</strong> <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong>,<br />
Kelli A. Trumble, Secretary, under the<br />
direction <strong>of</strong> Jim Bach, Project<br />
Coordinator. Design by John Cronin.<br />
Published January, <strong>2010</strong><br />
<strong>Wisconsin</strong> <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong><br />
201 W. Washington Avenue<br />
PO Box 8690<br />
Madison, WI 53708-8690<br />
608/266-2161<br />
800/432-8747<br />
COVER: EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh is the<br />
world’s largest gathering for recreational pilots<br />
and aviation enthusiasts (see page 28). Photo<br />
courtesy <strong>of</strong> EAA.<br />
INSIDE COVER: The PGA Championship<br />
returns to Whistling Straits in Kohler (see page<br />
33). Photo courtesy <strong>of</strong> Kohler Co.<br />
<strong>2010</strong> Spring/Summer Event Guide 1