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Sheboygan County Golf

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Sheboygan County is gaining notoriety as a golf haven with its world renown, championship courses, a number of competitive, scenic courses, and several shorter courses that are fun for the family. With excellent lodging, dining and great courses that are an easy 5-15 minute drive apart, you can play a round of golf at ten different locations without a chance of getting hungry or thirsty! And, what a way to see this beautiful area. From its gorgeous, eastern shores on Lake Michigan to the spectacular, rolling, glacial terrain on its western edge, you’ll see the most beautiful landscapes Wisconsin has to offer.

Save the long drive for the golf course. In Sheboygan County, more great golf is but a short putt away.

Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin

Quit Qui Oc Golf Club was established in 1927. Its 27-hole layout offers golfers of all abilities a unique and exciting experience. Family owned and operated for nearly 60 years, you will surely come to think of Quit-Qui-Oc as your home away from home. The golf course is very playable yet challenging enough for a sense of accomplishment. Set in the rolling hills of the beautiful Northern Kettle Moraine in the Village of Elkhart Lake, it offers some of the best vistas in Southeastern Wisconsin. Golf lessons are available from PGA and LPGA professionals. Stay in any of Elkhart Lake’s lakeside resorts or Bed and Breakfast Inns, and you’re just a few blocks from the course. Elkhart Lake Play and Stay Golf Packages

Kohler, Wisconsin

The 2004 and 2010 PGA Championships were held at Kohler’s Whistling Straits, and the tournament will return there in 2015. It hosted the U.S. Senior Open in 2007 and earned the privilege of hosting the Ryder Cup in 2020. The U.S. Women’s Open was held at Kohler’s Blackwolf Run in 1998 and it is excited about its return this year; July 2–8, 2012. Kohler Play and Stay Golf Packages

Blackwolf Run, Meadow Valleys Course, Hole #14 – Nature’s Course – Melded into a river basin formed by the flows of glacial runoff, Blackwolf Run opened for play in June of 1988 and was named that year’s “Best New Public Course” in the country by Golf Digest. Both the River and Meadow Valleys are regularly ranked in “America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses” by Golf Digest and the “Top 100 You Can Play” by GOLF Magazine. River and Meadow Valleys Courses.

Whistling Straits, Straits Course, Hole #7 – Shipwreck – A throwback to the raw freshness of Ireland sculpted into the Wisconsin coastline, Whistling Straits offers two courses which have hosted the PGA Championship, U.S. Senior Open and the Palmer Cup. Experience these two must-play courses – both ranked among the best in the United States. Straits and Irish Courses.

Plymouth, Wisconsin

Evergreen Golf Course near downtown Plymouth is a casual, friendly 9-hole, short course and driving range. Perfect for beginners or those looking for an easy but pleasant 9-hole course for fun and exercise. Call 920-893-8822 for more information.

Sir Lanserlot Golf Club, LLC on Crystal Lake (County Road C) in rural Plymouth, is a public, family friendly, 18-hole course. It opens daily at 6 am and includes a Pro Shop, golf carts, and course outings. Enjoy a picnic. Gazebos and grills are available upon request. Call 920-892-4834 for more information.

Sheboygan, Wisconsin

The Bull Stay and Play Package at Pride Hospitality Properties in Sheboygan, WI

Miller’s Glenn, a 9-hole “Heartland Hills” course at the Miller’s Glenn Golf Course facility in Howards Grove, WI, features 2,500 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 34. The course rating is 33.6 and it has a slope rating of 108. Designed by Dave Heling, the Heartland Hills golf course opened in 1990.

Riverdale Country Club opened in 1929. It is an 18 hole course located minutes south of Sheboygan’s city limits. This traditional layout can test players of all skill levels. The friendly, yet competitive design with attractive rates, is open to the public. Enjoy a variety of clubs, tournaments, leagues and golf instruction. Weekday specials.

Town and Country Golf Course is home to one of the largest golf shops in the Midwest and a multiple Wisconsin PGA Merchandiser of the Year Award winner, Town and Country is made up of 27 championship golf holes. Reasonable daily rates as well as numerous league and membership opportunities. Online specials.

Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin

Stay and Play Package Discount offered by The Rochester Inn, a historic hotel in downtown Sheboygan Falls.

Sunset Hills Golf Course & Driving Range is a fully irrigated, scenic par 3 course built by Ed Kirchenwitz, of Sheboygan, and Ron Krueger, of Sheboygan Falls. The course is located on the beautiful Sheboygan River which is visible from 8 of the 9 holes. Ed has designed some of the most highly regarded holes in the area. Holes 3 and 6 were selected by readers of the Sheboygan Press to the ‘Perfect 18 of Sheboygan County’ of 2003.

The Bull at Pinehurst Farms is the only Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course in Wisconsin.The Bull is one of “America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Couses” and proud to be ranked by Golf Digest as the #86 Public Course in America.Other golf course owners in the state agree with the spectacular conditions at The Bull, awarding it the “Best Golf Course Appearance and Maintenance” award in 2008. The Bull has hosted several major state tournaments over the years, including the WSGA State Amateur Championship in 2010.

July 4th Celebrations

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Don’t miss the sights and sounds of Sheboygan County’s July 4^th Events. The festivities include spectacular firework displays, Independence Day parades and great live music by the lake. Don’t miss the WI Marching Band returning to the Elkhart Lake Fireman’s Parade on July 1^st. Communities are only a 10-20 minute drive apart so you may want to make time for several events this year.

4th of July Information Center

Click here for a printable PDF county-wide celebration schedule!

City of Sheboygan

www.visitsheboygan.com

Friday, June 29

Twilight Concert • 6:30 p.m. • Fountain Park • The Don Peachey Orchestra performs big band, waltzes, polkas and foxtrots. Admission is free.

Saturday, June 30

Sheboygan Farmer’s Market • 7 a.m. • Fountain Park Concert

Tuesday, July 3

Venetian Boat Parade sponsored by Sheboygan Yacht Club • Dusk at the Harbor Centre River Walk • Lighted boat parade up and boardwalk entertainment.

Wednesday, July 4

Sheboygan Farmer’s Market • 7 a.m. • Fountain Park

Parade

City of Sheboygan Independence Day Parade • 9 a.m. beginning at N. 7^th St. and Center Ave., north to Michigan Ave., east to Broughton Dr. • Marching bands, entertainment and goodies!

2012 King of the Beach Co-Ed 4s Volleyball Tournament • 9 a.m. North Beach, Deland Park on Broughton Drive

Deland Park Celebration • Following the parade, live music, food, refreshments and a leisurely afternoon along the beautiful Sheboygan shores.

11 a.m. – Kal Bergendahl Project

1 p.m. – Parade winners announced

1:30 p.m. – Andrew Gelles Band

5:30 p.m. – Fine Line

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4^th of July Music Review a Sheboygan Theatre Company Production • 4 p.m. at Fountain Park sponsored by the City of Sheboygan • A modern, patriotic musical. Admission is free to this live performance. Go to www.sheboygantheatercompany.org for more information.

food

Sheboygan Big Bang Festival! sponsored by Johnsonville and Festival Foods • After dusk fireworks soar over Lake Michigan, exploding into awesome displays that can be seen up and down the Sheboygan shores. Thanks to Johnsonville and Festival Foods, the Sheboygan Big Bang Festival promises to be the best show yet! Simultaneous music salute broadcast with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. on local radio by Midwest Communications.

Blue Harbor

Thursday, July 5

Blue Harbor Beach Party • Check out the new shade of blue at the Blue Harbor Beach. Open to the public. Concessions available.

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Saturday, July 7

Sheboygan Farmers Market •7 a.m. at Fountain Park

Sheboygan Falls

www.sheboyganfalls.org

Sunday, July 1

Ducktona 500 Classic Car Show and Duck Race sponsored by Sheboygan Falls Chamber-Main Street • Thousands of plastic ducks race down the Sheboygan River for cash prizes. Rent your duck, race and win! Classic Car Show with over 300 cars.

7-10 a.m. – Pancake Breakfast

Noon – Kiddies Big Wheel Race sponsored by Community Bank & Trust

12-4 p.m. – Classic Car Show & Awards sponsored by Jon Kennedy’s B&B Ford

3 p.m. – Ducktona 500 Duck Race sponsored by Blattner’s Piggly Wiggly

Live Music by IC3

Kohler

www.AmericanClub.com

Tuesday, July 3

Movie in the Park • Ravine Park in Kohler • At dusk, view a golf-themed movie in honor of the 2012 U.S. Women’s Open held at Blackwolf Run all week long. Admission is free. Concessions provided by The American Club.

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Wednesday, July 4

Traditional Sousa Concert and Fireworks • Ravine Park in Kohler • Featuring special guest John Philip Sousa IV! Admission is free. Concessions open at 6 p.m. Sousa Concert starts at 8:30 p.m. followed by fireworks. Music presented by the Kiel Municipal Band.

Friday, July 6

Friday Fairway Festival • The Shops at Woodlake in Kohler • Following the second day of the U.S. Women’s Open tournament play, play at the street fair featuring a picnic by Woodlake Market, children’s carnival area, cocktail demonstrations and complimentary demonstrations by Kohler Golf Academy. Admission is free.

5-8 p.m. – Street Fair at the Shops at Woodlake

8-10 p.m. – Concert on the Green with live music and beer garden

Elkhart Lake

www.elkhartlake.com

Friday, June 29

Elkhart Lake Fire Department Annual Picnic at Fireman’s Park & Beach • Live music by The Toys before fireworks at dusk. Rain date for fireworks is Saturday at dusk.

Saturday, June 30

Farmer’s and Artisans Market • 8:30 a.m. • Railroad Depot • Road Trip playing at Fireman’s Park

Music by Roots Collective • 7 p.m. • Victorian Village Resort’s Barefoot Bay Tiki Bar

Music by The Ryders • 7 p.m. • Osthoff Resort’s Lake Deck

Sunday, July 1

Fireman’s July 4^th Parade featuring the UW Marching Band • 11:30 a.m. • Jerry Schneider playing at Fireman’s Park

Music by Tweed Funk • 4:30 p.m. • Victorian Village Resort’s Barefoot Bay Tiki Bar

Music by Rosetti & Wigley • 2:00 p.m. • Osthoff Resort’s Lake Deck

Wednesday, July 4

Music by Rob Anthony • 7 p.m. • Victorian Village Resort’s Barefoot Bay Tiki Bar
Music by Supa Sonic • 9 p.m. • Siebkens Stop Inn Tavern

Thursday, July 5

Road America Sunset Cruise 5:30-7:30 pm
Drive around the world renowned 4-mile Road America race track in your own vehicle! Paced laps, under closed circuit conditions. $20 per vehicle.

Friday, July 6

Music by The Abler Bernico Band • 7 p.m. • Osthoff Resort’s Lake Deck

Music by Bowser Jam Band • 7 p.m. • Victorian Village Resort’s Barefoot Bay Tiki Bar

Saturday, July 7

Farmer’s and Artisans Market • 8:30 a.m.

Music by Cavern Beat, Beatles Tribute Band • 7 p.m. • Victorian Village Resort’s Barefoot Bay Tiki Bar

Music by Red Fish • 7 p.m. • Osthoff Resort’s Lake Deck

Sunday, July 8

Music by Joe and Janice Due • 2 p.m. • Osthoff Resort’s Barefoot Bay Tiki Bar

Music by Bob Dylan Tribute Band • 4:30 p.m. • Victorian Village Resort’s Barefoot Tiki Barr

Watersports

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From the shores of Lake Michigan to the inland lakes and streams of Sheboygan County, watersports and recreation abound. Sheboygan’s Harbor Centre Marina offers boat enthusiast a full-service marina with over 280 boat slips. For the more adventurous, try your hand at sailing, fresh water surfing, or water skiing. Guided services are also available with Lake Michigan charter fishing; inland lake guided fishing and guided river kayaking.

Hiking & Biking

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There is a lot of ground to cover when it comes to hiking and biking trails in Sheboygan County. Take a brisk stroll or choose a more vigorous terrain, the options are plentiful with Ice Age Trails, Old Plank Road, Interurban Trail or head out to the Kettles and explore! Watch this page for updates and listing of all the great trails around Sheboygan County.

Easter at The Osthoff

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April 7 & 8, 2012. Join in an “eggs-traordinary” Easter celebration at The Osthoff Resort with children’s holiday workshops, a traditional Easter egg hunt and sumptuous Easter Sunday buffet. Guest of Honor, The Easter Bunny, will be on hand to greet children of all ages. easter flyer 2012

Jazz on the Vine May 11-13

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May 11 – 13, 2012 – Join us for a wonderful weekend of dynamic performances by world-renowned jazz musicians. Sample an array of over 100 wines from the international and domestic vineyards of Chile, Greece, Australia, France, Germay, Spain, New Zealand, California, Washington, Oregon and more. Enjoy eclectic and sophisticated cuisine created by our award-winning Osthoff chefs. The Osthoff Resort is proud to announce world-renowned jazz artist, Darren Rahn, as this year’s festival host! To purchase Jazz on the Vine tickets and Gift Cards, visit jazzonthevine.net or call 800-876-3399.

Plymouth Arts Center Grand Opening – Fri, March 2, 2012

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The Plymouth Arts Center invites you to its Grand Opening celebration on Friday, March 2nd. The Arts Center is located at 520 East Mill Street, Plymouth. Gallery 110 North will also unveil the 17th Annual Membership Exhibit. Live music and complimentary refreshments from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Gallery 110 North is open Tuesday-Saturday, noon to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1-4 p.m. and is closed Mondays and holidays. Admission to the gallery is free. Call 920-892-8409 or visit www.plymoutharts.org for more information.

Romance, rings and weddings plans

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Escape with your loved one for a romantic getaway at any one of our beautiful resorts. Victorian Village Resort is offering a Wine & Wine Escape and a Romance Package which includes wine, cheese, desserts and more. Siebkens Resort’s Sparkle & Dine Package includes champagne and a dinner certificate. The Osthoff’s B & B Package includes a relaxing massage. For details on all four romantic packages, visit Romantic Retreats.

Are you ready to make your wedding plans? Start here.

2012 Race Schedule Released

elkhartlake — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:34:35 +0000

Elkhart Lake’s Road America sets REV. 2012 RA Schedule Page. Expect the unexpected!

State Mitten Campaign Successful in Sheboygan County

elkhartlake — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:41:25 +0000

MORE THAN 3,100 ITEMS DONATED IN WISCONSIN TOURISM MITTEN COLLECTION CAMPAIGN
Over 50 tourism partners participated; More than 50 charities receive mittens.

Sheboygan County Tourism Partners collected 145 pairs of gloves and mittens and 7 winter hats that, in turn, were donated to the Plymouth Salvation Army, Sheboygan/Plymouth United Way and the Sheboygan Falls Food Pantry. A big THANK YOU goes to everyone who donated warm items. Your kindness and compassion are appreciated.

MADISON, Wis. (Feb. 6, 2012) — Wisconsin residents are a little warmer this winter thanks to the generous donations of Wisconsin residents and travelers. Over 3,100 pairs of mittens and other warm winter items were donated in Wisconsin to more than 50 charities as part of the Great Lakes Mitten Campaign, a joint initiative from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism and Pure Michigan.

The campaign invited the public to donate new or gently used mittens to Travel Wisconsin Welcome Centers and participating chambers of commerce or convention and visitors bureaus. Tourism partners donated items to local and community charitable organizations and shelters. Pure Michigan encouraged its residents and travelers to donate items directly to the organization of their choice.

“We are proud of the enthusiastic response and generosity from Wisconsin residents and travelers. This was a great way for two Midwest states to team up and do something positive to help those in need,” Governor Scott Walker said. “We heard countless heartwarming stories about generous people donating their time and resources to this initiative.”

In some cases, mittens were handmade by local individuals and groups. Eighth grade students from LB Clark Middle School in Two Rivers made mittens and hats for the campaign. A 5th grade class at Southport Elementary School in Kenosha created paper mittens to display at the Visitor Information Center. A former Waukesha resident who owns the “The Dairy Godmother” ice cream shop in Alexandria, Va. knitted over 50 mittens and sent them to Travel Wisconsin Welcome Centers in Superior and Platteville. Over 100 mittens were collected at Lambeau Field before the Green Bay Packers playoff game against the New York Giants.

Wisconsin businesses and organizations ran specials and donated funds towards the campaign. The Wisconsin Dells Lions Club generously donated $200. Wizard Quest in the Wisconsin Dells offered a special that donated a portion of the ticket price toward the campaign. The Community Outreach committee at Marinette Marine bought $500 worth of mittens and other winter items to be donated. Gonzo Research in Milwaukee collected 113 mittens that were donated to a local homeless shelter.

The mission of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism is to market the state as the Midwest’s premier travel destination by executing industry-leading marketing programs and establishing strategic partnerships. The Department plays a significant role in generating greater economic impact and jobs for Wisconsin. The portal for traveler information can be found at www.TravelWisconsin.com.