Travel Green WisconsinThe April 2009 Better Homes and Gardens Travel section highlighted Madeline Island Ferry Line and the great lakes by saying
“There’s no better way to explore these mighty water-ways than from the decks of ferryboats.”
Located at the gateway to the Apostle Islands on the south shore of Lake Superior in Northern Wisconsin, Madeline Island Ferry Line provides passenger, bicycle and car transportation between the picturesque towns of LaPointe and Bayfield. The 25-minute trip provides spectacular views of the Lake itself and several of the 22 Apostle Islands. Feel yourself being carried away!
Begin your voyage to the Island by stopping in the Madeline Island Information Station across from the ferry landing in Bayfield. It is a treasure trove of visitor information, promoting Island attractions and businesses. The displays in the Information Station highlight Island artistry, museums, lodging, parks, restaurants, and shops. A visit here will prepare you for all there is to see and do while you’re on the Island, and get you set for the ferry trip!
Upcoming Island/Regional Events: Island events except when noted by Washburn/Ashland or Bayfield
MIFL plans to make regular trips through Sunday, Jan. 29th. We will have an update regarding ferry or windsled operation for Monday, Jan.30th, on Saturday, 01/28, after 4:00pm. Please call our office (715-747-2051), check www.madferry.com or facebook.
IF YOU NEED TO GET A CAR TO THE MAINLAND, WE RECOMMEND YOU PLAN TO DO SO BY SUNDAY, 01/29.
Check out www.vistashland.com or www.travelashlandcounty.com-Click “Recreation” to get an updated snowmobile and ski report
The Town Park will be implementing a new reservation systems for all campsites. Go to http://bigbaytownpark.org
Mt Ashwabay is open. Visit www.mtashwabay.org for updated conditions and hours of operation
Remember to receive the latest information on the ferry schedule due to weather alerts-go to www.madferry.com or Madeline Island Ferry Line Facebook or www.madferry.com/mobile
Monday January 23rd
Yoga with Susan Sabre at Library 9am Mondays & Wednesdays
Yoga at Humble Bee,Washburn-5:30pm-6:45pm call Darcy Schwerin,(715) 209-5553
Every Monday and Friday Senior Day at Legendary Waters-12:00pm-4:00pm for entry into our Senior Day promotion (ages 50+)
Tuesday January 24th
Plan to attend the inaugural “Business On Stage” program Tuesday, January 24 at 6:00 pm at StageNorth in Washburn. The evening’s featured speaker is Ashland entrepreneur Gary LaPean, who will give a presentation titled, “Plan to Succeed, Minimize the Risk, Enjoy the Journey.” Learn what it takes to start and grow a successful business in northwest Wisconsin from someone who has. Call 715-373-6104 ext 254, timothy.kane@ces.uwex.edu.
La Pointe Town Board meeting at Town Hall at 5:30pm
Yoga with Susan Sabre at Library 5pm Tuesdays & Thursdays
Woods Hall Annual Meeting/Pot Luck Supper at 6pm
La Pointe Community Clinic Open 10am to noon call:715-747-2722
Taco Tuesdays-Beach Club
Legendary Waters Resort & Casino offers Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournaments on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month beginning at 7:00pm
Wednesday January 25th
Yoga with Susan Sabre at Library 9am Mondays & Wednesdays
La Pointe Community Clinic Open 10am to noon call: 715-747-2722
Chicken Night – at the Beach Club-5ish
Open Mic Night at Stage North, Washburn-starts at 8pm
B-I-N-G-O is back!Legendary Waters-Vegas Style Bingo! Early birds start at 6pm and regular session at 7pm
Soup Supper Discussion of these times of transformation 6pm meal then 6:30-8pm discussion
Thursday January 26th
Yoga with Susan Sabre at Library 5pm Tuesdays & Thursdays
AIACF Grant Writing workshop at Washburn Cultural Center from 9am to 10:30am-no charge-call 715-779-7021
Comedy Night at Legendary Waters in Red Cliff
Exploration of the Early Christian Movement discussion at St. John’s Church at 11am
Friday January 27th
Full menu all day at the Beach Club-lunch 11 am until 2pm then dinner menu. Bar open daily 11am to midnight
Dancing Spirit Class with Regina La Roche Fridays at the Library 9am to 10:30am
Every Monday and Friday Senior Day at Legendary Waters-12:00pm-4:00pm for entry into our Senior Day promotion (ages 50+)
All You Can Eat Beer Battered Fish Fry, coleslaw, choice of potato and a cheddar garlic biscuit for $16.00.at Good Thymes/Washburn
Saturday January 28th
AA Meeting at St. John’s Church-5:30pm( additional regional NA/AA meetings can be found at www.ashlandcurrent.com) calendar schedule.)
Dates to Remember…
The 17th Annual Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race will be held on Saturday and Sunday, February 4th and 5th, 2012. Races begin at 10:00 am on both days with half of the total race distance completed each day. There are two main races: an 8 dog, 80-mile race and a 6 dog, 60-mile race. A 40-mile Sportsmen’s Race, a 6 to 8-mile Family Race and a 6 to 8-mile Youth Race (16 and under) will also be held over the weekend. Multiple spectator locations are available with amenities including warming tent, concessions and bonfires.
Blue Moon Ball On Saturday, February 11th from 8pm to midnight come and dance to the sounds of the twenty piece “Big Woods Big Band” at the Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion. Blue Moon Ball tickets are available at the Bayfield Chamber Office. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door.
February 18th-Book Across the Bay,Ashland Cross Country Skiing, snowshoe trek across Cheqemegon Bay by candlelight, www.batb.org
For more info on Madeline Island…
For more info on Bayfield…
Come Ride With Us!
P.O. Box 66
La Pointe, WI 54850
tel: 715.747.2051
ferryinfo@madferry.com
