Apostle Islands~Lake Superior~Wisconsin
2012 Essentials Guide & Ferry Schedule PHOTO: Dustin Scholl The Island is a special place.
Some visitors have come since childhood and others Madeleine Cadotte, island namesake, was daughter have just discovered the turn-of-the-century charm of of Chief White Crane and married French fur trader Michael Bayfield on the mainland and La Pointe on Madeline Island. Cadotte. The Ojibwe made the island home for hundreds One of 22 Apostle Islands, Madeline’s population ranges of years before from 220 in the winter to 2,500 in the summer. Ferries Europeans cross from spring breakup until late winter with passengers arrived. on foot or with cars or bikes. Bicycles, mopeds, canoes and kayaks can be rented on the island. When ice forms, some students cross by windsled to attend school in Bayfield until the ice road is passable by automobiles. Madeline Island Museum chronicles Native American life, the fur trade and arrival of missionaries, 19th century fishing, logging, brownstone mining and maritime lore. In 1659, the explorers A lively film gives voice to the past and a shop offers and fur traders Groseilliers and books, crafts, jewelry and gift items rooted Radisson came to Chequamegon Bay in island history. The Museum is opposite and for 150 years, it was an outpost for the Ferry Landing. French, British and American fur
Madeline island is... traders. After the Sault St. Marie locks were 90 miles from Duluth built in 1855, the area became home to 220 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul many new settlers. Like people before 320 miles from Madison them, they traveled by water. 450 miles from Chicago Passenger and freight ferries criss- crossed the Bay. As railways and roads improved, ferries – except those linking Bayfield and La Pointe – faded into history. Today, ferries run from March or April until freeze-up. For visitor information, contact the Madeline Island Chamber of Commerce at 888-475-3386 or online at www.madelineisland.com. 2 Madeline Island Ferry Line 715-747-2051 www.madferry.com Walk, bicycle or drive aboard one of our ferry boats and capture the romance of the Islands. Spectacular views abound on this 20 minute voyage. Trips run every 1/2 hour during the summer months. downtown, Madeline Island & downtown, Bayfield
3 Madeline Island Heritage Center 715-747-2377 www.mihpa.com Features three, 100 year-old buildings offering a glimpse of Island life from another time. Open late June – Labor Day plus Applefest weekend. Located 1/2 block from Ferry. Complex restored and operated by Madeline Island Historical Preservation Association, PO Box 250, La Pointe, WI 54850. Small admission fee. Donations graciously accepted. downtown, Madeline Island attractions and adventures 4 Madeline Island Museum 715-747-2415 1 Adventure Vacations Boat Charter 715-747-2100 www.madelineislandmuseum.org For over 50 years, the place for exploring and interpreting the rich history and culture of the www.adv-vac.com Tour the Apostle Islands by boat and we will Island. Exhibits and programs for all ages. Museum store features kayak into sea caves, snorkel over shipwrecks and tour historic books, handmade jewelry, Ojibwe crafts, and other gifts. Open lighthouses. Guided kayak tours bring you paddling to Madeline daily, May 26-October 6. Family/group rates. Owned and operated Island sea caves. Small group sizes, part- to full-day trips and by the Wisconsin Historical Society. overnight excursions available. downtown, Madeline Island downtown, Madeline Island Bayfield Recreation Center 715-779-5408 www.bayfieldreccenter.org Bayfield 5 Madeline Island Music Camp 612-871-7781 Ticket information 715-747-2561 Big Top Chautauqua 715-373-5552 888-244-8368 www.music-camp.org Chamber music programs for talented www.bigtop.org Free shuttle service at Bayfield Ferry Landing. musicians. Chamber Music for Strings program 6/10-7/8 and Three miles south of Bayfield, base of Mt. Ashwabay Ski Hill Chamber Music for Winds program 7/9-7/16. Chamber music performances by students and world-class ensembles at the Legendary Waters 715-779-3712 Clubhouse. Clubhouse available for wedding/party rental in Aug/ www.legendarywaters.com Play our casino floor and dine at our Sept. Center and student lodges to rent to qualified non-profit restaurant with sweeping views of Superior or head outdoors for groups. Madeline Island hiking, biking or sea kayaking. Bet you’ve never seen a casino like this before!! Red Cliff 6 Madeline Island School of the Arts 715-747-2054 www.madelineartschool.com Between May and November, the Living Adventure Inc. 715-779-9503 866-779-9503 school offers week-long workshops taught by nationally-recognized www.livingadventure.com Join us! Guided Apostle Islands sea instructors in writing, painting, photography, quilting, and other kayak tours, rentals and instruction. 1/2 day shipwreck tours ($59). genres. A unique setting – MISA is situated on a peaceful, prairie Full day sea caves tours ($99). Free ferry pick-ups. meadow farm with its own modern lodging facilities. Register Call toll-free for reservations. Bayfield online. Madeline Island
2 3 Superior Day Cruises 715-779-5454 CAMPGROUNDS AND PARKS www.SuperiorDayCruises.com Unique power and sail cruise service includes lighthouse tours, beachcombing, blues and jazz 7 Big Bay State Park 715-747-6425 sunset cruises and much more! NO SET ITINERARY. US Coast Camping reservations: 888-947-2757 Guard safety inspected. Island pick-up available. Madeline Island www.wiparks.net Located seven miles from the Ferry Landing. The Xtreme Angler 715-781-8545 Camping, picnicking, hiking, fishing, swimming, and interpretive www.thextremeangler.com programs. 60-site (including 15 electric sites) family campground with showers, indoor group camp. Sand beach. Accessible beach side boardwalk with self-guided nature trail. Madeline Island equipment rentals 8 Big Bay Town Park 715-747-2801 888-475-3386 For reservations: www.bigbaytownpark.com 12 Apostle Island Kayaks 715-747-3636 or www.bigbaytownpark.org. Located 7 miles from Ferry Dock. www.apostleislandskayaks.com Kayak rental and guide service. Family campground: potable water and toilets. Tent sites: $15/night. Find us located downtown across from Joni’s Beach with kayaks Electric sites: $20/night. Picnic, fish, canoe, swim, hike the lagoon also at both Big Bay Parks. SUPs available downtown location. and enjoy the sand beach. Madeline Island Children under nine are free. Carpe Diem. downtown, Madeline Island Buffalo Bay Campground 715-779-3712 www.legendarywaters.com/recreation Red Cliff 8 Bog Lake Outfitters LLC 715-747-2685 http://madelineisland.chambermaster.com/list/member/ bog-lake-outfitters-llc-canoes.htm Canoe and rowboat rentals for use in Big Bay Town Park lagoon – a special, unique and relaxing way to experience the quiet beauty of Madeline Island. $10/hour, $35 ½ day; $50/Day; $150/week. Use honor system or call to make arrangements. Madeline Island 9 Joni’s Beach and playground. Five-minute walk from ferry dock. 16 Motion To Go 715-747-6585 No overnight camping permitted. downtown, Madeline Island www.motion-to-go.com Moped and bike rental. Bikes for 10 Harry Nelson Recreation Center Ball field, tennis courts, all ages, buggies, tagalongs and tandems. Hourly and daily rental skate park, playground. Winter ice skating rink. Available for rental available. Shop offers tees, sweatshirts, baseball caps, sunglasses with proper application and fees. downtown, Madeline Island and Burt Bee’s products. downtown, Madeline Island
charters and marinas gifts, galleries and groceries Animaashi Sailing Co. 715-779-5468 1 Adventure Vacations Beach Shop 715-747-2100 888-272-4548 www.animaashi.com Bayfield www.adv-vac.com We have everything you need for FUN in the islands! Sunglasses, water sport equipment, beach toys, camping Catchun-Sun Charter Co. 715-779-3111 supplies, flip flops, snorkeling equipment, kites and much more! 888-724-5494 Bayfield Rent blow-up kayaks, stand up surfboards and a variety of games and gear. downtown, Madeline Island Charter Pro... 612-986-8673 715-209-0474 http://madelineisland.chambermaster.com/list/member/ Angel Acres Farm 715-765-4298 888-207-6903 charter-pro.htm Madeline Island www.angelacresfarm.net Certified organic, sustainable farm specializes in Berkshire pork, grass-fed beef, pasture-raised chickens,
Hudson’s On the Spot Guide Service 715-209-6431 Cornish game hens, free-range eggs, maple syrup and honey. Look www.fishchequamegonbay.com Island pick-up available for us Fridays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (May-Oct) at the Madeline Island Bayfield Farmer’s Market and year ’round on the Farm in Mason! 11 Madeline Island Yacht Club 715-747-2655 Madeline Island/Mason www.miyc.net Full service marina with transient dockage, pre- mium 91 octane, diesel and pumpout. Area’s largest ship store with 14 Bell Street Gallery 715-747-2092 www.bellstgallery.com Featuring contemporary fine art inspired boating accessories, gifts, clothing, ice, snacks, charts, camping by the greatest of all lakes with local and regional artists, gifts, cards supplies. Mercruiser, Yanmar and Raymarine dealer. and jewelry. Hand-made, hand-painted, hand-thrown, hand-blown, Madeline Island hand-crafted. downtown, Madeline Island 4 5 Eckels Pottery & Fine Craft Gallery 715-779-5617 16 Katherine Parfet Studio/Gallery 715-747-6369 eckelspotterybayfield.com South edge of Bayfield. Local Pottery, 201 Lakeview Place downtown, Madeline Island jewelry, garden art, glass, paintings, prints & much more. Open 9-8 June-October. Bayfield 16 Sugar Shack 715-209-6828 www.sugarshackcandystore.com 15 Island Carvers 715-747-6595 downtown, Madeline Island www.islandcavers.biz downtown, Madeline Island 19 Turtle Tracks Studio 715-747-3023 1 Island Store 715-747-6635 An Island tradition – woven art and paintings in many forms and functions. Michele Auger sells her work at Woods Hall, LPC Art Featuring BBQ ribs, Chicago-style Italian beef, gyros, fresh and Guild & Gallery, Stone’s Throw Gallery and Bayfield Inn. Open by smoked fish, meats, produce, lunch meats, cheeses, ice cream, beer, chance or appointment. downtown, La Pointe wine, spirits, ice, firewood, cameras, batteries, newspapers and books. downtown, Madeline Island 20 Waterfront Gallery 715-747-6996 Kelly & Crew 715-779-3807 downtown, Madeline Island kelly-and-crew.com Island Thyme is now on mainland thyme! K&C offers lifestyle apparel & little luxuries at Bayfield’s newest 21 Woods Hall Craft Shop 715-747-3943 boutique. Bayfield Original design and hand-woven items, rugs, scarves, table runners, handcrafted jewelry, pottery, clothing and more, looms on display 16 La Pointe Center Art Guild & Gallery 715-747-3321 – come and visit us. Three blocks to the right from Ferry Landing. www.lapointecenter.com The La Pointe Center Art Guild & downtown, Madeline Island Gallery exhibits area artists’ work in a variety of mediums. One-of- a-kind jewelry, paintings and sculpture, along with locally produced golf cards are great gifts available at our Backdoor Gallery. Stop in for some artistic inspiration! downtown, Madeline Island 22 Madeline Island Golf Club 715-747-3212 Loon Commons Press 715-747-6845 www.madelineislandgolf.com Where all greens are “island” www.looncommonspress.com Loon Commons Press is home to greens. One of only two Robert Trent Jones Sr. designs in the Madeline Island ABC Book and Madeline Island ABC Coloring Wisconsin. 18 hole. Excellent driving range. PGA pro/ Par 71. Book containing ABC verses, delightful drawings, and activities, Visitors welcome. Madeline Island along with the ABC Poster. Purchase locally or through our website. Madeline Island home and building services 17 Lori’s Store 715-747-5200 [email protected] Island’s year-round grocery and so CF Design Ltd 218-722-1060 218-343-0983 much more store! All the basics and then some – ATM, firewood, www.cfdesignltd.com Award-winning custom residential design ice, frozen foods/meats, liquor, beer, wine. Clean, fresh, friendly and – from new houses and remodeling, to furniture and cabinetry. Site helpful, we are here to serve you. Conveniently located one block sensitive, energy conscious modern design emphasizing durability, east of Main Street on Middle Road, across from the Ball Field, just beauty, and fit to culture, function and budget. Bayfield & Duluth past Tom’s Burned Down Café. downtown, Madeline Island MN Natureworks Landscaping 952.891.5581 1 Mad Isle 715-651-5935 www.mnnatureworks.com Madeline Island downtown, Madeline Island 1 Nelson Construction Co. of La Pointe 17 Madeline Island Candle Company 715-747-2196 715-747-3300 downtown, Madeline Island [email protected] Specializing in shoreline stabilization, 18 MARV N STEWART 888-747-2388 715-747-2388 docks, dredging, driveways, site prep, pit run, foundations, bank sand, brown and limestone gravel, pea gravel, rock, screened sand, MARV N STEWART is located on the Ferry Dock in downtown redi-mix concrete batch plant and snowplowing. Free estimates – La Pointe! We carry creative gifts, greeting cards, home décor and Prompt service. downtown, Madeline Island hand crafted items produced locally and regionally. downtown, Madeline Island. Northwoods Paving 715-682-4340 Ashland
16 Mission Hill Coffee & Gifts 715-747-3100 downtown, Madeline Island Rob’s Cabinets 715-398-7635 Madeline Island
6 7 Daily 2012 Ferry Schedule between – Bayfield and La Pointe on Madeline Island Late May - early October EXTRA TRIP UPDATES (Friday, Saturday and holidays): xx For passenger and vehicle rates: www.madferry.com, www.madferry.com/mobile & Facebook www.madferry.com breakup – MAY 3 SEPT 4 – OCTOBER 8 TO ISLAND AM: 7:30, 9:15, 11:00 PM: 12:30, 1:45, TO ISLAND AM: 7:30, 8:45, 10:00, 11:00, 11:45 3:00i, 4:00, 5:30 PM: 12:30, 1:15, 2:00, 2:45, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:30, 7:00, 8:30, TO BAYFIELD AM: 7:00i, 8:00, 9:45, 11:30 10:00u uTrips run Thurs-Sat only PM: 1:00, 2:30, 3:30i, 4:30 Fri & Sat nights: 11:00 PM i Trips run Mon-Fri only, January 1-May 18 TO BAYFIELD AM: 7:00, 8:00, 9:15, 10:00, 10:45, 11:30, PM: 12:15, 1:00, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 6:00, 7:30, MAY 4 – MAY 24 9:00 Fri & Sat nights: 10:30 PM TO ISLAND AM: 7:30, 8:45, 10:00, 11:00 PM: 12:30, 1:45, 3:00, 4:00, 5:30, 7:00, 8:30 Fri nights: 10:00 PM OCT 9 – OCTOBER 21 TO BAYFIELD AM: 7:00i, 8:00, 9:15, 10:30, 11:30 TO ISLAND AM: 7:30, 8:45, 10:00, 11:00, PM: 12:30, 1:45, PM: 1:00, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30, 6:00, 7:30 Fri nights: 9:00 PM 3:00, 4:00, 5:30, 7:00, 8:30, 10:00u, Fri nights: 11:00 PM i Trips run Mon-Fri only, January 1-May 18 TO BAYFIELD AM: 7:00, 8:00, 9:15, 10:30, 11:30 PM: 1:00, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30, 6:00, 7:30, 9:00u MAY 25 – JUNE 26 Fri nights: 10:30 PM TO ISLAND AM: 7:30, 8:45, 10:00, 11:00, 11:45 uTrips run Thurs-Sat only PM: 12:30, 1:15, 2:00, 2:45, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:30, 7:00, 8:30, 10:00u OCT 22 – NOVEMBER 30 Fri & Sat nights: 11:00 PM TO ISLAND AM: 7:30, 9:15, 11:00 PM: 12:30, 1:45, 3:00, u Trips run Thurs-Sat only 4:00, 5:30, 7:00v TO BAYFIELD AM: 7:00, 8:00, 9:15, 10:00, 10:45, 11:30 Fri nights thru Nov. 23: 7:00, 8:30, 10:00 PM: 12:15, 1:00, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 6:00, 7:30, Sat nights thru Oct 27: 8:30, 10:00 i 9:00 Fri & Sat nights: 10:30 PM TO BAYFIELD AM: 7:00 , 8:00, 9:45, 11:30 PM: 1:00, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30, 6:00v, Fri nights thru Nov. 23: PM: 6:00, JUNE 27 – SEPTEMBER 3 7:30, 9:00 vNot run after Nov. 3 iTrips run Mon-Fri only TO ISLAND AM: 6:30i, 7:30, 8:45 Sat nights thru Oct 27: 7:30, 9:00 Every Half Hour from 10:00-6:00 PM PM: 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00s Fri & Sat: Midnight DEC 1 – FREEZE UP (subject to change) iTrips run Mon-Fri s Trips run Wed-Sat only TO ISLAND AM: 7:30, 9:15, 11:00 PM: 12:30, 1:45, i TO BAYFIELD AM: 7:00, 8:00, 9:15 3:00 , 4:00, 5:30 i Every Half Hour from 10:00-6:30 PM TO BAYFIELD AM: 7:00 , 8:00, 9:45, 11:30 PM: 1:00, i i PM: 7:30, 8:30, 9:30, 10:30 Fri & Sat nights: 11:30 PM 2:30, 3:30 4:30 Trips run Mon-Fri only Reduced trips on Christmas and New Year’s Day lodging 41 Main Place Lodging 715-747-2388 352-732-8868 x103 www.madelineislandlodging.com On Main Street two blocks from Ferry. Convenient to restaurants, shopping, marina and golf Bayfield Inn 715-779-3363 course. Three, large two-bedroom apartments. Nicely furnished & www.thebayfieldinn.com Bayfield fully equipped. Day/Week/Season. downtown, Madeline Island Birchwood Vacation Home Marshcroft Lodge 800-243-5283 715-747-6315 800-822-6315 www.marshcroft.com Madeline Island www.madelineislandvacationhome.com Madeline Island Rendezvous 612-384-3774 Bog Lake Outfitters LLC 715-747-2685 www.vrbo.com/161763 Private, quiet setting overlooking Apostle www.madelineisland.com/boglake Charming lakeside and Islands National Park. Fieldstone fireplace, screened porch, gourmet wilderness housekeeping cottages with fire ring on the beach. kitchen, sandy beach. Relaxing getaway for two or plenty of space for Linens, fully equipped kitchens, grills, bikes, kayaks and a canoe a gathering of sixteen. Three-Night Minimum. Weekly rentals only furnished. Madeline Island July and August. Madeline Island 23 Cadotte’s Cottages 715-747-3075 River Rock Inn & Bait Shop 715-682-3232 [email protected] Two bedrooms, 1 queen/1 Twin bedroom, www.riverrockinn.net Ashland bath with shower, living room, well equipped kitchen/dining area. Somtara 612-695-5503 Two blocks from Ferry. Corner of Colonel Woods and Rice Streets, www.somtara.com Judged by many repeat visitors as the nicest next to woods. Convenient to restaurants and downtown. Day/ place they have stayed on the Island. A true lake home with beach week/monthly rates. 2-night min. No smoking/pets. Open May-Oct. and dock fronting Lake Superior. No smoking/no pets. Limit six. downtown, Madeline Island Reservations made online. Madeline Island 16 Downtown Condos 612-229-8611 http://web.me.com/cwandrei/Site_2/Welcome.html downtown, Madeline Island Harbor’s Edge 715-779-3962 http://www.harborsedgemotel.com Bayfield 24 The Inn on Madeline Island 715-747-6315 800-822-6315 www.madisland.com Rendezvous Guest Center located four blocks from Ferry Landing, adjacent to the marina. 70 plus rentals Smith’s Island Rental Whose House homes and cottages, condominiums, hotel suites and rooms, and 715-747-3613 summer 507-209-1476 winter Jacuzzi guest rooms. Beachfront pool, hot tub and sauna. Tennis http://homepage.mac.com/marjoriesmith/PhotoAlbum20.html courts and gift shop. Year-round lodging. Madeline Island Charming one level housekeeping cottage 200 feet from shoreline. Living room w/stone fireplace, 2 bdrms, bath w/shower, fully equip- 40 Island Inn 715-747-2000 800-899-1916 ed kitchen, grill, radio/cd, linens. WiFi, shared sandy beach & dock. www.ontheisland.com downtown, Madeline Island Weekly rentals only. Limit 4. No smoking/pets. Madeline Island Madeline Island Lodging 715-292-8630 13 Treasure House & Uncle Toms 612-685-0445 www.snowryder.us Cabin on the lake or Cabin in the woods. http://www.vrbo.com/64904 http://www.vrbo.com/336427 Call for your vacation getaway. Madeline Island Madeline Island 18 Madeline Island Vacations, LLC 26 Treehouse on Madeline 888-747-2388 888-747-2388 715-747-2388 www.treehouseonmadeline.com Madeline Island www.madelineislandvacations.com We specialize in vacation property rentals of private homes & cabins. Discover Big Bay Cabin, 27 Weisel Cabin 715-747-6565 Madeline Island Cedar Log Cabin, Cedar View, Dock Masters, Heersema House, Mella’s Cottage, Next Farm Down, Treehouse and many more Winfield Inn 715-779-3252 under “Accommodations” on our website. www.winfieldinn.com Located on the shores of Lake Superior downtown, Madeline Island just north of Bayfield. 36 air-conditioned rooms include 6 condos. Other rentals available including homes, cottages and cabins. 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10 11 Madwood Pro-Motion 715-747-2075 massage/spa/salon services [email protected] Recording, musical production Escape By The Lake Salon 715-682-4455 and event services. Producers of Madeline Island Radio Hour. www.madelineislandradio.com Madeline Island Full-service salon on shores of Lake Superior. Facials, Manicures, Aveda Products, Mineral Make-up, Massages, and more! Great Stonehouse Photography 608-358-7229 destination for wedding parties – hot lather shaves for groomsmen, www.stonehousephoto.com Bayfield and perfect styles for the bride and her party. Ashland 16 Sugar Shack 715-209-6828 1 Island Hair Studio 651-357-0923 www.sugarshackcandystore.com downtown, Madeline Island downtown, Madeline Island Warren Nelson Presents 715-373-2537 Madeline Island Massage 715-747-2139 www.warrennelson.com A producing and performing company: theatres, festivals, concerts, speaking. Original shows anwd songs by downtown, Madeline Island commission. Warren Nelson solo or with Nelson Outfit. Washburn Madeline Island Yoga Retreats 715-271-7465 www.madelineislandyogaretreats.com Yoga on the Rock 612-242-5704 non-profit services & agencies www.yogaontherock.com Apostle Islands Area Community Fund 715-779-7021 meetings/weddings/events www.dsacommunityfoundation.com/affiliate Bayfield
Coco Artisan Bread & Fine Pastries Island Association www.islandassociation.org 715-373-CAKE (2253) www.coconorth.com Washburn Bay Area Taxi/Transport 715-682-4655 www.bayareatransport.net Ashland
professional and public services 16 Bremer Bank 715-747-2711 715-779-5894 www.bremer.com downtown, Madeline Island and Bayfield Hippophile Farm 715-747-6872 www.hippophilefarm.com Madeline Island 25 The Inn and The Pub on Madeline Island Huber, Paul 715-747-2435 CPA Madeline Island 715-747-6315 800-822-6315 16 Lakeview Laundromat www.madisland.com Spectacular beachfront setting, fabulous www.suds4.us downtown, Madeline Island sunsets and friendly professional planning make The Inn and The Pub, along with the new Lightkeeper’s Lodge, a perfectly delicious 28 La Pointe Community Clinic 715-747-2722 wedding location. Wedding brochure available online. Catering downtown, Madeline Island managers can tailor any event: wedding, family reunion, corporate function, to your tastes. Madeline Island 29 La Pointe Town Hall 715-747-6913 www.townoflapointewi.gov downtown, Madeline Island Joseph C. Crawford, PhD, JD 715-747-5182 715-682-9449 Court Commissioner (Licensed wedding 30 La Pointe Recycling & Transfer 715-747-5715 officiant) Madeline Island The town of La Pointe is very active in recycling. Please do your share. Keep Madeline Island clean for all to enjoy. Madeline Island Kennedy Photojournalism 715-682-2599 www.kennedyphotojournalism.com Ashland 31 Madeline Island Airport 715-747-6913 www.airnav.com/airport/4R5 This uncontrolled, lighted 3,000 Lifesights Photography & Video 312-835-9391 ft., paved airport is located 11/2 miles east of downtown La Pointe. 715-747-6845 Pilot lounge and tie-downs (nightly charge). Madeline Island www.lifesightsphoto.com Madeline Island 12 13 32 Madeline Island Public Library 715-747-3662 16 Mission Hill Coffee & Gifts 715-747-3100. www.madisland.wislib.org downtown, Madeline Island downtown, Madeline Island 33 St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 24 The Pub Restaurant & Wine Bar 715-747-6322 Mass, Sat., 6:40 p.m., summer only. downtown, Madeline Island www.madisland.com Premier lakeside dining, featuring regional 21 St. John’s United Church of Christ 715-747-3903 Lake Superior trout and whitefish, seafood, steaks and stone hearth pizzas. Casual poolside bar and beachfront patio offering full wine Sunday services at 10 a.m. downtown, Madeline Island and beer list and Island cocktails. Madeline Island 1 Superieur Petrol 715-779-5312 downtown, Madeline Island and Bayfield 39 Tom’s Burned Down Café 715-747-6100 www.tomsburneddowncafe.com downtown, Madeline Island 1 Windsleds Inc. Transportation 715-747-5400 Madeline Island 2012 Island Events: www.madelineisland.com real estate March 3 Run on Water and Big Ice Golf 34 Island Shores Realty 715-747-2480 Winter fun on Lake Superior www.island-shores.com Lakeshore, interior, vacant land, homes April 28 Earth Day Clean-Up island clean up and cottages. Serving Madeline Island and the Bayfield Peninsula. Open year-round. Visit our office. downtown, Madeline Island May 27 La Pointe Center Wine Tasting Gala 35 Madeline Island Realty 715-747-6500 866-747-6500 Winetasting and Silent Auction benefit www.madelineislandrealty.com downtown, Madeline Island June 3 Island Day Reduced Ferry & Museum fees. restaurants, taverns, off island FREE admission to State Park and Island business events June 14 Chequamegon Chefs Exhibition Egg Toss Bakery Café 715-779-5181 A Taste of South Shore, Wisconsin restaurants and cafés www.eggtoss-bayfield.com Bayfield June 16 Apostle Islands Inline Skate Marathon Maggie’s 715-779-5641 June 14-21 Celebrate Arts~Summer Solstice www.maggies-bayfield.com Bayfield July 4 Independence Day 10:30 a.m. Parade & Wild Rice 715-779-9881 www.wildricerestaurant.com Bayfield celebration. 10:00 p.m. Fireworks July 7 Peddle, Paddle, Plod & Plunge (aka P4) restaurants, taverns, on island Bike, kayak, run, swim. Teams or individual competition July 19 Madeline Island Talent Show 36 Beach Club 715-747-3955 July 20-22 Explore the Fur Trade Weekend www.beachclubmadeline.com Casual harborside dining. Full bar specializing in fun Island-style cocktails. Ample docking up to 4 1/2 Special events at Madeline Island Museum feet of draw. Open 11 a.m. to closing. Aug 4 Point to La Pointe Swim downtown, Madeline Island 2-mile open water swim - Bayfield to Madeline Island 16 Cafe Seiche 715-747-2033 http://madelineisland.chambermaster.com/list/member/ Aug 10 Sandcastle Day Big Bay State Park cafe-seiche.htm downtown, Madeline Island Sept 30 Treaty Day Open House 37 Grampa Tony’s 715-747-3911 Celebrate Ojibwe culture and the legacy of the 1842 downtown, Madeline Island and 1854 treaties at Madeline Island Museum 38 Island Oasis 715-747-3192 Oct 20 Fall Fest Family-friendly events The Island Oasis has a welcoming atmosphere with antique tools and memorabilia of days gone by. Also available is a DVD of life Nov 24 Holiday Boutique Regional arts on Lake Superior. Madeline Island 14 15 Join us on madeline island! La Pointe ~ one of America’s Coolest Small Towns*
*Budget Travel Mag. 2011 helpful numbers around the islanD Madeline Island Chamber of Commerce Bicyclists ride single file to the right. The bike path is on 715-747-2801 888-475-3386 Middle Road. Bike maps are available at madferry.com and Madeline Island Ferry Line 715-747-2051 can also be viewed at the large outdoor map across from U.S Coast Guard, Bayfield 715-779-5100 the Ferry office on Main Street (see number 2 below). La Pointe Town Hall 715-747-6913 Speed limit for cars is 40 mph. number font do not outline
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