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N Devils North Twin Island Island Madeline Island Chamber of Commerce MADELINE South Rocky Cat Outer Bear Twin Island Island ISLAND Island Island Island www.madelineisland.com YorkIsland is IronwoodIsland Sand Island Otter Island N Raspberry Manitou Island 888-475-3386 90 miles Eagle Island Island Oak Stockton from Duluth Island Island N Shore Rd Gull Island 13 K Hermit 220 miles from Island Michigan 13 Red Cliff Minneapolis Basswood Island 13 Cornucopia Island Herbster C Bayfield Kron-Dahlin Ln 320 miles H Madeline from Madison WISCONSIN Island 13 La Pointe Amnicon Point 450 miles Long Island Lake Superior School House Road from Chicago C Scale: Chequamegon Chippewa Trail Washburn Chequamegon Point 0 1 2 3 4 5 Bay Anderson Lane 13 Umbrage Road Some visitors have come since childhood2 Odanahand others G Ashland have just discovered the turn-of-the-century2 charm Blacktop Big Bay Rd (County H) Bike Lane on Shoulder of Bayfield on the mainland and La Pointe Blvd Benjamin’s Gravel Road on Madeline Island. One of 22 Apostle North Shore Rd Hiking Trail Islands, Madeline’s population ranges Big Bay Town Park from 220 in the winter to 2,500 In 1659, the explorers and fur traders in the summer. Ferries cross from Big Bay Groseilliers and Radisson came to Chequamegon spring breakup until late winter with Bay and for 150 years, it was an outpost for passengers on foot or with French, British and American fur traders. cars or bikes. Big After the Sault St. Marie locks were built Big Bay State Park Bay in 1855, the area became home to many Point Big Bay Rd (County H) Black Shanty Rd new settlers. Like people before them, Airport Hagen Rd they traveled by water. Passenger and freight ferries criss-crossed the Bay. As railways and Middle Rd (County H) Chebomnicon Bay Ferry roads improved, ferries – except those linking Bayfield and La Pointe – faded into history. Today, ferries run from March or Marina Bicycles, mopeds, April until freeze-up. Golf canoes and kayaks can be rented on the island. South Shore Rd When ice forms, some students Capser Rd Old Fort Rd cross by windsled to attend school in Bayfield until the ice road Grant’s Point 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. A lively film gives voice to the past and a shop offers books, crafts, jewelry and gift items rooted in island history. The museum is opposite the Ferry Landing. Madeleine Cadotte, island namesake, was daughter of Chief White Crane and married French fur trader Michael Cadotte. The island has been home to the Ojibwe for hundreds of years. Big Top Chautauqua 715-373-5552 888-BIG-TENT www.bigtop.org Washburn Office: 101 W Bayfield St, Washburn WI. Tent Venue: 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield WI. The nation’s only all-canvas tent theatre. Shows June–September by the Blue Canvas Orchestra, plus national renowned headliners. Annual Big Tap Beer & Food Festival in September. Free shuttle from Bayfield ferry landing. Call or visit bigtop.org for current schedule. Legendary Waters Casino 800-226-8478 www.legendarywaters.com 37600 Onigamiing Drive, Red Cliff Escape Ordinary, Experience Legendary! Located 3 miles north of Bayfield on Hwy 13. Gaming, hotel, events, restaurant, café, gift shop, lounge, campgrounds, marina, boat launch, sandy beach, ample parking, ATMs. Panoramic views of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. Frog Bay Tribal National Park and popular sea/ice caves nearby. ATTRACTIONS 40 Madeline Island Music Camp 715-747-6045 June/July, 612-871-7781 Aug/May Ticket information: 715-747-2561 www.music-camp.org Chamber music programs for talented musicians. Chamber Music for Strings program 6/12-7/17; Chamber Music for Winds program 7/18-7/25. Concerts by students and world-class ensembles at the Clubhouse 6/18-7/24. Clubhouse available for wedding/party rental in Aug/Sept. Center and student lodges to rent to qualified nonprofit groups. © Adventure Vacations Boat & Kayak Tours 12 Madeline Island Heritage Center 715-747-2801 Features three, 100-year-old buildings offering a glimpse of Island WATER ADVENTURES life from another time. Open late June–Labor Day plus Apple Fest weekend. Located 1/2 block from Ferry. Complex restored and operated by Madeline Island Historical Preservation Association, 22 Adventure Vacations Boat & Kayak Tours PO Box 250, La Pointe, WI 54850. Small admission fee. Donations 715-747-2100 www.adv-vac.com graciously accepted. Tour the Apostle Islands by powerboat, kayak the sea caves, view ship wrecks and tour historic lighthouses. Boat charters leave twice 11 Madeline Island Museum 715-747-2415 daily, water taxi and custom trips are also available. Guided kayak www.madelineislandmuseum.org For over 50 years, the place for tours bring you paddling to the Madeline Island cliffs and sea caves, exploring and interpreting the rich history and culture of the Island. beginners welcome. Stop by our store to join a tour or make a Exhibits and programs for all ages. Museum store features books, reservation online at www.adv-vac.com. handmade jewelry, Ojibwe crafts, and other gifts. The museum is available for receptions and meetings. Call for details. Open daily 34 Apostle Islands Kayaks 715-747-3636 May 28–October 15. Family/group rates. Owned and operated by the www.apostleislandskayaks.com Morning and afternoon guided Wisconsin Historical Society. tours from Big Bay Town Park and Big Bay State Park ($59). Children 8 and under free, ages 9-11 half price. 5 Bog Lake Outfitters, LLC 715-747-2685 www.boglakeoutfitters.com Canoe 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. 38 Captain Bob’s Marina & Boat Club 651-270-7506 42 Madeline Island School of The Arts 715-747-2054 www.captainbobsmarina.com Reservations 800-822-6315 www.madelineschool.com The school is one of the leading Boat Rentals - Boat Rides - Boat Club at the Inn on Madeline Island. art & craft schools in the country. Offering week-long workshops Rent for a day, weekend, a week or other options available! in writing, painting, quilting, photography and fiber art, taught June–October by internationally known instructors. The school is Hook & Fin Charter Company 715-209-0230 known for its welcoming hospitality, delicious meals and luxurious www.hookandfincharterco.com on-campus accommodations. Continued 3 4 17 Madeline Island Ferry Line 715-747-2051 www.madferry.com Walk, bicycle or drive aboard one of our CAMPGROUNDS & PARKS ferry boats and capture the romance of the Islands. Spectacular views abound on this 20 minute voyage. Trips run every 1/2 hour 5 Big Bay Town Park 715-747-3031 during the summer months. For reservations: www.bigbaytownpark.com downtown, Madeline Island & downtown, Bayfield Located 7 miles from ferry dock. Family campground, potable water, 39 Madeline Island Yacht Club 715-747-2655 bathroom facilities including fee showers. Tent and electric sites. Picnic shelter available for rental with proper application & fees. www.miyc.net Full-service marina with transient dockage, Picnic, fish, canoe, swim, hike, enjoy the sand beach. premium 91 octane, diesel, pumpout. Year-round shop service. Mercruiser and Raymarine dealer. Yanmar parts and largest ship 43 Big Bay State Park 715-747-6425 store in area. Memberships available. Camping reservations: 888-947-2757 www.wiparks.net Located seven miles from the Ferry Landing. Animaashi Sailing Co. 715-779-5468 Family campground, potable water, bathroom facilities including showers. Tent and electric sites. Picnic, fish, swim, hike, enjoy the 888-272-4548 www.animaashi.com Sailing charter Bayfield sand beach. Good Earth Outfitters, LLC 715-742-3910 35 Joni’s Beach & Playground 715-747-6913 www.good-earth-outfitters.com Cornucopia www.townoflapointewi.gov Five-minute walk from Ferry Landing. No overnight camping. Living Adventure Inc. 715-779-9503 866-779-9503 www.livingadventure.com Join us! Guided Apostle Islands sea kayak tours, rentals and instruction. 1/2 day shipwreck tours ($59). 26 Harry Nelson Recreation Center 715-747-6913 Full day sea caves tours ($99). Free Ferry pick-ups. www.townoflapointewi.gov Ball field, tennis courts, playground. Call toll-free for reservations. Bayfield Winter ice skating rink. Available for rental with proper application and fees. Lost Creek Adventures 715-953-2223 www.lostcreekadventures.org Cornucopia Superior Day Cruises 715-779-5454 GOLF & RECREATION www.SuperiorDayCruises.com Unique cruise service includes sea cave and lighthouse tours, jazz & blues cruises, beach combing, 41 Madeline Island Golf Club 715-747-3212 sunbathing, special event & sunset cruises. NO SET ITINERARY. www.madelineislandgolf.com USCG safety inspected. Island pick-up available. Madeline Island Skate Park 715-747-6913 www.townoflapointewi.gov Unique, skater-designed park features half-pipe, quarter-pipe, fun box, ramp, rails and more! Located in parking area behind Harry Nelson Recreation Center. 27 Motion To Go 715-747-6585 www.motion-to-go.com Rental: Bikes, mopeds, tandem bikes, Burley carriers. Must have valid drivers’ license for mopeds. Safety helmets provided. T-shirts, sweatshirts, baseball caps. Bayfield Recreation Center 715-779-5408 www.bayfieldreccenter.com Bayfield Mount Ashwabay Ski & Recreation Area 715-779-3227 www.mtashwabay.org Bayfield 5 6 PROVISIONS 25 Lori’s Store 715-747-5200 GALLERIES & SHOPPING [email protected] Island’s only year-round grocery/ convenience–and so much more–store! All the basics and then some: 10 Dockside Gifts 715-747-2314 ATM, ice, beer, wine, liquor, LOTTERY, frozen foods/meats, general www.docksidegifts.com Located on the Ferry Dock downtown grocery, sandwiches, ice cream.