WISCONSIN 2018 VISITOR’S GUIDE
Your guide to activities and events in and around the community
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2 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide Daily Specials Outside Patio Dining Monday - All You Can Eat Wings $8.50 • Game Day Specials .00 • Beautiful Lake Views Including Full Tiki Bar! Tuesday - All You Can Eat Spaghetti $7 Wednesday - $1.25 Specials • Kids Menu .00 • Big Screen TV’s Check the Calendar Thursday - Tacos starting at $2 Friday - Fish Fry starting at $7.50 of Events for our Live Music Happenings all Year! • Full Sandwich Menu Saturday Nights! • Homemade Half Pound Burgers and Pizza Cottage For Rent • Boat Launch • Boat Rentals • Year-Round Lake Access Open Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 am - Close • Monday 3:00 pm - Close N10575 Chief Kuno Tr., Fox Lake, WI 53933 (920) 928-3470 www.boathousepubandeatery.com
www.FoxLakeChamber.com 3 Welcome to Fox Lake, Wisconsin
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for reading the Fox Lake Visitors Guide. We are very proud of our community and hope that you will enjoy learning about Fox Lake. We strive to provide a clean, healthy, and safe environment and are committed to preserving an exceptional quality of life for everyone who visits. If you are staying in our community, either temporarily or permanently, take advantage of your favorite water sport on the lake, our aquatic center, go golfing at the 18-hole Fox Lake Golf Club, dine at one of our restaurants, enjoy one of our beautiful parks or library, or shop at our many downtown businesses. If you have any questions about the Fox Lake area, feel free to stop in at City Hall, and one of our friendly staff members will be happy to answer those for you.
Tom Bednarek, Mayor Tom Bednarek, (920)928-2280 Mayor www.cityoffoxlake.org
On behalf of the board, and as Chairman of the Town of Fox Lake, I am excited to welcome you to our town. Whether a resident or a visitor you will find a variety of things to do, including outdoor recreation, shopping and great restaurants throughout each season. From Summer to Winter, outdoor recreation includes swimming, boating, fishing, golfing, hunting, skiing, snowmobiling and so much more. Fox Lake is also well known in the state for spectacular fishing including trophy Walleye and Northern Pike. Whether you are looking for a quick bite to eat or a romantic date night, we have the variety of restaurants to fit your needs. Just a short drive from Milwaukee and Madison, Fox Lake is far enough from the big cities yet close and easy enough to get to. Tom Wissing, We are committed to making Fox Lake a special community to live in, work in, and visit all year round. We are dedicated to assuring you Fox Lake Town will enjoy the small community, friendly feel of our town. Chairman I Welcome you! (920)904-5825 www.townoffoxlake.org Tom Wissing, Town of Fox Lake Chairman
On behalf of the Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce, welcome to our beautiful city and town of Fox Lake, WI. We have so many opportunities for you to enjoy our wonderful area. Whether you are here on a permanent basis, for business or pleasure, Fox Lake has an abundant amount of exceptional businesses for you to explore. Fox Lake has always been known for our picturesque lake and fishing opportunities. Our lake is spectacular during all seasons. There is so much to do on and around Fox Lake. Check out our many fisherees sponsored by local Fox Lake businesses and groups. If you’re not from the area, we invite you to experience one of our several lodging opportunities located directly on Fox Lake. We have several secrets yet to be discovered within our alluring community. There are businesses and restaurants galore just waiting for you Vicki Matheys, to visit. We also sponsor several special events throughout the year which are second to none in the eyes of children and adults alike. We Chamber President have a Halloween “Spooktacular”, a “December to Remember” Christmas event, a 4th of July extravaganza and an amazing St. Patrick’s (920)928-3777 Day parade, just to name a few. Please check out our calendar of events printed for each and every one of you, our new friend. You will see www.foxlakechamber.com how truly special Fox Lake is. Please stop in at our chamber office at 305 W. State St. or call us at (920)928-3777 should you have any questions or ideas regarding our wonderful community!
Vicki Matheys, Chamber President
4 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide 2018 Official Visitors Guide of information Fox Lake ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ table of contents Town of Fox Lake 19 6 Fox Lake History Town Hall 7-9 Calendar of Events (920)928-3573 10 Parks Fire and Rescue 9 11
City of Fox Lake 11 Lakes City Hall (920) 928-2280 Classic Car Show 12-15 Recreation Besides 100’s of classic cars to enjoy there Chamber will also be good food, car hops, beer, 16-17 Map of Fox Lake Official 2018 Visitors Guide refreshments and ice cream available. (920) 928-3777 18 Jazz Festival Published by: Capital Newspapers, [email protected] Beaver Dam, WI 19 Fox Lake Flea Market www.foxlakechamber.com Advertising Representative: Beth Krebs 20-21 Annual Holiday Events City, Police, Fire and Rescue Graphic Design: Melissa Boehler 22 Dining (920)928-2105 (non-emergency) Cover Photo: Angela Noltimier 911 (emergency) This publication has been created and 24 Accomodations produced for the Fox Lake Chamber of 26 Education & Hospitals Commerce. Every effort has been made to provide the most current and accurate Fox Lake Public Library Beaver Dam information available. Capital Newspapers (920)887-7181 and the organizations represented, as- 27 Clubs & Organizations sume no responsibility for misinformation. 20 28 Chamber Members Waupun Please contact the Fox Lake Chamber (920)324-5581 of Commerce at (920) 928-3777 or Fall Spooktacular 29 Churches, Government P.O. Box 94, Fox Lake, WI 53933 with Emergency 911 any additions or corrections. Fun for the family plus trick or treating! & Industry
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www.FoxLakeChamber.com 5 History Take a step back in time
Fox Lake Historical Society Fox Lake’s settlement history All non-written history is on display at the Fox Lake Historical Society businesses that made Fox Lake what it is today. dates back approximately in the many buildings they operate for the community. The Society is The Fox Lake Historical Society presents “Third Saturday Programs” 10,000 years before the white responsible for the preservation of the Fox Lake Depot building, which at the Community Congregational Museum on College Ave. in Fox man came here. It was a fertile houses the main society displays, as well as the Car Shed. The Car Shed Lake. Each program is a History Lesson and Entertainment rolled into place and Native Americans houses a 1940s-era Fairbanks gas-engine-powered track car, the summer one with a common theme of World War II, with a different topic each favored the lake for good kitchen, working blacksmith shop, and Sinclair Gas Station building month. Programs start at 6:30pm. All programs are followed by snacks hunting, fertile cropland, easy on the Depot grounds. It also operates the Community Congregational and drinks in the fellowship room. The exception is the Soup Dinner living, and as a gathering spot. Museum up the street from the Depot grounds, which is one of the which runs from 4p.m. to 7p.m. on January 21, at the Fox Lake Ameri- With Jacob P. Brower came the first churches in town being built in 1855 and was the longest running can Legion hall. The Soup Dinner is a chance to socialize with others in era of recorded history in Fox continuous church. It held its final service in October of 2012. the community and take part in our main fund-raiser for the year to raise Lake, and by all accounts it was a peaceful transition. The name Housed are items related to the theme of each building as well as farm- funds for maintenance and painting of our Society Buildings. Come join of the city changed three times ing and local business artifacts, Native American arrowheads, tools, us for our Third Saturday Programs, learn a little about our community in the early years: Frankfurt in and enjoy the fellowship of you friends, neighbors and perhaps someone weapons, military uniforms and equipment, an extraordinary Civil War 1839, Waushara in 1840, and you have yet to meet. We look forward to seeing you. artifact collection, a Bunny Berrigan collection dedicated to the famous finally Fox Lake in 1856. jazz musician, and photographs of the people, places, buildings, and The Depot Museum at 211 W. Cordelia St., is open the first and third Sunday of every month from June to In 1860 at the beginning of the the first Sunday in October, as well as by appointment. Civil War, the community had Call (920) 296- 0254. The church is open for special a population of 2,643, with nearly 2,000 individuals being events or by appointment only. residents of the Village proper. The community contributed Harriett R. O’Connell greatly to the fight for the Historical Room Union, sending three full companies to duty, including The room is established to preserve historical material the Iron Brigade and the Eagle relating to the City of Fox Lake and the surrounding area Regiment, as well as 20% of and to honor the memory of Harriet R. O’Connell, who Berdan’s Sharpshooters, and devoted much of her time and energy to the preservation numerous individual regimental THE FARMERS of existing material. The Fox Lake Public Library houses volunteers. Fox Lake men the room in the lower level of the Library. were present at most eastern The room is a huge collection of Fox Lake history and theater battles from Bull Run STATE BANK it has been sited by members of the Wisconsin State to Appomattox. Riverside Historical Society as the “largest collection of small-town Cemetery is the final resting history in the state”. place of war veterans from the “over 100 years of excellence The very first land office registration book for the whole War of 1812 through current region has been saved and is now preserved for all time conflicts and all in between, in community banking” by a grant from the Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce. as well as the rejected lover of At the present time there are many retired persons who Florence Nightingale. are indexing the tax records, scrapbooks and newspapers Full Service Banking at Two Locations Fox Lake has the oldest wood- dating back to the mid 1800’s. 314 West State Street, Fox Lake, WI 53933 • 920-938-3161 framed building in Dodge With past funding from a private source, cataloging 86 East Water Street, Markesan, WI 53946 • 920-398-2336 County. They had a marine US the room resources has made great strides and there mail route, along the Military are thousands of entries leading researchers back to Road. Fox Lake also hosted information about people, places and events of Fox Lake. the first Wisconsin school for Due to the huge project of putting the room in order, it is women, the Wisconsin Female not possible for the Library staff to do personal research Member Academy, later known as for people. For further information the library can be FDIC Downer College. contacted at 920-928-3223.
6 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide 2018Calendar what’s happening in fox lake
Dog Days of Summer at the Fox Lake Aquatic Center
Soups, sandwiches and desserts. 10—Fox Lake Fire Dept. Annual Fisheree Ongoing Events 20 —Ice Junkies Meet & Greet 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. Open to the public. Call (920) 319-2241 for additional information. Every Saturday April - October Hosted at The Boat House Pub and Eatery, N10575 Chief Kuno Trail. Contact Jimmy at Ice See page 13 for details. Fox Lake Flea Market Junkies Outdoors (414)755-9943 10 —Historical Society Program Saturday morning, downtown Fox Lake. 6:30 p.m. at the Community Congregational See page 19 for more details. 20 —American Legion Annual Fisheree See page 13 for details. Church Museum at 206 S. College Avenue. 1st & 3rd Sundays June - October 14—Treat your sweetheart to dinner Fox Lake Historical Museum 22 —Red Cross Blood Drive Noon-5:50pm at American Legion Post 521 at Schaumburg Supper Club. All ladies receive Located at 211 W. Cordelia St. Open from a box of chocolates. Call for reservations. 1 to 4 p.m. See page 6 for more details. 27 —Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce 920-928-3348 14th Annual Winter Fisheree Contact the Boat House for additional 16-18—5th Annual Fish Tales Bait & information at (920) 928-3470. Liquor Winter Jamboree See page 13 for details. Call (920) 520-0015 for further information. January See page 13 for details. 7 —Coed Softball Tournament On The Ice 18—Free Kids Ice Fisheree Held at the Boat House. Begins at 10 a.m. Free to all children 14 years and under. Only $25 per team. Contact the Boat House for February 7 a.m. – noon. Prizes and trophies awarded. additional information (920) 928-3470. 3—Ice Golf Tournament Held at the Boat House, N10575 Chief Kuno Play 9 holes of golf on the ice in front of the Trail. For more information please call 13 —Kitty Kat Races Boat House beginning at 1pm. Win fabulous Pete Hupf at (608) 609-2707. State Kitty Kat snowmobile races in front of prizes. Contact the Boat House for additional the Boat House. Contact the Boat House for 24—Fox Lake Charities information (920) 928-3470. more information (920) 928-3470. 7th Annual Ice Fisheree 10—FLPO Cabin Fever Social Event 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Boat House Pub & Eatery, 13—Historical Society Soup Dinner This year’s event will be held at The Shores. N10575 Chief Kuno Trail. See page 13 for details. Serving from 4–7 p.m. Call 920-928-3486 for more information. at the American Legion, 220 W. State St.
www.FoxLakeChamber.com 7 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
30—Beaverland Must-skis at the Boat House Beaver Dam’s Beaverland Must-skis make a stop at the Boat House for an afternoon of fun- filled entertainment. Contact the Boat House for additional information (920) 928-3470. July 7 —Fox Lake FREE Concert in the Park City of Fox Lake Riverside Park shelter. Food, beer and soda available. MonRo will play from 6:30 til dusk. Call the Fox Lake Chamber at (920) 928- 3777 for information. St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Downtown Fox Lake 7 —Fireworks at Dusk Fireworks show over the lake. 12—Fox Lake Citywide Rummage Sale See page 21 for details. March City of Fox Lake and the area surrounding the lake. 7 —Parade on Blackhawk Trail 10—Historical Society Program 12—Historical Society Program Sponsored by FLPO starting at 1 p.m. from 6:30 p.m. at the Community Congregational 6:30 p.m. at the Community Congregational Town Park. This is a family fun activity, so Church Museum at 206 S. College Avenue. Church Museum at 206 S. College Avenue. decorate your old cars, tractors, bikes, ATVs, golf carts, motorcycles, floats, pets, wagons or 18—Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade 13—Mother’s Day Buffet just walk the route. No registration is required. Parade begins at 1 p.m. at Schaumburg Supper Club 10:30am – 3pm. See page 20 for more details. Reservations appreciated. 920-928-3348 7 —FLPO Boat Parade The Fox Lake Preservation Organization is 25—Brunch with the Easter Bunny 18-20—Bunny Berigan Jazz Jubilee sponsoring a 4th of July boat parade starting Come and visit with the Easter Bunny at the See Page 18 for more details. at 5:00 p.m. from Del Bern Acres. Line up is at Boat House. Enjoy a full brunch beginning at 11 19—Fish Tales 8th Annual 4:45 pm. No registration required. a.m. For more information call (920) 928-3470. Walleye Tournament 7 —Cemetery Walk 31-April 22—9th Annual Tweener Run 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. See page 13 for details. in Riverside Park. See page 21 for details. “Between the Seasons” Poker Run. 21 —Red Cross Blood Drive Final party at Boat House on Sunday, April 22. —Fox Lake Library Summer Noon-5:50pm at American Legion Post 521 9-August 4 Contact the Boat House for additional Reading Program information (920) 928-3470. 27 —Memorial Day Parade The Fox Lake Public Library 2018 Summer The Fox Lake American Legion Post 521 leads Reading program theme is “Libraries Rock!” the parade and the memorial service in Library activities will be held July 9 through April Clausen Park after the parade. Contact the August 4. Information can be found on www. American Legion Post 521 at (920) 928-2381. foxlake.lib.wi.us/ or by calling 920-928-3223. 1—Easter Buffet at Schaumburg Supper Club. Register to win 10—Schaumburg Supper Club the “Easter Basket” 10:30am-3pm. June Music on the Patio Reservations appreciated. 920-928-3348 Join us for music on the patio from 16—Rockin’ Off the Greens 5:30 to 9 p.m., rain (inside) or shine (outside). 14—Historical Society Program 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Live music, food and refresh- No cover charge. Call to reserve a table 6:30 p.m. at the Community Congregational ments available. Held at Fox Lake Golf Club. (920) 928-3348. Church Museum at 206 S. College Avenue. Call (920) 928-2508 for more information. 14—Fox Lake Golf Club 6 Man Scramble 16—6th Annual Friends of SAGES’ 16—Fox Lake Preservation Organization 8 a.m. at the Fox Lake Golf Club located at Banquet & Auction Doors Open at 5:30 p.m., Special Friends Outing See page 19 for details. N10500 Indian Point Rd., Fox Lake. Public Wel- Dinner and program at 6:30 pm at Fox Lake 20—Fox Lake Golf Club Ladies Fun Golf come. For more information contact the Fox Community Center. The public is invited for a Lake Golf Club at (920) 928-2508. lively evening featuring a catered meal, plus Invitational 3pm start, call Fox Lake Golf Club live and silent auctions, raffles, and special for more information (920)928-2508 school presentations. Learn more at www. 24—Trenton Highlights 4-H Club Beaverland waupun.k12.wi.us/sages/foundation.cfm. Fundraiser Fox Lake Community Center, Must-skis 248 E. State St. Pie, ice cream, sandwiches, chips, beverages and cheese! Call Sherry at May (920) 928-2478 for more info. 7—Ladies Ducks Unlimited Spring Fling 28—Schaumburg Supper Club For more info call Schaumburg Supper Club Music on the Patio 5:30 to 9 p.m. (920) 928-3348. rain (inside) or shine (outside). No cover charge, call to reserve a table, (920) 928-3348. 8 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide 14—Rockin’ Off the Greens 11—Fox Lake Preservation Organization Live music, food and refreshments available. Annual Golf Outing Held at Fox Lake Golf Club. Held at the Fox Lake Golf Club. Best-ball Call (920) 928-2508 for more information. scramble that is open to the public. Complimentary lunch served at the turn and 24—Schaumburg Supper Club drawing for many golf prizes and raffle items. Music on the Patio Tee time is 10 a.m. Plan to join the fun! Join us for music on the patio from Spooktacular Event 5:30 to 9 p.m., rain (inside) or shine (outside). 21—Schaumburg Supper Club No cover charge. Call to reserve a table Music on the Patio (920) 928-3348. Join us for music on the patio from 26—Ghost Walk 5:30 to 9 p.m., rain (inside) or shine (outside). Held in Riverside Memorial Park at 7:00 p.m. 28—Firefighters 17th Annual No cover charge. Call to reserve a table Call 920-210-1135 for more information. Classic Car Show (920) 928-3348. Held at Fireman’s Park, rain or shine, at 7 a.m. 26 — Fox Lake Golf Club See page 19 for more details. 24—SAGES 6th Annual Golf Outing Halloween Road Rally Held at the Fox Lake Held at the Fox Lake Golf Club. Proceeds Golf Club. 6-8 p.m. and Costume Party with DJ 28—SAGES 6th Annual 8 p.m. Call (920)928-2508 to sign up for time. Craft and Bake Sale benefit project-based learning at the School for Agricultural & Environmental Studies (SAGES). 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. held at SAGES at Fox Lake 27—‘Spooktacular’ Event Learn more at, www.waupun.k12.wi.us/sages/ Community Center. Learn more at, www.wau- in downtown Fox Lake. Tons of kids’ activities. foundation.cfm. pun.k12.wi.us/sages/foundation.cfm. Sponsored by the Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce. See page 20 for more details. 29—Fox Lake Golf Club Once a Year 25—Tunes on the Lake Sunday Brunch Sponsored by FLPO from 1–5 p.m. with a band 27 —Historical Cemetery Walk Featuring Bloody Mary Bar 8am-1pm - Public playing from the dock on the southeast side of Riverside Memorial Park 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Welcome Dead Island. Family friendly! Minimal cost per person. 29— Fox Lake Golf Club Big Cup 28—City of Fox Lake Trick-or-Treat Golf Outing September 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. 4 person scramble, noon shotgun start. Public welcome call the club for more information 2—Venetian Night (920) 928-2508 Sponsored by FLPO. Lineup is in front of November Del Bern Acres at 7:45 p.m. Grab your lights, decorate your boats and join us for an evening 6-11—Schaumburg Supper Club August of fun. No registration required. Celebrating 50 years in business 1968-2018 Call for specials, 920-928-3348. 4—10th Annual Kuno Fest 8—Boat House’s Annual 4-Person Scramble Golf Outing 11—Veterans Day Program Chief Kuno Trail on Fox Lake. Enjoy food, fun Flag Memorial at 11 a.m. at American Legion. and live bands at the Boat House, The Clam Held at Fox Lake Golf Club. Outing and hole and The Shores. Contact the Boat House for activities and prizes. Contact the Boat House additional information (920) 928-3470. for additional information (920) 928-3470. December 6—Fox Lake Ladies Shotgun for the Cure 17 —Red Cross Blood Drive 8— “December to Remember” Invitational 3pm shotgun start. Noon-5:50pm at American Legion Post 521 Christmas Extravaganza Call Fox Lake Golf Club for more information From noon until 6 p.m. Call (920) 928-3777 for (920) 928-2508. more information. See page 21 for details. 7—Schaumburg Supper Club October 9— Breakfast with Jesus Music on the Patio 12 —Fire Prevention Open House 8:30am at St. John’s Lutheran School, Join us for music on the patio from Fox Lake Fire Department 110 Edgelawn Dr., Fox Lake, (920) 928-3296 5:30 to 9 p.m., rain (inside) or shine (outside). www.stjohnsfoxlake.org No cover charge. Call to reserve a table 13—15th Annual Boat House Hayride (920) 928-3348. Ride around the lake on hay wagons pulled by 15—Buffet Brunch with Santa tractors. Contact the Boat House for additional Enjoy a bit of the North Pole while visiting with 11—Rockin’ Off the Greens information (920) 928-3470. Santa at the Boat House. Festivities begin at Live music, food and refreshments available. 11 a.m. Contact the Boat House for additional Held at Fox Lake Golf Club. Call (920) 928-2508 19-20—Fox Lake Public Library Friends information (920) 928-3470. for more information. Book Sale Held at Community Center. For more information, call library (920) 928-3223.
Unwind at Kuno Fest
December to Remember
www.FoxLakeChamber.com 9 Parks
Find recreation and relaxation in Fox Lake’s parks Riverside Park
The Fox Lake community offers its Town Park residents and guests more parks than Town Park is located between Blackhawk Trail and the northwest corner of the lake, in the Town many larger localities. of Fox Lake. It has a handicap-accessible pier, public access for boating, and a shelter with Adams Spring Park restrooms. Located on Highway 33 on the south end of the city, Adams Spring Park features a memorial to Veterans Memorial Park Bunny Berigan, a famous jazz trumpeter from Fox Lake Aquatic Park Veterans Fox Lake who performed with some of the best Fox Lake Aquatic Park is located just east of the Memorial Park Fox Lake Community Center and features pools bands of yesteryear. is a small park to keep kids and adults cool on hot summer days. on the corner of College and State streets in the City of Fox Lake. It was constructed in 2002 to honor all area veterans.
West Crocker Street Park West Crocker Street Park is in the center of the John ‘Red’ Solis Memorial Park city and has a half basketball court in addition to John ‘Red’ Solis Memorial Park is the new- playground equipment and a softball area. Clausen Park est addition on the west end of the city and is Located on the north end of the City of Fox located on Forest Street in the City of Fox Lake. Lake, Clausen Park features a 60-foot-tall Get your children some exercise on colorful Memorial Tower, donated to the city by Leon playground equipment Fox Lake Dog Park and Clausen in 1955. Public restrooms are at the Sledding Hill base of the tower. Clausen Park is the site of the Riverside Park Both are free to the public. They are located at annual Memorial Day Observances, as well as Riverside Park is immediately west of Clausen the North end of Booth Street. The dog park is in other activities. Park. It features a large playground, BBQ grills, the Little league Diamond and the sledding hill is and a shelter for picnickers and other guests. It located just north of the Little League Diamond Fireman’s Park also has a public boat launch, with parking for on other side of the concessions stand. Fireman’s Park offers baseball diamonds and vol- vehicles, as well as a handicap-accessible pier for leyball and basketball courts. It is located adjacent fishing. Great view of the 4th of July fireworks to the City of Fox Lake offices, fire department, and festivities. Also available to rent for private police department and community center. parties, call City Hall for details.
10 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide Ch er y l (L erum ) K otek Discover a perfect oasis p hoto courtes y of Lakes for boating and fishing
Fox Lake Size: 2,625 acres Depth: 19 feet Description: One of the most diverse fisheries you’ll find anywhere. The lake has wonderful scenery, including six islands. Ice fishing can be very good on this lake. Look for: Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskies, Perch, Large Crappie, and Bluegill Access: Town of Fox Lake Park on Blackhawk Trail, the City of Fox Lake at the Clausen/Riverside Park and the Boat House Pub & Eatery on Chief Kuno Trail Launch Fees: City of Fox Lake, Clausen/Riverside Park Seasonal $40 Daily $5
Lake Emily Size: 268 acres Depth: 14 feet Description: Small, spring-fed lake with lots of undeveloped shoreline. In the winter, it is a popular ice fishing destination. Look for: Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Muskie, Northern Pike and Walleye Access: Public boat launch located on Lake Drive Launch Fees: Town of Fox Lake, Blackhawk Trail (Fox Lake); Lake Drive (Lake Emily); Spring Rd. (Beaver Dam Lake) Seasonal $40 Daily $5
Beaver Dam Lake Size: 6,600 acres Depth: 9 feet Description: A large body with a fishery to match its size. The lake is also shallow, making it easy to fish without electronics. Fertile water and careful lake management have led to an extremely healthy fishery. Look for: Giant Crappie, Jumbo Perch and Walleye Access: Town of Fox Lake Launch on Spring Road, Derge, Edgewater, Water Works and Tahoe parks
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www.FoxLakeChamber.com 11 Fish Stocking on Fox Lake To promote the recreational use of Fox Lake for fishing, the Fox Lake Preservation Organization (FLPO) in conjunction with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) continues to commit itself to an extensive yearly fish-stocking program. In the fall of 2016, the FLPO worked with 20 middle school students from the School for Agricultrual and Environmental Studies to release 4,000 walleye in the 4 to 8-inch range and 200 muskies of 11 to 14 inches into Fox Lake. The success of the annual fish-stocking program is made possible by fundraising events, donations, and FLPO membership dues. The generous financial support and the time and effort of volun- teers assure that Fox Lake remains a top-rated fishing lake.
Fishing Fox Lake is continuing to earn its reputation as one of the top 10 fishing lakes in the state of Wisconsin. Abundant fish include perch, crappies, blue gills, muskie, northern, walleye and bass. Fishing is a year-round sport in Fox Lake, whether it happens from boats, docks, or public piers at the Town of Fox Lake Park/Boat Launch on Blackhawk Trail or the City of Fox Lake Clausen-Riv- Recreation erside Park/Boat Launch. Winter ice doesn’t stop us either. Ice fishing is alive and well in Fox Lake! You may pick up a map of Fox Lake, courtesy of the Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce, at area resorts and businesses. Year round recreation Fox Lake isn’t the only lake in the area, Lake Emily is just northwest of Fox is abundant in Fox Lake Lake and Beaver Dam is just south. Each have public launches. Mill Creek Dam The Mill Creek Dam is also a favorite spot for fishing throughout the entire The year round recreation is never ending in the greater Fox spring and summer. Located at the end of Mill Street, this dam controls water Lake area. Snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, hiking, flow from Fox Lake to neighboring Beaver Dam Lake. The Mill Creek Resto- hunting, just to name a few. Golf at our 18-hole golf course, ration project provides a handicap fishing and picnicking area with a handicap- shop the downtown or swim at our sparkling aquatic center. It accessible table by Riverside Park. For more information regarding the Mill Creek Restoration project, call the Fox Lake City Hall at (920) 928-2280. doesn’t matter what you do for fun, there are many ways to en- joy yourself in Fox Lake. The lakes offer limitless recreational opportunities, such as fishing, kayaking, boating, skiing, tubing and outdoor lakeside dining. Fox Lake continues to be a tourist destination year after year. Come join us!
12 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide held on Saturday, February 24. The All award-winning fish entries are fisheree will run from 7:00 a.m. until announced and prizes are awarded at 2:00 p.m. It will be held at the Boat 4:00 p.m., along with an invitation to House Pub and Eatery, N10575 Chief stay into the evening to enjoy some Kuno Trail. musical entertainment. There will be prizes for the largest fish caught in six different categories: walleye, northern, perch, crappie, blue gill and bass—for adults and children alike. Raffles, door prizes, silent auctions, and a full menu will all be available beginning at 11:00. Please contact the Boat House at Fish Tales 7th Annual Walleye Tournament (920) 928-3470 for additional infor- This year’s event will take place on Saturday, May 19, 2018 beginning at mation or if you would like to have 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Fish Tales Bait & Liquor, 529 West State St., Fox a group, individual, association, etc. Lake. Payouts will be for the weight of the total fish caught by the two- considered as the charity recipient. Fox Lake Fire man teams. Register at Fish Tales by calling (920) 520-0015. Weigh-ins Department Fisheree and payouts are at Fish Tales. The Fox Lake Fire Department’s winter fisheree is currently scheduled for Saturday, February 10. American Legion The fisheree will launch from the Fisheree Boat House Chief Kuno Trail at 6:00 The Fox Lake American Legion a.m. and will run until 3:00 p.m. Fisheree will be held on Saturday, Drawing for a special prize will oc- January 20. Registration is at the Fox cur at 4 p.m. at N10575 Chief Kuno Lake Legion beginning at 5:00 a.m. Fox Lake Chamber of Trail, (920) 928-3470. The fisheree Fisheree time is 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Commerce Ice Fisheree is open to the general public with an at the Boat House Pub and Eatery 5th Annual Fish Tales Fourteen years ago, the Fox Lake entry fee of $10 per person. Prizes launch. Bait & Liquor Winter Chamber decided to bring back its will be awarded for fish in all catego- Raffles, silent auction, door prizes, Annual Ice Fisheree. Hosted at the ries, including for kids ages 12 years Jamboree Boat House Pub & Eatery by Vicki and younger. and bucket raffles begin at 2:00 p.m. The 5th Annual Fish Tales Bait & at the Legion. Cash prizes in all fish Matheys, the 2018 event will be held Door prizes will also be awarded in Liquor Winter Jamboree event will on Saturday, January 27, starting at categories for children and adults take place February 16-18. A large addition to raffles and a silent auction begin at 4:00 p.m. A “special items” 7:00 a.m. and ending at 3:00 p.m. that will be taking place all day long. 40’ x 80’ heated tent will be set up There’s a full day for catching the pre-raffle is available. Food and Proceeds from the fisheree will go to off the Town Park on Blackhawk many fish available in Fox Lake and beverages will be served beginning support the Fox Lake Fire Depart- Trail. Again this year there will be chances to win prizes for the largest at 2:00 p.m. at the Legion. Full menu ment and EMS. Questions about the live music, a beer stand, and food. To fish in any of the legal categories. and beverages will be available at the be in the fishing contest, you must fisheree can be directed to Richie Boat House beginning at 11:00 a.m. pre-register at Fish Tales Bait Shop Not into winter sports? All afternoon, Quirk at (920) 319-2241. The mission of the fisheree will be to located at 529 West State St. or call those who prefer the indoors have provide funds that will allow the Le- (920) 520-0015. This is one of the a chance to participate in the silent gion to help local veterans. This year largest fisherees in the area. Tent and auction and the many raffles put on the money will mainly go toward the entertainment open to the public. by the Chamber. following causes: Honor Flight for Proceeds go to the fish stocking of Vets to Washington, D.C. Fox Lake. Lattes, Mochas, Gourmet Coffee The Fox Lake Legion is asking for Fox Lake Local Hot Food donations of materials or money that Charities 7th Annual Fresh Steaks, Chicken & Hamburger will help them achieve their goals. Gas and lots more! Please contact Dave DePrey at (920) Fisheree 296-0098 or the Fox Lake Legion at Six years ago there was a Saturday (920) 928-2381 for additional infor- in February without an event at the OPEN 24 mation or to make a donation. Boat House. They came up with the Hours a Day idea of a charity fisheree for a group, individual, association, etc. that 7 Days a would benefit from the money raised Week Featuring all the Great Kwik Trip Products from the fisheree. This year the 7th annual Fox Lake Hwy 33 in Fox Lake • 920.928.2070 Local Charities Fisheree will be
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p hoto c o ur t es y f Fireman’s Park Disc Golf Course is a 9 hole course, set in a multi-use park that plays around a swimming pool and baseball diamonds. There are discatcher baskets on all holes. It offers a mix of shots with some longer holes and plenty of OB with fences. The course is mostly flat and lightly wooded. Tee pads are varied, with some on concrete, some on roads. There are two tees per hole (white/blue) that are on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings. Friday signified by blocks in the ground. Golf nights serving fish fry, prime rib and salad bar. Even the natural areas are level and The Fox Lake Golf Club, established in 1922, is a beautiful easy to throw from. There are nice 18-hole facility located on the shores of Fox Lake. The All types of golf memberships are available. Check out the Early Bird Golf Specials Mon. through Fri. 7a.m.-11a.m. differences in distance, especially course and clubhouse are able to accommodate all sizes of between tees. The alternate pin group golf outings, receptions, parties and banquets. The The Fox Lake Golf Club is located at N10500 Indian Point placements really change the dis- golf course is open to the public from April 1 to November Road, Fox Lake. The phone number is (920) 928-2508. tances. It is located at 248 E. State 15. The dining room is open from May through September Find them on the web at www.foxlakegolfclub.com. St., Fox Lake. Shop Downtown
“Something for Everyone” Unexpected Home Decor FoxLake • Painted Furniture • Home Décor Hunting AMERICAN LEGION • Local Artists & Vendors POST 521 • Dixie Belle Chalk Paints Each fall, deer hunters gather in and around Fox Lake in Dodge Legion Bar Hours • Natural Lotions & Soaps County to take home that special Monday • Creative Paint Classes/Private Parties Closed trophy. Many public hunting areas Tuesday-Friday are available. For more informa- 4pm to Close tion, contact the Horicon DNR at Saturday & Sunday (920) 387-7860. Noon to Close Public Hunting near Fox Lake Banquet Hall For • Weddings Downtown shops to visit.. Shaw Marsh Wildlife Area • Anniversaries 903 acres, state-owned • Birthdays B & B Boutique Horicon Marsh Wildlife • Any Special Breaking the Mold 11,009 acres, state-owned Occasion Granny Annie’s, LLC Westford Public Hunting Grounds OPEN to the PUBLIC 682 acres, state-owned Salon 311 211 W State Street 220 W. State Street The Olde Crow Fox Lake, WI 53933 Fox Lake Fishery Area Fox Lake, WI Willoughby’s Antiques 920-520-0202 464 acres, state-owned 928-2381 Open Thur- Fri - Sat 10-5 & Sun 11 - 3
14 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide Aquatic Center Fox Lake Aquatic Center Hours: Swim Lessons When visiting Fox Lake during the summer, make a point of checking June 9 to August 19 Dates and times to be announced out the city’s Aquatic Center. It is fun for the entire family. The zero- Open Swimming 3 morning sessions -1 evening session depth entry or “beach entry” is handicap-accessible along with several Monday - Friday 1 - 7:30 p.m. Volleyball court available bubble jets and a swirling slide to go down. A large umbrella area is Saturday - Sunday 12 - 7:30 p.m. during pool hours perfect for taking a break and relaxing in the shade. Adult Night Dog Swim - August 26 The Aquatic Center offers swimming lessons for all ages, contact Wednesday- 6:30 p.m.-close Dodge County YMCA for details. For more information, please call the Private Parties - Reserve one week prior, Call City hall for reservations and City of Fox Lake at (920) 928-2280 or visit www.cityoffoxlake.org. based on availability. Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. pool hours (920) 928-2280 Total Business Products, Inc. office pr4o9d¢uCcolots r&Cfopuiersniture Walking Trophies Printing & Copy Services plaques Trail laminating medals In the summer of 2003 Fax & UPS Services name plaTes the City of Fox Lake engravable gifTs Beautification Com- totalbusinessproducts.com mittee made a dream 205 DeClark Street | Beaver Dam Plus become a reality by 920-356-1711 | Fax 920-356-0700 More! turning the old railroad 18 N. Madison Street | Waupun loop into a walking trail from the Depot to Fox Lake Junction. The loop 920-324-3711 | Fax 920-324-5320 is approximately one mile long using the route through Fox Lake that the railroad company created to bring the railroad line to town. It was used 85 Washington St., until the 1960s by Fox Lake. Horicon, WI 53032 920-485-2554 By 2006, a prairie garden, other gardens, and several trees were planted fax 920-485-0885 next to the walking trail. Signage and two gated arbors on the Trenton www.leroymeats.com Street entrance were also installed. Walkers can enter the trail at any point; We ship cheese & sausage products & gift boxes! however, the Depot Railroad Museum Over 100 varieties of homade sausage & over on Cordelia Street is considered the 100 cheeses from local cheese makers beginning of the trail. Any season— Our smoke meats and sausages have won numerous awards including winter, spring, summer and fall—just in “Best in Wisconsin” Opening look for signage and enjoy a hike on Lake Fox Complete venison and wild game processing, making the Fox Lake Loop Walking Trail. 2018 Spring the finest in venison sausage products
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3-Day Festival Honoring the Great Bunny Berigan Small town Fox Lake, Wisconsin, featured spots with name bands, was on such memorable sides as Marie, Song of Jazz Festival honoring “Bunny” Ber- honors Bunny Berigan with a three day networks, had his own band, recording India, Melody in F and Spring Song. His igan. It has been said that there are other Dixieland Jazz Festival on the third contracts galore and even movie work. superb trumpet was a dynamic factor in Jazz Festivals in Wisconsin but “Fox weekend in May every year. In 2018 it “Bunny” first began to attract popular the rise to fame of both the Goodman Lake throws the best party”. Come and will be held May 18 – 20. Bands that and critical attention in the Hal Kemp and Dorsey bands. He was a giant of find out! will be featured are: The Bob Schulz orchestra of 1930. In a brief twelve the swing era and perhaps could even Mid-West All Stars, The St. Louis years he recorded with more than 50 be credited with the introduction of that Stompers led by Steve Lilley, The Kaye orchestras including those of Paul music to the world. Berigan 5 Tet, the Matt Miller Jazz Trio, Whiteman, Rudy Vallee, Freddie Rich, In 1936 “Bunny” set out on his own, A Big Band playing “Bunny’s” music the Dorsey Brothers, Frankie Trum- his band making its debut at New and special Guest Trumpet Player, Duke bauer, Glenn Miller, Chick Bullock, York’s Pennsylvania Hotel in April. The Heitger from New Orleans. Gene Kardos, and Red Norvo. He really Berigan star burst into full brilliance The event will be held (one at a time) began to shine brightly in 1935 when with the release of the monumental RCA in the Fox Lake Community Center, he joined the Benny Goodman band. Victor recording of I Can’t Get Started, the American Legion Hall and Mullin’s While with the Benny Goodman band an instantaneous hit. Drive-In. There will be a Dixieland “Bunny” recorded such pieces as King By June of 1942 “Bunny’s” last note HomeServices Metro Realty Graveside Service at the grave of Bunny Porter Stomp, Blue Skies, Jingle Bells, had sounded and the music world was Green Lake on Saturday morning and two Sunday Goodbye and Between the Devil and shedding tears. HomeServices Metro Realty morning Church Services by the St. the Deep Blue Sea. Later as a member HomeServices Metro Realty Everyone is welcome at this 3-Day Green Lake Louis Stompers at First Evangelical of the Tommy Dorsey band he recorded Green LYoaurk LeOCAL agent armed Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam. The Your LOCAL with the Triangle Jazz Store will be on site, along agent armed exYwcoeitpuht irtoh neLa Ol CAL with great food prepared and served by with the STREICH MOTORS Inc. eexaxpcgoeseputnrieot na anldr med Chef Anthony of Milwaukee. Please exposure and exmpaorswkueriteti hnagn tdh e visit www.bunnyberiganjazzjubilee.com omf Baerrkkesthinirge omf eBaxerrckkestphinitrgieo nal or find us on Facebook under Bunny Hoaf tBhearwksahyi rHeS Serving you for 100 years Heaxthpaowsayu HrSe and Berigan Jazz Jubilee. For more informa- AGENT ANHGaEthLaAway HS tion on this great jazz event please call AAnGgEeNlaT N AoNltGimEmLieAarrketing Angela No®ltimier Julie Flemming at 920-928-6094. ARnEgAeLlaT ONRo®lt, iAmoBfi ReBrerkshire Text-Call: 773.251.8066 cell Who was Bunny? 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State Street • Fox Lake • (920) 928-2335 BerkshireHathawayHS.com E: [email protected] Serving Dodge, Columbia & Green Lake Counties 18 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide 511 Hill Street, Green Lake GreenLakeRealEstate.com BerkshireHathawayHS.com Fox Lake Fox Lake Firefighters 17th Annual Classic Car Show Flea Market A popular event, one that many people look forward to attend- for the 2018 event. The Aquatic Center is also located on the Now in its eleventh year, the ing every summer, returns when the Fox Lake Firefighters show grounds, with many areas for kids and good music that Fox Lake Flea Market continues 17th Annual Classic Car Show and Swap Meet takes place translates to good times. Saturday, July 28 at Fireman’s Park, 246 East State Street in to grow. It is held Saturday There’s no experience quite like taking home one of our mornings, April-October in Fox Lake. trophies from a great family-oriented atmosphere with great downtown Fox Lake. With Gates open 7 a.m. rain or shine, welcoming all vehicles from prices, great people and great fun. Experienced judges and staff vendors selling everything from all years. This includes cars, trucks, motorcycles and anything with top-notch dedication will be on hand, as it should be. We dollar items to antiques, both else you can drive or trailer through the gate. We have a class are not like most of the other shows. This is a passion. We all for anything you could possibly bring. Back again this year is look forward to welcoming you on Saturday, July 28. local and out-of-town customers look forward to seeing the flea the very successful car corral for a $15 fee—a great way to sell For information regarding the 17th annual car show, contact market flag flying high along your vehicle. Awards include world-class trophies, a free cash Rich Quirk at (920) 319- 2241 or e-mail him at flfd@foxfd. Hwy. 33. New vendors are always drawing for car entrants, a drawing just for the spectators, and com. For information on vendors or swap spots and the car welcome. Vendor space is free. dash plaques to the first 400 vehicles. Good food, car hops, corral, contact Frank Sadler at (920) 210-2653 or e-mail him beer, refreshments and ice cream are also available to keep you at smartgearhead@ yahoo.com (no food vendors, please). On Call Don Taddey, (262) 353-1704, going all day long. T-shirts will also be available for purchase. behalf of the Fox Lake Fire Department and all it’s dedicated for further details. Judging is concourse style with $10 at the gate for judged show people and committee, we look forward to your visit. A diverse assortment of flea vehicles and $5 for show only/non-judged vehicles. Spectators All proceeds generated from this event are used to purchase market treasures is sure to please are free. Only cars 20 years and older will be judged. needed equipment for the Fox Lake Fire Department. This is a everyone and will make your Things really start heating up with a wet and dry burnout com- non-profit organization, and this event is made possible strictly visit to downtown Fox Lake petition starting around 1 p.m. and other surprises in the works by generous sponsors and non-paid volunteers. memorable. The Fox Lake Flea Market is proudly sponsored by American Legion Post 521. Friends of the Lake Outing The Fox Lake Preservation Organization invites special needs adults and chaperones to be their guests at Town Park, Blackhawk Trail, for pontoon boat tours and fishing excur- sions on Fox Lake. Snacks and beverages are provided. After several hours of fishing or touring the lake, the guests return to shore for a cook-out lunch. Held for 26 years, tra- ditionally on the third Saturday in June, the Friends of the Lake Outing has become the popular social event for our friends from ARC of Dodge County and Bethesda Lutheran Home in Fox Lake. It takes many volunteers, pontoon boat captains and “first mates”, cooks, servers and dockside attendants to make the outing a memorable experience for the guests. For further information please call Bob Bergmann at (920) 928-3486.
Jonas Farm Market Fireworks! Sat., July 7th • Fox Lake Apple Orchard Refreshments! Fun! Food! Free N9791 Hwy. 33 Fox Lake, WI 53933 LIVE MUSIC Admission at Clausen Park on the Channel (920)928.3634 Music by MONRO 6:30 p.m. Call Fox Lake Chamber for more info FiRewORks Dusk 920.928.3777 OPEN September thru October Rain Date Sun., July 8th Jerry & Cheryl Jonas
www.FoxLakeChamber.com 19 Holiday Events Riverside Memorial Park Walking Ghost Tour This guided ghost walking tour will be held on Friday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m. This cost is $10.00 per adult. It will be dedicated to speaking with the spirits using EMF sensors, dowsing rods and laser grids. This tour is in conjunction with the Fall “Spooktacular” Fesitival and all proceeds will be donated to help restore the oldest gravestones in the cemetery. For more information and to pre- register, visit Granny Annie’s LLC at 303 W State St., Fox Lake or call (920) 210-1135. Fall “Spooktacular” Festival The 8th Annual Fall “Spooktacular” Festival takes place along downtown State Street (Hwy 33). Festival activities include pumpkin- carving, face painting, children’s costume contest and pet costume contest, brat fry, fire trucks, flea market, candy treats galore. Bring your camera and take photos of your family with our many face painted BOO boards! The chamber also sponsors a scarecrow contest for businesses and non-profit organizations, so the main street will be lined with decorated scarecrows for everyones enjoyment. Many of the downtown businesses will also be spookily decorated for the event. The Fall “Spooktacular” will be held Saturday, October 27 from noon until 3 p.m. Citywide trick or treating will also take place on this day from 4 - 6 p.m., making it a great family day to spend in downtown Fox Lake. The Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce is always looking for vendors, groups and local businesses to display and share their wares, as well as zombies and ghouls to walk the streets! St. Patrick’s Day Annual Parade Fox Lake celebrates its strong Irish heritage once again this year. For over 40 years, the Fox Lake St. Patrick’s Day Parade has delighted old and young alike. Come and celebrate in the small town where everyone is Irish for a day! The parade will be held on Sunday, March 18 at 1:00 p.m. Lineup for the parade begins at 12:00 p.m. on Depot Street. All entries are welcome. A $10 fee will be charged for those floats wishing to participate in the judging for cash prizes. No float is too big or too small! The parade is different each and every year with floats from all over! Bring the whole family and help Fox Lake celebrate. Find the hidden leprechaun in Fox Lake, turn it in after the parade, and win a prize. For more information, please contact Erin Pecunis at (920) 344-9279. Naturally... WAUPUN+WISCONSIN
City of Sculpture In Waupun the history of Clarence A. Shaler comes to life through the story of his art which is displayed around the community. Shaler’s legacy has earned the community recognition as the City of Sculpture.
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20 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide Cemetery Walk Stroll to take place on July 7 in the original Waushara Cemetery, now part of the Riverside Memorial Park located at the North end of Center Street. Participants will be led through the cemetery in small groups. Cost is $4.00 for adults and $1.00 for Children. Everyone is welcome to come and get a real taste of what it was like for these settlers to leave their homes, travel great distances by foot or ox cart and carve out a spot in a new territory. They met Native Americans that they could not talk to at first, and endured years of back-breaking work to create a better place for their families. These settlers have never before been honored at a Cemetery Walk. Typhoid Fever struck Fox Lake in 1894. Anna Bloss, known as Annie by her family, died in 1894 of the fever. She had lived with her family on State Street in Fox Lake. John Miller lived in Fox Lake and went off to battle in the Civil War when he was a little over 30 years old. Come to the Cemetery walk and learn of his unit. Irene Root came to Fox Lake in 1841 with her family, she met F.O. Root and they were married. Come and hear the rest of Irene & F. O.’s story. Each and every ghost has a tale to tell. 4th of July Celebration This celebration is sponsored by the Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce with donations from local businesses and individuals and will be held on Saturday, July 7. A free Concert in the Park kicks off the evening at Riverside Park. MonRo will play from 6:30 p.m. until dusk. Food and refreshments will be served. Bring your family and friends, a lawn chair or a blanket. One of the area’s best fireworks displays begins at dusk. Come by car or boat. The fireworks on the lake pack a double whammy as the fireworks explode in the sky and reflect on the water. Riverside Park and the public boat launch area at Riverside Park offer excellent viewing. The west and north shores of the lake also offer great viewing opportunities. Many people board boats and go out to the “small” lake to watch the show. When the fireworks end, stick around and watch the parade on the lake as all the lighted boats head for home. The alternate rain date for fireworks is Sunday, July 8. 13th Annual December to Remember Fox Lake welcomes you to this celebration, held at the Fox Lake Community Center on Saturday, December 8, sponsored by the Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce. The event starts at noon and is free and open to the public. It includes fun activities such as hairstyling, cookie and cupcake decorating, ornament painting, a coloring contest and other activities. Visit Santa and his Christmas friends, and be sure to bring a camera. Adults can enjoy shopping, raffles, silent auctions, and delicious bake sale items. Lunch will be available for purchase. The parade of lights begins at 5 p.m. Line up is at the corner of Mill and State St. with parade ending at the Fox Lake Com- munity Center. Following the parade, Santa will hand out candy to the children. Enjoy school band performances and local carolers spreading holiday cheer. The City of Fox Lake will provide a free dinner to the community. Bring a non-perishable food item for our food pantry. For more info, visit the Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce for schedule of events, to volunteer, or to submit float entries.
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N10348 Co. Hwy A Fox Lake, WI 53933 Glen & Sheri Hoekstra 1/2Mile N. of Hwy 33 on Hwy A 920-928-2398 between Randolph & Fox Lake or 888-435-6689 See us on www.hoekstras.net
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Fox Lake’s best kept secret is it’s variety of culinary choices. Fox Lake has restaurants specializing in perfectly prepared steaks, exquisite seafood dishes, and the traditional Wisconsin fish fry. Fine dining to casual, Fox Lake offers it all. Enjoy the local favorties including a hearty breakfast, delicious pizza, the ultimate bloody mary, classic old-fashioneds or nostalgic carhopping. Many establishments also offer happy hours and daily specials. This section provides a helpful listing to all of the Fox Lake area’s dining options. Come see us soon, your tastebuds will thank you!
Dining In and Around Fox Lake ◊ Seasonal Hours - Contact Establishment B - Breakfast L - Lunch D - Dinner Meals Served Casual Dining Fine Dining Accepted Reservations Wine/Beer Bar Full House Coffee Bakery/Deli/Sandwich Kids Menu View Water Outdoor Seating Fish Fry
Boat House Pub & Eatery N10575 Chief Kuno Trail, Fox Lake (920) 928-3470 LD ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Mon. 3pm-Close, Tues.-Sun. 11am-Close The Chalet Hwy. 33, 1 mile West of Fox Lake (920) 928-2425 BLD ■ ■ ■ ■ Open Daily 6am-2pm, F 4-8pm, Closed Wed. in Winter Fox Lake Golf Club N10500 Indian Point, Fox Lake (920) 928-2508 LD ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ◊ (May-Sept) M/T/Th/F 4:30-9pm (Dinner Hrs) Hayes Resort W10551 Blackhawk Trail, Fox Lake (920) 928-2616 BLD ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ◊ (May-Oct) M-F 11:30am-Close, Sa -Sun. 8:30am-Close Mullin’s Drive-In 102 Spring St., Fox Lake (920) 928-2040 LD ■ ■ ◊ (Apr-Sept) 10am-10pm Daily Quit ‘n Time 317 W. State St., Fox Lake (920) 928-2808 BLD ■ ■ ■ M-Sa 11am-2am, Su 11am-Midnight Schaumburg Supper Club N11935 Cty. Rd. A, Randolph (920) 928-3348 LD ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ T-Th 4:30-9pm, F-Sa 4:30-10pm, Sun. 11:30am-9pm State Street Pizza 319 W State St., Fox Lake (920) 928-2929 D ■ ■ ■ Open Daily 4pm-Close, Closed Tuesdays The Shores of Fox Lake N10604 Chief Kuno Trail, Fox Lake (920) 928-2576 D ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Sun.-Thurs. 5-9pm, Fri.-Sat. 5-10pm, Closed Wed.
22 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide Dining Open April Thru MULLIN’SMULLIN’S September DRIVE-INDRIVE-IN 1934 Since
Offering Nostalgic Car Hop Service
• Great Selection Of Food • Visit Our Root Beer Garden Featured on Discover Wisconsin show in 2004 We employ 25 high school & college students as car hops and inside staff. 104 Spring Street, Fox Lake, WI • 920-928-2040
Prime Steakhouse on Beautiful Fox Lake
Friday Night Fish Fry hOme COOkiNg Steaks - Seafood Friday Night Fish Fry Pasta 4pm-8pm Year Round FuLL LiQuOr LiCeNse Cottage Rentals OpeN Carry-Outs available daiLy reservations accepted N10604 Chief Kuno Trail 6am-2pm BreakFast & LuNCh Fox Lake (Closed speCiaLs daiLy Wednesdays) 920.928.2576 OutdOOr seatiNg Closed Wednesdays avaiLaBLe Enjoy our historic Fox Lake & FamiLy The Shores “Wall of History” ChaLet restauraNt Pictorial Display hwy 33, 1 miLe west OF FOx Lake theshoresoffoxlake.com (920) 928-2425
www.FoxLakeChamber.com 23 Rest & Relax Fox Lake welcomes you to stay with a variety of accommodations. Whether you prefer a nearby hotel or a resort for your family getaway, Fox Lake has just what you are looking for. They accomodate different stays whether they be daily, weekly or yearly. Choose from spacious year round cottages that will accommodate 2 people, to resorts that will accommodate 20 people. Our assortment of facilities offer whirlpools, fireplaces, motor boats, paddle boats, lake access, boat launches, dining and bar options, air conditioning, cable TV, and much more. Make Fox Lake your next vacation destination!
Accomodations In and Around Fox Lake
The information below was provided by the resort owners. The Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce is not responsible for any changes in accommodations listed. Cottages for Rent for Cottages or Rooms Apartments per Unit Bedrooms Capacity per Unit Facilities Kitchen Bath with Shower Full A/C and Heat Cable TV Hookup Included TV Swimming Fish Cleaning Building Boat Included Boat Launch Winter Access Lake Rental Boat or Pontoon Rental Motor Boat Rental Paddle Rental Winter Dining/Bar Sandwiches/Pizza Allowed Pets
Americinn 325 Seippel Blvd., Beaver Dam 63 5 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ (920) 356-9000 • www.americinnbeaverdam.com Boat House Pub & Eatery N10575 Chief Kuno Trail, Fox Lake 1 2 4 10 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
(920) 928-3470 • www.boathousepubandeatery.com TABLE Cahoon’s Homestead Cottage W10993 Blackhawk Trail, Fox Lake 1 2 8 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ (920) 450-6930 or (920) 450-6915
Cottages By The Shores N10604 Chief Kuno Trail, Fox Lake 7 1-3 1-6 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
(920) 928-2576 • www.theshoresoffoxlake.com TABLE
Glacier Valley Campground N8129 Larson Rd., Cambria 2 1-3 1-8 ■ ■ (920) 348-5488 • www.glaciervalleycampground.com
Hayes Resort W10551 Blackhawk Trail, Fox Lake 17 1 2-7 1-20 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ (920) 928-2616 • www.hayesresort.com Krentz’s Cottages W10577/W10993 Blackhawk Trail, Fox Lake 2 5 2-10 10 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
(920) 928-2558 TABLE
24 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide Accomodations Hayes ResoRt EST. 1976 W10551 Blackhawk Trail, Fox Lake, WI 53933
Cahoon’s Homestead Cottage Great Food Available Year Round Great View W10993 Blackhawk Trail Fox Lake,WI 53933 Year round CottaGes (920) 928-2616 • www.hayesresort.com Brian & Lisa Cahoon Come see why we’ve 920-450-6930 • 920-450-6915 been here 41 years!
Have more FUN in the Valley! Welcome to the end of RV and tent camping ™ Rental cabins the day. Sandybottom pond Disc golf course Volleyball court Mini golf Hiking trails Playground Weekend activities Conveniencestore Day passes available • Newly Renovated • Indoor Pool & Whirlpool • Free High Speed WIFI • Hot AmericInn Perk Breakfast us w from • Whirlpool Suites Follo miles e! on ok! CAMBCAMBRIA,RIA, WI 14 • Exercise Room o x Lak 325 Seippel Blvd., P.O. Box 718 eb Fo • Group Rates Fac 920-348-5488 Beaver Dam, WI 53916 N8129 Larson Road Cambria, WI 53923 Managers Reception (exit from Hwy 151) Mon-Thurs. 920-356-9000 www.glaciervalleycampground.com Complimentary food & drinks www.americinnbeaverdam.com
www.FoxLakeChamber.com 25 Education SAGES as classrooms. Routine off-campus St. John’s Evangelical Education, Active time, Music, Located in Fox Lake, the School experiences include field trips to: Lutheran Church and and Social time. We will be diving for Agricultural and Environmental the community garden, the school School into Bible stories, discovering new forest, Fox Lake, Marsh Haven, skills, and meeting new friends Studies (SAGES) is a 4 year old St John’s Lutheran School provides Mills Creek, and ventures to local while preparing our little ones with Kindergarten through 6th grade a Christ-centered education for businesses. Strong support and fundamental skills necessary for public charter school. It offers an children in 4 year old Kindergarten partnerships with local businesses school. Each SonBEAMS class innovative educational program through 8th grade in a safe, caring and organizations have been integral will include a Bible story, free infused with agricultural and environment. St. John’s teaches in providing our learners with real- play in the gym, exercise time, and environmental science, SAGES children through strong academic world experiences that positively learning time. It is encouraged but has received recognition by the programs using up-to-date and impact our community. not necessary to be able to attend Wisconsin Department of Public innovative methods, technology each class. Drop-ins are welcome! Instruction through a “Significantly With class sizes being no greater than and materials. It provides a low Classes are free and younger siblings Exceeds Expectations” School 20, all students become part of the student-to-teacher ratio. If you have are welcome. If you would like Report card rating and being among intimate SAGES community where any questions or are interested in our more information, please call Donna the recipients for a Wisconsin School our learners have the opportunity school, please contact Principal John Schmitz at 920-928-3296. of Recognition award. to grow academically, socially, and Schlavensky at 920-928-3296. emotionally. Collaboration is done We would also love to have you join Offering a rigorous, standards- A new Early Childhood Education through multi-age classes and buddy us for a church service, Bible class based curriculum that enhances program, called SonBEAMs will be class learning opportunities. or Sunday School! Our church and the 21st century learner, our coming soon. Parents and caregivers school are part of the Wisconsin personalized learning methods To schedule a tour, visit our school are invited to bring their child(ren) Evangelical Lutheran Synod. Please include: questioning, off-school chickens, or for more information ages 2-4 to this free, 6-week event, contact Pastor Nottling at 920-928- grounds learning, and project-based about SAGES and all its offerings, beginning January 31, 2018. Each 3250 or visit our website (www. learning. Our hands-on approach please call 920-928-3136. Also, feel class will be held in the gymnasium stjohnsfoxlake.org) for any questions allows students to learn through free to find us on Facebook or at at St. John’s from 8:30 – 9:45 a.m. about our congregation or church observation and problem solving by www.waupun.k12.wi.us/sages. SonBeams stands for Bible stories, using the area’s natural resources services.
Fox Lake Public Library public computers in the library. There is a link from the desktop screen directly to the newspapers for researchers. There is no cost for this service. Many pages have been digitized with over 1,000 of the Fox Lake Gazette from 1858 to 1865 and over 16,000 pages of The Fox Lake Representative from 1866 to 2014 when the newspaper ended. The Fox Lake Public Library invites the public to stop in and use this new resource. It is wise to call and make an appointment for the use of one of the four public computers. Please call 920-928-3223 for an appointment or for more information. Library Hours of Operation: Mon.-Thur. 10am to 7pm, Fri. 10am to 5pm, Sat. 10am to 2pm.
Fox Lake is proud to have the Fox Lake Public Library located in the heart of the city. The Fox Lake Public Library is home to over 17,000 volumes and is a member of the library system MONARCH. Being a member allows the Fox Lake Public Library to borrow over a million holdings from several area libraries within 24 hours. The Fox Lake Public Library offers computers with high-speed Internet, current DVD’s, and programming for people of all ages. The Fox Lake Public Library now offers two historic newspapers that are no longer in publication digitized on their public computers. The Fox Lake Gazette for the years of 1858 to 1865 and The Fox Lake Representative for the years of 1866 to 2014 are now on newspapers.com and can be researched by individuals. Both newspapers are indexed and newspapers.com will lead one to the exact location in a paper with the option to make a print of just the item needed and send it to the printer within the library. Fox Lake Public Library has three years to have internal use of the Look at past newspapers on newspapers.com newspapers online. This means that anyone can access the newspapers on the
26 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide Fox Lake offers many clubs and Join Us! organizations to get involved with. Sno-Blazers Snowmobile Club American Red Cross The Fox Lake Sno-Blazers Club has been around since 1968. Over 45 miles of trails Blood Drive are groomed and maintained by volunteers from the club. The club’s mission is to Barb Rechek provide groomed trails and fun, safe activities. The club meets once a month from (920) 928-3119 September through April. A schedule of events and meetings, membership informa- tion, and trail conditions can be found on their website at http://foxlakesno-blazers. Boy Scouts/Waupun wix.com/fox-lake-sno-blazers#. Jim Clark (920) 382-6827 Riding the trail system is a privilege, not a right. Please respect the landowners by staying on the marked trails. Maps are available at several area businesses. Always check that trails are open before heading out by phoning the Dodge County Cub Scouts/Waupun Hotline at (920) 386-3705. For more information e-mail [email protected]. Tony Niemeyer (920) 728-2106 American Legion Post 521 and Unit 521 Auxiliary Fox Lake’s American Legion Post 521 is named for Robert W. Ginther, a Navy Air Corps pilot who died while flying his Fourth of July Fireworks plane off an aircraft carrier in the South Pacific. Post 521 currently has 160 members in its 2015 membership and is always Tim Nehls looking for more. The Post spends much effort on supporting area active duty military members as well as local, state and (920) 210-0321 national support for our veterans. The Post is always trying to raise monies to help with this worthy cause. The Post has a bar which is open to the public as well as veterans, and a hall available for use at a nominal charge. This hall is provided Fox Lake free of charge to non-profit groups and returning active duty military personnel. We invite you to come see our in-the- Chamber of Commerce works remodeling projects and to enjoy the fun atmosphere and listen to, or maybe tell, some military stories to people Vicki Matheys, President who have been there also. Please stop by and visit us and our Military Veterans Memorial on State Street here in Fox Lake. (920) 928-3470 Our contact number is (920) 928-2381 for more information. Fox Lake Garden Club Fox Lake Public Library Friends Lori Schultz The Fox Lake Public Library Friends, better known as “Foxy Friends” are an or- (920) 210-5156 ganization that works all year to support and benefit the Fox Lake Public Library. The Foxy Friends do the following activities to assist the library to be one of the Fox Lake Historical Society best little libraries in Dodge County. Scott Frank (920) 296-0254 • Plan and organize the yearly Used Book & Bake Sale which will be held at the Fox Lake Community Center on October 19 & 20. Call 920-928-3223 for Fox Lake Preservation more information. Donated books can be brought to the library all year long. Organization • Sponsor the watercolor/acrylic painting class taught by Earl Ritter Membership in the Friends is very Charles Nelson at the Fox Lake Community Center reasonable and rewarding. For a [email protected] • Sponsor the 10 week crocheting class. The classes begin in September. membership blank at any time of the year, call 920-928-6094. The Friends • Conduct an ongoing candy bar sale at the Library. Girl Scouts/All Levels meet four times a year at the Fox • Sponsor a live performance during the Summer Reading Program. Michelle Niemeyer Lake Public Library and would like to • Bake treats for Library Programs offered during the winter months. (608) 577-2887 remind the public that Library Cards • Conduct a membership drive in the months of September and October. are available year-round. • Purchase books and other materials that the Librarian and Staff have selected. Lions Club Robert Kratz Community Meetings (920) 382-2941
The Fox Lake Chamber of The City of Fox Lake Council The City of Fox Lake RDA monthly St. Patrick’s Day Committee Commerce meetings are held on meetings are held the 1st meetings are held the 2nd Erin Pecunies the 3rd Monday of each month Wednesday of each month and the Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm (920) 344-9279 at one of the chamber member’s committee of the whole meeting is at Fox Lake City Hall, 248 E. State businesses. Please visit the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Street. Call City Hall with any Trenton Highlights www.FoxLakeChamber.com Meetings begin at 6:30pm at questions, (920)928-2280. 4-H Club for the exact location each month. Fox Lake City Hall, 248 E. State St. Sherry Helmer Call City Hall with any questions, Fox Lake Public Library Board (920) 928-2478 The Town of Fox Lake monthly (920)928-2280. meetings are held the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6pm at the board meetings are held the 2nd YMCA of Dodge County Monday of each month, starting at City Council Chambers, located at Elizabeth Kelm 7pm at Fox Lake Town Hall, located 248 E. State St., Fox Lake. (920) 887-8811 at W10543 Cty Rd. FW, Fox Lake. theYdc.org
www.FoxLakeChamber.com 27 2018 Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce
Agnesian Curb Appeal Lawn Care, LLC Glacier Valley Campground Living Hope Community Church Schaumburg Supper Club 703 W State St., Fox Lake 303 Forest St., Fox Lake N8129 Larson Rd., Cambria 740 W State St., Fox Lake N11935 Hwy A, Randolph 920-928-6300 • 920-929-2300 PO Box 339, Fox Lake 920-348-5488 • 614-638-5556 920-928-6610 920-928-3348 • 920-928-3301 [email protected] 920-928-6443 [email protected] [email protected] www.agnesian.com [email protected] www.glaciervalleycampground.com www.livinghopefoxlake.com Shoreline Boat Center 509 Commercial Ave., Green Lake Americinn Lodge and Suites Daily Citizen Granny Annie’s, LLC Mazzolari Electric 920-294-3145 325 Seippel Blvd., Beaver Dam 805 Park Ave., Beaver Dam 303 W State St., Fox Lake 317 Third St., Fox Lake [email protected] 920-356-9000 920-887-0321 920-210-1135 920-296-3677 www.shorelineboatcenter.com [email protected] wiscnews.com/bdc [email protected] [email protected] www.americinnbeaverdam.com Shores of Fox Lake Early Times Antiques Hayes Resort Mullin’s Drive-In N10604 Chief Kuno Trl., Fox Lake Anchor Communities, LLC (Show Dealer Only) W10551 Blackhawk Trl., Fox Lake 102 Spring St., Fox Lake 920-928-2576 209 Forest St., Fox Lake Fox Lake • 920-382-3470 920-928-2616 920-928-2040 • 920-928-3141 [email protected] 920-520-0122 [email protected] [email protected] theshoresoffoxlake.com [email protected] www.hayesresort.com Nehls Realty anchorcommunities.com Family Roots Tree Cutters, LLC 305 W State St., Fox Lake Smedema Trucking Inc. 206 E Cordelia #3, Fox Lake Hoekstra’s Market & 920-210-0321 • 920-928-2548 102 Karavan Dr., Fox Lake Beaver Dam Community 920-928-2497 • 920-948-3108 Greenhouse LLC [email protected] 920-928-6800 Hospitals Inc. [email protected] N10348 Cty. Hwy. A, Fox Lake [email protected] 707 S University Ave., Beaver Dam 920-928-2398 Ness Electric, LLC 920-887-4835 Farmers State Bank [email protected] 380 Enterprise Dr., Markesan State Street Pizza [email protected] 314 W State St., Fox Lake www.hoekstras.net 920-398-2221 319 W State St., Fox Lake www.bdch.com 920-928-3161 www.nesselectric.com 920-928-2929 • 920-251-4140 [email protected] J. Meyer Construction LLC [email protected] Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices www.farmersstatebk.com 308 Second St., Fox Lake On Lake Time www.mystatestreetpizza.com Metro Realty 920-928-2612 211 W State St., Fox Lake 511 Hill St., Green Lake Fish Tales Bait & Liquor LLC 920-296-2612 920-520-0202 • 920-344-5550 Streich Motors Inc. 773-251-8066 • 920-294-3004 246 E State St., Fox Lake [email protected] [email protected] 411 W State St., Fox Lake [email protected] 920-520-0015 [email protected] 920-928-2335 www.berkshirehathawayhs.com [email protected] Jen-Ter Wire and Element [email protected] www.foxlakefishtales.com 115 Industrial Dr., Fox Lake Pepsi Beverages Company BJ Custom Screenprinting 920-928-2022 N8601 Cty. Rd. A, Beaver Dam Terminator Pest Control LLC & Signworks Fox Lake Correctional Institution [email protected] 920-887-3774 W1798 Cemetery Rd., Randolph N9020 Posthuma Rd., Randolph W10237 Lake Emily Road, Fox Lake www.jen-ter.com [email protected] 920-348-6010 920-517-2508 920-928-3151 [email protected] [email protected] Karavan Trailers, Inc. Pine Hill Insurance www.terminatorpc.com Fox Lake Fire Department 100 Karavan Dr., Fox Lake N8468 Pine Rd., Beaver Dam Boat House Pub & Eatery 246 E State Street , Fox Lake 920-928-6200 920-219-9046 Total Business Products N10575 Chief Kuno Tr., Fox Lake 920-928-6115 [email protected] [email protected] 205 DeClark St., Beaver Dam 920-928-3470 [email protected] www.karavantrailers.com [email protected] 920-356-1711 [email protected] [email protected] www.boathousepubandeatery.com Fox Lake Golf Club Kathy’s Kustom Embroidery Quade Real Estate LLC www.totalbusinessproducts.com N10500 Indian Point Rd., Fox Lake 285 Park Dr. Randolph 214 W State St., Fox Lake Bobs Home Renovation LLC 920-928-2508 920-326-3814 920-928-2422 Town of Fox Lake 307 E Crocker St., Fox Lake [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] P.O. Box 124, Fox Lake 920-382-7595 www.foxlakegolfclub.com www.quaderealestate.com 920-928-3573 [email protected] Ken’s TV Sales & Service [email protected] Fox Lake Preservation Organization N11295 Cty. Rd. A, Fox Lake Quit-N-Time wwwtownoffoxlake.org Breaking the Mold P.O. Box 32, Fox Lake 920-928-2462 317 W State St., Fox Lake 307 West State St., Fox Lake 920-928-6648 • 262-893-7689 [email protected] 920-928-2808 Tru Cleaners, LLC 920-318-6051 • 920-928-2406 www.foxlakeflpo.org [email protected] N3836 Savage Rd., Brandon [email protected] Kratz-Smedema Funeral Home 920-210-0747 Fox Lake Sno-Blazers 312 S College Ave., Fox Lake Riverstone Machining, LLC [email protected] Cahoon’s Homestead Cottage Snowmobile Club 920-928-3121 107 Indusrial Dr., Fox Lake W10993 Blackhawk Tr., Fox Lake W9308 Laurel Hill Rd., Fox Lake [email protected] 920-928-3771 Waupun Area School District 920-450-6930 • 920-450-6915 920-296-9091 www.kratzfh.com www.riverstonemachining.com 950 Wilcox St., Waupun [email protected] [email protected] 920-324-9341 foxlakesnoblazers.wix.com/fox-lake- Krentz Cottage Robert W Ginther Post 521 [email protected] Chalet of Fox Lake sno-blazers# W10577 Blackhawk Trl., Fox Lake 220 W State St., Fox Lake www.waupun.k12.wi.us 814 W State St., Fox Lake 920-928-2558 920-928-2381 920-928-2425 • 920-382-2671 Fox Lake Self Storage [email protected] Wisconsin Paralegal Services LLC [email protected] W11202 State Road 33, Randolph [email protected] Salon 311 320 Second St ., Fox Lake 920-319-6527 311 W State St., Fox Lake 920-342-3430 Christopher Brooks DDS [email protected] Kwik Trip 367 920-928-3113 • 920-319-6514 [email protected] 608 W State St., Fox Lake www.foxlakestorage.com W701 State St., Fox Lake [email protected] 920-928-2228 920-928-2070 www.salon311.com YMCA of Dodge County Frebers Fine Jewelry [email protected] 220 Corporate Dr., Beaver Dam City of Fox Lake 1740 N Spring St., Suite B, www.kwiktrip.com Sam’s Automotive 920-887-8811 248 E State St., Fox Lake Beaver Dam 701 Spring St., Fox Lake [email protected] 920-928-6288 • 920-928-2280 920-885-5055 Leroy Meats 920-928-3454 www.theydc.org [email protected] [email protected] State Street, Fox Lake [email protected] www.cityoffoxlake.org www.frebersjewelry.com [email protected] Jolene U’ren Web Page Administrator [email protected] Please patronize our members. To become a member of the Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce please contact us (920) 928-3777 ❘ [email protected] ❘ P.O. Box 94, Fox Lake, WI 53933 28 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide Government and Industry Industry in Fox Lake Fox Lake offers a variety of industry throughout the city and rural areas. City of Fox Lake Fox Lake is a large rural area with agricultural industry. Our rural areas produce 248 East State Street various crops as well as livestock. The City of Fox Lake Fox Lake, WI 53933 offers a 62-acre industrial park on the city’s south side. (920) 928-2280 Full-service lots range from 3 to 5 acres. Currently, the www.cityoffoxlake.org industrial park contains seven companies ranging from trucking to manufacturing, CNC machinery and wire/ elements. The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority can assist industrial or commercial businesses relocating to the Town of Fox Lake Fox Lake area. Financial assistance is available. WI0543 County Road F For more information contact the City Administrator at Fox Lake, WI 53933 (920) 928-6288 or e-mail cityadmin@ cityoffoxlake.org. (920) 928-3573 www.townoffoxlake.org
Churches
Annunciation Catholic Church Living Hope Community Church Fr. John J. Radetski, Pastor Pastor Rod Galindo Care Close to Home 305 West Green St., Fox Lake 740 W. State Street, Fox Lake (920) 928-3513 (920)928-6610 Confession: After Mass on Friday and Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m. Fond du Lac Regional Clinic • Fox Lake Saturday, Communion Prayer Service: Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Tuesday 8:00 a.m., www.livinghopefoxlake.com Friday Mass: 9:00 a.m., • Office visits First Friday Mass: 9:00 a.m., St. John’s Evangelical Saturday Mass: 6:00 p.m., Lutheran Church • Sports physicals Sunday Mass: 8:30 a.m Pastor David Nottling www.visitannunciationparish.com 110 Edgelawn Drive, Fox Lake • Well-checks First Presbyterian Church (920)928-3250 • On-site laboratory 408 Green Street, Fox Lake Sunday Worship: 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (920)928-3445 Sunday School and Bible Class: • X-ray services Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m. In between services Sunday Worship • And more (Memorial Day–Labor Day) Cindy Hankes, APNP, Nurse Practitioner 8:00 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Worship: 7:00 p.m. Communion: 1st & 3rd Sundays Clinic open weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.stjohnsfoxlake.org 703 W. State Street, Fox Lake (920) 928-6300 • agnesian.com
www.FoxLakeChamber.com 29 MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS... • Provide advertising opportunities on Chamber’s website and Fox Lake map. • Inclusion in the Chamber Gift Certificate reimbursement program. • Members listed on website, in the Fox Lake Visitors Guide, and on Facebook • Distribution of your business information through e-mail, phone or pick-up at the Chamber office. • Inclusion in the welcome program. • Networking opportunities at Chamber events. • Chamber staff provides knowledgeable information about area businesses, events, tourism, interest & history. • Chamber clothing (sweatshirts, caps, T-shirts, etc.) available at cost at the Chamber office.
FOR INFORMATION FOx LAke ChAMbeR OF COMMeRCe P.o. box 94, 305 w. State St., fox lake, wi 53933 920-928-3777 photo courtesy of Cheryl Kotek [email protected] • www.foxlakechamber.com Mission Statement The Fox Lake Chamber is a member-based organization dedicated to establishing and maintaining itself as the primary voice and resource to determine and enhance the future growth, economic vitality, direction and success of the greater Fox Lake business organizations.
Fox Lake Redevelopment authority
The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority can assist your industrial or commercial business relocation to Fox Lake. The RDA has financial incentives, land and technical resources available to assist your business with the relocation process. Our industrial park has full-service lots available that range in sizes from 1 to 20 acres. Contact the City Administrator for an application for financial assistance, land availability or additional information. 248 E. State St. • Fox Lake • 920-928-6288 www.cityoffoxlake.org [email protected]
30 Discover Fox Lake | 2018 Visitor’s Guide FOX LAKE GOLF CLUB
■ 18 Hole Scenic Course ■ Available for Outings, Weddings, Parties, Meetings, etc. ■ New Members & Green Fee Players Welcome Serving Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. Evenings Fish Fry, Prime Rib, Fresh Salad Bar & More!
Monday-Friday $ 18 Holes with cart 4-1-18 to 11-1-18 26 FOX LAKE GOLF CLUB Bedbug Heat Treatments, Mosquito Reduction, N10500 Indian Point Rd., Rodent Exclusions And More! Fox Lake 920.928.2508 www.foxlakegolfclub.com
BAIT & LIQUOR, LLC
Large selection of fishing lures and equipment, beer, wine and liquor! 5th • PONTOON & FISHING BOAT RENTALS AnnualWinter • GAS YOUR BOAT FROM OUR PIER Jamboree Fishing • HUNTING & FISHING LICENSES Feb.16, 17 & 18 2018 • FISHING SUPPLIES www.foxlakefishtales.com Open 7 Days a Week • 529 W. State St. • Fox Lake, WI • 920-520-0015
www.FoxLakeChamber.com 31 Specializing in Residential & Waterfront Properties. Servicing Fox Lake & surrounding areas with 40 years of experience. The area LEADER in listings and solds.
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