THE WILD AND SCENIC SAINT CROIX VALLEY MINNESOTA - WISCONSIN • 2019 VISITOR GUIDE saintcroixriver.com DISCOVER YOUR SEASON IN HUDSON, WISCONSIN

Small town with big seasons to enjoy. Hudson has the perfect blend of unique restaurants, wineries, boutiques, Photos: ©Bucklew Photography history and a scenic river that is the Spirit of the St. Croix! Come discover Hudson, Wisconsin today!

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Photo Courtesy of Fred Sobottka St. Croix Valley minnesota Welcome to the St. Croix Valley Afton...... 10-11 Bayport...... 12-13 Celebrating over 50 Years….. Chisago Lakes Area ...... 20-22 1968, marked the passage of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act and the St. Croix National Hastings...... 26-27 Scenic Riverway was among the original rivers designated and the first to be named a Scandia...... 41 National Park. Stillwater...... 36-37 As one of America’s National treasures and a gift from past generations to be preserved Taylors Falls...... 44 for use by future generations visitors to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway will have memories to cherish forever. The waters of the St. Croix River invite visitors to explore the wisconsin backwaters in a canoe in search of bald eagles, river otters, whitetail deer and other wildlife. Baldwin/Woodville...... 22-23 Or, if you choose, see the River from one of the excursion paddle boats, take a ride along the Hudson...... 28-32 river on a vintage train or enjoy a trolley ride through one of the quaint River communities. New Richmond...... 38-39 Nestled in the Valley between Minnesota and Wisconsin you will find quaint historic Osceola...... 42-43 towns to explore featuring one-of-a-kind shops, wineries, microbreweries, artist studios, Polk County...... 46-47 galleries, and great dining. Visitors come throughout the year to experience these charming Prescott ...... 33 communities and take advantage of year-round events and local celebrations. River Falls...... 34-35 Enjoy browsing through this Visitors Guide or please visit our website www.saintcroixriver. Somerset...... 40 com where you will find more information on the Wild and Scenic Saint Croix River Valley St. Croix Falls...... 45 and its communities. What’s inside! The Saint Croix Valley… A Place Like no Other. things to do Arts & Culture...... 18-19 Bicycling in the Valley...... 8 PUBLISHED BY: PRINTED BY: Motorcycling in the Valley. . . . .9 Outdoor Adventures...... 6-7

3025 East Ave S • La Crosse, WI 54601 Calendar of Events...... 14-17 www.LaCrosseGraphics.com St. Croix Valley Parks ...... 5 GRAPHIC DESIGN BY: Evans-Stark Design, © 2019 Saint Croix Valley Regional Tourism Alliance [email protected], www.edsgraphics.com where to go For Information on advertising in this annual St. Croix Valley Map...... 24-25 PHOTOGRAPHY: Cover photo provided by: Fred publication, please contact: Rosemary Mansfield Sobottka Photography, [email protected] at [email protected] St. Croix Valley Visitor Centers . . .4 @Sobottka.Photography www.saintcroixriver.com 3 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Saint Croix Valley Visitors’ Centers National Park Service • Travel counselors on staff • Family restroom, vending & picnic area St. Croix River Visitor Center •Walking trail, playground, pet area 401 North Hamilton St. • Located on bike trail St. Croix Falls, WI • (715) 483-2274 • Parking for trucks, RVs, buses Hours: mid-April - mid-October daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Off season hours: daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Great River Road Visitor & Visitor Center closed: Thanksgiving, Learning Center at Menomonie Travel Wisconsin Christmas and New Year’s Day. Freedom Park Welcome Center 200 Monroe St. • Prescott, WI East and West bound Interstate 94 • Located on I-94 Namekagon River (715) 262-0104 between Hwy 25 in Menomonie and County Rd B www.FreedomParkWI.org or Exit 25 • Menomonie, WI • www.TravelWisconsin.com Visitor Center [email protected] • (800) 283-1862 or (715) 379-8689 Hwy 63, one mile east of Hwy 53 [email protected] in Trego, WI • (715) 635-8346 ex.429 Hours: Spring: February - Memorial Day Hours: Now open on seasonal hours. East Bound: Tues. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hours: Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Sun., Noon - 5 p.m., Closed on Monday Services Available: Day: daily 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Summer: Memorial Day - Labor Day • Tourism information and Guide Books Rest of the year Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. - Sat., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., • Assistance with travel planning Both visitor centers have National Park Sunday, Noon - 5 p.m. • Information on local and state attractions, community Service Rangers available to help you plan Fall: Labor Day - Nov. 30 information, lodging a river trip, direct you to maps, educational Tue. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., • Parking for trucks, buses, RVs materials, and answer questions about the Sun., Noon - 5 p.m., Closed on Monday • Disabled access and clean restrooms St. Croix River and National parks. Winter: Dec. 1 - Jan. 31 Services Available: Closed: Monday - Friday • Trip Planning Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun., Noon - 5 p.m. St. Cr • Ranger presentations Services Available: oix River • Picnic areas, river trails 87 • Gift shop 95 • Gift shop/bookstore • Art Exhibits and Art Bench • Parking for buses and RVs TAYLORS • Walking Trails FALLS ST. CROIX TREGO 65 • Clean Restrooms CHISAGO FALLS • Educational gardens, native plants/gardens LAKES AREA 8 Polk County 8 • Audubon Birding site oix River Information Center LINDSTROM DRESSER • Shaded picnic area St. Cr 35 710 Hwy 35 South 243 (just south of Hwy 8) • Overlooks of Mississippi & St. Croix Rivers M St. Croix Falls, WI • (800) 222-POLK (7655) • Northern gateway to the Wisconsin OSCEOLA www.PolkCountyTourism.com Great River Road 95 [email protected] 97 Hours: May - October Welcome & Heritage SCANDIA COPAS Open 7 days a week 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Center - Prescott, WI M STAR Winter hours: November-April 237 Broad St., Prescott, WI PRAIRIE MARINE-ON- Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., www.PrescottWI.com ST. CROIX Sun. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. (when snowmobile trails [email protected] • (715) 262-3284 are open, and closed when trails are closed) Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 64 NEW SOMERSET RICHMOND Services Available: Services Available: oix River35 64 • Exhibits & historic displays • Prescott Area Chamber of Commerce 96 St. Cr • Brochures, maps & Prescott Area Historical Society STILLWATER OAK PARK • Gift shop/bookstore 36 HEIGHTS • Local history exhibits - Prescott 65 • Trailhead pass information for 50-mile LAKE BAYPORT & Pierce County ELMO 5 Gandy Dancer Bike/Snowmobile Trail • Brochures, maps, information 95 12 • Parking for buses, RVs on lodging & attractions HUDSON 12 94 • Clean restrooms 12 94 94 Lake LAKELAND St. 65 Chisago Lakes Chamber Croix 35 MENOMONIE St. Croix Travel & Information Center F Information Center 30525 Linden St. • Lindstrom MN RIVER AFTON FALLS Westbound rest area 3 miles from I-94 (651) 257-1177 95 Bridge, PO Box 305 • Lakeland, MN 55043 www.ChisagoLakesChamber.com oix River (651) 296-0733 • [email protected] 61 21 Hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. St. Cr F 29 www.ExploreMinnesota.com Services Available: 10 35 Hours: Monday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., • Brochures, maps PRESCOTT 10 Nov. - March: Sunday 12 - 5 p.m. • Information on lodging and attractions 55 35 Services Available: • Resource for information and events • Information on lodging & attractions • Business resources 61 HASTINGS www.saintcroixriver.com 4 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Amazing Parks to Explore… Saint Croix Valley Parks If you are looking to escape city life, or just everyday life, look no further than the Wild River StateState PPark St. Croix River amazing Saint Croix Valley’s parks! 87 95

TAYLORS FALLS ST. CROIX FALLS 65 CHISAGO LAKES AREA MN Interstate Park WI Interstate 8 LINDSTROM 8 Park Wildwood RV DRESSER Park & Campground St. Croix River 35 243 www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/interstate dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/interstate www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/william_obrien dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/willowriver www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/afton dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/kinnickinnic www.co.washington.mn.us/index.aspx?NID=502 www.co.washington.mn.us/index.aspx?NID=505 Wild River State Park Wild River State www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/wild_river Park Minnesota Interstate Park Wisconsin Interstate Park William O’Brien State Park Willow River State Park State Afton Park Kinnikinnic State Reserve Elmo Park Lake Park River Bluffs Croix St. M 18 miles Acres along 298 1330 1803 3000+ 1700 1242 2165 579 OSCEOLA St. Croix Total Campsites 171 63 84 113 750 31 80 73 95 Campsites electrical hook ups 34 22 23 81 55 80 62 Drive in /RV Campsites 94 37 81 80 36 97 SCANDIA Pull-Through Site 2 26 Family Campsites 82 COPAS William STAR O’Brien M PRAIRIE Hike-in Camping Sites 7 2 28 5 State Park Group Camping Sites 9 4 2 4 12 2 4 2 MARINE ON River’s Edge ST. CROIX Campground Equestrian Camping 20 20 & Water Park Hat eld Park Wheelchair Accessible Campsites 1 1 3 3 Canoe Sites 4 1 64 Camper Cabins 6 4 4 SOMERSET NEW Yurts 2 35 RICHMOND Historic Information Site X X X X X X 96 St. Croix Rive64r Special Programs and Events X X X X X X X STILLWATER Willow River Ranger Station/Visitor Center X X X X X X OAK PARK 36 HEIGHTS State Park Handicap Access X X X X X 65 LAKE BAYPORT Park Shelters X X X X X ELMO 5 Picnic Shelters X X X X X X X X 95 12 Lake Elmo Play Structures X X X X Park Reserve HUDSON Picnic Tables X X X X X X X X X 94 Drinking Fountains X X X X X X X X X 12 94 Lake Fire Rings/Grills X X X X X X X X X LAKELAND St. 65 Croix Firewood X X X X X X X X 35 Hiking/Walking Trails (miles) 35 4 9 12 13 20 6.5 20 4 F Wheelchair Accessible Trails (miles) 2.6 .5 1.5 .6 RIVER Paved Bicycle Trails (miles) 2.6 1.5 .9 4 5 1 AFTON FALLS Equestrian Trails (miles) 18 5 8 Afton State Park Cross Country Ski Trails Groomed 30 2.8 12 X X 10.8 95 Kinnickinnic Cross Country Ski Trails (miles) 30 12.5 12 X 18 16.4 5.5 St. Croix21 State Park 61 St. Croix River Winter Walking Trails 6 12.5 2.1 X 6 X 7.5 .6 Blu s F 29 10 35 Snowshoeing Trails (miles) 6 X 12.5 X X 4 2.8 4.5 Regional Rock Climbing X Park PRESCOTT Boat/Canoe Launch X X X X X X 10 55 Swimming Beach X X X X X 35 HASTINGS Fishing X X X X X X X X Geocaching X X X 61 Vehicle Permits Required X X X X X X X X X Showers X X X X X X X h p Restrooms X X X X X X X X X Vault Toilets X X X X X X Primitive Camping shown below is accessible from the river only Dump Station X X X X X X X ho p p www.saintcroixriver.com 5 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Outdoor Adventures Experience the Saint Croix Valley Parks & Nature Centers ~ Favorite spots for Birding, Wildlife Watching, Hiking & Camping

Willow River Falls photo by Jeff Bucklew MINNESOTA Wild River State Park - Center City, MN ~ Located along 18 miles of the beautiful St. Croix River. The park attracts Afton State Park - Afton, MN ~ Grand oaks and delicate people who enjoy camping, hiking, horseback riding, canoeing, prairie flowers grace the rugged, rolling landscape of this park. The interpretive programs, self-guided trails, and cross-country skiing and trails are perfect for hikers, wind your way down deep ravines and rise snowshoeing. Outstanding location for birding, over 200 species. up to the grassy ridgetops and bluffs overlooking the scenic St. Croix Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center - MN & WI River. Birders will enjoy a variety of species—Eastern Bluebird, Eastern Located along the bluffs of the Wild & Scenic St. Croix River, 425 Meadowlark, Bobolink, Henslow’s Sparrows, twenty-nine species of acres of tall grass prairie, oak savannah, flood plain, pine plantation, Warblers have been spotted. wetland and woodland. Birders will find perfect viewing of Fall William O’Brien State Park - Marine on St. Croix, MN raptor migration. The Center has documented 198 bird species on the A great “get away” park only one hour from the Twin Cities. Minnesota Campus. Hiking trails offer quiet exploration of the Park's rolling, wooded hills. Interstate Park - Taylors Falls, MN & St. Croix Falls, WI For anglers, the channels of the St. Croix have northerns, walleye, bass Visitors can climb the cliffs of the St. Croix River Dalles, canoe the and trout. Ideal for canoeing, the river is also a migratory pathway flat-water, or kayakers’ can rush through the rapids. Spring brings a that offers visitors an exciting diversity of sights and sounds. Upland great diversity of wildflowers; in Fall the St. Croix River Valley forest is meadows and woods provide a great environment for wildlife spotting. ablaze in autumn colors of red, gold, and orange.

WISCONSIN Where Willow River State Park - Hudson, WI ~ Multiple Habitats, Family Memories Multiple Seasons. At 2,891 acres, Willow River State Park has a Happen variety of habitats to explore, prairie, forests and panoramic river scenery. Avid birders will glimpse Eastern and Western Meadowlarks, Bobolinks and Sedge Wrens in the prairies; fields and woodlands hold Eastern Bluebirds, Tree Swallows, Scarlet Tanagers and Rose-Breasted A Family Focused, Grosbeaks. For wildlife viewing the park has 13 miles of hiking trails Pet-Friendly Campground. that vary in difficulty. Open: May 1 - November 1 White Kinnickinnic • Tubing Pathway - River Falls, WI ~ Located in downtown • Shaded Campsites River Falls, this park runs • along the west bank of Big RV Accessible the Kinnickinnic River • Frisbee Golf and Lake George Park. A birders delight this area • Heated Swimming Pools offers a surprising variety of Woodland Warblers and Vireos, Baltimore Orioles are abundant, and their nests can be found RESERVATIONS in the trees overhanging the lake. 715-781-8727 Kinnickinnic State Park - River Falls, WI ~ Wildlife watchers or online at: in Kinnickinnic State Park can observe a wide variety of birds appleriverfamilycampground.com and animals in their natural environments. The gorge and delta are designated as a State Natural Area. The valley of the Kinnickinnic River, General Information a cold water trout stream, is a rare sanctuary with majestic white pines 715-247-3600 and sheer limestone cliffs. www.saintcroixriver.com 6 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide See Stillwater from a New Perspective. Scheduled and custom kayak and bicycle tours for individuals or groups.

Freedom Park Visitor & Learning Center - Prescott, WI Located at the northern gateway to Wisconsin’s Great River Road, a National Scenic Byway, the Center overlooks the scenic upper Mississippi River Valley where the St. Croix River enters the mighty Mississippi. Enjoy the educational native plant gardens, and look for raptors, migrating birds and other wildlife at this Audubon Birding site and Watchable Wildlife site. St. Croix Islands State Wildlife Area - Somerset, WI The Apple River and St. Croix River come together in a delta called the St. Croix Islands. These scattered oak and maple tree-covered islands range in size and are easy to access by canoe or kayak from the St. Croix River. This important migratory route serves many species www.myWahooAdventures.com of raptors. Osprey nest here along with Bald Eagles and Great Thursdays – Bridges & Booms Bike Tours Blue Herons. Fridays – Herons & History Kayak Tours Other Days – Schedule Your Own Tour!

To learn more about “Important Bird Areas” (IBA) in the St. Croix Valley visit the St. Croix Valley Bird Club website www.SCVBirdClub.com or visit the club on Facebook.

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WISCONSIN MINNESOTA St. Croix & Polk County, WI - Bike Pedal MN is dedicated to helping everyone get Trails out and enjoy The Bike State. Learn more at Gandy Dancer Trail - St. Croix Falls, WI ~ www.ExploreMinnesota.com/Pedal-MN. This 98-mile recreational crushed limestone trail heads north to Superior, Wisconsin and Washington County, MN - Scenic winds through numerous parks, lovely scenic Bicycle Loops: countryside. State trail pass required. (www. Loop 1 ~ 30 miles of scenic terrain and long PolkCountyTourism.com) steep grades through William O’Brien State Park, Big Marine Park Reserve and Square Wildwood Trail - Woodville/Spring Lake County Park. Valley, WI ~ The Wildwood Trail follows a former railroad right-of-way. The trail runs Loop 2 ~ Square Lake Park and Pine Point between Woodville and Spring Valley and is Park, traverses through farmland and wooded open to snowmobilers in Winter. The trail areas and offers spectacular views of the St. passes among a mostly rural setting through a Croix River. nicely wooded corridor. Loop 3 ~ Starts at Pine Point Park and Red Cedar State Trail - Menomonie, WI includes 17 miles of moderate terrain and ends ~ The Red Cedar State Trail runs for 14.5 in the historic and scenic city of Stillwater, miles between the city of Menomonie and MN. the Dunnville Wildlife Area. The trail travels Loop 4 ~ Lake Elmo Park Reserve, 10 miles among the scenic Red Cedar River valley and of gently rolling hills and flat terrain along remnants of Midwestern prairie, wetlands, a paved shoulder with a portion hugging forests and farms. Bicyclists and cross-country skiers 16 years and older must purchase a the beautiful Lake Elmo shoreline. The park state trail pass. Passes available at Menomonie reserve also offers five miles of paved bikeway depot trailhead. The limestone trail is open around the developed portion of the park plus to hikers, cyclists, cross-country skiers and eight miles of mountain bike trails. snowshoers. Brown’s Creek State Trail ~ Ride your bike Great River Road Trail - Prescott, WI from downtown Stillwater to downtown St. ~ Paul (25 miles) on Brown’s Creek/Gateway Wisconsin’s portion of the Great River Road State Trail. The trailhead is by the old Zephyr (Hwy 35) can lay claim to the most beautiful views along the Mississippi River. The section rail line on the north side of Main Street, in between Prescott and Stockholm contains Stillwater, MN. The trail is great for all skill some of the most challenging hills in the state. levels, it is paved and mostly level, winding (WIGRR.com/Activities/Bicycling/Bicycling- through beautiful countryside. The-State-Trails) (www.gatewaybrownscreektrail.org) Hastings Loop - Hastings, MN Stower 7 Lakes Trail - Amery/Dresser, ~ The spectacular trail crosses Mississippi River WI ~ The trail passes through maple and bluffs and traverses the breathtaking oak forests, wetland, prairies and farmlands, and past many picturesque lakes. A state Vermillion River gorges, Lake Isabel, Lake trail pass is required for biking. (www. Rebecca and ambles along the Mississippi PolkCountyTourism.com) banks in the historic downtown of Hastings.

St. Croix Valley Bike Tour ~ Connects three Rules of the Road: state parks. The trail begins at William O’Brien Stop at red lights & stop signs State Park, north of Stillwater and goes north Ride on the right in a straight line. on State Highway 95 to Interstate Park, then Signal your turns. ride north to Taylors Falls on County Road 71 Be visible to Wild River State Park. www.saintcroixriver.com 8 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Let the Good Times Roll! Motorcycling in the Saint Croix Valley

JUST RIDE… Minnesota's St. Croix Scenic Byway The St. Croix Valley of Minnesota and Wisconsin is a The 124-mile St. Croix Scenic Byway motorcycling haven for those that are looking for winding runs from Point Douglas roads, grand views, friendly communities and incredible (near Hastings) to a point north hospitality. of Sandstone, MN. Prepare to be impressed by the great beauty of the St. A Favorite Ride: Pick your state and wind your way through Croix "Wild and Scenic" River Valley. beautifully sculptured landscape. A favorite motorcycle route Long vistas and rolling landscape in is Minnesota Hwy. 95 following the St. Croix River from the south changes to a more rugged Taylors Falls, WI to Prescott, WI. In Prescott, head south on environment of rock, cliffs and woods as you proceed north. Hwy. 61 along the Mississippi River into Red Wing, MN. For The St. Croix Valley Riders is a group of riders a longer ride, continue on Hwy. 61 south to LaCresent, MN. in the St. Croix Valley which welcomes all motorcyclists to Cross the river into Wisconsin and ride Wisconsin Hwy 35 their events and rides. The St. Croix Valley Riders sponsors (Great River Road), as it hugs the river on the east side. charitable events and any event that will further motorcyclists’ rights. From their Round Barn Rally in June to the Annual Riding through the Valley not only will you find great back Chili Feed in September, the St. Croix Valley Riders host a roads to explore but you will have the opportunity to visit some variety of events throughout the year. For a list of events and of the most beautiful National and State Parks in the Midwest. information on more great rides visit www.SCVR.org.

Wisconsin’s Rustic Roads Need a break from the road? Try one of these motorcycle Wisconsin’s Rustic Roads program friendly eating establishments. preserves scenic, lightly traveled Bayport, MN • Woody’s Bar & Grill country roads for leisurely enjoyment Bay City, WI • Mike’s Bay Town Bar including motorcycle tours of the Diamond Bluff, WI • Nauti Hawg countryside. The routes are numbered Hudson, WI • Dick’s Bar and marked by brown and yellow Marine on St. Croix, MN • Brookside Bar & Grill signs. Rustic roads are bordered by Osceola, WI • PY’s Saloon & Grill • Spirit Moon Bar outstanding natural features, such as Prescott, WI • No Name Saloon & Monkey Bar rugged terrain, native vegetation and wildlife, or wide, open St. Croix Falls, WI • Howlin’ Wolf Creek Bar spaces with breathtaking views throughout the year. Stillwater, MN • The Oasis

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www.saintcroixriver.com 9 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide AFTON | minnesota Afton... a Charming, Nineteenth Century Village anchored on Lake St. Croix

The historic Village of Afton is nestled between wooded river No one can resist a great parade on the 4th of July and Afton’s parade bluffs on the scenic, nationally protected St. Croix River. Those is not to be missed! A tradition for St. Croix Valley residents and that visit call Afton “nostalgic, friendly, charming, and quaint.” visitors, alike. Enjoy great music, food, and music in the park. In the mid-1800s, visitors, were reminded of Robert Burns’ poem “Flow Gently, Sweet Afton,” and hence came its name. A Summertime Tradition Selma’s Ice Cream Parlour is small- Explore Main Street Treasures town, step- back- in- time, old-fashion Afton’s Historic Main Street (St. Croix Trail) features several ice cream shop. Minnesota’s oldest ice unique shops offering clothing, repurposed antiques, works cream shop, Selma’s has been dishing from local artists, spas/salons, jewelry, hand-made gift items out ice cream and other wonderful and more. A visit to Afton would not be complete without a stop treats since the early 1900s. Ice cream at the lovely 19th century Afton House Inn, offering upscale is only the beginning, at Selma’s. Enjoy dining and gracious accommodations featuring rooms with a fresh cup of coffee or espresso, or fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs—perfect for a romantic weekend satisfy your sweet tooth by browsing get-away. through the large selection of fine candies. Explore the River Get in Touch with Nature Afton is home to two of the largest marinas in the Valley. Enjoy Afton’s location on the widest expanse of the St. Croix River, a cruise on the beautiful St. Croix River with Afton-Hudson Lake St. Croix, and its proximity to Afton State Park, Belwin Cruise Lines. Pleasure boaters will find Windmill Marina, Nature Center and Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center ready to cater to any of their needs. The Marina features a offers visitors and nature lovers the opportunity to see a variety complete service department, ship’s store, launch ramp and gas of wildlife, excellent birding, and great hiking. dock with pump out facilities, ice, bait and more.

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EVENTS Afton Apple Corn Maze June 22-23 - Strawberry Festival Afton Hudson Cruise Lines Ultimate Girls Night Out – 3rd The Old School House Art Studio Thursday, May - October Swirl Wine Bar July – 4th of July Parade Lumberyard Pub Sept. 21-22 – Afton Art in the Park Baglio’s of Afton October 26 – Trick or Treat Trail Perfectly Pink Dec. 6-7 – Holiday in the Village Bisou Bisou Salon

ATTRACTIONS THE GREAT OUTDOORS Historic Afton House Inn Afton State Park Squire House Gardens Belwin Nature Center Civil War Cemetery Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center City Docks on Lake St. Croix St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park Current Restaurant Steamboat Park Afton Historical Society & Museum Afton Alps - Afton-Lakeland Bike Trail ski/snowboarding/snow tubing www.saintcroixriver.com 10 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Historic Setting Paired with Modern Cuisine 3291 St. Croix Trail • Afton, MN • 651.436.8883 Visit the Historic River Town of Afton, MN

AftonHouseInn.com Treat yourself to an evening or weekend away with fabulous dining in a relaxed atmosphere. BANQUETS • WEDDINGS • CORPORATE RETREATS St. Croix River Cruises 3 Charter Boats to fit your Shopping • Dining • Lodging • Boating events up to 315 Passengers Public & Private Cruises • Orchards Public and Private Vintage • Golf & Ski • Biking Cruises for all occasions. May – Through October Afton Strawberry Festival & Artesian Market Sunday Brunch Cruises Boarding in Hudson, WI. June 22 - 23 • AftonArtFair.com 651-436-8883 4th of July Parade •12 noon on July 4th StCroixRiverCruises.com Afton Art in the Park • September 21 - 22 • AftonArtFair.com Afton Trick or Treat Trail • October 26 Afton Village Holiday •Dec. 6-7 • AftonHoliday.com Ultimate Girls Night Out • Third Thursdays from 5-8 p.m. www.ExploreAfton.com

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www.saintcroixriver.com 11 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide BAYPORT | minnesota scenic river valley Bayport offers small town hospitality

Welcome dock at the area marinas. Lakeside Park, located on the shores of Located on the St. Croix River, between the cities of Afton and the St. Croix River, is also a valued community asset and the perfect Stillwater, Bayport is known for its scenic charm and warm, destination to take a swim, have a picnic, or take a leisurely stroll small town hospitality. Whether you are a nature lover, recreation along the river’s shore. enthusiast, or a foodie in search of a great new place to eat, Bayport provides visitors with a variety of ways to enjoy the river valley! Dining and Hospitality Bayport offers a variety of unique, independent restaurant and Natural Beauty dining options, which definitely enhance the character and charm At the south end of the city, photographers and birders come to of this historic town. Fresh fish and seafood, handmade baked enjoy the St. Croix Savanna Scientific and Natural Area (SNA). goods, made from scratch American comfort food, and farm to table This area is considered to be the best hill prairie and oak savanna inspired wood-fired cuisine are just a few of the selections that aim along the Lower St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. In addition to to please. Visitors will find that the restaurants are easy to access off stunning views of the river valley that span this 148 acres of open of the St. Croix Scenic Byway (Highway 95) and offer ample, free space, the SNA offers high bird diversity, with 115 bird species parking. sighted and several varieties of native vegetation. Hiking trails can also be found throughout the SNA. Visit Often Full of interesting places and friendly faces, easy to get to and hard Waterfront Amenities to forget, Bayport is a place where everyone feels welcome. Be sure Visitors looking to explore the St. Croix River Valley by water will to explore all that the St. Croix River Valley has to offer, including be pleased to know that Bayport offers multiple boat launches, boat the unforgettable experiences you will discover in Bayport! rental, transient boat slips, waterside dining, and a full-service gas

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EVENTS ATTRACTIONS May 31 – City Garage Sale Outdoor ice skating rinks at Perro Park June – October – Farmers’ Market Swimming beach at Lakeside Park September 21 – Derby Days Hiking trails at Barker’s Alps Park December 4 – Lighting of the Green Boat launch to St. Croix River St. Croix Savanna Scientific & Natural Area (SNA) www.saintcroixriver.com 12 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Bayport Marina Association The Marina That Thinks It’s a Resort!

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FEBRUARY www.DowntownHastingsMN.com/Cruise- Gammelgården Museum Open for 1 - 3 • Hudson, WI • Hot Air Affair In-Car-Shows.html (651) 437-4400 River Falls, WI • June - October Farmers’ Market Features a variety of tours Fri., Sat. & Sun., 1 & 2:30 pm. www. Wonderful family friendly events. Stillwater, MN • June - September locally produced fresh vegetables, annual/ GammelgardenMuseum.org (651) 433-5053 Evening parade, hot air balloon launches Cruisin' on the Croix - Hot Rod & perennial bedding plants, fresh flowers, and moon glow, geocaching, shopping, Vintage Car Show - Stroll through rows fruit, cheese, canned/baked goods, herbs FLEA MARKET smoosh boarding, arts and crafts, and of vintage and hot rod collectable cars, honey, maple syrup and more. Tuesday’s, New Richmond, WI • May – Oct. great food www.HudsonHotAirAffair.com grab a bite to eat, and enjoy live outdoor 3 – 6pm and Saturday’s, 8am – 12pm Farmstead Flea Market - One of the (715) 386-8411 music. www.DiscoverStillwater.com at Dick’s Market, 1121 S. Main Street. finest flea markets around! You will enjoy 3 - 4 • Balsam Lake, WI • Winterfest Fun River Falls, WI • July 14 & September Vendors are all within 35 miles of River searching through the 90+ year old dairy winter activities, food, 4x4 ice drag races, 15 Car Cruze Classic cars, rat rods, Falls. Like us on: www.facebook.com/River- barn (part of the original farmstead) to ice bowling, minnow races, kids games, motorcycles and show vehicles on historic Falls-Farmers-Market-104782026231449 hunt for treasurers you only dreamed pond hockey, polar plunge, and much Main Street. www.RFChamber.com Scandia, MN • June – September. about. www.NRHeritageCenter.org more! (800) 222-POLK Farmers' Market at Gammelgården www.PolkCountyTourism.com JANUARY TRAIN RIDES Museum. Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 pm. 6 -10 • North Branch – Winter Fest Osceola, WI • Late September - Mid- www.ScandiaFarmersMarket.com 17 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night A community event unique to North October Fall Colors Ride - Step back in (651) 271-4734 Out. http://exploreafton.com/ Branch. From snowmobiles to ice time and enjoy the beauty of the St. Croix Stillwater, MN • June - October. 18 • Afton, MN • Afton House Inn, sculptures and hot cocoa, there is Valley during the beauty of the Fall color. Farmers’ Market at 3rd & Pine. Start French Wine Dinner – 6:30-9pm something for everyone. For more www.osceolawisconsin.com/osceola-train/ your day shopping, socializing, and www.aftonhouseinn.com 651-436-8883 information call: (651)674-4077 enjoying a fresh cup of coffee and mouth- 19 • River Falls, WI – Community Barn 7 - 9 • Luck, WI • Winter Carnival FARMERS' MARKETS watering pastry. Dance – River Falls Academy, 7:00 www.polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK. Chisago City, MN • May – October www.facebook.com/Stillwater-Minnesota- pm – 10:00 pm. Featuring: Greenwood Farmer’s Market at Moberg Park. A Farmers-Market-104646769583889 8 • Afton, MN • Afton House Inn Tree. Open to anyone, any age, or ability. variety of fresh products from local Sweetheart Wine Dinner. 6:30- 9:00pm Professional callers teach each dance class growers, producers, and artisans CONCERTS https://aftonhouseinn.com/ 651-436-8883 before group dances www.riverfallscab.org/ www.ChisagoCityFarmersMarket.com Hastings, MN • Early Fall. Rotary 9 • St. Croix Falls, WI • Interstate Park – (651) 257-4162 Pavilion Outdoor Concert at Levee Park 19 • Stillwater, MN • Ice Cream Social Candlelight Ski and Bonfire at Lowell Park - celebrate St. Croix Falls, WI • Mid-May – October, www.hastingsmnrotary.com www.co.polk.wi.us/tourism 800-222-POLK. Minnesota Winter Noon - 4pm Saturdays- 10am -1pm Library Plaza, Hudson, WI • June - August Free www.discoverstillwater.com 11-17 • Afton, MN • Afton House Inn 230 S. Washington Street Concerts in Lakefront Park at Valentine’s Week Specials. 24 • Lindstrom, MN • Downtown Diva Afton, MN • June - September Farmer’s Band Shell. Thursdays -7 pm. www. www.aftonhouseinn.com/ 651- 436-8883 Night – Stop and shop Chisago Lakes Market Every Thursday DiscoverHudsonWI.com (715) 386-8411 boutiques, art galleries, home décor and 14 • Stillwater, MN • Paint the Town [email protected] Lindstrom, MN • June - August other great foodies followed with Bingo Red for Valentine’s Day – Red hot Harmony in the Park New Richmond, WI • June – October. at Lions Park Band for fantastic prizes at WineHaven Winery. shopping and dining deals, FREE horse- Farmer Markets, New Richmond Shell. Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. Visit Lindstrom Downtown Divas on drawn carriage rides, 4pm-7pm. Heritage Center – Saturday mornings. www.CityOfLindstrom.us/Parks-Harmony.htm Facebook or www.chisagolakeschamber.com www.discoverstillwater.com/ (651) 257-0620 www.nrheritagecenter.org/ 651-257-9855, 651-257-1177. 15 – 17 • St. Croix Falls, WI • Franklin River Falls, WI • June August Music Bayport, MN • Mid-June - October - 24 - 27 • Chisago Lakes, MN – Celebrate Square Black Box Theatre – Ole & Lena: in the Park Farmers’ Market Located on Hwy 95 & - Beautiful Veteran’s Park Chisago Lakes - Winter Blast - Enjoy the Ole Runs for Office –Family friendly 3rd Ave N. Village Green in downtown band shell. Features a diverse range of sled dog races, shopping and food events, comedy with the Midwest’s favorite Bayport. Meet your neighbors and friends wonderful live entertainment for all ages. ice fishing, snowshoeing and more fun for couple. http://www.festivaltheatre.org/ Fridays & Saturday evenings. while shopping for healthy fresh and local the whole family. 16 • New Richmond, WI • Cabin Fever www.RiverFallsCAB.org/Music produce. www.chisagolakeschamber.com (651) 257-1177 Classic - 9-hole putt-putt course through www.BayportCommunityActionLeague.com/ River Falls, WI • June - August. Chill 26 • Frederic, WI •Winter Fun Day 9 of the area’s favorite pubs. All participants farmer-s-market.html on the Hill - UWRF Summer Concert www.polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK will play the 9-hole course, enjoy some Lindstrom, MN • July 11 - October Series at Melvin Wall Amphitheatre. Free drinks, and meet new friends. www. 26 • Balsam Lake, WI – Balsam Lake 27. Farmers' Market at St. Bridget's of outdoor concerts series at the Melvin Wall NewRichmondChamber.com (715) 246-2900 Amphitheater, Tuesday’s 7pm, features Fishing Contest – 8am – 3pm – Sweden Catholic Church parking lot in 16 • River Falls, WI • Community regional artists. Grilled food, beverages www.polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK downtown (12 miles East of I-35 North, Barn Dance - 7-10 pm at River Falls and ice cream available for purchase or exit 132) on Hwy 8. Open: Wed. 3-6pm 26 • Scandia, MN • “Vinterfest” 7am – Academy. Featuring Rush River bring your own picnic. No Alcohol. Rain & Saturday 8am-12pm. Fruit, Veggies, Midnight, Fireworks at 7pm. Ramblers. Open to anyone, any age, or sites: UWRF University Center or Abbott baked goods, flowers, plants, honey and www.ci.scandia.mn.us (651) 433-2274 ability. Professional callers teach each Concert Hall www.UWRF.edu more. www.localharvest.org/lindstrom- dance class before group dances www. farmers-market-M6331 (651) 257-4414 RiverFallsCAB.org www.saintcroixriver.com 14 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide 16 • Clam Falls, WI • Winter Carnival/Ice 21 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night 27 • River Falls, WI • River Falls Spring 19 • Hastings, MN • Apple Fishing contest Out www.ExploreAfton.com Arts Gala – This event, at theRiver Falls Blossom Race - Carpenter St. www.polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK. Golf Club Croix Valley Nature Center 29 • St. Croix Falls, WI • Alliance Church , showcases the work of local . www. artists and serves as a primary fundraiser CarpenterNatureCenter.org (651) 437-4359 21 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night of the Valley - Colleen Ray – A tribute to for the Community Arts Base. Attendees Out www.ExploreAfton.com Patsy Cline – 7:30pm www.festivaltheatre.org 27 • Bayport, MN • Memorial Day will dance to live music, enjoy elegant Parade www.ci.Bayport.MN.us 23 • Amery, WI • Lions Club Ice Fishing 30-31 • Amery, WI • Maplefest at hors d’oeuvres with a cash bar, a raffle and Contest – Bear Trap Lake Glenna Farms silent auction. www.riverfallscab.org. 31 • Bayport, MN • Citywide Garage www.co.polk.wi.us/tourism www.PolkCountyTourism.com Sale www.ci.bayport.mn.us (651) 275-4404 27 • Scandia, MN • Gammelgarden 800-222-POLK 24 - 25 • Hastings, MN • Masters of the Museum – Opens for the season. Sky Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature gammelgardenmuseum.org/events/ JUNE APRIL Center 11:00, 1:00 & 3:00 651-433-5053. Somerset, WI • Pea Soup Days www.CarpenterNatureCenter.org Somerset, WI • Community Easter Egg www.somersetchamber.org (715) 247-3366 (651) 437-4359 Hunt – Great family event. MAY 1 • Hudson, WI • Octagon House www.somsetchamber.org 1 • New Richmond, WI • Professional Museum Master Gardner Plant Sale. MARCH Afton, MN • Afton House Inn Easter and Business Woman of the Year 9:00am – 1:00pm Hudson, WI • Spring Showcase Buffet9am – 5pm Luncheon www.newrichmondchamber.com www.StCroixCountyHistory.org Business Expo www.aftonhouseinn.com 651-436-8883 (715) 246-2900 6 - 8 • Baldwin, WI • June Bug Days River Falls, WI • Fly Fishing Festival - 5 • River Falls, WI • Relay for Life of 2 • Hudson, WI • Octagon House - Annual community celebration. Hosted by River Falls Fly Fishing Festival Pierce County – River Falls High School, Museum - Open weekends, May – Oct. Parade, live music, family activities, and and Lund's Fly Shop. Proceeds benefit 818 Cemetery Rd. Begins at 5:00 PM. & Dec., hours 11am-4pm, tours start on great food. the Kinnickinnic River Land Trust to www.relayforlife.org/riverfalls. the hour. www.StCroixCountyHistory.org www.Baldwin-WoodvilleChamber.org conserve and protect the Kinnickinnic 6 • St. Croix Falls, WI • Alliance Church 3 - 5 • Chisago Lakes, MN & Polk 7 - 8 • Hudson, WI • Relay for Life www. River. Pre-event social gathering includes of the Valley – Festival Theatre music County, WI • Earth Arts Spring Tour DiscoverHudsonWI.com (715) 386-8411 food and beverage, local artists, fly tying event , Layne Yost – musical storytelling - Open house style weekend hosted by demos from some great local tiers. Raffle 7-8 • New Richmond, WI • Park Art event tribute to John Denver. local potters. Over 50 guest potters from and silent auction. www.LundsFlyShop.com Fair at Mary Park. FREE event. Festive www.festivaltheatre.org/ around the county, selling their wares and weekend at scenic Mary Park. Artists and 2-3 & 9-10 • River Falls, WI • Vintage sharing stories and hospitality. 6-7 • Amery, WI • Annual Spring crafts people display and sell their wares. Charm Tour - New eclectic Spring www.earthartswi.org Show – Amery Ice Arena www. Food and entertainment are ongoing. shopping tour! Attendees receive FREE wwwminnesotapotters.com polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK. www.newrichmondchamber.com charm from each participating shop when 3-5 • Stillwater, MN • St. Croix Valley 7 • Luck, WI • Smelt Feed (715) 246-2900. present tour map. Like us on Facebook to Art Opener Studio Tour – See where art learn more. www.co.polk.wi.us/tourism 800-222-POLK 7 -8 • Osceola, WI • Rhubarb Days – happens. 321 Main St. Sat.-Sun.10am – FREE family event in Mill Pond Park. 2-3 • Lindstrom, MN • Chisago Lakes 12 - 14 • River Falls, WI • Roots and 5pm https://artopener.com/ www.myosceolachamber.org 800-222-POLK Home & Business Expo Bluegrass Music Festival – 50 + hours . 4 • River Falls, WI • Wings of Spring www.chisagolakeschamber.com of Foot stompin’ Bluegrass, Cajun, and 9 • Hudson, WI • Yellowstone Trail Bird Festival – The St. Croix Valley Roots music. FREE Music Weekend at Heritage Day www.DiscoverHudsonWI. 5 • River Falls, WI • Bowls of Hope Bird Club recognizes International multiple indoor venues in downtown com (715) 386-8411 – Fundraising event featuring glass/ River Falls. Sample craft beers and local Migratory Bird Day at the 8th Annual 9 • River Falls, WI • Town ‘N Country ceramic/pottery bowls created by area wines at the Annual Beer & Wine Tasting. Wings of Spring Bird Festival. Activities artists. Held in the Riverview Ballroom www.RiverFallsBluegrass.com, include – an early bird hike at 8:30am, Day - A community festival, celebrating at UW-River Falls, 5-7pm. www.RFChamber.com (715) 425-2533 live bird banding demos by Carpenter the agricultural heritage of River Falls. www.UWRF.edu/BowlsForHope Nature Center ,family activities and a live Fun family event with a FREE pancake 14 • River Falls, WI • Community Barn 14 • Stillwater, MN • LADIES NIGHT raptor presentation. Music provided by breakfast, live music, heritage tractor Dance. 7-10 pm at River Falls Academy. Fendrick & Peck. FREE event at River display, petting zoo, kiddie tractor pull OUT • Main Street Shopping specials, Featuring Barn Cats. Open to anyone, Falls City Hall. 10:00am – 1:00pm. appetizers, fashion tips, Thurs. 5pm – and kids street dance. 11am-1pm. any age, or ability. Professional callers www.SCVBirdClub.com www.rfchamber.com (715) 425-2533. 8:30pm www.mainstreetstillwateriba.com/ teach each dance class before group 5 • St. Croix Falls, WI • Wooly Mammoth 14-16 • Clayton, WI • Clayton Cheese 16 • River Falls, WI • Community Barn dances www.RiverFallsCAB.org Mountain Bike Race https://www.co.polk. Days – www.polkcountytourism.com Dance – River Falls Academy, 7:00 pm 18 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night wi.us/tourism www.woolybikeclub.com Wooly Buggers 800-222-POLK www.townofclayton.net –10:00 pm. Featuring: . Out www.ExploreAfton.com Open to anyone, any age, or ability. 13 • New Richmond, WI – Spring 15-30 • St. Croix Falls, WI - Franklin Professional callers teach each dance class 20 • Bayport, MN • Easter Egg Hunt – Sparkler Golf Outing - www. Square Black Box Theatre - The before group dances www.riverfallscab.org Barker’s Alps Park www.ci.bayport.mn.us/ NewRichmondChamber.com (715) 246-2900 Marvelous Wonderettes – Charming 16 • Amery, WI • Northern Center for 21 · Afton, MN · Afton Cruise Lines – 16 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night musical following the 50’s & 60’s prom quartet. www.festivaltheatre.org/ the Arts Concert Series – “Somethin’ for Easter Sunday Brunch – 12pm – 2pm. Out. www.ExploreAfton.com www.saintcroixrivercruises.com 20 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night the Green” St. Patrick’s Concert 15- 18 • Woodville, WI • Syttende Mai www.co.polk.wi.us/tourism 800-222-POLK 651-436-6883. Out www.ExploreAfton.com Celebration Woodville’s Norwegian 17 • River Falls, WI • St. Patrick’s Day 27 • Hastings, MN • Carpenter St. Croix ancestry is festively commemorated every 22 • Scandia, MN • Midsommer Dag Valley Nature Center Bird Festival Celebration – The celebration kicks off www. spring around May 17th on Syttende Mai, Festival www.GammelgardenMuseum.org with the Pot O’ Gold Medallion Hunt. CarpenterNatureCenter.org (651) 437-4359 Norway's Independence Day. (651) 433-5053 Indulge in the Potato Soup Cook-off with www.Baldwin-WoodvilleChamber.org 22 - 23 • Afton, MN • Strawberry sampling at area businesses. Sponsored Festival & Marketplace - 60+ Artists, by the River Falls Chamber of commerce Vintage items, Business Expo & Food & Tourism Bureau. www.RFChamber.com www.exploreafton.com (715) 425-2533 www.saintcroixriver.com 15 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide JULY 19 - 21 • Hastings, MN • Rivertown 15 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night 7 – 8 • Hastings, MN • Civil War Days -A city wide summer festival that’s Out www.ExploreAfton.com Weekend at the LeDuc Estate 4 - 7 • Hudson, WI • Booster Days – www.dakotahistory.org/leduc-historic-estate fun for the whole family! Levee Park, set 15 - 18 • Chisago City, MN • Ki Chi FREE family event. Parade, carnival alongside the mighty Mississippi River, is (651) 438-8480 Saga Days – Enjoy crafters, food and rides, fireworks fishing contest, multiple jam packed with delicious food, carnival events at Moberg park and throughout 7 • Scandia, MN • Gammelgården bands nightly at Lake Front Park. www. rides, a music stage, kid’s entertainment the communities of Chisago Lakes Area. Museum - The Running of the hudsonboosters.org and Saturday night fireworks. www.chisagolakeschamber.com Meatballs at Scandia TACO DAZE www.hastingsmn.org (651)437-6775 4 • Afton, MN • 4th of July Celebration www.ci.Chisago.MN.us (651) 257-5464 www.GammelgardenMuseum.org & Parade. www.ExploreAfton.com 19-21 • Stillwater, MN • Lumberjack (651) 433-5053 16 - 18 • Hudson, WI • North Hudson Days – Lowell Park is the place to be for 5 – 7 • Balsam Lake, WI • Freedom Pepper Fest - The Little Village 13 - 14 • Shafer, MN • Shafer Days Stillwater’s Summer Festival and family Fest – Arts & Crafts , Boat Parade, Great Celebration with a Big Italian Flavor. – Enjoy the Old Bank Robbery re- http://lumberjackdays.com/ family event. www.balsamlakecc.com fun! www.PepperFest.org (715) 386-0797 enactment, music, crafts and family www.polkcountytourism.com 19 - 21 • Taylors Falls, MN • Wannigan activities. www.ShaferMN.com 17 • Scandia, MN • Spelmansstamma – Days (651) 257-4726 10-14 • Lindstrom, MN • Karl Oskar – Celebrate family fun with Fiddle Fest www.gammelgardenmuseum. Days – Celebrate the Community great food, music and activities. www. org (651) 433-5053 14 - 15 • River Falls, WI • River Falls made famous in Vilhelm Moberg’s fallschamber.org (651) 465-5133, www. Bacon Bash - Celebrate all things 17 • River Falls, WI • Kinni River Trout book ‘The Emigrants’, which feature polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK. bacon! Free family-friendly event with Trot - Fundraiser 5K race and kids Fun Swedish characters Karl Oskar and 20 • River Falls, WI • River Falls Cruisin bacon-inspired food booths, cook-offs & Run. - Family-friendly community event Kristina Nilsson. A festival with great for a Cause pig-themed contests, live music, arts & - Motorcycle enthusiasts with proceeds benefiting Our Neighbors’ entertainment, music, food, family crafts fair, local microbrews & more! www. cruise through Wisconsin’s scenic Place and their mission to provide local activities. www.chisagolakeschamber. RiverFallsBaconBash.com (715) 425-2533 countryside and experience local venues. families experiencing homelessness with com (651) 257-1177 www.cityoflindstrom.us [email protected] (651)257-0805 support, shelter and housing services. 15 • River Falls, WI • Car Cruze In - 21 • Hudson, WI • Civil War www.OurNeighborsPlace.org Classic cars, rat rods, motorcycles & other 11 • Lindstrom, MN • Downtown Encampment & Ice Cream Social 25 • Hudson, WI • Carpenter St. Croix show vehicles cruise historic Main Street. Diva Night – Stop and shop Lindstrom Fundraiser - Octagon House Museum, www.RFChamber.com (715) 425-2533 Valley Nature Center – Art Festival boutiques, art galleries, home décor’, and 11am – 4:00pm. Tours start on the hour. www.carpenternaturecenter.org 15 • Almelund, MN • Apple Festival – other great goodies followed with Bingo www.StCroixCountyHistory.org for fantastic prizes. (651) 437-4359 Enjoy a wonderful day of all things Apple! www.chisagolakeschamber.com (651) 23 • Hastings, MN • Carpenter St. Croix Plus quilt displays, vintage log cabins, 257-0620 Valley Nature Center – Golf Scramble. SEPTEMBER great food. www.AmadorTownship.com Fundraising golf event benefitting (651) 583-2883 11 - 14 • New Richmond, WI • Fun Fest River Falls, WI • Western Wisconsin Carpenter Nature Center. www. Pottery Tour - Find one-of-a-kind pieces, 19 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night Carnival - Entertainment, food stands, carpenternaturecenter.org (651) 437-4359 beer tent, kiddie and Grande parade. meet local artists and get an inside look at Out www.ExploreAfton.com 25 - 28 • St. Croix Falls, WI • Polk the workings of a studio. www.NewRichmondChamber.com 20 • Bayport, MN • Derby Day & Taste County Fair www.polkcountyfair.com www.westernwisconsinpotterytour.com (715) 246-2900 of Bayport www.ci.Bayport.MN.us 26 - 28 • Center City, MN • Center City St. Croix River Valley •Take Me to The 11-14 • Centuria, WI • Memory Days – 21 - 22 • Afton, MN • Afton Art in The Days – Dance along to great music, enjoy River • One River, Two States, Fourteen www.centuria-wi.org 800-222-POLK Park - 100+ vendors, live music, great Grandpa’s Triathlon and other great Events, Seven River Towns, Amazing Fine 12 - 14 • River Falls, WI • River Falls food, wine & beer garden and kids art family activities. www.CenterCityMN.us Arts & Crafts. www.discoverhudsonwi.com Days pavilion www.exploreafton.com - Community event for the family. (651) 257-5284 (715)386-8411 Friday evening parade, 10K/2mi./kids 22 • River Falls, WI • Autumn Trek Ride 26 - 28 • Hastings, MN • Antique Power 1-2 • Balsam Lake, WI • Corn on the run, live, music, outdoor dancing, beer - Experience four scenic country routes Show at Little Log House – Re-live Curb Days – www.polkcountytourism.com tent, food & fireworks. Sponsored by the from moderate to the ultimate challenge childhood memories or create new 800-222-POLK River Falls Chamber of Commerce & for biking enthusiasts of all ages. memories while you visit our restored Tourism Bureau. www.RFChamber.com 6 - 8 • Osceola, WI • Wheels & Wings www.rivervalleytrails.org (715) 425-2533 Pioneer Village and Antique Show. www. -FREE admission - Just as the leaves start LittleLogHouseShow.com (651) 437-2693 turning colors, Osceola proudly presents 22 • St. Croix Falls, WI • River Road 13-28 • St. Croix Falls, WI –Franklin Ramble – Enjoy the ride from St. Croix Square Black Box Theatre Fools by 28 • Chisago City, MN • Chisago one of the premier automotive & aircraft – Falls to Cushing, WI Lakes Triathlon - 16th Annual Chisago gatherings in the Midwest. Neil Simon – A raucous comedy. www.polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK www.festivaltheatre.org/ Lakes Triathlon at Paradise Park, 11031 www.WheelsWings.com Stinson Ave., Chisago City, MN. www. www.PolkCountyTourism.com 800-222-POLK 22 • Hastings, MN • Raptor Release 14 • River Falls, WI • Car Cruze - Classic chisagolakeschamber.com (651) 257-0620 7 • River Falls, WI • Art on the Kinni - Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature cars, rat rods, motorcycles, & show - One of the region’s most picturesque Center www.CarpenterNatureCenter.org vehicles cruise historic Main St. AUGUST (651) 437-4359 www.rfchamber.com (715) 425-2533 art fairs along the Kinnickinnic River. 6,13,20 • Stillwater, MN • Summer Showcasing unique, handcrafted items 28-29 • Centuria, WI • Baker Orchard 16 - 21 • Hudson, WI • St. Croix Tuesdays – Music in Lowell Park – 5pm from 60 local and regional artists, day- Fall Art Festival www.polkcountytourism. RiverFest - A party with a purpose. market, 6pm music. long music, food vendors & art activities com 800-222-POLK. www.StCroixrRverFest.org www.summertuesdays.com/ www.RiverFallscab.org 28 - 29 • Hudson, WI • Spirit of the St. 18 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night 9 - 11 • Almelund, MN • Almelund 7 – 8 • Lindstrom, MN • Hay Days - The Croix Art Festival - Celebrate the beauty Out www.ExploreAfton.com Threshing Show – Minnesota’s premier Sno Barons Snowmobile Club would of the St. Croix River and the historic 19 - 21 • Luck, WI • Lucky Days Festival event for classic tractor and farming like to invite you to join us for our 53rd rivertown of Hudson, WI. Over 90 juried – www.luckwisconsin.com 800-222-POLK implement fans. Huge Flea Market! Annual Haydays! Come experience the artists will gather in Hudson’s Lakefront www.ChisagoLakesChamber.com 2-day multi-power sports mega-event: Park for this 2-day event. (651) 257-1177 www.snobarons.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com (715) 386-8411 www.saintcroixriver.com 16 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide OCTOBER NOVEMBER 28 • Hastings, MN • Thanksgiving Day 7 • Hudson, WI • Santa and His Critters - GobbleGait Run - Downtown Hastings www.discoverhudsonwi.com (715) 386-8411 5-6 • Stillwater, MN • Rivertown Fall 1 - 3, 8 -10, 15-17 • River Falls, WI Fall www.GobbleGait.com Art Festival – Art Fair, live music festival Finds & Barn Tour - Experience a diverse 7-22 • Hudson, WI • Octagon House Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm mix of shopping in rustic barns and local 29 • Hudson, WI • Light Up Night Kick Museum tours – Open weekends before www.greaterstillwaterchamber.com shops. Find eclectic and handmade items, off the Holidays Christmas. Tours, 11:00am – 4:00pm. www.rivertownfallartfestival.com fine art, unique gifts, antiques, functional www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com Tours start on the hour. (715) 386-8411 www.StCroixCountyHistory.org 12 • Milltown, WI • Pumpkin Festival wares, furniture, festive holiday gifts, decorations, garden art & more. “Like” us (715) 386-2654 www.polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK 29 – 31 • Taylor Falls, MN • Lighting on Facebook to learn more. Festival http://lightingfestival.com/ 8 • Scandia, MN • Lucia Dagen 12 • Luck, WI • Gandy Dancer Marathon 2 • Balsam Lake, WI • Polk county www.GammelgardenMuseum.org – Pick from a half or full marathon. 30 • Hastings, MN • Downtown Holiday Homemaker’s Fair (651) 433-5053 www.gandymarathon.com, - Unity High School Hoopla www.downtownhastingsmn.com www.PolkCountyTourism.com 8 • St. Croix Falls, WI • Festival Theatre www.polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK DECEMBER Holiday Special – Franklin Square 13 • Turtle Lake, WI • Toy & Tractor 10 • River Falls, WI • Community Barn Black Box Theatre 7:30pm. Show & Crafts – www.turtlelakewi.com St. Croix Falls, WI • Franklin Black Dance – River Falls Academy 7:00 Box Theatre – A Christmas Carol – An 19 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night 13-14 • Hastings, MN • CNC Apple pm –10:00 pm. Featuring : The Barn adaptation of Dicken’s classic holiday Out www.ExploreAfton.com Festival - Celebrate the apple harvest, Cats. Open to anyone, any age, or ability. tale seen through the eyes of radio hayrides, and children’s activities Professional callers teach each dance class performers. www.festivaltheatre.org/ www.CarpenterNatureCenter.org before group dances (651) 437-4359 www.RiverFallsCAB.org 1-31 • Stillwater, MN • Hometown for the Holidays – Experience Christmas 17 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night 14 • Scandia, MN • Gammelgarden like you remember all along Main Street – Out www.ExploreAfton.com Museum - Lutfisk & Swedish Meatballs shopping specials, free carriage rides, live 17-19,24-26 • Stillwater, MN • Haunted www.gammelgardenmuseum.org reindeer Victorian teas and more. (651)433-5053 Trolley Tours - True-to-life actors wander www.discoverstillwater.com/ the trolley unearthing ghosts of the past. 16 - 18 • Hudson, WI • Hudson 4 • Bayport, MN • Lighting of the Each creepy character brought back to Christmas Tour of Homes & Craft Sale Village Green www.ci.bayport.mn.us/ life to tell true horror stories of Stillwater www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com long ago!! www.mywahooadventures.com/ (715) 386-8411 5 • New Richmond, WI • Hometown haunted-history-trolley-tour.html Holiday Celebration 17 – Dec. 31 • Stillwater, MN • Home www.newrichmondchamber.com 19 • River Falls, WI • Main Street Art Town for the Holidays (715)246-2900 Crawl - Stroll downtown River Falls for www.DiscoverStillwater.com 6 • Clear Lake, WI • Light up the Park an engaging artistic experience. Over 20 21 • Afton, MN • Ultimate Girls Night www.amerywisconsin.org Main Street businesses open their doors Out www.ExploreAfton.com to local artists www.riverfallscab.org 6 • Hudson, WI • Candlelight Stroll 22 • River Falls, WI • River Dazzle – Kick 19 • Hudson, WI • Hilltop Pumpkin www.discoverhudsonwi.com (715)386-8411 off the Holiday seasons with a lighted Party - Great Family event parade, holiday sing-along with carolers, 6 • Hudson, WI • Octagon House www.discoverhudsonwI.com (715) 386-8411 holiday chili crawl, horse drawn carriage Museum & Phipps Inn B&B Victorian Christmas Tour 19 • Afton, MN • Afton Cruise Lines rides, photos with Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus www.StCroixCountyHistory.org Oktoberfest Cruise. 6-9:30 www.RFChamber.com (715) 425-2533 (715) 386-2654 www.stcroixrivercruises.com 651-436-8883 22 - 24 • Hudson, WI • Hudson 6 - 7 • Afton, MN • Afton Village 25 • Chisago Lakes Area • Trick or Treat Christmas Tour of Homes & Craft Sale Holiday Free horse and wagon rides, on Main Street. www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com caroling, ice www.chisagolakeschamber.com (715) 386-8411 7 • Luck, WI • Luck Holiday Experience 25 - 27 • River Falls, WI • Fall Finds & 23-25 • Taylors Falls, MN •Lighting www.polkcountytourism.com 800-222-POLK Barn Tour - Experience a diverse mix of Festival – Begin the Christmas season shopping in rustic barns and local shops. in the postcard Village of Taylors Falls! Find eclectic and handmade items, fine www.chisagolakeschamber.com art, unique gifts, antiques, functional www.fallschamber.com Peg Leg Pete the Pirate Parrot wares, furniture, festive holiday gifts, Pirates 22 • River Falls, WI • River Dazzle – Kick decorations, garden art and more. “like” off the Holiday seasons with a lighted Fly n the us on Facebook to learn more. parade, holiday sing-along with carolers, THIRTIETH • ANNUAL CroixPresented~ribbean by 26 • Afton, MN • Afton Trick or Treat holiday chili crawl, horse drawn carriage Trail www.exploreafton.com rides, photos with Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus www.RFChamber.com (715) 425-2533 31 • Hudson, WI • Rotary Halloween 26 • Amery, WI • Light up the Park Feb. 1-3, 2019 • Hudson WI Parade - Fun family event. Balloon Rally & Winter Festival www.discoverhudsonwi.com (715) 386-8411 Parade and Chili Feed www.amerywisconsin.org • Hot Air Balloons • Torchlight Parade • Fireworks 31 • Somerset, WI • Community Trick or www.polkcountytourism.com • Moon Glow/Field of Fire • Marketplace & Craft Fair Treat www.somersetchamber.org • 5K Run/Walk • Smoosh Boarding and much more! (715) 247-3366 HudsonHotAirAffair.com 2020 dates Feb. 7-9 For Lodging and Event Information Visit DiscoverHudson.com www.saintcroixriver.com 17 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide The Saint Croix Valley Galleries & Studios Art’s House • 108 E. Maple St., River Falls, WI (715)268-8600 www.riverfallscab.org/ Where Art & ArtReach St. Croix • 224 N 4th St • Stillwater, MN (651) 439-1465 • www.ArtReachStCroix.org Artspace • Hastings River Lofts • 121 Tyler Street, Hastings, MN Nature Meet www.Artspace.org/Hastings artZ Gallery • 208 Keller Ave N • Amery, WI • (715) 268-8600 Explore art in the Valley by visiting the many www.artZGallery.org Galleries, Theaters, Studios, Nature Centers, and Gallery 101, UW-River Falls • Kleinpell Fine Arts Musical Venues. Create a memorable day, an 410 S 3rd St • River Falls, WI • UWRF.edu/Art/Gallery101.cfm incredible weekend, or a perfect vacation— Gustaf’s Galleries • 13025 Lake Blvd • Lindstrom, MN where art and nature meet. (651) 257-2575 • www.GustafsGalleries.com Healing Arts Hospital Programs • 405 Stageline Rd • Hudson, WI (715) 531-6059 • www.ThePhipps.org/ecategory/Healing-Arts In the St. Croix Valley, Kinnickinnic Clayworks Gallery • 109 W. Cedar St., River Falls, WI we believe places change people. (715) 821-3982 • www.KinniClay.com River Falls Public Library Gallery 140 Union St • River Falls, WI • (715) 425-3496 Festial Theatre www.RiverFallsPublicLibrary.org/In-The-Gallery.html Gustafs Galleries SEASONS on St. Croix Gallery • 401 2nd Street • Hudson, WI (715) 381-2906 • www.SeasonsOnStCroix.com Franconia Stillwater Art Guild Gallery • 402 Main Street N Sculpture Park Stillwater, MN • (651) 689-0149 • www.ArtGuildGallery.com

art Tamarack Gallery • 112 Main St S • Stillwater, MN Galler (651) 439-9393 • www.TamarackGallery.com Gammelgrden St. Croi Art Barn The Phipps Center for the Arts • 109 Locust St • Hudson, WI Museum (715) 386-2305 • www.ThePhipps.org Gem Theatre Musical Groups Music St. Croix • www.MusicSaintCroix.com ArtReach St. Croix Falls Music on the Overlook • MusicOnTheOverlook.com St. Croi St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra • www.SCVSymphony.org WISCONSIN 24th ANNUAL Seasons on St. Croi MINNESOTA Phipps Center for the Arts Saturday, September 6 • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

River Falls Community Arts Base Belwin presents the region’s finest Juried Art Conseranc Fair on the scenic Kinninkinnic River Art on venue in downtown River Falls! the Kinni Carpenter St. Croi alle ature Center

Artspace Hastings Rier ofts Arts Center p o o Bucklew Photography AN ECLECTIC MIX OF WILDLIFE, LANDSCAPES, ARCHITECTURE AND PEOPLE Jeff’s work is on display at Galleries & Studios Theater Seasons on St. Croix Gallery 502 Second Street • Hudson, WI Events & Tours [email protected] Nature Spaces With an Eye to the Arts www.bucklewphotography.com Arts Organizations & Venues Full maps of each Venue listing are available on line at www.stcroixsplash.org www.saintcroixriver.com 18 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Nature Spaces With an Eye to the Arts Theater Belwin Conservancy • 1553 Stagecoach Trail S • Afton, MN Black Dirt Theater • 213 Sibley Street • Hastings, MN (651) 436-5189 • www.Belwin.org (651) 300-9567 • www.BlackDirtTheater.com Borner Farm Project • 1266 Walnut St • Prescott, WI Old Gem Theater • 116 S Knowles Ave • New Richmond, WI www.BornerFarmProject.com (715) 246-3285 • www.OldGemTheater.com Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center •12805 St. Croix Trail S St. Croix Art Barn • 1040 Oak Ridge Dr • Osceola, WI Hastings, MN • (651) 437-4359 CarpenterNatureCenter.org (715) 294-2787 • www.StCroixArtBarn.org St. Croix Festival Theatre • 125 N Washington St Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center • 200 Monroe St Prescott, WI • (715) 262-0104 • www.FreedomParkWI.org St. Croix Falls, WI • (715) 483-3387 • www.FestivalTheatre.org St. Croix Off Broadway Dinner Theatre • 1616 Crest View Dr Kinnickinnic River Land Trust • (715)483-3300 • KinniRiver.org Hudson, WI • (715) 386-2394 • www.StCroixOffBroadway.com National Park Service St. Croix Scenic Riverway The Phipps Center for the Arts • 109 Locust St 401 N Hamilton • St. Croix Falls, WI • (715) 483-2274 • NPS.gov/SACN Hudson, WI • 715-386-8409 • www.ThePhipps.org St. Croix River Association • (715) 483-3300 University Theatre, UW-River Falls • Kleinpell Fine Arts www.StCroixRiverAssociation.org River Falls, WI • (715) 425-3114 • UWRF.edu/SASA/UniversityTheatre Warner Nature Center • 15375 Norell Ave N • Marine on Zephyr Theatre • 601 Main St. N., Stillwater, MN (651) 373-7026 St. Croix, MN • (651) 433-2427 • www.WarnerNatureCenter.org stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org/ Willow River State Park • 1034 County Hwy. A, Hudson, WI (715) 386-5931 www.willowkinnifriends.org/ Events & Tours Art Bench Trail (year round) • www.ArtBenchTrail.org Arts Organizations & Venues artOPENer (May) • artOPENer.com Arcola Mills • 12905 Arcola Trail N • Stillwater, MN Earth Arts (May) • www.EarthArtsWI.org (651) 439-1652 • ArcolaMills.org St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour (Mother’s Day weekend) Franconia Sculpture Park • 29836 St. Croix Trail www.MinnesotaPotters.com Shafer, MN • 651-257-6668 • www.Franconia.org Art on the Kinni (Sept.) • RiverFallsCAB.org/artonthekinni.php Gammelgården Museum • 20880 Olinda Trl • Scandia, MN Take Me to the River (Sept.) • TakeMeToTheRiver.info (651) 433-5053 • GammelgardenMuseum.org Western Wisconsin Pottery Tour (Sept.) • WesternWisconsinPotteryTour.com Hastings Arts Center • 216 4th St E • Hastings, MN (651) 437-4320 • www.HastingsArtsCenter.org Hastings-Prescott Area Arts Council (715) 262-4122 • www.HPAAC.org

• Marine Mills Folk School • 14189 Ostlund Trail N., Marine on St. Croix, MN marinemillsfolkschool.org The Phipps Center for the Arts • 109 Locust St Hudson, WI • (715) 386-2305 • www.ThePhipps.org River Falls Community Arts Base • 108 E Maple St River Falls, WI • (715) 426-5219 • www.RiverFallsCAB.org St Croix Valley Folk School • 110 N. Washington Street, St. Croix Falls, WI www.stcroixvalleyfolkschool.org

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www.saintcroixriver.com 19 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide CHISAGO LAKES | minnesota Chisago Lakes… Yours to explore…One trail at a time

Chisago City • Lindstrom • Center City • Shafer • Taylors Falls

Hiking, Biking, Paddling and more… Land or water, The bold and beautiful Swedish Barn Quilt Trail brings frozen or fluid, Chisago Lakes trails are Yours to Explore! color and charm to Chisago Lakes, settled mainly by Swedish immigrants in the mid-1800s and honored as the setting for Grab your gear or rent some Vilhelm Moberg’s novel series The Emigrants. The colorful for a day of navigating the quilt trail guides you through the unique towns, showcasing newly created Chisago Lakes Scandinavian gifts, delightful boutiques, artisan crafts, vintage Water Trail, offering 13 miles finds and delicious fare. of paddling on 10 beautiful lakes. For frozen water trail Plan to stay in Chisago Lakes at a quaint bed and breakfast, fun, strap on skis or jump on a fun group retreat center, one of the traditional motels or a fat-tire bike and traverse the camp in a nature park. It is all Yours to Explore. winter wonderland. Enjoy a bite to eat and find treasures on CHISAGO LAKES CHAMBER & INFORMATION Main Street, which is just off CENTER the trail. Set up camp for the 30525 Linden Street / PO Box 283 • Lindstrom, MN 55045 night at a nature park within (651) 257-1177 • www.ChisagoLakesChamber.com city limits, and get ready for www.ChisagoLakes.org another day of adventure. EVENTS Franconia Sculpture Park January: Celebrate Chisago Lakes - Gustaf’s Galleries Hike or bike the picturesque Winter Blast Panola Valley Gardens Swedish Immigrant Trail and May: St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour Pleasant Valley Orchard explore over 40 miles of trails in June-August: Harmony in the Park Shafer Corn Maze the state park systems of Wild July: Karl Oskar Days Sven Clogs July: Wannigan Days Wild Mountain Recreation River and Minnesota Interstate July: Center City Days WineHaven Winery which also offer camping and July: Chisago Lakes Triathlon cabins for your overnight stay. August: Almelund Threshing Show THE GREAT OUTDOORS Celebrate the 50th anniversary August: Ki Chi Saga Days Allemansratt Wilderness Park of the St. Croix National September: Hay Days Ki Chi Saga Park September: Shafer Days Lindstrom Beach Park Scenic Riverway as you amble September: Almelund Apple Festival MN Interstate State Park along the wild and scenic St. Ojiketa Regional Park Croix River, taking pleasure ATTRACTIONS Paradise Park in the breathtaking views and Adventure Falls Mini Golf Vilhelm Moberg Park & Statue charming towns. Eichten’s Cheese & Buffalo Farm Wild River State Park www.saintcroixriver.com 20 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide a wonderful selection of all things lovely 12745 Lake Blvd Lindstrom MN 651.257.9855 inthemomentboutique.com

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BALDWIN/WOODVILLE | wisconsin Once in a while you findcommunities chili samples to participants while giving them an opportunity that have it all… to showcase their business. Trick or Treat Main Street, held the BALDWIN, WI end of October on Main Street in Baldwin is a safe alternative for kids to enjoy Halloween festivities. Finally, the first Saturday Baldwin is a relaxing place to visit and an easy 30 mile drive in December brings Santa and Mrs. Clause to town with the east of the Twin Cities or just 40 miles west of Eau Claire, WI. much anticipated Horse Parade & Festival of Lights, getting all Baldwin is located one mile north of Interstate 94 on Highway 63. attendees in the Holiday spirit! Set Your Own Pace Flowers and windmills offer a sign of welcome and a nod to More than 100 varieties of CHEESE! the communities Dutch Heritage to all who visit Baldwin. Fresh Cheese Curds | Ice Cream | Gifts | Viewing Window Stroll Main Street, shop at quaint shops, or search for antiques and unique treasurers. Baldwin also offers a variety of dining options, and coffee shops. Be sure to visit one of the lovely parks for a summer picnic. Unforgettable Events June Bug Days, the first week in June is an annual community Open Every Day! celebration complete with a parade, live music, family activities and great food! Chili Fest, held the last Saturday of September, Located 4 miles south of I-94 (Exit 28) has become a crowd pleasing area event where along with a 126 State Rd 128, Wilson, WI 54027 | 715.772.4218 beverage tent, live music and food, local businesses provide www.cadycheese.com | Follow us on Facebook www.saintcroixriver.com 22 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide BALDWIN/WOODVILLE | wisconsin Where beauty abounds, there are stories to tell, families come together and businesses are proud to call it home. WOODVILLE, WI Velkommen! Nestled in scenic western Wisconsin, 4 miles east of Baldwin, Woodville invites young and old with an enthusiastic welcome!

The popular Syttende Mai Celebration is the celebration of Norway’s independence. This year will mark the 68th year that Woodville will welcome everyone to come and celebrate on the weekend closest to May 17th and enjoy food, a carnival, music, the Grand Parade and tent dances. Trails & Parks to Explore… Steven Park is the trailhead for the popular Wildwood Trail, a 7 mile off-road hiking, biking, and snowmobile trail on a former railroad right-of-way. The trail runs from Woodville south to the St. Croix/Pierce County line through the picturesque Town of Eau Galle. The Heart of Downtown The downtown area is a center of activity, including shopping, festivals and holiday events, with two new parking lots connecting to area attractions including: parks, tennis courts, the Amphitheater, Veteran’s Memorial and Wildwood Trail. IMAGINE ...a medical center that focuses on keeping you healthy.

Maybe you need an annual physical, a knee replacement, a wellness BALDWINWOODVILLE plan, or a counselor to talk to. At Western Wisconsin Health, we are here for all your health and wellness needs. Our friendly team CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITOR BUREAU of experts offers care that treats your whole person -- body, mind 860 Main Street Room 3 / PO Box 142 and spirit. We are also expanding our team of specialists to provide you the best possible care close to home. Make an appointment any Baldwin, WI 54002 • (715)-684-2221 time by calling our 24 hour appointment line at 715-684-1111. www.Baldwin-WoodvilleChamber.org Western Wisconsin Health Main Campus BALDWIN EVENTS WOODVILLE EVENTS 1100 Bergslien Street June: June Bug Days May: Syttende Mai Baldwin, WI 54002 715-684-1111 September: Chili Fest August: Lion's Club Slow Pitch October: Trick or Treat Main St. Softball Tournament Western Wisconsin Health December: Horse Parade & Festival Roberts Clinic THE GREAT OUTDOORS 503 Cherry Lane BALDWIN ATTRACTIONS Windmill Park (Baldwin) Roberts, WI 54023 Millers Corner Shopping Center Dutch Windmill Heritage Park (Baldwin) Twin Cities Sky Dive 715-760-3311 Mill Pond Park (Baldwin) Wolf Honey Farm Steven Park (Woodville) Learn more at wwhealth.org. Best Park (Woodville) Imagine a healthier tomorrow. www.saintcroixriver.com 23 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide nter Ce isitor Department of the Interior Service Park National er WING PS St. Croi Ri RED r Crossing ve Ri St. Croix

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www.saintcroixriver.com 25 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide • VISIT • HASTINGS ON THE MISSISSIPPI Saturday Night Cruise-In Opportunites for fun abound just minutes from the Twin Cities! More than 30 miles of bike trails along the Mississippi, Vermillion Falls & other scenic byways Charming & historic downtown with unique shops, great antiques, dining, summer concerts & events Vineyards, wineries, apple orchards and many other unique attractions Great bike trails that connect to the MRT LeDuc Historic Estate tours & special svents Great downhill & cross country skiing Many local golf courses plus beautiful 18 hole disk-golf course in the park

Vermillion Falls & Trail System

Visit local orchards & vineyards

For information on lodging & area attractions, contact: (651) 437-6775 (Metro) 314 Vermillion St., Suite 100 Hastings, MN 55033 www.VisitHastingsMN.org 60 buildings on the Historic Register

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Set along the rugged and colorful scenery of the Mississippi, For winter adventure, ski, snowboard, or tube the slopes at Welch St. Croix and Vermillion rivers, Hastings is a scenic river town Village or Afton Alps ski areas. Check out Spring Lake Park and steeped in tradition. Just 25 miles (40km) south of the Twin Cities, Afton State Park for beautiful groomed cross country ski trails. Hastings welcomes visitors to share in its history and traditions. The City is renowned for Victorian architecture with over 60 Year-Round Festivals buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A Spring and summer bring fun-filled events for visitors to enjoy. must see is the LeDuc Historic Estate—a beautiful Gothic Revival May 30th through early October take in the historic Saturday mansion, open for tours mid-May through October and special Night “Cruise In’s” featuring classic cars. In July, thousands of events throughout the year. people come to enjoy Rivertown Days, a community wide festival featuring a music stage, parade, arts and crafts fair, carnival and The Great Outdoors tournaments of all kinds. Also, in July, step back in time with If you’re a fan of the great outdoors, you can enjoy more than the Little Log House Antique Power Show and Pioneer Village. 28 miles of paved bike and walking trails along the Mississippi October brings the St. Croix Valley Apple Fest with a variety of fun River and other scenic byways; picnic by Vermillion Falls or events for all ages at area apple orchards. explore beautiful nearby Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center. Spend the day fishing on the Mississippi or St. Croix Rivers, play Shopping and Dining golf at one of several local courses, take in a free outdoor Sunday Visitors delight in the selection of retail and dining establishments, concert, visit the Mississippi Lock & Dam #2 or just relax by the including antique stores, gift shops, boutiques and more. Take banks of the river. time to meander up and down Main Street and be welcomed by friendly shop owners and locals. And be sure to bring your In the lush Hiawatha Valley of the Upper Mississippi the Alexis appetite, Hastings offers a variety of cuisine and dining options to Bailly Vineyard was the first to make all its wine from Minnesota- satisfy even the most discerning tastes. If you’re feeling lucky or grown grapes. Visitors are invited to walk through the vineyards, want to take in a great show, Treasure Island Resort and Casino is enjoy a picnic lunch, play bocce ball, sample and purchase the wines. just minutes away. Tours are available Friday - Sunday, May through mid-November. HASTINGS AREA CHAMBER OF ST. CR ER OIX COMMERCE & TOURISM BUREAU T V EN A Come and P L 314 Vermillion Street, Suite 100, Hastings, MN 55033-1211 R L

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(651) 437-6775 • (888 612-6122 C ) [email protected] • www.visithastingsmn.org St. Croix Valley’s N ATTRACTIONS Afton Alps Ski Area A R Natural Home TUR NTE LeDuc Historic Estate Alexis Bailly Vineyards E CE Extreme Sandbox – Heavy • Environmental education for the whole family Equipment Adventures THE GREAT OUTDOORS • Scenic hiking trails and live animal exhibits Treasure Island Resort & Casino Afton State Park Spring Lake Park, Schaar’s Bluff  OPEN DAILY YEAR ROUND  POINTS OF INTEREST Cannon Valley Trail Mississippi Regional Trail - MRT Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Carpenter Nature Center Great River Road Scenic Drive Center 12805 St. Croix Trail S • Hastings, MN St. Croix Scenic Byway St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park 651-437-4359 • carpenternaturecenter.org Welch Village Ski Area Wisconsin Campus • 300 East Cove Road • Hudson, WI www.saintcroixriver.com 27 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide HUDSON | wisconsin

The gateway to Wisconsin photo by Sobottka Photography

Located on the banks of the scenic St. Croix River, the looking for a night out at the theatre The Phipps Center for Hudson area has long been considered the western gateway the Arts, across from beautiful Lakefront Park, offers a year- to Wisconsin—and for good reason! round calendar of theater, concerts and art exhibitions.

Among the fastest growing communities in the state, Hudson Natural Beauty, Year-Round Destination has maintained its historic charm and panoramic beauty; Festive year-round celebrations abound and visitors enjoy take in one of the finest views of the St. Croix River Valley taking advantage of Hudson’s Hot Air Affair, Fourth of July from historic Birkmose Park. Booster Days, North Hudson Pepper Festival, Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival, Christmas Tour of Homes & Craft Sale, Experience Variety and Celebrate the Holidays in Hudson. Historic downtown Hudson provides visitors with blocks of eclectic shops, galleries and exceptional dining. If you are Enjoy natural beauty and outdoor recreation HUDSON AREA CHAMBER at Willow River and OF COMMERCE & TOURISM BUREAU Kinnickinnic State (715) 386-8411 • DiscoverHudsonWI.com Parks. Biking and hiking trails lead visitors through rolling hills and flowering EVENTS Cracked Barrel Winery prairies. February: Hot Air Affair 65 Vines Winery photo by Jeff Bucklew July: Fourth of July Booster Days Farmers Market July: St. Croix RiverFest Locust Street Car Shows Area golf courses offer Hudson Christmas Tour of Homes & Craft Sale August: North Hudson Pepper Festival Historic Walking Tour breathtaking views, Sept: Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival Historic Octagon House Museum October: Hilltop Pumpkin Party Rustic Road 13 challenging signature holes and a full range of 18-hole Nov: Christmas Tour of Homes Yellowstone Trail Historic Automobile facilities. Just 20 miles from the Twin Cities, Hudson provides & Craft Sale Route a convenient getaway that offers something for everyone, Dec: Celebrate the Holidays in Hudson THE GREAT OUTDOORS from nature lovers and culture enthusiasts to shoppers in ATTRACTIONS Willow River State Park search of something unique. The Phipps Center for the Arts Birkmose Park & Indian Burial Grounds St. Croix River Boat Cruises Kinnickinnic State Park Need help planning your stay in the Hudson area? Contact Summer Concerts in the Park Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center Hudson Food Walk Clifton Hollow Golf Club us at 715-386-8411 or visit DiscoverHudsonWI.com for a Madison Avenue Wine & Spirits Kilkarney Hills Golf Club complete listing of area events. Belle Vinez Vineyard & Winery Saint Croix National Golf Club Hop & Barrel Brewing Troy Burne Golf Club Nothing is more spectacular than the St. Croix Valley… and Pitchfork Brewing White Eagle Golf Club Hudson is at the heart of it all! www.saintcroixriver.com 28 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide St. Croix Valley FAMILY FUN IN HUDSON STARTS HERE! Treasure!

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THE LOCUST STREET SHOPS

“Just around the corner from Second Street the Locust Street Shops invite you to find a mix of treasures – one-of-a-kind gifts, flowers for every occasion, chocolates, ice cream, books, jewelry, toys, fun &unique clothing and delicious food. The Locust Street Shops where you can find something for everyone!”

www.saintcroixriver.com 31 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide HUDSON | wisconsin

Voted 5th Best German Restaurant in America Willkommen zur Patio Winzer Stube Hudson’s Best Bloody Mary! Dining The most authentic and delicious German Walleye Tuesdays | Friday Night Fish Fry food and spirits this side of “The Rhine” Thursday Night Ribs | Saturday Night Prime Rib Delightful wine cellar atmosphere, friendly service and great food. A complete selection of German Serving Breakfast on Saturday & Sunday at 9am wines, beers, full bar with 12 German beers on tap and liquors. An experience you won’t soon forget! Tuesday - Thursday 11am-11pm, Friday 11am-12am Hours Saturday 9am-12am and Sunday 9am-11pm Open 7 Days a Week for Lunch and Dinner www.seasonstavern.com 516 2nd Street • Hudson, WI 501 Sixth Street North • Hudson • 715-386-8488 715-381-5092 • www.winzerstuberestaurant.com

HUDSON 24 Hour Meat Vending Machine 2351 Coulee Rd | 715-381-1413 • Full Service Meat Case Hours: 6am-10pm • In-Store Bakery • All Hams, Sausages, full service meat RIVER FALLS and Bacon made in Store organic produce | 303 Main Street 715-425-7277 • Wisconsin Cheese deli & bakery Hours: 6am-12am wine & liquor pharmacy Largest selection of Specialty Brats & Sausages in the Valley caribou coffee NEW RICHMOND • Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 7:00PM • Meat counter opens at 8AM floral & more 110 W 4th Street | 715-246-2668 • Saturdays 8:00AM - 7:00PM • Sundays 11:00AM - 3:00PM Hours: 6am-11pm N I-94 Frontage Road • 1101 Coulee Road in Hudson, WI OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Visit our website for more details www.shopthefastlane.com www.familyfreshmarket.com www.rjmeats.com 715-386-9291

www.saintcroixriver.com 32 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide PRESCOTT | wisconsin

Where the St. Croix meets Old Man River

Prescott is a small, picturesque river town, located where the blue great rivers yourself. Enjoy fishing, pleasure cruising or watching waters of the Scenic St. Croix River meet the Mighty Mississippi the nearby lift bridge rise to accommodate sailboat masts, and see River. Most downtown businesses occupy buildings erected in freight trains rumble across the distinctive iron bridge between the 19th century, giving the community a historic flavor. On the Minnesota and Wisconsin. bluff above Prescott is the Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Freedom Park offering visitors a chance to learn about the A Well-Rounded City Mississippi and St. Croix rivers, see majestic bald eagles soaring and In winter, Prescott is an entrance point for 200 miles of well experience the expansive views of the river valley. maintained Pierce County snowmobile trails. Cross-country and downhill skiing is available at nearby area ski resorts and parks. At the Heart of Prescott The winter “village” of ice houses is a popular fishing tradition on For visitors with a passion for architecture, a self-guided walking the St. Croix River, at Prescott. Bald eagles can frequently be seen as tour of Prescott will take you to 41 locations, including the original they soar over open water areas along the Mississippi waterfront. town square with three of its church buildings still standing. The tour also takes in several 1850s and 1860s Greek revival homes in Whatever your interests, you’ll discover enchanting experiences in the bluff top residential area of Prescott. Prescott.

Shoppers will be drawn to Prescott’s historic Broad Street. Unique restaurants and eateries are enjoyed by day trippers, discriminating PRESCOTT AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE diners and local residents. An antique mall, gift shops, and one-of- 237 Broad Street • Prescott, WI 54021 a-kind murals add to the welcoming charm of one of Wisconsin’s (715) 262-3284 earliest river towns. www.PrescottWI.org The Welcome and Heritage Center, located in downtown Prescott ATTRACTIONS THE GREAT OUTDOORS Welcome & Heritage Center Afton State Park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1855 Great River Road Visitor & Learning Kinnickinnic State Park as a bank, it now serves as the office for the Prescott Chamber of Center at Freedom Park Point Douglas Beach Commerce and Area Historical Society. Mercord Mill Park Bell Park Daniel Smith House Freedom Park Copper Water Tower River Walkway Riverfront Recreation & Leisure Gearhouse Museum Sunset Park A four- block River Walkway extends along Prescott’s Riverfront Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center area, and includes Mercord Mill Park, overlooking the confluence of the St. Croix and Mississippi Rivers. Stroll the River Walkway along the levee and watch the barges, boats, kayaks and canoes moving up Gateway to Wisconsin’s and downstream. Rent a boat or pontoon and experience the two Great River Road Summer Hours Memorial Day to Labor Day Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays Noon - 5 p.m. OPEN YEAR ROUND www.freedomparkwi.org National Park Service Partner Site Great River Road Visitor & Learning Center at Freedom Park Located ½ block off WI Hwy 35 south at Freedom Park 200 Monroe Street Prescott, WI www.freedomparkwi.org • 715-262-0104 www.saintcroixriver.com 33 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Experience

the city on the Kinni

HISTORIC MAIN STREET adorned with specialty shops & family-friendly restaurants

KINNICKINNIC RIVER class 1 trout stream enjoyed by fly fishing enthusiasts & coveted by kayak adventurers

DESIGNATED BRONZE-LEVEL BIKING COMMUNITY by the League of American Bicyclists miles of scenic and rugged trails for touring and mountain biking

FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS farmer’s market, summer concerts, River Falls Roots and Bluegrass Music Festival, River Falls Days, Bacon Bash & more!

GOLF COURSES & DISC GOLF excellent greens at affordable prices

AREA ATTRACTIONS area parks, trails & more! First National Bank of River Falls Field local wineries & breweries Tri Angels Playground

Just 30 minutes east of the Twin Cities & home of the University of Wisconsin River Falls

RIVER FALLS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND TOURISM BUREAU

RIVER FALLS, WISCONSIN • 715-425-2533 • RFCHAMBER.COM www.saintcroixriver.com 34 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide RIVER FALLS | wisconsin Experience River Falls the City on the Kinni

River Falls exemplifies the best Wisconsin has to offer with its perfect combination of outdoor activities, arts & culture Fly Shop events, and hometown charm. Ranked in the “Top 100 Best Small Towns” by Livability magazine, River Falls is nestled on the banks of the Kinnickinnic River and is conveniently Lodge located 30 minutes east of the Twin Cities. The historic Main Street offers a variety of quaint shops, antique stores, art Kayaks galleries/studios, family-friendly restaurants, a brewery, and more! 545 N Main Street River Falls, WI 54022 Enjoy Live Music 715-425-7378 Live music is performed at a mix of venues around town Friday and Saturday evenings. Take in a relaxing summer outdoor concert at Veteran’s Park or UW-River Falls. www.KinniCreek.com Embrace the Great Outdoors The Kinnickinnic River, a Class I designated trout stream, offers the finest trout fishing in Western Wisconsin. Anglers from across the country come to wet a line in the “Kinni.” Kayaking through the towering canyons or serene landscapes along the river is also a favorite pastime for many visitors. Gear Up for a Great Ride As a designated bronze-level biking community by The League of American Bicyclists, River Falls offers miles of scenic trails. The Whitetail Ridge is a favorite for mountain bikers looking Offer Expires 1/1/2020 to explore acres of rugged terrain. Whatever the reason, whatever the season… Experience River Falls during the Roots and Bluegrass Music Festival, River Falls Days, or Bacon Bash—the nation’s largest free bacon festival. Your visit to River Falls will be a memorable one!

RIVER FALLS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & TOURISM BUREAU 215 West Maple Street • River Falls, WI 54022 (715) 425-2533 • www.RFChamber.com

EVENTS Tri Angels Playground March: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Wineries & Breweries April: Roots & Bluegrass Music Festival July: River Falls Days, Car Cruze-in THE GREAT OUTDOORS September: Art on the Kinni, Glen Park Bacon Bash, Car Cruze-in Hoffman Park November: River Dazzle Kinnickinnic State Park Suspension Bridge ATTRACTIONS White Pathway Crystal Cave (Spring Valley) Whitetail Ridge Field of Dreams Fly fishing & kayak rentals First National Bank of River Falls Field Golf courses St. Croix Lanes Art on the Kinni www.saintcroixriver.com 35 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide STILLWATER | minnesota

The birthplace of Minnesota

Photo courtesy of Andrew Dodd

View of Stillwater from St. Croix River Crossing Bridge

Discover Stillwater For a free visitor guide/map, visit: www.DiscoverStillwater.com. Voted one of the “Prettiest Small Oak Park Heights Oak Park Heights is a growing community, just up the hill from Towns in America” by Forbes Stillwater and offers visitors a number of leisure opportunities including dining, lodging and outdoor activities. An inspiring feeling starts to grow as you drive into Stillwater which is considered the Birthplace of Minnesota. Located along the banks Enjoy home cooking and award-winning pies at Joseph’s Family of the St. Croix River with its much photographed historic lift bridge, Restaurant on the frontage road along Highway 36. Phil’s Club Tara Stillwater has wonderfully preserved architecture, impressive homes Hideaway restaurant in a historic log building is famous for its prime and a bustling Main Street, listed on the National Historic Register. rib, walleye, and legends as a gangster stop during Prohibition. Stillwater’s quaint retail district makes you feel like you have traveled back in time. Nature lovers will enjoy the 70 acres of wooded hills in Valley View Park and Oak Park Crossing with paved trails, picnic areas, Stillwater, just minutes from the Twin Cities, has a wonderful playgrounds, new single track mountain bike trails, and views of the romantic quality and is considered a premier wedding destination. new bridge. Stillwater features a variety of retail boutiques, bookstores, antique/ vintage shops and art galleries. Dinning choices are endless with outdoor cafes, restaurants with river view dining, historic pubs, and STILLWATER/OAK PARK HEIGHTS wine bars. CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU [email protected] • (651) 351-1717 Enjoy year-round activities including golf, historic sites, segway www.DiscoverStillwater.com tours, shopping, dining, breweries, wineries, DIY workshops and Stillwater’s proximity to nearby downhill ski hills and cross-country EVENTS Historic Washington County trails. Cruise the St. Croix river on an authentic paddle wheel January: Winter Ice Cream Social Courthouse riverboat or private Venetian gondola for two. Don’t miss taking a February: Valentines Carriage Rides Historic Main Street Shops & Restaurants trolley tour for a narrated look at old Stillwater with its incredible March: Ladies Night Out on Main Street Segway & BeirCycle Tours architecture and hillside mansions. Bring your bikes to pedal May: St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour Stillwater Historic Trolley Tour June: Hot Rod & Vintage Car Shows St. Croix Boat & Packet Paddle wheel the new Brown’s Creek State Bike Trail that connects downtown July: Lumberjack Days River Cruises Stillwater to downtown St. Paul—and now also to Wisconsin via the August: Summer Tuesdays Wineries & Breweries Loop Trail. Outdoor Movies September: Aamodt's Apple Farm THE GREAT OUTDOORS October: Rivertown Art Festival Brown’s Creek Bike Trail Plan to linger or stay overnight, your choices are endless. Choose November/December: Hometown Lowell Park, riverfront downtown from two historic downtown hotels, eight romantic B&B’s, five for the Holidays Events Pioneer Park contemporary hotels, and over twelve new vacation rental homes Square Lake County Park and lofts. Snuggle in front of a fireplace, soak in your in-room ATTRACTIONS Pine Point Park/Gateway State Bike Trail whirlpool tub, take a dip in a pool­—relax! Historic Lift Bridge Boating, Kayaking, SUP rentals St. Croix Boom Site Bicycle Loop Trail to Wisconsin Warden’s House & Museum

www.saintcroixriver.com 36 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide “The Best Thing to do in Stillwater Since 1989” 651.430.0352 stillwatertrolley.com “Daily 45 Minute Narrat ed Tours Of Stillwater”

Historic Tours Bed and Breakfast Weddings Story-Time Trolley Custom Tours

www.saintcroixriver.com 37 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide NEW RICHMOND | wisconsin

“The City Beautiful”

Where visitors reap the benefits of an active arts & events-oriented community!

With the new St. Croix River Crossing, New Richmond is poised converge on New Richmond for Fun Fest, July 11-14, which is one to experience unprecedented growth and provides the best of both of the areas longest running festivals in western Wisconsin. Four worlds – a small town feel yet close to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis days of events and activities include: a carnival, the region’s top – St. Paul. music acts, entertainment, food stands, beer tent, and a Sunday Grande Parade. The chamber’s newest and fastest growing event Unique Heritage occurs the first Thursday evening after Thanksgiving -Hometown In the 1850’s rich farmland and timber brought pioneers to New Holidays Celebration, featuring an illuminated parade, sleigh rides, Richmond. In 1899, the city was nearly destroyed by a tornado, live music, s’more stations and fireworks over the historic downtown killing a 117. The city’s unique story is chronicled at the New Mill Pond. Those who attend (last year’s attendance topped 3,500) Richmond Heritage Center, which showcases an 1884 farmhouse as say it’s one of the best in western Wisconsin. well as other historic buildings. Open all year for tours, the center sponsors summer flea markets and farmer’s market. Visit the last Experience Unique Shops and Restaurants weekend in September for its Heritage Days celebration. Stroll Main Street and browse through one-of-a-kind shops. Stop for lunch or dinner at one of the areas cafes’, Breweries or pubs. Events and Entertainment Await For the first time ever, the Green Bay Packers Tailgate Tour is If you Love the Outdoors… coming to New Richmond April 11, 2019. The team president, A paradise for golfers, New Richmond has several premier courses, current and former greats will be arriving for a reception, parade and including Pine Meadows, Pheasant Hills and the New Richmond rally at the New Richmond Airport Hangar. It promises to be one of Golf Course. Sports anglers rave about the Willow River and Star the largest gatherings ever in the city. That event will usher in a busy Prairie Trout Farm for the fishing. summer of events and fun for the whole family. The popular Park Art Fair, June 7-8, brings artists from all over all the Midwest to For more information about New Richmond and its many offerings, showcase their work at scenic Mary Park amid family entertainment you can contact the New Richmond Chamber of Commerce at 715- and food trucks with every kind of cuisine imaginable. Thousands 246-2900. We hope to see you soon.

NEW RICHMOND AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 245 A S. Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI 54017 715-246-2900 www.newrichmondchamber.com New Richmond | Wisconsin

Attractions: The Great Outdoors 45th Parallel New Richmond New Richmond Nature Center Champs Rooftop Bar Mary Park Heritage Center Cylon Marsh Wildlife Area New Richmond Golf Course Paperjack Creek Pheasant Hills Golf Course Cyclone Memorial Park Cedar Lake Speedway Mill Pond Park New Richmond Area Centre John Doar History Trail New Richmond Skate Park www.saintcroixriver.com 38 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide HUDSON 2351 Coulee Rd | 715-381-1413 Hours: 6am-10pm

full service meat RIVER FALLS organic produce 303 Main Street | 715-425-7277 deli & bakery Hours: 6am-12am wine & liquor pharmacy caribou coffee NEW RICHMOND floral & more 110 W 4th Street | 715-246-2668 Hours: 6am-11pm OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

www.shopthefastlane.com www.familyfreshmarket.com

COMFORT. VALUE. HOMETOWN SMILES.

EXHIBITS TOURS EVENTS PROGRAMS 10 Historic Buildings and Nature Walk Feel Free to Enjoy The Grounds on Your Own. SCVRTA19 Come and enjoy all the comforts of home. Including Open Year Round - Limited Hours Jan, Feb, Mar whirlpool suites, free wifi, free, hot home-style Farmstead Flea Market breakfast and an indoor pool, hot tub and sauna. Weekends, May through October Farmers Market 1020 S Knowles Ave Saturday mornings, June through October New Richmond, WI 54017 New Richmond Heritage Center 715.246.3993 1100 Heritage Drive, New Richmond, WI 54017 HOTEL & SUITES AmericInn.com Phone: 715.246.3276 NEW RICHMOND 800.634.3444 Website: NRHeritageCenter.org • Email: [email protected]

www.saintcroixriver.com 39 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide SOMERSET | wisconsin

Unplug & Play in Somerset

One of a Kind Go Outside and Play Only 30 minutes from the Twin Cities and with the Apple River Few communities reflect Wisconsin’s love of the outdoors like Somerset. meandering in the background Somerset is a perfect place to visit for a Summer days, bring visitors to Somerset to enjoy a cooling, leisurely day-trip or week-end get-away. Somerset’s main street offers whimsical float down the Apple River. Somerset is ready with dozens of outdoor shops, award winning breweries, local cheese shops and family eateries. recreation possibilities - play live airsoft and paintball at the Midwest’s A lively history is evident in Somerset, from lumbering, agriculture, and best live combat field, take advantage of boating, swimming and beaches the long-ago speakeasy’s which boast of visits from the famous Al Capone at Somerset Landing or enjoy mini golf, waterslides and camping at River’s in the 1940’s. Historic community festivals like Pea Soup Days, in June, Edge. celebrate the strong French Canadian heritage of the Village of Somerset. If golf is your passion, Somerset’s scenery and rolling terrain is highlighted at the Bristol Ridge Golf Course and St. Croix National Golf Course. Summer, Spring or Fall, campers can “stake out” at several parks – Apple River Family Campground, Somerset Amphitheater, Float Rite Park, River’s Edge, or Apple River Hideaway. Winter enthusiasts will find no shortage of skiing, snowmobiling, icefishing or fat tire biking events to enjoy.

Events Not to Miss The Apple Splash Festival will kick off the 3rd Saturday in September. The Festival will feature an art festival with artists, vendors, a vintage car show, Apple Splash ½ Marathon, 5K and 1 mile kids run, Vendor Village, chalk art exhibit, live music, family activities and great food. Be sure to take in a concert at the Somerset Amphitheater, offering 200 acres of entertainment, camping and accommodations. SOMERSET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 242 Main Street/PO Box 357 Somerset, WI 54025 (715) 247-3366 www.somersetchamber.org Somerset |Wisconsin

EVENTS Rivers Edge April: Community Easter Egg Hunt Somerset Amphitheater June: Pea Soup Days September: Apple Splash The Great Outdoors December: Light the Night Apple River Arcola High Bridge ATTRACTIONS: Bristol Ridge Golf Course Apple River Family Campground St. Croix National Golf Course Apple River Hideaway St. Croix Islands Bass Lake Cheese Factory LaGrandeur Natural Cedar Lake Speedway Parnell Prairie Preserve Float Rite Park www.saintcroixriver.com 40 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide SCANDIA | minnesota charm & character Lovers of all things Scandinavian will be delighted

Nestled among rolling hills and many beautiful lakes, Scandia is the site of the first Swedish settlement in Minnesota. Visitors to Scandia can stop and view the Swedish Monument marking the location of the first log cabin built in 1850 and tour the Hay Lake School Museum before heading up the road to the Gammelgården Museum. Fiddling Fest (Spelmanstamma) in August, Taco Daze in September, Lutefisk Dinner in November, and Lucia Dagen in December. Gammelgården (means Old Small Farm) is the only open air museum devoted to Swedish immigration in the United States. In addition to its rich heritage, Scandia is blessed with many Regular tours are available May-October. The museum is also home natural resources. Scandia boasts a number of lakes including Big to the Scandia Farmers’ Market June-September. Community Marine, Goose, Bone, Sand and Hay Lake. The St. Croix River celebrations include Vinterfest in January, Midsommar Dag in June, marks the eastern edge of the community and was designated as a Scenic Riverway by Congress in 1968. Log House Landing provides access to the river for visitors. Scandia also offers a variety of recreational opportunities including William O’Brien State Park, Wayne Erickson Memorial Ball Park, Wind in the Pines Preserve and the Leonard Wojtowicz Skating Park. Tennis courts, ball fields, playgrounds, bike routes and walking trails are available throughout the community.

After you’ve toured the museums, paddled the river, or hiked the trails, be sure to visit the historic village area where businesses offer a variety of goods and services. Keep your eyes open for the many Dala horses scattered throughout town!

CITY OF SCANDIA Scandia Community Center 14727 209th Street North • Scandia, MN 55073 Phone: (651) 433-2274 • Fax: (651) 433-5112 www.ci.Scandia.MN.us

ATTRACTIONS September: Taco Daze Gammelgården Museum, November: Lutefisk Dinner May - October December: Lucia Dagen Hay Lake School Museum, May - October THE GREAT OUTDOORS Eko Backen EVENTS William O’Brien State Park January: Vinterfest Wayne Erickson Memorial Ball Park June: Midsommar Dag Wind in the Pines Preserve June-September: Farmers’ Market Log House Landing August: Fiddling Fest (Spelmanstamma) www.saintcroixriver.com 41 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide OSCEOLA | wisconsin rivertown on the Bluffs

Charming & Historic Downtown… Osceola Main Street enjoys a charm of its own. Quaint shops in a walkable historic downtown offering unique handmade items including Outdoor Adventures local artist’s work, antique, vintage and reclaimed shops plus spas/salons. Rent a canoe or kayak, right in town, and enjoy a full day of discovery on the Scenic St. Croix River. Osceola Landing offers boat launch, Take in the Natural Beauty swimming and beach area. World class hiking and biking trails are Osceola is nestled into the bluffs of the St. Croix River and just steps within minutes of downtown and provide plenty of options for all away from downtown are trails that will lead you to some of the Valley’s abilities. Photographers and birders will discover the treasured best natural treasures including Cascade Falls. Enjoy the sparkling water Standing Cedars Land Conservancy, 1800 protected acres along the rushing through the glen or hike down to the river and then to the top river with a large diversity of oak savannah, prairie, woodland, and of Eagle Bluff for the most spectacular views of the River Valley. wetland habitat.

OSCEOLA AREA CHAMBER AND MAIN STREET PROGRAM PO Box 251 • Osceola, WI 54020 (715) 755-3300 or (800) 222-POLK (7655) www.MyOsceolaChamber.org

EVENTS Glider Rides - L.O. Simenstad Airport April: Ladies Night Out Wisconsin Interstate Park June: Rhubarb Days Trollhaugen September: Dancing Dragonfly Winery Wheels & Wings Weekend Krooked Kreek Golf Course Community Fair Osceola Braves Amateur Baseball Osceola Bazaar October: Pumpkin Express THE GREAT OUTDOORS November: Doe on the Go, Eagle Bluff Trail Seasonal: Farmers’ Market Standing Cedars Land Conservancy Stower Seven Lakes Trails ATTRACTIONS Ridge View Trails Historic Downtown Cascade Falls Trail Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway Riverwood Canoe Rental Cascade Falls Osceola Landing-swimming, St. Croix Art Barn beach, boat launch www.saintcroixriver.com 42 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Vintage Train Ride Board a vintage train in Osceola to take a trip back in time where the St. Croix Valley Railway offers scenic excursions along the River and through the valley. First class dining, Champagne Brunch, Pizza Train and Pumpkin Express are delights for all ages.

A Variety of Dining and Lodging Experiences Osceola restaurants, taverns and new outdoor patios connect you to views of our natural areas while you will enjoy a great selection of food and fun- fresh breakfast pastries, juicy burgers or gourmet meals. Don’t forget to treat yourself to a visit to one of the nearby local wineries for wine tasting or a vineyard tour. For places to stay overnight, try one of Osceola’s Bed & Breakfast Inns or enjoy a weekend in a local hotel.

Come join us and make your memories last CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING • CLASSES • WALK-INS CREATIVE WORKSHOPS • PRIVATE PARTIES 211 1st Ave. • Osceola, WI 54020 • 715.294.0143 Check out our calendar of events and register for workshops at www.thegranaryframeshop.com www.saintcroixriver.com 43 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide TAYLORS FALLS | minnesota

Village on the St. Croix River

Whether you are looking for a fun road trip with the family, Treasures on Main a romantic getaway or some extended time away from it all… Stroll Main Street to find treasures in the antique shops, try the Taylors Falls is the perfect place. local restaurants, coffee shops, and ice cream parlors-a culinary treat. If you are planning an overnight stay make reservations at The Historic Angel Hill District–Rich with History the “old Jail Bed and Breakfast”, a former jail house converted to This quaint section of Taylors a B&B. Falls is reminiscent of a New England village. Make time to Climb Aboard see the 1855 Folsum House, Don’t miss the opportunity to board an authentic paddle wheeler, the 1861 Methodist church the Taylors Falls Princess or Taylors Falls Queen to have a acenic and the Schoolhouse built in boat trip on the River; or rent a canoe or kayak, to see the river 1852 the oldest in the State. up close. Folsom House Interstate Park & Wild River State Park Visitors to Interstate park enjoy climbing the cliffs of the River Dalles, canoeing the flat-water, shooting the rapids in a kayak, or relaxing on an excursion boat. Quiet and removed from signs of civilization, Wild River Park is on the upper “wild and scenic” portion of the river. The park offers camping, trails for hiking and biking, good fishing and in the winter cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

FALLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Vibrant Business. Vibrant Community. “Uniting St. Croix Falls and Taylors Falls Businesses” (715) 483-3580 • www.FallsChamber.org CITY OF TAYLORS FALLS (651) 465-3580 www.ci.Taylors-Falls.MN.us EXPLORE CHISAGO COUNTY (651) 674-5664 • Explore.ChisagoCounty.org

ATTRACTIONS Wild Mountain Recreation Area Minnesota Interstate State Park Lions Park and Boat Landing Wild River State Park Adventure Falls Mini Golf William O’Brien State Park Pleasant Valley Orchard Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours Swedish Immigrant Trial Taylors Falls Walking Tour Historic Folsom House Museum EVENTS Angel Hill Historic District Wannigan Days Franconia Sculpture Park Taylors Falls Lighting Festival www.saintcroixriver.com 44 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide ST. CROIX FALLS | wisconsin

The City of Trails

In today’s crazy, complex, gigabyte-per-second world, thank In the Spring , Summer, and Fall the St. Croix Falls area goodness we have our trails. Nothing virtual about this – it’s provides opportunities for kayaking canoeing, fishing, birding, all real. Fill your lungs with fresh air. Immerse your senses in hiking, rock climbing and more. In the Winter months enjoy the natural beauty as you run, walk, or ride your favorite trail downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fat tire in the St. Croix Falls, network of trails. The Ice Age Trail with biking, snowmobiling and its western terminus in St. Croix Falls highlights the effects of more. melting glaciers on the landscape. The 98 mile Gandy Dancer Trail, popular with hikers, cyclists, ATV enthusiasts, cross- Gateway to the Upper country skiers and snowmobilers, runs through the north St. Croix woods from St. Croix Falls north to Superior, WI. Overlooking a unique and beautiful stretch of the St. FALLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Croix River, St. Croix Falls, Vibrant Business. Vibrant Community. is a quaint, community with “Uniting St. Croix Falls and Taylors Falls Businesses” breath taking views of the (715) 483-3580 • www.FallsChamber.org River; a bustling Main Street where visitors are sure to CITY OF ST. CROIX FALLS enjoy browsing through (715) 483-3929 • www.CityofStCroixFalls.com unique shops. POLK COUNTY INFORMATION CENTER 710 Hwy 35 South • St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 Surrounded by Nature (800) 222-7655 • www.PolkCountyTourism.com Interstate Park is Wisconsin’s oldest State Park, established ATTRACTIONS Chateau St. Croix and Dancing Wisconsin Interstate Park Dragonfly Wineries in 1900. Located along the Historic Downtown St. Croix Falls St. Croix National Scenic St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Events Riverway, the Park provides Visitor Center Falls Sampler City of Trails Biking & Hiking Spring Awakenings Celebration breathtaking views of the The Dalles of the St. Croix River Music on the Overlook river valley and a steep-sided Gandy Dancer State Bike Trail Wannigan Days gorge – The Dalles of the St. Ice Age Trail Polk County Fair Lions Park and Boat Landing Ribfest River Spirit Sculpture at Severson Bike and Foot Race Events Memorial Overlook Park AutumnFest & Craft Fair Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Education Park Rivertown Holiday

www.saintcroixriver.com 45 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide POLK COUNTY | wisconsin

Some places make you feel like a local. Others turn you into one.

Polk County is filled with charming towns and villages surrounded by picturesque farms, lakes, streams and a National Wild and Scenic Riverway.

Whether you are looking to relax on shore or take advantage of a wide variety of water activities Balsam Lake, Clear Lake and Turtle Lake are rare and beautiful places to visit. Balsam Lake – one of the most popular tourist destinations in northwest Wisconsin rests on the southwest shore of Balsam Lake. Enjoy a The Place Where People go to Pay Tribute to refreshing relaxed change of pace Nature in Clear Lake. Feed by living Spend time exploring Interstate Park, the oldest state park in springs the lake is excellent for Wisconsin, Straight Lake State Park and Wildlife Area, just 12 both swimming and fishing. Turtle Lake is home to Turtle Lake miles northeast of St. Croix Falls, or the 14 mile Stower or Seven Casino and the St. Croix Band of the Chippewa Indians. Don’t Lakes Trail. TheIce Age Trail is one of only 11 National Scenic miss the annual Pow-Wow held in late June. St. Croix Falls, with Trails located entirely within Wisconsin. It is a premier hiking trail its charming Main Street, grew up with the lumbering era that and conservation resource for silent sport and outdoor enthusiasts. relied on the St. Croix River to move logs downstream. Amery The 98 mile Gandy Dancer State Recreation Trail follows the is nestled on an isthmus between the Apple River and the three old Minneapolis-St. Paul and Sault Ste. Marie railroad grade, lakes of – Pike, North Twin and South Twin. The Apple River, in from St. Croix Falls to Superior, WI. In Polk County, the trail Amery, with its gentle rapids makes it very popular for canoeing, passes through Centuria, kayaking, tubing and fishing. Milltown, Luck, Frederic and Lewis, WI. The short Come Play in our Backyard distances between these Experience quaint towns makes the community Gandy Dancer the most celebrations user friendly trail in the like Milltown’s Midwest with easy access Fisherman’s to local restaurants, Party, be amazed lodging, parking and at Osceola’s other local scenic trails community festival and parks. “Wheels & Wings” Photo taken by Courtesy of W.F. Johnson offering airshows, Winter Solstice Chase Woolly Mountain Bike Trail car and motorcycle shows, crafts and food. Board a Vintage Train in Osceola and take a trip back in time with a scenic excursion POLK COUNTY INFORMATION CENTER along the River. Cushing Fun Days features a soapbox derby for 710 Hwy 35 South • St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 adults! (800) 222-POLK (7655) • www.PolkCountyTourism.com www.saintcroixriver.com 46 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide www.saintcroixriver.com 47 2019 Saint Croix Valley Visitor Guide Year-Round Getaway On the St. Croix River New Main Street Hotels & Vacation Home Rentals! • America's Prettiest Towns voted • Top Midwestern Small Towns to Visit • Most Romantic Places

River Cruises • Golf • Boutiques • Festivals • Foodie Scene • Bike Trails

Art Galleries • Historic Inns & Mansions • Wineries & Breweries • Antiques

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BOUTIQUE DISTRICT 4 EVENTS CALENDAR

HISTORIC WALKING TOUR

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