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Once untamed, this region is the stuff of folklore and fact, made famous by the lyrics of Gordon Lightfoot's song, “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.” Today, visitors are drawn to the haunting beauty of Lake Superior, in many ways still untamed.
In the far north, the Apostle Islands, 22 in all with a corresponding 12-mile stretch of shoreline and sea caves, are incredibly scenic, swept with lighthouses and shipwreck remnants. Sailing and kayaking are nearly mandatory for outdoor enthusiasts. So is searching out the state's most spectacular waterfalls. When the snow falls, the siren sings her song for those who love cross country skiing and snowshoeing throughout the region. If you've come this far north, you must experience Big Top Chautaqua in Bayfield. Most every night during the balmy summer months, Big Top presents original historical musical theatre and contemporary entertainment under the big tent overlooking Lake Superior.
Heading south, you'll land in Hayward, a community with loads of northwoods charm. Hayward plays host to the world renowned Birkebeiner cross-country ski race and the annual Lumberjack World Championships. For fishing lovers, there's the National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum in the shape of a jaw-dropping 143-foot-long, 41-foot-tall musky, full of fishing history and memorabilia, perfect for an area chock full of pristine lakes.
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Bayfield In Bloom | |
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Event Details: Bayfield celebrates the glory of spring with a month-long celebration "Bayfield in Bloom". Come visit and enjoy the vibrancy of 24,000 new daffodils that welcome you into this quaint harbor town. As the countryside and waters of Lake Superior come to life, the colors of the season are lush with blooming wildflowers, apple blossoms, and creeks rushing with cool, clear water. The land awakens to offer visitors a wonderful array of activities. The tradition of Wisconsin Public Radio’s Larry Meiller bringing his live broadcast of “Garden Talk” to Bayfield continues. For the 6th year,on May 16th, you can join the studio audience at the Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion for the kickoff event of “Bayfield in Bloom” which also includes an “Ask the Experts” session. The 2008 “Bayfield in Bloom” schedule of activities includes the plant sales, garden tours, golfing events, the Apple Blossum Run and more. Visit www.bayfield.org for more information |
Event Dates: May 16, 2008 to June 15, 2008 Event Time: ongoing Event Contact Phone: 800-447-4094 Event Web Site: http://www.bayfield.org/visitor/bayfieldbloom.asp |
