FDL Guide 2020

LARSON’S FAMOUS CLYDESDALES W12654 Reeds Corner Road, Ripon 17 miles W of Fond du Lac Highway 23 W to KK (follow signs) 920-748-5466

watch the peacock and chicken families, pick your own apples and pumpkins, get lost in the corn maze, or have fun in the play area. Make sure to visit The Apple House, The Farm House, and The Craft Barn.

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VINES & RUSHES WINERY 410 County Road E, Ripon 920-748-3296 vinesandrushes.com

Come visit the ranch of the famous Clydesdales. View an entertaining and personalized 90-minute guided tour and grandstand show. See a demonstration of a cart class in full harness. Get a chance to pet the baby Clydesdale. And be sure to visit the Clydesdale gift shop and museum. Open mid-May–mid-Oct. Mon–Sat 1pm tour and grandstand show. Cash only. Reservations preferred.

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Vines & Rushes focuses on using Wisconsin- grown, cold-hardy grape varieties capable of surviving Wisconsin’s winters. Visitors will experience our relaxing rural setting while enjoying a wine tasting or glass of wine. You can also choose from a selection of local craft beers at all times and wood-fired brick-oven pizza on select days. We believe in connecting with family and friends over food and drink and look forward to sharing our slice of Wisconsin with you!

LedgerockDistillery.com | N5287 Grandview Rd. Fond du Lac, WI 54937 | 920-238-9588

FAIRGROUNDS AQUATIC CENTER/WATERPARK 439 Martin Avenue 920-322-3950 fdlrecdept.com

the Northwoods League Championship in 2018. Late May–mid-Aug, the Dock Spiders will play 36 home games at Herr-Baker Field at Marian University. The Dock Spiders provide a fun, family-friendly atmosphere that everyone in the whole family will love. Tickets start at $10. LAKESIDE PARK RIDES Located at end of N. Main Street in Lakeside Park 920-923-2188 facebook.com/LakesideRides Lakeside Rides LLC is a small amusement park located in Lakeside Park featuring a miniature train, carousel, and a whip. We also offer canoe, kayak, and pedal-boat rentals. Open 11am–7:30pm, weather permitting. We

LEDGEROCK DISTILLERY N5287 Grandview Road 920-238-9588 ledgerockdistillery.com

ZIEGLER WINERY W3953 Winnebago Heights Road, Malone 920-670-0034 zieglerwinery.com

Enjoy multiple slides and interactive water play features along with a sand area and grassy areas around the pool for picnics and to soak up some sun! Concession stand also available. FOND DU LAC DOCK SPIDERS 980 E. Division Street 920-907-9833 dockspiders.com The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders are a member of the Northwoods League and won

Ledgerock is a small-batch craft distillery located on the Retzer family farm. Bourbon, vodka, gin, and moonshine are currently being distilled. Samples, tours, and retail area available. Experience a distillery on the farm only minutes from Fond du Lac. Check our website for hours and events.

Ziegler Winery is a family-owned vineyard and winery located within the Wisconsin Ledge AVA. In 2016, the first vines were planted on 5 acres of what was a former pasture. The vineyard has continued to grow to over 6400 vines on approximately 12 acres. We currently grow 11 cold-hearty grape varieties capable of surviving harsh Wisconsin winters. We offer a variety of white, red, and rosé wines all made on site. Relax and enjoy our wine on one of our two outdoor patios or by one of our two fireplaces. We also serve a selection of local craft beers and artisan cheese platters. HANDS-ON FUN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF FOND DU LAC 75 W. Scott Street 920-929-0707 cmfdl.org Experience interactive exhibits, participate in art, science, music, and maker programs! The Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac supports childhood development, utilizing innovative exhibits and programs that engage children, their caregivers, and the community in lifelong learning through play. Open Tues–Thurs 9am–5pm, Fri 9am–7pm, Sat–Sun 10am–4pm. Military, senior, and group discounts available. ELKHART LAKE’S ROAD AMERICA N7390 State Highway 67, Plymouth Only 25 miles E of Fond du Lac 800-365-7223 roadamerica.com Fast family fun in Elkhart Lake, Apr–Oct. Road racing, karting, driving schools, motorcycle training courses, team-building programs, and corporate meeting site. Tours available by appointment. Visit America’s National Park of Speed May–Sept for major public racing weekends.

MULBERRY LANE FARM W3190 County Road B, Hilbert Located on the Niagara Escarpment just 3 miles E of Sherwood 920-989-3130 MulberryLaneFarmWi.com

Children’s Museum. Photo courtesy of Casey French.

Family fun spring, summer, and fall! For the price of petting-farm admission, you will enjoy a hands-on experience as you visit the animals and enjoy the farm. You will have a chance to milk a cow, catch a chicken, kiss a pig, cuddle a kitten, hand-feed goats, ride a pony, enjoy a hayride, and more! FREE you-pick pumpkin in the fall. Seasonal times and hours of operation. Visit our website for details. RUSTIC ROAD 82 The River Drive route in the Town of Ashford is situated between Highway 67 in the north and County W in the south. Length: 9.4 miles. Paved surface. R82 is comprised of five roads: River Drive, Spring Drive, Rolling Drive, Cloverland Drive, and Katzenburg Drive. This route takes travelers through wetlands, rolling hills, old-growth wooded areas, and scenic agricultural areas in Fond du Lac County.

THE LITTLE FARMER N9438 Highway 151, Malone 10 miles N of Fond du Lac on Highway 151 on Lake Winnebago 920-921-4784 mytlf.com

Fresh apples and handpicked pumpkins, on-site bakery products, fresh kettle-made caramel, and a great selection of gifts. Ride on a tractor-pulled hayride wagon through our orchard, feed and pet the friendly goats,

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