Green County 2023 Visitor Guide

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Dayton Embrace the space Trails and Natural Areas 69 69 39 92 92 92 92 NEW GLARUS WOODS SPUR to MADISON W D D CC CC E D Exeter Crossing Rd Hughes Rd Brooklyn Wildlife Area X Exeter Park New Glarus Belleville

Lions Car Show June 25

OVER THE RIVER AND TO THE FEST The meandering Sugar River cuts through downtown Albany with authority. Sounds of running water punctuate life here, and lines to rent inner tubes snake down the street in summer. It's a peaceful scene that packs a punch, bringing life and fun to this small community not far south of Madison. Two years ago, the Albany Chamber, in partnership with local businesses, launched Riverfest. Overcoming the insurmountable odds of the COVID-19 pandemic, Riverfest took off. David Gavin, Albany Chamber treasurer, said the overnight success was surprising and a big win for the Chamber. The fledgling organization has seen growth in recent years, largely due to more community involvement. When Gavin and his husband moved here in 2006, they knew no one and had never even heard of Albany. But the town's charm stole their hearts. It's that charm that gives Albany an edge. Future growth is inevitable, and Gavin said the Chamber is ready to pave the way with events like Riverfest. Held the third weekend in August, Riverfest is a community event any tourist would love. From cornhole tournaments to volleyball and softball games, it's that typical small-town fest with a twist. The twist being canoe races, mud volleyball in the river, and even bed races. Not to mention the requisite live music and brats and hamburger stands. “It is definitely growing,” Gavin said, and added that the Chamber provides marketing and volunteer support as well. Plans are in place to expand the festival to include bigger name bands and more food options. The Chamber is also implementing new initiatives and actively recruiting members. Gavin designed the new website albanychamber.com

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Brooklyn-Albany Rd Liberty Creek Wildlife Area

New Glarus Woods State Park

Marshall Bluff Rd

Attica

C

C

Albany Wildlife

E

Monticello

EE

Area

Amish Quilt & Consignment Auction July 29

Albany

F

Tin Can Rd

69

Bump Rd

Muralt Bluff Prairie

Feldt Rd Gutzmer Rd

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Allison Rd

FF

59

FF

Round Grove Rd

81

Brodhead

DR

Riverfest August 18-20

We've networked with the community as a whole and we're hoping to get even more involvement.

Monroe

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to DUBUQUE

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Lions Pancake Day Feb 11 FFA Alumni Tractor Show Aug 27 Christmas at the Dam Dec 2 See More Events @ albanyfirst.com And on Facebook & Online from these groups: Gap Church Albany Lions Club Albany School District

to BELOIT

Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area

Partnerships are key. From the town government, to library, schools, and Green County Development Corporation, tapping into resources and presenting a united front can only bring growth. “Previously, there was nobody (from the Chamber) working in the other subcommittees around town,” Gavin said. “We've come together and done marketing for them.” The chamber promotes the local farmers market and hosted an Earth Day event with the library. “We want to work with the village board and encourage downtown businesses,” Gavin said. “We've networked with the community as a whole and we're hoping to get even more involvement. We have a good start, but we need more.”

BADGER STATE TRAIL

Melvin Rd

SUGAR RIVER TRAIL

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Town Center Rd

Advance Rd

CHEESE COUNTRY TRAIL

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Clarno

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ICE AGE TRAIL

to FREEPORT

WISCONSIN

Jane Addams Trail (continues to Freeport, IL)

ILLINOIS

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