You are invited to join your fellow UWRA members. PLATO, and the Verona Senior Center members on another partnered day excursion to northeastern Wisconsin.
We’ll begin the day at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc.
All people are connected by the waters surrounding us. Between the mighty Mississippi River and the Great Lakes bordering our state, a network of creeks, lakes and rivers traverse Wisconsin, linking our individual stories to create a larger epic that resonates with all of us. The Wisconsin Maritime Museum invites all people to create personal and meaningful connections with our waterways through engaging programs, interactive exhibits and a world-class collection. Founded in 1969 as the Manitowoc Submarine Memorial Association, the Wisconsin Maritime Museum has grown into one of the largest maritime museums in the region In addition to commemorating the maritime heritage of the Manitowoc-Two Rivers area and the submarines built here during World War II, the Museum is now a leader in preserving the maritime history of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes region.
Following lunch at Water's Edge Restaurant, Lighthouse Inn, we head to Rodgers Fishing Village to explore an 1886 historic lighthouse, shipwreck displays and artifacts, and of course commercial fishing exhibits. For over 175 years, commercial fishermen have battled Lake Michigan for their living and even today fishing tugs haul in the day's catch. There are six historic buildings that portray exciting stories. You can step aboard the 1936 wooden fishing tug BUDDY O explore fishing sheds and climb up the 1886 Two Rivers' North Pier Lighthouse for a bird's eye view of the Fishing Village.
Then we are off to tour the West of the Lake Gardens. West of the Lake Gardens is a beautiful, peaceful botanical garden with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. The six acres of gardens sit on the former estate of John and Ruth West, and feature a rose garden, red & white garden, formal garden, sunken garden, and more.
There are a few more details yet to be finalized. As always, the trip will include a surprise stop during the day! After completing our visits, we head home.
Seating is limited, so register soon! Registrations must be received no later than Wednesday, July 16.
| 7:15 a.m. |
Depart Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli Street, Verona |
| 7:30 a.m. |
Pick-up (East side) Dutch Mill Park and Ride (East Lot) |
| 8:00 p.m. |
Return Dutch Mill Park & Ride |
| 8:30 p.m. |
Return Verona Senior Center
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Lunch choices
- French onion soup/garden salad
- Perch sandwich
- Chicken/bacon melt
Departure Locations
Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli Street, Verona
East side (Dutch Mill Park and Ride (East Lot)
Map below for those boarding the bus on east side Dutch Mill Park & Ride. Please park in the "east" lot as indicated by the arrow. (east of Arby's)
Cost
$110 per person and includes bus transportation, driver tip, admission fees, meals, taxes, and gratuities.
Registration Details and Deadline
Register online. Mailed in reservations using the REGISTRATION FORM and checks are accepted. Registrations much be received no later than Wednesday July 16.
Refund Policy
UWRA refunds an event fee if cancelled prior to the registration deadline. Refunds after the registration deadline are only processed if a wait-listed registrant can attend. Refunds made by check.
Questions
Contact trip coordinator Sandi Haase at (sandi.haase@wisc.edu) or the UWRA office at 608-262-0641.
UW-Madison Retirement Association
21 N Park St, Room 7205
Madison WI 53715-1218
608-262-0641
retireassn@mailplus.wisc.edu
