Upcoming Events
Cruise into the History of Lake Mendota
See Madison from a different point of view with Lake Mendota historian Captain Don Sanford, author of On Fourth Lake: A Social History of Lake Mendota. Don will offer completely different but equally fun narrated cruises on Lake Mendota, as well as two history and nature walks through Tenney Park and along the west bank of the Yahara River.
Marshall Boat Cruises are two hours long aboard one of their pontoon boats. Cruises depart from Marshall Park, 2101 Allen Blvd., Madiso.On these cruises we’ll spend our time exploring the west end of the lake. Make your reservation: MadisonBoats.com.
Madison School Community Recreation (MSCR) pontoon boat cruises are three hours long. Learn all about the lakeshore between Tenney Park and University Bay. Cruises depart from the Tenney Park pier at 1615 Sherman Ave, Madison. Seats fill up quickly so make your reservation early! MSCR.org
History and Nature Walks are a free leisurely, two-hour hike through Tenney Park and along the west bank of the Yahara River. We’ll learn about lifeguards, businesses and Madison philanthropists. We might even see a beaver or a muskrat. Bring your umbrella if it’s raining. cityofmadison.com/parks/events
Private Cruises: If you have a boat or a friend with a boat, enjoy a truly unique experience with Don as your guide for a two- or three-hour trip around Lake Mendota. Contact Don for details.
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DATE |
TIME |
TRIP |
DEPARTS |
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Sat., May 2nd |
1:30-3:30pm |
Madison Friends of Urban Nature (FUN) History Walk |
Tenney Park |
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Fri., June 12th |
5:00-8:00pm |
MSCR Social History Cruise |
Tenney Park |
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Thurs., June 18th |
5:00-7:00pm |
Marshall Boats History Cruise** |
Marshall Park |
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Sat., July 4th |
1:30-3:30pm |
Madison Friends of Urban Nature (FUN) history Walk |
Tenney Park |
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Mon., July 6th |
5:00-8:00pm |
MSCR Social History Cruise |
Tenney Park |
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Tues., July 7th |
9:30-11:30am |
Marshall Boats History Cruise** |
Marshall Park |
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Thurs., July 16th |
5:00-7:00pm |
Marshall Boats History Cruise** |
Marshall Park |
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Tues., July 28th |
9:30-11:30am |
Marshall Boats History Cruise** |
Marshall Park |
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Thurs., July 30th |
5:00-7:00pm |
Marshall Boats History Cruise** |
Marshall Park |
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Mon., Aug. 3rd |
5:00-8:00pm |
MSCR Social History Cruise |
Tenney Park |
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Tues., Aug. 4th |
9:30-11:30am |
Marshall Boats History Cruise** |
Marshall Park |
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Thurs., Aug. 27th |
5:00-7:00pm |
Marshall Boats History Cruise** |
Marshall Park |
**dates for these cruises are subject to change. Check madisonboats.com for details.
Do you need a speaker?
Don is also available for private charters or talks for your club or neighborhood group. Send him an email for more details.
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Known by locals as Madtown or The City of Four Lakes, Madison, WI is full of fun and unique things to do. We asked local experts to share the top things new residents should seek out to get the full experience and make Madison feel like home.
Whether you’ve just moved into an apartment in Madison, WI, are looking for a rental house in the city, or you want to buy a home in the area, this list of unique things to do in Madison, WI will help you get to know this hidden gem of the Midwest like a local in no time.
Read the full article here: 10 Unique Things to do in Madison, WI | ApartmentGuide.com
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