Sports & Recreation

Outdoor Rentals

  Art Village

1205 Second Street North, Downtown Stevens Point. Contemporary art studio and gallery featuring paint your own pottery, pottery wheels, drawing and painting studio and art classes. No appointment needed. 715-345-9500, www.artvillageusa.com

 

Portage County Historical Museum

1475 Water Street, Stevens Point. 2005 will be the first of a two-year exhibit based on children’s toys. Also houses a permanent display of Jewish artifacts. Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day on Sat. and Sun. 1-5pm or by appointment.

715-344-4423. www.pchswi.org.

 

UWSP Fine Arts Center, Stevens Point. Features exhibitions of contemporary artwork by students, faculty and guest artists. Gallery lectures and tours held periodically. Open only when school is in session, Mon.-Fri. 10am-4pm, Sat. and Sun. 1-4pm, Thur. 7-9pm. 715-346-4797. www.uwsp.edu.

 

CenterPoint MarketPlace (JCPenney wing), downtown Stevens Point.  A discovery place for children 6 months – 10 years and their families.  Hands-on exhibits, programming, an art room and more provide opportunities for learning through play experiences  for the whole family. Wed.-Sat., 10am-4pm, and second Thurs. of each month 5-8pm. $3 admission, children under 12 months free. 715-344-2003,  www.cwchildrensmuseum.org.

 

10186 County Road MM, Amherst Junction. A 300 acre environmental learning center and field station of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point College of Natural Resources. It is located 17 miles east of Stevens Point on glacial Sunset Lake. Come and learn under the towering trees. 715-824-2428. www.uwsp.edu/cnr/cwes.

 

Family oriented themed water ski shows performed every other Saturday evening at 6:30P.M. at South Bay Beach Park on Lake DuBay. From Stevens Point take I-39 North to Hwy DB Exit, left on DB, then left on Park Road. 715-693-5496. http://water-walkers.waterski.org.

 

Downtown, Public Square. Dedicated in 1853, the Farmer’s Market has been held daily, from spring-fall, for over 150 years. 715-343-5356.

 

Located in Northwest Portage County. This wildlife area is the 3rd largest in the state and features 30,000 acres of recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Hunters can hunt bear, deer, ducks, geese and small game. Bikers & hikers can enjoy a 6.5 mile trail May 15-September 1. Bird watching is always spectacular, 268 species of birds have been recorded here. Directions from Stevens Point take Hwy. 10 West, 1/2 mile west of the Village of Milladore; turn north on Hwy. S-6.2 miles to Mead(look for signs). A $2 million Education & Visitor Center opens spring, 2005. 715-457-6771.

 

Corner of Washington and Willow Drive in Plover. A historical village of buildings from the early days of Portage County. Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day on Sat. and Sun. 1-5pm or by appointment.

715-344-4423. www.pchswi.org.

 

Discover and purchase fine art at the Hidden Studios nestles in the rolling countryside of Central Wisconsin. These working artist studios will be open for visitors on Sept. 29, 30 and October 1, 2006. Meet the artists in their working environment and see how their work is created. Go to www.hiddenstudioarttour.com or call 715-824-2809 or 715-445-4979 for more information or brochures.

 

A continuous 1000 mile footpath through diverse landscapes that provides outdoor recreation experiences, preserves geological features, serves as an educational resource, provides habitat for the movement of wildlife, provides health and vigor for users, and links history and cultures within Wisconsin. Portions of this trail travel through Portage County. For more information contact 715-346-1433. www.iceagetrail.org.

 

Worzella Pines Park, Plover. Memorial statuary composed of five figures including a nurse, army and marine infantrymen, air force pilot and sailor, standing in memory of all veterans who served the state.

920-469-0369 or 920-437-9252. www.koreanmemorial.org.

 

Southside Memorial Park, Bus. 51, Stevens Point. Restored locomotive No. 2713 built in 1911 has been on display since 1955 to commemorate the role of the steam engine in the development of the community.

715-344-0619.

 

Downtown, Stevens Point. Member of the National Register of Historic Places, over 60 buildings of different architectural styles, within walking distance. Additional historic buildings throughout the city and landmarks/prominent places. For more information on the downtown or for a self-guided walking tour of historic downtown, call 715-343-5356.

 

W12180 Cty. Hwy A, Bowler. Come Where the WinningÕs Easy! Over 1,000 slots, Bingo, Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Let it Ride, 3-card Poker. National headlining entertainment. Year-round 57-site RV Park and convenience store. Championship golf course nearby. 1-800-775-CASINO or www.mohicannorthstar.com.

 

UWSP Campus, Stevens Point. Interact with the natural world. Explore the origins of Earth, discover dinosaurs, witness natural habitats and rare collections of species. Mon. 9am-7pm, Tue.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sat. 10am-3pm, Sun. 1-4pm. Semester break hours can be found on Web site.

715-346-2858. www.uwsp.edu/museum.

 

UWSP Science Building, Stevens Point. Programs designed for all ages. Mid-Sept.-mid-May: Sun. program 2pm; Night Sky program Mon. 8pm. 715-346-2208. www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs.

 

This self guided auto or bicycle tour is located on quiet, rural roads winding through glacier terrain, wooded country-side, lakes and farmland. Portage County is the first Polish rural settlement in the state and second in the United States. For a self guided map contact 715-344-2556.

 

949 Cty. Road G, Nekoosa. Offering 650 slot machines, blackjack, banquet hall, Rainbow Grille & Lounge, snack bar, free valet parking and free shuttle service.

1-800-782-4560.

 

7558 Deer Rd., Custer. A demonstration site for solar, wind, and alternative

construction technologies. Book room, library, fact sheets and tours. Open

Monday-Friday 10am-4pm.

715-592-6595. www.the-mrea.org.  

 

1200 Crosby Avenue, Stevens Point. On the riverfront at the east end of the Clark Street bridge, Hwy. 10 East. Ever changing exhibits by area and regional artists. Free admission. Tue.-Fri. 11am-5pm, Sat. and Sun. 11am-3pm. 715-343-6251.

 

Located on the corner of Water and Clark streets, Downtown Stevens Point. The Riverman Mural is a reminder of Stevens PointÕs strong logging heritage. Completed in September 2004, ÒRivermanÓ is the first of a number of murals to be painted on buildings located in Downtown Stevens Point. 715-343-5356

 

2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. Natural area preserving the wild features found within while providing trails for jogging, walking and biking. The visitor center houses the Browse Shop, where one can find a wide selection of nature inspired gifts, which is open 8am to 5pm seven days a week. 715-346-4992. www.uwsp.edu/cnr/schmeeckle.  

 

800 Main Street, Stevens Point. Exhibits decorative non-objective art created by Dr. David L. Smith. Framed art, greeting cards, t-shirts, place mats, art on magnetic sheets and coloring books for sale. 715-345-7726.

 

2617 Water Street, Stevens Point. Tour one of the oldest breweries in the country. Tours June-Aug.: Mon.-Sat. 11am-2pm hourly. Sept.-May: Mon.-Fri. 11am, Sat. 11am and 1:30pm. Gift shop open Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm and Sat. 10am-3:30pm year round. Reservations suggested.

800-369-4911 or www.pointbeer.com.

 

N7924 Wasrud Road, Iola. Enjoy a unique rural art destination in a beautiful garden setting featuring pastels, paintings, art quilts, gourds, basketry, photography and more. Open anytime year round by appointment. Located 20 miles east of Stevens Point near glacial Sunset Lake between MM and Trout Creek Roads.

715-445-4979.

 

2100 Main Street, Stevens Point. Activities to visitors include theatrical/musical performances, athletic events, special events and speakers, Museum of Natural History, Edna Carlsten Art Gallery, Aviary and Forestry Hall of Fame, Planetarium, Schmeeckle Reserve and mosaic mural.

715-346-2427. www.uwsp.edu.

 

2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. Explore WisconsinÕs environmental history and people who made the state a leader in conservation and environmental movement. Exhibits for all ages. Free. Located in the Schmeeckle Reserve visitor center; open 8am-5pm seven days a week. 715-346-4992 or www.wchf.org.

2004 Partner In Tourism Attraction Award Recipient

30.5-mile trail linking scenic natural areas that follows along the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers, accommodates recreationalists of all types in all seasons. 715-346-1433. www.co.portage.wi.us..

 

The Tomorrow River Trail is a 14-mile trail between the Village of Plover and Waupaca County. The trail is open to bicyclists, hikers, snowmobilers and horseback riders.

715-346-1433. www.tomorrowriverstatetrail.org.  

 

Approximately 10 miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking, 18-hole disc golf course, cross-country skiing/dog exercise trail, downhill skiing and a 26 field target archery course. A trail pass is required for mountain bikers and cross-country skiers. Passes can be purchased at the trail head. 715-346-1433. www.co.portage.wi.us. 

 

Hwy. 10 West, Stevens Point. This Harley Davidson themed bar and grill is located on the beautiful Wisconsin River. Fishing boat, canoe, kayak and boat slip rentals. Full bar and drink specials, famous Friday Fish Boil (during Lent), homemade pizza, sandwiches & burgers, lighted dance floor featuring entertainment. 715-344-7128.

 

1135 W Cty. Hwy. DB, Mosinee. Just north of Stevens Point, exit 171 off Hwy I-39/51. “A boating family promoting family boating.” Open 7 days a week, featuring Ranger boats, Polaris ATVs and more! Your summer and winter sales, service and rental headquarters. Renting boats and snowmobiles. www.heckels.com.

1-866-heckel2 (432-5352) or 715-341-1263

 

Best Western Hwy. 51 & Hwy. 10, Stevens Point. Experience a wilder side of Central Wisconsin by renting a bike, kayak canoe or paddleboat. Mention this listing and receive 10% off daily rentals. We also offer 25% off on rainy days! Interpretive tours and river education. Open 7 days a week. Our packages include free shuttle service within Portage County! 715-254-0247. www.naturetrekrentals.net. 

 

Off Illinois St., Stevens Point. Located on the UW-SP campus and open to the public. Rental equipment includes canoes, kayaks, bikes, tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, cross country skis, snowshoes and more. For sale are Nalgene water bottles, discs and Frisbees. Get outside and play! For more information call 715-346-3848 or check out www.uwsp.edu/centers/outedven.

 

The Wisconsin River and Lake DuBay along with several small lakes, offer miles of water for water-skiing, wake-boarding, tubing, jet skiing, sail boating and canoeing. Stop at one of the many beaches along the river or lakes to picnic or sunbathe. For access to the Stevens Point Flowage of the Wisconsin River, boat landings are available at Pfiffner/Pioneer Park, Bukolt Park and Hwy. 10 West. For access to the Biron Flowage of the Wisconsin River, boat landings are available at Galecke Park and Blue Heron Lane. For access to Lake DuBay, boat landings are available at South Bay Beach Park and Lake DuBay County Campground.

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Point Bowl

2525 Dixon Street, Stevens Point. 16 lane center which offers something for everyone, newly remodeled bar, full food menu, Friday fish and shrimp fry, buckets of fish to go, game room and cosmic bowling on Friday and Saturday’s after 9:15pm. 715-344-7858.

 

 

The Wisconsin River, Lake DuBay Flowage, Biron Flowage and several large lakes and streams in Portage County make Portage County a premier angling destination in the state. Call the Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau for more information on fishing in the area or for a fishing brochure/map.

715-344-2556.

 

SentryWorld

601 N. Michigan Avenue, Stevens Point. Ranked as one of Wisconsin’s top 5 public golf courses. Pro shop, driving range, practice green, lessons, restaurant and bar. Reservations suggested. 715-345-1600. www.sentryworld.com.

 

705 West River Drive, Stevens Point. Set along the Wisconsin River, this scenic 18 hole golf course plays anywhere from 4924 to 6584 yards. Pro Shop, Driving Range, Bar & Grill, Lessons. www.golftheriver.com.  715-344-9152.