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include an 1870s grist mill and
a farmhouse built in the early
1900s. Take a stroll through the
site's picturesque park grounds.
richfieldhistoricalsociety.org
Tour the Edward H. Wolf
Schleisingerville to Slinger
Historical Museum, a local
history resource for the Village
of Slinger, housed in the historic
1911 Union Depot. With 2,500
sq ft of displays and artifacts,
the museum showcases the
community's vibrant past.
slingermuseum.org.
Visit the Basilica and
National Shrine of Mary Help
of Christians at Holy Hill in
Hubertus. Climb the Scenic
Tower that stretches 192 feet
(178 stairs) from its base to the
tip of its spire and experience
an awe-inspiring view of the
countryside. holyhill.com
Nature and Wildlife
Located in the middle of
Washington County, Jackson
offers plenty of natural beauty.
The Jackson Marsh Wildlife Area
is a 2,600-acre property with a
variety of terrains and habitats,
including wetlands, grasslands,
woodlots, streams and small
ponds that are ideal for birding
and wildlife watching.
Hartford offers easy access
to the Pike Lake Unit of the
Kettle Moraine State Forest's
scenic trails. Get a 360-degree
view from the top of the
Powder Hill Observation Tower.
The Ice Age National
Scenic Trail winds through the
Kettle Moraine State Forest,
including the Loew Lake and
Pike Lake units, and to Holy
Hill. It takes visitors through
communities from Slinger to
West Bend, and Kewaskum.
Visitors are encouraged to
explore the vibrant downtown
areas, featuring unique shops,
local restaurants, and more.
Visitors can enjoy camping,
hiking, mountain biking,
fishing, picnicking and
paddle sports throughout the
county. www.washcowisco.
gov/departments/natural_
resources/parks___trails
Farmers Markets
On Saturdays through October,
purchase locally grown produce,
homemade goods and more
at the farmers markets in
Hartford and Germantown,
8am-noon, West Bend, 7:30-
11am, and Richfield, 10am-2pm.
germantownwi.gov/373/Farmers-Market,
hartfordchamber.org,
Westbendfarmersmarket.com,
richfieldfarmersmarket.com
OCTOBER EVENTS
Oct. 5, 9am-4pm
Blacksmith Day/Hammer-In
Richfield Historical Nature Park
1896 State Hwy 164, Richfield.
Blacksmith demonstrations,
daily activities of pioneer life,
unique craft items, children's
activities and food. Free
admission.
Oct. 12, 10am-4pm
Harvest the Arts Festival
Main Street Downtown Hartford
Shop artists & crafters, live
music throughout, enjoy food,
beverages by Aspen Sky,
children's art center, and live
STEAMROLLER ART!
hartfordareachamber.org
Oct. 18, 5:30-9pm
Jackson Fall Festival of Fun
Glo Run/Walk, Ghoul Gala
and Beer Garden
Jackson Community Center,
N165 W20330 Hickory Ln. Jackson
Start with a 5k glo run/walk.
Play games and dance at the
Ghoul Gala, then enjoy food,
live music, a black light dance
party and the beer garden.
jacksonparkrec.recdesk.com
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The Basilica of Holy Hill and the Shrine of Mary
Glacier Hills, Washington County Park
