I really don't know what else to call it because some call the ones in Kansas "Midwest". Anyway, if I am not arrested by Scott Walker's secret police for being subversive because I am calling for the eyes of America to look at it's historical heartland to see we are under attack by those who impose their will over us. The avarice of the ultra-right is boundless and they equate freedom with wealth and religious fervor with intrusive, cruel and dictatorial control of both our minds and bodies. The threat is is not imminent. IT IS HERE...NOW! If you do not stand up today, tomorrow you will be on your knees. OK...end political rant.
So I've been talking with Steffy Jean about some possible things to do. We've decided that the upper Midwest meet-up will be in Wisconsin Dells, the funnest place in the Midwest. I've thought of a few places we could visit as a group and this was pretty difficult since there is so much to do in town and the surrounding areas. Here are some of the options:
Circus World Museum: although it's not in the Dells, it's nearby and can be quite fun for...what is the old phrase...children of all ages. It would be fun if any of you had families and wanted to relax with them. They are open 9AM to 6PM. Prices $15 adults $13 senior citizens $8 children 5-11 and children under 5 are free.
Wisconsin Dells Ducks: People always say these tours are fun. I probably haven't ridden a Duck since I was in primary school. I'm not sure how long the rides are. The prices are $20 a person or $15 if you order in advance but the tickets are non-refundable.
The Upper and Lower Dells boat tours: These are fun for the nature lovers. Travelling up and down the Wisconsin River viewing rock formation. The lower tour you just look from the boat. The upper tour has docks where you can get out and walk around. I can't go on one of the hikes because of a rock formation in the path. It's called Fat Man's Misery. A complete tour is $31. I think the tours are about 2 hours in length so I figure this one may be out because you probably would be disgusted with me after 4 hours. We could get a group rate if we had 20 or more people.
Kalahari Water and Theme Park: It's a combo deal and if we get 10 or more people then it would be $38 a person for all day access to both parks. And if the allure of theme parks or water parks loses it's luster, there are bars inside the Kalahari and a movie theater next door.
Another thing with the Dells is that it's the mini-golf capital of the world. I think the best deal is Pirates Cove. They have a group rate for every 10 people, 1 gets their game free. 18 holes of golf is $5 a person and $4 for every additional 18 holes. They also have a group rate of $10 for unlimited golf and access to their fun center which includes giant checkers and chess, pedal cars, and sand play area.
Also I think I can swing karaoke for the adults at a local bar, the haunted one I write about. If that isn't appealing there is always the casino or the strip clubs. If you have any questions feel free to ask. We haven't picked a date as of yet. I guess I'm trying to get the itinerary planned before the date. Oh and if you need accommodations I can send you lists of hotels or campgrounds. And if the Dells isn't too your liking, there's always Wonewoc.
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