Beautiful location. Amazing food. Superb classes and o structure Going back again in Augustread more

Madeline Island School Of The Arts offers training for artists, quilters, photographers, and…read morewriters at both its main facility, in Wisconsin, and in satellite locations such as Bar Harbor, ME, Tucson, AZ, and Santa Fe, NM. I'm reviewing the writing class, held in Tucson, which was a disappointing experience. The teacher is clearly knowledgeable and holds one of the highest prizes in journalism. The training ostensibly focuses on how to improve one's writing from a conceptual level. You'll learn narrative structure and techniques, how to audit your own work, and be inspired by some great examples. But it's pretty clear the teacher would rather be doing something other than holding forth for a half-dozen people who are either aspiring authors or mid-career writers looking to improve their skills. The prickly personality and lack of engagement on display really took away from the experience. They seem world-weary and somewhat bitter. I got my money's worth, absolutely, even if the teacher was reading from their yellowed notes. But if you're going in looking to sit at the feet of an inspirational person, who will make you feel like they've read the material you submitted, displays enthusiasm about your work, and is prepared to share personal feedback, I advise looking elsewhere.

Hidden away in Gurney, Wisconsin-it was only a 23 minute (15miles) drive from Copper Falls State…read morePark. Well, you're obviously into waterfalls-why not go to an less travelled waterfalls? Maybe this is a rhetorical question, but we didn't know that this little gem was so close by. Yes, there are steps to view the best vista of the falls. Believe me-it's worth it. Bring your sneakers or hiking boots because you are gonna wanna check out this area and it's not set up for lots of tourists (i.e. dirt trails not asphalt trails). Bathrooms are kinda rustic too. There's a shelter by the parking area. I only wish I could have gotten here by bicycle *sigh*

Very nice experience. Beautiful falls and just a short walk from lot. There are a few stairs.read more

We had a lot of fun at the park. The facilities were very clean and nice. We stayed in campsite 32…read moreand really enjoyed it. The campsites have a good amount of foliage and feel private. The park feels remote considering you have to take a car ferry and drive to the other side of the island to get there. Firewood was available for $9 a bundle up by the office. We hiked a few of the trials--lagoon ridge train was not kept up, there are signs alerting of this. The walk by the beach and the water was very nice. The flies were bad when we went, and so were mosquitoes, but it probably had to do with the time of year! We went into town several times, they have one small grocery store and a few bars and restaurants. Overall a great experience and would go back!

We came here on the ferry from Bayfield (super easy, but recommend having your car on the ferry if…read moreyou plan to head out here) and had a great time hiking. I was a little confused on where I was supposed to park for the trails, but there's essentially one road so you just kinda figure it out as you go (I went the wrong way the first time, maybe a 2 minute detour). We parked near the beach access area, and started off on the trails. We took the Woods Trail to the Point Trail to the Bayview Trail -- and it brings you right back to the same place. I recommend doing it in this order (which I think is counter-clockwise?) versus the reverse. While the Woods Trail is in a lovely, lush green woods, after seeing the rocks and lake sites along the other trails, the Woods Trail would be a very boring way to end. Starting with the Woods Trail, it's only better as you go along. I hiked with my senior large dog, and he did just fine on the paths. Pretty clear markings and nothing super treacherous if you don't venture out on to the rock formations. Dogs are not allowed on the beach or boardwalk (big sad face), so we went back to town after the hike. Along our way, we saw a small black bear crossing the road! Quite an adventure. Depending on date and time, might be limited food options on the island, so have a plan and check out your options ahead of time.

We had an amazing time on the sea cave kayak tour with our family. From check in, to the adventure,…read moreeveryone was super kind, and informative. Highly recommend. A+

what an experience! our tour guides were wonderful and fun. it was a once in a lifetime experienceread more

We are members and the manager, Isaac Shrider is refusing to allow my son access to private swim…read morelessons based on his disability status. My son doesn't know how to swim and just needs extra time one on one with someone It is already prepaid. His reply to me in email-so my son doesn't meet the qualification below because he is disabled? "Private swim lessons are available for children and adults who would like individual instruction to further their swimming ability and/or for those whose schedules do not fit our regularly scheduled lessons. All Private Lessons are taught by a Red Cross Certified Instructor." I donated my time to the Rec Center as a volunteer to help them fundraise for their wheelchair lift and hot tub repair. He either needs a refresher in how to treat folks with disabilities equally or have someone else connect with me. The former director, Scott Armstrong would have never.

The fact that it offer swimming lessons for all school children K-12 is reason enough to come here…read more An amazing recreation center for a city the size of Bayfield.

I've normally had a good experience at Mt Ashwabay but today it was't so good. I checked the prices…read moreon the website and saw that it was $18 from 1:00 to 4:00 so that is when I planned to go, because I didn't have much time anyway. As it was I got there a little after 2:00 and was eager to get out on the slopes. When I got my ticket I was charged $25 and when I questioned it I was told that the $18 rate didn't start until 3:00 and I would have to speak to the manager, John (I think it was). I tried to find him and in the end they had to radio for him. Finally he showed up and said they would charge me $18 but he didn't seem too happy about it and didn't apologize about the website being incorrect. I said "well it did say it was $18 at 1:00 on the website". He said something like "well I'm giving you the $18 rate aren't are." He wasn't apologetic and seemed really unhappy that he had given me the lower rate. I don't think this is good customer service. I love to come up to Bayfield for the weekend because there are a lot of cool things to do so we try to cram a lot in. This makes time tight. Next time I may skip Mt Ashwabay and go somewhere else instead.

4 stars only because I didn't get to experience all the slopes. But this is really 5 stars for the…read moresuperb teaching staff! Scott took my 6 yo nephew and another boy from the group and patiently coached them enough to take the chair lifts up to the easiest green slope successfully. I felt like Scott knew exactly what he was doing the whole time. Steve & Tim were also very good and helpful with the older kids. After ski school, we went on the slopes but stuck to the easy greens & played on the tubing hill. It was a blast! Afterwards, hit the bar for some hot chocolate & beer. What a great first time experience! I can't wait to come back for the other slopes & cross country skiing!

We rented a cabin cruiser from Brad and Karen for a day. Boat was in great shape and they were…read moresuper knowledgeable and accommodating, moving our reservation twice for us. Once on the account of bad planning on my part and once on the account of weather. I can't recommend them enough.

Wow, what a find! I really wanted to take a boat tour while I was visiting the Apostle Islands so I…read morecould see the fun sites you can't really see from shore in Bayfield or on Madeline. Karen at Adventure Tours was a total rockstar in helping me get a tour booked. I came a bit early in the season and with my dog, so getting a date and a group willing to travel with a dog was a bit challenging. Karen was constantly communicating with me while I was up there trying to find a group for me to go out on the boat with. And she did! We'd been chatting back and forth while she was checking the best date for the weather, and we were able to have a wonderful tour! Captain Lauren was likewise a rockstar and our all-lady tour (except for my male pup) was a total blast. I love that this tour was in a smaller speedboat and there were only four of us plus dog plus Captain Lauren. We got to chat and mention things we might want to know and see, and Lauren was a trove of information and fun facts. We also were able to get closer to some of the cooler islands and rock formations than the huge commerical tour boats we saw further out in the water. We got to naviate inside some of the sea caves and look out at the big boats who couldn't fit or get this close. This was 100% the way to go for a water tour. I cannot recommend this option enough, and extra love for being dog friendly.

We had a stunning 2h tour with our guide and owner or part owner (?) Mason. Paddling in these caves…read moreis so much fun. I was unsure to book with this company as they had no reviews on yelp. Apparently he went on his own after the prior business split up last year. He only takes groups of up to six people which makes the tour so much more private. He explains really well the facts about the area and is easy going. I can fully recommend him and his new company.