Travel Wisconsin has asked some big names, local celebrities and hometown favorites to share their favorite Wisconsin vacation spots, personal memories and beautiful photographs all to help you “Picture the Fun”in Wisconsin. Enjoy!
Justin Williams
Justin is a reporter for Fox 6 in Milwaukee. Downtown Dining: The Milwaukee Public Market
Jason Wilde
Jason Wilde covers the Packers for ESPNMilwaukee.com and ESPNMadison.com. He lives in De Pere, Wisconsin with his wife Paula and daughters Madison and Sydney. Connect with him at twitter.com/jasonjwilde Wilde’s Wisconsin Vacation: Fishing in Minocqua
Gilbert Brown
Gilbert Brown is a former nose tackle for the Green Bay Packers. He played 125 games for the team, recording 292 tackles including 7 sacks. Dubbed “The Gravedigger,”Brown was a major defensive part of the 1996 Packers team that won Super Bowl XXXI. His 15 playoff games for the green and gold is the second most in franchise history. Brown is currently the head coach of the La Crosse Spartans of the Indoor Football League. Gilbert Brown Gallops Thru Wisconsin
Kyle Cherek
Kyle Cherek is the host of Wisconsin Foodie. He has been featured on the Travel Channel’s “Food Wars” now in its second season. Kyle is a born-and-bred Wisconsinite and sees the state as an amazing place full of history, craftsmanship, and artisanal dispositions, all of which are continually pushing culinary and sustainability trends forward. Connect with Kyle at twitter.com/KyleCherek. Unexpected Attractions in Door County
William Henderson
William Henderson is a former fullback for the Green Bay Packers. He played his entire career in a Packer uniform, earning a reputation as a durable and effective player. Named to the Pro Bowl in 2004, he has blocked for six of the top nine individual rushing efforts in team history. Henderson was selected as Green Bay’s ’Unsung Hero’ in 2001 for his efforts on the field and in the community. On July 23, 2011, Henderson will be inducted into the Packers Hall of Fame. The Packers Hall of Fame Tour with William Henderson
Jerry Huffman
Jerry Huffman is a journalist who used to produce television specials promoting the Greater Milwaukee Open. Best Wisconsin Golf Moment: Bill Murray, Hank Aaron, and Me
Mark Metcalf
Mark Metcalf is an accomplished actor, writer and director now living in the Milwaukee area. He is best known for his roles in the film “National Lampoon’s Animal House, and the TV shows “Seinfeld”and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.”Mark Metcalf’s Picture of Fun: The Milwaukee County Zoo
Neil Hoffman
Neil Hoffman has been president of Wisconsin’s only independent, non-profit four-year college of art and design since 2007. Before leading MIAD, Hoffman served as president of Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles and of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. A nationwide expert in the accreditation processes for institutions of higher learning, he is also a lifelong advocate of the arts and community arts education. Hoffman is a member of the Greater Milwaukee Committee’s Quality of Life Committee and served as co-chair of the Creative Coalition Planning Task Force that led to the development of Creative Alliance Milwaukee – connecting commerce to creatives. Finding Heritage at Old World Wisconsin
Elizabeth Kay
Elizabeth Kay is the co-host of The Morning Mix on 99.1 FM. Whitewater Rafting Adventures with Elizabeth Kay
Mark Murphy
Mark is the President and CEO for Super Bowl XLV Champs, the Green Bay Packers. Door County: A True Jewel of Wisconsin
Jay Filter
Jay Filter is a photographer from Milwaukee. You can see his work at: http://www.jayfilterphotography.com. Where’s Ken Burns When You Need Him!?
Mike Miller
Mike Miller co-anchored the weekend evening newscasts on WISN 12 and provided special reports for the weeknight newscasts and local programming specials. As a broadcast journalist for 32 years, he earned numerous awards from the Associated Press, the United Press International and the Milwaukee Press Club. Living in Lake Country
Dick Chudnow
Dick Chudnow is a longtime Wisconsin resident and creator, owner and a part-time performer of the ComedySportz franchise (22 clubs throughout the U.S., England and Germany). Dick, along with Hollywood comedy icons Jim Abrahams, David Zucker and Jerry Zucker also founded Kentucky Fried Theater, an improve show originating in Madison, WI and later produced in Los Angeles. Dick also went on to be a contributing writer on such comedy classics as, “Airplane,” and “Spy Hard,” as well as act in various other films and television productions. Life Is Supposed To Be Fun
Tim Gantz
Tim Gantz is co-owner and president of Noah’s Ark Water Park. Pack in the Fun!
Tom Mitchell
Tom Mitchell is the drummer for Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua, a year round non profit performing arts organization. They operate from an intimate 900-seat, all-canvas, state-of-the-art tent theater, producing and presenting a fifty-plus night summer season of concerts, plays, lectures, and a highly acclaimed professional local troupe which performs original multi-media musicals in the tent and on tour. Their Ten Radio Show airs weekly and showcases live performances from the Big Top stage, is aired on public radio stations throughout the country. Big Top Chautauqua celebrates their 25th Anniversary in 2011. Life’s Good, Under Big Top Chautauqua
Omar Shaikh
Omar Shaikh is partner and president of SURG Restaurants group, including Carnevor, Ryan Braun’s Graffito, Umami Moto and Charro (Milwaukee and Brookfield). Connect with him at twitter.com/OmarSurg. Family Fun in Wisconsin Dells
Lola Roeh
Lola Roeh is the General Manager of The Osthoff Resort. Favorite Wisconsin Getaways
Mark Van Guilder
Mark Van Guilder plays center for the Milwaukee Admirals in the American Hockey League. Lake House Fun in Lake Geneva
Linda John
Linda John is the Executive Director of Visit Eau Claire. A Fun Girls’ Weekend in Stockholm and Pepin
Brian Kelsey
Brian Kelsey is the Peninsula Players Managing Director in his 5th season with the Players. Follow Peninsula Players on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/PenPlayers. Also, join the Peninsula Players Group on Facebook. A Family Getaway in Milwaukee
Dave Fantle
Dave Fantle is the Deputy Secretary of Wisconsin Tourism. David Zucker Puts His Comedic Stamp On Wisconsin Commercial
David Zucker
David Zucker is a film director, producer and screenwriter whose notable works include The Naked Gun trilogy, Airplane!, Scary Movie 3 and Scary Movie 4. A Shorewood native, David is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Hollywood or Not, Wisconsin Will Always Be Home
Tony Ziehmke
Tony Ziehmke is a ski industry professional with more than ten years experience in rental shops, instruction and mountain operations. He has a degree in Ski Area Business Management and currently services and sells snowmaking equipment. Tony tries to make it out onto the slopes at least three times a week. Hit the Slopes: Enjoy Winter with Wisconsin Skiing and Snowboarding
Jon Greendeer
President Jon Greendeer was elected President of the Ho-Chunk Nation on June 7, 2011 and was sworn into office on July 6, 2011. He received his associate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Marathon County where he served as vice president of the student association, ambassador, and the President of the Native American Student Organization. Jon obtained his bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, where he served as Multicultural and Diversity Issues Director for the Student Government Association and served as a delegate to the United Council for both universities.
Jon began his career with the Ho-Chunk Nation in the office of the president as the executive administrative officer where he managed the nation’s executive directors. Jon also worked for the Ho-Chunk Nation personnel department as the Grievance Review Board Chairperson and Mediator. President Greendeer resides in Stevens Point with his wife, Chris and his two daughters, Brittany and Rio. Exploring the Biking Trails of Steven Point
