Located at the base of Lake Winnebago, Fond du Lac (French for “far end of the lake”) goes out of its way to introduce visitors to its many charms. View the Niagara Escarpment and beautiful shoreline of Wisconsin’s largest lake from the Lakeside Spirit, Lake Winnebago’s only excursion craft. Enjoy 400-acre Lakeside Park and climb to the top of the lookout lighthouse, or ride the antique carousel. History thrives at the Galloway House and Village complex of 30 buildings including the Blakely Museum. Twenty miles to the west, Ripon is the home of the Little White Schoolhouse where the Republican Party was founded in 1854. Walking tours feature the city’s historic downtown and the campus of 150-year-old Ripon College. Nearby, Larson’s Clydesdales is nationally famous for its gentle giants. Paddock performances with grandstand seating are very popular with equestrian lovers of all ages. For more information about the Fond du Lac area, call 800/937-9123 or visit fdl.com. For Ripon, call 920/748-6764 or visit ripon-wi.com.