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Breaking News May 13, 2006 - Online Scavenger Hunt By: Karin Mast, for the Daily Tribune The Wisconsin Rapids Area Convention & Visitor's Bureau has created an online scavenger hunt about the Wisconsin Rapids Area for children and families to enjoy. Kids will learn about the unique attractions we have that make "Life So Good" here in Wisconsin. This scavenger hunt is tailored for fourth-grade-level students, but children of all ages are encouraged to try the online scavenger hunt. Families wishing to enjoy the scavenger hunt from home can access it online at www.visitwisrapids.com/kids. Go to www.visitwisrapids.com to take this online interactive quiz! 1. Although most people think I'm named after a reindeer, I actually was named for the first male child born in the town. I'm 150 years old this year and famous for my cheese factory. What town am I? (Hint: See Area Communities at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Grand Rapids b. Nekoosa c. Rudolph d. Vesper 2. Good thing Native Americans found me first because the English translation of my name is mouthful: "lake of the land of the pines"…try saying that ten times fast! Don't get a mouthful of water when you visit me in South Wood County Park to swim and play! What lake am I? (Hint: See Campgrounds at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Lake Wazeecha b. Lake Nepco c. Lake Arrowhead d. Lake Sherwood 3. Tick, tock, tick, tock…I spend my hours downtown by the great Wisconsin River. I exist to honor some of Wisconsin Rapids' earliest citizens for all their hard work in building such a wonderful community! What landmark am I? (Hint: See Points of Interest at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Pittsville Water Tower b. Memorial Clock Tower c. Robinson Park Historical Marker d. Gazebo on W. Grand Ave. 4. What a yummy way to learn! The only cranberry science class in the United States is located here. What town am I? (Hint: See Cranberry Highway at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Nekoosa b. Rome c. Wisconsin Rapids d. Pittsville 5. I'm no ugly duckling! The 14-mile stretch of road called the Trumpeter Auto Trail is named after me. What type of bird am I? (Hint: See Scenic Drives at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Sandhill Crane b. Trumpeter Swan c. Mallard Duck d. Whooping Crane 6. We named many of the lakes and rivers around the Wisconsin Rapids area long, long ago when we made our living off of animals and helped keep people warm by providing material to make coats! Who are we? (Hint: See Area History at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Lumberjacks b. Teachers c. Cheese Makers d. Fur Traders 7. I am one of two cities that joined together to form Wisconsin Rapids. There is a city in Michigan with the same name as me, and sometimes the post office would send my mail to Michigan by accident! What's my name? (Hint: See FAQs at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Grand Rapids b. Babcock c. Kellner d. Cranmoor 8. I was a papermaker and banker in Wisconsin Rapids back in the early 1900's. I built the mansion that now houses our county's historical museum. Who am I? (Hint: See Arts & Culture at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. John Alexander b. Abraham Lincoln c. George Mead d. Isaac P. Witter 9. Thanks to trees, I am made to help you do your homework! Wisconsin Rapids is home to a large factory where one sheet of this product can be made in just 20 seconds! What product am I? (Hint: See Guided Tours at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Glue b. Paper c. Pencils d. Crayons 10. There's a memorial in Wisconsin Rapids that honors the brave men and women who ride around in big, red trucks and help people. What is the memorial called? (Hint: See Attractions at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Wisconsin Rapids Water Tower b. Korean War Memorial c. Wisconsin State Firefighters Memorial d. Riverside Park 11. I'm the mighty river that flows through Wisconsin Rapids. I'm known as the lifeline of the area since I provide energy, recreation, and industrial help! What river am I? (Hint: See Area History at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Mississippi River b. Wisconsin River c. Wolf River d. Amazon River 12. I'm one of three fruits native to North America. I'm bright red and grow all over Wood County! What fruit am I? (Hint: See Cranberry Facts at www.visitwisrapids.com) a. Strawberries b. Apples c. Raspberries d. Cranberries |
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