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 Oshkosh EAA AirVenture Museum
Pioneer Airport
at the EAA AirVenture Museum, is one of the premier General Aviation
museums in the country, and one of our favorite places to fly a kite once a year. The entire airport is a replica of an old airport from the early days
of aviation. It makes for an ideal area to fly kites because of the large open runway and green spaces.
With the EAA AirVenture Museum right next door, and the strong winds from the west, Pioneer airport is a great place to hold a kite festival, at least
for the one day of Wings on Strings in June of each year.
The EAA AirVenture Museum opened it's door in 1983 and has been a huge tourist attraction each year, and especially in July during EAA AirVenture,
an air show and convention attended by thousands of airplanes and aviation enthusiast throughout the seven days. Imagine over 20,000 airplanes and 750,000 people in attendance. WOW!
 On
the Ground
Oshkosh is located in North Eastern Wisconsin, and is accessible
via several major highways.
Oshkosh is:
1-1/2 hour drive from Madison
2-1/2 hour drive from Chicago (via I-90/94)
1-1/2 hour drive from Milwaukee...BE AWARE THAT THE FREEWAY SYSTEM IS DOWNTOWN MILWAUKEE IS UNDER EXTREME CONSTRUCTION. ALLOW PLENTY OF TIME TO ARRIVE!
 In
the Air
Oshkosh's Wittman Field, is located minutes from downtown
Oshkosh. Wittman Field is also a great airport for General Aviation
to fly into. Park at Basler Aviation and take a short ride to the EAA AirVenture Museum. Wittman
Airport (osh) is a small regional airport
owned and operated by Winnebago County. Wittman Airport is know as the "General Aviation Capital of the World"
It is the busiest airport in the world during July of each year.
Hotels/Motels
Greater Oshkosh is home to some of the Midwest’s finest
hotels, as well as a delightful cross section of other accommodations
– from campgrounds to bed & breakfasts, motor lodges to
full-service resorts. Choose the property that best fits your needs
and experience Oshkosh's Genuine American hospitality. Our pick for a great hotel is the Marriott Fairfield Inn
in Oshkosh. It's a easy ride to the field!!For
more information on Oshkosh, www.oshkosh.net.
Food
Oshkosh is known for its fine cuisine! There is something
to tantalize any taste – from German, to Italian, French,
Irish, Mexican, Indian, Greek and English, to brats, burgers and
frozen custard. You are certain to find a spot that satisfies your
craving – the choice is yours. The choice for great custard is easy..LEONS
Custard Stand, located on the North side of the city. Just ask Yves!! Oooohh, it's so goooood! DON'T FORGET, Gift of Wings does sell
food and drinks during all events. Great tasty Johnsonville Brats, hot dogs, and Palermos Famous pizza!
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