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| Parks
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| Schleswig’s largest park is approximately four acres in size and includes a swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball court, ball diamond, shelter house and an improved campground. Schleswig has one additional park with playground area.
The Schleswig Visionary Committee is planning a Walking Trail with an Arboretum. The funding for the project is through grants and donations. Construction on this project will begin in 2004 and continue, as funds are available.
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| Golf Course |
| Schleswig Community Country club is 9-hole public course. The course is a Par 35 with a total length of 2708 yards. Two par 3 holes are less than 200 yards, but each is protected by sand traps. Water hazards come into play on two of the par 4 holes. |
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| During the season the club offers league play for men and women. Green fees are welcome, except on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. Cart rental is available at the clubhouse. |
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| Calf Show Days |
| The annual Calf Show Days is held in September
every year. J.A. Rohwer introduced the idea in 1948 with the
first pens corresponding with the 50th anniversary of
Schleswig in 1949. The basic purpose of the idea was to
promote the importance of beef feeding in the area and its
relation to soil conservation. |
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The tradition has stood the test of time. Area youth raise a “Pen of Five” cattle. The cattle are sold during the Calf Days Celebration that includes a parade and carnival rides. We like to brag we have the least expensive rides in the area. It’s a fun weekend, and a good time to reminisce with old friends and see the changes in Schleswig. |
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| Santa Claus Day |
| Santa Clause Day is an event steeped in tradition. On Santa Clause Day Santa comes to visit all the kids of the Schleswig area and gives each one a sack of goodies. The tradition originally started in the 1920’s by the Bendixen & Evers Dry Goods Store to promote their new Christmas inventory. It became so large that the city of Schleswig took the responsibility for handing out the goodies because all the merchants benefited from the large crowds. Today, the event is a Saturday morning event that features the arrival of Santa Clause with goodies and includes a craft show and lunch served by the local churches. |
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| Schleswig
Wine Contest |
The Schleswig Wine Contest is a prominent feature in the Schleswig activity calendar. Started in 1976, it has grown to become one of the largest homebrew competitions in the region. Normally occurring during the third weekend in October, the contest draws both wine and beer entries from a multi-state area. It is sponsored by the Schleswig Wine Club and enjoys a reputation as a quality event.
The contest offers a nationally certified beer competition and a very knowledgeable wine judging team. It is a highlight of the oenology scene and one of its major social events. Many hobbyists come to share ideas, techniques, investigate problems and generally socialize with people of similar interest from across the region. There are usually in excess of 150 entries
divided into some dozen categories. The competition is concluded by the awarding of ribbons and a banquet meal. |
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Schleswig German Band
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Grab a stein and enjoy the music. The Schleswig German Band with their festive costumes and broad smiles has been the “Ambassadors” of Schleswig for over 50 years. These talented musicians continue to honor requests and represent Schleswig in parades and celebrations throughout the area. Proud of their German heritage, their fun and enthusiasm playing German polkas is a real crowd pleaser.
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