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A friend called the Longbranch “a quirky
curio shop of a bar.” While the name conjures up images of Wild West cattle drives and gunfights, the atmosphere is
pure Wisconsin marsh country. Speaking of which, the Longbranch squats at the edge of the Germania Marsh State Wildlife Area
like a fat bullfrog. The area is home to some of the strangest ghost stories in the
state and has its share of tall tales. One Longbranch regular whispered an odd tale of amorous spirits that visit in the
night to consummate their love of living flesh. This account gave new meaning to the phrase “they all look prettier
at closing time” and reduced my inclination to take him up on his offer to let me pitch my tent on his spit of land
out in the marsh. Another talked of a local variation on Bigfoot. Then there are the fifty year old stories of flying saucers.
Hey, they’re just getting started.  This is the home of the 2 1/2 pound “Hippo Burger”, and therein lies one of Wisconsin’s strangest legends.
A decade ago, fisherman in the area were accused of mental disorder and intoxication when they reported seeing a full grown
hippopotamus in local rivers and swamps. It turned out the critter had escaped from a game farm. Ultimately the animal was
destroyed after capture efforts failed. Thus the “Hippo Burger.” No one is talking if indeed a hippo haunch
still occupies a freezer locker. (Click on the image of the
Hippo Burger to see a larger view and to see pictures of people eating Hippo Burgers)
There is a small colony of Madison East Siders who park RVs and trailers in the area and add to the local color.
Just make sure that if any Longbranch storytellers are holding court that they do not turn out to be Madison cabdrivers.
They love to pull the chains of casual passersby and act the part of the backwoods yahoo. While
microbrews and imports have not reached into this bit of marsh country, the standard beers are available in around 15 varieties.
The locally acclaimed fish fry brings in a mixed crowd of local families, grubby fisherman, and weekend visitors. It’s
a congenial mixture and is remembered fondly by those whose travels bring them to Germania on an infrequent basis. Kids
and adults alike are captivated by the heavily visited bird feeders near an outside deck. Closed Mondays.  Homade Longbranch Pizza Menu
Regular or Thin Crusts 9" - 12" - 16"
Cheese
Cheese & Sausage
Cheese, Sausage, & Mushrooms
Cheese & Pepperoni
Cheese, Pepperoni, & Mushroom
Cheese, Sausage, & Pepperoni
Deluxe
(Cheese, Sausage, Musroom, Pepperoni, Onion, Peppers, & Black Olives)
Meat Lovers
(Canadian Bacon, Pepperoni, Sausage, Bacon, & Longranch
3 Cheese Blend)
Hawaiian
(Cheese, Canadian Bacon, Pineapple,
Green & Red Peppers, Spinach, & Tomatoes)
BBQ Chicken
(Sweet
Baby Rays Sauce, Cheese, Seasoned Chicken, Onions, Red & Green Peppers)
The Sicilian
(Cheese, Pepperoni, Italian Sausage, Mushrooms, Green Olives, Yellow Peppers)
 
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  GCDA Donation Information The Germania Community Development Association's (GCDA) main fund
raising event of the year will take place on Saturday, April 28th, 2012 from 11:00 AM - Midnight in downtown Germania,
WI. This is the 18th anniversary of this event that is attended yearly by hundreds of participants. The event consists
of a mock election where cash donations are collected by candidates as votes, a parade down Main Street, a large barbeque,
dancing, music, and live and silent auctions.
This year the GCDA's Unofficial Official election is for the position of Germania Farmer. Candidates
are signing up and are collecting donations for votes already. There is still time for anyone else to add their name to the
ballot and run for office. The GCDA is also looking for parade participants. Any type of automobile, truck, motorcycle, farm
implement, construction machinery, or any mode of transportation that can make it down the road is welcome to join the
parade.
The lives
of local cancer patients, accident victims, and individuals with other health issues have all been made a little easier to
manage over the years due to the contributions made to them from the GCDA. Without past donations made to the GCDA by companies
and individuals such as you, these opportunities would not be possible. That's why charitable donations from both the
public and private sector are so crucial to continue the financial assistance provided by the GCDA.
This year the
focal point of the benefit will be centered around Brody Henke. Brody was
born with microtia atresia (small ears and no canals). When he was 2 weeks old, he was fitted for a BAHA (bone anchored hearing
aid) this allows him to hear. Without the BAHA, Brody has a moderate-severe hearing loss. He needs to have surgery to
get ears and hopefully open his canals. He will have this surgery at the California Ear Institute when he is 3-4 years old.
The surgery has an estimated cost of $146,600, which does not include travel expenses.
With the help of the community,
family, friends, and prayer we hope to raise enough money so Brody will be able to have these surgeries. Thank you for the
continued support, all your thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated. Please see more information about Brody go
to http://www.brodyhenke.com/
The merchandise and
money donated by companies and individuals is where the most revenue is generated for the GCDA and is where we are asking
for your support. Any merchandise or money that you could donate would be greatly appreciated by the GCDA and the people and
organizations that are provided assistance to throughout the year.
To send online merchandise donations directly to the Germania Community Development
Association:
1.
Go online to your favorite shopping site, Amazon, Cabela's, JC Penny, etc.
2. Select any product(s) that you feel people would be interested in bidding
on for the silent and live auction. This could be anything such as a DVD, outdoor recreational equipment,
household items, electronics, etc. Every item is appreciated.
3. Change the shipping address for the order to:
GCDA
W1936 Eagle Road
Neshkoro, WI 54960
4. Your merchandise donation will be shipped directly to the Germania Community Development
Association
You can also bring all money and merchandise contributions to the address
below on or before Saturday, April 28th. The live auction starts around 3:00 PM. These contributions are tax deductible so
please contact Missy Heller and she will arrange for a receipt to be sent to you listing your contributions. The GCDA also
accepts donations by credit card as well. Please call 920-293-8448 and a GCDA representative will transact your credit card
donation for you.
Thank you for your thoughtful consideration of our request. Please contact us if you have
any additional questions.
Sincerely,
Missy Heller
Chairman Germania Community
Benefit Association
Contact Information:
Missy Heller
Chairman Germania Community Development
Association
W1936 Eagle Road
Neshkoro, WI 54960
Business Phone: 920-293-8448
Cell Phone: 920-291-5573
Email: glongbranch@gmail.com
Website: www.germanialongbranchsaloon.com
2012 LONGBRANCH SALOON EVENTS
SAT -
DEC 31st - 2011 NEW YEARS EVE PARTY SAT - JAN 21st - SQUIRREL HUNT - 3 PM check/weigh in-sign up ahead
Click here to see squirrel hunt rules
SUN -
JAN 29th SUN CHILI COOKOFF
SUN - FEB 5th - SUPERBOWL PARTY
SAT
- FEB 11th - FISHEREE ON TUTTLE LAKE - 7 AM - 4 PM
SAT - FEB 18th - SCOTCH DOUBLES POOL
TOURNAMENT - sign up SAT - MARCH 10th-
CROW HUNT 11 AM - 4 PM
SAT - MARCH 17th-
BLADDER BUST
SAT -
MARCH 24th- AMANDA BOEKER BENEFIT
SUN - APRIL
8th- ADULT EASTER EGG HUNT
SAT - APRIL 28th - BENEFIT
PARADE & LIVE AUCTION FOR FARMER OF GERMANIA
SAT - MAY 19th - FISHEREE DOWN AT GERMANIA DAM SAT - JUNE 16th - GOLF OUTING AT THAL ACRES
SAT -
JULY 21st - CANOE TRIP
SAT - NOVEMBER 3rd - HALLOWEEN
PARTY
THURS - NOVEMBER 22nd - ANNUAL FREE THANKSGIVING
DINNER
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