
I will admit that the Japanese beetles and spider mites would have taken a significant bite if I didn't stay on top of them, but there are easy methods for control. I did use some miracle grow soil after a while, and mixed up some garden miracle grow (blue solution) and treated them every 7-14 days as directed. I dug a hole, put them in and watered them almost everyday in this drought of a summer. I did not do anything special to get them going, like Dan said, they are weeds they will grow. The Centennial were my 'worst', and I think I could list a dozen reasons why, but all things considered even with no cones, the roots/crown established itself so mission accomplished anyway. Both Nugget and Cascade are still growing and putting out burs into late September. The Nugget did very well, even though there was a snafu getting them established, but they finally took JULY 1st, and I still got an ounce (dry). The Cascades blew up, for a first year I harvested almost 2 pounds of wet hops (about 10 oz dried). The 'starts' were already established shoots between 3 and 9 inches long with roots and all, dug right out of the ground of a very large crown/established plant. Yes, there will be a silent auction, as well as a 50/50 raffle.I am a first timer outside the Madison area (very close to Gorst Valley actually), and I bought 'starts' from a neighbor that had established plants. Yes, DJ Bob Richardson will be playing music from 5 PM to 9 PM. We do not, however, have any pre-arranged transportation. We highly encourage taxis and public transportation if you have over-indulged.

If you need to leave, make sure you have your entry bracelet on and you will be readmitted. Hors d’oeuvres are included in the cost of your ticket. Raised Grain Brewery, New Glarus Brewing Company, Lake Louie Brewing, Central Waters Brewing Company, Toppling Goliath Brewing Company, Titletowwn Brewing, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Alaskan Brewing Company, City Lights Brewing, Leinenkugel's Brewery The event will begin at 5 PM and continue with drinks, food, and fun until 9 PM. Having your receipt will just speed up the check-in process. Don’t worry if you forget or lose your receipt we will have a master list. Once you buy your ticket through the Middleton Baseball & Softball Good Hops Event site you will get an email. You must be 21 years of age to attend this event (we will be checking ID’s). There is no limit on how many tickets you can purchase.

Tickets are available online at M iddleton Baseball & Softball Good Hops Event. Your ticket includes craft beer and wine tasting from a variety of area breweries and wineries, hors d’oeuvres, music, silent auction and raffles.

Tickets are $50 per person purchased in advance or at the door. Interested in volunteering with setup, raffles, pouring, silent auction, cleanup or other duties? Your volunteer hours count toward your program participation support - sign up here. Note: breweries subject to change based on beer availability. You will be able to sample beers from these breweries: Raised Grain Brewery, New Glarus Brewing Company, Lake Louie Brewing, Central Waters Brewing Company, Toppling Goliath Brewing Company, Titletown Brewing, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Alaskan Brewing Company, City Lights Brewing, Leinenkugel's Brewery Good Hops is our organization’s primary annual fundraiser. Thank you to all those that have put in the time planning, contributing donations, or have signed up to volunteer. Check back for a list of silent auction items. Good hops, good food, good friends, good times, all for a great cause! Have fun with our Silent Auction, 50/50 Raffle, food and music.
