Community Spotlight: Gills On The Wolf – A New Chapter Begins on the River
- Taylor Berndt
- Apr 9
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 10
There’s something exciting stirring along the Wolf River in Weyauwega—Gills On The Wolf, the beloved riverfront bar, grill, and marina, is getting a fresh start thanks to a passionate, tight-knit family ready to bring new life to a local favorite.

Purchased in October by Valyssa and Luke, along with Valyssa’s parents Brenda and Al, sister Alexa, brother-in-law Sean, and their children Breyer, Rowen, Colton, and Karsen, Gills On The Wolf is officially reopening this May. The family shares a deep love for boating in the area, having spent countless summers on the water, and has always dreamed of having a place on the river. That dream grew into something even bigger when they came across Gills for sale.
“We originally just wanted a cottage, but once we saw the bar and marina, we knew this could be something really special,” said Valyssa. “It had a cool history, great bones, and the opportunity to not only be our place on the river—but a space to share with the entire community.”

Since taking over, the family has spent months deep-cleaning, painting, and upgrading kitchen equipment to get the space ready for a full food menu and summer fun. From serving cold drinks and tasty eats to offering pontoon rentals and boat slip reservations, Gills On The Wolf is gearing up to be a hot spot for locals and visitors alike.
✨ Here’s what you can look forward to this summer at Gills On The Wolf:
🍔 A full bar & grill menu (coming May!)
🚤 Pontoon rentals (fishing or cruising)
⚓ Seasonal boat slip rentals
🍹 A lively, family-run atmosphere
🎯 Job openings for cooks & bartenders
Located right on the river in Weyauwega, Gills will be a perfect spot to dock, dine, and unwind.
As Valyssa puts it, “The community has been so welcoming already. We truly can’t wait to meet everyone, share laughs, good food, and enjoy this new adventure together.”
📞 Want to book a boat, reserve a slip, or join the team? Call (920) 867-2844 or message Gills On The Wolf on Facebook!
🎉 Here’s to a new season on the river—cheers from Gills On The Wolf!
Follow along for updates, and make plans to float on by this summer! #SupportLocal #WolfRiverLife #WegaFremontNews #GillsOnTheWolf #Weyauwega #WeyauwegaFremontNews
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