Places of ‘Superior’ History

Posted on: 6/6/2013

Traces of the Chequamegon Bay region’s rich past are evident in the craftsmanship of Bayfield’s enduring hillside mansions and in the names of the city’s founding figures still visible in the sandstone blocks on historic downtown buildings. But beyond such incidental evidence there are a number of places dedicated to the important work of preserving stories of the past.

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Adventure Abounds on Apostle Islands Sailing Trip

Posted on: 6/3/2013

Brian Clark remembers his family's adventures sailing around the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, hiking in Frog Bay Tribal National Park, and touring the Raspberry Island Lighthouse.

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Wisconsin Getaway Ideas: Exploring Wisconsin’s Great River Road in Summer

Posted on: 5/16/2013

It starts in Prescott and flows south through Kieler. While the Mississippi River stretches far beyond the state line, Wisconsin’s Great River Road covers 250 miles and 33 charming river towns. Tackle the route for a road trip and you’ll encounter some of the state’s best hiking, biking, and bird watching, along with quaint farm-towns, museums, and more.

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Discovering Wisconsin’s History: Burial Mounds

Posted on: 5/14/2013

Between 800 BC and 1200 AD, Native Americans built over fifteen thousand burial mounds in Wisconsin. That’s more than anywhere else on the continent.

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The A-Z of Wisconsin Cheese Curds

Posted on: 5/7/2013

Yellow or white, fried or fresh, seasoned or plain, but always a tasty treat. Wisconsin Cheese curds are usually made from fresh cheddar, mozzarella, or Colby, and yes, they really do squeak when you eat them!

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Indulging Mom: Mother’s Day Ideas Across Wisconsin

Posted on: 5/6/2013

Whether it’s treating Mom to an extra mimosa at brunch, or taking her to a concert in a beautiful flower garden, we’ve got your plans covered for Mother's Day.

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The Roads to Wellness: Wisconsin Hiking Trails

Posted on: 4/28/2013

Wisconsin’s hiking trails can lead you to places of amazing hidden beauty. They can also lead you to new levels of wellness, giving you a physical workout along with the chance to clear your mind and get away from it all. Why kill time on a treadmill when you can get a great workout in the great outdoors? We’ve rounded up some of Wisconsin’s tougher trails, so even if you’re fit as a fiddle, these should be a fun challenge.

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Find a Warm Welcome at Wisconsin's Pow-Wows

Posted on: 4/23/2013

Have you ever heard of a Native American pow-wow, but weren’t quite sure what it was? Maybe you’ve wondered if you can visit a pow-wow, or if it’s a sacred ceremony not open to the public. Read on for a few things you need to know about Native American pow-wows in Wisconsin.

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And on That Farm, He Had a Wooly Mammoth

Posted on: 4/21/2013

It’s 1964, and a man cutting a drainage ditch through Kenosha farmer Frank Schaefer’s field hits something. Something that knocks him clean off his feet.

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Wisconsin Architecture’s Unique Appeal

Posted on: 3/21/2013

Wisconsin is known nationally for its state parks, lakes, and rolling hills. But the state’s man-made beauty is just as fascinating. From grandiose to off-the-wall, Wisconsin architecture has something to capture every visitor’s interest. Here’s a sampling of our favorites!

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