Relax. Retreat. Repeat. Welcome to Green Lake Country! Located about 1.5 hours northeast of Madison and 45 minutes southwest of Appleton, this region of Wisconsin consists of five communities: Berlin, Green Lake, Markesan, Princeton and Ripon. Green Lake Country is...
10 Ways to Experience Wisconsin Agriculture
Here in Wisconsin, you’re never too far from a farm. Agriculture is one of the things we do best, and agricultural tourism is taking off all across the state. Whether it’s a visit to a working farm, picking a juicy apple right off the tree or even enjoying a delicious...
10 Vendors to Look for at Wisconsin Farmers’ Markets
Each year I dread their ending come fall, and excitedly anticipate their beginning come spring. I’m talking about fresh fruit, veggies, cheeses, flowers and crafts locally made and locally sold. Farmers’ markets…they’re back! Look for these great Something Special...
Kim Bremmer: America’s Dairyland to me is the Coolest Place on the Planet
Wisconsin is full of people who are passionate about the dairy industry. Meet Kim Bremmer. Kim launched Ag Inspirations as a vehicle for farmers to share their stories and to better connect people with where their food comes from. Kim, in addition to being the owner...
8 Perfect Springtime Getaways in Wisconsin
cab·in fe·ver (noun) - irritability, listlessness, and similar symptoms resulting from long confinement or isolation indoors during the winter Suffering mild to severe symptoms of cabin fever? No worries. There’s a cure for that! Here are seven perfect springtime...
Something Special from Wisconsin™: 12 Ideas for a Romantic Valentine’s Day
All right, fellas (ladies too). Valentine’s Day is coming up and I know romanticism doesn’t always come easy, but we’re here to help. We (with the help of our friends at Something Special from Wisconsin™) have come up with some romantic trips, gifts, chocolates and...
10 Small Towns in Wisconsin That are Totally Americana
Wisconsin is dotted with charming destinations that are the epitome of “Americana.” Here are 10 that come to mind and should be on your travel list.
Wisconsin’s #1 Park Place Is a Stunner
Regarded as Wisconsin's Park Place - for good reason - Janesville is a total gem of a city. I think travelers have overlooked Rock County's largest community but I know firsthand that Janesville has plenty to offer its visitors, whether you're into enjoying the great...
16 February Festivals to Attend in Wisconsin
By the time February rolls around, Wisconsin has already endured a couple months of winter. Hibernate? Nah. Celebrate? Of course. Here are some of Wisconsin’s best February festivals: Winterfest (Lake Geneva) Vote on snow sculptures at the U.S. Snow Sculpting...