by Discover Wisconsin | Jan 31, 2019 | Family Friendly, History, Outdoor Recreation, Things To Do, Winter
Fresh snow. Northwoods vibes. Winter athletes. And lots and lots of cowbells. Simply put, there is nothing quite like the American Birkebeiner & Kortelopet. As the first- and second-largest cross-country ski races in North America, the “Birkie” and...
by Discover Wisconsin | Jan 29, 2019 | Things To Do
I often get asked how I got into Pilates. The question always brings me a bit of discomfort, because the answer reminds me of my ex-husband. “Go get a hobby” is what he told me, “get a gym membership.” I had just moved to Texas with my new husband–young and...
by Discover Wisconsin | Jan 22, 2019 | Arts & Culture, Food & Drink, Things To Do
What happens when you challenge three talented and award-winning Wisconsin chefs to create three different dishes using the same variety of cheese? Magic! If Wisconsin is well known for anything, it’s got to be for our award-winning cheese! So we decided to have three...
by Discover Wisconsin | Jan 21, 2019 | History, Outdoor Recreation, Things To Do
While filming a recent episode of Discover Wisconsin, our crew became quite acquainted with some absolutely amazing places to stay in towns like Bayfield, Cable and Hayward. And so, I made a list of those very places—just for you! Bayfield County Rustic Yurts...
by Discover Wisconsin | Jan 10, 2019 | Food & Drink, Things To Do
Wisconsin’s unique supper club history is the star of an upcoming episode of Discover Wisconsin. “Wisconsin Supper Clubs” will explore the fascinating stories behind the state’s beloved culinary tradition. The show will launch on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire,...
by Discover Wisconsin | Jan 9, 2019 | Things To Do
By, Mary Rauwolf Every parent has dreams for their child. They want them to be healthy and happy, with friends and people to love and who love them back. When they laid my son, Conrad, in my arms, I had all of these dreams and many more for him. Unfortunately, he was...
by Discover Wisconsin | Jan 4, 2019 | Ho-Chunk Nation, Things To Do
If you’ve never been to a casino, the idea of going for the first time can be daunting. So, we’re doing the investigative work for you: We spoke with our friends at Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison to get a few insider tips as to how pick the right games and have the best....
by Discover Wisconsin | Dec 21, 2018 | Food & Drink, Things To Do, Winter
Sometimes, there’s nothing better than sipping a hot drink on a cold winter day. Thankfully, Wisconsinites have no shortage of tasty, warm beverages to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a classic take on a cold-weather staple or something with a more modern...
by Discover Wisconsin | Dec 13, 2018 | Fall, Outdoor Recreation, Summer, Things To Do
I love hiking in Wisconsin. I’m also appreciative of a great view. To me there’s really nothing more refreshing than taking in a hike in the open air and being rewarded with a postcard vista. I’ve been to just about every corner of Wisconsin through my travels with...
by Discover Wisconsin | Nov 27, 2018 | History, Outdoor Recreation, Summer, Things To Do, Winter
Did you know that a free national park flows right through Wisconsin? The Namekagon River is, hands down, one of Wisconsin’s most beautiful waterways. It’s part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway in northwest Wisconsin, which is the only river managed by the...