by Discover Wisconsin | Dec 19, 2014 | Food & Drink, History, Things To Do
One of my closest friends and a lifelong Wisconsinite, was recently exiled from his homeland. While enjoying a new latitude, he was constantly reminded of Wisconsin. Wherever he went he would find contributions from the people and exports from the Dairy State. So, we...
by Discover Wisconsin | Nov 5, 2014 | Arts & Culture, Food & Drink, History
1. Wisconsin is modest about its lakes. Minnesota’s official motto may be the “Land of 10,000 Lakes”, but Wisconsin is not one to brag. The lake count comes in somewhere over 15,000, but the Wisconsin DNR modestly publishes a listing of 16,692 lakes....
by Discover Wisconsin | Nov 5, 2014 | Arts & Culture, Family Friendly, Food & Drink, History, Summer, Things To Do, Winter
Growing up in Green Bay, I’ve heard it a million times, “What’s in Green Bay besides the Packers?” And while we are proud of (ok, that’s an understatement – more like obsessed with) our team, I know there is so much more to see and do in Green Bay. So, in honor of...
by Discover Wisconsin | Sep 22, 2014 | Arts & Culture, Fall, Food & Drink, History, Things To Do
A German History of Wisconsin Compelled to leave their homeland due to crop failures and periodic epidemics, German immigrants settled the rich prairies and wooded lands of Wisconsin. The abundance of cheap farmland and a similar climate to their motherland attracted...
by Discover Wisconsin | Sep 22, 2014 | Fall, Food & Drink, Outdoor Recreation, Things To Do, Winter
Gentlemen, our time is coming. As summer winds down, we say goodbye to lawn mowing and yard work, weddings and the summer soirees our wives and girlfriends adore. Before we know it, the holidays will be upon us, filled with lots and lots of family time and travel....
