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12 Uniquely Wisconsin Holiday Gift Ideas

12 Uniquely Wisconsin Holiday Gift Ideas

It happens every year: You get stuck buying for those notoriously impossible-to-impress relatives. I feel your pain, disheartened shopper, I really do. That is why the Discover Wisconsin crew has done the research for you and compiled our list of top uniquely...

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Events Round-Up: November 2014

Events Round-Up: November 2014

This Must Be The Place (Sheboygan) Now through February 22  @ 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Some places persist despite distance in time or space. The John Michael Kohler Arts Center in Sheboygan presents original installations, sculpture, photography, film and work by vernacular...

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10 Things You Didn't Know About Kenosha

While filming in Kenosha last summer, our crew discovered this city is all about unexpected fun. But that's not all we learned. The locals taught us a few things about "K-Town," too... It hasn't always been "Kenosha." The Potawotomi first named the area "gnozhé,"...

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14 Places to Ski and Snowboard in Wisconsin

14 Places to Ski and Snowboard in Wisconsin

Love it or hate it, the winter season is upon us. Here’s the upside: The best way to endure the long cold months, is to embrace it! And I mean really embrace it. How do we do that, you ask? The short answer: by hitting the slopes!
Now let’s be clear, despite the fact we both sport a ginger ‘do, I am no Shaun White. But that doesn’t mean I don’t have an awesome time attempting to ski and snowboard here in Wisconsin. That’s the great thing about this state – there really are parks and resorts that cater to winter lovers of all abilities, from novice (me!) to expert (not me…).
So unpack your board or skis from storage and take a virtual journey with me to 13 premier skiing and snowboarding destinations in Wisconsin. We’re drifting down fluffy snowbanks, winding past frozen lakes and meandering through Wisconsin’s backwoods…

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Meet Our Sponsor

We’re excited to partner with Something Special from Wisconsin™ (SSfW) as a sponsor of The Bobber Podcast by Discover Wisconsin. Since 1983, SSfW has been helping local producers shine by showcasing authentic Wisconsin-made products. Their iconic red and yellow logo guarantees that at least 50% of a product’s ingredients or production activities comes from right here in Wisconsin.

As our sponsor, SSfW shares our passion for celebrating the people, businesses, and traditions that make Wisconsin unique. Look for the SSfW logo at grocery stores, farmers’ markets, and restaurants to discover high-quality, homegrown products made with pride in Wisconsin!

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