Candlelight Skiing

Looking for a fun way to enjoy the snow this winter?  How about Candlelight Skiing or Snowshoeing?

The Wisconsin DNR website has 27 events listed for January and February in Wisconsin State Parks.  To find an event near you check here Candlelight Events

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Outdoor Sport Snow Conditions

If you love winter outdoor sports, here's where you can keep up with where to find the snow.

Travel Wisconsin has an interactive snow report, with information frequently updated on snowmobile trails, downhill and snowboarding hills and cross-country skiing trails.  Currently many ski hills have been making snow and are open, while trails are still mostly bare or in poor condition.

Get your snow report here Snow Conditions Report

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Display at the Capitol

If you visit the Capitol building in Madison this holiday season you will find a Christmas Tree in the middle of the Capitol rotunda decorated with ornaments made by school children, along with a menorah, a nativity scene, a sign and a "Winter Solstice Nativity" and a "Seinfeld"-inspired Festivus pole.

To see a picture of the Christmas Tree and news stories about it's journey to Madison see this story from nbc15.com UPDATE: Wisconsin Capitol Christmas tree lit

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Guide for Holiday Events

The County Register of Wisconsin is a bi-monthly magazine of specialty shopping and fun events. If you check out their "Events & Sales" page you can find a list of locations across Wisconsin that are hosting holiday activities in November and December. Get unique Christmas gifts this year and shop Wisconsin small businesses. See the list here County Register of Wisconsin

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Great River Road

The Great River Road is a 2,340 mile scenic drive through 10 states that follows the Mississippi River. The Wisconsin section of this road runs 250 miles from Preston to Kieler and is considered one of the most scenic drives in the US.

2013 is the 75th Anniversary of this national byway, beautiful to visit any time of year. Get more information about road and attractions along the drive at Wisconsin Great River Road.

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Great Corn Mazes

Visiting a corn maze is a great way to enjoy the outdoors in autumn.  Travel Wisconsin has a great article about six "a-maze-ing mazes".  Check it out then grab the family and head out for a day of fun. Wisconsin's A-maze-ing Mazes of Maize

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Fun in the Fall

Sunny, crisp autumn days are here, and getting outdoors to see the trees in full color are just one of the great things you can do to celebrate the season.  The Wisconsin DNR website has a "Explore Outdoors" guide to help you find all the activities and events year round in State Parks, Trails and Natural Areas - check it out Explore Outdoors

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Wisconsin Science Festival

Celebrate science across Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Science Festival is coming September 26th through 29th.

Although the festival is centered in Madison, events will be taking place all across the state. Learn 3-D printing, the science of coffee, understand nanomaterials, see earth from space, connect art and science and many other fascinating topics.

Get the complete list of events and locations from the festival website Wisconsin Science Festival or visit their Facebook page Wisconsin Science Festival

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Big Wisconsin Trees

There are trees, and there are big trees, then there are Champion Trees. 

Champion Trees are counted among the largest in the nation, and Wisconsin has three: a Black Spruce in Taylor County, a Northern Pin Oak in Portage County and a Peachleaf Willow in Milwaukee County.  A former Champion, the McArthur Pine in Forest County, named for the famous General, was felled by lighting in 2001.

To find out more about big trees in Wisconsin, check out these websites:

Nature-Wise by Roy Lukes

Wisconsin's National Champion Trees

Tall, bark and definitely handsome

Top Trees Madison's Oldest Celebrities Have Their Story Told

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State Cow Chip Throw

Only in Wisconsin! If you are looking for a unique way to celebrate Labor Day and Wisconsin don't miss the 39th Cow Chip Throw and Festival in Prairie du Sac.  This annual event draws crowds of 40,000 for the two day event, this year held Friday August 30th and Saturday August 31st at Marion Park.

There will be 3 Cow Chip Throwing Competitions: Corporate, Kids, and Adults.  The record is 248 feet.  There will also be music, great food, an arts and crafts fair, and lots of fun. See all the details and schedule of events here Cow Chip Throw

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Bluegrass Gospel Festival

A weekend of great music for the whole family - the 15th Annual Buffalo River Valley Bluegrass Gospel Festival is coming to Mondovi August 16th to 18th.

Lots of great music, along with kids activities and instrument workshops make up this family oriented weekend. Get directions and schedule here Buffalo River Valley Bluegrass Gospel Festival

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55th Annual Pioneer Days

This weekend, July 26th-28th, visit beautiful Butternut for the 55th Annual Pioneer Days at Butternut Community Park.

All weekend enjoy rides, face painting, food and entertainment. Friday There will be Little League Games and a reception for author Kourtney Heintz at the American Legion. Saturday includes a Softball Tournament, Fun Run, Snake Show, Pioneer Days Queen Coronation and Fireworks. Sunday don't miss the Parade, Horse Pull and Juggling.  A great weekend of fun for the family.

For all the events and times see this event poster Pioneer Days

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Vacation

Planning a Wisconsin vacation?  Or maybe a staycation? Check out the tourism links at BuyWisconsinLand.com and "experience fun" in Wisconsin. BuyWisconsinLand.com - Tourism and Government Links

Discover Wisconsin

It's the longest running travel show in the nation; Discover Wisconsin has been on the air for more than 25 years. Each week a different city or area of the state is featured with historical and tourism information showing off the beauty and riches of Wisconsin.

Has your favorite area in Wisconsin been featured?  Are you looking to learn more about different parts of Wisconsin?  You can check out old episodes and find out what coming on the show's website discoverwisconsin.com

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Kid Friendly Camping

As most parents will tell you, taking children anywhere can be a challenge. But if you're looking to spend some time camping this summer with your little ones, Travel Wisconsin has put together a list of some great child friendly campgrounds.  Being outdoors and keeping the kids happy, now that's a good vacation. 

Check out these eight family ready campgrounds here Kid Friendly Camping in Wisconsin

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Dairy Breakfasts and More

June is Dairy Month - and across Wisconsin you can find towns hosting Dairy Breakfasts every weekend.

If you want to include a farm fresh breakfast to start your weekend off right, check out Dairy Days of Summer.  This site highlights many of the Dairy Breakfasts across the State, as well as other fun family events for June, July and August.  Dairy Days of Summer

Happy Eating!

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2nd Annual State Veterans Reunion

Saturday May 18th join the fun at the Second Annual State Veterans Reunion Information Fair and Community Picnic from 10AM-10PM at Grand Rapids Lions Park in Wisconsin Rapids.

There will be lots of good food, a mock military camp, firing of M119 Howitzer, guest speakers, kids games, items for sale and more.  Admission is free, and proceeds from activities will benefit Honor Flight.

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Visit a State Park - For Free

Planing a trip on one of Wisconsin's State Parks? Here's a way to make the visit a little sweeter.

The North Face is currently offering Free State Park passes and Discount Camping coupons at many of their locations. For a list of stores giving out the passes and locations of Wisconsin State Parks visit their website The North Face Explore Your Parks

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40 Years for the International Crane Foundation

In 2013 the International Crane Foundation is celebrating its 40th year of saving the world's crane population. Their efforts have saved wetlands and increased crane populations as well as improved peoples livelihoods on 5 continents.

Located in Baraboo, it is the only place where you can see all 15 crane species. The ICF is open to the public April 15th to October 31th from 9AM to 5PM.  There are tours available in the summer, or just come visit the birds or hike the trails. Find more information about cranes, visiting the foundations or donating at the International Crane Foundation website savingcranes.org

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Work Play Earth Day

The 5th Annual Work Play Earth Day is coming and the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks are looking for lots of volunteers to help.

 

Events will be held over 4 Saturdays: April 13th, April 20th, April 27th and May 4th at 20 state parks, trails and forests. Volunteers will clean up trash, rake leaves, paint picnic tables and buildings, plant trees, build memorial benches, prepare campgrounds and make the park ready for another year of fun.

 

For a list of which parks are holding events and how to sign up to help visit the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks website Work*Play*Earth Day 2013

 

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Friends of State Parks Make Parks Better

Keeping our State Parks looking good and running smoothly isn't just a job for the DNR. Many parks have "Friends of the Park" groups that volunteer to help keep the parks clean, make repairs and hold fundraisers.

16 of these groups have recently received matching Stewardship grants for updates to our parks. See this article from the Wisconsin DNR Weekly News about these grants and the projects the "Friends" will be undertaking.

MADISON – A new marsh boardwalk at Horicon Marsh, a new accessible cabin at Harrington Beach State Park and a group picnic shelter at Rib Mountain State Park are among the improvements that will be made thanks to 16 state park friends groups that received matching grants from the Knowles Nelson Stewardship Program.

The State of Wisconsin Building Commission last month approved the release of $248,600 in Stewardship property development funds for the 16 friends group projects that will begin this spring and summer after contracts are issued in early March 2013. These friends groups are providing a total of $668,000 in cash match for these projects.

Full story 16 ‘friends groups’ receive Stewardship grants for state park, forest and trail improvements

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Spring Sports Show

The 73rd Annual Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Spring Sports Show starts tomorrow through March 10th at State Fair Park in West Allis.

This huge event featuring all things outdoors will run Wednesday - Friday Noon-9PM, Saturday 10AM-9PM and Sunday 10AM-6PM.  Some of the highlighted activities include Stihl Ironjacks Timber Team Lumberjack show, Donnybrook Kennel and the Milwaukee Dog Training Club with the 2013 Sports Show’s Fastest Retriever competition, Usinger’s Outdoor Grilling Stage, Lake-Link.com and the most respected professional anglers and hunters with advice and tips, Wisconsin Buck and Bear Club will score your buck ($10 fee, bring your antlers), a Shooting Simulator, and much much more.

Check out the interactive floorplan and get schedules and event times here Milwaukee Sport Show

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American Birkebeiner

The American Birkebeiner, or "Berkie" is the largest cross country ski marathon in North America. It is comprised of many races, but the premier events are the 54 km (34 mile) classic and the 50 km (31 mile) freestyle races from Cable to Hayward. Over 10,000 people take part in the Berkie each year.

The 40th Annual Birkebeiner takes place February 21st to February 23rd. Registration for this year's eighteen races has past, but there are many events all around Hayward to enjoy before and after the races.

Find more information, event and activity times, and a history of the race here American Birkebeiner

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Winter Wisconsin

No, this isn't about things to do in the snow.

Up in Sawyer County you will find the Village of Winter!  It wasn't named for the season, but for John Winter, a railroad man who help develop logging in the area.

Any time of year is a great time to visit Winter, which sits near the center of the Tuscobia State Trail, and near the Chequamagon National Forest and Flambeau State Forest. Many sites for camping, fishing, hiking, ATVing, hunting and more are all around the area.

Check out Winter Wisconsin.

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Attention Fishermen!

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has just released the 2013 Fishing Guide, listing all the season dates for each species.  They also have a 2013 Fishing Calendar, which includes fishing dates, how to identify game fish, and more.

Both the guide and calendar are free and downloadable from the DNR Website Fishing season booklet and 2013 fishing calendar now available

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Cross-County Skiing

Wisconsin is a great place for Cross-Country, or Nordic, Skiing.  Over 700 miles of trails to explore, and events such as candlelight skiing, make this winter sport very popular in the state. It's a great way to get outdoors and enjoy winter's natural beauty.

Check out more information on trails and skiing events at Travel Wisconsin Escape to the X-C Trails

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