John Deere Pavilion in Moline: ag life in the fast lane
While scooting behind the wheel, I’m not sure what astonishes me more: the windshield view, or the fact that I’ve gained eyes in back of […]
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New Karpeles manuscript museum at Rock Island, Ill.
Is “fool” or “numskull” the best way to describe a poor card player? After learning a lesson, he never “tasted a drop” or “drank a […]
Lake Geneva shoreline walk: free, 21 miles
The path is clear but ever-changing. Being aware means being alert. Some surprises remain mysteries. What sounds like fortune-cookie prophecy are a few observations from […]
Laue House, Alma: retro decor, honors-system B&B
Last in a series about the wide range of bed and breakfast lodging in Wisconsin. The state contains 300-plus licensed B&Bs, including this one. — […]
Canyon Road Inn B&B: woodsy retreat near Turtle Lake
Third in a series about the wide range of bed and breakfast lodging in Wisconsin. The state contains 300-plus licensed B&Bs, including this one. — […]
Raccoon Den B&B on Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary
Second in a series about the wide range of bed and breakfast lodging in Wisconsin. Many innkeepers include breakfast for overnight guests but are not […]
Brambleberry B&B: Stay for local-food farm dinner, too
First in a series about the wide range of bed and breakfast lodging in Wisconsin. The state contains 300-plus licensed B&Bs, including this one. — […]
Ode to Green Bay: Packer passion runs deep all year
We fly Badger and Packer flags in Madison, but I know of no one who decks out the lawn in bright gold and green, complete […]
New food book also works as guide for hungry travelers
Cooking with nutritious and locally grown ingredients is easy at this bountiful time of year, and a new book offers a glimpse about which Wisconsin […]
Family-owned Alpine Resort, Door County, stays true to its 1922 roots
Ping-pong. A private beach. White wicker furniture. A screened porch. Rowboat access. A bonfire pit. Shuffleboard. Time-stand-still décor. Loyal, repeat customers. All this is what […]
Fifteen classic, popular Wisconsin summer resorts
Sincere thanks to the many Wisconsin Public Radio callers who shared their favorite classic summer resorts when I recently was a guest on “The Larry […]
Native American arts authentic at Chief Oshkosh, Egg Harbor
One of our last stops during a girlfriend getaway to Door County this month was almost an afterthought. “That place with the teepee has been […]