How a Wisconsin writer picked up geocaching to stay connected to her late sister
Have you ever picked up a hobby because a friend or relative was really into it? Did you try to ...
BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin finds ‘bird joy’ at Tenney Park in Madison
Orioles, pelicans and snowy owls are a few of the hundreds of species that birdwatchers are on the lookout for ...
1979: One quarter’s unexpected odyssey
When’s the last time you stopped to look at your spare change? For writer Ron Weber, one ordinary find leads ...
Natural Bridge State Park is a good hike for humans, dogs alike in Wisconsin
Wisconsin State Parks are full of wonders -- for human visitors, and for their dogs, as well. WPR's Anya van Wagtendonk ...
Door County a dream for Wisconsin stargazing with theater under the stars, Dark Sky park
It’s the first day of summer and WPR’s Wisconsin Road Trip series is highlighting the best stargazing spots across the ...
The scoop on blue moon: How Wisconsin grew to love the nostalgic ice cream flavor
Blue moon ice cream is a staple at roadside shops throughout the Upper Midwest. But where did this Smurf-colored treat come ...
Viroqua’s Driftless Books & Music is part of Wisconsin’s growing indie bookstore scene
Even in our era of two-day shipping and instant downloads, many booksellers are finding that readers still want the connection ...
Craft distillery elevates cocktail culture in Stevens Point
Stevens Point is a river town with the nickname “City of Wonderful Water.” There’s a new distiller in town turning ...
Sober Social’s Kristi Tanner is reimagining Wisconsin’s drinking culture
There's a shop in Middleton that has rows of bottles, mixes and cans — but none of them contain alcohol. ...
Ashland motorcyclist earns Guinness World Record after global journey
Growing up on a Northern Wisconsin farm, Bridget McCutchen felt freedom. “I like to joke I was raised in a ...
Three generations tap maple trees during Saint Patrick’s season
While it might be a sappy thought, the sweet syrup that comes from the O’Brien Family Maple Grove outside New ...
Milwaukee nonprofit builds boats and confidence with local youth
All Hands Boatworks, a nonprofit based in Milwaukee, has grown from humble beginnings to a significant local influence over the ...
Whisking up inclusivity: The story of Kickback Cafe
In the vibrant heart of downtown Oregon, a unique establishment has risen from a blend of passion and necessity: Kickback ...
How to become the fastest egg roll wrapper in Wisconsin
Cooking — and eating — traditional family dishes can often be the highlight of a person's year. For writer Yia ...
Wisconsin Life: Kickapoo Valley Reserve
In the season finale, Angela Fitzgerald visits the Kickapoo Valley Reserve in the heart of the Driftless Area to learn ...