I’ve been writing Wisconsin outdoors guides for over 15 years, including 60 Hikes Madison , and I’m a big fan of our state park system. Here in Mad Town we’ve got some obvious stunners nearby: the magnificent Devil’s Lake; Governor Nelson right across Lake Mendota. But I love to push a few favorite…
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Aahhh, football. Thanksgiving is approaching and to truly be ready for Turkey Day, prep by loading your plate with a feast of football. Cheer on the best high school teams in Wisconsin. See the first postseason college bowl game in Wisconsin state history. Jump Around with the Badgers. All on…
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Throughout the pandemic, there’s nothing I’ve enjoyed more than gathering outdoors with friends, a good cocktail in hand. As long as it was safe to do so, we’d huddle around a streatery table or patio to enjoy a crisp, new alcoholic treat — a means to stay connected during turbulent times. The…
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Do you love brunch? One of my favorite reasons why I love living in Madison is for the food scene, especially brunch. Even after living here 10 years, I still haven't been to all of the restaurants our city has to offer. For me, brunch is not only a midday meal where you can wake up later and enjoy…
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Crisp air and leaves changing color all around the isthmus. Take a drive out of the city to a nearby farm. Apple picking, pumpkin patches and corn mazes await. Support local farms. Make lasting memories. And if your weekends are a little more open this fall, make a point to try them all. Enchanted…
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Madison occupies ancestral Ho-Chunk land, a place their nation has called Teejop since time immemorial. We acknowledge and honor their history, and recognize the ongoing dedication and importance of Indigenous culture to these lands. Our family has lived as guests on these lands for more than 15…
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Whether it’s been a while since you’ve visited Madison or you’re a student returning once again to the UW-Madison campus, there are plenty of new things to do and see in our fair city. That’s one of the many wonderful things about Madison. Even if you’re a local, the area always seems to continually…
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When my husband and I were looking to move and upgrade our Madison-area home a few years back, I really only had one requirement. It had to be close to downtown. Even with my student days behind me, the Capitol and isthmus continue to call my name on a regular basis. Now as a local business owner…
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On any given day in Madison, from below-zero mornings to balmy afternoons, you’ll see people running pretty much wherever you look. It’s a favorite activity here in the Capital City, so it’s no wonder that Madison has been named one of the fittest places in the country time and time again. With more…
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Destination Madison hosted Alisha in the summer of 2019 to get an East Coast perspective on our great city. After the lost year of travel in 2020, we’re excited to share her thoughts as we head into the return to Madison travel. After more than a year of stay-at-home orders and recent vaccinations…
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