Explore Outdoor Madison with Your Dog
It’s no secret that Madison is an outdoor lover’s paradise — but not just for humans, for dogs, too. There’s nothing better…
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Trails & Trees: Hiking UW-Madison Arboretum
Nature wonderland. A cheesy but accurate description of “The Arboretum” or “The Arb,” as locals call it. It’s a research center and visitor destination with restored prairies, woodlands, wetlands and gardens ready to ramble year-round. The Arboretum was established in 1932, with the goal…
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Bike the (Fitch) 'Burg
Summer is the perfect time to explore Fitchburg’s bike trails. This Bicycle Friendly Community is a major biking hub in Dane County, and has easy access to some of Wisconsin's best bike trails. But biking in Fitchburg goes beyond your typical out-and-back trails. Your biking adventure can include…
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7 TV Shows & Films to Transport You to Madison
Looking for some entertainment? Here are some short films made in Madison. Bucky on Parade Documentary Watch the story of how Bucky on Parade began, how the statues were created and the lasting impact on the Madison community and beyond…
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Madison Coloring & Activity Sheets for Kids (and Kids at Heart)
Flex your creative muscles with our coloring and drawing sheets. Great for kids and kids-at-heart. Available to download or color digitally. More coming soon…
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Top 3 Fall Running Routes
With cooler temps in the air and the leaves changing to an array of beautiful colors, fall is the perfect time to explore Madison with your running shoes on. Read on for three suggested routes—each with varying distances but all with beautiful surroundings, guaranteed. Load up your phone with a…
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Best Views for Biking & Hiking
Greater Madison is known for its many miles of biking and hiking trails — all 200 miles of them. But we’re also renowned because we’re one of just five Platinum-Level Bike Friendly Communities in the country! Being on an isthmus and surrounded with scenery sculpted by glaciers makes ours a…
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Water Sports You've Never Tried, But Should
Madison was named Fittest City in America by Fitbit, and also happens to be home to five area lakes. Looking for a way to refresh your fitness routine? Why not experience the lakes at the same time and try out one of these five water sports that are becoming a big deal in Madison. SUP SUP isn’t just…
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