The International Crane Foundation, the only institution in the world to breed all 15 crane species, including the highly endangered whooping crane, is just one of the unique birding spots in the free guide "Great Wisconsin Birding & Nature Trail-Southern Savanna Edition."

When we want to take out-of-town guests to a nice breakfast or lunch, we head for the Little Swiss Village resort, west of Minocqua, Wisconsin and overlooking picturesque Blue Lake. Read the rest of this entry »

While traveling through southwest Wisconsin, we were intrigued by signs promoting the House on the Rock, near Spring Green.

When we realized we'd pass near it, we decided to make an unscheduled stop. And I have to tell you, we were totally unprepared for what we saw during the next 3 or 4 hours. Read the rest of this entry »

There are plenty of reasons to visit historic Columbus, Wisconsin anytime of year. But early June brings an added incentive–the annual Columbus Carriage Classic. Read the rest of this entry »

Even if you know nothing about Frank Lloyd Wright, you'll enjoy touring Taliesin, his fascinating home that's often been described as his autobiography in wood and stone. Read the rest of this entry »

I love attending the U.S. National Snow Sculpting Championships, held in early February in the pretty little resort town of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Read the rest of this entry »

Wisconsin's Circus World Museum juggles circus history and exciting performances with acrobatic flair.

Showman P.T. Barnum would feel right at home at the Circus World Museum in Baraboo, Wisconsin, where colorful circus history shares the center ring with classic family entertainment. Read the rest of this entry »