Outdoors
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Ready to go apple picking? Here are 9 orchards in Wisconsin you’re sure to fall for
Ready for some outdoor fall fun? At these 9 orchards in Wisconsin, you can pick your own apples and enjoy all the awesome autumnal flavors.
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Your fall 2026 guide to the best leaf-peeping in Wisconsin
Fall colors come and go quickly, so make the most of the scenery by leaf-peeping in Wisconsin this autumn.
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8 early-fall activities in Wisconsin to enjoy before peak-season crowds
Though October and November have their own fall holidays, September brings many unsung opportunities and activities in Wisconsin for just as much fall fun.
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7 of the most charming small towns in Wisconsin
If you’re looking for a Stars Hollow or Mayberry feel for your day trip or long weekend, consider visiting one of these seven charming small towns in Wisconsin.
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Dropped anchor: GOP lawmakers let Wisconsin’s Knowles-Nelson conservation program expire
Wisconsin’s 37-year-old conservation and recreation grant program expired June 30 after Senate Republicans pulled their own reauthorization bill and voted down a one-year extension, leaving parks, trails, and boat launches in all 72 counties without the state matching dollars they’ve relied on for decades.
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11 of the most scenic spots to view sunsets in Wisconsin
With the days getting shorter and summer coming to a close, make sure you get to one of these 11 scenic spots to view sunsets in Wisconsin.
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The best spots for beginners to try canoeing & kayaking in Wisconsin
You don’t need to be an expert to enjoy being out on the water, with plenty of calm lakes, rivers, and bays throughout the state, here are some spots for beginners to get started canoeing and kayaking in Wisconsin.
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Weekends in Wisconsin: What to do in Kenosha on a three-day stay in August
Looking for a weekend away on the state line? Check out our Weekend in Wisconsin guide, featuring what to do in Kenosha from Aug. 21-23.
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What are the best campgrounds in Wisconsin? Readers cast their votes
Wisconsin residents have a huge variety of favorite campgrounds in the state, the results of a Journal Sentinel reader poll show.
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Summer movies in the park: 47 free outdoor screenings across Wisconsin
Get outside and enjoy the wonderful summer weather in Wisconsin by catching a free outdoor movie in one of these 12 different parks across the state.
