Recreation
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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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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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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.
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8 places to catch free concerts—from classic rock to the orchestra—this summer in Wisconsin
Avoid the excessive online fees and high ticket prices by checking out one of Wisconsin’s many free concert options this summer.
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The rise, fall, and reclamation of Wisconsin’s third spaces
Adult friendship is hard to find in a world dominated by algorithms. Inside the push to reclaim Wisconsin’s “third spaces” for genuine human connection.
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7 Celestial events visible from Wisconsin this summer
Stargazing, meteor showers, and special moons—oh my! Fans of all otherworldly things, check out these celestial events in Wisconsin this summer.
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Which Dells waterpark should you stay at?
The Waterpark Capital of the World has a lot of options for visitors to stay and splash in—find the one that’s best for your visit.
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Cheap & fun ways to spend Memorial Day Weekend in Wisconsin
From memorials and parades that honor service members to festivals and more, there’s something for everyone to do this Memorial Day.
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Why are vinyl lounges popping up in Wisconsin?
Designed to bring music lovers together, vinyl lounges are trending in Wisconsin.
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5 ways to support women’s sports in Wisconsin
The NBA, NFL, and MLB have to start making room because women’s sports are gaining in popularity, and there are so many ways to support them in Wisconsin.
