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Minocqua, wisconsinOn the last Saturday in September, the smell of beef fills the air and more than 12,000 people fill the streets of downtown Minocqua. For over 50 years,...


Make memories in the Northwoods of Wisconsin! Find out where to drop your line in one of the Midwest’s top fishing destinations, discover places to go cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or snowmobiling and explore ideal hiking and biking spots. We also have information on Vilas County’s 12 friendly communities, which offer vacation lodging, as well as lively seasonal events.
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On the last Saturday in September, the smell of beef fills the air and more than 12,000 people fill the streets of downtown Minocqua. For over 50 years,...
Everything cranberry and more! From fresh cranberries and craisins, delicious foods, pastries, cranberry beer, wine and warm autumn drinks to homemade...
Sponsored by the St Germain Chamber of Commerce, the annual catch-and-release event is for every musky fisherman and fisherwoman. This two-day tournament...
Annual pub crawl with buses provided, live bands, DJs, tons of entertainment, and the ever-popular Witches’ Ball.
Get into the holiday spirit in the Northwoods the day after Thanksgiving when Boulder Junction hosts its annual Christmas Walk. The event features a visit...
Enjoy the shops, refreshments, and holiday spirit as the restaurants and shops of Sayner officially kick off the holiday season.
Wisconsin is home to some amazing hikes, from trails at popular state parks to lesser-traveled routes in the Northwoods.
If you’re looking for a scenic adventure in Wisconsin this fall, we’ve got you covered. From sprawling Northwoods forests to stunning state parks,...
Wisconsin’s one-of-a-kind food festivals highlight some of the state’s best foods, from apples to cranberries to roast beef. Here’s a look at some...
Vilas County is a paddling paradise, boasting more than a thousand lakes and hundreds of miles of rivers—including the iconic Wisconsin River, which...
Hit the water this summer! Here are a few great options for canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding across the Dairy State. Northern Wisconsin...
Enjoy Wisconsin’s beautiful summer weather with an ice-cold IPA, lager, or stout at these restaurants, breweries, and bars around the state. Aqualand...
There’s nothing more classically Wisconsin than a Friday night fish fry, and the state is full of great places to find delicious, deep-fried cod, haddock,...
It’s time to hit the trails in Wisconsin—lace up your hiking boots or walking shoes and explore some of the best routes in the state. Here’s a region-by-region...
There’s still time to treat that special someone to a Valentine’s Day dinner at some of Wisconsin’s tastiest, coziest restaurants—here’s a look...
Take a trip through history at Wisconsin’s compelling history museums, where you can learn about everything from the state’s original Ojibwe inhabitants...
Head to the Northwoods of Wisconsin to find one of the state’s best places to cast a line. Vilas County is home to more than 1,300 lakes filled with...
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