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89th Annual Snowflake Ski Jumping Tournament

2012-01-31T16:13:00.000-06:00

Although many winter events have been cancelled do to warm temperatures and lack of snow, the 89th Annual Snowflake Ski Jumping Tournament held at the Snowflake Ski Club February 2nd-4th just north of Westby, Wisconsin is still a go!

This tournament is an International ski jump competition on an Olympic size hill. Skiers from the United States and around the world come to compete in Timber Coulee at this event.

For details and time for opening ceremonies and events visit the Snowflake Ski Club's website

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22nd Annual Wisconsin Snow Sculpting Competition

2012-01-19T13:57:00.001-06:00

If you like snowmen, you're gonna love this. This weekend Racine plays host to the 22nd Annual State Snow Sculpting Competition.

Formerly held in the Wisconsin Dells as the "Flake Out Festival", this year the competition is called "The Big Chill" held in Monument Square January 20th to 22nd in Downtown Racine.

The 17 top two-man team snow sculpters will compete for the Championship and cash prizes and the chance to compete at the US National event in 2013.

Get all the details here The Big Chill Racine Ice & Snow Festival

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Bald Eagle Watching

2012-01-05T10:37:00.000-06:00

Did you know there are bald eagles in Wisconsin? If you enjoy seeing these majestic birds in their natural habitat check out the 25th Bald Eagle Watching Days January 13th and 14th in Prairie du Sac.

Friday events begin at 7PM with a live birds of prey show by the Raptor Center from the University of Minnesota at the Sauk Prairie High School. Saturday will feature a release of a rehabilitated eagle by the Raptor Education Group.

For a complete schedule of times and events visit the Ferry Bluff Eagle Council's website Eagle Days

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"Christmas in Wisconsin" by the Mears Brothers Band

2011-12-16T14:41:00.000-06:00

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Old Fashioned Christmas

2011-12-01T10:17:00.001-06:00

If you're looking for a way to ring in the this holiday season this weekend, why not head to Eagle and check out "The Spirit of Christmas Past" at Old World Wisconsin.

Check out the decorations and preparations in the 1870's Crossroads Village and many farmsteads and enjoy the many sights and sounds of Christmastime gone by December 3rd and 4th from Noon to 4PM. Looks like there won't be enough snow for sleigh rides, unfortunately.

Visit Old World Wisconsin's website for directions, details, and a video of this event. Spirit of Christmas Past

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Run on Turkey Day

2011-11-16T10:34:00.001-06:00

Before you get "stuffed" this Thanksgiving, how about taking a run to benefit the Boys and Girls Club and the YMCA.

Festival Foods is once again sponsoring the Thanksgiving Turkey Trot, a 5 mile run or 2 mile run/walk. This year there are seven cities hosting an event on Thanksgiving morning - Eau Claire, Fond du Lac, Menasha (Fox Cities), Green Bay, La Crosse, Manitowoc and Oshkosh. All races begin at 8AM and end by 9:30AM, plenty of time to get home for the Packer game at 11:30AM

For more information, course details and registration see their website 4th Annual Festival Foods Turkey Trot

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Veterans Day Celebrations

2011-11-02T16:05:00.001-05:00

The history of Veterans Day goes back to the end of World War I when an armistice was called for the eleventh hour of the the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 1918. Today it is a reminder to us the true cost of freedom.

November 5th through the 11th has been declared Veterans Recognition Week in Wisconsin, a time when all Wisconsinites can make a special effort to honor our soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines, and when students will be learning about Veterans in our schools. Friday November 11th, remember to pause at 11AM and remember those who served and those who continue to serve and keep us free.

Many commuities across Wisconsin will be holding services and parades to honor our Veterans. Check this list from the Wisconsin Department of Veteran Affairs for an event near you. Veterans Day and Recognition Week Events List

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Halloween Fun at State Parks

2011-10-19T16:25:00.000-05:00

Spend time in the great outdoors and enjoy the spooky fun of the Halloween season. Many of Wisconsin's State Parks are have family friendly events over the next two weekends, including hay rides, spooky trail hikes, pumpkin carving, costume contests and more.

Check out this page on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Website and find a park near you for a fall fun event State parks offer family Halloween activities over next two weekends

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#1 Haunted House in America

2011-10-07T14:14:00.000-05:00

If you are looking for a great scare this Halloween season, head to the Waukesha County Expo Center for the fright of your life! The Wisconsin Feargrounds is an awarding winning display of all the "fun" in Halloween, with three haunted houses in one location!

The Feargrounds are open every Friday and Saturday in October and open from Wednesday October 26th through Halloween night! Get more info, check out the gallery and buy tickets online here Wisconsin Feargrounds

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It's Cranberry Time

2011-09-21T15:26:00.000-05:00

Learn about our state fruit and enjoy delicoius treats as the 39th Annual Cranberry Festival in Warrens kicks off this Friday.

Peruse throught over 850 arts and crafts stalls, and a flea market with over 350 vendors, and over 100 farm market booths. If you feeling competitive there are a variety of contests: Create a Scarecrow, the Biggest Berry, video and photography of this year's festival, a vegetable & sunflower contest, a flower show, quilting and needlework, and more.

But most important are the marsh tours, where you can see the cranberry bogs and how they are harvested! And a visit to the Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center.

And the food - lots and lots of wonderful food. Pork Sandwiches, pizza, burgers, spaghetti, pancakes and many great cranberry items, but also Chocolate Covered Cheesecake on a Stick!

Don't miss all the fun 2011 Cranberry Festival

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ArtRageous Weekend

2011-09-07T16:05:00.000-05:00

If you like art - this is the weekend to be in Wausau.

Artrageous Weekend was voted the #1 Art Festival by AmericanStyle, and there are actually three events: Festival of the Arts, Art in the Park and Birds in Art. Free shuttle buses run between these venues, so you don't have to miss a thing.

All the fun is September 10th and 11th - for more information visit Wausau Festival of the Arts - Art in the Park - Birds in Art

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An Historic Breakfast

2011-08-24T10:07:00.006-05:00

Can you imagine a time before cereal?

This weekend at Villa Louis in Prairie du Chien you can visit and watch the preparation and enjoy a delicious breakfast made in a 19th century kitchen and then tour the grounds of this historic home.

Make your reservations now for August 27th or August 28th Villa Louis Breakfast in a Victorian Kitchen Can't make it this weekend? Another breakfast is planned for October.

Find out about all of Wisconsin's great historical sites wisconsinhistory.org

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Wildflower Art Festival

2011-08-08T15:27:00.004-05:00

Wisconsin is home to many beautiful wildflowers. And this weekend in Brodhead, you can see many of these at the Wildflower Art Festival.

Activities take place August 13th and 14th in several location around the city. This event includes both tours of natural wild flower settings, and information about Wisconsin's natural flora, but also showcases art featuring these local plants.

For more information check out their Facebook page www.facebook.com/wildflowerartfestival

Taste of Wisconsin

2011-07-26T14:59:00.003-05:00

The best favors of Wisconsin will be found at the Taste of Wisconsin this weekend at the Kenosha Harbor (6th Avenue & 54th Street) in Kenosha.

Enjoy tasty treats from over 50 of Wisconsin's food producers, restaurants, brewers, and more Friday July 29th 3PM-10PM, Saturday July 30th 11AM-10PM and Sunday 11AM-7PM. Also find a Demonstration Center and Kids Zone. Great family fun.

Get all the details at tasteofwi.com

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Bastille Days

2011-07-11T14:31:00.003-05:00

It's the 30th Anniversay for Bastille Days, North America's largest outdoor French festival held at Cathedral Square Park in Downtown Milwaukee. July 14th to the 17th enjoy music, food, wine tasting and more. You can even try to win a trip to Paris.

Ans it wouldn't be complete without "Storming the Bastille", which in Milwaukee is a 5K Fun Run.

The event runs 11AM-11PM Thursday through Saturday and 11AM-9PM Sunday, and is FREE!

Get all the info at Bastille Days 2011

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Summerfest

2011-06-30T08:42:00.005-05:00

The world's largest music festival - Summerfest - has begun in Milwaukee.

It runs 11 days, June 29th to July 3rd (closed July 4th this year) and July 5th to July 10th at the Henry Maier Festival Park on Milwaukee's lakefront.

11 stages with over 700 bands plus great food and family fun activities. Each day has different sponsored events, some with free admission or free giveaways.

Get all the information at summerfest.com

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GRABAAWR

2011-06-15T16:17:00.003-05:00

This year marks the 26th year for the GReat Annual Bicycle Adventure Along the Wisconsin River. Hundreds of bikes will take to the streets June 18th to the 25th on the annual trek from Land O' Lakes to Muscoda following the Wisconsin River - around 480 miles. Be sure to cheer on the riders when they pass through your town!

Learn all about this fantastic bike journey across Wisconsin GRABAAWR 2011

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Free Fishing Weekend

2011-06-02T15:43:00.003-05:00

From the Wisconsin DNR website:

Saturday and Sunday, June 4 - 5, 2011
Every year, the first consecutive Saturday and Sunday in June are designated as Free Fishing Weekend when you can fish without a license throughout the state of Wisconsin. All the waters of the state are open, including state waters of the Great Lakes and rivers bordering Wisconsin. Residents and nonresidents of all ages can fish without a fishing license (or trout or salmon stamps) over these two days. However, all other fishing regulations (length limits, bag limits, etc.) apply.
Remember, kids 15 and under never need a license. Free Fishing Weekend could be, "Take a grown-up fishing!"

Bratfest!

2011-05-25T10:51:00.002-05:00

The World's Largest Festival to the ultimate Wisconsin meat product!

It's Bratfest in Madison this weekend - May 27th to 30th at Willow Island – Alliant Energy Center.

And the best part about Bratfest isn't the food (which is great) or the music (about 30 bands), or the fun (see the Budweiser Clydesdales, rock climb, carnival, kayaking, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, fireworks and more). It's the charities who benefit from all the work the volunteers do to bring you this festival!

Get all the detail about this fun filled weekend Bratfest

Don't forget Friday May 27th - TAKE YOUR BRAT TO WORK DAY 6AM–9AM

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Celebrate the Yellowstone Trail

2011-05-12T14:13:00.000-05:00

This weekend in Hudson, Wisconsin is a celebration of one of first cross-country roads in the US - the Yellowstone Trail. Development of this great roadway began in 1912 and it ran from Plymouth Rock, Massachusetts to Puget Sound, Washington, passing through, of course, Yellowstone National Park.

Join all the festivities May 13th to May 15th including: an architectural treasure hunt, historical walking tours, the Nova Caves, vintage autos, high-wheel bikes, geocaching, a river Cruise, sociability run and more.

Get all the events, times and locations here Yellowstone Trail Days Schedule of Events

You can still drive the whole Yellowstone Trail - to find out more, including maps the road in each state visit their website The Yellowstone Trail

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The Ice Age Trail

2011-05-04T10:31:00.004-05:00

The huge glaciers of the the last ice age 10,000 years ago left quite an imprint on Wisconsin - and you can see it today by following the Ice Age trail.

The Ice Age trail is the terminus, or bottom edge, of the last glacier in Wisconsin. This trail is nearly 1200 miles long in total, although only about 600 miles are actually marked. Because it crosses the entire state, a section of the Ice Age trail probably isn't too far from where you live.

A great family adventure, and a great way to enjoy nature and learn a little about Wisconsin. For more details about the trail, maps, store, and events or to learn how you can volunteer to keep up the trail visit The Ice Age Trail Alliance

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The Easter Holiday Date

2011-04-18T09:49:00.004-05:00

Easter is upon us, and whether you celebrate with an early Church service, a basket filled with colored eggs and chocolate, a big family dinner, or all three, planning for this day can sometimes be hassle. After all, how do you know from year to year what day Easter will fall?

The basis for the date has it origins in religious celebrations. The formula is actually very simple, and was set by an edict by Roman Emperor Constantine the Great and the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD; Easter always falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the Vernal Equinox - the first day of Spring. So once you know the first day of Spring, which can fall anytime between March 20th - 22nd, then you find out when the first full moon after it, then the next Sunday is Easter. Simple - if you study astronomy!

Most of the time Easter falls on the first week in April. The earliest Easter can fall is March 22nd - which will happen in 2285. The latest is April 25th - that will occur in 2038.

In case you need to plan ahead - Holiday.net has a little calculator to let you know what day Easter will fall. Just put in a year and see the date. Check it out. When is Easter?

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Road Trip!

2011-03-30T11:34:00.003-05:00

The weather is starting to show signs that Spring is on the way. Yes, gas prices are high, but if cabin fever is starting to get to you, then it's time to jump in the car and take a drive.

But where to go? That's where The State Trunk Tour can help! This website has lists of highways in Wisconsin, and lets you know what you can do along the way! There are videos, photos and an event calendar as well.

Enjoy your getaway! State Trunk Tour

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Backpacking and Camping Checklist

2011-03-15T10:39:00.004-05:00

Do you like to hike across the countryside? Or stroll through trees and listen for wildlife, then sleep under the stars? Or maybe you just prefer to pitch your tent in the backyard with the kids for a fun family night.

For those who like to hike and camp, here's a great backpacking supply checklist for you that includes just about everything you could need to enjoy your adventure outdoors. This list is printable, and even has space if you can think of anything you need to add. Sample Backpacking Checklist

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Hockey, Hockey, Hockey

2011-02-28T15:42:00.003-06:00

Do you like Hockey?

The Wisconsin Hockey Expo is this weekend at the Alliant Energy Expo Center in Madison - Friday March 4th from Noon to 8PM and Saturday March 5th from 10AM to 4PM.

There will be interactive skillgames, autograph and photo opportunities with Wisconsin Hockey celebrities, summer camp information, along with equipment vendors and special events. Admission is FREE!

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Thinking About Summer Fun

2011-02-15T12:24:00.004-06:00

All this warm weather has us thinking about summer fun - and this weekend is the Central Wisconsin Sports Show at the new Patriot Center in the Cedar Creek Mall, Wausau.

This event will run Friday February 18th from 3PM-9PM, Saturday February 19th 10AM-7PM and Sunday February 20th 10AM-4PM.

Information and exhibits as well as family activities all three days: fishing, boating, hunting, power sports, resorts, charters, guides and more. Seminars on various topics will be given each day by experts and pros.

For a schedule of events and list of exhibitors visit www.fishingboatingoutdoor.com/wausau.html

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Super Bowl Commericals

2011-02-02T12:10:00.004-06:00

There'll be a hot time this Sunday - in Arlington, Texas!

For those of us not able to get Super Bowl tickets we'll be glued to the TV at 6:30PM watch the Packer beat the Steelers! Go Pack Go!

But is that why you watch? Reaserchers say that 50% of people that watch the Super Bowl just want to see the commercials! And some years, the commericals are more interesting than the game.

For a sneak peak at the 2011 commercials: superbowl-commercials.org/

For a look back at past Super Bowl commericals: superbowl-ads.com/article_archive/

Badger State Games

2011-01-18T11:17:00.003-06:00

23nd Annual Badger State Winter Games as set to begin the Friday.

These games are an Olympic style amateur sports competition and festival held at venues in Wausau, Oshkosh, Madison and Milwaukee. Over 20 different sports are featured and the games will take place over three weekends: January 21st to January 23rd, January 28th to January 30th and February 4th to 6th. All events are free.

For a complete list of events, locations and times visit the Badger Games website
www.badgerstategames.org/winter-games

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Ski by Candlelight

2011-01-04T10:00:00.006-06:00

If you like to cross-country ski, the weather lately has been cooperating and many trails have been open and folks have been getting out and enjoying the white winter scene.

This Saturday you can get out and ski at night - by candlelight! Four events are being held around the state so you can enjoy the trails in the tiny firelight glow.

The Lake Kegonsa State Park Candlelight Ski in Stoughton will be January 8th (with a second event February 12th) from 6PM-9PM. Enjoy the 2 mile trail through woods and prairie then warm up by the bonfire. Grills will be available or you enjoy drinks and baked goods provided by the LKSP Friends Group. Sorry, no pets, and a park admission sticker is required.

You can head to Wildcat Mountain State Park in Ontario January 8th from dusk to 9PM for a Candlelight Ski on 1.5 miles of cross-country trail. You'll find a bonfire at the midpoint waiting to warm you, then a cup of hot chocolate when you finish. If you wish to cookout there will be a hot grill and bonfire available. For more fun spend some time looking at the stars through telescopes with Professor Bob Hirschy and John Heasley.

Mirror Lake State Park in Baraboo is hosting a Ski, Snowshoe and Hiking event by Candlelight January 8th (with a second event February 5th) from 6PM to 8PM. They have two 1-mile loop trails which will be lit for the evening, along with two bonfires when you need to warm up. The Friends of Mirror Lake will have brats, hotdogs, goodies, hot chocolate and more available for sale. It's a free event but a Wisconsin State Park sticker is required on all vehicles.

In Delafield ski or hike a one mile candlelit trail at Lapham Peak Unit - Kettle Moraine State Forest on County Road C January 8th (also January 15th and Febrary 12th) from 6PM-9PM. Bonfire and ice skatinga are also offered, and there will be a heated shelter with refreshments. Ski rental at the Evergreen Grove picnic area. A Wisconsin State Park sticker is required on all vehicles.

Keep warm!!

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White Christmas

2010-12-21T14:15:00.002-06:00

If you are looking for a White Christmas, Wisconsin has got it covered!

If you are looking to get out and about in the snow, Travel Wisconsin has it's Winter Sport Page full of skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, cross-county skiing, and snowshoeing information.

Or if you prefer the indoors, here a great hot cocoa recipe from Hershey's

And if you are off to Grandma's House, check the road conditions on Wisconsin's DOT map at 511wi.gov

The BuyWisconsinLand.com team: Roy, Lance, Jerry, Mike and Shelley, wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Joyous New Year!

Newest Wisconsin Christmas Song

2010-12-10T14:44:00.001-06:00

Vintage Snowmobiles

2010-11-30T14:51:00.004-06:00

Some folks don't want the latest model skimobile - and they will be showing off their classic machines this Saturday, December 4th at the Vintage Sled Show and Auction!

Head to Augies Woodhill Saloon in Osceola from NOON to 4PM. Vintage snowmobiles with trophies for various classes and people's choice awards. Food and beverages available. Get rid of your extra sleds, motors, chassis, memorabilia, suits and helmets at their consignment auction. And this year there will be a swap meet!

Show Classes
Race Factory '74 Older
Race Mod '74 Older
Race Factory '75 Newer
Race Mod '75 Newer
Trail Unrestored
Trail Restored
Antique ('71 Older)Unrestored
Antique ('71 Older)Restored
Mini Sled
People's Choice Award

Entry Fee is $5/sled, $20 max. Come and join the fun.

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WIAA State Football Championships

2010-11-16T15:45:00.004-06:00

Before you dress up in your blaze orange and head out to the woods - wanna see some great football?

November 18th and 19th are the 35th Annual WIAA State Football Championships where you can see all 7 High School Divisions compete for the championship in their division. All games will be at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison starting at 10AM Thursday with the final game 4PM on Friday. Tickets are $8 per game, $15 one day, or $25 for both days.

For a complete team, game and time schedule click here Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association

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Trick or Treat!!

2010-10-26T15:10:00.002-05:00

This weekend the streets will be filled with ghosts and witches and black cats, along with pirates, princesses, football players, robots and more, enjoying the annual Trick or Treat with family and friends.

If you don't know your communities Trick or Treat time, you can check Haunted Wisconsin's List here or contact your local police department.

And please drive safe and watch for all the spooks and goblins. Have a spooktacular Halloween from all of us at BuyWisconsinLand.com

Halloween Haunts

2010-10-12T13:19:00.002-05:00

Are you looking to be scared this Halloween?

Check out Wisconsin's premier site for haunted houses, Haunted Wisconsin, your Halloween entertainment guide. Now in it's 10th year this site includes listings of haunted houses by city, pumpkin patches and trick-or-treat times along with decorating ideas, sound effects, recipes and much, much more.

Get ready to be scared...or be scary at HauntedWisconsin.com

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Saturday October 2nd

2010-09-28T12:16:00.000-05:00

Seems this is a great weekend to get out and have fun - there are community events and activities going on all over the state on Saturday October 2nd; here are just a few:

Oktoberfest - La Crosse - the Midwest's Largest German festival celebrates it's 50th Anniversary www.oktoberfestusa.com/

Cheesefest - Shullsburg - Music, hayrides, scarecrow contest, cheese curd eating contest, cheese bake-off, and lots of cheese. Breakfast by the Shullsburg Fire Department. Shullsburg Cheesefest

Art Crawl - Waukesha - Over 20 studios displaying work of over 100 artists: paintings, pottery, jewelry, clothing, glassware, custom woodwork, concrete furnishings, photography and more. Art Crawl 63

Pumpkins on Petunias - Berlin - Berlin's premier fall event. Have you ever been to a "cow drop"? Pumpkins on Petunias

Colorfest - Turtle Lake - Celebrate the changing of the leaves with a pitchfork fondue, Native American Exhibition and Craft Show, Pumpkin contest and more. www.wisconsincolorfest.com/

Apple Affair Bike Tour - Galesville - Ride for 20 miles or 62 miles, and visit apple orchards in Trempealeau County. Apple Affair Bike Tour

Want to Ride an ATV?

2010-09-13T09:45:00.000-05:00

Have you ever wanted to ride the trails on an ATV - but don't have one yet?

Check out Central Wisconsin ATV Rentals! They will provide not only the vehicle but training on how to use it so you can enjoy your ride in the woods of Wisconsin.

Visit their website centralwisconsinatv.com

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Fat Tire Festival - Bring Your Bicycle!

2010-08-25T11:11:00.000-05:00

Make plans now for the 28th Annual Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival, September 17th to 19th in Cable, Wisconsin.

On Friday there will be a Pasta Feast and warm up event. But the big day is Saturday the 18th, with several bike races - the main one a 40 mile race that begins from downtown Hayward and finishes in Cable, with beautiful woods and great roads for the cyclists to enjoy. Sunday is "Fun Day" with a clunker bike toss, log pull and kids bicycle rodeo.

For more information on this family fun-filled weekend see www.cheqfattire.com

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Cruise on the LaCrosse Queen

2010-08-03T14:06:00.000-05:00

Long for the days of a leisurely ride down the Mighty Mississippi River in a beautiful paddlewheel boat? Take one today - on the LaCrosse Queen!
There are scenic tours and brunch and dinner cruises available, sailing from Downtown LaCrosse. For details and times visit www.lacrossequeen.com/

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Old World Wisconsin To Reopen

2010-07-16T10:13:00.000-05:00

Old World Wisconsin is having a Grand Reopening Celebration Saturday July 24th and Sunday July 25th!
This wonderful historic site had been closed due to a tornado on June 21st, where many trees were downed, but fortunately most of it's historic building were spared from much damage.
If you get a chance to visit, Old World Wisconsin showcases farm buildings and homesteads from across Wisconsin that were carefully dismantled and brought to Eagle, Wisconsin, then reassembled to preserve our state's history.
For more information on the Grand Reopening see Old World Wisconsin Event Calendar

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Lactic Edge Triathon in Stevens Point

2010-07-06T14:35:00.000-05:00

Swim 500 yards, bike 17 miles, run 3.1 miles.
Ok, maybe this isn't for everyone, but this Saturday, July 10th is the Stevens Point Area YMAC is hosting the Lactic Edge Triathlon.
Adults start at 8:40AM, but there is also a Teen Triathlon: swim 200 yards, bike 4 miles, run 2 kilometers, starting at 8:25AM
And on Friday July 9th from 6PM-7PM there will be a Kids Triathlon with 3 age divisions.

For more details and sign up forms visit the Stevens Point Area YMAC site: www.spymca.org/Triathlon.html

Sparta - Fiberglass Statue Mold Yard

2010-06-22T11:04:00.000-05:00

Some of the strangest things you might see on your roadway travels are very large figures or objects standing near freeway off-ramps or in front of buildings. Everyone stops to have their picture taken, so you can say "I was here". But where do they come from?
They come from FAST - also known as Fiberglass Animals, Shapes, and Trademarks Corporation, 14177 County Highway Q, Sparta, Wisconsin.
So when you visit Sparta, be sure to take a trip to their Statue Mold Yard and see all the incredible creatures and designs they have made for both road side attactions and theme parks. Admission is free, and it open during daylight hours.
Check out roadsideamerica.com for a great story and video with Company President Jim Schauf.

Diners, Drive-ins and Dairybars

2010-06-09T13:01:00.000-05:00

Check out this episode of Discover Wisconsin where they explore some of Wisconsin's coolest local eateries!

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June is Dairy Month

2010-06-01T10:25:00.000-05:00

Dairy Month is here!
And during June, many farmers open up their homes to serve a great dairyland breakfast filled with delicious and fresh foods from the farm. WakeUpWithDairy.com has a map with locations of all these great farms and the dates to head out for a really great Wisconsin Breakfast and lots of family fun too!
Can't get away...or just can't get up in the morning? No problem, you can find fantastic recipes and make great Wisconsn Treats at home.
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Bigger Muskies in Wisconsin Lakes

2010-05-19T13:24:00.000-05:00

Madison (News Release) - Big muskies – really big muskies – await Wisconsin anglers this fishing season, based on what anglers reported catching and releasing last year.
"This tells you what is coming," says Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologist Tim Simonson, referring to a graph he prepared showing that Muskies Inc. members reported catching and releasing 105 muskies 48 inches and longer in Wisconsin in 2009.
Full Story Catch and release fishing yielding larger muskies from Wis. waters - WQOW TV: Eau Claire, WI NEWS18 News, Weather, and Sports

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One Family's Favorite Spots in Wisconsin

2010-05-11T15:57:00.001-05:00

Have a month of vacation time?
Maybe not - but this nice story from the blog of Cristie Roberson will give some ideas for family fun this summer visiting some of Wisconsin's best destinations.

Fun things to do in Wisconsin! That's the theme of our family vacation plan. Summer vacation starts in exactly one month, and last night my children listed all the fun places they've been in Wisconsin and want to return to.
Here's their list of Wisconsin tourist sites with activities fun for kids. The list is extensive and has us spending at least a month on the road. We'd start in Madison, Wisconsin, head east through Milwaukee, up to Door County, then into Wisconsin's northwoods, over to Madeline Island and Lake Superior, and return home through the western side of Wisconsin, visiting the Mississippi River.
Full Story Fun Things To Do With Kids In WI: Kids Plan Family Fun While Mom Bakes WI Bed And Breakfast Recipe

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Special Events for Mom

2010-04-30T11:02:00.000-05:00

Take Mom out on Mother's Day - that's May 9th - to one of these special events!

May 7th-9th - Mother's Day Train Rides - Mid-Continent Railway Museum, E8948 Diamond Hill Rd, North Freedom
Dinner service available Friday evening with departure at 6:30. First class and coach service available Saturday and Sunday. Reservations required for Dinner and First Class service. Trains depart Saturday & Sunday at 11AM, 1PM & 3PM.
Contact - Voice: 608-522-4261, Toll Free: 800-930-1385, nancy@midcontinent.org
http://www.midcontinent.org/

May 8th - Mauston Mama Days Festival - Downtown Mauston, all day
Special sales in stores, along with independent and farmers market vendors will be available.

May 9th - Mother's Day Tours at the Lincoln Tallman House - 440 N Jackson St, Janesville, 10AM-4PM
This 26-room Italianate villa style mansion is the only private home still in existence in Wisconsin that can boast Abraham Lincoln as an overnight guest. Mothers will get free admission on Mother's Day.

May 9th - Mother's Day at the Zoo - 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee
Free admission for moms on Mother's Day http://www.milwaukeezoo.org/

May 9th - Olbrich: Mother's Day Concert - Olbrich Botanical Gardens & Bolz Conservatory, 3330 Atwood Ave, Madison, 2PM-3PM
Enjoy beautiful music played in the Conservatory http://www.olbrich.org/

May 9th - Mother's Day Wildflower Hike - Richard Bong State Recreation Area, 26313 Burlington Rd, Kansasville, 2PM-4PM
Bring your camera to take the memories - not the flowers - home. Trail may be rough and wet. http://www.bongnaturalistassociation.org/

May 9th - Mother's Day Brunch Train - Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad, 426 Front Street, Spooner, departs at Noon
The brunch train departs Spooner Depot at 12 noon and feature a 30-mile, 2 1/2 hour roundtrip to Springbrook. spoonertrainride.com

May 9th - Mother’s Day Brunch and Ephemeral Wildflower Hike - Pringle Nature Center, 9800 160th Ave, Bristol, 10AM-2PM
Join us for a small brunch and then a naturalist will lead a Spring Wildflower hike. http://www.pringlenc.org/

May 9th - Mother's Day at the Farm - Mulberry Lane Farm, W3190 County Road B, Hilbert - 10AM-2PM
Moms get in free. www.mulberrylanefarmwi.com/

Finding Property Where You Want To Be

2010-04-16T11:47:00.000-05:00

Recently in our Wisconsin Land blog we posted an article called Where Should I Purchase Land? One of the points was to check out tourism in the area before you buy and make sure you are near the things you want to do.

To help with trip planning BuyWisconsinLand.com has a Local Links page with both County and State Tourism sites - so you can check out what each area has to offer. And while you are planing your getaway, check out our listings near the area you wil be visiting. The Local Links page also has County and State Government sites, for more information on the area and services available.

A new tool we have available is a Land Value Averages chart which show an average for prices of land in some Wisconsin Counties over the last 3 years. This will give you a better idea of what area might be priced right for you.

Any questions? Feel free to drop us a line at property@buywisconsinland.com

Enjoy your getaway!

Wanna Get Out This Weekend?

2010-04-07T09:55:00.000-05:00

Have some fun this weekend at these events:

April 10th - Branson on the Road
Monroe High School Performing Arts Center, 1600 26th Street, Monroe - 7:30PM
The "original" road show from Branson, Missouri

April 10th - Tomah Antique Toy Farm Show
Tomah Recreation Building, 1625 Butts Avenue, Tomah - 9AM to 3PM, Toy Auction at 4PM

April 10th - 37th Annual Children Festival
East Gate Hall at Marathon Park, 1201 Stewart Ave, Wausau - 9AM to 3PM
For children 3 to 12, must be accompanied by an adult. Arts, Crafts, Music and more. FREE

April 10th-11th - Only Fools Run at Midnight
Lakeland Union High School, 9573 Hwy 70 West, Minocqua - at Midnight
Bring a flashlight - best dressed "fool" trophy - register minocquafoolsrun.com

April 11th - Sunday Pancake Brunch
Club 23, Briggsville, east of Wisconsin Dells - 9AM to 1:30PM
Homemade potato and buttermilk pancakes.

Find your own getaway BuyWisconsinLand.com

Visiting Wisconsin State Parks

2010-03-26T13:13:00.000-05:00

If you like to get away to woods and nature, Wisconsin has some wonderful State Parks for you to visit.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resouces has all the information you will need to find a Park, making reservations for a campground, maps to find your way, where to purchase park stickers and trail passes, and much more. Visit http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/ for information and the latest area reports.

If you'd prefer to visit your own wooded property - we have listings in over 40 Wisconsin Counties BuyWisconsinLand.com

Set a Record on a Waterslide

2010-03-08T11:58:00.000-06:00

On March 26th Great Wolf Lodge will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for "Longest Distance Water Sliding in 24 Hours in Multiple Venues." All Great Wolf Lodges will be participating to beat the record set in Germany in 2007.

Participants will be asked for a donation of $1 for Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America, and Great Wolf Lodge will be matching funds up to $50,000.

Sounds like a great way to start summer a little early and help a great cause. For the times and details visit the Great Wolf website http://www.greatwolf.com/worldrecord

March 10th Hunting and Fishing Licenses on Sale

2010-02-26T14:53:00.001-06:00

New hunting, fishing and trapping licenses and harvest permits for fish and wildlife activities in Wisconsin go on sale March 10. Full Story

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Still Time to Play in the Snow

2010-02-19T10:22:00.000-06:00

Spring may be around the corner, but there is still plenty of winter fun to be had here in Wisconsin. If you like to downhill ski, snowboard, cross-country ski or snowmobile, you will want to check TravelWisconsin.com's Wisconsin Snow Conditions Report Page. There you can see where the snow is the best for your sport. You can even sign up for weekly updates to you'll always know where the best conditions are!
TravelWisconsin.com Snow Report

For your own winter getaway - great for spring, summer and fall too - head to BuyWisconsinLand.com for land listings in 40+ Wisconsin Counties.

Western Wisconsin Antique Show

2010-02-11T12:40:00.000-06:00

If you like antiques - here's the show for you. The Western Wisconsin Antique Show will feature over 25 dealers from Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa displaying their quality antiques and collectables.

The show is held at the Tomah Recreation Park, 1625 Butts Avenue in Tomah, on Saturday February 27th from 9-5 and Sunday February 28th from 9-3:30

For more information contact 608-372-6690.

Wausau Snowmobile Championships

2010-01-29T13:56:00.000-06:00

This weekend head to Wausau for the Wausau 525 Snowmobile Championship. January 30th and 31st, Sunnyvale Park, Wausau, WI.

Friday January 29th is Family Fun Night - bring the kids and watch your favorite drivers test and tune their sleds! Admission is free.

Wausau 525 Snowmobile Championship

Cross County Skiing By Candlelight - Lake Delton

2010-01-14T10:28:00.000-06:00

BY LORI RACKL Travel Editor Chicago Sun Times

LAKE DELTON, Wis. — The temperature was a teeth-chattering minus 1, and the sun had called it a night a couple of hours earlier.
But bitter cold and darkness weren’t about to keep these 100 or so hardy souls cooped up inside. They’d driven to southwest Wisconsin’s Mirror Lake State Park for an evening of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing by candlelight.
Cross-country skiing by candlelight :: CHICAGO SUN-TIMES :: Travel

We have lots of wooded properties with trails - bring your skis and enjoy. BuyWisconsinLand.com

Top 6 Downhill Ski Spots in Wisconsin

2010-01-08T16:04:00.000-06:00

If you downhill ski or snow board - here's the list for you. There are 30 ski resorts in Wisconsin, but here are TravelWisconsin.com's top 6 picks.

A Ripped 6-Pack of Downhill Fun

Here Comes 2010!!

2009-12-30T10:01:00.000-06:00

And with the New Year comes change - and that's what we've done at BuyWisconsinLand.com - more listings. Find your ideal building site, hunting parcel, ATV and snowmobile acreage, or just a fun getaway property. Call 877-339-6535 or email property@buywisconsinland.com and let us know what you are looking for. We can't wait to work with you in 2010.

We Wish You....

2009-12-22T08:48:00.000-06:00

Sorry for the lack of posts this month. We've been working on updates for our website - if you don't mind a little "construction dust" stop on by and check out the changes; we still have some of the finest listings for recreational land in Wisconsin.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at BuyWisconsinLand.com

This Weekend - Caroling at the Cave

2009-12-04T23:23:00.001-06:00

December 4th - 6th in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin

From the WisTravel.com Discover the unique acoustics found underground! Caroling at the Cave offers visitors good cheer through a serenade by local choir groups. This charity event is standing room only with limited seating options. Holiday shoppers will enjoy extended hours in our amazing Rock & Fossil Shop with unique natural gifts for that someone special on your list. Children will enjoy a visit with Santa while making a holiday craft in our Visitor Center! Seasonal refreshments will also be available for purchase. Winter enchantment for the entire family! We are located twenty miles west of Madison just off U.S. Highways 18 and 151 between Mount Horeb and Blue Mounds.. For more information call (608) 437-3038.

Where to find your own Christmas Tree

2009-11-24T14:11:00.000-06:00

Do you want to have that Old Fashioned Christmas feeling with your family? Take a drive and find your own Christmas tree?

PickYourOwnChristmasTree.org can help. With links to Wisconsin's Christmas Tree growers that will let you cut down your own evergreen (or assist you with the cutting once you've picked the perfect tree), you and your family can start the holidays off right. You will also find locations for sleigh rides and favorite recipes for holiday treats.

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone from all of us at BuyWisconsinLand.com

Do You Know Our State Fruit?

2009-11-12T14:51:00.000-06:00

Wisconsin's State Fruit is...the Cranberry!
With over 4 million barrels of cranberries produced in 2009, Wisconsin is once again the nation's largest cranberry supplier with more than 50% of the US cranberry crop.
Warrens, Wisconsin is home to the Cranberry Discovery Center, where you can find information as well as cranberry products. They have an exhibit hall, ice cream parlor, test kitchen, resource library and gift shop waiting for you to explore. Check out their website DiscoverCranberries.com for more information.

Looking for property nearby? Jackson County - BuyWisconsinLand.com

Is Wisconsin Dells Just for the Summer?

2009-11-03T20:50:00.000-06:00

No Way!!
The Wisconsin Dells goes year round, and who wouldn't want to splash around one of it's fantastic indoor waterparks once the weather gets cold. Check out what's happening in the Dells at their Official Visitors Website Wisconsin Dells
Check our website to find your own getaway property BuyWisconsinLand.com
56 acres with woods and private pond

Reducing the Spread of Invasive Species

2009-10-27T13:19:00.000-05:00

From Weekly News Article by the Central Office Wisconsin DNR

MADISON – The Wisconsin Council on Forestry is seeking public feedback on the last in a series of voluntary Best Management Practices that focus on reducing the spread of invasive species from transportation and utility corridors into nearby forested areas.

“We hope these voluntary guidelines can minimize the introduction and spread of invasive species in transportation and utility corridors. They should work if the practices become a regular part of planning, construction, and maintenance activities,” said Bernadette Williams, an invasive species specialist with the Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry.

The draft Invasive Species Best Management Practices for Transportation and Utility Rights-of-Ways in Wisconsin is available on the Invasive Species Best Management Practices page of the Wisconsin Council on Forestry Web site. Utilities and transportation representatives, government agencies, environmental groups, and the general public are invited to review the document and then participate in an online survey on the voluntary suggestions included in the manual.

Full Article
See Draft Guidelines

Lake Tomah Clean Up

2009-10-18T21:41:00.000-05:00

The Wisconsin DNR is planning to clean up Lake Tomah and remove the carp, which have been eating all plants in the Lake, crowding game fish species. Good news for fishermen in Monroe County.

DNR To Clean Lake Tomah By Eradicating Carp

Wisconsin Tourism Sites

2009-10-13T13:05:00.001-05:00

If you are planning to take a drive out to see the beautiful colors of the fall - why not check out events in the area as well?
Check out this page on our website for local tourism pages for the Northwestern, Central and Southwestern Wisconsin Counties, as well as State Tourism sites Local Links - BuyWisconsinLand.com

Wisconsin Agricultural Land Prices

2009-10-04T11:11:00.000-05:00

From the WASFMRA: Wisconsin land values have been increasing steadily for the past several years.

The upward run in land prices is both a blessing and a curse for the Wisconsin dairy community. Increased equity from land appreciation provides security and potential borrowing power to the current owners, but high land prices also result in pressure for higher land rental rates and raise significant entry barriers for young farmers.

Many factors combine to determine land values – earnings potential, financing costs and real estate taxes to name just a few. This paper examines more than 9,400 Wisconsin large bare farmland sales between non-related parties between 2001 and 2008.

See where values are in your County!

Do You Like to Hike?

2009-09-29T09:48:00.000-05:00

Getting outdoors and walking through nature's beauty is a wonderful way to spend the day, especially now with the wonderful autumn display of colors. But where to go?

MapMyHike.com can show you the way. Check out this fantastic trail resource. Find a new trail today.

You can also check this great listing 238 acres in Clark County and have a property to create your own trails. Many more wooded parcels available BuyWisconsinland.com

Land of 10,000 Taxes coming After more

2009-09-19T15:15:00.000-05:00

Minnesota officials are canceling an agreement with Wisconsin that allowed residents of one state to file a single state income tax return if they worked across the border.
The cancellation stands to affect 33,500 Wisconsin taxpayers and only 13,000 Minnesota residents. Many western Wisconsin residents travel to the Twin Cities for work, while residents farther north work in Duluth.
Minnesota Ends Tax Reciprocity With Wisconsin

Wisconsin farmland values well above national average

2009-09-18T06:35:00.000-05:00

Wisconsin farmland values are still much higher than the national average, new data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows. The value of the state's farmland with buildings averaged $3,750 per acre, down 3% from 2007 but 79% higher than the $2,100 per acre average for the nation, according to the USDA.

SEE Wisconsin Farmland Values

WI Vacation Secret - Adams County

2009-09-11T10:54:00.000-05:00

The Wisconsin Dells is fantastic vacation destination. But travel just a few miles north and you will find Adams County, one of Wisconsin’s best kept vacation secrets – ‘til now!

Bordered on the west by Lake Petenwell and Castle Rock Lake, Wisconsin’s 2nd and 4th largest lakes, Adams County also has 24 smaller lakes and 100 miles of trout streams. Not fishing today? There is also over 40,000 acres of public land available for recreation and hunting. You will find 6 golf courses, including the The Pines championship course. There is Dyracuse Recreational Area, an ATV/Motorcycle Park. Don’t forget Roche a Cri State Park, with its pictographs and petroglyphs on rock wall left by ancient Native Americans, some nearly 1000 years ago.

Come and visit Adams County – find out more at Adams County Visitors Website.

Featured Property
120 acres on Dyracuse Lake
Town of Rome

Start driving down this private 1/2 mile Easement off Highway 13 to your sweet hideaway. Beautiful woods with campsite (and even an old outhouse!) and trails leading around the property so you can walk or ATV and enjoy the scenery and the wildlife. You have a private pond that is loved by the ducks and Lake Dyracuse with its cute lily pads to enjoy. Next door is Dyracuse Recreation Area, a 240-acre motorcycle and ATV park (http://www.dyracusepark.dustndirt.com/). Only 10 minutes south of Wisconsin Rapids and 45 minutes north of Wisconsin Dells. Best property value on the market today – for maps, photos and video check our website 120 acres Town of Rome

Clark County Wisconsin

2009-08-03T12:55:00.000-05:00

A visit to Clark County is finding what peace and quiet is really like. Rustic roads, farm fields, majestic forests all await you. The chance to really get away from it all and enjoy the outdoors. Clark County boasts over 132,000 acres of County Lands, ready for hunters, hikers, ATVers, bird watchers, and those who just love nature. Lakes and rivers, like Lake Arbutus and the Black River, along with 590 miles of streams, flow ready for your boat or fish hook. As they say in Clark County…”Wish you were here!”

For more information Clark County Tourism

Featured Property
238 acres to Hunt, ATV, Play!

If you’re a hunter, you’d better snap this up in a hurry! This prime 238-acre parcel is located in the scenic Township of Lynn in fabulous Clark County. This excellent parcel is mainly flat with very thick tree coverage of pleasing birch, shady poplar, hardy oaks and maples (think of the fall colors!), a few scattered pine and some open fields. And after the hunt, you can choose from any number of other activities to keep you occupied like ATV riding on amazing Clark County trails, pro golfing in quaint Abbotsford, or hunkering down for the Annual Smelt Feed in the great town of Thorp. For more information, maps and photos check out our website 238 acres Clark County

Recreation In Wisconsin

2009-07-06T11:52:00.000-05:00

Central and Northern Wisconsin have long been recreation meccas, with many lakes and rivers known for great fishing and boating, and thousands of acres of County, State and National parks and lands available for hiking, ATVing, snowmobiling, bird watching, hunting, or just enjoying the incredible views.

For more information on some of these great areas – check the BuyWisconsinLand.com tourism links Wisconsin Local Tourism and then check out properties in these areas.

For State of Wisconsin Tourism Information go to TravelWisconsin.com

2009-05-20T22:39:00.000-05:00

Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest

Popular game in in these northwoods include:

White-Tailed Deer
Black Bears
Foxes
Pheasants
Grouse
Wild Turkeys
Timberwolves
Elk

Fisherman's Dream

Brook trout, rainbow trout, and Brown Trout are found in many miles of excellent streams. Walleye, Small and Largemouth Bass, crappie, Northern Pike, and many species of panfish make the area's lakes famous for freshwater fishing. A record Muskellunge, Wisconsin's state fish, was caught in these waters and future records may still be out there. The beauty, heritage, and opportunities of these majestic forests draw thousands of tourists to the Chequamegon-Nicolet annually.

Hiking and Canoeing - Dream Land

Enjoy your day hiking through the mix of Aspens, Hardwoods and Firs, or canoe down the river and enjoy the scenery and take in the wildlife. The surrounding area boasts hundreds of lakes and countless acres of woods to explore.

Premier Recreation - Land Sale Wisconsin

Lying in the center of Wisconsin’s premier recreation destination is Price County. With hundreds of thousands of acres of National, State and County forests and thousands of acres of waters in rivers, lakes and streams, the property is an ideal getaway from the hassles of everyday life.

For those willing to travel a little further, the nearby towns of Hayward (home of the Lumberjack Championships) and Minocqua (voted best Wisconsin town for a fishing getaway) provide even more recreational opportunities and reinforce Price County’s reputation as one of Wisconsin’s premier recreational hot spots.