Fire & Trail Closures
A fire broke out at the base of the East Bluff in Devil's Lake State Park, near the railroad tracks, yesterday. According to news reports, as of this morning (Tuesday, July 11th), the fire was 99% extinguished. All trails on…
July Kinden Art Give-A-Way!
Congratulations to Kim Barden, the winner of June’s drawing! Throughout the summer we are we’re thrilled to join Kindenshop, featuring artist Kinden Vazquez of Stevens Point, to give away prints of her amazing artwork to our readers. Her portrayals of local…
Dances With Dirt, This Weekend
The 2023 Dances With Dirt adventure run, happening this Saturday, July 8th, from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM. Set in the stunning landscapes of Devil's Lake State Park, this run provides a unique opportunity to experience our park's natural beauty…
Where’s The Fireworks?
Visitors to Devil's Lake State Park this 4th of July weekend will have a few options for fireworks events in the area. The closest will be the "Barabooms" presented by Bachrodt Baraboo Motors featuring the Festival Foods Fireworks. As of…
Air Quality Alert
Now through Thursday, June 29th, our area is under an air quality alert which will impact everyone including those in good health. Keep this in mind before hiking, biking, or putting in any outdoor exertion over the next couple of…
Big Top Parade Saturday, June 24th
On Saturday, June 24, 2023, Downtown Baraboo, Wisconsin, will once again play host to the historic Big Top Parade. As the hometown of the Ringling Brothers, Baraboo holds a significant place in the circus world, and this event serves to…
Get in on our June Kinden Art Give-A-Way!
Congratulations to Jennifer Spahn, the winner of May's drawing! Throughout the summer we are we’re thrilled to join Kindenshop, featuring artist Kinden Vazquez of Stevens Point, to give away prints of her amazing artwork to our readers. Her portrayals of local…
Pollen on the Water
Let's "clear up" a little concern before the weekend! If you have noticed yellow-green dust blanketing the surface of Devil's Lake recently, don't worry, it's not algae. It's just a sign that our local pine & willow trees are in…
Trail Derailment At Devil’s Lake.
Sunday evening at Devil's Lake State Park a number of train cars derailed just south of the South Shore crossing within the park. No one was injured and there were no hazardous materials on board. There are no more details…
Find Your Quietude
As a "local" who spends more time on the trails than most, I can tell you that the idea that "everything is too crowded" on weekends and holidays, is only partly true. It's crowded in places and times when everyone…