What Is Wilderness?
Author & environmentalist, Edward Abby wrote that the "idea of wilderness needs no defense, it only needs defenders.". Today, especially here in Wisconsin, the "pristine" wilderness he spoke of is…
It’s Procyon Lotor!
Time to check in on our 'Critter Cams'! Well, one anyway! It's been a weird season with few predators or even deer for that matter. What's the message when over…
The Woolly Bear Myth
Have you heard of the Woolly Bear Myth? Most people in the Midwest have heard it one time or another. The idea is that you can forecast how long the…
Weekend Events. July 26, 27 & 28.
This weekend features great weather, a very special Native dance presentation at Devil's Lake and more. Let's jump right in... Weekend Weather This is a simple one. We're looking at…
The Kids Are Growing Up!
The older Great Blue Heron chicks are now beginning to leave the nest, and more will soon follow. Before long, the heron rookery located at Devil's Lake State Park's south…
She’s Not Dead!
A couple of days ago we were out walking along the South Shore of Devil’s Lake where the road and sidewalk are right up against the lake. This area is…
Lost Lake State Natural Area
The 169 acre, Lost Lake State Natural Area is located deep in the Baraboo Hills and about 10 minutes drive from Devil's Lake State Park. This is a spot where…
The Weekend. June 14,15,16.
Let's take a look at what's up this weekend at Devil's Lake State Park and beyond.. Oh, and don't forget, Sunday is Father's Day... (No slippers, please!) Weather We're looking…
Just leave ’em
OK. Well, I think a lot of folks learned or relearned how busy Devil's Lake State Park can get on a sunny holiday! How was your experience over Memorial Weekend?…
Memorial Weekend 2019
Hard to believe it's Memorial weekend already! Well, we've got a lot of ground to cover, so let's hit it! Our Local Weather Not a bad forecast with a mix…