Jared and Melinda Hoke reflect on their journey to visit all 66 state parks. For the past 50 years, Marine on St. Croix residents Jared and Melinda...
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A Day on the Kinnickinnic River
Adventures abound on the Kinnickinnic River. Flowing through the heart of River Falls, Wisconsin, the Kinnickinnic River (known to locals as “the...
Franconia Sculpture Park Welcomes New Director Alex Legeros
To visit Franconia Sculpture Park is to enter another world. Absurd eyeball-like orbs rotate on an axis, moved by the breeze; an unassuming shed...
Doggy Destinations Around St. Croix Valley
It’s time for the annual return to the outdoors! I know our pups will be grateful for it, so let’s give our companions the ultimate Valley...
Roaming Stone Sculpture Recalls A Memory of the Prairie
Belwin Conservancy’s newest art installation brings visitors closer to nature. Sitting on 1,500 acres of land, the Belwin Conservancy welcomes...
Favorite Hikes Around St. Croix Valley
There’s nothing quite like a Midwestern fall—the colorful foliage, the crisp air and the breathtaking views that envelop our community. Several...
It’s the Dog Days
The spring equinox has passed, the days are longer and the sunshine is brighter. Now that spring is officially here, it’s time to have a ball with...
Enter the Badlands
Outdoor enthusiasts love this famous snow park. For the past five decades, the Badlands Snow Park has been a prominent recreation area in Hudson,...
Beginner Birders: Check Out This Hike at Lake Elmo Park Reserve
Take part in a guided bird hike at a Washington Country park! Take part in a guided bird hike at a Washington Country park! Experience the outdoors,...
Visit These Local Spots on Your St. Croix Valley Staycation
Add these St. Croix Valley “bucket list” locations to your list of best places to check out this summer. It’s easy to see why we think the St. Croix...
A Guide to Hudson’s Concerts in the Park
Hudson does outdoor music right on the regular at Concerts in the Park at Lakefront Park. There’s nothing quite like live music. But add summery...
Local Winter Activities That are Fun for the Whole Family
We found some of the best winter activities in the St. Croix Valley. Has cabin fever taken hold of your family? Are the kids getting restless? Is...
