Tag: WI
Clowning around at Circus World Museum
by Michael Martens | May 25, 2015 | Wisconsin History | 0 |
Did you know that the American circus has roots that trace their way back to this state? The...
Read MoreCatching Wheel Fever at Old World Wisconsin
by Michael Martens | Aug 21, 2014 | museums | 0 |
One of the new exhibits for 2014 at Old World Wisconsin in Eagle, WI takes us back to the...
Read MoreCornucopia, WI is full of bounty
by Michael Martens | Aug 21, 2013 | Culture, Festivals, Great Lakes, Lake Superior, Roadside Attractions, Small town, Travel | 0 |
Cornucopia, WI has the distinction of being the northernmost zipcode in the state of Wisconsin....
Read MoreIndependence Day Fireworks in Bayfield, WI
by Michael Martens | Jul 8, 2013 | Events, Holidays, Summer | 0 |
Where else can you go to see three 4th of July fireworks shows for the price of none? Bayfield, WI...
Read MorePlaying a little Extreme Croquet
by Michael Martens | Jun 10, 2013 | Games and Sports, lifestyle | 0 |
Croquet: the game of Queens and lighthouse keepers, or at least the game for people with large,...
Read MoreWisconsin Roadtrip: House on the Rock
by Michael Martens | May 29, 2013 | Featured, Roadside Attractions | 0 |
Here at Backroad Wisconsin, we love the kitsch. From some oddball or out of way little museum to...
Read MoreWalter’s Antique Toy Repair & Lawnmower Repair… & Museum!
by Christine | Apr 13, 2011 | Antiques, Family, museums, Roadside Attractions, Travel, Yellowstone Trail | 0 |
On my way to Eau Claire this past week I decided to get off of Highway 29 and explore beyond the obvious building just off the highway. So when the exit for Curtiss came up I hopped off and headed toward town. I found a great...
Read MoreThinking about summer?
by Christine | Jan 30, 2011 | Agricultural Tourism, County Fairs, Events, Festivals, Travel, Travel Planning | 0 |
Has your mind started wandering and looking for signs of warmer weather? If you are starting to plan your summer activities be sure to stop by the Wisconsin Fairs website to check out the schedule of fairs for the summer. Not...
Read MoreOil filters no longer allowed in WI Landfills
by Michael Martens | Jan 3, 2011 | lifestyle, News | 0 |
Starting January 1, 2011, do it yourselfers will no longer be able to dispose of used oil filters and oil absorbant materials in their regular garbage. More than a year ago, Governor Doyle signed into law legislation banning the...
Read MoreSnow tubing at Sylvan Hill Park in Wausau
by Michael Martens | Dec 24, 2010 | Games and Sports, Seasons, Skiing, Winter Sports | 0 |
Are you looking for a fun activity for the family during the Christmas break? If you’ve never been to Wausau’s Sylvan Hill Park, you really should head on out for an afternoon of snow tubing fun. The park has six...
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