During our three months at home base for winter, we squeezed in a few smaller trips without the RV. In January, we flew out to visit my dad in Oregon and spent a weekend at a conference in southern Illinois. Then in February, we headed out for a long weekend…
We spent a long weekend in Madison while Josh was working a vendor booth, and in between coffee dates and exploring with friends, I carved out a Saturday morning for something a little different, a free tour of the Wisconsin State Capitol. What I expected to be a quick, “sure,…
I visited the L.R. Ingersoll Wonders of Physics Museum with two of my good friends, and we spent the entire day happily geeking out over science. After working in higher education for most of my career, I’ve never quite lost my love for wandering college campuses. They’re such hidden treasure…
Every year on the road brings a new batch of memorable Harvest Hosts stays, and 2025 was no exception. If you’re new to Harvest Hosts, it’s one of our favorite ways to break up long travel days and discover small businesses we’d never find otherwise- wineries, museums, farms, roadside gems,…
Atlas Obscura has long been one of my go-to resources for travel planning. If you’re not familiar with it, the site is a treasure trove of weird and unusual places to explore. Both users and editors contribute entries, and you can create lists of places you’ve visited, plan to visit,…
Nestled on the eastern edge of Lake Winnebago, Calumet County Park offers a peaceful getaway, as well as easy access to nearby Appleton and Oshkosh. In this guide and review, we’ll cover everything you need to know for the perfect camping trip at Calumet County Park. We’ll share our personal…
Welcome to our guide to camping at Astico Park in Dodge County, Wisconsin! Nestled along the beautiful Crawfish River, just a short drive from Madison, this charming campground offers a perfect escape into nature with its scenic views, spacious campsites, and plenty of outdoor activities. In this guide, we’ll cover…
Last time we were in the Spring Green area, for a spring break trip back in 2018, we missed the opening of the Taliesin season by one day. So when we were looking at camping in a nearby town, I was super excited to finally get a chance to visit.…
While staying at Calumet County Park, on Wisconsin’s Lake Winnebago, we made a trip over to visit High Cliff State Park. Besides the hiking trails and natural wonders, this park is full of oddities and history. We saw an old general store, climbed an observation tower, walked among effigy mounds,…
Nestled in the rolling hills of Highland, Wisconsin, Blackhawk Lake Recreation Area offers campers a serene escape into nature. Our campground guide will provide everything you need to know to make the most of your stay at Blackhawk Lake. We share detailed information on how to camp at Blackhawk Lake,…