The warm sun shined down on my brother and I as we drove down the windy road to Beloit, Wisconsin. Picket signs led the way to our destination. After a short drive down Walters Road, we found a break...
Birthdays are great, but to me, birthday surprises are even better.
My boyfriend’s birthday was coming up and I wanted to celebrate. We had talked all summer about going camping but our dang jobs...
By Jake Prinsen
The year was 1998. I was around four years old, and I was watching my older brother (about five at the time) cast his Snoopy fishing reel from a pier off the shore of Lake...
Before I tell my story, I should clarify that “Pie” refers to the name of my dog, not the story of my struggle with pie (as a dessert) addiction. Yes, I have a beagle named Pie – Sweetie...
Living in the Midwest, there is a lot of hype about skiing and snowboarding, but it’s something I’ve never really understood until recently.
In the beginning of January, I went downhill...
I’ve never done winter hiking before, but I knew the trails were open all year so I decided to go explore my favorite trail, Lapham Peak, outside of Delafield, Wisconsin.
During the winter...
With winter upon us, it’s important to find ways to stay active, especially in a state where we see so many months of cold and snow. I have the tendency to want to curl up on the couch and...
RP Outdoors: Apple Barn Orchard and Winery
Pumpkin and apple picking, a country store, a winery and rides through the orchard and pumpkin patch can all be found at a local treasure.
Anyone...
People looking for a hiking trail closer to Whitewater than Door County can look no further than Lapham Peak. The trail offers visitors fantastic views and peaceful trips for casual hikers to...
RP Outdoors-Peninsula State Park
It’s no secret Wisconsin offers miles upon miles of trails and parks to hike, climb, camp, bike or ride. From Devil’s Lake to Peninsula State Park, adventure-seekers...
