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Your Guide to Spring in Wisconsin

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A California native learns to love Wisconsin spring after moving from a place with no real seasons.
The episode begins with hosts Andrea Boehlke and Megan Christian introducing spring as their favorite season, joined by guest Jake Rome, a California native who learned to appreciate Wisconsin's seasons. They discuss hiking recommendations, including Lion's Den Gorge, Oconomowoc Lake Loop, and Devil's Lake, with details on the Ice Age Trail's 1,200-mile span and glacial history. Andrea shares her family's maple syrup-making process, noting it takes 40 gallons of sap for one gallon of syrup. Morel mushroom hunting is explored, with mentions of a festival in Muscoda. Megan clarifies her stance on fishing, enjoying the activity but being uneasy with handling fish. The hosts play a 'Spring or Fling' game, debating activities like cliff jumping and skydiving. Andrea talks about Doggie Day in Deer District for charity. The episode concludes with a behind-the-scenes look at a Discover Wisconsin ATV adventure episode, featuring Josh Osterman discussing trails in locations like Rice Lake and Black River Falls. Throughout, the tone is conversational, blending travel tips with personal stories and local insights.

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A relaxed Wisconsin outing where Barron County's outdoor appeal meets the humbling art of learning to fish.

The Cabin treats Barron County as an easygoing Wisconsin getaway built around water, trails, and small-town stops. Lakes invite fishing, boating, and kayaking, the Red Cedar River suits a slower paddle, and the trail network opens the door to hiking, biking, and snowmobiling.

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Want northwest Wisconsin with lakes, a Red Cedar River paddle, and small-town stops close at hand?

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