Back when I worked at Devil’s Lake State Park in the early ‘90s, naturalist Ken Lange (the park’s first naturalist) would tell us that the north shore bat colony was over 1,000 strong. By 2010, that often-quoted number had dropped…
Mark your calendars! Join the Devil's Lake State Park naturalist this Friday, July 21st from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. for a magical Sunset Hike up the East Bluff at Devil's Lake. As the day ends, you'll find a perfect spot…
The Sauk County Fair in Baraboo officially runs from July 10th through the 16th (2023), but for many of us, the fair really kicks off today (July 12th) because today the carnival midway opens at 4 pm! If you’re staying…
A fire broke out at the base of the East Bluff in Devil's Lake State Park, near the railroad tracks, yesterday. According to news reports, as of this morning (Tuesday, July 11th), the fire was 99% extinguished. All trails on…
Congratulations to Kim Barden, the winner of June’s drawing! Throughout the summer we are we’re thrilled to join Kindenshop, featuring artist Kinden Vazquez of Stevens Point, to give away prints of her amazing artwork to our readers. Her portrayals of local…
The 2023 Dances With Dirt adventure run, happening this Saturday, July 8th, from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM. Set in the stunning landscapes of Devil's Lake State Park, this run provides a unique opportunity to experience our park's natural beauty…
Visitors to Devil's Lake State Park this 4th of July weekend will have a few options for fireworks events in the area. The closest will be the "Barabooms" presented by Bachrodt Baraboo Motors featuring the Festival Foods Fireworks. As of…
Now through Thursday, June 29th, our area is under an air quality alert which will impact everyone including those in good health. Keep this in mind before hiking, biking, or putting in any outdoor exertion over the next couple of…
On Saturday, June 24, 2023, Downtown Baraboo, Wisconsin, will once again play host to the historic Big Top Parade. As the hometown of the Ringling Brothers, Baraboo holds a significant place in the circus world, and this event serves to…
Congratulations to Jennifer Spahn, the winner of May's drawing! Throughout the summer we are we’re thrilled to join Kindenshop, featuring artist Kinden Vazquez of Stevens Point, to give away prints of her amazing artwork to our readers. Her portrayals of local…