Late-Season Vultures at Devil’s Lake
The summer crowd is still hanging around... Autumn is getting later. It's easy to see as I go back through my photos of Devil's Lake State Park taken since the early 90s. I was pondering this as I was hiking…
Fall Color Season Begins
Wisconsin's fall colors are amazing, and Devil's Lake State Park is one of the best places in the state to enjoy the full autumn color experience! In fact, practically anywhere in the Baraboo Hills area is just amazing! Here in…
Off-the-Beaten-Path at Dekorra Wildlife Area
"Public access lands are here for all of us to enjoy," the WDNR says, and they couldn't be more right. For nature lovers who feel like they've "seen it all," it might be time to expand your horizons beyond the…
Are You Anxiously Awaiting Autumn in the Baraboo Hills?
As the summer heat fades and crisp autumn air settles in, the Baraboo Hills transform into a breathtaking canvas of fall colors. After months of lush green landscapes, the vibrant hues of autumn can seem almost surreal. The reds, oranges,…
Foundations of History: The Engineers’ Camp and Messenger Family at Devil’s Lake State Park
Devil's Lake's landscape is filled with remnants of human history at the park. These remnants can be read like a history book, with each page revealing a different era. From ancient effigy mounds sculpted by Native peoples thousands of years…
Native American Art & Culture Come Alive: A Can’t-Miss Event at Devil’s Lake
Join us this Friday, August 16th, for an unforgettable day of Native American art, music, and dance at Devil's Lake State Park. This event marks the final dance performance of our 2024 cultural season, promising a vibrant showcase of Indigenous…
The Shifting Landscape
Opinion - As the world changes, each new generation tends to accept their environment as normal. Science calls this "Shifting Baseline Syndrome". It's why you might not know what you've lost if you weren't around to see it go. Take…
South Shore Bridge Repaired
Last week's storms caused significant damage to the south shore boardwalk bridge at Devil's Lake State Park. A large tree fell, crushing the bridge and leading many to speculate about prolonged closure. Contrary to these expectations, repairs have been completed…
Gallery – Native Arts and Culture Performance
About 200 people attended the first of 2 performances of the Native Arts and Culture of Teewakącąk at Devil's Lake State Park last Friday. The next performance, along with the Native Art Market Place, will be held on August 18th…
Nature’s Tell
Editorial: Land just is. The land and the critters that live upon it just “are”. The plants, trees, worms, bees, and bears all co-exist in some semblance of balance. Left alone, and barring any natural disaster, the natural world just…