Gravel Lot Redux
I originally brought up the issue of the new parking lot(s) when readers started asking me what that "scar, hole, construction zone" was right under Devil's Doorway last spring. I was as surprised as anyone when I first went out…
Fall Colors, Halloween Hike and ?
The weather forecast is looking mighty good this weekend which means everyone will be out to see the fall colors in Baraboo Hills area. While you're out this weekend, you may also want to check out these events... Halloween Mystery…
Fall Colors. A Lesson in Perspective.
These days, so many of us get our information from social media including, of course, learning how the fall colors are coming on. Thing is, for every beautiful photo and positive comment, there is someone sharing their dull, bland and…
Monday Color Extra!
The colors are coming on fast here at Devil's Lake State Park and in the Baraboo Hills. This week and next weekend (Oct. 14 - Oct 20th) are going to be your best opportunity for great colors! Of course, not…
The Woolly Bear Myth
Have you heard of the Woolly Bear Myth? Most people in the Midwest have heard it one time or another. The idea is that you can forecast how long the coming winter will be by looking at a Woolly Bear…
The Gathering Has Begun!
Turkey vultures are the stars of Devil's Lake State Park's skies all summer long. Many people mistake them for eagles and hawks, but even so, they are a loved part of the park experience. Well, right now, their numbers are…
Refocusing Our Efforts
This Sunday, September 29 at 5:00 PM the Friends of Devil's Lake State Park will be holding their annual meeting. You can get details right here. At this event, the organization will be holding a picnic and electing new board…
Universe in the Park
This Saturday, September 28, (2019) join astronomy graduate students from the UW-Madison Astronomy Program for an evening of exploring the Universe at Devil's Lake State Park! There will be a short presentation, then afterward there will be some time for…
Ride The Rails!
There are many ways to enjoy the Baraboo Hills region beyond Devil's Lake State Park. We are always encouraging folks to get out and explore all of Sauk County! One way to do that is on the coach of a…
Rescue Practice & Purpose
Last week the Baraboo Fire Department Rope Rescue Team and the Wisconsin Army National Gaurd put in some search and rescue practice time along the West Bluff of Devil's Lake State Park. Here's a bit of video. (Above) It was…