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S1 Ep 95Moving to Wisconsin? Here's What You Need to Know
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Winnebago County; https://bit.ly/3miMadlCampfire Conversation: So, you’ve decided to move to the dairy state…what should you know in order to prepare? We’ve got the answers! Discover Wisconsin’s Brand Manager, Nicole Martin, joins us at the mic to discuss what her move back to Wisconsin was like, what factors she considered before the move back home, and what first time Wisconsinites can expect when moving to one of the friendliest places on the planet. If you’ve been itching to pick up your bags and start fresh, you’ll want to save this episode for future re-listens!Behind-the-Scenes of Discover Wisconsin: A Winter Destination Like No Other: Lake Geneva with Producer, Andy Meddaugh: https://youtu.be/V8nL56q72LYCobblestone Hotels; The Official Hotel Chain of Discover Wisconsin; https://bit.ly/3zv0mE9Visit Lake Geneva: Winter Travel Inspiration; https://bit.ly/2VroVDlMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Harbor Assistance Program

S1 Ep 94Hidden Gems: Racine
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Langlade County; https://bit.ly/2Z5ruwACampfire Conversation: There’s a lot more to Racine than Kringle’s, lighthouses on Lake Michigan, and Frank Lloyd Wright architecture for select corporate offices. The Belle City is also chock full of hidden gems! We sat down Racine native, Alyssa Bohm, who also happens to be the longest reigning Miss Wisconsin in history to uncover these gems! Plus, we debate all of the classic Racine questions like: “what is the proper way to pronounce the city?”, “who has the best Kringle?”, and “where can you find the best pizza?”Group Health Trust; Finding Healthy Eats in the Dairy State; https://bit.ly/38flBxVUW Systems; Creating a “Culture of Responsibility” between students, staff, and everyone in between; https://bit.ly/3siCgIEMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: WI Beer Distributors: Craft Breweries

S1 Ep 93Paranormal Wisconsin
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Marathon County; https://bit.ly/3uOWHjfCampfire Conversation: Happy Spooky Season 🎃 We are thrilled (and chilled to the bone) to welcome Paranormal Investigator, Author, Researcher, and Lecturer, Chad Lewis, to The Cabin today. Although he’s traveled the world in the pursuit of the paranormal occurrences in our world, Chad is native to Wisconsin and currently resides in Eau Claire. Get ready to nestle into the Halloween vibes with this episode talking about some abnormally charged places in the state to visit. To read more about the paranormal places in Wisconsin that Chad has explored, check out his book, “The Wisconsin Road Guide to Haunted Locations”, https://amzn.to/3plTfMjBehind-the-Scenes with Discover Wisconsin: From Farm to Flavor: A Food Tour with Producer Matt Edgar; https://www.youtube.com/c/DiscoverWICobblestone Hotels; the official hotel chain partner of Discover Wisconsin, offering big city values with small town charm; https://bit.ly/3zv0mE9UW-Platteville; a top-notch Wisconsin university offering affordable graduate programs; https://bit.ly/3nz1XpEMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Focus On Energy

The Road Less Traveled: Wisconsin Road Trip Inspiration
bonusThe episode of The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation; https://bit.ly/3lE53Y4Campfire Conversation: Buckle up, queue up this podcast, grab your road trip snacks, and put that phone down while you explore the roads less traveled all throughout Wisconsin! The master of road trips (aka Eric Paulsen) takes us through 5 scenic, must-see road trips to do throughout the state. Whether you’re looking for a quick weekend getaway inspiration, or just want some more natural beauty in your life, this is a road-trip episode that you can’t miss! Plus, listen to the end for a few words of wisdom from Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary, Craig Thompson.Join the Buckle Up Phone Down movement and take the pledge today: wisconsindot.gov/BUPD *Episode Cover Art Background Photo taken by Sam Li

S1 Ep 92Must Try Local Pizza Places in Wisconsin
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Washington County; https://bit.ly/3mA98vsCampfire Conversation: Ahh, pizza. A classic. A favorite. A comfort. A food category that could unite the world, and therefore, we needed to explore some of the must-try local pizza joints we have all throughout Wisconsin. Our return guest, Josh Ostermann, joins us to discuss what constitutes as a good pizza order, the best way pizza should be cooked, and most importantly, what local restaurants you should try for your next great slice! Local pizza restaurants mentioned in this episode include: Wild Tomato (Door County), Dina Mia Pizza (Rhinelander), Steve’s Pizza (Platteville), Calderone Club (Milwaukee), Wells Brothers (Racine), Heart II (Arbor Vitae), Roadhouse Pizza (Ripon), Grampa’s Pizzeria (Madison), Zaroni’s (Oshkosh), Attica Bar (Albany), Lisa’s Pizzeria (Milwaukee), and so many more! WI in 72: Eric lists all of the local pizza place favorites from our Instagram comment section at (@thecabinpod)Behind-the-Scenes with Discover Wisconsin: Wisconsin Downtowns with Producer Matt Edgar; https://www.youtube.com/c/DiscoverWIUW Systems: Creating a “culture of responsibility” and an excellent education; https://bit.ly/3siCgIEGroup Health Trust: How to better your mental wellness; https://bit.ly/3pQw5fjMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Solar Panel Installation

S1 Ep 91Iconically Wisconsin: Kwik Trip Edition
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Sheboygan County; https://bit.ly/3EXlM09Campfire Conversation: We’re back with another “Iconically Wisconsin” episode and we’re talking about Glazers, clean bathrooms, delicious hot food, milk in a bag, and a savage social media feed. Yup – we’re talking all things Kwik Trip with their Social Media Specialist, Paige Forde! Any true Wisconsinite knows that Kwik Trip is more than a gas station; it’s a way of life. And this episode is ready to give you an extra dose of KT appreciation. This is an iconic episode of The Cabin Podcast that you can’t miss! And make sure you’re subscribed, so we can see you next time; https://bit.ly/3AeagJWUW-Platteville: Affordable education with a heart for Wisconsin sustainability; https://bit.ly/3nz1XpEGroup Health Trust: Distracted Driving; the dangers of eating and driving; https://bit.ly/3wlvsMoMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Cancer Care & Research

S1 Ep 90Can You Survive a Weekend Bushcrafting in the Wisconsin Wilderness?
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Trempealeau County; https://bit.ly/3D0LDCiCampfire Conversation: If you love camping, get ready to step your game up and prepare for a weekend bushcrafting in the Wisconsin wilderness. Bushcraft is the use and practice of skills and knowledge in order to survive and thrive in a natural environment. Our guest, Ramsay, joins us in The Cabin to share his experiencing surviving in the Northwoods and shares wisdom that people need to know before trying the trek for themselves! To learn more about the 5 National Wilderness Areas in Wisconsin, skip to minute 21:00. Make sure to be following Ramsay along on his adventures on Instagram at: @northmen_bushcraftBehind-the-Scenes with Discover Wisconsin: Wisconsin’s Iconic Wineries with Co-Host Andrea Boehlke: https://bit.ly/33mwls4Group Health Trust: Healthy Eats in the Dairy State; https://bit.ly/38flBxVUW-Systems: https://bit.ly/3siCgIEMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Wisconsin Beer Distributors: Role and Impact
S1 Ep 89The Wisconsinista’s Fall Bucket List
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Racine County; https://bit.ly/3nZOaskCampfire Conversation: Grab a pen (or the notes app on your phone) and get ready to fill up your Fall Bucket List with The Wisconsinista! We cover every fall activity you can possibly fill in your calendar until the snow starts falling. Anything from mountain biking, cranberry marshes, fall hikes, boat tours, Oktoberfest celebrations, local fall festivals, lookout towers, baking, wineries, hot air balloons, and so much more! If you want a little spice in your fall schedule, this is the episode for you!Make sure to be following Chelsey along on her adventures on Instagram, and keep getting your bucket list inspired, at: @TheWisconsinistaVisit Oshkosh: https://bit.ly/2Sy710vWisconsin Cranberry Growers: https://bit.ly/3zGPCCkMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Oneida Nation History

S1 Ep 88A Wisconsin Deep Dive: Lake Geneva
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Milwaukee County; https://bit.ly/3EmHbPVCampfire Conversation: Have you ever taken a hot air balloon ride over Geneva Lake during peak fall colors? Or had a decadent beverage served in a cold pumpkin? Or had Stephanie Klett be your tour guide throughout Lake Geneva? Well, after this episode, you’ll be able to say the latter! Former Discover Wisconsin Host, former Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, and current CEO of Visit Lake Geneva sits down in ‘The Cabin’ for a hilarious episode about the best things to do in “The Newport of the West”! Some locations discussed in this episode include: Inspired Coffee, Oak Fire Pizza, the Lakeshore Path, the Maxwell Mansion, the Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, Snake Road, Ristorante Brissago, and so much more!Digital Short: A Fall Getaway to Lake Geneva:https://youtu.be/2EVfJGyozAQBehind-the-Scenes of Discover Wisconsin: Endless Shores of Wisconsin: Lake Winnebago with Producer, Andy Meddaugh: https://youtu.be/z-V6TrHplXo Visit Lake Geneva: https://bit.ly/2VroVDlUW-Platteville: https://bit.ly/3nz1XpEMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Walnut Hollow
Hidden Gem State Parks
bonusThe episode of The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources; https://bit.ly/38UIBmoCampfire Conversation: This episode combines 2 of our favorite things in The Cabin: hidden gems and state parks. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources partnered with us to share their 5 picks for hidden gem state parks that you probably haven’t visited yet, but absolutely need to! And honestly, who better to ask, then the people who explore state parks all day, every day, 365 days of the year?Check out the 5 hidden gem state parks discussed in this episode:Governor Thompson State Park - https://bit.ly/398gdgNPoint Beach State Forest - https://bit.ly/3jZhmxnWyalusing State Park - https://bit.ly/2YAM4V3Pattison State Park - https://bit.ly/3lca2xsHartman Creek State Park - https://bit.ly/3yXdQaQIf those state parks aren’t near you, find a hidden gem in your neck of the woods: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/findapark. And don’t forget to buy your 2021 Wisconsin State Park System vehicle admission sticker online: https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/wi, or your 2021 Wisconsin State Trail pass: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/admission/trailpass.
S1 Ep 87Hidden Gems: Portage and Baraboo
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Chippewa County; https://bit.ly/3jU2ekPCampfire Conversation: What do the Ringling Brothers, the Girl Scouts, and scrap metal museums all have in common? They’re all historic gems waiting for you in Portage and Baraboo! But we don’t stop there, we dig into the hidden gems of these amazing central Wisconsin towns with area native, Jessica Hammer. Some hidden gems discussed in the episode include: The Portage Canal, Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters, Historic Indian Agency House, Portage House of Clocks, Popcorn Corner, Broadway Diner, Ochsner Park & Zoo, Dr. Evermor’s Sculpture Park, Museum of Badger Army Ammunition, Man Mound Park, Tamarack Pizza, Baraboo’s New Life Lavender Farm, Pewit’s Nest & Parfrey’s Glen, Ski Hi Fruit Farm, and more!Visit Oshkosh: Hear about the must-do fall activities in the ‘Event City’ with Amy Albright: Executive Director at Oshkosh Convention and Visitors Bureau; https://bit.ly/2Sy710vSt. Germain: For more fall activities in the Northwoods check out events like The Colorama Festival and the 33rd Annual Greater Wisconsin Musky Tournament in St. Germain; https://bit.ly/3mxb5XFMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Walnut Hollow
S1 Ep 86Discover Wisconsin X Boondock Nation
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Waushara County; https://bit.ly/2XUPK3DCampfire Conversation: The TV show Discover Wisconsin started back in 1987 by our founder, Dick Rose and former Wisconsin Governor, Tommy Thompson. But, fun fact, Discover Wisconsin isn’t the only show we produce under our Discover Mediaworks umbrella!About 7 years ago, Dick’s grandson, Dylan Rose and his friend Jack Sarama, launched the show Boondock Nation. Boondocking is an adrenaline-fueled sport that requires snowmobilers to adjust their riding styles on the fly to conquer extreme weather conditions. So, they focus on all things snowmobiling and the intense riding sport that it is! So, if you’re looking forward to the winter months and shredding on the snow, this episode is for you!Their new season kicks off this September, so make sure you’re following along on their YouTube channel; https://bit.ly/36lvbzHand Instagram; http://bit.ly/2SCN9oQ for updates. REMAX Property Pros: From vacation homes to forever homes, find your dream property from this hand-selected list curated by Discover Wisconsin by visiting https://bit.ly/2R3vFoi and find your dream cabin today!Wisconsin Counties Association: Interview with Mark O’Connell; https://bit.ly/3ehxDHHMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: WI Beer Distributors: The Three-Tier System

S1 Ep 85Iconically Wisconsin: Culver’s Edition (ft. Craig Culver)
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Jefferson County; https://bit.ly/3maarmpThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: When thinking of things that are considered ‘iconic’ in Wisconsin, you know that a Butterburger and Culver’s custard is on that list! Craig Culver started this national restaurant sensation from humble beginnings in Sauk City, Wisconsin and has seen the fruits of his labor take off with over 800 locations nationwide. Listen in on this insightful (and delicious) conversation between the Cabin Crew and Craig Culver where they discuss everything from the founding story to the future trajectory of this iconic Wisconsin restaurant chain. Plus, we learn some inside secrets about how to maximize the flavor of your order at Culver’s, why you need to try the tartar sauce, and what Craig’s go-to order is.This is an iconic episode of The Cabin Podcast that you can’t miss! And once you’ve finished, you know you’ll need some crinkle cut fries; https://bit.ly/3mB0M8xFocus on Energy: Check out these tips for AC maintenance to help keep costs down and increase energy efficiency in your home; https://bit.ly/2SGpiZpGroup Health Trust: Distracted Driving; the dangers of eating and driving; https://bit.ly/3wlvsMoMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Silo Ridge
7 Small Towns in Wisconsin We Love
bonusThis episode of The Cabin is presented by Cobblestone Hotels, the official hotel chain of Discover Wisconsin; https://bit.ly/3zv0mE9Campfire Conversation: Cobblestone Hotels opened its first property in January 2008 in the small town of Clintonville, Wisconsin. Over the past 13 years, it has expanded to more than 160 locations across 27 states. This episode explores the strong Wisconsin roots of this, now national, chain and why they love to deliver big city quality with small town values. So, to honor their small-town love, and the new official hotel chain of Discover Wisconsin, we wanted to share 7 of our favorite small towns to explore in Wisconsin in this bonus episode! To learn more about Cobblestone Hotels and to find a small town stay that’s calling your name, head to: https://bit.ly/3zv0mE9
S1 Ep 84The Ultimate Guide to Oktoberfest in La Crosse
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Dodge County; https://bit.ly/2W9YuCoThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: Grab your lederhosen and dirndls, fill up your stein, and prost to Oktoberfest in La Crosse! With an abundance of German heritage in Wisconsin, it’s no surprise that this Oktoberfest celebration is the longest-running, and one of, the largest celebrations in the Midwest! Festivities kick off by tapping the ‘golden keg’ in just a month, so we wanted to make sure that our Cabin listeners were prepared with all of the info needed to make the most out of this weekend. We sat down with Fest President, Kelly Wilde, to talk traditions, songs, polka dancing, and must-do experiences for festival goers. Check it out and get ready to sing an ‘Ein Prosit’ at the end of this episode!Save the date for September 30th – October 3rd, 2021 for the Oktoberfest celebration in La Crosse! For more information, check out:https://bit.ly/3xYlH7FFocus on Energy: Check out these tips for AC maintenance to help keep costs down and increase energy efficiency in your home; https://bit.ly/2SGpiZpGroup Health Trust: Sunscreen is necessary for your health all-year round; https://bit.ly/3rbl7BAKnow Your Wisconsin: UW-Whitewater Cyber Security
S1 Ep 83An Insider’s Guide to Summerfest
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring St. Croix County; https://bit.ly/3lxap7JThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: Wisconsin is home to a lot of record setting things…like the world’s largest music festival! Summerfest launched back in 1968 and has made a home for itself in Milwaukee, attracting musicians, artists, performers, comedians, and so much more for decades. This staple event has seen some changes over the last 2 years due to COVID-19 and is excited to be back and better than ever in September 2021. Tune in to learn more about this legendary event and get some insider tips from their COO and VP Sales & Marketing, Sarah Smith-Pancheri!Group Health Trust: 3 Tips to Practice Internet Safety; https://bit.ly/3ijnNKMFocus on Energy: Wisconsin residents can get FREE energy-saving packs to help us all use energy smarter and reduce energy waste in our homes. Get yours today by clicking here; https://bit.ly/3xnzYKAKnow Your Wisconsin: Ho Chunk Beloit Casino
S1 Ep 82How to Plan a Weekend Around Lake Winnebago
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Green County; https://bit.ly/3iN2xvXThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: Before summer comes to an end, we could all use one more Wisconsin road trip, am I right? The best part about Wisconsin travel is that you never have to go far to discover more hidden gems, favorite breweries, parks to explore, and more! This week, we are diving into all of the goodies hiding in the towns outlining Lake Winnebago. We also share a delicious treat (and conversation) with Ali and Jenny from Faris Gourmet Popcorn, based in Fond du Lac, to tell us about their favorite spots at the ‘foot of the lake’. Some of the places we discuss in the episode include; Acoca Coffee (Appleton), Pilora’s Café (Oshkosh), The Sweet & Salty Pig (Fond du Lac), Menominee Park and Zoo (Oshkosh), the Mahler Museum (Neenah), TJ’s Harbor Restaurant (Oshkosh), Lawlss Coffee (Neenah), High Cliff State Park (Sherwood), Wiouwash Trail (Oshkosh to Hortonville), Barrel 41 Brewing (Neenah), Lion’s Tail Brewing (Neenah), Village Hearthstone (Hilbert), Hughes Homemade Chocolates (Oshkosh), and more! Focus on Energy: Check out these tips for AC maintenance to help keep costs down and increase energy efficiency in your home; https://bit.ly/2SGpiZpVisit Oshkosh: Need some waterfront dining ideas on Lake Winnebago? Check out these tasty options in Oshkosh; https://bit.ly/3rPCDMhKnow Your Wisconsin: Coloma Training Center
S1 Ep 81Wisconsin Water Skiing 101
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring La Crosse County; https://bit.ly/3i5t20lThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: It’s well-known that Wisconsin is the ‘Waterpark Capital of the World’. But did you know that it’s also the ‘Water Ski Show Capital of the World’?! We didn’t!But don’t worry, you’ll learn all about that, what to expect at a Waterski Show, and tips / tricks on learning to waterski yourself! We are joined with two members of the Webfooters Water Ski Show Team to teach us the ropes and share some of their favorite performances to do on the water. Plus, they’re hosting a ‘Learn to Ski’ day for anyone interested on Sunday. August 22, 2021 that you won’t want to miss! Learn more and sign up at by clicking here. Focus on Energy: Check out these tips for AC maintenance to help keep costs down and increase energy efficiency in your home; https://bit.ly/2SGpiZpVisit Oshkosh: Summer days in Oshkosh have fun available for everyone! Check out options for a weekend long itinerary here; https://bit.ly/2Sy710vKnow Your Wisconsin: Forest Habitat and RecreationUncover Idaho: Discover Mediaworks newest brand: https://bit.ly/3BwYPz1
S1 Ep 80Worldwide Cuisine Found in Wisconsin
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Sauk County; https://bit.ly/36RRoVdThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGood Campfire Conversation: We love talking about where to find the best food and beverages in Wisconsin, but what about food that isn’t necessarily local to Wisconsin? Beyond the beer, brats, and cheese curds, Wisconsin is home to a LOT of international cuisine. We spend this episode going on a world-tour of restaurants right here in our own backyards. This topic was suggested in (and won!) our contest to have a fan-hosted episode! It was a thrill to record thanks to our amazing fan, turned host, Apurba Banerjee. A few of the international dining spots mentioned in the episode include: Ringling Brothers Brewing (Baraboo), La Merenda, (Milwaukee), Alem (Milwaukee), Chef Paz (West Allis), Sai Ram (Appleton), Norske Nook (DeForest), Buraka (Madison), Madistan (Madison), Jamrock (Superior), The Cheel (Thiensville), Basil Café (Appleton), and so many more! Focus on Energy: Check out these tips for AC maintenance to help keep costs down and increase energy efficiency in your home; https://bit.ly/2SGpiZpWild Eagle Lodge: Your all-inclusive summer stay for the quintessential Northwoods experience; https://bit.ly/3dseanyKnow Your Wisconsin: CrossFit in the Dairy StateUncover Idaho: Discover Mediaworks newest brand: https://bit.ly/3BwYPz1
S1 Ep 79Unforgettable Wisconsin: The Driftless Experience
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Dane County; https://bit.ly/3wCtPKkThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: From fishing, to camping, to swimming, to hiking, to kayaking, to architecture, to just general exploring: we love the Driftless Area. Today, we are going to talk about hidden gem stops within the Driftless and how people can really craft a stellar weekend getaway in this stretch of the state with a native from the area, Tara Pizer. This region actually covers most of southwestern Wisconsin and stretches through La Crosse to the Menomonie area, so we have a lot of land to cover in this episode!Group Health Trust: Sunscreen in the Summertime; https://bit.ly/3rbl7BAVisit Oshkosh: Oshkosh Jazz Festival; https://bit.ly/3wF8Fv3Know Your Wisconsin: Brickfield Brewing
S1 Ep 78Through the Lens with Sam Li
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Rock County; https://bit.ly/2THPoeXThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: In our love for all things Wisconsin, you can imagine how much we LOVE the people who photograph our state and shine the gorgeous light on it that it deserves. We couldn’t resist the opportunity to sit down with one of Wisconsin’s (and Instagram’s) favorite photographers / videographers who is known for capturing Madison and Milwaukee specifically. Tune in to hear Sam’s story, how he got into photography, how to capture gorgeous photos on your own, and what it takes to get the perfect shot!Group Health Trust: Distracted Driving: Eating and Driving; https://bit.ly/3wlvsMoBent’s Camp: Celebrate their 125 years of Cisco Chain of Lakes fun and relaxation; https://bit.ly/3vrWQYLKnow Your Wisconsin: UW-Systems
S1 Ep 77A Foodie’s Guide to Wisconsin
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Ashland County; https://bit.ly/3y9QRtfThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: It’s not a secret that Wisconsin has an abundance of amazing food scenes. Between the extensive chefs and world class restaurants, to the fun hidden gem and “hole in the wall” restaurants, Wisconsin can be a foodie haven! And while we, here in the cabin, have explored our fair share of restaurants and foodie spots, we figured we needed some experts.Jordan and Mike from the Instagram account, "The Midwest Munchers" joined us on this episode to discuss the best hidden foodie spots you need to visit the next time you're in the market for a delectable dining experience!We talk about must-try restaurants like: Rusty’s Backwater Saloon (Stevens Point), Delta Diner (Bayfield County), Trout House (Palmyra), Boat House (Kenosha), Schuby’s (La Crosse), Parador (Egg Harbor), Red Light Ramen (Milwaukee), Roots Inn & Kitchen (Sister Bay), Baumgartner’s (Monroe), and more!Group Health Trust: Check out this story of how healthy eating habits changed the life of a Wisconsin educator here: https://bit.ly/3jz4UV5St. Germain: A summer in the Northwoods is a no brainer! You’ll love exploring St. Germain (https://bit.ly/3mxb5XF) and you’ll want to check out these 4 trails all experienced adventurers need to do: https://bit.ly/3pkP4hPKnow Your Wisconsin: Frank’s Hill
S1 Ep 76Hidden Gems: Milwaukee Suburbs
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Adams County; https://bit.ly/3xIT1QeThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: You all LOVED our episode where we shared Milwaukee’s Hidden Gems. But there’s so much more to cover in this vibrant city and the surrounding areas! So, we invited Milwaukee suburb native, and Discover Wisconsin’s newest co-host, Alex Wehrley on to share her favorite hidden gems in the neighborhoods beyond the city center! Some of the hidden gems mentioned in this episode include: Schlitz Audubon Park (Fox Point/Bayside), South Shore Park & Beer Garden (Pryor Avenue Well), Grant Park & Beach (South Milwaukee), Estabrook Park & Beer Garden (Shorewood), Ten Chimneys (Waukesha), Genesee Depot (Waukesha), Hoyt Park Beer Garden (Wauwatosa), Big Head Brewery (Wauwatosa), Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve (east of Grafton), Biloba Brewery (Brookfield), and more!Tune in to hear the whole list and what we love about these places! Focus on Energy: Check out these tips for AC maintenance to help keep costs down and increase energy efficiency in your home; https://bit.ly/2SGpiZpREMAX Property Pros: From vacation homes to forever homes, find your dream property from this hand-selected list curated by Discover Wisconsin by visiting https://bit.ly/2R3vFoi and find your dream cabin today!Know Your Wisconsin: Silo Ridge
S1 Ep 75The Rise of the Janesville Jets
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Walworth County; https://bit.ly/35sRP7yThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: If there was ever a time to discuss an ice-cold sport…it’s in the middle of summer. We are excited to talk about a rising and successful hockey team coming out of Wisconsin: the Janesville Jets! Today we sit down with President of the Janesville Jets, Bill McCoshen, who discusses the nuances of the game, what the team can do for rising athletes, what the team has done for the city of Janesville, and more!Learn more about the Janesville Jets; https://bit.ly/3zwLUfBFocus on Energy: Check out these tips for AC maintenance to help keep costs down and increase energy efficiency in your home; https://bit.ly/2SGpiZpVisit Oshkosh: Oshkosh Farmers Market features 130 vendors per week, with live music and themed events! Takes place on the 400 & 500 Blocks of N Main Street and 100 Block of Church Ave. It runs annually from June 5th thru October 30th from 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ; https://bit.ly/2Sy710vKnow Your Wisconsin: UW River Falls Dairy Pilot Plant
S1 Ep 74Stunning Wisconsin Wedding Venues
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Price County! The Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda Campfire Conversation: June means that Wisconsin wedding season is in full swing! Of course, the Cabin Crew knows that Wisconsin is home to so many beautiful landscapes and destinations, which also makes it home to so many beautiful wedding venues! We are joined today by Olivia Harlan Dekker, who is a sports reporter and host, as seen on ESPN, the Big 10 Network, and CBS. Her wedding to former Wisconsin Badger player, Sam Dekker, made major headlines back in 2018, so she seemed like an incredible guest to discuss all things Wisconsin weddings with. Plus, we gush over a long list of other stunning Wisconsin wedding venues throughout the state. These other venues include: Horseshoe Bay (Egg Harbor), the Villa Terrace (Milwaukee), the Grain Exchange (Milwaukee), Sawyer Farms (Egg Harbor), The Paine Art Center & Gardens (Oshkosh), The Bowery (Rubicon), Wild Rock Golf Club (Wisconsin Dells), Wisconsin Brewing Company (Verona), The Edgewater (Madison), Whispering Pines Event Center (Poynette), and more!Group Health Trust: Take care of your mental wellness this summer with vitamin D, exercise, and spending time doing the things you love! Check out our blog that explains this in depth and gives actionable tips at: https://bobber.discoverwisconsin.com/3-ways-to-better-your-mental-wellness-today/Visit Oshkosh: AirVenture at EAA is back! This event is perfect for aviation lovers and is one of the largest in the world. It is taking place from July 26 – August 1, 2021 on the EAA grounds. Learn more by visiting: https://www.eaa.org/airventureKnow Your Wisconsin: Destinations Career Academy
S1 Ep 73Where Did These Quirky Wisconsin Sayings Come From?
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Monroe County! The Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda --Campfire Conversation: I think we can all agree that one of the things that makes Wisconsin so lovable is how quirky it is. From certain town names, some places, some things, some people, and some of our language! Today, we are talking about some of Wisconsin’s most quirky sayings and expressions, and where they come from with Erik & Russ from the Wisconsin Drunken History Podcast. REMAX Property Pros: From vacation homes to forever homes, find your dream property from this hand-selected list curated by Discover Wisconsin by visiting https://homes.discoverwisconsin.com/ and find your dream cabin today!Visit Oshkosh: Check out some amazing Oshkosh breweries like Bare Bones Brewery, Fifth Ward Brewing Company, Fox River Brewing Company, and HighHolder Brewery. Learn more at: https://www.visitoshkosh.com/blog/post/oshkosh-breweries/Know Your Wisconsin: Janesville Jets
S1 Ep 72Brew-Sconsin: Part 2 with the Leinenkugel's
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Menominee County! The Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda --Campfire Conversation: See what’s on tap for this episode of The Cabin! We are pouring a frosty pint of Brew-Sconsin: Part 2 with the quintessential Wisconsin-Beer-Family: The Leinenkugel’s. Learn all about the Leinenkugel's history, how Dick and Katie like to take their favorite beers (via mixing certain flavors?!), and their other favorite breweries to frequent in Wisconsin. Some more breweries we mentioned since our last ‘Brew-Sconsin’ episode include: Bridge Up Brewing (Sturgeon Bay), Ahnapee Brewery (Algoma and Suamico), Wizard Works Brewing (Milwaukee), Brickfield Brewing (Grantsburg), Pitchfork Brewing (Hudson/Swinging Bridge, River Falls), PetSkull Brewing and Sabbatical Brewing (Manitowoc), District 1 Brewing Company (Stevens Point), Stubborn Brothers Brewery (Shawano), Young Blood Beer Company (Madison), Door County Brewing Co. Taproom and Music Hall (Bailey’s Harbor), Octopi Brewing (Waunakee), Lone Girl Brewing (Waunakee), and more!Group Health Trust: The Consequences of Distracted Driving: watch this videoWild Eagle Lodge: Plan Your Summer Getaway in the Northwoods with their "all-inclusive" feel during the summer, offering not only a stay but also a play. Learn more here: https://www.wildeaglelodge.com/Know Your Wisconsin: American Family Insurance Championship
S1 Ep 71Dairyland Delights: Wisconsin Ice Cream
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Marinette County! The Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda --Campfire Conversation: Wisconsin is known as ‘America’s Dairyland’ because we are one of the nation’s leading dairy producers, particularly in terms of cheese. But Wisconsin is also a leader in ice cream! This sweet treat has a lot of historical significance to Wisconsin and we have a bounty of places that you can go to enjoy homemade and delectable ice cream. As we head into the hot summer months, we wanted to give you all an overview of our favorite ice cream shops around Wisconsin with guest host, Megan Klopp.Some sweet locations mentioned in the episode include: the Purple Door (Milwaukee), King Cone (Plover), Historic Washington House (Two Rivers), Leon’s (Milwaukee), Babcock Hall (Madison), Sassy Cow Creamery (Columbus), Ardy & Ed’s (Oshkosh), Wilson’s (Ephraim), Not Licked Yet (Fish Creek), The Pearl (La Crosse), Rudy’s Drive-In (La Crosse), The Twisted Cone (Evansville), the Chocolate Shoppe (Madison), and more!--Behind-the-Scenes: Janesville Episode with Jessica Murphy (Producer)Visit Sheboygan: Visit Sheboygan and their SEAS program allows you and the family to have a professional take you on Lake Michigan on a guided chartered tour. To book a guided sailing tour with Visit Sheboygan, head to: https://visitsheboygan.com/sailing_packages/American Family Insurance Championship: The American Family Insurance Championship is back – and with preparations for up to 5,000 attendees per day on the University Ridge Golf Course on June 5th-13th! Learn more at: https://www.amfam.com/sponsorships/amfamchampionshipKnow Your Wisconsin: Ho Chunk Beloit Casino
S1 Ep 70A Summer Weekend Getaway in the Wisconsin Northwoods
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Florence County!Campfire Conversation: A Wisconsin summer in the Northwoods…is there anything better? Our friends at Langlade County wanted to make sure that we are prepared to make the most out of a summer weekend getaway for those with the adventurous and bug. Our videographer, Teddy Maier joins us to discuss his favorite sights and must-do activities in the Northwoods. Later, Producer Jess Murphy will take us behind the scenes on Discover Wisconsin’s latest episode in Turtle Lake and Barron County!Some of the activities and spots mentioned in Langlade County are: hiking along the Ice Age Trail, mountain biking along Jack Lake Trails, ATVing along the “county of trails”, white water rafting down the Wolf & Peshtigo Rivers, camping for the night, and so much more!Behind-the-Scenes: Wisconsin Road Trip: Turtle Lake & Barron County Episode with Jessica Murphy (Producer)Focus on Energy: Sustainability Tip of the Week -- you can install solar panels on virtually any home and can save you thousands of dollars on your energy bills. To learn more about how you can make your home more sustainable and energy efficient and support Wisconsin’s statewide effort to save energy by heading to https://focusonenergy.com/ambassador to learn more. Wisconsin Counties Association: Interview with executive director, Mark O’Connell to talk about the role they play for Wisconsin and their new podcast! Check out the #LocalGovMatters Podcast. Know Your Wisconsin: UW-Green Bay Northern Pike Research
S1 Ep 69Go with the Flow: Wisconsin Rivers
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Wood County!Campfire Conversation: Wisconsin has always been synonymous with the great outdoors! While there are so many varieties of exploration you can take, this episode is focusing on the 84,000 miles of rivers and streams that the badger state has to offer. Today, we’re talking about our favorite activities to do throughout all of Wisconsin’s flowing rivers. Plus, we take a quick splash on the topic of Wisconsin waterfalls to discuss a new series coming out on Discover Wisconsin’s streaming platforms. Some of the rivers you need to explore mentioned in the episode include: Apple River (Somerset), Chippewa Falls & Eau Claire Rivers (Eau Claire), Crystal River (Waupaca), Red Cedar River (Chetek), Grant River (Potosi), Namekagon River (Trego), Bois Brule River (Douglas County), Black Earth Creek (Cross Plains area), Kinnickinnic River (River Falls), Pike River (Marinette County), Kickapoo River & Tributaries (Coulee Region), Lower Menominee & Peshtigo Rivers (Green Bay), and more!2022 Discover Wisconsin Calendar Contest: Photographers can submit their best Wisconsin photo for the chance to be featured in the Official 2022 Discover Wisconsin Calendar. Learn more here: https://bobber.discoverwisconsin.com/2022-calendar-contest/.Behind-the-Scenes: Wisconsin Waterfalls & Slow TV with Andrew NatvigWisconsin RV World: Wisconsin’s oldest and first RV dealership is ready to take your family on the road! Traveling by RV is a safe, socially distanced, and beautiful way to see the state and hit the open road. To get your own RV for the family and start shopping now, head to https://www.wisconsinrvworld.com. Know Your Wisconsin: UW-Whitewater Cyber Security
S1 Ep 68Spirits of Wisconsin: Must-Try Distilleries
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Washburn County!Campfire Conversation: It’s no secret that we love a good adult beverage in The Cabin. Today we’re taking it to the next level and talking about the best spirits in the state and where you can go for an incredible cocktail experience. We’re joined by Jim Kanter from Central Standard Distillery to discuss what makes a great bottle of spirits and how the distilling process actually works! (Bonus: if you watch the podcast on YouTube, you’ll see Eric and Jim film on location in the distillery center at Central Standard.)Some of the other distilleries mentioned in the episode include: Great Lakes Distillery (Milwaukee), Wollersheim Distillery (Prairie du Sac), 45th Parallel Distillery (New Richmond), Northern Waters Distillery (Minocqua), Great Northern Distilling (Plover), Chippewa River Distillery (Chippewa Falls), Driftless Glen Distillery (Baraboo), Eagle Park Brewing & Distilling (Milwaukee & Muskego), Infinity Beverages Winery & Distillery (Eau Claire), J. Henry & Sons Bourbon (Dane), La Crosse Distilling – (La Crosse), North Woods Distillery (Coleman), Perlick Distillery (Sarona), Twisted Path Distillery (Milwaukee), White Wolf Distillery (Shell Lake), Dancing Goat Distillery (Cambridge), Old Sugar Distillery (Madison), Yahara Bay Distillers (Madison), Hatch Distillery (Egg Harbor), Door County Distillery (Carlsville), and more!Geronimo Hospitality: Learn how Beloit “ain't what it used to be" with Jeff Whiteman to discuss some of his favorite businesses around Beloit! As a special bonus, you can save at the Ironworks Hotel when you use code DISCOVER at: https://www.ironworkshotelbeloit.com/.Wisconsin RV World: Wisconsin’s oldest and first RV dealership is ready to take your family on the road! Traveling by RV is a safe, socially distanced, and beautiful way to see the state and hit the open road. To get your own RV for the family and start shopping now, head to https://www.wisconsinrvworld.com. Know Your Wisconsin: Wisconsin Eye
S1 Ep 67Amazing Wisconsin Bike Trails
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Waukesha County!Campfire Conversation: This episode is all about how you can explore Wisconsin on 2 wheels! Biking is an amazing and thrilling way to explore new areas all over the state. Today’s guest, Kayla Clemons, is competitive cyclist who has traveled all over the United States with her bike, and she’s spilling about her favorite places to bike in the badger state. Some road biking trails discussed in this episode include: the Gateway Trails on Grandads Bluff (La Crosse) the Driftless Region, Elroy-Sparta Trail (Sparta), Omaha State Trail (Camp Douglas to Elroy), Oak Leaf Trail (Milwaukee County), Gandy Dancer Trail (St. Croix Falls to Superior), Glidden Drive and Bay Shore Drive (Door County), and Washington Island (Door County). And a few off-road / mountain biking trails include: Alpine Valley Mountain Bike Trail (Elkhorn), Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association Trails (Cable & Hayward), Camrock County Park (Dane County), Newport State Park (Door County), and Peninsula State Park (Door County). Wisconsin RV World: Wisconsin’s oldest and first RV dealership is ready to take your family on the road! Traveling by RV is a safe, socially distanced, and beautiful way to see the state and hit the open road. To get your own RV for the family and start shopping now, head to https://www.wisconsinrvworld.com. Know Your Wisconsin: Harbor Assistance Program
S1 Ep 66Famous Wisconsin Inventions
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Taylor County!Campfire Conversation: What do ice cream sundaes, garbage disposals, malted milk, the Supercomputer, and typewriters have in common? They were all invented in Wisconsin, of course! Get ready to have your mind blown by the number of things you couldn’t imagine *not* having in the world today – and their Wisconsin roots. Wisconsin RV World: Wisconsin’s oldest and first RV dealership is ready to take your family on the road! Traveling by RV is a safe, socially distanced, and beautiful way to see the state and hit the open road. To get your own RV for the family and start shopping now, head to https://www.wisconsinrvworld.com.Know Your Wisconsin: Sustainable Paper Products
S1 Ep 65Wisconsin’s Wildest Bloody Marys
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Iron County!Campfire Conversation: You won’t look at tomato juice and vodka the same way again after hearing today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast. Join the Cabin Crew, and guest host, Rick Rose, as we talk about where you can find the wildest Bloody Mary cocktails throughout the state! Some of the destinations mentioned in today’s episode are: Wicked Hop (Milwaukee), West Allis Cheese & Sausage in the Milwaukee Public Market (Milwaukee), Mars Cheese Castle (Kenosha), V&M Campground & Bar (Rice Lake), Sayner Pub (Sayner), Two of a Kind (Dundas), Backhaus Sportsmen Retreat (Wabeno), The Tavern on Central (Florence), Loopy’s Grill & Saloon (Chippewa Falls), Pepi’s Pub & Grill (Racine), RumRunners Pub (Green Bay), Matty’s Bar (New Berlin), and Sobelmans Pub n Grill (Milwaukee).Jolly Good Soda:Make sure to follow Jolly Good Soda on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts (@jollygoodsoda) for all of their fun promotions or to win a “Case of the Mondays” every Monday throughout 2021! Know Your Wisconsin: Pipeline Construction
S1 Ep 64Play Ball: An Overview of Wisconsin’s Baseball Teams
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Iowa County!Campfire Conversation: It’s officially spring, which means we are ready for baseball season. Of course, Wisconsin is known for our major league team, The Brewers, but we also have an abundance of minor league teams across the state, so you can enjoy a slice of America’s favorite pastime in your backyard. Whether your goal is to enjoy a game on a gorgeous summer night, or if you’re really there to tailgate, we’ve got the details. We sat down with our first guest host, Josh Ostermann, to discuss some of Wisconsin’s Minor League Baseball teams, including: the Beloit Snappers, La Crosse Loggers, Kenosha Kingfish, Green Bay Booyah, Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, Madison Mallards, Milwaukee Milkmen, Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, Wisconsin Woodchucks, Eau Claire Express, Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, and the Lakeshore Chinooks. Behind-the-Scenes: “Off-Road Wisconsin: Tales from the Trails” with Discover Wisconsin Producer, Matt Edgar Jolly Good Soda:Make sure to follow Jolly Good Soda on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts (@jollygoodsoda) for all of their fun promotions or to win a “Case of the Mondays” every Monday throughout 2021! Know Your Wisconsin: UW Systems COVID Response
S1 Ep 63That's a Wrap: Mariah's Last Show
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Pierce County!Campfire Conversation: It’s a bittersweet day in the Cabin as we record Mariah’s last episode! After 8 amazing years of Discover Wisconsin, she’s heading south to pursue a new opportunity, but we couldn’t let her get away without reviewing her favorite memories, episodes, and experiences on the show. Tune in to hear this final conversation with our co-host, Mariah Haberman. P.S. - this doesn’t mean the end for The Cabin Pod! We are excited to keep bringing you the same weekly Wisconsin content with a variety of new guest hosts. Behind-the-Scenes: Discover Wisconsin kicks off Season 34 in Verona! Our Producer, Jessica Murphy, joins us to discuss the behind-the-scenes fun facts about shooting that episode last summer. Visit Eau Claire: As summer is rolling around, people are starting to plan their vacations/staycations, Visit Eau Claire has road trip itineraries (https://www.visiteauclaire.com/plan/road-trips/) already planned for visitors to jump in the car and make their way to Eau Claire.
S1 Ep 62Madison's Hidden Gems
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Columbia County!Campfire Conversation: Today, the Cabin Crew is hanging out in our capital city. But there’s a lot more to Madison than just a stunning Capitol building on an isthmus and its five surrounding lakes. The crew does a round-robin style show with Eric, Mariah, Susan and Audio Dave revealing their favorite hidden gem restaurants, bars, parks and more! Some of these hidden gems include, Burrito Drive, Le Tigre Lounge, Matz Farmstead Ruins, the UW Geology Museum, Breakwater, Old Sugar Distillery, Hoyt Park, Lake Wingra, The Tornado Steakhouse, The Robin Room, Picnic Point, Nattspil, Mickey’s Tavern, Tenney Park Locks, and more! Wisconsin Counties Association: Learn more about the Wisconsin Counties Association, their role in public health, and how they help Wisconsin succeed during this interview with their Executive Director, Mark O’Connell. Behind the Scenes: Discover Wisconsin kicks off Season 34 in Verona! Our Producer, Jessica Murphy, joins us to discuss the behind-the-scenes fun facts about shooting that episode last summer.
S1 Ep 61A Wisconsin Lighthouse Tour
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Sawyer County!Campfire Conversation: Wisconsin boasts over 800 miles of shoreline, two gorgeous Great Lakes and 55 unique, historic and picturesque lighthouses. This week on The Cabin Pod, the crew is taking you to the shores for an audio tour of Wisconsin’s most iconic beacons of beauty, including: Wind Point Lighthouse (Racine), North Point Lighthouse (Milwaukee), Milwaukee Pierhead Lighthouse, Cana Island Lighthouse (Baileys Harbor), Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead Lighthouse, Rawley Point (Two Rivers), Bray’s Point (Oshkosh), Kenosha Southport Lighthouse, Superior Entry Lighthouse, (Lake Superior), Devil’s Island Lighthouse (Bayfield), and more!WI in 72: Irish Style Beers in WisconsinJolly Good Soda:Make sure to follow Jolly Good Soda on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts (@jollygoodsoda) for all of their fun promotions and updates! Know Your Wisconsin: Local Government During COVID
S1 Ep 60Where to Find the Best Wisconsin Cheese Curds
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Eau Claire County! Campfire Conversation: A staple in Wisconsin cuisine is none other than our famous cheese curds! Whether you like them fresh or fried, you can be guaranteed to find them at almost every restaurant, bar, or farmer’s market in the dairy state. And if you’re like the Cabin Crew, you’ve been on the hunt to find the best cheese curd in Wisconsin. Tune in to find out a few of our favorites, like: Pioneer Keg (Theresa), Buck & Honeys (Sun Prairie, Waunakee, Monona), The Edge (Chippewa Falls), Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese (Luxemburg), Curd Girl (Madison), Mullins Cheese (Mosinee), Dairy State Cheese (Rudolph), Arena Cheese (Arena), Henning’s Wisconsin Cheese (Kiel), Holland Family Cheese (Thorp), Comstock Creamery (Comstock), Mars Cheese Castle (Kenosha), Wisconsin Cheese Mart (Milwaukee), Sconnie’s Alehouse & Eatery (Schofield), and more!Of course, there are so many more spots to find some delicious cheese curds – let us know your favorite spot by leaving us a voicemail at (608) 909-1935. Buck & Honey’s: If you’re in the Madison area and looking for some ‘Sassy Curds’ make sure to check them out in Sun Prairie, Monona, or Waunakee! Know Your Wisconsin: UW Systems
S1 Ep 59The Most Dog-Friendly Places in Wisconsin
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Juneau County!Campfire Conversation: Step aside cat lovers: One of the most highly requested podcast episodes has officially arrived! Honestly, we’re a dog-lovin’ bunch here at The Cabin Pod so this one’s a given. Round up your furry friend(s) and press play! We’re hitting up Wisconsin’s most dog-friendly places, including: any Wisconsin State Park, Zymurgy Brewing (Menomonie), the BarleyPop (Madison), Bailey’s Run Vineyard (New Glarus), Iron Horse Hotel (Milwaukee), 3 Sheeps Brewing (Sheboygan), Broken Bat Brewing (Milwaukee), Black Husky Brewing (Milwaukee), Caledonia Dog Park (Caledonia), Granville Dog Park (Milwaukee), Nashotah Park (Nashtah), Paw Print Park and Prairie Knoll (Janesville), Jefferson County Dog Park (near Johnson Creek), The Brewing Projekt (Eau Claire), Jefferson Street Inn (Wausau), Capital Springs Dog Exercise Area (Madison), and more! Plus, there are some great things to do with your dog, like heading to the Kaukauna Dog Park (Kaukauna), Dells Boat Tours, Milwaukee Boat Line Cruises, and S&B Tubing (Albany – Sugar River). Shop Discover Wisconsin: Use code CABIN for 15% off your order at https://shop.discoverwisconsin.com/Know Your Wisconsin: Cancer Care & Research at Marshfield Clinic
S1 Ep 58Our Favorite Wisconsin Comedians
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Kenosha County!Campfire Conversation: We could all use a reason to laugh these days, eh? Lucky for us, Wisconsin is home to some pretty hilarious people. In fact, you may be surprised by the number of famous comedians who hail from the heartland. This week, we are shining the spotlight on a few of our favorite funny people!We’re also sharing some of our top spots to enjoy some laugh-out-loud comedy around the state. Some spots include: Comedy on State (Madison), Comedy City (Green Bay), Kenosha Comedy Club, Monkey Business Institute (Madison), Atlas Improv Company (Madison) and the Bonkerz Comedy Club (Milwaukee). Looking for your new favorite energy drink? Look no further than the no added sugar and refreshing flavors from Clutch energy without the extra calories. Know Your Wisconsin: Frank Lloyd Wright
S1 Ep 57Black-Owned Businesses and Entrepreneurship in Wisconsin (ft. Marie Justice and Genia Stevens)
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Kewaunee County!Campfire Conversation: One of the coolest aspects of The Cabin Podcast is the flexibility and creativity behind the kinds of shows we get to do and guests we get to interview. On this episode of The Cabin, we are joined by two special guests to discuss black-owned businesses and entrepreneurship in Wisconsin. We even end the episode with a fan-generated list of black-owned businesses you can support around the badger state!Enjoy this conversation with Discover Wisconsin co-host, Marie Justice, and guest Genia Stevens. You’ll hear all about how she started a successful marketing and media company from her home, then took her passions into the non-profit sector to found Rock County Jumpstart, and more. Plus, Marie and Genia offer great advice to anyone looking to start their own business. You’ll hear why this entrepreneur, non-profit founder, and Forbes columnist is among the Top 100 Black Women to Watch in Marketing, listed in Who’s Who in Social Media, and why she’s been named one of Wisconsin’s Most Influential Black Leaders. WI in 72: Black-Owned Business shout-outs throughout Wisconsin (crowdsourced from fans on the Discover Wisconsin social media pages)Get your Jolly Good Soda’s on…now available in Festival Foods! Use code CABIN10 for a 10% discount on all Jolly Good merch at: jollygoodsoda.com. Know Your Wisconsin:Cheese Curds – How They’re Made
S1 Ep 56Weird Wisconsin Town Names
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Bayfield County!Campfire Conversation: Wisconsin is known for a lot of things...including some quirky - and sometimes nearly unpronounceable - town names. From Ubet to Ixonia, we are walking through some of the most unusual Wisconsin town names and diving into how each came to be. Some of the weird and quirky Wisconsin town names mentioned in this episode, include: Footville (Rock County), Mishicot (Manitowoc County), Tichigan (Racine County), Weyauwega (Waupaca County), Ubet (Polk County), Bluff Siding (Buffalo County), Wauwatosa (Milwaukee County), Embarrass (Waupaca County), Disco (Jackson County), Pardeeville (Columbia County), Ixonia (Jefferson County), Oconomowoc (Waukesha County), Trempealeau (Trempealeau County), Spread Eagle (Florence County), and more!To learn about more strange town names in Wisconsin, head to our blog and check out this article: http://bobber.discoverwisconsin.com/25-super-strange-wisconsin-town-names/.WI in 72: Wisconsin Town Names in Other StatesKnow Your Wisconsin: Skijoring
S1 Ep 5510 of the Most Beautiful Places in Wisconsin
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Pepin County!Campfire Conversation: Happy birthday to us! The Cabin is turning one year old this week. And because we're the giving type, we're here with a birthday surprise for you: Eric and Mariah are sharing their list of Top 10 Most Beautiful Places in Wisconsin. This episode includes the following locations: Holy Hill (Hubertus), Copper Falls State Park (Mellen), Grandad Bluff (La Crosse), John Nolen Drive (Madison), Ellison Bay County Park Bluff (Ellison Bay), the Apostle Islands (Bayfield), Devil’s Lake State Park (Baraboo), Interstate State Park (St. Croix Falls), Great River Road, and Pewits Nest (Baraboo).Have a listen and then give us a shout to let us know which Wisconsin spots are on your list: (608) 909-1935.For more information and to learn more about some of these destinations, head to: http://bobber.discoverwisconsin.com/10-beautiful-places-wisconsin/.Know Your Wisconsin: Wood Technology Center
S1 Ep 54How to Plan a Getaway to Green Bay
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Green Lake County!Campfire Conversation:Our beloved Pack may be done for the season but we're still showing some love to Titletown! Whether you're a football fanatic or not, the Green Bay Area has so much to offer no matter the season. Our listeners also weigh in to address the ultimate QB smackdown. (Will it be Rogers? Or Favre?) The Cabin is excited to be in northeast Wisconsin this week and we implore everyone to come explore this gem of a city with us (except for you, Tom Brady).This episode starts out with Mariah taking us on a tour of the must-see Packer themed locations! These sights and experiences include: the Lambeau Field Stadium Tour, Packers Hall of Fame, Packers Heritage Trail, Packers Training Camp, Packers Family Night, and the Titletown District.Then, Eric walks through everything else that the Green Bay Area has to offer! His list of must-sees includes: Bay Beach Amusement Park, Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary, Green Bay Botanical Gardens, the NEW Zoo, the Neville Public Museum, Hazelwood Historic Home Museum, The Automobile Gallery & Event Center, the Meyer Theatre, The Children’s Museum of Green Bay, and Heritage Hill State Park. The breweries mentioned include: Titletown, Copper State, Hinterland, Badger State, Noble Roots, Stillmank, Zambaldi, and AhnapeeGroup Health Trust: Something that we love about Wisconsin is the ability to strike up that ‘work-life’ balance wherever you are. We really take pride in that and Group Health Trust hits this message home. For more information on how to foster overall health and wellness, check out our blog post at: http://bobber.discoverwisconsin.com/strengthening-your-life-balance/ and read all about it. Know Your Wisconsin: Coloma Training Center
S1 Ep 53Wisconsin 101: The Brandy Old-Fashioned
Get ready to muddle your sugar and bitters as you listen in on a conversation starring a Wisconsin staple: the Brandy Old Fashioned. The Cabin Crew reveals some top spots around the state to order Wisconsin’s signature cocktail. The only question you’ll have left to ponder is: Do you prefer yours sweet or sour?The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Grant County!Campfire Conversation: Get ready to muddle your sugar and bitters as you listen in on a conversation starring a Wisconsin staple: the Brandy Old Fashioned. The Cabin Crew reveals some top spots around the state to order Wisconsin’s signature cocktail. The only question you’ll have left to ponder is: Do you prefer yours sweet or sour?Some delicious locations around Wisconsin to check out for your next Old Fashioned, check out the spots mentioned in this episode: Drink Wisconsinbly Pub (Milwaukee), Bryant’s Cocktail Lounge (Milwaukee), Sky Club (Plover), Connelly’s Supper Club (Chippewa Falls), Buckhorn Supper Club (Milton), Butterfly Supper Club (Beloit), Driftless Glen Distillery (Baraboo), La Cave inside Le Chateau (La Crosse), Great Northern Distilling (Plover), Copper Crow Distillery (Bayfield), Mark’s East Side (Appleton), The Old Fashioned (Madison), Toby’s Supper Club (McFarland), Sconni’s Alehouse and Eatery (Scofield), McGregror’s Blink Bonnie Supper Club (St. Germain), Ishnala Supper Club (Lake Delton), The Craftsman (Eagle River), and more!Know Your Wisconsin: Power Sports Hub
S1 Ep 52Milwaukee’s Hidden Gems
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Forest County!Campfire Conversation: The Cabin Crew is heading east to Wisconsin’s largest city: Milwaukee! In a city so vibrant and one-of-a-kind, you can’t see everything worthwhile in a week, let alone its many hidden gems. Eric takes the lead this week with his list of little-known Milwaukee destinations that you have to check out during your next visit. Some of the hidden gems listed in this episode include: Pryor Avenue Iron Well (Bay View), Bryant’s Cocktail Lounge (Bay View), At Random Cocktail Lounge (Bay View), Koz’s Mini Bowl (South Side), Lake Park, North Point Lighthouse, and Lake Park Bistro (Lakefront), Swing Park (Holton St. Bridge), Grohmann Museum (East Town), Kochanski’s Concertina Bar (Burnham Park), the Jackson Street Grill, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Burnham Block, South Shore Park Beer Garden and Shore Drive, Hubbard Park Lodge & Beer Garden (Hubbard Park), Zocalo Food Park (6th Street), Havenwoods State Forest, and more! Plus, Mariah asked some Discover Wisconsin fans on social media who also listed these places as their favorite Milwaukee hidden gems: Doctor’s Park, the Journeyman Rooftop Bar, Santino’s Little Italy, Brew City Brand, La Masa Empanada Bar, Barnacle Bud’s, and more! Behind-the-Scenes: We chat about all thingsRichland Center with cinematographer, Teddy Maier! This includes, the Richland Center Architecture Tour, the Foot Bridge, Oakwood Fruit Farm, Lonesome Milling, Woods Bar & Grill, Frank Hills Effigy Mounds, and more. Make sure to leave us a rating and review in Apple podcasts, or leave us a voice message! You can call and leave us a voicemail at (608) 909-1935 and we just might feature it on a future episode.Wisconsin Wellness: Group Health Trust is helping us look out for the health and wellness of Wisconsinites. Today we discuss the importance of diagnosing symptoms in childhood asthma and identifying are some risk factors. For more information, head to our blog to read more at: http://bobber.discoverwisconsin.com/childhood-asthma/. Know Your Wisconsin: World Championship Derby Complex in Eagle River, WI
S1 Ep 51Wisconsin’s Best Winter Hiking Destinations
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Dunn County!Campfire Conversation:This episode is all about Wisconsin’s best winter hiking destinations, which we certainly have no shortage of! When people picture ‘hiking’ in their heads, it’s usually a big summer scene or in a state park, but don’t sleep on the opportunity to get outside for some fantastic hiking destinations this winter. Take a look at the winter frost outside and map out the winter hiking trails you need to hit this year. Hiking destinations the Cabin Crew listed included: The Ice Age Trail, Gibraltar Rock (Columbia County), Straight Lake State Park and Willow River (Polk County), Dells of the Eau Claire County Park (Marathon County), Devil’s Lake State Park (Baraboo), Tower Hill State Park (Spring Green), Lapham Peak State Park (Delafield), Timms Hill County Park (Ogema), Wyalusing State Park (Prairie du Chien), Kangaroo Lake (Baileys Harbor), Natural Bridge State Park (North Freedom), Bayfield Ice Caves (Apostle Islands), and the Lion’s Den Gorge (Grafton/Port Washington). Leave us a voice message! You can call and leave us a voicemail at (608) 909-1935 and we just might feature it on a future episode.Don't forget to use code CABIN10 to receive 10% off your purchase from Just Coffee Coop! Head to justcoffee.coop to check them out today.
S1 Ep 50SPECIAL: The Best of 2020
2020 has been a lot of things...including the launch of The Cabin Podcast! This brand new endeavor for the Discover Wisconsin crew was fun, exciting, challenging, and allowed us to branch out in Wisconsin in all new ways. As we come to the end of the year, the Cabin Crew is bringing you a review of the top 10 most downloaded podcast episodes of 2020.
S1 Ep 49Wisconsin’s Most Incredible Architecture
The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Crawford County!Campfire Conversation: This week, we are talking about Wisconsin’s most incredible architecture, which isn’t hard to find -- and not just because we are the home state to legendary architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. The crew discusses their favorite architecture landmarks to visit, including: Taliesin (Spring Green), the SC Johnson Wax Headquarters (Racine), the Milwaukee Art Museum (Milwaukee), Milwaukee City Hall (Milwaukee), the Pabst Theater (Milwaukee), the Riverside Theatre (Milwaukee), the Mabel Tainter Theatre (Menomonie), the AL Ringling Theatre (Baraboo), the Meyer Theatre (Green Bay), St. Josaphat’s Basilica & St. Joan of Arc Chapel (Milwaukee), Mitchell Building & Grain Exchange (Milwaukee), The Octagon House (Watertown), Oneida County Courthouse (Rhinelander), Oconto County Courthouse (Oconto), Lincoln County Courthouse (Merrill), Manitowoc County Courthouse (Manitowoc), Grant County Courthouse (Lancaster), Green County Courthouse (Monroe), Polk County Courthouse (Balsam Lake), the Mecikalski Building (Pelican Lake), and House on the Rock (Spring Green). Leave us a voice message! You can call and leave us a voicemail at (608) 909-1935 and we just might feature it on a future episode.Don't forget to use code CABIN10 to receive 10% off your purchase from Just Coffee Coop! Head to justcoffee.coop to check them out today. Make sure to mark down Beloit as the next Wisconsin town you need to visit! Their downtown area has been revitalized over the last few years and has so many great places for you to eat, drink, and stay.