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The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Marathon County.Campfire Conversation: We're covering some of our favorite kid-friendly trip ideas, summer is here and we want you to get out and enjoy all of the wonders of Wisconsin. Here are some of our picks: Tons of amazing Wisconsin zoos, Children's Museums, Lambeau Field, Discovery World, Wisconsin Dells Duck Tours, Circus World, Little A-merrick-A, Tommy Bartlett Exploratory, Camping for the Fun of it.Behind-The-Scenes: For the first time we've got 3 yes, THREE Discover Wisconsin hosts, Eric and Mariah are joined by Marie who hosted the Egg Harbor & Sturgeon Bay episode. Marie a Wisconsin transplant from Illinois got to explore tons of outdoor activities, paddle boarding, downtown Sturgeon Bay, live music, local restaurants, tall ships festival, eggy bikes to explore the town.Know Your Wisconsin: Family Farms

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Washington County. Campfire Conversation: We're talking beaches! North and South Beach (Sheboygan), Kohler-Andrae State Park Beach (Sheboygan), North Beach (Racine), Schoolhouse Beach (Washington Island), Bradford Beach (Milwaukee), Julian Bay Singing Sands (Stockton Island), Pettibone Beach (La Crosse), Big Bay Beach at Town Park (Madeline Island). Behind-the-Scenes: This week we're finally joined by a guest! Discover Wisconsin videographer Andrew Natvig joins our hosts to discuss the new West Bend episode of Discover Wisconsin. Candyman on Main, Laughing Mountain Gourmet Popcorn, Germanfest, Thursday Night Music on Main, Tochi Ramen, The Norbert - small plates, Museum of Wisconsin Art, Eisenbahn State Trail, Dirty Ninja Mud Run. Know Your Wisconsin: Aquaculture

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association, this week we're featuring Sheboygan County. Campfire Conversation: This week we're talking about some legendary celebrities that hail from Wisconsin, there are more than you may think! We're talking about: Mark Ruffalo, Butch Vig, Liberace, Jane Wiedlin, Les Paul, Steve Miller, Harry Houdini, Willem Dafoe, Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, and Jerry Zucker, Frank Lloyd Wright, Jane Kaczmarek, Al Jarreau, Dick Trickle, Jim Lovell, Seymour Cray, Kurtwood Smith, Gene Wilder, JJ Watt, Chris Farley. Behind-the-Scenes: We’re taking it wayyyy back, and talking about Old World Wisconsin. For centuries, people left old worlds for a new life in Wisconsin. They faced unfamiliar landscapes and languages, learned to establish farms and communities, and blended the old with the new. Here are some of our favorite spots and activities: 1880s High Wheel Bikes, Blacksmithing, Historical Baseball Games, Collecting Eggs, Historical Chores, Historical Beer Brewing, Kettle Moraine Trail. Know Your Wisconsin: County Parks

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association, this week we're featuring Trempealeau County.Campfire Conversation: This week is all about the wonders of Wisconsin. Wisconsin is home to so many remarkable destinations that we know we can't cover them all, so here are a few of our favorites: Niagara Escarpment, St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, Gravity Hill, Devil's Lake State Park, Driftless Area.Behind-the-Scenes: We're headed to Fort Atkinson for a new episode of Discover Wisconsin. We'll be covering: The history of Fort Atkinson, Historic Water Tower, Effigy Mounds, Hoard Historical Museum & National Dairy Shrine, Dorothy Carnes Park, Glacial River Bike Trail, Jones Market, Rock River, Poyer Orchards Farm Market, Steffen's Orchard, Haumerson's Pond, The Stagecoach Inn, Fireside Theatre, Cafe Carpe.Know Your Wisconsin: Sphagnum Moss

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association, this week we're featuring Racine County.Campfire Conversation: We're aware that many festivals that are staples every year have been canceled due to COVID-19 but we still want to highlight some of our favorite ones. Summerfest (Milwaukee), Paddlequest (Stevens Point), Bacon Bash (River Falls), Wisconsin State Fair (West Allis), Beef-A-Rama (Minocqua), Wisconsin Wife Carrying Contest (Monona). Behind-the-Scenes: This week we're covering a new episode of Discover Wisconsin visiting some incredible spots in the Stoughton area. Syttende Mai Festival, Norwegian Heritage Center, Coffee Break Festival, Fosdal Home Bakery, Lake Kegonsa State Park, Stoughton Opera House, Diakonos Designs, Gazebo Musikk, Abel Contemporary Gallery, Stoughton Village Players Theater.Know Your Wisconsin: Barn Quilts

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association, this week we're featuring Milwaukee County.Campfire Conversation: We're talking about a variety of cool caves to explore: Crystal Cave, Cave of the Mounds, Eagle Cave, Cave Tours at Ledge View Nature Center, Apostle Islands Sea Caves, Cave Point County Park.Behind-the-Scenes: This week our BTS segment is about a new Discover Wisconsin episode: Destination Dairy, and we're covering these great locations: Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center, National Historic Cheesemaking Center, Cedar Grove Cheese Factory, Nasonville Dairy.Know Your Wisconsin: Pollinators

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Chippewa County.Campfire Conversation: In honor of Earth Day we want to highlight the importance of conservation and protecting the natural beauty of Wisconsin. Here are some of our favorite state parks to get out and visit once the stay at home order is lifted: Interstate State Park, Hartman Creek State Park, Wildcat Mountain State Park, Lakeshore State Park, Kettle Moraine State Park, Copper Culture State Park.Behind-The-Scenes: This segment is all about a new episode of Discover Wisconsin covering some incredible stops to check out in Johnson Creek: Johnson Creek Premium Outlets, Hi-Way Harry's Steakhouse, The Pine Cone, Milford Hills, Aztalan State Park.Know Your Wisconsin: Wisconsin Walking Tours

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Waushara County.Campfire Conversation: We're talking about our favorite and oddest roadside attractions across the state. World's Largest Musky (Hayward), World's Largest Penny (Woodruff), World's Largest Bicyclist (Sparta), World's Largest 6 Pack (La Crosse), World's Largest Talking Cow (Neillsville), World’s Largest Round Barn (Marshfield), Jurustic Park (Marshfield), Bronze Fonz (Milwaukee).Behind-the-Scenes: This week we're talking about a new episode of Discover Wisconsin all about some of the states Military Tributes. Military Veterans Museum & Education Center (Oshkosh), EAA, The Highground (Neillsville) and Village of Camp Douglas/Volk Field Air National Guard Base.Know Your Wisconsin: Curling

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association. This week we're featuring Jefferson County. Campfire Conversation: We're chasing waterfalls! Cascade Falls and Geiger Falls (Osceola), Granite Quarry Falls (Montello), Stephens Falls (Dodgeville), Amnicon Falls State Park SE of Superior, Big Manitou and the twin Little Manitou Falls, Pattison State Park south of Superior, Lost Creek Falls, Menomonee Falls - tiny, but they named a whole town after it, 12-foot Falls and a host of others in Marinette County.Behind-the-Scenes: This week it's all about Dodgeville: Iowa County Historical Society Museum, Folklore Village (Fall Swedish Festival), Quality Bakery (known for their chocolate Bismarcks), Bob's Bitchin' BBQ, Grilled Cheese Championship, Rivalry with Mineral Point to become the County Seat, Dodgeville Chronicle (Newspaper that's been around since the 1800s, still locally owned by the same family), Walnut Hollow, Bloomfield Prairie - Grassland nature preserve.*NO Wisconsin in 72 due to COVID-19Know Your Wisconsin: Waste Management

This is the first episode of The Cabin recorded not in our studio, but remotely! We understand the audio is a little different than it normally is but we appreciate your patience as we continue to record for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic.The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association. This week we're featuring Dodge County.Campfire Conversation: Fodder for the family: quirky town names (Waunakee, Oconomowoc, Pound, Grand Rapids/Wisconsin Rapids), things that were invented in WI (the hamburger and the ice cream sundae), Egg Harbor, first government to lay out a number system of roads and highways.Behind-the-Scenes: This week we're featuring Dodge County! Marsh Haven Nature Center, Rock River Scenic Water Trail, Gold Star Memorial Trail, Octagon House, America's first Kindergarten, Civil war reenactments in Watertown, Great Beaver Paddle Festival on Beaver Dam Lake, City of Sculptures! *NO Wisconsin in 72 this week due to COVID-19Know Your Wisconsin: Sauk Rails to Trails

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring St. Croix County.Campfire Conversation: We're talking about the Islands of Wisconsin. Wisconsin is surrounded by over 800 miles of coastline! We dive into the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Potawotomi Islands, Minocqua - The Island City, French Island and more. Behind-the-Scenes: This week we're joined by Discover Wisconsin videographer Andy O'Connell and we're talking all about New Richmond. Willow River Kayaking, Mary Park Art Fair, 45th Parallel, the blizzard, helicopter ride, Green Bay Packers, and all of the challenges of filming. Wisconsin in 72: Luxemburg Roar off the Shore Brewfest (3/28), La Crosse Area Home Builders Show (3/27), Maple Fest at Glenna Farms in Amery (3/28), 9th Annual Milwaukee Blues Festival (3/27).Know Your Wisconsin: Curd Crawl

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Green County.Campfire Conversation: We're talking some of our favorite Wisconsin made products. Carmex Chapstick in Franklin WI, Kohler Kitchen and Bath Products, Outboard Motors, Solid Body Electric Guitar, Harley Davidson and more.Behind-the-Scenes: We're covering a new episode of Discover Wisconsin airing this weekend all about Whitewater. Both Eric and Mariah star in this episode we cover, a UW Whitewater Football Game, Hang Gliding, Paranormal Activity, The Fuzzy Pig. Wisconsin in 72: Milwaukee 96th Annual Home and Garden Show (3/20), Maple Fest in Lake Geneva (3/22), Waukesha Expo Market (3/21), Princeton Spring Wine Walk (3/20).Know Your Wisconsin: Sports Medicine

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring La Crosse County. Campfire Conversation: Why is it called the Driftless Area? Cave of the Mounds, Wyalusing State Park, Norske Nook (Osseo), beautiful river towns, trails, Norskedalen and more.Behind-the-Scenes: This week we're joined by Teddy Maier, Discover Wisconsin's Motion Media Manager and we're talking about Columbia County. Cities of Portage, Poynette, Cambria, Columbus were featured in the Columbia episode of Discover Wisconsin. Portage is the largest city in the county. Downtown renovations, amazing views of the Wisconsin River, The Dump (bar) in Cambria, Rock N Roll Winery in Poynette and other hidden gems in the area. Wisconsin in 72: Indoor Winter's Farmers Market in Rome 3/13/20, Braveheart Midwest Snowshoe Racing Championships in Cable 3/14/20, Pickerel-Pearson St. Patrick’s Day Parade 3/14/20, Chocolate Extravaganza in Burlington 3/14/20.Know Your Wisconsin: Camp Luther

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Sauk County.Campfire Conversation: We're talking small towns across the state of Wisconsin - Chippewa Falls, New Glarus, Mineral Point, Hayward, Marshfield, Fort Atkinson, Blanchardville. Behind-the-Scenes: This week we're joined by Discover Wisconsin Producer, Jenny Ingish! A beautiful combination of some of Wisconsin's gems: the ferry, Baraboo area, Wisconsin River/Lake Wisconsin, bald eagles, the states 1st designated natural area, over-tourism, Charlie's General Store, Vintage Brewing and more! Wisconsin in 72: Bayfield Winter Festival 3/6-3/8 , World’s Longest Weenie Roast in Cable 3/7 , Janesville Spring Fling Vendor Expo 3/7 , Waukesha Art Crawl 3/7. Know Your Wisconsin: Rustic Roads

The Cabin by Discover Wisconsin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association, and this week we're featuring Dane County - the second most populous county in the state. Campfire Conversation: Rick Rose takes us back to start when Discover Wisconsin was first dreamt up in 1987. As a longtime former host of the show Rick shares his perspective with two current hosts and talks about some major changes the show seen over the years. Behind-the-Scenes: Eric takes the reigns on this segment as we touch on some of the highlights from the Wisconsin Cheese Renaissance episode of DW. From the Master Cheesemaker Program in Madison and center for dairy research to two of the worlds largest cheese competitions. Wisconsin in 72: Agrace Sups and Sounds 2/29, Leinie Lodge Summer Shandy Release Party 2/28, Bald Eagle Appreciation Days 2/29, Comfort Cove Ice Fishing Classic 2/29.

The Cabin is sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Rock County.Campfire Conversation: Hiking paths across the state - Devils Lake, Ice Age Trail, North Country Scenic Trail, Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area, Grandad's Bluff.Behind the Scenes: We are headed to Beloit! This is the DW Crew's second trip to the Beloit area for an episode. This episode features downtown Beloit, activity down the river, if you haven't been there in a few years you have to plan a trip to see how much things have changed.Wisconsin in 72: Janesville Flannel Fest Craft Beer Experience 2/22 , American Birkebeiner Cross Country Ski Event in Hayward 2/20, WIAA state boys swimming and diving meet 2/21 , Women’s Wellness Day in New London 2/22.

Campfire Conversation:This weeks campfire conversation we're focusing on unique cabins and cottages throughout the state.Seth Peterson Cottage - ReedsburgCoulee Junction Caboose - De SotoRittenhouse Inn - BayfieldGarmisch USA + yurts - CableChanticleer inn - Door CoBehind-the-Scenes | Walking Tours:First full Discover Wisconsin episode that focuses on walking tours, welcoming guest Brian Mohsenian, the producer of this episode.Ashland - mural capital of Wisconsin, 21 historical murals across the downtown.Plymouth - Cheese capital of the world. Rich cheese history displayed on the murals in the downtown area, cheese is a major part of economy in Plymouth. 15% of all U.S. cheese goes through this city.Burlington - Chocolate city, great historic walking tour that tells the story of Burlingtons past. The city was actually on the path of the underground railroad and the city was filled with abolitionists. This tour ends at a beautiful waterfall along the Fox River.Waukesha - The largest city featured in the show and the last stop in the episode. Lively downtown area, Gibson guitars made the area a guitar town, Les Paul was born and died in WaukeshaHighlights, challenges, amazing intervieweesWisconsin in 72:Northwoods Blizzard Blast 2/15/20Ashland Book Across the Bay 2/15/20Osceola Big Lake Ice Fishing Contest 2/15/20Oshkosh Polar Plunge 2/15/20Credits:Hosted by Mariah Haberman & Eric Paulsen featuring Dave Janus and Ellen Fallon with special guest Brian Mohsenian. The Cabin is a production brought to you by Discover Mediaworks, to learn more head to discovermediaworks.com, and don’t forget to leave a review!

On episode 1 of The Cabin, Eric & Mariah kick things off with some Campfire Conversation discussing their favorite hidden winter getaways throughout the state of Wisconsin.Campfire Conversation:Northwoods - Woodruff/Eagle River/Minocqua (home of the worlds largest penny) - the snowmobile was actually invented in the Wisconsin Northwoods.State Parks - highly underrated in the winterAlgoma & Kewaunee - tons of local shopping, a quiet getaway and the best view of their lighthouseLadysmith - Fun on the frozen Flambeau: toilet seat tossRichland Center - Candle wood Cabins, birth place of Frank Lloyd WrightBehind-the-Scenes | Castle Rock:Welcoming Discover Wisconsin Producer Taylor CarruthersWoodside Ranch, Sandy Shores Tubing, Shipwreck Bay, Lemonweir Township, Pavloski Waterfronts DevelopmentHighlights, challenges, geography of the Castle Rock AreaWisconsin in 72:Omro Winter Market - 2/8/20Janesville Jets Hockey Game 2/8/20Norskedalen Candlelight Snowshoe Hike 2/7/20Fond du Lac Annual Chili Crawl 2/8/20Credits:Hosted by Mariah Haberman & Eric Paulsen featuring Dave Janus and Ellen Fallon with special guest Taylor Carruthers. The Cabin is a production brought to you by Discover Mediawork, to learn more head to discovermediaworks.com and don't forget to leave a review!