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Eight of Our Editors’ Favorite Summer Patios
8 Beer Events Brewing in Milwaukee This Week: June 17-20
Nadi Plates to Open in the Former Pomona Cider Co.
11 Beer Events Brewing in Milwaukee This Week: June 9-14
From the Magazine
7 Milwaukee Running Clubs Worth Chasing After
Lace up your sneakers and get out there!
I Tried It: 33 Hours on Washington Island
Welcome to Door County’s Door County, an idyllic escape with all the mainland’s charms and none of its crowds.
Light Eaters: July Gardening in Milwaukee
In this column, For the Love of Dirt, a passionate amateur gardener shares her experiences, tips and resources for growth inside and outside the garden.
This New Restaurant Adds Some Upscale Dining to the Dells
Occupying a restored 170-year-old mansion, Dawn Manor serves up fascinating history in a beautiful lakeside setting.
A 39-year Old Lake Trout Was Pulled Out of Lake Michigan
The 16-pound fish hatched in 1984.
How to Make the Most of Your Backyard Fire Pit
Let’s gather ’round the fire.
How a Local Photographer Snapped This Cascading Photo of Little Manitou Falls
Wisconsin photographer Nick Schroeter captured this shot in 2020 during a trip to northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.
Why You Should Kayak the Kickapoo River
Hint: It offers a scenic, ever-changing experience on the water.
Take a Walk With ‘John Gurda’s Milwaukee’ This Summer
Read an excerpt from his latest book – a self-guided historical tour of the city – here.
Where to Go Hammocking in Milwaukee
Plus, an enthusiast shares her tips for setting up shop.
Get Up Close With Miller Brewing’s Vast Archives on This Illuminating Monthly Tour
History comes alive on this tour of the local legend’s extensive and very cool archives.
I Biked It: The Eisenbahn Trail in Kewaskum, Wisconsin
The trail links a constellation of Wisconsin cities and the state’s wild(er) places.
Plan Your Trip to the Apostle Islands With This Guide
Head as far north as you can go in Wisconsin to find the state’s most unusual wilderness – and a lake that runs the show. These are the Apostle Islands.
What’s New in Bayfield, the Artistic Gateway to the Apostle Islands?
Take a look at what this small town has to offer.
What You Need to Know to Plan Your Trip to the Apostle Islands
Rules, tips and tricks for your next trip up north.
How to Explore the Apostle Islands by Foot
No time or desire to get out to the islands? You can still have the Apostle Islands experience from the mainland.
Your Guide to Camping in the Apostle Islands
Some sites require bear-proofing; others are just steps from a casino.
Why You Should Visit the Apostle Islands
The Apostles are a special place with a heartbeat you can feel.








