Season 35

Did you know that the largest gathering of artists in Wisconsin takes place every June in Cedarburg? Are you familiar with Cambridge being home to a long tradition of pottery and ceramics arts? How about the working waterfront of Sturgeon Bay's rich maritime history? Or that Madison is home to an immense collection of artwork that is completely free to visit?

Do you know Waupaca? Well, you should! It’s a city with rich history, surrounded by natural beauty, and brimming with four seasons of fun. Waupaca is small-town pride with big opportunities. Not too far, but far enough! Join DW host Alex Wehrley as she discovers Waupaca, Wisconsin.

Join us for an exploration of Wauwatosa’s history as we meander the city’s most stunning parks and landscapes. To get a real taste of Tosa’s past, Eric chats it up with local historian Jeff Roznowski at The Landing at Hoyt Park (https://friendsofhoytpark.org). Eric walks the Menomonee foot bridge at Hoyt Park, where the Menomonee Native Americans used to fish, and uncovers ancient treasure at Hartung Park, a landscape sprinkled with prehistoric fossils (www.wauwatosa.net/discover-tosa/parks/hartung-park). Then, he discovers the mysteries of County Grounds Park, still home to many remnants of an 1800s insane asylum (https://tosahistory13.wixsite.com/tosa).

Wisconsin is home to a growing community that's embracing and producing local hand-crafted spirits, several of which are made directly from grains grown right here in America's Dairyland. Newly-thriving Wisconsin-born Bourbon is providing spirit enthusiasts with distinct flavors and bucket-list destinations across the state.

Buckle up for a crazy adventure with Discover Wisconsin host, Andrea Boehlke, as she rides the routes of Jefferson County this year with Jefferson County Parks Director, Kevin Wiesmann. The two fittingly start their adventure at Route 19 Cafe with the Jefferson County Snowmobile Alliance President and Trail Boss. Andrea and Kevin snowmobile over to Legendary Lake Mills for some frosty fun at the Knickerbocker Ice Festival on Rock Lake and in downtown Lake Mills. They top off a day of activities with an old fashioned and classic Wisconsin campfire treat at Dog and Shrub Distillery.

Come along with Discover Wisconsin as we explore beautiful Calumet County: from epic views and natural parks, to festive events and charming attractions. Calumet County is a community steeped in tradition and ready to be celebrated in any season.

This Fall and Winter on Discover Wisconsin, Eric Paulsen takes us on a journey to four different Wisconsin communities for some chilly fun. As the shades of green morph into burnt oranges and blazing golds throughout the Wisconsin landscape, people button up their sweaters and head outside to enjoy the auburn-painted scenery. We head to Barron, Wisconsin where the Fall decor awaits bedazzled spectators. We begin at Country Lane Market and Pantry with owner Ezra Bender. Local pantry items as well as meats, cheeses and fudge line the shelves of the quaint store. Eric explores the Thursday farmer’s market held on the grounds of Country Market. With over one hundred art and food vendors, the hardest part of our day is picking between brick oven fired pizza and Navajo Fry Bread tacos! The Barron Fall festival brings us downtown where we enjoy live music and hand-crafted art. Lastly, we end our trip with a romantic evening of music and spirit tasting at the newly built Church Barn.

Wisconsin is home to many things known around the world but rarely are so many of those found inside of a single county. Today on Discover Wisconsin, we’re touring Sheboygan County’s renowned offerings and showing you why it’s the county known around the world.

In this special episode streaming on Discover Wisconsin, we find out why Kwik Trip has become one of the most beloved gas station brands in America, from the business's humble beginnings to becoming the well-respected company it is today! Based in La Crosse, Wisconsin, they are a family-owned company with more than 35,000 employees. And if you’ve traveled to the great state of Wisconsin, there is a great chance that you’ve seen or visited one of their many stores. Expanding throughout the Midwest to Minnesota and Iowa Kwik Trip has now grown to over 800+ stores.

Lake Geneva, one of Wisconsin’s favorite destinations, has a long and colorful history of attracting visitors from around the world. Join Discover Wisconsin as we explore Lake Geneva by lake, land and sky. You’ll discover why … it’s always been the place. There are three beautiful lakes in the Lake Geneva area, each with its own charm and attractions. Lake Geneva Cruise Line offers multiple tours of Geneva Lake, and a favorite is the mailboat tour. In this episode, Discover Wisconsin host Josh Casey gets a front row seat on the Walworth and learns about the unique way mail is delivered during the summer season. We also take a tour to Black Point Estate, one of the many beautiful and historic mansions on Geneva Lake.

Up at the Chippewa Flowage, near Hayward, Wisconsin; Eric Paulsen vacations in northwoods style from UTV’ing through mud pits, to visiting campers while sharing their fire, to going to a Powwow at The Landing Resort, to fishing for muskie in the same waters as the largest on record was caught. The Chippewa Flowage Resorts are run by generational owners as they share this gorgeous and peaceful shoreline with their generational visitors who return each year in search for those precious memories as they keep traditions alive.

This year on Discover Wisconsin, Eric experiences the seasons in Eagle River with friends and family. DW host, Alex Wherley, even joins us for a little rustic winter fun. As the summer sun hits Eagle River, Eric treks up north with his family and friends. Upon arrival, they begin their morning adventure sailing the chain of lakes by pirate ship. Captain Steve invites all young lads and lassies aboard for a brief lesson on Eagle River lakes and wildlife. Captain Steve’s favorite part? Watching kids grow up over the last 19 years as families return annually to Eagle River’s waters. Eric and friends continue their adventures at Burger Bash downtown where they meet grillmaster, Chris Westfall. Eric and Chris duck out for a bit to chat about Chris’s summer trips to Eagle River as a child, fostering his love and nostalgia for the Northwoods.