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Looking to hit the ski slopes in Wisconsin State this winter? - Where to go skiing in Wisconsin state with maps, directions and ski conditions. Map of Wisconsin State Ski...

Ice Skating Rinks in Dane County Wisconsin Mapped! - Where to ice skate, play hockey and have some winter fun in the Dane WI County area! Map of Dane County Ice Skating Rinks...

Cutting your own Christmas tree is a fun holiday activity. You can find Christmas trees at Wisconsin tree farms from our list below. But make sure you do it right so you don't...

Between his hardworking elves and all those lists he gets, Santa has it easy.  For the rest of us, holiday gift giving can be a little more challenging. We’ve put...

The reports of Swine Flu in Wisconsin (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging common-sense in handling the outbreak. ...

Since this site is all about Black Earth, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to...

Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Dane County, WI area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for Dane County, Wisconsin. Here is a list of the best...

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Dane County Wisconsin area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the local...

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Wisconsin corn maze and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...