Story and photos by Diane Schwartz on Thursday 01/26/2012, Isthmus Newspaper The Tenney Park lagoon is frequently called Madison’s prettiest place to skate. Shaped like an uneven horseshoe, surrounded by trees and …
From warming hut to Prairie-style palace: Tenney Park Shelter Read More »
Now one of the longest-running events of its kind in the state, Sauk Prairie’s Bald Eagle Watching Days began life as a token of thanks from the state to eagle-deprived …
Flash of white. Check. Huge wing span. Check. Yes, it’s eagle spotting time in southern Wisconsin.
One of the best pieces of teaching advice I ever got was “Quit while they’re still kicking.” At first, I didn’t get it. Why quit if the kids are still having …
“Quit while they’re still kicking” or when to know it’s time to leave Read More »
Skating is a favorite winter sport, but this year, we have no ice. Balmy temperatures means families must go inside to enjoy this great holiday activity. Thankfully, Hartmeyer Ice Arena …
Going Inside to get Outside? Indoor Skating at Hartmeyer Arena Read More »
Lou and his mother didn’t look too happy as we gathered at 9 a.m. on a cold, December morning for a trip to Indian Lake County Park. “I had my doubts,” mom …
Kids learn to enjoy winter at Indian Lake County Park Read More »
Will be taking more than 60 kids and parents to Indian Lake County Park for some hiking tomorrow morning. It will be cold and sunny. I’m actually more concerned about …
Once again, a major protest at the State Capitol coincided with one of my outings. I have to say that I was happy to be heading away from town. Protesting …
Cave of the Mounds: A great escape from protesting or anything else Read More »
Last week I canceled Ski club. Organizers also canceled most of Winterfest. Not for extreme cold or lack of snow, but because of the protest at the Capitol. It’s been …
Thursday was cold, very cold. Temps topped out at about 10 degrees with a nasty wind chill. As a result, kids at Lowell and Emerson Elementary schools had no recess …
