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Insider's Guide: Fall Color Routes

Looking for a road trip, mixed with the autumn hues? Fall is the best time to hit the road in the Stevens Point Area. Hop in the car, gather your family, and use these routes to guide you along the northern, eastern, and southern edges of Portage County for the best fall color the area has to offer. …

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Which 'Wich? 5 Best Sandwiches in the Stevens Point Area

From Reubens and wraps to paninis and BLTs, everyone has their favorite sandwich! With a variety of diners, restaurants, and cafes with sandwiches to fit your fancy, here is a list (in no particular order) of some of the best places to grab a sandwich in the Stevens Point Area. …

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How to PaddleQuest

Looking for an adventure? Check out PaddleQuest, a paddling-based adventure with games and scavenger hunts that provide new challenges around every corner. Geared to all skill levels and ages, the event offers two days of fun in August, where canoeing meets Comic-Con (with a side of conservation). Some call it pirate LARPing while others call it an eco-adventure. This event is in its 21st year, and it's even been featured in Rolling Stone magazine! Here's everything you need to know to play like a pro. …

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The Great 8: Best Pasta in the Stevens Point Area

Calling all pasta lovers! We've searched the Stevens Point Area for the best pasta in eight different categories, ranging from hometown favorite pasta to some of the best pasta salad. Check out our list, then head out to discover a new favorite. …

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Fall Fun Bucket List

Love when the leaves start changing, crisp fall air returns and pumpkin spice is back in style? We do too! We've compiled all of the seasonal favorites for fall things to do in the Stevens Point Area, from the best spots for fall color, and where to find family fun! Read on to help craft your perfect Stevens Point Area fall bucket list.  …

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Best Breakfast Spots in the Stevens Point Area

Everyone knows that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but if you're stumped on where to go, worry no more! We have compiled some of the best breakfast places in the Stevens Point Area to start your day off strong, in no particular order. Read this blog, then head out to find your favorite!…

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Shop Local Guide to the Stevens Point Area

Looking for the perfect one-of-a-kind gift? Don't skip these unique and charming shopping hotspots in the Stevens Point Area! Not sure where to start? Use this guide to help find the small businesses that can only be found in the Stevens Point Area.…

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Insider's Guide: Sunsets in the Stevens Point Area

With longer days and warmer nights, summer is the perfect time to get outdoors to see some of the breathtaking sunsets across the skies. The Stevens Point Area is lucky to have beautiful shorelines to capture the views and frame the sky, like the Wisconsin River running right through its heart, along with various other locations to snap your best "sunset selfie".…

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Meet the Makers: Graham Coulson

Who would think that such beautiful furniture is made in a self-described "semi-derelict" old schoolhouse? Learn more about Graham Coulson's mid-century modern-styled furniture work, how he started his artistic journey, and where he is now. Keep reading to learn more about the artist Graham Coulson, and other local makers who call the Stevens Point Area home. …

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Meet the Makers: John Hartman

As a master of the technique of light painting, John Hartman's work uses artificial light, adding a unique sense of depth, dimension, and detail. Learn more about how Hartman began his journey in the Stevens Point Area and jump-started his career as a professional photographer in 1974. Read ahead to learn more about local makers who call the Stevens Point Area home here. …

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