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Insiders Guide: Disc Golf in the Stevens Point Area

Looking for the perfect spot to play disc golf in the Stevens Point Area where you can show off your skills, incorporate strategy, compete with friends and be in nature? From Standing Rocks County Park to the Wisconsin Lions Camp, read more about the disc golf courses in the region. Then, grab your discs and head out! …

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Paddle Guide: Lake Joanis

Plan a trip on the water with our Paddle Guide, exploring the best spots to canoe and kayak in the Stevens Point Area. This time we're featuring Lake Joanis, part of the Schmeeckle Reserve on the UW-Stevens Point campus. Read on for details on what to expect, where to put-in and take-out, along with mileage and estimated time. All that's left to do is head out! …

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5 Things to Know About the Riverfront Jazz Festival

Love live music and a picturesque setting? Don't miss central Wisconsin's largest Jazz Festival as it returns to the Stevens Point Area this Labor Day weekend! Before you head out to the Riverfront Jazz Festival, here are the five things you need to know…

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Yappy Hour

The Stevens Point Area has many dog-friendly patios and beer gardens so you can bring your best friend along for happy hour- or should we say yappy hour. We've compiled a list of options to enjoy craft beverages with your dog at these fido-friendly establishments in central Wisconsin.  …

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The Rich History of Polish Heritage in the Stevens Point Area

Looking to discover how the Polish history of the Stevens Point Area has shaped the community and continues to live on today? From murals of chickens to the origins of the longest-running farmers market and the annual Dozynki Harvest festival, traces of Polish heritage and culture are evident throughout the Stevens Point Area…

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Drink Local on National IPA Day

Do you enjoy a bitter beer that has hops to give you a smile? Then the first Thursday in August is your day: National IPA Day! What's a better way to spend this day than in the Stevens Point Area with the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective? Join many others as we celebrate by raising a glass to one of craft beer's most iconic styles - IPA. …

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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 has been held since 2002, 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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Best Hidden Beaches for Summer Fun

Looking for the best hidden beaches for summer fun? In the Stevens Point Area you'll find a few of the best spots hidden in plain view from the sandbars of the Wisconsin River to the shores of Lake DuBay. Learn more about where to find these hidden beaches and where to go afterward for the perfect summer day…

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Top 20 List: Kids Guide to Summer Fun

Looking for kid-sized fun this summer in the Stevens Point Area? Use our guide to kid-friendly activities in the Stevens Point Area to find cool things to do from indoor activities at Food + Farm or the Central Wisconsin Children's Museum to outdoor fun at Iverson Park or Schmeeckle Reserve. …

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Top 10 Spots for a Summer Hike

Take advantage of the summer months in Wisconsin by taking a hike on any one of the picturesque hiking trails in the Stevens Point Area. From the rolling hills at Standing Rocks to the boardwalk paths along the Green Circle, hiking in the Stevens Point Area will have you coming back time after time!  …

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