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50 Things to do This Summer

Discover a summer packed with the best can't-miss events, breweries, trails, and more fun while visiting the Stevens Point Area. Check out the best…

How to PaddleQuest
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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…

Best Patios for Outdoor Eats
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Best Patios for Outdoor Eats

What makes a great meal even better? Dining al fresco! Enjoy dining on and off the water with the best patios in the Stevens Point Area. Visit them…

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Located in the Schmeeckle Reserve is a fun, unique event - the Candlelight Hike.

Insider's Guide: Candlelight Hike Festival

By Kinzie on

Explore the Schmeeckle Reserve in a whole new light as trails are illuminated by torches during the annual Candlelight Hike Festival in the Stevens Point Area. Held in the spring and fall this popular event is packed with family-friendly programs, delicious snacks, hands-on activities, and more! Never been or aren't sure what to expect? We've got you covered with our guide to the Candlelight Hike Festival at the Schmeeckle Reserve, featuring details to help plan your visit. …

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Looking for wildflowers? Find out the best spots to find them with our guide to wildflowers in the Stevens Point Area.

Where to find Wildflowers in the Stevens Point Area

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Looking for picturesque wildflowers in the Stevens Point Area? We've compiled a list of where to find wildflowers in the Stevens Point Area. Get your camera ready, pack a picnic basket and head out for a day of gorgeous views and spectacular flowering finds…

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Santa Sightings

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This holiday season has arrived, and that means Santa is making a few early appearances in central Wisconsin! Check out where you can find Santa in the Stevens Point Area, with our guide to Santa Sightings for 2022. Read on to learn more about places to see Santa this season…

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Find fun arts & culture events throughout the year in the Stevens Point Area, like the popular Riverfront Jazz Festival.

5 Things to Know About the Riverfront Jazz Festival

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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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Wisconsin River from the Sky in the Stevens Point Area.

Best Hidden Beaches for Summer Fun

By Melissa on

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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Spend a day outside with the family at the Stevens Point Sculpture Park.

Top 20 List: Kids Guide to Summer Fun

By Baily on

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 Putt-n-Play or the Central Wisconsin Children's Museum to outdoor fun at Iverson Park or Schmeeckle Reserve. …

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How to PaddleQuest

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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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Find family fun on the Green Circle Trail, in the Stevens Point Area.

Kids Guide to the Green Circle Trail

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Looking to spend a day on the Green Circle Trail in the Stevens Point Area? Learn where to start for family fun in our Kids Guide to the Green Circle Trail. Find out the cool things you'll find along the way, from playgrounds and wildlife, as well as the best spots to stop for picnics, swimming, and even ice-cream…

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