After meditation, I set out to tour around the festival grounds, searching for destinations that I could cover and write about. The Backwoods Stage lays nestled in the woods past the Honeybee campground. A small clearing serves as the seating area, speckled with trees and glow-in-the-dark jellyfish. I wend myContinue Reading
Wheaton Ball League The park boasts 3 baseball fields and is the home filed of the Wheaton Ball League, which has been a part of the township for 46 years! The league is completely volunteer run and is all about the kids having fun playing ball and learning the game! Continue Reading
Who is your personal hero?I have several-My Dad-who had a pretty horrible childhood, broke the cycle of abuse and built a loving family and had a ‘why not’ attitude that took us on so many adventures! He died over 10 years ago and I miss him every day.My Mom-who REFUSEDContinue Reading
What Eau Claire winter lacks in warmth, it makes up for in beauty and adventure. With an abundance of snowy trails to explore, local shops to spend money at, and events to attend, Eau Claire is the perfect haven for winter family fun or just a weekend getaway. Here areContinue Reading
Amanita Books Enter a magical, cozy atmosphere, and curl up with your book of choice at Amanita Books . This enchanting, fairytale-like bookstore is stocked with used and rare books of all kinds. Amanita Books is inspired by woodland creatures and the world of literature, so it’s no wonder whyContinue Reading
The VIP entrance was right near the tent where they video interview the acts from the main stage. It’s filmed and then displayed on the screen before each act. This part is an add-on to the ticket, but you feel “up close and personal” since it’s near the stage whereContinue Reading
By Jonathon Howe – I can tell it’s going to be a hot one as I roll up to the Prairie Gate at The Pines Music Park in Eau Claire, WI. The sun is beating down on a blue awning that stands over the check in table for press members.Continue Reading
By Riley Hunter – Welcome to my three-part series (it was an amazing show and deserves a full run-down) of the 31st Annual Country Jam 2021 Festival held in Eau Claire, WI on July 15 thru 17, 2021. In this issue, I’ll start my journey with “Be Prepared”. I’ll giveContinue Reading
By Riley Hunter – From Part 1, “Be Prepared”, I talked about some of my “What To Plan For” tips here at Country Jam. In this article, which is Part 2, we get settled in, and I talk about our camping adventures. It’s truly an experience all on its own!Continue Reading
Eau Claire and the Chippewa Valley “Eau Claire” is French for “Clear Water.” Frontman of Bon Iver and Eau Claire native, Justin Vernon, founded a huge music festival in our city in 2015 named “Eaux Claires.” Eau Claire is host to SIX large music festivals and that number is growingContinue Reading
Ride Overview 2025 is the 10th Anniversary of RAW & we’re taking a victory lap.And by lap, we mean a loop…around the confluence of the crystal clear Eau Claire! What’s more, it will be a one-day event on Saturday, July 12, 2025.Cycling around Eau Claire, WI offers a scenic andContinue Reading
Join Us! 3-day annual country music festival bringing country music’s top performers and up-and-coming artists to Eau Claire, WI every July.Songs sound sweeter. Friendships last longer. Stars shine brighter. Beer runs colder. #RaiseYourMug When:JULY 17 – 19, 2025 Where:5775 20th Ave, Eau Claire, WI Continue Reading
Dog-Friendly Eau Claire You don’t need to worry about who let the dogs out in Eau Claire because here, they are always welcome. If you’re planning a trip to Eau Claire with your fur baby, here are some tips on where to stay, where to eat, and more of dog-friendlyContinue Reading
Downtown Eau Claire’s home to the performing, literary, and visual arts. Check out the website below for more events information! When:Season 2025 Where:128 Graham Ave., Eau Claire, WI Continue Reading