Swing dance was always a very interesting but seemed very complicated. Professional dancers who flip, swing, and twirl their partners all over the dance floor. I am NOT one of those people, but I was drawn to it. Now my 2023 era of thinking was swing dance had literally diedContinue Reading
My journey has been profound and rewarding, having the opportunity to train an average of 50-60 dogs in a 6-day week and impacting the lives of more than 600 dogs. I’ve contributed my stories and adventures to both the Driftless Area and Driftless Outdoors magazines, aiming to kindle a spiritContinue Reading
Born and raised on Waupekute/Očhéthi Šakówiŋ land – now known as Apple Valley, Minnesota, Laree grew up competitively figure skating and playing soccer. As a girl, she was all about freedom and movement, and that mysterious place where strength meets balance. At Augsburg College she coached youth soccer and tappedContinue Reading
By William Grosvenor Neil – Art We There Yet is an extraordinary initiative by artists José Luis Vílchez and Cora Rose. Their mission is to create art highlighting the challenges, diversity, and shared humanity of peoples across the Americas. Aboard a school bus converted into an art and recording studio, theyContinue Reading
By Len Harris – He went to the big trout stream in the sky November 1967. He left behind a 39 year old bride and 6 children; five daughters varying in age from 17 to 3 years old and one son 10 years old. This was not how Len Harris Sr. had picturedContinue Reading
GETTING STARTED WITH WORM COMPOSTING! People often ask me about getting started with worm composting. After spending thirteen years as a keeper ofworms, and and solid year or two in a study of their habits and history, I still say that there is not a finer pet anywhere. I’veContinue Reading
I walked into the Gates of Heaven Synagogue in Madison, Wisconsin and soaked up the quaint setting. The elegant and sturdy stone building fit the scene too well and made me feel like I was perhaps stepping into a community dance in 1863. Nope, just a tight knit community keeping theContinue Reading
SO JOSEPH, WHAT DO YOU DO FOR WORK OR BUSINESS? I am an artist. In addition to my own work, I own and run an art school in Rochester, Driftless Art Academy, which just opened in 2021. Tell us about a project or accomplishment that you consider to beContinue Reading
By Riley Hunter – If you live in La Crosse, WI area you have for sure driven past Cosa Ink Grafitti’s artwork as they have become infamous locally, but their artwork was originally only exclusively street graffiti. I met Cody Sanderson (aka Cosa) in 2008 and was instantly brought backContinue Reading
SO COLLEEN, WHAT DO YOU DO FOR WORK OR BUSINESS? Artist who is finally done earning a wage and can now continue my creative efforts without worrying about earning a living. Tell us about a project or accomplishment that you consider to be the most significant in your career withContinue Reading
So, what’s your story? Where were you born? How long have you been here in the Driftless, What keeps you here?I was born in Long Prairie MN. I have lived in the Rochester Area for 57 years. I love Minnesota. Family has kept me in the Driftless zone. But IContinue Reading
So, what’s your story? Where were you born? How long have you been here in the Driftless, What keeps you here?I was born in Colorado and moved here for work. Eventually quit that job to start Carbon Cannabis and will be here for the foreseeable future to help build theContinue Reading
Cover Story By Joy Miller – The story of Seven Songs Organic Farm is a story of a woman who followed her unwavering desire to be outside. As a fellow farmer, that desire resonates deeply with me, and I often see glimpses of it in others. We’ve come to liveContinue Reading
What do you do here in the Driftless for work or business?I’m a writer, teacher, and (with my husband Jason Loper) co-steward of the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Meier House in Monona, Iowa. Let’s Learn More About Michael What is your biggest accomplishment?I’ve written one book, co-authored another, and amContinue Reading
Tell us about what you do for work or your business here in the Driftless, and how long have you been doing this?I founded the non-profit in October of 2016. My husband and I had the idea for the children museum in June of 2016 and our first step wasContinue Reading
By Rick Pedersen –Perhaps one of the most popular activities to embrace winter romance is a horse-drawn sleigh ride after a fresh snowfall. Very few things have had as many songs or stories written about them. My wife gets full credit for picking this trip and story topic, as itContinue Reading
By Rick Pedersen – “Pay it forward”, is an expression for describing the beneficiary of a good deed repaying the kindness to others, instead of to the original benefactor. By paying it forward, someone else’s circumstances, or life is changed for the better. Ultimately, the person paying it forward growsContinue Reading
La Crosse Paddling Club with Lori HammesAn Interview How long has LPC been around, how did it start?LPC was formed in 2018 by a group of outdoor enthusiasts who value the numerous benefits of paddling, including exercise, friendship and a deep connection and sense of community that is established byContinue Reading
An Interview with Anne SnowExecutive Director, Children’s Museum of La Crosse, Inc.“People of the Driftless” What is your best childhood memory?When I was growing up we would drive through La Crosse on the way from Illinois to Minnesota to visit my grandparents. I was in awe of the icicles thatContinue Reading