Posts with tag 'outdoors'

Some of the best restaurants in the area offer outstanding outdoor dining experiences, perfect for a summer evening. Whether you're craving a casual meal on the patio, a delicious dinner on a scenic farm, or something sweet from a local bakery, here are some of our favorite patios and outdoor dining spots in the Madison area and beyond.

• Angelo's McFarland – 4706 Farwell St., McFarland, WI 53558
  Angelo's offers a menu filled with delicious, comforting Italian eats like pizza, calzones and pasta dishes in a cozy, welcoming atmosph...

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The Madison area is home to a variety of tasting rooms and vineyards, each with its own atmosphere, activities, and wines to try. Here are a few of our favorites.

• Square Wine Co. – 1 E. Main St., Madison, WI 53703
  At Square Wine Co., you never have to wait long for their next wine event. They offer tastings every Friday night, from 5:00-7:00pm, at their Capitol square tasting room. Each tasting is limited to 25 people, so you get a small-group atmosp...

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The Madison area has lots of natural areas that are wonderful for birdwatching, whether you're an experienced birder or just starting out. You can spot many species of migratory birds as they make their way through these birding hotspots near Madison and Dane County:  

1. Pheasant Branch Conservancy
   Location: Middleton, WI
   Birds You Might See: sandhill crane, bald eagle, eastern phoebe, Bell's vireo, barred owl

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Earth Day is happening on April 22, 2025, and there's certainly no shortage of ways to celebrate this beautiful planet we call home. Whether you're interested in volunteering to help clean up your favorite local park, going for a run on a beautiful spring day, or attending an Earth Day celebration that mixes art with nature, there's sure to be something to do. Here are a few Earth Day events and volunteer opportunities in the Madison area that you can take part in this April.

• Sun Prairie Earth Day Parks Cleanup – 1357 Linnerud Dr., Sun Prairie, WI 53590
  If you're interested in volunteering for Earth Day, then the

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As winter rolls on in Madison, it's easy to fall into the temptation to stay indoors as much as possible. Staying warm is important, but so is getting enough exercise. Luckily, you can have the best of both worlds. There are plenty of local gyms and wellness spaces in Madison to check out.

Let's take a look at a few options for staying fit in Madison this winter:

• Capitol Lakes Aquatic & Wellness Center – 333 West Main Street, Madison, WI 53703
  Capitol Lakes Aquatic & Wellness Center

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