Colby From Colby Is The Best Colby
It was a dreary day when I went to Colby, but it is the birthplace of Colby cheese, so it deserves some props. Colby is always best when it is Longhorn style (in my opinion). The town, a quant little village in the middle of the state, was cozy and pleasant, with reminders here and … Read more
Mayor to Unveil New Street Sign in Honor of Donald Driver
Here’s the press release from the City of Green Bay regarding a street named after Donald Driver… * * * http://greenbaywi.gov/donalddriverway \ The public is invited to join Green Bay Packers’ all-time leading receiver and “Dancing with the Stars” champion Donald Driver and Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt at the unveiling of the new Donald … Read more
A Lot To Do In DOOR COUNTY
Our friend at the Door County Visitors Bureau gives a quick rundown on the many fun things to do in Door County. Summer’s here, so get planning. Besides, I was tired of seeing the snow in May photo on the top of the home page. It’s an amazing place to visit so have at it, … Read more
Manitowoc On A Foggy Day
Manitowoc, home of the Marine Musuem and Sputnikfest 2013. For those not in the know, a chunck of one of the Sputnik satellites crashed down in the middle of one of the streets (it was about the sixe of a softball, no one got hurt), and since then the locals have, as we do all over … Read more
City Brewery – The Private Label King Of La Crosse
La Crosse is home to City Brewery, which is home to the worlds largest six pack (see photos), a line mentioned in an episode of “House” during it’s last season (any mention of Wisconsin on TV catches my attention). Interesting thing about City Brewery is that they make a boat load of private label beers … Read more
Our Wisconsin Magazine… About Time, Right!
Someone finally got the bright idea to do a magazine all about Wisconsin’s beauty, unique elements, and the people. Awesome to say the least and we are looking forward to getting to know those involved. In the meantime, check out the site at Our Wisconsin Magazine and order your subscription (we are not being asked … Read more
Ella’s Deli & Ice Cream Parlor – Past, Present & Fantasy
I had the pleasure of dining with our dear friend Steve “The Owner” Tate at Ella’s Deli several months ago and it was quite the pleasing experience for a number of reasons, particular the great deli food and ice cream, but also the decor. So many things from the past and present on display, yet … Read more
Packers vs ViQueens for NFC Wild Card Weekend
We all love to give the Vikings fans some ribbing. ViQueens is politce compared with some of the comments I’ve heard while shooting. Whatever the case, it should be a great game and a lot of fun for Cheesehead Nation this weekend in Wisconsin… GO PACK GO! * * * * * *
Rose Bowl 2013 – Bummer Loss, But Lots Of Fun
While it was a bummer loss (for the third year in a row) at the Rose Bowl, Cheesehead Nation still had a great deal of fun per usual. One major note of interest is that our buddy Steve (famous for his “Eat Cheese Or Die” poster at the Rose Bowl) got onto ESPN at the … Read more
Genuine Wisconsin Cheese Curds Imported For Rose Bowl
While imported may be the worst use of the word. since both Claifornia and Wisconin are part of the United States, it does imply that our Wisconsin cheese is so good that it feels as though it should be an import. Good to see out buddies at Ellsworth getting some national media attention. Here’s a … Read more
Wisconsin Badgers Smelling Roses… Again
Nebraska vs. Wisconsin: Twitter Reaction, Postgame Recap and Analysis | Bleacher Report. via Nebraska vs. Wisconsin: Twitter Reaction, Postgame Recap and Analysis | Bleacher Report.
Janesville, Wisconsin’s City Of Parks
Janesville is a lovely town and it’s park system is truly fantastic. Check out these photos and video. * * * * * * Photos (c) Janesville Parks Department
Four Weeks Away From Lambeau, Then & Now
Lambeau Field then and now. The photos tell it all… GO PACK GO… * * * LAMBEAU FIELD WHEN I WAS I CHILD… LAMBEAU FIELD AS OF THIS WEEK… Photos (C) Green Bay Packers – http://www.packers.com
Amazing Clouds Over Cameron
This is a clip I shot last May in Cameron (Barron County) when the clouds and sun were working in perfect harmony to give a heck of natural light show. I’ve learned while making this documentary that when Wisconsin weather shows you something, you gotta pull over and shoot or it will be gone all … Read more
If Frank Lloyd Wright Had Designed A Cheese Haus…
If Frank Lloyd Wright had designed a Cheese Haus it would have been Foster Cheese Haus in Osseo (just south of Eau Claire off of I94). They have some amazing cool Wisconsin Cheese as well, including bacon infused cheese curds like I’ve not seen anywhere else. Not only do they have great Wisconsin Cheese, but … Read more
Owning Fine Art Is Good For The Soul
Our dear friend and fellow artist Christine Mount Kapp has entered the world of blogging and you should check it out. Christine has interviewed for the documentary and will be involved in other aspects of it as we near completion in post-production. While her work is Americana, it speaks strongly of Wisconsin culture as well and … Read more
Champions Sports Bar: Where Memorabilia & Beer Come Together
Champions is a terrific sports bar to visit in Green Bay any time of the year, but it rocks on game day. The collection of sports memorabilia throughout the place seems endless, and it ain’t just Packers memorabilia, but Badgers, an extensive Favre collection, and other Wisconsin sports team. Even so, the Packers collection is … Read more
Love At Lambeau Field, Even If Purple Is Involved…
I just finished editing the wedding I shot at Lambeau Field this summer and, while this is a bit after the fact, it was a monumntal event for being able to shoot inside the stadium. The fact that the groom (and most of those in attendance) were Vikings fans proves how much power Cheesehead Nation … Read more
