Category: Blogging on the River

5 Things You Need to Know Before You Go: Family Sports Travel

By: Anastasia Penchi You know the drill. Scramble and pack on Friday morning and hope you remember everything so you won’t have to shop for a wrestling singlet or running shoes at a department store chain that you’re not familiar with in a city you don’t know very well.Winter sports tournament season is upon us,… Read more »

5 Things to Know Mt. La Crosse Ski and Snowboard

Pull out those skis and snowboards – or just rent them for a day – and enjoy the thrill as you zip down the hills and valleys of Mt. La Crosse.  Here are five reasons to head to Mt. La Crosse this winter… Carve long after Halloween is over When someone on skis or a snowboard… Read more »

6 Unique Holiday Shopping Experiences

Gasoline Alley Toys & Antiques Do you have someone in your life that enjoys vintage and antique toys? Finding the right gift for them may be a feat but as luck would have it, we have an idea for you. Gasoline Alley Toys & Antiques offers vintage and antique toys. They specialize in toy vehicles… Read more »

An Accessible Adventure

Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Mississippi River Valley.  We have some great ideas to help you get outside and enjoy the best of nature in our area and have a truly accessible vacation.Upper Missisisippi U.S. Fish & Wildlife Visitor CenterThe Center is located on Brice Prairie in Onalaska and is completely… Read more »

Drink of the Month: Bloody Mary

By: Sara Walters There are lots of bars in La Crosse and surrounding areas that are rumored to have the best Bloody Mary around. One of the region’s top contenders is Rivers Rats on French Island. On the banks of the Mississippi, River Rats is a local favorite, featuring a full menu and bar as well… Read more »

Lights Over North La Crosse: A Holiday Season Tradition

  Lights Over North La Crosse is a great event for the North La Crosse Community. The event takes place in Copeland Park and is a chance for family and friends to connect and kick off the beginning of the Holiday Season. Organized by the North La Crosse Business Association, it has become an annual… Read more »

Snaps Around Town: Oktoberfest!

We will be featuring a new ongoing photo series from Bob Good! Check back periodically! This week is always a good one! Oktoberfest! We also feature a new photo that is shared with us on Instagram. Your photo could be next! Just snap a photo and use #explorelacrosse I have photographed national musicians- American Authors,… Read more »

Driftless Wisconsin Wine & Cheese Trail Launches October 13-15, 2017

Activities planned at 14 wineries and creameries throughout Southwest Wisconsin The Driftless Wisconsin Wine & Cheese Trail premieres October 13, 14 and 15, with special activities at each of fourteen businesses. This new collaboration between the state’s renowned dairy industry and its growing wine industry invites travellers to visit estate wineries and local creameries, tasting… Read more »

5 Things You Need to Know Before You Go: Mississippi Mayhem

By: Anastasia Penchi If the word “mayhem,” is involved – it has to be good. Mississippi Mayhem (a reference to the river – not the state) is a car show featuring pre-1965 cars and pre-1975 motorcycles that will be held at the La Crosse Interstate Fairgrounds in West Salem on Sept. 8-9. It is described… Read more »