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“We abuse the land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect.” ----Aldo Leopold, A Sand county Almanac. We're getting back to nature in this episode of Discover Wisconsin, and we start at a foundation in Baraboo committed to bringing the environment back to it's natural roots. Founded by Aldo Leopold's five children in 1982, The Aldo Leopold Foundation is a conservation organization that works to inspire an ethical relationship between people and nature, and continues to foster this land ethic through the legacy of Aldo Leopold. We get to be a part of just a small number of the many great programs they have at the foundation; including their Learn-to-Hunt programs and an introduction to their Prescribed Burn trainings. Host Mariah Haberman takes a walk through the grounds with Leopold fellow, conservation biologist, historian, and writer Curt Meine, who gives some key insight into Leopold's work and his final day of protecting the land. And before we leave Baraboo, Mariah goes for a ride out to the foundation's blind to see the annual Sandhill Crane migration. Nothing gets you out and into nature like hunting in Wisconsin. The Discover Wisconsin crew goes hunting with a range of hunters who each give their perspective on why they hunt. From deep rooted family traditions and love for venison, to population control and wanting to know exactly where your meat came from, there's a lot to learn when it comes to the benefits of hunting. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources offers many excellent programs to teach, instruct and get more people hunting all over the state, as well as cooking up delicious meals. Mariah heads back to Baraboo one last time for a DNR sponsored instructional on how to cook the meat once you've harvested it, lead by R3 Coordinator, hunter, writer and cook, John Motoviloff. When was the last time you took a moment to appreciate your environment in this great state? Well we’ll be giving you more ways than one, as we get back to nature.

West Bend In this episode of Discover Wisconsin, host Mariah Haberman heads to the lively and historic city of West Bend, located just 30 minutes north of Milwaukee on a westward bend of the Milwaukee River. Learn more about the West Bend area by visiting: https://bit.ly/36b0pY4. Featured in this episode: Candyman On Main: https://bit.ly/2zccX5k Laughing Mountain Gourmet Popcorn: https://bit.ly/3d29llm Germanfest: https://bit.ly/36ezWZU Habitat for Humanity of Washington and Dodge Counties of Wisconsin: https://bit.ly/3cUjsZ6 Tochi Ramen: https://bit.ly/2ZeDQjV The Norbert: https://bit.ly/3bVqDPN Museum of Wisconsin Art: https://bit.ly/2Th2sV8 HomeGrown Music Festival: https://bit.ly/2LAjbyK Dirty Ninja Mud Run: https://bit.ly/2X5Ey0d Love Wisconsin? Shop our store! http://bit.ly/ShopDiscoverWisconsin Follow Discover Wisconsin on: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3bJ0m7Y Facebook: https://bit.ly/3aIpWZx Twitter: https://bit.ly/2y35SDJ Pinterest: https://bit.ly/3cQSDon Explore more: Join the conversation: https://bit.ly/2R9hNGt The Bobber blogs: https://bit.ly/2zAOfeZ The Cabin podcasts: https://apple.co/38FHVPc

Love Wisconsin? Shop our store! http://bit.ly/ShopDiscoverWisconsin Whitewater | S33 Ep. 10 Whitewater or Second Salem? It depends on what you are willing to believe, but that is the designation this city has gained over the years with its paranormal past and the unique residents that continue to have a strong influence. From exploring the University of Whitewater-Wisconsin and beauty of this area’s natural parks, to investigating a thriving local culinary scene and chilling folklore, Mariah and Eric dive into Whitewater. Get more Discover Wisconsin! Find us on: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/discoverwisconsin/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/discoverwisconsin/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/discoverwi

From artisanal brews to fermented honey, Mariah and Eric get a taste of some very different craft beverages and the hard work that goes into creating these delicious products.

Wisconsin's Walking Tours Wisconsin has a deep history, and there are so many cities that have put a lot of work in preserving the story of their community. Mariah tours the downtowns of Burlington, Plymouth, Ashland and Waukesha to learn how each continues to keep their past alive and remind us why that is so important. Get more Discover Wisconsin! Find us on: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/discoverwisconsin/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/discoverwisconsin/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/discoverwi

Just south of Milwaukee lies a small community that’s grown a lot over the past few years and has begun to transform in a big way. Oak Creek has been reinvented, and you don’t have to look too far to see just how much as changed. We spend a lot of time in their new downtown hub, the Drexel Town Square, where you can find the community collaborating and celebrating no matter the season. Mariah gets to have some fun with Miko at Dog Day in the square, as well as at their annual Winterfest, with Art Below Zero carving up ice like you’ve never seen before. Eric also sits down for a chat with Mayor Dan over an iced tea in the square, and gets an inside perspective on all of Oak Creek’s improvements. However, there’s plenty going on outside the square in Oak Creek. We stop at Valentine Coffee’s brand new cafe’ that offers everything from great drinks to delicious food, as well as a staple that’s been serving excellent Italian cuisine for 16 years here throughout the changes, Trattoria di Carlo. Of course, Eric had to check out Wisconsin’s first IKEA that opened up in Oak Creek during the Spring of 2018, with rooms upon rooms of inspiration for home building. As well as the new City 13 Escape Rooms, where Eric finds his true calling as a hero of the city. And amongst this change, the city stayed focused on what was important to them and their patrons; doing right by the community and its natural environment. At the heart of that is their new City Hall and library, and right outside it’s doors is the Emerald Preserve. Both are free and open to the public, offering so much for the entire natural community and those that live within it. Along with the Emerald Preserve, they have Abendschein Park, as well as Lake Vista Park, where Eric grabs a beer and jams out at the Oak Creek Beer Garden. It’s pretty incredible to realize what used to be in the place of a lot these new spots in the city, and what they’ve been able to do with the land they have. You’ve probably heard of Oak Creek and what it used to be, but what you might not know is that this city has been completely reinvented, and is on the rise. Love Wisconsin? Shop our store! http://bit.ly/ShopDiscoverWisconsin Follow Discover Wisconsin on: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3bJ0m7Y Facebook: https://bit.ly/3aIpWZx Twitter: https://bit.ly/2y35SDJ Pinterest: https://bit.ly/3cQSDon Explore more: Join the conversation: https://bit.ly/2R9hNGt The Bobber blogs: https://bit.ly/2zAOfeZ The Cabin podcasts: https://apple.co/38FHVPc

Love Wisconsin? Shop our store! http://bit.ly/ShopDiscoverWisconsin Johnson Creek | S33 Ep. 15 Home to the Premium Outlets and the Pine Cone right off the highway, Johnson Creek is well known as a shopping and food destination. However, there’s a lot more to see as you get further into their community; join Eric as he uncovers the charm and intriguing history of this city at a crossroads. Get more Discover Wisconsin! Find us on: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/discoverwisconsin/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/discoverwisconsin/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/discoverwi

Love Wisconsin? Shop our store! http://bit.ly/ShopDiscoverWisconsin New Richmond | S33 Ep. 11 Small yet full of attractions all year round that bring people to this part of the state, New Richmond is a growing, busy community that is putting the work in to add so much quality to this city. From fast, exciting events, to contemplative, quiet excursions, Colin gets a feel for the different speeds offered at the edge of the state. Get more Discover Wisconsin! Find us on: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/discoverwisconsin/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/discoverwisconsin/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/discoverwi