Andrea Larson

January 15, 2026

Lifestyle, Guest Blog

Stepping out of our Comfort Zones, and into the Great Outdoors -Do Something Again, for the First Time

Andrea Larson

January 15, 2026

Lifestyle, Guest Blog

Stepping out of our Comfort Zones, and into the Great Outdoors -Do Something Again, for the First Time

Guest blog contributor, Alex, rediscovers the slopes, trading his snowboard for skis at Granite Peak.

Andrea Larson

December 16, 2025

Lifestyle, Racing, Central Wisconsin

Featured ski - Nine Mile 10k loop

Andrea Larson

December 16, 2025

Lifestyle, Racing, Central Wisconsin

Nine Mile’s marked loops are great options for those not intimately familiar with all the trails. Here I share the twists and turns of the 10k loop.

Andrea Larson

November 13, 2025

Lifestyle

Still plenty to do between seasons

Andrea Larson

November 13, 2025

Lifestyle

As interseasonal weather between fall and winter lingers, there is plenty to enjoy outside as long as you dress for the conditions.

Andrea Larson

February 13, 2025

Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Featured snowshoe - Rib Mountain State Park

Andrea Larson

February 13, 2025

Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Featured snowshoe - Rib Mountain State Park

Although I’ve been to Rib Mountain State Park countless times, I’m just floored at this gem in our backyard. I had the pleasure of a great snowshoe hike with numerous view points on this hour long hike.

Andrea Larson

February 7, 2025

Family, Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Featured ski - Nine Mile Cookie Trail

Andrea Larson

February 7, 2025

Family, Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Nine Mile has trails for all ability levels - starting with the Cookie Trail. Here I share my experience skiing the Cookie Trail with my five year old daughter for the very first time.

Andrea Larson

February 3, 2024

Family, Lifestyle, Biking

Family winter skating adventures

Andrea Larson

February 3, 2024

Family, Lifestyle, Biking

No snow presents some opportunities. A family adventure involving hiking, exploring, ice skating, and fat tire biking!

Andrea Larson

February 15, 2023

Lifestyle, Racing, Central Wisconsin

Featured ski - Nine Mile 6k loop

Andrea Larson

February 15, 2023

Lifestyle, Racing, Central Wisconsin

Nine Mile’s marked loops are great options for those not intimately familiar with all the trails. Here I share the ups and downs of the 6k loop.

Andrea Larson

January 18, 2023

Lifestyle

Winter outdoor recreation abounds!

Andrea Larson

January 18, 2023

Lifestyle

Many of us struggle to stay active in the winter. Learn about the multitude of winter activities in our backyard.

Andrea Larson

March 3, 2022

Family, Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Featured ski - Leo's Loop and the John Howard Memorial Trail

Andrea Larson

March 3, 2022

Family, Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Featured ski - Leo's Loop and the John Howard Memorial Trail

Although many skiers consider the Birkie the end of the ski season, I find the door wide open for many ski adventures. I venture with my daughter for her first big adventure on the trails beyond the Cookie Trail at Nine Mile County Forest.

Andrea Larson

December 9, 2021

Guest Blog, Lifestyle, Biking

Global Fatbike Day with Shane Hitz

Andrea Larson

December 9, 2021

Guest Blog, Lifestyle, Biking

Guest blogger, Shane Hitz, shares his Global Fatbike Day solo pre-sunrise to post-sunset day in the saddle. Along the way he was even the first to set tracks this winter exploring several winter waterfalls on a perfect December day.

Andrea Larson

February 1, 2021

Racing, Guest Blog

Race report: Rib Mountain Adventure Challenge - Winter Edition

Andrea Larson

February 1, 2021

Racing, Guest Blog

Race report: Rib Mountain Adventure Challenge - Winter Edition

Guest blogger, Rob Hoehn, recaps lessons he learned with his team in his first adventure race.

Andrea Larson

January 22, 2021

Racing, Guest Blog, Lifestyle

Community Building

Andrea Larson

January 22, 2021

Racing, Guest Blog, Lifestyle

Guest blogger, Rob Hoehn, enjoys some camaraderie at a winter group run.

Andrea Larson

January 7, 2021

Racing

Welcome to Adventure Racing Part 2

Andrea Larson

January 7, 2021

Racing

Looking for adventure racing tips - glean insight in part 2 of 2 on adventure racing.

Andrea Larson

December 24, 2020

Racing

Welcome to Adventure Racing Part 1

Andrea Larson

December 24, 2020

Racing

Looking for adventure? The premise of adventure racing is that participants use a map and compass to navigate through an unmarked course using several disciplines. Gain some insights to this unique sport.

Andrea Larson

March 9, 2020

Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin, Guest Blog

A Colorado gal’s first winter in Wisconsin

Andrea Larson

March 9, 2020

Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin, Guest Blog

A Colorado gal’s first winter in Wisconsin

Guest blog contributor, Stephanie Hardi, shares her experience moving from Denver, CO to Wausau six months ago.

Andrea Larson

March 1, 2020

Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin, Guest Blog

A Denverite’s Top Five Winter Must Dos in Wausau, Wisconsin

Andrea Larson

March 1, 2020

Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin, Guest Blog

A Denverite’s Top Five Winter Must Dos in Wausau, Wisconsin

Guest blog contributor, Stephanie Hardi, shares her favorite things to do in Wausau she’s discovered this winter.

Andrea Larson

November 7, 2019

Racing

Dressing for the weather

Andrea Larson

November 7, 2019

Racing

With the start of winter, seemingly overnight, it’s important to dress for the weather. This weekend’s Milwaukee Area Fall Frenzy Adventure Race was a great example of how preparation can make a cold day a great day!