Central WI Attractions

Oct. 20, 2026

Leave the Leaves! Why a Perfect Lawn Isn't Always a Healthy Lawn in Central Wisconsin

That Messy Fall Yard Might Be Doing More Good Than You Think!

It's October in Central Wisconsin.

The trees are turning beautiful shades of red, orange, and gold. The temperatures are dropping, and leaves are beginning to cover lawns throughout Adams, Juneau, Monroe, Sauk, and Wood counties.

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Oct. 20, 2026

Protecting the Lakes We Love: Meet the Petenwell and Castle Rock Stewards (PACRS

More Than Beautiful Views: Caring for Castle Rock Lake and Lake Petenwell

When people think about Castle Rock Lake and Lake Petenwell in Central Wisconsin, they often picture boating, fishing, beautiful sunsets, and relaxing weekends on the water.

And honestly, what's not to love?

These lakes are …

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Oct. 20, 2026

Buying Land in Wisconsin: Can You Actually Build on It

That Beautiful Piece of Land Might Not Be Buildable!

You've found it.

Ten acres of beautiful Wisconsin countryside. Mature trees, wildlife, privacy, and enough room to finally build the home you've always wanted.

Maybe you're dreaming of a barndominium, a cabin in the woods, or a house …

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Oct. 20, 2026

Buying Waterfront Property in Central Wisconsin: What You Need to Know Before You Buy

Buying Waterfront Property in Central Wisconsin: What You Need to Know Before You Buy

Lakefront Living Is Wonderful, but It Comes With Rules You Need to Understand

Imagine sitting on your deck with a cup of coffee, watching the sunrise over Castle Rock Lake or Lake Petenwell. Your …

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Sept. 2, 2026

Why Buy a Lake House? Life on Castle Rock Lake & Lake Petenwell

There are a lot of things to consider when buying a lake home.

How much frontage does it have? Is the shoreline sandy or rocky? How deep is the water? Is there room for a dock? What are the taxes? How many bedrooms? Is there a garage big enough …

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Sept. 2, 2026

What Does a Slow No Wake Buoy Mean on Castle Rock Lake?

If you spend enough time boating on Castle Rock Lake, you’re going to see Slow – No Wake markers.

They aren't there just to ruin your fun right when you've finally got the boat moving. They serve an important purpose: protecting shorelines, docks, structures, wildlife habitat and other people …

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Sept. 1, 2026

Bald Eagles on Castle Rock Lake: The Neighbors You Don’t See at the Open House

There are plenty of reasons people fall in love with Castle Rock Lake.

The boating. The fishing. The sunsets. The sandbars. The quiet mornings when the water is almost completely still.

And then there are moments like this.

We were out on Castle Rock Lake when we …

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Aug. 31, 2026

What’s Hiding Under Castle Rock Lake? The History Beneath the Wate

When you're boating across Castle Rock Lake, it's easy to think about what's around you — the shoreline, islands, beaches and nearly 14,000 acres of water.

But have you ever wondered what's underneath you?

We recently did.

While boating between Juneau County Castle Rock Park and Castle …

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Aug. 31, 2026

Protecting Castle Rock Lake’s Sandstone Cliffs

Castle Rock Lake’s Sandstone Cliffs Are Beautiful — Let’s Help Protect Them

One of the things that makes Castle Rock Lake, Wisconsin so recognizable is its sandstone shoreline.

Cruising along the lake and seeing layers of exposed sandstone rising above the water is one of those views …

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Aug. 31, 2026

Blue-Green Algae on Castle Rock Lake: What Lake Users Should Know

If you spend enough time on Wisconsin lakes, eventually you're going to see something in the water that makes you stop and ask:

What in the world is THAT?

Recently, while we were out on Castle Rock Lake, we came across a heavy green accumulation in a small, …

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