A brood of periodical cicadas that call part of Wisconsin home is emerging for the first time in 17 years this spring. We cover all things cicada with one of […]

Insect update: Return of the cicadas

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We hear why every body is a “runner’s body” with Slow AF Run Club leader Martinus Evans. Plus, a list of public golf courses in Wisconsin to visit this spring […]

How to get into running; Best-value public golf courses in Wisconsin

We talk to authors of new book “Chasing the Stars,” James Lattis and Kelly Tyrrell, about the history and astronomical impact of the Washburn Observatory on the UW-Madison campus. Then, […]

The history of astronomy at UW-Madison; Passion for amateur rocketry

The Midwest is home to more than 150 butterfly species. You can welcome these winged pollinators into your backyard with planning and proper plant selection. Horticulture educator Lisa Johnson shares […]

Garden Talk: Transform your backyard into a butterfly’s paradise

We talk with English food writer Carol Wilson about her new cookbook and take a look at where to go for food tours when traveling in the UK with local […]

Exploring the food and travel destinations of Britain

May 4 is the fishing opener in Wisconsin, the turkey hunt is underway and deer, elk and wolf management are in the news. Wildlife ecologist Scott Craven talks with us […]

Insect update: Return of the cicadas

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