Issue #375 January 9, 2019
Lauren Fisher
What’s more romantic than snowy trails lit by the golden light of flickering candles? Nothing, that’s what. So if you’ve been jonesing to get outside with your significant other, now’s your chance ...
Issue #375 January 9, 2019
Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth
The 133rd Silver Mine Invitational ski competition marks a special milestone for the popular winter event. The Silver Mine complex is celebrating its 50th anniversary of hosting the event – the organization has dubbed the theme of this year’s competition ...
Issue #375 January 9, 2019
YMCA yoga instructor talks yoga for beginners
Haley Wright, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Wendi Engum – a yoga instructor at the YMCA in Eau Claire who has been practicing yoga since 2000 – went to her first yoga class out of “pure curiosity” and found she instantly loved the new ...
Issue #375 January 9, 2019
running during cold weather has benefits, but plenty of layers and a dedicated attitude are musts
Justine Childs, photos by Max Childs
The alarm goes off while it’s still dark. I stumble out of bed still foggy from the dream I was having and reach for the pile on my dresser I prepared the night before: fleece-lined leggings, two shirts, two pairs of socks, jacket, hat, gloves, shoes. It’s 6am and I am going running. In the winter ...
Issue #374 December 26, 2018
skiers from near and far gear up for North America’s largest cross-country race
Nealy Corcoran, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Bob Burch is a world-class skier who has skied the largest cross-country ski race in North America, the American Birkebeiner, every year for 36 years. This February he will make the drive from Eau Claire ...
Issue #374 December 26, 2018
chilly fun comes to Pinehurst Park on Thursdays this January and February
V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Now that winter is officially upon us, it might be tempting to lock your doors and burrito-roll inside your favorite blanket. But here in Wisconsin, cold weather doesn’t have to negate outdoor fun ...
Issue #374 December 26, 2018
local fatbiking scene welcomes newbies, old helmets
Sean Brandenburg, photos by Jereme Rauckman
With December temps in the mid-to-high 30s, it would seem that snow will come and go this winter. One thing that is here to stay, though, is fat biking. Even if you haven’t tried it yet, you’ve likely seen ...
Issue #372 November 28, 2018
Rayna DeJongh
Get swept off your feet with the spirit of curling and join the Eau Claire Curling Club as they host Learn-to-Curl sessions at 1pm each Saturday Dec. 1-15 at 5530 Fairview Drive. Anyone is welcome, and no prior experience ...
Issue #372 November 28, 2018
Abby Norton
Next year, the Chippewa Valley Roller Derby will celebrate 10 years of work and play. But in order to do so, they’ll need to find a new space. Heather Brockel, or “Lizzy” as she goes by when she puts her skates on ...
Issue #372 November 28, 2018
Luc Anthony, photos by Andrea Paulseth
If the Chippewa Valley is known for a particular sports passion (besides football’s ubiquity), one would choose baseball and hockey as two stand-out options. Both have enough of a following to garner ...
Issue #369 October 17, 2018
Laura Buchholz , photos by Andrea Paulseth
For years, the Chippewa Valley Roller Derby (formerly Chippewa Valley Roller Girls) has wanted to have multiple home teams. This is the year that will happen. On Friday, Oct. 12, the Chippewa Valley Roller Derby (CVRD) ...
Issue #368 October 3, 2018
Samantha Kobs, photos by Andrea Paulseth
CULT! is – along with its predecessor CHOMP! – a classic role-playing game similar to Dungeons & Dragons, except much simpler. (Those of you frustrated with the intricacies of D&D might appreciate this!)
Issue #364 August 8, 2018
Emilee Wentland, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Experience what life is like under the sea during Chippewa Falls’ 42nd annual Pure Water Days! This year’s theme, “Under the Sea,” will be exemplified during the parade with more than 70 floats ...
Issue #363 July 25, 2018
Airfest & Autorama showcases air and land speedsters
Julia van Allen, photos by Timothy Mather
Fly high on Aug. 4 at the Sixth Annual Menomonie Airfest and Autorama. This event is a full day of planes and cars that will entertain kids and adults alike. This year’s excitement will feature a two-hour acrobatic airplane show ...
Issue #363 July 25, 2018
Emilee Wentland, photos by Kelsey Smith
Come one, come all to watch the fourth annual Half Moon Dragon Boat Festival. The one-day event raises funds to fight against cancer, donating to charities such as Joshua’s Camp, the American Cancer Society ...
Issue #361 June 27, 2018
Taylor Reisdorf
Rev up your workout regime and take the opportunity to fall in love with new fitness styles and/or studios all while enjoying the great outdoors with River Prairie Workouts. River Prairie Workouts ...
Issue #361 June 27, 2018
Emilee Wentland, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Kubb is a Swedish baton-throwing lawn game that can be played by pretty much anyone, and it just so happens that the largest kubb championship outside of Europe is held right here in Eau Claire, aka the "Kubb Capital of North America" since 2011 ...
Issue #360 June 13, 2018
Lake Hallie Golf Course hosts second annual Hickory Classic
Rob Reid, photos by Rob Reid
A group of 16 golfers recently played 18 holes at the Lake Hallie Golf Course. What was different about this gathering was that all players in the Lake Hallie Hickory Classic on June 2 were using old-fashioned ...
Issue #360 June 13, 2018
Emily Kuhn, photos by Emily Kuhn
If someone asked you to do something that’s out of the norm for you, what would your motivation be for saying yes? Say that something was part physical (running a 200-mile relay race from Chicago to Madison in two days), part social ...
Issue #360 June 13, 2018
and how to avoid them
Adam Condit, photos by Branden Nall, Kelsey Smith
You’re all fired up and ready to run! In fact, you might have a longer term goal you’re working towards and want to make this year your fittest year yet! Motivation is at an all-time high and you have daydreams ...
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