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Nothing says “Chippewa Valley” quite like a tour at the Leinenkugel Brewing Co., which begins at the Leinie Lodge (124 E. Elm St., Chippewa Falls) and introduces folks to the brewery’s 150-year history. Plus you might get to sample a few tasty brews! Spend a day out and about at the Irvine Park and Zoo (125 Bridgewater Ave., Chippewa Falls), which was founded in 1909 and features zebras, tigers, and cute lil’ animals at their petting zoo. The Sculpture Tour Eau Claire includes over 50 sculptures around downtown Eau Claire and offers locals a 3D public scavenger hunt to try and see them all. –Rebecca Mennecke