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Cover photo provided by Cave of the
Mounds National Natural Landmark,
caveofthemounds.com. All rights
reserved.from the editor amy johnson Once again light can be seen at the end of the winter tunnel. Having family in both
Wisconsin and California initiates an annual conversation�why don�t those of us left
in Wisconsin escape the cold and snow by moving to California. Each year I consider
the query and come to the same conclusion: I would miss experiencing Wisconsin�s
four seasons�all of them. Even though winters can become unbearable, I always
survive. And each time I do, how much more I appreciate the following spring and
summer, and there isn�t anywhere more beautiful in the fall!
Additionally, I continue to appreciate the plentiful activities available in Wisconsin.
Cave of the Mounds, a National Natural Landmark, is considered �the �jewel box� of
America�s major caves,� and recognized by the Chicago Academy of Sciences as �the
signicant cave of the upper Midwest.� While I must confess it has been quite some
time since I visited, this issue�s feature reminds me why I want to go back soon! And
I don�t have to wait until spring because Cave of the Mounds is open year round�the
cave is consistently 50 degrees.
In March, the world�s largest cheese and butter competition returns to Madison. The
World Championship Cheese Contest is in its 29th biennial year, and once again
provides us the opportunity to view the nal round of judging and sample some top
cheeses.
Any day is well spent at Tenney Park, no matter what the season. Warmer months
offer paths for walking, biking, and rollerblading; ample space for soccer, softball, or
volleyball; and water accessibility provides shing and swimming. Ice skaters glide
across the frozen Yahara River during winter months, and then thaw afterward with
a visit to the warming shelter.
Of course there�s always plenty of dining and shopping in the area, too. The regular
Dobhan menu features traditional Nepalese favorites, but they don�t stop there�
weekly specials include Cuban and Mexican dishes, and even a Wisconsin-style
Friday sh fry.
In a comforting way, entering Hawk�s Bar & Grill gives you just what you would hope
for: delicious pub & grill fare (using fresh ingredients!), and a great bar with a large
variety of tap and bottled beers, wines by the glass, and specialty drinks.
A trip to Hilldale Mall should always include a stop at Playthings, where both adult
and children�s imaginations soar. The thoughtfulness of owner Nancy Nigl and staff is
apparent in their merchandise selection, and they live their motto to provide toys that
�entertain, educate, and fascinate.� And now they also carry infant/toddler apparel!
In the same trip, a visit can be made to Terese Zache Designs to nd the latest fashions
and accessories, including European collections and items made in the U.S.A.
What a great gift we have�to live somewhere where there are so many things to do,
no matter what you like to do. There�s no excuse for �nothing to do��you just need
to open your eyes. 4 | madison originals magazinePhotograph courtesy of Madison Trust for Historic Preservation