An Ice Age Trail representative tells us about a promotional activity to highlight an anniversary of the trail. Then a couple of sewing enthusiasts talk with us about the revitalization of interest in sewing — both masks and otherwise — during the coronavirus pandemic. Plus, a look at the Big Ten Conference’s decision to play fall football.
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Big Ten Conference Moving Forward With Shortened Football Season
Big Ten football teams will be taking the field for an abbreviated season, starting in late October. We find out how the conference went from postponing all fall sports to deciding to hold practices and games.
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Ice Age Trail Celebrating 40th Anniversary With 'Mammoth Challenge'
To celebrate its 40th anniversary as a National Scenic Trail, Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail is challenging people to hike 40 miles on the trail in October. We find out more about the “Mammoth Challenge” and look back on the history of one of the state’s most popular outdoor attractions.
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Share Your Sewing Appreciation For National Sewing Month
While it’s not common practice to make the bulk of your own clothes anymore, it seems sewing has been rising in popularity in the last few years. For National Sewing month in September, we talked with two Wisconsin sewists about why they sew and ask our listeners that share their experiences.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Colten Bartholomew Guest
- Amy Lord Guest
- Diane Dhein Guest
- Belinda Banike Guest
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