Andrea Larson

May 11, 2023

Central Wisconsin, Running, Lifestyle

Climbing for a Cause - Everesting

Andrea Larson

May 11, 2023

Central Wisconsin, Running, Lifestyle

Andrea climbed up and down Rib Mountain 71 times to equal the height of Mount Everest, 29,029 feet and with the support of the IRONBULL community raised a dime for each foot she climbed! Andrea shares about the lead up and flawless execution on the big day.

Andrea Larson

April 30, 2023

Family, Lifestyle, Biking, Racing

A new chapter - first adventure race

Andrea Larson

April 30, 2023

Family, Lifestyle, Biking, Racing

A dream come true to have my 8 year old join me for her first adventure race…and love every minute of the Chasin’ the Bone 4 hour race!

Andrea Larson

February 15, 2023

Lifestyle, Racing, Central Wisconsin

Featured ski - Nine Mile 6k loop

Andrea Larson

February 15, 2023

Lifestyle, Racing, Central Wisconsin

Nine Mile’s marked loops are great options for those not intimately familiar with all the trails. Here I share the ups and downs of the 6k loop.

Andrea Larson

January 18, 2023

Lifestyle

Winter outdoor recreation abounds!

Andrea Larson

January 18, 2023

Lifestyle

Many of us struggle to stay active in the winter. Learn about the multitude of winter activities in our backyard.

Andrea Larson

November 2, 2022

Guest Blog, Lifestyle, Running

RIB MOUNTAIN STATE PARK, A TRAIL RUNNER’S PERSPECTIVE

Andrea Larson

November 2, 2022

Guest Blog, Lifestyle, Running

RIB MOUNTAIN STATE PARK, A TRAIL RUNNER’S PERSPECTIVE

Guest blogger, Rob Hoehn, shares a photo essay from a trail runner’s perspective during a long solo run at Rib Mountain State Park.

Andrea Larson

September 14, 2022

Lifestyle, Family

Northwoods Pipe Dream Family Paddle

Andrea Larson

September 14, 2022

Lifestyle, Family

Our family takes on our first paddle trip, exploring a chain of kettle lakes in northern Wisconsin within the Northern Highland State Forest, escaping the crowds of a holiday weekend.

Andrea Larson

August 3, 2022

Family, Lifestyle, Biking

Unplanned adventures - a memorable bike commute

Andrea Larson

August 3, 2022

Family, Lifestyle, Biking

Unplanned adventures - a memorable bike commute

A bike commute turns into an unexpected adventure where getting dropped in the final mile never felt so good!

Andrea Larson

May 4, 2022

Food, Lifestyle

Enjoying the garden year-round

Andrea Larson

May 4, 2022

Food, Lifestyle

Most people think of a garden during the summer and early fall, but even with Wisconsin’s short growing season, you can enjoy the garden tasties beyond this window, but you need to plan in spring!

Andrea Larson

March 10, 2022

Lifestyle, Guest Blog

Stepping out of our Comfort Zones, and into the Great Outdoors - Part 3, Do Something Again, for the First Time

Andrea Larson

March 10, 2022

Lifestyle, Guest Blog

Stepping out of our Comfort Zones, and into the Great Outdoors - Part 3, Do Something Again, for the First Time

Guest blog contributor, Alex Shinners, rediscovers the slopes, trading his snowboard for skis at Granite Peak.

Andrea Larson

March 3, 2022

Family, Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Featured ski - Leo's Loop and the John Howard Memorial Trail

Andrea Larson

March 3, 2022

Family, Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Featured ski - Leo's Loop and the John Howard Memorial Trail

Although many skiers consider the Birkie the end of the ski season, I find the door wide open for many ski adventures. I venture with my daughter for her first big adventure on the trails beyond the Cookie Trail at Nine Mile County Forest.

Andrea Larson

February 25, 2022

Lifestyle, Guest Blog, Biking

Stepping out of our Comfort Zones, and into the Great Outdoors - Part 2, Go Further Than You Ever Have Before

Andrea Larson

February 25, 2022

Lifestyle, Guest Blog, Biking

Stepping out of our Comfort Zones, and into the Great Outdoors - Part 2, Go Further Than You Ever Have Before

Guest blog contributor, Alex Shinners, ends up miles outside of his comfort zone after a 120 mile bike ride.

Andrea Larson

December 9, 2021

Guest Blog, Lifestyle, Biking

Global Fatbike Day with Shane Hitz

Andrea Larson

December 9, 2021

Guest Blog, Lifestyle, Biking

Guest blogger, Shane Hitz, shares his Global Fatbike Day solo pre-sunrise to post-sunset day in the saddle. Along the way he was even the first to set tracks this winter exploring several winter waterfalls on a perfect December day.

Andrea Larson

October 25, 2021

Family, Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Hike to the Rib Mountain Quarry - Wausau Mama

Andrea Larson

October 25, 2021

Family, Lifestyle, Central Wisconsin

Hike to the Rib Mountain Quarry - Wausau Mama

Wausau Mama shares about one of the best-kept secrets in the Wausau area - the quarry at Rib Mountain State Park.

Guest User

October 12, 2021

Racing, Lifestyle

Ultra Trail 15k Race Report

Guest User

October 12, 2021

Racing, Lifestyle

Guest blogger, Traci, returns to share about her first trail run experience at the IRONBULL Ultra Trail 15k.

Andrea Larson

September 27, 2021

Racing, Lifestyle

15k Training Continues

Andrea Larson

September 27, 2021

Racing, Lifestyle

Guest blogger, Traci, returns to provide an update on how training is going for the IRONBULL Ultra Trail 15k.

Guest User

June 14, 2021

Racing, Lifestyle, Guest Blog, Family

Training for the Ultra Trail 15k

Guest User

June 14, 2021

Racing, Lifestyle, Guest Blog, Family

Guest blogger, Traci Wisz, decides after 2 years of watching the goings-on of IRONBULL from the sidelines, to train for the Ultra Trail 15k.

Andrea Larson

June 3, 2021

Family, Lifestyle

Disc golf at Liberty Park

Andrea Larson

June 3, 2021

Family, Lifestyle

The area’s newest disc golf course located at Liberty Park offers newcomers and families a great opportunity to give the sport a try. With the park’s other amenities, this is a perfect family outing or destination bike ride.

Andrea Larson

February 11, 2021

Food, Lifestyle

Twelve months of garden veggies

Andrea Larson

February 11, 2021

Food, Lifestyle

Even in Wisconsin, we can still enjoy our garden year-round.

Andrea Larson

January 22, 2021

Racing, Guest Blog, Lifestyle

Community Building

Andrea Larson

January 22, 2021

Racing, Guest Blog, Lifestyle

Guest blogger, Rob Hoehn, enjoys some camaraderie at a winter group run.

Andrea Larson

December 16, 2020

Lifestyle

Still plenty to do between seasons

Andrea Larson

December 16, 2020

Lifestyle

As interseasonal weather between fall and winter lingers, there is plenty to enjoy outside as long as you dress for the conditions.