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The Bobber

The Bobber

By: Discover Wisconsin
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Welcome to The Bobber, a bi-weekly podcast produced by the crew that brings you the nation's longest-running tourism TV show, Discover Wisconsin. The Bobber podcast transforms our vibrant blogs into an immersive auditory experience. I'm your guide, Hailey Rose, third-generation and granddaughter to Dick Rose, Discover Wisconsin’s founder. I’m thrilled to invite you on this audio journey that brings our written stories to life!2023-Present Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Choose Your Adventure: Janesville Edition

    Choose Your Adventure: Janesville Edition
    Jun 19 2026

    In this episode, Hailey explores Janesville like never before! Our hosts—Apurba, Andrea, Eric, and Megan—each set off on their own adventure through Wisconsin’s Great Outside, following custom itineraries created by the Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Without further ado, let the adventures begin!

    The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/

    Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/choose-your-adventure-janesville-edition/

    Rotary Botanical Gardens: https://www.rotarybotanicalgardens.org/; Sandee’s Thai Fusion: https://sandeesthaifusion.com/; Little Sister Crepe Shop: https://www.littlesistercrepeshop.com/; 608 Vintage: https://608vintage.com/; M.H. Vintage Collective: https://www.facebook.com/people/MH-Vintage-Collective/100057387762401/?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=QPl4eTFlpUhEuPfo&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1AKKLbanuW%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr; Music at the Marv: https://downtownjanesville.com/events/;

    Janesville Farmers Market: https://janesvillefarmersmarket.com/; Palmer Urban Mountain Bike Park: https://veloclub.org/palmer-park-mtb-trails/; Comedy Cabin: https://www.cabinlaughs.com/;

    Bodacious Shops: https://bodaciousshops.com/janesville; Robot Fighter Records: https://www.robotfighterrecords.com/; Woodman’s Sports & Convention Center: https://woodmanscenter.com/; Janesville Jets: https://www.janesvillejets.com/;

    Riverside Park: https://jvlriversidepark.com/; Janesville Pickleball Club: https://www.janesvillepickleballclub.org/; Timber Hill Winery: https://timberhillwinery.com/; Papa Docs Axe Throwing: https://papadocsaxe.com/;

    Fresh Faces, Bold Places — Janesville: Fresh Faces, Bold Places — Janesville

    The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/

    The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod

    Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin

    Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin

    Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks

    Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau: https://www.janesvillecvb.com/. Follow on social @explorejanesvillewi
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    11 mins
  • Why Sheboygan County Is a Great Place to Live, Work, & Play

    Why Sheboygan County Is a Great Place to Live, Work, & Play
    Jun 12 2026
    In this episode, Hailey discovers Sheboygan County, situated along Lake Michigan’s stunning shoreline! This is a place where natural beauty, vibrant culture, true community, and endless opportunity all beautifully blend together. Come along and see why it’s a great place to live, work, and play! The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/ Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/why-sheboygan-county-is-a-great-place-to-live-work-play/ Sheboygan Symphony: https://sheboygansymphony.org/; Late Bloomer Paintings: https://www.facebook.com/latebloomerpaintings/; Limelight Pub: https://limelightpub.com/; Bread & Bean Eatery: https://www.breadandbean.com/; Il Ritrovo: https://www.ilritrovopizza.com/; Field to Fork: https://www.fieldtoforkcafe.com/; Stefano’s Slo Food Market: https://www.slofoodmarket.com/; F.I.R.E. Fitness Camp: https://www.firefitnesscamp.com/; Sargento Cheese: https://sargento.com/; Kohler Company: https://www.kohlercompany.com/; The GameBoard: https://the-gameboard.com/; Interurban Trail: https://www.sheboygancounty.com/departments/departments-f-q/planning-and-conservation/facilities/trails/interurban-trail; Old Plank Road Trail: https://www.sheboygancounty.com/departments/departments-f-q/planning-and-conservation/facilities/trails/old-plank-road-trail; Kettle Moraine State Forest: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/kmn/recreation; Destination Kohler: https://www.kohlerwisconsin.com/; Whistling Straits: https://www.kohlerwisconsin.com/golf/whistling-straits; Blackwolf Run: https://www.kohlerwisconsin.com/golf/blackwolf-run; Road America: https://www.roadamerica.com/; Make Your Mark: https://work.sheboygan.org/; Make Your Mark — Sheboygan County: Make Your Mark — Sheboygan County The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/ The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks Sheboygan County: https://www.sheboygancounty.com/ Sheboygan County Chamber: https://sheboygan.org/. Follow on social @sheboygancountychamber
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    11 mins
  • Don’t Wait for Summer! Plan Your WiscoCottages Escape Today

    Don’t Wait for Summer! Plan Your WiscoCottages Escape Today
    Jun 5 2026

    In this episode, Hailey highlights just the place for summer…WiscoCottages! Set along the Menominee River, these tiny boutique cottages are perfect for a summer getaway. And if you’re looking to beat the crowds, early summer is one of the best times to visit! But don’t wait too long to book… These charming cottages fill up fast! Follow along for everything you need to know before you go.

    The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/

    Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/dont-wait-for-summer-plan-your-wiscocottages-escape-today/

    The Cottages: https://www.wiscocottages.com/services-4; Book Your Stay: https://www.wiscocottages.com/book; Marinette: https://www.marinette.wi.us/; Mickey Lu BBQ: https://business.mandmchamber.com/list/member/mickey-lu-bar-b-q-186; The Most Hidden Gems in Wisconsin (with Wonderfully Wisconsin): The Most Hidden Gems in Wisconsin (with Wonderfully Wisconsin); The Brothers Three: https://thebrothersthree.com/; The River’s Edge: https://theriversedgesupperclubwi.com/; Peshtigo: https://ci.peshtigo.wi.gov/; Marinette County: https://www.marinettecountywi.gov/; Waterfalls: https://www.marinettecountywi.gov/departments/parks/outdoor-recreation/waterfalls/; Chasing Waterfalls in Marinette County: Chasing Waterfalls in Marinette County; ATV/UTV Trails: https://www.marinettecountywi.gov/departments/highway/atvutv/forms_and_documents/; Rustic Retreat Deer Park: https://www.rusticretreatdeerpark.com/; DeYoung Family Zoo: https://deyoungfamilyzoo.com/

    The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/

    The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod

    Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin

    Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin

    Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks

    WiscoCottages: https://www.wiscocottages.com/. Follow on social @wiscocottages
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    10 mins
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