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A pilgrimage to connect with your ancestors May 10, 2022 - By Charlene Corson Selbee Traditionally, pilgrimages are thought of as a journey to a sacred place in a foreign county searching for a higher good that leads to a life-altering experience. Family genealogists go on pilgrimages to learn or expand their knowledge about their roots which leads to personal transformations. Visitors come to the Bluff… Read More
The year to hike Scenic Bluff Country May 10, 2022 - By Charlene Corson Selbee It is not difficult to find a hiking trail in picturesque Bluff Country, as many communities proudly claim at least one hiking trail. Bluff Country terrain offers trails for all ages and skill levels. The landscape includes miles of rolling hills, scenic overlooks, woods, rivers, rocky bluffs, farms, charming towns, wildlife,… Read More
Caves, underground streams, waterfalls, and sinkholes May 10, 2022 - By Charlene Corson Selbee This is the year to explore the karst topography both above and below ground in the driftless region. Years 2021 and 2022 are celebrated as the International Year of Caves and Karst. “The 24,000 square miles of the driftless area is almost the size of Iowa and Wisconsin and encompasses four… Read More
View Bluff Country from the back of a horse May 10, 2022 - By Charlene Corson Selbee The bluff country of NE Iowa, SE Minnesota, and SW Wisconsin offers miles of unspoiled scenic beauty to make your horseback riding trip memorable, fun, and challenging. Riders will find trails that offer water obstacles, woods, flatlands, hills, bluffs, rocks/gravel, scenic overlooks, challenges, and unknowns. Some trails are suitable for beginners… Read More
Real Bites December 13, 2021 - Stellar 181 Taphouse There’s something pretty special happening in downtown Spring Valley, Minn. Stellar 181 Taphouse.  But that’s not all. This has been years in the making.  It started with a hair salon and spa, then a clothing boutique, then a dessert and cake specialty store… and then a restaurant. Chateau de Chic Salon & Spa, Chic… Read More
Green Mountain Grill winner in September November 4, 2021 - Nikki Augedahl, of Caledonia, Minn., stood with her Green Mountain Grill she won in a recent contest sponsored by Visit Bluff Country Magazine. On September 30, 2021, Visit Bluff Country Magazine conducted the fifth prize giveaway drawing of the summer, which was a brand new Green Mountain Grill. As the magazine celebrates 36 years as… Read More

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Green Mountain Grill winner in September

November 4, 2021

Grizzly Cooler winner in August

September 16, 2021

Real Bites – Four Daughters Vineyard & Winery

August 30, 2021

Third kayak winner of the summer

August 11, 2021

Second kayak winner of the summer

July 15, 2021

First kayak winner of the summer

June 21, 2021

Noticing More

May 20, 2021

Cruisin’ through Bluff Country in a classic

May 20, 2021

When staycations became the most popular vacations

May 20, 2021

Three days and 40 miles on the Root River

March 26, 2021

KSMQ Public Television series to air nationwide

February 25, 2021

Last winner of the summer

October 29, 2020

Fourth winner of the summer

September 24, 2020

Third winner of the summer

August 31, 2020

Second winner of the summer

July 9, 2020

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  • Wabasha
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  • Winona
  • Wykoff

Iowa Towns

  • Bluffton
  • Burr Oak
  • Calmar
  • Charles City
  • Clermont
  • Cresco
  • Decorah
  • Dyersville
  • Elkader
  • Fort Atkinson
  • Hawkeye
  • Highlandville
  • Kendallville
  • Lansing
  • Lime Springs
  • New Hampton
  • Marquette-McGregor
  • Protivin
  • Riceville
  • Waukon

Wisconsin Towns

  • Alma
  • Galesville
  • La Crosse
  • Onalaska
  • Prairie du Chien
  • Warrens

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