Hill & Valley Exploration Tour

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Lisa M. Buttonow

The scene framed at a past Hill and Valley Exploration Tour.

The fifth annual Hill and Valley Exploration Tour provides a DIY but curated tour to introduce folks to the hilly, pastoral area of northwestern Sauk and far eastern Richland counties. It could be a bike tour (if you're in good shape — the hills are massive) or a weekend drive. Follow the event map to check out farms selling produce, and locations such as Ernest Hupeden's Painted Forest in Valton or Branding Iron Roadhouse tavern in Lime Ridge. There's also a kickoff event from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 17, at Reedsburg City Park, with music by the Byrd Brothers and wood-fired oven pizzas by Branding Iron Roadhouse. See the map and full event schedule at explorehillandvalley.com. Although most events are outside, don't forget to keep a mask handy.

press release: Come Explore the Rolling Hills of northern Sauk and Richland Counties! Rural business, art studios, historic folk art sites and farms are holding open-door events to celebrate rural living. Rain or shine country fun! Buy art, fresh produce, cheese and meat directly from producers. Lots to do for kids of all ages! Bring your boots, coolers and dress for the weather. From our farm to YOUR table! Enjoy the best of Wisconsin rural living - the food, the people, the community! The 5th Annual Hill and Valley Exploration Tour on the last two full weekends in September. September 18-19 & 25-26, 2021!

Sat and Sun, Sept 18-19, 2021, 10 am to 5pm; Sat and Sun, Sept 25-26, 2021 10 am to 5pm, Northern Sauk and Richland Counties