Don'ts of Wisconsin - From Cheesehead Lake Lingo to FIBs & More!

From Door County to Milwaukee to the Dells there is so much to see and enjoy in Wisconsin. This video gives you the best advice for the do's and don'ts of visiting Wisconsin, especially if you are a FIB. So from squeeky cheesecurds to local treats and bugs that will eat you alive, here are what not to do in Wisconsin.
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[@MyBAR89]

Lmao "Fellow Illinois Buddies" that is definitely what FIB stands for 😂

[@woltersworld]

DEFINITELY 😉

[@martensjd]

Umm, no. The clean version is "foolish Illinois boy." Foolish is often replaced by something like fornication. Boy is often replaced with a word for a male dog.

[@thelostant]

My favorite is FISH-TAB. Hint TAB equals towing a boat

[@timmmahhhh]

If you didn't understand Mark's description of the B word I'll give you a cultural reference: Oh my God, they killed Kenny! You ........!

[@TheSirjull891]

If you are going to see the fall leaves, go to the apostle islands!!!

[@user-tv7if9qu1l]

Wisconsinite here feeling the need to clarify looking for the cheese curd "squeak" because this refers to freshly made curds that you buy at the creamery or a cheese store that has them delivered fresh that day. The amazing curds you're looking for at bars, restaurants and supper clubs are the deep fried variety. You'll find a huge range of breading methods and dipping sauces to enjoy, but this melty cheese is not intended to squeak.

[@mathewfullerton8577]

Thank you for mentioning this! I was checking to see if someone said it. I am an Iowan but I have been going to Wisconsin my entire life (raised less than 2 hours from Wisconsin) multiple times a year. Also attended UW-Madison for a semester. Weirdly, the only area I have not been to is Milwaukee. And it's not high on my list. But love Port Washington just south of it. Door County in the fall when the leaves are changing is gorgeous. Minocqua and St. Germaine area down to Dodgeville and Governor Dodge State Park, all wonderful. And Gays Mills during apple season ❤.

[@nocursewm2938]

Exactly, I was gonna say that because they showed deep-fried cheese curds when they mentioned squeaky cheese curds.

[@Omegatonboom]

This guy really nailed it all I really appreciate this video

[@robertaw3204]

The best place to buy fresh squeaky cheese curds is the farmers market located in Madison, Green Bay etc. There are many lakes and rivers in Wisconsin other than the Geneva lake, do your research and you’ll be surprised.

[@purplevampireanime]

i came to say the same heheh

[@owdeezstrauz]

Culver's is not only a great fast food restaurant, it's just a fantastic place to eat.

[@ericalarsen7562]

Sundays in the fall in Wisconsin are a great time to go grocery shopping!! If you’re not into football you’ll have the whole store to yourself

[@lindyd8837]

We love our butter! According to state law, real butter must be used by any establishment in Wisconsin serving food. Margarine cannot be used unless specifically requested by a customer.

[@woltersworld]

Now this is a law that should be everywhere 😀

[@patriciateague8677]

I'm originally from Illinois but have lived in Wisconsin since 1985. Your review of Wisconsin is very accurate. It has been a great place to live and raise a family.

[@johnlawfourtyfyve]

Except Madison which is full of Democrats & Communists (Same thing)

[@sharonrossow5423]

I’ve lived in Wisconsin my whole life. 1) I’ve never had a cheese curd in my entire life 2) service at restaurants is actually very good in Wisconsin. 3) yes, you will see a lot of dead deer at the side of the interstate in the fall season 4) yes, absolutely do not miss Door County. It’s good in the summer, and also excellent in the fall when the leaves are in full bloom. 4) the FIB thing is overblown. They may joke to you about the Bears. 5) Packer Sunday is a priority. If you can manage to get to Lambeau Field that’s great. 6) Scandinavian is MN. In Wisconsin it’s German and Polish. 5) Lots of micro breweries 6) Brandy Old Fashion at a supper club, is a yes. 7) Wisconsin is Midwest nice. They’ll talk about their family. You’ll learn the name of their kids.

[@SewHappy061]

100% Wisconsin here. Agree. I come from a Scandinavian-Norwegian background, but my ancestors were more in the Lacrosse area. More of my relatives are from MN. Also agree about the FIB thing. It's not really a thing. We welcome everyone. Cheesecurds? yeah, maybe 5 times in my long lifetime. lol, but I do enjoy a good quality cheese, BOF in supper clubs- the best, although I've had some bad cheap made ones (not muddled) too. haha.

[@Botoburst]

Ironically the northern part of Door County was settled by Scandinavians and Belgians.

[@tomahawk5827]

Bubbler is a term used mostly on the east side of the state, Milwaukee, Racine, and further north along Lake Michigan. Pretty rare to hear bubbler used on the west side of the state

[@yeesh9215]

The original bubbler is a pipe coming up inside a cement bowl with a mouthpiece. The water was always on & would just bubble on top for you to take a drink. Had one at our neighborhood park back in the 50/60's. Racine

[@bekkifromwisconsin]

Agree with you

[@jimfuchs8206]

I grew up i LaCrosse and we all called it a bubbler.

[@pattieodonnell723]

My half-sister, who grew up in Wisconsin, dragged me to a Culver's in Arkansas of all places. Turns out she and the manager were from the same suburban town near Milwaukee. He was ridiculously friendly, and the food was great. I can see why they love Culvers

[@SpotofTeaGirl]

Mark spot on! Also, FIBs generally refer to suburban Chicagoland folks, even if the moniker is referring to all of Illinois. I don’t think when someone says they're from Kankakee or Peoria we Wisconsinites think FIB. It's the snotty Karens and Kyles who come here from a Chicago suburbs, "Something Grove," and either boss people around or condescend to the locals.

[@LillerK]

I’m from Milwaukee born and raised, LOVED watching this! You represented my state well 🩷 my one addition would be if you’re in Milwaukee in the summertime, don’t miss out on all the cool and quirky festivals that are just about every weekend! We have our cultural festivals from June until September! I also waitressed at a supper club, you will have the BEST steak of your life I promise you

[@woltersworld]

I am hoping to get up to milwaukee (this winter) to film so i hope i can make you proud

[@m.w.6526]

@@woltersworld there are plenty of hidden gems in milwaukee. It is best to go during the summer/fall months. Spring and winter in milwaukee is usually very gray and depressing..

[@ae744]

@woltersworld hey there, definitely check out the smaller, local owned restaurants outside of downtown. There are some amazing places for burgers- Rollies, Mazos. You can skip sollys unless you want tonwat a Ton of butter on your burger. Kopps burgers are just ok. Def eat the custard at kopps and Leon's. Check out lakefront brewery and eat the curds. For german food- check out kegel inn. Maders is beautiful, go for lunch. It's very pricey, but atmosphere is cool. Have appetizers and some german beer. Watch out for insane drivers, red light runners especially, and DO NOT DRIVE A HYUNDAI OR KIA. Enjoy!

[@ae744]

Check out skating at red arrow park, and check out Brady Street, local coffee shops are excellent here, Farwell and north are fun and close by to brady. The milwaukee museum, and the art museum are great in winter.

[@thedevilandhertrumpets4268]

This is accurate. I love WI. The driving is so scenic, and it’s just another world.

[@alexmlinar9300]

Native Minneapolitan here, 60 years old. Have had much experience with the western part of WI, the more rural, lake cabin part. Have always felt people from Wisconsin are friendlier than Minnesotans. One of my son-in-laws is from Holcomb, north-central farm country. One of the nicest, friendliest people I’ve ever known. So are his parents and sisters.

[@Omegatonboom]

I don't know why it's cool to meet somebody who's probably within a hundred miles of me on the internet. There is the whole world yet I'm talking to a guy who probably grew up a hundred miles within where I did. I love the internet.

[@mrs6968]

USINGER'S world famous milwaukee sausage since 1880 who else is with me?

[@6O8gamer07]

Amazing Glizzies!! 😂

[@bigreddallas2742]

Born and raised in Illinois, living in Wisconsin for several years now. Lake Geneva is overrun with FIBs. To me it is a tourist trap. Mid and northern Wisconsin are the real deal. Try those areas for wonderful food, lakes and people!!❤ l enjoy your family posts on your travels. I'm returning to Italy and. France for three months next spring and have been rewatching many of your posts. (Your boys are growing so quickly!)! 😊

[@VinKohl]

Shhhh...don't tell them how awesome Northern Wisconsin is, we're trying to keep that a secret!

[@johnlawfourtyfyve]

The current, crooked Illinois governor has a mansion on Lake Geneva.

[@jonathanmosher72]

90% of Northern Wisconsin Lake front has been owned by FIB's for 60 years. You're a FIB and the rest of Wisconsin is inbred with FIB'S 😂😂😂

[@packerbrewerbuck]

As someone who's lived my entire life in the Milwaukee area, I think Wisconsin has the widest selection of different things to do year round. The same lakes you boat, swim and fish on in the summer you can come back 6 months later for ice fishing, hockey and snowmobiling. Almost all of our ski hills in the summer turn into mountain biking trails or even concert venues (Alpine Valley). There's something going on every single week in Milwaukee between all the festivals that take place at the Summerfest grounds and State Fair grounds not to mention all the sporting events statewide, Harley-Davidson events, auto racing at Road America and even Nascar returning now to the Milwaukee Mile. And it's only a 90 minute drive in any direction to Madison, Green Bay or Chicago. Wouldn't want to live anywhere else!

[@hectorsmommy1717]

In 2015 I had the pleasure of going up to the Apostle Islands twice. Within a 5 month period, I was hiking the ice caves along the shore and later kayaking the islands. That was the last year the caves froze over enough to allow people. Who knows if it will happen again.

[@Jegernorsk6315]

As a Wisconsin local i would be more than happy to explain where something is and how long it takes

[@mjfletch5737]

Don't miss out on eating at bars and supper clubs in Wisconsin. My family have always been pizza snobs and we thought we knew pizza growing up in Chicago. My Wisconsin cousins took us to a bar in Boulder Junction that served the best pizza I've ever had. It was just some nondescript bar you would drive past without thinking twice about. Every time I went to northern Wisconsin after that, I insisted we have pizza at that bar. Watch out for the deer when you're driving between dusk and dawn.

[@woltersworld]

Yep. Have that one in the video :) supper clubs for sure.

[@MrDHWong1989]

In Australia we call them Bubblers as well.

[@m.w.6526]

Interesting

[@bethjustmann356]

Blame the Kohler Company!

[@flyjarrett]

Good to know!

[@qadgopthemercotan]

As a native Wisconsonian, thanks for inventing vegemite! It's delicious with aged cheddar on a hard roll!!

[@mattreynebeau770]

This is so accurate. Greetings from Wisconsin! I've been binge-watching all of your "don'ts" for Europe from the last 10 years as I'm getting ready to leave next week!! Crazy that you came out with a wisco travel video literally days before I leave here, love it!

[@woltersworld]

Have a great trip! Hope the europe videos can help a bit! Travel hugs!

[@joanngheorghe3399]

Thanks Mark for your lovely review of my home state. So accurate in your descriptions of the dairy land. One tip I’d like to share about cheese curds is that if they do not squeak when you bite into them, just pop them in the microwave for literally a few seconds and you will have them squeaking once again. 😁

[@ashley198424]

Fall is honestly so beautiful here, thank you for mentioning that!

[@ragnajonsdotter8333]

It's so odd. I lived in Minnesota for years and people were polite and, at best, distantly friendly. I moved to Wisconsin and people are FRIENDLY. I love it because I grew up in Washington State and people there are very friendly as well. It's so nice here, truly. Also you forgot to mention the TRUE Northern Wisconsin: Those small towns nestled along Lake Superior. Kind of part Wisconsin and part Upper Peninsula of Michigan, neighbors with two Native American Reservations, lots of wildlife and quirkiness up here.

[@chantzsch3916]

Don't miss an opportunity to drive a "Rustic Road". The most scenic routes in WI. Worth the extra time. Scenic, quiet and usually containing a suprise sight or shop.

[@johnley8168]

Nice to see at 4:30 on US151 near Beaver Dam a Culver's barn. But what's with Jocelyn wearing a Washington jersey at a Packer game?!?! There is a strong Scandinavian influence in Door County, but much of Wisconsin has a German heritage (think beer). And Milwaukee celebrates our variety of cultures with Irish Fest, Polish Fest, Dragon Boat Festival, Nineteenth Celebration, etc. Well done video.

[@oaodoroioco]

Great video, I think you would love the driftless area along the Mississippi. Very pretty drive going from Prairie Du Chien up to Pepin. Lots of organic farms and food near Viroqua.

[@terriz7791]

Go through La Crosse. It’s gorgeous here

[@TheRagratus]

Coon Valley here.

[@kbittorf335]

Great video! The definition of a Wisconsin town is a bar, church, and possibly a small grocery store. The German influence here typically finds a tavern on every street corner! I never realized this until visiting Florida for the first time and discovered that taverns/bars were few and far between. It’s simply second nature here to go to a tavern.

[@WolfandCatUnite]

yes

[@forgetnumberone3335]

As a Wisconsinite I’m always surprised by the lack of bars and beer options when I visit other states. Then i remember we’re kind of the outlier lol.

[@seththomas9105]

About the same in Iowa.

[@alexlindquist2986]

Yes to everything! As a FIB who goes to Wisconsin all the time, my favorite supper club is Toby's in Madison, it's been around for 100 years and they do a bluegill fish fry! The Northwoods is a cool area because it's almost like a time capsule stuck in the 1950s. The New Glarus brewery is awesome to check out because you can take a free tour and it is built like a Swiss village on top of a hill, and the town itself is full of Swiss architecture. The House on the Rock is also absolutely bonkers and probably the strangest place I've ever visited. Anyhoo, I'm just gushing about Wisconsin, great video as always sir!

[@jayb33]

I live in Madison just a mile or so south of Toby's Supper Club but have never actually eaten there. Every time we drive by, there is a humongous line of cars and people out front. It must be all you FIB's 😉 Maybe someday we'll have the place to ourselves. 😀

[@alexlindquist2986]

@@jayb33 Hahahaha! If you get there right as they open up, then you'll be able to find a spot. Honestly that's the only way I've ever been able to get a spot, unless you go by yourself and sit at the bar later when the crowd dies down. A heads up if you get there right away, you can't order food for an hour or two. It's a good time to have a few old fashioneds and just relax. Hopefully you can make it there, I promise I do everything not to act like a FIB when I visit 😉

[@erics607]

House on the Rock is definitely a must see IMO. For me I find it difficult to explain it to someone that has never been there before. It's one of the coolest things I've ever seen, but also one of the weirdest places I've ever seen, and there's so much stuff there that it's kind of sensory overload.

[@alexlindquist2986]

Oh yeah, you definitely feel drained afterwards. Totally hit it on the head that it's just something to experience that can't be explained! @@erics607

[@lizzroth8134]

Toby's is an EXPERIENCE! Even if it's busy, you end up being completely entertained chatting and laughing with the many other people who are there waiting. And somehow, the staff are able to keep the drinks flowing. If one is not in the mood to stand and/or sit with chatty strangers for an hour or so while waiting for a table, I wouldn't recommend going when it's busy. Definitely, get there 10-15 minutes before they open. 😊 It is a great time, though!

[@HieronymousLex]

This is so accurate and well-done that it’s making me feel bad for not knowing more about Illinois as a Wisconsinite. You’re definitely an honorary wisconsinite and I can tell you understand and appreciate us and our state. So I’m going to make an effort to learn some of the history and culture of Illinois

[@jenniferburns2530]

I am from Kenosha, and since we are right on the border we not only have FIBs visiting all the time, but quite a few have moved here. A tip for great food in the summer: check out church festivals! There is one almost every weekend and the majority of them feature ethnic foods, including Italian, Polish, German, and Lithuanian. Neighboring communities have Serbian, Greek, and more.

[@gregpierquet5818]

Don't forget the FIBWAB's. "With A Boat"

[@glenncurry3041]

After moving back to Milwaukee, my in-laws from Atlanta's first visit. They said to take them to a restaurant to show them Milwaukee. I took them to Serb Hall for a Friday Fish Fry! The old school one where we walked through the bowling ally to get to the banquet hall. Not at all what they expected. My M-inlaw contacted me shortly after getting back to work at the hospital she worked at in Atlanta. A fellow nurse said she was from Milwaukee and that next time my M-inlw went I needed to take her to Serb Hall! Blew her mind!

[@rachelg.3486]

Born and raised in southwest WI. Best cold squeaky cheese curds are Westby Cooperative and don’t forget to hit a bar and grill for fried cheese curds with ranch for dipping, of course! Thanks for the great video!

[@chuckgoodman3828]

Cold cheese curds don’t squeak, they must be room temperature to squeak!

[@Christineovison]

I've been here a little over a year and the driving distances are so true. I'm from NY and close is like a 5 minute drive. Here it can be 1/2 hour to 3 hours and it's considered nothing. And WI drivers ARE the most courteous I've ever seen. Also, Kwik Trip is wonderful! Their fried chicken is to die for and are par with KFC and Popeyes! So far, I'm very happy with my move.

[@ahhitskatie9094]

Honored to have you here!!

[@TMD3453]

Bubblers all the way! And, yes, be nice. It really helps ya out. -from a native. Thanks, Mark, enjoyed it! 🧀❤😎☀️

[@kathyfuesting1165]

Love Door County. Loved being a FIB. Now we are living in Tennessee but it is worth the drive. Love DC weather.

[@johne1460]

As a local, the lake in lake Geneva is lake Geneva. The cork sniffing FIBs from Illinois that live there call it Geneva lake

[@SIGINT007]

Hear, hear

[@Lonewlf7676]

While people of Scandanavian ancestry DO make up a significant part of Wisconsin heritage, I think that the majority of what you will find and not understand is going to be of the huge German population. Plus, then there is all the French stuff, but we don't understand that either so don't feel bad. As a Wisconsin native I usually have better luck pronouncing the towns named with a derivative of the local Indian words than the French ones myself.

[@angiegaffke4451]

@lonewlf7676 Agreed. Northern Wisconsin definitely has a more Scandanavian influence whereas Southern WI is much more German.

[@forgetnumberone3335]

The French were the first Europeans to settle Wi, hence cities like Fon du Lac, La Crosse, Prairie de Chein, Eau Claire, and even Racine is French. However for whatever reason the French culture and ancestry here is very minimal. From my understanding the French set up fur trade towns but never stuck around enough to truly settle down.

[@louiscapriotti9697]

Good morning from Kenosha, Wisconsin. Your video was a great video for non Wisconsin tourist's. The video was right on the money. Two common Wisconsin talk is..."Come here once." One of the best is...ask someone if they ever drank Spotted Cow beer or food or whatever and they may say. yes, I've had a "couple two three beers." Great video.

[@woltersworld]

I tried to get that couple two three beers t shirt but they didnt have my size which was quite disappointing 😞

[@stevenmiller7747]

As a lifelong Wisconsinite I must say this was spot on! Great job although as someone who travels between Milwaukee and Chicago a lot I find it funny that you talk about road construction here. We are rookies compared to Illinois.

[@jennyoshea1958]

Looks like a fun place to visit Lovely architecture and scenery. Food looks divine, too. Great to see Jocelyn and look forward to seeing more of your videos, now we are on the cusp of Autumn 🍁🍂✨

[@erics607]

Different areas of the state have their own uniqueness. A city like Madison prides itself on really high end education and being progressive towards the future, as well as being very outdoorsy. Other areas of the state place a big focus on being outdoors, being very artistic, or preserving the historic significance of the area. Some areas have a very high German cultural aspect while other areas have a high Norwegian cultural aspect. Then you go to other areas and it might feel more like a typical American cultural aspect.

[@barbarawissinger]

We went to the Dells in May. The area is kitschy and fun. The accent was a bit unusual.

[@spades5892]

Really great video! One other thing to keep in mind it that depending on what part of Wisconsin you’re in the environment is really different, southern Wisconsin has a lot of farmlands, south west is the driftless region and has absolutely the most beautiful bluffs and Northern Wisconsin is truly the north woods, it’s also where you’re going to find most of your lakes. I’d say you’re not truly in the north until you pass Wausau at least maybe even Merrill

[@randallbrown2263]

Overall you did an OK job reviewing my state. You mentioned the areas you FIBs would know. Lake Geneva and Door County. Both fantastically beautiful places. But of course you missed the northern areas like Hayward, Superior and Bayfield. Typical for someone not really familiar with the whole state. The Driftless area of Western Wisconsin along the Mississippi river is truly the most beautiful and overlooked part of the state. If you ever come back you should look into those areas. I do think you deserve gratitude for mentioning that we Wisconsonites will go out of our way to be friendly to you as long as you are also being friendly.

[@TheSirjull891]

It’s common a common goodbye saying in Wisco to “watch for deer”. Especially in the fall. 😊

[@Sarah_Eva]

I forgot that we say this, having been out of the state for over 10 years. 🧀 Cheese head forever!

[@kman5475]

Yes! It's like "drive safe!", but darker, and slightly less condescending.

[@tamedshrew235]

I think this is your most enthusiastic "dont" video. Your love for Wisconsin, its people and all things Wisconsin really shines through. Im sold. Would love to visit. That hot dog looked awesome!

[@AJR99]

You weren't kidding about the deer. I've only lived in Wisconsin for 5 months, tend to be a homebody as a single, remote worker, and even only running to the grocery store once a week or so, I've *still* had like 4 instances of nearly hitting a deer that ran out of the underbrush and leaped in front of my car!

[@kman5475]

Fun fact, if you hit a deer, you are legally entitled to keep it. Venison all year long? Yes please!

[@larryyeadeke2953]

@@kman5475 Might as well keep it, good stuff.

[@debbielindroth6157]

Mostly F.I.B.S applies to rude people from Chicago or the Burbs. Wisconsin is my home state and I live right on the Illinois/Wisconsin stateline…straight south of Madison. It’s a wonderful , beautiful state, especially the Driftless region. Don’t forget our wonderful Amish communities….bakeries, bulk food stores, markets, quilt auctions..all Amish . Good review.

[@mh0862]

Many great memories of Wisconsin, some of them kinda fuzzy. Go to Wisconsin and let life happen. It's a fun state.

[@erics607]

Opening the video with an "OPE", I love it haha. OMG, you were literally 20 minutes away from my house when showing the exit signs for Janesville and Milton. I live in Fort Atkinson which is a really cool city to visit if you're up here again. It's a very outdoorsy city that is also really big on preserving the history of the area as well as making everything look quite artistic.

[@stuartgraham9357]

The best cheese curds will be found at the farmers markets, they will be the freshest. Supper Clubs are a Wisconsin thing, be sure to visit one. They will have fish fry and seafood specials on Fridays (everyone here eats fish on Friday, it’s cultural not religious), and prime rib and steak specials on Thursdays and Saturdays. There are 3 types of old fashions, Sweet, Sour and Press. Me, I like Sweet with Jameson, but try them out and see which you like, either brandy or whisky. Research is hard, but suck it up and buckle down. Ope, almost forgot to mention the culture of alcohol here, 41 of the 50 drunkest counties in America are in Wisconsin. Some would say we need to step up more.

[@woltersworld]

Awesome comments and helpful tips! You rock!

[@chucksuxone]

Also in Wisconsin the locals are friendly. So as your going through small towns and see dive bars or bar and grills don't be afraid to stop. Lot of the places are not classy but have great food and friendly crowds. Great way when your exploring to find out great places to see or things to do.

[@patford9943]

Thanks Mark! Fresh cheese curds are squeaky. Once they’ve been refrigerated the really good squeak goes away.

[@mashtatoueful]

Nah, cold fresh curds have the same squeak, and they're better. ;)

[@chuckgoodman3828]

@@mashtatoueful😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Tell me that you have never eaten cheese curds without telling me!

[@mashtatoueful]

@@chuckgoodman3828 ok boomer

[@randyjohnson2794]

From the Waukesha/New Berlin area - Bubblers, Stop and go lights and FIB's were all part of growing up. 20 years ago moved to the western part of the state and you don't hear them very often. People also love to give directions like - turn left where Mike's Smokehouse used to be, then hang a right where the Seahorse was. No North/South directions and no current landmarks! FISHTAB is a new one for me - perfectly understand that one between the border and Oshkosh area.

[@timmmahhhh]

3:52 oh wow there's a stave church in Door County??? I'll have to look that one up! Also if you are in architecture like Jocelyn and me Don't pass up the chance to see the Frank Lloyd Wright architecture. Wisconsin is his home state and there are fantastic works such as the Johnson Wax building, and his architecture school and home Taliesin in Spring Green. If you are Francophile Taliesin should be on your bucket list. It's not a cheap tour at $95 but it's worth it and the funds go to preserve the facilities. Our tour guide was a local and she gave a lot of insights about Wright that a student wouldn't have.

[@SarahRenz59]

That's the Stavkirke on Washington Island, off the tip of Door County.

[@timmmahhhh]

@@SarahRenz59 thanks!

[@6O8gamer07]

I would also say don’t miss out on the brats! Big German influences here in Wisconsin and we make some of the best brats you’ll ever have. Throw some Kraut on it and MMMM delicious! Also if you order a Bloody Mary don’t be surprised if you get a small glass of beer to go with it. We call it a chaser. Very routine here in Wisconsin. And if you can, hit up a county fair. Nothing better than a Wisconsin county fair imo. But I want to emphasize what was said in the video and ALWAYS ask locals the best places to eat! If you asked me about a great place to get wings I’d tell you about a bar on Main Street in Stoughton lol. It’s almost never the places you hear most about so definitely ask! We love our state and love telling people the best places to enjoy our state!

[@woltersworld]

I got the brats in our eats of wisconsin video on our wolters world eats channel. So glad i didnt muss that one

[@CrankyBubushka]

Do you mean the Viking Brew Haus in Stoughton? The one with the Dragon? Than is awesome.

[@6O8gamer07]

@@CrankyBubushka That place is also awesome! But the joint a block down called Tailgaters of Stoughton is a hidden gem wing place.

[@kellywaller8829]

Thank you for highlighting my hometown so beautifully this entire video.

[@curmudgeon66]

At 9:21 in vid is the fur trade cabin at Heritage Hill State Park in Allouez (Green Bay). This park is a wonderful collection of historical buildings from around north east Wisconsin.

[@jnbond]

As someone who grew up and continues to live on "Geneva Lake" (in Williams Bay), you did a great job getting footage from all around! I recognized most all of the places you chose to film! I kept scanning looking to see if I saw someone I knew or even if I myself could have been in the background! LOL Hope you had a great visit and I'm sure you'll be back since you're right over the boarder!! God Bless! Ope, and tell your folks we said "Hi!"

[@whitewalls4409]

Along with FIB is FISHTAB, which stands for...towing a boat. Bubbler is more of a Milwaukee area term. Great video!

[@sheffdog9376]

This is what living in Wi everyday look for my family and I here in La Crosse Wi. Thank you.

[@CA5H3W]

Wisconsin has odd names in general... Milwaukee, Pewaukee, Waukesha, Mukwonago, Oconomowoc, Wauwatosa, Sheboygan, Kenosha, Oshkosh, Winneconne... listening to tourists try to pronounce them is always fun

[@humanchildofgod3126]

I live in Great Lakes, IL. Retired Army. Love Love Wisconsin!

[@alexandriafern253]

I live just east of Minneapolis in Wisconsin and this is like a whole other world 🤣 apparently I don’t actually live in Wisconsin

[@woltersworld]

I will get up your way too. :) being a FIB i am only allowed in Lake Geneva and Door County 😀

[@angiegaffke4451]

@alexandreafern253 Agreed! I only knew about FIBs and bubblers because I have several friends in Southern WI. Pretty different than NW.

[@RVarrun]

Great information. Appreciate it

[@woltersworld]

Thanks

[@Lacaras21]

I see you stopped in Janesville! It's my hometown, hope you got a chance to check out some things around here. The Rotary Botanical Gardens, Lincoln-Tallman House, and the Rock Aqua Jays are all must sees.

[@FahlstromJohn]

the Union Hotel in DePere don't miss it...great supper club

[@thelostant]

I have also found that a “steakhouse” in Wisconsin have a way more deserved menu than steakhouse in other places. It is almost used as a synonym for restaurant

[@ellaryburnett3317]

One of my Favorite States to visit... Madison is amazing

[@user-is6de8pp7k]

Love your video. 🤗

[@Lollypop1226]

As a Wisconsinite, I approve of this video! Ironically, I've been an ethical vegan for a few years, but I do remember Culver's having the best cheese curds. Mark forgot to mention that in smaller towns and sometimes in cities that people acknowledge each other in the streets either by quickly smiling/nodding or saying "hello" , or giving a quick wave to someone driving down the streets. We're super friendly here, haha!

[@ronweasley1354]

Lol, as a fellow Wisconsinite I can easily tell you that culvers has the worst curds I’ve ever had. The rest of the food there is good but the curds are awful

[@redgirlsrain]

@@ronweasley1354 This! Culver's cheese curds taste like something you'd have at school lunch, they're awful.

[@persephone213]

Are there any cool vegan cheeses there?

[@Lollypop1226]

@@persephone213 I get the common brands at Woodman's such as Daiya, Violife, Follow Your Heart, etc. Unfortunately, Wisconsin isn't super vegan friendly outside of Madison and Milwaukee.

[@Justinjale]

As a current Wisconsin resident and former student of yours, I found this highly entertaining. Everything you said was spot on too.

[@SS-bp8yq]

I just came back from Door County. Love it!

[@georgiancrossroads]

My two favorite places in Wisconsin getting real Swiss fondue in New Glarus and especially the huge Barnum and Bailey circus museum in Baraboo.

[@mr.stacks9393]

My Wisconsinite wife was so excited when we finally got a Culver's in TN

[@beanniederjohn1867]

So true about the Packers. Wisconsin becomes a ghost town on Sundays during the NFL season.

[@lonmorgan5260]

Your a good salesman! Makes me want to move to Wisconsin. Ope, I already live here. 👍

[@klissattack]

Born and raised just north of Rhinelander. Never once used "bubbler," lol. Also, just called those lights "red light" or "stop light."

[@robertevans3025]

We use OPE all the time in Michigan as well. I look forward to taking the SS Badger across to Wisconsin some time.

[@ingodwetrust3283]

This FIB is heading to Door County in a couple weeks! So beautiful up there 😊

[@michelecaron]

The Holst family is coming with me on my tour! Best Wisconsin family on earth 🌏. Wisconsin people are THE best I ever met. Any Buckeys out there? I’ll be in heaven

[@joaniet8778]

And definitely Don’t pass up a bowl of Booyah!! (or so I hear) My hubby and his gang of friends got to partake at the ‘Booyah Shed’ whilst in Green Bay last year for an epic Packers game! 🏈 🍂🍁

[@tsisson]

Very enjoyable video. Best curds are fresh and have not been refrigerated. In the southwest corner of the state you could get fresh Carr Valley curds at most gas stations. Never heard "Ope". Maybe I need to get away from Milwaukee more There are way better beers from WI than Spotted Cow. That's a "gateway beer" Supper clubs are great and the good ones outside of the big cities are very affordable Orange barrels should be our state mascot

[@JohnCBurzynski]

I noticed that you seemed to do a lot of your video in the Lake Geneva area, or what I call the FIB playground. LOL. Nice video, very true.

[@Beck248]

We stayed at that hotel in Lake Geneva when it was our Anniversary a few years ago ❤

[@georgedunlap6043]

I just moved here from Illinois, thanks for the tips and yes they do drive nuts down there.

[@lisamiller1804]

We unfortunately live in TX now, and used to live within an hour of Lake Geneva... we used to take our son all the time. We miss the midwest so much. My husband and I spent a weekend at the Blacksmith Inn in Door County and it's where he proposed. Wisconsin is amazing... The Brat Stop Pieces of Eight (but it's gone now) Villa d Carlo Summerfest (not me crying over here lol)

[@woltersworld]

Be strong!!! At least culvers is expanding more and more around the US

[@lisagrace6504]

I live in Door County and it''s amazing.

[@Quatrerwin]

Wisconsinite here. Lived here all my life in Green Bay, Madison. 'Stallis, Manitowoc, and Two Rivers. Never heard any other local call it a stop and go light. I hear rumors about it being known as a stop and go light but I always hear either light or stop light

[@nolang4495]

Cool 😊

[@TheIbwahooka]

As someone that grew up in Wisconsin and particularly in the Lake Geneva area, you just made me homesick.

[@tobiojo6469]

Hey Mark, awesome video

[@woltersworld]

Thanks Tobi

[@grnpeepers2683]

I live in Northern Illinois, around the "Chain" or Chain-O-Lakes. We used to have our boat on Lake Geneva so it was our home away from home for many summers of my life & some of the best times of it as well. I still go on occasion. We now ride up there & around Wisconsin on our motorcycles. Best way to see the beauty of Wisconsin actually. Especially the further north you go. "Ope" is also an Illinois thing as well. I grew up in the city of Chicago & then the northwest suburbs before moving up north & we've said "Ope" everywhere I've lived. We use it especially in stores when your cart is in someone's way or you almost bump into someone.... Or actually DO bump into them! Lol! "OPE!"😳😣😆 I enjoyed this video & thank you!😘❤️ 🤩🌎🗺️Safe travels & Much Peace🕊️

[@Jeffrey.Seelman]

Being from Wisconsin, this video is a pretty fair assessment of our beautiful state. Wisconsinites tend to be friendly and outgoing. When people call us Cheeseheads, we think it is a complement. So come on up and visit our state and bring your friendliness and expect our friendliness in return. Milwaukee also has the largest music festival in the world. Summerfest. Oh yeah, don't forget about the cheese, excellent food and the beer. And the cheese.

[@ahhitskatie9094]

My favorite Wolters World video! You made me fall back in love with this quirky state I've called home for 27 years. Funny you mention the weather. My in-laws from MD and NYC came to visit in July a few years back. We had rain and 50 degree weather in JULY! And of course, it was only when my in-laws were in town, haha. Quick plug - Mark's East Side is the best WI supper club. This is not a negotiable opinion. :)

[@skimusic3773]

When we were touring, the "stop and go light" was a blinker at which you stopped and went on.

[@AngryOlive_]

I’m really impressed if you got all that broll footage on your own. You really made it to a bunch of places.

[@CrankyBubushka]

Hey yyyy that's my turf! I hope you explore more areas than you covered. There are a lot of pretty little towns here and dont forget our State Parks, which are awesome.

[@aliceb4070]

Love Door County!

[@joshbutler8614]

Yup… you pretty much nailed it. You betcha

[@michaeldew7904]

I'm from Wisconsin. I've never called it a stop and go light or said ope (I do say something similar though). Oh, and we know you can't pronounce the city names. This was a fun video to watch as it's the first video of yours that I know anything about the place it's about.