Maybe you made it outside for a First Day Hike (now a national effort to get people out hiking on New Year's Day), but if you didn't, there are lots of winter options around our area. This article by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel covers 8 of Wisconsin's best state parks to visit in winter and includes links to many other fun recreation ideas. So don't let the cold weather keep you inside! Dress warmly with a good pair of boots or shoes and bring along a thermos of hot tea or cocoa. Your parks are beautiful in the winter. Enjoy!