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NEWS BRIEFS

Statewide board elects officers.

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DRONES

Unmanned aircraft enhance safety, efficiency.

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

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HEART OF THE HOME

Efficiently remodel your kitchen.

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Lake Pepin charms in winter. Photo courtesy of Pepin County Tourism.

RECIPES

Cozy up to comfort foods.

Young MEMBERS

Cute co-op kids get cozy with their critters.

TAX CREDIT EXPIRING

Geothermal offers extreme energy efficiency.

MY CO-OP

Find out whatâ€™s happening at your local electric cooperative.

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Buy, sell, and trade with readers from across Wisconsin.

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Beat the January chill with these events.

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Last month, we launched our new website at www.wecnmagazine.com. This month, we are inviting readers to also join us on Facebook. Our Facebook page was launched to coincide with our new website, and further promotes reader engagement. Readers might enjoy posts relating to stories found in the magazine, stories from our co-ops, or fun Wisconsinspeciﬁc tidbits. My favorite posts are the #TBT, or “throw-back Thursday” posts. On Thursdays, we dig through the archives and post photos from days gone by at our electric cooperatives. Pictured below is a photo from Buffalo Electric Cooperative (now Riverland Energy Cooperative) from 1962. While our focus will remain on our print publication (a recent reader survey indicated that 73 percent of readers prefer print over digital), we are excited to dip our toes in the digital world. It allows us to share even more content and engage more with you, our readers. Join us online, and happy 2017! Dana Kelroy, Editor

January 2017 Vol. 77 No. 7 The Wisconsin Energy Cooperative News (Formerly Wisconsin R.E.C. News) has been published monthly and distributed since July 1940 to members of Wisconsin’s non-profit, consumer-owned rural electric cooperatives. It is available to non-members for $10 per year or $28 for three years. Published by the Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association, 222 W. Washington Ave., Ste. 680, Madison, WI 53703. Steve Freese, president & CEO. USPS number: 688-480. Postmaster: please send address changes to Wisconsin Energy Cooperative News, 222 W. Washington Ave., Ste. 680, Madison, WI 53703. Periodicals postage paid at Baraboo, Wis. Send correspondence to Wisconsin Energy Cooperative News, 222 W. Washington Ave., Ste. 680, Madison, WI 53703. Phone (608) 467-4650. Web site: www.wecnmagazine.com. Co-op Members: Please send address changes to your local electric co-op. Contact information can be found on page 18. Steve Freese Dana Kelroy Mary Erickson David Hoopman Ann Bailey Tina Walden Geri Miller

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STATEWIDE CO-OP OFFICERS ELECTED Officers who will lead the Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association through 2016–17 were re-elected by their fellow statewide directors during the organization’s mid-November annual meeting at Stevens Point. Seen here (seated, L–R) are Vice Chairman Larry Dokkestul (Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services) and Chairman David Paudler (Riverland Energy), and (standing, L–R), William Fischer (Rock Energy), Elaine Eckendorf (Central Wisconsin Electric), and Diane Zimmerman (East Central Energy). Eckendorf was re-elected secretary-treasurer; Fischer and Zimmerman were re-elected to the executive committee.

ESSAY WINNERS CHOSEN Three Wisconsin co-op essayists have qualified for scholarships to continue their educations. The winners of the Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association’s 2016 essay competition—held in conjunction with the annual Youth Leadership Congress at UW-River Falls—are Dalton Staller of New Lisbon, sponsored by Oakdale Electric; Jessica Patton of Lyndon Station, also sponsored by Oakdale Electric; and Aaron Schmidt of River Falls, sponsored by Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services. Staller, a senior at Necedah High School, won top honors exploring the cooperative principle of voluntary and open membership. He told of a cooperative where membership gives Alaskans the opportunity to produce high-quality garments from musk ox underfur, and “the benefits of being members are readily apparent” to remote

village residents who might otherwise need to relocate in order to find gainful employment. Jessica Patton’s second-place entry analyzed the effects—accountability and involvement in decision-making—of democratic member control. This cooperative principle, she concluded, “appears to work for the betterment of the group.” Patton is a senior at Mauston High School. Aaron Schmidt captured third place by interviewing people involved in co-op management and governance and pondering ways co-ops can better serve their communities by overcoming the reluctance of many members to engage in cooperative policy choices. Schmidt is a senior at River Falls High School. The scholarships are valued at $1,000, $500, and $250, respectively, and the winning students can redeem them by showing proof of registration at any accredited university, college, or technical school.

Commonwealth Edison ratepayers will subsidize the money-losing Clinton and Quad Cities nuclear plants, under legislation enacted in early December. The two downstate Illinois plants were facing early retirement June 1 this year and on the same date in 2018, respectively. Now, June 1 will mark the beginning of a ratepayer subsidy Commonwealth Edison says will cost its average residential customer a maximum of 25 cents per month. Opponents argued that the ratepayer cost will be more than 18 times that amount. The subsidies—which Com Ed says are needed to preserve the plants’ carbon dioxide-free generation capacity of nearly 3,000 megawatts—attracted support from the Sierra Club, Natural Resources Defense Council, and Environmental Defense Fund. Over the past seven years, Com Ed has said, the Clinton and Quad Cities plants have lost a combined $800 million, much of that due to competition from inexpensive natural gas.

NEW YORK RETAIL COMPETITION SCRUTINIZED Dissatisfied with the results of retail electric competition established in 1999, New York’s Public Service Commission (PSC) said last month it will hold hearings to determine whether changes are necessary to secure benefit for consumers. Platts S&P Global quoted a commission spokesman saying the state “has seen substantial overcharges and deceptive practices by the [energy services companies or ESCOs] industry harming New York customers.” The report cited a PSC estimate that since 2014, New York consumers have paid energy marketers well over $800 million more than they would have paid for services from their incumbent utilities. Under New York’s retail choice program, ESCOs serve as alternative power suppliers and provide services such as energy efficiency consulting.

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GEOTHERMAL

As we look ahead to what 2017 may bring, electric cooperatives in Wisconsin and nationwide have some unfinished business on a number of issues with our policymakers in Washington D.C. In one, high-profile instance, we had hoped that before its final adjournment last year, the 114th Congress would have taken the opportunity to extend the federal tax credit for installing energyefficient geothermal heat pumps. Regrettably, this didn’t happen. Steve Freese Most of you unPresident and CEO doubtedly know a geothermal heat pump is the heart of a central system that transfers heat to or from the ground, taking advantage of steady underground temperatures. This shrinks the adjustment of ambient air temperatures necessary to meet indoor heating or cooling needs. These devices offer an extremely efficient and basically very straightforward technology for rural energy users. The downside is that the initial capital cost is high, creating a significant economic barrier to rural household use. The tax credits that just expired at the end of last year were a significant help in offsetting the high initial costs of these systems for electric co-op members. Late in 2015, Congress extended and established a gradual phase-out of the wind energy production tax credit and the solar investment tax credit. Unfortunately no such treatment was provided for the geothermal heat pump tax credit. Electric cooperatives had been working with members of Congress to extend—and now to revive—the recently expired credits for both residential and commercial geothermal heat pumps. We believe those systems deserve tax parity with other renewable energy sources like solar and wind. Without the credit, we will most likely find fewer co-op members interested in installing geothermal systems because of the cost. Having been unable to spur congressional action during the brief, post-election lame-duck session we will be redoubling our efforts as the new, 115th Congress gets underway this month. It wasn’t a great surprise that not much of anything got done in the lame-duck session, given the shake-up in Washington resulting from the No-

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vember elections. Fortunately, electric co-ops have allies among home builders, farmers, and people interested in promoting energy efficiency all across the United States. Each of these groups shares with us a common interest in the expired tax credits. The geothermal tax credit had been in place since October of 2008. With a few exceptions, it was equal to 30 percent of the total system cost. Approximately 45 percent of electric cooperatives across the nation utilize geothermal technology in their energy efficiency programs, and we’ll work to restore the credit so co-ops can help more of their members install these pricey but marvelously efficient systems. Lobbying efforts and persuasion by state and national cooperative organizations are two pieces of this puzzle. A third, equally important piece is the involvement of grassroots co-op members. Please don’t hesitate to speak up for making energy efficiency more affordable by asking your U.S. senators and member of congress to revive the expired tax credit for geothermal systems.

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Drug Companies Nervous as Doctors and Patients Demand the AloeCure

Big Pharma execs stand to lose billions as doctors and their patients abandon drugs like Nexium® and Prilosec®. Drug free remedy could put Big Pharma out of the digestion business.

By David Waxman Seattle Washington: Drug company execs are nervous. That’s because the greatest health advance in decades has hit the streets. And analysts expect it to put a huge crimp in “Big Pharma” profits. So what’s all the fuss about? It’s about a new ingredient that’s changing the lives of people who use it. Some call it “the greatest discovery since penicillin”! And others call it “a miracle!” The name of the product is the AloeCure. It’s not a drug. It’s something completely different. And the product is available to anyone who wants it, at a reasonable price. But demands may force future prices to rise.

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Company spokesperson, Dr. Liza Leal, a leading integrative health specialist out of Texas recommends Aloecure before she decides to prescribe any digestion drug. Especially after the FDA’s stem warning about long-term use of drugs classified as proton pump inhibitors like Prilosec®, Nexium®, and Prevacid®. In a nutshell, the FDA statement warned people should avoid taking these digestion drugs for longer than three 14-day treatment periods because there is an increased risk of bone fractures. Many people take them daily and for decades. Dr. Leal should know. Many patients come to her with bone and joint complaints and she does everything she can to help them. One way for digestion sufferers to help avoid possible risk of tragic joint and bone problems caused by overuse of digestion drugs is to take the AloeCure. The secret to AloeCure’s “health adjusting” formula is scientifically tested Acemannan, a polysaccharide extracted from Aloe Vera. But not the same aloe vera that mom used to apply to your cuts, scrapes and burns. This is a perfect strain of aloe that is organically grown in special Asian soil under very strict conditions. AloeCure is so powerful it begins to benefit your health the instant you take it. It soothes intestinal discomfort and you can avoid

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Little EYE in the Sky

Unmanned aircraft enhance safety, efficiency

t least 50 years ago, optical equipment riding on U.S. reconnaissance aircraft could read a license plate from 80,000 feet, but to inspect something a lot closer—say, the hardware 30 feet overhead atop a utility pole—you just had to climb up there and look.

Gradually, that irony is fading away. For decades, “eye in the sky” has been a familiar name for the U-2, the SR-71 and various orbiting satellites, but now, smaller, vastly less expensive eyes in the sky are beginning to define an important role in day-to-day utility operations, boosting the efficiency of reliability-enhancing inspections and maintenance and helping reduce the hazards associated with that work. Since November, Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative has been working with Prairie du Sac-based Edge Consulting Engineers, participating in discussions and field demonstrations to assess the utility-relevant capabilities of unmanned aircraft. A December visit to an Adams-Columbia employee meeting found enthusiasm running high.

A Hobby With Potential

They’re commonly called drones, but those who know them best and operate them on a professional basis prefer UAS, for Unmanned Aircraft Systems, or UAV, for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. By whatever name, the devices are increasingly popular among hobbyists, and increasingly practical in terms of making serious and sometimes difficult jobs easier to perform.

The UAS rises, ready to begin an inspection.

Charlie Toms is the UAS project manager for Edge Consulting. He’s been a UAS hobbyist and certified pilot for more than a decade (Edge has three) and sits on the State of Wisconsin UAS Advisory Board, which acts as a resource on UAS operations for state agencies, utilities, other companies, and hobbyists. Toms is no stranger to electric cooperatives. Prior to his joining Edge, Charlie and a colleague were contracted by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association to write a technical paper about utility-applicable uses of unmanned aircraft and what’s required to conduct those activities within the bounds of safety and regulatory considerations. Recently, his firm has been donating its time and resources to provide demonstrations for AdamsColumbia, building the foundation for a clearer understanding of how UAS technology can be helpful to power utilities. An initial demonstration took place in the Coloma and Wisconsin Dells areas during November. In an era when problems on an electric distribution system are increasingly easy to locate, nobody needs UAS technology to tell them when a line is down. What is useful is the enhanced ability to efficiently examine infrastructure that’s working just fine, to keep it that way. “We focus our energies on areas that are hard to get to with a vehicle or even on foot, such as swamps,” Toms told Wisconsin Energy Cooperative News. “It’s safer. We can fly over difficult terrain at 400 feet just to get a general view or we can go 30 feet from the pole and get a detailed view of every nut and bolt, every insulator.” “One of the benefits that’s still relatively untapped is the ability to combine in one visit a lot of things co-ops

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Photos courtesy of Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative and Edge Consulting Engineers, Inc.

1. Some functions can be performed on autopilot, but a qualified operator is needed to ensure safe operation. 2. The helipad isn’t just for looks. On sandy or debris-covered surfaces, the six rotor blades could whip up a little storm of projectiles that might damage the camera or other sensitive UAS equipment. 3. Hovering above an Adams-Columbia substation, the thermal camera reveals what’s hot and what’s not. 4. There would be no surprises waiting if a lineworker needed to make repairs at the top of this power pole.

need to do,” he adds. “For instance, acquire thermal imaging of insulators and switches, perform detailed visual inspections, obtain highly accurate GPS location for every pole; the accuracy can be within centimeters. It combines a lot of the things co-ops already do and gets them done in one safe and efﬁcient trip.”

Safety First

Speaking of a “safe and efﬁcient trip,” Toms makes it clear the emphasis belongs on “safe,” especially in light of the proliferation of unmanned aircraft during recent years. “It needs to be better understood that this isn’t a simple process,” Toms says. “It’s especially necessary to be mindful of ﬂying in restricted airspace. Being near airports is one example of many important safety concerns.”

Toms tells us professional, commercial UAS service providers like his company “treat UAS operations like manned commercial aircraft operations. We do a lot of prep and research on the location before every flight and keep detailed flight logs, maintenance logs and so forth, for everything we do.” Proper pilot training is a concern he says may often be overlooked. “These aircraft can be relatively easy to fly when things are working properly, but when things change or go bad a pilot needs the experience to fly manually and safely,” he explains. “Edge pilots and our other flight crew positions are trained, tested, and practice before operating in public on actual projects.” Beyond proficiency in flying the aircraft, Toms says, “The regulatory side is

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very complex in terms of where, when, and how you can fly. People don’t realize this and are surprised to find out the amount of work that goes into every flight.”

What You See and What You Get

The first thing that’s apparent looking at photos from the November demonstration is the striking clarity and detail of the images. If there’s a need to actually ascend a pole, there’s no doubt the lineworker will know very clearly what’s up there. But then there are other things no lineworker can see with the naked eye. Toms explains, “Our particular aircraft has a very accurate high-resolution thermal camera,”—a “gimbal stabilized FLIR High Resolution Radiometric Thermal Camera,” meaning it can produce very accurate thermal imaging that will confirm whether electrical equipment is properly shedding excess heat—or not. Moreover, the camera allows the creation of “highly accurate 3D models using photogrammetry and 2D orthomosaic maps,” Toms says. “The 2D Orthomosaic maps

are usually used as a Digital Terrain Model or to update sections of Google Earth to be current as of the day we were there and in greater detail.” “We feel the main benefit of the 3D model is that it can be used for vegetation management or planning,” he says, adding that it’s “similar to what you get with LiDAR, and can be as or more accurate and with higher resolution.” The 3D model makes it possible, for instance, for the co-op to make measurements in planning future modifications to a substation, and the model is accurately georeferenced, meaning it’s accurate in terms of the actual facility’s position on the planet. Co-op employees can use the model to design changes to a substation without having to go there, and still be confident that what they’ve planned will fit the physical circumstances of the facility. Demonstrations at Adams-Columbia are ongoing. It seems safe to say new possibilities will be found, with high prospects of enhancing the efficiency and safety of utility operations using the little eye in the sky. —Dave Hoopman

Photos courtesy of Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative and Edge Consulting Engineers, Inc.

1. A bird’s-eye view of a power line right-of-way. 2. It’s not what you think: The image is not of the substation itself, but a strikingly accurate 3D model. 3. An orthomosaic map that can be used, among other things, to update Google Earth. 4. “Here’s looking at you…” The high-resolution camera is clearly seen, attached underneath the UAS.

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be more cost-efficient than completing two separate projects. Below are some additional tips and thoughts to consider while you go through your kitchen remodel:

Kitchen layout and design

During a remodel, homeowners often want to expand the kitchen. However, bigger isn’t always better—and enlarging the footprint of your kitchen will likely mean higher heating and cooling bills. Consider whether a more efficient layout in your kitchen could prevent a need for expansion. The design phase of your project is also when you will decide on placement of your major appliances and kitchen features. There may be opportunities to shorten plumbing runs to make hot water delivery to your sink and dishwasher more efficient and to add plumbing insulation to reduce heat loss. Also, think about heat sources in your kitchen and how they will affect your refrigerator—placing your refrigerator in a very sunny spot or next to your oven will make this appliance work harder and use more energy.

Appliances If you are replacing any kitchen appliances, look for ENERGY STAR-certified refrigerators, dishwashers, and freezers to help save energy. In particular, refrigerators that are ENERGY STAR-certified will use about 10 percent less energy than standard models—and up to 40 percent less energy than a refrigerator from 2001. Once it is replaced, rather than moving your old refrigerator into the garage where it could use even more energy, ask your electric co-op how you can recycle it. Lighting Many remodeled kitchens incorporate lots of windows to ensure a bright, naturally lit kitchen. Using natural light can make your kitchen feel more open and reduce reliance on overhead lights, but beware of overheating the room in the summer. When thinking about your windows and lighting, consider your home’s climate and orientation and how to use natural light strategically. In addition to overall lighting, a kitchen needs bright task lighting. Installing individual task lights on separate switches can help minimize the energy you use for lighting. Throughout your kitchen, install ENERGY STAR light fixtures and bulbs, which are certified for energy savings, high quality, and performance.

Kitchen ventilation

Increasingly, homeowners are installing professionallooking hoods above stoves in their remodeled kitchens. Be sure to pick a high-efficiency model sized for your needs and install it so that it vents directly to the outside. Remember that running a hood exhaust fan more frequently than needed can make your heating and cooling system work harder, as conditioned air is pulled outside.

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The kitchen is often a family’s gathering place, so installing zonal heat in this space could make sense—you could turn up the thermostat for the kitchen without warming the entire home. Other ways to ensure that the kitchen is a comfortable room for your family are to address any building envelope issues noted in your energy audit; for example, increase wall and attic insulation, address duct and air sealing needs, invest in efficient windows, and install window coverings that help block hot summer sun and blustery winter wind. This column was co-written by Pat Keegan and Amy Wheeless of Collaborative Efficiency. For more ideas on energy efficient kitchen remodeling, please visit: www.collaborativeefficiency.com

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Tex-Mex Macaroni Casserole 1 lb lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 pkg taco seasoning mix 2 cups water 2 cups fresh chopped tomatoes 1 cup frozen whole-kernel corn 2 cups uncooked whole-grain elbow macaroni 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Brown beef and onion in large skillet on medium-high heat; drain fat. Stir in seasoning mix, water, chopped tomatoes, and corn. Bring to boil; add pasta. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with cheese; cover. Let stand 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Roasted Sonoma Chicken with Wild Rice and Carrot Butter 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts 3/4 cup Kosher salt, plus additional for seasoning 1/3 cup sugar 1 gallon water 1 cup carrot juice 4 Tbsp butter, diced 1–1/2 cups wild rice 3–1/3 cups chicken stock 2 large onions, diced 3–4 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp curry spice 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 4 Tbsp sun-dried tomato, finely chopped 1/4 cup parsley, chopped Canola oil or olive oil

Brine chicken in 3/4 cup Kosher salt, sugar, and water. Refrigerate chicken in brine for 1 hour; pat chicken dry and store overnight, uncovered in fridge. Add carrot juice to saucepan and reduce to thick consistency on high heat, 10–15 minutes. Whisk vigorously if juice separates. Whisk in butter; set aside to cool. In pot, cover wild rice with chicken stock. Bring to simmer and cook 45 minutes. Season with Kosher salt as desired. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a frying pan on medium-high heat, sweat onions in olive oil until soft. Add curry spice and toast until aromatic. Add vinegar and salt; stir well. Fold through sun-dried tomatoes. Place chicken skin-side up on roasting pan fitted with rack. Brush chicken with canola or olive oil and season as desired. Roast about 25–35 minutes or until golden brown; internal temperature should be 165 degrees. Drizzle with roasting juices; add salt and chopped parsley before plating. To plate, add carrot butter to wild rice; scoop 1/2 cup rice onto each dish. Place chicken skinside up on top of rice. Dollop with onion, curry, and tomato mixture.

South of the Border Pizza 2 French bread sandwich rolls, halved 8 Tbsp refried black beans 8 Tbsp hickory-smoked diced ham 8 slices pepper jack cheese 4 Tbsp picante sauce 4 Tbsp low-fat sour cream

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place four French bread halves on ungreased sheet pan. Spread 2 tablespoons beans evenly over each bread half. Top each half with 2 tablespoons ham and 2 cheese slices. Bake 8–10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Remove from oven; top each pizza with 1 tablespoon picante sauce and 1 tablespoon sour cream.

Chocolate Buttermilk Layer Cake 3/4 cup cocoa, plus extra for coating pans 2–1/4 cups cake flour 2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp fine salt 1–1/4 cups buttermilk, at room temperature 1/2 cup brewed coffee or water 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups superfine sugar 4 large eggs, at room temperature 2–3 containers (16 oz each) prepared chocolate frosting 1–2 Nestlé Crunch candy bars, finely chopped 24–36 pieces Nestlé Butterfinger Bites candy, finely chopped

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease bottoms of three 8x9-inch round cake pans and line with parchment or wax paper circle. Grease parchment then coat lightly with small amount of cocoa, tapping out excess.

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In large bowl, sift together flour, 3/4 cup cocoa, baking soda, and salt. In small bowl, combine buttermilk, coffee, and vanilla extract. In large mixing bowl, beat butter until smooth. Beat in sugar until smooth and creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down sides of bowl with rubber spatula; beat again. Alternately add flour mixture in three additions with buttermilk mixture in two additions, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Scrape down sides of bowl; beat again. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake 20–25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes. Invert each layer onto wire rack; remove parchment paper then invert right-side-up. Cool completely. To assemble, level cakes (trim tops off), if desired, using serrated knife. Place dollop of frosting in center of cake pedestal or serving platter. Tear four strips of parchment paper and place in square around outer 3 inches of pedestal. Place one cake layer over dollop of frosting. Spread about 1 cup frosting over top; sprinkle top evenly with about 1/4 cup chopped candy bar. Top with another cake layer; spread with about 1 cup frosting. Sprinkle with remaining chopped candy bar. Top with third cake layer. Cover top and sides with thin layer of frosting. Refrigerate 15 minutes then cover with remaining frosting. With hands, press chopped candy pieces around sides of cake. After frosting has set, gently remove strips of parchment paper. Cut cake into slices to serve. January 2017

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Monster Cookie Bars Mrs. Miller, Athens

1/2 cup butter 2/3 cup white sugar 2/3 cup brown sugar 2 tsp baking soda 1 Tbsp light corn syrup 3 eggs 1–1/4 cups peanut butter 1/3 cup chocolate chips 1 cup M&M candy Mix together in order listed above. Press into greased 12x17-inch sheet pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 10–12 minutes. Be careful to not overbake.

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies Caryn Conway, Janesville

1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 2 sticks butter, melted 1 tsp baking soda 1 Tbsp water 1 cup peanut butter 2 eggs 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup raisins 5 cups quick-cooking oatmeal Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats. In a large bowl mix melted butter and both sugars. Dissolve baking soda in water and add to mixture. Add peanut butter and eggs, mix well. Fold in chocolate chips, raisins, and oatmeal. Drop by the tablespoon two inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets. Bake for 8–10 minutes.

Unbelievable Peanut Butter Cookies Judy Way, Phillips

1 cup peanut butter 1 cup white sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Mix thoroughly. Drop by the teaspoon two inches apart onto cookie sheet. Flatten with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar. Bake 14–16 minutes.

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2 eggs 1/2 small onion 1/3 cup ﬂour 1/4 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 2 cups raw potatoes, cubed Combine eggs, onion, ﬂour, baking powder, salt, and half of the potatoes in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Add remaining potatoes, cover, and process 2 cycles. Pour onto a hot, wellgreased griddle. Cook on each side until brown and crisp.

Hannah Jamison, Dorchester

1–1/2 cups black beans, cooked 5 eggs 1/2 cup honey 3/4 tsp baking soda 1 Tbsp vanilla 6 Tbsp butter, melted 6 Tbsp cocoa 1 Tbsp water Cream cheese frosting (optional) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a greased 9x9-inch pan. Bake for 30 minutes. Let cool and frost with cream cheese frosting.

Pulled Taffy

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3 cups sugar 1/2 cup vinegar 1 or 2 Tbsp butter 1/2 cup water 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp baking soda

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kay, we admit, January is not typically a month that triggers thoughts of “road trip” as a great way to spend an afternoon. But a drive along what’s known as the West Coast of Wisconsin—the 15mile stretch of the Great River Road National Scenic Byway that winds around majestic Lake Pepin in Pierce and Pepin counties—is a whole different experience in the winter. The route passes through stunning topography, breathtaking river views, and historical stops that take on a completely different look and feel during the colder months. And when you need to step out of the chilly air, the charming river towns that line this road offer unique stops for food, folklore, fine arts, and one-of-kind shopping. First, there’s the lake itself. Lake Pepin is actually a 21-mile widening of the Mississippi River, formed by the backup of water behind sedimentary deposits of the Chippewa River’s delta. It’s the largest lake along the river, and it provides for an abundance of outdoor activities. However, you don’t have to be boating or ﬁshing to enjoy it—just looking at this vast body of water is enough. A drive along the River Road (Highway 35) includes numerous scenic look-out points for travelers who want to pause and take it all in. During the winter, when the water’s edge is frozen and the trees are laced with snow and ice, the entire vista takes on a magical look. Although the sparkling frozen views are soothing and silent, they are hardly still. Located as it is along the Mississippi Flyway, Lake Pepin is a bird-watching paradise, even in the middle of winter. Bald eagles can be spotted at almost every stop, swooping down to the water for ﬁsh or perched in the trees along the shorelines.

The scenery is just as beautiful on the other side of the road. Majestic bluffs separate the four quaint communities located along this noted drive, plus some points just north of the lake’s edge. Located roughly seven miles apart from each other—about the distance an early river boat could travel before needing to be restocked with more ﬁrewood— these villages are rich with history.

Birthplace of Laura Ingalls Wilder At the southern entrance of Lake Pepin is the Village of Pepin, which was once a steamboat boom town familiar to Mark Twain. He’s not, however, the author the village is most associated with—that’s Laura Ingalls Wilder, the beloved children’s author who penned the famous series of books chronicling her pioneer family’s journey westward. That journey began near Pepin, where Wilder was born. The ﬁrst book of her series, “Little House in the Big Woods,” was based on her early experiences there.

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1. A replica of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s “Little House in the Big Woods” stands along the site of her birthplace in Pepin. 2. Stockholm celebrates its Scandinavian heritage at special events including a Swedish Christmas celebration, complete with a tomte (Swedish folk character associated with Christmas and the winter solstice) and a goatherder. 3. This young visitor roasts a hot dog as part of a Stockholm celebration. 4. There’s a gorgeous view of Lake Pepin at every turn of the River Road. 5. The streets of Stockholm are lined with galleries, museums, and specialty shops. (Photo on the opposite page courtesy of Manda Baldwin)

A replica of the little one-room cabin where Wilder ﬁrst lived stands at a wayside just north of Pepin on the original site of Wilder’s birth, on County CC. The cabin is open year-round, and its simplicity offers a glimpse into what life was like for Wilder and her hardy pioneer family. Standing inside the drafty, tiny cabin on a chilly winter day, one can’t help but feel a whole new level of awe for the family of ﬁve that endured long Wisconsin winters here. In the village itself is a museum dedicated to Wilder’s life. The museum is typically open daily from mid-May through mid-October, but this winter both the museum and the cabin will be bustling with activity in celebration of

the 150th anniversary of Wilder’s birth, on February 7, 1867. On February 4 and 5, the museum will be open to mark the milestone anniversary, and weather permitting, a celebration will be held at the cabin. Visit lauraingallspepin.com to learn more details as the date approaches. Pepin is also home to two of the four stops along the Lake Pepin Wine Trail, which features four wineries around the lake—two in Wisconsin and two in Minnesota. Pepin’s offering is the Villa Bellezza, a Mediterranean-style winery right on the River Road that resembles a traditional Italian villa, complete with a village square fountain. For extra winter fun, this winery teamed up with a neigh-

boring farm to create a recreational cross country ski/snowshoe trail through the grapevines and on through the woods.

Scandinavian Center North of Pepin is the Village of Stockholm, which was a bustling stopover for Scandinavian immigrants to western Wisconsin in the second half of the 1800s. The Swedish inﬂuence is still very evident in this quaint village, but it’s also known today for its vibrant arts and culture scene. The riverside main strip is dotted with art galleries and museums located in historic buildings. A performing arts center is housed in the former Stockholm Opera Hall, offering a full schedule of drama, music, comedy, and folk performances. January 2017

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1. It may look like an Italian village, but this is really the Villa Bellezza, a winery in Pepin and one of the stops along the Lake Pepin Wine Trail. 2. Legend tells of a Dakota girl precipitating herself off this cliff, which is known as Maiden Rock. 3. A rock outline of a bow and arrow is visible behind the historic marker (see red arrow).

as the story behind its name—this village too has a lively arts and culture scene. It’s also home to the second Wisconsin stop on the Lake Pepin Wine Trail—Maiden Rock Winery and Cidery, which features wines and hard ciders made with apples grown at the winery’s orchard. Beyond Maiden Rock is Bay City, located on the northern end of Lake Pepin. This village was once a thriving river town, serving as an express stop between Chicago and St. Paul. Today it serves as a gateway of sorts into Lake Pepin. This village is also home to a variety of unique specialty shops; it was even rated as one of the top five shopping destinations in Wisconsin by Travel Wisconsin.

A Maiden’s Sad Story

Past Stockholm is Maiden Rock, a village anchored by a spectacular limestone cliff that’s central to the story behind the village’s name. Several versions of this story exist; each is slightly different, but the main theme is the same. A young Dakota girl, distraught over her family’s insistence that she marry a young man not of her choosing, precipitated herself off the bluff overlooking the lake rather than face a lifetime with a man she didn’t love. This haunting tale is told on a marker along the River Road, opposite of the imposing cliff that gave the village its name. The bluff itself is accessible to hardy hikers who are game for a vigorous trek via the Maiden Rock Bluff State Natural area, located between Stockholm and Maiden Bluff on Long Lane, off County E. Visitors who take the hike are treated to a stunning view of the river valley that’s said to be the best in all of Lake Pepin’s area. The Village of Maiden Rock itself is not nearly as sobering

Archaeological Enigma

Between Bay City and nearby Hager City is the site of a well-known historic landmark known as the Bow and Arrow. This rock outline of a 185-foot bow and a 71-foot arrow is a bit of an archaeological curiosity. It was first observed by Minnesota archaeologist Jacob Brower in 1902, who suggested the image might be a bow and arrow drawn to shoot toward Lake Pepin. Dakota tradition was said to tell of this symbol’s existence as early as the 1600s, and it’s visible from a site once sacred to the Dakotas. However, modern archaeologists have speculated that the image might be a bird effigy. Whatever it is, the image itself is much easier to spot during the wintertime when it’s not partially blocked by foliage. With all this history, geography, and culture, the West Coast of Wisconsin makes for one great road trip, even in the winter. Some might even say, especially in the winter.—Mary Erickson

For more information, including access to auto tour maps of the River Road around Lake Pepin, visit www.visitpepin.com or call 1-715-672-5709. More information can also be found at piercecountywi.com.

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REAL ESTATE 7 ACRES WITH 1200 FT FRONTAGE ON GRANT RIVER. Hard top road, electric, phone, ½ wooded, spring water and beautiful views. 8 miles to Cassville and 5 miles to Lancaster on Hwy 81. $49,900.00. Call Mike at 414-482-1744. VACATION RENTAL. Five or ten bedroom lodge or cabin. Hatﬁeld, WI. Enjoy Lake Arbutus and Lake Wazee. ATV and snowmobile trails. Bruce Mound ski hill. www.thunderbirdvillage.net. MANUFACTURED, MODULAR HOMES, SINGLEWIDES USED HOMES. TimberLake Homes; corner of Hwys. 13 & 21. Friendship, WI. 608-339-4663. ARE YOU EARNING 5%, paid monthly on your funds? IRA & Cash accounts, No stock market risk or fees. Free packet. 608-403-7008. FOR RENT, 2 bedrooms, 2 bath condo in Ft. Myers Beach, Fl. March 25–April 1. Call 715-249-5981. VACATION RENTAL. Cape Coral, Fl. Beautiful 3 bedroom home on gulf access canal. 10,000 lb boat lift. Weekly rental or more. Call Al 608-295-7433.

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