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    5 Cheap Outdoor Things to Do in Madison, Wisconsin

    Here is a guide for free or cheap outdoor things to do in the Madison, Wisconsin area from someone who has visited Wisconsin multiple times. These will be perfect activities to do during spring, summer, and even early fall, when the weather is nicer, based on my experiences when visiting during late summer.  Harry Vilas Zoological Park and Gardens Address: 702 S Randall Ave, Madison, WI 53715Hours: Daily 9:30 am to 5 pm  Madison is home to a free zoo! This zoo is a perfect place to visit for families on a budget. This zoo is of a decent size too, with plenty of animals and habitats to see and…

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I'm Ruby. Originally from Manila, Philippines. My husband is Peter, and he's originally from Bratislava, Slovakia. Our little one is Alex, and he's a third-culture kid born in the US to immigrant parents. We aim to see the world one weekend and vacation day at a time so come along for the journey. You can read more About Us on our page.

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