While many Wisconsinites look to escape the cold this time of year, Green County Tourism is offering a staycation alternative that celebrates the region’s rich dairy heritage.
The Cheese Passport to Green County Swiss-consin, a digital program running now through Feb. 15, encourages residents and tourists to explore local cheese shops, retail stores, and wineries. The passport includes nearly 50 diverse stops.
The program highlights the area’s unique history, often referred to as “Swiss-consin” due to its deep Swiss roots. Participants can sign up at greencounty.org to receive a text-based pass, no app download required. By scanning QR codes at participating locations, visitors earn points toward various prizes.
Green County Tourism Director Noreen Rueckert notes the timing is perfect for a winter outing or a unique date night.
“It’s a little bit harder to push yourself out of the house. But this definitely gives you a reason to get out, get cozy, and get rewarded,” she tells Mid-West Farm Report.
