CROSS PLAINS - Eugene A. Kostecki, 93, of Cross Plains, Wis., passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on June 9, 2024, after a long and fulfilling life.
LODGING
The Ricepod, one of the cabins at Wild Rice Retreat, is nestled in the woods. The first of their lodging choices housed two twin beds, in-floor radiant heat, and windows from all sides, including a skylight and views of lush trees. (Steve Kuchera / skuchera@duluthnews.com)
The Ricepod, the first lodging choice, houses two twin beds, in-floor radiant heat, windows on all sides (including a skylight) and views of lush trees.
They didn’t want bunk beds and barebone surroundings with a community bathroom. They wanted it to be geared toward women and feel more like a luxury experience. It’s taking camping up 10 more notches, Bermel said.