Sister Bay loves goats. The motif is sprinkled throughout the town. Wooden cutouts of goats decorate the lawns and front porches of local businesses. Actual goats can be seen atop the roof of Al Johnson’s Restaurant. Baby goats are … Continue reading
When I was a child, our family would take day trips to Point Beach State Forest near Two Rivers, Wisconsin. We would park in one of the beach parking lots and claim an area near one of the grills. After … Continue reading
Visiting Door County brings to mind traditional ways to take in the gorgeous scenery: a drive through Peninsula State Park, a boat ride from Sister Bay Harbor, or a leisurely stroll through quiet Ephraim. True, being on vacation is about … Continue reading
Those who reside in or regularly visit Door County know that the outdoor way of life on the peninsula just feels right—but did you know that spending time in nature actually reduces your risk of chronic disease? Continue or start … Continue reading
Before I gave birth to my daughter, some wise friends gifted me an afternoon at Saguaro Day Spa. After perusing the spa’s menu of services, I booked a massage and the house pedicure. On the afternoon of my indulgence … Continue reading
Door County has long been a hub for visual artists. Painters, potters, sculptors, weavers, glass blowers—creators using all manner of media flock here to be inspired by the peninsula’s idyllic feel and romantic light. Studios both public and private dot … Continue reading
In the dead of winter, to reinvigorate our bodies and souls, we venture outside, hiking in the woods, skiing trails and admiring frosty water views. In Northern Door County these activities are apt to leave us at least a little … Continue reading
Long, dark, cold winter days in Wisconsin make me want to curl up on the couch and watch Netflix until spring. However, staying in and rewatching all of the seasons of The Great British Baking Show can get a bit … Continue reading
Door County is blessed with a robust winter season, and one of its hallmarks is our Lake Effect Snow. This snow is unlike the sparkling dustings seen in flatter, land-locked areas. This snow blows in from the north and can … Continue reading
After enjoying one of Door County’s excellent outdoor experiences, like a stroll through a picturesque village, a glide through a state park on skis or a hike through a land trust on snowshoes, you’re sure to need some sturdy grub. … Continue reading
