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Category: Health and Wellness

  • Hike This: Trails for Jogging Strollers

    As a distance runner, I prioritized one item on the baby registry for my first child as a “must-have”: a jogging stroller, and preferably one that could handle both paved roads and the rugged terrain found on several hiking trails throughout the county’s parks and natural areas.  The great thing about Door County’s outdoor amenities […]

  • There’s Still Time to Plant

    Every gardener has been there. Just as the chill of winter begins to thaw from our bones and the promise of warm, sunny afternoons can be seen on the horizon, seed catalogs begin arriving in mailboxes, and seed packets begin popping up on store shelves. With overzealous enthusiasm, we buy all the seeds for our […]

  • It’s Time for Self-Care at Hotel Washington and Studio

    Former Island “summer girls” Sarah Koehler and Rose Widmann are offering a self-care workshop, Sisterhood & Self-Care, on July 30 and Aug. 6, 2-4:15 pm, at Hotel Washington and Studio, 354 Range Line Road on Washington Island. “Sostre,” which means “sister” in Norweigian, is the parent company for their entities: skin care, art, yoga and […]

  • Workshop Celebrates Sisterhood and Self Care on July 30, Aug. 6

    Former Island “summer girls,” Sarah Koehler and Rose Widmann, are offering a Self Care workshop, Sisterhood & Self Care, on July 30 and Aug. 6, 2-4:15 pm, at Hotel Washington & Studio. Sostre, which means sister in Norweigian, is the parent company for their entities – divine skincare, art, yoga, and mindfulness. Participants can enjoy […]

  • Mom-ME Time Series Helps New Mothers

    Becoming a mother changes life in so many ways, so Prevea Health is introducing a series of free Zoom talks to help new moms navigate their own needs after having a baby.  The Mom-ME Time segments will feature Prevea’s medical experts giving these talks: “Urinary Incontinence,” July 27, 12-12:30 pm; “Mom Guilt,” Aug. 31, 12-12:30 […]

  • Try Outdoor Yoga in Algoma’s Legion Park

    All are welcome when Roots Yoga hosts outdoor yoga classes in July at Algoma’s Legion Park, 620 Lake St., on Wednesdays, 8:30 am, and Fridays, 10 am (weather permitting). Classes are $10 per person; participants should supply their own mat or towel.   Roots Yoga also offers sound massage and Reiki sessions at 417 Steele St. […]

  • Ginger House Adds Friday Drop-in Yoga Class

    The Ginger House, a new picnic and wine boutique at The Settlement Shops, has added yoga to its event schedule. Mae Daniels, a certified hatha yoga teacher, will lead a hatha yoga class every Friday, 4:30 pm. No prior yoga experience is required. For a $15 fee, participants are invited to drop in – no registration […]

  • Hike This: Break In Your Hiking Gear on the Minnehaha Trail

    Seven years ago this week, my husband and I thru-hiked the River-to-River Trail, a 160-mile trail that winds and climbs through the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois.  Although we were avid campers and day hikers, we had never thru-hiked or taken much gear prior to this experience. We laugh at the memory of driving […]

  • Summertime Sun Salutations

    Outdoor and indoor yoga classes return  From hatha to heated vinyasa, there are yoga options for everyone this summer. Indoor classes are returning with limited capacities, but studio lawns, public parks and pavilions remain popular outdoor venues for some studios.  The pandemic drove the increase in outdoor yoga’s popularity last summer because it allowed for […]

  • 24 Miles a Day

    Nate Bell’s biking journey may improve road conditions for all cyclists Being stuck at home during the COVID-19 pandemic gave many people more downtime than ever before. Some used that time to improve their cooking skills. Others baked. Some covered their dining room table in jigsaw puzzles.  And then there were those who used the […]

  • Ride Door County’s Spring Century June 19

    There’s still time to register for the Peninsula Century Spring Classic to ride Door County on Saturday, June 19. Choose from routes of 25, 50, 62 or 100 miles that explore some of the most scenic byways on the peninsula.  Register at PeninsulaCenturySpringClassic.com through Thursday, June 17; in person at packet pickup on Friday, June […]

  • Try Yoga in a Vineyard

    Start your weekend with yoga in a vineyard! Allie Pedretti, a certified yoga instructor and wellness coach will lead hour-long, outdoor Vinyasa classes on Fridays, 10 am, at Door 44 Winery, 5464 Cty P in Sturgeon Bay; and Saturdays, 10 am, at Parallel 44 Vineyard and Winery, N2185 Sleepy Hollow Road in Kewaunee. The cost […]

  • Explore the Human/Animal Connection

    Author and inner-life coach Marggie Hatala will host an online reflective-writing workshop Sunday, June 6, 3-4:30 pm, to explore how our connection to animals expands our connection to life.  Participants will explore the immediate effect that animals have on us, as well as their larger spiritual purpose in our life, through breathwork, meditation, music, other […]

  • Saturday Yoga in Martin Park

    Door County Yoga will host Yoga in the Park every Saturday, June 5 – Sept. 4, at 9:30 am, in Martin Park, 207 S. 3rd Ave. in  Sturgeon Bay. Instructors will rotate to lead this all-levels flow class. The drop-in cost of $10 is payable by cash only. Take your own mat if possible, but […]

  • Hike This: The Whitefish Creek Spur Trail

    One of my favorite parts of hiking in Whitefish Dunes is how the trails connect throughout the park. Last week I featured the Red Pine Trail, which is a relatively short loop that’s accessible from the first parking lot off Clark Lake Road.  The Red Pine Trail links up with the Yellow Trail – a more […]

  • Creative Mastermind Course Helps to Clear Distractions

    Are you easily distracted by fear, worry, frustration or long to-do lists? Join Creative Mastermind: a free, light-hearted, virtual event on May 6, 7:15-8:15 pm. Jodi Rose Gonzales will lead the program about how to reduce head noise using an easy art-therapy journaling technique. “Head noise distracts you from your work, and it can contribute […]

  • Hatala to Lead Discussion of End-of-Life Issues

    Join life doula Marggie Hatala on May 5, 10-11 am, for a free, online discussion about issues during our final chapter of life.  Hatala will share her expertise on this subject and lead a discussion among community members. This is intended to be an opportunity for adult children, aging parents, those facing terminal disease and […]

  • Brain Health the Topic of Next ‘Midday with Marggie and Dave’

    Join Dr. Dave Ferguson and life doula Marggie Hatala for Midday with Marggie and Dave: a free, monthly, online community webinar sponsored by Ikor Life Care Management. The second-quarter lineup includes “Brain Health” on April 20, 11 am – 12 pm, when the co-hosts will talk to Dr. Dan Koster of the Brain Center of Greater […]

  • Improve Yoga Practice with Yoga Mat Makeover

    Give your yoga practice a boost during a Yoga Mat Makeover workshop, to be held virtually April 15, 7:15-8 pm. During free, monthly yoga-posture clinics, instructor Jodi Rose Gonzales helps participants to safely explore the alignment involved in a variety of popular yoga poses.  During this session, Gonzales will explore tree pose, and participants will […]

  • DCMC Algoma Clinic Sponsors Weekly Walks

    Do you want to get your heart rate up by walking with other community members?  Ellen Knipfer of Door County Medical Center’s (DCMC) Algoma Clinic will lead group walks every Wednesday, 6 pm, May 5 – Sept. 8, starting at the Algoma Wellness Center, 1715 Division St. In inclement weather, the walks will take place […]