Category: Outdoor
Getting outside in Door County is a must! While you can always explore a trail or lake shore on your own, the calendar is dotted with guided hikes, wildlife tours, bird watching treks, and cross-country skiing meetups. Find a group bicycle ride, a naturalist session, or paddleboard tour and explore Door County’s natural wonders.
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Learn the Current Status of Breeding Bird Numbers
Launched earlier this year, the Wisconsin Breeding Bird Atlas II is the most comprehensive bird survey in the state’s history. The project, which runs through the end of 2019, will enlist thousands of citizen scientists to document breeding bird numbers and diversity throughout the state.
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Beer and Brat Garden Tour Comes to Sturgeon Bay July 31-Aug. 8
Discover Wisconsin and Sprecher Brewing Company have partnered to bring the “Discover Wisconsin Beer and Brat Garden Tour,” a mobile beer garden experience, to Sturgeon Bay July 31 through Aug.
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Jacksonport Farmers’ Market Continues through October
The Jacksonport Farmers’ Market continues at Lakeside Park on Highway 57 in downtown Jacksonport on Tuesday mornings from 9 am until 1 pm through October, as weather permits.
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Fresh Cherries, Cherry Brats and Cherry Burgers at Cherry Fest
Come to Lakeside Park on Highway 57 in Jacksonport for the 21st annual Cherry Fest. The celebration is set for Aug. 1, 7 am – 4 pm. Savor the great food including fresh cherries, cherry brats and cherry hamburgers as well as an assortment of cherry desserts.
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Lakes Lessons Features “Native Pollinators in Wisconsin Agriculture”
Entomologist Jeremy Hemberger will discuss “Native Pollinators in Wisconsin Agriculture” at 7 pm on Aug. 6 at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall. This program is presented as part of The Ridges Lakes Lessons speaker series.
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History and Family Programming at Crossroads
Family programs at Crossroads at Big Creek and history programs at Heritage Village at Big Creek are ongoing throughout the summer. The following are family programs at Crossroads: Aug.
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Favorite Events are Back for 2015 Classic & Wooden Boat Festival
This year’s 25th Door County Maritime Museum’s Classic & Wooden Boat Festival on Aug. 7 & 8. Enjoy beautiful classic and wooden boats, Sikaflex wooden boat races, and watch as artists recreate Sturgeon Bay on canvas.
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Final Seminar of Sail and Power Squadron Series is “Paddle Smart”
The Door County Sail and Power Squadron concludes its 2015 Summer Seminar Series on Aug. 8 with “Paddle Smart.” Paddle sports is the fastest growing part of boating.
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The Ridges’ Annual Gathering is Aug. 1
There’s still time to register for The Ridges Sanctuary’s Annual Gathering on Aug. 1, 4 – 7 pm. Once again this year, the gathering will take place under the big tent behind the cabins.
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Watch the Blacksmith at The Clearing
The Clearing Folk School will host a demonstration by blacksmith Dan Nauman on Aug. 13 – 15 at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center at 12171 Garrett Bay Road in Ellison Bay.
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Eye On the Night Sky: Take the Time to Look Up
This is the first of a monthly column regarding astronomy and the night sky. Members of the Door Peninsula Astronomical Society (DPAS) will, over future issues, bring readers articles, information, tidbits and updates regarding astronomy and events to watch for in the night sky.
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Door County Fair Kicks Off July 29
DOOR COUNTY FAIR July 29 – Aug. 2, 2015 John Miles Fair Park, 812 North 14th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay Grandstand Events Wednesday, July 29: Stock Car Racing, 6:30 pm Thursday, July 30: Lena Mini and Modified Tractor Pulls, 6:30 pm Friday, July 31: Farm Tractor Pull with the Schnell Aggravator, 6:30 pm Saturday, August 1: AMA Flat Track Motorcycle Racing, 7:00 pm Sunday, August 2: Demolition Derby, 1:30 pm Live Music Wednesday, July 29: Vic Ferrari, 7:30 – 11:00 pm Thursday, July 30: Johnny Wad Band, 7:30 – 11:30 pm Friday, July 31: Boogie & the Yo-Yo’z, 7:30 – 11:00 pm Saturday, August 1: Hurry Up Wait, 7:30 – 8:30 pm, Separate Ways, 9:00 – 11:30 pm Sunday, August 2: Let Me Be Frank Productions, 1:00 – 4:00 pm For more information and a complete schedule, visit doorcountyfair.
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Cherry Fest Returns to Lakeside Park
On Aug. 1, 7 am – 4 pm, come to Lakeside Park, Highway 57 in Jacksonport, for the 21st annual Cherry Fest. Savor the great food including fresh cherries, cherry brats and cherry hamburgers, as well as an assortment of cherry desserts.
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Inaugural Kite Festival is Set for Aug. 8
Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin will host its inaugural Kite Festival on Aug. 8 at Martin Park & Center Pointe Marina in Sturgeon Bay. This family fun event will open at 9 am with registration, children’s games and activities, face painting, and crafts.
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Summer Harvest Fest at Lautenbach’s Orchard Country Winery & Market
Lautenbach’s Orchard Country will host its annual Summer Harvest Fest on July 25 from 10 am – 5 pm. Enjoy complimentary wine and specialty food tasting featuring the popular tart Montmorency cherry.
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Drop-In Yoga Class at Dancin’ on the Door
A $5 drop-in yoga class taught by instructor Gretchen Geurts will be held at Dancin’ on the Door on July 29. The class will run from 9:45 – 10:45 am and is open for all levels of experience.
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Northern Lights Tour Heads to Crossroads
With its Northern Lights Tour, Wisconsin Public Television and UW-Extension will visit the northern reaches of Wisconsin so local citizens can learn about our state from local and University experts.
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Check Out Allis Chalmers Tractors at Liberty Grove’s Century Barn
On July 25 and 26 the Liberty Grove Historical Society will host its annual combined Antique Tractor Show and Arts & Crafts Fair, sharing the expansive Century Farm grounds overlooking Ellison Bay.
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Sail and Power Squadron Continues Series with “Anchoring”
On Aug. 1 from 9 – 11 am, the Door County Sail and Power Squadron will continue its 2015 Summer Seminar Series at SkipperBuds Quarterdeck Marina, Sturgeon Bay.
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Charlotte Lukes Leads Mushroom Workshop on July 31
On July 25 at 1 pm, explore a variety of journaling methods during Nature Journaling at The Ridges Cabins, 8288 Cty Q in Baileys Harbor. Craft your own journals, learn about jar journaling, try your hand at illustration, and take a hike to observe nature up close and personal.