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In the world of Wisconsin cocktails, the brandy Old Fashioned has long been king. Here’s how to order like a pro the next time you’re in search of a nightcap in Door County.
One way visitors can pay tribute to those who came before us and on whose land we live, work, and recreate is to learn a little about who they were, how they lived, and where to go to reflect on the Native American experience.
Door County is spectacular any time of year, and winter is no exception. Here are just a few ways to embrace the season and spend a few days exploring Door County’s unique events, fests, and fun.
Here are 10 things about Door County to be thankful for, whether you live in the heart of the peninsula or you’re getting excited for your very first visit.
When winter comes and the days are short, the key to not only surviving but thriving is having a positive mindset and embracing everything the season has to offer—inclement weather and limited daylight included.
This year, Friday, October 8 marks the 150th anniversary of the Peshtigo Fire that took place in Door County, one of the most destructive fires in US history.
Being mindful about your impact on an outdoor space can enhance your experience, help you slow down, pay attention to details, and feel more connected to a place.
In Door County restaurants, it’s common to find local ingredients like fresh produce, meats, and cheeses on the menu and on plates. But eating local in Door County isn’t just a food fad.
This autumn, we’re asking visitors to sign the Door County Pledge to demonstrate their commitment to exploring local communities and natural spaces responsibly.
Door County is one of the top places for fall color in the Midwest, but few people have seen it in all its autumn-time splendor from above—way, way above.
Here’s how Door County’s six hyperlocal, non-profit Friends Groups help protect and preserve our beloved state and county parks and how you can help support their efforts.
The nearly 1,200-mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail is the crown jewel of Wisconsin hiking. Hiking the IAT an absolutely iconic, bucket-list-level Wisconsin experience, and one that you can have while visiting Door County.
Door County is a water sports wonderland, and there is no shortage of ways to take advantage of it, whether you’re looking for a leisurely paddle or a high-speed adventure.
The Washington Island ferries are many things: places of community connections, access points to adventure, efficient ways to travel between the Door Peninsula and Washington Island, and experiences in and of themselves.
If you want an authentic and immersive Door County cherry experience, head to a pick-your-own orchard. There, you can pluck the fresh fruit from the trees, collect them in a pail as you explore a gorgeous orchard or farm.