Door County Living Early Summer 2006 by Door County Pulse

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PUBLISHERʼS NOTE

Serving Door County Since 1987

Life In Door County

W Brad Massey, Publisher

When the ice in Eagle Harbor broke loose from its winter grip sometime between March 31st and April 1st, it seemed early. I’ve always considered the departure of harbor ice the death knell of winter and a sunny reminder that good times are near. So the warm weather that precipitated the seasonal event was by no means unwelcome. This year marks my fifth winter spent north of the 45th parallel – something I would have thought inconceivable a decade ago, given my more southern roots. I’m not sure that I would have made it through the second winter if not for the change of pace and lifestyle that the “off season” presents. But, honestly, the more enticing incentive for muscling through cold Door County winters is, in short: summer.

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The late spring and early summer months provide for some beautiful sights and boundless activities in Door County. Spring blooms large on the peninsula, regularly providing an almost cliché beauty one finds on postcards and in paintings. As trillium takes over forest floors and cherry and apple trees explode with color, they remind me that I’ve made it through another winter season and the reward is right outside my door. As many, I take this reward in the form of golfing, sailing, fishing, island hopping, hiking, and yes, even yard work. Every year during the month of May or June I hear at least one person say it. Sometimes I hear it said while watching the first sunset in short sleeves and flip-flops. Other times it is professed on a boat, usually after leaving the same harbor that ice had covered only eighty days prior: “This is why we live here!” It’s like some self-affirming expression that we year-rounders use – a little reminder of sorts, to use this time wisely. Inherent in my version of this reminder is the notion of not taking it for granted, to remember this moment, and to make the very best of this most fantastic time and marvelous place. Spring/Summer 2006 Door County Living 5

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OUTSIDE IN DOOR Wildflowers discovering door countyʼs treasures ART SCENE Fine Art Gallery & School Barnsite and the Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art

TOPSIDE

Evidence of a Fish Story charter fishing in door county

HABITATS

Bringing Legacies Together Through Renovation Patricia Shoppe

ART SCENE

Furniture-Maker, Sculptor, and Jewelry-Maker Angela Lensch

CAMEOS

Dedicated to a Life of Service Denise Bhirdo

HISTORY

Finding “Door County Beautiful” one historianʼs discovery of the roots of tourism

ART SCENE

The Abstract Soul the art of Geoffrey Lardiere

FAIRWAYS

Bay Ridge the 40th anniversary of a golf course

DOOR COUNTY MAP Map of Door County

ON YOUR PLATE

Healthy Casual Bluefront Café

RESTAURANT GUIDE

A guide to dining in Door County

LODGING GUIDE

Where to stay in Door County

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CONTRIBUTORS

spring/summer 2006 Publisher Brad Massey Editor David Eliot Associate Editors Sara Massey Madeline Johnson Copy Editor Allison Vroman Photography Director Dan Eggert Contributing Editors Frances Burton Charlie Calkins Christine Callsen Julia Chomeau Vinni Chomeau Myles Dannhausen, Jr. Mariah Goode Madeline Johnson Megan O’Meara Sam Perlman Cinnamon Rossman Jessica Sauter Peter Sloma Allison Vroman Advertising Sales Madeline Johnson Scott Orgel Door County Living magazine is published four times annually by: Door County Living, Inc. P.O. Box 606, Ephraim, WI 54211. Comments We welcome your inquiries, comments, and submissions. E-mail us at: info@dcliv.com or simply call us at 920-854-7550. Advertise For advertising rates and information, please e-mail us at: advertising@dcliv.com or simply call us at 920-854-7550. Subscribe Door County Living is available free of charge at select locations on the Door Peninsula. Why not have it delivered directly to your door? To order an annual subscription, please send $16.00 to Subscription - Door County Living, P.O. Box 606, Ephraim, WI 54211. To change your address or inquire about the status of your subscription, please contact us in writing at the address above, or by e-mail at: subscription@dcliv.com No portion of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission by the publisher. ©2006 Door County Living, Inc. All rights reserved. Unsolicited materials must be accompanied with return postage. Door County Living magazine assumes no liability for damage or loss.

Frances Burton has lived in Ephraim for the past 15 years. She is the author, with her husband Paul, of three books of local history. She and Aurelia Stampp are the editors of Celebrating Door County’s Wild Places and the authors of the national award-winning 101 Wildflowers of the Ridges Sanctuary. Their most recent collaboration is the recentlypublished Door County’s Wildflowers, A Field Guide for the Curious. Charlie Calkins is a retired geography professor, a part-time Door County resident, and an inveterate collector of printed material related to the county. In his spare time he operates the Badger Bibliophile, a business specializing in buying and selling gently used Wisconsin books and maps. His wares are sold at several antique malls in the state, including the Peninsula Antique Center in Egg Harbor. 1. Christine Callsen has been spending her summers on the Door Peninsula for most of her life, and moved here year-round in 2003. She is a Sales Associate/Owner-Partner with Horseshoe Bay Farms Realty, and has previously worked for numerous Door County arts organizations as well as her family business, Main Street Market. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 with a degree in theatre, she worked for the Wisconsin State Legislature before finding herself drawn back to Door County’s diverse arts scene. In addition to selling real estate, spending time with her fiancé, reading books, and watching reruns of The West Wing, she finds time to perform in or direct several theatrical productions each year and is the Artistic Director for Isadoora Theatre Company. 2. Julia Chomeau was born and raised in Door County. A mother of two exhausting children she continues to keep her finger on the pulse of the community. Julia is addicted to volunteering and stays far too busy. She lives in Ephraim with her husband, Steve, and her children, Ian and Gretchen. 3. Myles Dannhausen, Jr., a native of the Door peninsula, is a freelance writer, former owner of Husby’s Food & Spirits, a committee member for the Gibraltar School Board, and basketball coach for Gibraltar students. In his free time, Myles enjoys reading and enthusiastically following his favorite sports.

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4. Dan Eggert, currently the Photo Editor of the Peninsula Pulse newspaper, has been involved in the Door community since 1995. He is a freelance photographer whose work has appeared in Fox Cities Magazine and Balistreri’s Gallery of Fine Art. His prints are currently available at the offices of Door County Living and the Peninsula Pulse.

5. Mariah Goode is a founding partner of GBH Consulting, a local firm specializing in municipal planning, environmental policy research, and organizational strategic planning. She is president of the Door County Green Fund board, a member of the Door County Economic Development Corporation Attainable Housing Committee, and a contributor to the Peninsula Pulse. In her free time – which has become scarce since having a baby in January 2005 (Thelonious Jacob Goode) – she likes to walk the beach with her dog Lucy, watch Law & Order episodes with her cat Celie, do yoga, read, drink wine, travel, and spend time in the darkroom developing her black and white photographs.

6. Madeline Johnson, born in Stevens Point, WI and raised in Dubuque, IA has been coming to Door County since her youth. While earning her BA from Northwestern University, Madeline began spending her summers in Door County. Since her first season here in 1998, Madeline has become a fulltime resident and, just recently, a homeowner – giving her the unwitting ability to not only identify tools, but also to register impassioned opinions about them to anyone who will kindly listen. In addition to exploring the curious sub-world of hardware stores during her ever-vanishing free time, she is a co-owner of the Peninsula Pulse newspaper and looks forward to the day when she can resume her life as an active sailor. 7. Sam Perlman, besides writing regularly for Door County Living and the Door County Advocate/Resorter Reporter, is the Economic Development Manager for the Door County Economic Development Corporation, where he is involved with a number of initiatives designed to enhance the vitality and variety of the local economy. Prior to working for DCEDC, he was the Program Director for the Peninsula Art School in Fish Creek. In past lives in Chicago and New York City, Sam has worked as a talent agent, a marketing executive and a dot-communist. He is a trained musicologist with a BA in Music and a minor in Russian and East European Studies from Grinnell College (IA).

8. Cinnamon Rossman is a native of Door County and is currently working as Development and Events Assistant at Peninsula Art School. She is also an artist herself, doing freelance commissions in murals and decorative finishing. She has also been involved in a number of performance art productions in Milwaukee and is now making the push for current, cutting edge art in the Door peninsula. 9. After spending the summers of her youth commuting from Iowa City, IA to Ephraim, Jessica Sauter made Door County her permanent home in 2002. Jessica is now a Realtor and works at Properties of Door County, LLC. When she is not in the office, she enjoys taking advantage of the outdoors (though this often means ending up in the hammock with a good book!) as well as spending time with friends and family. Peter Sloma operates The Peninsula Bookman, a used and new bookstore in Fish Creek. Peter is co-editor of the literary section of the Peninsula Pulse, and also manages the gallery guide and events calendar for the Pulse. While most days he can be found at his desk in the store, he is always scheming to find a way to spend more of his time on the water.

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10. Since graduating from college in May 2003, Allison Vroman has kept life interesting by backpacking in New Zealand, snowboarding the peaks of Colorado, and spending her summers and falls in Door County. Now in her sixth season, Allison is a writer and editor for the Peninsula Pulse.

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OUTSIDE IN DOOR BY FRANCES BURTON PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAUL BURTON

Wildflowers

discovering door countyʼs treasures

Blue Eyed Grass. Photo by Bill May

Treasure hunts aren’t just for little kids.

Door County offers kids of all ages an opportunity to hunt for compelling treasures—hundreds of unique wildflowers. The prospect of seeing Blue-Eyed Grass or a Dragon’s Mouth or a Ram’s Head has lured many a couch potato outdoors on a personal treasure hunt. Numerous species of wildflowers are in glorious bloom in late May through early July, making it an ideal time to go searching. Although a few wildflowers are exceedingly rare, Door County has more total species than any county in Wisconsin, so anyone willing to walk a little and look a lot is almost guaranteed to find something intriguing. There are a few rules of the hunt, however: stay on the trail, don’t trespass on private property, and most important—don’t pick or dig! So lace up your hiking boots, grab a field guide (invaluable for identifying the flowers you locate), and hit the trail. As you plan your hunt, remember that where you hike will determine what flowers you see. Wildflowers don’t spring up haphazardly—each has a specific habitat in which it thrives.

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A deciduous woods is a good place to start, and there you’re likely to find Big White Trillium. In late spring, this spectacular white flower carpets many of Door County’s forest floors. The flowers are often so large

Striped Coralroot

and grow so profusely that they resemble patches of snow in the woods. As the trillium blossoms age, they change from clear white to delicate pink. Also growing in the woods, but more difficult to spot, are the peculiar green flowers of Solomon’s Seal. Keep an eye out for clusters of delicate bell-shaped flowers dangling beneath an arching stem. You may have to gently lift the plant’s leaves in order to see the flowers. The name comes from distinctive scars on the root that are said to look like King Solomon’s official seal. You’ll need to be alert to discover Striped Coralroot poking up through dead leaves, but this peculiarlooking orchid is quite a find. It has striped, reddishpink flowers arranged along

an upright stalk—but no green leaves. It derives its nourishment from the dead and decaying roots of other plants and thus has no need to photosynthesize. While you’re in the woods, look for White Baneberry (often called “Dolls’ Eyes”), Clintonia (dainty yellow lilies), Bunchberry (low-growing flowers that look like miniature white corsages), and Canada Mayflower (also known as “Wild Lily of the Valley”). Your field guide will help with identifications. Wild Strawberry grows in sunny portions of the woods, at wood-edges, and in meadows. Five white petals and a yellow center make the flower easy to identify. The tiny red berries that appear later in summer are miniatures of cultivated strawberries but far sweeter. As you work your way toward the edge of the woods and into nearby meadows, you may discover Wood Betony and Indian Paintbrush. With fernlike leaves and a cluster of yellowish hooded flowers, Wood Betony is distinctive. It’s often called Lousewort because of the mistaken belief that cattle grazing on it became liceridden. Indian Paintbrush catches the eye with its cluster of what appears to be brilliant red petals. Up close you can see that the “petals” are scarlet-tipped bracts (small leaves). They give the flower its name—it looks like a paintbrush dipped into red paint. In mid-to-late June, you’re sure to encounter Wild Columbine, which grows along the edges of woods and in other semi-sunny places.

Its five red and yellow petals curve gracefully upward, ending in closed spurs that have fancifully been described as looking like a ring of five doves. “Columbine” means “dove.” Wild Columbine was once suggested as America’s national wildflower, because the spurs look a bit like eagles’ talons. Common Flax is among the many wildflowers that thrive in Door County’s open meadows. Drifts of this vivid blue flower spreading across a field provide a visual treat for a brief time in mid-June. Beauty is second to utility with flax, however. Fibers from its stems have been used since antiquity to make linen cloth, and oil from its seeds, known as linseed oil, is a component of oilcloth, linoleum, and paint. Blue-Eyed Grass, a member of the Iris Family, also grows in meadows. Often nearly hidden by its grasslike foliage, the tiny, bright blue flowers have six petals surrounding a yellow “eye.” Look for this delicate little flower on sunny days, because it doesn’t open in cloudy weather. A visit to a damp, evergreen forest, such as The Ridges Sanctuary, provides an opportunity to find many unusual varieties of wildflowers. In late spring, Dwarf Lake Iris, Gaywings, and Starflower spread out like a colorful carpet. Aptly named, Dwarf Lake Iris is a beautiful little iris, just three inches tall. Although it grows in profusion in the Ridges, it is a rare plant, found only in a few places in Wisconsin and Michigan and is listed as “threatened” by the

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Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Lowgrowing Gaywings has been described as looking like a miniature magenta airplane with a yellow propeller. Starflower is named for the seven-pointed star formed by its white petals. The flower is an anomaly in the plant world where few species have flower parts in multiples of seven. Some plants grow in water, and bridges that cross waterfilled swales in the Ridges provide an opportunity to see unique wildflowers that would otherwise require wading. The carnivorous Wood Betony

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OUTSIDE IN DOOR Pitcher Plant sends up tall, umbrella-shaped maroon flowers in mid-to-late June. Its colorful, pitcher-shaped leaves hold water and give the plant its name. Insects, attracted by the leaves’

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color, crawl in and can’t get out. Their bodies provide nourishment for the plant, which slowly digests them. Other plants growing in or near water are Buckbean and Bog Rosemary. Buckbean’s blossoms look like frosty, white, five-pointed stars. Bog Rosemary has small pinkish, urn-shaped flowers. Its leaves look and smell like garden rosemary, but it is poisonous to both livestock and humans. Finding a brightly-colored native orchid is a satisfying way to end a day of hunting for wildflowers, and with over 27 species, Door County is the ideal place to look. Although some orchids are tiny and rather drab, others, such as the brilliant pink Dragon’s Mouth, are spectacular. Two upright petals and a drooping lower

petal give it the appearance of a fairy tale dragon’s head with its tongue hanging out. You’ll have to get your feet wet and dirty to see this beautiful orchid because it grows only in bogs, but it’s well worth messy shoes and a long trek. Lady’s Slippers are Door County’s most familiar orchids. Named for their large, pouch-shaped flowers, four species grow in the county and each is exquisite. Rarest is the elegant little Ram’s Head Lady’s Slipper that blooms for a short time in early June. With a blossom the size of a fingertip, it is difficult to spot in its habitat of dark, damp woods. By contrast Yellow Lady’s Slipper blooms freely in woods and along roadsides during much of June. It is Door County’s official flower. Pink Moccasin and Showy Lady’s Slipper are less abundant, thanks to being favorite snacks for browsing deer. The large, pink and white flower of Showy Lady’s Slipper is unmistakable. Its scientific name means “queen,” because many believe it to be the most beautiful of all wildflowers. wildflower is Every beautiful in its own way, however, and every flower has a story. Hunting for them can become addictive. Literally hundreds of species grow in Door County, and finding all of them could be a lifetime project. But no matter how many or how few you encounter, each identification brings a real sense of accomplishment. Happy hunting!

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ART SCENE BY MARIAH GOODE PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAN EGGERT

fine art gallery & school

Barnsite and the Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art

2006 Workshops

Workshops feature Master-level instructors and are geared for full-time art students or serious beginners. Call or visit the Barnsite website for faculty biographies, costs, and further information.

Most people on their way to or from Door County probably have not stopped in Kewaunee, even if they’ve opted to take the Highway 42 “scenic route,” other than briefly to re-fuel. They are missing out, it should be noted, by not visiting Barnsite and the Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art.

Figure Drawing, Painting, and Modeling Co-op

9:00 - 12:00 every Saturday. No instructor, though live models. Open to all skill levels.

Sculpture

“Portrait in Clay” with Bren Sibilsky. 9:00 - 4:00 Friday-Sunday, June 16-18. “Stone Carving” with Mary and Ken Davidson. 9:00 - 2:30 Friday-Sunday, July 21-23. “Bronze Casting” with Mary and Ken Davidson. 9:00 - 2:30, Monday-Saturday, July 24-29.

Painting

“Master Workshop in Oils” with Chinese Master Jove Wang. 9:00 - 4:00, MondayFriday, June 26-30 and July 3-7. 15-student maximum. “Plein Air” with Ann Templeton. 9:00 - 4:00, Wednesday-Friday, August 9-11. “Plein Air” with Ken De Waard. 9:00 - 4:00, Friday-Sunday, August 18-20. “Oil” with Diane Rath. 9:00 - 4:00, Wednesday-Friday, October 4-6.

Drawing

Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art Summer Intensive. 9:00 - 5:00, Monday-Friday, July 24-28, and/or 9:00 - 5:00 Monday-Friday, July 31-August 4. 10-student maximum.

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Portrait studio where Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art classes are held.

In August 2001, Norma Bell and Dick Bell established Barnsite, a fine art gallery, school, and purveyor of fine art supplies, with the mission of advocating for the arts nationally and locally. Then, in 2005, they founded the Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art, a school devoted to re-establishing the high standards of traditional craft in

The academy provides the highest level of instruction in classical drawing methods for students wishing to pursue careers as professional artists and fine art instructors.

drawing and painting.

Circuitous paths led Norma and Dick to Kewaunee. They were married for 17 years, divorced for 20, then reunited six years ago. They have lived together and individually on both coasts and in several Midwestern locations. A graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Art, Norma has worked as a professional artist for over 30 years, first as an art director and designer in retail advertising for traditional department stores and then as creative director for a large retail chain in the San Francisco Bay area. Dick graduated

from the University of Washington and The Principia College in Illinois; he describes the handful of art history courses he took as “the most important and beneficial” in his education. He spent his career selling and managing sales of large printing equipment, living in at least a dozen U.S. locations as well as Beijing, China and Lyons, France, and visiting fine art museums around the world. “Our decision to purchase the ‘Barn’ was spontaneous,” notes Norma, although, “I’d long had a desire to have a studio and an art school of some type.” Six years ago, each living on opposite coasts, they met for a visit in Green Bay and saw the barn in a real estate guide. Neither “had ever been in a barn before we looked at this one,” says Dick. Nor did they have any family or ties in Wisconsin, but they continue to be delighted with their decision to settle here. Barnsite opened with a 5,200 square foot facility comprising the lower level of a turn-of-the-century dairy barn. An additional 4,500 square feet of the barn has since been restored and converted to house Barnsite’s

expanding activities. For those who love old barns, the structure housing Barnsite is itself a work of art: great care was taken during the conversion to maintain the barn’s architectural and historical integrity.

“Barns & Farms” 2006 National Juried Exhibition From June 11 through July 4, 2006, Barnsite will feature its fourth annual “Barns & Farms” exhibition. Established in direct support of the Smithsonian Barn Again! national traveling exhibition, located in Kewaunee in 2003, “Barns & Farms” received in its first three years nearly 2,000 entries from 36 states. The exhibition seeks to remind visitors that the farm represents tradition, a strong work ethic, independence, annual renewal, large families with continued close ties, gratitude, and honesty, and that these ideals, as well as the historic landscape itself, are threatened by the practices of modern agriculture. Modern practices are also eliminating thousands of unique barns and farmhouses, the roots of many American architectural styles and in some cases landmark buildings.

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ART SCENE The educational component of Barnsite’s mission is achieved by inviting nationally and internationally renowned artists to bring their experiences and expertise to students in short-term workshops. These workshops are grounded in the principle that artists should learn, practice, and develop their skills in the great classical European tradition, which posits study of the human figure as a major part of painters’ and sculptors’ development. Barnsite’s spacious gallery houses a diverse and dynamic collection from regionally and nationally known artists. Norma explains that, “We represent about 12 painters – primarily oil – and sculptors in the Representational manner. We are constantly looking, though, for living Master painters and future Master painters to represent. Our exhibitions change about every four weeks and feature two to four of our artists.” This year the gallery will host the Alla Prima International Exhibit and “Paint Out,” including domestic and international painters. Visitors in June and early July will also see the fourth annual “Barns & Farms” national juried exhibition, one of only two national exhibitions held in Wisconsin each year. Sharing the Barnsite space, the Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art is an Accredited Atelier, with 18 students ranging in age from 17 to over 60. The word “atelier” is a French term

for studio or workshop, but has been used since the 1600s to describe a place where art students apprentice under a Master Artist. Ten years ago, there were only a handful of ateliers in the world, art instruction techniques having turned away in the past century from traditional methods. Today, however, due to increasing demand for classical training, over a dozen academies and 50 ateliers may be found, primarily in the U.S. and in Florence, Italy. In the Midwest, there are two ateliers in Minneapolis and one in Chicago.

And now, the Midwest has the Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art (KAFA). Dick proudly says, “Imagine! We are in a tiny town, 200 miles from any major city, and have basically filled our classes and increased our capacity twice since we opened the academy less than two years ago.” Like the Barnsite workshops, KAFA is dedicated to the study of realistic representation in the European tradition. The KAFA, however, offers students a long-term, concentrated, personalized program, accepting students who aspire to work as artists on a professional level. Artistic Director Craig Blietz, a still-life and portrait painter well known to Door County residents and visitors, states that, “We have assembled a cohesive

and balanced faculty of people who are not only talented artists but effective teachers, each of whom bring their own strengths and teaching style to the artistic process. Witnessing the progress and performance of our students over the past year, we know we are fulfilling our mission of enabling students to gain the knowledge they’ll need to achieve their goals as representational artists.” The overall objective of the academy is to provide an atmosphere in which students “learn to see” through the development of skills and knowledge in the visual arts. Blietz explains, “Our objective is to provide our students with a thorough training in representational drawing and direct painting. We achieve this through undertaking a logical progression of exercises taken from the great training institutions that date as far back as and before the Renaissance. Along the way, we make sure that students’ individual needs and objectives are respected and monitored.” While artists of all skill levels are encouraged to apply, enrollment is limited. Accepted students meet several times per week with a highly skilled professional painter/educator and are expected to commit to additional hours of individual work. Each May/June, at the end of the academy year, a student/ faculty exhibit is a held.

Contact Information and Directions

Barnsite is open daily 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Barnsite and the KAFA are located at 109 Duvall Street, one block east of its intersection with Highway 42 (1/4 mile north of the bridge in Kewaunee). Norma Bell, Owner Barnsite Art Studio & Gallery and Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art Phone: (920) 388-4391 Website, Barnsite: www.barnsiteartstudio.com E-mail, Barnsite: info@barnsiteartstudio.com Website, KAFA: www.kewauneeacademy.com E-mail, KAFA: info@kewauneeacademy.com One of several individual studios for students. 16 Door County Living Spring/Summer 2006

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Celebrating 51 Years! Abraham & Ginka Cohn welcome you to their studio gallery

north of Fish Creek off Hwy 42. 3915 Gibraltar Road Fish Creek, WI 920.868.3371 Open 12 to 5pm - Closed Thursday (except by appointment)

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Hwy. 42 north of Sister Bay to Waters End Rd. - turn right to entrance

You are cordially invited to visit the new Liberty Park Town Homes development just north of Sister Bay. The development will consist of duplex town homes and single family homes constructed in a beautiful pristine wooded bluff area.

Offered by Professional Realty of Door County 733 S. Bay Shore Drive, Sister Bay 920-854-4994 www.profrealtydc.com www.libertyparktownhomes.com

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Upcoming Door County Celebrations Olde Ellison Bay Days

lde Ellison Bay Days, June 23rd – 25th, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Sponsored by the Ellison Bay Men’s Club, this threeday event kicks off with a talent show on Friday night at the North Fire Station. Apart from enjoying the amateur talent, locals show up to see who will be crowned King and Queen of Ellison Bay. Afterwards, there is an ice cream social at Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church. Saturday morning, 60-70 Midwestern artists set up their booths at the Ellison Bay Community Center for the annual juried art show. The Olde Ellison Bay Days parade begins at 11:00 am and features numerous floats and musicians from the county. Live music will also be performed in front of Mink River Basin and at the town gazebo, which is also where the raffle is held. Throughout the day, there will be lots of food, beverages and activities happening everywhere. A new addition to the line-up is the Hole in One game where golfers try their luck at hitting a golf ball onto a floating green in the bay for a $100 prize. The Auto Show is another highlight of this long running festival. It takes place on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the historical property across the street from Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church. Spectators can have a close look at the 40-50 classic and antique cars, such as a 1924 Ford Model T and 1923 Reo Truck. For more information on the parade or any of the

events, please contact (920) 854-4795.

hough considered part of the “quiet side” of Door County, Jacksonport is anything but quiet during the annual Maifest over Memorial Day weekend. For 34 years, tourists and locals alike have attended the festival at Lakeside Park as a way to kick off the new season. Geared towards family fun, visitors gather in the park for carnival games, moon jumps and the Randy Peterson interactive show for children with singing and instruments. The parade through town begins at 10:30 am and includes colorful floats and marching bands.

announce the local winners of the $5,000 scholarships set aside for continuing education. Another main feature of Maifest is the juried art show that also takes place at Lakeside Park and features artists from the Midwest. The championship game for men’s softball happens on Saturday at the newly improved town ballpark. On Sunday, runners are encouraged to participate in either the 10K run or the 2-Mile Fun Run that begins and ends at the park. Spectators can also cheer on their favorite team in the horse pull; between 10 and 15 teams of horses pull weighted sleds for prizes. Food and music are available throughout the weekend,

At noon, the coronation of the Wisconsin Cherry Queen takes place at the park. Also, the Jacksonport Advancement Corporation, the Maifest sponsor, will

in particular a traditional fish boil at 11:30 am on Saturday and Sunday. For more information and an updated calendar of events, visit www.jacksonport.org

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hat does a winter witch have to do with a summer festival? In Ephraim this year, as for the past 42 years, the symbolic winter witch is burned in a Norwegian traditional ritual to signify the end of winter and to celebrate the beginning of summer. This all takes place at the annual festival, Fyr Bal, just before the summer solstice from June 16th-18th. All-day music begins on Saturday morning from 8:00 am and the activities continue throughout the day into the night. Most of the events take place at the Ephraim Village Hall: a raffle and silent auction with tempting gift certificates and merchandise (raffle tickets now available at Ephraim Visitor’s Center and local banks), all day food, an arts and crafts show, and activities for kids. Free trolleys run throughout the village so that people can park north and south of town. When the bonfires are lit up and down the shoreline, the festivities continue on with a must-have fish boil. Young girls from the village dress up in traditional handmade costumes and perform Norwegian dancing and singing. The highlight of the evening is the Chieftain ceremony, where the new Chieftain is announced and arrives by boat. Village locals vote on a resident who has done exceptional volunteer work for Ephraim or has otherwise impacted the community. To add to the celebration, there is a fireworks show at dusk. For more information, call (920) 854-4989 or go to www. ephraim-doorcounty.com.

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EXHIBIT II: JUNE 17 - JULY 18 Featured artists Alex Brand, Deb Brilla, Flora M. Langlois, Bonnie Paruch, PSA & John A. Sayers. Reception to meet the artists, Sat. June 17, 4-7pm. Artist intros/ talks at 5pm. Refreshments served.

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Midsummer’s Music Festival A

s with so many good things in life, Midsummer’s Music Festival began as a conversation among friends. And, as often happens in Door County, those friendships were formed amid the excitement of building a long dreamed of home on the peninsula. In this case the home belonged to Jim and Jean Berkenstock, longtime visitors to Door County, and principal bassoonist and flutist, respectively, for the Lyric Opera of Chicago. In a sense, their story is all about building – friendships, a home, a thriving musical organization, a community of musicians and music lovers, and the amazing things that can happen when people follow their dreams. The idea for an early summer music festival grew out of conversations between Jim Berkenstock and Bob Hastings. Jim and Jean had met Bob through Hugh Mulliken in the course of building their home near Gills Rock in the late 1980s. Their mutual interest in music and in creating cultural offerings in Door County during the “shoulder” seasons soon led to meetings with many other like-minded enthusiasts. Early on, the name Midsummer’s Music was floated as a connection to the summer solstice (a time joyfully celebrated in areas of Scandinavian heritage). And soon, planning for a first season in 1991 began, with five

concerts arranged around Ephraim’s Fyr Bal Festival (itself a solstice celebration). A total of eight musicians performed that first season including several who are still in the ensemble: Bill Koehler, Mel Warner, Walter Preucil, and Jean and Jim Berkenstock. Stephanie Preucil was in attendance that year, but didn’t perform (she has every year since). During those early days The Peninsula Arts Association offered much needed logistical and financial

support. And, a key figure throughout this period was Alicia Mulliken, who volunteered many hours to help organize and implement the festival. As the organization grew over the years, concerts were added, new venues were tried, new musicians came to play, and a wider audience began to experience extraordinary and exciting programs for piano, winds and strings in historic, romantic and

intimate settings all around the Door Peninsula. Summer 2006 marks the 16th Anniversary Season for Midsummer’s Music Festival under the artistic direction of Jim Berkenstock. Twentytwo performances are scheduled for the June/July season, with four more taking place over the Labor Day weekend. A Holy Week performance of The Seven Last Words of Christ, and two Renaissance Christmas concerts in December have become popular annual events. And, Midsummer�s Music is proud to again present the renowned Pro Arte String Quartet at Björklunden Lodge on May 10th. Happily, Jim and Jean’s dream has evolved into the delightful reality that is Midsummer’s Music today. Musicians from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Lyric Opera of Chicago, the Pro Arte Quartet, and artist/faculty from leading Midwest universities come to Door County throughout the year to combine their talents in some of the most inspiring classical music performances one is likely to hear anywhere. If you’ve never attended a concert, dress is casual, and the atmosphere is welcoming. For information please visit www. midsummersmusic.com or call (920) 854-7088.

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TOPSIDE BY ALLISON VROMAN

Evidence of a Fish Story charter fishing in door county

I’ve always thought the best way to see Door County was from the water, looking back toward the peninsula. Whether paddling a kayak along the shoreline of Lake Michigan or island hopping aboard a sailboat in Green Bay, there is nothing better than peering at the sandy beaches, rugged bluffs, and quaint villages and being able to say, “I live here.” From the countless sunrise paddles to sunset sails, it’d be tough to say I’ve ever had a bad experience on one of these awe-inspiring, miniadventures. However, ask me how many times I’ve gone fishing, much less caught a fish, during my time in Door County and I might be too embarrassed to answer. After my cheeks flushed a telling crimson, I’d probably regroup and launch into a story, a fish story. Hopefully by the end of my discourse of intricately weaved details, some real and some imagined, I’d have convinced the listener I wasn’t a complete failure when it came to fishing.

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Fishing with Reel Action Sport Fishing Charters.

Let’s just say if I were to ever need cold, hard evidence of my fishing excursions I’d need to enlist the help of an expert. Thankfully, the harbors and marinas along the Door Peninsula are sprinkled with charter fishing companies whose U.S. Coast Guard certified captains have flourished by taking individuals such as myself, and those with more experience, fishing. According to Scott Gutschow, owner of Reel Action Sport Fishing Charters, Inc. of Sturgeon Bay, “The last three years have been record book years. The fishing is so good it’s an experience you’ll be able to tell your grandkids about.” After such successful trips the last few seasons, captains of the charter boats around the county can almost guarantee customers will catch fish on their trips; however, despite the majority of trips that “limit out” – where all patrons catch the maximum number of fish allowed by regulations – it seems no one wants to jinks the trend. “I hate to say it,” Gutschow continues, “but it’s got to come to an end sometime.” Reel Action and more than ten other outfits, some running multiple boats, offer trips out of Sturgeon Bay – one of the greatest locations in all of the Great Lakes for charter fishing. The canal offers easy access to both Green

Bay and Lake Michigan. The close proximity to a fish hatchery, Strawberry Creek (the northernmost site on the peninsula where the DNR stocks fish), as well as the Bank Reef all contribute to the trophy catches around Sturgeon Bay. It is thought that even if the fishing were to slow down around the county the Bank Reef, a perfect natural playground for fish of all types, would likely remain a hotspot. If the group booking the charter values the views while on board as

much as the time spent reeling in a catch, heading further north along the peninsula is a viable alternative. There are a number of charter companies who call Baileys Harbor home base. After leaving the town Municipal Marina or the Baileys Harbor Yacht Club Marina and depending upon where the fish are biting, captains have the choice of heading south toward Cave Point and Whitefish Dunes State Park,

heading north toward the opening of Moonlight Bay and Cana Island Lighthouse, or heading straight out into Lake Michigan. Considering most charter trips typically occur at sunrise or sunset, this experience tends to be postcard perfect. Continuing the trek north along the peninsula will result in a lesser concentration of fishing charter companies. A handful of boats run charters from Gills Rock, Ellison Bay, Rowleys Bay, and there is even a charter company on Washington Island. Mike Stults, Captain of Reel Dreams Salmon Charters, boasts his island locale offers him “the capability of fishing calm waters almost everyday. Leaving from Jackson Harbor,” he says, “I can usually find a place to hide from most any weather.” The variety of places where people can step from the dock to board a charter boat in Door County also leads to a great diversity in the species of fish caught throughout the season. As the shoreline warms up after the ice thaws, April and May become prime times for catching Brown Trout, Walleye, and Smallmouth Bass. As the season progresses, these fish are mixed in with Lake Trout and Rainbow Trout because many fish follow the temperature breaks toward the middle

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TOPSIDE of the lake. Another offshore find tends to be Steelhead, as they prefer colder waters. Heading into the end of June, King Salmon, also known as the Chinook Salmon, begin to lurk in the deep waters off the shores of the peninsula. By the time Door County’s tourist season has hit its stride, the fishing action around the peninsula has also reached a peak and an array of fish can be reeled in throughout the summer and fall. Reeling in these fish is the privilege of the paying customers aboard the charter trips; however, the work aspect falls on the shoulders of the captain and his or her first mate. Relying upon their years of experience as well as top of the line equipment, such as radar, sonar, GPS, and fishfinders, the crew sets and resets lines until the fish start to nibble. Generally, the proficiency with which these crews operate makes the waters surrounding Door County seem more like a pond in their own backyard than part of the Great Lakes System. Captain Andy Isaacson, a fisherman

with this level of experience, is one example. He started as a first mate for the Fish Doctor when he was 13, got his Captain’s License at 18, and now owns and has been operating his own charter company for nine years, Silver Strike Charter Fishing. Despite his years of experience, Isaacson attributes his success “partially to my youth. I’m

not afraid to try new things – I’m not stuck in my ways…It’s finding the right combination of what works and continually tweaking that.” An added benefit to having someone who has worked out the kinks and found the proper formula to catch fish is that charter companies also clean the fish. At the end of the trip the fish will be ready for patrons to take home in their own cooler. Some companies will even send the catch to one of the

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commercial fishing companies in the county for further processing. The Hickey Brothers Fish Market in Baileys Harbor, for example, will filet, steak, or even smoke the fish and then vacuum pack them. Another company, called Flying Fish, based out of Ephraim, specializes in shipping fish on dry ice throughout the United States. That way, the next time a customer has to think about the fish is not until they’re back at home grilling it for friends and family. If a package on my doorstep with vacuum-packed, frozen salmon filets weren’t cold and hard enough evidence to convince others of my fishing abilities, I’m not quite sure what it would take. I suppose a few photos of me reeling in a twenty-five pound salmon might not hurt. Besides, then I’d not only have visuals for the next time I told my fish story, I’d also have one more way of preserving the memories of well-spent day on the water in Door County.

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s boat-launching season nears, Yacht Works in Sister Bay is preparing for their 4th Annual Boat Show. This exceptional two-day event takes place over Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend, May 27th and 28th. Representatives from boat manufacturers Chris Craft, Everglades by Dougherty, and Cranchi will all be present to perform sea trials and demonstrations alongside Yacht Works’ extensive staff. “It’s a great opportunity for customers to actually try the products out and drive the boats on the water,” explained owner Russ Forkert. The boat show will have a

live remote radio broadcast on 95.1 FM to keep everyone informed of the weekend-long events. Apart from customers looking at boats on the water, they will also have the chance to see what is new in boating accessories, nautical gifts and clothing by visiting the Ship’s Store. The store, which opened in 2000, has proven to be a great addition to Yacht Works’ services, so much so that they will be opening a second location in Sturgeon Bay in midMay. For more complete information on the boat show, launch season, and marina services, visit www. yachtworks.net or call (920) 854-2124.

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CORMORANTS

What Role Do Double-Crested Cormorants Play in the Great Lakes Fisheries?

hose whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve visited the Door County shoreline in recent years may have noticed an increased number of a distinctive bird â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the cormorant. Current studies are slowly revealing the impact these birds have on the Great Lakes ecosystem. A relative of the pelican, Double-crested Cormorants have a four-foot wingspan and an orange throat pouch that they use to hold fish. They dive to relatively great depths (5-25 feet) to catch fish. Cormorants feed primarily on small, mostly non-commercial, shallowwater fish, such as Alewife, Rainbow Smelt, and Yellow Perch. Commercially fished species are typically taken in small amounts. The US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) estimates that the continental population is about two million birds, of which 70 percent are concentrated around the Great Lakes and prairie region of Canada, with five colonies on northern Lake Michigan. Cormorants typically nest on islands with many other species that are protected or threatened, such as the Great Egret, Caspian Tern, Common Tern, and the Black-crowned Night Heron. The Double-crested Cormorant went from occasionally flying through the Great Lakes basin during migration to expanding their range and colonizing in the Great Lakes starting in 1913. They have gone from being placed on the threatened and endangered species list in 1972, after being devastated by DDT and PCBs, to currently expanding beyond historical populations and

being questioned for their impact on recreational and commercial fish populations. The cormorant population increase could be attributed to pollution controls that have lowered toxic contamination amounts, federal and state protection, and an ample food supply of fish that are easy to catch, such as Alewives in their breeding areas and fish from aquaculture ponds in their southern wintering areas. There have been

determine the quantity and species of consumed fish. A statistical model will be created to determine the annual mortality for Yellow Perch populations that are attributed to cormorant depredation. Mortality rate models already exist to account for the impacts of commercial fishing and sport fishing. This study will assist the DNR in determining the impact of cormorants on commercial fish populations. These studies are an essential

Lake Michigan need to be controlled, the DNR will manage the control efforts. In the meantime, until the studies are complete and a plan is established, the Double-crested Cormorant is protected by the Federal Migratory Bird Act, and depredation orders and permits must be obtained to take any control efforts such as taking or disturbing cormorants, eggs and nests. These permits are typically only issued to address specific damage when all other forms

Cormorants, once a threatened species, are now seeing a dramatic increase in their numbers.

complaints from the public and commercial fishing industry in Door County that cormorant depredation is reducing recreational and commercial fish populations. The relationships between the local populations are currently being studied. The University of WisconsinMadison and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are studying the diet of cormorants on Cat Island in Green Bay. The study involves testing the digestive system of cormorants to

component to establishing control needs, and methods of control that are cost effective and efficient. The United States Fish and Wildlife Service, under the Federal Migratory Bird Act, was in charge of managing cormorant populations until the Public Resources Depredation Order extended authority of cormorant control to the Wisconsin DNR and area tribes. If it is determined that local cormorant populations in Green Bay and northern

of damage abatement have failed. For additional information in the Door County area contact the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Department in Sturgeon Bay. For general information on cormorant control visit the USFWS Question and Answer website page: www. fws.gov/migratorybirds/ issues/cormorant/FinalRule/ Q&As2003.htm

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HABITATS BY JESSICA SAUTER

The Patricia Shoppe

Bringing Legacies Together Through Renovation Originally built in the 1880s, the former Egg Harbor Town Hall was the site of town elections and public gatherings (including the popular Saturday Afternoon Movie showing) for over 100 years until finally closing its doors as a public meeting place and government building in 1990. A simple clapboard building with a slightly raised stage at one end, large windows symmetrically marching along both sides and an outhouse in the back, the town hall no longer could meet the needs of the modern town and its government. The building was sold and all government functions re-located to the current space on County Road I. The building then became home to the Towne Dresser, an antique shop. Former residents of Egg Harbor might be surprised to pass by the building today. Its traditional white exterior has been replaced with a cheerful pastel peach. It was painted as part of the extensive renovation to the building in 2005 by its new occupant, Patricia Shoppe. 30 Door County Living Spring/Summer 2006

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Patricia Shoppe was opened in the spring of 2001 by local businesswoman Erin Anchutz Bosman. But the story of Patricia Shoppe is actually much older. The original Patricia

Shoppe was located in Chicago and first opened its doors for business in 1937. Patricia McGrath Lind was the proprietress and also the greatgrandmother of Erin. The shop was an exclusive women’s boutique selling hats, gloves, jewelry, and clothing custom-designed by Patricia. The clientele ranged from working women to high-society socialites who were attracted to Patricia’s unique designs and dedicated customer service. Patricia moved the shop to another Chicago location in the mid-1950s and phased out the custom clothing line, bringing in ready-to-wear clothing lines while continuing to feature highquality accessories. The shop remained open until 1967. The elegance and high-style surrounding Patricia was a draw for her great-granddaughter. Visiting Patricia’s apartment in Chicago was “always an exciting and glamorous experience, from the front doorman to Patricia herself, garbed in haute couture and furs,” recalls Erin. “She would share

stories of the shop and its patrons. Patricia was an inspiration for me to open my own shop and continuing her legacy with a new Patricia Shoppe

seemed like the perfect tribute.” The current Patricia Shoppe echoes the original, featuring high-quality accessories and jewelry for women. With tradition and history built into the inspiration for Patricia Shoppe as a business, the idea of renovating a historical landmark for a new home never seemed too far from the realm of possibility. Erin and her husband, Kevin, were both raised in Door County and have ancestral ties to the area. They knew that the project would be extensive, but were committed to preserving a local piece of history. Though the previous owners had installed a well, septic system and indoor plumbing, there were structural problems that needed to be repaired immediately. The building had been constructed with a solid hand-hewn central beam running under the floor,

50 feet in length and more than a foot thick. The beam supported the foundation as well as the flooring, but time and dry rot had taken a toll and it needed to be replaced for the building to be safe. This also meant that the flooring would have to be lifted and after seeing the condition of the original pine flooring, the decision to replace it was made. It was discovered during this time that the building was slightly irregular and would always remain about two inches off, a testament to the many years the structure has withstood. More of the history of the building was discovered during this process. “When the town hall was originally built, Belgian Draft horses were commonly used to assist with the heavy hauling and lifting during construction. While we were replacing the beam and flooring, we discovered some wood scraps in

the crawl space that had horseshoe imprints on them, leading us to believe that horses were used to haul the beam into place,” says Erin. “Though most of the original beam was rotten, some

parts were okay and we are using them outside in the gardens.” New walls and plastering were also necessary after many years of the building settling on the stone foundation. Keeping as many of the original elements of the building as possible was important to Erin and Kevin. Though the pine floorboards had experienced cupping over the years and were no longer usable as flooring, Kevin was able to salvage some of the boards, plane them down and they are now used as trim around all of the windows in the shop. The flagpole that stands sentry over the front door has weathered many seasons and though most likely not the original timber, is certainly a reflection of the first one. The raised stage was walled off to create office and storage space. The linoleum flooring in this space recreates the pattern that was displayed in the main hall for many years. Erin decided that though the historical renovation of the structure

was important, she wanted the interior of the shop to reflect the era of the original Patricia Shoppe, rather than the early 1900s. The bathroom was

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HABITATS the first area to complete this feeling, with a black and white checkered tile floor reminiscent of the time and replica fixtures. The flooring for the main shop area is rustic cherry wood that was hand oiled, rather than varnished, using a historically correct technique for an authentic appearance. The bead board wainscoting was replaced with silk paneling, evoking the elegance of Patricia and her original shop. Extensive research led to choosing lighting fixtures that would have looked at home in the Chicago store and carefully selected antique display fixtures complete the stylish atmosphere. The new Patricia Shoppe opened its doors for business in the spring of 2005. Behind the former town hall, there is also a second structure on the property. Once home to the Egg Harbor Fire Department, this former fire station is also in need of restoration. And, as Patricia Shoppe

continues to grow, Erin and Kevin hope to renovate this building as well. “It would be wonderful to be able to preserve another piece of Egg Harbor’s history,” says Erin. “We were very

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ART SCENE BY CHRISTINE CALLSEN

furniture-maker, sculptor, and jewelry-maker

Angela Lensch

The word “passionate” is perhaps an over-used word for describing artists, particularly in the diverse arts community of Door County. But it is difficult to listen to artist, mother, and environmentalist Angela Lensch talk about her work and the philosophy behind it without the word “passionate” coming to mind. A young furnituremaker, sculptor, and jewelry-maker at the beginning of a promising career, Angela has a clearly articulated vision and a sense of purpose that belies her relatively recent emergence on the Door County arts scene.

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We sat down in a café on a sunny soon-to-be-spring day, and Angela explained the driving force behind her art. “Nature is my creative igniter, my motivation, and my greatest teacher,” she says. “I try to get people to see nature as an extension of themselves, and be aware of the interconnectedness between all living things.” With Native American and Asian tribal art among her influences, even the media she chooses to create her work out of reflects her philosophy. Angela takes wood, steel, iron, bronze, gemstones, leather, glass, and fabric and uses them to create objects as diverse as a delicate beaded necklace to a geometric steeland-glass coffee table.

The sheer breadth of her work is impressive. Her recent exhibit, “Inner

Light,” at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Sister Bay, featured what she calls her “Branch Lights.” These are cut cedar branches that have been debarked to bring out the wood’s natural glow, with lights placed behind it to represent the inner life force within the branches. Her work also extends to functional and beautiful tables and chairs made of forged steel, cast aluminum, and glass. In addition, Angela has spent years developing her “Spirit Ladies,” which are forged-steel and cedar sculptures; “Contemplation Chairs,” which are graceful seats carved from cedar and black walnut; and other sculptures made of red oak, cedar, and cast aluminum.

Angela describes her artistic process as a collaboration with nature, and cites Mother Nature as her greatest influence. The spiritual process is

as important to her as the product, and she sees her art as an extension of who and what she is. The materials she begins with also dictate her creative process. “Creating with wood is a very powerful experience, for each piece of wood has a life within itself waiting to come out, and I am the catalyst. Steel wants much more to be controlled and transformed. I love taking this hard, linear material and manipulating it into natural and sensitive curves filled with emotion.” When I asked Angela how she got her start as an artist, she just laughed. “Art is the only thing I was ever good at.” She went on to describe one of her early forays into sculpture when she built herself a wagon at age eight and took apart her roller skates to complete the project. “I grew up on a farm in Decorah, Iowa, and I think that’s why I always made things with a function, a purpose beyond what it said to me as art.” Throughout her childhood, Angela was constantly

observing nature and building things with her own hands, blurring the line between function and art. She began her formal study at the Kansas City Institute of Art, where she studied pottery and fiber arts. Wishing to expand her work to encompass all forms of three-dimensional art, she transferred to the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) and earned a double major in sculpture and furniture. As a student there, Angela explored working with metal, glass, and wood, and developed her methods of transforming everyday materials into graceful and fluid pieces of art. “My teachers always described me as ‘dancing with my work,’” Angela says with a smile. Taking one look at her extensive portfolio, it is easy to see why. The way her pieces seem to flow embodies a dance-like quality, as if she has infused life and spirit into these inanimate materials. Angela was introduced to Door County through her childhood friend and now significant other, Sern Olson. She felt immediately welcomed by the arts community here, and began showing work at the Franklin Woods Gallery in the summer of 2001. Angela made Door County her home in 2002, and went on to participate in the Emerging Artists Program at Peninsula Art School in 2003. Now there is no other place she could see herself. “The feeling I get from Door County inspires me to create more and more,

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ART SCENE because of the beauty of Mother Nature found here and the influence of all the wise women I have met here. I love the seasons, and the way Door County life follows those seasons, hibernating in the winter and coming out in spring.”

Collaborative projects like this are a major focus for Angela, who sees her work as taking place within a larger world of art and nature. Co-curator for the “Common Ground” exhibit that opened at the Hardy Center for the Arts in 2004, Angela, along with others, was responsible for pulling together visual artists as well as environmental educators to create a work that spoke to preserving our forests and green spaces. This exhibit has since traveled to Marinette/ Menominee in the summer of 2005, and will appear in Hilbert, Wisconsin later this year. She is also involved in the Door County Land Trust and Door County Green Fund.

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A big part of the artists’ community she has found in Door County is the Women’s Art Salon, an art marketing group aimed at giving female emerging artists a chance to learn more about art as a business and share ideas for how to succeed in the competitive market of fine art. The Salon serves as a support system as well as a breeding ground for new material. This September, the group, which includes potters, fiber artists, painters, a photographer, a papermaker, and a vocalist, will create a joint exhibition entitled “Art in the Barn.” The exhibit will be on display at the Off the Wheel Pottery Gallery, and will feature a

collaborative piece involving the art of each of the Women’s Art Salon members.

Since earning her degree from MCAD in 2001, Angela’s work has been exhibited in more than 25 shows throughout the Midwest, and eight galleries in Door County currently carry her work. Her future goals include creating a workshop series for children to incorporate learning about nature through art, and expanding her work to include further study in cast iron as well as forest trees. But Angela never loses sight of what she describes as her most important job - being a great mom to her two yearold son Leif and a partner to her significant other and collaborator Sern. “I hope my art will give people a sense of calm and peace,” she says as we emerge from the café into the sunshine. “But what I love about art is that you never know what someone is going to get out of it. Everyone has their own inner light, and I hope that through my art, I can reflect that light.”

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Bhirdo family homestead in Sister Bay is now the site of the Birchwood Lodge, near the intersection of State Highways 42 and 57. Her father Dennis is a Door County native, and Denise’s great, great-grandparents settled on the peninsula. In fact, the original family name was Bordeaux, just like the famous wine region. There are a couple of family stories as to how the name was changed to its unique current incarnation. One theory goes that the family felt “Bordeaux” was a bit too fancy for their new home in the United States, and altered the spelling. More likely, Denise says, “no one could pronounce it and someone changed it for them.”

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and service station business for many years. Denise’s first job was pumping gas at the stations her parents owned. After graduating from Gibraltar High School and living, working and attending school in both Green Bay and Denver, Denise, like her father, was ready to come home. In 1984, her parents purchased what became Bhirdo’s By The Bay. “I was ready to come back to a year round job in Door County,” Denise says. She told her parents, “We’ll try it for one year,” just to see how it went. “Here I am, 22 years later,” she says. “It was just meant to be!” Even though her parents brought her back to Door County “kicking and screaming” as an adolescent, Denise eventually realized that life on the peninsula was “calling my name.” Denise and her sister Michele Pluff purchased the successful Sister Bay business from their parents about five years ago. Dennis and Susan, now retired, live in Baileys Harbor. In 1993, Denise attended a Sister Bay Village Board meeting to hear discussion on a particular issue; today, she can’t remember what that issue was. She does recall that she sat and listened to the entire board meeting and found it fascinating. That meeting gave her the initial nudge she needed to get involved in local government. “I didn’t have any particular drive or urge to run for the village board [right away],” she says. Rather, the idea came to her subtly. Bhirdo jumped into the fray the following year and was elected in April 1994 for the first of six two-year terms. She’s been President of the Board for seven and a half years, currently serving through April 2007. She indicated that she would almost certainly be running for re-election next year. “I still feel like I have a lot to offer,” she said, adding, “I have a lot of fun with it.” After tending to the needs of her business, government work is Denise’s number one priority. Because of her long experience at Bhirdo’s By The

Bay, the partnership with her sister and the assistance of other staff members, she is able to devote much of her time to village affairs. “I’m fortunate that my job doesn’t require me to be there the number of hours a business owner typically would.” The amount of time she commits to the village is considerable. In addition to presiding as President of the Village Board, Bhirdo serves on a number of board committees and commissions. She is the Chair of the Village Plan Commission, serves on the Fire Commission as the Sister Bay representative, and also serves as the Sister Bay representative on the Municipal Taxpayers’ Commission. She also serves on the Village Utilities Commission, the Finance Committee, and the Administrative Committee.

With all those commitments, it’s no surprise that Bhirdo averages two meetings per week. On rare occasions, she has a week with no meetings. “It’s like a vacation,” she says. “It’s quite fun!” When asked about the greatest challenges facing her as Village Board President, Denise tends to think of those issues that are often the most difficult to communicate to the public. “In any elected position,” she says, “you want to do the best for the community. Not everyone always sees that in the beginning. We have to let people know that we do have their best interests in mind. It’s sometimes difficult for people to see that with the decisions that are made.” Bhirdo emphasized how much she enjoys working with the other members

of the village board, collectively trying to accomplish goals that will best serve the greater community. She singled out fellow Board Trustees Sharon Doersching and Ken Church as strong, effective partners; all three have served on the board about the same amount of time and have forged a beneficial working relationship. Asked about the greatest rewards her work with the village has granted her, Denise focused on some of the larger and longer-term projects that have been accomplished during her tenure. “Working on a project like the library that took a long time to come to fruition,” she answers. “It is so satisfying to be a part of a project that is good for the community. Anything big like the library and the fire station that help move the community forward [brings the most satisfaction],” she says. Talking about her intention to continue serving on the village board, if elected, Denise discussed her desire to continue working on the many projects and issues still facing the village. “Once you get involved, it grabs hold of you,” she said. “The board is always working on something you want to see finished.”

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From an outsiderʼs perspective, living on Washington Island is a difficult thing to fully appreciate – especially if youʼre one of those city-born people, accustomed to all the luxuries of an urban setting, who thinks that to move there would constitute drastic, even crazy, behavior. I traveled there this past February, however, to meet with Red Cup coffee shop owners Mike and Ann Remke and learned a quick lesson: that the Remkes, a couple who uprooted their family from Chicago ten years ago to try their hand at island life, are not crazy or drastic in the slightest.

True, the island is quite literally in the middle of nowhere. True also, the island can scarcely be thought of as a place to make a quick buck. It not only deprives its citizens of many material conveniences, but it also requires the kind of devotion that would challenge even the most hardened of rural dwellers. My visit put to rest, however, the judgmental suspicion I held. In the Remkes’ case, the opposite claim appears to be true: this couple has their priorities straight. For context, Washington Island is a 22-square mile landmass of 650 or so fulltime residents. It’s located about six miles across the Death’s Door channel, so-named for the treacherousness of its waters, northeast of Gills Rock. It’s reachable only by plane or boat, and for most is accessed via the Washington Island Ferry Line, a fleet of six engineroaring, ice-wind-and-wave-breaking

vessels that, in all my years and dozen or more voyages, has never given me what I’d call a “smooth ride.” Getting to and from the island is typically a daylong venture (although the ride itself is only 30 minutes long) and, for folks like the Remkes, I would imagine that those six miles across the channel and to the rest of civilization beyond must sometimes feel like an awfully long way away. So what possessed this ordinary couple from the ‘burbs to drop city life altogether and relocate to such an unlikely spot? Short answer: a better life. There’s an aura on the island that faintly resembles a Norman Rockwell painting unfrozen in time. It’s the kind of place where Americana lives, unspoiled by the breakneck speeds of the 21st Century, where baseball, ice cream and apple pie reign supreme.

Most things, from the handful of shops and taverns down to the half-mended fences along the road, look weathered by time and perhaps a little dusty, though not unloved. Against such a backdrop, the Remkes decision to put their Illinois home on the market makes sense. Mike and Ann used to drive 70 miles one way to work each day, a fact which stresses the contrast between the old life and the new in Ann’s mind. “It’s five miles to get home from the shop,” she says, “and if I forget something I’ll catch myself thinking ‘I have to go all the way back!’” A similar sentiment applies to Mike and Ann’s thoughts on raising two daughters, ages 13 and 16, on the island. “I was a paranoid parent before moving here,” says Ann referring to their previous lives in Hebron. “Once we did, that all went away.”

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WASHINGTON ISLAND Opening the Red Cup, subtitled “Killer Coffee,” came as an afterthought for the Remkes, having had no background in the specialty coffee business. Eight years ago, they bought a building on the corner of Detroit Harbor Road and Main Road, a couple of miles away from the ferry dock and just a short bike ride from “downtown” Washington Island. The Remkes set to work on an extensive renovation of what had once been the Clover Farms Grocery Store, creating the retro-chic, yet unpretentious, meeting place that now attracts a cross-section of the island’s residents and tourists. On a normal day, Mike arrives around 6:30 to open the shop and tend counter for an hour or two before heading off to his regular job painting houses. What should be a lonely, desolate time of day, however, is not so. In fact, as Mike says, “Two customers have a front door key, and if I’m not here right on time, one of them will probably have opened up the shop.” One day this past winter, he

says, “By the time I arrived John had shoveled the snow out front, turned the heat and lights on, and made a fire” – an anecdote that bespeaks a level of neighborliness not commonly found on the mainland. Ann, meanwhile, arrives at the shop around 8:00 to settle in for the rest of the day, and I don’t get the impression the daily shuffle of customer-friends is any more anonymous than the early morning regulars. Says Ann, “This seems to be a place where people like to hang out and have meetings; it’s nice to have this atmosphere for them.” The experience of being at the Red Cup, too, could be the envy of any suburbanite accustomed to the turnand-burn chain coffee shops of the city. Of course the Red Cup has all the usual stuff of an inviting, wellrun coffee house – a large fireplace, comfortable couches, a cozy side-room, organic and fair trade coffee, things to eat, lively décor of red, mustard yellow and parakeet green, and an atmosphere made for reading the Saturday paper

– but there’s something about the shop that conveys a deeper than usual connection with its surroundings. It’s not a lone entity with nameless strangers passing through and leaving behind only the evidence of consumption, but rather the Red Cup is part of the island’s living organism of small-town informality. Sensing this, I ask Mike and Ann about the ubiquitous “wave” on the island. I recalled from one of my earlier visits that the driver of a passing car had waved at me, and thinking “Do I know that guy?” When the second car passed and the driver also waved, I wondered more incredulously, “Do I know that guy, too?!” It doesn’t take long to realize that everyone waves, simply because it’s a nice thing to do – it’s a social moray unique to a place like Washington Island, where a deeper trust is extended to even strangers. My inquiry drew a light chuckle from Mike. “Not everyone gets along on the island,” he said, “but they always wave.

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Mike adds, “If you call the wrong number it can take you 20 minutes to get off the phone because chances are you know the person. Even stopping for a quick item at the grocery store can take 20 minutes for the same reason.” In the same vein, Ann comments, “One story goes that 20 years ago only one person voted Democrat in an election and everyone on the island knew who the person was! That’s changed now, of course.” Such anecdotes, along with Mike and Ann’s relaxed demeanors, paint a fuller picture of “the better life” one gains by moving away from the hustle of the city, and from the expressways and malls that come with it. Hard work and comparative isolation, to be sure, are attached to that better life; it’s just that the trade-offs are better. For the Remkes, the atmosphere of trust and familiarity on the island carries across the threshold of the Red Cup’s front door – we mainlanders may only catch a glimpse, but after a necessary moment of pause, it’s clear the extra effort is more than justified.

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It hits us when weʼre home alone and we shut off the TV, revealing the eerie silence of an empty house. Sometimes you feel it when you drag the garbage to the curb at night, or for the rurally inclined, to the burning barrel in the back yard. The feeling, the sense, that someone else – something else – is there. The hair stands up on your neck, the heart skips a beat, the body involuntarily freezes for just a moment. Then a tough façade kicks in with the denial.

“It’s not real,” you tell yourself. “There’s nothing there. Keep walking, don’t look back. Act like you’re not scared and it will go away. Just look straight ahead.” As if there was an option, as your neck is frozen in place, stuck like a locked steering wheel. If you don’t turn and look, you think, it’ll go away. Closer to the door, you feel yourself on the edge of escape. Just make it inside the house, or into your bedroom, whatever strikes you as a safe zone in that moment, and lock the door. You measure your steps as you do only in

moments of panic. Four quick steps you figure, and you dart onto the front porch, lunging for the doorknob with the final stride, timing it perfectly. You’ve barely landed and the knob is turned, the door is open, and you’re inside. Safe. Relieved. Then you try to play it cool walking in, trying to catch your breath without looking like you’re catching your breath. Try to look at ease walking into the living room where your roommates, or your parents or your children sit, eyebrows raised at you.

You try to act like you weren’t just scared to death, that for a moment you didn’t believe with all your soul that there was something else out there. Something you didn’t see or hear. Something you just sensed. That for a moment ghosts were not the stuff of campfire stories, but as real as the garbage you just took out. Because nobody believes in ghosts. Right? If you do, you’re a kook. Crazy. Nuts. Right? Despite this stigma and the efforts of most of us to deny the paranormal,

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Houses of spirits? A Sturgeon Bay home on Eighth Avenue (far left), the Lundberg House (middle) and Egg Harbor’s Shipwrecked Brew Pub and Inn (right) have long been rumored as haunted locales.

it seems every area has its own ghost stories and legends. Door County is no different. The isolation of the peninsula can lead the mind to wander, particularly in the long nights of the Wisconsin winter. Add to that the treacherous waters – never far from sight or mind – of Lake Michigan and Death’s Door that have claimed so many vessels, and you have a geography ripe for tales of the supernatural. Perhaps these are the simple roots of the area’s ghostly lore, but there are those who are adamant there is more than imagination at play. For one Sturgeon Bay couple, the ghost in their midst is so real, they’ve made him a part of the family. Their home sits about a block off the canal, its aging, worn shingles lending a hue of darkness that the beige of the first floor struggles to offset. The curtains of the second-story windows sit parted, giving the expectation that a face lost in purgatory might appear at any moment to stare you down from above. If you dial the home of the couple (who we’ll call Jim and Sue) and nobody’s home, you’ll get an unexpected answering machine greeting telling you that “Sue, Jim and Black Bear aren’t home right now.” Realize, Black Bear is not a pet, but the

name the couple has bestowed upon the ghost they say haunts their home on Eighth Avenue.

Joe said he has never seen the ghost himself. “I drink, she sees the ghost,” he says.

They’ve had the home for almost 12 years, having moved in after relocating from Los Angeles in 1994. The couple moved to the peninsula to escape the absurd pace of Southern California, only to find a new sort of absurdity in their new home.

He has had his experiences, however, with odd noises and little incidents. “I’ll be alone in the living room watching CNN when something taps me on the head,” he says. “I’ll think it’s Sue, but when I look nobody’s there.”

Shortly after moving in, Sue was heading down to the cellar when an unexpected visitor startled her. “I opened the door and saw him coming up from the basement,” she remembers. “He looked like a [Native American] from way back in the 1700s. I screamed and slammed the door shut, then called Jim over. When he came I whispered to him ‘there’s someone in the basement.’ He looked so real I thought I’d just seen a real person.” Jim told her to open the door and they’d see who it was, but when she did, the man she had seen wearing a black cloak on the steps was gone. “I’d never seen a ghost before, so I didn’t know what to do,” Sue said. “People tell me if you scream you scare them away, that you just have to talk to them. I think I just scared him off.” Since that day, the couple has felt Black Bear’s presence many times, but

They say guests have been unnerved in the home as well. A sister of Jim’s refuses to stay in the home when she visits, and more than one visitor has told them they felt something odd upon venturing into their basement. Jim and Sue trace the ghost to a doctor who lived in the home years ago. They said a Native American was found on the frozen canal one winter night and the doctor performed the autopsy. When he came home, they think he brought the Native American’s spirit with him. Sue said she’s heard rumors from neighbors that the house is haunted, but her most startling confirmation came during a call to the family who lived in the home before them. “The lady got really upset when I asked her about a ghost,” Sue says. “She sounded defensive and said, ‘No, there’s no such thing in that house!’”

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HAUNTINGS But then Sue heard something in the background. “I heard her son yell, ‘I told you Mom, I told you I saw it!’” she said. “That’s really got to make you wonder, now doesn’t it?” The home’s staircase begins with a wide, grand berth in the living room, but narrows with each landing. A heavy, distinct creaking emanates from each step – creaking the couple hears from Black Bear as he makes his way in the night from basement to attic, where the boy said he saw the ghost. Sue and Jim have come to accept their housemate, despite the occasional unfurling of toilet paper, taps on the head and intrusions into showers. They’ve learned to simply talk to him to keep him in his place. “When we hear him we just say, ‘Black Bear, go back down in the cellar,’” Sue says. “Then the noise usually stops.” Unfortunately, the legend and the imposing look of the home have had

an effect on one group of visitors. “We used to have a lot of trick-or-treaters,” Jim says. “But not that many kids come to the door any more.” Sue and Jim’s story is not an isolated Door County tale. Many stories have been spurred by the historic shipwrecks in the waters of Green Bay and Lake Michigan. Some residents will tell the tale of the Griffin, the famous lost ship of explorer Robert de La Salle, which legend claims still sails in the churning waters of a Lake Michigan gale, still seeking its destination over three centuries after it disappeared. Others believe the souls of those lost in the sinking of the Eric L. Hackley in 1903 haunt the village of Fish Creek. The ghosts of the Hackley will be featured in a new tour offered by the Door County Trolley for the summer of 2006. Trolley operator A.J. Frank will offer a family-friendly tour of some of Fish Creek’s notorious hauntings. Among the stops will be an overlook

of the site where the Hackley went down, taking 11 prominent Fish Creek citizens to the depths of the lake. Frank said he got the idea while on a similar tour in Savannah, Georgia. “That, and all the stories I’ve heard from people on our other tours over the years really sparked my interest in the ghost lore up here,” Frank said. “Whether or not you believe in ghosts or haunted houses, there are some great stories to be told.” Frank also plans stops at the White Gull Inn’s Lundberg House and Thorpe House Inn, both long-rumored to be victimized by tortured souls. Hauntings are often said to stem from people taken from this earth before their time, victims of untimely accidents or murder. The latter is the claim of a venerable Egg Harbor establishment. It may be that folks who imbibe more frequently are just prone to hearing odd noises, seeing things, or

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HAUNTINGS exaggerating reality, but whatever the origins of the stories, it’s apparent that liquid spirits tend to beget otherworldly spirits. Door County’s old, historic taverns are ripe for fermenting tales of hauntings. One of those is the Shipwrecked Brew Pub in Egg Harbor, a building more than a century old, thought to be haunted by the ghost of Al Capone’s illegitimate son, Jason. It has long been said that the notorious Chicago gangster hid out in Door County when the heat was on, and the story goes that Jason was found hung in the attic of the building, killed for fear he would inform the police. Many have claimed to see and hear his ghost over the years, but one particular sighting has proven most indelible. Shipwrecked general manager Edward Downham explained the

legend. “Apparently there was a phone call to the police about a child on the roof,” Downham said. “A man coming down the hill from a distance saw what looked like a child on the roof and called the police. From what I understand, it is a fact that the police were called, but when the firefighters came to check there was nothing on the roof.” The expansive pub’s ominous attic window lords over the center of the village, though thankfully for the easily spooked, an owner once had the presence of mind to paint the domineering building a less officious baby blue. Downham has been the general manager at Shipwrecked for over six years, and though the restaurant features the ghost stories on its menus, he remains dubious. “I’ve personally lived in the attic for some time now,

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and I haven’t seen or heard anything,” he said. “I’m not really a believer in ghosts and I’m not really into that kind of stuff, but if I was I’d probably be freaking out pretty bad up there.” Such disclaimers haven’t stopped the stories from spreading, and the believers still surface from time to time. Downham said a man even stopped by the restaurant recently claiming to be a paranormal investigator. “He said he had formal training and everything,” Downham said. “So, apparently some people really believe there’s something to it.” They believe our picturesque peninsula, a retreat for so many from the chaos of life in the outside world, is home to buildings with a different life of their own. That in many moments, we’re among more than friends.

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HISTORY BY CHARLIE CALKINS

Finding “Door County Beautiful” one historianʼs discovery of the roots of tourism

For any tourist destination such as Door County, marketing the place and what it has to offer is absolutely essential. The medium for delivering the message has commonly fallen to some form of ephemera. Ephemera is printed matter intended to be of use and value for only a very short period of time. Current examples might include a brochure for a motel or attraction, a Key to the Door …Illustrated, or the Door County Fun Map. As a retired professional geographer, pieces of ephemera that include a map are of particular interest to me. Recently, while reading back issues of the Door County Advocate on microfilm in the Laurie History Room at the Sturgeon Bay Public Library, an article jumped out at me. “Door County Beautiful” was the headline. The article, published in the December 25, 1913

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issue, outlined a plan for publishing a booklet extolling the virtues of Door County. It was specifically intended to serve an emerging tourist industry. The booklet was immediately added to my “want list.” While want lists represent what one hopes to find and buy, these items are seldom found for sale. Yet, wonder of all wonders, one day while perusing the shelves of a Milwaukee used book store, I found a copy of the elusive booklet. As it turned out, although the motto “Door County Beautiful” still played a prominent role in the booklet, it had been titled simply Door County Wisconsin when it was published in 1914. But what a gem it is. Credit for this booklet’s existence is owed to one A.L. (Arthur Lorenzo) Hatch. He was born in Sherburne,

Chenango County, New York in 1846, moved with his family to Ithaca in Richland County, Wisconsin at age 10, and lived there for about 30 years where, according to his obituary, he engaged in “practical horticulture.” As a progressive farmer, he was one of the early members of the Wisconsin Horticultural Society, which he joined in 1876. His nursery business in this locale eventually gave way to a logical extension: the fruit growing industry. In 1892, Hatch came to Door County to check out the suitability of the area for fruit growing and bought property together with E.S. Goff, then a professor of horticulture at the University of Wisconsin. In talking with the locals, the men became convinced that the county’s soil and climate were ideal for orchards of apples and cherries. Ultimately, Hatch was credited with being “…the father

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of the commercial fruit industry of the county…” according to his obituary, because of his own personal success and his proselytizing efforts. So taken was Hatch with the county that he was moved to author another article, titled “Opportunities for City-Bred People in Door County,” published in the annual report of the Wisconsin Horticultural Society. This article promoted the area as a place for establishing commercial orchards, especially cherry. But Hatch did not limit himself to promoting just orchards. His enthusiasm for Door County was unbounded. The Wisconsin Horticultural Society article is illustrative: “If he [a city bred man] knows how to harness a team, milk a cow, grease a wagon, plant a garden, to plow or cultivate a field, he may avail himself of these opportunities with the full assurance that they are as reliable, as satisfactory, and profitable as can be found anywhere.” Neither did Hatch limit his enthusiasm to agricultural pursuits. He was a real promoter of all things Door County, even the relatively new phenomenon of tourism. Hatch brought together representatives from the Commercial Club, the Sawyer Development Club, and the Park and Driveway Association to plan for publishing a booklet to serve as a “guide and directory” for the county. To be included with the booklet was a map. The Advocate reported that “Mr. Hatch is having a map of all the roads in the county drawn by A.C. Greaves, C[ivil] E[ngineer]… the map will certainly prove of great value, not only to the tourist, but likewise to many people who have made their homes in the county all their lives.” The article went on to identify all of the features to be included in the map, which, in the final analysis, were “…to enable the traveler to locate himself in case he should become confused as to his whereabouts.” There is no doubt about the purpose of the booklet: to attract tourists. So

convinced that a map was essential for attracting tourists, Hatch was willing to invest his own money in the project. That same Advocate article reported that “The cost of getting out the map is paid by Mr. Hatch as a present to the Association.” True to advance publicity about serving the tourist trade, the map was identified in its title as a “Tourist Map of Door County Wisconsin.” Printed in a four-color format in a scale of one inch to two miles, the map showed the locations of roads, schools, churches, creameries and cheese factories, orchards, steamboat docks, and quarries. The final map,

printed by the Kenyon Company of Des Moines, Iowa, was included at the end of the booklet as a fold-out measuring approximately 23 by 25 inches. The booklet to which the map was attached was titled, on the title page, “Travel Map and Guide to Door County, Wisconsin.” It was published by the Door County Park and Pleasure Drive Association. As you might reasonably expect, A.L. Hatch was identified as the association’s president. All 16 pages were packed with valuable information for the visitor and not really the local citizen. In this regard, it was not unlike its more modern ephemera counterparts. Not relying solely on the map for graphics, several photos were interspersed throughout the text.

in getting the booklet published and distributed. Inside the front cover a note credits him as follows: “This booklet is presented with the compliments of Richard A. Noelck, Real Estate Dealer, because it points to one of the most attractive parts of Wisconsin…” Noelck picked up the tab for printing services at the Advocate Press to match Hatch’s monetary contribution for the map. Coincidentally, Noelck and Hatch had similar backgrounds. Noelck was also born out of state – in Chicago – in 1880 and came in 1909 to the county, where he bought a farm near Baileys Harbor. In short order, he developed a profitable agricultural operation centering on dairying and fruit raising. In just three years by 1912 he had established, according to a biographical sketch, “…one of the leading real estate offices of Sturgeon Bay…” Rapidly becoming a major promoter of Door County like Hatch, Noelck apparently was involved in this promotional project for very different reasons. What was Noelck’s motivation for involvement? The Door County Wisconsin booklet was without advertising but for one major exception: an ad for Noelck’s real estate business occupied the entire back cover. His involvement is very evident in the opening sentence of the ad in this tourist brochure. “A trip here will convince you of the possibilities of this section for a profitable investment, both with regard to pleasure and business opportunities and Real Estate investments.” As a shrewd businessman, Noelck saw great potential for selling real estate to visitors. Little has changed over time. The cooperative efforts of Hatch and Noelck are very evident today. Tourism continues to complement real estate endeavors. Tourists fall in love with Door County, buy vacation properties or, in many instances, purchase homes and become permanent residents.

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an Icelandic immigrant, had family on Washington Island which is how they came to know about the furthest northern point of Door County. By this time, Rock Island was no longer viable as a fishing community and its population had dwindled. Over the next 21 years, Thordarson made many improvements and changes to the island. He renovated the Jacobsen house, added 14 buildings, built a lookout tower and constructed an impressive boathouse. The boathouse, considered his greatest building achievement, was an architectural testament to his genius, as well as an important gathering place for his family and all of his guests. It also housed his extraordinary rare book collection, over 11,000 volumes in all. Thordarson passed away in 1945 after building and enjoying his Rock Island retreat for over three decades. The island was converted into a state park in 1964. Visitors are still welcome to experience Thordarson’s vision, just as if he were still there to greet them himself.

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ART SCENE BY CINNAMON ROSSMAN

the abstract soul the art of Geoffrey Lardiere

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Geoffrey Lardiere graduated in 1973 from The School of Design at North Carolina State University and launched his career as an abstract artist with an exhibition at the North Carolina Museum of Art Raleigh. In 1975 he moved to Los Angeles to become an award-winning National Advertising Art Director. Several years later he joined the faculty as a professor at Florida State University and taught in the art department until 1983. He has been working as a full-time artist since then, with prestigious commissions for art in public spaces throughout Florida and studios in northern Florida and also here in Ephraim, Wisconsin. Geoff, his wife Ann, and their daughter Brinley spend summers in Ephraim, where he keeps a beautiful studio and gallery. Geoff and Ann were drawn to Door County by the look and feel that reminded them of Europe. Lardiere Gallery and Studio is a wonderful mix of both Geoff and Ann’s talents. In summer, you’ll find easels with Geoff ’s paintings standing amidst beautiful gardens, which Ann has carefully planted and designed. Winters are spent in a small rural community, just south of Tallahassee, Florida, where they can spend time with Ann’s family. Geoff paints throughout the year, but admits the busy summers in Door County are spent more in the gallery than the studio. Geoff describes his art as paintings of the inner soul. “I paint my soul – my inner soul – my visual life.” His work has little to do with representation of the outside world. He describes his process as instinctual, finding form and color through a sense of rightness that is based purely in aesthetic decision. You can find evidence of this in his extensive production of works over the years. The evolution of styles parallels struggles of grieving, pain and healing within his own life. Geoff and Ann lost their second daughter, Gia, in 1988, at the age of ten, during open-heart surgery. Before Gia’s death, Geoff began a series of paintings called The Birmingham Studies as visual prayers. After her death, Geoff continued with other

series, seeking to remember her soul and find healing within her loss. The series that followed – Down the Middle, New Birmingham, and the Forward Studies – Geoff describes as “a way of coping, healing and moving on.” Gia’s illness and her death were pressures that moved Geoff to paint and work through his grief, but he recognizes “you don’t get over it, you just get better with it.” In works following Gia’s death, line and forms transition from tighter, more controlled geometric shapes into less structured, curvilinear forms. Geoff talks about this transition as painting from a state similar to halfasleep and half-awake, where the unconscious comes to the surface and becomes a new conscious realization. After working on a series for two to three years and exploring all the relevant aspects, a spark within that series evolves to stand on its own. “Painting is an adventure,” Geoff says. He describes his process as somewhat like painting yourself into a corner and then working free. His work now is fast and spontaneous. “You make a mark and you have to react to it – instinctively.” He recognizes that there must be tension in his paintings. This is the nitty-gritty part of his soul reacting as he sees it. Geoff talks often about the “struggle to strike a balance between contradictory elements – the conscious and the unconscious, feeling and intellect, structure and spontaneity, freedom and necessity, grace and crudeness.” This element of dichotomy carries through all his works and is the structure from which all else grows. His abstract paintings are the essence of the struggle to understand the emotion, feeling, and spirituality within a realistic, hard consciousness. Geoff ’s artistic processes are spiritual and intuitive. His upbringing as a Roman-Catholic and then his marriage into Ann’s Episcopal family guided him into deeper studies of the Old and New Testament. After his first reading of the Old Testament he set out to “do a piece about what I’d learned.” The pieces he created have a

The Lardiere Gallery and Studio is located at Hwy. 42 and Hidden Spring Road in Ephraim. Call for gallery hours at (920) 854-1885. modern language of symbolism, which is inherently unique. Even in the painting displayed beneath the gallery sign in Ephraim, tall color blocks are joined by an all-encompassing arch – shapes reminiscent of the great basilicas in Europe. Abstract art is not always absorbed easily by the viewers who pass through the gallery, and because of this Geoff finds himself teaching once again. He likens abstract art to music, commenting that “people don’t struggle to understand what a musician is trying to say.” Instead, they simply listen and feel. Additionally, he says, “People put a lot of pressure on themselves to understand the work, but paint doesn’t have to represent something.” He has patience though, and finds discussing his artwork helps him to continuously grow. Lardiere’s interest in the arts extends beyond painting into large-scale sculptures as well. Geoff ’s career in the arts began first with his mother’s prodding to become an architect, but he soon transferred into the visual design department at North Carolina State University, where he found the painters more interesting. Even then he was interested in building, and worked with his brother, a contractor on a number of projects. He found that building was like a sculptural painting. Geoff ’s large-scale commissioned sculptures maintain the color and style of his painting and print works. The form and line of his painting translate well to swooping arcs of aluminum and fields of glossy color. His sculptures can be found in a number of public places throughout Florida.

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FAIRWAYS BY PETER SLOMA

BAY RIDGE the 40th anniversary of a golf course

On the Fourth of July of this year, Bay Ridge Golf Course will celebrate its 40th anniversary. Meanwhile, current owners Peter and Dianne Trenchard will be celebrating their 30th anniversary of ownership.

From humble beginnings as a potato field and known in its early days as “Stony Acres,” Bay Ridge was built into the course we enjoy today. In 1964, Bill and Vy Davis purchased the land. That summer the field was in hay, and before they could begin the first phases of construction, it had to be cut, and seven hundred bales were removed.

Then began the process of removing all the loose stones on the property – it would take two years as stones were raked into piles and gradually removed to form the capped greens, walls, stone piles and windrows. Irrigation trenches were dug through the underlying stone supplying water to the greens. The course was seeded with Park Kentucky

Blue Grass, the clubhouse and other buildings constructed, and by the summer of 1966, it was ready to open. In 1976, Peter Trenchard was presented with the opportunity to purchase the course. Having served on the Board of Directors for the Deerfield (Illinois) Park District, and as

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one of the driving forces in starting the Deerfield Park District Golf Course, he was aware of the growing popularity of golf and was ready to take on the project. That Bay Ridge was a nine-hole course made the decision easier as Peter realized that a course of that size could be managed by a single person. Shortly thereafter, Peter met his future wife Dianne when she moved into his former position on the Board of the Deerfield Park District. By 1982, they had decided to move to Door County full time. Right from the beginning, Dianne found herself very involved in the operations of the course, right down to sometimes having to mow the greens when short staffed. Continuous improvement has been the overriding theme of the Trenchard ownership. One of the most important of the improvements they have made to the course is bringing irrigation to the fairways. In 1984 the process of laying pipe began with an enormous rotary trenching tool, but after ruining twenty dozen teeth on the Door County bedrock, they resorted to using an excavator. As the construction continued through the summer, Bay Ridge offered special “construction rates” to keep the course open. Even with the rock debris and trenches running down the fairways, many golfers came to the course to enjoy the discount. Balls sometimes stuck in trenches or bounced off rocks, but in the end it turned out to be one of the busiest seasons for the course up to that time. The result of that past effort and inconvenience is plainly apparent today – consistently lush green fairways throughout the season, even in the driest years. The Trenchards have also continued on a vigorous tree-planting regimen that was begun in the very first days of the course. After 40 years of planting,

what was once a field of hay stubble and loose stones is now attractively wooded with dozens of varieties of native and ornamental trees. Many of the saplings that were planted in the first years now rise 50 feet over the course. Also notable are the many flower gardens in which Dianne takes a special pride. She explained, “People need to see that you are working to improve your product year after year.” The visitor will find beautiful flower gardens at the entry, the clubhouse, and at the tees and greens. The course receives improvements such as these every year. Last year a gazebo structure was added to the fourth tee.

have seen an increase in evening traffic as more people find time before sunset to squeeze in nine holes, which the course lends itself to quite nicely.

The Trenchards decided early on that operating a nine-hole course was going to require a different management strategy than a larger course. Peter says that there is something psychologically different in being a smaller course. And, having had the opportunity to be on some of the best courses in America, he eventually realized that it couldn’t be Augusta saying, “You have to know what you want to be.” The Trenchards have found their success in working to make the course as beautiful and customerfriendly as possible.

In recent years, Peter and Dianne have been spending even more time around the course. Since the sale of Cherry Hills Golf Course in 2004, which the Trenchards had owned and operated since 1986, they have been focused on Bay Ridge. They are quick to credit the improving conditions over the past couple seasons to the work of the grounds manager, Paul Crittenden. “When he started working here, things really started to get good,” says Peter.

Most of the Bay Ridge clientele are families and recreational golfers. The Trenchards have also enjoyed seeing a new trend develop in recent years – young golfers properly equipped and well trained to play, much of the phenomenon they credit to Tiger Woods and the growing mainstream popularity of the sport. Many season pass holders including local business people will come by to shoot a few holes as they have time. In fact, they

Of course, they have not been immune to the challenges presented by Door County’s short season or its notoriously unpredictable weather. With that in mind, Bay Ridge has maintained the policy, “always open – weather permitting,” along with an honor system that allows golfers on even when the clubhouse is not open. Together, the result over the years has been play in every calendar month. Years ago in February, Bay Ridge had customers arrive with both their clubs and cross-country skis packed. After they finished their winter round of nine holes, they explained that they had no idea what the weather would be like in Door County when they left home. As the Trenchards see it, “Why not be available for people.”

Bay Ridge is a large part of the Trenchard family history. They themselves were married on the seventh tee in 1982. Making it into a tradition, Dianne’s daughter Kim was married at the same spot 20 years later. With this extensive collection of memories, and an equally extensive collection of photo albums documenting events at Bay Ridge, Peter and Dianne have no plans to leave. As they say, “This is our retirement.”

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healthy casual Bluefront Caf茅 in Sturgeon Bay

With the revitalization of Sturgeon Bay始s downtown area, Third Avenue is bustling with foot traffic through its shops and Jefferson Street has a full three blocks of antique, craft and specialty stores. And let始s face it, all of that shopping can make a person hungry! Off on the quiet end of Third Avenue there is a perfect solution to just that problem, the Bluefront Caf茅.

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Co-owners Susan Guthrie and her husband, Patrick Barbercheck, first met when they were both working at the Ritz Carlton in Chicago. Susan trained at a culinary school in France and Patrick was educated at the New England Culinary School in Vermont. They inevitably went on to other jobs, he at the Four Seasons, among others, and Susan at a small pastry shop called Bittersweet.

That was in October of 2002, and it was then that the Bluefront Café was born. Since the Bluefront was born three years after the birth of the couple’s son, Jacob, they decided to put family first, which meant closing everyday after lunch. Susan talks about the importance of quality of life, and as a two-time survivor of breast cancer, it is a concept that hits close to her heart.

After a few more years in the busy Chicago restaurant race, Susan and

Susan and Patrick looked at the needs of the area and realized that

Patrick decided to take a break from city life. The story is a familiar one from there. The two had visited Door County and liked what they saw. They relocated permanently to Sturgeon Bay and worked for various restaurants for about six years. Susan says that both she and Patrick had always talked about opening a small restaurant and they decided that Door County was where they should hang their chefs’ hats.

there was a niche for a casual, healthy restaurant. “We’d both done the fine dining thing,” Susan explains. “You can still use those skills and apply them to everyday food.” The creation of their menu was an easy one. “We started with things that we enjoyed eating.” Susan tends toward the ethnic vegetarian, which is showcased in their Mediterranean Wrap and Asian Wrap (which is also available with chicken). Patrick brings a Southern Californian upbringing to the table and when he

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came up with a fish taco special for lunch one day, it quickly became a staple on the permanent menu. The sunny yellow walls and cozy interior welcome each visitor to this notable landmark building. The building itself was built in 1876 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Over the years it has been home to many different companies. Susan tells that it twice housed a grocery store, one of which was named the Bluefront and, she says, “It just stuck.” “Quality not quantity” is what Susan says about their space restrictions. “We realize that our space limits us.” There are only a handful of tables and seating is limited to say the least. The lack of space does not seem to bother the clientele and I can assure you, it has zero effect on the excellence of the food. A new “grab ‘n go” philosophy is driving the couple to make some changes to the menu—which they do on a biannual basis. They are focusing on creating items that are easy to, well, grab ‘n go. The Bluefront’s menu has a wide variety of items for any hungry patron. There are the standard burgers and fries, soups and salads, and many healthful and vegetarian options. Side dishes vary every day. Sobu noodle salad, blue cheese with bacon potato

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ON YOUR PLATE salad and fresh fruit are just some of the examples. Susan says she wants “simple things done well” and they wanted to have fun with the menu. Organic foods are used as often as possible. Organic flour is something that Susan has always used, dating back to her days as a pastry chef. Organic produce is desirable and local organic is the best of the best. Susan or her mother are often running to the farmer’s market to get whatever is available from local growers. Their desserts are always made from scratch and there are plenty of examples to choose from everyday. Breakfast includes omelets, huevos rancheros, and organic multigrain pancakes with local Door County syrup. Another constant of the restaurant is their dried cherry granola, which is also available by the bag to take home. With new housing developments and restaurants popping up all over

the Sturgeon Bay area, offers have been made to the couple to move back into the hustle and bustle of fine dining but that would, of course, mean evenings and that is something that they are not willing to give up. It all comes back to the quality of life issue. Just as this couple wants to be hands on in the kitchen (with fewer than 10 full or part time employees), the importance of hands on parenting is just as valuable. Looking out one of the two large picture windows at the Bluefront, you can’t help but notice one of those very large developments exploding right across the street. Condos, small homes and a marina may soon make the Bluefront’s small town, family atmosphere more like that of a downtown Chicago cafe. I have full confidence that the team of SusanPatrick (and son) will handle whatever comes their way. “We enjoy what we are doing here,” says Susan. That feeling is made very obvious when you sit down to a meal at the Bluefront.

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Andre’s Food & Spirits 23 W. Oak St. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-4179 $$ B D L ÂT Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill 129 N. Madison Ave. Sturgeon Bay (920) 746-8300 $$ J D LÂT Birmingham’s 4709 N Bay Shore Dr. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-5215 $$ ÂJ L D T Bluefront Café 306 S. 3rd Ave. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-9218 $ BW { J B L (T Cherry Hills Lodge & Golf Course 5905 Dunn Rd. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-4222 www.golfdoorcounty.com $$$ Â{ J B L D (T Dal Santo Trattoria 147 N. 3rd Ave. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-6100 $$ BW D (T Donny’s Glidden Lodge Restaurant 4670 Glidden Dr. Sturgeon Bay (920) 746-9460 $$$ Â{ J D (T

The Inn At Cedar Crossing 336 Louisiana St Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-4200 www.innatcedarcrossing.com $$$ ÂB L D (T Java on Jefferson 232 N. 5th Ave. Sturgeon Bay (920) 746-1719 ${BT Kick Coffee 148 N. 3rd Ave. Sturgeon Bay (920)746-1122 ${BLT Leathem Smith Lodge 1640 Memorial Dr. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-5555 www.leathemsmithlodge.com $$$ ÂD (T Mandarin Garden 512 S. Lansing Ave. Sturgeon Bay (920) 746-9122 $$ BW L D T

First Avenue Pier Restaurant & Pub 107 N 1st St. Sturgeon Bay (920) 746-0700 www.stoneharbor-resort.com $$$$ Â{ J B L D (T Things are really cooking at Stone Harbor Restaurant and Pub! We have new entrees to tempt your taste buds. Enjoy dining with us in our waterfront restaurant or al fresco on our beautiful outdoor patio. Unique wine list, great steaks, salads and seafood, homemade soups, Sunday seasonal brunch, and more.

Neighborhood Pub & Grill 1407 Egg Harbor Rd. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-7018 ÂL D T

Fatso’s 46 Green Bay Rd. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-6300 ${J LDT

The Nightingale Supper Club 1541 Egg Harbor Rd. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-5593 ÂDT

Gilmo’s Bar & Bistro Wavepoint Marina Resort 3600 County CC Sturgeon Bay (920) 824-5440

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Mill Supper Club 4128 Hwy 42/57 N Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-5044 $$ ÂD (T My Sister’s Café 325 N. 3rd Ave. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-1991 $BL

Pudgy Seagull Restaurant 113 N 3rd Ave. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-5000 $ B L D TJ Sage Restaurant & Wine Bar 136 N 3rd Ave. Sturgeon Bay (920) 746-1100 $$$$ BW { D (T Scaturo’s Café 19 Green Bay Rd. Sturgeon Bay (920) 746-8727 $ BW { J B L D (T

• • • DINING IN DOOR COUNTY Restaurants are listed in alphabetical order by town. Information is subject to change. Contact individual restaurants for hours of operation. Inclusion in this directory should not be considered an unqualified endorsement by Door County Living. Restaurants are encouraged to e-mail us with up-to-date information at: dining@dcliv.com.

Schartner’s on the Shore 4680 Bay Shore Dr. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-2421 $$ ÂJ D (T Sonny’s Pizzeria 43 N. Madison Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-2300 $$ L D BW J(T Sunset Bar & Grill 3810 Rileys Point Rd. Sturgeon Bay (920) 824-5130 $ Â{ J D (T

Egg Harbor Bub’s Pub 2740 Hwy 42 Egg Harbor (920) 868-4442 $ Â{ L D T Carlsville Roadhouse 5790 Hwy 42 Carlsville (920) 743-4966 $ÂLDT Casey’s Inn 7855 Hwy 42 Egg Harbor (920) 868-3038 $$$ ÂB L D (T Cupola Café 7836 Hwy. 42 Egg Harbor (920) 868-2354 ${ Door County Coffee & Tea Co. 5773 Hwy 42 Carlsville (920) 743 8930 ${LT We are a small, familyowned business roasting coffee in small batches to exacting specifications. We believe you’ll taste the difference. In fact, we believe you’ll agree that Door County Coffee® makes the most exquisite cup of coffee imaginable. Grant’s Olde Stage Station 7778 Hwy 42 Egg Harbor (920) 868-3247 $ÂL D (T Harbor Landing 7829 Hwy 42 Egg Harbor (920) 868-3247 $ BW { L D Hof Restaurant at the Alpine Resort 7715 Alpine Rd Egg Harbor (920) 868-3000 www.alpineresort.com $$$ ÂJ B D ( Katy Rose Provisions 7821 Horseshoe Bay Rd. Egg Harbor

(920) 868-9010 $ LD Landmark Resort Restaurant 7643 Hillside Rd. Egg Harbor (920) 868-3205 www.thelandmarkresort.com $$$ Â{ J D (T The Landmark Restaurant offers some of the finest food and service in the area! Offering dinner yearround with spectacular sunsets, Friday night fish specials, and Saturday night prime rib specials. Laurie’s Country Calf-A 614 Hwy 42 Egg Harbor (920) 743-5502 $ J B L D (T The Orchards at Egg Harbor 8125 Elm Rd. Egg Harbor (920) 868-2483 orchardsateggharbor.com $ BW B L Shipwrecked Brew Pub & Inn 7791 Hwy 42 Egg Harbor (920) 868-2767 shipwreckedmicrobrew.com $$$ Â{ J L D Trio Restaurant Hwy 42 & County E Egg Harbor (920) 868-2090 $$$ BW D The Village Café 7918 Hwy 42 Egg Harbor (920) 868-3342 $ BW

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The Vineyard Restaurant & Wine Bar 5806 Hwy 42 Carlsville (920) 743-9463 $$$$ BW D ( T J Waterview Pub & Grill 7821 Horseshoe Bay Rd. Egg Harbor (920) 868-9200 $ BW T J B L D

Jacksonport Door Off Broadway Dinner Theatre 5890 Hwy 57 south of Jacksonport (920) 823-2899 $$$$ ÂD ( Mike’s Port Pub & Grill 6269 Hwy 57 Jacksonport (920) 823-2081 $ ÂJ D

Mr. G’s Supper Club 5890 Hwy 57, south of Jacksonport (920) 823-2112 $$ ÂJ D

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• • • DINING IN DOOR COUNTY regional ingredients. Exciting dinner entrees served after 5pm. Indoor and outdoor seating. Harbor Fish Market & Grille 8080 Hwy 57 Baileys Harbor (920) 839-9999 www.harborfishmarket-grille.com $$$$ ÂL D (T Highland Club at Maxwelton Braes 7670 Hwy 57 Baileys Harbor (920) 839-2321 www.maxwelton-braes.com $$$ ÂL D (T P C Junction Corner of A & E Baileys Harbor (920) 839-2048 $ BW { J L D (T Pen Pub County Hwys A & E Baileys Harbor (920) 839-2141 $ Â{ L D T Sandpiper Restaurant 8166 Hwy 57 Baileys Harbor (920) 839-2528 ${J BLT Weisgerber’s Cornerstone Pub & Restaurant 8123 Hwy 57 Baileys Harbor (920) 839-9001 $$ ÂJ L D T Yum Yum Tree 8054 Hwy 57 Baileys Harbor (920) 839-2993 $LD

Fish Creek Alexander’s Contemporary Cuisine & Fine Spirits 3667 Hwy 42 Fish Creek (920) 868-3532 $$$ Â{ J D (T Specializing in seafood, steaks, contemporary cuisine, catering and special events (fully licensed and insured). Lounge opens at 5pm. Sunday brunch 9:30 – 1pm. Bayside Tavern Main St. Fish Creek (920) 868-3441 $ ÂL D T Blue Horse Bistro & Espresso 4158 Main St. Fish Creek (920)868-1471 ${BLT Specialty coffee drinks, fantastic and fresh sandwiches, outdoor patio and waterview deck in the heart of Fish Creek. C & C Supper Club 4170 Main St. Fish Creek

(920) 868-3412 $$$ ÂJ D (T The Cookery, Inc 4135 S. Main St. Fish Creek (920) 868-3634 www.cookeryfishcreek.com $$ BW J B L D T Since 1977, The Cookery has been offering breakfast, lunch and dinner to Door County. Open daily through October and winter weekends, The Cookery also offers many great tastes to go – including old-fashioned caramel rolls, cinnamon rolls, scones, muffins, and breads as well as a selection of pies. Inquire about nightly specials. Denim Cafe 9341 Spring Rd. Fish Creek (920) 868-1463 $BL Digger’s Grill & Pizza 4023 Hwy 42 Fish Creek (920) 868-3095 ${JLD English Inn 3713 Hwy 42 Fish Creek (920) 868-3076 $$$$ ÂJ D (T Gibraltar Grill 3993 Main St. Fish Creek (920) 868-4745 $$ BW J { L D

Greenwood Supper Club Intersection of County A & County F Fish Creek (920) 839-2451 $$$ ÂJ D T Hands On Marketplace 3655 Peninsula Players Rd. Fish Creek (920) 868-9311 $ {J L D T Mr. Helsinki 4164 Hwy 42 Fish Creek (920) 868-9898 $$$ BW { J L D

Not Licked Yet 4054 Main St. Fish Creek (920) 868-2617 {LD Pelletier’s Restaurant Founder’s Square Fish Creek (920) 868-3313 $$ BW Â{ J B L D ( Portofino 3931 Hwy 42 Fish Creek (920) 868-2255 $$$ Â J D (T Stillwater’s by the Bay 4149 Main St. Fish Creek (920) 868-9962 ${JLD(

Summertime Restaurant 1 N Spruce St. Fish Creek (920) 868-3738 www.thesummertime.com $$$ BW J BLD{ (T

Second Story Restaurant 10018 Hwy 42 Ephraim (920) 854-2371 www.ephraimshores.com $$ J B L D (

Villaggio’s 4240 Juddville Rd. Juddville (920) 868-4646 $$ BW { J D ( Tempt not only your taste buds but also all your senses at Villaggios! Where else can you get to Italy without going? Red sauce Italian dishes will float aromas through the air to tantalize you. Homemade spumoni and tiramisu you can’t say “no” to! Join us for a fun Olde World evening.

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Whistling Swan Restaurant 4192 Main St. Fish Creek www.whistlingswan.com (920) 868-3442 $$$$ BW (T White Gull Inn 4225 Main St. Fish Creek (920) 868-3517 www.whitegullinn.com $$$$ BW J B L D (T Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and traditional fish boils – picture yourselves on our patio, watching freshly caught Lake Michigan whitefish being cooked before your eyes over an open bonfire. Breakfast open to the public, as are lunch and dinner – our chefs use only the freshest of produce and other ingredients, preparing each meal carefully to order.

Ephraim Chef’s Hat 9998 Pioneer Lane Ephraim (920) 854-7081 $$ {JB L D Good Eggs South Ephraim (920)854-6621 ${BL Good Eggs: You are one! Breakfast cabana across from the water in south Ephraim. Leroy’s Waterstreet Coffee 9922 Hwy 42 Ephraim (920)854-4044 ${BLT Old Post Office Restaurant 10040 Water St. Ephraim (920) 854-2734 www.edge-waterresort.com $BD(

Summer Kitchen 10425 Water St. Ephraim (920) 854-2131 $$ { J B L D Wilson’s Restaurant 9990 Water St. Ephraim (920) 854-2041 ${JLD Wilson’s Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor has been located in the heart of Ephraim since 1906. A classic Door County landmark that possesses the enchantment to take even the youngest visitors back in time with its old-fashioned soda fountain and ice cream specialties, homebrewed draft root beer, flame broiled burgers and juke boxes playing the classics.

Sister Bay Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant 702 N. Bay Shore Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-2626 $$ BW J B L D T Base Camp Coffee Bar 10904 Hwy 42 Sister Bay (920) 854-5724 ${BT Carroll House 645 S. Bay Shore Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-7997 $JBL Moretti’s 517 N. Bay Shore Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-6610 $ BW { J L D T Door County Ice Cream Factory 11051 Hwy 42 Sister Bay (920) 854-9693 ${JLD Drink Coffee 415 N. Bay Shore Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-1155 ${BLT Fred & Fuzzy’s Waterfront Bar & Grill 360 Little Sister Rd. Sister Bay (920) 854-6699 www.LittleSisterResort.com $ Â{ J L D

Husby’s Food & Spirits 400 Maple Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-2624 $ Â{ J B L D T The Inn At Kristofer’s 734 Bay Shore Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-9419 www.innatkristofers.com $$$$ BW D (T JJ’s/La Puerta Restaurant 10961 Bay Shore Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-4513 $ Â{ J L D T Mission Grille Intersection of Hwy 42 & 57 Sister Bay (920) 854-9070 www.missiongrille.com $$$$ Â{ J L D (T Exceptional cuisine and fine spirits, Gourmet Magazine Selection, Wine Spectator Award past seven years. Northern Grill & Pizza 321 Country Walk Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-9590 $ Â{ J L D T The Northern Grill, located across from the Piggly Wiggly in Sister Bay, offers a selection of steaks, seafood, pizza, pasta, salads and more. With an arcade and a full bar, it’s the place for great food and fun! Patio Motel & Restaurant 200 Orchard Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-1978 ${LD Sarah’s Snack Shop Cedar Court Shops Sister Bay (920) 854-5977 Sister Bay Bowl 504 N Bay Shore Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-2841 $$$ ÂJ L D T Sister Bay Café 611 N Bay Shore Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-2429 www.solbjorg.com $$ BW { J B L D T The Waterfront 10961 Bay Shore Dr. Sister Bay (920) 854-5491 $$$$ { ÂD( T Our new restaurant, “The Waterfront,” features upscale elegant dining overlooking the beautiful Sister Bay waterfront. Our menu features Door County’s finest steaks, and innovative fresh fish and seafood. Look for The Waterfront when you’re in Door County. It promises to

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Ellison Bay Mink River Basin 12010 Hwy 42 Ellison Bay (920) 854-2250 $$ ÂL D (T Rowleys Bay Restaurant 1041 Hwy ZZ Rowleys Bay (920) 854-2385 www.wagontrail.com $$ Â B L D ( T. Ashwell’s 11976 Mink River Rd. Ellison Bay (920) 854-4306 $$$$ Â{ J D (T The Viking Grill 12029 Hwy 42 Ellison Bay (920) 854-2998 door-county-fish-boil.com $ ÂJ B L D T

Gills Rock/ Northport GT Coffee 12625 Highway 42 Gills Rock (920) 854-9907 www.GalleryTen.com $BLT Northport Pier Restaurant 215 Hwy 42 Northport Dock (920) 854-4146 www.wisferry.com LD Shoreline Restaurant 12747 Hwy 42 Gills Rock (920) 854-2606 www.theshorelineresort.com $$$ BW J L D

Washington Island Albatross N7W1910 Lobdells Point Rd. Washington Island (920) 847-2203 Cellar Restaurant Main Rd. Washington Island (920) 847-2655 $$ { J L D (T Deer Run Golf Course and Resort Main & Michigan Rds. Washington Island (920) 847-2017 Nelsen’s Hall Bitters Pub W19N1205 Main Rd. Washington Island (920) 847-2496 $ Â{ L D T

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Lodging guide

Featured Accommodation:

Harbor House Inn

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12666 Highway 42

Phone:

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For the traveler looking to completely disconnect from their hectic lifestyle, one suggestion would be to travel up to Gills Rock where another 20 or so miles north on Route 42 makes a world of difference. Mike and Carol Wencel, owners of Harbor House Inn, know that a lot of their guests are attracted to their B&B largely due to their location. Mike explained, “Things are extremely quiet up here. It’s very relaxing for our guests and a lot of them tell us it is like Door County in the early days.” Apart from the lack of traffic and people milling about, there is also a fantastic view of the harbor which is situated right across the street from the inn. The Harbor House Inn offers a selection of lodging options for every level of travel. There is the original building, built in

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1904, which features seven Victorian rooms. They are furnished with lovely antiques along with more modern conveniences, such as DirecTV. Some of the Victorian rooms have private decks, perfect for seeing the day break over the harbor while sipping on your morning coffee. Or, if you prefer to sleep in on your visit, the sunsets from your private deck will give you something to look forward to all day. Another option for guests is one of the two cottages on the property. The Troll Cottage is made up of stovewood construction in an inviting Scandinavian style and has a full kitchen, two bedrooms, a private deck, and sleeps up to five. The Danish Cottage has two floors which are rented out separately. The main floor amenities include a king-

sized bed, a queen sleeper sofa and a full kitchen. The second floor has a king-sized bed, a queen sleeper sofa, a microwave and refrigerator, and a private balcony. The Scandinavian wing, added in 1994, holds four large suites: the Commodore, the Galleon, the First Mate and the Spinnaker. They all feature a queen bed, queen sleeper sofa, microwave, refrigerator, dining area, private full bath, and private deck. Another not-socommon benefit of staying at the inn is their pet policy. Pets are allowed in nine of the guest rooms for a small daily fee. Finally, the Harbor House Inn also offers the Lighthouse Suite. Situated on the second floor of a lighthouse building, this suite offers more luxurious amenities. Its unique shape hosts a living room with

a fireplace, entertainment center and queen sleeper sofa, a sizeable bathroom with a double Jacuzzi bathtub and bedroom with a queen bed. Throughout the suite are porthole windows for added charm. Apart from the individual amenities offered in the rooms and cottages, guests usually take advantage of all the perks of the expansive backyard. There is a hot tub room, a sauna cabin, an outdoor shower, bike rental, croquet, badminton, outside seating, and gas grills where one can prepare fresh fish purchased right across the street at the docks. Guests can also launch their boat across the street for a nominal charge. King Fisher Charters is across the street as well for those looking to try their hand at fishing for King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout and Brown

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STAYING IN DOOR COUNTY • • • • •

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Trout. Additionally, the inn is just a short block and a half walk to the passenger ferry to Washington Island. One of the other wonderful highlights of staying at the inn is the homemade breakfast. Carol does all the baking and cooking herself and prepares selections such as Belgian waffles and cinnamon raisin French toast along with muffins and pastries. Breakfast can be brought back to the guest rooms or is served in the great room. When Mike and Carol purchased the inn in August of 2004, they noticed right away that guests like to spend time in the great room. They come in to sit in front of the fire, select movies, play board games or just socialize with other guests. It was just as they hoped it would be when they moved here from Las Vegas.

“I grew up in Park Ridge, Illinois and Carol grew up in Fort Wayne, Indiana,” Mike relayed. “We knew that we wanted to buy a B & B; however, properties out west were just not what we were looking for. Since I visited Door County as a child, I suggested to Carol that we look here instead.” They made the trip in May of 2004 and found the perfect spot at the Harbor House Inn. The Wencels are finding their adjustment into the Door County lifestyle to be a relatively smooth one. They keep the pace throughout the season usually working seven days a week, and have found the community to be very welcoming. “Gills Rock is a small community,” Mike explained. “Just like our guests, we love the peaceful atmosphere here.”

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Lodging guide

Sturgeon Bay Along The Beach B & B 3122 Lake Forest Park Road (920) 746-0476 Bed & Breakfast $105 - $135 Amenities: Cable, Full Breakfast, Waterfront

AmericInn Lodge & Suites of Sturgeon Bay 622 S Ashland Ave (920) 743-5898 Hotel/Motel $59-$175 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Cable/ Movies, Smoke Free, Indoor Pool, Sauna, Pets With Approval, Meeting Rooms

The Barbican 132 N 2nd Ave (920) 743-4854 Bed & Breakfast $115-$220 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Cable/ Movies

Bay Shore Inn 4205 Bay Shore Dr (920) 743-4551 Resort $79-$309 Amenities: Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Waterfront, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Tennis, Boating, Fishing, Playground, Bike Trails, Meeting Rooms

Beach Harbor Resort 3662 N Duluth Ave (920) 743-3191 Resort/Hotel/Motel $69-$210 Amenities: Smoke Free, Waterfront/Beach, Jet Ski & Bike Rentals, Cottages & Rooms

Black Walnut Guest House 454 N 7th Ave (920) 743-8892 Bed & Breakfast $135 - $145 Amenities: Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Smoke Free

Bridgeport Resort 50 W Larch St (920) 746-9919 Resort $69-$299 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Limited Food Service, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, High-Speed Internet, Smoke Free, Waterfront/ Beach, Wheelchair Accessible,

Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, Indoor Pool/ Water Park, Sauna, Tennis, Fishing

The Chadwick Inn 25 N 8th Ave (920) 743-2771 Bed & Breakfast $110-$135 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Movies

Chal A Motel 3910 Hwy 42/57 (920) 743-6788 Hotel/Motel $34-$64 Amenities: Non-Smoking Rooms, Museum

Chanticleer Guest House 4072 Cherry Rd (920) 746-0334 Bed & Breakfast $120-$275 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Continental Breakfast

Cherry Hills Lodge & Golf Course 5905 Dunn Rd (920) 743-4222 Resort $89-$155 Amenities: Restaurant, Full Breakfast, Smoke Free, Outdoor Pool, Golf Course, AAA Official Appointment Program Member

The Cliff Dwellers 3540 N Duluth Ave (920) 743-4260 Resort $75-$190 Amenities: Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Waterfront, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Tennis, Boating, Fishing, Bike Trails, Cottages & Rooms

(920) 743-9618 Bed & Breakfast $50-$120 Amenities: Full Breakfast, Cable/ DVD/CD, Smoke Free

Glidden Lodge Beach Resort 4676 Glidden Dr (920) 746-3900 Resort $140-$375 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Waterfront/Beach, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Sauna, Tennis, Meeting Rooms

Hearthside Inn B & B 2136 Taube Rd (920) 746-2136 Bed & Breakfast $65-$750 Amenities: Full Breakfast, TV/VCR, Country Dance Barn

Holiday Motel 29 N 2nd Ave (920) 743-5571 Hotel/Motel $39-$70 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, Refrigerators, Cable, Pets with Approval

The Inn At Cedar Crossing 336 Louisiana St (920) 743-4200 Bed & Breakfast $75 - $190 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Restaurant, Continental Breakfast Cable/Movies, Smoke Free

Inn The Pines 3750 Bay Shore Dr (920) 743-9319 Bed & Breakfast $120 - $150 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Continental Breakfast, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free

Colonial Gardens B & B

Leathem Smith Lodge

344 N 3rd Ave (920) 746-9192 Bed & Breakfast $100-$175 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Full Breakfast

1640 Memorial Dr (920) 743-5555 Resort $67-$210 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Continental Breakfast, Cable/ Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront, Outdoor Pool, Tennis, Boating, Fishing, Golf, Playground, Meeting Rooms

Comfort Inn 923 Green Bay Rd (920) 743-7846 Hotel/Motel $89-$145 Amenities: Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Internet, Indoor Pool, Microwaves & Refrigerators

Garden Gate B & B 434 N 3rd Ave

Little Harbor Inn 5100 Bay Shore Dr (920) 743-3789 Bed & Breakfast $120 - $175 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Smoke Free, Waterfront

Lodging facilities are listed in alphabetical order by town. Information is subject to change. We encourage readers to contact these establishments for more specific information. Inclusion in this directory should not be considered an unqualified endorsement by Door County Living. Innkeepers are encouraged to e-mail us with up-to-date information at: lodging@doorcountyliving.com. The Pembrooke Inn 410 N 4th St (920) 746-9776 Bed & Breakfast $80-$120 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Breakfast, Smoke Free

Quiet Cottage B & B 4608 Glidden Dr (920) 743-4526 Bed & Breakfast $180-$225 Amenities: Full Breakfast TV/VCR/ DVD/CD, High Speed Internet

The Reynolds House B & B 111 S 7th Ave (920) 746-9771 Bed & Breakfast $69 - $160 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Smoke Free

Sand Bay Beach Resort & Suites 3798 Sand Bay Point Rd (920) 743-5731 Resort $85-$299 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Kitchen or Snack Bar, Indoor Pool, Sauna, Game Room, Fish Cleaning Facilities, Coin Operated Laundry, Meeting Facilities, Library Lounge

Sawyer House B & B 101 S Lansing Ave (920) 746-1640 Bed & Breakfast $90-$200 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Breakfast, TV/CD

Scofield House B & B 908 Michigan St (920) 743-7727 Bed & Breakfast $84 - $220 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Cable/ Movies, Smoke Free

Snug Harbor Resort 1627 Memorial Dr (920) 743-2337 Resort $50-$169 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront, Boating, Fishing, Water Skiing, Playground, Cottages & Rooms, Pets With Approval

Stone Harbor Resort & Conference Center 107 N 1st Ave (920) 746-0700 Resort $99-$501

Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, NonSmoking Rooms, Waterfront, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Boating, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails, Snow Shoeing, Meeting Rooms, Business Traveler Services

Stroh Haus B & B 608 Kentucky St (920) 743-2286 Bed & Breakfast $60 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Breakfast, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Wedding Garden, Gathering Room

Westwood Shores Waterfront Resort 4303 Bay Shore Dr (920) 746-4057 Resort $79-$289 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Waterfront, Wheelchair Accessible, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Boating, Fishing, ATV Trails, Snowmobiling, Meeting Rooms, Business Traveler Services

White Lace Inn 16 N 5th Ave (920) 743-1105 Bed & Breakfast $70 - $135 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Breakfast, Cable/Movies, Wheelchair Accessible

White Pines Victorian Lodge 114 N 7th Ave (920) 746-8264 Bed & Breakfast $70-$225 Amenities: Fireplace, Full Breakfast, Cable

Egg Harbor Alpine Resort 7715 Alpine Rd (920) 868-3000 Resort $70-$186 Amenities: Restaurant, Lounge/ Bar, Kitchen Facilities, NonSmoking Rooms, Waterfront/ Beach, Outdoor Pool, Tennis, Boating, Fishing, Golf Course, Playground, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails, Cottages & Rooms, Meeting Rooms

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STAYING IN DOOR COUNTY • • • The Ashbrooke 7942 Hwy 42 (920) 868-3113 Resort $99-$210 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Sauna

Bay Point Inn 7933 Hwy 42 (800) 707-6660 Resort $225-$259 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Continental Breakfast, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/ Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront, Meeting Rooms

Cape Cod Motel 7682 Hwy 42 (920) 868-3271 Hotel/Motel $69-$79 Amenities: TV/ Movies, Refrigerator, Playground

The Cornerstone Suites 6960 Hwy 42 (920) 868-3005 Resort $130-$220 Amenities: Whirlpool, Full kitchen, Deck

Door County Lighthouse Inn B&B 4639 Orchard Rd (920) 868-9088 Bed & Breakfast $105-$175 Amenities: Whirlpool, Full Breakfast, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible, Private Deck

Egg Harbor Lodge 7965 Hwy 42 (920) 868-3115 Resort $100-$325 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Non-Smoking Rooms, Outdoor Pool, Tennis

The Feathered Star 6202 Hwy 42

(920) 743-4066 Bed & Breakfast $110-$130 Amenities: Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, TV/VCR, Refrigerator, Wheelchair Accessible, Pets Allowed

The Landing 7741 Hwy 42 (920) 868-3282 Resort $61-$233 Amenities: Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Tennis, Playground, Bike Trails, Snowmobiling

Lull-Abi Inn of Egg Harbor 7928 Egg Harbor Rd (866) 251-0749 Hotel/Motel $49-$159 Amenities: Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Non-Smoking Rooms, Bike Trail

Mariner Motel & Cottages 7505 Mariner Rd (920) 868-3131 Resort $60-$140 Amenities: Kitchen Facilities, Smoke Free, Outdoor Pool, Waterfront/Beach, Walking Trails, Bikes, Canoes and Row Boats, Cottages & Rooms

Meadow Ridge 7573 Hwy 42 (920) 868-3884 Resort $130-$350 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Center, Exercise Room, Recreation Center

Newport Resort 7888 Church St (920) 868-9900 Resort $79-$257 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, HighSpeed Internet, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Meeting Rooms

Shallows Resort 7353 Horseshoe Bay Rd (920) 868-3458 Resort $65-$350 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, High-Speed Internet, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront, Outdoor Pool, Tennis, Boating, Fishing, Playground, Bike Trails, Cottages & Rooms, Pets With Approval, AAA Official Appointment Program Member

Shipwrecked Brew Pub & Inn 7791 Hwy 42 (920) 868-2767 Bed & Breakfast $69 - $129 Amenities: Restaurant, NonSmoking Rooms

Jacksonport Innlet Motel 6259 Hwy 57 (920) 823-2499 Hotel/Motel $50-$150 Amenities: Whirlpool, Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Cable/Movies, NonSmoking Rooms, Wheelchair Accessible, Snowmobiling

Square Rigger Lodge & Galley 6332 Hwy 57 (920) 823-2404 Hotel/Motel $75-$250 Amenities: Whirlpool, Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront/ Beach, Sauna, Cottages & Rooms

Whitefish Bay Farm 3831 Clark Lake Rd (920) 743-1560 Bed & Breakfast $89 - $99 Amenities: Full Breakfast, Smoke Free

Baileys Harbor Baileys Harbor Ridges Resort & Lakeview Suite 8252 Hwy 57 (920) 839-2127 Resort $52-$210 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Wheelchair Accessible, Playground, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails, Snow Shoeing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, Cottages & Rooms, Meeting Rooms, Pets with Approval

Baileys Harbor Yacht Club Resort 8151 Ridges Rd (920) 839-2336 Resort $79-$249 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Boating, Fishing, Tennis, Playground, Bike Trails

Baileys Sunset Motel & Cottages 8404 Hwy 57 (920) 839-2218 Resort $38-$120 Amenities: Kitchen Facilities, Non-Smoking Rooms, Playground, Hiking Trails, Cottages & Rooms

Blacksmith Inn 8152 Hwy 57 (920) 839-9222 Bed & Breakfast $115-$275 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast

Garden Inn 8076 Guy St (920) 839-2617 Hotel/Motel $65-$75

Amenities: Tea & Coffee, Color TV, Boat Parking

Gordon Lodge Resort 1420 Pine Dr (920) 839-2331 Resort $130-$250 Amenities: Whirlpool, Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Cable/Movies, Waterfront/Beach, Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, Boating, Fishing, Tennis

Inn at Baileys Harbor 8040 Hwy 57 (920) 839-2345 Hotel/Motel $65-$150 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront/ Beach, Indoor Pool/Water Park, Sauna

The Inn at Windmill Farm 3829 Fairview Rd (920) 868-9282 Bed & Breakfast $110-$125 Amenities: Fireplace & Library, Full Breakfast, Smoke Free

Journey’s End Motel 8271 Journey’s End Ln (920) 839-2887 Hotel/Motel $50-$150 Amenities: Fireplace, Kitchen Facilities, Limited Food Service, Non-Smoking Rooms, Cottages & Rooms, Pets With Approval

Maxwelton Braes Golf Resort 7670 Hwy 57 (920) 839-2321 Resort $80-$115 Amenities: Whirlpool, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge, Outdoor Pool, Golf Course, Banquet Hall, Cottages & Rooms

Nelson Lakeview Motel 8120 Hwy 57 (920) 839-2864 Hotel/Motel $2800-$3800 (weekly) Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen, Waterfront/Beach, Non-

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STAYING IN DOOR COUNTY Smoking Rooms, Steamroom, Library, Washer/Dryer

The New Yardley Inn 3360 County E (920) 839-9487 Bed & Breakfast $105-$150 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Breakfast

Orphan Annie’s 7254 Hwy 57 (920) 839-9156 Hotel/Motel $95-$125 Amenities: Kitchen Facilities, Wheelchair Accessible, Smoke Free

The Rushes Resort Western Shore of Kangaroo Lake (920) 839-2730 Resort $139-$295 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Waterfront, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Boating, Fishing, Tennis, Cross Country Skiing, Playground

Square Rigger Harbor 7950 Hwy 57 (920) 839-2016 Hotel/Motel $90-$120 Amenities: Microwave, Refrigerator, Water View

Sunrise Motel 8047 Hwy 57 (920) 839-1562 Hotel/Motel $50-$80 Amenities: In-Room Coffee, TV, Pets with Approval

Fish Creek AppleCreek Resort Hwy 42 & F (920) 868-3525 Resort $52 - $250 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, High-Speed Internet, Indoor Pool, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, Cottages & Rooms

Beowulf Lodge 3775 Hwy 42 (920) 868-2046 Resort $55-$155 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Wheelchair Accessible, Indoor Pool, Tennis, Playground, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling

By-The-Bay Motel Hwy 42 (920) 868-3456 Hotel/Motel $59-$155 Amenities: Smoke Free, Water View

Cedar Court Inn

Main Street Motel

9429 Cedar St (920) 868-3361 Hotel/Motel $69-$325 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Outdoor Pool, Cottages & Rooms

4209 Main St (920) 868-2201 Hotel/Motel $49-$96 Amenities: Cable, Themed Rooms

Evergreen Hill Condominium 3932 Evergreen Road (800) 686-6621 Resort $89-$204 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Kitchen, Cable/Movies/VCR, Smoke Free, Indoor Pool

Fish Creek Motel & Cottages 9479 Spruce St (920) 868-3448 Hotel/Motel $58-$175 Amenities: Complimentary Coffee, Cable, Water View, Cottages & Rooms

Harbor Guest House 9480 Spruce St (920) 868-2284 Resort $115-$275 Amenities: Fireplaces, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Waterfront, Boating, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling

Hilltop Inn Hwy 42 & County F (920) 868-3556 Resort $79-$199 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Restaurant, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Outdoor Pool, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling

Homestead Suites 4006 Hwy 42 (800) 686-6621 Resort $75-$189 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Continental Breakfast, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/ Movies, Smoke Free, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, Playground, Meeting Rooms

Julie’s Park Café & Motel 4020 Hwy 42 (920) 868-2999 Hotel/Motel $49-$71 Amenities: Restaurant, Cable, Smoke Free, Pets Allowed, Trailer Parking

Little Sweden Vacation Resort Hwy 42 (920) 743-7225 Resort $175-$350 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, Indoor Pool, Sauna, Tennis, Playground, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails, Snow Shoeing, Cross Country Skiing

Peninsula Park-View Resort W3397 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2633 Resort $49-$199 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, HighSpeed Internet, Non-Smoking Rooms, Wheelchair Accessible, Outdoor Pool, Cottages & Rooms

Settlement Courtyard Inn 9126 Hwy 42 (920) 868-3524 Resort $72-$224 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Continental Breakfast, Kitchen Facilities, Lounge/Bar, Cable/Movies, High-Speed Internet, Wheelchair Accessible, Smoke Free, Outdoor Pool, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails, Snow Shoeing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling

Thorp House Inn & Cottages 4135 Bluff Ln (920) 868-2444 Bed & Breakfast $75-$215 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Breakfast, TV/VCR, Cottages, Rooms & Beach House

Limited Food Service, Kitchen Facilities, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Sauna, Meeting Rooms

Edgewater Resort 10040 Water Street (920) 854-2734 Resort $65-$295 Amenities: Whirlpool, Restaurant, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront/ Beach, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Cottages & Rooms, Meeting Rooms

Ephraim Guest House 3042 Cedar St (920) 854-2319 Resort $75-$185 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free

The Ephraim Inn

Resort $80-$328 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Playground, Meeting Rooms

The Hillside Inn of Ephraim 9980 Hwy 42 (866) 673-8456 Bed & Breakfast $190-$275 Amenities: Fireplace, Continental Breakfast, TV/DVD, CD, Internet

The Juniper Inn B & B N9432 Maple Grove Dr (920) 839-2629 Bed & Breakfast $85 - $195 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Breakfast, TV/VCR

Lodgings at Pioneer Lane

9994 Pioneer Lane (920) 854-4515 Bed & Breakfast $110-$195 Amenities: Full Breakfast, Smoke Free

9996A Pioneer Lane (800) 588-3565 Hotel/Motel $65-$175 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Wheelchair Accessible

Ephraim Motel

Pine Grove Motel

10407 Hwy 42 (920) 854-5959 Hotel/Motel $45-$95 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Outdoor Pool, Playground

Ephraim Shores

10080 Hwy 42 (800) 292-9494 Hotel/Motel $91-$108 Amenities: Whirlpool, Cable/ Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Wheelchair Accessible, Waterfront/ Beach, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool

10018 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2371 Resort $75-$210 Amenities: Whirlpool, Restaurant, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Waterfront/Beach, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Playground

Somerset Inn

4192 Main St (920) 868-3442 Bed & Breakfast $135 - $185 Amenities: Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Continental Breakfast, Cable/ Movies, High-Speed Internet, Smoke Free

White Gull Inn

Evergreen Beach Resort

Spruce Lane Lodge

The Whistling Swan Hotel

4225 Main St (920) 868-3517 Bed & Breakfast $136-$265 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Breakfast, Restaurant, Cable/ Movies, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible

9944 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2831 Resort $75-$140 Amenities: Cable/Movies, NonSmoking Rooms, Waterfront/ Beach, Outdoor Pool, Playground

Ephraim

3052 Spruce Lane (920) 854-4001 Bed & Breakfast $65-$100 Amenities: Fireplace, Breakfast, Smoke Free, Common Area

Bay Breeze Resort 9844 Hwy 42 (920) 854-9066 Resort $53-$169 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront/Beach, Outdoor Pool, Cottages & Rooms

Eagle Harbor Inn 9914 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2121 Bed & Breakfast $69-$237 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool,

French Country Inn of Ephraim

Harbor View Resort 9971 S Dane St (920) 854-2425 Resort $130-$185 Amenities: Fireplace, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Cottages & Rooms

High Point Inn 10386 Hwy 42 (920) 854-9773

10401 Hwy 42 (920) 854-1819 Resort $59-$169 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool

3038 Spruce Lane (920) 854-7380 Hotel/Motel Amenities: Studio Suites with Kitchen

Trollhaugen Lodge 10176 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2713 Hotel/Motel $49-$149 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Continental Breakfast, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/ Movies, Smoke Free, Cottages & Rooms, AAA Official Appointment Program Member

Village Green Lodge Cedar Street (920) 854-2515 Bed & Breakfast $85-$170 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Continental Breakfast, Cable /Movies, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible, Outdoor Pool

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The Shoreline Village is on the northernmost tip of the Door County Peninsula in the quaint Village of Gills Rock. Located beyond the end of the road, bordered by cedar trees to the north, the Village Park and green space to the East, and the beautiful waters of Green Bay and Death's Door Passage to the West. With no highways or

roads in front or near your unit you can enjoy the quiet and peaceful surroundings with beautiful water views from each unit. Owners have direct water access to their own private shorefront and marina. This is a water view you not only can enjoy but can also feel and hear. Do not let this opportunity to own waterfront property slip by. With a limited number of units available contact the realtor for detailed information now.

From the upper $300,000's

www.shorelinevillage.net

• Directly On The Water • Duplex Condominiums/ 1550 Sq. Ft. Living Area • Waterfront Sun Deck • Coastal Architecture

• Walking distance to unique shops and restaurant • Flexible floor plans for customizing

Kellstrom - Ray Agency, Inc. REALTOR (920) 854- 2353 • Thomas Group Development, Inc (920) 854-7836

24 UNIQUE SHOPS

AT THE NORTH END OF FISH CREEK, CORNER OF HWY. 42 & CTY. F

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STAYING IN DOOR COUNTY Waterbury Inn

Helm’s Four Seasons Resort

10321 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2821 Resort $85-$187 Amenities: Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Playground, Snowmobiling

414 Mill Rd (920) 854-2356 Resort $70-$260 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Limited Food Service, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Wheelchair Accessible, Waterfront, Indoor Pool, Fishing, Meeting Rooms

Sister Bay Birchwood Lodge

Hotel Du Nord

337 Hwy 57 (920) 854-7195 Resort $79-$219 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible, Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, Indoor Pool, Sauna, Tennis, Snowmobiling, Meeting Rooms

11000 Hwy 42 (920) 854-4221 Resort $130-$200 Amenities: Whirlpool, Restaurant, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Waterfront, Indoor Pool

Bluffside Motel 403 Bluffside Ln (920) 854-2530 Hotel/Motel $39-$150 Amenities: Coffee & Doughnuts, Cable/TV, Refrigerator

Century Farm Motel 10068 Hwy 57 (920) 854-4069 Hotel/Motel Amenities: Pets Allowed

Church Hill Inn 425 Gateway Dr (920) 854-4885 Resort $65-$174 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Full Breakfast, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Meeting Rooms

Coachlite Inn of Sister Bay 830 S Bay Shore Dr (920) 854-5503 Hotel/Motel $45-$125 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Continental Breakfast, Cable/Movies, NonSmoking Rooms

Country House Resort 715 N Highland Rd (920) 854-4551 Resort $70-$330 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Limited Food Service, Continental Breakfast, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, High-Speed Internet, Non-Smoking Rooms, Wheelchair Accessible, Waterfront, Outdoor Pool, Tennis, Meeting Rooms

Edge of Town Motel 11902 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2012 Hotel/Motel $40-$80 Amenities: Cable/Movies, NonSmoking Rooms, Pets with Approval

The Inn At Little Sister Hill

Breakfast, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible, Indoor Pool, Bike Trails, Cottages & Rooms

Ellison Bay

Open Hearth Lodge

12621 Woodland Drive (920) 854-2746 Resort Amenities: Swimming Pool, Fishing, Outdoor activities

1109 S Bay Shore Dr (920) 854-4890 Resort/Hotel/Motel $59-$125 Amenities: Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Cable/Movies, NonSmoking Rooms, Indoor Pool

Patio Motel 200 Orchard Dr (920) 854-1978 Hotel/Motel $42-$74 Amenities: Restaurant, Cable/ Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Playground

Pheasant Park Resort

2715 Little Sister Hill Rd (920) 854-2328 Resort $69-$169 Amenities: Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible, Outdoor Pool, Playground, Bike Trails

130 Park Ln. (920) 854-7287 Resort $88-$274 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Kitchen, Smoke Free, Outdoor Pool, Indoor Pool, Exercise Facilities, Game Room, Children’s Play Area, Conference Room

Inn On Maple

Scandinavian Lodge

414 Maple Dr (920) 854-5107 Bed & Breakfast $85 - $115 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, Limited Food Service, Cable/ Movies, Smoke Free

Liberty Park Lodge 11034 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2025 Resort $65-$149 Amenities: Fireplace, Continental Breakfast, Cable TV, Use of Boat Slips, Beach, Game Room, Cottages & Rooms

Little Sister Resort 360 Little Sister Rd (920) 854-4013 Resort $75-$165 Amenities: Fireplace, Limited Food Service, Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Waterfront, Tennis, Boating, Fishing, Playground, Bike Trails, Cottages & Rooms, Meeting Rooms

Moore Property Services 949 Cardinal Ct (920) 854-1900 Resort $120-$455 Amenities: Kitchen Facilities, Cable/TV, Non-Smoking Units, Waterview, Indoor Pool, Tennis, Washer/Dryer, Dock

Nordic Lodge 2721 Nordic Dr (920) 854-5432 Resort $60-$160 Amenities: Whirlpool, Continental

264 Hwy 57 (920) 854-7123 Resort $90-$260 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Tennis, Playground, Bike Trails, Meeting Rooms

Sweetbriar B & B 102 Orchard Dr (920) 854-7504 Bed & Breakfast $130-$200 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible

Village View Motel 414 Bay Shore Dr (920) 854-2813 Hotel/Motel $41-$90 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, Cable/Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms

Voyager Inn 232 Hwy 57 (920) 854-4242 Hotel/Motel $55-$95 Amenities: Whirlpool, Cable/ Movies, Non-Smoking Rooms, Outdoor Pool, Sauna

Woodenheart Inn 11086 Hwy 42 (920) 854-9097 Bed & Breakfast $85-$129 Amenities: Fireplace, Full Breakfast, TV

Anderson’s Retreat

Cedar Grove Resort P.O. Box 73 (920) 854-2006 Resort $275-$2350 Amenities: Full Kitchen, Beach, Tennis, Boat Slip Rental, Exercise Room, Playground

Hillside Inn of Ellison Bay Hwy 42 (920) 854-2928 Hotel/Motel $38-$70 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Smoke Free, Wheelchair Accessible

Hotel Disgarden B & B 12013 Hwy 42 (920) 854-9888 Bed & Breakfast $65 - $125 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, TV/VCR, Smoke Free, Waterfront

Maple Grove Motel of Gills Rock 809 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2587 Hotel/Motel $65-$85 Amenities: Non-Smoking Rooms, Pets with Approval

The Parkside Inn 11946 Hwy 42 (920) 854-9050 Hotel/Motel $59 - $79 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, TV/VCR

Wagon Trail Resort & Conference Center 1041 Hwy ZZ (920) 854-2385 Resort $59-$359 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Restaurant, Kitchen Facilities, Cable/Movies, Smoke Free, Waterfront, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Sauna, Tennis, Boating, Fishing, Playground, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, Cottages & Rooms, Meeting Rooms

Microwave, Gas Grill, Satellite TV, Sauna, Bike Rental, Boat Ramp, Pets Allowed, Cottages & Rooms

On The Rocks Cliffside Lodge 849 Wisconsin Bay Road (888) 840-4162 Hotel/Motel $305 - $775 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Full Kitchen, TV/VCR, Waterview

Shoreline Waterfront Motel 12747 Hwy 42 (920) 854-2606 Hotel/Motel $59-$119 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Smoke Free, Waterfront

Washington Island Bitter End Motel 1201 Main Rd. (920) 847-2496 Hotel/Motel Amenities: Refrigerator, Microwave, Restaurant

Deer Run Golf Course and Resort Main & Michigan Roads (920) 847-2017 Resort $69-$99 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, Restaurant, Lounge/Bar, Cable/ Movies, Smoke Free, Golf Course

Dor Cros Inn Lobdell’s Pt Rd & Main Rd (920) 847-2126 Resort $70-$143 Amenities: Kitchenettes, Grills, Cabins & Rooms

The Townliner 1929 Townline Rd (920) 847-2422 Hotel/Motel $60-$110 Amenities: Kitchen, Refrigerator, TV

Washington Hotel, Restaurant & Culinary School W14 N354 Range Line Rd (920) 847-2169 Bed & Breakfast $119-$159 Amenities: Fireplace, Continental Breakfast, Restaurant, Kitchen Facilities, Cooking School

Gills Rock Harbor House Inn 12666 Hwy 42 (920) 854-5196 Bed & Breakfast $69-$199 Amenities: Fireplace, Whirlpool, Continental Breakfast, Refrigerator,

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S pectacular D ining on the B luff 

casual fine dining

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relaxed and inviting atmosphere

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fine wine & spirits

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thick steaks, cut from the finest grain-fed beef

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fresh seafood specialties

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children’s menu

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beautiful view overlooking the bay of Green Bay

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sensational food at a sensible price

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pleasing palates since 1986

Half Restaurant. Half Resort. All Good.

7643 Hillside Road

Chef Fred Menger and his talented staff are at your service, preparing special appetizers, entrees and accompaniments to delight your discerning tastes.

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Egg Harbor, Wisconsin 54209

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Come Home to Door County

GILLS ROCK

STURGEON BAY

FISH CREEK

This exceptional log home represents the very ﬁnest in traditional construction and innovative design. 20 acres of pristine forest, 750+ feet of shorefront, sunsets & Island views. $3,950,000

Authentic cedar log and mortar chinked home, nestled into 43.44 acres. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen with ﬁreplace, 3-car garage plus a stable with cedar shakes and 9’ ash beams. $597,500

Exceptional waterview home, located in Lundberg Woods. Enjoy privacy, seclusion, and all the conveniences of a lovely nearly-new threE bedroom, 3.5 bath home. Truly a gem. $695,000

JACKSONPORT

SEVASTOPOL

STURGEON BAY

Give yourself the ultimate gift of privacy with rolling meadows, woods and a stream... 80 acres of peace and tranquility. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, inviting greatroom & stone ﬁreplace. $624,900

Waterview Home! Striking four bedroom estate. Impeccable design. Unique architectural features. Extraordinary Green Bay water views. Stone and waterfall courtyard. $1,299,000

This haven is a retreat from the world and is framed by incredible natural beauty. 200’ of shoreline. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a separate log studio with loft, and three-car garage. $599,000

FISH CREEK

HIGH CLIFF ESTATES

GILLS ROCK

Stunning four bedroom home with guest quarters on ﬁve wooded and very private acres. Impressive design and features, lots of windows, garages, and a 3-season sunroom. $479,000

Three bedrooms, open and inviting ﬂoor plan with walls of windows. Decks and widow’s walk offer a spectacular water view. Located on channel leading to the Bay. $459,900

Rarely does a property this spectacular come along! 42 acres, 475’ of accessible shoreline, sweeping island views, a protected deep-water harbor, and a charming farmhouse. $2,100,000

4086 HWY 42/PO Box 100 Fish Creek, WI 54212 (920) 868-2373 (800) 968-2373 www.doorrealty.com

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30 N. 18th Ave., Building 9 Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 (920) 743-8881 (800) 279-3080 www.doorrealty.com

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Vacations End It is such a typical story of peninsula residents.

Traditions Begin

hey come for a vacation and find themselves in love with the slower paced lifestyle Door County has to offer. And in one way or another, they stay. Whether it's a second home or a full time residence you seek, you will benefit from the assistance of a professional real estate team. Matching people and property is our specialty, and we think you will appreciate the level of service and care Properties of Door County, LLC provides. So if you find yourself longing to enjoy the beauty and charm of Door County and contemplating an investment here, we have just the answers you're looking for. And with office hours seven days a week, our real estate professionals are at your service when you need it. Local: 920.854.6444 Toll Free: 1.866.898.6444 P.O. Box 17 â&#x20AC;˘ 1009 S. Bay Shore Drive Sister Bay, WI 54234

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