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American Folklore Theatre, Always Original – Truly Professional – Memorably Musical.  AFT presents a trio of family friendly & affordable shows “under the stars” at AFT’s Theatre, Peninsula State Park in Fish Creek, June 16 – Aug 28, including Life on the Mississippi, Cheeseheads, the Musical and Bone Dance.  Fall Season - Sept. & Oct: Guys & Does – Ephraim Village Hall, Ephraim. Money Magazine: “One of the best regional theatres in the country.” 920-854-6117; www.FolkloreTheatre.com.
Bay Ridge Golf Course, 2688 Little Sister Road (Hwy 42 south side of Sister Bay). Sporty, regulation 9-hole golf course with beautifully manicured watered fairways, challenging greens and bountiful gardens. Golf shop, snacks, power cars, rental clubs. Afternoon specials. 920-854-4085.
Bay Shore Outdoor Store, 2457 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. Gear, clothing, footwear, accessories for exploring Door County by water or trail. Paddlesports specialists. Hiking, running, camping, skiing. Kayak tours. 920-854-7598; www.kayakdoorcounty.com.
The Clearing is a “folk school” for adults offering classes in the arts, humanities and natural sciences in a quiet, secluded setting. Founded in 1935 by renowned landscape architect Jens Jensen, and is on the State and National Registers of Historic Places. Stop by the visitor center at 12171 Garrett Bay Rd. in Ellison Bay for information. 920-854-4088; www.theclearing.org.

The Farm, 4285 Hwy 57, Sturgeon Bay. The Farm is a living museum of rural America. Bottle-feed goat kids, lambs and piglets. Milk a nanny goat and see chicks hatch right before your eyes. Learn from exhibits and explore log pioneer buildings. 920-743-6666; www.thefarmindoorcounty.com.

Gravity Trails – Zip, Bike & Kayak Tours, Do you want to have some fun? Gravity Trails is a multi-sport activity center located at the end of County ZZ in Rowleys Bay at the Marina. Activities offered include guided kayak tours, cruiser style biking, and zip lining! Gravity Trails has access to Newport State Park, The Mink River Estuary, Sand Bay Beach, and over 50+ acres of hiking trails! 920-854-9292; www.gravitytrails.com.

Island Clipper, 12731 Hwy. 42, Gills Rock. Island Clipper leaves Gills Rock and offers daily narrated passenger cruises to Washington Island. Meets Viking Tour Train, or rent a bicycle or moped at Island dock. Bring your own bicycle on the boat at no additional charge. 920-854-2972.

Midsummer’s Music Festival, Experience dynamic sounds of classical music during Midsummer’s Music Festival’s 20th season from mid-June to mid-July & Labor Day weekend. Galleries, retreats, homes and churches throughout Door County host the professional ensemble of strings, winds & piano. Vibrant, intimate and joyful events for all ages. 920-854-7088; www.midsummerSmusic.com.

Off the Beach, 2457. S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. On water kayak, stand-up paddle board, and paddle boat rentals by the hour. Board shorts, swimsuits, beach toys and accessories. Clothing and flip flops from: Reef, Quick Silver, O’Neill, Life is Good & more! Ask about our daily kayak tours departing at 8 a.m., 1 p.m. & Sunset. 920-421-1602; www.kayakdoorcounty.com.

Peninsula Music Festival, Box office: 3045 Cedar St., Ephraim. Concerts: Door Community Auditorium, Fish Creek. With Conductor Victor Yampolsky, this professional symphony orchestra will present nine concerts in 3 weeks August 3-21, 2010. World class orchestra, world class musicians, world class guest artists! Tickets start at $30, children & students just $10! 920-854-4060; www.musicfestival.com.

Peninsula School of Art & Guenzel Gallery, 3900 County F, Fish Creek. With instruction in all media, at every level, we’ve brought excellence to art education for more than 40 years. Notable artist/educators lead workshops throughout the year. Summer youth arts program. Exhibitions of nationally-recognized artists’ works and our Door County Plein Air Festival enhance our educational programs. 920-868-3455; www.peninsulaartsschool.com; www.doorcountypleinair.com.

Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf, Hwy 42, Sister Bay. Putt your way through mountain caves, over foot bridges & under waterfalls. Combine the thrill of friendly competition with the fun of adventure golf. 920-854-4929; www.piratescove.net.

Sail Door County. Specializing in more than just another harbor tour, Sail Door County sails throughout the sparkling green and blue waters of the Door Peninsula. Climb aboard and leave your cares behind as your captain sails you to your destination. Experience a historic lighthouse, hidden caves and majestic bluffs. Sail Door County! Sailing from the Sister Bay Marina. 920-495-7245; E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Web: www.saildoorcounty.com.

Segway the Door Tours, Choose your adventure! Glide up and down hills through Peninsula State Park, view lighthouses on a rustic road near Baileys Harbor, or explore Washington Island. Unique way to see the beautiful scenery of Door County on the two wheels of a Segway. We meet at the location of your choice. You will have a great time! Reservations: 920-376-0256; www.segwaythedoor.com. 

Shoreline Scenic Cruises at Sister Bay Marina. Daily narrated cruises along the Peninsula’s scenic coastline. See lighthouses, cliffs, caves, islands, waterfront mega-homes and sunsets. We get up close for great photos. Learn shipwreck lore and history. Private charters available up to 14 passengers. Reservations recommended. We have a “good weather guarantee.” 920-854-4707 or visit kiosk at the marina. E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Web: www.shorelinecharters.net.

Sister Bay Boat Rental, at the Sister Bay Marina, we constantly strive to keep the newest and most diverse boat fleet in all of Door County. We provide a professionally maintained fleet of jet boats, jet skis, runabouts, center consoles, ski boats, pontoon boats and fishing boats for hourly, daily or even weekly rentals. Equipment for water sports including tubes, wakeboards, water skis and kneeboards are also available. 920-421-3330; E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Sister Bay Parks Committee & the YMCA, sports complex & Waterfront Park. Sister Bay recreation program in Village parks for residents & visitors, adults & children. 920-854-5241. Details at: www.sisterbay.com or: www.doorcountyymca.org.

Skyway Drive-In Theatre, Hwy 42 between Fish Creek and Ephraim. Open weekends in May, Sept. & Oct.; nightly June thru Labor Day. Enjoy Hollywood’s latest movies in a nostalgic, wooded setting. Double feature nightly. First movie begins at dusk. Radio sound. Snack bar featuring pizza, foot-long hotdogs, nachos, & fresh popcorn with real butter. 920-854-9938; www.doorcountydrivein.com.

State Parks Door County is home to five state parks, and 250 miles of scenic shoreline. The largest is Peninsula State Park near Fish Creek, located about 7 miles south of Sister Bay on Hwy 42. www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/peninsula/

Newport State Park is the newest state park in Door County. www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/newport/

County Parks Door County also has 18 county parks waiting for you to visit: http://www.doorcountycompass.com/tools/maps/parks/index.htm

 


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