BLOG: Fall Color On Horseback
Fall in Door County is a magical time, no matter how you chose to enjoy it. My favorite happens to be on the back of my …
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and on the go
Brynn Swanson
On the Go Insider
I am proud to be a Door County Native! I grew up in Baileys Harbor and after traveling the Caribbean for several years, returned home. I am the Community Coordinator for the Baileys Harbor Community Association. I work with the businesses, community members, and visitors to make Baileys Harbor a destination that is on everyone's must see list. I love spending time outdoors exploring all of Door County's amazing adventures including kayaking, motorcycle rides, and spending days at the beach with our five year old.
Most Recent Posts
BLOG: Discovering Washington Island with Papa Joe on ATVs
Have you heard about the Death’s Door BBQ on Washington Island in late August? Last year, my family decided to check it …
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BLOG: Lake to Table: The Fishing Industry
Historically, Door County has been a maritime hub for Great Lakes shipping and fishing in Wisconsin. Many of the village…
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BLOG: The Ridges Sanctuary: The New Face of Ecotourism
The Ridges Sanctuary: Explore Door County’s Ecosystem Ecotourism is the thriving movement that has swept across the cou…
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BLOG: Discovering a Winter Wonderland in Door County
Have you discovered Door County winters? There is a common misconception that Door County only exists May through Octobe…
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BLOG: What’s For Dinner? Farm Market To Table
It’s a tradition that my family has every Sunday morning during the summer months. We head downtown to the Baileys Harbo…
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Top 5 Insider Tips on Door County Farm Markets
Come hungry! I know they say never shop on an empty stomach. In this case, it’s just simply not true. There are always…
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Top 5 Door County Farm Market Highlights
Jacksonport has a weekly farm market every Tuesday 9am-1pm at Lakeside Park 6296 Lake Park Dr Sister Bay has two farm…
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BLOG: How To Make Toucan Sam’s Cherry Bounce
It happens every year around the 8th of August. My friend Sam has been doing this for 27 years, and this year is no diff…
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Top 5 Insider Tips on Making Cherry Bounce
Ballantine cherries make the best cherry bounce. The main cherries harvested up here are called Montmorency cherrie…
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Top 5 Door County Cherry Inspired Highlights
Ballantine cherries are available at several orchards around the county including Lautenbach’s Orchard Country Wine…
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Top 5 Door County Highlights – The 5 Nights of Free Music!
Mondays in Ephraim – If you find yourself free on a Monday at 6pm, head to Harborside Park in Ephraim. Bring your lawn…
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Top 5 Insider Tips for Enjoying the Outdoor Music Scene
Pack chairs and a blanket that you’re not afraid to stain. It works nicely for claiming your spot and gives you the fl…
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BLOG: A Weekend of Outdoor Tunes in Door County
It’s a Friday night and as the coordinator, it’s my job to announce the band we’ve booked for our Summer Concert Series …
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BLOG: Small Water Kayak Fishing in Door County
Sliding my kayak into the waters of Kangaroo Lake, I was surprised by how warm it was for the end of May. It’s the first…
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Top 5 Insider Tips on Kayak Fishing in Door County
Get polarized glasses! My $5 fashion sunglasses did absolutely nothing for spotting fish but once I put Andy’s polar…
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Top 5 Best Inland Fishing Spots in Door County
Kangaroo Lake, Baileys Harbor A prime spot for pan fish including blue gills & pumpkinseed, rock, large and small …
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BLOG: The Making of a Door County Festival
Festivals are a staple of the Door County Community and here in Baileys Harbor, we definitely have our fair share. Sprin…
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Top 5 Insider Tips on Organizing a Local Festival
1. Bribe your volunteers! Everyone loves to feel appreciated and sometimes you can help them out while they help you! I …
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Door County’s Top 5 “Only in DoCo” Obscure Festivals not to be missed!
1. Baileys Harbor Spring Fling’s Scottie Rally - Yes, you read that right. The Door County Scottie Rally is an annual ev…
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