Today we explored parts north from our campground near Sister Bay. We drove to the extreme north end of the peninsula (which I think might technically be an island). There we could have taken a ferry to Washington Island. Today they were having an art festival on the island and there was a wait of at least an hour, so we decided to pass on that opportunity.
The beach had a few interesting rocks, so Joani added another bagful to our collection. Most of the beach looked like white sand until you looked closely enough to notice it was really crushed shells - the gulls in the area have been working hard to put their own mark on the landscape.
I thought we encountered a lot of curves for no apparent reason in Door County, but this stretch of highway 42 (just one mile before you get to Northport) made it obvious the road crew was just having fun. I suppose the curves could be there to make you slow down and enjoy the scenery.
David guessed correctly with his second supposition...
...Jens Jenson designed the road to slow drivers and make them take in their surroundings.
We plan to see it someday in the fall when the sun is more directly overhead (no tree shadows) and all the trees will be ablaze with color.
We were told we had to experience a "fish boil" while we were in Door County. As it happened one of the best was close by at the Viking Grill in Ellison Bay.
It was hot outside and next to the fire it was much worse so we were happy to dine indoors. The boiled whitefish and red potatoes were quite tasty smothered in melted butter. The fresh cherry pie for dessert finished the meal nicely.
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