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Hi, I’m Jen , exploring Sheboygan one slow, intentional adventure at a time 🌿 From hiking trails and camping to discovering local eats and seasonal foraging, I share ways to slow down and enjoy our community 💚

10/15/2026

📍 Milwautea�573 S Taylor Dr #340, Sheboygan, WI 53081 🧋

Some local businesses are about more than what’s on the menu. They’re about the experience, the personality, and the little surprises that make a visit memorable.
Milwautea brings a playful twist to Sheboygan’s local scene, and I’m always glad to see businesses creating spaces where people can gather, have fun, and try something different.
It’s a reminder that supporting local can be as simple as exploring a new spot and sharing the experience with someone else. 🤍
Tell me, are you choosing a classic milk tea, a fruity boba, or letting the barista surprise you?

10/14/2026

If you know me, you know I can’t resist playing a claw machine. Yesterday I had the chance to check out the new Claw Lounge on 8th St and it was like all my dreams came true 😍

10/12/2026

What better way to start a new week than by soaking up the sunshine and letting nature set the tone?

Today, I took advantage of the beautiful warm weather and headed out kayaking with The Wandering Kayaker. The gentle rhythm of the water, a great blue heron standing quietly along the shore, and the unexpected sight of a buck in the wild were all little reminders that the best moments often happen when we give ourselves permission to pause.

It’s easy to start a Monday already thinking about everything we need to do, everything we need to get done, and everything waiting for us in the days ahead. But maybe the best way to begin a new week is to take a breath, step outside, and remember that life is happening right here, right now.

This week, may we trade a little hustle for wonder, a little stress for stillness, and a little rushing for simply being.

Here’s to starting the week with a full heart, a clear mind, and a little more room for the unexpected magic along the way.

10/10/2026

Step back in time and celebrate the beauty of autumn at the Wade House Autumn Celebration this Saturday and Sunday! 🍁 Bring the whole family out for a weekend filled with fun family activities, seasonal festivities, and a little old-fashioned fall charm.

Whether you’re looking to make memories with the kids, enjoy the crisp autumn air, or simply soak up the magic of the season, there’s something special about spending a fall weekend together.

📍 Wade House Historic Site
W7965 State Highway 23
Greenbush, WI 53026

🗓️ Saturday & Sunday
⏰ 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Gather the family, embrace the season, and make a little autumn magic! 🍂🧡

10/09/2026

📍 Grace Episcopal Church
1011 N 7th St, Sheboygan, WI 53081

A church with nearly 180 years of history, remarkable architecture, and an international pilgrimage tradition.
As part of the Historic Church Architecture of Sheboygan Tour, presented by the Sheboygan County Museum, I had the opportunity to explore the story behind Grace Episcopal Church.
The congregation was formally organized in 1847, and the present church was completed in 1871. Its architectural style is High Victorian Gothic, a style associated with dramatic rooflines, strong vertical features, pointed Gothic forms, and an emphasis on height.
Wisconsin's architectural records identify W. Russell West as the architect. Historical accounts also credit the Rev. Robert Blow with building the church and raising or contributing most of its $7,752 construction cost. That's an impressive undertaking for a congregation in nineteenth-century Sheboygan!
But one of the most remarkable features of Grace is found inside: the Chapel of Our Lady of Walsingham.
The chapel's shrine is connected to the tradition of devotion to Our Lady of Walsingham, which originated in England. Established in the early 1930s, the shrine has become an important destination for pilgrims, with an annual pilgrimage tradition bringing visitors from near and far to Sheboygan.
Grace also holds a special place in Wisconsin history. In 1911, the church helped establish Boy Scout Troop 1, recognized as the first Boy Scout troop in the state.
From its architecture and local history to its continuing spiritual significance, Grace Episcopal Church is a wonderful reminder of how many stories historic buildings can hold.
Want to explore more of Sheboygan's historic architecture? The City of Sheboygan National Register of Historic Places walking tour booklet is available for free at the Visit Sheboygan Visitor Center. Pick one up and plan your own walk through the city's history.
Have you visited Grace Episcopal Church or heard about its annual pilgrimage?

10/06/2026

📍 Sheboygan Indian Mound Park�5000 S 9th St, Sheboygan, WI 53081

There is a lot more history here than you might realize.
What is now Sheboygan Indian Mound Park was once known as the Kletzien Mound Group. The site originally contained 33 Native American burial and effigy mounds. Today, 18 remain, including mounds shaped like deer and panthers as well as conical and linear forms. They date back roughly 1,300–1,500 years, to around 500–750 A.D.
The mounds were created by the Effigy Mound People, ancestors of Wisconsin's Woodland peoples. These aren't simply archaeological features. They are burial sites and an important part of Wisconsin's Native history and cultural heritage.
The park itself also has an interesting preservation story. In the 1950s and 60s, local garden clubs helped raise money and build community support to save the mound group from development. The land was ultimately preserved as an archaeological park and opened to the public in 1966.
Today, the park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and gives visitors an opportunity to learn about this history while walking through the surrounding woodland and wetland landscape.
I chose not to film the burial mounds during my visit because I wanted to be respectful of the sacred nature of this place. If you visit, I encourage you to take your time, read the interpretive signs, and experience the mound area thoughtfully.
Some places are worth visiting not just for what you can see, but for what you can learn.

10/05/2026

I haven’t even cast a line yet.

For now, I’m just sitting here, letting the world happen around me. The quiet ripple of the water. The rustle of the trees. The earthy smell of the shoreline. The cool air settling in around me with the warmth of the sun on my face.

There’s something so beautiful about moments like this. They remind me of a slower, more quiet time, when I could sit somewhere for hours with nowhere else to be and nothing I needed to accomplish.

Maybe that’s what I love most about places like this. They ask nothing of me.

Just sit. Listen. Breathe. Notice.

The fishing can wait.

Today, I’m perfectly content just being here in a moment of peace.

10/01/2026

📍 Cocina Mi Familia�1423 Union Ave, Sheboygan, WI 53081

🌮🍹 Sometimes Thirsty Thursday calls for a little variety.
Cocina Mi Familia has plenty to choose from, whether you're stopping in for lunch, planning your Taco Tuesday, or settling in on their beautiful patio for an evening out.
We had a chance to try a few different drinks, and the food and service definitely made this visit one to remember. Everything was fast, fresh, and served with a smile.
Have you been to Cocina Mi Familia yet? And more importantly… are you a margarita, piña colada, or straight tequila kind of person? 👀🍹

09/30/2026

Sometimes the best way to learn is to get hands-on.
This past weekend I got to step into the student experience and try out a MATE ROV educator class, and it gave me a whole new appreciation for the kind of learning that happens when students get to build, test, problem-solve, and actually see their ideas work.
What excites me most is the connection to Lake Michigan. When people see the Great Lakes not just as a place to visit, but as a place to study, explore, and potentially build a career around, it creates a whole different kind of connection.
There are so many careers that play a role in understanding and protecting these waters, and experiences like this can help students start seeing themselves as part of that future.
And these educational opportunities aren't just for students. We're working toward creating experiences that visitors and members of our local community can participate in too, giving everyone a chance to learn more about Lake Michigan, the Great Lakes, and the people working to protect them.
I'm excited to be part of creating more opportunities like this right here in Sheboygan.

09/29/2026

📍 Pigeon River Park
4001 Lakeshore Rd, Sheboygan, WI 53083

Today’s hike took me to Pigeon River Park in the Town of Sheboygan, where the peaceful sounds of grasshoppers and cicadas accompanied me along the trail.
This quiet stretch of nature winds through shady trees and prairie-like landscapes, with plenty of little offshoots leading down to the Pigeon River. If you enjoy fishing, you’ll find some excellent spots along the water. I also came across some old bricks from Commerce Street, a little piece of history I wasn’t expecting to find along the way!
Planning a visit? This is a pet-friendly, off-leash area, making it a great place to explore with your four-legged hiking companion.
A few things to know before you go:
• Trails are unpaved and not ADA accessible.
• Trails are unmarked, but they loop back around.
• Several offshoot trails lead down to the river.
Sometimes the best way to slow down is to wander through the woods, listen to the sounds of nature, and see what you discover.
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