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Get Adventurous on Green Bay Rivers

Green Bay RiversAside from its Packers, Green Bay is most notably known for its stunning waterfront location along the Bay of Green Bay, cradling Wisconsin’s famous Door Peninsula.  The region offers plenty of biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing along the Fox River trail and other state recreational trails.  There are also ample opportunities for fishing and boating, thanks in large part to Green Bays proximity to the Fox River, the Bay of Green Bay, and Lake Michigan.  However, there is even more outdoor adventure in store for those truly adventurous.  For many, spring in Wisconsin means prime white-water rafting or adventurous kayaking on the local Green Bay rivers.  Book your stay at the Astor House Bed and Breakfast today, and discover for yourself how thrilling Green Bay can be. Continue reading

Spring Hiking around Green Bay

Green Bay HIkingWhether you’re looking to get a little exercise in, reduce your stress levels, or simply clear your head and enjoy nature, hiking delivers almost immediate rewards.  Hiking provides us all with a chance to escape our often over-scheduled daily lives, and to experience the world directly and without a filter, and to rediscover the rhythms of the day and the seasons. Hiking at its best and purest form is is an unscripted experience where spontaneity is the rule.  And, better still, most hikes are rewarding not only in the feelings of accomplishment, but in the often beautiful views found at the end of exhausting treks through wilderness.  Green Bay, Wisconsin and its surrounding areas are a virtual playground for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds.  Shimmering lakes and waterways, and the endless beauty found throughout northeastern Wisconsin, are often what drive visitors up to our area.  However, we urge you to book a weekend stay with us in Green Bay, and discover the miles upon miles of scenic trails beyond these beautiful shores just waiting for your discovery. Continue reading

It’s Spring in Green Bay; Let’s go Biking!

Green Bay BikingWith such diverse displays of natures beauty throughout the great state of Wisconsin there is no shortage of outdoor adventure to be had, and Green Bay is no different.  The city of Green Bay offers scenic trails year around for outdoor enthusiasts of all types.  Wisconsin has frequently been named as one of the top bicycling destinations in the nation, and it’s no wonder why.  Biking is a healthy and family oriented experience that can be enjoyed by anyone.  With more than 80 trails in the “rails-to-trails” system, and hundreds of miles on quiet country roads or through peaceful forests, Wisconsin boasts a biking friendly culture.  If you’re a biking enthusiast, then book your room at the Astor House Bed and Breakfast, located in the heart of Downtown Green Bay, and get ready to experience the charms of the Greater Green Bay on your bike. Continue reading

Make Plans for Upcoming Green Bay Fishing Seasons

Green Bay fishingSpring is nearly here, which means it’s time to get outside and explore the wonderful opportunities found in the Greater Green Bay area.  The State of Wisconsin is home to over 15,000 inland lakes and 42,000 miles of streams and rivers, not to mention the fishing found in the Great Lakes.  These wonderful fishing opportunities make Wisconsin a premier fishing destination in the Midwest.  Green Bay, the heart of Brown County, is a legendary destination for winter ice fishing anglers, and while that season may be coming to a rapid end, there are still a few anglers that continue to find opportunities for Green Bay fishing this winter, especially in areas where access roads have been established.  However, even if you’ve missed your chance for winter ice fishing this year, there’s still reason to rejoice in the Green Bay fishing opportunities coming up soon.  The official 2013-2014 Wisconsin fishing season ends when licenses expire on March 31.  However, 2014-2015 licenses can be purchased today, and you get started on planning this years Green Bay fishing adventures!  When you stay at our Green Bay Bed and Breakfast, you’re within easy reach of the many wonderful Green Bay fishing opportunities that kick off again this spring. Continue reading

Wisconsin Fall Hiking

Wisconsin fall hikingFall is upon us, and it’s hard not to love the crisp air, bright blue skies, and vibrant orange, red, and yellow trees that come with it.  Fall begins the season of change, when the bright glare of summer gives way to the gold, red and burnt orange of the evening sky.  Northern Wisconsin is currently in the peak of its fall color season, where there is no better time to witness the beauty of fall firsthand.  With two easily-accessible and equally beautiful counties near Green Bay, the opportunities to get outdoors for some invigorating Wisconsin fall hiking are seemingly endless.  Stay with us at Astor House Bed and Breakfast, where your beautiful fall adventure awaits. Continue reading

Revel in Spectacular Wisconsin Fall Colors

Wisconsin Fall ColorWe all know that Green Bay is famous for Packer football. However, as Wisconsin’s oldest city, there is so much more to the area that is worth exploring. As we head into the month of September, it’s time to leave behind what has been a glorious Wisconsin summer, and start thinking about a delightful fall. Autumn in Wisconsin is all about the color; bright oranges, vibrant yellows, and deep reds. There is nothing like experiencing the beauty of Wisconsin fall colors. Delight your senses with the dazzling colors, pungent smells, and the quiet sounds of nature as you hike or bike the dozens of state and county parks. Head out on a driving tour, where you’re guaranteed a front row seat to Mother Nature’s fall show. Whether you’ve experienced fall in northeast Wisconsin before or not, you are sure to enjoy yourself during your visit. Fall foliage season is very popular, so Book your room with us now, and get started on your colorful Wisconsin journey! Continue reading

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