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Road trip part 3 – Sheboygan, WI

July 8, 2015 By Shann 76 Comments

After hitting Bay Beach and meeting Thomas the Train, we decided to make one more stop before heading home.  We decided to stop and stay in Sheboygan, WI.  It was on the way, and then we’d only have about an hour drive home the next day.

My husband grew up in Sheboygan, so he already had some ideas in mind for activities.  I’d been there once before, but it was 6 years ago.  I was pregnant with our oldest, and we went to the John Michael Kohler Art Museum.  It was a beautiful museum, but I wasn’t feeling so hot, so that’s all we got to see.

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This trip, we were going to go eat, go check-in to our hotel, walk along the waterfront, eat again, and visit the beach.  We also planned to drive through my husband’s old neighborhood to show the boys where he grew up. Most of it went according to plan.  With our boys, you never know.

Sheboygan is really a beautiful city.  It’s located right on Lake Michigan.  It took us less than an hour to get there from Green Bay, WI, which is 55 miles North, and Milwaukee,WI is just another hour South.

We found a restaurant right on the Harbor, so we got a table outside.  While waiting for our food, the boys were able to walk along the boardwalk, and I just got to relax for a second.  It was wonderful.

Our food came, the boys ate a little, drank a lot of lemonade, then we were ready to get to the hotel.

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The waitress also mentioned an ice cream parlor along the boardwalk, so after dropping off our stuff and checking out the room, we headed to get ice cream.

The shop was really cute.  It was like an old-fashioned soda shop, complete with a train running on a track near the ceiling. The boys were pretty excited to get some ice cream…until they saw the giant Lollipops. Of course, this was after we already got them ice cream.  Oh well.  It’s vacation, right?

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So, I caved to the screaming, and we piled in the car with Lollipops.  We then took a drive to see where my husband grew up.  We got to see his old house, his elementary school, and there was even a tree swing he remembered.

The kids finished their lollipops and were so sticky, we had to clean up.  We then took out the wagon, and once again walked along the boardwalk and peer.  It was such a beautiful day.

By the time we finished, it was time to eat again.  My husband called an old high school friend to meet us for dinner, but the combination of no naps and a lot of sugar did not bode well.  Needless to say, I spent most of the dinner out in the car with a screaming twin.

Early to bed for everyone!

The next morning, we took advantage of the free continental breakfast at our hotel, then headed to Kohler-Andrea State Park.  We ended up buying a season pass for the State Parks because we figured it would give us a good excuse to visit another one soon.  Plus, a season pass for a resident is only $25.

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It was really beautiful. There are two beaches, plus trees surrounding everything.  There were sand dunes for the kids to climb…and jump off of.  Plus, when we first arrived, we had the whole beach to ourselves.

And yes, we are wearing long sleeves.  In the end of June.  It’s Wisconsin, after all.

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It was too cold to go in the water, plus the tide was very high.  We had a lot of fun just digging in the sand, and running around.  Into the park a little ways near the campgrounds, there was a playground.  The kids got to run, slide, and burn off some energy before we decided to head home.

Full of sand and great memories, we really had a fun road trip!

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Filed Under: road trips Tagged With: Beach, ice cream, ice cream shop, Kohler-Andrae State Park, lake michigan, lollipops, playground, road trips, Sheboygan, water, waterfront, Wisconsin

Comments

  1. katerina says

    July 8, 2015 at 7:45 am

    What fun and beautiful pictures! It looks like such a fun trip with your boys and it’s so nice to show them where your husband grew up!

    kat | http://www.DeliriumStyle.com

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 10:28 am

      Thank you!

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  2. Autumn @ Stay gold Autumn says

    July 8, 2015 at 8:25 am

    My mother in law grew up in Sheboygan. I think that area of the country is so beautiful!

    Also, you really wear pregnancy well, so cute! 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 10:28 am

      Awe. Thank you!

      Reply
  3. Krysten says

    July 8, 2015 at 8:27 am

    Gosh that looks awesome!

    Krysten @ Why Girls Are Weird

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  4. Lindsey Smallwood says

    July 8, 2015 at 9:07 am

    Oh man, I’m totally jealous. I LOVE the beach, looks like you had so much fun with your boys. We are moving to Michigan next year so I will keep that place in mind since we’ll be closer.

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 10:27 am

      Nice! Good luck with your move.

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  5. good enuf mommy says

    July 8, 2015 at 9:23 am

    The state park looks beautiful!! What a fun trip! I’m sure you’ve built many memories!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 10:26 am

      It really is. Thank you!

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  6. Emily says

    July 8, 2015 at 9:27 am

    Looks like your family is having a lot of fun!! Enjoy!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 10:26 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. shelahmoss says

    July 8, 2015 at 10:15 am

    It looks like this road trip is a big success. Aren’t lollipops wonderful in stressful moments? 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 10:25 am

      Yes…if only they weren’t so sticky. 🙂

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  8. caitlincheevers says

    July 8, 2015 at 10:44 am

    Oh my goodness, the lollipops! Too funny. I live about 45 minutes from the opposite side of Lake Michigan, so it’s always fun to see what’s on the Wisconsin side! 🙂
    xo, Caitlin
    And Possibly Dinosaurs

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 2:08 pm

      Nice! If you ever take a trip across the Lake…come visit! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Sarah says

    July 8, 2015 at 10:47 am

    How fun! Sorry about the sugar meltdown stress, but it looks like the rest of the time was enjoyed 🙂 .

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 2:07 pm

      Yes, it was. Thanks for reading!

      Reply
  10. Chandler says

    July 8, 2015 at 11:00 am

    So fun!! We just went to visit my husband’s old neighborhood and it was a fun experience to share with him. This trip really makes me want to go on one soon!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 2:07 pm

      Yay! You should. Thank you!

      Reply
  11. Caitlin says

    July 8, 2015 at 11:33 am

    Looks like you had a great day! Sounds like a really neat soda shop!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 2:06 pm

      Yes, lots of fun. Thank you!

      Reply
  12. Cynthia @craftoflaughter says

    July 8, 2015 at 12:14 pm

    the lollipop pics are the best! Love them all

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 2:06 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  13. triciathegoodmama says

    July 8, 2015 at 12:16 pm

    Oh it looks like you guys had a really nice time! It sure sounds pretty up there. I’ve only been to Michigan which is gorgeous.

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 2:05 pm

      It’s definitely has some similarities to MI, but I’m a little biased to WI 😉

      Reply
  14. sicorra says

    July 8, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    Sounds like an excellent trip! My first stop would have been the ice cream shop. I love old fashioned soda shops 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 2:05 pm

      Yes, it was so cute! Thanks!

      Reply
  15. Erin says

    July 8, 2015 at 1:28 pm

    Another Wisconsinite! I live in Madison but have spent some time in Sheboygan! Beautiful area! So glad to find yet another Wisconsin blogger 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 2:04 pm

      Yes! Wisconsin rocks!

      Reply
  16. Donni says

    July 8, 2015 at 1:38 pm

    It looks like your road trip was so much fun! I’ll be taking my young cousin to A Day Out With Thomas event later this year and I can’t wait to get to the beach.

    Thanks for sharing!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 2:04 pm

      Thanks for reading! Have fun with Thomas!

      Reply
  17. Logan Can says

    July 8, 2015 at 2:08 pm

    It looks like y’all had a great time! My son also met Thomas back in April and he was in heaven! haha Your boys are adorable!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  18. Jessica says

    July 8, 2015 at 2:11 pm

    looks like such an amazing trip!!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  19. Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations says

    July 8, 2015 at 2:16 pm

    I love old fashioned soda shoppes! They are so much fun. 🙂 And I totally get where you’re coming from, I love my kids and love creating memories with them, but sometimes I wonder if it’s all worth it. Then I remember it is. 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      Ha! Yes! Sometimes parts aren’t so great, but as a whole it’s worth it. 🙂

      Reply
  20. Connie Schachel says

    July 8, 2015 at 2:39 pm

    We lived in Sheboygan from 1960 until 2007 – first in Black River at the north end of the park, and then in Lake Park Estates, on Terry Andrae Terrace, which is just west of the park. Which high school did your husband attend? He may know our kids who all went to South High.

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:59 pm

      He lived in Black River on Timberline lane, but only went to South for one quarter in 1987. Then his family moved for his Dad’s job. Small world!

      Reply
  21. Angie Brunette says

    July 8, 2015 at 4:35 pm

    I live in Sheboygan, and usually don’t take advantage of everything we have here. Thanks for opening my eyes again to the beauty of our city, and making me want to go out and enjoy it!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:50 pm

      Awe. Thank you so much! We really had a great time in your city. 🙂

      Reply
  22. Jennifer Clay says

    July 8, 2015 at 5:31 pm

    It looks like you and your family had a ton of fun. I bet my son would really like the Thomas event. He is getting into trains alot lately. He is 2 though.

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:49 pm

      He might be a little young, but you never know. Each kid is different. Thanks for reading!

      Reply
  23. Ellen Oliveira says

    July 8, 2015 at 6:15 pm

    I wish my kiddo liked to play in the sand, we live so close to the beach. Soon! Have a great a week!

    Young Love Mommy

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:49 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  24. Dayne says

    July 8, 2015 at 6:44 pm

    AWWWW!!! Those lollipop pics are priceless! Such a great trip! Thanks for sharing 😀

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:47 pm

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  25. kleebanks says

    July 8, 2015 at 7:23 pm

    Sounds like you all had a wonderful time. Great pics! I commend you for traveling and doing so well at 8 months pregnant!

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  26. Rebekah Hamblen says

    July 8, 2015 at 7:46 pm

    Oh my goodness you definitely brought back some fond memories for me with this post! I grew up in the U.P. so Bay Beach was a summer tradition. Sheboygan is definitely beautiful as are so many of the little towns in WI.

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:47 pm

      Awesome! Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  27. Liz Mays says

    July 8, 2015 at 7:50 pm

    I love all that climbing and sand dune exploration. Kids have such fun doing that!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 7:52 pm

      Yes! Especially my 5-year-old. 🙂

      Reply
  28. Brea says

    July 8, 2015 at 8:35 pm

    This looks like you had a blast!!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 9:51 pm

      We did! Thank you!

      Reply
  29. Helen Olivas says

    July 8, 2015 at 8:36 pm

    Was one of those lollipops the kind that makes your whole mouth blue? I used to love them when I was a kid!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 9:51 pm

      Yes! I think he got everything Blue!

      Reply
  30. Curtis Joseph says

    July 8, 2015 at 8:53 pm

    A nice road trip is always fun! I love doing one in the summer with the family.

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 9:51 pm

      Yes! Thank you!

      Reply
  31. Dina Farmer says

    July 8, 2015 at 9:11 pm

    Who doesn’t like the beach right? Haha!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 9:50 pm

      Exactly!

      Reply
  32. byecomparison says

    July 8, 2015 at 9:46 pm

    Fun! Sheboygan, who knew?? I’m actually heading back to my hometown tomorrow with my girls for a week. I love seeing childhood places of the people I love and it’s always a little surreal to visit my own, too. That picture of you and all 3 boys at the sand dunes is fantastic!!

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 9:50 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  33. Beth@FrugalFroggie says

    July 8, 2015 at 10:02 pm

    Sounds like a fun road trips with your kids. I would love to visit Wisconsin.

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    • Shann says

      July 8, 2015 at 10:24 pm

      You should! I can show you around 😉

      Reply
  34. Jenni says

    July 9, 2015 at 12:18 am

    Sounds like such a fun visit! I haven’t been to Sheboygan before, but I’m from MN so I think I need to make it happen at some point. That ice parlor sounds like an amazing spot.

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    • Shann says

      July 9, 2015 at 9:35 am

      Yes, you should! Thanks for reading!

      Reply
  35. Pat Fenner says

    July 9, 2015 at 5:56 am

    Many years ago we tool a roadtrip with our 11 yr old, 9 yr old and infant. By the end of the 6-week experience, the baby was just done with that car seat, and I remember the last leg of that trip with the 2 older kids curled up in the car with pillows wrapped around their heads! It’s funny now, but it sure wasn’t then!!
    Thanks for sharing your story…

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    • Shann says

      July 9, 2015 at 9:34 am

      Ha! Too funny! It’s good you can laugh about it now. Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  36. Inspiration Indulgence says

    July 9, 2015 at 9:41 am

    This post makes me so happy because I am a Wisconsinite as well! Good ol’ Bay Beach 🙂 I was born in Green Bay, went to school at UW-La Crosse, and am now living in Oconto Falls pursuing my master’s degree at UW Oshkosh. Love me some Wisconsin!!

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    • Shann says

      July 9, 2015 at 9:43 am

      Awesome! Great to “meet” another WI blogger! Thanks for reading!

      Reply
  37. Mykidsguide says

    July 9, 2015 at 10:09 am

    Too bad, you didn’t get to swim. It’s nice, though that you were all able to enjoy the sand and the beautiful view.

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  38. Elizabeth O. says

    July 9, 2015 at 10:12 am

    Sounds like you had an amazing trip. I love the lollipop photos!

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  39. almostsexymommy says

    July 9, 2015 at 11:06 am

    It looks beautiful there. Sorry you didn’t get to enjoy your dinner 🙁

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  40. tonygreene113 says

    July 9, 2015 at 11:13 pm

    with all my children being of the teenage variety these kinds of excursions have become few and far between. I’m hoping sometime this summer that we could head down to the Keys of florida and see the farthest point in America.

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  41. Esther Wilson says

    July 10, 2015 at 11:05 am

    Sounds like you had such a great time. I love the matching shirts. I bet it was so neat for your husband and you to see some of his past. I love going back and looking where I grew up. we used to go and see a tree we planted but now someone has taken it down. I hope you have many more trips like this and enjoy the rest of your summer. 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 10, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      Thank you! You too!

      Reply

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