The first stop along the journey was Green Bay WI. We decided to keep next to the lake for as long as possible on or way up, which was definitely the right thing to do. It certainly wasn’t the quickest route, but it took us through winding roads, small towns, old pristine neighborhoods, downtown Milwaukee and offered some excellent views of the lake along the way. It was basically Sheridan Rd and 32 for as long it was near the shore.

 

Once we headed inland, it was picturesque Wisconsin farmland for as far as the eye could see. We couldn’t have had a better day with the weather, it was a comfortable temperature for riding and sunshine the whole way. The smell of good ol fashioned farmtown (read: cow shit) persisted throughout.

At one point we were even riding along a road that didn’t have any lines. It’s amazing what you might find by taking “Riverside Dr” or a loosely marked road that looks to go through but isn’t google’s recommended route.

Once we made it to Green Bay, we of course had to check out the actual Bay.

After relaxing next to the bay for a bit, we decided to check out the nearby Bay Beach wildlife preserve. We are surprised to find an assortment of rescued animals there, including otters, a couger, bobcats and a red fox.

Later on we met up and hung out with our couch surfing hosts and attended a neat seminar on health and spirituality. Couch surfing was excellent and I couldn’t have imagined a better start to the trip (thanks again guys if you’re reading!).

Here’s our route for day 1

Next stop Marquette Michigan. Lake Superior here I come.