Monthly Archives: May 2011

Birding feeding

Summer Birding Basics in Wisconsin

May 25, 2011 – 9:00 am

What’s on the menu? what to feed your summer bird visitors.

No-mess birdseed: A wonderful things for bird feeding that is not so messy.  Discarded shells and sprouting seeds don’t do much to enhance your outdoor relaxing or entertaining.  You work so hard in your gardens and mowing your yard this birdseed mix with no shells spares you the mess.  Often call “no-mess blend” or “sunflower chip, ” this option is more expensive but worth the extra cost in tidy dining is your goal and your yard. 
Fresh and clear Hummingbird nectar.  Make your own at home by mixing 4 parts boiled water to 1 part white sugar, and don’t use red dye, it’s not necessary, and why add additional components if you don’t need to.  In hot weather, sugar water can ferment quickly, so change the nectar in your feeder twice a week. Fresh is always best.

There is so much to do to attach birds for all to enjoy and we hope you will come to Wisconsin and stay with us at the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast in Sparta, WI while enjoying birding.

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Golfing Package

Wisconsin Stay & Play Golf Package at Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast

May 18, 2011 – 9:00 am

If you enjoy golf and want to spend a few days relaxing and enjoying some sunshine and green fairways, you’re going to love the golf & stay package!

“Play Around” Golf packages: Receive FREE GOLF CART on 9 or 18 holes. WHEN YOU STAY TWO NITES OR MORE at the Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast and book our “Stay n Play Golf Package”. Play River Run Golf Course, tee times must be reserved thru us.

River Run Golf Course will welcome you to come and play the River Run Golf Course, formerly known as Sparta Municipal Golf Course, located in west central Wisconsin just a mile from the Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast. This beautiful course has been given a three star rating by Golf Digest, making it the most popular in the area.

Our Play & Stay package are based on Overnight lodging, double occupancy with both guests playing 9 or 18 holes per day, including FREE GOLF CART on 9 or 18 holes. Play and stay packages are available May through October, or as weather & course conditions permit.

Due to the overwhelming demand for our Play & Stay packages, we urge you to make your reservations as far in advance as possible. Taxes and restaurant gratuity are not included.

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Area Recreation Biking Sparta fun Activities Trips

Planning a Biking Trip to Sparta, Wisconsin

May 11, 2011 – 9:00 am

Simple things you can do to plan a biking trip.  A fun and active way to spend quality time with your friends, family or spouse.

Spring is here and it’s time to take the bikes out of storage.  Bike riding is a fun way to stay in shape and great way to get to places you may want to go.  Riding bikes together is a good way to make sure your loved ones get the exercise they need.  This will also help you strengthen your relationships.  Before going on a bike trip it is a good idea to make plans for the outing.

A Week or Two Ahead of Time

There are many things that should be planned in Advance.

  1. Where are you going to stay at and what dates? Stay with us at the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast in Sparta, WI - 608-366-1427 or website FranklinVictorianBB.com . Call to make a reservation or make a secure on-line reservation from our website.
  2. Pick which state bike trails you are interested in riding.  We recommend the Elroy-Sparta state trail.  We are located one mile from the trail head, it offers 3 awesome tunnels and nature, small bike friendly towns to stop at and it is known world wide to be the best! We sure do!
  3. We provide a bike shuttle service for our guests to so you can ride the whole trail. Talk to the innkeepers to arrange or have more questions.
  4. Bring snacks for the trail so go shopping with your lists.

The Night Before the Biking Trip

The night before the outing is a great time to prepare for the trip.  You don’t want to wait until the morning you leave to pack and get ready.
  1. Make the lunches and put them in the refrig. till morning.
  2. Gather all the biking equipment and place in near the bikes or in your car. We suggest you pack a helmet, camera, flashlights for the tunnels, and a light rain jacket.
  3. Check over the bikes to make sure they are safe to ride. Put air in the tires if necessary.
  4. Have your GPS and or maps ready to go! Let someone know where you are going to be.
The Day of Your Biking Trip and Leaving Home
There won’t be a lot to do the day that you leave for your Trip because you have planned so well in advance.
  1.  After you are out of bed and dressed, sit down to eat breakfast.
  2. While you are out on the trip, take a lot of pictures.
See you Soon!
For reservations, visit the Franklin Victorian website or call 888-594-3822. The inn is located at 220 E. Franklin Street in Sparta, WI
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Calendar of Events National Egg Month Recipes

May is National Egg Month

May 4, 2011 – 9:00 am

Did you know that May is National Egg Month? That’s right!  Here’s a delicious egg recipe from the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast in Sparta, Wisconsin.  This is a great recipe that has guests asking for the recipe so we will share…. Enjoy and see more Delicious recipes on our website recipe page!

Salsa Egg Bake

Take a small ramekin dish and spray with non-stick spray. (Or you can use muffin tins)

Add shredded cheese to cover bottom

Add about 1 Tablespoon of Any Type of Salsa. We like to use salsa with ranch or pineapple salsa.

Break open one egg over salsa and break open yolk.

Top with move shredded cheese (Any flavors that melts well). You can top with fresh chive too!

Pour in 1 tsp. cream or milk.

Bake at 375 for 15 minutes or till lightly brown this is a very simple and flexible recipe, can be used for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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