To the end of the Superior Hiking Trail
Jack hiked to the end of the Superior Hiking Trail last weekend and took some pictures at the 270 degree overlook.
Read moreCrazy and Courageous
When it comes to canoeing, a little of both By Ann Papenfuss I come from a long line of crazy or courageous people (the appropriate adjective of course, depends on your opinion). Aunt Genny and Uncle Jim definitely fall into both of these...
Read moreStand Up Paddling Primer
My love for the water goes back to my earliest days growing up in Virginia Beach. Later, when I started canoeing and whitewater kayaking…
Read moreBack by Dark:30
Jackson tells us two of his criteria for a great wilderness experience. And as you may have guessed, we have them both here on the North Shore.
Read moreSummer Fashions
Throwing on a simple single layer of clothing for a summer day is a treat after the bulk of winter clothing. And Colleen lets us know how we can do that in an oh-so-fashionable way.
Read moreSmallmouths in August
A wise man once said: “What if I die and get to heaven, and it’s not as nice as August in Minnesota?” To be sure, the wise man was my father.
Read moreThat Question Again?
As we head into the summer and our visitors and seasonal residents return to visit us on the North Shore, I start hearing that age old question: Should I…
Read moreThe Shoulder Season
I love winter–you have to when you choose to live in the Great North Woods. So I am always a tad melancholic when the weather starts to warm up. I’m not ready; never am. I want that one last…
Read moreThe 411 on UPF and the Sun
Sun protection has become much more of a routine than ever before. Protecting yourself from the sun’s damaging rays is getting easier as clothing manufacturers are now building an Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) into their garments.
Read moreTrue Spring
Do you know the difference between Fake Spring and True Spring? Jackson breaks it down for you in a way only a True Minnesotan can.
Read moreThe Steelhead Run
Poets write with longing for their fair haired loves. James writes with longing for fish. James wins.
Read moreOf weather and snow and pictures
Those of us who live in Cook County have the same complaints as everyone everywhere: our weather forecasts are never right.
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