It’s that time of year when some of our northwood’s neighbors depart for warmer climates. Maybe it’s only as far south as the Twin Cities but it’s getting quieter at the end of the Gunflint Trail. Signs of neighboring …
I’m part of the "PIN" Public Insight Network for Minnesota Public Radio. What that means is from time to time I get asked questions about various topics. If what you say is worthy of mentioning then sometimes they use …
No inside gossip about the life of a Voyageur Canoe Outfitter Crew member, just a story about a trip he took last summer. The real life of a true Voyageur! Feature Story: From Rails to Whales: An 1,800 Mile, …
I love to hike almost as much as I love to canoe and camp. If I didn’t have to carry all of my gear on my back for a thru hike then I would love it just as much. But …
Some of you may not realize there are 3 different fire stations located on the Gunflint Trail. All of them are for the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department and are strategically located. One is located near Popar Lake, the …
I read a thought provoking article and I wondered about how some of you felt about your place in the wilderness. I also wonder where he went into the BWCA and how many portages he took to get there because …
The Banadad is a great trail to hike on or cross-country ski. Come help make it an even better trail or join the Banadad Trail Association to show your support. Banadad Trail Association Trail Work Days & Annual Meeting …
I’ve had my fair share of frogs inside of our house but they didn’t come in on a plant. They were brought into the house by the hands of my children. I’ve had escapees sit by the door and …
I wasn’t actually working on the railroad I was exploring the old railroad. There is so much to learn about the history of the Gunflint Trail. I don’t know much about the Port Arthur, Duluth and Western Railroad but Dave …
Two bodies were discovered floating in Alton Lake on Sunday. Details are scarce as to what happened but they were floating next to a capsized canoe. It was a windy weekend with snowflakes falling on Saturday and good sized …