Freezing Spray Warnings
There are a few big boats left on Lake Superior and this time of the year they are frequently seen close to shore. With the freezing cold temperatures on the way there’s a freezing spray warning for them. I hadn’t …
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A White and Frosty Christmas on the Gunflint Trail
If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a white Christmas then head to the Gunflint Trail. We’ve got plenty of snow to play in and it looks like a winter wonderland. The temperature has been pretty mild so far …
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Holiday Energy Saving Tips
Courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Commerce offers 10 tips to save energy and money during the holidays The Minnesota Department of Commerce recommends several simple ways to conserve energy and save money this holiday season: Ask for and …
Eagle Camera
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Where Have You Been? December 15, 2017 We’ve been flying around, arranging sticks, posing for the new camera and – oh wait, that’s for the birds…. Here at the Minnesota Nongame Wildlife Program, we’ve been …
Simplify your gift giving
Looking for some good gift giving ideas that don’t require boxes or wrapping paper? The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is encouraging folks to give the gift of an experience in place of a material gift. Material gifts don’t bring lasting …
Got Snow. Find out how much
If you’re wondering how much snow we have up in our neck of the woods, or anywhere in Minnesota for that matter, you can find out online. NOAA has an interactive site for up to date information on snow depth …
Border Crossing Woes
If you’ve ever been turned away at the Canadian Border or haven’t been granted a Remote Area Border Crossing Permit there may be something you can do. By Mark Fischenich mfischenich@mankatofreepress.com Q: I recently had a friend who was driving …
Sensational Sunsets and Sunrises
We’re treated to so many gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, I thought I’d share a sunset from the other night.
U-turns allowed for a 1000 foot freighter
What happens when the lift bridge quits lifting? A fast u-turn!
Supermoon Coming Soon
The supermoon of December is the only full moon supermoon of the year and it will appear on December 3rd. A supermoon happens when the moon is full or new when it’s at it’s closest point to the Earth in …