BWCA Cell Phone Tower
There’s good news for the folks who love the Boundary Waters. The judge will not allow a cell tower that would be visible from the BWCA to be built. A shorter tower will be built but BWCA campers won’t even …
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Smoke from the Kekekabic Fire
Yesterday I detected the faint smell of smoke. We’ve been experiencing smoke in the air from fires in Canada but this time it was from a fire in the Boundary Waters. In July a group of ours spotted a …
The Names I’ve Been Called
I have to admit I’ve been called alot of names but the other day I was called a new one, "The Chainsaw Massacre." It was 90 degrees and humid as can be but I felt like clearing brush so …
Paddling Words of Wisdom
I can’t claim to have written these but I can try to live by these words and so can you! Seven pointers for life and business success learned from a canoe trip There is nothing like a break to …
Affordable Vacations at Voyageur
It’s always fun to hear about people’s vacations, especially when they share it with others! The big deal vacation This article from StarTribune.com can also be viewed on our full website KAREN LUNDEGAARD, Star Tribune July 31, 2011 – …
Last Weekend in July
Where did the month of July go? It’s the last day of July and it’s difficult to believe it’s already over. It’s been a great month at Voyageur Canoe Outfitters with lots of wonderful guests heading out into and …
Get Outside and Check out the Skies
The northern lights might fill the sky tonight… Space Weather News for July 30, 2011 http://spaceweather.com Solar and geomagnetic activity continues to intensify on July 30th. The day began with an almost-X class solar flare from big sunspot …
Winning Isn’t Everything
I’m a competitive person and until recently I believed the saying, "Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing." After losing last night’s softball game I think I have changed my mind. What helped me change my mind was I was able to laugh …
Sleep Easier in the BWCA
Since I posted the blog about hammocks I’ve received some feedback. I’ve heard of a few new ones and thought I would post a poll on Facebook so others can vote or add their favorite. I also found this article …
Plastics in the BWCA and Elsewhere
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