Blueberries the Size of Grapes
While out roaming the woods yesterday I stumbled upon a large patch of blueberries that were as large as grapes. I kid you not. As far as my eyes could see it was big blue berries everywhere. Obviously no …
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Portaging the Twin Cities
Folks in the Twin Cities should be on the lookout for a person portaging a Wenonah Canoe. The Farmer’s Market, a Twins game and Como Park are a few of the places you may encounter the canoeist promoting the …
Northwoods Potpourri
It’s a little bit of this and that today at the end of the Gunflint Trail since I can’t seem to get my thoughts organized enough to write a blog that would make sense! If you like birds …
Smart Boating
There’s a certain amount of risk involved in almost everything you do. You can minimize risk when you’re on the water by being prepared and by always wearing your life vest. The state of Minnesota requires children …
Lima Mountain Hiking Trail
Yesterday’s cooler temperatures and crazy winds kept me from heading out onto any body of water. Since it felt like fall I decided I should partake in one of my favorite fall activities and go on a hike. I hadn’t …
Clear Waters Outfitting Company
We’re excited to announce the opening of Clear Waters Outfitting Company in Clearwater, Minnesota. Mike’s cousin and her husband have recently opened this awesome business on the Mississippi River. They offer canoe and kayak rentals, shuttle service to and …
Fishing Line Kills
That seems like an obvious statement when the fishing line is used to catch a fish but it isn’t common sense that it could kill in other instances. I guess I should have realized animals could become tangled up in discarded fishing line …
Treasure Chest Found in Seagull Lake
It’s not every day a sunken treasure is discovered in the Boundary Waters but it is a lucky day when it does happen. Our neighbor on Seagull Lake was snorkeling when he made his discovery of a tackle box. …
Showers of Rain and Meteors
Yesterday brought a much needed .70 inches of rain to the end of the Gunflint Trail. Things were getting kind of crispy in the woods so I was happy to listen to the rain on the roof off and …
A Few of My Favorite Things
I have quite a few favorites but when it comes to canoe camping in the Boundary Waters and Quetico Park there are some things I will not leave home without. Here are a few of my favorite items to …