Ask Pat
If you ever needed to know what was going on at the end of the Gunflint Trail all you had to do was Ask Pat. That was until 2007 when the Ham Lake Fire burned Frank and Pat Shunn’s …
Category: News
Monetary Benefits Considered
I know they say, "Money makes the world go round." but does it always have to be the most important consideration when making a decision? Too many decisions are made because of money. When does quality enter the equation? …
The Case of the Disappearing Firefly
If you want to find a firefly then you may need to come to my neighborhood to see one. In the summertime when it’s dark outside I can look out my window and see tiny flashes of light in the …
The Moon and More
Words can’t describe how beautiful the Gunflint Trail is right now. The snow is hanging onto the branches of the trees and the sunlight makes everything sparkle. The winter landscape is incredible in spite of the cold temperatures. …
Border Route Trail Clearing
Good news for those of us who love to hike or snowshoe the Border Route Trail. To celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the completion of the Border Route Trail, the Border Route Trail Association is planning a full slate …
Ski the Banadad
I skiied the Banadad Trail a number of years ago and I really want to do it again. Thanks to the newly formed Banadad Trail Association the trail is said to be in better condition than ever. Gunflint Trail- …
Another Athlete Claims Retirement
When Brett Favre retired he didn’t stay retired, thank goodness for that. Mark Black may not be quite as famous as Brett Favre but to those in the mushing world he’s somewhat of a legend. Mark has participated in fifteen Beargrease Marathons and …
Lily the Bear
Lily the Bear may become more popular than the Hamm’s Bear at least with the computer savvy generation. Lily is a bear in Northeastern Minnesota who recently gave birth to a cub. Not an exceptional feat in itself but …
Fabulous Frozen Falls
Almost everyone who travels the North Shore of Lake Superior has seen Gooseberry Falls. Years ago the parking was right alongside Highway 61 and the visitor center was adjacent to the Highway making it a convenient place to stop. Before …
Inappropriate Content on Site
I know I shouldn’t probably post this joke on my blog but I find it too funny not to. Everyone has heard of Sven and Ole, not just the pizza place in Grand Marais. Here’s the sad story of …