Summer Thoughts
Sometimes you have to think about summer just to get the chill out of your bones. We’ve had sunshine the past few days but it is nothing compared to the warmth of the summer sun. As the sun rises earlier …
Snow Sculpture for the BWCA
I absolutely love this snow sculpture!
Visit the Ice Caves?
Remember the craze over last year’s ice caves near the Apostle Islands? I do because I really wanted to visit them. The day I planned to visit them was super cold and windy and I ended up not making the …
Vote and Vote Again for Grand Marais
Grand Marais, Minnesota is a cool town. This morning it was especially cool with a temperature of negative 11 degrees but that isn’t the “cool” I am referring to. I’m talking about the Budget Travel contest where you can vote …
Moose Population News
I haven’t been following the moose population study as closely as I normally do. Hopefully I’ll have some time to read more about it but for now here’s the DNR press release with a link for more information. Minnesota’s moose …
Great Snow on the Gunflint Trail
If you’re looking for a place to cross-country ski or snowmobile this winter then come to the Gunflint Trail. It’s a winter wonderland and there is plenty of snow to enjoy your favorite winter activities. Folks have been out on …
A Day Off
No school for the kids tomorrow so that means I don’t have to get up early. Yippeeeee! The older I get the more I value sleep. I can’t wait to sleep in. Not sure what else is on the agenda …
A Decision Made on Snowmobile Trail
If a tree falls in a forest and no one is there to hear it then does it make a sound? Some argue the answer is “Yes” while others say, “No.” If a snowmobile drives alongside the BWCA wilderness and …
A Valentine’s Day Treat
This weekend is a special weekend with Valentine’s Day on Saturday and President’s Day on Monday. It’s a long weekend and it’s going to be chilly on the Gunflint Trail, perfect for snuggling up with a sweetheart. Unfortunately I won’t …
A Big Day at the Brewery
We opened the doors of Voyageur Brewing Company today and the support from our community was overwhelming. I know people have said they were looking forward to the opening but I didn’t think we’d see them all on our first …