Finally Feeling a Little More Like Spring
Our docks are floating on the Seagull River! That means there is no longer ice beneath them and that is a good thing. There is still ice elsewhere on the river and the area lakes but moose pond is almost …
Ham Run is Done for 2014
It didn’t snow and it barely drizzled, I’d call that a great Ham Run! The participants had a good time and I’d call it another successful Ham Run on the Gunflint Trail. Here’s a few photos I thought I would …
Wi-Fi in the Quetico Park
While I don’t think wireless access at the Cache Bay Ranger Station on our end of the Quetico Park is in the cards, it may be for the north side of the Quetico. Parks Canada is installing wireless internet hotspots …
Only in Minnesota
Only on the Gunflint Trail can you run the Ham Run Half-Marathon or 5k Fun Run tomorrow! Only in Minnesota is the newest campaign for the Minnesota Office of Tourism. You can hashtag Only in Minnesota and find your post …
Prepare for Bear
It’s that time of the year again when one must put their bird feeders away and be diligent about keeping garbage inaccessible to critters. Even though there is still snow on the ground bears may be getting hungry and they …
Ham Run Fun on the Gunflint Trail
This Saturday, May 2nd is the Ham Run Half-Marathon and 5k Fun Run on the Gunflint Trail. It may not be sunny or particularly warm but the Gunflint Trail is always a fabulous place for a run. Participants are challenged …
New Fishing Regulations the end of the Gunflint Trail?
The DNR is seeking input about proposed changes to fishing regulations on Saganaga, Seagull, Gull Lake and the Seagull River. This drop in walleye population and size must be because of my son Josh catching so many fish from our …
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Life on the Invisible Line
A while back I mentioned a new book about our area called, “Life on the Invisible Line.” I didn’t do a review for you but Quetico Park Ranger Janice Matichuk did and she said I could share it with you …
The Mighty Mississippi
Some of you have read about our relationship with Clear Waters Outfitting Company in Clearwater, Minnesota. It’s a great outfitter and Wenonah Retailer on the Mississippi River just north of the Twin Cities. Mike’s cousin Dan who owns and operates …
Give the Gift of a Fishing License
It doesn’t have to be a special occasion to give someone a gift, especially if it’s a gift of a fishing license. For just $304 you can purchase a Minnesota lifetime fishing license for any resident age 3 and under …