It was raining when I woke up yesterday morning and was still raining when I went to sleep last night. I don’t think it quit raining once during the entire day. Unfortunately my plans for the day included a couple of …
I love otters. I’m not sure why or when I started loving them so much but the fact remains I do. Perhaps it has something to do with my love of the water and swimming? Or how graceful and …
In a state of 10,000 plus lakes it sounds kind of strange to be talking about conserving water. That is what the DNR is suggesting Minnesotans do because of the drought conditions in the state. I know other states …
If you live in central Minnesota and you’re against the mining proposed in the state then you have an opportunity to go paddling on the 22nd. If you don’t feel like paddling then you can still show your lack …
I’ve been thinking green for Halloween for a number of years but didn’t even realize it. We rarely purchase new costumes and most of the time my kids just make up their costumes with what they have. They don’t …
It’s that time of the year again, Moose Madness is here. There are activities happening throughout the weekend in Grand Marais, Minnesota. Most area businesses are participating in some fashion or other so be sure to check them all …
It’s that time of year when some of our northwood’s neighbors depart for warmer climates. Maybe it’s only as far south as the Twin Cities but it’s getting quieter at the end of the Gunflint Trail. Signs of neighboring …
I’m part of the "PIN" Public Insight Network for Minnesota Public Radio. What that means is from time to time I get asked questions about various topics. If what you say is worthy of mentioning then sometimes they use …
No inside gossip about the life of a Voyageur Canoe Outfitter Crew member, just a story about a trip he took last summer. The real life of a true Voyageur! Feature Story: From Rails to Whales: An 1,800 Mile, …
I love to hike almost as much as I love to canoe and camp. If I didn’t have to carry all of my gear on my back for a thru hike then I would love it just as much. But …