Take a Kid Fishing in the BWCA this Weekend
Need an excuse to take a Boundary Waters Canoe trip this weekend? It’s Take a Kid Fishing this weekend so come on up the Gunflint Trail and wet a line or two. Set the hook on fun during Take-A-Kid …
How Many Days Should I Spend in the BWCA?
According to the article below a person should have at least three days in a wilderness setting to get the most benefits. When you’re planning your next Boundary Waters canoe trip keep this in mind if you want to …
New Week New Flowers Blooming
On a walk this morning I noticed more flowers blooming alongside the road. I saw a few colonies of False Lily of the Valley with their white spiky flowers blooming. This is the earliest I have ever seen them bloom up …
Camping by the Light of the Moon
Camping in the BWCA is always a treat but especially when there’s a full moon. I love to see the reflection of the moon on the water. It’s fun to paddle by the light of the moon too. The …
Wonderful Waterfalls
Our guests are having a great time on their BWCA canoe trips. High water levels are making routes with moving water next to the portages very beautiful. Waterfalls like Johnson Falls are flowing like crazy. I was …
Today in History…
Past member of the Voyageur Crew Adam Maxwell was born on this day in history. Last year he celebrated his birthday while paddling from Lake Superior to Hudson Bay. This year he is paddling to Hudson Bay again! …
Gneiss Lake Trail to Blueberry Hill
I wish I could say I was able to participate myself but unfortunately I couldn’t help clear the trail to Blueberry Hill. Unless you count throwing sticks out of the way the two times I’ve hiked it this spring! …
Sunshine Equals Happy Campers in the BWCA
The sun is shining today and it’s quite nice to see. We have a few tarps and tents that need drying and it’s been nearly impossible to do this past week. I’m sure the folks who are out in …
Earth’s Thirst Quenched and Gunflint Trail Flowers are Blooming
The lakes are filling up with water thanks to the flow from the ditches and creeks. The ground is saturated and the flora is happy. More and more marsh marigolds are appearing along the Gunflint Trail and the moccassin …
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Memorial Weekend Memories
Remembering those who have served on this Memorial Day and always.