These Days Are So Long
It seems like it happened overnight but it’s been happening since December. The days are getting longer and the nights are getting shorter. It’s no longer black outside when I take the kids out to the bus stop and …
That’s How We Earn Our Reputation
Anyone can dig themselves out of a major dumping of snow that happens once every couple of years. Most folks can survive three days of bitter cold temperatures during an entire winter but Gunflint Trail folks earn our reputation …
It’s That Time of the Year
There’s always something to do when you own a resort or canoe outfitting business. Every month of the calendar marks some deadline for some thing that has to be done. Whether it’s an order for canoes, freeze dried food or camping equipment there has to be a deadline …
Winter Woes
What if winter went away for good? When I hear all of the talks about global warming I get really scared. I love winter and playing in the snow and I love living on the Gunflint Trail. Would I …
Make Some Tracks
The weekend weather was wonderful and I was able to get out and make some tracks in the snow. I went cross-country skiing on Saturday and Sunday and the trails were incredible. I’m always in awe of all of the …
A Night To Remember
I have to admit I’m getting kind of caught up in this Pink Prom idea for Mush for a Cure. I have found myself all over the internet searching for murals, tiaras, robes and decorations. I had no clue …
Things are Looking Up
According to Spaceweather.com things are looking up for viewing the northern lights in 2010. With increased solar activity already this year sky watchers are hopeful we’ll see more northern lights than we have in the past couple of years. …
Paddling Plans
Are you dreaming of warmer days and open water for paddling? I’m not quite ready for that yet but it’s never too early to plan your next wilderness canoe camping trip. We’re keeping busy answering emails and phone calls …
Beautifully Executed- Sarcasm and Moose Recapture
Seems like a strange combination of words to use together don’t you think? Since when has execution ever been beautiful? That’s what the director of biology for the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa was quoted as …
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Never Understimate the Power of Pink
PinkProm Pasta Party Featuring The Bald, The Brave and The Beautiful During the 4th Annual Mush for a Cure Sled Dog Fundraiser FEBRUARY 16, Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MINNESOTA ─ Don’t wait for Saturday to head to the Gunflint …