As a lifetime resident of Minnesota water shortages aren’t something I have ever really dealt with. There is plenty of fresh water in our lakes and rivers and digging a well with a good water source isn’t usually too difficult. …
It isn’t uncommon to have visitors at Voyageur, but we have had some uncommon visitors lately. One evening I opened the back door to let Rugby out and much to my surprise I saw his twin! It was a …
The Minnesota Monarchs were a women’s professional volleyball team, I’m not sure if they are still around or not. Below are the rest of the answers to yesterday’s Minnesota Quiz. Congratulations to all of you and thanks for playing! …
Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes; more or less depending upon who you ask. It is a well-known fact that Minnesota has alot of water but did you know we have a state photograph? I sure didn’t. I …
The moose hunt in Northeastern Minnesota opens on September 30th this year. The licenses are only issued to Minnesota residences and it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity. Once you get a license it’s the only one you will ever …
One of my favorite things to do in the fall is hike. It’s perfect for those warm, sunny days when the wind is blowing and I don’t feel like fighting the waves. The Gunflint Trail has some great hiking …
The Quetico Foundation was established in 1954 and is "Dedicated to the preservation of wilderness values of Quetico Provincial Park." The Quetico Park is popular among many canoeing enthusiasts with 85% of the users coming from the United …
"I have a burning permit, now is it ok for me to burn my garbage?" This question is similar to one I often ask my children after I catch them hitting each other, "When is it ok to hit …
This is definitely the case with the fires of the East Zone Complex, no news is good news indeed. The last public meeting was held on Saturday morning and it came as no surprise to most people that things …
The American Canoe Association has recommended 12 Water Trails from across the USA for 2006. In order to be recommended the trail must be a "contiguous or semi-contiguous waterway or series of waterways that is open to recreational use …