Our Incredible Voyageur Crew
It feels like summer just started yet some of our amazing crew have already left and returned to civilization for another school year. It is so sad to see them leave and each one takes a little piece of my …
Minnesota Wolf Population
I know our wolf population on the Gunflint Trail is healthy. Two times this summer when picking blueberries I heard wolves howl. I saw their scat but unfortunately didn’t get to see them. Here’s what the Minnesota DNR has to …
School Shopping
It seemed like it would be the perfect day to make a quick trip to Duluth to get the much needed school supplies. Abby already had to be in Two Harbors for volleyball so it’s just another 30 minutes in …
Thimbleberries are Good and Good for You
While driving with my kids recently they threatened to put blinders on me. I could see thimbleberry bushes lining the road and I wanted to stop and pick them. I did stop a couple of times and that’s when the …
Wondering about Wintergreen
Wintergreen is such a pretty plant. You can find it in the BWCA and on the Gunflint Trail in abundance. Did you know its leaves and berries can be used? Here’s some information from the emergency outdoors blog. The leaves …
Rugby Dog Rules
“Can the dog go outside? “Yes, he goes anywhere he wants to.” However the dog, Rugby, is going to be 11 years old in October and he is pretty much deaf. He also has no fear of vehicles and has …
A Walk in the Woods
It was a perfect day for a walk in the woods and Cook County has perfect woods to walk in.
Sturgeon Moon on the Gunflint Trail
I love the fact Native Americans named their full moons each month. It makes it so much more interesting than just saying, “Tonight’s a full moon.” It’s interesting because it’s usually a glimpse into what was happening in the natural …
Squirrel Steals a Go Pro
Ever wonder what it would be like to be a squirrel climbing in a tree? Wonder no more thanks to this fun video!
Wondering about the Weather
“What’s the forecast?” Each morning and throughout every day at Voyageur we are continually asked about the weather. We print a forecast for the area in the morning but with today’s access to the internet people want to know an …