I Pick Today
One look at the forecast for the week and my decision has been made. If I could choose a day to start my canoe trip into the Boundary Waters then I would pick today. This is the best forecast for …
Year: 2009
Is 40 Too Old to Start a Lumber Jill Career?
Well, even if it is, I’m not 40 yet so I still have time. Why didn’t I know about the exciting Lumberjack sports as a little kid? I sure wish I had an opportunity to watch or participate in the …
Boom, Boom
For once it isn’t the sound of thunder. The sun is shining and it’s a great day to come out and watch the professional boom run athletes compete. Support the GTVFD and we’ll see you at the Atkinson Pond …
13 of 20
Today is not only August 1st but also lucky number 13. It is the 13th day out of the past 20 days that we have had rain fall from the sky. I was hoping August would start out with …
Fisherman’s Picnic
Watch out folks, Grand Marais is hopping. It’s Fisherman’s Picnic and everyone is flocking to town for the festivities. Fish burgers, fish tosses and many other activities are scheduled for the weekend. It’s a beautiful day in Grand Marais …
Crew Dinner
Last night we celebrated the season by dining out with the Voyageur Crew. We enjoyed a great meal of barbecued ribs at Loon Lake Lodge, not before we snapped a bunch of photos though…
Boom Run Fun
Fishermen’s Picnic is almost here. This weekend Grand Marais will be filled with folks eating fish burgers, tossing fish and celebrating all things fish and more. There will be softball games, the bingo tent, a boat parade and many …
Be Berry Careful
It’s blueberry picking time and the berries are ripening. The Superior National Forest has issued a warning to those who plan to pick in the area. REMINDER FOR SAFE BERRY PICKING ON SUPERIOR NATIONAL FOREST July 23, 2009 — …
They’re Going to Get You
Something unusual has happened for the 2nd time this year in Cook County. A person trying to avoid the long arm of the law thought he may be able to escape to the Gunflint Trail or possibly Canada. The …
Oh What Fun
Oh what fun It is to ride in a 22 person powered dragon boat. We had a terrific time in Grand Marais during the Dragon Boat Races. I never went to look at Team Gunflint’s times or standings …