The Names I’ve Been Called
I have to admit I’ve been called alot of names but the other day I was called a new one, "The Chainsaw Massacre." It was 90 degrees and humid as can be but I felt like clearing brush so …
Year: 2011
Paddling Words of Wisdom
I can’t claim to have written these but I can try to live by these words and so can you! Seven pointers for life and business success learned from a canoe trip There is nothing like a break to …
Affordable Vacations at Voyageur
It’s always fun to hear about people’s vacations, especially when they share it with others! The big deal vacation This article from StarTribune.com can also be viewed on our full website KAREN LUNDEGAARD, Star Tribune July 31, 2011 – …
Last Weekend in July
Where did the month of July go? It’s the last day of July and it’s difficult to believe it’s already over. It’s been a great month at Voyageur Canoe Outfitters with lots of wonderful guests heading out into and …
Get Outside and Check out the Skies
The northern lights might fill the sky tonight… Space Weather News for July 30, 2011 http://spaceweather.com Solar and geomagnetic activity continues to intensify on July 30th. The day began with an almost-X class solar flare from big sunspot …
Winning Isn’t Everything
I’m a competitive person and until recently I believed the saying, "Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing." After losing last night’s softball game I think I have changed my mind. What helped me change my mind was I was able to laugh …
Sleep Easier in the BWCA
Since I posted the blog about hammocks I’ve received some feedback. I’ve heard of a few new ones and thought I would post a poll on Facebook so others can vote or add their favorite. I also found this article …
Plastics in the BWCA and Elsewhere
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Take Pictures in the BWCA
I read this quote the other day and thought it was kind of funny, "Always remember to take a picture no matter how much it hurts." It made me think of the time Adam got a lure stuck in …
Hammocks for a Boundary Waters Canoe Trip
Nothing makes a Boundary Waters campsite more comfortable than a hammock. I don’t normally bring any type of camp chair along on my canoe camping trips so I rely on my hammock for both sitting and lying down in and sometimes I use it in place …