Happiness is a Full House
It seems like yesterday I was writing about feeling melancholy because all of my summer crew had headed home after the summer season. One moment the house was empty and then in a magical "poof" it’s filled once again. …
Category: News
Voyageur Reduces the Use of Plastic Bags
We’re back to purchasing paper bags this year at Voyageur Canoe Outfitters. We used them for a long time but then switched to plastic because the paper ones were so high priced. We’ve decided to bite the bullet and …
In the Boundary Waters
"I want to come to the Boundary Waters, is that in Canada?" You would think the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness would include Canada but it doesn’t. The BWCA is located in Minnesota and shares a border with Canada. Some …
Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center Opening Soon
Saturday, May 28th Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center will open their doors for the 2011 Summer Season. It will be the first full summer the museum will be open after opening last year on the 4th of July for …
Chance of Frost
It’s 40 degrees outside and a bit chilly inside. It’s also damp outside with a light drizzle falling to the ground. Not ideal paddling weather but at least it isn’t windy. It is suppose to warm up this afternoon …
And They’re Off
The Voyageur Hudson Bay Expedition Crew is off on their adventure. They spent last night in Grand Portage, Minnesota and will begin their trip by hiking the trail with the same name. Also known as the Great Carrying Place, …
Swimming in the River
Abby had some friends over this weekend and they went swimming in the river. I thought they were crazy when they said they packed their swimsuits and even crazier as they rushed to get them on. It was a …
Voyageur Crew Member
She’s back! Kristi Ostrowski our famous Voyageur Crew Food Packer is back for another season at Voyageur and we couldn’t be more excited. She’s a real treat to have around and does an excellent job at everything she does, …
Grab Your Paddle
The canoe country is waiting for you. The campsites are out there and ready for your tent. The canoes want to be gliding across the wilderness waters. The Voyageur Hudson Bay Expedition Crew is finishing last minute preparations …
Quick Trip into the BWCA
"Returning from the Boundary Waters to civilization is never fun." "Back from the BW feeling alive and ready." These are some of the things you see on Twitter about the Boundary Waters. It seems like it doesn’t matter how …