The Gunflint Trail Historical Society celebrated its first birthday in August and is going full steam ahead in its second year. In spite of the forest fires during the summer the GTHS accomplished many projects at the Chik-Wauk Museum and …
Lake Trout fishing in the Boundary Waters and on the Gunflint Trail has closed for the season. The summer went by so quickly I didn’t even get a chance to catch one, so now I must wait for the …
The forecast looks perfect for a weekend in the wilderness. There are so many things to do this time of year so be sure to get outdoors and do something. Take the boat out for some fishing, paddle a …
The Harvest Moon usually occurs in September, but this year it is in October, tonight to be precise. The Harvest Moon occurs closest to the Autumnal Equinox and behaves in a unique way. Throughout the year the Moon rises, on average, …
It may be called the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness but don’t forget about hiking the BWCA when you’re planning your next wilderness adventure. There are two main hiking trails accessed from the Gunflint Trail, the Kekekabik and the …
If you cook like me when you are on a camping trip then you no doubt know how to open a package of instant oatmeal or a Peak Bar. For me, the easier the better. I don’t want to …
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 …