Summer Like Weather
We still have piles of snow at Voyageur but when the thermometer hits 67 degrees in April the shorts and tank tops come out. The sunshine felt hot and wonderful today and it really gets us in the mood for …
One Month Until Fishing Opener
Get your rods and reels ready, the fishing opener is just a month away! Here’s some fishing facts from the Minnesota DNR to get you thinking about catching some fish. Minnesota fishing facts Note: Here are some facts about Minnesota …
Duluth to Two Harbors Expressway
I guess some drivers think because it’s called an “expressway” they can drive as fast as they want. That isn’t the case as a man from Lakeville, MN found out when he was traveling at 171 miles per hour in …
Dropped Antlers
What to do when the snow finally melts? Look for antlers like these folks. DNR Question of the Week- Question of the week Q: Why do deer shed their antlers each year? A: Annual cycles in deer antlers are related …
Bald Eagles are Back
The bald eagles have returned to the end of the Gunflint Trail. As soon as there is any open water they come back. With the Seagull River opening up in front of the Voyageur lodge Ron was able to spot …
Alone in the Wilderness- A Woman’s View
A friend shared an article with me titled, “Stop Telling Women Not to Go Into the Backcountry Alone.” The title does a great job describing what the article is about as the author talked about how frustrating it is as …
Sport and Travel Shows
It’s been a long time since Voyageur Canoe Outfitters attended a Sport and Travel Show. I think the last one we did was when Abby was in Kindergarten and she is now a Sophomore. A couple of weekends ago we …
Raising “Greenagers”
Growing up at the end of the Gunflint Trail surrounded by pristine lakes of the Boundary Waters our kids have a good idea what nature and the environment is worth. They know we make a living by helping people experience …
Paddling Film Festival in St. Cloud
Our sister business in Clearwater, Minnesota is hosting a Reel Paddling Film Festival at Beaver Island Brewery in St. Cloud, Minnesota on Wednesday, April 27th at 6pm. What a terrific opportunity to mingle with paddling enthusiasts and drink “dam good …
Snow is Good for Wildfire Threat
The great thing about getting more snow this spring is it keeps the ground wet. Ever since the Ham Fire on the Gunflint Trail we’ve paid close attention to the moisture level in the spring. It’s an especially vulnerable time …