Forest fires have been making the headlines a lot lately. It’s difficult to ignore the impact forest fires have on communities and resources. Fire seasons are getting longer and fires are burning more intensely. It is obvious fire fighting costs …
Coming soon to the Gunflint Trail it’s the Gunflint Mail Run Sled Dog Race on January 6th and 7th! There are two different races: a 12-dog, 100-mile race that includes two runs, approximately 50 miles each, over a two-day stretch, …
Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas from Voyageur Canoe Outfitters.
There are a few big boats left on Lake Superior and this time of the year they are frequently seen close to shore. With the freezing cold temperatures on the way there’s a freezing spray warning for them. I hadn’t …
If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a white Christmas then head to the Gunflint Trail. We’ve got plenty of snow to play in and it looks like a winter wonderland. The temperature has been pretty mild so far …
A White and Frosty Christmas on the Gunflint Trail Read more »
There are some new fishing regulations coming to Cook County Minnesota. DNR announces new special angling regulations Special fishing regulations will change March 1 on a number of Minnesota waters following an annual public input and review process, according to …
Does size matter? According to a recent article by John Meyer when it comes to moose it does. “Research to be published in an upcoming edition of the journal Global Change Biology shows that the size of moose skulls has …
We’re so lucky to live where we can be treated to so many special features in our night sky. The lack of light pollution and the big open spaces of our lake country offer the world’s best theater. While the …
Night Sky Theater presents the Ursid Meteor Shower Read more »
Courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Commerce offers 10 tips to save energy and money during the holidays The Minnesota Department of Commerce recommends several simple ways to conserve energy and save money this holiday season: Ask for and …
The winter solstice occurs this week on the 21st of December. The sun will rise about 7:47am and will set just a little more than eight hours later at 4:11pm. That leaves a lot of time in the dark but …