Breaking Records
Of course this is about the weather, again! Mother Nature is out doing herself this year by breaking some ten year records for rainfall. We still have eleven more days in October and we’re over an inch above the …
Northwoods Company
Some people think we must get so lonely up at the end of the Gunflint Trail. The truth is there is rarely a dull moment and there are many visitors to keep us entertained. A cabin owner a few …
Looking for a Hand Out?
It’s that time of year when many creatures of the northwoods are looking for a hand out. Thankfully Stinky hasn’t been around looking in our yard but my neighbor has reported a few special visitors to his. Our …
There She Blows
The gales of November have arrived a bit early on the North Shore this year. High winds are blowing and will continue to blow throughout the day. These are the days Lake Superior mesmerizes me with her awesome waves …
Whitewater
There isn’t very much whitewater around the Boundary Waters and if there is then there’s usually a portage nearby. Last week Mike was able to find as much whitewater as he wanted, it just wasn’t in the BWCA. As President of …
Green up the Office
Since I am unable to make a plant grow I need to find other ways to green up our office at Voyageur. I mentioned last week how I don’t refill my own ink cartridges but will attempt to do …
Moose Madness and More
It isn’t as if you need a reason to visit Voyageur this fall, but just in case you do, here are a couple of special occasions to consider. Moose Madness begins on Wednesday of this coming week and …
Minnesota Moose Hunt
Today is the last day of the Minnesota Moose hunt. The moose can now go about their normal fall activitites without having to worry about their safety. However, the bison and large lawn ornaments should be concerned, as noted in …
Let the Sun Shine
Gorgeous fall days with brilliant sunshine and sparkling blue waters. Enough leaves on the trees to break up the sky and enough leaves underfoot for the crunchy sound of fall. Cool, clear nights with star-filled skies. It just doesn’t …
Fall Is Ending
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. The leaves are blanketing the forest floor, the High School has their homecoming football game tonight and hockey registration was last night. All signs are pointing to the …