Minnesota Facts
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 …
Moose Hunt
The moose hunt in Northeastern Minnesota opens on September 30th this year. The licenses are only issued to Minnesota residences and it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity. Once you get a license it’s the only one you will ever …
Hiking the Trails
One of my favorite things to do in the fall is hike. It’s perfect for those warm, sunny days when the wind is blowing and I don’t feel like fighting the waves. The Gunflint Trail has some great hiking …
The Quetico Foundation
The Quetico Foundation was established in 1954 and is "Dedicated to the preservation of wilderness values of Quetico Provincial Park." The Quetico Park is popular among many canoeing enthusiasts with 85% of the users coming from the United …
A Burning Question
"I have a burning permit, now is it ok for me to burn my garbage?" This question is similar to one I often ask my children after I catch them hitting each other, "When is it ok to hit …
No News is Good News
This is definitely the case with the fires of the East Zone Complex, no news is good news indeed. The last public meeting was held on Saturday morning and it came as no surprise to most people that things …
Looking for a Place to Paddle?
The American Canoe Association has recommended 12 Water Trails from across the USA for 2006. In order to be recommended the trail must be a "contiguous or semi-contiguous waterway or series of waterways that is open to recreational use …
Happy Fall!
Today is the Autumnal Equinox when there will be equal hours of day and night; twelve hours of each. It also marks the beginning of fall but it’s difficult to believe it is only beginning now. The fall colors are vibrant …
Thanks and Good Riddance
According to definitions found on the web, the word riddance means, "The act of removing or getting rid of something." On the Gunflint Trail we are currently in the process of "getting rid of" the Type II Team led by John …
Hunting in the Boundary Waters
It’s that time of the year when hunters head out into the woods and onto the waters. Many hunters choose to hunt from canoes or boats and with the annual moose hunt right around the corner more hunters will be heading …