Quetico Shoeless Man Strikes Again
Remember the man they found wandering the Quetico Park last year without shoes on? This year he was seen in the Boundary Waters with a fawn. Apparently he planned to eat it but he was too full. Then he decided …
Saturday Drive to Chik-Wauk
If you’re looking for something to do this Saturday then head up to Chik-Wauk. Geologist John Green is presenting about late summer flowers on ancient rocks from 2-3:30pm. If you haven’t seen the new Nature Center then this is a …
Duncan Lake Prescribed Burn
Here’s the scoop on the prescribed burn scheduled for this fall in the Duncan Lake area. Description: DUNCAN LAKE PRESCRIBED BURN Anticipated Dates of Burn: September – October of 2016 Location and Sizes: Duncan Lake Prescribed Fire includes three units …
Shorter Days and Longer Nights
The days are getting noticeably shorter with the sun setting earlier and earlier. You may have noticed that but have you noticed the sun setting faster as well? Year’s fastest sunsets around equinoxes By Bruce McClure in Tonight | September …
Invasive Earth Worms
It’s been awhile since I’ve written about earthworms but I haven’t forgotten about the destruction they can cause in a forest. Most people don’t realize the impact they can have but it’s super important, especially on the Gunflint Trail and …
Did You See the Harvest Moon?
Last night I made an announcement the harvest moon was rising. Then someone else said, “That’s not the harvest moon.” I thought I remembered reading something about it so today I had to look into it. Here’s what I found. …
DNR Hunting Dates and Information
If you’re going for a walk in the woods then it’s a good idea to know if there are hunters out in those woods too. Find out what type of hunting is open when and learn about our Minnesota wolf …
Calming Waters
Take time out of your busy schedule to spend time on a lake or near a body of water. According to an article on Take Me Fishing just being near the water helps lower anxiety. I know I always feel …
Full Moon Coming Soon
It’s a great time to be out in the Boundary Waters. The almost full moon lights up the sky and reflects off of the calm surface of the wilderness lakes. It’s a beautiful sight to see and a wonderful time …
Families that Play Together Stay Together
And if families play outside together they are happy too! We know spending time outside is good for the soul so of course it’s good for many other things. Why not bring your family to the BWCA? You’ll be happy …