Written by haslo04 on February 23, 2009
- I doubt there is a fuller way to experience winter than on an ice fishing trip to Northern Minnesota. Proper ice fishing is done on a wide, windswept expanse of a frozen lake that...
Written by haslo04 on August 14, 2008
- Think Minnesota and clear lakes with tall timber come to mind. Well, after seven years in the rural southeastern corner of the state, we finally decided to give proper Minnesota a visit. We...
Written by callen60 on August 14, 2007
- Placed virtually on the Mississippi, the lightly corrugated midnight blue steel skin of the Guthrie’s new home speaks both toughness, utility, and welcome. The building is designed to be a destination in itself, and is...
Written by callen60 on August 14, 2007
- Despite Johan Kohl's lament, it was inevitable that the power of the Mississippi's St. Anthony's Falls would be fully tapped. The River’s power was first harnessed for cutting lumber, although the soldiers at Fort Snelling...
Written by karameister on August 3, 2005
- Minneapolis and Saint Paul have one of the highest bicycle-commuting populations in the country, which means that there is a wealth of bike shops to choose from. Which ones are the best or have the...
Written by SavageMan on August 26, 2005
- Ole Man River… The mighty Mississippi… It rolls on and divides our country in two, creating a great boundary between east and west, spilling out into the Gulf of Mexico.
Where does this great river...
Written by RachelKay on October 13, 2002
- We only spent a day here but still took in quite a few things. First off, stop at the currency exchange in the little strip mall right before the border crossing and get some cash....
Written by RachelKay on October 13, 2002
- --Drive up the short curvy road to the top of Palisade Head (before the entrance to Tettagouche State Park). The views of the lake at the top are beautiful. Take a stroll to the right...
Written by RachelKay on October 13, 2002
- If you enjoy history or are interested in logging or fishing, this is a good place to go. It is in between Duluth and Two Harbors right off Old Scenic Highway 61 (the desired route...
Written by RachelKay on October 13, 2002
- Lutsen is most well-known for its skiing in winter but has activities May - Oct. as well. Get a brochure to determine schedule and rates or go to lutsen.com.This would be an especially fun activity...
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