Set off on a Backroads Adventure!Shawn PerichAugust 31, 2020 by Shawn PerichAugust 31, 2020 Dad started it. When I was a boy, our family would go on what were simply called “rides.” Often, they began with a destination in...
Local artistans craft beautiful works made to lastRae PoynterAugust 31, 2020September 2, 2020 by Rae PoynterAugust 31, 2020September 2, 2020 Donovan Dahmen: Carved Wood Design Up the shore in Grand Portage, artist Donovan Dahmen has crafted a life of carving stunning wood works by hand....
Dogs of the Gunflint TrailnorthwildsAugust 3, 2020August 7, 2020 by northwildsAugust 3, 2020August 7, 2020 The folks who own and operate the many lodges, outfitters, and camps along the Gunflint Trail are undoubtedly a breed of their own. However, if...
Canoe Country ClassicsMichael FurtmanAugust 3, 2020 by Michael FurtmanAugust 3, 2020 Even on the lee shore where the portage ended, waves slapped steadily against the side of the hull as the loaded canoe floated parallel to...
Minnow BoynorthwildsJuly 8, 2020 by northwildsJuly 8, 2020 When I close my eyes I can instantly teleport myself to being a kid in the outdoors. I can picture my red and white bobber...
Hiking School of Hard KnocksAnnie NelsonMay 28, 2020May 29, 2020 by Annie NelsonMay 28, 2020May 29, 2020 While backpacking on the Border Route Trail north of Grand Marais, a black fly flew straight down my ear canal. I froze; the fly buzzed...
Creative Inspiration: Why the North Shore Attracts ArtistsShawn PerichMay 28, 2020 by Shawn PerichMay 28, 2020 It is impossible to ignore art when you are on the North Shore. There is a plethora of galleries, institutions like the Grand Marais Art...