This Month's Featured Stories
Fire is a fundamental and natural factor in the boreal forests of northern Minnesota. It shapes the landscape and plays an essential role in the ecosystem. The dense and primarily coniferous boreal forests of northeastern Minnesota and Canada experience frequent forest fires, whether caused by lightning or human activity. With......
Northwoods Glamping
Traditional camping has always been a mainstay of outdoor recreation, but the experience requires a number of supplies and extra effort before you can relax and enjoy nature. Recently, a comfortable and stylish new camping trend has emerged that removes these barriers, and it’s bringing more people into the woods......
Reflections on Reaching the 20th Anniversary
Meet the Northern Wilds Staff For the past two decades, Northern Wilds magazine has captivated its readers by showcasing and connecting with the intricacies of life, the rugged scenery, the diverse culture, and the remarkable individuals inhabiting Lake Superior’s North Shore. While the Northern Wilds staff and contributors have ebbed......
Along the Shore
Navigating campfire bans: Cooking and staying warm while camping in northern MN
Campfires have long been a cornerstone of outdoor activities, providing warmth, a means to cook food, and a gathering place to swap adventure stories or ponder the world’s greatest wonders....
Three of Minnesota’s most viewed bears, up-close and personal
by Jon R. Remus
Residing at one of Minnesota’s top tourism destinations, the three bears of the North American Bear Center in Ely educate and delight droves of seasonal visitors. The main purpose of...
FinnFest 2024: Today’s Finland, in Duluth
Did you know that Finnair operated a direct flight from Helsinki to Duluth in the 1980s? This could seem like useless trivia today, until you take into account that airplanes...
A North Shore icon: Exploring Split Rock Lighthouse
The drive up the North Shore is a wonderful way to experience the scenic beauty of the area, with many amazing places to stop along the way. One of the...
Living with wildfire: A look at Cook and Lake County’s Firewise program
The Northern Wilds’ stunning landscapes and abundant boreal forests are a haven for nature lovers and outdoor recreation. This beauty, however, comes with a natural hazard: wildfires. The Firewise program,...
Get out fast! Fire evacuation planning
by Dana Johnson
Fire is a powerful and dangerous force of nature. Structure fires move quickly, they’re unpredictable, and they’re incredibly destructive. Taking steps to prevent fires from occurring is your first line...
Bringing back the art of blacksmithing: Duluth Forging Community
The Duluth Forging Community is actively living their mission to bring the art of blacksmithing back to life in the Northland. The nonprofit was formed in 2012 with the mission...
July in Grand Marais: A Month of Celebrations and Activities
by northwilds
Nestled on the edge of Lake Superior, Grand Marais is a haven for those seeking both relaxation and adventure. The natural beauty of the area is breathtaking, with the clear...
A Conversation with Hazel Belvo
What does it mean for art to be a conversation? While many artists have made their mark on the Northern Wilds region, one who stands out is Hazel Belvo. Belvo...
Crafting in Community: Behind the Craft by Caroline Feyling
I was recently attending one of North House’s Friday night community pizza bakes. While eating my wood-fired pizza, I started talking to the man sitting across from me. He had...
Gitchi Gami Waawaaskeshii: Lake Superior Deer
In Zaagibagaa-giizis (May), I needed to step away from my studio and computer screen for a bit, so I went agwajiing (outside) and walked along Gitchi Gami (Lake Superior). As I was outside, a beautiful waawaaskeshii (deer) came...
Wood-Fired Wonders
Fire is a powerful force. Most of the time we associate it with destruction. As the spouse of a firefighter, I know this well. When my kids were small and...
Legacy of Taste and Tradition
Legacy is an interesting thing. As individuals, our legacy is the influence we hope to leave behind when we are gone. The love and wisdom we shared, the choices we...
The Rebellious Paradox of Spring
Spring. Even though we don’t pass our official last frost date for a couple more weeks, it’s probably safe to say that spring is really here. That said… what a...
How to Fish a New Lake
It’s always a challenge to fish a new lake. There’s so much to consider and it is daunting to look out and see so much unfamiliar water. The hopes of...
Always Wear a Personal Flotation Device
The morning fish had been slow, and the early afternoon wasn’t going much better. So, my father, Gordon Sr., my eldest son Devin and I made the decision to pull...
Slip Bobber Walleye, Fixed Float Trout
Fishing with a float or slip bobber is a classic and deadly way to angle. The great thing about the two techniques is they really level the playing field when...
The IMAX Connection with Thunder Bay and Area
Fifty-three years ago in 1971, the 18-minute film North of Superior—one of the earliest and most popular IMAX films—had its giant-screen premiere at the world’s first permanent IMAX theatre, the...
Ontario’s Second Oldest Park Celebrates 150 Years: Waverley Park
Have you ever been to an old-fashioned picnic in a beautiful park with a big band (Roy Coran’s Big Band, in this case) playing entertaining music from a band shell?...
From Duluth to Hollywood: Dorothy Arnold
So, what’s the connection between the legendary New York Yankees baseball star Joe DiMaggio and a Duluth-born Hollywood actress? While it’s well-known that Joe DiMaggio married Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe,...
Latest Issue!
July 2024
Fire is a powerful source that can be both constructive and destructive. This month, we take a deeper look at the good and bad of fire. We cover wildfires, a backup plan for cooking and staying warm without a fire, as well enjoying wood-fired pizza, and many more! Summer is in full swing; there is no shortage of events this month, with multiple art festivals, fishing tournaments, and live concerts happening throughout the North Shore.
In This Issue:
- Navigating campfire bans
- A North Shore icon
- Three of Minnesota’s most viewed bears, up-close and personal
- Living with wildfire
- Bringing back the art of blacksmithing
- Northwoods Glamping
- Wood-Fired Wonders
- How to Fish a New Lake
- The IMAX Connection with Thunder Bay and Area
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