Rae Poynter

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Rae Poynter is a creative writer and travel enthusiast who grew up in the woods of northwest Wisconsin and now lives near Grand Marais. Her most noted accomplishments include saving a sheep in Ireland and writing her first novel (which wasn't about sheep). Apart from writing she enjoys hiking, learning new languages, and drinking copious amounts of tea.

Restoring Lyle Saethre’s Murals

Rae PoynterMay 27, 2021

by Rae PoynterMay 27, 2021

A local love of art is apparent when walking through the city of Grand Marais, evident not only in the art-focused businesses but also in...

Crooked Spoon reopens as a food truck

Rae PoynterMay 27, 2021

by Rae PoynterMay 27, 2021

It has been over a year since a fire destroyed three buildings in downtown Grand Marais, resulting in the loss of two gift shops and...

Making the Most of Troublesome Travels

Rae PoynterMay 27, 2021

by Rae PoynterMay 27, 2021

They say that the good times make for good memories, while the bad times make for good stories, and in no other realm of life...

How Does Your Garden Grow? A Gardening Guide for Beginners

Rae PoynterMay 3, 2021

by Rae PoynterMay 3, 2021

In Cook County, with short growing seasons and challenging soil types, gardens grow with much love and care. While gardening is a lot of work,...

Planting trees today that will thrive tomorrow

Rae PoynterMay 3, 2021

by Rae PoynterMay 3, 2021

They say the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. And the next best time? Now. But as anyone who loves the...

Exploring Gooseberry Falls State Park

Rae PoynterApril 2, 2021

by Rae PoynterApril 2, 2021

With five waterfalls, lakeshore and numerous hiking trails, it is easy to see why Gooseberry is Minnesota’s most-visited state park. Of the North Shore’s eight...