Recumbent Trikes offer a Unique and Easy Ride
When Twin Cities Outdoors readers Bonny and John Skovbroten reached out to me about their recumbent trike passion, I knew I was in for an education. I had heard of …
Sharon Brodin
The Surprising Health Benefits of Thankfulness
A habit of thankfulness—not just at Thanksgiving but throughout the year—gives us wonderful health benefits. Some of them may surprise you! Thankfulness is very closely related to gratitude. In fact, …
Fresh Air FLØRT: A Fun Way to Find New Friends Outdoors
Fresh Air FLØRT is a new woman-owned local business based in Minneapolis that seeks to help outdoorsy folks find friendship in the parks and on the trails. I sat down …
Holiday Gift Guide 2022
These Twin Cities local independent outdoor companies have products and services for all the outdoor lovers on your gift list. Our main mission at Twin Cities outdoors is to get …
Favorite Local Fall Color Trails
When asked what their favorite fall color trail is in the Twin Cities metro, several readers put in their vote, along with some photos. Minnesota is so beautiful in autumn. …
Minnesota DNR’s Fall Color Finder
Want to know where the fall colors are peaking around the Twin Cities and even statewide? The best online resource we know of to keep tabs on the fall colors …
Hiking in Banning State Park
Sandstone/Pine County • State park daily or annual pass needed Banning State Park is just under 100 miles from either downtown Minneapolis or downtown Saint Paul. This 6,200-acre park is …
Outdoors Clubs & Groups in the Twin Cities
Are you the kind of person who would get outside more if you could meet up with others? If you are, there are many local options for you, no matter …
It’s OK to Start Small with Outdoor Activity
Not only is it OK to start small with outdoor rec activities, that’s the best way for most people to begin. Outdoor activity begins locally and can be as simple …
Gear Review: Women’s Hiking Shorts
Here in Minnesota we’re known for our cold winters, but we also have hot summers. Shorts season can run from April into October, depending on your personal thermostat and the …