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Gear Review: “Polar Mitts” Mittens

February 17, 2021
polar mitts mittens

We just came through a major cold snap here in Minnesota (actually, in most of the country). It’s finally back above zero, but I think we had 10 days straight …

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Categories Gear Reviews

Snowshoeing in Elm Creek Park Reserve

March 17, 2021December 30, 2020

Maple Grove, Champlin, Dayton/Hennepin County • No vehicle fee While snowshoeing is possible in most of Elm Creek Park Reserve’s 4,900 acres, there are 7 miles of designated snowshoe trails …

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Categories Hennepin County field trips

North Star Ski Touring Club: Cross Country Skiing and More

December 30, 2020December 29, 2020
north star ski touring club

North Star Ski Touring Club is a members-based nonprofit organization that’s mission is to “enjoy and promote the development of cross country skiing.” This includes dozens of ski trips throughout …

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Categories Local Outdoor Nonprofits

Hiking the Snowshoe Trails at Afton State Park

November 13, 2020
hiking afton state park deer valley loop

One of the things I’ve discovered since I started to snowshoe two winters ago is this: the best hiking trails make the best snowshoe trails! This is definitely true at …

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Categories Washington County field trips

11 Gift Ideas for Outdoor Lovers in 2020 (Kids, Too!)

November 4, 2020
outdoor gift ideas

’Tis the season, and we’re all looking for fun gift ideas for our outdoor-loving family and friends. Here’s our list of 11 great gifts for $50 or under… 1. Living …

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Categories Nature & Family

Biking in Crosby Farm Regional Park

October 29, 2020
biking crosby farm regional park

St. Paul/Ramsey County • No vehicle fee You have a couple good options for biking in Crosby Farm Regional Park. You can park on either end of the park and …

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Categories Ramsey County field trips

St. Croix Crossing Loop Trail: Hike It or Bike It

September 18, 2020
hiking stillwater lift bridge

Stillwater/Washington County • Free parking either in Stillwater or Wisconsin The St. Croix Crossing Loop Trail—newly completed this spring for foot and bike traffic only—is a wonderful partnership between Minnesota …

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Categories Washington County field trips

Twin Cities Kayaking: Local Rentals & Guided Tours

September 2, 2020September 2, 2020
twin cities kayaking group

John Schulte, owner of Twin Cities Kayaking, has a unique approach to renting kayaks. Instead of asking you to go to him, he brings his kayaks to you. John has …

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Categories Local Outdoor Businesses

Top 10 Reasons the Outdoors Beats the Gym

September 17, 2020August 14, 2020

The Outdoors outperforms a gym in so many ways. And I’ll freely admit, I’m biased. I strongly dislike exercising inside. I always have. And I’m not against gyms. I know …

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Categories Nature & Family

Paddleboard at Bryant Lake Regional Park

September 17, 2020August 11, 2020
SUP at bryant lake

Eden Prairie/Hennepin County • No vehicle permit needed There’s plenty of paddling to be had at Bryant Lake Regional Park, with kayak, canoe and SUP rentals on-site for those who …

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Categories Hennepin County field trips
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