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Paddle Bridge: Mississippi River Kayak & History Tours

March 20, 2023March 14, 2023
three kayakers on a river at sunset

Paddle Bridge Guide Collective is a Minneapolis-based kayak touring company with a very specific focus. They take their guests on the Mississippi River to enjoy time on its waters, but …

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Categories Local Outdoor Businesses

Safely Solo: A First Overnight Backpacking Trip

March 13, 2023March 8, 2023
woman with a backpack on a wooded trail

This is the story of a Twin Cities woman’s 3-day solo backpacking trip on a section of the Superior Hiking Trail. She wanted to tell her own story, and I …

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Categories Beyond the Cities Outdoor Rec

Snowshoe Your Way into Spring at Afton State Park

February 27, 2023

Late snow, early snow, almost any kind of snow—snowshoeing is a guaranteed wonderful experience. It is one of the safest, cheapest, easiest and most enjoyable activities to embrace Minnesota’s cold …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle, Washington County Outdoor Rec

Traction Devices Keep You Safe(r) on the Ice

February 22, 2023February 15, 2023
winter hiking boots with Yaktrax traction devices

Winter hiking is amazing—until you have to make your way over ice! That’s when traction devices come in—no more slipping and sliding. I took a nasty fall early on this …

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Categories Gear Reviews

Lake Elmo Park Reserve: Nordic Ski Overview

February 2, 2023January 30, 2023
skiers on groomed ski trail in the woods

We have many options to cross country ski in the Twin Cities, and one of my favorites is Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Cross country (or Nordic) skiing is a fantastic …

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Categories Washington County Outdoor Rec

Best Hikes in the Twin Cities for a Great Workout

January 18, 2023
hilltop of a grassy hiking trail looking over the forest

Here’s our pick of the top 10 hikes in the Minneapolis/Saint Paul metro area for a great workout. Whether you simply enjoy a challenge or you’re training for a race …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle

Which Ski Pass do You Need Where?

January 3, 2023
skier on a groomed trail in the woods

The cross country ski pass you need to ski in the Twin Cities depends on the county where you want to ski, and sometimes the park itself. There have been …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle

Cross Country Ski at Battle Creek East

December 6, 2022
cross country ski trail through the woods at battle creek east regional park

Have you been looking for a convenient cross country ski trail, that’s beautiful, peaceful and right in the middle of the city? I found such a trail. It’s an easy …

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Categories Ramsey County Outdoor Rec

Recumbent Trikes offer a Unique and Easy Ride

November 30, 2022November 29, 2022
man on recumbent trike at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

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 …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle

The Surprising Health Benefits of Thankfulness

November 22, 2022November 15, 2022
woman hugging a big tree next to a river, looking happy

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, …

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