Gear Review: Aqua Bound’s “Sting Ray Hybrid” Kayak Paddle
I’ve been using Aqua Bound’s Sting Ray Hybrid kayak paddle since 2019, and can tell you—I know why it’s their best-selling kayak paddle. Before I go any further, you should …
Hiking at Indian Mounds Regional Park
Saint Paul/Ramsey County • No vehicle permit needed Indian Mounds Regional Park in Saint Paul has a unique place in the Twin Cities park system for a couple of different …
The Best Kayaking in the Twin Cities for 2022
With almost 1,400 lakes, three major rivers and several more rivers and creeks, there’s no shortage of great kayaking here in the Twin Cities. That’s a lot to choose from! …
Winter Hiking at William O’Brien State Park
Marine on St. Croix/Washington County • Minnesota state park permit needed The Riverside Trail at William O’Brien State Park is a beautiful winter hiking spot through the woods and alongside …
Cross Country Ski at Vadnais-Snail Lake Regional Park
Vadnais Heights & Shoreview/Ramsey County • No vehicle permit • MN Ski Pass Vadnais-Snail Lake Regional Park, in central Ramsey County, is a local gem with a few different groomed …
How to Dress for Below-Zero Weather
Below-zero weather isn’t at all uncommon here in the Twin Cities during our winters. These temps are especially not fun when we go to work, shop, run kids around and …
Top 10 Cross Country Ski Spots in the Twin Cities
There are loads of wonderful cross country ski spots in the Twin Cities metro area, so it’s hard to narrow it down to just ten. We’ll give it our best …
Review: “Metabolic Renewal” Diet & Exercise Program for Women
Metabolic Renewal is a diet and exercise program intended to help women optimize their metabolism so we can get to a healthy weight, sleep more soundly, eat healthier and just …
How to Get Started Skijoring
Skijoring is relatively new outdoor winter activity in the Twin Cities, and is becoming more and more popular in recent years, particularly the dog kind. That’s usually what we think …
10 Reasons Why You Should Meet at the Park instead of the Coffee Shop
Where’s the best place to meet friends? Here are 10 reasons why you should meet at a local park or trail instead of the local coffee shop. If you’re reading …