Aqua-Bound: Award-Winning Kayak Paddles
You’ll find Aqua-Bound’s kayak and stand-up paddles used all over the world. And they’re made at their factory right next door in Osceola, Wisconsin. I have a special place in …
Kayaking on Square Lake
Stillwater/Washington County • Daily or annual park pass needed The centerpiece of Square Lake County Park is 200-acre Square Lake, our kayaking destination on a gorgeous summer day. The Metropolitan …
Bike Trails at Locke County Park
Fridley/Anoka County • No fee Locke County Park is a small but lovely wooded park in urban Fridley. Rice Creek West Regional Trail goes through the park, and older children …
Hiking in St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
Hastings/Washington County • Daily or annual park pass needed St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park is another park in Washington County along the beautiful St. Croix River. The park hosts almost …
Bending Branches: World-Class Paddles Made Locally
The folks at Bending Branches, just across the river in Osceola, have been designing and manufacturing world-class canoe paddles since 1982. They’ve since added kayak paddles, kayak fishing paddles and …
Gear Review: Chaco Classic Sports Sandal
I’ve been wearing Chacos for 10 years now. I highly recommend them if you’re looking for a high-quality, fun and durable sandal for all your warm weather outdoor adventures. I …
Wooded Nomad: Rent Outdoor Gear
Have you ever wished you could try outdoor gear before buying? Do you want to invite friends along who don’t have gear? Do you need the gear for just one …
Hiking in Kordiak County Park
Columbia Heights, Anoka County • No fees Kordiak County Park is a small 29-acre park—the oldest park in Anoka County. It won’t challenge an active hiker, but it’s ideal for …
Cooke Custom Sewing: Canoe Packs
Cooke Custom Sewing makes everything you need to outfit yourself for a wilderness canoe trip: packs, tarps, shelters and canoe accessories. They also make expedition-worthy Mukluks. CCS products have been …
Hiking in Locke County Park
Fridley, Anoka County • No fees Locke County Park is a wooded oasis tucked away in urban Fridley between Highway 65 and University Avenue. With its mature trees and Rice …