Hiking in Como Regional Park
Como Regional Park is one of the most popular parks in the Twin Cities metro area. While hiking distance is limited, what’s there is super scenic. In total, there are …
Hiking Eagle Mountain: Minnesota’s Highest Point
To be clear: Eagle Mountain is NOT in the Twin Cities! But being that it’s Minnesota’s highest point I think it’s worthy of inclusion in the blog. After years of …
Advantages of Hiking on Dirt vs Paved Trails
What’s the difference between hiking on dirt versus paved trails? (Other than that dirt feels more like hiking!) Let’s look at some of the advantages of dirt. Here in the …
Backpacking and Camping with Babies and Toddlers
For parents adjusting to life with babies and toddlers, it can feel intimidating to spend time outdoors as you did before. Don’t be discouraged! You don’t have to give up …
Grey Duck Outdoor: Local SUP & Canoe Makers
Grey Duck Outdoor is an independent company that started as a paddle board maker and added canoes to its product line more recently. After seeing Grey Duck paddle boards in …
Kayak in Como Regional Park
Saint Paul/Ramsey County • No vehicle fees Como Regional Park is one of the metro area’s most popular parks. One of its many attractions is 70-acre Como Lake, with boat …
Hiking Footwear: Boots, Shoes, Sandals?
What’s the best kind of shoe to wear hiking? It comes down to fit, performance, durability and preference. Our job here is to give some guidelines on footwear for hiking …
Hiking in Stillwater: Fairy Falls Trail
Stillwater, Washington County • No fees The Fairy Falls Trail just outside Stillwater is managed by the National Park Service. This lovely trail has deep ravines, big hills, mature trees …
Gear Review: Waterproof Phone Cases
One of my favorite gear items for kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding is a waterproof phone case. I’ve owned three different cases from three different brands, and I definitely have some …
Biking in Battle Creek Regional Park
Maplewood/Saint Paul—Ramsey County • No fee Battle Creek Regional Park offers both paved trail biking and some great mountain biking. Plenty of hills, plenty of woods and pretty Battle Creek, …