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17 Things to Pack in Your Hiking Day Pack

May 28, 2022May 9, 2022 by Tom Bartel
hiking day pack

A lot of Minnesota outdoors exploring involves day hiking. This is the comprehensive list of 17 (and two optional) things we carry in our packs while we’re on day hikes. Hiking essentials, optional gear, and best tips for healthy hikes.

Categories Hiking and Biking, Resources, Tips

A Walk to Coldwater Spring National Park Site

May 6, 2022May 3, 2022 by Tom Bartel

It’s an easy walk around the historic Coldwater Spring National Park Service site near Fort Snelling and Minnehaha Creek.

Categories Hiking and Biking, History, Parks, State and National Parks, Twin Cities Metro Area Tags Mississippi River

12 Reasons to Visit the Mall of America

May 6, 2022March 6, 2022 by Kristin Henning
Mall of America Shopping experiences

Minnesota’s Mall of America combines shopping, entertainment, dining, attractions, and hotels. No wonder visitors come from near and far.

Categories Cities and Towns, Family, Food and Drink, For Children, Twin Cities Metro Area Tags Bloomington

Christmas in Minneapolis and Saint Paul

May 6, 2022November 27, 2021 by Tom Bartel

No matter which side of the Twin Cities metro area you prefer, you’ve got plenty of holiday attractions, Christmas markets, and shopping options across Minneapolis and Saint Paul.

Categories Cities and Towns, Twin Cities Metro Area Tags holidays

Visit the American Swedish Institute, Minneapolis

May 6, 2022November 23, 2021 by Tom Bartel
minneapolis american swedish institute main hall

One of our favorite annual sojourns is the American Swedish Institute in South Minneapolis at Christmas time. While the Turnblad Mansion is always a treat for the art and history buff in us, it’s especially wonderful when its halls are decked for the holidays.

Categories Arts and Culture, History, Twin Cities Metro Area Tags holidays

Visiting the Minnesota State Capitol

November 8, 2021October 20, 2021 by Tom Bartel
minnesota state capitol building

The Minnesota State Capitol in Saint Paul, is, obviously, the seat of Minnesota state government. It houses the Minnesota Senate, Minnesota House of Representatives, the office of the Attorney General … Read more

Categories Arts and Culture, History, Twin Cities Metro Area

Hiking Banning State Park near Sandstone

May 6, 2022October 4, 2021 by Tom Bartel
minnesota banning state park kettle river 1-1

Banning State Park, near Sandstone, is pretty much right between the Twin Cities and Duluth, not far off I-35. So, it makes either a nice day trip from either city, … Read more

Categories Hiking and Biking, Northeast Minnesota, Parks, State and National Parks

Great Restaurants in Duluth

May 7, 2022September 18, 2021 by Tom Bartel
minnesota duluth restaurant hamburger

Honestly, Duluth was a bit of a surprise when it came to eating out. The Twin Cities, of course, are known for great places to eat, but when I think of Duluth, I admit my thoughts go more to scenery and big boats, not big plates of delicious food. I’ve had to change my thinking.

Categories Cities and Towns, Food and Drink, North Shore, Northeast Minnesota, Resorts and Getaways

Destination Duluth MN: Best Things to Do and See

October 25, 2022September 17, 2021 by Kristin Henning
Things to do see duluth

Duluth Minnesota on Lake Superior deserves more than a drive-by on the way to the North Shore. This port city offers many scenic walks , family attractions, good food, fun shopping, and historic sites. Best things to do and see in Duluth MN

Categories Cities and Towns, Family, Food and Drink, For Children, History, Museums, North Shore, Northeast Minnesota, Resorts and Getaways Tags Duluth

7 Great Minneapolis Restaurants

May 6, 2022September 1, 2021 by Tom Bartel
billy sushi restaurant

Seven greats of the Minneapolis restaurant scene, plus a few more. A selection of restaurants we’ve enjoyed recently. Some new and some old favorites; choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Categories Cities and Towns, Food and Drink, Twin Cities Metro Area Tags Minneapolis
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