7 Ways to Celebrate International Dark Sky Week

International Dark Sky Week returns April 2-8, 2024 and is once again aimed at raising awareness about the negative impacts of light pollution, the solutions that exist while simultaneously celebrating the night. In 2023, the Cook County Board of Commissioners and The Grand Portage Band of Lake…

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It's Snow Problem!

It’s snow problem! Despite a slow start to winter, there are still plenty of adventures to be had this winter on the North Shore and Gunflint Trail. It’s January in Minnesota and the one thing we’ve always been able to rely on is that there is always snow in the winter, in fact the last time there…

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The Best Snowshoe Trails in Cook County MN

Winter is full of magical experiences and snowshoeing in Cook County is one of the most incredible ways to explore our dramatic landscape. Our favorite time to get out on the trails is early in the morning after an overnight snowfall, just as the sun rises above the horizon. The utter silence you’ll…

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Paddle and Play on the Gunflint Trail

Canoeing is a sport that can be intimidating. There are rules about boats, PFD’s, and a lot of flak from experts on how to hold your paddle correctly. But once you know what you’re doing, paddling through the BWCAW can be one of the most memorable and influential experiences of your life. To get you…

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