The Benefits of Sauna Bathing
Up here, we don’t just survive the cold — we lean into it. A little steam, a splash of lake water, and a lot of deep breaths later, you’ll remember why saunas are the best kind of therapy nature has to offer. Scientifically Proven Benefits The benefits of sauna use are pretty remarkable when you…
Read MoreThe Science Behind Minnesota’s Autumn Colors
As the days grow shorter and the crisp Minnesota air carries the scent of pine and earth, the forests around our state begin a stunning transformation. Green leaves give way to fiery reds, golden yellows, and deep oranges, turning every trail into a living painting. It might feel like magic—but it’s actually science doing its…
Read MoreCabin Ownership Vs. Renting Your Stay
After years in the land of 10,000 lakes, summers in its waters, and fires on the shores, a question often springs to one’s mind. It’s a question that most people who live in Minnesota ask themselves at some point or another: should I buy a cabin? Cabin Ownership vs. Renting Maybe you’ve spent years going…
Read MoreAutumnal Reads for Fall 2025
There’s a chill to the air. Leaves are turning as orange as your campfire. The sky darkens to a dusty purple, and then deepens to show off the Milky Way. What better time to cup your hands around a mug of cocoa, tug a blanket around yourself, and get lost in the shadows creeping from…
Read MoreThanksgiving at a Lake Resort
As nostalgic and fun as having everyone to your house for a large feast can be, it can get taxing, too! There’s the cooking, the entertaining, not to mention the simple fact of having to make sure your house is ready to host everyone. Enter: a holiday getaway. In 2019, my family left the Twin…
Read MoreResort vs Vacation Rental: Which One Fits Your Vacation Style?
We all want our precious vacation time to be everything we hoped for—whether that’s fun-filled days with family or a peaceful retreat. With so many accommodation options out there—resorts, vacation rentals, hotels—how do you choose the best fit for your needs? 🏨 Resorts vs. Vacation Rentals: The Key Differences I’ve stayed at resorts, vacation rentals,…
Read MoreBest Grill Recipes for the End of Summer
Summer is drawing to a close. You’ve been grilling month after month, and as mouth-watering as all those burgers and brats have been, you’re looking for something new. How fortuitous then, that you’ve found this post! After a summer of grilling and smoking meats (or even just attending barbecues), you can start to lose inspiration…
Read More10 of the Best Summer Camp Games
Ah, summer break. A time for leisure, recreation, and takin it easy – especially if you’re spending part of it with your friends and family! But a ten year old can only sit while the adults play cribbage for so long… Here in Minnesota, you’re going to be hard-pressed to find someone with no childhood…
Read MoreFive Unique Adventures on Fish Trap Lake
You’ve planned a trip to central Minnesota and are staying on Fish Trap Lake – but what will you do? Relax on the shore, listen to the loons, read…but your legs are antsy, and your soul longs for adventure. Welcome to Fish Trap Lake! Surrounding the dead center of Minnesota is over 1,160 acres of…
Read MoreMinnesota’s Native Pollinators: A Dying Breed
The foremost pollinator in everyone’s minds is the bee. Usually, the honeybee. But honeybees are invasive, and are in fact native to Europe. While they are helpful, making space for them results in us losing our native pollinators. So let’s meet them and see what we can do to help them. Imagine: you’re walking through…
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