Activities
TIPS FOR RESERVING CABINS FOR LARGE GROUPS
TIPS FOR RESERVING CABINS FOR LARGE GROUPS Whether it is a family reunion or a larger group of friends, there are some tips you may want to consider when planning. Although it can be a last minute get away, it is best to plan ahead. Get started a year in advance. Some resorts book up…
Read MoreCapturing the Beauty
Capturing the Beauty With every vacation there is that special moment that you don’t want to forget. Getting those moments caught on camera will keep them alive forever. Here are some of my tips to keep your Minnesota travel memories unforgettable. Family and Friends The first thing that people seem to regret is not taking…
Read MoreMinnesota Family Friendly Travel Tips
Minnesota Family Friendly Travel Tips: Tips for Making the Most out of your trip Family-friendly vacationing is a combination of so many small details that add up to amazing memories that last a lifetime. The main goals are to enjoy the outdoors, spend time together, and want to do this again next year! Here are…
Read MorePacking for Your Minnesota Vacation
Packing for your Minnesota Vacation The kids, the dogs, the spouse, the tent, the snacks, and there is always something that you forget no matter how many lists you make. For me a list for packing is a MUST have; I always say “If it isn’t written down it doesn’t happen.” So here is my…
Read MoreBest Minnesota State Parks for Hiking
Best Minnesota State Parks for Hiking Consider hiking some of the Minnesota State Parks. All across Minnesota there are 66 state parks; from the smallest, Franz Jevne, to the well known and largest, Itasca State Park , there are hundreds of hiking trails to explore. Ranging from ½ mile loops to 300+ miles long that…
Read MoreMinnesota Camping: Take the Kids Camping
MINNESOTA CAMPING: TAKE THE KIDS CAMPING Camping with your kids can be an enriching experience. Thinking about a few things ahead of time could certainly make the experience even better than you thought. Camping in Minnesota offers many different options. You can tent camp in Minnesota, rent a camper, go to a Minnesota resort with…
Read MoreBest Time to Look for Aurora Borealis
Best time to look for Aurora Borealis Few things in life are as unforgettable as seeing the fabled Aurora Borealis. My first time was in the summer of 2000 when I was a teenager working as a dock boy for a small resort just outside of Voyageurs National Park. At first I didn’t believe my…
Read MoreBring the kids along
BRING THE KIDS ALONG When you think of a vacation, is leaving the kids at home the first thought? Let’s change that! There are so many activities that can create memories that last a lifetime for both you and your children. All around Minnesota there are adventures that any age can enjoy. When families are…
Read MoreGive the Gift of Memories
GIVE THE GIFT OF MEMORIES This idea has been brought up many times. But, it is that time of year again to bring it up. What do we do for Christmas gifts? The pressure can be challenging. We have an idea. Give the gift of memories. Sharing memories can mean a number of different things.…
Read More7 PERFECT DAYS IN PARK RAPIDS, MN
7 PERFECT DAYS IN PARK RAPIDS, MN If you are looking for some suggestions for a perfect 7 days in Park Rapids, continue reading. If you are staying in another area of Minnesota, there are certainly some similar things to do in that area as well. Monday – Relax. Remember what lake life is all…
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