This very large botanical garden is one of the highlight attractions in the St. Cloud, Central Minnesota area. It has paved walking paths, fountains and ever-changing floral displays as the seasons progress. The multitude of plants sculptures in the show … Continue reading
The townscape and landscape remind me of New England. The town’s white, wooden houses have a quiet elegance. The white pines, rock outcrops, river, and buildings all work together to create a picturesque scene. The City of Taylors Falls and … Continue reading
Each season at this park is an exemplar of the beauty of Minnesota. The spectacular colors of autumn, the brisk whiteness of winter, the burgeoning plants in the wetlands in spring, and the lush greenery of summer provide a three-dimensional … Continue reading
The first time I ever saw a snowshoe hare, I was riding up the chair lift at Lutsen Mountains. The fact that I saw it at all was quite remarkable since it was in its leucistic phase, and was as … Continue reading
Long has my family retreated from the stress and bustle of everyday life in the reassuring surroundings of Meadow Park in Minnetonka. I have many fond memories of this park for its close proximity to my house and its ability … Continue reading
While the crowds head to the North Shore and the BWCAW, Highway 38 between Grand Rapids and Effie Minnesota offers something for all seasons. Largely undeveloped lakes inside the Chippewa National Forest offer fishing opportunities for an astonishing variety of … Continue reading
Sucker Creek Preserve is a great natural place to take your family on a great nature hike and it’s only 4 miles from Downtown Detroit Lakes. The Preserve is set up for school groups to learn more about the natural … Continue reading
Roberts Bird Sanctuary is one of only two bird sanctuaries in Minneapolis. It has an abundance of wildlife for being right in the city. There is a large bird community and dozens of migrating birds that make this Important Bird … Continue reading
We purchased property on the Big Fork River a few years ago. The Big Fork River is beautiful and recreational opportunities abound! The rapids at Big Falls offers beauty and swimming holes! The area offers terrific fishing, hunting, hiking, swimming … Continue reading
Artist’s Point offers a beautiful view of Lake Superior and the Minnesota “coastline”. Climbing around on the rocks there and watching the waves are two things I loved to do as a child and now share with my two children.
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“Never was there a more tiresome voyage made than this . . . We continue to grope our way.” Father Michel Guignas, August 1727 Jesuit priest Michel Guignas penned these words early on in the historic French expedition to the Dakota … Continue reading
Edina High School students collect more than 10,000 beverage containers and receive a check for 10 cents per container from Conservation Minnesota Voter Center. Continue reading
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