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activities
Ely Portage Half Marathon: One Foot in Front of the Other
Up north in Ely we have a lot of festivals and outdoor activities, from the Blueberry Fest in July to summer canoe trips and beautiful winter nordic skiing. However, for the Ely Marathon our little...
adventure
A 4-Day Adventure on the Powwow Trail
Over an extended Memorial Day Weekend, I was able to get out with Jackson and Henry Harren to backpack the 30-mile Pow Wow Trail through the Pagami wildfire area (2011) in the BWCAW. As we were do...
Canoeing
Back to the Basics: Essential Layers for Summer Adventures
Whether on a day hike or expedition, wearing the proper outdoor clothing is an essential part of staying comfortable and safe outdoors. If you’ve ever been caught in the rain wearing jeans, you’ll...
boundary waters
Canoe Day Trips Near Ely, MN
Our canoe country is world famous for its 1000 lakes, 2200 campsites and 1500 miles of canoe routes. But if you just have time for a quick taste, many lovely day trip options exist. Here a...