News from the Northwoods
behind the scenes
Designing the Lagom Tops: Behind the Scenes at Wintergreen
When I started as a designer at Wintergreen and began learning about product history, it was intriguing to look through old catalogs to understand the collection as a whole and how designs and tren...
boundary waters
5 Tips for Keeping the Bugs at Bay
Learn five tips to avoid getting bit by bloodsucking insects, even when it's super buggy outside.
canoe camping
10 Tips for Canoe Portaging Like a Pro
Learn how to portage a canoe farther, faster, more safely, and with less effort.
adventure
Adventure in Superior National Forest
How a summer evening in Superior National Forest unexpectedly transformed into the experience of a lifetime.
community
7 Reasons We Love Ely, Minnesota
Ely, Minnesota is awesome in a lot of ways - here are seven of our favorite things about Wintergreen Northern Wear's little hometown. Feel free to add your own favorite parts of being in Ely!
adventurer
How To Discover Your Inner Adventurer
Have you ever wanted to add more adventure to your life? Do you wonder how to become one of those cool outdoorsy people featured in magazines? This simple trick can help you become inspired by the ...
boundary waters
Gear Review: Boundary Waters Hooded Windshirt
A field review of the Original Boundary Waters Hooded Windshirt.
activities
6 Fun Activities for Mud Season in the Northwoods
You don't have to run away to the tropics to have fun during mud season! Spring in the Northwoods is the perfect time for certain outdoor activities.
adventure
Ten Items To Bring on Every Adventure
Which necessities do you always bring on your wilderness outings? One adventurer writes about the 10 items that are always in her backpack.