News from the Northwoods

A new Disney+ special, Best In Snow, equips their contestants with Minnesota-based brand Wintergreen Northern Wear! 

We believe that there is no such thing as bad weather, just improper clothing. With these beliefs in mind, let's break down the simple 3 W's layering framework for thriving in any condition, and he...

What a year it has been! Last month marked our one-year milestone since my brother and I took the torch from the founder, and our friend, Susan Schurke. We reflect on the amazing story this compan...

So they closed the Boundary Waters... what now? No worries, there are plenty of things to do in the Ely area! Here are some fun ways to spend your time creating an adventure of your own and enjoyin...

Team Wilderness Wenches have qualified and are registered to compete at the Adventure Racing National Championship. Find out more about Adventure Racing, the highs and lows, and the story behind th...

Mom & dad had a sense of humor. They also had a sense of adventure. Though thoroughly urban, they knew us rowdy kids needed room to groove beyond the confines of our Minneapolis neighborhood. S...

As an outdoor enthusiast and lover of fall and its flavors, I like to add some spice to my outdoor fall activities much like I enjoy that extra kick to my coffee. If you’re looking for ways to spic...

The patches of fog had deceived me. Although, I was still at the helm and we were moving slowly; being distracted by the port side plotter for a meer 2 minutes was all that was needed. Chico, who w...

The 1986 Steger North Pole Expedition put Ely on the map for extreme adventure.  But of the dozen polar treks that have based here (a world record!), the quirkiest by far was the first: the little-...