Newest Blogs
Every Lake Has A Story!

The Rich Legacy of our White Iron Chain of Lakes
White Iron Lake has a rich and fascinating history, including a murder mystery, Minnesota’s famous Ojibwe dogsled postman, and a dog given a northwoods ‘state funeral’.

Canoeing
Sand Point Lake – Canoe Country’s Only Burial Mound
With over 2,000 lakes within 50 miles of town, the Ely area boasts the world’s greatest concentration of aquatic pockets for freshwater fun…and stories! Enjoy their history, mystery & i...

Canoeing
Dave & Thompson: Lake Legacies of a Great Geographer
With over 2,000 lakes within 50 miles of town, the Ely area boasts the world’s greatest concentration of aquatic pockets for freshwater fun…and stories! Enjoy their history, mystery & i...
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behind the scenes
Wintergreen On The Road
It’s official, you can find your favorite Wintergreen treasures out there on the road! That is, if you can find and visit our new pop-up trailer.
That’s right, our friendly and knowledgeable staff...

My Go-To Winter Pants: The Fleece Lined-Guide Pants
Wintergreen’s Fleece-Lined Guide Pants are my favorite cold weather pants. They are the ultimate in cozy comfort thanks to the soft fleece on the inside. From active days outside to lazy days aroun...

behind the scenes
Bring on the Snow! - A Letter from the President
I’ve been telling everyone how happy I am about winter this year - I want the cold and snow and more of it. I’ve joked with my wife and fellow Wintergreen owner, Solveig (who’s all of 5’2”) that I’...