Seasons
Sunday, April 21st, 2013
Turn into April
Okay, I’m a winter enthusiast but even I have to admit, April has been a little tough, 3+ feet of snow and cool temps. So, I’m turning into it. Why not! Here’s the good news. The north Shore Rivers of Lake Superior will be screaming this spring. It will be awesome. My mountain bike rides [...]
Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013
Great April Spring Skiing!
We’ve had an awesome winter with timely and abundant snow falls. And it’s not over yet, folks. Yup, we know some of you are itching to get the golf clubs and bikes dusted off. I am too! But, because the ski conditions at Lutsen Mountains are fantastic, spring skiing too!. Cool nights and 30+ degree [...]
Friday, March 1st, 2013
Ahhhh…….March – It’s the best!
March is awesome. It’s my favorite time. Skiing at Lutsen Mountains is primo. We’ve had an excellent snow year and of course we all know that March is known for great snow storms. Bring it on. The cross-country and snowmobile trails are in perfect conditions. Combine the snow with earlier season colder temps, River skiing [...]
Monday, January 7th, 2013
January Blue Bird Days!
Ahh….the holiday season is behind us. And it was a great whirlwind of activity in Lutsen. Fresh snow, mild temps, good music, festive, fun, fireworks and more. And now, we are settling into what some people call the January Blues. Not me. January is awesome for several reasons. One – the days are getting longer [...]
Monday, December 24th, 2012
Tis the Season
Happy Holidays is often the safest response during this holiday season. There are several different traditions observed during this time – Hanukah and Christmas to name a few. And then there is a population that does not observe any such traditions during this time. And that is fine, too. We embrace all people. But for [...]
Thursday, November 29th, 2012
Ah Winter!
On Thanksgiving morning I enjoyed a Mountain Bike ride in 50 degree temps and sunny skies. Later that evening, my wife and I were navigating our way home from our Thanksgiving dinner in near white-out conditions. And on Saturday, we were skiing at Lutsen Mountains. Go figure. Welcome to Winter. The following week, Sawbill Canoe [...]
Wednesday, July 18th, 2012
Turn off the Screens; Reconnect to What’s Important
A recent report shows that 1/3 of all teens spend up to 40 hours a week in front of some form of screen (television, computer, smart phones, etc) and nearly 10% spend up to 50 hours a week. That’s equivelant to a full time job. Wow. How about unplugging and reconnecting to what’s important – [...]