The time has come to start working those summer plans into our schedules! It's hard to believe now, but green grass and budding trees are just around the corner.
An excellent weekend vacation option, for those of us in the Twin Cities, can be found in the southeast corner of our fair state:
Historic Forestville. While the usual favorite summer sites are found several hours north of the cities, Forestville can be found two hours south. With trout streams rather than lakes and nearby wineries outnumbering the breweries, it's a whole different kind of Minnesota!
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It’s the day after Thanksgiving and you are looking for something to do. Perhaps you are not interested in getting caught up in the crowds of Black Friday Shoppers. Or, you’re looking for something to do after taking advantage of those early morning deals.
Well, here’s an idea: how about visit a Minnesota State Park? And, the best part is, you don’t have to pay for admission.
Governor Mark Dayton has proclaimed this Friday to be “Free Park Friday” at all of Minnesota’s 75 state parks and recreation areas. There are plenty of options that would allow you to experience...
After Minnesota Power committed storm water violations, it has been given a punishment that fits well with the violation.
In 2012, the company hired a contractor to do excavation in Duluth's Island Lake Reservoir area. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency reports the company did not have proper licensing for the excavation. The company failed to take proper precautions to prevent sediment from getting into the reservoir. The company later took corrective actions.
Now, instead of the normal penalty, Minnesota Power will make at least $53,000...
Just in time for Father's Day weekend, the DNR is opening up Minnesota State Parks for
free admission this Saturday to celebrate National Get Outdoors Day.
All of the 75 state parks will be a part of the free admission day. The day will also feature free vehicle permits, which typically costs $5 a day.
Most of the parks will be holding special events to further celebrate this day. Free activities include geocaching, archery, hiking, fairs and fishing. Fishing in most state parks...
Minnesota has more than 60 state parks within its borders, meaning there are a lot of 'fish in the sea.' So how do you find the one that's right for you?
The Minnesota DNR has created a new online tool called
ParkFinder to help you find your perfect match. It helps you narrow down the list of possibilities based on several criteria: nature programs, camping, lodging, trails, recreation facilities, available rentals and access to additional features.
And the good news is, there's no long term commitment. If you change your mind, you can go...
The time has come to start working those summer plans into our schedules! It's hard to believe now, but green grass and budding trees are just around the corner.
An excellent weekend vacation option, for those of us in the Twin Cities, can be found in the southeast corner of our fair state: Historic Forestville. While the usual favorite summer sites are found several hours north of the cities, Forestville can be found two hours south. With trout streams rather than lakes and nearby wineries outnumbering the breweries, it's a whole different kind of Minnesota!
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