One of the classes Cook County High School offers is Fitness and Wellness. Students are given the opportunity to perform and physically gain from activities over the course of the school year. Mrs. Hofeldt, the teacher of this class, says that one of the benefits is students are introduced to an active lifestyle. Not only can this benefit last a […]
White hares = more snow
While many people are returning north, we are heading south. April might seem a little late in the season for a Florida vacation, but it is hard to leave the Gunflint Trail while there is still snow on the ground, especially when plowing snow is one of my numerous jobs. We are ready for a break from winter and April […]
Should wolves be reintroduced to Isle Royale?
With only two wolves left on Isle Royale, the National Park Service has signaled that it is at least thinking about introducing more wolves back onto the island. A mid-March report follows public comments and internal deliberations regarding wolf/moose/vegetation management on the Lake Superior island. The National Park Service’s wolf/moose/vegetative environmental impact statement (EIS) looks at four alternatives. Alternative A […]
Conservation Officer Tales
Although the Cook County News- Herald knows that the majority of sportsmen and women are law-abiding folks, there are a few that run afoul of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Conservation Officers. Periodically, the DNR provides a report of some of the miscreants the Conservation Officers (CO) have encountered. The News-Herald shares these stories as a reminder to […]
Be aware of bears this spring
Anyone living near bear habitat is reminded to be aware of bears this spring and check their property for food sources that could attract them, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources said. “With a warm spring so far, we’re already getting calls about bears out rummaging for food,” said Eric Nelson, wildlife animal damage program supervisor for the Minnesota Department […]
Dupre to lead Alaskan mountain climbing expedition
It took a few attempts for Lonnie Dupre to become the first person to climb solo up Mount Denali in January, but now he has his sights on leading a climb up Begguya, the mountain native Alaskans refer to as “Denali’s Child.” Only this time he’s not going alone. And he’s not trying to climb in the middle of the […]
Lindgren signs with the NHL’s Canadiens
Shirley Lindgren is going to have to start following the Montreal Canadiens now that her grandson Charlie Lindgren decided to forgo his senior year of eligibility at St. Cloud State and signed a two-year contract to play goal tender for the NHL team. A long-time resident of Lutsen, Shirley has been a big supporter of Charlie and his two hockey […]
YMCA Ham Run Half Marathon one month away
The start of the racing season for many Northland long distance runners begins with the 9th running of the Ham Run Half Marathon, and it’s coming up fast with the Saturday, May 7 racing date a little more than one month away. While it’s not a fast course— in the first three miles runners experience some rigorous uphill climbs—it is […]
37th Tofte Trek registration now open
Registration is now open for the 37th Annual Tofte Trek 10K Wilderness Run/Walk on Monday, July 4, 2016. There are events for runners, walkers and children. The Trek was started by Tofte resident Jan Horak as a way to get people outside and be healthy. Today, the Sugarbush Trail Association carries on the tradition. The 4th of July celebration in […]