The Superior National Forest sits on approximately three million acres in Minnesota’s Arrowhead and was established in 1909. One assumes a sign announcing The Forest that is on Highway 61 and just West of Tofte, Minnesota was erected shortly thereafter. The large, four-sided, oblong sign says, “Superior National Forest” in two different fonts. Beneath that sign is another, separate, tiny,... READ MORE >
Erik Simula grew up in the small city of Duluth, Minnesota but he dreamed of being a wilderness guide. When he was seventeen, Erik moved to Ely, Minnesota and, working with Outward Bound, took a big step towards fulfilling that dream. One of his tasks was working with sled dogs. Erik immediately found a new passion. In 1986, Erik was... READ MORE >
Gary the Ghost is long gone from this world but occasionally comes back for a visit. We sat down, (well, I sat, he hovered) somewhere between this world and the next. Rob: Thanks for taking the time. Gary: Time is something I have in abundance. R: Yes, what does eternity feel like? G: Have you ever spent a winter in... READ MORE >
How do you like them apples? They say “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” but I’ve never seen a plum fall farther. And it’s not like the pear even qualified for the long jump. And don’t get me started on citrus. So why do they pick on the apple? Is it because of one bad apple? Or is... READ MORE >
