Ready to run some beautiful trails threaded through the lush green forests of Pincushion Mountain? If you said yes, then it’s time to sign up for the Fisherman’s Picnic Trail Run. The annual Fisherman’s Picnic Trail Run registration is open and this year there will be no same day registration. The race(s) will take place on Pincushion Mountain on August... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has resources and foresters available to help landowners manage woodlands damaged by recent tornadoes and storms. “Seeing trees down in your woods and coming up with a plan for cleanup can be overwhelming,” said Jennifer Teegarden, cooperative forest management outreach specialist. “Be sure to take advantage of the help the DNR can provide to... READ MORE >
Strikepoint, an internationally acclaimed handbell ensemble, will be performing at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church (417 First Avenue West) in Grand Marais. This performance is part of the ensemble’s 2022 summer tour and the church’s 150th-anniversary celebration. Admission is free, but a $15 donation is suggested. To support local music, Strikepoint will share 20 percent... READ MORE >
Now that staff, parents, and students have had an opportunity to take a deep breath after the end of the school year, it is time to reflect on one of the very impactful courses at ISD 166. The sixth grade Safety Class, taught by Emma Spoon, added some excellent new curriculum to an already jam-packed course of study. During May,... READ MORE >
This summer, Voyageurs National Park received a vibrant community mural celebrating the park’s waters and skies. With support from Voyageurs Conservancy, Sam Zimmerman served as a Community Artist and Educator in residence in the park. Sam served from June 26 – July 1, 2022. During his residency, Sam Zimmerman created a community mural on the shorelines of Voyageurs National Park.... READ MORE >
Cleanup following a storm can be an overwhelming task for homeowners. If trees have been damaged, knowing which to save and which to remove can enhance people’s safety and the survival of remaining trees, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. When addressing storm-damaged trees: Do: • Use caution when approaching damaged trees. If there are downed wires, stay... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites Minnesotans interested in fishing, wildlife and outdoor skills to tune into upcoming webinars that will discuss aquatic invasive species and foraging wild edibles along the North Shore of Lake Superior. The first webinar on aquatic invasive species will be at noon Wednesday, June 15. Join April Rust, aquatic invasive species training coordinator, to... READ MORE >
The North Shore Health Care Foundation (NSHCF) will be hosting the 2nd Annual Taste of the Trail Picnic Adventure in support of its Justine Kerfoot Memorial Endowment Fund, on Sunday, June 26. The event is a culinary scavenger hunt of sorts, starting in Grand Marais and making your way up the legendary Gunflint Trail collecting courses at iconic Trail venues,... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering free admission to all 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas Saturday, June 11. This “Free Park Day” is one of four days each year on which the DNR waives the requirement for a vehicle permit to enter state parks and recreation areas. The entrance fee waiver does not cover activities like... READ MORE >
Grand Marais has a new retail offering for shoppers: The Sweetwater Co., a women’s apparel and home decor boutique located in the heart of downtown, at 8 N Broadway. The Sweetwater Co. will fill a niche in the Grand Marais retail offerings by providing on-trend women’s fashion, athleisure, jewelry, handbags, and other accessories. In addition, The Sweetwater Co. will provide... READ MORE >
