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A guide to finding joy on Minnesota's bike trails
Minnesota is a great place for bicycling and the state isn't just piggybacking on the strong lead from Minneapolis and St. Paul. Here's a few tips to make the most of the trails across the state.
Hiking in the rain: Minnesota state trails that won't leave you muddy
Minnesota has seen its share of wet weather in recent days, and more is in the forecast for this Saturday. So, if you want to go hiking where the fall colors are popping, without getting your shoes muddy, the DNR has some good tips on where to go.
These Minnesotans farm ice — and it’s drawing climbers from across the U.S.
Ice farming is the art and science of making climbing ice on cliffs. Minnesota has three city-owned parks with volunteer-run ice farming systems for climbing, more than any other state in the country.
Winter Play: Behind the scenes, capturing the moment
When 10 different reporters set out to try new-to-them winter activities, how do you begin to plan visual coverage for their stories? If you’re the photographer assigned to the project, you might just find yourself trying a new activity or two.