————— March 20 SUNDAY ————— 03/20/16 Maple Syruping in Your Backyard 1 PM to 2:30 PM Join us for our annual “Maple Syruping in Your Backyard” workshop. Learn about the natural history of maple trees, and the history of making maple syrup. Find out what equipment is required, how toContinue Reading

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Happy spring equinox! The balance of light and dark means more time for fun in the outdoors! MN Nature has some ideas to help you enjoy the warming weather — starting with maple syrup tapping! March Madness = Maple Syrup Time Early spring in Minnesota is maple syrup tapping time!Continue Reading

According to a new report just out “Tests indicate Minnesota Iron Range bedrock could contain gold” . . . Tests conducted by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources indicate there could be gold in bedrock . . . independent tests are ongoing by groups such as local Vermillion Gold. FULLContinue Reading

Today an annual historic Minnesota event takes place up north. “It’s the longest sled dog race in the lower 48 states. World class-mushers including Susan Butcher, Jamie Nelson, John and Jason Baron have competed in the nearly 400 mile event,” according to the race page. This is the Bear GreaseContinue Reading