Monthly Archives: December 2011

First Winter Solo Ascent Of Denali Underway

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Grand Marais native, Lonnie Dupre, is attempting first winter solo ascent of Denali. Just five days into his quest, he’s at 10,000 feet. MORE >

Giving To Those In Need: The Great Lakes Mitten Campaign

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Have warm mittens laying around that you’re no longer using? Donate them to a good cause. MORE >

In town: Jim Brandenburg’s Chased By The Light Photos

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Some of the most intimate images of the Boundary Waters are on display in Minneapolis. MORE >

Photographer: Norio Matusumoto

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You’ve never seen the northern lights like this. MORE >

Video: No Snow? Go Snowshoeing On A Bog

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While we wait for the snow to arrive, we came across a nifty way to use snowshoes. MORE >

Review: Snowpeak’s SnowMiner Headlamp/Lantern Combo

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Lighting up both tent and trail with one source – can this headlamp do both, and do them well?  MORE >

The Reluctant Winter and the Outfitter Report

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Skating on black ice. Gliding down moonlit ski trails. Brief encounters with deer and wolves. These are just a few of the activities keeping outfitters- and vacationers- busy all winter long. MORE >

Video: Beauty of “Missing Hatchet” is Hard to Miss

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With exquisite detail, filmmaker Nate Ptacek captures intriguing footage from his September paddle. MORE >

3 Easy Ways To Protect Your Skin This Winter

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Winter temperatures and northerly winds can turn your skin into a crusty, red, mess. We’ve got a few easy ways to save your hide. MORE >

Three Tasty Camp Dinner Hacks

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Does food on the trail consist of mac and cheese with a squirt of ketchup? You can do better. We’ve got three easy meal hacks that kick it a couple notches closer to gourmet.  MORE >