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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.
'Hike your own hike': 250 miles in 19 days on the Superior Hiking Trail
Minneapolis resident Kate Bechtold just finished a 250-mile hike in 19 days on the Superior Hiking Trail on June 9. MPR News asked her about her experience and what she would recommend to those who want to explore nature through hiking at any distance.
Canoe team sets record-setting pace down the Mississippi River
The four canoers set out from the headwaters at Itasca State Park in Minnesota on May 10. They made their way south accompanied by a team of assistants who travelled alongside the canoe by boat and road.