Outdoors Posts

Free Outdoor Tennis Courts in Duluth

Does anyone know locations for outdoor tennis courts in Duluth where you don’t have to pay a court fee to play?

Lake Superior Surfing … Hang Ten!

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Team Red Bull finds some nice waves on Big Sexy (aka Lake Superior). Never under estimate Big Sexy, she can be a real bitch.

To motorcycle or not to motorcycle

I am thinking seriously about picking up an older, used motorcycle in the interest of saving myself some money on these higher fuel prices. I am wondering if it is worth having a motorcycle for commuting in Duluth with our limited days of warmth. I am not averse to riding in cold weather if it is above freezing but would like to avoid snow, ice or any heavy rain. With that being said, are there any current riders out there have any knowledge on how many days a year you can actually ride your motorcycle in Duluth and if you feel like it is worth owning one in this climate?

West Duluth Porcupine Hotel

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On Wednesday I saw this porcupine high at the top of a tree on Raleigh Street, feasting away on bark. Then on Thursday there were two of them (one up high, one down low).

Film for Thought: A Look into Sustainable Agriculture in MN

Join MPIRG for an informative, interactive night on sustainable farming in Minnesota. We will be showing the MN-based film ‘Farming Forward,’ hearing from UMD farms, and planting seed-starters. All are welcome, and it is free to attend!

Tuesday, April 12, 6:30pm, UMD’s Kirby Lounge
Please contact MPIRG with questions: [email protected]

Hope to see you there!

Native Tree & Shrub Sale ends April 15

The annual Native Tree and Shrub Sale ends on April 15, so place your order now. Learn about each species and print a Tree Order Form — all available online at southstlouisswcd.org, or call the Soil & Water Conservation District office, 723-4867.

Duluth Surfing Footage from CBS News

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Ice volcanoes, if you dare!

The ice volcanoes of Park Point are spouting off big-time right now. Grab your ski goggles, your rain pants and your windbreaker and head on down.

Wow ’em with waterfalls

How many out-of-town guests have you brought up the North Shore to Gooseberry Falls? It’s the nearest of the North Shore’s “greatest hits.”

Now you can wow your out-of-town friends before they even get here. Take a waterfall photography class at Gooseberry, from Paul Sundberg. Paul is the former manager of Gooseberry Falls State Park and father of Duluth’s own biking chiropractor, Adam Sundberg. It’s March 26. Preregistration is required.

Weather Fight!

Toughest Weather City Tournament – Midwest Bracket

Duluth vs. Des Moines in round 1. How about we go kick some Des Moinian ass eh?

Duluth

  • Brutal cold and snow
  • 79.6″ snow
  • 45 days of subzero cold
  • 2 days of 90+ heat

Des Moines

  • Snow/ice, river flood, severe t-storms
  • 36″ snow
  • 15 days of subzero cold
  • 24 days of 90+ heat

Kayaking the snowy banks of Minnesota’s Blue Earth River

Might as well go ahead and try this at home.

Ski ’em all: Tour Du Luth

Ski season is definitely not over. The Duluth Cross Country Ski Club is sponsoring its seventh annual Tour Du Luth this weekend. Come out and ski as many of the city’s ski trails as you can, and end with a potluck at Hartley Nature Center.

Explore Duluth’s own ice mountains

After a few good northeasters this winter, the ice is stacked up deep on Park Point. You can read all about and find tips and directions in my blog.

ISO Used Telemark Gear

Anyone out there with some decent telemark gear they’d like to sell me? I’m just getting into it, but am already anticipating infatuation with it. Ideally skis would be 170s or shorter, boots a ladies 8.5 or 9 (European 26?), though I do have a wider foot, too. Any leads would be much appreciated!

How to avoid faceplants

Happy Meteorological Spring! It’s time to break out your no-wax skis. Some thoughts and advice from my blog after a recent ski outing to Hartley Park.

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