by Nina Hagen | Sep 16, 2016 | Fishing, Page, Recreation & Outdoors
LAKE INDEPENDENCE This giant lake is perfect for water sports of all kinds. Image by Erica Loeks/Greenspring Media In a serene rural setting, this body of water attracts anglers of all skill levels. The 800-some-acre lake is known for being more peaceful than other...
by Nina Hagen | Sep 14, 2016 | Page, Recreation & Outdoors
SNELLING LAKELoaded with history and local fish. Located in Fort Snelling State Park, this is fishing with a historic backdrop. The lake is brimming with Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Yellow Perch. SNELLING LAKE Fort Snelling State Park, Highway 5 and...
by Nina Hagen | Sep 14, 2016 | Biking, Page, Recreation & Outdoors
DAKOTA RAIL REGIONAL TRAILBeautiful views abound on this lengthy paved trail. Image by Todd Buchanan/Greenspring Media 26 paved miles This trail meanders through beautiful suburban and rural areas on the west side of the Twin Cities. It passes the two largest lakes in...
by Nina Hagen | Sep 14, 2016 | Page, Recreation & Outdoors
COMO PARK ZOO AND MARJORIE MCNEELY CONSERVATORYThe zoo and its surrounding park are great for a day of family fun. Image by Todd Buchanan/Greenspring Media Coming in with a roar is the Como Regional Park, home to Como Park Zoo and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. From...
by Nina Hagen | Sep 14, 2016 | Page, Recreation & Outdoors
LAKE HARRIET ROSE GARDENBeautiful flowers in a lovely lakeside setting. Image by jpellgen/flickr Though small, during the spring and summer seasons, this park is inundated with blooming flowers of all kinds. Plus, it is located just a hop, skip and a jump from Lake...
by Nina Hagen | Sep 14, 2016 | Birding, Page, Recreation & Outdoors
MINNESOTA VALLEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGEIts 14,000 acres will help you enjoy nature throughout all four seasons. Image by USFWSmidwest/flickr Over 14,000 acres of outdoor playground await you in Bloomington, a southwest suburb of Minneapolis. Enjoy navigating hiking...
