All throughout history, people have trekked across Antarctica on foot, by snowmobile, by dog sled, and in groups. A lot of factors play into what people need to do for their trips. Condition… Read More

If you’re a runner with a dog, chances are you like to bring your dog along with you. Long distance runners might wonder how far a dog can run. Is it safe for their four-legged pal… Read More

The Beargrease Marathon began today and mushers are in for some warmer than normal mushing conditions. Some years they face sub-zero temperatures but this year the forecast calls for daytime… Read More

I doubt the organizers of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon had concerns about trail conditions prior to this past warm spell. We had so much snow early in the season it never crossed my… Read More

Photo by Rick Friedman/Corbis via Getty ImagesPlus, you’re never too old to do anything, like surf every day, set track records or get a Ph.D. Puppies are horrid, awful little creature… Read More

Russia has taken control of a Ukrainian nuclear plant. Ukraine and NATO accused Russia of shelling the plant, which the invading military has denied doing. The plant’s radiation… Read More

Many Gen Xers and Xennials were introduced to one of America’s legendary trails when they played the Oregon Trail computer game. All you have to do is ask, “Where were you when y… Read More

Image: Shutterstock Are you zoned after a frantic week? You have the perfect reason to curl yourself and your entire family up and enjoy some wonderful movies. However, with several attracti… Read More

I must admit I’m a sucker for city breaks and I would jump to the occasion whenever it occurs. And the fact that I’ve lived in Europe, with extremely low-cost flights, made thing… Read More

Sled Dog Marathon Start The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon begins in Two Harbors, MN tomorrow morning at 11:00am. Mid-distance racers will be making their way to Trail Center on the Gunfl… Read More

  Ridgeway, Colorado I’m holding my first Grammy. It is heavier than I thought- about  6 or 7 pounds, I suspect. I find out later the weight is due to its components, or as t… Read More

Why run the very same ol’ 5K when you can race in a bunny outfit or, emergency room, in your birthday celebration suit? Whether you’re seeking to dress up, obtain slimed, deal… Read More

Is this statue of a Pilgrim, lost in Central Park,another monumental mistake? Keep reading.Leave it to the United  States of America to sweat the small stuff. Donald  Trump an… Read More

A good friend of Grand Marais passed away on February 27. Dick Parker was only 74 but he had been living with cancer for a number of years. He didn’t let cancer slow him down and it di… Read More