Finding Minnesota

Finding Minnesota: Driving Off-Road In The Iron Range

If you’re looking to blow off a little steam, it helps to let out a little air.
Pressing on the valve stem of his Jeep’s tires, Lynn McCann says that letting out pressure help’s his Jeep gain traction.

2013/06/04

Finding Minnesota: Wilderfest & The Almanzo 100

It began as an idea to gather some friends for an ambitious bicycle ride through southern Minnesota. Seven years later, Wilderfest has grown into full weekend of long distance rides and foot races.

2013/05/21

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Finding Minnesota: Character Challenge Course

Nothing builds teamwork like overcoming a tough challenge together. That’s why corporate teams, athletes and thrill-seekers can be found climbing trees and scaling high-wires in Minnesota’s Northwoods.

2013/05/07

Finding Minnesota: Horse Jumping In Hamel

You probably know that Minnesotans are among the national leaders in terms of theaters, golfers and boaters per capita. But did you know that Hennepin County is among the top 10 in the number of horses owned per capita?

2013/04/23

Finding Minnesota: Firefighter’s Hall & Museum

People’s fascination with firefighting has only grown since the first fire station in Minneapolis was built more than 100 years ago.

2013/04/16

Finding Minnesota: Geocaching In State Parks

Some say the more we focus on technology, the less we appreciate the world’s natural beauty. But over the past several years, Minnesota state parks have seen the opposite.

2013/04/09

Finding Minnesota: Dog Sled Racing In Cass County

In the simple beauty of the winter woods is heard a chorus of canines. Sharp barks and harmonious howls signal a kennel of sled dogs nearby and ready to run.

2013/04/02

Finding Minnesota: Slim’s Woodshed

There’s a good story at every stop as we travel Minnesota. Sometimes the story behind the story is even more compelling. That’s the case with a giant wood-carving collection in Harmony that’s billed as America’s largest.

2013/03/26

Finding Minnesota: The Gaelic Harp Renaissance

The harp is an instrument we can all identify with but one we seldom get to see.

2013/03/19

Finding Minnesota: St. Urho’s Day

On March 17, people of many backgrounds will claim to be a little Irish as they celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. But the day before that, others will toast the Scandinavian saint who was completely made up in Minnesota — St. Urho.

2013/03/12

Finding Minnesota: The Biathlon At Camp Ripley

With cross country skis at his side and a rifle on his back, Minnesota native Winn Roberts was recently back where he began — the biathlon course at Camp Ripley.

2013/03/05

Finding Minnesota: Superior Surfing

In the dead of winter, Hawaii might seem like the only place for Minnesotans to hang ten. But a few times each year: The southeast winds blow in up from Canada kicking up the perfect waves on Lake Superior.

2013/03/04

Finding Minnesota: Cuyuna Lakes Yeti

For all they’ve tried, searchers haven’t found Sasquatch in the Pacific Northwest or the Abominable Snowman in the Himalayas. But if you believe the stories being told in central Minnesota, another mysterious creature is on the prowl in the Crosby-Ironton area.

2013/02/26

Finding Minnesota: Kiteboarding On Medicine Lake

You may have seen them on our lakes in the summertime: Kiteboarders riding both wind and waves. But the thrills don’t stop there.

2013/02/19

Finding Minnesota: Grumpy Old Men Festival

You can go anywhere in this state and find examples of Minnesota Nice, but movie audiences have also had a look at our grumpier side.

2013/02/12

Boathouses At Latsch Island

Finding Minnesota checked out some of the floating houses Latsch Island in the middle of the Mississippi River near Winona.

Finding MN: WWII Museum At Granite Falls Airport

Ron Fagen and his family have a passion for all things related to World War II. And because of this passion, aircraft that went on raids over Germany and France now come and go from Granite Falls.

Finding Minnesota: North Shore Waterfalls

Mike Binkley went to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the state, along the North Shore. Check out a few of the places he visited in our gallery.

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