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GIRLS’ GETAWAY TO A MINNESOTA RESORT

By girlof10000lakesAugust 7, 2019August 8, 2019

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Talking about five 🖐 winter activities you can do with your fam on KARE! Link in bio to watch. Most folks probably don’t know this but I used to work at KARE’s sister station in Eau Claire, WI. So fun to be on this side of the interview. In case you don’t have time to watch the full video, here’s what I shared today: ❄️ ✔️Wheelhouse or fish house ice fishing - This is a great way to introduce the whole fam to ice fishing. It brings the luxuries & convenience of home to the outdoors. Get setup with rentals from resorts or Google search ‘ice fishing rentals’. ✔️Winter cabin getaway - Cabin rates are typically better in the winter! I always look for cabins on scenic properties for hikes or cross country skiing + a sauna or outdoor hot tub so I can relax during my getaway! I’m headed to Grand Marais next weekend with @cascadevacationrentals. They have tons of cabins along the north shore for big or small gatherings. ✔️Dogsledding - A must-do! There are so many good outfitters in MN. Dogsledding let’s you explore the woods and trails in a whole new way. I loved our dogsledding experience at @gunflint_lodge_mn this winter. Blog post on that coming soon. ✔️Winter camping - You can go hardcore backcountry camping with winter gear in the BWCA. Ask @voyageurcanoeoutfitters for tips! They’re pros. But if you’re a first-timer, book a yurt or camper cabin at a state park and then take advantage of those groomed trails, snowshoe rentals, go geocaching, wildlife watching, & make s’mores in the campfire pit. ✔️Winter festivals - This is great way to explore a new town! There’s a big list of festivals at @exploreminnesota. I saw @visitelymn Winter Festival & @nisswachamber Winter Jubilee are happening this weekend. ☃️🌨 And remember to bundle up! Warm gear always makes a big difference when we get outdoors. My favorite base layers: @wsisports and my fav recreation & ice fishing gear: @dsgsnow + @dsgfish 👍. And I am all about finding gently used winter gear at @goodwillmn & Facebook Marketplace.

Still in an aloha state of mind 😌. 🌺 I’m back from Maui & feeling well-rested + refreshed. I had no idea there was so much to do in Maui! Loved whale watching, biking down the switchbacks of Haleakala, & lounging by the pool with a double piña colada. 🍍 Disconnecting from social media during our travel was the best decision ever because 1) I could focus on creating memories & not worry about posting 2) I proved to myself I can survive without social media (even if it was just a week) & life goes on for everyone else too. 🙌 It seems like everyone is “cleansing” or using “moderation” for something in 2020. How about you?

Trying to condition baby Harlan to sleep through rattle reels in the Lil Hotdish. Think we can do it? 😏 🌴 But no ice fishing this week! I’m off to Maui & unplugging from social media for a few days. Looking forward to enjoying some tropical air. See you in a week! 👋

Afternoon hikes with my beanie baby 🧡. Anyone else love winter treks? ⠀⠀ This little dude is the happiest when he’s outdoors. His giggles are contagious! And I love that we don’t need to go too far to find a trail in the metro area. ⠀⠀ I can’t believe it took me this long to use my Kelty backpack carrier. It is so much easier to hike with my 25 pounder 😂. Thanks @ali_upnorth for the inspiration. ⠀⠀ And how cute are these matching mama & me fish 🐟 beanies from @abbysoffthehook_? They’re knitted here in Minnesota & are seriously “off the hook.” 😆 So soft & 100% Peruvian Highland wool. You can get a matching set for the whole fam bam 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼👶🐶!!

What are your essentials for ice fishing? 🎣 ❄️ This winter, I’ve added @liftbridge Hard Seltzer to my list. It’s perfect for a day on the ice with friends (swipe to see). And guess what? I’m giving away a pack to one of you! ⠀⠀ @liftbridge Hard Seltzer is a healthier, locally, naturally flavored seltzer brewed in Stillwater, MN. In a sea of seltzers, @liftbridge stands out because of its quintessential Minnesota flavors. Plus, it’s GF, preservative-free, and low carb! ⠀⠀ We are giving away a pack of hard seltzer + a $25 gift card to the Lift Bridge taproom in Stillwater! To enter: ⠀⠀ ▪️Like this post ▪️Follow me ▪️Follow @liftbridge ▪️For bonus entries, tag your friends you’d want to enjoy a hard seltzer with! ⠀⠀ You must be 21 to win. I’ll announce a winner on Sunday! This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram. ⠀⠀ #sponsored #liftbridge #hardseltzer

Well that was fun! Let’s do it again. 🎣 Fishing with the best of the best! Can’t believe 50+ ladies got together on the ice for the Ladies Midwest Meetup. 🙌 Swipe to see our massive group photo. A weekend of community, camaraderie, & a whole lotta catching! Literally, flags going up left & right 🚩. Thanks @alicia_joy_outdoors for getting some down to earth gals together to do what we love. 👭 Tag a friend you’d want to go to the #LadiesMidwestMeetup with next year!