We sat down with Janelle Long, who’s been the Executive Director of Hawk Ridge for over 15 years, to talk about how she, along with Hawk Ridge staff and volunteers, help people have a better understanding of birds and conservation efforts.
Outdoor Adventure
The People and the Place
From budget-friendly family activities to hidden waterfalls to recommendations from locals, check out our blog for trip ideas and to learn more about what makes Duluth so special.
How to Hike the Superior Hiking Trail: Duluth Section
The 42 miles of the Superior Hiking Trail in Duluth proper offer an array of options. These miles are perfect for shorter, family-friendly hikes, and they’re also awesome for more hard-core adventurers.
Take a Hike in Duluth: 9 Essential Trails to Trek
From the industrial mystery of the DWP Tunnel to the rare pines of Park Point, discover the 9 essential trails that define hiking in Duluth, MN. Whether you want rocky vistas or a quiet river stroll along Kingsburg Creek, our guide helps you find the perfect Northland trek.
Celebrate Your Grad in Duluth
Whether you’re in Duluth for a high school or college graduation, there are plenty of options for dinners, activities and picture-perfect backdrops to celebrate your graduate. We have some ideas to make the most of your visit and commemorate the occasion.
The 13 Best Places to Propose in Duluth, MN
Duluth has been a beloved couples’ destination for years. Whether it is the first spot they traveled together, somewhere they go year after year or a new-to-them location, Duluth is a perfect place for someone to propose to the one they love. We have some suggestions for those who want to say “YES!” to setting their engagement story in Duluth.
Faces of Duluth: Beargrease Musher, Colleen Wallin
The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is not only an Iditarod qualifier, but is also the longest sled dog race in the lower 48 states that’s been drawing mushers and spectators alike from across the country for over 40 years. But for many Duluth and North Shore residents, it’s more than a race.
For musher Colleen Wallin, what started as a passion has become a family affair. We caught up with Colleen to hear all about how she got started and what keeps her sled going.