Northern Wilds Magazine

 
 

Background:

This monthly regional outdoor publication shared the stories and adventures of people associated with Boundary Waters and Lake Superior region of Northern Minnesota and Southwestern Ontario.

Deliverables:

Zen and the Art of Portage Hunting

“I knew we wouldn’t be lost forever, but the idea of spending the night on that mosquito-swarmed shore was dreadful.”

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Canoeing and Cocktails

“Now we're grown up and we can bring vodka in our Nalgenes.”

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Summiting Volcan Baru

“And a dinner plate-sized tarantula scurrying across the beam cast by my headlamp.”

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Crossing the Continent

“Undertaking a 12,000-mile journey and bringing 60,000 children along for the trip.””

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Exercise Like an Onion

“A run in 30 below zero? Totally doable. Just make like an onion and layer up.”

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Trapping Tradition

“Chores? The Axtell kids have found a lucrative return in trapping furs.” 

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Prepping for the BWCA

“People have brought everything from beer kegs to TVs with generators.” 

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On the Water in Winter

“Zipping up this fair-weather friend in freezing temperatures makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.”

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Gear Review: REI Flash 60 Backpack

Perfectly coordinated with the best hiking trail on the North Shore. Coincidence? I think not.

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Gear Review: Icebreaker Rhythm Jersey

The cute, feminine design gives it character without turning you into a rolling billboard.

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Gear Review: Ruby Jupe Insulated Skirt

The skirt works: warmth where you need it without overheating everything else.

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Gear Review: Spiband Wrist/Ankle Pocket

I always feel a little shady digging in my shorts post-run before hopping in the car.

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Gear Review: Patagonia Nano Puff Pullover

Although lightweight—tipping the scale at just over 8.5 ounces—it’s the perfect layer.

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Gear Review: Isis Bliss Vest

The Isis Bliss Vest stays true to the functional, feminine outdoor aesthetic of other Isis gear.

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Gear Review: Icebreaker Cascade Hoodie

I think the sheep are laughing at us; they knew it all along. What makes the best fleece? Fleece, of course.

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