Heart of the Continent
214 Main Street West P0T1C0 Atikokan, ON, Canada

#Repost @suziequ2u @download.ins --- Unique hoarfrost against a clear blue sky....the ultimate winter conditions for photographing . .... . #bluesky #ExploreOntario #mycanadianphotos #raw_canada #discoverON #ourcanadamagazine #imagesofcanada #ontariotravel #naturephotography #wildernessculture #wildernessearth #designinspiration #travelphotography #travelartist #land_of_adventures #nphotomagazine #raw_community_member #nanpapix #landscapephotography #imagesofcanada #sunrise_and_sunsets #opcmag #heartofthecontinent See more

#Repost @hunterfuhol @download.ins --- Serenity

#Repost @alftown @download.ins --- Chickadee-dee-dee... These little fellows are undoubtedly the sweetest Canadian aviators, by far and away. #heartofthecontinent

#Repost @davidjackson__ @download.ins --- A land riddled in magic, where an unusually warm January means sweaters and ski trips that end in blankets of fog. On days like these, fish are just a reminder that you aren’t dreaming, a feisty bonus. Just remember to whistle on the way into and out of heaven. #skiinskiout #johnprine #whistlegofishinginheaven #discoveron #explorecanada #heartofthecontinent #quetico #laketrout #wintercamping #heartofthecontinent #traveltheheart

The National Forests are for you to explore, and discover. Go. Play. Discover. There are 193 million acres of rivers, mountains, forests for you to enjoy #ItsAllYours! https://youtu.be/3rPR0QTYMeY

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We posted this article and versions of this article earlier in the year but thought it would be worth posting again. The Heart of the Continent Partnership celebrates and cherishes our public lands and we are overjoyed when people get out to use them. Many of our public lands, our National, State, Provincial, Parks, and National Forest saw high traffic this summer and in some cases hasn't slowed down. It is more important than ever to follow the laws, the rules, and common decency to care for these places. Solitude in the wilderness is being compromised. Please take a moment to read more about visiting these places. After all, they are yours and your children's to care for. https://queticosuperior.org//boundary-waters-rangers-repo/

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What are your plans for the winter? #Repost @visitcranelake @download.ins --- Footprints or snowmobile tracks? Whichever path your prefer to make, Crane Lake’s got you covered!... #CraneLake #VisitCraneLake #Winter #Snowmobile #UpNorth #heartofthecontinent See more

We've made the list and checked it twice... there are so many stops to make this year for everyone on your shopping list. Smalltown Christmas Shop Local Saturday, November 28. www.ely.org/shopping for the participating business list.

I know we have posted about this already but for us, our Dark Sky Initiative has been one of the more joyful and exciting things in 2020. This is a good read by The Quetico Superior Foundation https://queticosuperior.org//stars-aligned-voyageurs-nat/

TOURISM https://conta.cc/3lJyTrP This article includes links to a webinar for cycling tourism. Heart of the Continent Partnership helped host a series of cycling events in 2019 throughout the Heart of the Continent region and is looking forward to doing it again in 2021. Cycling tourism is a growing trend whether visitors are adding it to their adventure or come specifically to ride the favourite trails and popular bike routes in the area they are visiting. ... Local campgrounds, resorts and other accommodations can benefit by becoming a bike friendly business. Click link above for info on Ontario-by Bike Cycle Tourism Webinar See more

You can find out more about great places like Northern Waters Smokehaus for dining in, or take-out on TravelTheHeart Geotourism https://traveltheheart.org/

We are into the holiday season! Although things are different this year we can still enjoy the spirit of Christmas and giving you thinking local and shopping small. More than ever it's vital to seek out stores, eateries, artisans this holiday season. Visit your local stores or call ahead to see about their directives that will make shopping easy and safe. The economy of the HeartoftheContinent region is hugely reliant on each other for our successes. Together we can create mo...re growth and come out of this stronger than ever. To find out more about the HeartoftheContinent Partnership www.heartofthecontinent.org Our geotourism site is filled with places to go and things to do www.traveltheheart.org

Once in a lifetime opportunity! Found, of course, on the Gunflint Trail Association Lucky Katie Mumm! https://cbsloc.al/2IHWjiM

Join the Statewide Star Party virtually from Nov. 9-14, 2020. https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/statewide-starparty/

#Repost @outdoor_skills @download.ins --- Climbing up a maze of frozen dreamcicles Thanks Jamie (@funky.fresh) for snapping this rad shot of me today @outdoor_skills ... www.OutdoorSkillsAndThrills.com #heartofthecontinent

#Repost @northhousefolkschool @download.ins --- If you've attended Winterer's Gathering in the past, the Cold Snap Poetry Slam might be something you thought you'd have to miss out on this year, but no, it's moving online! COLD SNAP POETRY SLAM ... Saturday, November 21, 7pm CST, Zoom More info at the Winterer's Gathering link in our bio Cold Snap Poetry Slam is a friendly celebration of the spoken word and the glories of the frozen North! And even though we can’t all join in the fun in the Blue Building, we’re making the verses virtual using Zoom. Join in the fun by reading one of your own works or any selected seasonal poetry of your choosing. By sharing your favorite hibernal verse, presenters will receive wide recognition as cultural icons. If you would like to participate, please register in advance so that we can connect with you regarding zoom logistics. See more

Local restaurants, lodges, shops, and experiences you can support right now.

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#Repost @hike_the_giant @download.ins --- And just like that, the snow's back! credit: @abearinger... #topofthegianthike #bestdayhikeinontario #besthikeinontario #topofthegiant #topofthegianttrail #gorgelookout #sleepinggiantprovincialpark #ontarioparks #sleepinggiant #hikethegiant #tbay #hikingtrail #planyourhike #hikingguide #visitNWO #visittbay #tourcanada #discoverON #discoverontario #exploreontario #adventureontario #ExploreCanada #heartofthecontinent #WildernessCulture See more

"Working for the Quetico Foundation for the past two summers was a great pleasure. I am endlessly grateful for the opportunities that this position has given me.... The field work varied year to year, and canoe trip to canoe trip, which exposed me to many different studies and sampling techniques. The projects ranged from fish and wildlife to forestry to climate change. My work in Quetico Provinical Park has helped me find my passions within biological studies; dendrochronology and fire ecology. I thank the Quetico Foundation for allowing generations of young people to have this experience and exposing them to Quetico." - Katie, Biology Intern https://queticofoundation.org/biology-interns/

Originally from Atikokan, Mike Ranta, canoe adventure, aims to make waves with giant canoe paddle https://www.cbc.ca//thu/mike-ranta-canoe-paddle-1.5805065

#Repost @voyageursconservancy @download.ins --- Happy Veterans Day! We honor those who have served our country, past and present. Kyla Mason... #VeteransDay See more

#Repost @ontariotravel @download.ins --- Lest We Forget. Remembrance Day is a day for Canadians to remember those who served and sacrificed for our country.

#Repost @georgeduluth @download.ins --- Fresh fallen snow and a sunrise on the Gunflint Trail. More snow is on the way and I couldn’t be happier. Bring on winter!

Looking for another way to enjoy those dark night skies? Join the Statewide Star Party virtually from Nov. 9-14, 2020. Check out: https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/statewide-starparty/ for more information!

https://www.northernontario.travel//the-poppy-and-its-thun

Beware the Gales of November - Visit Cook County has a great blog on - Lake Superior Storms and Shipwrecks

Beginning on Veteran's Day, U.S. military veterans and Gold Star families will be granted free lifetime access to national parks!

#Repost @nklokphoto @download.ins --- Split Rock Lighthouse will be lit on November 10th for the Edmond Fitzgerald Memorial Beacon Lighting from 4:30-7:00pm. Here are a few of my favorite shots of the lighthouse lit from the memorial lighting and other times throughout the year. ... #CaptureMinnesota #OnlyInMN #StribMinnesota #StribDuluth #Minnesota #DestinationDuluth #Duluth #SplitRockLighthouse #NorthShore #Landscape #Canon #TeamCanon #CanonFanPhoto #GreatLakes #LakeSuperior #BeautifulDestinations #ArtOfVisuals #VisualAmbassadors #earth #earthfocus #Canon_Photos #splitrocklighthouse #ig_skyvibes #Sony #heartofthecontinent #SonyAlpha #LongExposure #Lighthouse #GoOverboard See more