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

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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.

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Take a virtual visit to Quetico's roofed accommodations with Leigh McAdam. Leigh McAdam is a Calgary based writer, author, photographer and social media enthusiast with over 61,000 followers. Her blog: HikeBikeTravel is frequently cited as one of the top travel and outdoor adventure blogs in Canada. https://hikebiketravel.com/a-girls-getaway-to-quetico-prov/

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

#Repost @christiandalbecphotography @download.ins --- Superior Gems Found some beautiful ice this morning while shooting a project at Stoney Point.... | Christian Dalbec Photography all rights reserved #instagram #nikonusa #aquatech_imagingsolutions | Inandaroundthelake.com |

Some of Minnesota’s trout lakes require regular infusions of fish, but it’s not always as simple as driving up to a public access and unloading them. The DNR En...forcement Division’s Aviation Unit recently used a helicopter with a retrofitted tank system to stock several lakes in the Grand Marais area. Stocking via helicopter is just as effective as stocking from a truck, but saves on vital resources when the fish are slated for remote, hard-to-reach bodies of water. mndnr.gov/fishing/trout_lakes/management.html See more

Voyageurs National Park was recognized by Forbes in the "Top National Parks for Stargazing." VNPA believes preserving the starry skies of Voyageurs is key to th...e preservation of wildlife, human health, and cultural narratives. As a result, VNPA helped fund light fixtures changes at the park's visitor centers and parking lots to reduce light pollution. Through our Dark Sky Initiative, we'll continue protecting Voyageurs' skies for generations to come! See more

With over five million acres of managed public lands, the Heart of the Continent is one of the best places to view starry skies. A big thanks to Voyageurs National Park Association for working with the park to preserve the beautiful night skies in our region.

We are into the holiday season! Although things are different this year we can still enjoy the spirit of Christmas and giving with buying 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 mor...e 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

Let's give some love to another Minnesota Mesabi Iron Range #smalltown, Mountain Iron. Love the still waters of the mine pit lake and West Two Rivers reservoir!

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#Repost @northhousefolkschool @download.ins --- For the months ahead we are excited to share: Over forty on-campus, in-person courses utilizing social distancing and large classrooms with newly installed air filtration.... More than sixty online courses, including foods, fibers, woodworking, design, and more in single-session, multi-session, and webinar formats. Learn something new and engage with our craft community from anywhere! Early Members Registration for new courses: October 29, 8am CST, call 888.387.9762 Registration opens to all online on October 30. Become a member and learn more at northhouse.org See more

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"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/

BIKE! The Heart In 2019 The Heart of the Continent Partnership teamed up with local clubs, communities, state parks throughout northwestern Ontario and northeastern Minnesota to host a series of bike rides. Events were held in the old mine site areas, the beautiful area of Neebing outside of Thunder Bay, along the north shore, in the Iron Range, and the outskirts of Duluth. The purpose of the series of rides is to allow clubs, bike shops, and biking enthusiasts to share thei...r favourite and popular biking routes and to showcase biking tourism opportunities in the Heart of the Continent, HOCP Coordinator Chris Stromberg explained in a press release. Stromberg, who’s from Atikokan, Ontario, continued, We are well known as a destination for paddling but there are great rides and a growing knowledge of all we have to offer for cyclists. We want to thank the local bike clubs and bike shops that made this series of rides possible. We'd also like to thank Saint Louis County Commissioner, Frank Jewell for tying the rides together as a series and to the Iron Range Partnership for Sustainability for their support. It was our intention to continue this annually. We are hoping other clubs/organizations will jump on board for 2021 and that we can plan for new and returning events next year. We will continue to showcase what the Heart of the Continent Region has to offer for cycling opportunities, cycling sales, rentals, trails, highways as well as food and accommodations that provide cyclists that want to try out the rides in our region. Please contact us if you'd like to add rides to our list - a page can be created and linked e-address - [email protected] Geotourism WebSite - MapGuide - https://traveltheheart.org/ Landing page for BIKE! The Heart (with links to each ride) https://traveltheheart.org//45f67ea8-8fc8-451f-a9f0-2ac131 See more

Some Monday morning glow for everyone! Have a great week! We hear things are gonna start to get spooky... #VisitCraneLakeMN #CraneLake #upnorth

#Repost @boundarywaters_minnesota @download.ins --- cred: @blake.huff Location: Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Date taken: October 4, 2020... . . Soaking up some fall colors . . #boundarywaters_minnesota #boundarywaters #bwca #northernwoods #northernlights #canoe #canoeing #canoecountry #ely #elymn #minnesota #loon #loons #birds #camping #camp #camplife #fish #fishing #sunset #bwcaw #peaceful #auroraborealis #gunflinttrail #northernlights #nature #heavenonearth #northwoods #heartofthecontinent #traveltheheart

Do you love your #smalltown? We do! Our Mesabi Iron Range communities have trails, lakes, charm and more. Just look at Biwabik! #rurallife #rural #hometown... #mesabiismagic See more

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Minnesota's moose do not qualify for Endangered Species protection says the USFWS, despite decline in numbers, threats of disease and climate change.

#Repost @travis_novitsky @download.ins --- Young bear in the crab apple tree - There were quite a few bears hanging around this fall, many of them yearlings. This is the most recent one that we saw and he was hanging out in our crab apple trees off and on for several days. Thanks to my 600mm lens I was able to get some nice up-close shots of him from a safe distance away. #blackbears #blackbear #minnesotanorthwoods

#Repost @glensheenmansion @download.ins --- THE GREAT GLENSHEEN PUMPKIN HUNT IS HAPPENING NOW! During tour hours from Thursday, October 1st Saturday, October 31st there will be PUMPKINS HIDDEN throughout the mansion and estate for kids (or kids-at-heart) to find for the month of October.... Making a tour at Glensheen a perfect not-so-scary Halloween activity for families. *Health & Safety Measures in place* Glensheen is open daily from 9:00 am 5:00 pm. All pumpkins can be found on the General Admission Tour. Purchase a tour at glensheen.org to find all of the pumpkins and claim your pumpkin hunt mastery. Photo by Student Graphic Designer, Grace Kazak #glensheen #glensheenpumpkinhunt #pumpkin #pumpkinhunt #glensheenmansion #halloween #familyfriendly #familyhalloween #authenticduluth #visitduluth #destionationduluth #duluthmn #duluthloveslocal #halloweenforkids #fall #autumn #october #jackolantern #spooky #happyhalloween #pumpkinpatch #findyourtruenorth #onlyinmn #exploremn #exploreminnesota #capturemn #minnesota See more

There’s a lot more darkness out there these days. During long nights you might hear some mysterious sounds. Use this guide to help you figure out what goes bump (or yowl, screech, or snort) in the night.

White Otter Castle Turtle River White Otter Provincial Park One of the many destinations within the over 5 million acres of managed public lands in the Heart of the Continent. White Otter Castle is visited year round by paddlers, boaters, float planes skiers and snowmobiles. The Castle is only one of the draws to the historically filled, beautiful area.

Serenity... #Repost @7o7photography @download.ins --- Sailing away into the fog

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Northwoods Volunteer Connection partners public land managers with volunteers to work on natural and recreational projects

Minnesota’s bountiful public lands are for everyone to enjoy no matter if you wheel, walk, or ride. The crisp fall air is perfect for an outdoor roll or stro...ll. State trails may provide easier access to spectacular views. Most state trails are made of paved asphalt making smooth terrain for manual or motorized wheelchairs, crutches, canes, and walkers. Many of Minnesota state trails are 8 to 12 feet wide, with a softer slope to help ensure safety and access for all visitors. Learn about how to make your outdoor adventure more accessible: go.usa.gov/xGtQx #AccessibleOutdoors #DisabilityAwarenessMonth

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The calendar might say October but we are looking ahead to next summer. We are hiring for a variety of temporary positions for the 2021 summer season. https://go.usa.gov/x7Yan

Good message here from the good folks @boundarywaters_minnesota and @womens_wilderness_discovery #Repost @boundarywaters_minnesota @download.ins --- Hello fellow paddlers! It’s time for another feature in #BWCAHangouts! 2020 was a tough year for many businesses, lets try to remember to support the local #BWCA community!... ~~~~ ~~~ ~~ ~ Featured business: Women’s Wilderness Discovery ~~ Follow them: @womens_wilderness_discovery ~~ Located in Ely, Minnesota, Women’s Wilderness Discovery provides year-round, fully-outfitted and guided Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) canoe camping, hike camping, day canoe trips, day hikes, and hot-tent winter camping by snowshoe or ski trek, and day snowshoe hikes or cross-country ski treks especially for women. We provide a safe, positive model for women and girls to enrich their lives through the wilderness experience and outdoor adventure. A fully outfitted/guided wilderness experience emphasizing teamwork can build confidence, strengthen courage, and cultivate leadership qualities in women and girls. Teaching respect for the land and the gear used in wilderness travel is inherent to the wilderness ethic Leave No Trace. We listen to your expectations and goals, and lend our expertise in planning your wilderness adventure. All BWCAW entry points are taken into consideration when planning client trips, based upon availability. Sharing the wilderness experience, and empowering women, through guiding and teaching in the great outdoors is our passion. For more information on how you can book a trip with us or discover more about our join on trips and workshops visit www.womenswildernessdiscovery.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~ If you have a business that surrounds the BWCA and would like to be featured, please DM us or email us at [email protected]. To view previous BWCA Hangouts, simply search: #bwcahangouts