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aliciaunderleenels
Jun 12, 20215 min read
The Old Red Old Ten Scenic Byway
The best things happen when you get off the interstate and start cruising the backroads. The Old Red Old Ten Scenic Byway, which runs...
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aliciaunderleenels
Feb 25, 20214 min read
Getting Outside, Even In Winter
“The is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.” Scandinavian Proverb On this, the 200 millionth day of social distancing, I’m...
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aliciaunderleenels
Jan 10, 20213 min read
Cruising Along The Enchanted Highway
North Dakota has some truly random roadside attractions. But the Enchanted Highway is something special. It begins with the World’s...
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aliciaunderleenels
Jan 6, 20213 min read
3 Ways to Experience North Dakota State Parks
There are so many ways to enjoy North Dakota State Parks in every season. We usually think of getting outdoors during the summer, but...
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aliciaunderleenels
Oct 29, 20204 min read
Public Art In Downtown Grand Forks
If you love art and being outdoors, take an afternoon to check out public art in downtown Grand Forks. This is the perfect time for a...
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aliciaunderleenels
Oct 21, 20207 min read
The Wild Reaches of Theodore Roosevelt National Park
“This is unreal.” My husband Derrick is standing at one of the highest points in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, surveying the sweep of...
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aliciaunderleenels
Sep 27, 20204 min read
Fall Colors In The Pembina Gorge and Tetrault Woods State Forest
Yes, North Dakota has trees. The Pembina Gorge and Tetrault Woods State Forest are two of the prettiest places to spot them. And if you...
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aliciaunderleenels
Sep 9, 20202 min read
Dr. Seuss And Ghost Signs: Public Art In Devils Lake
I’ve seen a lot of delightfully random public art combinations in my day. But the public art in Devils Lake, North Dakota boasts one of...
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aliciaunderleenels
May 28, 20205 min read
Nature In The City: North Dakota Nature Parks Go Wild
Did you know there are 30 North Dakota nature parks in North Dakota? It’s okay. I didn’t either. These are mini escapes right in the...
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aliciaunderleenels
May 9, 20204 min read
State Park Snapshot: Cross Ranch State Park
Cross Ranch State Park is an under-the-radar escape into nature. After a spring of staying inside, interest in outdoor escapes like State...
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aliciaunderleenels
Feb 13, 20204 min read
In Studio With Tesa Klein of Wildflowers, Inc.
Tesa Klein is the creative mind behind the Wildflowers, Inc. She has a unique take on western, rural, and repurposed style that resonates...
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aliciaunderleenels
Oct 13, 20193 min read
Yurt Life: Unexpected Winter Glamping
Staying in a yurt is delightful. Jo and I got an almost ridiculous kick out of Rockstad’s River Inn and Yurt in Fort Ransom, North...
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aliciaunderleenels
Sep 19, 20193 min read
5 North Dakota Pumpkin Patches — With A Twist
It’s prime pumpkin patch time, people! Here are five of the best North Dakota pumpkin patches and corn mazes to get your fall fix. You’ll...
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aliciaunderleenels
Aug 29, 20194 min read
Taste The City With Fargo Food Tours
For an in-depth look at the largest city in North Dakota, check out Fargo Food Tours. This Fargo walking tour just launched this spring...
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aliciaunderleenels
Jul 6, 20194 min read
Five Immersive Midwestern Museums For Museum Haters
Dutifully reading about local history? Been there, done that. I like my museums a little more immersive, thanks. Seeing a city from a...
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aliciaunderleenels
Jun 2, 20193 min read
Free Family Fun At The Fishing Pond
The image of kids loping off to the community fishing hole, bait in one hand, fishing poles in the other, brings to mind the long, lazy...
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aliciaunderleenels
May 22, 20193 min read
The North Country Trail: Observations While Hiking In The Heart of North Dakota
The longest trail in the United States starts (or ends, depending on your interpretation) in North Dakota. But unless you’re a hiker, it...
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aliciaunderleenels
Feb 6, 20185 min read
Half Brothers Brewing Company: A Taproom For The Whole Family
Family is at the heart of North Dakota’s newest brewery. When Half Brothers Brewing Company opened in Grand Forks in the fall of 2017,...
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aliciaunderleenels
Jan 14, 20185 min read
Hot Drinks, Cool Vibes: My Favorite North Dakota Coffee Shops
Want to enjoy espresso in a church where Tedddy Roosevelt once worshipped, sip tea in a hidden courtyard or fund a nonprofit with your...
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aliciaunderleenels
Nov 26, 20174 min read
Kuchen: A Dessert With History
Kuchen is German for “cake,” but that doesn’t really hint at its rich, addictive goodness. It’s more like a thick custard poured into a...
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