As a young kid, I didn't grow up in the twin cities. I grew up on a dairy farm. I attended the Minnesota State Fair as a kid but not every single summer. After I got married it became our tradition and then when kids came along, it has stayed our tradition. Yes you can enjoy the fair with small kids. We have done it Continue Reading
Tour the Faribault Woolen Mill
Take the Faribault Woolen Mill tour to see the entire wool manufacturing process, from the raw wool to the finished product. Factory Tours are something I have enjoyed doing ever since I was in college. My first one was Celestial Teas in Colorado. Since then we have toured an Ice Cream Continue Reading
Whitetail Woods Regional Park, Dakota County
We are lucky to live in a state that has an abundance of parks and public land. Many of us are familiar with the State Park System in MN, but there are also some fabulous regional and county parks as well. There is a hidden gem in Dakota County, The Whitetail Woods Regional Park, just opened less than a year ago. It Continue Reading
Foshay Museum and Observation Deck, Minneapolis
Visit the Foshay Tower Museum and Observation Deck to take in amazing views of Minneapolis and learn about this historic building's history and significance. We don't have the Eiffel Tower but we do have the Foshay. Located in downtown Minneapolis, the Foshay has a Museum and observation deck at the top of Continue Reading
Niagara Cave near Harmony MN
You didn't know MN had any caves that you could tour? Well there is actually more than one, but our post today is about Niagara Cave. Located in Southern MN near Harmony. It is a private cave, open for tours. You can find the hours of operation as well as admission rates here. Niagara Cave is one of the most Continue Reading
Long Drive-In Theatre, Long Prairie
Yesterday I told you about a Drive-in close to the metro, today I will tell you about another Drive-in. This one is not close to the metro, however we are Thrifty Minnesota. With the emphasis on the "Minnesota" today, as the Long Drive-In is located near Long Prairie, in Central MN. A drive for some of you, and not Continue Reading
Hennepin County Fair, June 18th-21st
Attending County Fairs, as well as the huge MN State Fair has been something my family has always enjoyed. It has become a tradition for us every year, and we look forward to summer and "Fair Season". No two county fairs are identical, which makes it all the more fun! Of course some of the basics are the same: Continue Reading
Wood Lake Nature Center, Richfield
Located in Richfield you will find a hidden oasis... the Wood Lake Nature Center. Wood Lake Nature Center is a 150-acre natural area dedicated to environmental education, wildlife observation, and outdoor recreation. A great place to take a walk, and enjoy nature. To see what is coming up for special events at the Continue Reading
Explore Outdoors Saint Paul
Who doesn't like to explore the outdoors? What is more fun than exploring with chances to win prizes? This summer, find outdoor fun and adventure in Saint Paul while earning chances to win prizes! For the Calendar of Events, go here. Some are limited in size of participants and others are open to anyone.This looks Continue Reading
Edinborough Park, Edina
With rainy days still coming and going, here is a great inside option for kids to burn off energy. Edinborough Park is located in Edina, and right off of 494. The building does not scream play-land and looks like a typical apartment building, but right in the middle of it is Edinborough Park. You can find the admission Continue Reading
CoreValley Outdoor Park, Eagan
First of all... if there are other parks like this in Minnesota, I would love to know. This park looks like the idea of playing in nature is "with" nature. I have not been to CoreValley in Eagan yet, but it is on our list of parks to try soon. The website says it is for all ages, but again no personal experience to Continue Reading
Commemorative Air Force Minnesota Wing Museum, South Saint Paul
Sometimes there is a museum or event that exists close to home, but somehow we don't know about it. This is one of those little gems that I just learned about. The Commemorative Air Force Minnesota Wing Museum, and it is located in South Saint Paul. Looks like a great place for anyone interested in aviation or Continue Reading
