Ideas and information about living your best life Up North
If you’re looking for the “real deal” – a ski area with over 24km of groomed trails from beginner to expert, the Timberland Hills Ski Area is the place to go. It’s situated on 2400 wooded acres of Burnett County Forest Land, ideal for cross country skiing. They even have a warming house just off …
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Another gem for cross country skiing in the area is the Brandt Pines Ski Trail just outside of Grantsburg in Governor Knowles State Forest. You can get there by following Hwy F out of Grantsburg or by taking Larson Road North off Hwy 70, just West of Grantsburg. Take heart – it feels like you’re …
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The Winter Olympics certainly get you in the mood to get out and play in the snow. And boy, oh boy, do we have snow! Now is a great time to get out and enjoy some of the wonderful ski and snowshoe trails in the area. We’ll be highlighting a few throughout the month of …
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Propane has become a scarce and expensive fuel this winter! If you’re thinking about supplementing your heat system by burning some wood, you might need to look at getting a new chainsaw. I visited Webster Ace Hardware and talked with the small engine service manager, Gregg Johnson, to get some tips on what to consider …
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Terri Estridge, of Copycat Hearth and Home in Webster, WI gives a list of things to consider, if you’re shopping for a fireplace or stove. Ask yourself the following questions: What area do you want to heat – one room or the whole house? A fireplace can add to the overall aesthetic and comfort of …
You’ve probably driven by a few dozen times, but maybe you’ve never stopped. If you’re curious about adding a fireplace or stove to your home or cabin, Copycat Hearth and Home is the place to go! They offer a warm and welcoming shopping experience with many beautiful displays to help you decide what would work …
This time of year, a great fireplace is absolutely indispensable. It creates a cozy and inviting focal point in a room and is also a welcome heat source when the thermometer plummets to bone chilling depths. We have a variety of properties available for sale right now that have great fireplaces. Whether it’s an economical …
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The recent cold snap has given us a chance to re-educate ourselves about living with extreme cold temperatures. We’re very much used to winter weather conditions Up North and frankly, look forward to the exhilarating conditions that winter brings. But this recent stretch has been dangerous and extreme enough for schools and businesses to …
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Now that all the trails are open, you can plan your winter sports getaway. As of today, we have up to 14 inches of snow in most parts of our area. Hoorah! As the weather changes in the coming winter months, the snow levels will change along with it. One of our real estate agents, …
This just in from Burnett County Forest and Parks… Burnett County Winter Trails are currently OPEN with the exception of Trail 150 west of the Gandy Dancer Trail to Trail 119. This portion of the trail is closed due to crops still standing. We have 6-14″ of snow throughout the county. Not all trails are …
