MicroAdventures
Have you heard of MicroAdventures?
With limited “free” time due to work and life obligations, we understand that going out for an adventure can be daunting and become a stressful task to plan. We hope that by providing you with the following MicroAdventures, that you can follow similar ideas and itineraries to create a peaceful overnight getaway!
Alastair Humphreys defines MicroAdventures as “an overnight outdoor adventure that is small and achievable, for normal people with real lives.” Similarly, the New York Times described a MicroAdventure as “short, perspective-shifting bursts of travel closer to home, inspiring followers to pitch a tent in nearby woods, explore their city by moonlight, or hold a family slumber party in the backyard.”
Use the categories below to sort between what types of MicroAdventures you would like to embark!
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Minnesota MicroAdventures
Bear Head Lake State Park
Eric and I visited Bear Head Lake State Park from July 22-July 24, 2015. This has to be one of our favorite parks by far. The water was so beautiful, so serene. There are so many activities to do, so many things to see, that this park should be toward the top of your “Minnesota State Parks To Visit List,” as it has a little something for everyone
Afton State Park
Eric and I visited Afton State Park January 16-17, 2015. Established in 1969 and surrounding the Afton Alps Golf & Ski Resort, this state park is about 45 minutes southeast from the Twin Cities area, near the Minnesota/Wisconsin border. This was my and Eric’s first “winter camping” experience. We rented one of the beautiful cabins, named White Pine, sitting just off of the St. Croix River in the South Camp area.
St. Croix State Park
Eric and I camped in St. Croix State Park the weekend of June 28th, 2013. Located in Hinckley, MN, this park is only about 15 minutes off of I-35 in northern Minnesota. Home of one of the biggest fires in Minnesota history, a tall fire tower is a great highlight of this park–of which is accessible for guests to climb. Located on the St. Croix River (which is a National Scenic Riverway) and within boundaries of the Kettle River, this state park offers endless possibilities of trails, both in the summer and winter months. We hiked many of their trails, and enjoyed kayaking down the river.