Have you found one of these walking sticks? They usually show up at a trailhead on different hiking trails across the Northland. I got the scoop on why they are there, and who's behind it.
Explore Minnesota's Alyssa Hayes joined WJON Outdoors reporter Jerry Carlson and I on WJON today. Alyssa talked about the State Fair Parade which starts today and runs through Sunday and then will run again from August 27-30 and finish up September 3-7. Alyssa discussed the wide variety of hiking options the state has too. Explore Minnesota put together their top ten.
There is no shortage of fun if you're looking to bring in the new year right this weekend around Central Minnesota. You can head to the Paramount Theatre to enjoy the sounds of Shawn Johnson and the Big Band Experience, Tonic Sol Fa or Deuces Wild. Pioneer Place will be holding their New Year's Eve Bash, and you can go for a hike at Quarry Park and Nature Preserve. Read more in The Weekender!