Lake Superior Magazine

01/28/2025

An apparent example of attempted theft up Grand Marais way in northern Minnesota. Thanks for the local report ... and the good catches on shots, David.

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01/27/2025

We're in the middle of an irruption - please be careful as you can while driving. Thanks for the post, Hawk Ridge.

01/24/2025

One more before heading into the weekend. Thanks for the stunner from Tahquamenon Falls, Douglas.

“Winter Vista”
Upper Tahquamenon Falls from above. Located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula these falls are the 3rd largest by volume east of the Mississippi River.

01/24/2025

That's some good looking winter out there in Marquette. Thanks for the post Bob (and Travel Marquette). We hear the U.P. got a bit of snow this week ... what did you hear?

01/23/2025

Our cold-weather issue is hot off the press (mailing today), with a new twist this year. This is our inaugural Travel Edition, that we hope to make an annual event. Within the 160 pages, you’ll find the winners of the 30th Lake Superior Photo Contest (including cover winner Deb Nordgren with her image from Cornucopia, Wis.), a trout recipe, a sampler of annual events around all four shores and two vacation homes that bring fun and ideas for your year-round lifestyle and home décor. Plus we have the 2025 Lake Superior Travel Guide – complete – within these pages. (No more polybag.)

01/23/2025

Some of our residents love winter, no matter what. Thanks for the otter post from northern Minnesota, David.

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01/22/2025

Earlier this week, the Ship Canal closed itself. Thanks for the frosty post, Adam.

Frozen canal:

Overnight, a sheet of ice formed as the bitter cold snap continued. Calm but steady winds started pushing the ice sheet out onto the lake, which was fascinating to watch as it maintained its shape. This Polar Vortex brought temperatures down to -22°F, with wind chills as low as -42°F. I was captivated by the shadow of the South Breakwater Outer Lighthouse draping across the icy canal. In the last few days, Lake Superior has been consistently producing photogenic sea smoke!

2025 Calendar: bit.ly/ShipsinDuluth2025

Prints: BjornbergPhotography.smugmug.com

Merch: BjornbergPhotography.com

01/21/2025

Apparently, the squirrels in Roxanne's northern Minnesota yard are especially talented. Thanks for the post for this special day, Roxanne – and keep warm everyone!

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01/20/2025

You know we love to scare you about the weather ... Seriously, though - keep warm and well! Thanks for the post NWS Duluth.

An Arctic airmass remains over the Northland, producing very cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills. An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect today through Tuesday morning due to wind chills as cold as -50 degrees. Dress warmly in layers, including a hat and gloves/mittens to limit exposed skin if you need to go outside. Stay warm!

01/17/2025

Yesterday, Jan. 16, at about 3 a.m. ... the Soo Locks closed (just a little passed their usual 11:59 p.m. Jan. 15 closure) Thanks for the post, U.S. Army Corps.

01/17/2025

Our friend (and contributor) Carl Gawboy will be speaking about his new book on Saturday at the Duluth Public Library

Author and artist Carl Gawboy makes history come alive in his book, "Fur Trade Nation: an Ojibwe’s Graphic History." In this presentation, Carl will discuss the hidden power of “unconventional” historical sources, e.g. oral tradition, contemporary art, hunting practices, and illustrations; as ...

01/15/2025

They lock the Locks today. As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers asks here ... which will be the last ship through tonight 1 minute to midnight?

📆Its that time of the year again, the Soo Locks will close at 11:59 p.m. January 15, or until commercial traffic ceases.

🛳❓What boat will be the last through the Soo Locks?

Read our news release at: https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/Media/Media-Releases/Article/4028816/soo-locks-closing-for-seasonal-repair-maintenance/

01/14/2025

Great video of two ships passing in the day. Thanks for the post, DRE Designs.

01/14/2025

Interesting notice in SooToday about the St. Marys traffic delay; the traffic is now moving downbound again, we're told. The schedule closing date for the Soo Locks remains, as usual Jan. 15 (tomorrow).

Bulk cargo vessel, Harvest Spirit, ran aground near Neebish Island Sunday at 5 p.m.

01/13/2025

Here's how Wildwoods in Duluth is occupying its Monday. Thanks for the post … and for the care of our wild residents and visitors.

01/10/2025

Eagle-eyed spotting of a Rough-legged Hawk (seems to be the consensus). Nice work, Roxanne (and Heidi). Thanks for the post from northern Minnesota.

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01/10/2025

Yup, it's been like that. Thanks for the post, Tim.

01/09/2025

A late-season trip. Soo Locks are scheduled to close next Wednesday, Jan. 15. Thanks for the post, David.

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