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  • Potato River Falls near Ashland Wisconsin Northwoods Hiking Trails

    Ultimate Northern Wisconsin Waterfall Road Trip 

    March 15, 2024

    Looking to see the best waterfalls in Northern Wisconsin? Here are the Northwood’s best waterfalls and how to see them all in a three-day road trip!

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  • Potato River Falls near Ashland Wisconsin Northwoods Hiking Trails

    Best Hiking Near Ashland, WI

    September 7, 2021

    Looking for the best day hikes near Ashland, Wisconsin? From coastal walks to stunning waterfalls, here are some of the best easy day hikes near Ashland, Wisconsin.

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  • Sea Smoke at the Grand Marais Lighthouse

    10 Best Photography Spots on the North Shore, MN

    July 8, 2021

    Looking for the best photography locations on Minnesota’s North Shore? Read this article to find the best waterfalls, overlooks, and sights for photographers!

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  • High Falls near Silver Bay, Minnesota begins to freeze in December

    Six Beautiful Frozen Waterfalls on Minnesota’s North Shore

    February 20, 2021

    There is something magical about the idea of rushing water brought to a complete standstill. Frozen waterfalls sound like something out of a fairytale, unique to places like Alaska or Norway. Under the radar and…

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maddymarq

guide & writer exploring the midwest🏕
📍Northwoods & Lake Superior
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Michigan summer🍒🌊🛶 1- kayaking under the northern Michigan summer🍒🌊🛶1- kayaking under the northern lights 2- campsite in the Porkies3- @takkasaunas 4- birdwatching with @n_o_c_s 5- kayaking the pictured rocks6- @retreatnorthmichigan (hosted)7- backpacking the porkies8- a waterfall in the up9- crystal river 10- sleeping bear11- off the coast in the Keweenaw 12- canoeing :)13- superior
Tofu Schwarma camp meal🏕️🔥⬇️ You’ll need: Lettuc Tofu Schwarma camp meal🏕️🔥⬇️You’ll need:LettuceRed onionCucumber Bell pepper or tomato Lemon (all my veggies came straight from the fridge at home!)TofuNaan bread or pitaOlive oilFeta Tzatziki sauceSchwarma sauce/seasoning (I subbed enchilada sauce + turmeric in a pinch)Come say hi at @maddymarq for Midwest adventure ideas & tips🏕️♥️
What’s your setup like?🚗🏕️ Come say hi at @maddym What’s your setup like?🚗🏕️Come say hi at @maddymarq for Midwest adventure ideas & tips from your friendly neighborhood outdoor guide!
Spring on Lake Superior🌷🧊 We’ve still got ice up Spring on Lake Superior🌷🧊We’ve still got ice up in Northern Wisconsin! Andy and I did a quick little paddle out to some of our favorite caves to check out the situation👀 (note that everyone is wearing dry suits, is a local guide, and has specialized training for trips on Lake Superior including cold water self rescue practice! This isn’t a trip I would recommend anyone do, but summer is just around the corner and guiding season is almost back!)Ft the @stellarkayaks nomad LV I’m test paddling for @paddlingmagazine & my very stylish @aquabound Tetra paddle
Michigan waters >>> @retreatnorthmichigan tiny ca Michigan waters >>>@retreatnorthmichigan tiny cabins pictured (hosted!)Come say hi at @maddymarq for more Midwest adventure ideas!
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