Gunflint Trail Association

It seems one of the allures of the northwoods and "getting away" is taking the time to create a delicious meal – even more satisfying when the meal consists of local products that can be harvested oneself.  My first meal using my new woodstove/cookstove was last night and I look forward to making one with fresh raspberries, fish, venison, grouse, blueberries or wild rice.  My first Boundary Waters trip did provide some fresh fish (that some fishermen gave to my sister and me since we weren't catching our own) as well as mint tea made from mint collected from the island where we spent a wonderful week.  "A Taste of the Gunflint Trail" is a wonderful resource for recipes consisting of local fare; I found it a fascinating read.  Not only does it have numerous delicious recipes, but also includes a brief history including historic photographs of the many lodges that once stood along the Gunflint Trail (most are still here).  Reading it takes you back to "good days" when hard work, harvesting one's meal and a good cup of coffee with your neighbor helped to create a soulful life and home.  You can purchase this book at most of the lodge gift shops, the Gunflint Trail Information Center or online at www.gunflint-trail.com — then on the Online Shopping link. 

So until you are next on the trail, may you take the time for good food, good friends and a peaceful day.