Route 2 Road Trippin'...Montana Bound

In Northern Montana, just south of the Canadian border are over a million of the most spectacular acres in the National Park System. This a landscape of ancient western cedars and snow capped peaks.
 

Glacier.  The Park was founded in 1897.

Drive the Going to the Sun Road. It's a spectacular introduction to the park. Hike to Apikuni Falls and spend a couple of nights in the back-country. Rangers can hook you up with a nice route for a couple days. Reward yourself with a night and dinner at Apgar village lodge.

Don't forget to bring sturdy boots. Our pick is the Salomon Discovery GTX. And don't forget the bear spray!

Route 2. Next Stop...Bemidji Minnesota

Everyone loves a roadside attraction. Paul Bunyan and the iconic stop in Bemidji Minnesota. After a quick stop for a photo opt with Paul Bunyan and old "Blue", we would chill at a campfire with our trusty Chaco Z Cloud sandals, Helinox Chair One (you'll want two), the Yeti Colster to keep our favorite beverage cold; the Royal Robbins Throwback Shirt and the Kuhl woman's Mable plaid shirt.

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Bridge in Bemidji

Bridge in Bemidji

On the road, up there on Highway 2, just west of the Iron Range there's an old steel bridge over the Mississippi River. Up there in the headwaters on a foggy summer morning you might run into the ghost of Mark Twain, Woodrow Wilson Guthrie, or Jim Harrison. How many others in the mist?

For the Glamper Camper

Roughing it in style and comfort!

Glow in the dark Nalgene

GSI enamelware makes a camp meal taste even better!

Goal Zero Lighthouse solar lantern

Big Agnes Mountain Glo tent has led lights inside, perfect for finding your s*ht.
 

 

#LAKESUPERIORLOVE

Custom Lake Superior gift items for the lake lover in all of us!

Locally made Lake Superior ceramic mugs. Dishwasher safe and the perfect way to enjoy your morning joe. (Joe is also the pottery dude).

Lake Superior adjustable trucker hats. Great for everyone! On size fits most.

12 and 16 oz Hydroflasks will bring joy to the java drinker. Keeps drinks hot for 6 hours and cold for 24. Custom insulated Klean Kanteen coffee mugs and bottles are also available. All in fresh new colors!

Handmade silver Lake Superior wire necklace

Lake Superior soft beach towels. Psst...they make a great family gift. Get 20% OFF when you purchase a set of four!

Amazing Gifts Under $30

Giving amazing gifts doesn't have to break the bank. Check out some of our favorites and more in the shop. Stop in!

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Smartwool socks will keep the toes cozy and comfy.

Paddywax soy driftwood and indigo candles are made in the USA and come in great little reusable enamelware. We love the Evergreen and Fir too!

Yeti Lowball great for hot cocoa or cold whiskey!

 

 

Gently Used Kayaks For Sale

It's that time again for our end of season gear sale. We have some awesome gently used boats available. Quantities are limited. Boats will be available for pick up on September 12th. Call or stop in to purchase.
 

Ocean Kayak Prowler Big Game II   SALE PRICE $8952 in stock

Necky Manitou Sport                        SALE PRICE $6233 in stock

  Ocean Kayak Malibu XL                  SALE PRICE $6232 in stock

10K & Half Marathon Training Team

Registration is now open for our 2015 Solstice Outdoor 10K and Half Marathon Training Team. We are pleased to have Mari Kay Nabozny back as our ROCKSTAR trainer!

 

Mari-Kay Nabozny is a Certified Personal Trainer and Certified RRCA Running Coach. Over the past 7years she has coached several runners who successfully completed their first races or set new personal records while igniting their passion for distance running. Mari's goal is to provide fun and effective fitness programs that improve your overall fitness level while providing you with the positive support, encouragement, and proper workouts to help you attain your goals!  She believes that whatever goal you have, it is attainable.

“I love to motivate people and drive them to challenge themselves, and I hope my energy and love for fitness will help encourage other people. I thrive on trying something new and enjoy helping others discover the joy of running whether they are a beginner or an experienced runner looking to go to the next level.”

Book Across the Bay Morning

Despite our best efforts to run the Book It Free Fun Race and the new Book IT Sprints; mother nature won. The morning was sub zero, blowing snow and frigid even by northern Wisconsin standards. There's always next year! Check out the video Alan shot the morning of Book Across the Bay.

Until next year....happy skiing!

NEW BOOK IT Sprints Before BOOK ACROSS THE BAY

Saturday, February 14th 9:00AM

Come experience the first ever Book It Sprints presented by Solstice Outdoors as skiers and snowshoers compete in a fun filled, fast pace event that the whole family can enjoy. Participate in 1 km sprints, relays and dashes, or just come witness an exhilarating, upbeat atmosphere to kick off  Book Across the Bay weekend!  The morning will kick off at 9:00am with middle/high school, collegiate and adult 1km ski sprint categories where racers will compete head to head in heat eliminating rounds that’s fun for everyone. Snowshoers will wrap up the sprints.

Solstice Gift Guides for Hikers, Runners, Skiers...

Our holiday picks for those active ones on your shopping list! Stop in and check out these gift ideas and more in the store or click through the image to see all the guides!