On a sunny morning in early August with the temperature in the 60s, I was driving with my kayak on the van thinking, "what a great day to paddle" since usually this time of year it's hot and humid.

The Whitewater Wildlife Management Area is famed for its deer, turkey, squirrel and waterfowl hunting, and fishing. The DNR is seeking comments on the first new masterplan for the area in 40 years.

The St. Louis River’s rapids are always flowing, beckoning river runners. It’s the region’s “good, old reliable” river for whitewater kayaking, canoeing and rafting - it provides high water in spring, ...