The St. Paul Winter Carnival kicks off this week and if ever there was a year for you to go, this is it. After all, it's been really cold and snowy everywhere, so why not be in the cold and snow with folks who know how to make it fun? (Photo taken Jan 2011) See
A snow-covered apple orchard at Dresbach, Minnesota (photo taken Feb 2011). See more pictures here. Dresbach, MN apple orchard in winter
Itasca State Park (photo taken Jan 2011) See more Photos here. Itasca State Park
The Mississippi River about 30 miles west of Bemidji, Minnesota (photo taken Oct 2013). See more photos here. Mississippi River 30 miles west of Bemidji, Minnesota
The Mississippi River flows mostly north and northeast from Lake Itasca, reaching its most northerly point just 3 miles east of Bemidji. This photo was taken after most of the deciduous trees had dropped their leaves but before ice set in. (photo taken Oct 2013) See more Photos here. Happy Thanksgiving! Mississippi River at
Cass Lake, Minnesota (photo taken Oct 2013). Cass Lake (MN)
