Debby and I watched today as an eagle passed by our office rather fast going towards Grand Marais. Not more than 5 minutes later Debby saw it fly by and land in a tree outside our office. It was so close! We went out to take some pictures – it is a little blurry but you get the point! – Kris
The winter 2009/2010 catalog is almost ready to go to the press! This smaller catalog will feature all of our homes open during the winter. It will include a map with home locations and the same amenities you have come to love. Let us not forget the photo contest winners either! Look for it in your mailbox early this November! If you haven’t stayed with us but would like a catalog, please e-mail krisb@boreal.org.
This weekend is the last hurrah for the season for Opels cabins. Most of our other 3 season cabins have closed for the winter. There are still many other homes to choose from for the rest of fall and winter. It is also the last hurrah for some of the shops and restaurants in Grand Marais. Be sure to check out our website for this weekends availability.
Debby and I have both decided that the eagle’s nest by County Road 7 and Highway 61 is gone! We both noticed after the big wind/hurricane we had two weeks ago that it wasn’t there. The trees in that area look like they just snapped in half. I am in the habit of always looking for the nest on my way to and from Grand Marais. I hope they rebuild so we can see them again! I can’t imagine how much work it is to rebuild a nest of that size. I coincidently have seen eagles in that area twice this week. -Kris
We have a few homes left for MEA weekend. Enjoy a nice long stay on the North Shore. The fall colors on your drive up will be spectacular!
Aspenwood 6526 – Tofte, Lake Superior
Aspenwood 6540 – Tofte, Lake Superior
Caribou Cove – Lutsen, Caribou Lake
Christine’s Hideaway – Gunflint Trail, Poplar Lake
Hovland Hideaway – Hovland, Lake Superior
Loon Point – Lutsen, Caribou Lake
Call 1-800-950-4361 to make your reservation!
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See the brilliant colors this weekend on the North Shore. Here are our openings:
Aspenwood 6508 – Tofte, Lake Superior
Beach Cliff – Two Harbors, Lake Superior
Christine’s Hideaway – Gunflint Trail, Poplar Lake
Finn House – Tofte, Lake Superior
LeVeaux Mountain Lodge – Tofte, Lake Superior View
Second Nature – Gunflint Trail, Clearwater Lake
Superior Retreat – Grand Marais, Lake Superior
The Vila – Grand Marais
Call us at 1-800-950-4361 to make your reservation. Thanks!
Monday and Tuesday winds swept our area like I have never felt before. On two separate occasions I was almost knocked down. I am not a small person either – I am 6 feet tall! Lake Superior at the Grand Marais harbor was intense. Trees were knocked down all over the county onto roads, driveways, power lines and homes. At this time there are still people without power, including Debby at our office. I thought I would include a picture of the tree that is down at the Lutsen park. Amazing how something so big can be unearthed in no time! -Kris
We have 5 homes available for this coming weekend and would love for you to stay!
Black Point – Rustic square log cabin with charm – Nice deck, quiet, path to Lake Superior
Governor’s Cabin – Cute house in Grand Marais, walking distance to sights, dining, shopping and of course the Lake
Namaste Guest House – 2 bedroom cabin perched at the shore of Lake Superior. Great beach, pet friendly
Nordkapp – Tofte home with whirlpool tub and observation deck with wonderful Lake Superior views
Second Nature – Nice cabin 1/2 way up the Gunflint Trail on Clearwater Lake, enjoy a dip in the lake and then go to the sauna!
Call us today to make a reservation at one of these cabins at 1-800-950-4361.
Last night I was sitting on my couch watching tv at around 9:30pm and I could hear something outside our living room windows, which go floor to ceiling. I thought, who is out there trying to mess with my head? I watched the windows and could see something moving about and all the sudden a bear nose was bumping against my windows. Instant panic set in, what was this bear going to do? I am sure it was just looking for a snack to get ready for the big winter – but I was not a fan! I quickly ran to our sliding glass door and banged as loud as I could so it would go away. Unfortunately our backyard light doesn’t work so I couldn’t get a better look at it. It definitely got my attention. I will now be on bear alert all the time until winter comes. I love having wildlife in our yard, but bears are not one of the ones I like. I know people say most are harmless, but you just never know. I will keep my camera handy in case my not so little friend comes back! – Kris
