Every aisle was another adventure. It was almost like a store of souvenirs that were once for sale at another souvenir shop that went out of business.
Treasure City in Royalton, MN is the Most Interesting Rest Stop on Hwy 10
My Midwest Kitchen: Homemade Pizza Rolls
One of my favorite junk food snacks is Totino's Pizza Rolls, and I wanted to try my hand at making them at home.
A Walk Around Maple Island Park in Little Falls
It was a picture perfect summer day and there were a handful of other people in the park that exchanged smiles and modest waves as we passed on the path.
Water Towers are the Best Part of Any Small Town
Water towers are a staple in a small town skyline. They're often the thing noticed before you can even spot the town.
My Midwest Kitchen: Busch Light Apple Pie
My first thought when this beer hit my taste buds was, "I need to make this into a pie". Not a normal thought process to have, but that's how my brain works.
An Open Letter to the Hwy 10 Stoplight in Royalton
We are just barely into summer and we have already seen a lot of each other. Lots of trips to the lake during an event-less summer have had us crossing paths more than usual.
Why Do Midwesterners Love Storm Watching So Much?
The second an abnormally dark cloud rolls into our viewing area we are standing under an open garage door with necks craned to the sky.
The 10 Commandments of Floating on a Minnesota Lake
There is no better way to spend a hot Saturday afternoon than floating on a sunshine drenched lake in Minnesota.
This 4th of July Parade is Swanville Minnesota’s Best Kept Secret
Every year on the 4th of July, this little community is THE place to be for the most unique parade around.
An 1800’s Ghost Town Sits in the Heart of Crow Wing State Park
The area boasts a rich history of battling Native American tribes, religious missions, fur traders, oxcart trains, and even a population of 600 at its height.
The Small Town Tourist 