New Lake One Campsites, Sept 2014

The USFS just announced two new campsites have been developed on Lake One; SW corner of section 15 and north central area of section 22. See fisher map #F31 cutout below.

September into October is a great time to visit and travel the Boundary Waters. there a fewer people, Few if any bugs and the fishing is good. start your mornings off in your jacket and be in shirt sleeves by afternoon. We are also coming up to the most colorful time in northern Minnesota with maples, oak, birch and ash trees changing colors.

Spirit of the Wilderness Outfitters and Outdoor Store will be open until mid-October. Our hours will change as the day's sunlight shortens. Checkout our great end-of-the-season sales on Columbia sportswear and footwear, TEVA sandals,  BWCA sweatshirts and T-shirts and more.

Used canoes & gear
End of the season is a great time for picking up some used gear. We offer quality gear that is not junk; Granite Gear packs, Alps and Kelty tents, life jackets, wood bentshaft paddles, kevlar canoes, SUP boards, Canaks and more.  Call for pricing and availability.

Spirit of the Wilderness Outfitters and Outdoor Store. 2030 E. Sheridan Street Ely MN

Phone:218-365-3149 or 800-950-2709.
Email: info@elycanoetrips.com
www.elycanoetrips.com.\
www.BWCAshop.com

It's blueberry time in the northwoods

We spotted nice size blueberries this week that were ready for picking. Just in time for Ely's Blueberry Festival next weekend; July 26-28.  Are you coming to Ely for the Festival in Whiteside Park?  Plan to spend some extra time exploring all the craft-filled tents, great food and of course indulge in a piece of blueberry pie.

Wild blueberries

But don't stop there! Come over to Spirit of the Wilderness Outfitters and Outdoor Store for great sales on Columbia sportswear and footwear, TEVA sandels, camping gear, water tubes and more.We are open 6 am - 9 pm daily. Located at 2030 E. Sheridan St, Ely MN.  Check us out at www.elycanoetrips.com

Annual concert on the deck
Mark your calendars for August 3. We will have our annual concert on the deck. This year "BLT" will be providing music from 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm.  Bring your lawn chair for a evening of fine music. Rain or shine


"BLT" is a folk trio made up of Twin Cities musicians Karl Burke, Rich Lindell and Roady Tate. The group performs contemporary and traditional folks songs along with Celtic, oldies ad pop tunes.  The unique blend of voices, guitars and musical styles will keep you coming back again and again.

See you in Ely soon for canoeing, special sales, the Blueberry Festival, concert on our deck or perhaps all of it.