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Equal parts trail dirt and face serum. Welcome to Mindfully Minnesotan — where the hiking is real, the gear reviews are honest, and the hygge is non-negotiable.

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Aerial view of a pristine Northern Minnesota lake surrounded by pine trees in fall
Minnesota Life
Isle Royale campsite with Helinox chairs by a river with a moose wading in the background
Adventures & Hiking
BRT campsite with Nemo tent, Helinox chair, backpacks and fire ring in Northern Minnesota forest
Outdoor Gear
Woman in white robe applying facial serum with a dropper
Skincare
Shannon snowshoeing on a snowy Minnesota river surrounded by snow covered pine trees
Because in Minnesota, we don’t wait for spring. We just strap on snowshoes and go. ❄️
Shannon backpacking on a forest trail next to a stream on Isle Royale National Park
Somewhere on Isle Royale, keeping one eye on the trail and one eye out for moose. 🫎

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Think Julie from The Love Boat, but swap the Caribbean for the Superior Hiking Trail and trade the deck shoes for hiking boots. I’m Shannon — a Northern Minnesota woman who hikes, obsesses over skincare, and will give you her completely honest opinion whether you asked for it or not. I’m your girl. 🌲

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