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The adage ?April Showers Bring May Flowers? bodes well for a spectacular display of wildflowers throughout Minnesota. Last weekend's fishing opener drew thousands of anglers to Minnesota waters; this tradition marks the unofficial start of summer for many. It's time to head out and enjoy the warm, sunny days.

On June 10, plan a trip to hike or bike amidst abundant wildflowers or find a new hot spot for fishing during "*Free Park Days* [ [link removed] ]" at Minnesota State Parks and Recreation Areas.

? ? ? Fishing at sunset on a Bemidji area lake / Brady Laudon & Visit Bemidji [ [link removed] ] Fishing at sunset on a Bemidji area lake / Brady Laudon & Visit Bemidji

FISHING FROM BORDER TO BORDER [ [link removed] ]

We live in the Land of 10,000 Lakes so there's no shortage of fishing options in nearly every corner of Minnesota. The following guide breaks down the very best in every region, along with many of the resorts, lodges and worthwhile stops along the way. [ [link removed] ]

? ? ? FROM OUR PARTNERS an ad to explore the Iron Range this summer [ [link removed] ] ? an ad to explore Grand Rapids this summer [ [link removed] ] ? ? ? an image of riders biking the Mesabi Trail [ [link removed] ] Bikers stop to take in the view of Redhead Mountain from the Mesabi Trail in Chisholm

GET PUMPED FOR BIKE MONTH WITH A MINNESOTA BIKE TRIP [ [link removed] ]

Established in 1956 by the League of American Bicyclists, Bike Month has a simple premise: ride a bike more often during May, and encourage your friends to do the same. [ [link removed] ]

? ? ? an ad to participate in the Minnesota Scoops Passport this summer [ [link removed] ] ? ? ? an image of birdfoot violets [ [link removed] ] Birdfoot violet wildflowers in Grey Cloud Dunes Scientific and Natural Area / Kelly Povo

WHERE TO SPOT THE STATE'S WILDFLOWERS AS THEY BLOOM [ [link removed] ]

Every spring we follow the blossoms and sprouts of Minnesota's native wildflowers south to north, east and west. Learn about a few of our favorite places to visit. [ [link removed] ]

? ? ? an image of a couple golfing at Superior National Golf Course [ [link removed] ] Enjoy spectacular scenery while golfing at Superior National Golf Course in Lutsen / Wander The Map

6 GOLF TRAILS WORTH EXPLORING [ [link removed] ]

With nearly 500 courses in Minnesota, it can be hard to know where to begin planning your next golf getaway. But you can hit several top-rated courses in just one trip by following a golf trail, which groups multiple courses together. [ [link removed] ]

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OUTDOOR EVENTS

Iron Range Earth Fest in Virginia, April 22 [ [link removed] ]

PRESTON TROUT DAYS [ [link removed] ]

Enjoy a fun-filled weekend in Preston during the annual Trout Days celebration. Try fishing the 9-hole Fishing Course, bring the family to the Kid's Fishing Contest, attend a free Orvis Fly Fishing 101 session, take part in a bean bag tournament and check out the Master Gardener's Plant Sale. Just some of the other highlights include a car show, flea market, city-wide garage sales, activities for children, live music and fireworks! [ [link removed] ]

*May 19-21, Preston*

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MORE FUN EVENTS



Le Grand du Nord Gravel Cycling Classic [ [link removed] ]

May 27, Grand Marais



Leech Lake Walleye Tournament [ [link removed] ]

June 2-3, Walker



Tour de Pepin [ [link removed] ]

June 3, Lake City



Caramel Roll Ride [ [link removed] ]

June 10, Albany/Collegeville



Boundary Waters Expo [ [link removed] ]

June 10-11, Grand Marais/Gunflint Trail



Trinona: The Battle for the Bluff [ [link removed] ]

June 11, Winona


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This month's star is Laura Kessler [ [link removed] ].?

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Upload your images here [ [link removed] ] Bird's-Foot Violet flowers / Kelly Povo ? ? ? ?

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