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Comfortable fall weather is ideal for exploring Minnesota's great outdoors!

Head outside for adventures amidst bluebird skies enhanced by colorful fall leaves. For inspiration, this edition of Minnesota Outdoors brings you tips for spectacular fall drives and hikes, fast fall fishing action, and birding hot spots to experience the breath-taking sights and sounds of the fall migration.

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? ? ? an image of stunning fall color at Chippewa National Forest [ [link removed] ] Stunning fall color at Chippewa National Forest

RAINBOW ROUTES: 10 FALL COLOR DRIVES IN MINNESOTA [ [link removed] ]

Hit the road for an unforgettable drive through a rainbow of colorful fall foliage in Minnesota this autumn. Check out our list of some well-known favorites, and some lesser-known gems where you don't have to share the view with a crowd. [ [link removed] ]

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6 SPOTS FOR WATCHING THE FALL BIRD MIGRATION [ [link removed] ]

Autumn offers some of Minnesota?s best bird watching, with mild temperatures, congregating flocks and vibrant forests enhancing bird hikes and road trips. [ [link removed] ]

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EXPLORE MINNESOTA?S SUPERIOR HIKING TRAIL [ [link removed] ]

The scenic 310+ mile Superior Hiking Trail is perfect for hikes of all lengths and adventures of all sizes. Vast expanses of vivid fall color make hiking the Superior Hiking Trail even more memorable this time of year. [ [link removed] ]

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FALL IS PRIME TIME FOR FISHING [ [link removed] ]

With cooler weather, more active fish and a beautiful backdrop of changing leaves, fall is one of the best times of year to fish in Minnesota. Here's a guide to fall fishing in Minnesota's major regions. [ [link removed] ]

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OUTDOOR EVENTS

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RIDE THE RIDGES [ [link removed] ]

Ride the Ridges is a premier bicycle tour through one of Minnesota?s most scenic areas filled with lush valleys, quiet streams, majestic bluffs, and the mighty Mississippi River. Choose from four routes. Well-stocked rest stops share local specialties including apples, lefse, and Bloedow?s donuts. Be sure to stop at the after-ride picnic for lunch, beverages, and music! [ [link removed] ]

*September 16, Winona*

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HAWK RIDGE WEEKEND
Sept. 15-17
Duluth [ [link removed] ]



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HEADWATERS 100 BIKE EVENT
Sept. 23
Park Rapids [ [link removed] ]



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ELY MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & NORTHERN LIGHTS 5K GLOW RUN
Sept. 23
Ely [ [link removed] ]



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MEDTRONIC TWIN CITIES MARATHON WEEKEND/HEALTH & FITNESS
EXPO
Sept. 29-Oct. 1
Minneapolis/St. Paul [ [link removed] ]



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ANNUAL FALL WILDLIFE FESTIVAL
Sept. 30
Zimmerman [ [link removed] ]



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TWIN CITIES
WALK FOR
WATER
Oct. 7
St. Paul [ [link removed] ]



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MANKATO RIVER RAMBLE AT LAND OF MEMORIES PARK
Oct. 8
Mankato [ [link removed] ]



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FILTHY 50 ? UNSUPPORTED GRAVEL BICYCLE EVENT
Oct. 14
Lanesboro [ [link removed] ]



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Photo of the Month

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This month's featured photo is by Jaclyn Erhardt

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