Outdoors

Splash pads and wading pools are closed until further notice, per Governor Tim Walz's executive order. But, what about beaches and lakes?

If you're looking for a little getaway without traveling too far from home, check out some of these central Minnesota campgrounds near St. Cloud.

This Dad is the Mr. Rogers of practical advice through videos.

Who knew that mowing your lawn could be so much fun.

I've got the basic idea...but I need a little help from my friends.

Nothing tastes better than grill in a bowl.

The weekend weather forecast is looking B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L! It's the perfect weekend to have a fire in your backyard.

How many good people become jerks when they get behind the wheel?

The black flies, or gnats, are absolutely terrible this spring in Minnesota.

The Long Drive-In located in Long Prairie, Minnesota has temporarily removed some items from their snack bar menu to help control foot traffic during COVID-19.

If you're stuck in your home or office try to think of it as a virtual escape from reality for a few minutes.

PLANTING ON A BUDGET
I bought my house here in St. Cloud a couple of years ago, and the yard was pretty much flower and plant-less.  Which is a good thing. It means I can imagine and make my yard anything that I want it to be.
This is a picture of my house when I bought it...