Snowshoeing on Tischer Creek








All pictures by Steve

First we hiked on the creek from Superior Street down to the lake. The building you see is Glensheen Mansion - now owned by UMD (University of MN Duluth) - but previously the home of the Congdons. In fact....a scandalous murder happened here.... Also the film You'll Like My Mother was shot here. It's a beautiful mansion which I love to tour because I'm a geek like that. Anyway - this creek goes next to the Glensheen property so you get a unique perspective otherwise not available during the summer months. We went down to the lake (Superior, that is) and out a ways. I was a little gunshy though as the cracking noises are disconcerting.

Then we hiked upwards - it was gorgeous. We chould've been 75 miles up the north shore! And then! the pine forest!! Incredible. It was a beautiful hike and I hope to explore more of that forest in the summertime.

Blizzards are definitely good for something!!

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Sarita said…
As many times as I've been to Duluth, I've never been to Glensheen. My mom worked with Marjorie (Elizabeth's adopted daughter) for a time, here in the cities. I keep meaning to read the book.
8:34 AM
African Kelli said…
Wow, so pretty! Love it. I think I'd really enjoy snowshoeing.
12:47 PM
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