Gandy Dancer Trail – Minnesota
This 31-mile trail, on abandoned railroad grade, starts at Danbury Wisconsin, travels north through Minnesota, and continues back into Wisconsin. The entire length of the trail in open for ATVs and OHMs. Off-Road Vehicles (ORVs), trucks, and ATVs over 900 pounds are only allowed on the section of the Gandy Dancer between the East Arm Road in the St. Croix State Forest, northward to the Harlis Forest Road in the Nemadji State Forest. This trail is easy riding and provides a connection between the ATV/OHM trail system in the St. Croix and the Nemadji State Forests. These connecting systems wind through the woods, providing an excellent extension to the Gandy Dancer Trail.
Load your off road vehicle onto a trailer and haul it to Gandy Dancer Trail. When your done protect your vehicle with a tyvek car cover from the elements.
St. Croix State Forest Trails – Minnesota
The St. Croix State Forest boasts 45 miles of more difficult trails for ATV’s and off-highway motorcycles. The forest is located along the Minnesota-Wisconsin border, near the St. Croix River. Facilities include the Boulder Campground and Day-use Area, located on Rock Lake and the Tamarack Horse Camp which is designed for horse campers and day-use riders. The Willard Munger State Trail is connected by forest trails to Gandy Dancer and St. Croix ATV / OHM Trails.
Take your all terrain cover off that ATV and trailer it to the St. Croix State Forests for a great scenic trail ride.
Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail
The trail has been developed for bicycling, hiking, in-line skating, horseback riding, skiing, and snowmobiling. However, snowmobiles with studded tracks are prohibited. The Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail provides a paved treadway. A second treadway for horseback riding is completed from Lime Valley Road to Eagle Lake. A second horseback segment travels from Sakatah Lake State Park to Morristown.
Sakatah Lake State Park is along the trail and provides a separate bicycling campground, picnic grounds, boat access, and additional hiking trails. There are several other lakes and public parks within an easy ride of the trail. Trailer your PWC and camp along the Sakatah trail, ride bicycles, hike and the take a ride on one of the lakes. Be sure to put the wave gear pwc cover on when finished to protect your machine from the elements.
Minnesota River Trail
The Minnesota River flows 332 miles from Big Stone Lake in Ortonville to its confluence with the Mississippi River near Fort Snelling in St. Paul. The valley in which the river flows through was carved into the landscape by the glacial River Warren between 11,700 and 9,400 years ago. As a result, paddlers will see a diversity of terrain along from steep granite bluffs to marshy lowlands. The Minnesota River is a gentle, placid river with portions of it designated as a Wild and Scenic River.
Personal watercraft are considered motorboats under the law so they must follow all the regulations that govern other motorboats. They may be used on the Minnesota River, so take the personal watercraft cover off your machine and follow this beautiful scenic river.
Des Moines River Trail
The Des Moines River has few rapids, and none are more difficult than Class I. Several dams must be portaged. Downed trees and logjams can present a hazard occasionally. The width is between 50-200 feet and flows through a flat iron shaped plateau, called the “Coteau de Prairies” by early French explorers.
Stream flow usually peaks in early to mid-April. Heavy rains can cause the river to flood. Because there are few rapids to cause canoeists problems in low water, the level is usually sufficient for canoeing. A personal watercraft may be used, the problem would be the areas needing portaging, so leave the pwc cover on and use a canoe.
Zumbro River
The Zumbro River flows through the southeastern part of Minnesota and encounters a diverse array of natural communities. The river has few rapids but paddling skills are needed in order to maneuver with the current and to avoid snags.
Canoeists expecting to drift down the Zumbro may be taken by surprise. At even moderate levels the river has a lively current and travelers must keep a lookout to avoid the many snags they’re liable to encounter.
A personal watercraft is not recommended for this river due to the many snags. So keep your Sea Doo cover on for a trip to a local lake.
Cannon River State Water Trail
Bounded by rolling hills, bluffs, farmland and woods in its upper reaches, the Cannon enters a broad gorge below Cannon Falls. Gentle stretches of water flanked by glacial rocks and high bluffs present a variety of wildlife and sightseeing opportunities.
The Cannon River has few rapids; none are difficult (Class I). The Cannon is designated as a wild and scenic river. Excellent for taking a wave runner on, just take the watercraft cover off and enjoy a nice scenic trip through mother nature.
Blue Earth River State Water Trail
Blue Earth County has the most river miles of any county in the state. The water of the Blue Earth River exhibits great diversity, especially between the Rapidan Dam and the mouth of the river where swift rapids (riffles to Class I) are quickly followed by quiet pools. These quick changes make for fantastic canoeing and kayaking. The Blue Earth River flows through beautiful landscapes of high, wooded bluffs and rocky outcrops. In some places, the glacial drift is eroded all the way down to sedimentary bedrock. The high river flows of spring coincide with flowering springtime flora on the riverbanks, making the Blue Earth a scenic paddling adventure.
The Blue Earth River runs north through Faribault and Blue Earth counties before the confluence with the Minnesota River near Mankato. It is mainly used with canoes and kayaks. If you take a personal watercraft be careful to learn all you can about the danger areas. When your done put a jet ski cover on to protect your machine.
Root River
The Root River maintains timelessness as it represents the fine scenic and historic qualities which is characteristic of southeastern Minnesota. The Root River has gentle to moderate flow with a few riffles. The water level varies substantially with rainfall. The river offers wonderful opportunities for family day trips, and towns along the river offer historical sights, services, and hospitality.
Many people take a lazy ride on the river in canoes, rafts and personal watercraft. Maintain part of your watercraft accessories with a cover to protect it from the harsh elements.
Lawn Tractor Season
With the unusually short winter season in the upper Midwest, get ready for a longer then usual grass cutting season. By May 1st a lot of lawns have been cut more than once. Most family lawns will be cut weekly until the fall season begins.
Take good care of your riding tractor and it will take care of you. When you put it away after cutting, clean the excess grass off all areas of the tractor. Then place a lawn tractor cover on to protect it from the bumps and scratches it will encounter while stored the garage.
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