The People and Places of Minnesota's North Shore Area

[@katesterner]

I'm a Minnesotan, and very pleased that you had a wonderful experience in our state. Minnesota loves you back! You are always welcome ;-)

[@maryswanson9982]

I’ve lived in 6 different States but I will always be from Minnesota.

[@agateanne6384]

Hey Kate! See you in a couple weeks up in Lutsen! It's so much fun watching Carolyn in Minnesota! Holy cow she found secret spot #3 & 5 Mile Rock! Oh I wish Carolyn would have stopped here!

[@leggy1957]

Raspberry jelly or jam is is one of my two favorites. Where I live in Delaware they make beach plum jelly. I used to sell it in my store. I hid half the stock for me so I’d have enough and sold the rest. I had this nice old lady that it always made jams and jellies and so she started making them for my store. I fell in love with them she made raspberry Pepper to I miss those days, but I hope to be out on the road with you guys in the next year or two if you’re ever in Delaware hit me up. I have a long driveway not real long. I live in a cul-de-sac but it’s long enough to put your home in and hook up to the electric in the water have a couple days to hit the beach here even if I’m not home I don’t care. I just tell my neighbors so they can look out for you.

[@nfoss5656]

I enjoyed the history of the struggle for woman’s rights. It surprised me that it ended in the late 90s. Thanks for the video, Minnesota is beautiful. I have several friends that live in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@64maruca]

Loved this vlog with the waterfall, history of the women, and your stories! Thanks for taking us with you

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thanks for watching Mary! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@NinjaBooKitty]

When I got to West Michigan farmland in the late 90s, the first thing I noticed was how neat, clean and tidy every piece of land was. People really take pride in their homes and businesses. But they also made it crystal clear - "if you ain't Dutch, you ain't much". Meaning no long how you stay there or how involved you get in the community or how much you contribute, you will always be an outsider. They also really didn't appreciate progressive/liberal views and some are far less tolerant than others. Something to keep in mind when becoming enthralled with new places and people.

[@PrincessofErised]

Yup, I get it, small-town life.... they all grew up together, married each other, and don't trust outsiders because they love their towns and don't want them to change. Oddly, the "outsider" phenomenon is only if you stay and never leave. Live there for a while, leave for a while and then come back and it is old home week. You essentially made yourself a part of their past, which they revere. So when they see you again, they "remember you". lol I know it sounds nuts, but I have done it in real life (as an army brat) and it worked like a charm.

[@rodgercampbell5212]

How did Sadie pass away? And on the Video you never said what your income is from and how much.th ank. for the great video s and the information. Love you and stay Safe.From Nebraska C allie and Otis.

[@eclectictomboy6873]

Funny, my dad used to say that. He was Dutch. We lived in Minnesota.

[@jilllindberg2670]

Welcome to "The Land of 10,000 Lakes"!! I am a native Minnesotan, so glad you are enjoying our state. The only thing is the Temperature & Humidity have been way HOT this summer.

[@RVFreeDa]

Excellent information about the women! I was one of the first five women that worked at the Delco Battery facility in Anaheim CA. Around 1970 or so. Just five of us. One of the women they treated awful. Like what you said they went through. Stuff on her locker and nasty comments. I was threatened to be thrown in the coal bin if I said anything about not getting to work Saturdays for overtime. Only the men could. We all went through some very disgusting things working with the 1700 men that worked there. It’s a long story but let me tell you it was memorable experience. The movie Norma Ray reminded me of my time there.

[@carolynhoover9444]

Thank you. I remembered the events and how long it took but this was a step necessary to show women can work and should, if they desire . Young women take it for granted today. They don't realize a short 100 years ago, things were different . I was born 1949.

[@MyNest20]

Thanks for loving my MN home ❤️ When I’m on ‘the North Shore’ as we call the area you are exploring, I often sleep at trailheads. The Superior Hiking Trail has many that are legal for overnight ‘parking’.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

yeah, I think I checked those out. I almost stayed at one, then chickened out LOL

[@unclemo5536]

👍 "Mom bought ya a swimming pool" lol what a lucky pup! She has so many swimming pools in many different states :) Great getting a tour around town, along with all the history. The interaction you had with the kiddo probably made his day. The "Be Kind" sign was AWESOME! Safe & Happy Travels

[@kathyadam9932]

Hi uncle Mo. love your comment. Hope your well. Gotta love our Carolyn. She sure does a great job with the entire format of her show. Love the history the fun drives local history of towns And of course Sadie. Hugs.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thanks Mo!

[@limitedtime5471]

What brave hard working women! Thanks for sharing their story, wish they had gotten what they asked for in the end

[@stevennelson9504]

I'm glad you enjoyed Northern Minnesota. I live in N. MN and want you to know you are welcome anytime. You may not like it so much in January, but you would be welcome.

[@l82theparty4]

It’s not so easy to love MN January-March! 🥶🥶❄️❄️❄️

[@genekied]

On my 2019 fall trip through Northern Minnesota I visited most of those sites too, really loved the Grand Portage State Park and the history and then the drive along the coast to Duluth is so awesome. I will go back soon.

[@CampMymy]

That was a loon my friend! The MN State bird :)

[@rmadrid6119]

Loved Nomadland!!!! That’s when me and hubby started to follow you. We are thinking of doing the same with our two dogs… Thank you for the entertainment!!!!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Glad you are enjoying traveling with me! Thanks for watching!

[@larajackson7506]

You're not the only one Carolyn, I thought that as you were telling the story, but never would suspect you of any evils or dangers, I was just thinking of how friendly and close that boy was to you and luckily you're a good stranger, my brother and I had to run from male stranger trying to pick us up when we were 6 and 7, but because we were told not to talk to strangers ect.... I grabbed my little brothers hand and ran as fast as we could go, then because I showed him that before we moved to another location, he was by himself walking and some man tried to get him into his vehicle and so he ran again as fast as he could into our home, he thanked me a few years back for saving his life, twice! So I worry also about all young and friendly children, so I feel the same way you do and I'm always praying for all babies and children! Thank you for sharing! Be safe and we'll! Much love to you and Sadie! See you next time!😃❤👍

[@securwoman]

Great video Carolyn! I'm enjoying seeing your adventures in my home state!

[@paulchretien6931]

I just discovered your vlogs yesterday and have been back tracking them. I'm not one to comment but I have to on your vlogs. The pure honesty of your thoughts and your description of the moments your living is just about the most real deal I've ever seen watching KZbin channels. My respect for a person doing vlogs has finally climbed to the top rung of a ladder. Ok my fan boy rant is over.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Paul I really appreciate that. And welcome ☺

[@theresaroy2570]

Thank you Lady’s!! Thanks for the history lesson!

[@carolynhoover9444]

I was born 1949. I lived that time. Thank you for relating the true story of the women who worked hard . Their stories ended sadly for them but opened the continuing battle to choose were they want to work without harassment. Sadly, there are those who believe a woman's place is home popping babies out and having dinner ready. Hogwash!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

You're welcome Carolyn and thanks for watching!

[@shorts.....g.hisglotheprot9489]

Hi it's me again Gloria , Minnesota is so so beautiful on my bucket list .😀😀😎😎.

[@AngelBaby11117]

You are so funny, Carolyn! My grandmother was one of the first WACs in the Army but she never talked about it. I wish my family had been more sharing with their life experiences.

[@terrynewell8968]

I love Minnesota, but I don't get there very often. I've noticed that every time I've been close to Superior there's alot of flies!

[@gordonneate1297]

It’s fun to follow with you on your travels and hear your perspectives on solo traveling.

[@terrybrowning3542]

Thank you Carolyn for this video. My Grandpa worked on the Iron Range Railroad in the early 1910's.

[@searlepage4655]

Love this episode. This is Katrina on my husband's tablet he prefers my iPad. Love the history bits you do on all areas. Cute kid.

[@barbarajeanne8351]

I really enjoyed this video. I like how you talk about the things I like to learn about

[@deaconessfaithcommunitynur4745]

Love you telling about the history

[@carolynhoover9444]

I visited MN years ago. Beautiful state. Hi Sadie. Hi 👋 Carolyn! Like the videos.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

👋 Hi Carolyn! Thanks for watching!

[@melo3555]

Great trip Carolyn, thanks for sharing! The kid is right, you would make a great mom💕

[@gh3ninja9]

MN is gorgeousss! Google Virginia Brewery in MN. There's a wikipedia page on it. So cool!!! Hi Sadie!

[@brainmaker4495]

Glad you loved this awesome area. Probably easy for you to understand why I left the west coast finally, and came to Duluth. I could not be happier to be in a viable community. I’ll get back to you around January, haha! - Suzanna

[@ronnyfoulk1858]

You certainly help to make my day!!!

[@leggy1957]

The way Sadie looked up at you when you said dinner was ready I was rolling😂😂😂

[@scottemmer3301]

As a lifelong Wisconsinite, I have always appreciated our next door neighbor Minnesota. Good people in a beautiful place.

[@shorts.....g.hisglotheprot9489]

Hi it is Gloria I mention I have family in Minnesota my Dad grew up there so he loved Wild Rice so we grew up on it.

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

Really neat place to explore

[@lynns6641]

THE BEST bread ever! Love Kunnaris and am there every other week buying eggs and bread AND lunch! Ha! Saw your Bemidji/Warroad video and you were only a couple hours away from where I live in Hibbing! Now you’re in Virginia? 30 minutes the other way from me! Had I known? Enjoy northern Mn and the North Shore too!

[@patriciamiller8342]

I was going to her to go to Hobbing. And Sun bakery

[@karenroe6270]

Omgoodness I'm from Hibbing. Still have family there.💖🌟

[@Frankwrite]

Carolyn, don't forget about the local public library to find out about local landmarks such as that remarkable building in Virginia, MN. As a retired librarian, I can guarantee that any librarian would love to help you research local architecture and history in any town.

[@SinMore]

great video. I rewound the video 3 times @39:36 to watch Sadie jump at that butterfly...LOL!! so funny. I love dog leaps!!

[@unclemo5536]

Sadie always seems to be having a blast at the spots they camp at. Her leaping through overgrown fields always cracks me up. She is one happy pup!

[@janegardner3501]

Love watching your utubes. If you are ever coming through Columbus Ohio, let me know! I would love to meet you and your dog! You are living a life that I wanted to do, but not in my future!

[@theresaroy2570]

Thanks!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you so much Theresa!!!

[@Frankwrite]

That roadside conglomeration at minute 32 in the video is a work in progress by a local state senator who is building it to relieve stress and get some exercise. I came across it and researched it in September 2020. And you're right about no place to boondock on the north shore of Superior, although the Grand Portage Marina and RV Campground at the Grand Portage Casino was reasonable. And its campsites are on a hillside overlooking the lake.

[@eyeswideopen1158]

Hello Carolyn. Your videos are awesome! I have learned so much, thank you.

[@linsweet2257]

l enjoyed your video adventure. Stay healthy

[@ang3lbass]

Loved that there was an equal sign in that road side Be Kind folk art. Also loved seeing so much of Sadie. My 11yo BElla looked a lot like her and she crossed the rainbow bridge Saturday night. Sadie makes me smile and think of BElla instead of crying. 🥰

[@dar5108]

Hello Angel. I hope my dog Hallie is having a great time with your BElla. Peace and comfort. Happy memories.

[@Katiedid1975]

I second all the other good comments here. Especially, Uncle Mo. I'm too tired tonight to have an original thought of my own. Thank you for this video. Oh and Sadie has some great footage on this one.

[@patriciamiller8342]

Im from and I live in Minnesota

[@JennyLeiviska]

That is a Loon not a duck. You are in my home stomping grounds in this video. I was born in Aurora which is about 30 miles from Virginia. Ely is another little city what you might like to visit when you go back to Minnesota

[@mavis959]

FYI, some cities/towns have PostNet stores, they're pack & ship + printing retailers. So, if you're in pinch to receive your mail they accept USPS, FedEx & UPS. You don't have to be a box holder just let them know your stuff is coming & they'll hold it for you. There may be a nominal fee but they're generally pretty accommodating folks.

[@kimjhpl1524]

I miss Minnesota! Uffdah

[@anneswanson9390]

Wish you could've spent more time between Grand Marais and Grand Portage. Just stunning hikes and vistas. Look forward to your footage from the Twin Cities. Hope you enjoyed your stay in Minnesota!

[@legalpuppy8602]

Just a great vid.

[@brendapeplow5365]

I think you have a thing about the old buildings And why not, they are great. So sad that when we talk to a child on their own we have to be on our guard because others may think that we are up to no good It really is a sad world. I could feel that you were feeling on guard . love the bean salad Yum yum👍😊 I have noticed that dogs are not to keen on the processed dried food ,they look at you as if to say have I really got to eat this. Or is it just me

[@Ninetysixgal]

What a great video. Sweet kiddo lol! Beautiful waterfall discovery. Unbelievable those beautiful women had to suffer that long. And it ended in the 90's. Wow! That art wall was cool and then the message of Be Kind lol! Love seeing you chilling with Sadie loving life. How neat it must feel to run into a viewer that admires and loves y'all. Hey Susan lol!! I would be tickled!! Safe travels 💛🌞🌻

[@stephaniedavis7033]

the border city of grand marcis is directly across the lake from my town, in upper MI - such an amazing place and fresh water lake! blessings n safe travels always!

[@misadventureswiththemartys312]

Our boon docking property is like half an hour from there.

[@rmadrid6119]

Love you guys!!!

[@srameypr]

The architecture on that building IS unique!

[@kathyadam9932]

Just wait on buying. Prices will come down. This is a sellers market. More buyers than Sellers equal higher prices. Interest rates are great but you have to consider all the factors. I’m here for you with any questions. Anytime Carolyn. I mean that and I’m not looking to make money. Loved the little guy with his grandparents. Too funny. And loved the white walls on the train. Time to rest be safe and hugs to you both

[@ruthsantiago1745]

The town looked relaxing and peaceful

[@SabrinaDawn444]

Thank you for sharing information like this(the women stories). Sadly, it still happens in more hidden ways! But the more it gets talked about, hopefully, the more change that will happen. Great sign half way through!!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thanks Sabrina!

[@patriciamiller8342]

The Queen City if Minnesota

[@judytruhler1302]

I lived in Virginia when I was a child. Loved living there ❤️

[@wendybloom4096]

I enjoy seeing the towns Up North in my state that I’ve never been to yet. Thx!

[@marlysthoreen4363]

I grew up in Minnesota but couldn’t stand the climate, so I moved away as an adult, but Minnesota will always be my “home state.”

[@GracieandJacqsAdventures]

Really enjoyed this video... So many awesome stories in this one!!!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you Gracie! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joaniecaroon9469]

I grew up in Hibbing, down the road from Virginia. Both are ssurrounded by one od the largest fens in the US.

[@theresagreene7234]

I just read about Minnesota 's wild rice fields and just learned what a fen is from the Nature Conservancy magazine !

[@karenroe6270]

Well you found the place I was born. Also my nephew works as a dock boy on lake vermillion. My sister in law worked over 30+ years in the Virginia hospital. Drove from Hibbing to Virginia every day whatever weather. It is beautiful country 🤗 have a blessed week 💖🌟

[@Carol-qi6me]

Wow! Love the history Carolyn 💕

[@FidoHouse]

That North Country story: wow! My heart goes out to those women... so glad you shared their story. Yet to watch the movie. May have to take it in portions.

[@peetv531]

Wild rice, clam chowder, chicken, vegetables and season to liking is a great soup

[@talea5604]

I’m surprised you visited Mpls! I grew up near the Mary Tyler Moore house. I also went to the George Floyd protest the day after he was killed. I’m looking forward to seeing that video!

[@Carol-qi6me]

Yeah Nancy 🥰

[@billiardsgirl1962]

Love the videos and the history of towns you share.

[@Carol-qi6me]

So glad you asked “Karen” to relax 🤣😉

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Right?!

[@luckymrsmurray5219]

Carolyn!!! We were just up there in late July...stayed in Lutsen but traveled up and down the North Shore 😍 Have you ever been to Maine? I think you should go to Mount Desert Island ❤❤❤

[@lolasaxby1399]

I love watching your videos! Thanks for sharing!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@angelahammerstrom3668]

They place you stayed called Taconite Harbor, there used to be a small town there. Taconite was shipped out of there and came down from the iron range by train. There was numerous houses there. They sold for $1.00 each but you had to move it. It's a ghost town now.😉

[@russellhancock9765]

Beautiful Waterfall.

[@marianns.5393]

Thanks Carolyn, I enjoyed the video of the Arrowhead of Minnesota. I’m native from north central Wisconsin. Our Dad so loved the north woods, he took us camping as a family throughout northern Wis and well up into the Arrowhead country of MN….and circled Lake Superior. Loved Gran Marais, MN. We were there when they still had the logs floats moored there before they floated them down the rivers to the paper plants in Wisconsin. I harvested a short piece of Diamond Willow for a walking stick and still use it some 50 years later on trails throughout TX and NM. Take care and happy trails, give Sadie at least a pat from me. ( I have 3 shelter rescues, 2 cattle dogs and one (too smart) Aussie.) Love your videos, and try to not miss any. Mariann S. ( central TX)

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thanks for watching Mariann and Sadie says HI!🐶

[@johndisher8763]

Love listening to your adventures and watching the sites. Stay safe take care

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@autumnskyes5633]

This is so exciting to see you up here in my neck of the woods! I currently live in Superior Wisconsin but I'm from Duluth. If you haven't gone already gone there's a Whole Foods Co-Op on 4th Street in Duluth. I won't lie. Neighbor is sort of shady but the selection is what you're looking for.

[@BubbaWarbucks]

I bet the water in that waterfall pool was cold!! Yet another excellent adventure. I once had business in the Bloomington area and was there for 5 days. Everywhere I went I met super friendly and welcoming folks. It was as if there were no such thing as strangers there. My particular bonus was that I got to see 3 Twins baseball games at the old Metrodome.

[@MGMissy]

Wow! The story about the struggles of the female mine workers -- thanks for sharing that! Now I need to go and look for photos of Taconite Harbor

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thanks for watching!

[@Starrmiller]

Hi Carolyn! Been to Minnesota myself and It truely is beautiful! You provided some interesting content but to elaborate would make a very long comment lol. I'll just say I enjoy watching Sadie!

[@jcboom6894]

Thanks. I watched "North Country" last night and recognized highways and buildings from Virginia. I had to have a pelvic exam before I started working for SW Bell in 1962. There were definitely men's jobs, women's jobs and Black jobs.When I went to pharmacy school most of the male professors thought we were taking jobs from men. There were 40 male professors and 3 female. I was never treated as awful as those women at that mine. I cried in the movie

[@stevennelson9504]

Just FYI. That little town of Tower recorded a record low temperature on February 2, 1996 of -60F.

[@janm5149]

I think this is your building Google Virginia Brewery in Virginia, MN

[@fondaproctor9034]

LOL!!! Back to the future!!! 💜💜💜

[@jhemnes1]

The movie NORTH COUNTRY starring Charlize Theron was awesome. I love old buildings as well Carolyn. I used to want to live in one and renovate it

[@susananderson8995]

I’m happy you are enjoying our state. I think it gets overlooked as a destination outside the Midwest. There is so much beauty and things to do all year round. Also, I’m a huge state park supporter and user. My family and I visited every state park and earned a plaque from the parks’s passport program. Next visit, I highly recommend you purchase the annual pass. There are over 70 state parks in the state and I think you would enjoy visiting more of them even for the day. Although the parks on the north shore are amazing, we have many around the state that are fantastic (Maplewood in NW, Blue Mounds in SW, Whitewater in SE). September and October are great months to visit. Less bugs and cooler temps. Actually, I prefer our parks more Sept-May then in the summer! Looking forward to the next video. I live in S Minneapolis.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Glad you enjoyed it Susan! Thanks for watching and happy travels to you!

[@PhilsStepvan]

Next time you in that area, you should go into Ely, MN north of Tower.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

I did. Just didn't film

[@jericheatum9474]

This was great!

[@kitaoden703]

Waterfall's ❤️

[@thizizliz]

Good stuff Carolyn. History, geography, civil rights & stunning beauty! Another good one. So sorry about your fall. That was a bummer. Happy travels. On your way south Mille Lacs is worth a view. Oh dang, I kerp forgetting that we sre time traveling! LOL! Oh well.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thanks Liz!

[@Beezer.D.B.]

You’d make a good History teacher too! You’ll need to spend a bit of the winter there (or any of the northern states) before deciding how much you love them, lol! 🥶☃️❄️

[@cjthomas8897]

So glad you like our state. If you travel back towards S.D. the Pipestone National Monument might be of interest to you. Pipestone is a small town of about 5000 people. Lots of history here. Safe travel to you.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Lots of history! I'm really enjoyed the stay CJ. Thanks for watching!

[@patriciamiller8342]

My family is from the Iron Range

[@charlottewilson4680]

Carolyn, You can buy a small plot of land I'm MN and go there during the summer and then a plot in New Mexico for the Winter.

[@jenniferzuaro7647]

Great idea both states are wonderful and that's a great plant.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

🤔 Charlotte that might be something to think about one day...

[@lcostantino7931]

Go back in winter n then say how much u love area....