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Active Adventures: HART of Duluth Walking Tour

The Duluth Expereince Now Offers a Tour of Downtown Duluth's HART District

June 23, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Experience is inviting you to step into the vibrant downtown craft scene, meet local roasters, artisans, restauranteurs and brewers looking to revitalize the HART District. The walking tour offers behind-the-scenes historical facts and future plans for the Historic Arts & Theater District. Meteorologist William Seay followed along on a tour for this week’s Active Adventures with Kyle…

Running Tips from Austin-Jarrow

Active Adventures: Training Tips

June 16, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon is just one day away and it’s inspiring some folks to get off the couch and try running. For this week’s Active Adventures we visited Austin-Jarrow to get some running tips for beginners. Jarrow Wahman, co-owner of Austin-Jarrow, says the most important piece of equipment is shoes. There are several types of shoes and many…

Conquering the Ropes Course at YMCA Camp Miller

Active Adventures: Camp Miller

June 9, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – With school out for Summer kids from around the country are looking for ways to stay busy. YMCA Camp Miller has been providing activities for decades. The camp is one of the oldest YMCA camps in the nation. For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21 tackled the ropes course. Camp Miller is located at 89382 E Frontage Rd, Sturgeon…

Aerial Fitness Now Available in Duluth

Active Adventures: Aerial at Ignite Studio

June 2, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Active Adventures FOX 21 visited Ignite Studio in downtown Duluth. The studio recently moved and introduced more classes. One of those classes is Aerial. There are “Be Fly” classes for all levels of aerial. The studio also offers zumba, fuse, buti yoga, stretch, p90x and stretch. Ignite Studio is located at 207 W Superior St….

Workout Group Provides Fitness & Support for Northland Mothers

Active Adventures: Stroller Strides

May 26, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Moms around the country are encouraging each other to be healthy through a group fitness program. Fit4Mom is a nationwide program with a branch here in the Twin Ports. The goal is to support moms through every step of motherhood. The company offers several classes: Stroller Strides Stroller Barre Body Back Fit4Baby Running Club For this week’s…

Superior Gym Focuses on Functional Movement Systems

Active Adventures: Kickboxing

May 19, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – For this week’s Active Adventures the FOX 21 morning crew traveled to Superior. Meteorologist William Seay tried out kickboxing with The Strength Factory. The Strength Factory is located at 1423 N. 8th St. #109, Superior, WI. New members get their first week free and an introductory month for $45 for unlimited classes. For more information give them…

Water Aerobics with the Duluth YMCA

Active Adventures: Workout in the Water

May 12, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth YMCA offers many options for getting active and one gets you in the pool. Water aerobics is a low impact, therapeutic, aerobic, and strength conditioning class. The class is open to all ages. For more information on the class and all the Duluth YMCA has to offer, call (218) 722-4745 or head to duluthymca.org. The…

Local Doctor Promotes Well-being through Physical Therapy

Active Adventures: In Motion Therapy

April 28, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Spring is upon us and Summer is a few months away, so many Northlanders will be getting off the couch to get outdoors. However, some previous surgeries or injuries may slow down one’s movement while outside. Annita Winkels, DPT, is the founder of In Motion Therapy. She says In Motion Therapy’s mission is “to restore physical well-being…

Active Adventures: Putting Lessons with Duluth Golf

Meteorologist William Seay Puts His Putting Skills to the Test

April 21, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Meteorologist William Seay put his putting skills to the test in this week’s Active Adventures! With warmer weather moving into the Northland, many courses around the Northland are now preparing for a busy summer season. General Manager of Duluth Golf, Mike Bender, gives William a few tips on his putting techniques. Duluth Golf is located at 1801…

Tackling the Jungle Gym at Green Light Fitness

Active Adventures: Gym Offers Kettlebells, Spin Classes and Jungle Gym

April 14, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Spring is here and many Northlanders will be working to get ready for bikini season. At Green Light Fitness in Superior, Paul and Amanda Rockwood are helping those folks get in shape. The fitness center offers kettlebell workouts, spin classes, and Jungle Gym XT training. Amanda also coaches a Booty Camp. For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX…

Unique Machines Work Core Muscles

Active Adventures: Xcel Xercise

April 7, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Active Adventures, core muscles were the focus of the workout. Xcel Xercise offers the opportunity to use machines not found at any other gym in Duluth. Karen Anderson showed FOX 21’s William Seay the ropes. Xcel Xercise is located at 5324 E Superior St, Duluth, MN 55804. They can be reached at (218) 525-4808. For more information,…

Boxing Basics with Lorenzi’s

Active Adventures: Boxing

March 31, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

PROCTOR, Minn. – For this week’s Active Adventures FOX 21’s William Seay traveled to Proctor to get in the ring at Lorenzi’s Boxing. The owner, Joe Lorenzi, has been boxing for 20 years. Lorenzi opened the gym nine years ago and has been at the Proctor location for two and a half years. For the workout, Coach Joe had William…

Tuning Bicycles for Spring Season

Active Adventures: Bicycling

March 24, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Spring is here and many folks are getting their bicycles ready for the riding season. Over at Twin Ports Cyclery, Owner Denis Sauve helped FOX 21’s William Seay pick out the right fit. Sauve says the main thing people should check when tuning up their bikes for the season is the chain. He says Twin Ports Cyclery…

Duluth YMCA Adds Lumberjack Tradition to Aquatic Activities

Active Adventures: Log Rolling

March 17, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – A lumberjack sport is now offered at the Duluth YMCA. For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s William Seay tried out Log Rolling. Log rolling is available for people of all ages. According to aquatic instructors, not only does the sport preserve the rich history of lumberjack sports in North America, but it’s fun and good for…

Active Adventures: Hockey with The Minnesota Wilderness

William Seay Laces Up the Skates for a Go-Around with The Minnesota Wilderness

March 10, 2017

Brett Scott,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Ahead of Friday’s big game against the Aberdeen Wings, Meteorologist William Seay laced up his skates for the first time in a few months to practice with the Minnesota Wilderness. The team was gracious enough to show William a few tips and tricks on the ice, and he was more than thrilled to practice with the team….

The Duluth Experience Promotes New Tour, Duluth in Europe

Active Adventures: Promoting Duluth to European Mountain Bike Enthusiasts

March 3, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Dave Grandmaison, Co-Founder and CEO of The Duluth Experience, has such a passion for the outdoors he started a company promoting them. Now, he’s traveling internationally to tell Europeans about the City of Duluth and all it has to offer. Twice, in 2015 and 2017, Grandmaison made appearances at conventions to promote mountain biking and the beautiful…

Balancing at the Barre

Active Adventures: Barre

February 24, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

Superior, Wis. – A new workout is gaining popularity throughout the country. Barre is a combination of ballet and pilates. A company in the Twin Ports is helping bring the workout to the Northland. Personal Best Pilates offers a barre class at their Superior location. For more information on this company and to view the schedule, head to personalbestpower.com. Categories: Active…

Damage Days Hosts Snowboarders at Spirit Mountain

Party in the Pipe & After Hours Rope Tow

February 17, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Damage Days is taking place at Spirit Mountain once again. The annual snowboarding event is being held this weekend. Tonight, February 17th they’re holding the Party in the Pipe from 6-8 p.m. On Saturday, February 18th Damage Days is featuring an after hours rope tow session from 9:30 p.m. – midnight. Additionally, their will be product giveaways,…

Active Adventures: Winter Bike to Work Day

Dozens of Duluthians Rode Their Bikes to Work Friday, Celebrating Winter Bike to Work Day

February 10, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday morning, more than 30 Northlanders grabbed their bikes and headed to the Duluth Rose Garden to celebrate International Winter Bike to Work Day. The day is observed across the globe and aims to normalize winter biking. Cyclists gathered at the Rose Garden around 7:30, and rode via Superior Street to the Minnesota Power Plaza. Event organizers from…

Military Veteran Heads Up Ruck March for Mental Health

Registration Now Open for Nearly Naked Ruck March

February 3, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Later this month, Northlanders will be stripping down to their long underwear and boots for a good cause. The Second Annual Nearly Naked Ruck March is Saturday, February 25. This 10 mile hike along the Duluth Lakewalk raises money for 23rd Veteran. The organization was started by 23rd Veteran Executive Director Mike Waldron after he experienced…

Becoming a Mascot at UMD

Active Adventures: Champ the Bulldog

January 27, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Champ the Bulldog is a staple at University of Minnesota Duluth athletic events and community gatherings. This week, FOX 21 got the chance to gear up with Champ. UMD Senior, Taylor Korum, is the lead Champ and has been a mascot at the university for five years. Korum is graduating this year and tells FOX 21 he’s…

Snowboarding on the Hills of Spirit Mountain

Active Adventures: Winter Sports

January 20, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Winter has arrived and the hills are ready for athletes at Spirit Mountain. For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s William Seay and Natalie Froistad learned to snowboard. Snowboard instructor Charlie Barette showed William and Natalie the basics. They practiced a j-turn and a c-turn. To sign up for a lesson, or learn more information, head to…

Winter Fun on the Snowy Trails

Active Adventures: The Duluth Experience

January 13, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Active Adventures FOX 21 hit the snowy trails with The Duluth Experience. Dave Grandmaison, Co-Owner and CEO, took FOX 21’s William Seay snowshoeing for the first time. Grandmaison says they have tours for every season, including snowshoeing, fat tire biking, brewery tours, mountain biking tours and more. For more information on The Duluth Experience…

Staying Safe in Extreme, Cold Temperatures

Active Adventures: Gearing Up for Winter Weather

January 6, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Active Adventures we focused on the extreme cold the Northland is experiencing. FOX 21’s William Seay went to Trail Fitters to talk with Assistant Manager Biagio Nigrelli. Nigrelli says it’s important to layer in these conditions and always be prepared to go outside. Nigrelli suggested wearing long underwear, proper boots for the occasion, buff…

Active Adventures: Skin Protection

December 30, 2016

KQDS Staff,

Active Adventures: Skin Protection

Taking Swings at Adventure Zone

Active Adventures: Batting Cages

December 23, 2016

KQDS Staff,

For this week’s Active Adventures we went to Adventure Zone to use the batting cages.

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December 22, 2016

Melissa Lentz

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Beating the Frigid Air at Superior Sands

Active Adventures: Sand Volleyball

December 16, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR – This week the Northland has experienced extremely low temperatures and folks are trying to stay entertained while inside. So, for this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s William Seay tried out sand volleyball. Superior Sands owner Kevin Holm says the sand volleyball courts are smaller than the hard courts because it’s harder to move around in the sand. Registration…

Preparing for Snowmobile Season with Duluth Lawn and Sport

Tips on What to Buy for Clothing, Equipment, and Accessories

December 9, 2016

Brett Scott,

For this week’s Active Adventures we visited Duluth Lawn and Sport.

The Staff at Duluth Experience is Eager for Snow Season to Begin

Lack of Snow, Along with Rainy Conditions Have Made Local Trails Impassable

December 2, 2016

Brett Scott,

Recent weather patterns have made it difficult for businesses like Duluth Experience to start winter activities.

Active Adventures: Holiday Workouts

Shedding the Extra Holiday Pounds with the YMCA

November 25, 2016

Site Staff,

Alisha from the Duluth YMCA takes William through a few basic workout routines he and others can do to get back into shape after huge holiday meals.

William Seay Plays Rugby with National Champions

Active Adventures: UMD Rugby

November 18, 2016

Site Staff,

For this week’s Active Adventures, William Seay played rugby with the University of Minnesota Duluth.

Ice Sculpture Being Rebuilt

Old Man Winter Was Not Cooperating With Roger Hanson This Season

November 18, 2016

Gino Recchia,

After the collapse of the ice sculpture in superior, Roger Hanson is back at work trying to make up lost time.

Getting a Workout with Personal Best Power

Active Adventures: Pilates

November 11, 2016

Site Staff,

For this week’s Active Adventures FOX 21’s William Seay tried out Pilates.

Tips for Surviving in the Wilderness

Active Adventures: Survival Skills

November 4, 2016

Site Staff,

This weekend folks over at the University of Wisconsin Superior are hosting a day outdoors focused on surviving a zombie apocalypse.

Health and Healing at The Well

Active Adventures: The Well

October 28, 2016

Site Staff,

A new wellness center in Duluth is promoting health, healing and nutrition.

All Aboard The Pumpkin Train!

Families enjoyed spending time with each other

October 24, 2016

Joey Norton,

Today was the last day to hop aboard the north shore scenic railroad with the pumpkin patch as your destination.

FallFest Starts at Giant’s Ridge Today

Grand Opening for New Chalet

October 21, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Giant’s Ridge is celebrating the grand opening of the resort’s new chalet.

Catching Pokemon at the Park

Active Adventures: Pokemon Go

October 14, 2016

Site Staff,

For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s William Seay catches his first Pokemon.

Getting Competitive on the Pickleball Court

Active Adventures: Pickleball

October 7, 2016

Site Staff,

For this week’s Active Adventures, we visited the Wheeler Sports Complex to try out Pickleball.

Thrilling Adventure on the Ropes at UW-Superior

Active Adventures: Ropes Course

September 23, 2016

Site Staff,

A local college is home to a thrilling adventure open to anyone in the community.

Gearing Up for Hunting

Active Advenutres: Hunting Preps

September 16, 2016

Site Staff,

For this week’s Active Adventures we focused on getting ready for hunting season.

Giant Slide to Take Over Duluth Streets

Fun Event Helps Duluth Firefighters, Children

September 9, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

An event two years in the making is finally hitting Duluth streets this weekend.

New Off-Road Cycling Race Taking Place this Weekend

September 2, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

A brand new mountain biking race is coming to the Northland.

Floating through the Tall Ships

Active Adventures: Kayaking with Day Tripper of Duluth

August 26, 2016

Site Staff,

For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s William Seay went kayaking through the Tall Ships with Day Tripper of Duluth.

Heading to the Water with Day Tripper of Duluth

Active Adventures: Paddle Boarding

August 19, 2016

Site Staff,

Summer is the perfect time to get out on the Lake Superior and this year the water temperature is even warmer than usual.

Festival Brings Hundreds of Bikers to the Northland

3rd Annual Bike Duluth Festival

August 12, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Bicyclists will be riding into town this weekend for the 3rd Annual Bike Duluth Festival.

Paddling Along the Brule River

Active Adventures: Brule River Canoe Rental

July 29, 2016

Site Staff,

A sunny summer day is the perfect time to take a canoe along the Brule River, so the FOX 21 Sunrise crew paired up with Brule River Canoe Rental for this week’s Active Adventures.

Wrestling the Rapids

Active Adventures: Whitewater Rafting

July 22, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

The rapids have been roaring due to recent rainfall in the Northland.

Wheeling Along the Lakewalk

Active Adventures: Wheel Fun

July 15, 2016

William Seay,

During the Summer months it’s common to see the Duluth Lakewalk filled with people.

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The Duluth Expereince Now Offers a Tour of Downtown Duluth's HART District

Active Adventures: Training Tips

Active Adventures: Camp Miller

Active Adventures: Aerial at Ignite Studio

Active Adventures: Stroller Strides

Active Adventures: Kickboxing

Active Adventures: Workout in the Water

Active Adventures: In Motion Therapy

Meteorologist William Seay Puts His Putting Skills to the Test

Active Adventures: Gym Offers Kettlebells, Spin Classes and Jungle Gym

Active Adventures: Xcel Xercise

Active Adventures: Boxing

Active Adventures: Bicycling

Active Adventures: Log Rolling

William Seay Laces Up the Skates for a Go-Around with The Minnesota Wilderness

Active Adventures: Promoting Duluth to European Mountain Bike Enthusiasts

Active Adventures: Barre

Party in the Pipe & After Hours Rope Tow

Dozens of Duluthians Rode Their Bikes to Work Friday, Celebrating Winter Bike to Work Day

Registration Now Open for Nearly Naked Ruck March

Active Adventures: Champ the Bulldog

Active Adventures: Winter Sports

Active Adventures: The Duluth Experience

Active Adventures: Gearing Up for Winter Weather

Active Adventures: Batting Cages

Active Adventures: Sand Volleyball

Tips on What to Buy for Clothing, Equipment, and Accessories

Lack of Snow, Along with Rainy Conditions Have Made Local Trails Impassable

Shedding the Extra Holiday Pounds with the YMCA

Active Adventures: UMD Rugby

Old Man Winter Was Not Cooperating With Roger Hanson This Season

Active Adventures: Pilates

Active Adventures: Survival Skills

Active Adventures: The Well

Families enjoyed spending time with each other

Grand Opening for New Chalet

Active Adventures: Pokemon Go

Active Adventures: Pickleball

Active Adventures: Ropes Course

Active Advenutres: Hunting Preps

Fun Event Helps Duluth Firefighters, Children

Active Adventures: Kayaking with Day Tripper of Duluth

Active Adventures: Paddle Boarding

3rd Annual Bike Duluth Festival

Active Adventures: Brule River Canoe Rental

Active Adventures: Whitewater Rafting

Active Adventures: Wheel Fun

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