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Books – Information
Books have always been a gateway to knowledge, inspiration, and adventure. In Minnesota, the love for reading is deeply embedded in the culture, reflecting the state’s rich literary heritage and diverse landscapes. From the serene banks of Lake Superior to the bustling streets of Minneapolis, each corner of this beautiful state offers unique stories waiting to be discovered.
- Exploring Minnesota: A Guide To Over 100 Must-Visit Destinations
- Minnesota Travel Guide 2024: Discover the Land of 10,000 Lakes: A Comprehensive Guide to Minnesota Hidden Gems, Adventure and Timeless Treasures.
- Minnesota Adventure Bucket List: 50 Scratch-Off Cards Featuring Minnesota Tourist Attractions, Outdoor Activities, and Road Trips.
- The Great Minnesota Hot Dish: Your Cookbook for Classic Comfort Food.
- Wild Wisdom: Primal Skills to Survive in Nature.
- Thru-Hike the Superior Hiking Trail: Planning, resupplying, safety, bears, bugs and more.
- A Popular History of Minnesota.
- Birds of Minnesota Field Guide (Bird Identification Guides).
Books – by Minnesota Authors
The annual Minnesota Book Awards highlights exceptional works from writers across genres, inspiring budding authors and avid readers alike.
- How to Talk Minnesotan: Revised for the 21st Century.
- That Time of Year: A Minnesota Life.
- 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Minneapolis and St. Paul: Including Hikes In and Around the Twin Cities.
- The Quarry Girls: A Thriller.
- The River We Remember: A Novel.
- Days Like Smoke: A Minnesota Boyhood.
- Staggerford: A Novel.
- The Lager Queen of Minnesota: A Novel.
- Kitchens of the Great Midwest: A Novel.
- Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club: A Novel.
- Twin Cities P.I. Mac McKenzie Novels (21 thus far) beginning with Book 1 – A Hard Ticket Home: A Mystery (Mac McKenzie series Book 1).
- Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons: A Novel (Ballantine Reader’s Circle).
Gear – Backpacks
- Osprey Daylite Cinch Backpack, Black.
- Gregory Mountain Products Wander 30, Redrock.
- Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack in Black.
- Joy Walker Waterproof Backpack Rain Cover, 8000mm Waterproof Level.
Gear – Shoes/Feet
Gear – Miscellaneous
- Trail Buddy Trekking Poles – Lightweight, Collapsible Hiking Poles for Backpacking Gear – Pair of 2 Walking Sticks for Hiking.
- HydraPak Water Reservoir (1.5L, 2L, 3L) – Hydration Bladder Fits Most Backpacks – High-Flow Bite Valve, Leak Proof, Fully Reversible, and Dishwasher Safe.
- Durable Zipper Pulls Zipper Tab Zipper Tags Cord Pulls Zipper Extension Zip Fixer for Backpacks, Jackets, Luggage, Purses, Handbags (10PCS, Orange).
- Combat Wipes ACTIVE Outdoor Wet Wipes – Extra Thick Camping Gear, Biodegradable, Body & Hand Cleansing/Refreshing Cloths for Backpacking & Gym w/Natural Aloe & vitamin E.
- Joy Walker Waterproof Backpack Rain Cover, 8000mm Waterproof Level, Upgraded Anti-Slip Cross Buckle Straps, Four Strengthened Layers for Hiking Camping Traveling.
- GEAR AID Tenacious Tape Hex Shaped Repair Patches for Fixing Holes in Down Jackets, Tents, Rain and Outdoor Gear.
- Human gear GoToob+ 3-Pack (Medium) | Refillable Silicone Travel Bottle | Locking Lid | Food-Safe Material, Clear/Red/Orange, Medium.
- 4Monster Camping Towels Super Absorbent, Fast Drying Microfiber Travel Towel, Quick Dry Ultra Soft Compact.
- Evergreen 56 Waterproof Dry Box Protective Case – Travel Safe/Mil Spec/USA Made.
- Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy Skin Protectant.
Travel Product Recommendations
- Silicone Luggage Tag with Name ID Card.
- Travelon Anti-Theft Boho Slim Crossbody.
- Anker SmartTrack Link (Black, 1-Pack), Android not supported, Works with Apple Find My (iOS only), Key Finder, Bluetooth Tracker for Earbuds and Luggage, Phone Finder, Water-Resistant.
- Door Stop Alarm, Door Stopper with 120DB Security Alarm, Floor Wedge Doorstop for Travel Apartment Home House (Pack of 2).
- Addalock The Original Portable Door Lock for Travel & Home Security, 1-Piece Door Latch Lock for Houses, Apartments, Hotels, Motels, Dorms & AirBnBs.
- Spacesaver Vacuum Storage Bags (Small 8 Pack) Save 80% on Clothes Storage Space – Space Saver Bags for Comforters, Blankets, Bedding, Clothing – Compression Seal for Closet Storage – Pump for Travel.
- TSA Approved Cable Luggage Locks, Re-settable Combination with Alloy Body.
- INIU Portable Charger, Slimmest 10000mAh 5V/3A Power Bank, USB C in&out High-Speed Charging Battery Pack, External Phone Powerbank Compatible with iPhone 16 15 14 13 12 Samsung S22 S21 Google iPad etc.
- She’s Birdie–The Original Personal Safety Alarm for Women by Women–Loud Siren, Strobe Light and Key Chain.
- MED PRIDE Alcohol Prep Pads| Medical-Grade, Sterile, Individually-Wrapped, Isopropyl Cotton Swabs| Disposable. TSA Approved for Hand wipes and to disinfect your phone.
- Avoogue Raincoat Women Lightweight Waterproof Rain Jacket’s Packable Hooded Windbreaker.
- Happyluxe Shawl Wraps for Women, UPF 50+, Travel Essentials. Made in the USA.
- Radius Tour Travel Toothbrush, Assorted color.
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