North Shore of Lake Superior
More Wild Ice
Skating Duluth’s inner harbor at “the slip.” Photo gallery below. (more…)
Lake Superior Aquaman: Trench Lyfe
Things the camera saw looking out of a Lake Superior trench.
Phallus Impudicus
The “impudent phallus.” Like many mushrooms, they have both uh masculine and feminine qualities; in their egg stage they are called “witch eggs.” They also have qualities of both life and death: although uh generative in appearance, they have the strong stench of carrion — which attracts the flies which spread their spores. Wikipedia entry.
Postcard from a Beautiful Lake Superior Shore Line
This postcard was mailed Sept. 2, 1935 — 85 years ago today. “Lois and Ben” sent the card from Duluth to Mr. & Mrs. Lewis Jones of Highland Park, Mich. (more…)
Lake Superior Aquaman: Drone Footage of Placing Fish Cam
I enlisted drone pilot videographer Riley Goss for help on this one. I knew the water was crystal clear and he would be able to see me underwater from above. I place the fish cam in 15 feet of water or so, in a trench between two outcrops, and then make a couple short dives to adjust it. Best part: the amazing tracking shot @1:10, where you can see what a beautiful underwater playground there is here at the Ledges. (No audio.)
Fish Cam: In the Trench
15 feet deep, 75 feet off shore. I’ve seen loons hunting here so I’ve staked it out…
AP: Lake Superior Bull Shark Eradicated by Duluth Autonomous Navy
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – On August 10, 2020, Duluth Mayor Emily Larson commissioned the Duluth Autonomous Navy to eradicate the bull shark terrorizing Duluth’s beaches. Only four days later, the DAN co-Admirals have announced “mission accomplished.” (more…)
Lake Superior Bull Shark encounter, Duluth MN, 8/8/20
[Update: Not a real shark! I’m writing it all up for my next Saturday essay at the end of August, stay tuned…]
Duluth Autonomous Navy recruiting poster
(Troy Rogers photographed by Richard Narum)
Fourth of July Duluth Hillside citizen fireworks anarchy Coronavirus pandemic 2020
Official fireworks canceled, fireworks sales at all-time high, some visible across the lake distantly in Wisconsin around midscreen, the region is lit. That is a full moon hidden in the clouds. This mainly posted for the audio to give the insane flavor.
Coldsnap Photography Pro-Am Series with Christian Dalbec
John Gregor’s ColdSnap Photography is holding “pro-am” presentations. Last week’s session featured Christian Dalbec. Dalbec finds a way to make a sleepy shore exotic and exciting. Check out the presentation on Zoom.
Postcard from the Loneyville Motel
This undated postcard, published by the Elton H. Gujer Company, promotes the Loneyville Motel at 7717 Congdon Boulevard, a half mile northeast of Brighton Beach in Duluth. It’s the present-day location of North Shore Cottages. (more…)
Dogs of Lake Superior
Twelve photos representing seven dogs and one Great Lake. The past few years, whenever someone’s dog is in the water, I ask if I can take underwater pictures of it. Sometimes they work out, sometimes they don’t. Here’s the best ones, including three dogs of winter.
King Garbage – “A Garbage Journey” (Official Video)
I directed this debut video for Duluth singer/songwriter King Garbage, aka Eric Lester. The song is “A Garbage Journey” from his EP Raccoon Heart.
Fish I Have Met
In my years of recording every moment in the lake (and the rivers and streams), I have encountered many fish. Here are some highlights.
Lake Superior Gives Us the Cold Shoulder but Warms Our Hearts
In 2019 I celebrated the first day of summer with my grandchildren on a day trip to Two Harbors. This summer COVID-19 could put a damper on our adventures, but we can still day trip down memory lane. (more…)
Lake Superior Aquaman: Top 20 Videos
Top 20 list of my Lake Superior Aquaman videos, with commentary, from a billion years of posting at Perfect Duluth Day:
#1.) Official video for the Low song “Gentle.” 2015. My one paying video gig and crowning achievement. Low saw Lake Superior Aquaman footage I posted here and requested I fit it to this song. The imagery is of the collapsed column of Uncle Harvey’s Mausoleum/The Icehouse in Duluth’s outer harbor off the Lakewalk.
Lake Superior Aquaman: Top 30 Photos
My favorite captures from a billion years of posting at Perfect Duluth Day. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram. (more…)
Duluth You & Me: North Shore Streams
Use the link below for a printable PDF for your drawing and coloring pleasure.
Duluth You & Me: North Shore Streams
Follow the Duluth You & Me subject tag to see additional pages. For background on the book see the original post on the topic.