Lake of the Woods County is located in Minnesota. As of 2000, the population was 4,522. Its county seat is Baudette. The county contains the Northwest Angle, the northernmost p
oint of the Lower 48 States, and includes the U.S. portion of Lake of the Woods, shared with Canada. Since Alaska has no counties, Lake of the Woods is the northernmost county in the United States, by definition. We enjoyed fine dining at Dairy Queen- the 2 for $3 special (hot dog, fries, onion rings, coke). Yep any 2 for $3. Why not just put lard in a cup to go?
oint of the Lower 48 States, and includes the U.S. portion of Lake of the Woods, shared with Canada. Since Alaska has no counties, Lake of the Woods is the northernmost county in the United States, by definition. We enjoyed fine dining at Dairy Queen- the 2 for $3 special (hot dog, fries, onion rings, coke). Yep any 2 for $3. Why not just put lard in a cup to go?When you visit Lake of the Woods you are about as far North as you can get and still be in the continental U.S. During peak sunspot activity charged particles are thrown far out into space and are carried to the earth's atmosphere by the solar wind. The particles then interact with the earth's magnetic field in the polar regions. The colors in the northern lights are not a continuous spectrum, but a few separate colors such as red, violet, blue, and green. The first indication of a northern lights display is a faint glow low on the horizon. After a while an arch of light is lit. It can stretch all over the sky. Rays of light and "draperies" are formed with curls and waves. The draperies appear as if they are flickering or dancing in the wind. Sometimes the rays will stretch out in all directions above your head. This occurrence is called the aurora corona and will fill any onlooker with a hushed sense of awe. Pleep thought the wine enhanced the colors.
Lake of the Woods County was named because the lake covers a large portion of the county. Jacques de Noyon, a Frenchman who came from Trois Rivières, (Quebec), explored this area in 1688 and became the first white man to view the lake. He named the lake Lac aux Îles which means "Lake of the Islands" in English. Yes and the border patrol recognized Pleep and hoped he wasn't coming back to Canada.
Wally the Walleye
The walleye is the most sought-after fish in Minnesota. Its thick, white fillets, handsome shape and coloring, and elusive nature make it the ultimat
e prize among anglers. Each year, anglers in Minnesota keep roughly 3.5 million walleyes totaling 4 million pounds. The average walleye caught and kept is about 14 inches long and weighs slightly more than 1 pound. The walleye is named for its pearlescent eye, which is caused by a reflective layer of pigment, called the tapetum lucidum, that helps it see and feed at night or in murky water. Four seasons of "world class" fishing-Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Smallmouth Bass, Saugher, Burbot, Lake Sturgeon, White Sucker and my personal favorite "Crappie".
e prize among anglers. Each year, anglers in Minnesota keep roughly 3.5 million walleyes totaling 4 million pounds. The average walleye caught and kept is about 14 inches long and weighs slightly more than 1 pound. The walleye is named for its pearlescent eye, which is caused by a reflective layer of pigment, called the tapetum lucidum, that helps it see and feed at night or in murky water. Four seasons of "world class" fishing-Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Smallmouth Bass, Saugher, Burbot, Lake Sturgeon, White Sucker and my personal favorite "Crappie".You can hardly see Pleep next to Wally-weighing at 2.5 tons and measuring 40 ft long. Definitely in keeping with Minnesota's Paul Bunyan style and proportions. Pleep took to this town mascot...and now wants to have one for dinner and compare it to the salmon he was eating in Alaska.
Pleep is continuing to exhibit his recently acquired cowboy habits. We caught him checking out the various "chew" options. When we checked into the hotel, he asked for the "bunk house" and they gave it to him. Buba told him not to sleep with the rifle put Pleep insisted real cowboys always keep their rifle handy. You never know when some pesky, liberal leaning varmint might show up at your door.
By the end of
the day, we had to tell him he was in hot water with us and would be sent back to the bunkhouse with no grub. The smart aleck took us literally and we found him at the hotel's coffee bar.
Just as we tracked him down he jumped over to another spot at the bar. Buba saw this and said he couldn't punish such a patriotic monkey.
the day, we had to tell him he was in hot water with us and would be sent back to the bunkhouse with no grub. The smart aleck took us literally and we found him at the hotel's coffee bar.
What a state - Jesse Ventura and then Al Franken
And whatever happened to ol'Jess? The 38th Governor of Minnesota (1999-2003)- Jesse "The Body" Ventura. Where else, yes besides California, would they vote in a retired professional wrestler? As Howard Stern said "Once a Mongrel always a Mongrel" referring to Jesse's days in the Mongrel Motorcycle gang in San Diego. What happened to his Reformed Party? This former Navy Seal (how did that happen?) defeated Norm Coleman (name sounds familiar right?). I did see a few leftover bumper stickers of "My Governor Can Beat Up Your Governor" and hey Jesse did you ever get that legalized prostitution law passed up here? My personal favorite quote of his "organized re
ligion is a sham and a crutch for weak-minded people". Hmmm from the Rhodes Scholar I find the remark fascinating.
ligion is a sham and a crutch for weak-minded people". Hmmm from the Rhodes Scholar I find the remark fascinating.On to Minnesota's other winner...the former Saturday Night writer turned Senator-talk about a bad joke. What's next Senator Carrot Top? While indeed he was born here but what does this transplanted New York Comic have in common with the folks I am seeing around here? On the other hand maybe he is qualified for the comic institution known as the U.S. Senate. This pic sums it my thoughts on now Senator Franken. He did win fair and square right? Oh Garrison Keeler are you next?
Pleep commandeered the computer during the trek to Northern Minnesota. He wanted to make a movie of the best of Pleep cowboy experiences which seem to involve as much drinking & goofing off as actual cowboy work. He says it's dedicated to me. We are going to have a hard time reigning him in when we finally hit the big city. We may have to send him to Lincoln Park Zoo for a few days until he settles down. Lou Lou will be jealous.
