08/10/2026
There’s something special about the tradition of the Minnesota lake resort.
The world around us keeps changing. Life moves faster, technology moves faster, and so much of what we knew growing up feels different.
But somehow, the traditional Minnesota resort has stayed the same.
Last night, as darkness settled in, I was sitting outside talking with some of our guests when I could hear kids laughing and running through the grass. They were playing tag, making up their own games, and roaming around with flashlights as the evening got darker.
And I couldn’t help but think about how generations of kids have done exactly the same thing at Minnesota resorts.
Meanwhile, their parents sat around the fire, relaxing and visiting, knowing their kids were safe, free, and having the time of their lives.
The lake. The campfire. The laughter. Kids wandering around after dark with nothing but their friends, their imagination, and a few flashlights.
Some things really don’t need to change.
Maybe that’s what makes the Minnesota resort tradition so special. Because someday hopefully these same kids will continue the tradition…
**Some traditions are worth holding onto.** ❤️🌲🔥