Minnesota is gearing up to welcome sports fans who will be heading to the land of 10,000 lakes later this year to check out the NFL's newest sports complex housing the Minnesota Vikings but there's tons more fun to explore in the state for those ready to explore the north woods!
Ever Wanted to Drive a Russian T-54 tank?
Drive a tank in Kasota
Climb into the driver’s seat of an authentic military tank, and test out your pilot skills. Navigate around the wooded trails and terrain territory, and even crush some cars – on purpose!
Play in an Adult Sandbox
Set aside the Tonka Toys and head to Extreme Sandbox, just south of the Twin Cities in Hastings. Learn to operate an excavator, bulldozer or skid steer and maneuver through obstacle courses. As seen on ABC’s Shark Tank.
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How to Get Kicked Off a Cruise Ship in 2026: Behaviors That End Your Vacation Early
Cruise lines removed dozens of passengers in 2024 and 2025 for fights, drugs, and dangerous stunts. Learn what triggers immediate removal, lifetime bans, and how to protect your vacation investment be
14 days Vietnam bicycling tour
A 14-day guided bicycle tour of Vietnam combining major sights with rural rides and local life. Ideal for travelers who want to explore at their own pace.
Sri Lanka private tour package 9 night 10 Day with driver+vehicle+accommodations
This is a 10 day Sri Lanka classic tour where the guests will be going to the must see sights in Sri Lanka during their visit. This tour covers a lot of cities and areas and Sri Lanka and I am certain the guests will enjoy it as well.
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Giants Ridge Golf Course
Golf the Gopher State
With nearly 500 golf courses, including this one at Giants Ridge featuring a hole with a giant footprint, how can you go wrong golfing in Minnesota? Plus ... you know those gopher jokes and Caddyshack references can never get old :)
Fly among the birds on a Zip Line Tour
Seek the thrill of zipping above the northwoods along the Gunflint Trail on the Towering Pines Canopy Tour (a two hour adventure along a series of 8 zip lines), or test yourself at the Character Challenge Course near Park Rapids, which also offers a ropes course. Beyond the north woods, experience the Minnesota River Valley with the state's newest zip line course, Kerfoot Canopy Tours.
Man Gear Pick of the Month
Kenyon City Grill Portable Stainless Steel Electric Grill
Why we picked it: a grill you can actually carry to the campsite, the tailgate or the cabin without borrowing a truck. Stainless, no propane tank to wrestle, and hot enough to cook for four guys rather than reheat for one.
August's Pick LiberNovo Maxis Electric Big and Tall Ergonomic Office Chair, Graphite 52cm $1,466.00 
July's Pick Powerful Propane Torch Gun, Adjustable Flame Thrower Gun, Kitchen Torch with Detachable Design, Flamethrower Blow Torch for BBQ, Searing Steak, Welding, Camping Charcoal Lighter(Tank Not Included) $41.99 
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Gather the Guys For a Hunting or Fishing Adventure
Minnesota offers some of the best freshwater fishing in the country. There's a great variety of water, from big lakes to scenic trout streams to the mighty Mississippi for the ultimate mancation. Roaming these waters are large and smallmouth bass, trout, panfish, northern pike, muskies, and of course, walleye – Minnesota’s state fish. Hunting is also a big tradition here, with small game, waterfowl, turkey, pheasant and deer seasons opening every fall. Hunters in other states envy Minnesota's ruffed grouse populations, too.
Brave the High Waters For an Exhilarating River Ride
Want to get your adrenaline pumping? Strap on your lifejacket and helmet for a rafting voyage. Minnesota offers a variety of river riding opportunities such as the St. Louis, Kettle or Vermillion Rivers, and ride through the rumbling rapids.
Schell's brewery tour - Founded in 1860!
Toast your Adventures with Minnesota’s Finest Craft Beverages
Taste the results of Minnesota’s growing drinkable crops. With more than 100 breweries in every corner of the state and a growing number of distilleries, the challenge will be hitting up all the spots on the Minnesota must-drink list. Luckily, the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild has a great map to help plan your "brewcation".