Duluth is a great little city on the coast of Lake Superior in Northern Minnesota. We had a blast here and got to see some really neat things. The focal point of town in a lift bridge the goes up and down as the HUGE tankers take iron ore in and out of the harbor. The kids really enjoyed the moving bridge and boats until one of them fired off their horn and scared them both to death.
From there, we rented a single surry (family bike) and road around the lakefront looking at trains, lighthouses, and just lots of neat things along the coast. Contrary to appearance, the bike was a pretty good workout. It was so nice to have to put jackets on Jen and the kids since it was pretty cool. There was so much more to do in Duluth (a zoo, aquarium, museums, etc) but alas we ran out of time and needed to head to Marquette.
The final stop of the day came just short of Marquette in Ishpeming, MI at a place called Da'Yoopers Tourist Trap. All I can say about this place is wow! I would have to say that it may be the long lost northern cousin of Hillbilly Hot Dogs. We got to see all the nonsense outside, but unfortunately, the store itself was closed. However, it is only 10 minutes down the road, so I may return.
On a final note, one of the highlights of the day was watching to Bald Eagles on the side of the road. Nature really is wonderful up here.
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