![WONDERLAND-Although temperatures and wind chill have been extremely cold of late, there are still safe ways to enjoy the outdoors provided you prepare adequately.](https://thenorthwindonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screenshot-115.png)
Opinion—Outdoor recreation: preparedness, recommendations and rental options
Andie Balenger, contributing writer
• January 28, 2022
![Photo of the Conservation crew at teh Vielmetti-Peters preservation.](https://thenorthwindonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/155273457_889806915152042_7893276786474122816_n.jpg)
TLC on trails, an underappreciated necessity
Peter Smedley
• March 4, 2021
![Rachel Haggerty/NW
TRUDGING THROUGH—Despite the frigid temperatures, NMU alum Anthony Cilia enjoys a hike through the Little Presque Isle Songbird Trail on Tuesday, Feb. 4 carefully maneuvering the slippery paths.](https://thenorthwindonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Haggerty_songbirdtrail_NW-2-1024x683.jpg)
North County Trail Hikers host winter trail exploration
Justin Van't Hof
• February 5, 2020
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