News from the Northwoods

behind the scenes
How Are Wintergreen Garments Made?
If you’ve worn our gear on a dogsled trail, a snowy hike, or just around town, you’ve felt the difference that high-quality clothing makes. And if you’ve ever wondered how your Wintergreen garments...

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Inside Wintergreen | USA-Made, Field-Tested, Built to Last
At Wintergreen Northern Wear, every stitch tells a story. Since 1989, we’ve been handcrafting clothing in Ely, Minnesota, designing, cutting, sewing, inspecting, and selling under one roof. In an e...

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Are There Cold Ratings for Wintergreen Clothing?
When shopping for outdoor gear, you’ve probably seen “cold tolerance ratings” on sleeping bags and even some jackets. A tidy number like “-20°F” looks reassuring. But when it comes to clothing, the...

boundary waters
Best Gear for the Boundary Waters: What to Pack for Your Next Canoe Adventure
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) is one of the last truly wild places in the United States a million acres of lakes, rivers, and forests stretching across northern Minnesota. For d...
