News from the Northwoods

Without the right gear, it can be hard to try something new outside. Here's some of our Wintergreen clothing recommendations for popular summer activities so you can get outside with confidence...

Wintergreen’s story began with a bold idea and a visionary woman. Our founder, Susan Schurke, built Wintergreen with purpose — designing clothing to help people connect with the outdoors and face...

The local radio station here in Ely, MN recently held a contest of who could guess the day of ice-out on a nearby lake. Meanwhile, the geese out my window on the river have been waiting for weeks, ...

It’s official, you can find your favorite Wintergreen treasures out there on the road! That is, if you can find and visit our new pop-up trailer. That’s right, our friendly and knowledgeable staff...

Wintergreen’s Fleece-Lined Guide Pants are my favorite cold weather pants. They are the ultimate in cozy comfort thanks to the soft fleece on the inside. From active days outside to lazy days aroun...

I’ve been telling everyone how happy I am about winter this year - I want the cold and snow and more of it. I’ve joked with my wife and fellow Wintergreen owner, Solveig (who’s all of 5’2”) that I’...

When I started as a designer at Wintergreen and began learning about product history, it was intriguing to look through old catalogs to understand the collection as a whole and how designs and tren...

Up north in Ely we have a lot of festivals and outdoor activities, from the Blueberry Fest in July to summer canoe trips and beautiful winter nordic skiing. However, for the Ely Marathon our little...

The most rewarding experiences come with risks. Whether a misstep or unforeseen circumstance, the biggest risks that adventurers and explorers take often lead to injury. In some cases it can be mon...