Gem House + Molly and Andy Guest Feature

Gem House is one of the newest vacation rentals offered by Cascade Vacation Rentals. This beautiful home boasts a gorgeous amethyst fireplace that enthralled our TikTok followers (39K views and counting). So, we decided to spend the night at Gem House and feature all of the amazing things you can do right within walking distance (or a short drive) of the home. Plus, we sat in front of the amethyst fireplace. A lot.

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In this episode, we visited Naniboujou Lodge for breakfast, hiked to the Devil's Kettle to see the waterfall during the low-water period caused by the recent drought, and then went geocaching out to a Lake Superior island. Plus, we enjoyed a few hours in the ENO Triple Hammock stand enjoying a beautiful summer afternoon on Lake Superior's North Shore.

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This episode also includes our first Guest Feature! We met with and interviewed Molly and Andy on their 10th Anniversary. Married ten years ago at Lutsen Resort, the couple now has three children and makes frequent day trips to the North Shore. However, this is the first time they've stayed at the Aspenwood Townhomes since their wedding ten years ago. Listen to what brings them to the North Shore and the special meaning the area holds for them in this Guest Feature Interview.

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Want to be featured on an episode of Exploring the North Shore? We are looking for all kinds of stories! From first trippers to long-time visitors. If you have a story to tell, we'd love to hear it! This is going to be an ongoing feature, so reach out no matter when your trip is planned. All features include a short photo session and we will send you the digital copies! Email us at exploringnorthshore@boreal.org to get signed up.

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Naniboujou Lodge: https://www.naniboujou.com/

Official Geocaching App: https://www.geocaching.com/play

Aspenwood Townhomes: https://www.cascadevacationrentals.com/resorts/aspenwood/

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This episode is sponsored by Cascade Vacation Rentals. Use promo code "Podcast" at check-out to receive Cascade's largest available percent off discount (discount changes seasonally). This episode is also sponsored by The Big Lake. Use promo code "Explore" at check-out to receive 15% off your first online order. Thank you to our wonderful sponsors!