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Public & Frozen: Winter Lakes
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Public & Frozen: Winter Lakes

Temporary “Land” Open for Adventure. This past year was a big win for nature! According to the New York Post, 6 in 10 Americans said the pandemic made their hearts…

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January 24, 2021
Epic Couples Trips in Minnesota
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Epic Couples Trips in Minnesota

Based on your personality types. In a perfect world, all experiences would be tailored to fit us as individuals and cater to our every whim. In reality, compromise is king,…

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January 4, 2021
Low Water River Hike
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Low Water River Hike

Too low to float doesn't mean rivers are out! The best, most isolated, and unmanaged public land isn’t really land at all. At least not for most of the year,…

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October 11, 2020
6 Hurdles That Prevent You From Getting Outside
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6 Hurdles That Prevent You From Getting Outside

The emotional, physical, and mental well-being that comes from getting outside is pervasive and will positively impact all aspects of your life. That being said, the modern world seems to…

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August 3, 2020
Nearby Public Land You Can Explore Tomorrow
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Nearby Public Land You Can Explore Tomorrow

Waterfowl Production Areas, the answer to the question I've Googled a thousand times, "things to do near me." Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs) are sections of public land federally funded to…

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July 27, 2020
Meet Straight Up Outside!
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Meet Straight Up Outside!

Straight Up Outside is written by Annie and Nick Schmitz.

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July 14, 2020

Welcome!

Welcome!
We're Annie and Nick! We love recreation, nature, minimalism, living sustainably, and regenerative farming. Nick, a science teacher, and Annie, an English teacher, created Straight Up Outside to help others "Load Up and Go" whenever possible.

    What’s new from SUO?

    • This Is Your Year, Plan That Boundary Waters Trip!
    • Developing A Personal Credo
    • What’s the Worth In It?
    • To Make Grass-Fed Beef
    • Straight Up Outside Farm

    Read from Local Authors!

    The Alchemist's Map Book Cover

    “The Alchemist’s Map”

    Check out the new book from Annie’s coworker, Jason Lee Willis!

    The Alchemist’s Map is a captivating story that follows Joseph Nicollet, hunting for the truth of the sorcerer’s stone under the guise of mapping the unknown, Minnesota territory.

    Pre-order your copy today!

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