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Plan your weekend with these Minnesota hikes and dog friendly breweries across the state

bertandernietheberners

May 20
4 min

Plan your weekend with these Minnesota hikes and dog friendly breweries across the state

It’s that time again! We’re back with more recommendations for Minnesota state park hiking and breweries, perfect for weekend excursions...

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24 Hours in Moab: A Whirlwind Visit to 2 National Parks

bertandernietheberners

Apr 30
7 min

24 Hours in Moab: A Whirlwind Visit to 2 National Parks

Utah has 5 stunning National Parks and an abundance of remarkable state sites and national monuments. How to choose where to spend your...

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10 Awesome Things to Do With Your Dog in Eau Claire, WI

bertandernietheberners

Mar 31
5 min

10 Awesome Things to Do With Your Dog in Eau Claire, WI

Dog friendly activities, restaurants, breweries, and more in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

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bertandernietheberners

Mar 13
5 min

(Mostly) Dog Friendly Hiking in Oregon

We took a dog-free trip to Oregon in July of 2022 and characteristically road tripped all around the state. The keystone of our trip was...

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bertandernietheberners

Feb 24
4 min

How to take your dog to a baseball game

“Woof woof woof for the home team!” Have you ever heard of Bark in the Park? Some sports teams (major and minor league) host special...

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12 Things to Do With Your Dog in Duluth-Superior in Winter

bertandernietheberners

Feb 3
4 min

12 Things to Do With Your Dog in Duluth-Superior in Winter

The Twin Ports of Duluth, MN and Superior, WI are the metro hubs along the western tip of Lake Superior. These cities are known for their...

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bertandernietheberners

Jan 26
5 min

Packing advice for your safari vacation

We’re usually all about dog friendly travel here, but our bucket list safari in December of 2022 was decidedly NOT a dog friendly trip....

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bertandernietheberners

Jan 14
3 min

5 Things in my Hiking Backpack

Today I’m sharing some of the necessities I always carry in my backpack when we take day hikes with Bert and Ernie. For more on preparing...

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Even More State Parks & Breweries to Visit

bertandernietheberners

Jan 6
5 min

Even More State Parks & Breweries to Visit

We’re on a quest to visit all 66 of Minnesota’s state parks, and we love finding dog friendly breweries for post-hike refreshments when...

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bertandernietheberners

Dec 9, 2022
4 min

Our favorite dog friendly stays of 2022

We had the chance to visit plenty of cool places with Bert and Ernie this year! As we look back, here’s a recap of some of our favorite...

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3 Subscription Gifts for the Outdoor Adventurer & Road Tripper in Your Life

bertandernietheberners

Nov 26, 2022
3 min

3 Subscription Gifts for the Outdoor Adventurer & Road Tripper in Your Life

If you’re searching for a holiday gift for a minimalist, an “experience-seeker”, a hiker, a road trip lover, and/or an outdoor enthusiast...

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Dog Friendly Northern Minnesota: International Falls to Warroad

bertandernietheberners

Oct 14, 2022
6 min

Dog Friendly Northern Minnesota: International Falls to Warroad

We’re on a journey to visit all 66 Minnesota State Parks. We’ve managed to visit more than 50 as of this writing (October 2022), which...

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Things I've Learned About Camping With Dogs

bertandernietheberners

Sep 27, 2022
4 min

Things I've Learned About Camping With Dogs

After 2 years of visiting Minnesota state parks for day hikes, we’ve started camping in the parks this summer with Bert and Ernie. It’s...

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bertandernietheberners

Jul 8, 2022
3 min

How to become a B.A.R.K. Ranger

B.A.R.K. Rangers, Assemble! Have you heard about this adorable and free program for your dog at dozens of National Parks Service sites?...

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bertandernietheberners

Jul 1, 2022
3 min

All the things Ernie has destroyed

Pet parents, you know how it is. Your sweet, fuzzy angel baby puppy starts teething and all of a sudden, nothing in your home is safe. Of...

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6 Delicious Road Trip Stops in Northern Wisconsin

bertandernietheberners

Jun 17, 2022
4 min

6 Delicious Road Trip Stops in Northern Wisconsin

We spend a lot of time driving through the Northwoods of Wisconsin on our way to and from the cabin in Hayward. Check out some of our...

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5 Pieces of Outdoor Gear Worth The Investment

bertandernietheberners

Jun 3, 2022
5 min

5 Pieces of Outdoor Gear Worth The Investment

The cool thing about hiking is that all you really have to do is start walking - you really don't need much to enjoy the outdoors. But if...

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bertandernietheberners

May 13, 2022
5 min

Trip Report: Fargo, ND

If you’re looking for a quick weekend getaway, think north! With destination breweries, a beautiful dog friendly hotel, and several state...

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bertandernietheberners

May 6, 2022
7 min

4 Seasons of Fun in Hayward, Wisconsin

We are fortunate to spend lots of time at our cabin in Hayward, WI! Although the town is home to only about 2,500 people, the population...

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bertandernietheberners

Apr 30, 2022
3 min

Our tips for a dog friendly hotel stay

Woohoo - you're heading off on an adventure with your pup! Whether you're staying in a hotel, an Airbnb, a resort rental, or just a...

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Bert and Ernie the Berners

Bert and Ernie
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