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Offering guided night vision hiking, and stargazing in Cook County, MN

Based out of the Grand Marais area, we offer guided night vision stargazing and hiking experiences, mainly on the popular sections of the Superior Hiking Trail. We have both green and white phosphor units available for use.

Since trail conditions, tree coverage, cloud coverage, and moon phases vary, so can your individual experience. Make sure to contact us so we can discuss different options!

Cook County is home to the darkest skies in all of Minnesota! Lots of Cook County is regarded as a Bortle 1 or Bortle 2 level with more light pollution around the cities. There are lots of stars you can see with the naked eye in pitch black conditions, but with night vision, millions of stars (no exaggeration) become visible. Whenever I show someone the stars for the first time, it’s usually met with an audible gasp.

Testimonies:

“It was really surprising , how many stars you can see, and all the lights you typically don’t see. I didn’t realize how much detail you can still see with it on.”

— Logan P.

“It’s absolutely incredible. That’s crazy! I had no idea you’d be able to see that many stars”

— Ron J.

“That is absolutely crazy, you can see everything! You can see all the way across the lake! This is like an entirely new dimension.”

— Tom B. (initial reaction)

For hiking:

  • Properly fitted shoes/boots with ankle support are a non-negotiable requirement, you will be turned away if you do not have these

  • Currently for hiking, groups are limited to one person at a time, but please let us know if you have interest in larger groups

All Activities:

  • Minimum age requirement of 14yrs old

  • Due to ITAR regulations, US citizens only

  • Pets are not allowed, for any activities

  • Injury/liability waivers must be signed

Requirements:

Physical Disabilities/Injuries?

  • If you have a physical disability or injury that limits your mobility, causes pain when putting weight on your spine, balance issues, etc, or are unsure if this applies to you, contact us and we will do our best to accommodate you

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We’ll be happy to work with you in finding the right experience!

Please contact us if you have questions!