I think I can speak for everyone in Minnesota when I say, “Thank GOD we are through that horrific heat wave.” Thankfully, inventions like vaporizers were invented because they helped many people cool off during Tuesday’s extreme heat wave at the Minnesota State Fair.
I have good news, though. Cooler air is on the way and with it one of the most beautiful seasons of all: FALL!
Top 10 List of Most Popular Fall Things in Minnesota
Before we know it, the leaves turn a soft yellow. And instead of mowing, gardening becomes raking leaves. I remember as a kid building huge piles of leaves and jumping in them, surrounded by the unmistakable smell of dirt. We even took a few of our favorite leaves and put them in the Sears catalog to flatten them nice and flat.
What’s your favorite thing about fall? If you like visiting apple orchards, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, that didn’t make the list of top 10 things to do in fall below.
10 Favorite Things About Fall in Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois
We all have a favorite season, but when it comes to fall, there are so many amazing moments that put this season at the top. Smells, tastes, and unforgettable moments are the favorites according to a survey conducted by Stuffed Puffs Marshmallows and below are the top 10.
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What do you love most about autumn?
Some of my favorite photos of my kids are from our visits to the local pumpkin patches. Watching them pick out the “perfect” pumpkin is a key memory for me. Walking through an apple orchard and eating homemade apple pie is also a fall treat for me.
What’s your favorite thing about fall? Share what makes you smile this time of year on my Facebook page – Jessica On The Radio – or direct message me on my Instagram page.
READ MORE: 12 of the Best Apple Orchards in Southeast Minnesota
The 8 Most Overrated Attractions in Minnesota
Minnesota is known for many great attractions! Of course, we also have over 10,000 lakes to brag about. However, there are a few places that seem to get a little more hyped than some people think they should. In fact, Minnesota has 8 attractions that people say are the MOST overrated in the entire state.
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Do you love nature? Here are the 10 cheapest places to live according to Realtor.com
If you like throwing on your Patagonia shirt and packing your backpacking gear for a hike, you’d probably love to live in Aspen or even Colorado Springs. Unfortunately, real estate prices in these outdoor paradises have risen quite a bit and nature lovers can’t afford to move into their dream home.
- Average asking prices in cities and districts
- League of American Bicyclists bike friendliness ratings
- Number of outdoor businesses per household
- within a four-hour drive from a national park
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