Bert and Ernie
the Berners

Custer State Park and the Black Hills of South Dakota are fabulous destinations to enjoy with your dog! There’s lots to do in the area...

We traveled more than EVER with Bert and Ernie in 2023! The addition of our new baby definitely changed our pace of exploration in the...

It's fun to say and fun to visit - Bemidji is a great destination for you and your pup to explore the outdoors and enjoy all that...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

The days are getting longer, the weather’s getting warmer - if you’re looking to stretch your legs after the very long winter we’ve had,...