Paul Frantzich wasn’t a fan of the cold. But taking an icy plunge for the first time four years ago during a frozen Minnesota February, he suddenly...
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Minnetonka Yacht Club Hosts Dinghy Championship Week
The Inland Lake Yachting Association brings its championship regatta to the waters of Lake Minnetonka. Over 250 sailors, along with family and...
Dive Into the History of Deephaven’s Saint Louis Bay
The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society is marking the city’s milestone anniversary with a cruise. Celebrate Deephaven’s 125th anniversary with the...
X Marks the Spot
Visit some of my favorite spaces to read, create and just be. For as long as I can remember, I’ve always had a favorite spot to read, reflect or...
Home Again With Lake Country Builders
Presented by: Lake Country Builders revisits a familiar Lake Minnetonka home, guiding it into its next phase of life. For one Minnetrista homeowner,...
Lakeside Home Has a Porch for Every Season
A 1905 Lake Minnetonka home blends the indoors and outdoors on its century-old porches. When you speak with Barbara Burgum about her 1905 Craftsman...
Free Ice Fishing Event on Lake Minnetonka
Take to the lake from 2–4 p.m. on February 23 (weather permitting) to learn the ins and outs of ice fishing. Fish Hut will provide rods, reels, bait...
Two Boats
“I appreciate the contrast between the calm water’s surface and the blend of blues and oranges in this photograph,” Melonie Hedlund says. The...
Boyer Building Crafts a Dream Summer Home
One Texas family builds their dream summer home on Lake Minnetonka. Cory Martilla grew up enjoying quintessential Minnesota summers: boating,...
Al & Alma’s Is Anchored in Success
History continues to unfold for Al & Alma’s Supper Club. Many local businesses utilize “the lake” as an enviable backdrop, but how many can say...
Landschute Brings an Artist’s Philosophy to Architecture
Landschute combines Old World design philosophy with today’s lifestyle. “I think architects are born to be architects,” says Jon Monson, founder of...
Wayzata Chilly Open 2024 Canceled
The major fundraiser for the Greater Wayzata Chamber of Commerce called off due to weather. The organizers behind the Wayzata Chilly Open have made...
Fish Hut Brings Free Ice Fishing to Lake Minnetonka
February 23 update: Due to the warm weather, the Fish Hut ice fishing event has been canceled. Over 300 youth and families signed up for the 2024...
Chasing Boathouse Dreams on Lake Minnetonka
Casco Point home is reimagined with Lake Minnetonka serving as its focal point. A few years ago, Atrion and Lisa Faiola decided to take the plunge...
Cooks Bay Home Revels in Lakeside View
Mound’s Alexis Walsko followed her dreams—right to Lake Minnetonka. They say timing is everything. Is a home sitting on the market for more than 200...
Tonka Dash Delivers Local Eats Direct to Docks
Wayzata High School students launch a dockside food delivery service. Long summer days and sultry temperatures make it tempting to stay out on the...
Celebrating Life on the Lake
Couple enjoys the dock and dine experience served around Lake Minnetonka. “She’s turning a lot of heads on the lake,” Molly Golden says. Do tell....
Everything You Need to Know About Lake Minnetonka Hotspot Lord Fletcher’s
Lord Fletcher’s is a Lake Minnetonka summer tradition. “You’ve never been to Lord Fletcher’s?” my friend Amy yelled, with a tinge of playful...
New Photography Book Shows View ‘Above Lake Minnetonka’
New book boasts soaring shots of Lake Minnetonka. You may think you’ve seen Lake Minnetonka from every possible angle, enjoying everything its...
Your Guide to Planning a Lake Minnetonka Bachelorette Party
Melissa Johnson of MLJ Vacay shares tips for a perfect pre-wedding party on Lake Minnetonka. Planning a vacation can be daunting, especially when...
