It is quite natural that in summer months, Outdoor Activities in Minnesota is mainly water activities. People often make trips to the beautiful lakes on weekends and also plan for long vacations in these beautiful places. Canoeing, Fishing, water skiing are some of the water activities which residents love to do. More than 30% of Minnesotans are involved with fishing which is second highest after Alaska.
During Winter months also, Fishing is an important thing in Outdoor Activities in Minnesota. People are involved with Ice Fishing from the time of Scandinavian immigration. Broomball, Curling, Skating, Hockey, Cross-Country Skiing, Snowmobiling and Snowshoeing are important sports for the Minnesotans.
The highest in the number of bike trails in USA is in Minnesota. Across the state there are 20,000 miles of snowmobile trails. Residents and tourists often indulge themselves into hiking, hunting throughout the year in 71 state parks and national forests. People use the hiking and biking trails for cross-country skiing which is an essential part of Outdoor Activities in Minnesota during winter months.
Outdoor Activities in Minnesota also include Horseback Riding, Geology recreation, Nature Viewing, Shooting Ranges, Off-highway Vehicle Riding.
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