Tag: Canal Park

Lake Walk Galley Opens

Crabby Bill’s got a little bit of an overhaul and is now “billed” as the Lakewalk Galley. Today was the christening for the ol’vessel that resides at the beginning of the Lakewalk. The Lakewalk Galley opened in true shipping style with the Mayor breaking a bottle of champagne over the bow.



Justin Steinbach, who is no stranger to great food on a boat (the Vista), together with Derek Snyder of the Lake Avenue Café, have created a great mini restaurant. A lot of the fare will be the same as Crabby Bill’s (mini doughnuts!!!). That said, there are going to be some great additions to the menu; if it’s anything like Lake Ave, I’m sure it won’t disappoint (fish sandwich!!!). You won’t want to feed the birds with this – and besides, that’s illegal, please don’t feed the birds! This will be a great escape for a Friday lunch! The perfect distance from downtown to enjoy a good walk and a great lunch. See you there!

Getting Vertical!

All right, let’s face it, even though we live in the “Greatest Outdoor Town in the US” we don’t always want to be outside. For instance, when it’s -15 out, going out for a quick jog doesn’t sound that appealing to most.

We have limited options: 1. binge watch the latest installment of whatever new series is on Netflix; or 2. search around for something active to do while staying warm and toasty indoors. One unique activity for option 2 would be Vertical Endeavors! It’s located in the back of the Adventure Zone in Canal Park. They have everything you need to scale the tallest peak (around 4 stories!). Their climbing walls are fantastic and it doesn’t matter what your experience level (or lack thereof). They have options for intermediate to expert, with options for the kids as well! Want a really unique challenge? Check out the awesome bouldering cave! Shorter walls where the intent is to move horizontally and around obstacles as well as vertically!

The staff there is also wonderful! They are extremely knowledgeable and you can tell they just love climbing and want to share their excitement of the thrill of the climb. They will help with your rentals, give you pointers, and belay as you climb. (Belaying is the person that assists ropes up with you so you have a safe climb.) There are also auto-belay courses as well.

Take it from someone who can be a little scared of heights; reaching the top of one of the walls is exhilarating! It’s challenging, rewarding, and a BLAST!

So while the Duluth City Council is debating on creating an outside climbing park, rope up and get some practice!