Fall is
here! The leaves are changing, the air is getting crisp and the days are
getting shorter. Fall in Minnesota is really something special! The leaves
transform into vibrant orange, yellow and red, the smell of apple cider lingers
and the crisp air refreshes your lungs. This fall find something to do outside
with your kiddos, fur babies or friends.
This fall
spend some time outside! Visit a pumpkin patch or an apple orchid. Pick your
own apples and pumpkins at Afton Apple Orchard in Hastings, Apple Jack Orchards
in Delano or the University of Minnesota Apple House in Victoria. On a rainy
day visit a museum or a temporary traveling exhibition that you find interesting.
Check the Minneapolis Institute of art, American Swedish Institute, Science
Museum of Minnesota, Walker Art Center or the Minnesota Children's Museum
websites for information on temporary exhibitions. You can also visit the
Explore Minnesota website to find a museum that you have never been to.
You could
also go to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and do the 3 mile drive. The
changing colors that the Arboretum has to offer are spectacular. You could also
take a day trip or a weekend trip up to the north shore and take a hike at one
of the many state parks the north shore has to offer. Otherwise drive down to
Redwing or Stillwater and take a stroll along the river and have lunch
downtown. If you are looking for weekend plans go and see a show at the Orpheum
or the Varsity Theater. You could also go to a Vikings, Gopher or Wild game and
cheer on your favorite team.
There are
also many Oktoberfest, fall harvest and Halloween events to choose from. Carlo
Creek Winery in Alexandria has an Oktoberfest celebration as well as Deerwood,
Waconia or New London, MN. During September 7th through the October 27th
Wabasha has its annual SeptOberfest. Here
you can enjoy German music and food and can view different exhibits like
largest pumpkin and a pumpkin derby. Or in Stillwater they have their annual
harvest fest on October 13th and 14th which includes a chili cook off, tractor
pull, wine and beer tasting and a giant pumpkin boat race on the St. Croix
River! If you are looking for a scare visit Valleyscare in Shakopee or the new
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular event at the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley.
Like any
time of year it is important to remember to stay hydrated. During the summer
months this can seem easier but when cold weather hits it is harder to tell
when you are thirsty, so make sure you are drinking plenty of water to keep
yourself hydrated. Also dress in layers. Minnesota weather is unpredictable and
you want to be able to be comfortable no matter what mother nature has in store
for the day. Lastly with kids back in school this means kids getting sick.
Boost your immune system by limiting sugar, eating in season nutritious food,
washing your hands frequently, getting regular chiropractic care and getting
enough exercise.
If you are
still looking for more fall fun visit the Explore Minnesota website or your
local community website. For more ways to keep your family happy, healthy and
entertained, visit our website at www.oxborochiro.com.
By: Julia
Jacobson, Office Manager
Oxboro
Family Chiropractic, P.A.
Source: http://www.exploreminnesota.com/travel-ideas/10-things-fall/
