Friday, September 13, 2024 On Friday I traveled through Duluth and stopped at the Duluth Grill for brunch. Based on the positive reviews and the lunch hour, I wasn't surprised by how busy it was. Since I was traveling solo, I bellied up to the bar and ordered the Barbacoa Hash. I had heard great reviews about this place and they were spot on. My first bite prompted an audible 'holy sh*t' followed by a knowing grin from the server working the bar. Make it a stop if you're in the neighborhood.
After lunch, I continued north and met my bow paddler at Superior National at Lutsen golf course. As it was the 2nd week in September, I wasn't surprised that the greens had been punched. I understand it's a necessary step in keeping the greens in great shape, but a course should let you know when you book your tee time and/or offer some sort of discount. Setting my minor irritation aside, the course was beautiful. My expectations for scoring were low and I concentrated on just enjoying what would probably be my last round of the year. The course is challenging and even though we played forward tees, the course still ate at least a dozen balls.
Next stop was a quick bite to eat at Gun Flint Tavern in Grand Marais before heading to Hungry Jack Canoe Outfitters and the bunkhouse that awaited us. We arrived after close but the owners left us a note directing us to our bunkhouse. The room was comfortable so we settled in to combine our gear over a few whiskeys.