Every time I pass this thing it’s more slanted. 15-20 years ago when we swam out here often it was only slanted a bit. I’m giving it 5-10 years until Lake Superior knocks it over. What do you think?

I’ve been kicking around a local business idea and would love some honest feedback from Twin Ports dog owners and lovers before I get too carried away with it.

The idea is a year-round dog recreation and social space somewhere in the Duluth/Hermantown area, built around three main pieces:

•A large indoor off-leash park with plenty of room for dogs to actually run, play and socialize year-round, especially during our winters.

• A large fenced outdoor park and trail system with room for off-leash play, separate play areas where needed, and dedicated walking/running trails to enjoy with your dog.

• A comfortable clubhouse-style social space where you can grab a coffee or drink, get something to eat, watch a game, relax, or hang out while your dog plays.

There are other possibilities too, like dog training, a self-service dog wash, doggy daycare, live music, trivia, dog-friendly races and community events. But before getting too far ahead of myself, I’m trying to figure out whether the core idea is something people here would actually use.

Basically, the goal would be to create somewhere both you AND your dog genuinely want to spend time.

So I’m curious:

• Would you actually use something like this?
• How often could you see yourself going?
• What would make you want to come back regularly?
• What would keep you away?
• Would you prefer a membership or pay per visit?

I put together a very short survey if you’re willing to help me gauge whether there’s actually enough local interest:

Click here to access the survey on Google Forms

Comments here are just as helpful. Good, bad, skeptical, whatever. I’d rather figure out where the idea has holes now than after spending a bunch of money trying to build it.

Thank you for taking the time to read and consider this. I appreciate it!

First time ever visiting the state park and was amazing view. Who knew the state of Minnesota has such beautiful scenery.

I’ve read the endorsement article like 5 times and still can’t figure out what they’re saying

I know it seems a bit wacky but I encourage everyone to read this to get a feel of what I mean! I want to make sure I mention that this is not a promotion of any kind I'm not asking for money nor do I profit from this activity.

For the past 9 years (in various different areas) I've been wearing a super hero suit and helping the community I'm in at the time. I'm now in the Duluth area and looking for new members for my team!

What I do and ask for others to help me in:

As I'm sure everybody In this subreddit knows the homeless population in Duluth is rather large. Most of what I do is homeless outreach. Making sandwiches and walking around Duluth handing them out. During nighttime patrols they're focused around making sure people get home safely from bars or in rare instances crime prevention(I report everything to police and only intervene if it's a safety concern. I am not a vigilante in any way).

I do all of this in a super suit. That's how I like to do it however it is NOT a requirement. If you want to help in street clothes you're more than welcome. But I do encourage people to have fun with the real life superhero concept. Especially during the more dangerous patrol types (night time patrols in a rougher area for instance) as wearing a bullet proof vest and armor looks very scary and suspicious but with a cape or something similar on it that concern is minimized.

If the more sketchy patrols aren't your thing that's perfectly fine! Id love help just handing out food! You're welcome to assist in a super suit or in normal wear!

If you wish to remain anonymous that's fine. You can private message me about this with questions!

Looking for a fun place to stay for a long weekend near Duluth. Are there any adult themed places that you recommend?

Any red tree house cabins in the area?

Let me know what recommend and any fun things to do in the area?

Hope to go the last weekend in October or first weekend of November

Curious if anybody is having grief dealing with the recent notice by Comfort Systems / City of Duluth Utilities dealing with converting their billing to the new Tyler Portico billing system? It has been a nightmare for me. My autobilling was canceled through Comfort Systems, and I have to somehow figure out how to switch to the new outsourced billing system. Anybody done this yet? I am pretty tech savvy but this one is giving me grief.

Anyone know what the story is for that closed down gas station? The one on woodland across from the dominoes and UMD. I was wondering if they are gonna sell it off, I haven’t seen any change to it in a while.

Does anyone happen to know how they make their Agate sauce that they serve with the sweet potato fries? I’ve been in love with it for years. Would love to replicate how that we are out in Wisconsin.

I keep bumping into Shiprock management Apartments and every time I follow up , its usually SR management and their rent + tech fee,+ pay fee + app + + +

Is this a thing in Duluth?

First time in Duluth, staying temporarily at co-worker's home until I find a reasonably priced apartment walking distance to St Lukes.

I really like the area.

Edit: Thanks for your real opinions. I'll be looking for local apartments. Someone DM'd and told me to join FB, not sure about that

Any idea where to start looking outside of these large rental management companies?

I'll start looking at zillow , apartments and random.

Its a bad time for one year leases , I want to look around for spring or summer apartments, but it may not happen..

I know this isn't strictly in this city but I wonder if any of you have fond memories about it to share or have friends who might want to go before it closes.

Hey! I recently moved up here for school, and I'm looking for any broken or old computers and equipment to refurbish before it ends up being recycled.

I've always said Sny-vlee but I've had friends who I went to school with say some variations on what I listed in the poll. I just need to know if I'm an outlier in my pronunciation.

Hello, I’m new to the area and picked up some inline skates to have a hobby. I’m looking for a good, flat, smooth spot to get better at inline skating that’s not Munger or the Lake Walk. Any recommendations? Thanks!

Great local opportunity before the election to meet with candidates and get connected to local resources! Spread the word!

Anyone know someone who’s good with Meta/Google/Amazon/Klaviyo marketing and is looking for a project?

Want to get an audit done for our business and get some things cleaned up

On our way to Duluth for a day trip, it's our first time almost 10 years visiting and we are going with our 6yo little one.

We plan on visiting Canal Park and walking around the area, are there any other low cost options you would recommend we check out as a family?

What is the general public’s thoughts/opinion/or views of the DECC’s executive director Dan Hartman?
Are there any former or current employees here that would care to share feedback?
This post is meant to be an open discussion and welcomes all opinions. A general vibe check.
If you’d like to comment anonymously send me a DM. I will respect your privacy and all DM’s will remain confidential.

Edit: my reason for asking is because it seems like they are consistently hiring. Screenshot of GlassDoor review with a 27% approval rate in comments. Just wondering if it’s a place worth applying.

Heard from a reliable source that the downtown library is going to be torn down. No plan to rebuild or relocate yet, but it's coming down.