The Cottage in Hinckley

06/22/2026

This view was worth the portage.
Beth Lake, Boundary Waters

06/09/2026

06/08/2026

Happy Monday morning everyone. My two , four legged travel companions and I made the trip to Grand Marais for summer soap delivery. I had to see the fire damage with my own eyes, and do some small business support of my own. Betty’s Pies was spared but not by much. Their parking lot was full and support for their business was heart warming. Once in Grand Marais I hit my usual stops and delivered the summer Grandma’s Garden- our 2026 summer scent. Thank you to all who support small business and who pay higher gas prices to support the north shore. Marybeth
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05/31/2026

Happy Saturday everyone! 2026 is the year of Grandma’s Garden. This soap is out most popular scent every summer and this summer Fontanel Farm Bear Fat Soap Company is making it : the scent of the summer. Our special relationship with Joy and Company in Grand Marais means they will have the first soap and then it’s available on line. This soap is perfect as a hostess gift, quick birthday present or paired with a card for the perfect “thank you”. Grandma’s garden of Lilac and Lily is my favorite summer scent. Get your bar and transcend back your your childhood. Please like and share.

05/12/2026

Happy Tuesday everyone. For a small business, every customer is a potential big customer. This past week I posted about adding the Hinckley Fire Museum to the list of small businesses that support my small business. This past week I added another small start up business that I want to share with you for a multitude of reasons. This week I struck a deal with Lake Cabin Escapes, LLC and the cabin is Pine Cabin on Evergreen Bay Resort. The owner, Cassandra, wanted to have a welcome basket for her guests when they arrive. As we are carefully planning your vacation, please remember your host is trying to make your experience a memorable , picture perfect event. Please like and share!

Relax on the deck or patio (enjoy the outdoor furniture!) or sip a drink by the firepit of this 990-sq-ft cabin. For a change of scenery, come inside and enjoy the WiFi and TV.

05/10/2026

Happy Mothers Day Everyone. Fontanel Farm Bear Fat Soap has secured another store to sell bear fat soap over the summer. The Hinckley Fire Museum is selling Fontanel Farm Bear Fat Soap for another season. When you have weekend company and need a reason to get out of the house; treat your family and friends to the history of the Hinckley Fire Museum. Show them some love. Please like and share.
Marybeth