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National Zipper Day commemorates the date when Gideon Sundback patented the zipper on April 29, 1913.  Both a blessing and a curse, these handy devices were formerly known as a...

Microplastics are on the rise in all waterways, leaching into ecosystems and food chains. Education and research doesn't have to be a part of doom-scrolling.  While we may not like...

Winter is our time for reflection, reorganization, and growth.  This year we decided to add on a community input survey.  We're excited to share with you what we've learned and our...

“Enjoy, experience, and explore” is the motto for World Snow Day. If you plan to get outside with your family, make sure you’re prepared for the cold!At AdventureUs, we are...

We’re headed into a new year and need your help choosing our direction! Thank you for an amazing 2022 filled with moving away from Face Masks and into a whole...

Local Gifts, Local Love - Not only is the store packed with great outdoor themed local gifts, but we’re committed to giving our 1% for the Planet Membership dues to...

The doors to our new location in downtown Washburn are finally open! We'd love to show you around our local focused outdoor themed boutique and sewing center.

In 2021, AdventureUs Repairs kept over 1,198 garments out of landfills and still in going strong! In our business and lives, we believe that it's important to take care of the...

We're Moving!  We've had some exciting plans in the works and they're finally coming together. Yes, we're staying in downtown Washburn! Our new location is just a few short blocks away...

The snow is here and we're ready to play. Fix your gear, layer up, & Grab your Forest Pass!

Staff Holiday Gift Picks 2021 - Local People, Local Gifts! Beat the holiday rush and avoid shipping delays - shop local!  Support local makers here at AdventureUs.  Check out our...

Check out our Duluth KBJR 6 News feature by Kendall Jarboe "The Local Exchange: Washburn sewing store aims to fix more than just broken zippers. ... The goal of this sewing...