Lake and Company

07/31/2026

Running into the weekend like:

07/30/2026

In a season often defined by packed calendars and busy schedules, there's something refreshing about slowing down to watch balloons gently rise into the morning sky.

From July 31 through August 8, 2026, the skies just outside Des Moines will once again fill with vibrant balloons, creating a spectacle that has become synonymous with summer in Iowa.

But the National Balloon Classic is about much more than what happens overhead. It's a celebration of community, featuring live music, family-friendly entertainment, local food, and the kind of small-town hospitality that keeps visitors coming back year after year. Read more:

Chasing Summer Skies at the National Balloon Classic By: Maizy Burk There’s something magical about watching a hot air balloon drift effortlessly across an endless summer sky. Each year in Indianola, Iowa, that magic comes to life as dozens of colorful balloons lift off at sunrise and sunset, tran...

07/27/2026

We sat down with Skip Sorenson to talk about how one innovation is redefining the pontoon boating experience.

“I like to refer to it as a magic carpet ride. People love it. Families, skiers, and passengers notice the difference immediately."

Rather than simply adding more horsepower, Hydrofin is designed to make every horsepower work more efficiently—changing the way people experience life on the water.

🌊Read the full story by clicking the link below or find it in Issue 32 of Lake and Company!
https://www.thelakeandcompany.com/blogs/news/flying-in-hot-how-hydrofin-is-changing-the-future-of-pontoon-performance

07/22/2026

The colors of a July morning in Canal Park. 🚢
Purple, orange and blue hues light the sky as the sun begins to rise over Lake Superior.

📸 Nicholas Narog

07/21/2026

Five friends, one colorful campervan named Koolaid, and an unforgettable journey through Oregon's wine country, waterfalls, rugged coastline, and mountain landscapes.

Some trips check a destination off your bucket list. Others change the way you experience travel.

⭐️ Our latest blog brings this story to life. Click below to read the full feature.
https://www.thelakeandcompany.com/blogs/news/oregon-trail-an-unforgettable-pacific-northwest-road-trip

Originally featured in Issue 29, this adventure follows the scenic roads of the Willamette Valley to the towering peaks of Mount Hood, capturing the moments that make a road trip unforgettable!

07/14/2026

Tucked into your own corner of paradise. 🌲
Cuyuna Cabin Collection is a collection of thoughtfully designed vacation rentals in Crosby, Minnesota, created for slowing down, reconnecting, and making the most of time outdoors.

What began with the restoration of a forgotten miner's home has grown into a collection of one-of-a-kind cabins, each offering a cozy home base for everything Cuyuna has to offer.

Even better? Cuyuna Cabin Collection is a part of Lake and Company “Great Getaway Giveaway”.

Enter for your chance to win a FREE two-night stay here or at one of eight other incredible cabins, resorts, and boutique hotels across Minnesota and Wisconsin.

How to Enter:
✓ Visit the link below and complete the entry form
https://www.thelakeandcompany.com/pages/getaway-giveaway
✓ Tag friends you'd love to bring along
✓ Follow participating accounts

🎉 The winner will be announced on August 20th on Lake & Company Instagram & pages, and emailed directly. Until then, consider this your sign to start dreaming about your next Northwoods escape.

07/14/2026

The portage is worth the view. 🛶

📍The Boundary Waters, full of pristine glacial lakes, northern pine forests and miles of interconnected canoe routes and natural land spanning the U.S & Canadian border. A place of true adventure and peace near and dear to our hearts.

📸 Mark Tade

07/11/2026

Weekend mood:

📸 Morgan Bragg

07/08/2026

Wednesday Waves 🌊 Bringing you a calming sense of the lake, no matter where you are today.

Shoutout to Andreas Danner for this beautiful photo of the Minnesota state bird.