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Nature writing and poetry— for the quiet hours.

Exploring the Quiet Beauty of Nature

You are invited to journey through the serene landscapes of nature and the quiet beauty of faith—where every moment offers a chance to reconnect with the world around us.

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My books celebrate the beauty of the North Shore of Lake Superior and

the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. They offer a calm nature reading experience, encouraging moments of reflection away from the frantic pace of everyday life.

Each story invites you to pause, breathe, and connect with the serenity of nature.

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As featured in

Grand Marais News-Herald

Northern Wild 

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St. Paul Pioneer Press

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Visual Stories

Connect. Explore. Rediscover.

John Bragstad's works weave nature writing, contemplative poetry, and faith reflections that immerse readers in the tranquility of nature. 

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Introducing "Meditations for the Untethered"

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A collection of Christian free-verse poetry and contemplative reflections crafted for the Christian heart—intended for all.

Written in the serene surroundings of Lake Superior, these poems offer small shelters for life's real weather encompassing moments of laughter, grief, and deep searching.

Dive into this inspiring journey that resonates with the complexities of faith and emotion. Perfect for anyone seeking solace and reflection in their spiritual walk.

About John Bragstad

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"A former canoe guide in the BWCAW and Canada, John knows the outdoors intimately.

In addition, he spent 25 years as a marriage counselor, and he offers sage, safe, common-sense advice on how to maneuver through troubled waters."

Brian Larsen, Cook County News-Herald

"We do not read poetry

to escape life but to enter

it more fully."

From the North Shore of Lake Superior—Nature's Gentle Wisdom

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