Journal
Notes from the lakes.
Field notes on the property, the lake, and the business of finding your place in the Brainerd Lakes, written by Noah Goedker.
The lake
Mitchell Lake Ranks as Minnesota's Fishiest Lake
September 3, 2026 · Noah Goedker
The Star Tribune reported that Mitchell Lake earned the state DNR's only perfect score for fish health. Here is what that means for life on the water.
Read the story
The property
Why 123 Feet of Level Sand Beach Is a Rare Lake Find
September 3, 2026 · Noah Goedker
Many Minnesota lake lots drop steeply to the water. Level elevation with no stairs changes everything about how a lake home lives, for every generation.
Read the story
Buying
A First-Timer's Guide to Lake-Home Shopping in the Brainerd Lakes
September 3, 2026 · Noah Goedker
From Brainerd to Crosslake, Nisswa to Pequot Lakes, here is what to look for on your first lake-home search, and where 16138 Zigmund Dr checks every box.
Read the storyKeep reading