WELCOME TO OWATONNA
Welcome to South-central Minnesota’s hidden gem. Discover world-renowned
architecture, beautiful parks, tasty food and a charming historic
downtown, all in Owatonna. Make your plans today!
The snow of this hearty Minnesota winter is melting and making way for spring flowers. The days are getting longer, and the temps are rising; climb out of your cabin and head out on a spring adventure in Owatonna.
There are some things that you can only do in Owatonna. You’ll be able to visit a world-famous historic landmark (a bank designed by Louis Sullivan), and the only-known Orphanage Museum in the country. Find out more from our list of 5 Unique Things to Do in Owatonna.
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coyoteblue511
In Deep
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#thatskythough #sunset #justonemore #sorrynotsorry #fearless #onlyinmn #mnsunset #minnstagrammers #minnesotaphotographers #midwestlife #midwestgrammers #midwest_captures #minnesota_premier #minnesota365 #sotastories #boldnorth #fivestars_sunsets #visitowatonna #moodysunset #moodyinminnesota #minnesotausa #optoutside #planetoutside #onlyinmn #capturemn #exploreminnesota #minnesotaexposure
jessicairenephoto
“If you think my winter is too cold, you don’t deserve my spring.” ~Erin Hanson
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This is a snow pile at the end of our driveway. I assure you, our yard is normally flat. Built in hills! 🤷🏼♀️
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#minnesotaexposure
#onlyinMN
#wilderness_kids
#igworld_global
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#celebrate_childhood
#treasuringlittlememories
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#parenthood_moments
#honestlyparents
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#dearestviewfinder
#lovingtheordinarymoments
#momtogs
#littleadventures_bigpictures
#talesofthemoment
#visitowatonna
#minnesotaphotographer
created_by_annie
These sweet cousins were all born within a year of each other. Its so fun to see them grow and watch how they interact when they get together!
markstendel
Pre-dawn moon over downtown Owatonna
Visitowatonna
Today is the last day of @exploreminnesota’s #HikeMN campaign and we are sad to see it go! Thank you to @girlof10000lakes for coming to visit and showing off the colors of Kaplan’s Woods, thank you to Explore Minnesota for featuring us this year, and thank you to all of you who have come out to see our beautiful trails! Fall in Minnesota truly is a wondrous thing, but sharing it together is even better. Enjoy the rest of autumn, Minnesota, because we sure will be! #OnlyInMn #VisitOwatonna 📸: @girlof10000lakes
useitorloseitmindovermatter
Welcome owatonna #owatonnamn
amanda.plus.two
"The boys sure adore Aunty Nini. Thankful for the holidays bringing family together. This year Nini brought Dan-0 and his parents, which was nice to get to know everyone more. . This year was also filled with lots of new family. Met my Dad's birth family. Nikki is getting a new family. Only a little over a month till she's married!!! . .
Feeling grateful for all the wonderful people in our lives."
cfranklinphotos
"Fallen in 2013 according to the park ranger, this one gives back to tree bore species and other life forms. It truly is Genesis, life from lifelessness.
#christopherjfranklinphotography #visitowatonna #Owatonna #owatonnamn #capturemn #minnesota #onlyinmn #ricelakestatepark"
visitowatonna
Happy 1st day of Summer! The weather may be deceiving, but we will be back to sunny skies and water park days before you know it. #VisitOwatonna #OnlyInMn 📸: @everydayeverhards
everleyanne
Senior session with Ms. L at the fair! #hazel #naturalbeauty #brownswissbeauty #srpictures #sundayfunday #girlsandcows #beauty #photography #photographer #midwestisbest #midwestbeauty #owatonnaphotography #mnphotographer #owatonnamn
everydayeverhards
Fishing 🎣 with daddy ❤️#dearphotographer #thebeautifulreal #MomLife #ClickinMoms #MomTogs #LetThemBeLittle #CameraMama #MotherHood #LetTheKids #SimplyChildren #ThatsDarling #MagicOfChildHood #Our_Everyday_Momemts #ChildOfIG #DocumentYourDays #embracingtheeveryday #KidsForReal #MotherhoodThroughInstagram #DearPhotographer #LittleAndBrave #thenarrativesociety #MotherhoodUnplugged #beyondthewanderlust #owatonna #365photochallenge #photography #thescincerestoryteller #deeplyauthentic #visitowatonna #dpmagfaves
mn_landescapes
It's just around the corner... 🌷🌾🌞🌳🌻
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#visitowatonna #thisismymn #thisismyminnesota #exploremn #captivatemn #captureminnesota #capturemn #optoutside #landscapephotography #landscape #minnstagramers #mnproud #stateology #springtime #springhassprung #hikemn #mnhikerchick #minnesotaexposure #minnesotaphotographer #midwestphotographer #leorudolphnaturereserve
kristenannakopp
Happy Weekend, Friends!
imagesbygabrielle
Happy happy new year everyone!! It’s official the second week of 2️⃣0️⃣1️⃣9️⃣!! 🎉⠀
Last year around this time we were gearing up to celebrate this couples love and it is probably one of our favorite winter weddings to date! Anyone else love weddings that have snow? ❄️ I feel like snow can get a bad rap, but it is so pretty. And when you live in a state that has snow nearly half the year, you begin to embrace the beauty of it. So don’t mind me as I sit here and secretly pray for a snow storm to come rolling in over the next few days so that we can snap some pics in it! ⛄️ 📷 ⠀
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#imagesbygabrielle #engagementphotographer #engagementphotos #weddingphotographer #minnesotaphotographer #minnesotaweddingphotographer #mankatophotographer #travelingphotographer #bridetobe #brideandgroom #weddingseason #southerminnesotabride #mnbride #visitowatonna #owatonnaparks #owatonnatrails
created_by_annie:
Taking photos at the fair was a fun challenge! So happy my sister let me try it out on her cute family 😍
owatonnafarmersmarket
"Today's featured vendor is AvaDee's Bakeree.
Ava and Scout are new to the market this year. This awesome duo is teaming up to offer you and your pooch delicious homebaked goods. Be sure to grab a scrumptious cookie or sweet bread for yourself and treat your pup to some fresh made ""Scoutie Snacks"". Now the whole family can get themself a treat while at the market 🐶❤😃 #owatonnafarmersmarket #shopsmall #welovefurrbabies #owatonnamn #farmersmarketfinds #localfinds #visitowatonnamn #farmersmarkettreats"
roadtrip__usa
"🇺🇸Owatonna’s Three T-38 Talon “Thunderbird” Jets, Minnesota🇺🇸
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#Owatonna #ThunderbirdJets #Minnesota #OwatonnaMN #T38 #Talon #USRoadtrip #USATravel #DiscoverAmerica #TripToUSA #TravelTheUSA #USAOnTheRoad #USTravel #AmericaTheBeautiful #TravelAmerica #ExploreAmerica #ExploreUSA #CrossCountryRoadtrip #AmericaTrip #SeeAmerica #RoadtripUSA #TripUSA #TravelMyUSA #VisitUSA #TravelUSA #USTrip #USATrip #VisitTheUSA #AmericanRoadtrip #USARoadtrip"
jessicairenephoto
“Take love with you wherever you go.” ~ Thomas Austin (my dad,1950-2008.) ❤️❤️
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#project_faceless
#atdiff_kids
#cameramama
#the_sugar_jar
#documentyourdays
#our_everyday_moments
#ourcandidlife
#my_magical_moments
#theartofchildhood
#magicofchildhood
#candidchildhood
#littlepiecesofchildhood
#celebrate_childhood
#treasuringlittlememories
#mom_hub
#storytellingmama
#parenthood_moments
#honestlyparents
#momswithcameras
#dearestviewfinder
#lovingtheordinarymoments
#boldemotionalcolorful
#momswithcameras
#momtogs
#embracingtheeveryday
#visitowatonna
#pixel_kids
#journey_into_photography
#theoutdoorchild
#jj_its_kids
owatonnafarmersmarket
"Continuing our look back on this season's vendor features, today is a double feature!
First up is our feature of Souba's Fresh Picked Vegetables
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=276768939842924&id=189846011868551
#owatonnafarmersmarket #owatonnamn #thankyoufarmers #farmfresh #pumpkinseason #shoplocal"
jessicairenephoto
Thanks for all the lovely moments at the #SCFF. 🎡
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#documentary_captured_
#childhoodunplugged
#thelifestylecollective
#thegallerycollective
#the_camera_clique
#thefreespiritedchild
#gf_kids
#belovedlife
#thehonestlens
#thesincerestoryteller
#letthemexplore
#boldemotionalcolorful
#celebrate_childhood
#storytellingmama
#the_mindful_approach
#theartofchildhood
#atdiff_kids
#my_magical_moments
#theheartcaptured
#runwildmychild
#kidsforreal
#candidchildhood
#childrenseemagic
#nothingisordinary
#let_there_be_delight
#childhoodwonders
#kids_of_our_world
#childhoodunplugged
kristenannakopp
This is what a sunrise looks like at -29 Fahrenheit. Worth getting up for!
jessicairenephoto
More snow forecasted for today and it’s officially March! 🍀 Let’s go in like a lion 🦁 and out like a lamb 🐑 please!
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#embracingtheeveryday
#enchantedchildhood
#pixel_kids
#journey_into_photography
#theoutdoorchild
#the_camera_clique
#thefreespiritedchild
#gf_kids
#belovedlife
#thehonestlens
#thesincerestoryteller
#letthemexplore
#boldemotionalcolorful
#celebrate_childhood
#storytellingmama
#the_mindful_approach
#theartofchildhood
#atdiff_kids
#my_magical_moments
#theheartcaptured
#runwildmychild
#kidsforreal
#candidchildhood
#childhoodwonders
#kids_of_our_world
#childhoodunplugged
#motherhoodiscolorful
#visitowatonna
#minnesotaexposure
#minnesotaphotographer
steelectyfreefair
“Hey, everybody, come see me and my grandpa, Scott Kozelka, SCFF Fair Manager, at the #SteeleCountyFreeFair #August 14-19 #OwatonnaMN #MinnesotasLargestCountyFair #SCFF If you can read, check out the website at www.scff.org for more information. #SeeYouAtTheFair”
mn_landescapes
Designed by Owatonna native, pilot, and adventurer, Reuben W. "Buzz" Kaplan, it's hard to miss this captivating sculpture located at the Degner Regional Airport just off HWY 35. °
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#visitowatonna #owatonnadegnerairport #thunderbird #t38talon #thisismyminnesota #thisismymn #captureminnesota #capturemn #stateology #optoutside #mnproud #exploremn #hikemn #cloudporn #mnsunsets #minnesotaphotographer #minnstagramers #landscapephotography #landscape #onlyinminnesota
nate_brindley
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It’s amazing. Found new trails too. #minnesotamountianbiking #mountainbiking #owatonnamn"
jessicairenephoto
I think Fall was showing off during this family photo shoot. The sun reflecting off the water...the Fall tones. 😍 Gah....so pretty! 🍁🧡🍁🧡
created_by_annie
Originally she did NOT want to be a wolf for Halloween. Once she tried on the costume, she wouldn't stop howling. I guess that's a good sign 😂
cfranklinphotos
More from the #Kodak Retina III camera, using #Ektar 100 ISO #film
#visitowatonna #steelecountyfreefair #SCFF #owatonna #sign #signage #signhunting #signhunters #signcollective #neon #neonsign #MN #Minnesota #kodakretina3
sehopwood
Just a boy waiting for the 🚂 at the bixby depot. .
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#visitowatonna #steeleco #historical #historialsociety #steelecountyhistorycenter #yesterdays #trains #traindepot #traindelays #onlyinmn #onlyinminnesota #explore #exploremn #boymom #bixby #captureminnesota #capturemn #letsdominnesota #visitmn #minnesotahistory #thisismymn #thisisamerica #visitmn
sandy.skalicky
Walking the path and a water break. #dogsofinstagram #shihtzusofinstagram #shihtzu #jasper #owatonnamn #owatonnaparks
everleyanne
Pure Beauty! Memorial day memory 2018
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#rainbow #doublerainbow #beautyafterthestorm #visitowatonna #exploresteelecounty #visitowatonnamaycontest #exploremn #midwestisbest #midwestbeauty #midwestmoment #owatonnaphotographer #owatonnamn
visitowatonna
Spring keeps rising, snow keeps melting. #VisitOwatonna #OnlyInMn
Beautiful shot by: @_moonchild616_
jessicairenephoto
Just living her favorite life at the county fair. 🎡
aereography_llc
Is it summer yet?
everydayeverhards
Night snow ❄️❄️ #blackandwhiteisworththefight
#bnw_planet
#bnw_greatshots
#pocket_bnw
#bnwmagic
#shared_bnw_moments
#jj_monochromekids
#bnw_kids_
#bnwmood
#bnw_legit
#kids_in_bnw
#b1withbnw
#monochromemavens
#bnwcommunity
#bnwmaster
#authenticallytold
#documentaryphotography
#documentarian
#visitowatonna
#photographer_stories
#honestlydocumented
#documentyourdays
#thehonestcapture
#mybeautifulreal
#shamoftheperfect
#our_everyday_moments
#lookslikefilmkids
#theartofchildhood
#nationalgeographic
#a_moment_in_time_captured
kristenannakopp
An unexpected glorious October Sunday is a gift meant to be savored in the woods with a friend. 🍁✨🍂☀️
created_by_annie
Can you tell that she's excited?? 😀
curlygirlzmn
What a beautiful sunrise this morning. I'd like to believe that this means no snow or rain today & tomorrow, but there is a chill in the air. Easter is just around the corner. Stop by the retail store for all your basket needs. #owatonnamn #nomoresnow #spring
mnhikerchick
Nearing home on the last leg of my 8 mile run, I decided it was time to slow down. Time to stop and smell the roses, or in my case the clusters of wild iris, brown eyed Susan's, cat tails, and a faint hint of the oil that soaks the railway.
While walking the tracks I couldn't help but relish in the beauty of every millisecond. Wanting to bring a piece of the magic home with me, I decided to pick a fabulous bouquet, one worthy of display in those quaint flower shops with their usual array of roses and baby's breath, my bouquet would be the most beautiful of them all.
With a hope that others enjoy who drive along the roadway that parallels the train tracks, I plucked my bouquet with care, not wanting to disturb the petalled pockets too much.
In these moments, I picked my happiness, both literally and figuratively. I witnessed, with eyes wide open, a world so exceptionally divine in all its simplicity and picked my happiness. °
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#mnhikerchick #growflourishbeginagain #amoungthewild #seekadventure #findyourhappy #visitowatonna #exploremn #womenwhohike #likeamountaingirl #womenwhoexplore #hikelikeawoman #mtnchicks #hikerchick #explorerchick #mystory #wildbynature #adventure #hikemn #optoutside #minnstagrammers #minnesotaphotographer #minnesotaexposure
scottasummer
The snow just keeps falling here in Minnesota and producing whiteout conditions... at least it isn’t -60° anymore...
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#minnesota365 #minnesota #moodygrams #moodyinminnesota #mnexposure #onlyinmn #boldnorth #polarvortex #landof10000lakes #myminnesota #minneaota_captures #visitowatonna #captivatemn #meinminnesota #shotonsony #a7iii #sonyalpha #minnesotalife #owatonna #capturemn #moodygrams #whiteout #winterwonderland #usaprimeshot
laureneverhardphotography
I don’t really mind dreary days when I get to spend them with fun couples. 😁 ❤️ #owatonnaphotographer #owatonnaphotography #owatonna #exploremn #minnesota #photography #portraitphotography #mn #owatonna #owatonnaphotographer #owatonnaphotography #smalpresets #engagementphotos #sunset #love #beautiful #engagmentphotography #engagmentphotoshoot #shesaidyes #visitowatonna #ladiesbehindthelens #nisswamn #thehappytogs #ladiesbehindthelens #photography #photographer
dustingaffke
Slowly walking down the hall, faster than a cannonball
created_by_annie:
Taking photos at the fair was a fun challenge! So happy my sister let me try it out on her cute family 😍
annelisefava
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""Princess Owatonna,"" the daughter of a local Indian chief who was supposedly healed by the magic waters of a nearby spring, hence, the name of the city!!!! .. A princesa Owatonna foi curada com as águas do lugar.... e desde então a cidade foi nomeada e cresceu.... #lenda #owatonnamn .
#legend #owatonna #mineralspringspark #exploringminnesota #minnesotaexposure #onlyinmn"
vpdstudio
#theoldest #themiddleone and #thelittlegirl. One of the last times they’ll do this. #stillthreefornow. @vpdmamma @cabelas #owatonnamn
gabrielleahoward
What could be better than a Sunday morning walk and donuts! 🍩😋
@northstardonuts @jeff.paramed
#howardtribe #visitowatonna #northstardonuts #donutfamily #donutsunday #minidonuts #donutlifeistheonlylife #owatonna
gabrielleahoward
What could be better than a Sunday morning walk and donuts! 🍩😋
@northstardonuts @jeff.paramed
#howardtribe #visitowatonna #northstardonuts #donutfamily #donutsunday #minidonuts #donutlifeistheonlylife #owatonna
kristenannakopp
This is my anthem, this is my song / The theme of the stories I've heard for so long / God has been faithful, He will be again / His loving compassion, it knows no end / All I have need of, His hand will provide / He's always been faithful to me -Sara Groves @grovesroad
kristenannakopp
Valentines Day Sunset 🧡💙
kristenannakopp
#visitowatonna #capturemn #exploremn #onlyinmn #countingjoys2019 #kohlmiersunset #sundogs #midwestmagic #gathermidwest
jessicairenephoto
I just spent two full days with only my littlest love and my heart is feeling full and grateful! It’s lovely giving one on one time to each kiddo, so we do try to split them up and make that happen from time to time. ❤️❤️ #savoringsummer
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#beonewiththeboys
#igworld_global
#project_faceless
#stellar_shots
#momswithcameras
#dearestviewfinder
#lovingtheordinarymoments
#boldemotionalcolorful
#momtogs
#embracingtheeveryday
#enchantedchildhood
#pixel_kids
#journey_into_photography
#theoutdoorchild
#mytinymoments
#realmotherhoodseries
#jj_its_kids
#beyondthewanderlust
#beinstainspired
#visitowatonna
#minnesotaphotographer
#splendid_earth
#moody_nature
#cameramama
#the_camera_clique
#theabstractlens
girlof1000lakes
Where’s your favorite hiking spot? 🏃♀️🍁 My feed has slowly been turning orange from all of the colorful fall foliage seen on our new fav hiking trails. You can check out my latest blog article on our recent hiking trip to @visitowatonna’s Kaplan’s Woods Parkway. Link in bio.
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Kiwi had a grand time running through the leaves along the trails at Kaplan’s Woods. I only had to carry her half the time 😂. Leaves are definitely at its peak in this neck of the woods. There are plenty of pretty views. I especially like trails like this because it’s surrounded by both woodland & water. There is even a new mountain bike 🚵♂️ trail for those looking for a different kind of adventure.
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You can check out other fall hiking trails in Minnesota by looking up @exploreminnesota’s Hike MN campaign. Top link in bio will lead you to that list link via my blog article. Thanks a bunch to @exploreminnesota for partnering with me to share these awesome outdoor resources MN has to offer. #sponsored #OnlyinMN
franticnfrowzy
"Future Artists of America
@jeniayn @love.renay @shastabrekke @kidspirationofficial @minnesotaexposure #thesmittenkitten #familyfirst #familyisforever #familyovereverything #painting #halloween #owatonnamn #youngartist"
aereography_llc
I've had a lot of compliments the past few days on all my pictures of the Steele County Free Fair. I appreciate all the support!!
everydayeverhards
Happy sunshine girl ☀️ #dearphotographer #thebeautifulreal #ChildhoodUnplugged #MomLife #ClickinMoms #MomTogs #LetThemBeLittle #CameraMama #MotherHood #LetTheKids #SimplyChildren #ThatsDarling #MagicOfChildHood #Our_Everyday_Momemts #ChildOfIG #DocumentYourDays #embracingtheeveryday #DearPhotographer #LittleAndBrave #thenarrativesociety #MotherhoodUnplugged #beyondthewanderlust #owatonna #365photochallenge #photography #thescincerestoryteller #deeplyauthentic #visitowatonna #dpmagfaves
highway_highlights
Owatonna, MN. #churchesofmn #archilovers #baroquearchitecture #archidaily #owatonnamn #architexture
jessicairenephoto
“All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost, the old that is strong does not wither, deep roots are not reached by the frost.” ❄️
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#jj_naturelovers
#naturephotography
#momtogs
#mom_hub
#momentsinthesun
#momswithcameras
#clickinmoms
#quest_4_magic
#magic_in_the_details
#prettyshots
#ournaturedays
#boldemotionalcolorful
#ig_eternity
#thegalleryoflight
#shared_joy
#fiftyshades_of_nature
#thehonestlens
#marvelouz_world
#theboldnorth
#minnesotaphotographer
#minnesotaexposure
#gooutsideandplay
#visitowatonna
#theabstractlens
owatonnafarmersmarket
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Today’s Featured Vendor is Studio 122
From handcrafted signature fishing lures to glass works Studio 122 has something for you! Their artisan painted glass lamps, dispensers, glass angels, and dragonflies are a local favorite. Did you know you can find your next cake/cupcake plate at the market with Studio 122? Visit the market this Saturday and find your new favorite market find at Studio 122!
#owatonnafarmersmarket
#owatonnamn #shopsmall #farmersmarketfinds #farmersandmakersmarket #artisanfinds"
markstendel
I assume we have lost a substantial amount of the snow in this picture.
visitowatonna
And the 1st Place winner of our #VisitOwatonnaMayContest is: Lauren Everhard! Congratulations Lauren on this beautiful shot that holds so much child-like wonder and the hope of spring.
Thank you again to all who entered- there were so many beautiful moments captured. Keep snapping those pictures, maybe the next contest will have you winning! #VisitOwatonna #OnlyInMn
everydayeverhards
I totally missed the loop today. This day is never a good day I think. I was in third grade in Mrs Merciers class at CIS in Waseca. I never really understood fully the magnitude until I watched footage as a teenager. Such a sad, awful day for our country. #letmeexplore #thebeautifulreal #ChildhoodUnplugged #MomLife #ClickinMoms #MomTogs #LetThemBeLittle #CameraMama #MotherHood #LetTheKids #SimplyChildren #ThatsDarling #MagicOfChildHood #Our_Everyday_Momemts #ChildOfIG #DocumentYourDays #embracingtheeveryday #DearPhotographer #LittleAndBrave #thenarrativesociety #MotherhoodUnplugged #beyondthewanderlust #owatonna #365photochallenge #photography #thescincerestoryteller #deeplyauthentic #visitowatonna #dpmagfaves
aereography_llc
❄️Winter isn’t all that bad❄️
everydayeverhards
Mom and dad at the tree farm 😂🌲 #dearphotographer #thebeautifulreal #MomLife #ClickinMoms #MomTogs #LetThemBeLittle #CameraMama #MotherHood #LetTheKids #SimplyChildren #ThatsDarling #MagicOfChildHood #Our_Everyday_Momemts #ChildOfIG #DocumentYourDays #embracingtheeveryday #KidsForReal #MotherhoodThroughInstagram #DearPhotographer #LittleAndBrave #thenarrativesociety #MotherhoodUnplugged #beyondthewanderlust #owatonna #365photochallenge #photography #thescincerestoryteller #deeplyauthentic #visitowatonna #dpmagfaves #christmas
owatonnafarmersmarket
"The market is open, stop by and see all the awesome finds!
#owatonnafarmersmarket #owatonnamn #shopsmall #shoplocal #farmersmarketfinds #localfinds #farmersmarketfoodie"
aereography_llc
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created_by_annie:
Winter wonderland ⛄️
mnhikerchick
It was clear from the boot prints all around, that the structure was fairly new to the woods. I searched with hopeful eyes for its creators, hoping they would be like-minded individuals, who even as adults enjoy building stick forts in the woods. But there was no one to be found, no sound to be heard other than the creaking of the trees.
I crawled through the narrow opening on hands and knees, immediately feeling as blissfully joyful as a child. It was the simplest happiness that any stranger had unknowingly provided for me, and hopefully anyone else who stumbled upon this whimsical place and I was grateful.
I sat for a long while, covered by the limbs and quite frankly I'm surprised I didn't melt all the snow around because I radiated so much happiness! It was truly a moment in life of pure magic and I am thankful for the mystery creators that gave me this happiness!
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created_by_annie
We had so much fun picking out a tree yesterday! I can't lie.. John did most of the picking while us girls goofed around and took photos 🌲
mnhikerchick
It is in our best interest to find balance. To create a harmony within our lives that keeps us sane, allowing us to rationalize our way through life's problems.
But what if we can't? What if we teeter and wobble between harmony and what seems to be the shit storm of the century? What if we are 1 in 5 adults that navigates their way through life in a cloud of anxiety?
Reaching out is hard, it seriously is. To go to someone and say "Hey, I feel like my world is crumbling and I want to unleash an F5 tornado on your brain by trying to explain how my mind works." IT'S HARD!
So what next, person #1 didn't understand, person #2 has seemingly never been on your wavelength, and person #3 is great, they're amazing, they're your best friend but because of self preservation even they are kept at arms length.
Or at least that's how I feel sometimes. But pain equals growth, and growth equals hope. Hope for a harmonious moment when understanding is found. Whether we reach that understanding through person 1,2,3 or none of the above, we must understand ourselves. °
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#mnhikerchick #womenwhohike #likeamountaingirl #womenwhoexplore #hikelikeawoman #mtnchicks #outside_project #hikerchick #mystory #optoutside #idhikethat #wildbynature #hikingislife #adventure #exploremn #hikemn #keen #kaplanwoods #solohike #happyplace #upnorth #minnstagrammers #minnesotaphotographer #visitowatonna #ivealwayswantedtobeatree
cfranklinphotos
Using a Kodak Retina III camera and #Kodak #Ektar 100 #film, I was able to capture some nice images this last Summer, finally brought in for developing, more images to follow.
#istillshootfilm #35mm #kodakretinaiii #kodakfilm #35mmfilmphotography #ricelakestatepark #owatonna #owatonnamn #mn #minnesota #visitowatonna
sehopwood
Ghost 👻 Busters. .
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#laser #lasertag #visitowatonna #adulting
#ghostbusters #adultdating #doubledatenight
aereography_llc
Not quite Carnoustie but it will do ⛳️🏌️♂️🌅
astephan10
"Window selfie! .
#halloween #momandson #llama #flamingo #fortnite #fortnitelootllama #fortnitecostume #costumes #halloween2018 #owatonnamn #trickortreat #mymorning"
jessicairenephoto
“Today’s little moments become tomorrow’s precious memories.” 🦆❤️
ambwill
Happy 4th of July from the Will crew! We had a fun day of red, white and blue outfits, friends, puppies and Eloise enjoying fireworks for the first time! So completely grateful for the men and women that laid their lives down so we could celebrate this day! 🇺🇸❤️ #4thofjuly #owatonnamn
aereography_llc
Over the river and through the woods ❄️☃️
kristenannakopp
On those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned. ~Isaiah 9
dustingaffke
Intervals in the wind and rain before rolling home into the sunset.
jacob.mealey
Best pizza in town, it’s been a tradition in our family to go here every time we’re in Owatonna. #nickspizzapalace #owatonnamn #minnesota
sehopwood
Ghost 👻 Busters. .
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#laser #lasertag #visitowatonna #adulting
#ghostbusters #adultdating #doubledatenight
kristenannakopp
"Hold onto the promise
The stories are true
That Jesus makes all things new
-Andrew Peterson"
everydayeverhards
"It’s not too cold for Reagen to already to be playing in the fountain at mineral springs 😂 #captureminnesota #documentaryphotography
#documentarian
#visitowatonna
#photographer_stories
#honestlydocumented
#documentyourdays
#thehonestcapture
#mybeautifulreal
#shamoftheperfect
#realmotherhoodseries
#letthekids
#childrenseemagic
#mom_hub
#the_camera_clique
#our_everyday_moments
#lookslikefilmkids
#theartofchildhood
#owatonnaparks
#a_moment_in_time_captured
#deeplyauthentic
#storytellingmama
#writeyouonmyheart
#hellostoryteller
#childhoodeveryday
#childhoodpure
#
#thehonestcapture"
everydayeverhards
"GO OUTSIDE. Please. Before it snows. 😭😭😭 #cousinlife #cousinsforlife #captureminnesota #documentaryphotography
#documentarian
#visitowatonna
#photographer_stories
#honestlydocumented
#documentyourdays
#thehonestcapture
#mybeautifulreal
#shamoftheperfect
#realmotherhoodseries
#letthekids
#childrenseemagic
#mom_hub
#the_camera_clique
#our_everyday_moments
#lookslikefilmkids
#theartofchildhood
#owatonnaparks
#a_moment_in_time_captured
#deeplyauthentic
#storytellingmama
#writeyouonmyheart
#hellostoryteller
#childhoodeveryday
#childhoodpure
#honestlydocumented
#thehonestcapture"
kristenannakopp
His mercies are new every morning.
markstendel
"When, streaming from the eastern skies,
The morning light salutes my eyes,
O Sun of Righteousness Divine,
On me with beams of mercy shine."
everydayeverhards
"It really is so nice today! ☀️🍃#captureminnesota #documentaryphotography
#documentarian
#visitowatonna
#photographer_stories
#honestlydocumented
#documentyourdays
#thehonestcapture
#mybeautifulreal
#shamoftheperfect
#realmotherhoodseries
#letthekids
#childrenseemagic
#mom_hub
#the_camera_clique
#our_everyday_moments
#lookslikefilmkids
#theartofchildhood
#owatonnaparks
#a_moment_in_time_captured
#deeplyauthentic
#storytellingmama
#writeyouonmyheart
#hellostoryteller
#childhoodeveryday
#childhoodpure
#honestlydocumented
#thehonestcapture"
everydayeverhards
"Ugh. Make spring stay. Mother Nature can keep her two feet of snow and stick it somewhere. #captureminnesota #documentaryphotography
#documentarian
#visitowatonna
#photographer_stories
#honestlydocumented
#documentyourdays
#thehonestcapture
#mybeautifulreal
#shamoftheperfect
#realmotherhoodseries
#letthekids
#childrenseemagic
#mom_hub
#the_camera_clique
#our_everyday_moments
#lookslikefilmkids
#theartofchildhood
#owatonnaparks
#a_moment_in_time_captured
#deeplyauthentic
#storytellingmama
#writeyouonmyheart
#hellostoryteller
#childhoodeveryday
#childhoodpure
#honestlydocumented
#thehonestcapture"
timehistoric
"A quick shot taken in Owatonna, MN on my recent visit to Minneapolis. This is a gem of a town that I need to spend more time in. The amount of architectural treasures was incredible. Get ready for some design and architecture shots to be integrated into my feed. .
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#owatonna #visitowatonna #architecture #architecturephotography #stoplight #car #grayday #greyday #factory #minnesota #beautyallaround"
gabrielleahoward
"We visited the world biggest ice cream cone today! 🍦😋
#howardtribe #screamicecream #visitowatonna #icecreamsunday #imagesbygabrielle #sundayfunday"
miguelnavaphoto
Biggest landmark in Owatonna. #visitowatonna #minnesota #nikon #nikonz7 #mirrorless #powerplant #mood #cloudyskies #travel #travelphotography #streetphotography
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