Our landscape is a rich mixture of unique wetlands and boreal forest inhabited by diverse plant and animal communities. Our neighbors include numerous species of migratory waterfowl, raptors, wolves, bear and many other wonderful creatures.
Harsh winters provide another distinguishing feature of our place.
Embarrass is frequently cited as the coldest spot in the nation during winter months, when temperatures can drop below minus 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Cool average temperatures can bring an unpredictable frost at any time of year, making gardening and farming a special challenge. To the north of Embarrass is the Boundary Waters Wilderness, to the south are the Embarrass Mountains and the Hundred Mile Swamp. The place we call Embarrass is an interesting mix of ecological, geological and climatic features.