Trent Jonas

Trent Jonas is a Twin Cities-based writer, editor, and photographer with more than 15 years of experience covering travel, the outdoors, and legal issues. A Midwest native, he has spent the last four decades exploring Minnesota and has traveled to 22 countries, 43 states, and 43 U.S. national parks. His byline has appeared in publications ranging from USA Today to Only In Your State. Jonas holds a B.A. in English writing from the University of Minnesota and an M.F.A. in creative writing from the University of Texas at El Paso. He is the proud father of two adult children and has won awards for his photography and poetry.