Backyard Banya Sauna Sessions with SauNice in Mounds View
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels since the activity is low-impact but requires comfort with heat and cold transitions.
Overview
Discover the Backyard Banya in Mounds View, MN—a wood-fired sauna retreat offering hot and cold sessions to refresh body and mind. Join SauNice for an invigorating community wellness experience unlike any other in the region.
Adventure Tips
Dress for quick changes
Bring a robe, towel, and sandals for easy transitions between hot sauna and cold plunge.
Hydrate before and after
Sauna heat and cold plunges can dehydrate quickly; drink plenty of water throughout the session.
Avoid metal accessories
Metal can become dangerously hot in the sauna, so remove jewelry and watches beforehand.
Listen to your body
If you feel dizzy or uncomfortable during hot or cold immersion, step out and rest.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer often seen grazing in nearby woods
- Various songbirds that enliven the sauna’s natural setting
History
Sauna culture traces back to Nordic immigrants who settled in Minnesota, bringing wood-fired saunas as a social and health tradition.
Conservation
SauNice emphasizes sustainable wood use and responsible water consumption during sauna sessions to reduce environmental impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Robe or sauna wrap
Provides modesty and warmth between sauna and plunge sessions.
Non-slip sandals
Safe footwear for wet and slippery patio or changing areas.
Towel
For drying off after cold immersion and sitting on sauna benches.
Water bottle
Helps maintain hydration before, during, and after sauna use.