Winnipeg to Minneapolis is about a 6 1/2 hour drive, I make it about 6 times a year, doesn't seem like that long a drive to me, but when you live in the middle of nowhere, time is relative. I think it would be quite an adventure for you with many interesting stops along the way, I would do it in a heartbeat. Hopefully next spring in Minneapolis will be much better than this past spring and you can get out and enjoy some of the beautiful sights in the city......if not, you might get to try some ice fishing.