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Embrace the magic of winter on a snowshoe walk. This one-mile snowshoe walk is on a fairly easy trail. There will be a short hill or two. This activity is appropriate for a wide range of ages and abilities. There is a a range of sizes for snowshoes to borrow. Most kids under four usually just walk in their boots, but they can try out our preschool-size snowshoes if they wish. Sleds are allowed if you want to pull someone…
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Last summer, Laura Arneson and a crew of friends set out to paddle all 400-plus miles of the Noatak River -- encountering whitewater, wildlife, humans and a whole lotta wind along the way. During this event, Arneson will share stories of the folks they met, the omnipresent threat of climate change and mining to the area and the joys of wilderness travel with friends.
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The Lake Superior Estuarium houses family-centered exhibits that tell the story of the St. Louis River Estuary, Lake Superior and the communities on their shores. It also includes a classroom, meeting space and offices. The exhibit hall includes a play area for young children, maps to orient visitors to the largest estuary on Lake Superior, and information to help anyone explore. An estuarium is gathering place for learning and play. The term is a combination of words “estuary” and “museum.”…
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Bold North is a short documentary film exploring the wilds of Minnesota. Accompanied by an original full orchestral score recorded by the Budapest Scoring Orchestra, Bold North accentuates the beauty, drama, and magnificence of the wildlife, landscapes, and vast natural diversity that can be found within The Star of the North. The film includes over 60 locations throughout Minnesota including the Sax-Zim Bog. Benji Inniger is a nationally award-winning composer, sound designer, recording engineer, musician, director and photographer from Mankato,…
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$30 – $50
Relax in one or more mobile saunas, take a plunge into the icy waters of Lake Superior or try cold-plunge tanks for a unique experience. Inside the banquet room, enjoy hot teas, explore beauty products and unwind with friends. A private bar completes the experience, offering an array of beverages to suit every taste.
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The annual event returns for its 25th anniversary and Parton's 79th birthday. Costumes encouraged.
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The annual event returns for its 25th anniversary and Parton's 79th birthday. Costumes encouraged.
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From Jan. 18-20 Minnesota residents age 16 or older can fish or dark-house spear without an angling or spearing license if they take a child younger than 15 fishing or spearing. Check the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' learn-to-ice-fish page for more information about ice fishing and mndnr.gov/icesafety for ice safety guidelines. The DNR advises anglers to put safety first when making plans.
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$53.50
Grand Superior Lodge’s monthly event features a mobile sauna set outside on a courtyard overlooking Lake Superior, a cozy outdoor wood-fired sauna, a plunge in the cold tub and an indoor banquet space with a cash bar, cozy changing rooms and complimentary warm beverages.
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The Lake Superior Estuarium houses family-centered exhibits that tell the story of the St. Louis River Estuary, Lake Superior and the communities on their shores. It also includes a classroom, meeting space and offices. The exhibit hall includes a play area for young children, maps to orient visitors to the largest estuary on Lake Superior and information to help anyone explore. An estuarium is gathering place for learning and play. The term is a combination of words “estuary” and “museum.”…
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$10
The Ultra Pickle Project is a documentary about running the Superior Fall Race 100-mile ultramarathon on the Superior Hiking Trail and how the experience transforms runners. The race follows rugged and technical terrain, with participants running through the night, testing every limit. Documentary filmmakers Jeff Berg and Lucy Hawthorne follow the 2023 runners in the film. Advance tickets are available at runsignup.com. All proceeds benefit the Superior Hiking Trail. The screening and winter trail panel are the culminating events of…
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Head out with a naturalist on a one-mile snowshoe walk to discover Jay Cooke State Park in winter. Adult and children’s snowshoes available to borrow. Contact Park Naturalist Kris Hiller at 218-673-7005 or kris.hiller @ state.mn.us to register. Although programs are free, a Minnesota State Park vehicle permit is needed to enter the park -- they can be purchased upon arrival. All programs meet at the River Inn Visitor Center. Warm clothes, boots, hats, gloves, water and other helpful winter-hiking…
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$15
Wild Teaching and Learning is a series of nature-based learning experiences that center on themes of current seasonal happenings in Duluth and compares these findings to phenology at Voyageurs National Park. Sessions are designed for educators, though all adults are welcome to attend. The January session will look at the basic ways to identify Minnesota trees in the wintertime. Examine patterns in branching, bark, buds and leaf scars. Explore the trails and trees of Hartley Nature Center and take home…
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Matthew Young, co-Author of The Stokes Guide to Finches of the US and Canada, President and founder of the Finch Research Network will lead a finch talk in the Sax-Zim Bog. He is the President and Founder of the Finch Research Network. Matt has been observing and enjoying nature since a very young age. He’s lived in Central New York for 26+ years and it was during this time when he really started studying everything from birds to orchids and…
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Matthew Young, co-Author of The Stokes Guide to Finches of the US and Canada,...
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The Lake Superior Estuarium houses family-centered exhibits that tell the story of the St. Louis River Estuary, Lake Superior and the communities on their shores. It also includes a classroom, meeting space and offices. The exhibit hall includes a play area for young children, maps to orient visitors to the largest estuary on Lake Superior and information to help anyone explore. An estuarium is gathering place for learning and play. The term is a combination of words “estuary” and “museum.”…
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