The St. Louis River Alliance, in partnership with the city of Duluth, presents the Estuary Extravaganza and St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. There will be nature-inspired educational activities from Hawk Ridge, 1854 Treaty Authority, Superior Hiking Trail Association, the St. Louis River Alliance and more. There will also be live music by Cory Coffman and local food from Mama Roots food truck. A short program from 6 to 6:30 p.m. will include special guest speakers…
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From Perch Lake to Rask Bay, efforts are underway to restore the health of the St. Louis River. Learn about the many projects on the St. Louis River near Fond du Lac, Oliver, Gary and New Duluth and share your observations. Talk with the people working on these projects and learn more. A kid's activity table and snacks are provided. Informal presentations are from 5:30 - 6 p.m. Restoration work featured includes projects at Perch Lake, Mud Lake, invasive species…
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Duluth Parks and Rec will lead a hiking group for adults ages 55+. There will be a chance to explore a new trail each Monday evening throughout the summer. Hikes vary in difficulty. Dress for the weather. Chambers Grove is is a moderate hike and is the destination this week. Pre-registration is required. Other Trail Treks: July 31 5:45-6:45 p.m Park Point Nature Trail,Easier 3093 Aug. 7 5:45-6:45 p.m Oneota Park, Difficult 3094 Aug. 14 5:45-6:45 p.m Chester Park, Moderate…
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The local Gitchee Gumee chapter of Trout Unlimited is providing their expertise to lead free flycasting clinics in different Duluth parks this summer. This is an opportunity for community members to learn about the basic equipment and casting skills involved in fly fishing. Trout Unlimited’s instructors will teach the basics of casting a flyrod and introduce some basic flyfishing concepts. All equipment is provided. Register at duluthmn.gov/parks/register. Ages: 12+ Max Enrollment: 20
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Learn how to fish and share fishing stories from the past. Duluth Parks and Rec staff will provide rods and reels, tackle and live bait to share. Participants are also welcome to bring their own equipment. Prior fishing experience welcome. This program is for anyone looking to learn something new, refresh their skills or just go fishing. All ages welcome
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The Incredible Wild Edibles field event introduces dozens of wild edibles that can be found along the St. Louis River and in the region, with an emphasis on some of the best greens, mushrooms, roots, berries and bulbs that money can’t buy. The event is presented by Sarah (Sair) Foltz Jordan of the Xerces Society and coordinated by the St. Louis River Alliance. Space is limited and registration is required by Sept. 29 at 4 p.m. Use the Google Form…
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Everyone Can Bird is presented at Chambers Grove and follows the migration of many different bird species returning for the spring. This event is planned in partnership with the Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve, Duluth Parks and Recreation, Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory, Wisconsin Sea Grant, Embark Supported Employment, Minnesota Land Trust and the Lake Superior Reserve. Additional accommodations can be made by emailing [email protected] or calling Luciana at 715-399-4085 at least 10 days before the event.
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Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Duluth Public Library host the Adventure Book Club at Chambers Grove, discussing Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer. The group will be joined by Shannon Kresner from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, who will lead a low impact plant walk and identification session. Register with Parks and Recreation at rec1.com.
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Learn to cast a fly rod at a clinic this summer. Gitche Gumee Trout Unlimited have partnered with the City of Duluth to put together the fourth annual fly casting clinic. The event is available to ages 12 and up.
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Learn to cast a fly rod at a clinic this summer. Gitche Gumee Trout...
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This class will focus on teaching participants the basics and the how-to of identification of plants and fungi. It is a beginner-level course for those who may be too nervous to try wild plants and mushrooms or for someone who needs guidance in identification. The focus will be on wild edible plants, but foraging can also include searching for fibers, weaving materials and other craft supplies. The class will meet at Chambers Grove at the pavilion. Register online at duluthfolkschool.com.
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Paddle the Pads is back. This is a paddle-only fly fishing tournament. This event is an opportunity to get out on the water, fish with friends and win prizes from the Superior Fly Angler. Bring a fly rod and fish from your kayak, canoe, drift boat, raft, kick boat, SUP or anything else that floats. There will be a grill-out starting at 4 p.m. that’s available to everyone. Contact Jason Swingen at [email protected] with any questions.
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