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Mar 2022
Otter Slide 2022 Submission Deadline
Otter Slide is a virtual outdoor fundraiser for Great Lakes Aquarium in which participants sign up to ski, snowshoe, fat-tire bike or pull a kid on a sled. The route? Any local trail. When? Whenever. Participants collect sponsorships and raise money for Great Lakes Aquarium while enjoying winter. Full details at glaquarium.org.
Find out more »Aqua Affair 2022
The fourth annual Aqua Affair raises money for animal care, educational programming, community outreach and exhibit design at Great Lakes Aquarium. The event includes live, local music, food and beverages. Raffle tickets for $20 will be sold on site and upon request at events @ glaquarium.org. The event is for ages 21 and older.
Find out more »SunFunday: Make Your Own Dala Horse
Attendees can make a clay dala horse during this unique, family-friendly gathering. Pre-registration is required. A $5 donation per person to help with supply costs is encouraged.
Find out more »Dala Horse: A Virtual How-to
Linley Erickson gives a demonstration on how to go about making a dala horse. Email [email protected] to request the Zoom link.
Find out more »Apr 2022
Icelandic Horses Presentation
An afternoon presentation by Dr. Kydee Sheetz of Aslan’s Country Icelandic Horse Farm. The talk will focus on the history and culture of this iconic horse.
Find out more »Otters’ Birthday 2022
Agate and Ore are turning 9. Celebrate with otter birthday cake, otter-themed crafts and special programming with special appearances by Splish and Splash, the Great Lakes Aquarium otter mascots.
Find out more »Wolf Fair and Art Exhibit
A celebration event featuring wolf and wildlife organizations who will be on hand to share news, informational tables and advocacy on the gray wolf and other wildlife. Presentation by Jane Weber from Timber Wolf Alliance on Wolf Biology and Ecology at 11 a.m. Special appearance by a live raptor from the Wildlife Science Center. The Wonder of Wolves Art Exhibit will also be on display.
Find out more »Top Dog Festival
Earth Rider Brewery and the Duluth Dog Walker team up a day of fun and games benefiting the Humane Society of Douglas County. Full schedule here.
Find out more »Phenology Walk with John Latimer
Explore winter trees, shrubs, birds and the myriad changes as spring arrives. Latimer will reveal the importance of collecting annual observational data about the firsts, lasts and changes in the outdoor world and its importance in our world today. A leading phenologist in Minnesota, Latimer has a popular radio segment on KAXE out of Grand Rapids and is co-founder of the Minnesota Phenology Network. Donations to defray travel costs for the presenter are welcome. Hosted by the Head of the…
Find out more »Cause for Paws Fundraiser
This art exhibition is presented by a group of senior design students at the University of Minnesota-Duluth who are seeking to raise money for Animal Allies. The show features artwork for sale from Duluth artists, students and the animals themselves. The opening event includes live music and refreshments. The works will remain on display until May 6. Donations are being accepted at gofundme.com.
Find out more »Lake Superior Zoo with Duluth Parks and Recreation
People ages 55 and up can visit the Lake Superior Zoo for a private guided tour and a special behind-the-scenes program. Learn how the Association of Zoos and Aquariums are helping with ring-tailed lemur conservation and meet a zookeeper to watch the lemur troop feed. After the program, have lunch at the Safari Cafe and freely explore the Zoo. Full details and itinerary here.
Find out more »SLRA Annual Membership Meeting: Birding on the National Water Trail
The St. Louis River Alliance's 2022 Annual Membership Meeting includes a special presentation by Margie Menzies about "Birding on the National Water Trail." Menzies will highlight the incredible migrations that come through Duluth. The event is being held online via Zoom. Register at zoom.us.
Find out more »May 2022
World Migratory Bird Day Activities
A two-event celebration of World Migratory Bird Day. Features a Wisconsin Point guided bird walk and migratory movie morning. Attendees are free to visit the Estuarium, which has exhibits on the St. Louis River Estuary. Light snacks and beverages available. Questions? Email: [email protected]
Find out more »Jun 2022
Honky Tonk Hoedown
Join the Border Town Betties for a day of Country Western fun, a benefit for Save The Brays Donkey Rescue. Featuring, line dance lessons, bouncy horse races, mini donkeys and live music by the Lyons Gang. Doors open at 5 p.m.
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