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Jun 2023
Holy Smokin’ BBQ
A fundraiser for the United Presbyterian Church's youth-service trip this summer. Live music by Ross Thorn. BBQ jackfruit available as a vegetarian option. S'mores, cookies and more, too.
Find out more »Women’s Night – Fat Biking and Nordic Skiing
This collaboration between women representing SkiHut, Continental Bikes & Ski, COGGS and DXC takes place every Thursday for Fat Bike Riding, Skate Skiing or Classic Skiing. These all women's social rides and skiing are about bringing those who identify as women together to support each other in learning and practicing Fat Biking and Nordic skiing in a safe, fun, supportive environment, while also providing opportunities to connect with others. We welcome all body types, fitness levels, abilities, and ages. Each…
Find out more »Northern Landscapes Festival 2023
Discovering the birds, wildflowers, insects and more of Northern Minnesota is the focus of this festival. Participation in the festival is open to anyone interested in hands-on learning and curious about the dynamics of the northern landscape. More than a dozen field-focused courses form the backbone of the event, with evening presentations rounding out the full weekend schedule. Course costs vary. Visit the website for more information.
Find out more »Planting for the Birds
Presented by Laura Erickson, who will be talking about her new book "100 Plants to Feed the Birds," which recently won the American Horticultural Society’s 2023 Book Award. The main focus will be the importance of native plants for birds, including warblers, sparrows, Evening Grosbeaks, crossbills and hummingbirds.
Find out more »2023 Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament
A two-day fundraiser to combat ALS. There are two divisions in this fundraising tournament: in-person participation on Island Lake or via a virtual entry on any lake. Both divisions are a catch/photograph/release format. The tournament formats and rules may be subject to change depending on local, state and federal guidelines. Participants must be registered with one of the two divisions and have raised the appropriate amount of money to participate and to be eligible for tournament prizes.
Find out more »National Trails Day: Intro to Trail Work
National Trails Day is a day of service established to give back to the trails you use. Join experienced Superior Hiking Trail Association crew leaders for a half-day, Introduction to Trail Work class at the Donald D. Ferguson Demonstration Forest. Pro tips on how to keep brush and water off the Trail will be shared. No experience necessary. All tools and training will be provided. There are many ways to volunteer this summer. Look for project descriptions and registration information…
Find out more »Duluth Monarch Festival
Keynote speaker Emily Stone will present "Ecology of Overwintering Monarchs in Mexico." Other activities include children's crafts, face painting, storytelling, monarch movies and much more.
Find out more »Meet & Greet: Superior Hiking Trail Association
June 3rd is National Trails Day! Lisa Luokkala, Executive Director of the Superior Hiking Trail Association will show off SHTA's publications and answer your questions about the trail and the Association. The store will have copies of the latest printing of the Superior Hiking Trail Guidebook (9th edition), which includes some small additions, as well as the Trail Databook (1st edition) and Trail Atlas. Lisa Luokkala joined SHTA in 2020, after serving as Senior Parks Planner for the City of…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, repeating until Jun 11, 2023
Boulder Lake Wildflower Guided Hikes
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, repeating until Jun 11, 2023
Look for spring ephemeral flowers like Hepatica, Large-flowered Bellwort, Nodding Trillium and many more early-blooming flowers. Meet at the main BLELC building. Binoculars recommended.
Find out more »Adventure Book Club
Join the Duluth Public Library for a book discussion in one of Duluth’s beautiful parks, followed by a low-impact hike led by Parks and Recreation. Hartley Nature Center is the location for June’s book selection, The Unlikely Thru-Hiker by Derick Lugo. This is the account of one man’s trek as a first-time hiker along the Appalachian Trail.
Find out more »Boundary Waters Expo 2023
The ninth annual Boundary Waters Expo will be held at Bearskin Lodge on the Gunflint Trail near Grand Marais. This is a family-friendly two-day event featuring speakers, vendors and activities including equipment demos and presentations on water activities. East Bearskin lake is a gateway to the Boundary Waters Wilderness, with three portages and two entry points to choose from. Start or end your BWCA adventure at the expo!
Find out more »League of Women Voters Duluth Annual Plant and Book Sale
Plants and books and maybe even books about plants.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 1:00 am on Tuesday, repeating until Sep 12, 2023
An event every week that begins at 4:00 pm on Tuesday and Friday, repeating until Sep 15, 2023
Paddle Board Lake Superior Harbors and Bays
An event every week that begins at 1:00 am on Tuesday, repeating until Sep 12, 2023
An event every week that begins at 4:00 pm on Tuesday and Friday, repeating until Sep 15, 2023
This class is an introduction to paddle boarding for ages 12 and up on Lake Superior in a relaxed setting. Instructors will get you ready, give you some tips, and then paddle the bays and harbors of the lower shore. Pricing: $40 or Group up to 4 people $125
Find out more »Wild Orchids 101- An Introduction to Sax-Zim Bog Orchids
There are over 20 species of orchids in the Sax-Zim Bog, and they come in a wide variety of sizes, colors, shapes, and seasonal blooms. Here is an opportunity to learn about these delightful plants so that when encountered in the field, a better understanding and appreciation of these fascinating treasures in our natural world might be had. A Minnesota Master Naturalist since 2006, Rubin Stenseng enjoys the challenge and the reward of searching for and finding wild orchids. He…
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