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Feb 2024
All-BIPOC Snowshoe/Hike
The Superior Hiking Trail Association, in partnership with BIPOC Outdoors Twin Ports, is offering a snowshoeing and hiking series for people of color. Whether snowshoeing or hiking happens depends on snow levels. Hike difficulty level is moderate, or 3.4 miles with 400 feet of elevation gain or loss. People who self-identify as Black, Indigenous or a person of color can register by contacting BIPOC Outdoors Twin Ports via email at bipocoutdoorstp @ gmail.com. For more information about what to expect,…
Find out more »Cary J. Griffith Presents Gunflint Falling
Cary J. Griffith discusses his new book, Gunflint Falling: Blowdown in the Boundary Waters, published with the University of Minnesota Press. Award-winning author Cary J. Griffith grew up among the woods, fields and emerald waters of Eastern Iowa. His childhood fostered a lifelong love of wild places. He earned a B.A. in English from the University of Iowa and an M.A. in library science from the University of Minnesota. His books explore the natural world. In nonfiction, he covers the…
Find out more »MPR News Presents: Getting to Green in Minnesota Community Conversation
MPR News is presenting the Getting to Green community conversation where experts will talk about the changes people can make in their homes and lives to reduce the energy used from fossil fuels. Register and save your spot at mprevents.org.
Find out more »Create a Raingarden
This workshop, lead by conservation professionals from Carlton Soil and Water Conservation District and South St. Louis Soil and Water Conservation District, covers step-by-step instructions to help participants successfully install a raingarden on their property. Plus, Carlton SWCD has funds available to help offset the costs of plants, compost, mulch, edging and other materials. A raingarden is a small basin of colorful native plants that add beauty to yards and habitat for native bees, butterflies and other pollinators while collecting…
Find out more »Cary J. Griffith Presents Gunflint Falling
Cary J. Griffith discusses his new book, Gunflint Falling: Blowdown in the Boundary Waters, published with the University of Minnesota Press. Award-winning author Cary J. Griffith grew up among the woods, fields and emerald waters of Eastern Iowa. His childhood fostered a lifelong love of wild places. He earned a B.A. in English from the University of Iowa and an M.A. in library science from the University of Minnesota. His books explore the natural world. In nonfiction, he covers the…
Find out more »Northern Lights for Newbies
Elizabeth Miller, local wildlife and night sky photographer, presents "Northern Lights for Newbies from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Lois King Education Center at the Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center. “Northern Lights for Newbies” is a very basic introduction to what the northern lights are, how they occur, and how to maximize the chances of catching them. The Sax-Zim Bog is a great place to watch auroras as it has fairly dark night skies, being situated between Duluth and the…
Find out more »Sport Lead Climbing Clinic
Take your indoor climbing to a new level with lead climbing. Learn how to climb from the ground up, trailing a rope and clipping pre-placed bolts as you go. Practice techniques for tying in, clipping quickdraws, falling safely and belaying a lead climber. Climbing equipment and gear will be provided — you provide personal harness, shoes, and belay device if available. Register at https://umdrsop.d.umn.edu/ by noon the day of the event and make sure you're checked off to belay at…
Find out more »American Birkebeiner 2024
The 50th annual North American Birkebeiner will feature lapped courses and shortened distances due to lack of snowfall. An open-track event has been added to provide an opportunity for participants to race on Thursday instead of the Friday, Saturday or Sunday events, accommodating a wider range of preferences, safety and schedules. The American Birkebeiner, traditionally a 50K race, will this year be a 30K event. The Kortelopet, traditionally a 29K race, will be condensed to a 20K distance. Additionally, the…
Find out more »Junior Rangers — Rock Investigations
Earthquakes, floods, volcanoes and ice; the park has been shaped by many natural events through time which has left behind interesting rocks to discover. Kids will become junior geologists as they explore how rocks are formed and how scientists test rocks to identify them. Meet at the River Inn Visitor Center.
Find out more »Bulldog Skate
The University of Minnesota Duluth Figure Skating Club will give ice skating lessons during its Bulldog Skate event. All abilities are welcome. A 30 minute group lesson focusing on foundational skating skills will be followed by 45 minutes of open ice time. Participants need to bring skates, helmet, indoor ice rink clothing. A limited number of child sized skates are available for rent. Make reservations with the Rental Center by Friday before the event (218-726-6134) Meet at the UMD Sports…
Find out more »Ken Waldman: Alaska Stories
Ken Waldman, a freelance writer, musician, performer and touring artist, shares stories about Alaska.
Find out more »Ken Waldman: Alaska Stories
The freelance writer, musician, performer and touring artist shares stories about Alaska.
Find out more »Leap Year Dyno Competition
RSOP is hosting the Leap Year Dyno Climbing Competition. Follow along with there route setters and climbing staff to climb your way to some fun, dynamically challenging routes. Register online at umdrsop.d.umn.edu or at the event on the day of.
Find out more »Mar 2024
Nordic Spirit Ski Race and Wooden Ski Tour 2023 (Canceled)
The Nordic Spirit Ski Race and Tour is a chip-timed, classic race with 12k and 24k options. The course winds through the woods of the Upper Spirit Mountain Nordic Trail System, with vistas of Lake Superior and the St. Louis Bay, along some of the most challenging terrain in the region. There is also a Wooden Ski 10k race and a Cookie Classic free race for kids ages 2-13. Registration Fees: $50 for DXC Members $60 for non-DXC Members $30…
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