Sep 2021
Hawk Weekend Festival 2021
The annual festival held by the Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory in Duluth. There will be a variety of field trips, hikes, programs and activities for all ages over three days. Full slate of events here.
Find out more »Oct 2021
Bridging the Gap 2021
This event takes all of Duluth’s major bragging points and incorporates them into one race. Participants start above Hawk Ridge, taking in the fall colors and Lake Superior views that Skyline Parkway has to offer. After traversing along Hawk Ridge, participants “Bridge the Gap” with a fun descent down Seven Bridges Road from the Skyline to the waterline. The second half of the course runs along the Lake Superior shoreline with a grand finish in Leif Erickson Park. This run…
Find out more »Oct 2022
Bridging the Gap Women’s 10-mile 2022
The second annual Bridging the Gap Women’s 10-mile event takes all of Duluth’s major bragging points and incorporates them into one race. Participants start at the base of Hawk Ridge, taking in the fall colors and Lake Superior views that Skyline Parkway has to offer. After traversing along Hawk Ridge, participants “Bridge the Gap” with a descent down Seven Bridges Road from the Skyline to the waterline. The second half of the course runs along the Lake Superior shoreline on…
Find out more »Mar 2023
Boreal Birds Exploration Weekend
See resident and over-wintering birds and explore the ecology of the northern landscape. Join leaders Frank Nicoletti and Margie Menzies for a two-day weekend exploration of this area (with an optional early-bird Friday afternoon in the Duluth/Superior area). Register by Friday, March 3.
Find out more »Jul 2023
55+ Trail Trekkers: Hawk Ridge
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. Hawk Ridge is a moderate hike and is the destination this week. Pre-registration is required. Other Trail Treks: July 17 5:45-6:45 p.m Quarry Park, Easier 3091 July 24 5:45-6:45 p.m Chambers Grove, Moderate 3092 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…
Find out more »Sep 2023
Raptor Viewing and Stargazing
Watch many raptors and other birds soar overhead while learning about the importance of dark skies for their safe migration. In the evening, join Starry Skies North president Todd Burlet for naked-eye stargazing then search for good and bad lighting in the Twin Ports from our overlook. Learn simple things we can all do to protect birds and wildlife from light pollution. This event is a part of the annual Celebrate the Night Sky Week. Throughout the world our night…
Find out more »Oct 2023
Bridging the Gap: Duluth Women’s 10 Mile
A run created to empower women, and to cheer them on while they are celebrated. “Bridging the Gap” is a metaphor for the pay, accessibility and other gaps women face. The Entrepreneur Fund (501c3) and Women’s Business Alliance created the Bridging the Gap Fund. A portion of the proceeds go to this fund that provides women with resources to build and grow sustainable businesses. The race starts high above the big lake at Hawk Ridge with expansive Lake Superior views.…
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