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Archive for the ‘Voyageurs’ Category

Sep 12, 2011

Tooth Lake Fire Update

The Tooth Lake Fire continues to be monitored by NPS staff.

Aug 29, 2011

Recent Wildland Fire Activity in Voyageurs National Park

Recent lightning activity within Voyageurs National Park has resulted in one wildland fire within the park.

Jul 28, 2011

Sites near Bald Eagle Nesting Areas Reopened in Voyageurs National Park

Areas that were affected by temporary closures in May to protect bald eagle nesting pairs are now reopened for public use.

Jul 25, 2011

Calling for Volunteers: Help Plant the New Ethnobotanical Garden at Voyageurs National Park

You are invited to participate in the Volunteer Rendezvous at Voyageurs National Park, a two-day civic engagement event to help Minnesota’s National Park with conservation and maintenance work. Join Voyageurs National Park Association Friday, September 9 and Saturday, September 10, 2011 for this event.

Jul 13, 2011

Voyageurs National Park is Open for You to Enjoy

Park management reminds everyone that Voyageurs National Park is open and ready for visitors to enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, boat tours, and north canoe voyages, to name a few.

Jul 13, 2011

Voyageurs National Park is Open for You to Enjoy

Park management reminds everyone that Voyageurs National Park is open and ready for visitors to enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, boat tours, and north canoe voyages, to name a few.

May 16, 2011

Prescribed Burn Planned for May 18

Prescribed burn planned on Kabetogama Lake islands for May 18, 2011.

May 16, 2011

Prescribed Burn Planned for May 18

Prescribed burn planned on Kabetogama Lake islands for May 18, 2011.

May 11, 2011

Bald Eagle Nesting Areas Protected in Voyageurs National Park

Bald Eagle nesting information, including closed areas.

May 11, 2011

Bald Eagle Nesting Areas Protected in Voyageurs National Park

Bald Eagle nesting information, including closed areas.

Apr 7, 2011

National Park Week Open House and Kids Art Contest Awards Planned at Voyageurs National Park

List of winners of the Kids Art Contest included

Apr 7, 2011

Rainy Lake Visitor Center Closed Easter Sunday

Rainy Lake Visitor Center closed on April 23, 2011

Mar 17, 2011

March 16, 2011 Final Winter Ice and Trails Report

Final Winter Ice and Trail for 2010-2011 Season

Mar 14, 2011

Voyageurs National Park Hosts Family Movie Day – Eight Below

Come to the Rainy Lake Visitor Center for a Family Movie Day on Sunday, March 27, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Refreshments and popcorn provided.

Mar 10, 2011

March 10, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report

Winter Ice and Trails Report for March 10, 2011

Mar 7, 2011

Voyageurs National Park Presents Alien Invaders

Become a CSI agent and assist ranger naturalist Lisa Maass in solving the case of alien invaders in Voyageurs National Park.

Mar 4, 2011

March 4, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report Update

Winter Ice and Trails Update

Mar 2, 2011

March 2, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report

Winter Ice and Trails Report for March 2, 2011

Feb 28, 2011

Voyageurs National Park Hosts Birch Bark Weaving Class

The class will be held at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center on Saturday, March 12, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., is limited to ten participants, and costs $25 per person for materials. Reservations and fees are required in person at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center.

Feb 23, 2011

February 23, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report

Winter Ice and Trails Report for February 23, 2011

Feb 21, 2011

Voyageurs National Park Presents Wonders of the Night Sky

Have you ever wondered how to identify the constellations in the night sky, why there are so many colors in the Northern Lights, or why we do not see the moon every night?

Feb 16, 2011

February 16, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report

Winter Ice and Trails Report for February 16, 2011

Feb 14, 2011

Voyageurs National Park Presents Winter Survival

Join ranger naturalist Megan Wilkins to learn how some of our wild neighbors make it through the winter. You may be surprised how similar they are to us after all.

Feb 11, 2011

February 11, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report

Winter Ice and Trail Report for February 11, 2011

Feb 9, 2011

February 9, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report

Winter Ice and Trails Report for February 9, 2011

Feb 7, 2011

Voyageurs National Park Presents Fishing in Voyageurs

Join ranger naturalist Mike Williams to discover the importance of fishing in this area.

Feb 3, 2011

February 3, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report

Winter Ice and Trails Report for February 3, 2011

Feb 2, 2011

Voyageurs National Park Hosts Birch Bark Weaving

The class will be held at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center on Saturday, March 12, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Space is limited. Reservations and fees are required in person at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center.

Jan 31, 2011

Voyageurs National Park Hosts Family Movie Day – Iron Will

Come to the Rainy Lake Visitor Center for a Family Movie Day on Sunday, February 13, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Refreshments and popcorn provided.

Jan 26, 2011

January 26, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report

January 26, 2011 Winter Ice and Trails Report

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