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SUMMARY:Nature Presentation Interactions at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Monday Porch Talks – Weekly Northwoods Presentation \nJoin us at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center for our weekly Northwoods-themed presentation series. \n📍 Location: Outside on the front porch of Chik-Wauk Museum (weather permitting). In case of inclement weather\, the presentation will be held indoors at the Chik-Wauk Nature Center. \n🕒 Free & Family-Friendly: Everyone is welcome! While the presentation is free\, donations are always appreciated to help support programs like these. \nCome learn something new and enjoy the beauty of the Northwoods! \n     
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/nature-presentation-interactions-at-chik-wauk-museum-nature-center/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T174816Z
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SUMMARY:June Gunflint Trail Historical Society Annual Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please note the time change: Membership meetings will begin promptly at 1:00 p.m. – attend in person at the Seagull Community Center (7 Seagull Lake Access Road – GTVFD Hall #3) or online. A Zoom invitation will be sent out to all members by email on Sunday\, June 7. \nThe GTHS Board of Trustees will give a brief update about current events. Mark Ellis will present on his favorite topic\, loons. \nMark Ellis offers a captivating look into the lives of Minnesota’s iconic common loons\, drawing on 15 years of experience photographing these remarkable birds. Through stunning imagery and engaging storytelling\, he follows the loon’s journey across the seasons-from spring ice-out on northern lakes\, through the busy summer breeding months\, and into autumn as they prepare for migration. The presentation highlights intimate moments from the breeding season\, with special focus on loon chicks and the compelling dynamics between parents and their young as they protect\, nurture\, and teach them to survive. Along the way\, Mark weaves in practical photography tips\, making this program especially appealing to nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. \nTreats and conversations follow (thank you to the friends who provide the home-backed goodies each month). If you would like to bring a baked treat for the monthly meetings\, please contact Bonnie Schudy at 218-388-9915. \nThe Gunflint Trail Historical Society has three membership meetings available to all GTHS members. Membership meetings are held on the second Monday of June\, July\, and August. Look forward to seeing you either in person or by Zoom. For a complete listing of all the special presentations and events that are taking place at the Chik-Wauk Campus\, visit the calendar of events on the website. Thank you to all GTHS members for your continued support! \nThe next GTHS membership meeting will be held\, July 13\, at the A. Paul and Carol Schaap Community Center. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/june-gunflint-trail-historical-society-annual-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Seagull Lake Community Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gunflint Trail Historical Society":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T000458
CREATED:20210605T145221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T173332Z
UID:17197-1781528400-1781532000@gunflinthistory.org
SUMMARY:Nature Presentation Interactions at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Monday Porch Talks – Weekly Northwoods Presentation \nJoin us at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center for our weekly Northwoods-themed presentation series. \n📍 Location: Outside on the front porch of Chik-Wauk Museum (weather permitting). In case of inclement weather\, the presentation will be held indoors at the Chik-Wauk Nature Center. \n🕒 Free & Family-Friendly: Everyone is welcome! While the presentation is free\, donations are always appreciated to help support programs like these. \nCome learn something new and enjoy the beauty of the Northwoods! \n     
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/nature-presentation-at-chik-wauk-museum/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T000458
CREATED:20240602T201416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T164047Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Hike -
DESCRIPTION:Friday Guided Nature Hikes with Emma Adams \nEvery Friday from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.\, join naturalist Emma Adams for a guided hike through the Chik-Wauk trail system. Whether you’re solo\, with a friend\, or bringing the whole family\, this weekly walk is a great way to explore the flora and fauna of the Northwoods. \n🌧️ Rain or Shine – Emma leads the hike in all weather\, so come prepared and curious! \n💚 Free & Family-Friendly – Donations are always appreciated to support programming. \n🚗 Take your time driving up the Gunflint Trail National Scenic Byway and enjoy the journey.\n📍 Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center is located 55 miles up the Gunflint Trail (Cook County Hwy 12)\, just 1/4 mile off UT County Rd 81 on the shore of beautiful Saganaga Lake. \n     
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/guided-nature-hike-2/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T153000
DTSTAMP:20260610T000458
CREATED:20240309T190859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T175150Z
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SUMMARY:Cary Griffith - Blowdowns\, wolves\, and bears!
DESCRIPTION:Cary J. Griffith is the author of eight books\, four non-fiction\, and four fiction. His non-fiction includes Lost in the Wild\, Opening Goliath\, Gunflint Burning: Fire in the Boundary Waters\, and Gunflint Falling: Blowdown in the Boundary Waters. His fiction includes Wolf Kill\, Cougar Claw\, Killing Monarchs\, and Dead Catch (out June 2024). He is the recipient of a Minnesota Book Award and a Midwest Book Award. \nCary will talk about Gunflint Falling and his newest book\, Grizzly Narrows\, the 6th Sam Rivers mystery and the latest non-fiction book\, The Prism of the Wolf. \nOn July 4\, 1999\, in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW)\, a bizarre confluence of meteorological events resulted in the most damaging blowdown in the region’s history. Gunflint Falling tells the story of this devastating storm from the perspectives of those who were on the ground before\, during\, and after the catastrophic event—from first-time visitors to the north woods to returning paddlers to Forest Service Rangers. \nThis presentation will be held at the Chik-Wauk Nature Center.\n \nAll presentations are family-friendly and free to the public.\nDonations are always appreciated. Take your time driving up the Gunflint Trail National Scenic Byway! \nPresentations are sponsored by Visit Cook County and the GTHS Gift Club! \n      \n 
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/cary-griffith-gunflint-falling-blowdown-in-the-boundary-waters/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T140000
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CREATED:20210605T145902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T161544Z
UID:17290-1782133200-1782136800@gunflinthistory.org
SUMMARY:Nature Presentation Interactions at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Monday Porch Talks – Weekly Northwoods Presentation \nJoin us at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center for our weekly Northwoods-themed presentation series. \nThis week’s topic: \n📍 Location: Outside on the front porch of Chik-Wauk Museum (weather permitting). In case of inclement weather\, the presentation will be held indoors at the Chik-Wauk Nature Center. \n🕒 Free & Family-Friendly\nEveryone is welcome! While the presentation is free\, donations are always appreciated to help support programs like these. \nCome learn something new and enjoy the beauty of the Northwoods! \n \n  \n 
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/u-s-forest-service-nature-presentation-at-chik-wauk-museum-nature-center-3/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T000458
CREATED:20250128T170024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T202007Z
UID:248640-1782212400-1782230400@gunflinthistory.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Day Every Tuesday\, Starting June 23 to August 18\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDon’t miss out on the fun! \nWe’re excited to announce that Kids’ Day is coming back! This is one of the most beloved events at the Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center\, and it’s a great opportunity for kids 18 and under to explore the Chik-Wauk Campus free! \nJoin us every Tuesday from June 23 to August 18 for a fantastic lineup of hands-on activities that celebrate the unique history and nature of the Gunflint Trail. Here’s a sneak peek at what we have planned: \n– Journal Making\n– Fun Craft Projects\n– Engaging Storytelling\n– Exciting Nature Hikes \nJust a quick reminder: Little explorers need to keep their grown-ups with them the whole time when visiting the Nature Center. \nWe truly appreciate any donations to help us cover the costs of materials and supplies. \nAnd while you’re on your way\, take your time and enjoy the stunning views along the Gunflint Trail National Scenic Byway! We can’t wait to see you there! \nChik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center is a partnership of the Gunflint Trail Historical Society and Superior National Forest\, Gunflint Ranger District. \n      
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/kids-day-starting-june-23-august-18/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T000458
CREATED:20250711T214855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T170750Z
UID:251117-1782313200-1782320400@gunflinthistory.org
SUMMARY:Kelly Dupre - Community Printmaking Workshop - Summer 2026 Artist-in-Resident Event
DESCRIPTION:Using the Boreal forest’s flora and fauna as inspiration\, Duluth-based printmaker and teacher Kelly Dupre will host a two-hour creative workshop on relief and monoprint making on Wednesday\, June 24\, from 3–5 p.m. at the A. Paul & Carol Schaap Community Center. Kelly is the second of three 2026 Artists-in-Residence. \nHands-on participation is limited to 15 people\, but everyone is welcome to watch\, listen\, and learn more about the printmaking process. Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult. No prior printmaking experience or materials are needed. \nThe workshop is free\, though donations supporting the Artist-in-Residence Program are gratefully accepted. \nAdvance registration is encouraged by June 22. To register\, call 218-388-9915 or email info@gunflinthistory.org. \n \nCommunity support makes this program possible. Gifts of any size help bring artists to the Gunflint Trail and keep their programs accessible to the public. If you value the role of art in deepening the connection to this place\, please consider supporting the program by donating or volunteering. \nDonations can be made at gunflinthistory.org or by mail to GTHS\, Attn: AiRP\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN 55604. \nThis program has been made possible in part by a grant from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council’s Clean Water Legacy Fund\, through an appropriation to the State of Minnesota from the Clean Water\, Land and Legacy Amendment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/kelly-dupre-community-printmaking-workshop/
LOCATION:A. Paul & Carol Schaap Community Center\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T000458
CREATED:20240602T201902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T164217Z
UID:249871-1782478800-1782482400@gunflinthistory.org
SUMMARY:Guided Nature Hike -
DESCRIPTION:Friday Guided Nature Hikes with Emma Adams  \nEvery Friday from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.\, join naturalist Emma Adams for a guided hike through the Chik-Wauk trail system. Whether you’re solo\, with a friend\, or bringing the whole family\, this weekly walk is a great way to explore the flora and fauna of the Northwoods. \n🌧️ Rain or Shine – Emma leads the hike in all weather\, so come prepared and curious! \n💚 Free & Family-Friendly – Donations are always appreciated to support programming. \n🚗 Take your time driving up the Gunflint Trail National Scenic Byway and enjoy the journey.📍 Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center is located 55 miles up the Gunflint Trail (Cook County Hwy 12)\, just 1/4 mile off UT County Rd 81 on the shore of beautiful Saganaga Lake. \n   
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/249871/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T000458
CREATED:20260531T165726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T165726Z
UID:253168-1782655200-1782658800@gunflinthistory.org
SUMMARY:Keith Morris - Growing up on the Gunflint Trail
DESCRIPTION:Keith Morris is an artist\, builder\, woodworker\, writer\, master paddler\, and woodsman\, as well as an inventor holding two patents that improve transporting a kayak. \nGenerations of his family have lived on the Gunflint Trail since 1915\, arriving from Iowa to flourish in the North Woods through mastery of outdoors skills\, grit\, and gumption. \nWhether running a tourist business\, hunting\, fishing\, paddling\, skiing\, cutting lake ice\, building log houses\, or flying airplane support in the wilderness\, the Morris family’s Gunflint Trail life is as creative and inspiring as Keith’s spectacular illustrations and engaging essays on trail life as he has lived it\, from 1950s to 2026. His family has operated on Poplar Lake since 1915\, offering early flying services and running Nor’wester Lodge\, which gave Morris a unique upbringing in the remote northern Minnesota wilderness. \nKeith has famously paddled 100 miles in a single day and\, on one occasion\, was tracked by a wolf pack deep in the Boundary Waters. \nThis presentation will be held at the Chik-Wauk Nature Center. \nAll presentations are family-friendly and free to the public.\nDonations are always appreciated. Take your time driving up the Gunflint Trail National Scenic Byway! \nPresentations are sponsored by Visit Cook County and the GTHS Gift Club! \n      \n 
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/keith-morris-growing-up-on-the-gunflint-trail/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T000458
CREATED:20210605T152935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T162620Z
UID:17301-1782738000-1782741600@gunflinthistory.org
SUMMARY:Nature Presentation Interactions at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Monday Porch Talks – Weekly Northwoods Presentation \nChik-Wauk will present a different Northwoods-themed topic each week— \n📍 Location: Outside on the front porch of Chik-Wauk Museum (weather permitting). In case of inclement weather\, the presentation will move indoors to the Chik-Wauk Nature Center. \n🕒 Free & Family-Friendly\nEveryone is welcome to attend. Donations are always appreciated to help support educational programming. \nCome learn something wild about the Northwoods!
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/nature-presentation-at-chik-wauk-museum-2/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T000458
CREATED:20230507T160642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T172039Z
UID:248655-1782817200-1782835200@gunflinthistory.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Day Every Tuesday\, from June 23 to August 18
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss out on the fun! \nWe’re excited to announce that Kids’ Day is coming back! This is one of the most beloved events at the Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center\, and it’s a great opportunity for kids 18 and under to explore the Chik-Wauk Campus absolutely free! \nJoin us every Tuesday from June 23 to August 18 for a fantastic lineup of hands-on activities that celebrate the unique history and nature of the Gunflint Trail. Here’s a sneak peek at what we have planned: \n– Journal Making\n– Fun Craft Projects\n– Engaging Storytelling\n– Exciting Nature Hikes \nJust a quick reminder: Little explorers need to keep their grown-ups with them the whole time when visiting the Nature Center. \nWe truly appreciate any donations to help us cover the costs of materials and supplies. \nAnd while you’re on your way\, take your time and enjoy the stunning views along the Gunflint Trail National Scenic Byway! We can’t wait to see you here! \nChik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center is a partnership of the Gunflint Trail Historical Society and Superior National Forest\, Gunflint Ranger District. \n       
URL:https://gunflinthistory.org/event/kids-day-every-tuesday-from-june-23-to-august-18/
LOCATION:Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center\, 28 Moose Pond Drive\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center":MAILTO:info@gunflinthistory.org
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