by doitinnorth | Jun 2, 2024 | people/passions
Minnesota Prairie
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It’s a stark transformation: at the time of the Public Land Surey between 1847 and 1908, Minnesota had 18 million acres of prairie.
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Minnesota Scientific & Natural Areas: Today, a little over 2 percent of that prairie remains. Prairies build soil, clean water, and provide essential habitat. Some of Minnesota’s most unique species of plants and animals call our native prairies home! Many acres of native prairies are protected in MinnesotaSNAs, and still more are protected through conservation easements with the Native Prairie Bank program.
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Adapted from the French word meaning meadow, prairie is much more than a field of grasses and wildflowers.
Native prairie refers to an ecosystem of interconnected plants, animals, soils, climate and cultures. Native prairie is a landscape where climate and disturbance over thousands of years have favored grassland over forest.
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by doitinnorth | May 26, 2024 | people/passions
Spring is an explosion of life on the North Shore! The Northern Landscapes Festival celebrates the birds, wildflowers, and geology of this iconic region.
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Grab your hiking boots and come to North House Folk School for a weekend of field-focused courses and evening activities. This event is a great way to deepen your connection to the North Shore and meet others with a passion for nature and love of learning.
Spring is an explosion of life in the North! Discovering the birds, wildflowers, insects and more of this dynamic and rich northern landscape 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.
This year’s course offerings allow nature-lovers the chance to explore the North Shore and learn more about the local ecology and geology. Discover the language of birds, forage for spring wild edibles, and learn the identifications and uses of many local plants.
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Izhi-Ganawendadnamang Nibi, Manoomin
How We Care for the Water and Wild Rice
with April McCormick
Saturday, June 1st, 7:00pm
Event
Northern Landscapes Festival
Friday, May 31st thru Sunday, June 2nd, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Evening presentations are free and open to all, and course registration is open now.
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Location
by doitinnorth | May 19, 2024 | evergreen, people/passions
Mesabi Trail
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The Mesabi Trail™ has been funded in part by the LCCMR and the Minnesota Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund.
Mesabi Trail: Stretching from the Mississippi to the Boundary Waters, with over 150 miles of paved trail, the Mesabi Trail is like no other in the country. Cutting through the forests of northeast Minnesota, your adventure will take you past lakes, creeks and ponds, by vast red pits of old iron ore mines now filled with emerald green water. You are sure to be greeted by native wildlife during your travels. Pass through 28 communities, stop in at a local attraction to experience the history of the area, learn about our mining and logging legacies, enjoy the local cuisine…try a sarma, a pasty or some potica.
When completed (in 1-2 years), this well-mapped and well-maintained trail will traverse almost 165 miles, making it one of the longest paved trails in the United States.There are only two sections remaining.
Great summer activities include biking, hiking, walking and inline skating. The trail is easily accessible from numerous locations. Amenities and services are available all along the trail, including lodging and campgrounds.
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View Trail Updates
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by doitinnorth | May 12, 2024 | people/passions
Cover Design: Jeff Ivarson
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A forgotten boy. A forgotten war. An unforgettable true story.
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Neal Tusler
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During his final days of life, 83-year-old veteran, Neal Tusler discloses the smoldering pain of childhood abandonment and betrayal after being dumped in a Minneapolis orphanage during the Great Depression. He also exposes his top-secret role as a crewman of the B-36 “Peacemaker” bomber, tasked with nuclear deterrence and forcing an end to the Korean War. Lastly, he reconciles with the estranged daughter whose probing evoked those long-buried memories.
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Lee Burtman
“Waiting in the Wings”
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About the author
It is my profound honor to document and share the true stories of little-known, everyday American soldiers and airmen who risked their lives for our freedom. My first book, “Fighting for Delphine,” and its sequel, “Return to Fenetrange,” were borne of intriguing conversations with WWII veteran Ken Krueger. Shortly before my father, Neal, passed, he read Ken’s memoir and hinted that I should delve into his own Korean War narrative–containing a secret he had never revealed during his 83 years. “Waiting in the Wings” fulfills a promise to my father to expose the truth and help make the “Forgotten War” remembered. I am a retired educator who lives in Minnesota with my husband and son. We are blessed with three other adult children, their spouses, and eight grandchildren. Book profits support the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Mercy Ships, Samaritan’s Purse, and the Shepherds Foundation.
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Event
Patriotic Tribute/Book Launch
Saturday, May 18th, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
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Armed Forces Day: A tribute to our current military service members and veterans
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Location
5151 Program Ave.
Mounds View, MN
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Shop
Amazon (Waiting in the Wings by Lee Burtman)
Minnesota History Center Shop – In store only
Moonglade Media (burtmanlee@gmail.com)
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More by this author:
“Return to Fenetrange”
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ICYMI
Groveland Gallery: New Works – Minneapolis, MN
by doitinnorth | May 5, 2024 | people/passions
Minnesota State Band Spring Concert
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Enjoy a
program filled with historic marches, celebratory fanfares, folk songs, operatic overtures, and the premiere of the Band’s composition contest winner. Selections will include “Washington Greys” (first performed by the band 100 years ago), “Jubilee Overture” by Philip Sparke, “One Life Beautiful” by Julie Giroux, and favorites from Sousa, Saint-Saens, Mozart, Dukas, and more.
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The Minnesota State Band is the Official Band of the State of Minnesota and has been delighting audiences since their first appearance in April 1898 at a St. Paul Apostles baseball game. The band is the only remaining State Band in the United States and is now operated as a non-profit organization with an all-volunteer membership. The Band performs year-round for audiences across Minnesota and has represented the State of Minnesota on six International Goodwill Tours since 1986.
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Event
Minnesota State Band Spring Concert
Saturday, May 11th, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Free
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Location
Minnesota History Center
345 West Kellogg Blvd
St. Paul, MN
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Embroidered Minnesota State Flag – 3×5 Ft.
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ICYMI
The Minnesota Zoo: Annual Farm Babies Event! – Apple Valley, MN
by doitinnorth | Apr 28, 2024 | people/passions
Winner’s Circle The Kentucky Derby Party
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Winner’s Circle is THE Kentucky Derby Party for lovers of fashion.
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Karen Morris Millinery: Karen felt it’s time for a fresh new take on the Kentucky Derby. The inaugural Winner’s Circle is “The” Kentucky Derby Party for lovers of fashion in Minnesota. This new event will combine the fun parts of a typical Derby party together with a runway show featuring Karen’s newest hats along with elegant ready-to-wear summer fashions, plenty of fun and games, and more.
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Runway show, derby viewing, silent auction, fun and games, all for the benefit of This Old Horse.
Location
Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District
