Gooseberry Falls event: Night Flyers
August 2, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – details coming soon
Gooseberry Falls event: Universe in the Park
August 2, 2024 @ 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm – details coming soon Meet outside visitor center.
Photography & Art at the Rock: Featuring Jackie Scherer
August 3, 2024 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Photography & Art at the Rock, a monthly exhibit in the lobby of the Split Rock Lighthouse Visitor Center that showcases local artists, landscape and wildlife photographers of the area. For the month of August our featured photographer is Jackie Scherer. Born and raised in Minnesota, Jackie has always had an interest in photography. However, […]
Gooseberry Falls event: Flowers and Fruit of the Forest
August 3, 2024 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – On this leisurely walk, Park Naturalist Michaela will identify flowers that are in bloom, and we will be on the look for fruit! Play bingo for a chance to win a small prize! Meet outside visitor center.
Split Rock Lighthouse event: Tree ID Walk
August 4, 2024 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – We are surrounded by forest on the North Shore, but how many of its trees do we know by name? Come join a park naturalist for a tree identification activity. You will learn how to easily identify some of the trees on the North Shore in a hands-on manner and have fun in the process! […]
Gooseberry Falls event: Get the Lead Out!
August 5, 2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Did you know lead fishing tackle is harmful to loons? Stop by and learn more about how lead tackle affects the Minnesota state bird and what efforts you can make to help out the common loon. Located outside of the Visitor Center.
Gooseberry Falls event: Mindful Meander
August 5, 2024 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Join us for a mindful meander along the North Shore as we focus on techniques to fully engage all our senses while taking in the beauty of the natural world and rediscover the beauty of the present moment. This 1-hour program is designed to rejuvenate your body and mind, leaving you feel refreshed, renewed, and […]
Gooseberry Falls event: Riverview Guided Hike
August 7, 2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm – details coming soon
Gooseberry Falls event: Loon Legacy
August 7, 2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Have you heard a haunting call during the dark hours of the night? If you were by a lake you may have hear the Common Loon! Visit the nature cart to learn what a loon sounds and looks like, and how we can work together to protect our amazing state bird. Located outside of the […]
Dark Sky Night at Split Rock Lighthouse
August 7, 2024 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm – To celebrate our dark skies, we will start the night off with a presentation by Bob King on the Northern Lights. He will cover what causes them, their forms, and how best to view them. Bob writes for Sky & Telescope and teaches community education astronomy in Duluth. He also pens the Astro Bob blog […]
Gooseberry Falls event – Chasing Waterfalls
August 9, 2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm – Join Park Naturalist on an accessible tour of Gooseberry Falls State Park’s major waterfalls. On this walk, you can see views of Upper, Middle and Lower Falls. This tour takes visitors 0.2 miles on pavement to two waterfalls. To see more falls and overlooks, follow naturalist on varying terrain, including 150-300 stairs. Contact Naturalist Mic, […]
Artist Reception: Emily Donovan
August 9, 2024 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Tettegouche hosts year-round art shows in the Visitor Center. We hold a reception for these artists on the first Friday of the month. This month’s artist is Emily Donovan. Meet the artist. Eat some snacks. It’ll be fun. learn more about Tettegouche State Park
Photography & Art at the Rock: Featuring Jackie Scherer
August 10, 2024 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Photography & Art at the Rock, a monthly exhibit in the lobby of the Split Rock Lighthouse Visitor Center that showcases local artists, landscape and wildlife photographers of the area. For the month of August our featured photographer is Jackie Scherer. Born and raised in Minnesota, Jackie has always had an interest in photography. However, […]
Gooseberry Falls event – What’s in the Water
August 16, 2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm – Join a park naturalist for an exciting journey into the world of macroinvertebrates. Discover how these tiny creatures reveal the health of our freshwater ecosystems. You will learn how to identify these tiny creatures as well as how to catch them. Be prepared to get wet. Water shoes, rubber boots, towel, and change of clothes […]
Gooseberry Falls event – Deep Dive into Lake Superior
August 16, 2024 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Stop by and learn more about Lake Superior and find out who calls the cold lake home. We will discover the unique ecosystem of North America’s largest freshwater lake and embark on a journey to learn more about the icons of the lake and the lesser-known species who call this giant lake home. Located outside […]
