Paddling the Route of Schoolcraft Canoe/Kayak Tour: Exploring the North Country Trail and Lake Itasca
Date and Time
Wednesday Jul 13, 2016
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Weds. July 13 10 AM- 1 PM
Location
Notes: 1) Bring your canoe or kayak. Meet along the shore of Lake Itasca below Douglas Lodge, within Itasca State Park 2) If you do not have a canoe or kayak, limited numbers are for rent from the Itasca Sports Rental. Please rent your canoe or kayak before the program begins. You will need to be able to transport the boat from the rental area
Description
On this day in 1831, Henry Rowe Schoolcraft and his exploration party were led by Ojibwe guide Ozawindib to Lake Itasca, the source of the Mississippi River. Now, 184 years later, join the park naturalists as we explore Lake Itasca from a canoe (or kayak) during this morning paddle. The naturalists will share readings from Schoolcraft’s journal, as well as entries from other members of the party. The early portage routes within the Itasca basin make up some of the “first” hiking trails. Learn where Schoolcraft portaged in order to reach the source of the Mississippi River.