Itasca State Park Naturalist Programs

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Historic CCC Log and Stone Buildings Walk
Sunday, July 28, 2019 from 1:30-2 p.m.
Meet outside Forest Inn (across from Douglas Lodge)
 
Learn about the ‘boys’ that built Forest Inn, Old Timer’s Cabin and more. Come for the walk as we talk about the 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) on this walking tour of buildings around the Douglas Lodge area, ending at the CCC Old Timer’s Cabin.
 
Old Timer’s Cabin, Open Tour
Sunday, July 28, 2019 from 2-3:30 p.m.
Held at the Old Timer’s Cabin, located along the boardwalk below Douglas Lodge
 
Only 4 (massive) logs tall, learn more about this Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) constructed building. The Naturalist staff will have the cabin open for you to tour at your leisure.
 
 
Outdoor Kids— Fish on the Move
Sunday, July 28, 2019 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. (come and go at your leisure)
Meet by the Swim Beach/ Playground (at the south end of the picnic grounds on Lake Itasca)
 
Kids of all ages come out and explore nature at your leisure. This program series allows kids to connect with nature through hands-on activities that focus on life around the lake. Have fun discovering Itasca while hanging out at the swimming beach or playground.
 
Legends and Lore, Evening Campfire
Sunday, July 28, 2019 from 7-7:30 p.m.
Meet in Bear Paw Campground (the grassy area near the tiny log pump house and campsite #70 near the bike trail). If raining, inside the Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center.
 
Settle in and listen to a series of stories and legends unique to Minnesota’s northwoods, including the most iconic lumberjack: Paul Bunyan! We will retell classic tales which have been passed down for generations. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and some bug spray!