Nature & Outdoors

Nature & Outdoors

The People and the Place

From budget-friendly family activities to hidden waterfalls to recommendations from locals, check out our blog for trip ideas and to learn more about what makes Duluth so special. 

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Bat Night at Minnesota Point

Join bat biologists as they investigate a group of nocturnal creatures that call Minnesota Point home, BATS! While a few surveys have been done there is still a lot we do not know about these insect-devouring locals, come out and see how we plan to change that. *This event is highly weather dependent; September 15th & 17th will be back up rain dates. For updates on the event please keep an eye on the Park Point Community Club and the Minnesota Scientific & Natural Areas’ Facebook pages or email arika.mcgraw@state.mn.us to be added to an email notification list.* The evening will start at the Walter F. Stock Pumping station so make sure to factor in the time needed to hike the 0.8 mile of trail from the parking area. This event starts at 7 pm and will include an introduction to the bats of Minnesota, what the Minnesota DNR and…

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Glensheen Lantern Tours

Experience illuminated history, a tour of the mansion lit only by lantern light. Led by expert tour guides, Lantern Tours are a favorite during the Halloween season. This tour is well suited for guests who have previously experienced the Classic or Full Mansion Tours. Available Fridays & Saturdays in October. Book your tour in advance at z.umn.edu/lanterntours

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An Evening with New York Times Author William Kent Krueger

Please join Zenith Bookstore for a very special evening at Clyde Iron Works (upstairs) on Friday, September 4th 7 PM. New York Times best-selling author William Kent Krueger will share his brand-new book, God’s Country. If you have heard Kent speak before, you know you are in for an entertaining and captivating night! So, invite a friend or two. Books will be available for purchase that night or you can pre-order them through Zenith and Kent will be available to personally autograph your book at the event. Also, Clyde Iron Works will offer full bar service in our space. In God’s Country, Cork O’Connor, prepares for a family trip into the Boundary Waters, but he is troubled by ominous visions about his future. Ignoring the warnings, he uncovers signs of violence while searching for his missing friend, Cordell Bishop. Soon, he is forced to negotiate with dangerous criminals, the Kennedy…

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Glensheen Fall Family Day

Join us for Glensheen’s Fall Family Day, a family friendly event filled with hands-on activities, crafts, nature discoveries, and outdoor games throughout the estate grounds + food trucks! FREE admission for kids 17 & under $8 grounds admission for adults

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Clover Valley Farm Fest

Join local food farmers, food producers, artisans, craftsmen and community service groups for an afternoon of live music, local foods, artistry and kids activities at the 4th annual Clover Valley Farm Fest! This is a free community event – bring the whole family! Please note, this is a pet and smoke-free event. Thank you for your cooperation!

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Lunch & Leaves Cruise on the Vista Fleet

Experience fall in Duluth from the water aboard Vista Fleet’s Lunch & Leaves Cruise! Take in the beautiful fall colors of the Northland while enjoying a relaxing cruise aboard the Vista Star and a delicious lunch from MidCoast Catering. Choose from a Turkey, Bacon & Swiss sandwich with cranberry mayo, lettuce and tomato; a Ham & Provolone Croissant with lettuce and tomato; or a Hummus Wrap with zucchini, squash, roasted red peppers, spinach and hummus. Each lunch is served with Cream of Wild Rice soup, chips and dessert. Along the way, enjoy narrated highlights about the Duluth-Superior Harbor, the science and ecology of the St. Louis River system, and the area’s unique and historic bridges. Space is limited, so reserve your spot and enjoy one of the best ways to experience fall in Duluth!

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