Nature & Outdoors

Nature & Outdoors

The People and the Place

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Community Design Workshop: 44th Ave E Waterfront Access

Join the St. Louis River Alliance, the City of Superior, and Stantec for the next step in shaping the future of the 44th Ave E Dock—formerly known as the Bunge Dock. Building on the ideas and feedback shared during June’s community walking tour (recap here), this interactive design workshop will give participants an opportunity to review preliminary concepts for the future public waterfront access area and help refine the vision for the site. Stantec’s design team will present early design ideas developed from community input collected from the public survey and June Walk & Talk. Participants will be invited to discuss the concepts, share their perspectives, and identify the elements they feel are most important. Community feedback from this workshop will directly inform the next phase of design development. Whether you attended the June event or are joining the conversation for the first time, your input is valuable. Final plans…

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Whoopsa Daisy Farm

Come and stroll through the farm and visit the donkeys, goats, and chickens. Take a wagon ride through the Whimsical Woods or walk through Dinoland and Fairyland. Jump in the cornpit or dig in the sandbox. There are playgrounds to explore, yard games to play and animals to feed. We are located in Duluth, MN at 5399 Samuelson Road.

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Whoopsa Daisy Farm

Come and explore the farm with your family. Jump in the corn pit, dig in the sandbox, or explore Dinoland and Fairyland. There are two playgrounds, yard games, a wagon ride through the Whimsical Woods and so much more. Feed the donkeys, goats, and chickens and walk through the berries. We are off highway 53 in Duluth at 5399 Samuelson Road.

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Meet in the Park

Join us for our annual summer community gathering! It will be at Harrison Park on August 2nd from 10am – 3pm. There will be 2 Bounce Houses, Climbing Wall, Relay Races, Mobile Library, Snacks and Beverages, Sidewalk Chalk, Water Painting. Face-Painting, Zoo Mobile-5 Senses Exhibit, Big Red Bookshelf, Basketball, Nature Play Activities, Resources, Games, Activities, Give Aways, Drawing, Prizes, and more! If you would like to sponsor or table at this event, email us at jodi.lpcfc@gmail.com.

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Beginner-friendly Acrylic Painting Lesson at Brighton Beach

Join us for a relaxing outdoor acrylic painting class at beautiful Brighton Beach in Duluth, Minnesota. Whether you’ve never picked up a paintbrush or you’re looking for a fun creative outing, this class is designed for everyone. We’ll guide you step-by-step through the entire painting process, making it easy to create a piece you’ll be proud to display in your home. No experience is necessary — just bring yourself and a willingness to have fun! Your class includes: Beginner-friendly instruction All paints, brushes, canvas, easel, and supplies provided Step-by-step guidance from start to finish A finished acrylic painting to take home A beautiful lakeside setting overlooking Lake Superior Come spend a few relaxing hours surrounded by the beauty of the North Shore, meet new people, learn a new skill, and enjoy a creative experience unlike any other. With the sound of the waves, fresh Lake Superior air, and an inspiring…

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Community Garden Open House

Join the Superior Community Gardens Association for a celebration of summer, community, and local roots. Gardeners and board members will be on hand to provide a tour of the space. Feel free to bring a dish to share!

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