Ladyslipper Ensemble

Ladyslipper Ensemble is a twin cities chamber music collective with two facets that bring the community something old and something new by presenting repertoire spanning from the 17th to the 21st century performed on early instruments and modern. Dedicated to uncovering lost works and introducing audiences to rarely heard pieces, we invite our listeners to explore the unfamiliar, creating a deeper appreciation for the forgotten. By offering innovative, fresh and engaging programming, Ladyslipper brings soulful and beautiful themes to life.

Lady Slipper Scenic Byway

Journey through the Chippewa National Forest as you travel the 28 mile Lady Slipper Scenic Byway, located between Blackduck MN and US Hwy 2 just east of Cass Lake. The Byway features pine and hardwood forests, great fishing lakes, recreation areas, historic sites and crosses the Mighty Mississippi. Ladyslippers are a common sight along the Byway beginning in late June. Visit the Rabideau Civilian Conservation Corps Camp, a National Treasure. Plan your visit for the lady's slipper blooming or around festivals in Blackduck or Cass Lake.

Lac Qui Parle State Park

The "lake which speaks" is a dominant feature of this park. In fall, thousands of geese descend on the lake, bald eagles perch on nearby trees and deer are a common sight. Fishing is popular year-round and the area is rich in Minnesota history. 6 miles hiking; 5 miles cross-country ski trails. The park has a semi-modern campground with electric sites, hot showers, flush toilets, swimming beach and boat access.

Lac Qui Parle Mission

The site of a mission, established in 1835, where the first Dakota dictionary, grammar, and gospel were completed. A chapel built in the 1940s by the WPA features artifacts and exhibits related to the Dakota and missionaries who worked with them. This Minnesota Historical Society historic site is managed by the Chippewa County Historical Society.

Lac Qui Parle County History Center

See pioneer displays, several period rooms, Melum doll collection of 300 dolls, period clothing, early home and farm implements, wildlife exhibit, military display with Civil War to Desert Storm, Native American display, log cabin furnished as pioneer home and pioneer schoolhouse. Hometown of Robert Bly, with Study used by local poet and writer. Machine and transportation shed, native prairie garden, genealogy research center with photo gallery. Tourist information distributed.

La Tourell's Resort & Outfitters

La Tourell's Resort & Outfitters is the closest resort to famous Basswood Lake in the BWCA. You can count on the La Tourell family's three generations of experience to provide you with reliable service and advice for your fishing vacation. Modern housekeeping cabins, excellent facilities, and top-notch boats, motors, and canoes. "Gateway to Wilderness Fishing" La Tourell's Resort is the "Gateway to Wilderness Fishing". Located on the edge of the BWCA on beautiful Moose Lake, La Tourell's gives you access into some of the best fishing found anywhere.

La Tourell's Moose Lake Outfitters

Wilderness canoe trips into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area and Canada's Quetico Park. Complete and partial outfitting, canoe tow service and bunk accommodations. Housekeeping cabins also available. Family operated with 3 generations of experience. Top-notch service, canoes and equipment. Lakeside location on the edge of the wilderness, at the end of Moose Lake Road, 22 mi NE of Ely. La Tourell's Outfitters provides wilderness canoe trips into Minnesota's BWCA and Ontario's Quetico Park.

La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

The site includes the 213 foot deep, 221 acre LaSalle Lake, with walleye, bluegill, northern pike and crappie populations. Water access is open, but parking is very limited.

Red and jack pine forests and woodlands, large white pine, balsam fir and white spruce forests, and a high quality old-growth northern white cedar forest are found within the statutory boundary of the SRA. Only foot traffic is allowed in the wooded interior of the property.

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