Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO), the multi-platinum, critically-acclaimed progressive rock group, has announced its highly-anticipated "Christmas Eve and Other Stories" Winter Tour.
Train Days
See model trains in operation, thanks to the Laurentian Model Railroaders Club. This dedicated and committed model railroading group sets up, runs their trains, and tears down in one of the most efficient operations imaginable. The museum is located near the water tower in Chisholm, and has a host of indoor and outdoor exhibits that examine the life of Iron Rangers from the turn of the last century through the mid-1900's.
Trails By Candlelight-Thompson County Park
Walk around the lake and through the woods on candlelight hiking and snowshoe trails, and plowed walking trails. A variety of snowshoe, hiking and walking trails, and distances, will be lit with hundreds of candles. Warm up with hot cocoa and crackling bonfires. Cocoa provided. Hot food available for purchase from food trucks.
Dogs not allowed. Service animals permitted.
Trails By Candlelight-Spring Lake Park Reserve
Take in the stunning views of the Mississippi River as you enjoy candlelight cross-country ski trails and plowed walking trails. Dakota County Parks ski pass required for skiers. A variety of cross-country ski and walking trails, and distances, will be lit with hundreds of candles. Warm up with hot cocoa and crackling bonfires. Cocoa provided. Hot food available for purchase from food trucks.
Traditional Campfire Program
Join James Pointer, park interpreter, for a traditional campfire program. The evening will include songs, stories, skits, and other audience participation activities. Dress appropriately for the outdoors and bring your own lawn chairs or blanket. Meet by the water of the Armstrong Bay Day Use Area. The program will be held inside the picnic shelter if there is inclement weather. Content is appropriate for all ages. Program is free of charge.
Tracking the Pack
Want to experience the life of a biologist? Join us for this wolf research weekend adventure! Discuss wolf research and management, learn what tools biologists use in the field to locate and study wild wolves and test your new skills with our telemetry equipment. We’ll even head into the field to search for the signal of wild wolves in the area.
Tracking and Animal Sign Field Trip
Often, when traversing the Sax-Zim Bog, tracks are encountered. But how do you know if you are looking at dog vs wolf tracks? What is the difference between a hole made by a Downy Woodpecker and a Black-backed Woodpecker? We will investigate the activity by critters in the Sax-Zim Bog through an investigation of the area around the Welcome Center.
Town and Country Days
The City of Kerkhoven will have its celebration. There are many events scheduled for all ages. Bring the whole family and enjoy the festivities!
Tour of Homes
Ride down 4th Avenue and hear stories of the people who lived along the the street.