Join Voyageurs Conservancy in celebrating the beauty of Voyageurs National Park. From stargazing under dark skies to hands-on learning experiences, our events offer opportunities to connect, explore, and support this cherished landscape. Discover what’s coming up and be part of the adventure!
Voyageurs National Park is celebrating 50 years in 2025! We’ll be featuring Voyageurs rich history, stunning landscapes, and incredible wildlife with special events and activities throughout the year.
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Wild Teaching and Learning: Spotting Spring Ephemerals
Sunday, April 13, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Lester ParkJoin Moss Kupper, Voyageurs Conservancy Education Coordinator and North Shore Naturalist, for a series of nature-based learning experiences!
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International Dark Sky Week
April 21st - 25th, events daily
Rainy Lake Visitor CenterJoin us for an incredible weeklong celebration of International Dark Sky Week and National Park Week! we'll explore the wonders of northern Minnesota's night sky and learn about Voyageurs National Park's role in protecting dark skies.
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StarTribune Unbound Festival
Saturday, April 26, 2025
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Trailhead, Theodore Wirth ParkConnect with Voyageurs Conservancy and celebrate the abundant natural resources and recreation opportunities available in Minnesota with Strib Unbound: Outdoor Adventure For All!
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Wild Teaching and Learning: May Migration
Sunday, May 25, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hartley Nature CenterJoin Moss Kupper, Voyageurs Conservancy Education Coordinator and North Shore Naturalist, for a series of nature-based learning experiences!
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Voyageurs Twin Cities Birthday Bash
Thursday, May 29th
4:00-8:00 PM
Utepils Brewing, Minneapolis
We’re throwing a party for Minnesota’s national park, and you’re invited! Join us at Utepils Brewing to mark 50 years of Voyageurs National Park with an evening of celebration, conservation, and community. -
Crane Lake Visitor Center Grand Opening
Saturday, June 6th
1:30-5:00 PM
Crane Lake, MN
Join the Crane Lake Community, the National Park Service, and Voyageurs Conservancy for the Grand Opening of Voyageurs National Park’s brand-new Crane Lake Visitor Center!
Scroll down for all of our upcoming events!
Full Event Listings:
Wild Teaching and Learning: Spotting Spring Ephemerals
Join Moss Kupper, Voyageurs Conservancy Education Coordinator and North Shore Naturalist, for a series of nature-based learning experiences! Each session centers on a theme integrating current phenology, and connects back to seasonal happenings at Voyageurs National Park.
International Dark Sky Week
Join us for an incredible weeklong celebration of International Dark Sky Week and National Park Week! Led by Jesse Gates, a NASA Solar System Ambassador and Education Specialist with Voyageurs Conservancy, we'll explore the wonders of northern Minnesota's night sky and learn about Voyageurs National Park's role in combating light pollution and protecting our dark skies.
StarTribune Unbound: Outdoor Adventure For All
Celebrate the abundant natural resources and recreation opportunities available in Minnesota with Strib Unbound: Outdoor Adventure For All!
Visit Voyageurs Conservancy at the event to learn more about Minnesota’s National Park! We’ll have trip planning resources, family-friendly activities, park maps, information on upcoming events and more!
Wild Teaching and Learning: May Migration
Join Moss Kupper, Voyageurs Conservancy Education Coordinator and North Shore Naturalist, for a series of nature-based learning experiences! Each session centers on a theme integrating current phenology, and connects back to seasonal happenings at Voyageurs National Park.
Voyageurs Twin Cities Birthday Party
We’re throwing a party for Minnesota’s national park, and you’re invited! Join us on May 29 at Utepils Brewing to mark 50 years of Voyageurs National Park with an evening of celebration, conservation, and community.
Crane Lake Visitor Center Grand Opening
Join the Crane Lake Community, the National Park Service, and Voyageurs Conservancy for the Grand Opening of Voyageurs National Park’s brand-new Crane Lake Visitor Center!
Pints for the Park!
Grab a drink and join Voyageurs Conservancy for an opportunity to connect with staff and fellow park supporters!
Further event details & programming information to come.
Voyageurs National Park Community Birthday Party
Join Voyageurs Conservancy and Voyageurs National Park for a day of family-friendly community events featuring live music, snacks & drinks, fishing on the pier, North canoe rides with NPS Rangers, and a community art project!
Leave No Trace Spotlight
Voyageurs National Park has been selected as a 2025 Leave No Trace Spotlight. The Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Team will be at Voyageurs National Park July 24-26, collaborating with hosts and partners on a variety of programs including stewardship projects, workshops, and community outreach.
Voyageurs at the Minnesota State Fair
Visit with Voyageurs Conservancy and National Park Staff at the Great Minnesota Get-Together! Visit our booth to connect with park experts, talk all things trip-planning, enter to win Voyageurs-inspired prizes, and celebrate the park’s 50th birthday!
Voyageurs National Park Star Party
Experience the beauty and wonder of the night sky at the Voyageurs Star Party, a series of free astronomy events taking place Labor Day Weekend, August 29 - 30 at Voyageurs National Park. This event is open to all ages and welcomes everyone, from amateur astronomers to first-time stargazers.
Voyageurs National Park Museum Collections Open House
Celebrate 50 Years of Parkhood with a Look Back in Time
Voyageurs National Park History & Archives Webinar
Celebrate 50 Years of Parkhood with a Look Back in Time
Sea Kayaking Voyageurs National Park: Routes and Park Update
Voyageurs National Park offers a "just right" sea kayaking experience for novice paddlers, challenge seekers and everyone in between. Located in the far north of Minnesota it has BIG lakes, Taj Mahal campsites reserved just for you, and only two (optional) portages! Learn the best routes for your ability, what matters when selecting a campsite and get a park update from an NPS Park Ranger.
Explore Voyageurs National Park at Canoecopia
Come learn about Voyageurs National Park at Canoecopia! At 218,000 acres, Voyageurs National Park has places for everyone to explore. Voyageurs is known for its amazing water-based recreation and camping experiences, pristine lakes and world-class fishing, boreal forests, calling loons, winter ice roads, and starry skies. Come hear Kate Fenske, Conservancy Public Engagement Coordinator, and Conservancy members share ways you can make the most out of a paddling trip to Minnesota's national park.
Boreal Stargazing Week: Duluth Dark Sky Snowshoe
Snowshoe and stargaze on the snowy trails of Hartley Nature Area and hear Ojibwe star stories!
Boreal Stargazing Week: XC Ski with the Polar Polers Ski Club & Telescope Night Sky Viewing
XC ski with Park Rangers and members of the Polar Polers Nordic Ski Club – all ages and abilities welcome!
Boreal Stargazing Week: Winter Night Skies & The Aurora Borealis
Join Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky enthusiast, Jesse Gates, as we explore the wonders of the winter night sky!
Wild Teaching and Learning: Winter Tree Identification
Join Moss Kupper, Voyageurs Conservancy Education Coordinator and North Shore Naturalist, for a series of nature-based learning experiences! Each session centers on a theme integrating current phenology, and connects back to seasonal happenings at Voyageurs National Park.
Minnesota's National Treasures: Teacher Workshop
Join the education teams from Wild Rivers Conservancy, Mississippi Park Connection, Friends of the Boundary Waters and Voyageurs Conservancy to learn more about how you can connect your students to these unique and wild places in our state!
Wild Teaching and Learning: Autumn Harvest and Animal Signs
Join Moss Kupper, Voyageurs Conservancy Education Coordinator and North Shore Naturalist, for a series of nature-based learning experiences! Each session centers on a theme integrating current phenology, and connects back to seasonal happenings at Voyageurs National Park.
2024 Voyageurs Conservancy Member Breakfast
Rise and shine, Northwoods fans! We’re bringing the magic of Voyageurs down to the cities for our Annual Members Breakfast on October 23rd at the Trailhead, Theo Wirth Park in Minneapolis! This isn’t your average oatmeal-and-coffee affair—we're talking stories from the wild, sneak peeks at upcoming conservation wins, and the chance to mingle with fellow park lovers.
You’ll even get to hear from our fabulous Field Fellows, who’ve been out there knee-deep in science and adventure, protecting Voyageurs. They’ve been tracking wolves, banding eagles, studying fish, and braving mosquitoes that are practically the size of loons—all in the name of keeping our park healthy and wild.
Never been to Theo Wirth? It’s like the Northwoods, minus the boat ride and plus a better muffin. Trust us, it's going to be a morning worth setting that alarm for.
Not a member yet? Not a problem! An annual gift of any amount makes you part of our park-loving crew. Just hit that RSVP link below to make or renew your gift, and voila—you’re officially a Voyageurs Conservancy member! You’ll even get a front-row seat to some of the coolest projects happening in Minnesota’s national park.
RSVP or call 612-333-5424.
Can't join us at the breakfast in-person? Register to receive a virtual message with program updates from our Executive Director, a message from Field Fellows, and more! Those who sign up for the event will receive their message in the days following the event.
Fall Hike & Picnic with a Ranger: Vermilion Falls
Take in beauty and power of Vermillion River as it roars and swirls and cascades through a 10- foot granite opening. Then continue along the river to possibly view a wild rice bed and learn more about native Minnesota plants, traditional Ojibwe uses for plants, and the impact of exotic species on the ecosystem. After the hike bring your own lunch and join Ranger Jackie for an informal opportunity to ask questions and learn more about Voyageurs National Park.
Tent Talk: The Crossroads of Art, Music, and National Parks
Join orchestral composer and Voyageurs Conservancy and Voyageurs National Park Artist-in-Residence Marko Bajzer for an exploration on the long and intertwined history of the national parks and the arts, including his upcoming symphonic work entitled "Sky-Tinted Water," which will be written to commemorate the park's 50th anniversary in 2025. He has previously served as Artist-in-Residence at Joshua Tree, Lassen Volcanic, and Great Basin National Parks.
International Observe the Moon Night: Telescope Observation Session
Observe the Moon through our powerful 18-inch mirror telescope. Through our telescope you will see features up close such as impact craters that run deeper than the grand canyon, towering mountain ranges, and more! You will also have a chance to observe Saturn and learn about its fascinating moons.
International Observe the Moon Night: Student Activities
Stop by the Rainy Lake Visitor Center any time between 1:00 and 5:00 PM for a special interactive student activity for Observe the Moon Night. Learn about how impact craters on the Moon reveal its violent past, discover how to find features on the Moon using binoculars, and more! These activities are great for K-5 students, but all ages are welcome.
Later this night, you are welcome to join us as we observe the Moon up close using our powerful 18”-mirror telescope.
All materials have been provided by the Bell Museum in celebration of International Observe the Moon Night.
Park After Dark - 9/6
Voyageurs National Park has some of the darkest - and most brilliant - night skies! This summer, enjoy a family-friendly guided tour across space with a Voyageurs Conservancy education specialist and experience Minnesota's national park after dark. With our powerful telescope, you’ll have the opportunity to view distant planets, galaxies, and mesmerizing starscapes like never before!
Park After Dark - 8/30
Voyageurs National Park has some of the darkest - and most brilliant - night skies! This summer, enjoy a family-friendly guided tour across space with a Voyageurs Conservancy education specialist and experience Minnesota's national park after dark. With our powerful telescope, you’ll have the opportunity to view distant planets, galaxies, and mesmerizing starscapes like never before!
Junior Ranger: Let's Go Fishing!
Join a Park Ranger for a Fishing Program in Voyageurs National Park!
The Junior Angler Program is a fantastic opportunity for kids and families to learn the art of fishing with a Park Ranger. This program offers a fun and educational experience that teaches participants about native fish habitats, ecology, and the basics of angling. All gear is provided and this program includes a variety of activities. Located at the Rainy Lake Fishing Pier, our Junior Angler Program is a great way to learn a new skill and connect with your family at Voyageurs National Park.
Park After Dark - Crane Lake
Voyageurs National Park has some of the darkest - and most brilliant - night skies! This summer, enjoy a family-friendly guided tour across space with a Voyageurs Conservancy education specialist and experience Minnesota's national park after dark. With our powerful telescope, you’ll have the opportunity to view distant planets, galaxies, and mesmerizing starscapes like never before!
Park After Dark - 8/23
Voyageurs National Park has some of the darkest - and most brilliant - night skies! This summer, enjoy a family-friendly guided tour across space with a Voyageurs Conservancy education specialist and experience Minnesota's national park after dark. With our powerful telescope, you’ll have the opportunity to view distant planets, galaxies, and mesmerizing starscapes like never before!
Junior Ranger: Let's Go Fishing!
Join a Park Ranger for a Fishing Program in Voyageurs National Park!
The Junior Angler Program is a fantastic opportunity for kids and families to learn the art of fishing with a Park Ranger. This program offers a fun and educational experience that teaches participants about native fish habitats, ecology, and the basics of angling. All gear is provided and this program includes a variety of activities. Located at the Rainy Lake Fishing Pier, our Junior Angler Program is a great way to learn a new skill and connect with your family at Voyageurs National Park.
Park After Dark - 8/16
Voyageurs National Park has some of the darkest - and most brilliant - night skies! This summer, enjoy a family-friendly guided tour across space with a Voyageurs Conservancy education specialist and experience Minnesota's national park after dark. With our brand new 18’ telescope, you’ll have the opportunity to view distant planets, galaxies, and mesmerizing starscapes like never before!
Junior Ranger: Let's Go Fishing!
Join a Park Ranger for a Fishing Program in Voyageurs National Park!
The Junior Angler Program is a fantastic opportunity for kids and families to learn the art of fishing with a Park Ranger. This program offers a fun and educational experience that teaches participants about native fish habitats, ecology, and the basics of angling. All gear is provided and this program includes a variety of activities. Located at the Rainy Lake Fishing Pier, our Junior Angler Program is a great way to learn a new skill and connect with your family at Voyageurs National Park.
Love Your Park: Hike with a Birder
Enjoy a morning of birding with interpretive park ranger, Peter Miller, and learn about the birds you can find in Voyageurs National Park. We will discuss the important role birds play in these northern forests and lakes while witnessing what makes this park such unique place for birding. While hiking on the Oberholtzer trail, we will talk about the tips and tricks to find and identify birds and discover what makes birding a continually rewarding activity to do in your own backyard! This program is designed for all ages and all experience levels.
Voyageurs Star Party - Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center
Discover your park after dark at the Voyageurs Star Party - a stellar series of free astronomy events August 8-10 at Voyageurs National Park. The Voyageurs Star Party is brought to you by Voyageurs Conservancy, the National Park Service, and many partners. The star party is free to attend and welcoming for all ages. Whether you’re an amateur astronomer or this is your first time stargazing, you won’t want to miss this star-studded event.
Voyageurs Star Party - Rainy Lake Visitor Center
Discover your park after dark at the Voyageurs Star Party - a stellar series of free astronomy events August 8-10 at Voyageurs National Park. The Voyageurs Star Party is brought to you by Voyageurs Conservancy, the National Park Service, and many partners. The star party is free to attend and welcoming for all ages. Whether you’re an amateur astronomer or this is your first time stargazing, you won’t want to miss this star-studded event.
Crane Lake Visitor Center: Hard Hat Tour & Open House
Grab your hard hat and join us for an exclusive sneak peek at the brand-new Crane Lake Visitor Center. It's going to be a day of exploring, mingling, and stargazing—Northwoods style!
Event Highlights:
Tour the New Center: Get an insider's look before anyone else.
Open House: Drop in when you can, we’ll give brief remarks and project updates at 6:30 and 7:30 PM
Night Sky Exhibits: Hear about our upcoming celestial showcases and have fun with a hands-on sky activity. We’ll have stickers and activity books for kids too. Meet exhibit designers Jim and Sarah, the masterminds behind the new night-sky focused exhibits.
Sweet Treats: Because no North Woods event is complete without some ice cream!
Brought to you by the Crane Lake community, Voyageurs Conservancy, and the National Park Service
Park After Dark - 8/2
Voyageurs National Park has some of the darkest - and most brilliant - night skies! This summer, enjoy a family-friendly guided tour across space with a Voyageurs Conservancy education specialist and experience Minnesota's national park after dark. With our powerful telescope, you’ll have the opportunity to view distant planets, galaxies, and mesmerizing starscapes like never before!
Hike with a Ranger: Mukooda Trailhead
Mukooda Lake has many stories to tell. Stories of natural wonder, intrigue, and escape in this remote part of Voyageurs National Park. Escape to Mukooda Trailhead and take a hike with Park Ranger Dan Dendler. Learn about Voyageurs NP’s geologic wonders, and wander around old ruins of the Filben Cabin site together to hear stories of its criminal past. All ages are welcome to participate. Arrive via your own boat; trail is accessible by boat only.