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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Solar Storms & Cosmic Colors: Explaining the Aurora Borealis
July 15, July 22, July 29, August 5
9:00-11:30 AM
All Visitor Centers
Start your morning with a drop-in solar viewing where Voyageurs Conservancy’s dark sky specialist & NASA Solar System Ambassador will guide you in safely observing the Sun through a solar telescope and dive into the science behind the northern lights. -
Park After Dark Programs
Weekly Thurs. & Fri. | July 17th - Sept. 26
Start times vary based on sunsetAttend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery.
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Hike with a Geologist
Saturday, July 19th
9:00-11:30 AM
Rainy Lake Visitor CenterJoin Voyageurs Conservancy and local educator and geologist Chris Hemstad for a hike through the geologic formations at Voyageurs National Park. The day will include a short presentation on the formation of Voyageurs. The group will then embark on a short walk to view examples of geologic formations common to Voyageurs National Park.
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Leave No Trace Trail Work at Voyageurs National Park
July 26
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Kab-Ash Trail
Give back to Voyageurs National Park by volunteering for a fun and rewarding volunteer trail work project on the Kab-Ash Trail. Volunteer activities include light trail maintenance, brushing, and other restoration work. -
Leave No Trace Spotlight
July 26-28th
Voyageurs National ParkVoyageurs National Park has been selected as a 2025 Leave No Trace Spotlight. Connect with the National Park Service, Subaru/Leave No Trace Team & Voyageurs Conservancy for a variety of workshops, volunteer projects & outreach efforts.
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Tent Talk: Geologic History of Voyageurs National Park
August 2
9:00 - 10:30 AM
Kabetogama Town HallJoin Voyageurs Conservancy and Chris Hemstad, local educator and geologist, for breakfast & coffee and explore the historical and geologic features of Voyageurs National Park.
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Solar Storms & Cosmic Colors: Explaining the Aurora Borealis
Start your morning with a drop-in solar viewing from 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM, where Voyageurs Conservancy’s dark sky specialist & NASA Solar System Ambassador will guide you in safely observing the Sun through a solar telescope. At 11:00 AM, dive into a 30-minute program exploring the science behind northern lights – why they happen, what determines their colors, why this year is ideal for viewing, and tips for catching these mesmerizing celestial displays.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Hike with a Geologist
Join Voyageurs Conservancy and local educator and geologist Chris Hemstad for a hike through the geologic formations at Voyageurs National Park. The day will include a short presentation on the formation of Voyageurs, nearly 2.8 billion years ago. The group will then caravan a short distance to a site where we will walk and view multiple examples of geologic formations common to Voyageurs National Park.
Solar Storms & Cosmic Colors: Explaining the Aurora Borealis
Start your morning with a drop-in solar viewing from 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM, where Voyageurs Conservancy’s dark sky specialist & NASA Solar System Ambassador will guide you in safely observing the Sun through a solar telescope. At 11:00 AM, dive into a 30-minute program exploring the science behind northern lights – why they happen, what determines their colors, why this year is ideal for viewing, and tips for catching these mesmerizing celestial displays.
Women of the Water: Eagle Encounters
Join Women of the Water, a women-only club based in Crane Lake, and Juli Ponder, Voyageurs Conservancy Board Member and former director of the University of Minnesota Raptor Center, for a unique opportunity to learn about eagle populations and research in Voyageurs National Park. Juli will lead the group to known nesting locations, with the potential to observe both adult eagles and their young eaglets in the wild.
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.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Leave No Trace Trail Work at Voyageurs National Park
Give back to Voyageurs National Park by volunteering for a fun and rewarding volunteer trail work project on the Kab-Ash Trail. Volunteer activities include light trail maintenance, brushing, and related restoration work during the Voyageurs National Park Leave No Trace Spotlight. Volunteers will be introduced to Leave No Trace and learn more about stewardship education. Take action and make a difference by showing your love for the park!
Solar Storms & Cosmic Colors: Explaining the Aurora Borealis
Start your morning with a drop-in solar viewing from 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM, where Voyageurs Conservancy’s dark sky specialist & NASA Solar System Ambassador will guide you in safely observing the Sun through a solar telescope. At 11:00 AM, dive into a 30-minute program exploring the science behind northern lights – why they happen, what determines their colors, why this year is ideal for viewing, and tips for catching these mesmerizing celestial displays.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Tent Talk: Geologic History of Voyageurs National Park
Join Voyageurs Conservancy and Chris Hemstad, local educator and geologist, for breakfast & coffee and explore the historical and geologic features of Voyageurs National Park. Learn about the notorious "Great Rainy Lake Geological Controversy" while traveling through 3 billion years of geologic time. Leave with a sense of the incredible and cataclysmic geologic upheavals that led to the present landscape of Voyageurs!
More details to come.
Solar Storms & Cosmic Colors: Explaining the Aurora Borealis
Start your morning with a drop-in solar viewing from 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM, where Voyageurs Conservancy’s dark sky specialist & NASA Solar System Ambassador will guide you in safely observing the Sun through a solar telescope. At 11:00 AM, dive into a 30-minute program exploring the science behind northern lights – why they happen, what determines their colors, why this year is ideal for viewing, and tips for catching these mesmerizing celestial displays.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
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!
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
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.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
Park After Dark
Attend this joint program hosted by Voyageurs Conservancy's dark sky specialist and NASA Solar System Ambassador and a Voyageurs National Park ranger for a night of stargazing and discovery. Begin with a short program exploring what it means to be a dark sky park and why preserving natural darkness matters. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the night with a 60-minute guided experience, featuring powerful telescopes, constellation tours, and stunning views.
"Sky-Tinted Water" – Performance with Bemidji Symphony Orchestra
Sky-Tinted Water by Marko Bajzer
Premier in honor of Voyageurs National Park
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46 by Edvard Grieg
Piano Concerto by Eric Ewazen featuring Tammy Miller, pianist
Composer & 2024 Artist-in-Residence Marko Bajzer will debut an original symphony orchestra piece, “Sky-Tinted Water,” inspired by the landscapes of Voyageurs. Concerts will take place at venues throughout Minnesota next fall to commemorate the 50th.
More details to come.
"Sky-Tinted Water" – Performance with the Rochester Symphony
Sky-Tinted Water by Marko Bajzer
Composer & 2024 Artist-in-Residence Marko Bajzer will debut an original symphony orchestra piece, “Sky-Tinted Water,” inspired by the landscapes of Voyageurs. Concerts will take place at venues throughout Minnesota next fall to commemorate the 50th.
Hear the music of the universe – from both near and far. Rochester native and composer, Marko Bajzer, joins Rochester Symphony to present new music celebrating the 50th anniversary of Voyageurs National Park. Sky-Tinted Water reflects the beauty of the natural landscape and cultural history of northern Minnesota. These earthly impressions set the stage for a voyage through the solar system with Holst’s The Planets – from the warlike thunder of Mars to the ethereal calm of Neptune. Paired with stunning video exploring the wonders of outer space, this special multimedia concert takes the imagination on a journey from the ground beneath to the stars above.
Learn more here. More details to come.
International Falls 4th of July Parade
The theme of this year’s International Falls July 4th Parade is “Celebrating 50 Years of Voyageurs National Park” and you’re invited to join us!
Come celebrate both America’s birthday & Voyageur’s National Park’s 50th birthday all at once and join the National Park Service and Voyageurs Conservancy to walk in the parade.
Jun Fujita Writing Workshop
Make your own pop-out poetry book with artist Dawn Wing to celebrate 50 years of Voyageurs National Park with inspiration from photographer-poet Jun Fujita, former resident of Wendt Island, Rainy Lake.
Voyageurs National Park Birthday Party on Rainy Lake
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!
Voyageurs National Park 50th Anniversary & 4th of July Parade Art Workshop
We are seeking several adults with some basic art skills (painting, cutting, sewing, etc.) to spend a day with local artist Martha Enzmann creating handmade giant fish windsocks for the International Falls 4th of July Parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of Voyageurs National Park.
Superintendent Bob DeGross’ Retirement Party
Let's raise a glass to Bob! Join community members, Voyageurs National Park's Employee Association, and Voyageurs Conservancy as we celebrate the retirement of Superintendent Bob DeGross and his 35-year NPS career. Together we will thank Bob for his service and hear reflections from colleagues on his lasting impact at Voyageurs, Big Cypress National Preserve, Everglades National Park, and beyond!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.