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Fort Stevenson hosting maple syrup events

GARRISON – Fort Stevenson State Park will be holding sugar maple tree tapping events on April 13. Members of the Fort Stevenson State Park team will be demonstrating how to properly tap sugar maple trees to collect sap for making maple syrup. Visitors will also be given the history behind maple syrup and the equipment that is needed to make it. The tree tapping demonstrations will take place at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. From 11 a.m.-3 p.m., visitors will also have the opportunity to take a horse-drawn wagon ride. Activities for children and other maple syrup-related programs will ...

Zoo News: Taking advantage, while it lasts

Changes in the zoo are always exciting and with a lot of new construction on the horizon, there is a lot to be excited about. This summer alone will see three major changes to the south campus of the zoo. This will include the construction of the new African Plains Building, a new concession stand and the relocation of the Discovery Barn from the north side of the river. New infrastructure will precede the projects along with making temporary accommodations for the giraffes. The early warming we are seeing this week should help all of this move along even earlier than we thought. ...

Zoo News: Taking advantage, while it lasts

Changes in the zoo are always exciting and with a lot of new construction on the horizon, there is a lot to be excited about. This summer alone will see three major changes to the south campus of the zoo. This will include the construction of the new African Plains Building, a new concession stand and the relocation of the Discovery Barn from the north side of the river. New infrastructure will precede the projects along with making temporary accommodations for the giraffes. The early warming we are seeing this week should help all of this move along even earlier than we thought. If ...

Festival for music camp

Organizers of the 35th Anniversary Frozen Fingers Festival, taking place Friday, April 5, and Saturday, April 6, at the Sleep Inn & Suites Conference Center, Minot, plan to use the event proceeds to send local youth who are interested in music to the International Music Camp. Every year, the ...

Retirement’s Comic Relief

The March equinox occurred two weeks ago today, marking the first day of spring. Although it could be a bit early to put the snow blower away, one can’t help but look forward to more outdoor activities soon. For us, thoughts this time of the year include returning to our small lake cabin and the oasis of secluded relaxation it has provided for 40 years. It is never certain what will be discovered on the first lake visit of the year. Fallen tree branches blocking the gravel road are a frequent nuisance. But, less common discoveries can prove more challenging. Like the year 22 trees ...

Quilter of 40 years Linda Glueckert is the 2024 featured quilter for this year's Minot Prairie Quilt Festival, and the theme is Red, White and BOOM. The exhibition is being held at the Grand Hotel, spanning the entire facility. The doors open to the public on Thursday at 9 a.m., and the event ...