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WASHBURN -- Embark on a hands-on adventure at Fort Mandan State Historic Site, Washburn, with free interactive learning programs for all ages.
Programs are offered at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. during the following times.
-- Aug. 31-Sept. 4: Discover the rich agricultural heritage along the Missouri River, from Indigenous gardens to modern-day agricultural practices.
-- Sept. 5-6: Create colorful bubble art on a postcard, or bring white T-shirts, blankets, or towels from home to decorate.
-- Sept. 7-11: Join in the conversation during this lecture about the bison's ecological impact on the northern Plains.
-- Sept. 12-13: Follow clues from feathered friends during a scavenger hunt across the grounds of Fort Mandan.
-- Sept. 14-18: Learn about the ecological importance of the Missouri River before and after the Garrison Dam.
-- Sept. 19-20: Being a fur trader puts you in extreme situations, including having to wade through icy water to check traps. How long would you last in the Ice Water Challenge?
-- Sept. 21-25: Learn about the ecological importance of the river before and after the Garrison Dam.
-- Sept. 26-27: Design a paper boat to transport goods up the river for the fur trade.
These programs are part of the ND250 commemoration celebrating the country's 250th anniversary.