BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Lake Superior Reserve - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Lake Superior Reserve X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Lake Superior Reserve REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T150000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20240603T181615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T193258Z UID:5801-1721559600-1721574000@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:Lake Superior Day 2024 DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Greatest Lake July 21st on Barker’s Island in Superior\, Wisconsin\n\n\n\nJoin us on Barker’s Island in Superior to relax\, play\, and learn in celebration and appreciation of the Greatest Lake. \n\n\n\nEnjoy for free: \n\n\n\n\nInteractive activities\, games\, and learning opportunities for kids\, adults\, and families all focused on learning about and appreciating this Great Lake\n\n\n\nStand-up paddleboarding (try it out!) from noon-3pm\n\n\n\nGuided tours on the SS Meteor Whaleback Ship starting at 10:30am. Last tour departs at 1:30 pm. Reserve your tour time online: www.superiorpublicmuseums.org. Exhibit space also open 10:30-1:30…come explore inside the ship!\n\n\n\nVisit the Lake Superior Estuarium\n\n\n\nPrizes donated from local businesses \n\n\n\nBus running between the event and Superior Public Library\n\n\n\n\nFood vendors: \n\n\n\n\nSweeden Sweets \n\n\n\nSuperior Cubans\n\n\n\nGiinawiind Giginitaawigi’gomin\, Together We Grow through the American Indian Community Housing Program (AICHO)\n\n\n\n\nBus Information: \n\n\n\nCatch the free bus in the main parking lot at the Superior Public Library (1530 Tower Avenue). The bus is a school bus from Voyageur Bus Company with steps for entry\, a wheelchair lift\, 4 wheelchair spots and room for 25 people on bus seats.  \n\n\n\nThe schedule below is a best estimate. The bus should be ready for passengers 10-15 minutes before departure time. For example\, people can load the bus at the library starting at 11am to be ready for the 11:15 departure. \n\n\n\nFROM LIBRARY to eventFROM EVENT to library11:1511:4512:1512:451:151:452:152:4511:3012:00 noon12:301:001:302:002:303:00\n\n\n\nReady to leave Lake Superior Day? Meet the bus in front of the red building\, the Lake Superior Estuarium. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEXTEND THE FUN WITH CONNECTED EVENTS\n\n\n\nWisconsin Point Spotted Knapweed Pull\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 20\, 9-11am (note this is the day before the big event) Meet at Wisconsin Point Lot 1 \n\n\n\nJoin this caretaking and stewardship activity to kick-off the weekend celebrating Lake Superior. Read more about the Point Spotted Knapweed Pull on Facebook. \n\n\n\nA Walking Tour of Our Connections with Water\n\n\n\nSunday\, July 21\, 9:30-11 amBarker’s Island Festival Park \n\n\n\nJoin for a walking tour of the waterfront at Barker’s Island before the big Lake Superior Day event! Learn how our connections with water support our well-being through a series of brief immersive experiences like observing wildlife or birds\, sampling foods from the estuary\, a sensory awareness exercise\, and exploring estuary-inspired art and poetry. Along the way\, you will hear about how our various identities influence how we connect with the water\, based on results of the recent Waterway Benefits Survey. There will be additional time for questions at the end. The tour will be <1 mile and will be wheelchair accessible. Read more about A Walking Tour of Our Connections with Water here. \n\n\n\n7th Annual Paddle for the People!\n\n\n\nNorth Shore Stand Up Paddleboarding hosts the seventh annual Paddle for the People 4K recreational paddle race around Barker’s Island. The free race begins at 10 a.m. with mandatory check in from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. (Register online at duluthsup.com. Registration is limited.) \n\n\n\nSPONSORS\n\n\n\nThis year’s Lake Superior Day event in Superior is coordinated by the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve operated by the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, Division of Extension in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the following partners: the City of Superior\, North Shore SUP\, University of Wisconsin-Superior\, The Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve\, and Douglas County 4-H. The event is graciously sponsored by the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program. \n\n\n\nHISTORY OF LAKE SUPERIOR DAY\n\n\n\nLake Superior Day was started in the early 1990s to highlight the importance of this great water body to the basin’s environment and economy. This year’s event is coordinated by the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve operated by the University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The Reserve encompasses over 16\,000 acres along the St. Louis River freshwater estuary. Come enjoy the festivities in appreciation of the lake! \n\n\n\nLake Superior Day was started in the early 1990s to highlight the importance of this great water body to the basin’s environment and economy. Now it is held every 3rd Sunday in July. This year’s event in Superior is coordinated by the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve operated by the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, Division of Extension in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the following partners: the City of Superior\, University of Wisconsin-Superior\, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources\, The Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve\,  North Shore SUP and Wisconsin Sea Grant. The Reserve encompasses over 16\,000 acres along the St. Louis River freshwater estuary. Come enjoy the festivities in appreciation of the lake! \n\n\n\nABOUT LAKE SUPERIOR\n\n\n\nLake Superior is the cleanest\, coldest\, and clearest of the Great Lakes. The largest lake by surface area in the world\, it fuels our local shipping\, commercial fishing\, and recreational industries while providing clean drinking water. Every day\, each of the 600\,000 human residents of the Lake Superior basin use water from the lake for drinking\, home use\, industrial use\, or recreation. The lake is essential for countless fish\, birds\, animals\, and plants. URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/lake-superior-day-2024/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Estuarium,General,Homepage Featured Event,Monitoring,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2020/07/lakesuperiorday2020.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ryan Feldbrugge":MAILTO:ryan.feldbrugge@wisc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20240627T180220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T181213Z UID:6010-1721815200-1721822400@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors\, weekly on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. A FREE nature playgroup for children ages 3-7 with a different theme each week. You can expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities\, and more. Check out the Facebook event link for updates on weekly themes. \n\n\n\nChildren MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming—learn and play with us! \n\n\n\nWith questions please contact the education team through Ryan Feldbrugge via phone at 715-399-4090 or email Ryan.Feldbrugge@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\nRiver Rovers Dates 2024June 26July 3July 10July 17July 24July 31** NO River Rovers August 7**August 14 \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-7/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2023/06/river-rovers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20240627T180620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T180628Z UID:6012-1722420000-1722427200@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors\, weekly on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. A FREE nature playgroup for children ages 3-7 with a different theme each week. You can expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities\, and more. Check out the Facebook event link for updates on weekly themes. \n\n\n\nChildren MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming—learn and play with us! \n\n\n\nWith questions please contact the education team through Ryan Feldbrugge via phone at 715-399-4090 or email Ryan.Feldbrugge@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\nRiver Rovers Dates 2024June 26July 3July 10July 17July 24July 31** NO River Rovers August 7**August 14 \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-8/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2023/06/river-rovers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20240627T180857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T180905Z UID:6014-1723629600-1723636800@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors\, weekly on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. A FREE nature playgroup for children ages 3-7 with a different theme each week. You can expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities\, and more. Check out the Facebook event link for updates on weekly themes. \n\n\n\nChildren MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming—learn and play with us! \n\n\n\nWith questions please contact the education team through Ryan Feldbrugge via phone at 715-399-4090 or email Ryan.Feldbrugge@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\nRiver Rovers Dates 2024June 26July 3July 10July 17July 24July 31** NO River Rovers August 7**August 14 \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-9/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2023/06/river-rovers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20250604T130444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T130951Z UID:6807-1750845600-1750852800@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors\, weekly on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. A FREE nature playgroup for children ages 3-7 with a different theme each week. You can expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities\, and more. Check out the Facebook event link for updates on weekly themes. \n\n\n\nChildren MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming—learn and play with us! \n\n\n\nWith questions please contact the education team through Lauryn Cartee via phone at 715-399-4090 or email lauryn.cartee@wisc.edu \n\n\n\nRiver Rovers Dates 2025June 25July 2July 9July 16July 23July 30** NO River Rovers August 7**August 13 \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-10/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2024/07/river-rovers-featured-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20250604T131328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T202002Z UID:6810-1751450400-1751457600@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. River Rovers is a free nature playgroup for children ages 3-7\, with a different theme each week. Expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities and more. \n\n\n\nChildren must be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming. This event is best suited for families or small groups — no large school or summer-camp groups. For questions\, can contact Estuary Educator Lauryn Cartee via phone at 715-399-4090 or via email at lauryn.cartee@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\nThe University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. \n\n\n\nIs there anything else we should know to help ensure a positive experience for you and/or the youth you’re bringing? You may request an interpreter\, materials in an alternative language or format\, more information\, or other services to make this program more accessible\, by contacting Lauryn Cartee via email at Lauryn.Cartee@wisc.edu or Ryan Feldbrugge via phone at 715-399-4090. Contact Lauryn or Ryan as soon as possible. Ideally requests come 20 business days before the program occurs to ensure a match with services\, but we know that timing is difficult with the drop-in nature of River Rovers. Feel free to contact Lauryn or Ryan to learn more about the program and its set-up\, and to see what we can arrange. There’s no added cost to you for these services. \n\n\n\nRiver Rovers Dates 2025June 25 — What is a River?July 2 — WeatherJuly 9 — Eggs and NestsJuly 16 — CamouflageJuly 23 — Urban ExplorationJuly 30 — Plants** NO River Rovers August 7**August 13 — seasonal topic to be determined! \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-11/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2024/07/river-rovers-featured-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20250604T131719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T201654Z UID:6812-1752055200-1752062400@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. River Rovers is a free nature playgroup for children ages 3-7\, with a different theme each week. Expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities and more. \n\n\n\nChildren must be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming. This event is best suited for families or small groups — no large school or summer-camp groups. For questions\, can contact Estuary Educator Lauryn Cartee via phone at 715-399-4090 or via email at lauryn.cartee@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\nThe University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. \n\n\n\nIs there anything else we should know to help ensure a positive experience for you and/or the youth you’re bringing? You may request an interpreter\, materials in an alternative language or format\, more information\, or other services to make this program more accessible\, by contacting Lauryn Cartee via email at Lauryn.Cartee@wisc.edu or Ryan Feldbrugge via phone at 715-399-4090. Contact Lauryn or Ryan as soon as possible. Ideally requests come 20 business days before the program occurs to ensure a match with services\, but we know that timing is difficult with the drop-in nature of River Rovers. Feel free to contact Lauryn or Ryan to learn more about the program and its set-up\, and to see what we can arrange. There’s no added cost to you for these services. \n\n\n\nRiver Rovers Dates 2025June 25 — What is a River?July 2 — WeatherJuly 9 — Eggs and NestsJuly 16 — CamouflageJuly 23 — Urban ExplorationJuly 30 — Plants** NO River Rovers August 7**August 13 — seasonal topic to be determined! \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-12/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2024/07/river-rovers-featured-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20250604T131915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T201930Z UID:6814-1752660000-1752667200@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. River Rovers is a free nature playgroup for children ages 3-7\, with a different theme each week. Expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities and more. \n\n\n\nChildren must be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming. This event is best suited for families or small groups — no large school or summer-camp groups. For questions\, can contact Estuary Educator Lauryn Cartee via phone at 715-399-4090 or via email at lauryn.cartee@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\nThe University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. \n\n\n\nIs there anything else we should know to help ensure a positive experience for you and/or the youth you’re bringing? You may request an interpreter\, materials in an alternative language or format\, more information\, or other services to make this program more accessible\, by contacting Lauryn Cartee via email at Lauryn.Cartee@wisc.edu or Ryan Feldbrugge via phone at 715-399-4090. Contact Lauryn or Ryan as soon as possible. Ideally requests come 20 business days before the program occurs to ensure a match with services\, but we know that timing is difficult with the drop-in nature of River Rovers. Feel free to contact Lauryn or Ryan to learn more about the program and its set-up\, and to see what we can arrange. There’s no added cost to you for these services. \n\n\n\nRiver Rovers Dates 2025June 25 — What is a River?July 2 — WeatherJuly 9 — Eggs and NestsJuly 16 — CamouflageJuly 23 — Urban ExplorationJuly 30 — Plants** NO River Rovers August 7**August 13 — seasonal topic to be determined! \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-13/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2024/07/river-rovers-featured-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T150000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20250604T124846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T185344Z UID:6804-1753009200-1753023600@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:Lake Superior Day 2025 DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Greatest Lake July 20th on Barker’s Island in Superior\, Wisconsin\n\n\n\nJoin us on Barker’s Island in Superior to relax\, play\, and learn in celebration and appreciation of the Greatest Lake. \n\n\n\nEnjoy for free: \n\n\n\n\nInteractive activities\, games\, and learning opportunities for kids\, adults\, and families all focused on learning about and appreciating this Great Lake\n\n\n\nVisit the Lake Superior Estuarium\n\n\n\nStand-up paddleboarding (try it out!) from noon-3pm\n\n\n\nPrizes donated from local businesses \n\n\n\nBus running between Superior Public Library and the event\n\n\n\n\nFood and Tours: \n\n\n\n\nSuperior Cubans\n\n\n\nSweeden Sweets\n\n\n\nHalf price guided tours on the SS Meteor Whaleback Ship starting at 10:30am. Last tour departs at 1:30 pm. Reserve your tour time online: www.superiorpublicmuseums.org. Exhibit space also open 10:30-1:30…come explore inside the ship!\n\n\n\n\nBus Information: \n\n\n\nCatch the free bus in the main parking lot at the Superior Public Library (1530 Tower Avenue). The bus is a school bus from Voyageur Bus Company with steps for entry\, a wheelchair lift\, 3 wheelchair spots and room for 25 people on bus seats.  \n\n\n\nThe schedule below is a best estimate. The bus should be ready for passengers 10-15 minutes before departure time. For example\, people can load the bus at the library starting at 10:45am to be ready for the 11:00 departure. \n\n\n\nFROM LIBRARY to eventFROM EVENT to library11:0011:3012:00 noon12:301:001:302:0011:1511:4512:1512:451:151:452:153:00\n\n\n\nReady to leave Lake Superior Day? Meet the bus in front of the red building\, the Lake Superior Estuarium. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEXTEND THE FUN WITH CONNECTED EVENTS\n\n\n\nWisconsin Point Spotted Knapweed Pull at Wisconsin Point\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 19\, 9:30am – 12 noon (note this is the day before the big event) Meet at Wisconsin Point Lot 5 \n\n\n\nTo kick off a weekend of celebrating Lake Superior\, join us for a morning of stewardship on Wisconsin Point! We will be hand-pulling some of the non-local Spotted Knapweed plants that have spread around the parking lot. To learn more and sign up\, visit this page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spotted-knapweed-pull-at-wisconsin-point-tickets-1373285165899. \n\n\n\nPaddle for the People\n\n\n\nSunday\, July 20 \n\n\n\nNorth Shore Stand Up Paddleboarding hosts the eighth annual Paddle for the People 4K recreational paddle race around Barker’s Island. The free race begins at 10 a.m. with mandatory check in from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. (Register online at duluthsup.com. Registration is limited.) \n\n\n\nSPONSORS\n\n\n\nThis year’s Lake Superior Day event in Superior is coordinated by the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve operated by the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, Division of Extension in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the following partners: the City of Superior\, North Shore SUP\, Paddle it Forward\, University of Wisconsin-Superior\, The Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve\, Minnesota Sea Grant\, and Douglas County 4-H. Thank you to businesses that support the event through logistics or donations to the free prize drawing: Barkers Island Inn\, Barker’s Island Marina\, Duluth Pottery and Tile\, Epicurean\, Cap’n J’s Mini Golf\, Bluetick Design\, and more to come. \n\n\n\nHISTORY OF LAKE SUPERIOR DAY\n\n\n\nLake Superior Day was started in the early 1990s to highlight the importance of this great water body to the basin’s environment and economy. This year’s event is coordinated by the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve operated by the University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The Reserve encompasses over 16\,000 acres along the St. Louis River freshwater estuary. Come enjoy the festivities in appreciation of the lake! \n\n\n\nLake Superior Day was started in the early 1990s to highlight the importance of this great water body to the basin’s environment and economy. Now it is held every 3rd Sunday in July. This year’s event in Superior is coordinated by the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve operated by the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, Division of Extension in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the following partners: the City of Superior\, University of Wisconsin-Superior\, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources\, The Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve\,  North Shore SUP and Wisconsin Sea Grant. The Reserve encompasses over 16\,000 acres along the St. Louis River freshwater estuary. Come enjoy the festivities in appreciation of the lake! \n\n\n\nABOUT LAKE SUPERIOR\n\n\n\nLake Superior is the cleanest\, coldest\, and clearest of the Great Lakes. The largest lake by surface area in the world\, it fuels our local shipping\, commercial fishing\, and recreational industries while providing clean drinking water. Every day\, each of the 600\,000 human residents of the Lake Superior basin use water from the lake for drinking\, home use\, industrial use\, or recreation. The lake is essential for countless fish\, birds\, animals\, and plants. \n\n\n\nMORE EVENT INFORMATION\n\n\n\nThe University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. \n\n\n\nYou may request an interpreter\, materials in an alternative language or format\, or other services to make this event more accessible\, by contacting Ryan Feldbrugge via email at Ryan.Feldbrugge@wisc.edu or phone call 715-399-4090. Contact Ryan as soon as possible\, ideally by July 7\, 2025. Even if it’s after July 7\, feel free to contact Ryan to learn more about the event and its set-up\, and to see what we can arrange. There’s no added cost to you for these services. URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/lake-superior-day-2025/ CATEGORIES:Education,Estuarium,General,Monitoring,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2020/07/lakesuperiorday2020.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20250604T132150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T202133Z UID:6816-1753264800-1753272000@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. River Rovers is a free nature playgroup for children ages 3-7\, with a different theme each week. Expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities and more. \n\n\n\nChildren must be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming. This event is best suited for families or small groups — no large school or summer-camp groups. For questions\, can contact Estuary Educator Lauryn Cartee via phone at 715-399-4090 or via email at lauryn.cartee@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\nThe University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. \n\n\n\nIs there anything else we should know to help ensure a positive experience for you and/or the youth you’re bringing? You may request an interpreter\, materials in an alternative language or format\, more information\, or other services to make this program more accessible\, by contacting Lauryn Cartee via email at Lauryn.Cartee@wisc.edu or Ryan Feldbrugge via phone at 715-399-4090. Contact Lauryn or Ryan as soon as possible. Ideally requests come 20 business days before the program occurs to ensure a match with services\, but we know that timing is difficult with the drop-in nature of River Rovers. Feel free to contact Lauryn or Ryan to learn more about the program and its set-up\, and to see what we can arrange. There’s no added cost to you for these services. \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-14/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2024/07/river-rovers-featured-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20250604T132344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T202227Z UID:6818-1753869600-1753876800@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. River Rovers is a free nature playgroup for children ages 3-7\, with a different theme each week. Expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities and more. \n\n\n\nChildren must be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming. This event is best suited for families or small groups — no large school or summer-camp groups. For questions\, can contact Estuary Educator Lauryn Cartee via phone at 715-399-4090 or via email at lauryn.cartee@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\nThe University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. \n\n\n\nIs there anything else we should know to help ensure a positive experience for you and/or the youth you’re bringing? You may request an interpreter\, materials in an alternative language or format\, more information\, or other services to make this program more accessible\, by contacting Lauryn Cartee via email at Lauryn.Cartee@wisc.edu or Ryan Feldbrugge via phone at 715-399-4090. Contact Lauryn or Ryan as soon as possible. Ideally requests come 20 business days before the program occurs to ensure a match with services\, but we know that timing is difficult with the drop-in nature of River Rovers. Feel free to contact Lauryn or Ryan to learn more about the program and its set-up\, and to see what we can arrange. There’s no added cost to you for these services. \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-15/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2024/07/river-rovers-featured-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20250604T132636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T202325Z UID:6820-1755079200-1755086400@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:River Rovers DESCRIPTION:Join us outdoors on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers. River Rovers is a free nature playgroup for children ages 3-7\, with a different theme each week. Expect caring educators\, story time\, snacks\, outdoor activities and more. \n\n\n\nChildren must be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement in the programming. This event is best suited for families or small groups — no large school or summer-camp groups. For questions\, can contact Estuary Educator Lauryn Cartee via phone at 715-399-4090 or via email at lauryn.cartee@wisc.edu. \n\n\n\nThe University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. \n\n\n\nIs there anything else we should know to help ensure a positive experience for you and/or the youth you’re bringing? You may request an interpreter\, materials in an alternative language or format\, more information\, or other services to make this program more accessible\, by contacting Lauryn Cartee via email at Lauryn.Cartee@wisc.edu or Ryan Feldbrugge via phone at 715-399-4090. Contact Lauryn or Ryan as soon as possible. Ideally requests come 20 business days before the program occurs to ensure a match with services\, but we know that timing is difficult with the drop-in nature of River Rovers. Feel free to contact Lauryn or Ryan to learn more about the program and its set-up\, and to see what we can arrange. There’s no added cost to you for these services. \n\n\n\n\nLatest event details on Facebook URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/river-rovers-16/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:General,River Rovers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2024/07/river-rovers-featured-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T193000 DTSTAMP:20260409T084625 CREATED:20260227T141902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T141907Z UID:7752-1774630800-1774639800@lakesuperiornerr.org SUMMARY:Learning from Ishkode (f i r e): A Celebration and Exhibit Opening DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Lake Superior Estuarium for the opening of a NEW exhibit that shares the history and importance of Ojibwe cultural fire – Ishkode – at Wisconsin and Minnesota Points. \n\n\n\n5:00-6:30pm Open house with light snacks6:30-7:30 Celebration and roundtable discussionLearn about the collaborative work to revitalize Ishkode in the coastal forests of Wisconsin and Minnesota Points with the people who are leading the way. \n\n\n\nThis dynamic new feature in the Estuarium emerged from the research project Nimaawanji’idimin Giiwitaashkodeng (we are all gathered around the fire)\, led by Dr. Evan Larson and Nisogaabokwe Melonee Montano and their team\, and funded by Wisconsin Sea Grant. URL:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/event/learning-from-ishkode-f-i-r-e-a-celebration-and-exhibit-opening/ LOCATION:Lake Superior Estuarium\, 3 Marina Drive\, Superior\, WI\, 54880\, United States CATEGORIES:Estuarium,General,Homepage Featured Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lakesuperiornerr.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/319/2026/02/learning-from-ishkode-banner.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR