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[Karen Amundson (Chamber)]

The Audubon Center of the North Woods is a new member of the chamber ~ 
Please take a look at the opportunities below for some great 
family/outdoor time. It's a beautiful location and a place that you need 
to visit (often!!).
Please read and share ~
Thank you.
Karen.




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*Woods, Water and Wisdom: A /Family Nature Adventure at the Lake/*

*June 16-21, 2013*

Audubon Center of the North Woods, Sandstone, MN**

*/Program intended for participants and family members ages 9 and up/*

The forests, fields, ponds and lakes of Minnesota's North Woods hold 
exciting environmental lessons for you and your grandchild. Search for 
reptiles and amphibians, meet impressive birds of prey, discover the 
hidden life of beavers and learn about the natural behavior of wolves. 
Feel the rush of adventure on our rock climbing wall and high ropes 
course, and enjoy making traditional Ojibwe crafts.

*/Highlights/*

.Take field trips to the North West Fur Post, where you learn about a 
colorful chapter in Minnesota's history, and the Hinckley Fire Museum, 
interpreting one of the most destructive fires in history.

.Examine pond water samples under the microscope to see what tiny 
creatures are

  * living in them.

.Canoe on beautiful Grindstone Lake, go down a zipline and learn about 
outdoor survival.

/All-inclusive package and commuter rates available./

Audubon Center of the North Woods, Phone: 1-888-404-7743

Email: fenner at audubon-center.org <mailto:fenner at audubon-center.org>

Web: http://www.audubon-center.org/elderhostels.htm 
<http://www.audubon-center.org/2010_BecomingOutdoorFamily_brochure.pdf>

*Motorcycling Scenic Minnesota Tour*

*July 8-12, 2013*

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*/A Naturalist-led Motorcycle Tour of Minnesota's Most Beautiful 
Highways, Byways and Natural Areas/*

Join father and son team Douglas and Bryan Wood on a 4-night, 5-day 
motorcycle tour of Minnesota at its finest. Travel scenic by-ways and 
roads off-the-beaten path to discover and learn about the amazing 
natural wonders that abound in this state. Each day participants will 
experience first-hand the diverse habitats, regions and waterways of 
Minnesota, while camping out at picturesque state parks and forests each 
night. Evenings will be filled with reflections from the day, stories 
and music.

A SAG (support and gear) wagon and trailer will transport gear to each 
campsite every day. All meals, camping fees, group camping gear and 
educational instruction are included. Participants are responsible for 
their own motorcycle and associated travel costs, and personal gear.

Tandem riders are welcomed.

Audubon Center of the North Woods, Phone: 1-888-404-7743

Email: fenner at audubon-center.org <mailto:fenner at audubon-center.org>

Web: http://www.audubon-center.org/motorcycle.htm 
<http://www.audubon-center.org/2010_BecomingOutdoorFamily_brochure.pdf>

**

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*Forkhorn II Summer Camp*

*July 29 - August 2, 2013*

Hosted by MN Deer Hunters Assn. at the Audubon Center of the North Woods

Archery Certification and more!Ages 11-16, Includes MN Bow Hunter 
Certificate

"Forkhorn II" is an advanced Forkhorn Camp for youth who are graduates 
of Forkhorn I Camp or have completed their Firearm Safety Training. This 
is a more intensive camp that takes students beyond basic whitetail deer 
hunting knowledge and strategies, providing them with advanced training 
in the areas of:

Bow hunting, Map and compass orienteering, Specialty hunting techniques, 
Marksmanship training, Ethical hunting practices, Big game ecology, Game 
preparation

Students will be certified in the Minnesota Bow Hunter Education Program 
as part of this camp.

The Audubon Center Camp will also include animal signs, raptor lore, 
taxidermy, and traditional practices.

Audubon Center of the North Woods, Phone: 1-888-404-7743

Email: audubon1 at audubon-center.org <mailto:audubon1 at audubon-center.org>

Web: http://www.audubon-center.org/forkhorn.htm 
<http://www.audubon-center.org/2010_BecomingOutdoorFamily_brochure.pdf>


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*/Laurie Fenner
/*Marketing Coordinator

Audubon Center of the North Woods
PO Box 530, Sandstone, MN 55072
320-245-2648, Fax: 320-245-5272
_www.audubon-center.org
fenner at audubon-center.org_ <blocked::mailto:fenner at audubon-center.org>

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facebook.com/AudubonCenter/

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