https://www.nps.gov/voya News releases from Voyageurs National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/summer-2026-visitor-center-hours-and-boat-tour-reservations.htm Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:35:00 EST Voyageurs National Park announces summer visitor center hours and the opening date for 2026 boat tour and North Canoe Voyage program reservations. These hours and dates remain largely consistent with recent years. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/summer-2026-visitor-center-hours-and-boat-tour-reservations.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-releases-floodplain-statement-of-findings-for-kettle-falls-power-line-replacement.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:12:00 EST VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK, Minn. — Voyageurs National Park has released a Floodplain Statement of Findings for a proposed project to replace an approximately 13-mile underwater power distribution line serving the Kettle Falls area of the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-releases-floodplain-statement-of-findings-for-kettle-falls-power-line-replacement.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-to-conduct-winter-cattail-burns.htm Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:23:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. -- Voyageurs National Park staff will conduct prescribed burns in selected wetlands in and near Black Bay and Cranberry Bay on Rainy Lake in February and March 2026. Additional Sites on Irwin Bay on Lake Kabetogama will be burned if possible. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-to-conduct-winter-cattail-burns.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2026-boreal-stargazing-week.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:44:00 EST Boreal Stargazing Week returns Feb. 9–15, 2026 with in-person stargazing events across Minnesota and free virtual educational programs celebrating one of the world’s largest dark sky regions. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2026-boreal-stargazing-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/camping-and-houseboat-reservations-for-the-2026-summer-season-open-on-november-15.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:52:00 EST Beginning Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 9 a.m. CST. overnight tent camping reservations and houseboat permits for the 2026 summer season will become available. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/camping-and-houseboat-reservations-for-the-2026-summer-season-open-on-november-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/winter-2025-2026-rainy-lake-visitor-center-hours.htm Thu, 13 Nov 2025 09:32:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is announcing the Rainy Lake Visitor Center Hours for the 2025-2026 winter season. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/winter-2025-2026-rainy-lake-visitor-center-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/expected-business-potential-at-kettle-falls.htm Tue, 16 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff invite individuals and organizations interested in offering concession services at Kettle Falls to attend a pre-solicitation site visit of the grounds and facilities, Monday, Sept. 29. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/expected-business-potential-at-kettle-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-summer-hours-of-operation-for-visitor-centers.htm Mon, 05 May 2025 11:48:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff are pleased to announce the summer hours of operation for the park’s four visitor centers: Rainy Lake, Kabetogama Lake, Ash River, and, for the first time, the newly opened Crane Lake Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-summer-hours-of-operation-for-visitor-centers.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/nps-seeks-expressions-of-interest-on-services-at-kettle-falls.htm Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:43:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) open to individuals, educational institutions, government agencies or entities, non-profit, or for-profit organizations interested in the preservation and re-use of one or more facilities at Kettle Falls. The RFEI allows interested parties an opportunity to review the property, facilities, park area, and to submit their idea(s) of potential future use of the facilities. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/nps-seeks-expressions-of-interest-on-services-at-kettle-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reservations-for-2025-boat-tours-and-north-canoe-programs-open-april-15.htm Mon, 07 Apr 2025 04:48:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff announce that reservations for ranger-led boat tours and North Canoe Voyage programs open at 9:00 am CST on April 15 for the 2025 season. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reservations-for-2025-boat-tours-and-north-canoe-programs-open-april-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-celebrates-50th-birthday.htm Mon, 31 Mar 2025 05:04:00 EST On April 8, Voyageurs National Park will celebrate its 50th Anniversary. In collaboration with Voyageurs Conservancy, a variety of special events and programming, community partnerships, and other exciting initiatives will be hosted throughout the year. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-celebrates-50th-birthday.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/winter-2025-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:19:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff plan to conduct prescribed burns in selected wetlands in and near Black Bay and Cranberry Bay on Rainy Lake March 2025. Activities include burning floating and rooted invasive hybrid cattails as well as other wetland areas to remove dead vegetation, rejuvenate wetland plant communities, and reduce woody plant encroachment. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/winter-2025-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-winter-visitor-center-hours-and-activities.htm Mon, 09 Dec 2024 02:05:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is pleased to announce the winter schedule for its visitor centers, equipment rentals, and special events. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-winter-visitor-center-hours-and-activities.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/applications-for-commercial-use-authorizations-in-voyageurs-national-park-will-be-accepted-from-december-01-2024-february-28-2025.htm Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:18:00 EST Voyageurs National Park will start accepting Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) applications on Sunday, December 1, 2024. The open window to submit CUA applications has been extended to April 14, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/applications-for-commercial-use-authorizations-in-voyageurs-national-park-will-be-accepted-from-december-01-2024-february-28-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-camping-and-houseboat-reservations-for-the-2025-summer-season-open-on-november-15.htm Fri, 08 Nov 2024 18:59:00 EST Overnight tent camping reservations and houseboat permits for the 2025 summer season at Voyageurs National Park will open on November 15, 2024, at 9 am CST. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-camping-and-houseboat-reservations-for-the-2025-summer-season-open-on-november-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-lifts-burning-restrictions.htm Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:48:00 EST Due to recent rainfall and improved humidity over much of northern Minnesota, Voyageurs National Park is lifting the ban on campfires in the park, effective October 25, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-lifts-burning-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-issues-burning-restrictions-10-16-24.htm Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:32:00 EST Due to increasing fire danger, Voyageurs National Park is banning all campfires within the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-issues-burning-restrictions-10-16-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-memorial-services-for-park-ranger-kevin-grossheim.htm Thu, 10 Oct 2024 08:06:00 EST Memorial services for Voyageurs National Park law enforcement park ranger Kevin Grossheim will be held on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 1 p.m. at the Falls High School gymnasium. Falls High School is located at 1515 11th Street, International Falls, MN. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-memorial-services-for-park-ranger-kevin-grossheim.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-additional-information-after-law-enforcement-ranger-dies-in-the-line-of-duty-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:45:00 EST The National Park Service Ranger who died Sunday in the line of duty in Voyageurs National Park was a dedicated law enforcement officer, emergency services volunteer, member of the community, and beloved husband and friend. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-additional-information-after-law-enforcement-ranger-dies-in-the-line-of-duty-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/law-enforcement-ranger-dies-during-incident-response-on-namakan-lake-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Sun, 06 Oct 2024 14:32:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is mourning the loss of a law enforcement park ranger who died Sunday, October 6 in St. Louis County while responding to a call for help. The law enforcement ranger responded late Sunday morning to a call for assistance from a distressed civilian vessel on Namakan Lake. While towing the distressed vessel, the NPS boat capsized, forcing the ranger and the three individuals being assisted into the water. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/law-enforcement-ranger-dies-during-incident-response-on-namakan-lake-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/annual-autumn-buoy-removal-and-hunting-reminders.htm Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:14:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff will begin removing hazard markers and secondary aids to navigation within the park this week, starting on Rainy Lake, then moving to the Namakan Basin, which includes Kabetogama, Namakan, and Sand Point Lakes. Weather and other variables will determine the exact days when removal occurs. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/annual-autumn-buoy-removal-and-hunting-reminders.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-fall-hours-of-operations.htm Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:36:00 EST National Park staff announce fall hours of operation for visitor centers. The park is open year-round. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-fall-hours-of-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-and-voyageurs-conservancy-announce-acquisition-of-51-acres-on-rainy-lake.htm Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:50:00 EST The National Park Service, in collaboration with Voyageurs Conservancy, has acquired and permanently preserved a 51-acre site on Rainy Lake, furthering conservation efforts within Voyageurs National Park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-and-voyageurs-conservancy-announce-acquisition-of-51-acres-on-rainy-lake.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-chosen-by-national-park-trust-and-national-park-service-as-2024-challenge-cost-share-awardee.htm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 13:52:00 EST Voyageurs National Park has received a $20,000 award from the National Park Trust to power the ongoing Wetland Restoration Project. The National Park Trust, in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS), announced recently that a total of $361,000 was awarded to fund 17 enriching education and outdoor recreation initiatives through the 2024 Challenge Cost Share Program. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-chosen-by-national-park-trust-and-national-park-service-as-2024-challenge-cost-share-awardee.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/readout-national-park-service-director-chuck-sams-highlights-great-american-outdoors-act-projects-and-tribal-co-stewardship-during-trip-to-national-parks-in-minnesota-and-wisconsin.htm Mon, 26 Aug 2024 07:28:00 EST National Park Service Director Chuck Sams today finished a multi-day trip to Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota and Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in Wisconsin where he met with Tribal nations, reviewed large-scale infrastructure repair and improvement projects funded by the landmark Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), and celebrated the NPS birthday with park staff and visitors on August 25. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/readout-national-park-service-director-chuck-sams-highlights-great-american-outdoors-act-projects-and-tribal-co-stewardship-during-trip-to-national-parks-in-minnesota-and-wisconsin.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-s-annual-star-party-to-be-held-august-9-10.htm Thu, 01 Aug 2024 17:14:00 EST Experience the beauty and wonder of the night sky at the annual Star Party, featuring a series of free astronomy events taking place August 9-10 at Voyageurs National Park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-s-annual-star-party-to-be-held-august-9-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/cattail-removal-to-continue-in-voyageurs-national-park-summer-2024.htm Fri, 12 Jul 2024 07:58:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: Voyageurs National Park staff and contractors will resume work removing areas of invasive, hybrid cattail in wetlands within Voyageurs National Park from July through October of 2024. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/cattail-removal-to-continue-in-voyageurs-national-park-summer-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-encourages-mindful-boating-in-consideration-of-high-water.htm Wed, 10 Jul 2024 03:48:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN - With high-water levels due to summer rains, boaters are encouraged to watch their speed and limit wake near shorelines, docks, or other developed areas. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-encourages-mindful-boating-in-consideration-of-high-water.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-partners-with-u-s-coast-guard-to-offer-vessel-safety-inspections-saturday-june-8-2024.htm Mon, 03 Jun 2024 11:38:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: Voyageurs National Park’s division of visitor and resource protection will be partnering with the US Coast Guard and US Coast Guard Auxiliary to offer voluntary vessel inspections in the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-partners-with-u-s-coast-guard-to-offer-vessel-safety-inspections-saturday-june-8-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-summer-hours-of-operation.htm Wed, 22 May 2024 13:48:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: Voyageurs National Park staff announce summer hours of operation for the park’s three visitor centers. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-summer-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/public-scoping-period-for-voyageurs-national-park-s-frozen-lake-use-plan.htm Mon, 13 May 2024 05:47:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is providing early notification for the forthcoming public scoping period for Voyageurs National Park’s Frozen Lake Use Plan, in which the NPS requests your feedback on preliminary alternatives that will be further refined and analyzed in an Environmental Assessment (EA). https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/public-scoping-period-for-voyageurs-national-park-s-frozen-lake-use-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reservations-for-2024-boat-tours-and-north-canoe-programs-open-april-15.htm Tue, 02 Apr 2024 10:44:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff announce that reservations for ranger-led boat tours and North Canoe Voyage programs open at 9:00 am CST on April 15 for the 2024 season. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reservations-for-2024-boat-tours-and-north-canoe-programs-open-april-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-spring-visitor-center-hours-of-operation.htm Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:30:00 EST Voyageurs National Park Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center will be closed beginning on Sunday, March 31 and Rainy Lake Visitor Center will be closed beginning on Monday, April 1. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-spring-visitor-center-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/winter-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2024 03:50:00 EST In the coming weeks, when conditions allow, Voyageurs National Park staff will conduct prescribed burns in selected wetlands on Rainy and Kabetogama Lakes. The burn operations will be in and near Black Bay, Dove Bay, Cranberry Bay, and Alder Creek on Rainy Lake and Tom Cod, Irwin, Bowman, and Daley Bays on Kabetogama Lake https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/winter-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosting-stargazing-opportunities-during-minnesota-boreal-stargazing-week-february-10-to-18.htm Tue, 30 Jan 2024 09:49:00 EST Embrace the winter darkness and discover the magic of Minnesota's starbright skies! Join us for a week of free activities for students, families, and friends that will immerse you in learning and stargazing. Specifically, join us at Voyageurs National Park on Saturday, February 10 and 17 for these events: https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosting-stargazing-opportunities-during-minnesota-boreal-stargazing-week-february-10-to-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-new-winter-visitor-center-hours-of-operation-and-winter-equipment-rentals.htm Tue, 12 Dec 2023 08:29:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff would like to announce that the Rainy Lake Visitor Center will be reopening on Friday, January 5, 2024, for the winter season. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-new-winter-visitor-center-hours-of-operation-and-winter-equipment-rentals.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-posts-comment-report-from-frozen-lake-preliminary-proposal-civic-engagement.htm Mon, 30 Oct 2023 03:40:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has posted the public comment summary report related to the civic engagement process for Voyageurs National Park’s frozen lake surface access and use preliminary proposal that was held in spring 2023. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-posts-comment-report-from-frozen-lake-preliminary-proposal-civic-engagement.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-to-conduct-prescribed-burns-at-iw-stevens-site-on-namakan-lake.htm Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:19:00 EST Voyageurs National Park plans to conduct prescribed burns of previously thinned materials potentially beginning the week of 9/25, and subsequent weeks through October as conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-to-conduct-prescribed-burns-at-iw-stevens-site-on-namakan-lake.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-fall-visitor-center-operation-hours-2023.htm Mon, 18 Sep 2023 09:44:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: Voyageurs National Park staff announce fall hours of operation. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-fall-visitor-center-operation-hours-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-boat-launch-ramp-replacement-at-the-kabetogama-lake-visitor-center.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:29:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: The National Park Service will be replacing the boat launch located at the Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center. The contractor will start staging materials and equipment at the site on September 5, and the launch will be closed starting September 18. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-boat-launch-ramp-replacement-at-the-kabetogama-lake-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-s-annual-star-party-to-be-held-august-10-12.htm Thu, 27 Jul 2023 18:06:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: The National Park Service and Voyageurs Conservancy are celebrating the natural wonder and cultural heritage of Voyageurs National Park's night skies with the third annual summer Star Party August 10-12. This celebration at Voyageurs will support the continued protection and enjoyment of the park’s incredible night skies. Join us for special speakers, telescope viewing sessions, guided constellation tours, ranger programs, canoeing under the stars, and more. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-s-annual-star-party-to-be-held-august-10-12.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-s-wildlife-biologist-steve-windels-is-recipient-of-2023-distinguished-moose-biologist-award.htm Fri, 30 Jun 2023 19:02:00 EST Voyageurs National Park’s Wildlife Biologist Steve Windels Recipient of 2023 Distinguished Moose Biologist Award. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-s-wildlife-biologist-steve-windels-is-recipient-of-2023-distinguished-moose-biologist-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-lifts-burning-restrictions-and-reminds-visitors-fireworks-are-prohibited.htm Fri, 30 Jun 2023 09:47:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: The rainfall received this week over much of northern Minnesota has moderated fire danger for the short term. Rainfall amounts received across Voyageurs National Park varied from 1.5 to 2 inches. Given the rainfall amounts received, Voyageurs National Park is lifting the ban on campfires in the park effective at noon on June 30, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-lifts-burning-restrictions-and-reminds-visitors-fireworks-are-prohibited.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-nat-l-park-issues-burning-restrictions.htm Tue, 13 Jun 2023 12:11:00 EST Voyageurs National Park Issues Burning Restrictions https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-nat-l-park-issues-burning-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-establishes-vessel-decontamination-station-at-kettle-falls-portage-for-2023-season.htm Thu, 08 Jun 2023 08:21:00 EST In response to the discovery of zebra mussel veligers (larvae) in Black Bay of Rainy Lake in late 2021, Voyageurs staff is continuing a containment and prevention program. This program involves educational activities as well as new management operations related to Kettle Falls and Gold Portage areas. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-establishes-vessel-decontamination-station-at-kettle-falls-portage-for-2023-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-kettle-falls-concession-prospectus-update.htm Sun, 04 Jun 2023 20:00:00 EST National Park Service Announces Kettle Falls Concession Prospectus Update https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-kettle-falls-concession-prospectus-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-excited-to-announce-new-staffing.htm Fri, 26 May 2023 11:15:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is excited to announce new staffing. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-excited-to-announce-new-staffing.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2023-buoy-hazard-marker-placement.htm Fri, 19 May 2023 13:50:00 EST Hazard Markers placed 2023 https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2023-buoy-hazard-marker-placement.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-2023-vessel-safety-inspection.htm Tue, 16 May 2023 11:52:00 EST Voyageurs National Park Partners with U.S. Coast Guard to Offer Vessel Safety Inspections. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-2023-vessel-safety-inspection.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2023-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-protected-in-vnp.htm Wed, 26 Apr 2023 09:51:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is temporarily closing the breeding areas around three (3) of the park’s bald eagle nests to campers and other human activities. After the https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2023-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-protected-in-vnp.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-venue-change-for-4-20-public-open-house-and-extends-comment-period-on-frozen-lake-access-preliminary-proposal-through-6-3.htm Wed, 19 Apr 2023 09:07:00 EST Voyageurs National Park has moved the open house opportunity scheduled on Thursday, April 20th from the AmericInn Meeting Room to the auditorium at the Rainy Lake Campus of the Minnesota North College located at 1501 Highway 71 in International Falls, MN. The meeting will take place from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm given the change in venue. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-venue-change-for-4-20-public-open-house-and-extends-comment-period-on-frozen-lake-access-preliminary-proposal-through-6-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-midwest-regional-office-awards-voyageurs-national-park-staff-the-2022-midwest-region-maintenance-facility-team-of-the-year-award.htm Tue, 11 Apr 2023 03:39:00 EST The Midwest Regional Office of the National Park Service (NPS) has awarded Voyageurs National Park’s maintenance team with the 2022 Midwest Region Maintenance Facility Team of the Year Award. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-midwest-regional-office-awards-voyageurs-national-park-staff-the-2022-midwest-region-maintenance-facility-team-of-the-year-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosts-open-house-and-opens-comment-period-on-frozen-lake-access-preliminary-proposal.htm Tue, 28 Mar 2023 09:05:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) will be developing a Frozen Lake Surface Access and Use Plan at Voyageurs National Park and is seeking your input. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosts-open-house-and-opens-comment-period-on-frozen-lake-access-preliminary-proposal.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/stargazing-week-captivates-19-000-students-and-families-with-minnesota-night-skies.htm Thu, 16 Mar 2023 05:12:00 EST On a Tuesday afternoon, students across the country gasped as a river of stars illuminated their classrooms. Students were transported to Minnesota’s Voyageurs National Park and Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness - two protected areas that are a part of the largest Dark Sky Region in the world. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/stargazing-week-captivates-19-000-students-and-families-with-minnesota-night-skies.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/spring-2023-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Wed, 01 Mar 2023 08:03:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff will conduct prescribed burns in selected wetlands in and near Black Bay Narrows, Cranberry Bay, and Alder Creek in Rainy Lake and Tom Cod, Irwin, and Daley Bays in Kabetogama Lake. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/spring-2023-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-and-polar-polers-ski-club-offer-opportunities-to-enjoy-winter-fun.htm Wed, 15 Feb 2023 02:42:00 EST Voyageurs National Park’s Law Enforcement staff and the Polar Polers Ski Club have teamed up to offer a variety of ski events the weekend of February 24 through 26. Join us for a family-friendly ski on any of the three days for all skill levels and ages. Saturday and Sunday families and friends can also enjoy hotdogs, burgers, and cocoa along the trail, sponsored by the Polar Polers. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-and-polar-polers-ski-club-offer-opportunities-to-enjoy-winter-fun.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-and-voyageurs-conservancy-partner-with-multiple-agencies-and-friends-groups-to-offer-a-boreal-stargazing-week.htm Tue, 07 Feb 2023 09:26:00 EST Embrace the winter darkness and discover Minnesota's boreal skies. For generations, humans have looked to the stars for inspiration and connection. Located along the Minnesota-Canadian border is a rare sanctuary for starry skies. Voyageurs National Park and Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Northern Minnesota make up one of the largest Dark Sky Regions in the world. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-and-voyageurs-conservancy-partner-with-multiple-agencies-and-friends-groups-to-offer-a-boreal-stargazing-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2023-night-light-snowshoe-hike-to-be-held-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm Wed, 18 Jan 2023 08:56:00 EST Voyageurs National Park will offer a self-guided night snowshoe hike Friday, January 27 along the Oberholtzer Trail, with luminaries to light the way. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2023-night-light-snowshoe-hike-to-be-held-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-kettle-falls-concession-business-opportunity-application-process-open.htm Fri, 13 Jan 2023 03:32:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is releasing the opportunity for those interested in applying for the concession business of lodging, food and beverage, retail, marina, and other services at Kettle Falls within Voyageurs National Park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-kettle-falls-concession-business-opportunity-application-process-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-winter-visitor-center-hours-of-operation-and-winter-equipment-rentals.htm Tue, 20 Dec 2022 11:26:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff would like to remind visitors that the Rainy Lake Visitor Center will be reopening on Saturday, January 7, 2023, for the winter season. Hours of operation are Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-winter-visitor-center-hours-of-operation-and-winter-equipment-rentals.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-and-partner-voyageurs-conservancy-receives-national-park-foundation-open-outdoors-for-kids-grant-to-increase-their-dark-sky-classroom-initiative.htm Wed, 07 Dec 2022 09:15:00 EST Voyageurs National Park and park partner Voyageurs Conservancy are proud to receive an Open OutDoors for Kids grant from the National Park Foundation (NPF). This grant will further the reach of the Voyageurs Classroom Initiative, a joint education program that connects thousands of youth to Voyageurs National Park and encourages students to recognize their national park as an outdoor classroom, and an inviting space for families to deepen connections with one another. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-and-partner-voyageurs-conservancy-receives-national-park-foundation-open-outdoors-for-kids-grant-to-increase-their-dark-sky-classroom-initiative.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-overnight-camping-reservations-and-houseboat-permits-for-the-2023-summer-season-open-november-15.htm Wed, 09 Nov 2022 06:35:00 EST Park staff would like to remind visitors that overnight tent camping reservations and houseboat permits for the 2023 summer season will become available on November 15, 2022, at 9 am CST. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-overnight-camping-reservations-and-houseboat-permits-for-the-2023-summer-season-open-november-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2022-buoy-removal-and-no-hunting-reminders-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Fri, 07 Oct 2022 04:34:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff will begin removing hazard marker and regulatory buoys within the park this weekend. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2022-buoy-removal-and-no-hunting-reminders-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-fall-hours-of-operation.htm Wed, 21 Sep 2022 07:05:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff announce fall hours of operation. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-fall-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/-paddle-picnic-play-at-voyageurs-national-park-on-public-lands-day-september-24-2022.htm Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:39:00 EST Join us for a day of free, family-friendly programming outside and on the water at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center in Voyageurs National Park! https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/-paddle-picnic-play-at-voyageurs-national-park-on-public-lands-day-september-24-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-to-search-lakes-for-zebra-mussels.htm Tue, 02 Aug 2022 06:39:00 EST The National Park Service will search for zebra mussels in and near Voyageurs National Park from August 2 through August 5, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-service-to-search-lakes-for-zebra-mussels.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-places-hazard-markers-lifts-no-wake-restriction-on-rainy-lake-basin-and-starts-boat-tours-on-kabetogama-lake.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2022 07:21:00 EST Lake levels on the Rainy Lake Basin of Voyageurs National Park have receded to the level allowable for the lifting of the No-Wake restriction on Rainy Lake within the park, effective Friday, July 29. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-places-hazard-markers-lifts-no-wake-restriction-on-rainy-lake-basin-and-starts-boat-tours-on-kabetogama-lake.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/star-party-event-at-voyageurs-national-park-celebrates-night-skies-august-18-20.htm Wed, 27 Jul 2022 10:43:00 EST Discover your park after dark at the Voyageurs Star Party, a stellar three-day astronomy festival. The National Park Service and Voyageurs Conservancy are celebrating the natural wonder and cultural heritage of Voyageurs National Park's night skies with our second annual summer Star Party on Thursday, August 18 through Saturday, August 20, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/star-party-event-at-voyageurs-national-park-celebrates-night-skies-august-18-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-to-reopen-rainy-lake-boat-launch-and-resume-full-service-operations-at-kettle-falls.htm Fri, 08 Jul 2022 05:31:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is lifting the temporary closure of the Rainy Lake Visitor Center boat launch beginning Friday, July 8, followed by 19 Rainy Lake campsites reopening the following day on Saturday, July 9. Other Rainy Lake campsites in the park remain closed due to flood conditions. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-to-reopen-rainy-lake-boat-launch-and-resume-full-service-operations-at-kettle-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-places-hazard-markers-and-lifter-no-wake-restriction-on-namakan-basin.htm Tue, 05 Jul 2022 07:40:00 EST Lake levels within the Namakan Basin (Namakan, Kabetogama, and Sand Point Lakes) of Voyageurs National Park have receded to the level to allow for the lifting of the No-Wake restriction and the placement of all hazard markers throughout the Namakan Basin. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-places-hazard-markers-and-lifter-no-wake-restriction-on-namakan-basin.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-along-with-voyageurs-conservancy-host-community-artist-and-educator-sam-zimmerman.htm Wed, 22 Jun 2022 08:53:00 EST This summer, Voyageurs National Park will receive a vibrant community mural celebrating the park’s waters and skies. With support from Voyageurs Conservancy, Sam Zimmerman will serve as a Community Artist and Educator in residence in the park from June 26 - July 1, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-along-with-voyageurs-conservancy-host-community-artist-and-educator-sam-zimmerman.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-begins-buoy-placement-for-2022-summer-season.htm Mon, 16 May 2022 12:31:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff are actively placing hazard markers and other buoys within park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-begins-buoy-placement-for-2022-summer-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/operation-hours-for-kettle-falls-portage-established.htm Mon, 09 May 2022 07:55:00 EST Based upon current staffing the National Park Service and the Kettle Falls concession staff will operate the Kettle Falls portage seven days a week from 7:30 am until dark. This will include the new aquatic invasive species (AIS) decontamination process for vessels being portaged from Rainy Lake to Namakan Lake. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/operation-hours-for-kettle-falls-portage-established.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-establishes-vessel-decontamination-station-at-kettle-falls-portage.htm Tue, 12 Apr 2022 06:55:00 EST In response to the discovery of zebra mussel veligers (larvae) in Black Bay of Rainy Lake in late 2021, Voyageurs staff is starting a containment and prevention program. This program involves educational activities as well as new management operations related to Kettle Falls and Gold Portage areas. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-establishes-vessel-decontamination-station-at-kettle-falls-portage.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2022-spring-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Thu, 03 Mar 2022 03:18:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff will conduct prescribed burns throughout park wetlands to treat areas of invasive hybrid cattails from March through May 2022. Activities include burning floating and rooted cattails as well as other wetland areas to remove dead vegetation, rejuvenate wetland plant communities, and reduce woody plant encroachment https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2022-spring-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-has-a-new-tour-boat-for-namakan-basin-explorations.htm Wed, 16 Feb 2022 08:24:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN - In the summer of 2022, Voyageurs National Park will have a new tour boat - Ne-zho-dain (pronounced Knee-Zho-Dan) - based at the Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center to serve park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-has-a-new-tour-boat-for-namakan-basin-explorations.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-personnel-changes.htm Wed, 15 Dec 2021 07:38:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is excited to share new staff arrivals. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-personnel-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-asks-anglers-assistance-in-preventing-the-spread-of-zebra-mussels.htm Fri, 10 Dec 2021 05:13:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff is seeking assistance from anglers to help prevent the spread of Zebra Mussels. Zebra mussel veligers (larvae) were confirmed in Black Bay, Rainy Lake, in July 2021. Zebra mussels have multiple effects on lakes they invade. They alter ecosystems by changing the flow of https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-asks-anglers-assistance-in-preventing-the-spread-of-zebra-mussels.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2022-camping-and-permits.htm Tue, 09 Nov 2021 10:36:00 EST Overnight tent camping reservations and houseboat permits for the 2022 summer season at Voyageurs National Park will become available on November 15, 2021 at 9 am CST, at new rates recently approved by the Regional Park Service Director. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2022-camping-and-permits.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1778/algaltoxins.htm Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:51:00 EST Scientists from the U.S. Geological Survey and National Park Service partnered on a first-of-its-kind, nationwide harmful algal bloom, or HAB, field study that began this summer and will continue over the next two years. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1778/algaltoxins.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/new-extension-on-oberholtzer-trail-improves-trail-connectivity.htm Fri, 24 Sep 2021 08:55:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff have completed work to extend the Oberholtzer Trail by approximately 0.2 miles. This short extension increases connectivity to nearby trails, creating a variety of looping hike opportunities. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/new-extension-on-oberholtzer-trail-improves-trail-connectivity.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-welcomes-autumn-with-fall-color-update.htm Fri, 10 Sep 2021 09:23:00 EST Voyageurs National Park invites the public to enjoy the remainder of the summer and welcome in autumn by hiking one of the many trails within the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-welcomes-autumn-with-fall-color-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-fall-and-winter-visitor-center-hours-of-operation.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2021 07:28:00 EST International Falls, MN: Voyageurs National Park visitor centers begin fall / winter operations soon. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-fall-and-winter-visitor-center-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/rainy-lake-fishing-pier-completed-grand-opening-event-july-31.htm Mon, 19 Jul 2021 08:11:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff partnered with the Rainy Lake Sportfishing Club and Voyageurs Conservancy to design and build a fishing pier at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center picnic grounds. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/rainy-lake-fishing-pier-completed-grand-opening-event-july-31.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-implements-temporary-campfire-restrictions-effective-immediately.htm Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:11:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: Voyageurs National Park has implemented temporary restrictions on all campfires including charcoal grills and barbecues effective immediately until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-implements-temporary-campfire-restrictions-effective-immediately.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/cattail-removal-activity-to-continue-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Wed, 30 Jun 2021 09:20:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff and contractors will resume work removing areas of invasive, hybrid cattail in wetlands within Voyageurs National Park from July through October of 2021 https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/cattail-removal-activity-to-continue-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-proposes-recreation-fee-changes.htm Mon, 21 Jun 2021 11:52:00 EST Voyageurs National Park will be conducting civic engagement and holding two informational meetings in June to discuss possible fee changes associated with the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-proposes-recreation-fee-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-staff-manage-cattail-mat-in-sullivan-bay.htm Mon, 14 Jun 2021 08:20:00 EST On May 27 a floating cattail mat temporarily blocked off the Ash River navigational channel in Sullivan Bay. The mat was pushed to the side of Ash River by local business owners and the public where it was staked in place by Voyageurs National Park staff to prevent further movement. On Wednesday, June 16, park staff will de-anchor the mat and push it back into park waters in Sullivan Bay where it can be secured until it can be treated and removed later this year. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-staff-manage-cattail-mat-in-sullivan-bay.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-temporarily-closes-kab-ash-trail-access-at-salmi-road-entrance.htm Fri, 28 May 2021 05:47:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff have temporarily closed the Salmi Road entrance to the Kab-Ash Trail out of the Kabetogama community. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-temporarily-closes-kab-ash-trail-access-at-salmi-road-entrance.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2021-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Tue, 04 May 2021 04:12:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is temporarily closing the breeding areas around four (4) of the park’s bald eagle nests to campers and other human activities. After the young eagles leave in late July, these temporarily closed park areas will be reopened for public use. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2021-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-begins-buoy-placement-for-2021-summer-season.htm Wed, 28 Apr 2021 07:20:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff are actively placing hazard markers and other buoys within park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-begins-buoy-placement-for-2021-summer-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-s-tour-boat-reservations-available-now.htm Thu, 15 Apr 2021 05:22:00 EST Get an early start on your summer plans by reserving a seat aboard the park’s touring vessel, the Voyageur, and experience the park in a whole new way. Park staff will be offering 2021 boat tour programs in a limited format of 25% capacity, or 12 passengers per tour. Capacity may increase as local health indicators allow. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-s-tour-boat-reservations-available-now.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/winter-and-spring-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Mon, 08 Mar 2021 03:56:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: Voyageurs National Park staff will conduct prescribed burns throughout park wetlands to treat areas of invasive hybrid cattails from March to April 2021. Activities include burning floating and rooted cattails as well as other wetland areas to remove dead vegetation, rejuvenate wetland plant communities, and reduce woody plant encroachment. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/winter-and-spring-cattail-burns-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-certified-as-international-dark-sky-park.htm Mon, 07 Dec 2020 18:28:00 EST Voyageurs National Park (VNP), Voyageurs Conservancy (VC), and the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) are pleased to announce the certification of Voyageurs National Park as an International Dark Sky Park https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-certified-as-international-dark-sky-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-warns-visitors-about-unsafe-ice.htm Wed, 18 Nov 2020 05:48:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff urge visitors to stay off the ice this time of year, even when lakeshores and bays appear to be completely frozen over. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-warns-visitors-about-unsafe-ice.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-overnight-camping-reservations-and-houseboat-permits-for-the-2021-summer-season-open-on-november-15.htm Mon, 09 Nov 2020 07:10:00 EST Park staff would like to remind visitors that overnight tent camping reservations and houseboat permits for the 2021 summer season will become available on November 15, 2020 at 9 am CST https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-overnight-camping-reservations-and-houseboat-permits-for-the-2021-summer-season-open-on-november-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/environmental-assessment-completed-for-kettle-falls.htm Mon, 09 Nov 2020 02:44:00 EST The National Park Service has completed the environmental assessment of the site development plan for the Kettle Falls Historic District in Voyageurs National Park and issued a finding of no significant impact for the plan. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/environmental-assessment-completed-for-kettle-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2020-10-22-cattail-burns.htm Thu, 22 Oct 2020 07:35:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff will conduct prescribed burns throughout park wetlands to treat areas of invasive hybrid cattails from October 2020 to June 2021. Activities include burning floating and rooted cattails as well as other wetland areas to remove dead vegetation, rejuvenate wetland plant communities, and reduce woody plant encroachment. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2020-10-22-cattail-burns.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/park-staff-remove-cattail-mat-on-kabetogama-lake.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2020 07:58:00 EST On October 5 Voyageurs National Park staff were able to remove a cattail mat, greatly reducing future risks to navigation, or further spread of cattails into other areas. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/park-staff-remove-cattail-mat-on-kabetogama-lake.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2020-buoy-removal-and-no-hunting-reminders-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:33:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff will be conducting hazard marker and regulatory buoy removal within the park during the month of October. Voyageurs National Park reminds visitors that hunting and trapping of any type or manner is prohibited on Federal lands and all waters within the boundary of Voyageurs National Park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2020-buoy-removal-and-no-hunting-reminders-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-starts-kettle-falls-overlook-rehabilitation.htm Mon, 21 Sep 2020 05:11:00 EST Park staff will begin work of rehabilitating the Overlook at the Kettle Falls Dam the week of September 21 and will continue through the winter of 2020. The project is scheduled to be completed by the spring of 2021. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-starts-kettle-falls-overlook-rehabilitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-completes-much-needed-work-at-ellsworth-rock-gardens.htm Tue, 01 Sep 2020 08:24:00 EST Over the course of the past two years, park staff have completed multiple rehabilitation projects at Ellsworth Rock Gardens, one of the multiple Visitor Destination sites located within Voyageurs National Park on Kabetogama Lake. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-completes-much-needed-work-at-ellsworth-rock-gardens.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/kettle-falls-hotel-dine-in-services-suspended-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm Fri, 24 Jul 2020 04:47:00 EST With the impending shortage of staff, the concessionaire at Kettle Falls hotel will no longer be able to offer dine-in services in the restaurant starting July 27, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/kettle-falls-hotel-dine-in-services-suspended-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-increasing-recreational-access-for-camping.htm Thu, 16 Jul 2020 03:25:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Voyageurs National Park is increasing recreational access. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-increasing-recreational-access-for-camping.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reminds-visitors-to-be-bear-aware.htm Tue, 14 Jul 2020 04:40:00 EST Voyageurs National Park has seen an increase in black bear activity at campsites throughout the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reminds-visitors-to-be-bear-aware.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-has-increased-recreational-access-to-historic-kettle-falls.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:47:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Voyageurs National Park has increased recreational access. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-has-increased-recreational-access-to-historic-kettle-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reminds-visitors-of-safety-precautions-over-the-upcoming-july-4-weekend.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2020 09:33:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff would like to remind visitors of the moderate fire danger conditions our area of Minnesota is currently facing. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reminds-visitors-of-safety-precautions-over-the-upcoming-july-4-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/protected-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Fri, 29 May 2020 04:00:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is temporarily closing the breeding areas around two (2) of the park’s bald eagle nests to campers and other human activities https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/protected-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-increasing-recreational-access-to-historic-kettle-falls.htm Thu, 28 May 2020 06:08:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Voyageurs National Park is increasing recreational access. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-increasing-recreational-access-to-historic-kettle-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/aquatic-invasive-species-boat-inspections-to-begin-in-may.htm Tue, 26 May 2020 07:48:00 EST Starting the week of May 18, 2020, and continuing through the open-water season, Koochiching County Environmental Services and Koochiching and North St. Louis County Soil and Water Conservation Districts will have Aquatic Invasive Species inspectors checking boats and trailers at various public boat ramps on Rainy, Kabetogama, and Crane Lakes. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/aquatic-invasive-species-boat-inspections-to-begin-in-may.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/increasing-visitor-services-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm Fri, 22 May 2020 05:20:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Voyageurs National Park is offering increased visitor services. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/increasing-visitor-services-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-overnight-use.htm Fri, 15 May 2020 09:31:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Voyageurs National Park is increasing recreational access. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-overnight-use.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:12:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is announcing modifications to operations to implement the latest guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), and local and state authorities to promote social distancing. As of March 19, 2020, the Rainy Lake Visitor Center and Park Headquarters are closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-seeks-short-term-housing.htm Thu, 30 Jan 2020 08:23:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) at Voyageurs National Park seeks to lease an apartment unit or small home, in the International Falls commuting area to accommodate a minimum of 2 - 4 summer staff. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-seeks-short-term-housing.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-seeking-input-on-tour-boat-operations.htm Wed, 11 Dec 2019 04:16:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) at Voyageurs National Park is seeking input from the public related to tour boat operations in the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-seeking-input-on-tour-boat-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/new-tilson-connector-trail-reroute-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Tue, 03 Dec 2019 04:17:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff worked this past year on upgrading the existing Voyageurs’ Tilson Connector Trail. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/new-tilson-connector-trail-reroute-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-overnight-camping-and-houseboat-reservations-for-the-2020-summer-season-open-november-15.htm Fri, 08 Nov 2019 11:07:00 EST Overnight tent camping and houseboat reservations for the 2020 season will become available on November 15, 2019 at 9 am CST. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-overnight-camping-and-houseboat-reservations-for-the-2020-summer-season-open-november-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/aquatic-invasive-species-chinese-mysterysnail-confirmed-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Fri, 01 Nov 2019 12:29:00 EST Snails collected from Kabetogama Lake in September 2019 were recently confirmed to be Chinese Mysterysnail, an aquatic invasive species that is widespread in the United States. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/aquatic-invasive-species-chinese-mysterysnail-confirmed-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/dingell-act-allows-transfer-of-property-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Fri, 27 Sep 2019 08:00:00 EST On Wednesday, September 25, 2019 Dean Gettinger, District Manager of the Bureau of Land Management's Northeastern States District; and Bob DeGross, Voyageurs National Park Superintendent, conducted a site visit to Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands recently transferred to the national park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/dingell-act-allows-transfer-of-property-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2019-buoy-removal-and-no-hunting-reminders-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Thu, 26 Sep 2019 06:49:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff will be conducting hazard marker and regulatory buoy removal within the park during the month of October. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2019-buoy-removal-and-no-hunting-reminders-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/bald-eagle-nesting-areas-reopened-for-2019-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Wed, 31 Jul 2019 06:16:00 EST All of Voyageurs' 291 developed visitor use camping and houseboat sites that were affected by temporary closures in April and May to protect bald eagle nesting pairs are now reopened for public use. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/bald-eagle-nesting-areas-reopened-for-2019-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/tornado-touches-down-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Wed, 31 Jul 2019 05:32:00 EST Around 8:06 pm, July 17, 2019, a confirmed tornado with video documentation touched down in the Kabetogama Peninsula of Voyageurs National Park, causing significant damage along an approximately 2.5 mile path between Locator Lake and Marion Bay, Rainy Lake. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/tornado-touches-down-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/new-paddle-routes-map-for-voyageurs-national-park.htm Thu, 25 Jul 2019 07:19:00 EST In collaboration with National Geographic, Voyageurs National Park has designed a map specifically geared toward visitors who travel the park by canoe or kayak. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/new-paddle-routes-map-for-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/teen-ambassador-program-brings-minnesota-students-to-voyageurs-national-park-for-adventure-and-outdoor-learning.htm Wed, 03 Jul 2019 05:20:00 EST Last week a group of twenty-one Minnesota high school students explored Voyageurs National Park for their first time through the award-winning National Park Teen Ambassador program. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/teen-ambassador-program-brings-minnesota-students-to-voyageurs-national-park-for-adventure-and-outdoor-learning.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/bald-eagle-nesting-areas-protected-in-voyageurs-national-park-in-2019.htm Mon, 06 May 2019 15:04:00 EST Voyageurs National Park biologists conducted aerial surveys to determine the number and location of bald eagle nesting pairs present in the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/bald-eagle-nesting-areas-protected-in-voyageurs-national-park-in-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/environmental-review-complete-for-mukooda-lake-development.htm Thu, 25 Apr 2019 10:22:00 EST Voyageurs National Park has completed the environmental review process for the development of new recreational facilities at Mukooda Lake. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/environmental-review-complete-for-mukooda-lake-development.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosts-a-community-dog-walk-for-national-park-week.htm Tue, 23 Apr 2019 10:00:00 EST International Falls, MN: A community dog walk will take place on Saturday, April 27 as part of the national BARK Ranger Day to help celebrate National Park Week. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosts-a-community-dog-walk-for-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-week-at-vnp-2019.htm Fri, 12 Apr 2019 08:03:00 EST National Park Week begins on Saturday, April 20 and runs through Sunday, April 28. All events take place at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-week-at-vnp-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/loons-in-flight-program-at-vnp.htm Wed, 20 Mar 2019 07:09:00 EST Join wildlife photographer and researcher Steve Maanum at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center on Sunday, March 24 from 2 to 4 pm. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/loons-in-flight-program-at-vnp.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/dramatic-poetry-reading-at-vnp.htm Tue, 05 Mar 2019 03:27:00 EST Join local actor and poet, Douglas Skrief, at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center on Sunday, February 10, from 2 to 4 pm for a dramatic poetry reading. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/dramatic-poetry-reading-at-vnp.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/guided-ski-program-at-vnp.htm Tue, 26 Feb 2019 10:42:00 EST Join a ranger to explore the Echo Bay Ski Trail—all levels and abilities welcome! https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/guided-ski-program-at-vnp.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2019-summer-overnight-houseboat-reservations.htm Fri, 22 Feb 2019 07:39:00 EST Park staff would like to make visitors aware that overnight houseboat reservations for the 2019 season are now available. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2019-summer-overnight-houseboat-reservations.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/vnp-night-sky-stories-program.htm Tue, 05 Feb 2019 03:55:00 EST Meet at the Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center breakwater point on Sunday, February 10 at 7 pm and bring your warm winter gear, a light, and a folding chair if desired. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/vnp-night-sky-stories-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/vnp-seeking-public-comments-for-mukooda-lake-development-environmental-assessment.htm Mon, 04 Feb 2019 04:17:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff seeks public comments regarding an Environmental Assessment to improve the facilities and add a hiking trail at the Mukooda Lake small campground in Voyageurs National Park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/vnp-seeking-public-comments-for-mukooda-lake-development-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/statement-from-voya-supt-on-resumption-of-services-from-gov-shutdown.htm Sat, 26 Jan 2019 06:05:00 EST With the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Voyageurs National Park will resume full park operations on Monday, January 28. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/statement-from-voya-supt-on-resumption-of-services-from-gov-shutdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-accessible-to-public-during-federal-government-shutdown.htm Sat, 22 Dec 2018 05:27:00 EST Voyageurs National Park Accessible to Public During Government Shutdown https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-accessible-to-public-during-federal-government-shutdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-seeking-water-salvage-services.htm Tue, 13 Nov 2018 06:04:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is in search of water salvage businesses that can conduct submerged vessel and other personal property recovery operations within park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-seeking-water-salvage-services.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/overnight-tent-camping-reservations-for-the-2019-summer-season-open-november-15.htm Tue, 13 Nov 2018 05:00:00 EST Park staff would like to remind visitors that overnight tent camping reservations for the 2019 season will become available on November 15, 2018 at 9 am CST. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/overnight-tent-camping-reservations-for-the-2019-summer-season-open-november-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2018-buoy-and-hunting-reminders.htm Thu, 27 Sep 2018 07:11:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff will be conducting hazard marker and regulatory buoy removal within the park during the month of October. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2018-buoy-and-hunting-reminders.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voya-locator-lake-fire-2018.htm Thu, 06 Sep 2018 05:01:00 EST Recent lightning activity resulted in a wildland fire within Voyageurs National Park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voya-locator-lake-fire-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/vnp-opens-rudder-bay-hb-site-kabetogama.htm Tue, 04 Sep 2018 05:18:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff have opened Rudder Bay Houseboat site and the bay to visitors. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/vnp-opens-rudder-bay-hb-site-kabetogama.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2018-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-reopened-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Wed, 01 Aug 2018 06:15:00 EST Six (6) of the park’s 276 developed visitor use camping and houseboat sites that were affected by temporary closures in May to protect bald eagle nesting pairs are now reopened for public use. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2018-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-reopened-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/cattail-removal-to-start-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Tue, 17 Jul 2018 05:04:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff are working with contractors to remove areas of invasive, hybrid cattail in selected wetlands within Voyageurs National Park from July through October of 2018. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/cattail-removal-to-start-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voya-fuel-oil-spill-on-kab.htm Sat, 23 Jun 2018 05:45:00 EST On Friday June 22nd at 12:49 p.m., the park was notified that there had been a 15-20 gallon fuel oil spill on the north side of Peterson Bay at a private residence during a delivery of fuel by contractors. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voya-fuel-oil-spill-on-kab.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/ellsworth-rock-gardens-site-improvement-project.htm Mon, 18 Jun 2018 06:55:00 EST Voyageurs National Park maintenance crews will begin a multi-year project this summer to improve the popular Ellsworth Rock Gardens Visitor Destination. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/ellsworth-rock-gardens-site-improvement-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/hbsite_-bald-eagle-nesting-reopened-in-voya_6-12-2018.htm Tue, 12 Jun 2018 10:02:00 EST One of the park’s houseboat sites (K37 Yoder Island) that was affected by temporary closures in May to protect bald eagle nesting pairs is now reopened for public use. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/hbsite_-bald-eagle-nesting-reopened-in-voya_6-12-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voya-closes-cranberry-creek-to-locator-lake-trail-temporarily.htm Thu, 24 May 2018 05:32:00 EST Voyageurs National Park staff have closed a park trail from Cranberry Creek (Rainy Lake) to Locator Lake (Kabetogama Peninsula) temporarily due to flooding and beaver damage making the trail impassible an unsafe for visitors. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voya-closes-cranberry-creek-to-locator-lake-trail-temporarily.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voya-quarter-ceremony-2018.htm Tue, 22 May 2018 05:30:00 EST The United States Mint and the National Park Service will launch the America the Beautiful Quarters Program® coin honoring Voyageurs National Park on Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 11:00 am. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voya-quarter-ceremony-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/uscg-auxiliary-donates-life-jackets.htm Tue, 08 May 2018 06:12:00 EST The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla #091-30-07 donated ten lifejackets to Voyageurs National Park this year in the hopes to increase youth safety. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/uscg-auxiliary-donates-life-jackets.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2018-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-protected.htm Thu, 03 May 2018 05:39:00 EST Park officials are asking both motorized and non-motorized watercraft users to not travel within 200 meters of nests where bald eagles are actively nesting during the closure period (early May through mid-August). https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2018-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-protected.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2017-economic-benefit-report.htm Tue, 01 May 2018 07:43:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 237,249 visitors to Voyageurs National Park in 2017 spent over $18 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 273 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2017-economic-benefit-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm Mon, 22 Jan 2018 04:09:00 EST During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-launches-special-history-website-to-share-park-stories.htm Mon, 07 Dec 2015 04:14:00 EST Voyageurs National Park recently launched a special history website that share stories, photographs, and maps of the region from the 1880s to 1927. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-launches-special-history-website-to-share-park-stories.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-staff-member-recipient-of-the-national-park-services-directors-award.htm Wed, 18 Nov 2015 10:11:00 EST Dr. Steve Windels, Wildlife Biologist at Voyageurs National Park, is the recipient of the 2014 National Park Service’s Director’s Award for Natural Resource Research. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-staff-member-recipient-of-the-national-park-services-directors-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-welcomes-4th-grade-students-through-every-kid-in-a-park-initiative.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2015 09:38:00 EST Voyageurs National Park invites all 4th grade students to visit the park as part of the White House’s new Every Kid in a Park program. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-welcomes-4th-grade-students-through-every-kid-in-a-park-initiative.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2014-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-reopened-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Fri, 01 Aug 2014 05:59:00 EST Two of the park’s 276 developed visitor use camping and houseboat sites that were affected by temporary closures in May to protect bald eagle nesting pairs are now reopened for public use. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2014-bald-eagle-nesting-areas-reopened-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-hike-to-health-program.htm Wed, 02 Jul 2014 06:24:00 EST Voyageurs National Park is pleased to announce a new program for all ages - Hike to Health; Trails Passport Program. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-announces-hike-to-health-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/bald-eagle-nesting-areas-protected-in-voyageurs-national-park-2014.htm Wed, 21 May 2014 11:24:00 EST Voyageurs National Park biologists located 67 bald eagle nests within the park boundary on April 15, 2014 while conducting the 42 consecutive spring aerial survey (1973-2014) to determine the number and location of nesting pairs present. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/bald-eagle-nesting-areas-protected-in-voyageurs-national-park-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-parks-reservation-and-fee-program-is-underway.htm Tue, 08 Apr 2014 07:40:00 EST Voyageurs National Park’s new reservation/fee amenity program is up and running on www.recreation.gov. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-parks-reservation-and-fee-program-is-underway.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reservation-and-amenity-fee-program-houseboats-not-included-in-2014.htm Mon, 24 Mar 2014 10:28:00 EST Voyageurs National Park will implement its new camping reservation and amenity fee program starting in the spring of 2014. The 2014 program will not include Houseboats. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-reservation-and-amenity-fee-program-houseboats-not-included-in-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/mukooda-lake-closed-to-lake-trout-harvest.htm Mon, 13 Jan 2014 07:44:00 EST Mukooda Lake, located in Voyageurs National Park in northern St. Louis County, will be closed to lake trout harvest effective Jan. 15. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/mukooda-lake-closed-to-lake-trout-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/volunteer-opportunities-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm Wed, 20 Nov 2013 08:01:00 EST Every year, volunteers at Voyageurs National Park donate nearly 10,000 hours. The park greatly benefits from its dedicated supporters. The park is seeking area residents to assist with the following opportunities: https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/volunteer-opportunities-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-parks-rainy-lake-visitor-center-closed-thanksgiving-day-2014.htm Tue, 19 Nov 2013 09:47:00 EST Voyageurs National Park’s Rainy Lake Visitor Center will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2013 for Thanksgiving Day. The visitor center will be open Friday, November 29 and Saturday, November 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-parks-rainy-lake-visitor-center-closed-thanksgiving-day-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-approved-to-start-campsite-reservations-and-fees-in-2014.htm Wed, 11 Sep 2013 05:19:00 EST Starting in 2014, the park will place the Boats on Interior Lakes program, the two existing accessible sites, and the 17 Interior sites on the reservation/fee system. In addition, a combination of 30 large and small campsites located on the 4-main lakes will be placed on the reservation/fee system in 2014. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-approved-to-start-campsite-reservations-and-fees-in-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2013-teen-ambassador-program.htm Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:40:00 EST In 2012, the National Park Service, Voyageurs National Park Association, and Wilderness Inquiry partnered together to launch the first-ever National Park Teen Ambassador program. Voyageurs National Park is excited to announce the continuation of this program in 2013. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/2013-teen-ambassador-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/interpretive-ranger-led-programs-offered-through-april-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm Tue, 12 Mar 2013 07:06:00 EST Gather your kids, friends, and family and join a park ranger for a Saturday program at Voyageurs National Park’s Rainy Lake Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/interpretive-ranger-led-programs-offered-through-april-at-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/snowmobile-shelters-in-voyageurs.htm Thu, 21 Feb 2013 06:16:00 EST Polaris Industries Inc. Donation Brings New Snowmobile Shelters to Voyageurs National Park https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/snowmobile-shelters-in-voyageurs.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-winter-ice-and-trail-conditions-feb-13-2013.htm Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:02:00 EST INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minnesota: With the addition of new snow, all snowmobile trails, ski trails, and snowshoe trails in the park are open and in excellent condition. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-winter-ice-and-trail-conditions-feb-13-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/st-thomas-school-visits-voyageurs-national-park-for-community-appreciation-day.htm Wed, 13 Feb 2013 09:32:00 EST St. Thomas School, International Falls, MN participated in Community Appreciation Day. The students voted on which community organization they wanted to thank and the class picked Voyageurs National Park! https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/st-thomas-school-visits-voyageurs-national-park-for-community-appreciation-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/thanking-americas-armed-forces.htm Wed, 16 May 2012 07:06:00 EST Active Duty U.S. Military Offered Free Entrance to All National Parks https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/thanking-americas-armed-forces.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/beavers-engineers-of-the-forest.htm Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 EST Join a Park Biologist and learn how beavers influence our lives and the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/beavers-engineers-of-the-forest.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-presents-beaver-engineers-of-the-forest.htm Mon, 19 Mar 2012 08:36:00 EST Join a Park Biologist and learn how beavers influence our lives and the park. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-presents-beaver-engineers-of-the-forest.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/rainy-lake-visitor-center-bike-trail-construction-resumes.htm Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:11:00 EST Rainy Lake Visitor Center Bike Trail Construction Resumes https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/rainy-lake-visitor-center-bike-trail-construction-resumes.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-open-for-you-to-enjoy.htm Wed, 13 Jul 2011 05:10:00 EST Park management reminds everyone that Voyageurs National Park is open and ready for visitors to enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, boat tours, and north canoe voyages, to name a few. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-is-open-for-you-to-enjoy.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-for-may-18.htm Sun, 15 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Prescribed burn planned on Kabetogama Lake islands for May 18, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-for-may-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosts-birch-bark-weaving-feb-2-release.htm Tue, 01 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST The class will be held at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center on Saturday, March 12, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Space is limited. Reservations and fees are required in person at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosts-birch-bark-weaving-feb-2-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/news-release.htm Mon, 01 Nov 2010 20:00:00 EST Voyageurs National Park Hosts Family Movie Day Novemeber 7th. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-getaways-voyageurs-national-park.htm Tue, 26 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Press Release - National Park Getaways - Voyageurs National Park https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/national-park-getaways-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/buoy-removal-and-no-hunting-in-voyageurs-national-park-reminder.htm Wed, 29 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/buoy-removal-and-no-hunting-in-voyageurs-national-park-reminder.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosts-family-movie-day.htm Sun, 19 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST This fall's first Family Movie Day will occur at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center Sunday, October 3, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-hosts-family-movie-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/legends-of-the-fall-news-release.htm Sun, 12 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Come out to the Rainy Lake Visitor Center on Saturday, September 25, 2010 for a one-hour nature walk on the Oberholtzer Trail. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/legends-of-the-fall-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/bald-eagle-nesting-areas-reopened-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm Thu, 19 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST In early May, three of the park's 239 developed visitor use sites were closed to protect breeding bald eagles. Now that the young have left their nests, these sites are now reopened to visitor use. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/bald-eagle-nesting-areas-reopened-in-voyageurs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/surplus-government-property-available-through-internet-auction-site.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Voyageurs National Park will be listing surplus property on the GSA Auctions website. Parties may bid on surplus property online at www.gsaauctions.gov https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/surplus-government-property-available-through-internet-auction-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/help-build-a-native-plant-garden-in-voyageurs.htm Mon, 16 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Join park staff on Friday, September 10 and Saturday, September 11 to help plant native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers that have cultural and medicinal significance in Ojibwe tradition. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/help-build-a-native-plant-garden-in-voyageurs.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/lost-hiker-located-during-multi-agency-search.htm Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST On August 5th, a multi-agency search composed of 25 individuals were deployed on land, water, and air to find a missing hiker. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/lost-hiker-located-during-multi-agency-search.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/move-outside-more-action-new-rewards-for-junior-rangers.htm Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/move-outside-more-action-new-rewards-for-junior-rangers.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-celebrates-35th-anniversary.htm Wed, 17 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST 2010 marks the 35th anniversary of Voyageurs' authorization as the nation's 36th national park. Activities and special events will be occurring all year to celebrate the anniversary. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-celebrates-35th-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/new-firearms-law-in-vnp.htm Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/new-firearms-law-in-vnp.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/vnp-accounces-jnpa.htm Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Voyageurs thanks the Lake States Interpretive Association for 34 years of service. The park is pleased to welcome the Jefferson National Park Association as the new Voyageurs cooperating association. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/vnp-accounces-jnpa.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-to-collar-moose.htm Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Up to fourteen moose in Voyageurs National Park will be studied and tracked in a long-term moose study beginning February 2010. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-national-park-to-collar-moose.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/minnesota-national-park-legacy.htm Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/minnesota-national-park-legacy.htm https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-np-clarifies-proposed-regulation.htm Wed, 17 Dec 2008 19:00:00 EST Park Ranger Jim Hummel explains the proposed rugulation related to carrying concealed weapons. https://www.nps.gov/voya/learn/news/voyageurs-np-clarifies-proposed-regulation.htm