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News Release Date: July 28, 2017 10:30 am: Ranger III Kids Program at the Portage Lake District Library Join Ranger Barb McTaggart at the Portage Lake District Library as she explores the Ranger III from a kid’s perspective. No advanced reservations needed. For families and kids age 5-12. The program will last about 30 minutes. 11:30 am: Ranger III Tour led by Captain Rand Attaway Captain Rand Attaway will provide a 30 minute tour of the Ranger III. Wear comfortable shoes. Meet in front of the Houghton Visitor Center by 11:20 am. 12:30 pm: Ranger III Cruise onto Portage Lake, Reservations Required For families with kids 15 or younger, take a free cruise aboard the Ranger III onto Portage Lake. To make the required reservations, call the Portage Lake District Library at (906) 482-4570. Reservations will only be accepted through August 16. On Thursday, August 17, check in at the Houghton Visitor Center by 12:00 pm for ticket pick-up. Light jackets are recommended. www.nps.gov About the National Park Service. More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for the 417 parks in the National Park System and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Visit us at www.nps.gov, on Facebook www.facebook.com/nati |
Last updated: November 8, 2017