News Release

National Park Week Events at Voyageurs National Park 2019

Date: April 12, 2019
Contact: Tawnya Schoewe, 218-283-6670
Contact: Lisa Maass, 218-283-6638

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: Voyageurs National Park is celebrating National Park Week by offering a series of events for park visitors. National Park Week begins on Saturday, April 20 and runs through Sunday, April 28. All events take place at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center.

Saturday, April 20          National Junior Ranger Day
Junior Ranger activities are a great way to connect kids to our National Parks. Bring your child to Voyageurs and complete one of three different activity booklets to earn a badge.

Thursday, April 25         Throwback Thursday
Visit the Rainy Lake Visitor Center and flash back to the past to learn more about the efforts to keep the nation’s historic heritage preserved in parks and communities while viewing the exhibit room.

Saturday, April 27          BARK Ranger Day – Community Dog Walk – 10:00 am
Bring your canine companion and join Park Ranger, Lisa Maass, for a community dog walk on the Rainy Lake Recreation Trail, located at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center. Learn how to enjoy the park with your furry pal in a safe and responsible manner.

Sunday, April 28      National Park Prescription Day
National Parks are a great place to be active and support a healthy lifestyle.
Pick up a Hike to Health passport, hit the trails, and start logging the miles to keep your mind, body, and spirit in good health. Passports available at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center.                                                                                                                                 

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About the National Park Service: More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for America’s 417  national parks and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Learn more at www.nps.gov.