Friends of the Parks, Duluth MN

I am leading the trail work day beginning at 10 am on July 28 up in Isabella. We plan to focus on brushing around Flathorn Lake.

Want to know more about the organization that is maintaining these amazing trails? https://www.flathorngegokatrails.org

Join us on Saturday the 28th! I have room for three people to ride with me.

Thanks to everyone for your rhubarb donations! I took four very full shopping carts of rhubarb to be made into pies today! Super One is cleaned out and is no longer accepting rhubarb.
If you still have stalks to donate, please take them to First Lutheran. Thanks!

Hi folks!
It's that last push to collect rhubarb! You may bring your stalks to First Lutheran Church any day between 10 and 1 p.m., M-F.

If you need to deliver outside those hours, the West Duluth Super One Produce department is taking it until this weekend! We're closing that down on Sunday, June 23.

If you have a patch that needs picking, let me know!

This Sunday, from 10-1, is a trail work day on the Isabella Ski Trails! Meet at the National Forest Lodge!

Flathorn-Gekoka Trails 29 km of classic cross country trails nestled in the beautiful conifers of Superior National Forest in northeastern Minnesota

Hi folks! Guess what? The Rhubarb Festival is one month away!

As of today, May 29, you are invited to take your rhubarb to the West Duluth Super One. The produce department cooler is in the back right-hand corner of the store.

Please remember, no leaves and stalks must be whole.

Mark your calendars 📅 Monday, Jan. 15 is Free Park Day! 🆓🏞

All Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas will offer free admission to everyone. It’s a great opportunity to get outside and explore someplace new.

mndnr.gov/freeparkdays

Hey, did you know that the Commission of Disabilities has been taking the lead on snow removal in the city of Duluth?

By bringing together community voices and our civic leaders, our goal is to take this foundational core city service and make it actionable. We have this great booklet and one sheet (not seen here) that explains what we can do to make Duluth welcoming for all! Snow removal matters, and I appreciate you doing your part.

We have TWO trail work days this week - which one will we see you at?
Wednesday at 5 pm, we'll be at Hawk Ridge, clearing trails; details here: https://fb.me/e/3G8iOFQmm

Thursday at 5 pm, we're in Hartley, continuing work on a new trail; details here: https://fb.me/e/14f9joxMP

Consider her;ing the new non-profit managing the Ski Trails in Isabella, MN!

State fast-tracks funds for I-35 pedestrian bridge in Lincoln Park - Perfect Duluth Day The pedestrian bridge, referred to as “Jeno’s Walk," connects West Michigan Street to West Railroad Street over Interstate 35 in Duluth.

Check out this great event!!

‼️The day is finally here 🚂 Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad invites you to our Season Opening Ride July 29, 2023 at 10:30am or 1:30pm! Be on the look out for our ticket giveaway in the coming weeks to celebrate our grand reopening 😃

BRING YOUR CAMERAS. THE VIEW IS NEW!!

This Duluth River Train has overcome many challenges to re-stablish passenger service along the St. Louis River estuary. The excursion line had first been shutdown due to COVID-19 in 2020. During the years 2021-2022 The Duluth River Train remained closed during a Superfund cleanup and restoration along the River at Spirit Lake and the US Steel Plant. This project required temporary removal of part of the RR tracks to facilitate the cleanup.

The all-volunteer, non-profit organization, established in 1981, is excited to begin operation after this long 3-year hiatus. Today’s volunteers have worked tirelessly during the downtime period to restore operating equipment as well as perform maintenance on the track and right-of-way. In May, 2022, the wheels & running gear on the LSM’s 1946 GE Locomotive were sent out to Pennsylvania to be refurbished and returned in May, 2023. Due to delays in completion of the work, the wheels won’t be returned in time to start this year’s season. The Railroad was without an engine!! And to the rescue –the owner of Wisconsin Great Northern in Trego, Wis., generously offered the use of an engine to begin our season. Engine 41 from Trego arrived by truck and is now in operation for the LSM.
In addition to engine updates, much track work has been completed, both Coaches have been restored, the Caboose was repainted and awaiting new lettering, the outdoor Safari Car has been completely rebuilt and painted, and the Ticket Office/Station, Shop and other areas have all been updated.