Deep Portage Learning Center invites the public to participate in the 41st Annual Winter Rendezvous, a day of old-time games and activities Jan. 25.
Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. and the day will wrap up with an awards ceremony beginning at 2 p.m.
Journey back in time and learn about the cultural heritage of Minnesota. In this one-day event, activities will be based on traditions from lumberjacks, voyageurs and Native Americans. Events include the tomahawk toss, snowsnakes, spear throwing using atlatls, the cross-cut saw, trap shooting, Northwoods curling and many more. The event is open to all ages.
“Bring the whole family to join in a friendly community competition while learning about the rich cultural history of the area,” organizers said in a news release.
The participation fee is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12, seniors and Deep Portage members. Lunch is an additional $5 for adults and $3 for children, seniors and members. Participants are welcome to bring their own bag lunch.
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For reservations or additional information, call Deep Portage at 218-682-2325, toll-free at 888-280-9908, or email portage@uslink.net. Visit deep-portage.org or Deep Portage’s Facebook page at facebook.com/DeepPortage for more information.
