2015 Field Trip & Activity Guide

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The 2015 MN Field Trip & Youth Activity

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Your Resource for Minnesota’s Best Educational Destinations, Recreational Activities, Assemblies & Programs, Educational Performers, Entertainment & Fundraising Opportunities.

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FIELD TRIP CHECKLIST

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Field Trip Destination __________________________________________________ Field Trip Date(s) & Time(s) ______________________________________________ Teacher Contact – Name _____________________________Cell ________________ Bus Parking? ________ Bathrooms onsite? _______ Special Needs Svs? ____________ In event of rain/snow, are boots/special clothing needed? _________________________ Does provider have curriculum Study Guide applying to your class or grade? ____________ Phone # if bus runs late, schedule changes or emergency _________________________ # of chaperones / staff needed? ___________________________________________ Names of chaperones/staff ______________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________

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__________Field Trip entered on School’s Master Calendar(s)

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__________Faculty members trained to administer medication

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__________Volunteer forms signed & on file for all non-staff members

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__________Cafeteria notified (including the number of lunches needed) __________Student Permission Slips and/or Waivers signed

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__________Bus confirmation from Transportation Department __________Study Guide received and reviewed

__________Students prepared (curriculum, venue rules, assigned group, asking questions) __________If paying onsite the day of field trip: cash, check, credit card

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I have notified…

• Principal (dates, location, schedule, contact) • Cafeteria (lunches) • Nurse (medication, med-cert teacher) • Team Lead (coverage, schedule, permission slips) • Principal’s Secretary (coverage, schedule, contact) • Transportation (bus confirmation) • Parents (i.e., permission slip, waiver, volunteer form, talent form, changes in schedule)

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Make friends.

Explore caves.

Take hikes.

Visit museums.

Launch rockets.

Race cars.

Roast marshmallows.

Take pictures.

Help people.

Play Sports.

Learn games.

Build character.

Gain confidence.

Hit targets.

Laugh loud.

Camp out.

Work together.

Have fun.

Adventure is waiting.

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You can join Scouting year round.

Programs for boys ages 5-20 and girls ages 14-20 Register online at AdventureIsCalling.org or call 763-231-7201 4

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Student Travel Guide ______

Do you plan student & youth activities? You’ll find Minnesota’s BEST right here…

Download their free brochures, program flyers & study guides at: www.MnFieldTripLibrary.org.

• AIRMAX TRAMPOLINE PARK & FUN CENTER • TC Metro & Central MN

7000 Washington Ave S, Eden Prairie • 952-232-0096 • www.airmaxxtrampolinepark.com 3900 Roosevelt Road, St Cloud • 320-281-5599 • www.airmaxxtrampolinepark.com

• AMERICAN WORKSHOP • TC Metro

1170 E Cliff Road, Burnsville • 952-500-8812 • www.americanworkshop.com

• AUDUBON CENTER OF THE NORTH WOODS • NE MN

54165 Audubon Drive, Sandstone • 320-245-2648 • www.audubon-center.org

• BASE CAMP / NORTHERN STAR COUNCIL / BSA • TC Metro

201 Bloomington Rd, Saint Paul • 651-254-9135 • www.explorebasecamp.org

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• BIG ISLAND RENDEZVOUS & FESTIVAL • SW MN

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• BIG THRILL FACTORY • TC Metro

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• BRIAN RICHARDS, EDUCATIONAL SPEAKER • Statewide

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Bancroft Bay Park, Albert Lea • 800-658-2526 • www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org 17585 Highway 7, Minnetonka • 952-698-7707 • www.bigthrillfactory.com 763-424-3487 • www.4aceproductions.com

• CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES • TC Metro

501 W 78th St, Chanhassen • 952-934-1544 • www.chanhassentheatres.com

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• COWLES CENTER FOR DANCE AND THE PERFORMING ARTS • TC Metro

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• CRITTERS & COMPANY • Wildlife Shows…With a Purpose • Statewide

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• DAZZLING DAVE, NATIONAL YO-YO MASTER • Statewide

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• EAGLE BLUFF ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER • SE MN

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• EKO BACKEN SNOWTUBING • TC Metro

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• FESTIVAL OF NATIONS • TC Metro

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• GAMES2U ENTERTAINMENT & FUNDRAISING • Statewide

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• GAMIN’ RIDE ENTERTAINMENT • Statewide

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• GERTENS FUNDRAISING • TC Metro

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528 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis • 612-206-3643 • www.thecowlescenter.org 763-427-3442 • www.crittersandcompany.com 763-229-9696 • www.dazzlingdave.com

28097 Goodview Dr, Lanesboro • 507-467-2437 • www.eagle-bluff.org

22570 Manning Trail, Scandia • 651-433-2422 • www.ekobacken.com Saint Paul RiverCentre, Saint Paul • 651-647-0191 • www.festivalofnations.com 651-402-2113 • www.facebook.com/Games2U.TwinCities

612-460-5001 • www.facebook.com/GaminRide.TwinCities 5500 Blaine Ave, Inver Grove Heights • 651-239-1321 • www.gertensfundraisers.com

• HISTORIC THEATRE GROUP / ORPHEUM, STATE & PANTAGES THEATRES • TC Metro Orpheum Theatre • 910 Hennepin Avenue State Theatre • 805 Hennepin Avenue Pantages Theatre • 710 Hennepin Avenue Minneapolis • 612-373-5644 • www.hennepintheatretrust.org

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• HISTORICAL EXPERIENCES with Arn Kind, Educational Performer • Statewide

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• I KNOW MY WAY LLC • Orienteering by Andrea Schneider • Statewide

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• IN THE COMPANY OF KIDS THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL • TC Metro

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507-381-0898 • www.historicalexperiences.org 651-261-0091 • www.iknowmyway.org

Hopkins, Burnsville, Maple Grove, Richfield • 952-220-1676 • www.cokartscenter.com

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• INTERNATIONAL WOLF CENTER • NE MN

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• KEEPERS OF THE SACRED TRADITION OF PIPEMAKERS • SW MN

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1396 Highway 169, Ely • 218-365-4695 • www.wolf.org

400 N Hiawatha Ave, Pipestone • 507-825-3734 • www.pipekeepers.org

• KEVIN HALL, THE MAGIC MANIAC • HALLS OF ENTERTAINMENT • Statewide 763-783-0352 • www.hallsofmagic.com

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• KIDSDANCE • America’s Interactive DJ for Kids! • Statewide

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• LANDMARK CENTER • TC Metro

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• LARK TOYS • SE MN

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• LAURA INGALLS WILDER MUSEUM & PAGEANT • SW MN

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• MAD SCIENCE OF MINNESOTA • Sparking Imaginative Learning • Statewide

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888-38-DANCE • www.kidsdance.com

75 West 5th St, Saint Paul • 651-292-3237 • www.landmarkcenter.org 63604 170th Ave, Kellogg • 507-767-3387 • www.larktoys.com

330 8th St, Walnut Grove • 507-859-2358 • www.walnutgrove.org 651-793-5721 • www.madscience.org/mn

• MALL OF AMERICA • TC Metro

60 E Broadway, Bloomington • 952-883-8643 • www.mallofamerica.com/visit/group-experiences

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• MINNEAPOLIS NORTHWEST • Convention & Visitors Bureau • TC Metro

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• MINNESOTA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM • TC Metro & SE MN

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• MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY • Statewide

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• MINNESOTA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL • TC Metro

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• MINNESOTA ZOO & WELLS FARGO FAMILY FARM • TC Metro

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• NATIONAL EAGLE CENTER • SE MN

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• NICKELODEON UNIVERSE AT MALL OF AMERICA • TC Metro

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• OLD LOG THEATER • TC Metro

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• OWATONNA AREA TOURISM • Convention & Visitors Bureau • SE MN

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• PADELFORD RIVERBOAT COMPANY • TC Metro

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• PARADISE CHARTER CRUISES • MINNEAPOLIS QUEEN • TC Metro

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• PARK SQUARE THEATRE • TC Metro

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• PINSTRIPES • TC Metro

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Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park and Maple Grove • 763-252-1411 • www.mplsnw.com/fieldtrips 10 West 7th St, Saint Paul • 651-225-6000 • www.mcm.org 1643 N Broadway St, Rochester • 507-218-3100 x0 • www.rochester.mcm.org 18 historic sites & museums around the state • 651- 259-3149 • www.mnhs.org/fieldtrips 12364 Chestnut Blvd, Shakopee • 952-445-7361 • www.renaissancefest.com 13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley • 952-431-9298, 952-431-9218 • www.mnzoo.org/education/

50 Pembroke Ave, Wabasha • 877-332-4537 • www.nationaleaglecenter.org 5000 Center Court, Bloomington • 952-883-8796 • www.nickelodeonuniverse.com 5185 Meadville Street, Excelsior • 952-474-5951 x119 • www.oldlog.com

320 Hoffman Drive, Owatonnna • 800-423-6466 • www.visitowatonna.org Harriet Island, Downtown Saint Paul • 651-227-1100 • www.riverrides.com Lake Minnetonka, Excelsior • 952-474-8058 • www.paradisechartercruises.com Bohemian Flats Park, Minneapolis • 952-474-8058 • www.paradisechartercruises.com 408 St Peter St, Saint Paul • 651-291-9196 • www.parksquaretheatre.org

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3849 Gallagher Drive, Edina • 952-835-6440 • www.pinstripes.com

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• KIDCREATE STUDIO • TC Metro

7918 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie • 952-974-3438 • www.kidcreatestudio.com 1785 Radio Drive, Woodbury • 651-735-0880 • www.kidcreatestudio.com

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• PLYMOUTH PLAYHOUSE • TC Metro

2705 Annapolis Lane N, Plymouth • 763-383-1073 • www.plymouthplayhouse.com

• REPTILE AND AMPHIBIAN DISCOVERY ZOO • RAD Zoo • SE MN

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• SAUK CENTRE AREA • Convention & Visitors Bureau • Central MN

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• SCIENCE MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA • TC Metro

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• SEA LIFE MINNESOTA AQUARIUM • TC Metro

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• SKY ZONE INDOOR TRAMPOLINE PARK • TC Metro

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• STAGES THEATRE COMPANY • TC Metro

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• TARGET CENTER • TC Metro

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• TARGET FIELD TOURS • TC Metro

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• TEAM QUEST • TC Metro

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• TEDDY BEAR BAND • Richard Alan Productions • Statewide

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• VALLEYFAIR • TC Metro

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• VERTICAL ENDEAVORS • TC Metro & NE MN

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• VISIT DULUTH • Convention & Visitors Bureau • NE MN

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3297 County Rd 45 N, Owatonna • 888-472-3966 • www.theradzoo.com

1220 Main St South, Sauk Centre • 855-444-SAUK • www.visitsaukcentre.com 120 W Kellogg Blvd • 651-265-5975 • www.smm.org 120 East Broadway, Mall of America, Bloomington • 952-853-0631 • www.sealifeus.com 13310 Industrial Park Blvd, Plymouth • 763-331-3511 • www.skyzone.com/Minneapolis 595 Hale Ave N, Oakdale • 651-200-3383 • www.skyzone.com/Minneapolis 1111 Main St, Hopkins • 952-979-1119 • www.stagestheatre.org 600 First Ave N, Minneapolis • 612-673-1311 • www.targetcenter.com One Twins Way, Minneapolis • 612-659-3878 • www.twinsbaseball.com/tours 6350 Indian Chief Road, Eden Prairie • 952-852-0103 • www.team-quest.org 612-861-3570 • www.teddybearband.com

One Valleyfair Drive, Shakopee • 952-496-5373 • www.valleyfair.com 2540 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis • 612-436-1470 • www.verticalendeavors.com 855 Phalen Blvd, Saint Paul • 651-776-1430 • www.verticalendeavors.com 329 S Lake Ave, Duluth • 218-279-9980 • www.verticalendeavors.com 21 W Superior St, Duluth • 218-625-8102 • www.visitduluth.com/group-tours/

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• VISIT WINONA • Convention & Visitors Bureau • SE MN

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• WABASHA STREET CAVES • DOWN IN HISTORY TOURS • TC Metro

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160 Johnson Street, Winona • 507-452-0735 • www.visitwinona.com/group-tours/ 215 Wabasha Street S, Saint Paul • 651-224-1191 • www.wabashastreetcaves.com

• WATER PARK OF AMERICA • RADISSON HOTEL BLOOMINGTON • TC Metro

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• WAY COOL COOKING SCHOOL • TC Metro

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• WELLS FARGO HISTORY MUSEUM • TC Metro

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• WESTERN MINNESOTA PRAIRIE WATERS • Convention & Visitors Bureau • TC Metro

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• WILD MOUNTAIN & TAYOLORS FALLS RECREATION • TC Metro

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Water Park • 1700 American Blvd East, Bloomington • 952-229-5731 • www.waterparkofamerica.com Hotel • 1700 American Blvd East, Bloomington • 952-229-5768 • www.radisson.com

16544 W 78th St, Eden Prairie • 952-949-6799 • www.waycoolcookingschool.com 90 S 7th St, Minneapolis • 612-667-4210 • www.wellsfargohistory.com

323 West Schlieman Ave, Appleton • 320-289-1981 x105 • www.prairiewaters.com

37350 Wild Mountain Road, Taylors Falls • 800-447-4958 • www.wildmountain.com

• WORLD’S FINEST CHOCOLATE • Statewide

Mpls/SE MN, 612-501-8916 • St Paul/Northern MN, 651-775-8338 • Mankato/SW MN, 605-415-2354

• WORTHINGTON AREA FIELD TRIPS • Convention & Visitors Bureau • SW MN 1121 Third Ave, Worthington • 800-279-2919 • www.worthingtonmnchamber.com

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Table of Contents by Region & Category

Field Trips By Region • NE Minnesota

Audubon Center of the North Woods • Sandstone International Wolf Center • Ely Vertical Endeavors • Duluth Visit Duluth Attractions & Hotels • 19+ field trips

• Central Minnesota

AirMaxx Trampoline Park • St Cloud Sauk Centre Area Attractions • 15+ field trips

• SW Minnesota

Big Island Rendezvous & Festival • Albert Lea Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers • Pipestone Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum & Pageant • Walnut Grove Western Minnesota Prairie Waters • 34+ field trips Worthington Area Tourism & Attractions • 16+ field trips

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Eagle Bluff ELC • Lanesboro LARK Toy Company • Kellogg Minnesota Children’s Museum • Rochester National Eagle Center • Wabasha Owatonna Area Tourism • 23+ field trips Reptile & Amphibian Discovery Zoo (RAD Zoo) • Owatonna Visit Winona Tourism & Attractions • 20+ field trips

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AirMaxx Trampoline Park & Fun Center • Eden Prairie American Workshop • Burnsville Base Camp Northern Star Council BSA • Saint Paul Big Thrill Factory • Minnetonka Chanhassen Dinner Theatres • Chanhassen Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts • Mpls Eko Backen • Scandia Festival of Nations • Saint Paul Historic Theatre Group • Orpheum, State & Pantages • Mpls In the Company of Kids Theatre & Performing Arts School Kidcreate Studio • Eden Prairie / Woodbury Landmark Center • Saint Paul Mall of America • Bloomington Minneapolis Northwest Area CVB Tourism & Attractions Minnesota Children’s Museum • Saint Paul Minnesota Historical Society • Saint Paul & Statewide Minnesota Renaissance Festival • Shakopee Minnesota Zoo and Wells Fargo Family Farm • Apple Valley Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America • Bloomington Old Log Theater • Excelsior Padelford Riverboat Company • Saint Paul Paradise Charter Cruises • Lake Minnetonka / Minneapolis Park Square Theatre • Saint Paul Pinstripes • Edina Plymouth Playhouse • Plymouth Science Museum of Minnesota • Saint Paul Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium • Bloomington Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park • Plymouth / Oakdale Stages Theatre Company • Hopkins Target Center • Minneapolis Target Field Tours & the MN Twins • Minneapolis Team Quest • Eden Prairie Valleyfair • Shakopee Vertical Endeavors • Minneapolis / Saint Paul Wabasha Street Caves • Saint Paul Water Park of America / Radisson Hotel Bloomington Way Cool Cooking School • Eden Prairie Wells Fargo History Museum • Minneapolis Wild Mountain & Taylors Falls Recreation • Taylors Falls

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Minneapolis Northwest CVB • 24+ field trips Owatonna Area Tourism • 23+ field trips Sauk Centre Area Attractions • 15+ field trips Visit Duluth Attractions & Hotels • 21+ field trips Visit Winona Tourism & Attractions • 20+ field trips Western Minnesota Prairie Waters • 34+ field trips Worthington Area Tourism & Attractions • 16+ field trips

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These providers will travel to your school, group or organization.

AirMaxx Trampoline Park & Fun Center 9 American Workshop 10,11 Brian Richards, Educational Speaker 16 Audubon Center of the North Woods 12 Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts 17 Critters & Company • Wildlife Shows… with a Purpose 18 Dazzling Dave • National Yo-Yo Master 19 Eagle Bluff ELC 20 Games2U Entertainment & Fundraising 23 Gamin’ Ride Entertainment 24 Historical Experiences with Arn Kind, Educational Performer 26 I Know My Way, LLC • Orienteering by Andrea Schneider 27 In the Company of Kids Theatre & Performing Arts School 28 International Wolf Center 29 Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers 30 Kevin Hall, The Magic Maniac • Halls of Entertainment 48,49 Kidcreate Studio 31 KidsDance • America’s Interactive DJ for Kids!

32 Laura Ingalls Wilder Programs for Schools & Libraries 35 Mad Science of Minnesota • Sparking Imaginative Learning 36 Minnesota Children’s Museum 38 Minnesota Historical Society 39 National Eagle Center 42 Reptile & Amphibian Discovery Zoo (RAD Zoo) 52 Science Museum of Minnesota 54 Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium 55 Teddy Bear Band • Richard Alan Productions 61

• Adaptive & Special Needs Programs

AirMaxx Trampoline Park Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts In the Company of Kids Theatre & Performing Arts School

• Fundraising Programs & Opportunities AirMaxx Trampoline Park American Workshop Audubon Center of the North Woods Big Thrill Factory Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Games2U Entertainment & Fundraising Gamin’ Ride Entertainment Gertens Fundraising Mall of America Minnesota Renaissance Festival Valleyfair Water Park of America Wild Mountain & Taylors Falls Recreation World’s Finest Chocolate

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1170 E Cli Road Burnsville, MN 952-500-8812 AmericanWorkshop.com American Workshop is a 10,000 square foot woodshop that is open to the public. We have over 40 mounted power tools that will complete any project you have. You can bring in your own hand tools, or if you don't have any, you can rent them from us. Our shop is designed to cater to novice users all the way to professionals. Want to further your skills? We oer classes, taught by professionals to take your hobby to the next level. No matter your skill or passion level, American Workshop is the workshop you have always wanted!

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Environmental Education Center and Green Retreat/Conference Facility

Audubon Center of the North Woods Centrally located 5 miles west of Sandstone, MN on the east side of Grindstone Lake Photo by Lonnie Duberstein

Only 70 miles north of the Twin Cities, the Audubon Center of the North Woods is an excellent choice to save time, energy and costs for your group’s field trips. Since 1971, the Center has offered single day to multi-day programming with adventure, energy/environment, native culture, team building, outdoor skills and wildlife classes for all ages, all year long, with trained professional staff. l High ropes course with zipline

l Indoor climbing wall

l Wildlife programs (on-site and off-site) l Beautiful lakeside year-round facilities on

535 acres with over 7 miles of trails

l Non-profit, accredited Residential

Environmental Learning Center (RELC) K12 scholarships and discounts available Curriculum aligned with MN academic standards One day to multi-day options available l Green conference & retreat facility rentals for any size group - meeting, lodging & dining facilities for 160+, centerwide WiFi, nature-focused program options “This was the most fun I ever had in a class” 5th grade visitor

Your best choice for school field trips, youth groups, home school outings, staff retreats, meetings, conferences, reunions, day programs, banquets “Great opportunity for kids to experience the ‘great outdoors’ in a safe, nurturing environment. Program encourages teambuilding and fosters an awareness of the world around us.”

“The Audubon Center ROCKS!” 6th grade visitor

A small sampling of some of our 50+ class choices - all aligned with MN academic standards

Stream Superheroes

Total Team

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Maple Syruping

Archery

Orienteering

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888-404-7743

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Creepy Crawly Creatures

Base Camp is an experiential education program offering a unique year�round environment for visitors to engage in team building activities, rock climbing, high ropes courses, archery, and more. These activities are used to accomplish the mission of Base Camp; to connect all young people to interactive experiences that build healthy, contributing citizens of character and leaders for life. Base Camp is conveniently located near Fort Snelling along the Minnesota River. This facility operates on a group reservation basis, book your groups next field trip at Base Camp today! To learn more, find us at ExploreBaseCamp.org or call 612.767.0042.

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29th Annual • Award-Winning • Educational & Fun!

BIG ISLAND RENDEZVOUS Minnesota’s Living History Festival EDUCATION DAYS FOR SCHOOLS Thursday & Friday, October 1 & 2, 2015

FAMILY & PUBLIC DAYS

Saturday & Sunday, October 3 & 4, 2015 Thousands of students come every year from all over the midwest to experience American history that COMES ALIVE at one of America’s “TOP 100 FESTIVALS”! American Bus Association

OBSERVE • INTERACT • ENGAGE • LEARN Supporting MN K-12 Education Standards • Arts, Languages, Science & STEM, Math, Social Studies

Visit with President & Mary Todd Lincoln.

Hear cowboys tell stories of “old west” cattle drives around their authentic chuckwagon.

The Blacksmith makes an item for a teacher & class.

Minnesota’s “Hands-on living history festival” presents hundreds of actors from all over the United States authentically recreating American history from different eras. Presidents, cowboys, fur traders, Canadian revolutionary war soldiers, Native Americans, civil war soldiers and even day-to-day citizens entertain and teach about the era they represent. The actors (who do this for a living) come from all over the U.S. to “plant some real history into student’s minds”. Students can sift for gold, throw an axe, watch a real civil war cannon be fired, eat different kinds of era foods, and much more.

Learn about stagecoaches and U.S. mail delivery

See the firing of live rounds using a real civil war cannon

Students enjoy history classes

by Ben Franklin & wife Deborah

See early American skills in action: blacksmiths, woodworkers, farmers, candlemakers, silversmiths, spinners, weavers, hunters, soldiers, fur traders, voyageurs & more…

www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org/Rendezvous/education.htm Bring your class! Reserve your time today! Special Offer: $6.00 per person for first-time 2015 attendees.

Limited Space Available on Education Days. First Come, First Served.

School Reservations/Rendezvous Offices: 800-658-2526 • Fax: 507-373-0344 • Perry’s Cell: 507-402-6371 Perry Vining, Founder / Coordinator Big Island Rendezvous and Festival, Inc • 2580 Bridge Ave • Albert Lea, MN 56007

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For over 25 years Brian Richards has worked to make his assembly programs FUN, ENGAGING and most importantly EDUCATIONAL!!

Using the art of magic, music, humor and active participation by the students, Brian connects and teaches in a way that has IMPACT! But for any assembly to be effective it has to be reinforced in the classroom and home. That is why Brian has developed his reinforcement ďŹ les...great ideas, activities and worksheets to share in the classroom and send home! This is one of many reasons Brian is TEACHER APPROVED!

Topics include but not limited to: BULLY PREVENTION! !

DRUG AWARENESS! !

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT! MATH FUN! ! ! !

SCHOOL PRIDE! ! !

IGNITING POTENTIAL! !

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CONFLICT !

RESOLUTION READING MOTIVATION NATIONAL PRIDE PERSONAL SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY ATTITUDE/GRATITUDE

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Student Matinees Experience dance performance!

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$5 per ticket Bus subsidy provided: $100 Interactive Study Guide provided Q & A with artists

Field Trips

Visit our historic theater!

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Tour the historic Goodale Theater Dance workshops in a range of styles Taught by Cowles Teaching Artists

Dance Residencies Explore dance!

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FREE to MN schools Flexible dance workshops in a range of styles Taught by Cowles Teaching Artists Make connections to other curricular subjects Standards aligned

Jessi Fett, Education Director jfett@thecowlescenter.org 612.206.3640

www.thecowlescenter.org

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CRITTERS AND COMPANY

Butler, the McCaw

We Tackle Tough Issues with Gentle Messengers WILDLIFE SHOWS… WITH A PURPOSE

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CRITTERS & COMPANY PROGRAMS

Violence Prevention and Character Development

• Teasing: “Harassment in Disguise” - Anti-Bullying - Builds empathy, compassion - Preventative Skills - Redirects Behavior - “Sorry is Good, Change is Better” • Attitudes the Make a Difference - Positive Choices for Success - Responsible Decision-Making - Tackling Problems in Small Pieces

• Diversity: the Spice of Variety - Celebrating the Differences - Making Choices about our Behavior - Overcoming our Fears - Power over Discrimination

Since the 1980’s, Critters and Company has presented to more than 750,000 individuals in schools, businesses, communities and churches. Greg Olson uses a medium of live animals and storytelling, advocating that each individual has the potential for building a better life - hence a better world. Students will see and hear important concepts in character development as these concepts relate to a variety of animals (a few of which are shown on this page) - all applying to life experiences and supporting MN education standards.

Now available through Critters & Company:

Teacher workshops & staff inservices for your organization’s professionals: • “Classroom Management: Preventing Bullying Before it happens” • “When Bad Things Happen, Keep it Simple” • Anti-Harrassment • Customer Service • Successful Attitudes Greg’s memorable workshop presentations for your Senior High students or inservice workshops for your staff will include our complimentary skill developing exercises.

Mandee, the owl

Libby, the dog

• Owning our Relationships: “Friends & Choices” - Respecting Personal Space - Early Choices - Safe Space - The Qualities of a Good Friend Kiwi, Cuddles, the wallaby the squirrel

Todo, the tortoise

Teal, the red-tailed hawk

Best of all, it’s fun. With Positive Results.

“We have invited Mr. Olson to share the message of respect and responsibility with our staff and students for many years.

Our students have learned important messages in character development from Critters and Company, all while they are entertained and motivated by the beautiful creatures that Mr. Olson brings into our school.

Gary Chesner

“The number of discipline referrals for misbehavior has decreased since Critters and Company has presented at our school. Students have been very receptive to these positive messages.

Rob Nudell

“In a quiet, caring delivery they are able to create scenarios for children that are easily understood and relevant to life at school, Judy Davis “Students are able to see these issues in a way they understand - home, and their neighborhoods. through their love for animals. Critters and Company’s programs “We would highly encourage any school district looking for a quality support the important social topics that our students come up program to consider Critters and Company.

Isanti Intermediate against in everyday life.

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1 Not just a show – I TEACH science, and “how to” yo-yo in a fun way with a high quality in-school program.

• Fund-raiser option • After school programs • Scouting events • Library programs • Church events • And much more!

763-229-9696

www.dazzlingdave.com Former middle school teacher, now a National Yo-Yo Master!

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Your learning discoveries await

Nestled amid the hardwood forests and river bluffs of southeast Minnesota, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center strives to provide inspiring environmental education experiences which connect people of all ages to each other and the natural world. Whether you are looking for a memorable educational field trip, a unique family outdoor adventure, or an inspiring place to hold your retreat, there is learning and discovery to be had at Eagle Bluff!

Environmental Field Trips

Team Building

Summer Camps

Family Camps

StarLAB Outreach

Raptors Outreach

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www.eagle-bluff.org

Eko Backen Snow Tubing Field TripS 3 Hills, 2 Tow Ropes Rustic Warm Chalet Group Rates

Testimonial:

A happy teacher wrote:

...our students sang all the way home!!

Thank you!

Visit our website for more information about Eko Baken, including: birthday parties, country weddings, gift certificates.

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Mobile Entertainment brought right to your location!

• After School and Summer Programs • Scouting Events • Youth Groups • Carnivals • Fundraisers Also available: • Mobile Gaming Carts • School Dances • Water Balloon Launchers • GaGa Ball • and more

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Gertens Fundraising programs are a great way to raise funds for your non-profit group!

There is a program for every season...

• Fall Mums & Bulbs

• Spring Bedding Plants & Perennials

• Holiday Poinsettias

• Plant Cards

• Holiday Greens

• Online Plant Cards

(mid-August - September) (mid-November - December) (mid-November - December)

(late-April- May) (year-round) (year-round)

• Easter – Spring Lily (March- early April)

Fundraising 5500 Blaine Avenue | Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 P: 651.239.1321 | E: fundraisers@gertens.com | gertensfundraisers.com

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• In the Company of Kids Theatre & Performing Arts School offers quality, innovative programming for students, youth and adults in a fun, safe, family-friendly and non-competitive atmosphere. Our professional staff is dedicated to helping your students discover, develop and express their artistic gifts through acting, voice and dance.

Minnesota K-12 Education Standards are supported.

You can come to our locations, or we can come to you.

OUR PROGRAMS INCLUDE: Musical Theatre Adaptive Dance & Theater Social Skills Group Transition & Special Needs Programs After School Programs Summer Camps Intergenerational & Seniors

Make your students the “stars of the show”!

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Hopkins • Burnsville • Maple Grove • Richfield • Call 952-220-1676 for all locations.

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NATIVE AMERICAN WORKSHOPS, CAMPS and TOURS Native American Indian culture workshops and heritage presentations… culture, drumming, dance, pipes, and much more. Keepers is a non-profit Native American Indian organization. We believe it is important to preserve each tribe’s unique art & culture for future generations.

TAKE OUR GUIDED TOUR OF THE PIPESTONE NATIONAL MONUMENT

Come visit the Crossroads of Native America… a very unique national park. Feel the energy and listen to the history of this special place. Hear stories of how pipestone is used and journeys it has made around the world. Talk to people who have worked to quarry the pipestone and see how much work it is to get out of its resting place inside mother earth. Everything on mother earth is sacred… we will show you how to walk with respect and care. All ages.

AMERICAN INDIAN HISTORY, CULTURE & HERITAGE PRESENTATIONS & WORKSHOPS We do customized presentations in schools and at events around the nation that include storytelling, demonstrations, tribal history and culture. We also offer workshops on pipestone carving, beadwork, native foods for all age groups. We can customize a program to meet education standards for your school, homeschool co-op, scouts or youth group.

CULTURE CAMP FIELD TRIPS

Experience Early American Indian Culture Bring your class (k-12), scout group, or youth group on a custom-tailored field trip to our Culture Camp where you and your group can sleep overnight in a tipi, eat native foods (examples include: bison, wild rice, corn, beans, squash and local fish)… learning & experiencing first-hand our tribal culture.

PRESENTATIONS:

WORKSHOPS:

• The Story of the Pipestone National Monument • Pipestone Pipes • History of Pipestone • Storytelling • Roles of Women • Wild Plant Uses • Family Life • Tribal Life Today • Growing up Indian • Tribal People Spirituality

• Pipe Making • Beadwork • Pine Needle Baskets • Leather Clothing • Pipe Bags • Beaded Bags • Pipestone Carving • Finger Weaving • Dream Catchers • Decorating a Model Tipi

Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers • Culture Camp

400 North Hiawatha Avenue • Pipestone, MN 56164 • 507-825-3734 • www.pipekeepers.org

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ArtisSmart!

Art is a great way to enrich your program's curriculum.

It is tons of fun and great for the brain too! Plus, a Kidcreate activity is so easy. You supply the kids. We supply the curriculum, teachers, art materials, giggles and grins. We can even match your weekly themes!

No School Days • Summer Vacation • Winter Break Spring Break • Valentine’s Day • Easter • Mother’s Day Father’s Day • Halloween • Thanksgiving • Christmas

Save 10% on your next group art activity!

Mention coupon code mnfield15 when booking your next class. *Expires 12/31/15. This coupon may not be used with any other discounts, coupons or offers. Valid on new class bookings only.

Class availability is limited, contact us today to reserve your date and time.

In-center and field trip options available. ®

Eden Prairie 952-974-3438

edenprairiemn@kidcreatestudio.com

Woodbury 651-735-0880

woodburymn@kidcreatestudio.com

www.kidcreatestudio.com

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The Best Field Trip of the year is right at your school!

With Kidsdance

Playing to Rave Reviews

Kidsdance.com Follow us on  952-933-8558 “Phenomenal Energy!”

- City of Burnsville “Exceeding our Expectations!”

- Minnesota State Fair “Absolutely Awesome!”

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Landmark Center Museums & Galleries

Educational.

Free.

Fabulous.

Uncle Sam Worked Here Building Tour The Schubert Club Museum* The American Association of Woodturners’ Gallery of Wood Art* The Ramsey County Historical Society Gallery * Hours May Vary

Self-Guided and Guided Tours Available!

Visit www.landmarkcenter.org for more information and calendar of events or call 651.292.3237

www.landmarkcenter.org | 75 W. 5th Street| Saint Paul, MN 55102

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WALNUT GROVE One hour West of New Ulm on Highway 14.

Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum

Eight Buildings dedicated to the history of Laura Ingalls Wilder and other early pioneers to Walnut Grove.

Buildings open April - October, 7 Days per week Gift Store Open Year ‘Round Call for specific hours 877-945-2872

GUIDED SCHOOL & GROUP TOURS Groups of 5-100.

Special group activities.

Handicap accessible.

Wilder Pageant

Outdoor drama for the whole family,based on the life of Laura Ingalls in Walnut Grove.

2015 Dates: July 10-11; 17-18; 24-25 Call 888-859-3102 for tickets

Family Festival Held each Saturday during the Pageant

Enjoy our Beautiful Parks & Specialty Shops!

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Discover unique tours & experiences in our multiple cities with endless possibilities!

Annette Belding | annette@mplsnw.com | 763.252.1411 www.mplsnw.com/fieldtrips 37

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Fascinating & Fun

Field Trips

Special rates for groups at 18 historic sites and museums around the state mnhs.org/fieldtrips

“One of my favorite field trips ever!�

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Book an inspiring encounter with the natural world.

Pre-K Groups Student Travel Scouts Contact: 952.431.9298

K-12 School Day Field Trips Standards-Aligned Classes Guided Tours Overnights Outreach Programs Contact: 952.431.9218

Open 363 days a year. Just minutes south of Mall of America.

Experience more than 4,700 animals, including 37 endangered species.

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Stretch Your Mind + Your Vocal Chords

How do the seats on the Avatar Airbender ride rotate? How much water is displaced on the Log Chute ride? Participate in hands-on exercises while exploring the laws of physics as they pertain to rides in Nickelodeon Universe®, the nation’s largest indoor theme park.

CONTACT GROUP SALES FOR MORE INFORMATION GROUPSALES@MALLOFAMERICA.COM | 952.883.8809

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June 23 - August 14

November - December 2015 Through live theatre, students are encouraged to read, develop critical and creative thinking and be curious about the world around them.

BRING YOUR CLASS OR GROUP! For more information and reservations: CALL: 952-474-4289 EMAIL: sales@oldlog.com 5185 Meadville Street, Excelsior MN OldLog.com

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More than a Field trip an evening of theatre During the Day: We put our top talent onstage and treat your students with exceptional care.

Unique connections Between students and artists: Immersion Days* ignite their love of literature and prompt deeper connections to the text.

From literary classics to thought-provoking new plays: We engage your students and open their minds.

Reading a play is fun, but seeing it performed changes the way they read everything.

—Lisa Klobe, Lester Prairie Junior High

new plays The Color Purple

literary classics Romeo and Juliet

Jan 27 & 28, Feb 4, 10, 11 & 13, 2015

Feb 19–May 1, 2015 Feb 1–April 6, 2016

My Children, My Africa Nov 17, 18, 24 & 25, 2015

The Diary of Anne Frank

Snow Queen

Mar 2–May 15, 2015 Feb 15–May 6, 2016

Dec 8, 9, 15 & 16, 2015

Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol Dec 15 & 16, 2015

To Kill a Mockingbird Oct 20–Dec 18, 2015

Great Expectations Jan 26 & 27, Feb 2 & 3, 2016

Tickets and Information: 651.291.9196 or education@parksquaretheatre.org $14 Student Seats • Free Chaperone Seats • Mid-Morning Matinees Two Stages • Free Study Guides • Bus Greeters • Free Bus Parking *For further information on workshops and shows, visit our website parksquaretheatre.org

651.291.9196 | parksquaretheatre.org

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Field Trips School Shows After School Care Math Programs As seen on America’s Got Talent!

(763) 783-0352 Winner of 2 Star Awards for Best Entertainment plus 2013 National Charter School’s Best Entertainment Production

“I laughed so hard my sides hurt!“ Elk River Schools

info@hallsofmagic.com www.hallsofmagic.com

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Reading Programs Scouting Programs Church Events & More!

America’s Got Talent!

Semi-Finalist!

“The most spectacular kids show I have ever seen”

Kevin shows the kids just how amazing they really are!

Adventures Plus

Dates book fast Call today!

763 783-0352

info@hallsofmagic.com

www.hallsofmagic.com

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Educational School Field Trips!

Prom & Senior Class Cruises! ial Spec nt e Stud g! n Prici

Cru Miss ises on t is h Lake sippi Riv e er Minn eton & ka

Our fully-narrated cruises offer special rates to schools and youth groups who will experience the beauty and history of Lake Minnetonka departing from the Port of Excelsior.

On the Mississippi River, departing from our “NEW” Minneapolis location at Bohemian Flats Park, your students will experience a lock through of the St Anthony Falls lock system, view the Falls, learn about the historic Mississippi riverfront and more!

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www.TwinCitiesCruises.com 952-474-8058

STRIKINGLY GOOD FUN!

change your frame of mind FIELD TRIPS - HAVE FUN LEARNING!

BOCCE: LEARN ITS ITALIAN HISTORY AND THE RULES OF THE GAME BOWLING: LEARN HOW TO SCORE AND CALCULATE TEAM AVERAGES $7/PER STUDENT: GAMING, BEVERAGE $12/PER STUDENT: GAMING, BEVERAGE, BROWNIES $15/PER STUDENT: GAMING, BEVERAGE, PIZZA, BROWNIES ASK US ABOUT OFF-SITE CATERING EVENTS AND OUR PORTABLE BOCCE COURTS!

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RAD ZOO Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo

We Bring the Zoo to You! Bring our zoo to your event for a fun and educational program designed just for your school, daycare, Scout meeting, youth group, Sunday School, festival and more! Our shows engage groups of all ages, creating a unique learning experience and a great complement to your science curriculum.

Birthday Parties and Bar Mitzvahs

If you want a unique event for your child or children, introduce them to our incredible reptiles and amphibians for a party they will never forget!

Come Visit Our Zoo! You’re invited to visit Minnesota’s premier reptile destination.

From our opening in October 2009, we have become one of the world’s largest reptile displays, and always an opportunity for a truly fun adventure for kids of all ages! You’ll enjoy our completely indoor facility that’s open year round just an hour south of the Twin Cities in Owatonna.

Marvel at the amazing creatures… including more than 150 kinds of snakes, lizards, crocodilians, toads, frogs and salamanders from all over the world. You’ll love our living dioramas that display our creatures in re-creations of their natural environments.

Be sure to watch our AMAZON ADVENTURE SHOW where you’ll have the opportunity to touch a snake or small alligator.

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LITERATURE

AGRICULTURE

SCIENCE

HISTORY

1-855-444-SAUK • info@VisitSaukCentre.com • www.visitsaukcentre.com

Sauk Centre is the home of America’s very first Nobel Prize winning author in literature, Sinclair Lewis. Students can learn about writing at the Interpretive Museum and visit his boyhood home to see how Minnesotans lived in the early 1900’s.

See how whiskey is made using local agricultural grains…

PANTHER DISTILLERY offers a bird’s-eye view!

See how authentic wooden baseball bats are built at MAX BATS!

REDHEAD CREAMERY takes you from peaceful cows to delicious Cheese Curds on one field trip! Farm tours and large glass viewing windows make it easy to watch cheese being produced at this farmstead creamery.

LEATHERWOOD VINEGARY uses garden produce to make specialty vinegars. Take their garden tour and view their fermenting production.

HEMKER ZOO & ERICKSON’S PETTING ZOO both offer hands-on, unique animal discovery! Schools and youth groups welcome!

TUTTI FRUTTI MARKET FARM offers tours of their fruit and vegetable farm, animals, and invites schools & families to their annual Pumpkin Fun Days!

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Field Trips that are out of this world!

Space: An Out-of-Gravity Experience Students, get ready for the future! Learn about the challenges of living and working in space through this interactive exhibit. Walk in a rotating space lab, operate a robotic arm and other activities that examine propulsion, gravity and the dangers of space. Include Journey to Space Omnitheater film and you’ve got a great field trip package. Feb. 20 to Aug. 24, 2015.

(Field trip space limited after June 5.)

Book now! smm.org/SciEd (651) 221-9444

COMING FALL 2015 Race: Are We So Different?

Humpback Whales Omnitheater Film

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GROUP PLANNING TICKET DISCOUNTS SPECIAL OFFERS Target Center offers a complete in-house Group Sales Department that is ready to assist you! No matter which family show, sporting spectacular or memorable concert you select, we are here to make your job easier by arranging reservations, tickets, accessible seating for those with special needs, and bus parking. It’s never too early to get your group involved in events at Target Center.

It’s easy to order. . . For group ticket reservations, call the Target Center Group Sales Office at 612.673.1311 NCHC FROZEN FACEOFF HOCKEY March 20 - 21, 2015 CHRIS TOMLIN CONCERT March 28, 2015 HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS April 4, 2015 DISNEY ON ICE Presents FROZEN April 8 - 12, 2015 POWERSHARES SERIES TENNIS CHAMPIONS SHOOTOUT McENROE, RODDICK, CHANG & BLAKE April 29, 2015 HELLO KITTY’S SUPERCUTE FRIENDSHIP FESTIVAL May 29 - 31, 2015 JOEL OSTEEN June 13, 2015 MINNEAPOLIS SHRINE CIRCUS November 2015

targetcenter.com/events/group_sales

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EXPERIENCE IT LIVE.

BAsEBAll F BAMBINOs: The

Little Sluggers Tour

A Target Field® experience for pre-school through kindergarten — perfect for day care groups or park and rec outings Explore the excitement of baseball, Target Field, and the Minnesota Twins through the study of shapes, colors, numbers, and baseball basics. In this special program, geared to our younger fans, kids tour Target Field and learn about baseball positions and numbers, and the shapes and colors that are all around the ballpark. The dugout, locker room, pressbox, and much more are included in this wonderful experience, teaching the youngest fans the basics of baseball. Bring your pre-schoolers and kindergartners for a baseball experience they will remember for a lifetime.

Level: Pre-school through kindergarten Format: Tour with mini-baseball lesson (80 minutes total)

FOR MORE INFORMATION: twinsbaseball.com/tours education@twinsbaseball.com • 612-659-3878

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Team building High & low ropes courses Youth & adult leadership programs At our sites or yours! info@team-quest.org | 952.852.0103

awaken your potential, impact the world

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= education + fun Valleyfair offers the perfect array of fun, educational programming targeted to different age levels and interests for grades K-12, youth groups, performance groups, and more!

PROGRAMS INCLUDE:

May 15 – June 12, 2015 valleyfair.com/educationdays

Drama Day: Scare School

October 2, 2015

valleyfair.com/scareschool

Amusement Park 101

May 18–20, 2015

May 21, 2015

valleyfair.com/physics

valleyfair.com/ap101

May 15–Sept.13, 2015

Available Any 2015 Operating Day

valleyfair.com/performance

valleyfair.com/dinosaurs

For more information about the exciting and educational programs Valleyfair has to offer, please visit www.valleyfair.com/youthsales or contact our Group Sales Department at 952-496-5331 or youthsales@valleyfair.com

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Authentic, hands-on experiences you’ll remember for a lifetime

The only place for big city fun with a small-town feel.

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Cooking Field Trips

Way Cool Cooking School, Inc.         

Located in Eden Prairie We have been in business since 2005 Hands-on cooking events with kids ages 4-14 We can accommodate groups of up to 75 kids Field trips are 90 minutes long Kids make, create and eat 3 recipes Way Cool Chefs lead the cooking events There is plenty of parking for buses Cook, Learn, Laugh, and have fun!

Contact us at 952-949-6799 www.WayCoolCookingSchool.com

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Take a free trip through history!

Experience American History hands-on “The tour tied in perfectly with our standards and was so hands on/visual for my students that they loved it … I look forward to returning next year!”

– Teacher, 4th grade

The Wells Fargo History Museum invites you to enjoy a hands-on educational experience! Our free guided tours are an exciting opportunity for you to achieve curriculum standards through artifacts, photographs, and interactive experiences.

Some of what you will see, touch, and learn: • An authentic 19th century stagecoach • A replica stagecoach you can climb aboard • Gold mining and banking tools like gold pans and check protectors • Historic photos, maps, journals, and more

• The Gold Rush and westward migration • Life and work in 19th and 20th century America • Travel aboard a stagecoach • Financial education terms and concepts

To schedule your field trip or for more information, please call 612-667-4210 or email wfmuseum.mn@wellsfargo.com.

Tours are offered Monday through Friday free of charge. Reservations are required.

Curriculum support materials available.

Please visit wellsfargohistory.com Wells Fargo History Museum 6th St. S. & Marquette Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55402

© 2014 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved.

Member FDIC. ECG-1228023

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866-866-5432

info@prairiewaters.com

www.prairiewaters.com

Salt Lake: The only salt lake in the Upper Midwest. The lake attracts all kinds of birds that are not native to MN. Over 150 different species have been spotted here. Though many fish cannot live in this lake, there are different types of rare seaweed and shrimp.

Come see it for yourself!

Historic Chippewa City: Home to 24 buildings replicating a late 1800’s village on 20 acres.

Visit the authentic log cabins, 1880’s church, Millinery Shop, Blacksmith Shop, General Store and many others. There are many historic monuments and buildings to visit in the Prairie Waters Region!

Heritage Hill: Watch a steam threshing show, corn shelling, horses plowing, or visit a blacksmith shop!

During your field trip take a pottery class, or even a spoon carving class. The unique educational arts in the Prairie Waters Region are a must see and do!

Other Educational Tours Oldest Rock in the world

Lund-Hoel Museum

MN’s Largest Cottonwood Tree

Prairie Arts Center

Camp Release State Monument

Ox Cart Trails

Milwaukee Road Heritage Center

Wildlife Refuges & State Parks PLUS much more!!

Over 3.8 Billion years old

Trunk is 30 ft. in diameter Dakota War site of 1862 Historic Railroad Cars

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Built in 49 days

Art classes & demonstrations Ox Cart routes in the 1870’s

Oldest rock in the WORLD!

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Surprising Field Trips that

get our students into LIFE! Educational and Fun!

Questions? For information and free help planning, call the Worthington CVB at 800-279-2919 or go to: www.worthingtonmnchamber.com THE DAYTON HOUSE IS WHERE THE LEGACY BEGAN… George Dayton - the great-grandfather of our current Governor Mark Dayton - was a banker and real estate developer in Worthington before he moved to the Twin Cities and opened the famous Dayton’s Department Store. Guided school tours are available in this beautiful mansion that has been restored to tell the Dayton family story. www.daytonhouse.org WIDBOOM FARM & MILLIONS OF CRAYONS! On a field trip to his farm, Worthington family farmer Matt Widboom teaches visiting students why farming is important… his specialty is soybean farming and he welcomes school groups. Not only are soybeans in our foods, they also have non-food uses such as in inks and paints… did you know one acre of soybeans can produce more than 82,000 crayons! Student groups of all ages are welcome.

GRANDPA’S FUN FARM & FALL FESTIVAL Your kids will have opportunities to explore various activities that include a corn maze, trebuchet, carnival games, fun house, pedal trikes, miniature golf, farm animals/animal exhibit, rides, play and picnic areas. School and youth groups can go on educational summer and fall farm tours. Fun & educational!

THE NOBLES COUNTY PIONEER VILLAGE Literally step into the past in our authentic village… and discover how those who came before us prepared the way for us. It was their hard work, influence and vision of a better future that reminds us to never forget the sacrifices and contributions they made for us.

Educational tours. www.nobelspioneerviallage.com TOUR THE POPULAR OCHEDA DAIRY FARM Joe and Rita Vander Koois currently milk over 1,300 cows and grow corn, soybeans and alfalfa for use as feed for their cows. Plus, there are 2-10 calves born here on an average day. School & youth group field trips upon request.

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STUDENT TRAVEL SUMMARY & CHECKLIST

Compliments of MN Field Trip & Student Travel Library. Get more information: www.MnFieldTripLibrary.org This form suggests steps in generally preparing for a school trip. Different trips may require difference items.

Student Group (i.e., Band, Cheerleaders, etc) ___________________________________ # of Students ______ Academic Purpose _____________________________________________________________________ Itinerary City(s) _______________________________________________________________________ Length of trip (# of days) ________ Leave Date __________________ Return Date _____________________ Method of travel/ Name of transportation provider _______________________________________________ Special Travel Requirements (such as trailer for musical instruments) ___________________________________ # of overnights in what city(s) ______________________________________________________________ Primary School Contact – Name ____________________________________Cell _____________________ Is Tour Company involved? ____ Name/Address ________________________________________________ Tour Company Contact _____________________________________ Phone ________________________ Name of local Convention & Visitor Bureaus (and contact/phone) to provide assistance ______________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ Number of/names of chaperones/guides _____________________________________________________

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__________ Secured approval and support from administration and appropriate staff. __________ Costs and handling of money determined, including insurance, fundraising and record keeping __________ Itinerary created / distributed to administration, parents and appropriate itinerary destinations, including CVBs in destination cities. Ask for recommendations (free service provided by CVBs). __________ If payments required during trip, cash, check, credit card are determined.

__________ Down payments and pre-payments made by due dates. __________ Upload itinerary and trip information to school/organization website. Send out links. __________ Meeting(s) with students/parents. Distribute information, and discuss itinerary, deposits/payments, appropriate behavior, safety/medical issues/concerns, eligibility, forms, what to pack, what NOT to bring.

8. __________ Tour leaders made aware of special needs (medical/physical, etc) & trained to administer medications.

9. __________ Permission and other forms are signed and turned in.

10. __________ Substitute instructors determined.

11. __________ Attraction, Bus, hotel, food confirmations & commitments from direct providers or tour company.

12. __________ Study Guide(s) received / reviewed from attractions. Discussed with students.

13. __________ Students prepared (curriculum, rules of venues to be visited, assigned groups, asking questions) Other ________________________________________________________________________________

FORMS WHICH MAY BE NEEDED/REQUIRED BEFORE & DURING TRIP -

Student Permission Forms Activity or Legal Waivers as required by some attractions (such as rock climbing, high ropes, etc) Health/Medical Forms (Allergies, Special Needs, Medical History, Emergency Contact, Next of Kin).

Chaperone Forms (see administration for existing requirements) Talent Forms (photography or video permissions) Other ____________________________________________________________________________

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Student Travel Table of Contents • A - Z

Student Travel Guide ______

Discover middle/high/college MN student travel destinations that include a wide range of curriculum-based learning, performance and growth opportunities.

• AMERICAN WORKSHOP • TC Metro

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• AUDUBON CENTER OF THE NORTH WOODS ELC • NE MN

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• CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES • TC Metro

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• HISTORIC THEATRE GROUP • TC Metro

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Begin or develop construction skillsets with our Green Construction Trade Course.

1170 E Cliff Road, Burnsville Tim Watts • 952-500-8812 • www.americanworkshop.com Team-building, nature/wildlife, adventure/challenge and outdoor programs.

54165 Audubon Drive, Sandstone Laurie Fenner • 320-245-2648 • www.audubon-center.org Students can experience, respond to and critique a live performance. Comp backstage tours!

501 W 78th St, Chanhassen Peggy Lushine • 952-934-1544 • www.chanhassentheatres.com Experience, learn and be entertained by the best in touring Broadway productions and more!

Orpheum Theatre • 910 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis State Theatre • 805 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis Pantages Theatre • 710 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis Kelli Hoskins • 612-373-5644 • www.hennepintheatretrust.org

• KEEPERS OF THE SACRED TRADITION OF PIPEMAKERS • SW MN

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• MALL OF AMERICA • TC Metro

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• MINNEAPOLIS NORTHWEST CVB • TC Metro

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• PADELFORD RIVERBOAT COMPANY • TC Metro

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• PINSTRIPES • TC Metro

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• PLYMOUTH PLAYHOUSE • TC Metro

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Native American workshops, camps and tours (including the Pipestone National Monument).

400 N Hiawatha Ave, Pipestone Bud Johnston • 507-825-3734 • www.pipekeepers.org Attractions, exhibits, student presentations, 520 stores & 50+ restaurants!

60 E Broadway, Bloomington Samantha Sommers • 952-883-8499 www.mallofamerica.com/visit/group-experiences Student-friendly hotels & attractions in Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park & Maple Grove.

7100 Northland Drive, Minneapolis • 763-252-1411 www.mplsnw.com/fieldtrips Cruise the Mississippi for your prom parties, class parties and events, and more!

Harriet Island, Downtown Saint Paul Tracy Shimek • 651-227-1100 • www.riverrides.com Private event rooms, bocce ball and bowling for graduations, senior parties, homecoming dinners…

3849 Gallagher Drive, Edina Janna O’Meara • 952-835-6440 • www.pinstripes.com

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When POP UP MUSICAL ends, your students will want more!

2705 Annapolis Lane N, Plymouth Susan Tillman • 763-383-1073 • www.plymouthplayhouse.com

Student Travel Table of Contents • A - Z

Student Travel Guide ______

Flip this Guide over and discover even more itinerary ideas for your school trip!

You can download free brochures, program flyers & study guides at:

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• SEA LIFE MINNESOTA AQUARIUM • TC Metro

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• TARGET FIELD TOURS & THE MINNESOTA TWINS • TC Metro

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• VALLEYFAIR • TC Metro

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• VISIT DULUTH • NE MN

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• VISIT WINONA • SE MN

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• WABASHA STREET CAVES • DOWN IN HISTORY TOURS • TC Metro

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• WATER PARK OF AMERICA • RADISSON HOTEL BLOOMINGTON • TC Metro

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• WORLD’S FINEST CHOCOLATE • Statewide

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• WORTHINGTON AREA CVB • SW MN

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10,000 animals make this experience inspiring, educational and FUN! 120 East Broadway, Mall of America, Bloomington Shanna Wangen • 952-853-0631 • www.visitsealife.com/minnesota Learning Through Baseball with the Minnesota Twins - math, science, art, sports marketing & more!

One Twins Way, Minneapolis Rick Olson • 612-659-3878 • www.twinsbaseball.com/tours Put your band, choir, dance or cheer group in the spotlight on the Upper Midwest’s biggest stage!

One Valleyfair Drive, Shakopee Pam Amundson • 952-496-5373 • www.valleyfair.com Authentic, hands-on experiences your students will remember for a lifetime!

21 W Superior St, Duluth Mary Nelson • 218-625-8102 • www.visitduluth.com/group-tours/ Spectacular beauty, remarkable arts & culture, outdoor adventure!

160 Johnson Street, Winona Mary Farrell • 507-452-0735 • www.visitwinona.com/group-tours/ Home of the famous Saint Paul Gangster Tour!

215 Wabasha Street S, Saint Paul Donna Bremer • 651-224-1191 • www.wabashastreetcaves.com

More than a hotel! Over-sized guest rooms that sleep up to 6! America’s biggest indoor water park!

Carey Devillers • Hotel • 1700 American Blvd East, Bloomington 952-229-5768 • www.radisson.com Water Park • 1700 American Blvd East, Bloomington 952-229-5731 • www.waterparkofamerica.com This will be the easiest and best-tasting fundraiser you will ever do!

Paul Henry • Minneapolis & Southeast MN • 612-501-8916 Rob Cherry • St Paul & Northern Minnesota • 651-775-8338 Vic Zumpano • Mankato & Southwest MN, 605-415-2354 Offering excellent itinerary stops and quality student-friendly hotels!

1121 Third Ave, Worthington Ashley Goettig • 800-279-2919 • www.worthingtonmnchamber.com

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American Workshop is proud to offer the Green Construction Trades Course (GCTC). This 128 hour course covers a variety of topics that give students exposure to various aspects of today’s construction industry. The course is designed to give students in-demand green construction skills that will make them excellent candidates for entry-level construction positions. Whether you want to learn construction basics or develop an existing skillset, the GCTC will give you marketable skills you need to advance your 6 career in construction.

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Fun That Makes Good Sense!

Student Groups at CDT

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will enhance classroom curriculum in the areas of music, theatre and dance, allowing students to experience, respond to and critique live performance. • Complimentary backstage tours! • Study guide materials available on CDT website to aid teachers in lesson planning Special rates for student groups for most performances! An Excellent Value for Choirs, Bands, Dance Teams or Class Trips

Opens February 27!

Group Sales: 952-934-1547 800-355-6273 groupsales@ ChanhassenDT.com P.O. Box 100, Chanhassen, MN 55317

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C h a n h a s s e n D T. c o m

EXPERIENCE, LEARN AND BE ENTERTAINED

BY THE BEST IN TOURING BROADWAY PRODUCTIONS AND MORE AT THE ORPHEUM, STATE AND PANTAGES THEATRES! BROADWAY RE-IMAGINED

COMING SOON – TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW OLIVER! Broadway Re-Imagined with Theater Latté Da FEBRUARY 4 – MARCH 1 • PANTAGES THEATRE

PIPPIN

FEBRUARY 17–22 • ORPHEUM THEATRE

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST MARCH 10–15 • ORPHEUM THEATRE

ANNIE

MARCH 31 – APRIL 5 • ORPHEUM THEATRE

JERSEY BOYS

APRIL 28 – MAY 3 • ORPHEUM THEATRE

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JUNE 23–28 • STATE THEATRE

KINKY BOOTS

JULY 28 – AUGUST 2 • ORPHEUM THEATRE Visit www.hennepintheatretrust.org for full schedule of shows.

The NEW 2015–2016 season will be announced in early February – stay tuned!

STUDENT GROUP TICKET BENEFITS:

• Special discount prices for students, educators and chaperones • Reserve now and pay later with your final ticket count • Study Guides, theatre tours and show Q & A talk-backs • Fundraising opportunities – ask us how!

We look forward to hosting you and your students this year!

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NATIVE AMERICAN WORKSHOPS, CAMPS and TOURS Native American Indian culture workshops and heritage presentations… culture, drumming, dance, pipes, and much more. Keepers is a non-profit Native American Indian organization. We believe it is important to preserve each tribe’s unique art & culture for future generations.

TAKE OUR GUIDED TOUR OF THE PIPESTONE NATIONAL MONUMENT

Come visit the Crossroads of Native America… a very unique national park. Feel the energy and listen to the history of this special place. Hear stories of how pipestone is used and journeys it has made around the world. Talk to people who have worked to quarry the pipestone and see how much work it is to get out of its resting place inside mother earth. Everything on mother earth is sacred… we will show you how to walk with respect and care. All ages.

AMERICAN INDIAN HISTORY, CULTURE & HERITAGE PRESENTATIONS & WORKSHOPS We do customized presentations in schools and at events around the nation that include storytelling, demonstrations, tribal history and culture. We also offer workshops on pipestone carving, beadwork, native foods for all age groups. We can customize a program to meet education standards for your school, homeschool co-op, scouts or youth group.

CULTURE CAMP FIELD TRIPS

Experience Early American Indian Culture Bring your class (k-12), scout group, or youth group on a custom-tailored field trip to our Culture Camp where you and your group can sleep overnight in a tipi, eat native foods (examples include: bison, wild rice, corn, beans, squash and local fish)… learning & experiencing first-hand our tribal culture.

PRESENTATIONS:

WORKSHOPS:

• The Story of the Pipestone National Monument • Pipestone Pipes • History of Pipestone • Storytelling • Roles of Women • Wild Plant Uses • Family Life • Tribal Life Today • Growing up Indian • Tribal People Spirituality

• Pipe Making • Beadwork • Pine Needle Baskets • Leather Clothing • Pipe Bags • Beaded Bags • Pipestone Carving • Finger Weaving • Dream Catchers • Decorating a Model Tipi

Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers • Culture Camp

400 North Hiawatha Avenue • Pipestone, MN 56164 • 507-825-3734 • www.pipekeepers.org

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surround yourself with options From fashionistas to fun seekers to food lovers, Mall of America速 has something for everyone to enjoy with 520 stores, over 50 restaurants and attractions galore! Book a group experience and see why over 12,000 groups visit Mall of America annually. Student presentations, physics program in Nickelodeon Universe, scavenger hunts and youth group rates on attractions tickets are all available.

For more details on Mall of America tourism please call 952.883.8643

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YOU WON’T MISS A BEAT IN MINNEAPOLIS NORTHWEST Notable experiences are made in our multiple cities with endless possibilities!

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STRIKINGLY GOOD FUN!

change your frame of mind

ENJOY OUR SCRATCH KITCHEN MENU INSPIRED BY SEASONAL INGREDIENTS & PREPARED BY SKILLED CHEFS WHILE ENJOYING ACTIVITIES

BOOK OUR PRIVATE EVENT ROOMS, BOCCE BALL AND BOWLING FOR GRADUATIONS, FIELD TRIPS, SENIOR PARTIES, HOMECOMING DINNERS, REUNIONS & MORE! PACKAGES FOR 10-300PPL, STARTING AT $15 PER PERSON

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A Broadway revue with a sense of humor!

Delightful!

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Created By:

Jennifer Eckes Judi Gronseth Kevin Werner Hohlstein Timm Holmly

Breakout Hit from the 2012 Fringe Festival!

Laughout-loud brilliance!

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When the show ends, you’ll want more!

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A romp through Broadway’s tunes with witty writing plus, a great mix of tonguein-cheek humor and trivia!

Perfect for middle school and high school students!

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Learning Through

BASEBAll With the Minnesota tWins Proudly sponsored by Target

HIgH ScHOOl, cOllEgE & AdulT

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Art Heroes Math Science Women in Baseball

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• Marketing • Athletic training • Careers in Sports

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• Baseball from the Bench (scorekeeping)

y Language Arts y Baseball from the Bench (scorekeeping)

FOR MORE INFORMATION: twinsbaseball.com/tours education@twinsbaseball.com • 612-659-3878

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PUT YOUR GROUP IN THE SPOTLIGHT ON THE UPPER MIDWEST’S BIGGEST STAGE!

Build team work and discipline as you showcase your marching band, choir, dance or cheer group with a Performance in the Park at Valleyfair.

Captivate guests at Midway Stage, a high profile venue unlike any other that can accommodate performances of all styles.

For more information or to reserve your performance date, visit valleyfair.com/performance or contact our Group Sales Department at 952.496.5331.

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DULUTH Big city aattractions with a small-town feel

Make memories, educate, have fun – all by the greatest of the Great Lakes, Lake Superior.

Duluth has attractions and lodging that work for any size group and Visit Duluth will help you create a lasting memory – all at no charge to you.

Call or visit us online.

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spectacular BEAUTY, remarkable ARTS AND CULTURE, outdoor ADVENTURE

WINONA'S REMARKABLE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT We’re all about discovery, with one-of-a-kind learning opportunities that fascinate, educate and inspire.

WINONA COUNTY HISTORY CENTER

mmam.org 507.474.6626

Access great art and the Winona Foundation Bus Fund! This celebrated collection includes works of Picasso, Matisse, Van Gogh, O’Keeffe and Monet

winonahistory.org 507.454.2723

Where history never stops Local connections to your past through tours and activities to fit your grade’s social studies standards. Offering field trip grants!

WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY Interpretive Center & Classroom

Chris Mixon, Hamlet, GRSF 2014

grsf.org 507.474.7900

Shakespeare for everyone!

Acclaimed performances, events, workshops and hands-on programs.

June 24–August 2, 2015 Photo credit: Michal Daniel

winona.edu/boat 507.457.2628

A floating classroom Research and education on the history, environment, folklore, arts and economics of the Mississippi River

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Surprising activities that get

your students into LIFE!

Questions? For information and free help planning, call the Worthington CVB at 800-279-2919 or go to: www.worthingtonmnchamber.com

Educational and Fun!

WORTHINGTON INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Celebrate the many colorful peoples who live & work among us at the annual International Festival in downtown Worthington. See (and buy!) crafting of many cultures and watch authentic performances from around the world. Explore and be adventurous as you try foods loved by the families who eat them daily right next door to us! Enjoy music that has sounded out through the generations - some of it long before we arrived! www.worthingtoninternationalfestival.org THE WORTHINGTON WINDSURFING REGATTA & UNVARNISHED MUSIC FESTIVAL Featuring the 2015 United States. Windsurfing National Championships! Experience world class racing and a close audience! An incredibly fun event! And we haven’t even begun to talk about the excitement of our totally unique music festival with talent from all over the country! On beautiful Lake Okabena. www.worthingtonwindsurfing.com SPOMER CLASSICS MUSEUM - SEE HOW IT WAS DONE… THEN! For students interested in marketing, advertising and design.

See more than 300 advertising specialty items, automobile memorabilia, implements, oil, gas, and more from an era long past. Appreciate the lost art of porcelain and neon signs and clocks - all restored and in working order. Also on display are pedal cars and even 20-30 classic cars in beautiful condition. www.spomerclassics.com

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NOBLES COUNTY ART CENTER THE ANNUAL STUDENT ART SHOW Every year student-created artwork is displayed from area middle and high schools as well as the Area Learning Center. Students of other area schools are also invited to participate in this very popular art show. Student groups and art classes are invited to visit our popular March event and also tour the Art Center.

“There has been a wealth of information available to us through this program that we would not be aware of, otherwise. We are in South Dakota, so it is quite feasible for our Crew to travel a few hours to utilize so many of the programs offered. Both the website and the email updates are great, and as a result, we are now in the process of planning a 'Snorkeling with the Sharks' trip @ Sea Life Aquarium at MOA. We even recruited more Scouts & Leaders just on the idea of doing that trip! Thank you for such an awesome resource!”

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