Minnesota's Digital Field Trip Guide

FREE Winter 2011 Spring 2011 Summer 2011 Fall 2011

Issue Two

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

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Field Trip Destinations

• Attractions

• Festivals/Events

• Great Outdoors/ELC’s

• Camps (Day and Residential)

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Presenters/Programs for your group

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Travel & Meeting Services & Support • Convention & Visitor Bureaus 83 • Hotels/Restaurants/Resorts

89 • Motorcoaches/Buses

93 Fundraising

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This Field Trip Guide is for: - Teachers and Educators - Community Ed Activity Coordinators - Scout Leaders (Boy & Girl) - Homeschool Parents & Co-op Leaders - Church Youth Group Leaders - Youth Organization Leaders - Activity Directors & Coordinators - Camp Directors & Activities Staff

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MASTER INDEX - Alphabetical

LOCATION INDEX - Alphabetical by region

Amazing Jeffo • South Saint Paul

80-81 Base Camp • Fort Snelling, Saint Paul

4-5, 68-69 Big Island Rendezvous • Albert Lea

54-55 Cathedral of Saint Paul • Saint Paul

6-7 Chanhassen Dinner Theatres • TC

10-11 ChanDT Musical Theatre Camp • TC

70-71 Chaos Water Park/Action City • Eau Claire

8-9 Childrens Theatre Company • Minneapolis

12-13 Dine & Discounts • Woodbury

98-99 Faribault Area Tourism • Faribault

14-15, 84-85 FarmAmerica • Waseca

16-17 Festival of Nations • Saint Paul

56-57 Greater Midwest Fund Raising • Lakeville

100-101 Historic Theatre Group • Mpls

18-19 History Theater • Saint Paul

20-21 ITOW Museum • Perham

22-23 Mall of America • Bloomington

24-25 Metropolis Resort • Eau Claire

90-91 MN Discovery Center • Chisholm

26-27 MN Renaissance Festival • Shakopee

58-59 National Eagle Center • Wabasha

28-29 Native American Culture Camp • Pipestone 30-31 Old Log Theater • Excelsior

32-33 Owatonna Area Tourism • Owatonna 34-35, 86-87 Richfield Bus Company • Bloomington

94-95 Science Museum of Minnesota • Saint Paul

36-37 Target Center • Minneapolis

38-39 Vertical Endeavors • Saint Paul / Duluth

40-41 Voyageurs National Park • Int’l Falls

42-43, 62-63 Wabasha Street Caves • Saint Paul

44-45 Water Park of America • Bloomington

46-47 Wolf Ridge ELC • Finland

48-49, 64-65 YMCA Camp St Crois • Hudson

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Southeastern Minnesota

Big Island Rendezvous • Albert Lea

Faribault Area Tourism • Faribault

FarmAmerica • Waseca

National Eagle Center • Wabasha

Owatonna Area Tourism • Owatonna

Southwestern Minnesota

Native American Culture Camp• Pipestone

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Northwestern Minnesota ITOW Museum • Perham

Northeastern Minnesota

MN Discovery Center • Chisholm

Vertical Endeavors • Duluth

Voyageurs National Park • Int’l Falls

Wolf Ridge ELC • Finland, MN

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40-41 42-43, 62-63 48-49, 64-65

Twin Cities Amazing Jeffo • South Saint Paul

80-81 Base Camp • Fort Snelling, Saint Paul

4-5, 68-69 Cathedral of Saint Paul • Saint Paul

6-7 Chanhassen Dinner Theatres • TC

10-11 ChanDT Musical Theatre Camp • TC

70-71 Childrens Theatre Company • Minneapolis

12-13 Dine & Discounts • Woodbury

98-99 Festival of Nations • Saint Paul

56-57 Greater Midwest Fundraising • Lakeville

100-101 Historic Theatre Group • Minneapolis

18-19 History Theatre • Saint Paul

20-21 Mall of America • Bloomington

24-25 MN Renaissance Festival • Shakopee

58-59 Old Log Theater • Excelsior

32-33 Richfield Bus Company • Bloomington

94-95 Science Museum of MN • Saint Paul

36-37 Target Center • Minneapolis

38-39 Vertical Endeavors • Saint Paul

40-41 Wabasha Street Caves • Saint Paul

44-45 Water Park of America • Bloomington

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28-29 34-35, 86-87

Chaos Water Park/Action City • Eau Claire, WI 8-9 Metropolis Resort • Eau Claire, WI

90-91 YMCA Camp St Crois • Hudson, WI

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Attractions Base Camp • Fort Snelling • Saint Paul

Cathedral of Saint Paul • Saint Paul Chaos Water Park/Action City • Eau Claire, WI Chanhassen Dinner Theatres • Chanhassen Childrens Theatre Company • Minneapolis Faribault Tourism • Faribault FarmAmerica • Waseca Historic Theatre Group • Minneapolis

History Theater • Saint Paul ITOW Museum • Perham

Mall of America • Bloomington MN Discovery Center • Chisholm National Eagle Center • Wabasha Native American Culture Camp • Pipestone Old Log Theater • Excelsior Owatonna Tourism • Owatonna Science Museum of Minnesota • Saint Paul Target Center • Minneapolis Vertical Endeavors • Saint Paul / Duluth Voyageurs National Park • International Falls Wabasha Street Caves • Saint Paul Water Park of America • Bloomington National Eagle Center Wabasha, MN

Wolf Ridge ELC • Finland, MN YMCA Camp St Croix • Hudson, WI

Northern Star Council of the Boy Scouts of America wel‐ comes all young people to Base Camp, the first‐of‐its kind urban program facility in the newly renovated hip‐ podrome at historic Fort Snelling.

Base Camp offers fun and exciting interactive programs.

It brings Scouting’s non‐formal, experiential educational approach right into the heart of the city.

Schools, faith based youth groups and all youth organi‐ zations can take advantage of the unique program op‐ portunities the Base Camp facility provides. Utilizing 3,500 square feet within the renovated 1907 former Cavalry Drill Hall, Base Camp features include:

 Indoor bouldering and natural stone climbing wall (60 person simultaneous capacity, modeled after the rocks of Taylors Falls)  Outdoor climbing towers including year‐round “ice‐ climbing”  Indoor and outdoor high ropes/confidence course  NASA space shuttle simulator (one of only eight in the U.S.)  Indoor Amphitheatre with full computer/video sup‐ port and seating for 200  Indoor archery range  Catering kitchen and refrigerator space for lunches

Base Camp reflects the council’s vision of having a posi‐ tive influence on all young people within its service area, not just Scouting members. The Northern Star Council developed Base Camp to be the starting point for greater adventures and personal growth and as a means to achieve its mission of building character and confidence.

School Groups Teachers can connect their classroom learning to a new kind of experiential education. Base Camp staff will assist teachers in meeting their classroom objec‐ tives.

Tied to Minnesota State Educational Standards are 7 age‐specific (grades 3‐4, 5‐6, & 7‐8) curriculum strands:  Team Building (e.g. Bully prevention)  Environmental Science  History  Aviation  Physical Fit‐ ness (e.g. Cy‐ cling)  Outdoor Skills  Leadership & Character

Youth Groups Here are just a few examples of ways youth groups can utilize Base Camp:  Rent a room for a meeting, and schedule the climbing wall, ropes course or space simulator  Hold banquets, program planning workshops, training courses or retreats  Workshops  Lock‐ins for overnight fun and learning  Teambuilding for youth leadership on the climb‐ ing walls, high and low challenge courses  Utilize the Resource Library to plan a high ad‐ venture trip Surrounding Area Program Opportunities Take advantage of surrounding areas Use Base Camp as a home base to :  Plan a bike trip that starts and ends at Base Camp, using the extensive trail system nearby, using Base Camp Bikes or your own  Hike and nearby trails of Fort Snelling State Park, which includes a swimming beach and na‐ ture interpretive center  Extend your hike to the nearby 14,000 acres of public lands bordering the Minnesota and Mis‐ sissippi Rivers including Minnehaha Falls Park and the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Cen‐

Costs School group rates for Base Camp opportunities are $15 for full days. Weekday and evening meet‐ ing room rentals and full meeting rentals are also available. Full details are on the website.: www.ExploreBaseCamp.org.

Reservations Visit www.ExploreBaseCamp.org for complete de‐ tails or call the Base Camp Reservations Hotline at 612‐767‐0042

Location 201 Bloomington Road, Fort Snelling, MN 55111 Base Camp is located off of Highway 55 and Bloomington Road in Fort Snelling, MN, 1/3 of a mile from the Fort Snelling Light Rail station.

Base Camp is owned and operated by: Northern Star Council Boy Scouts of America, 393 Marshall Ave, St Paul, MN 55102; 763‐231‐7201; www.NorthernStarBSA.org

A focal point of the Cathedral’s interior is the Sanctuary Dome which features the Holy Spirit surrounded by angels representing the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Find treasu The Cathedral has one of the few life-size replicas of Michelangelo’s Pietá in North America. Thanks to a generous donor, the sculpture is now on permanent display.

CATHEDRAL OF SAINT PAUL ~ 239 Selby Avenue ~ Saint Paul, MN 55102 651-228-1766 ~ www.cathedralsaintpaul.org

ures both human and divine CATHEDRAL HOURS: Doors are open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

TOURS: Guided tours year round Monday through Friday at 1 p.m. except Holy Days and civil holidays. No appointment necessary. Meet in the center aisle near the main altar. Self-guided booklets are available for purchase in the brochure racks and in the Welcome Center on the lower level. Group Tour reservations are recommended. Private tours may be arranged; call 651-228-1766 or e-mail tours@cathedralsaintpaul.org. A suggested donation of $2 for an adult and $1 for a child will help us care for the upkeep of this irreplaceable landmark; however, no one will be turned away. Parking is free.

LOCATION: 239 Selby Avenue, at the corner of Summit Avenue and John Ireland Boulevard, on Cathedral Hill overlooking downtown St. Paul.

The Cathedral is one of the greatest architectural masterpieces in our nation. It enshrines priceless mosaics from the Vatican as well as windows and sculptures by some of the greatest American artists of the past century: • Beaux Art design by French architect Emmanuel Masqueray.

• Cornerstone laid in 1907 under the direction of Archbishop John Ireland.

If you would like to help in the • First Mass celebrated on Palm Sunday March 28, 1915. preservation of this great monument • Added to the National Register of Historic Buildings in 1974. of faith and culture, contact the • Designated as the National Shrine of the Apostle Paul in 2009.

Cathedral Heritage Foundation at In addition to its religious significance, the Cathedral serves as a patron of the arts & culture. Here are a few examples: • Annual concerts include: the Minnesota Orchestra, VocalEssence, the University of Minnesota choirs, as well as international ensembles such as King’s College Choir and Westminster Cathedral Choir.

• Cathedral Family Day, held the first Sunday in March, is a festive community open house.

• On-going collaborations with national and state historical preservation organizations.

Cathedral of Saint Paul Xcel Energy Center

651.357.1325 or visit cathedralheritagefoundation.org/donate.

Minnesota Orchestra conductor Osmo Vanska warms up his musicians before a concert in the Cathedral.

A community-based charitable organization dedicated to the preservation of the Cathedral of Saint Paul and the fostering of its cultural programs. cathedralheritagefoundation.org

METROPOLIS RESORT FEATURING ACTION CITY & CHAOS WATER PARK

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features all the activities students love without all the work you hate. Join us any week day for discounted school rates and packages. Play at Action City, Chaos Indoor Water Park or both.

YOU decide. Plus, you can add pizza and soda to any package.

Score an A+ by bringing your school to Western Wisconsin’s ONLY resort.

Featuring the fastest go karts in the Midwest, indoor water slides, more than 100 of the most popular arcade games and so much more.

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Chaos Indoor Water Park

Created to train the next generation of Super Heroes. Chaos has endless ways to thrill, explore and discover your ultra-human strengths in a comic book themed waterpark. Scream down slides at lightning speed, unlock mysteries in many interactive zones and discover things few others will.

Action City Family Fun Center The only place of its kind in Western Wisconsin. Action City has 55,000 square feet of games, rides, sports and great food, plus outdoor adventures.

ACTION CITY & CHAOS INDOOR WATER PARK ATTRACTIONS Indoor Go-Karts Batting Cages Climbing Wall Bumper Cars Laser Tag

Mini-Golf Adventure Maze Sprint Cars Bandit Cars Arcade Games

3 Water Slides Lazy River Hot Tub Activity Pools Ropes Course

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3-4 hours at Action City AND 3-4 hours at Chaos Water Park

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Available Sunday-Friday; No Saturdays. Minimum of 20 people required. Must present tax ID number during booking. Payment in one lump sum in form of a check or credit card.

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2011-2012 Student Matinee Season

Now On Sale!

Plan your Field Trip now to Children’s Theatre Company!

CTC offers award-winning educational experiences that bring a variety of literary gems to life for young people.

Our 2011-12 season is filled with world premiere original works, blockbuster musicals, CTC classics and cutting edge creations. This season promises something new, something powerful, something classic, and something fun for audiences of all ages.

Now attending a professional theatre performance is more affordable than ever! Tickets prices for students start at only $7 ($10 for holiday). CTC also offers additional Ticket and Transportation Subsidies.

CTC Supporting Educators: Educator Curriculum Guides for each production, complete with curriculum recommendations and activities (available Spring 2011) Post-show Artist Talk Backs Educator Preview Nights provide educators with hands-on workshops, sample curricula, access to Teaching Artists, plus an opportunity to preview the production before bringing your class On-site lunch facilities at no additional cost An ASL/AD Performance is available for each production

For more information on school groups please contact schoolgroupsales@childrenstheatre.org or call 612.872.5166.

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Faribault

From its beginnings, Faribault has consistently gained national recognition as an educational center. This is due in large measure to the efforts of Bishop Henry Whipple who developed the first Cathedral in the United States in Faribault and also developed a system of interrelated churches and schools. Because of Faribault’s history and what it continues to provide, Faribault is known as the "Athens of the West".

Faribault is blessed to have 43 individual properties that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, making it the most historically honored city in Minnesota outside of the Twin Cities. Faribault is also honored to have: the 750 acre River Bend Nature Center with Interpretive Center inside city limits, 8 nearby lakes and Faribault Dairy which produces some of the best blue cheese in the world.

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Faribault EnErgy Park Faribault Energy Park creates electrical energy, but it also serves as a working educational classroom about energy and the environment to better understand energy generation, especially environmentally friendly ways to generate electricity. The facility is an attractive, approachable campus, including public access to walking, fishing, bird watching and other recreational activities - hence the name: Faribault Energy Park.

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Shattuck-St. Mary’S School & StEM School

Shattuck-St. Mary’s has earned the reputation internationally as one of the top college preparatory schools in the world. The school provides a rigorous academic, arts and athletics programs—fosters excellence, self-confidence and wellroundedness. SSM graduates go on to excel at premier colleges and universities. In 2011, Shattuck-St. Mary’s has built its first new academic building on campus in more than 80 year’s – Fairfield Hall.

Fairfield Hall will house the school’s STEM (science, neering and math) classes and its STEM Academy, which is an o engage students throughout the region in STEM activities. rs and kids of all ages are welcome to come and explore this ol and its new STEM Academy.

thE MinnESota StatE acadEMy for thE dEaf (MSad) & Blind (MSaB) The Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf (MSAD) enrolled its first student in 1863 and the Academy for the Blind in 1866. Both schools take pride in a rich tradition of serving the educational, social and emotional needs of deaf/blind and hard of hearing/seeing students throughout the state of Minnesota. Both schools are located on majestic campuses that feature historic limestone buildings nestled among mature oak and maple trees along a circular drive. Both schools offer opportunities to come and see how their unique education systems allow them to teach their students.

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To schedule an educational tour Usually as many as 4-5 selected days are available in late September/early October and 7-9 dates are available in May. To get on our mailing list, contact the Farmamerica office at least 2 months in advance to assure availability. Special arrangements can be made for older youth and adults at other times during the school year and summers. Refer to the fee schedule posted on the Farmamerica website.

Farmamerica is located at 7367 360th Ave, Waseca, Minnesota.

It is just 4 miles west of Waseca and 20 miles east of Mankato, just 1.5 miles south of US HWY 14 on CR 17/CR 2. You can get more information about Farmamerica by visiting the website: http://www.farmamerica.org . Phone: 507-835-2052 or email: farmamer@hickorytech.net.

Complimentary School Tour from the drawing at the conference you are attending) will be available for one school up to a maximum of 40 students and 10 teachers/chaperones. This will include their orientation and educational program for one day. Schools who win this tour must make contact with the Farmamerica office within 30 days to be put on the list for future scheduling and communications. These tours will be held in conjunction with the School Tours program already in place. There is no monetary refund for any tours not taken within a twelve month period from time of selection, the duration of this offer. Standard admission for children at Farmamerica is $5 and $7 for adults. This offer has a value of approximately $270.00.

Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center * 7367 360th Ave. * Waseca, MN 56093 Phone: (507) 835-2052 * Fax� (507) 835-2053 * www.farmamerica.org

SCHOOL TOURS at the Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center You are invited to bring your students to Farmamerica for an exciting time travel from the settlement of the Minnesota prairie to the present. Students will learn about the life early farmers and their families faced even before Minnesota became a state and as their settlements grew and ‘modern’ technologies helped them improve the quality of life in rural areas.

The ‘school tours’ program at Farmamerica already involves over 40 public and private schools from Roseville and Rochester to Albert Lea, Fairmont, New Ulm, Hutchinson and in between.

School tour programs generally run from 9:45 am to 2:00 pm and allow most schools as far away as 75 miles to do the day at Farmamerica after the kids arrive at school in the morning and return prior to bus departure at the end of the day. Others may need to allow more time by starting from home earlier and planning on a later return.

Kids bring their own lunches, including beverages. 30-40 minutes are scheduled into the day’s activities to break for lunch. Students must be chaperoned and school home clearly identified.

Specific tour schedules for the day are sent out in advance so that kids and chaperones can prepare for their experience, including riding the ‘time travelers’ (tractor drawn trams) from site to site. Teachers receive a packet of materials, including evaluation form, at the conclusion of the Farmamerica experience.

Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center * 7367 360th Ave. * Waseca, MN 56093 Phone: (507) 835-2052 * Fax” (507) 835-2053 * www.farmamerica.org

STUDENT AND EDUCATOR DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!

GROUPS CAN SAVE OVER 50% LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Oct 18–23, 2011

LES MISÉRABLES Dec 6–18, 2011

DISNEY’S THE LION KING Jan 11–Feb 12, 2012

AMERICAN IDIOT* Feb 21–26, 2012

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Mar 27–Apr 1, 2012

BLUE MAN GROUP June 15–24, 2012 SEASON SPECIAL

MAMMA MIA! Apr 24–29, 2012 * AMERICAN IDIOT contains adult content and strong language

Photos: Scenes from the Berkeley Rep and Original Broadway productions of American Idiot (by Paul Kolnik and Doug Hamilton); Photos: Blue Man Group National Tour (by Paul Kolnik); The Tree of Life from THE LION KING National Tour. ©Disney (by Joan Marcus); Original Broadway cast member Eddie Clendening as Elvis Presley in Million Dollar Quartet (by Joan Marcus)

GROUP BENEFITS

We have special perks just for you!

Personalized and Friendly Service Enjoying the best that Broadway has to offer is made easy with our expert service and flexible payment options.

AMERICAN IDIOT BLUE MAN GROUP

Priority Seating Broadway’s biggest blockbusters are hitting the road and your group can be the first in line for tickets! Group leaders have access to tickets before they go on sale to the general public.

Great Discounts Groups of 10+ can save 20% on tickets to most shows and groups of 50+ are eligible for even deeper discounts!

Ask for specific pricing and about new offers this season*, including expanded discounts for student and senior groups and special weekend pricing! *Please note that not all the shows included have group discounts available.

Educational Tools Visit our website at www.HennepinTheatreTrust.org/GroupSales to request educational materials, seating charts, bus and parking information. Ask us about scheduling a Q&A session for your student group with members of the show’s cast and crew.

DISNEY’S THE LION KING

CONTACT US phone 612.373.5665 email MinneapolisGroups@BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com web HennepinTheatreTrust.org Use our online reservation form to make your request anytime, day or night!

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Brining a Group of Students You and your students will be greeted at the bus and taken to your seats Post-show discussions are included after morning matinee performance Play guides, curricula specific for each show, and promotional materials, available upon request or found at our website http://www.historytheatre.com/education Accessibility & Services http://www.historytheatre.com/about/accessibility/ Directions and dining guide (PDF): Many restaurants are located within three blocks of the theatre Theatre etiquette guide (PDF): You will be responsible for ensuring that your students are on their best behavior before, during of after the performance.

Adrift on the Mississippi– Feb 10-27, 2011 Told through memories, prayers, and spirituals, Adrift on the Mississippi is the true story of Reverend Robert Hickman who led a group of slaves out of Missouri, up the river on a raft to Minnesota in search of freedom. They made their way to St. Paul and founded the first Black church in Minnesota.

Tale of Twin Cities– March 12-April 3, 2011 Beloved Minnesota storyteller Kevin Kling teams up with local singer-songwriter Simone Perrin to spin some yarns and sing some tunes exploring the sometimes loving, sometimes tumultuous, often hysterical shared histories of our sibling cities: Minneapolis and St. Paul.

American As Curry Pie– March 17– April 3, 2011 We’ve all felt like we didn’t fit in, whether we grew up in our hometown or moved to a new country when we were 6. For Aamera Siddiqui, growing up as an immigrant in the United States was a balancing act between her Indian heritage and her American surroundings. Aamera’s world consisted of one country inside the four walls of her family’s home and another country outside those walls. Curried peas and hot dogs, Catholic school uniforms and colorful saris, Urdu and English all blended and bounced off one another to shape Aamera’s identity. Told with honesty and humor, American as Curry Pie is one woman’s story about immigration, assimilation, and discovering what it means to be an American.

Buddy-The Buddy Holly Story– April 30-May 22, 2011 Part biography, part rock ‘n’ roll concert, this is the musical retelling of the life and times of Buddy Holly from his meteoric rise to stardom to the unforgettable concert in Clear Lake, Iowa. Featuring nearly two dozen hit songs including “Peggy Sue,” “Oh Boy!” “Rave On,” and “That’ll Be the Day.”

To order your tickets today Call Adrift on the Mississippi Jill Vaughn, Group Sales and Tale of Twin Cities Manager are supported in part by and award from 651-292-4230 or email jvaughn@historytheatre.com History Theatre 30 E Tenth St St. Paul, MN 55101

Education at the History Theatre History Theatre provides education groups with a unique opportunity to explore history, social issues, and professional contemporary theatre through engaging live performances and educational resources. Our artists bring the stories to life on our stage and our staff provides the supporting materials that help educators bring the connections to life in the classroom.

From post-show discussions to play guides to in-class artist residencies, History Theatre provides opportunities for students in grades 4-12 and college to be engaged on many levels with the people and events that have shaped the history of Minnesota, the Midwest, and America.

For more information about the resources that are available for educators please contact Jill Vaughn, Group Sales Manager, by email jvaughn@historytheatre.com or call 651.292.4320.

All productions meet the following education benchmarks Language Arts Demonstrate how literary works reflect the historical contexts that shaped them.

Read, analyze and critique dramatic selections by comparing and contrasting ways in which character, scene, dialogue and staging contribute to the theme and the dramatic effect.

Theater Consider actors’ approaches to performing their characters and if those approaches support the expression of the play’s meaning.

Explore significance of the play; compare/contrast with other works, describe historical/cultural significance style and genre; identify purpose or function of selected play Media Arts Understand the connection between media arts and other disciplines outside the arts.

Convenience: Mall of America is easy to reach just off interstate 494 in Bloomington, MN (just 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul). School buses use the dedicated drop-off/pick-up area at the north entrance where our representatives will greet you to begin your activity.

Variety: The Mall of America offers invaluable experiences for field trips: student group programs, retail (520 stores), attractions (amusement park, aquarium, miniature golf and more), restaurants (large selection of fast food options) and entertainment (over 400 free events each year; view upcoming events at www.mallofamerica.com and click “events calendar”).

Value: We will work with you to stretch your field trip budgets with group discounts on presentations, tickets, meals, free bus parking and other services. Don’t let a tight budget keep you from experiencing your next school trip at Mall of America!

Accommodations: If your trip involves overnight lodging, choose from 37 quality Bloomington hotels within 10 minutes of the Mall. All hotels offer free shuttle service to Mall of America and MSP International Airport. Visit www.moaspecialoffers.com for discounted lodging packages.

One-Stop Planning: Mall of America Tourism is a one-stop call to plan all aspects of field trips or special school events.

For more information or to book your next school trip, contact: Romy Ecker Phone: 952-883-8499 Fax: 952-883-8803 Email: recker@mallofamerica.com

Romy Ecker- Tourism Account Representative Mall of America 60 E. Broadway Bloomington, MN 55425

Mall of America® is the place for School Trips!

Education: Student Presentations: Learn about history and behind-the-scenes business and marketing aspects that go into maintaining the nation’s largest shopping mall and entertainment center. Students are invited to participate in discussion and learn about job opportunities within Mall of America.

Presentations can be customized to meet the needs of your class curriculum including subjects such as fashion, retail, small business, security/law enforcement, engineering, and others.

Time: 60 minutes; Cost: $6.50/person. Includes Mall of America coupon book ($9.95 value).

Mallquest Scavenger Hunts: Experience a fun and informative scavenger hunt to find as many correct stores, attractions and products as possible with your classmates in 60 minutes. A fun teambuilding activity! Scavenger hunts can be in combination with the student presentation or a separate activity.

Time: 60 minutes Cost: $7-11 per student depending on group size; Student Presentation/Mallquest combo: $12.95 per student. Includes Mall of America coupon book ($9.95 value). *Visit www.mallofamerica.com/guests/tour to download your reservation form and reserve your date for presentations and scavenger hunts.

Physics Program: 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 amusement park.

Time: 3 hours; Cost: free, must purchase 3-hour ride wristbands for a minimum group size of 10.

Performance: Great Room: The Great Room at Mall of America features a stage and seating for up to 300 people.

Located in the heart of Nickelodeon Universe, this is the perfect place to hold your next band or choir competition.

Rotunda: From cheerleading to concerts, the Rotunda at Mall of America a great location to attract a large audience and showcase your performance.

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We can help create an experience for your class or group large or small‌Everything from storytelling and lectures to dance presentations and workshops‌ at our location or yours. The Culture camp incorporates presentations, workshops, storytelling and lectures in a primitive camping experience. Stay in a tipi overnight and eat traditional American Indian foods when you attend our culture Camp.

Here we set up Here we set up a tipi for a school, introduced the kids to a little Pow Wow style music , dance and then did storytelling with a little History about tribal life 200 years ago thrown in. This presentation ran 45 minutes for each class.

This group was looking to learn a little more about their tribal ways by creating a pipestone pipe at our store in Pipestone. We spent two days carving and sanding. As with all our workshops important cultural information and a tour of the quarries were part of the learning. Smaller projects such as carving arrowheads can be done in about an hour.

Drumming and singing is always a fun way to introduce a culture to children and adults alike.

Everyone here went away with a new understanding of music.

After a workshop our students learn more about what they have created and share some ideas. This was a weekend long pipemaking class done in Switzerland. Evening lectures on tribal histories and stories about the Pipestone Quarries were part of the workshop.

Keepers PO Box 24 Pipestone, MN. 56164 * www.pipekeepers.org * pipe@iw.net * 507-825-3734

St ep B a c k In T im e a n d E x per ien c e O u r T r ib a l H ist o r y I am Bud Johnston Ojibewa I have been learning about my tribal culture all my life. My Grandpa was a spiritual man for my people my grandmother a healer. I was taught to always be proud of my tribal heritage. I feel it is important to share this pride and my culture with others. As a storyteller I can share my history and culture in the same way it was traditional passed on through Origin Stories. (Bud’s cell phone 605-595-5229) I am Rona Johnston Cherokee I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and have been sharing my rich tribal culture with children for more than 20 years. I am an artist and have done everything from making traditional regalia, to beadwork, to carving, drawing and painting. (Rona’s cell phone 605-376-5712)

Ideas for workshop and options for the culture camps These or similar activities can be tailored for your group depending on age and group size.

Workshops under 1 hour Workshop taking several hours Pipestone Carving a small item like arrowhead Making Dream Catchers Making a medicine bag Beaded Animals made into charms/earrings Field trip to Identify Native Plants Introduction Drumming and singing Introduction Native American Indian Dance

Pipestone Carving a pipe Making a Hand drum Making a Pipe bag or large leather bag Making Moccasins or other clothing Learning to Identify Native Plants Wrap quillwork a strip Any style of beadwork

Presentations and demonstrations Storytelling Native American Indian Dance styles History of Early tribal housing styles History of Native American Indian Clothing History of Pipestone Quarries Demonstrating Pipestone carving History & meaning of beads and decorations Indian Removal and reservation period What does it mean to be Indian Today What was it like to live in a tipi Demonstrating Beadwork Demonstrating Quillwork Demonstrating sweet grass basket making Native American Indian contributions to the world Keepers PO Box 24 Pipestone MN. 56164 * www.pipekeepers.org * pipe@iw.net * 507-825-3734

Field Trips

Village of Yesteryear www.steelecohistoricalsociety.org

507-451-1420 | Open: May 1 – September 30 | Suggested Curriculum: History Tour Time: 1-2 Hours Experience what life was like in Owatonna at the turn of the 20th Century at the Village of Yesteryear. Presented by the Steele County Historical Society, the 15 structure site has become a landmark in the county and a historic treasure. The Village of Yesteryear features two log cabins, railroad station and a caboose from Steele County, general store/post office, fire station, farm machinery building, blacksmith shop, country school, Dunnell mansion, and the St. Wenceslaus of Moravia Church. The buildings are furnished according to the time they were built, and are connected by a boardwalk.

Steele County History Center www.steelecohistoricalsociety.org

507-451-1420 | Suggested Curriculum: History | Tour Time: 1-2 Hours Our goal with the new History Center is to make history come alive, connecting us all with the past – to see and learn from how people really lived. We have greatly expanded our capacity to stage quality educational programs – involving hands-on experiences – to engage young people and adults in activities that allow them to truly explore history. From elementary school children to retirees, all are welcome.

State School Orphanage Museum www.orphanagemuseum.com

507-774-7369 | Suggested Curriculum: History, Culture | Tour Time: 2-4 Hours Learn about the history of the school from the only known Orphanage Museum in the nation. Watch videos and hear stories as told by those who lived this history. Explore the campus by listening to our four station outside audio tour and visit Cottage 11, a restored boys cottage. Group tours include a presentation by Harvey Ronglien (ward of the state from 1932-1943), a Museum visit, and viewing of the 1930s orphanage video.

RAD Zoo–Reptile & Amphibian Discovery Zoo www.theradzoo.com

1-888-4-RADZOO | Suggested Curriculum: Science | Tour Time: 1-2 Hours Come and experience the amazing creatures of the reptile and amphibian world including snakes, turtles, lizards, crocodilians, toads, frogs, and salamanders. Our zoo is home to 100 kinds of animals from all over the world. Catch our daily “Everglades Encounter”, followed by an opportunity to pet an alligator or a snake.

National Farmers’ Bank www.owatonna.org/visit/grouptravel.php

507-451-5670 | Suggested Curriculum: Art, History, Business | Tour Time: 1 Hour Built from 1906-1908, the National Farmers’ Bank is widely recognized as one of the premier pieces of “Prairie School Architecture” in America. The most famous of all Louis Sullivan’s banks, it is considered “a jewel box of the prairie”, featuring gold leaf arches, stained glass windows, and nouveau baroque art designs. It is on the National Register of Historic Places and was commemorated on a United States postage stamp in 1981.

Visitors from all over the United States and many other countries visit the bank annually.

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www.cabelas.com | 507-451-4545 Suggested Curriculum: Science, Business, Art Tour Time: 1-2 Hours Cabela’s is the largest fishing, hunting and outdoor gear store in the Midwest and a place the whole family can enjoy. The 150,000 sq. ft. showroom is an educational and entertainment attraction, featuring a décor of museum-quality animal displays, huge aquariums and trophy animals interacting in realistic re-creations of their natural habitats.

Field Trips www.oacarts.org | 507-451-0533 | Suggested Curriculum: Art, Culture | Tour Time: 1-2 Hours Spend an afternoon enjoying the art exhibit at the Owatonna Art Center and the diverse group of works by local and regional artists. For over 35 years, OAC invites you to explore, experience, and engage in their unique and meaningful art experiences. www.stthomas.edu/gainey | 507-446-4460 Suggested Curriculum: History, Art, Business | Tour Time: 1 Hour This beautiful French Norman estate operates as a private meeting facility. Set on 182 acres, every season makes excellent use of the hiking trails, the woods, river, horses and other beautiful scenery unique to the Gainey Conference Center. www.stthomas.edu/gainey | 507-446-4460 Suggested Curriculum: Art, Culture | Tour Time: 1-2 Hours The Winton Guesthouse is an intricate structure designed by internationally-acclaimed Frank Gehry for Mike and Penny Winton in 1987. The house features an exhibition about the Wintons, Gehry, and the relocation of the house which was once named a Time Magazine House of the Year. www.owatonna.org/visit/grouptravel.php | 507-451-7970 Suggested Curriculum: History, Art | Tour Time: 1-2 Hours Encounter a blend of architectural styles from the late 1800s to early 1900s during the Historic Walking Tour including historic homes, schools, churches and other buildings in downtown Owatonna. www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/rice_lake 507-455-5871 | Suggested Curriculum: Science, Physical Education | Tour Time: 1-2 Hours Long ago, American Indians harvested wild rice from this lake where today, the shallow waters and marshy edges of Rice Lake attract many waterfowl during migrations. Rice Lake is a major wetland in the area. Located 7 miles east of Owatonna, the park is open for camping and day-use activities year-round. www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/parksrecreation Bike & Skate Park, Water Park, Pavillions for Picnics, Disc Golf Course, Trail System, Kaplan’s Woods & Lake Kohlmeier, Leo Rudolph Nature Preserve, Lake Chase Park and more!

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SCIENCE MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA 120 W. Kellogg Boulevard St. Paul, Minnesota 55102 (651) 221-9444 or (800) 221-9444 www.smm.org Field Trips at the Science Museum of Minnesota The Science Museum of Minnesota is dedicated to producing affordable, engaging, and quality educational experiences for students of all ages.

Field trips at the Science Museum include: • 25% off our low group rates (reduced price eligibility is also available) • Special Education Entrance and dedicated lunch space • Private Omnitheater screenings • Professional study guides and curriculum support materials Plan your field trip and make your reservation at smm.org/schools/fieldtrips Canopic Coffinette

About the Exhibition

Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs

features over 100 authentic artifacts immersing you in the daily life, religion, and funeral practices that took place under the rule of the pharaohs.

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Don’t miss these complementary Science Museum programs:

Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs

Omnitheater film. The perfect way to learn about ancient Egypt and the science of mummification before visiting the King Tut exhibition. You’ll see the most recent CT scans taken of Tut’s mummy and learn how the theories about his unexpected death have changed. Learn about the film and watch a preview at smm.org/mummies

The King Tut exhibition is organized into several galleries: • Introductory Theater • Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt: Explores basic ideas of kingship in ancient Egypt over time, featuring artifacts that date from the Old Kingdom to the New Kingdom.

• Pharaoh’s Family: Explores the role of Pharaoh’s family and the Pharaoh’s private life.

• Pharaoh’s Court: Explores how power was distributed among the priests Pharaoh’s officials, as well as other roles in Pharaoh’s court.

• Pharaoh’s Religion: Explores beliefs and understandings about Pharaoh’s role as the “divine of Earth”, the supernatural, gods and goddesses, • and the afterlife.

• Pharaoh’s Gold: See the amazing abundance of gold that the Pharaoh’s had at their disposal and the role that gold played in the afterlife.

• Discovery of a Pharaoh: Witness the discovery and excavation of King Tut’s tomb in the 1920s. Then explore four galleries that are laid out to correspond with the four actual rooms of Tutankhamun’s tomb, including: • Antechamber • Annex • Treasury • Burial Chamber • Pharaohs’ Fate: How Tutankhamun was remembered or forgotten after his early death.

• Modern Science: How current scientific techniques are helping scientists discover more about King Tut and other ancient Egyptians.

• View an authentic reproduction of Tutankhamun’s mummy.

King Tut’s Funerary Figure (Shabti)

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THE CURSE OF THE MUMMY? Level 3 Atrium Stage Written by Melanie Wehrmacher; Directed by Dionne Laviolette Everyone knows King Tut’s tomb is cursed! Or is it…? Join Detective Aubrey Van Clewson to examine the facts and find out the truth… if the curse doesn’t get you first!

Reserve this program when you make reservations or for show times check out the Science Live Web page at smm.org/sciencelive

Indoor rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States today. Vertical Endeavors, conveniently located three miles from downtown St. Paul, offers both a fun and challenging activity for climbers of all ages, male or female, novice or pro, any time of the year and in any type of weather. With over 18,000 square feet of climbing surface, Vertical Endeavors can offer a wide variety of climbing for any skill level on its 50+ top ropes, 15 Auto Belays, 2 bouldering caves and multiple sport climbing areas. An excellent beginner area is perfect for introducing new climbers to the sport.

Vertical Endeavors is a full service rock climbing facility offering a indoor and outdoor lessons, youth programs, group events and experiential programs for corporate and non-profit groups. A complete pro-shop makes fulfilling all your climbing needs affordable and convenient.

Winter Hours (October 1st to May 31st) Monday to Saturday 10a.m.-10p.m.

Sunday 10a.m.-6p.m Summer Hours (June 1st to September 30th) Monday to Friday 10a.m.-10p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 11a.m.-6p.m.

Daily Passes Weekday $13 +tax Weekend $15 +tax Rental Items Climbing Shoes $4 Harness $4 Belay Device $4 Chalk Bag $4 Package $10 (all of the above) Prices are subject to change without notice.

Indoor Rock Climbing Facility

Is your group or organization at a loss for its next activity? At Vertical Endeavors, your group will experience climbing in a controlled, professional environment. Whether trying climbing for the first time or returning for more fun, rock climbing is an exciting and challenging activity for any group! Perfect for schools, youth groups, scouts, colleges, friends, day camps, and any other group you may have, our variety of group adventures offer the ultimate programming solution for your next event! Advance reservations and a deposit are required for all of our group events. We require you to pay for a minimum of eight climbers.

All of the required rental gear and instructor costs are included in the group pricing, making the packages shown below easy to use, with no hidden costs.

Price/Person $15.99 weekdays $17.99 weekends Call for special school and non-profit group pricing.

WAIVERS Vertical Endeavors requires all participants to have a signed waiver on file upon entering the facility and prior to entering the climbing areas. All minors (anyone under the age of 18 years) needs a waiver signed by a parent or court-assigned legal guardian. No exceptions.

Vertical Endeavors requires all customers and members to fill out a new waiver every TWO years.

855 St. Phalen Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55106 | Please feel free to call for directions VE Paul Location

855 Phalen Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55106 p: 651.776.1430 f: 651.776.1128 www.verticalendeavors.com Mpls Location - Opens August 2011

Voyageurs National Park

Travel Grants Now available for the 2010-2011 school year Bring the National Parks to life for your students with a field trip to Voyageurs National Park.

• Ecology pond studies • Ojibwe lifestyles • Geology rocks!

• 4th grade fall boat tours • Outdoor survival skills • Loons and eagles • Snowshoeing • Life as a voyageur AND MUCH MORE at Minnesota’s Greatest Outdoor Classroom!

Voyageurs National Park Located in the lake-country of northeastern Minnesota bordering Canada, the Park is a complex system of waterways, including the “voyageur highway” canoed by 18th-century fur traders.

Wildlife thrives here in the boreal-hardwood forest transition zone, and glacier-scoured landscape.

Travel Grants K-6th grade youth groups, including public schools, private schools, homeschoolers, scout troops, and youth outdoor leadership programs can apply for a travel grant to cover 50% or more of transportation costs for students to participate in one of the free field classes offered through the Environmental Education program at Voyageurs National Park.

Grants are made possible by Donald Weesner Foundation and Voyageurs National Park Association

For Application & Information:

Visit www.nps.gov/VOYA/forteachers/ or contact Tawnya Schoewe: (218) 283-6670

Voyageurs National Park

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Education Programs National Parks provide outstanding outdoor classrooms that support and enhance your learning objectives in the classroom. Voyageurs National Park offers environmental education programs, pre-school through sixth grade, at the park and in the classroom.

These programs encourage students to explore, experience, and engage in the learning process.

On-site programs take place at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center within Voyageurs National Park.

Most programs are aligned with Minnesota State Academic Standards.

Cost and Scheduling All education programs are free. To schedule, call two weeks in advance of your preferred date in Fall, Winter, or Spring. Please have alternate dates available. Call (218) 286-5260.

Free Educational DVD Teach about Minnesota’s National Parks in Your Classroom!

Contact Voyageurs National Park Association for more info: (612) 333-5424

www.voyageurs.org VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK ASSOCIATION is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, with the mission to protect and promote the natural, recreational, and historic resources of Voyageurs National Park.

View the prospectus On-site & Classroom-based educational programs: www.nps.gov/VOYA/forteachers/ Photos: National Park Service

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You can feel the excitement as students unload the bus older classmates and siblings. Soon their voices will ec returned each year for over 30 years. Why? Wolf Ridge pr the value our students and teachers all share when de

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The best learning takes place while immersed in the “real” w give students hands-on experiences and opportunities to w citizen of the world needs to understand natural science sy to take on personal risk to stand up for their beliefs, and to environment. Our curriculum has been the model for othe over 30 years of refinement by our program staff. Groups m curricula, all of which are aligned with Minnesota Graduatio

Wolf Ridge’s Curriculum Choices

Animals

Animal Signs Bats Beavers Birds & Birds of Prey Moose Owl Pellet Dissection Small Mammals Snowshoe Hares White-tailed Deer Wildlife Management Wolf Ecology

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Forest Ecology Paper Making Trees and Keys Wetlands Ecology

Aquatics

Fisheries Management Frozen Lake Ecology Lake/Stream Study Lake Superior Game

Environmental Issues Climate Change & Ecology Farming & Environment Climate & Energy Acid Rain

Team Building Winter Survival Initiative Games

Outdoor Recreation GPS & Geocaching Orienteering Cross Country Skiing Snowshoeing Superior View Hike Canoeing Night Hike

Arts

EarthWorks Block Printing Dream Catchers Woodland Art

Cultural History

Ojibwe Heritage History of the North Shore Logging Camp Life Voyageur Life

Earth Science

Geology Weather Forecasting Star Lab & Astronomy

Personal Growth

Adventure Ropes Course Rock Climbing

Environmental Issues Climate Change & Ecology Climate & Energy Acid Rain Farming & Environment

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Geology Weather Forecasting Star Lab & Astronomy

“This program is a vital piece of our district’s science curriculum. Of the 30 elementary science standards required by the state, 11 can be met through Wolf Ridge activities.” - Prior Lake teachers

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world. Wolf Ridge’s curriculum and instructional activities work and grow together. An environmentally literate ystems, to be able to work with others to solve problems, comprehend the impacts of human choices upon the er centers around the world and embodies may choose from over 57 units of 1-3 hour on Standards.

“The dedicated teachers and parent chaperones who have participated KNOW this trip transforms young lives.”

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accredited school (AdvancED, NCA) since 1980 curricula aligned with Minnesota academic standards nationally recognized leader in environmental education special needs accommodations, adventure equipment facilities and equipment for groups of 15 - 360 professional staff who are leaders in the field free and reduced school lunch program available MN residents - tuition expense can qualify for tax credit ask about grants and fund-raisers for qualified schools!

rrange for Your Group’s Trip to Wolf Ridge

Call 1-218-353-7414, visit www.wolf-ridge.org or e-mail programs@wolf-ridge.org. www.wolf-ridge.org

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218-353-7414 or 800-523-2733 (MN, ND, WI)

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

CHILDREN & NATURE BELONG TOGETHER LEAVE NO CHILD INSIDE YMCA Camps are American Camp Association accredited, which means the YMCA has met over 300 health and safety standards. Together we are on a mission to Leave No Child Inside this summer!

Why Choose Y Camps

The ACA and the YMCA recognize the following benefits of camps: ■F ree play enhances cognitive abilities, creativity, problem solving, self-esteem and self discipline.

■ Natural experiences significantly reduce stress, children are happier and healthier!

■ Social Skills Development include Leadership, Communication, and Participation.

■ Self-Respect and Character Building include Responsibility, Resourcefulness and Resilience.

■C ommunity Living/Service Skills include Caring, Honesty, Respect for Others and the Environment.

■ YMCA Camps are FUN and kids build friendships that last a lifetime!

Scholarships are available because we believe all children should have access to this amazing experience!

Find out more: ymcacamps.org or 612-822-2267

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FIND THE PERFECT YMCA CAMP YMCA CAMP ST. CROIX

campstcroix.org Traditional Overnight and Adventure Camp Experiences 2 miles south of Hudson, WI – 30 miles east of the Metro area, 612-822-2267 Become a Facebook fan, follow us on Twitter and view photos on flickr.com/ campstcroix ■ Ages 7-17 ■ 3- day to 27-day sessions ■ Co-ed ■ Specialty Camps: Horseback Riding, Rock Climbing, Sailing and Canoeing ■ Challenging Specialty Camps: Wilderness Camping; Backpacking Trips, Sea Kayaking, and extended adventure trips.

■ Named in honor of MONSIEUR ST. CROIX, 17th century explorer Girls and boys have been experiencing the adventure and wonder of camping for more than 102 years at Camp St. Croix. Our camp provides new and exciting experiences, and a chance to spend a portion of the summer actively learning in a fun and beautiful outdoor environment. Campers participate in a variety of traditional and specialized camp activities determined by their age and experience. We offer progressive camping where campers are given the opportunity to challenge themselves each time they come back to camp.

YMCA CAMP WIDJIWAGAN

widji.org Wilderness Adventures Ely, MN – Burntside Lake, off the Echo Trail – 260 miles north of the Metro area, 612-822-2267

Become a Facebook fan, follow us on Twitter and view photos on flickr ■ Ages 12-18 ■ Overnight wilderness camping for teens (boys and girls single-gender trips) ■ Progressive wilderness programs begin with 10-day to 12-day introductory trips. Advanced returning campers have opportunities for extended 20- and 40-day adventure trips ■ Adventures: canoeing and backpacking trips in the BWCA, Quetico, Isle Royale, Big Horn Mountains, and Rocky Mountains ■ WIDJIWAGAN [wij-ee-WAH-gen] – from the Ojibwe “Comradeship” Experience high quality canoe and backpacking adventures in the BWCA and North America. Highly-trained and experienced trail counselors provide a safe and growth-filled journey. Campers learn about the ethic of respect, an essential life skill and foundation of all Widji sessions, through the experience of wilderness adventure: respect for self, others, environment and equipment.

YMCA CAMP DU NORD

dunord.org Wilderness Adventures for the whole family Ely, MN – Burntside Lake off the Echo Trail – 260 miles north of the Metro area, 651-822-2267 Become a Facebook fan, follow us on Twitter and view photos on flickr ■ Week long summer family camps ■ Fall, winter, spring destination for family retreats and weddings ■ Retreats and conferences ■ Relaxation and fun in a pristine wilderness setting For more than 50 years, Camp du Nord has been providing outdoor experiences for families: offering opportunities for enriched family relationships, increased wilderness appreciation, and spiritual growth. Each day provides new adventures, where families have quality time together. Cozy and comfortable cabins range from rustic to full amenity, tent sites also available.

Activities include canoeing, sailing, campfires, age-group programming, hiking, crafts, fishing, saunas and more!

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FIELD TRIP LIBRARY DIGITAL GUIDE

THIS DIGITAL FIELD TRIP GUIDE IS ALL ABOUT QUALITY EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES...

It’s about having quality, up-to-date resources for field trips, in-school presentations, on-site programs, travel services, grants, and fund-raising opportunities. And never before like this...

As you can see here, it’s about more than the FIELD TRIP GUIDE... it’s about convenient tools to help you in your planning, whether it’s for school, scouts, homeschool groups, or church groups... presented to you in a manner that is respectful of your time and the needs of your students or youth group.

Providing ideas... when you need them.

EMAIL ALERTS

MINNESOTA’S FIELD TRIP LIBRARY Have you seen the MINNESOTA FIELD TRIP LIBRARY exhibit at a recent conference? You can get lots of different field trip ideas here, and maybe even win a free field trip! The Library is a co-operative effort by an large number of premier destinations and service providers in and around MN designed to show you new & unique field trip opportunities. You may have even signed up to win one of the free field trips and taken home information that was displayed in the exhibit.

You can find out if we’re going to be at your conference, and then see all the conference field trip winners at: www.adventurepartners.org.

DIGITAL FIELD TRIP GUIDE

Updated and distributed free-of-charge 4 times a year (Jan/April/July/Oct) by email to educators and planners of student & youth field trips, the GUIDE is a directory, and a natural extension of the FIELD TRIP LIBRARY. And it’s published in digital format, not on paper. You can print out the pages you need, as you need them...

Get the GUIDE’s link emailed to you every quarter: adventurepartners.cr@gmail.com or find the link to the GUIDE on our homepage: www.adventurepartners.org

E-MAIL HEADLINE NEWS ALERTS

Headline News Alerts are filled with news and emailed monthly to teachers and youth leaders. The headlines are linked to website landing page(s). Here you’ll find upcoming dates of theatre performances, museum and gallery exhibits, and relevant activities. Sign up to receive them at: www.adventurepartners.org You will receive this if you registered to win a field trip at your conference.

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Festivals/Events Big Island Rendezvous • Albert Lea Festival of Nations • Saint Paul Minnesota Renaissance Festival • Shakopee

Festival of Nations Saint Paul, MN

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may 5 – 8, 2011

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General Public Hours: Fri May 6 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm Sat May 7 10:00 am – 10:00 pm Sun May 8 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

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Educational Exhibits Delectable Ethnic Foods International Bazaar Guest Entertainment Hands-on Ethnic Demonstrations

Marketplaces of the World

Since 1932, the Festival of Nations has been committed to providing a superior educational and multicultural experience. Students will get the opportunity to share a sense of dignity in our respective ethnic heritage in a fun and festive atmosphere. Teachers can receive up to six hours of time toward the renewal of their teaching license. We also offer students and teachers activities to supplement the learning experience of the Festival. All student tickets must be purchased in advance through the Festival of Nations office. Please see our website for forms and information.

The Festival of Nations is wheelchair accessible.

At the Festival of Nations, 90 different ethnic groups from around the world will share their foods, crafts and traditions that form the mosaic of our American culture. Enjoy one of the nation’s largest and longest running multicultural events and discover that there is so much more to who we are.

37 authentic ethnic Cafés

60 cultural & educational Exhibits featuring over 300 items

75 ethnic dance ensembles and musicians focused on this year’s theme: Marketplaces of the World

35 art demonstrations

from all over the world providing continuous performances

55 international Bazaar booths, by skilled artisans of different cultures

each from a different country, selling clothing, jewelry, toys & other goods

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provided by Concordia Language Villages

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Field Trips, Learning, and Kids saying...

“That was so cool.”

Field trips provide students and youth with experiences and memories that will last a lifetime. School and youth group field trips encourage our kids to take ownership of their lives, and can heighten their enthusiasm for living and learning.

Greater Achievement Education leaders applaud the numerous benefits of hands-on learning that are found in “out of the box” environments. Field trips provide excellent opportunities for students to achieve by setting before them memorable learning activities. Setting goals and achieving them via field trips have been shown to boost the self-confidence of participating students.

More Hands-On & “Behind-The-Scenes” Experience Experience is the very best education. When students actually see that what they learned in school already has real-life applications in settings outside of their classroom, their learning experiences are strengthened, and better prepare them for life as a productive adult. Meeting actors after a theater performance, taking a tour of the huge recycling operation at the Mall of America, “doing the ropes” at Wolf Ridge ELC, or learning how to make an authentic “peace pipe” in Pipestone add learning values that are never achieved in the classroom alone.

Many Memories Lasting Long Into Adulthood Not only will field trips strengthen a student's skills by providing a hands-on learning experience, they can also provide satisfying lifelong memories. Years later, these memories can inspire personal performance, and even provide parents and adult leaders opportunities to connect with their own kids and students. “I remember when...”

More Return on Education Investments Not only will field trips help students learn, but they help teachers teach. The best field trips can work hand-in-hand with classroom learning. A unit on a specific subject can help the entire class or youth group prepare and enjoy a satisfying and more productive field trip, reinforcing the knowledge that the students learned from pre-teaching in the classroom.

Field Trips Have Unique Value for Adults, too...

Hundreds of companies and organizations throughout our state not only gain necessary revenues from field trips to stay in business, but they often depend on following generations for high quality employees, researchers, developers, and leaders. Learning at a younger age how to make something (like candy, for example) not only will continue a “trade”, but can even encourage individuals to have their own businesses. With field trips, our students and youth will be ensuring their futures.

The Great Outdoors Voyageurs National Park • Int’l Falls, MN Wolf Ridge ELC • Finland, MN

Wolf Ridge Finland, MN

Voyageurs National Park

Travel Grants Now available for the 2010-2011 school year Bring the National Parks to life for your students with a field trip to Voyageurs National Park.

• Ecology pond studies • Ojibwe lifestyles • Geology rocks!

• 4th grade fall boat tours • Outdoor survival skills • Loons and eagles • Snowshoeing • Life as a voyageur AND MUCH MORE at Minnesota’s Greatest Outdoor Classroom!

Voyageurs National Park Located in the lake-country of northeastern Minnesota bordering Canada, the Park is a complex system of waterways, including the “voyageur highway” canoed by 18th-century fur traders.

Wildlife thrives here in the boreal-hardwood forest transition zone, and glacier-scoured landscape.

Travel Grants K-6th grade youth groups, including public schools, private schools, homeschoolers, scout troops, and youth outdoor leadership programs can apply for a travel grant to cover 50% or more of transportation costs for students to participate in one of the free field classes offered through the Environmental Education program at Voyageurs National Park.

Grants are made possible by Donald Weesner Foundation and Voyageurs National Park Association

For Application & Information:

Visit www.nps.gov/VOYA/forteachers/ or contact Tawnya Schoewe: (218) 283-6670

Voyageurs National Park

Illustration by DragonArt

Education Programs National Parks provide outstanding outdoor classrooms that support and enhance your learning objectives in the classroom. Voyageurs National Park offers environmental education programs, pre-school through sixth grade, at the park and in the classroom.

These programs encourage students to explore, experience, and engage in the learning process.

On-site programs take place at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center within Voyageurs National Park.

Most programs are aligned with Minnesota State Academic Standards.

Cost and Scheduling All education programs are free. To schedule, call two weeks in advance of your preferred date in Fall, Winter, or Spring. Please have alternate dates available. Call (218) 286-5260.

Free Educational DVD Teach about Minnesota’s National Parks in Your Classroom!

Contact Voyageurs National Park Association for more info: (612) 333-5424

www.voyageurs.org VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK ASSOCIATION is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, with the mission to protect and promote the natural, recreational, and historic resources of Voyageurs National Park.

View the prospectus On-site & Classroom-based educational programs: www.nps.gov/VOYA/forteachers/ Photos: National Park Service

Come to Wolf Ridge For Outdoor

Outdoor Learn

You can feel the excitement as students unload the bus older classmates and siblings. Soon their voices will ec returned each year for over 30 years. Why? Wolf Ridge pr the value our students and teachers all share when de

Meaningful & Memorable Learning

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Wolf Ridge’s Curriculum Choices

Animals

Animal Signs Bats Beavers Birds & Birds of Prey Moose Owl Pellet Dissection Small Mammals Snowshoe Hares White-tailed Deer Wildlife Management Wolf Ecology

Plants

Forest Ecology Paper Making Trees and Keys Wetlands Ecology

Aquatics

Fisheries Management Frozen Lake Ecology Lake/Stream Study Lake Superior Game

Environmental Issues Climate Change & Ecology Farming & Environment Climate & Energy Acid Rain

Team Building Winter Survival Initiative Games

Outdoor Recreation GPS & Geocaching Orienteering Cross Country Skiing Snowshoeing Superior View Hike Canoeing Night Hike

Arts

EarthWorks Block Printing Dream Catchers Woodland Art

Cultural History

Ojibwe Heritage History of the North Shore Logging Camp Life Voyageur Life

Earth Science

Geology Weather Forecasting Star Lab & Astronomy

Personal Growth

Adventure Ropes Course Rock Climbing

Environmental Issues Climate Change & Ecology Climate & Energy Acid Rain Farming & Environment

Earth Science

Geology Weather Forecasting Star Lab & Astronomy

“This program is a vital piece of our district’s science curriculum. Of the 30 elementary science standards required by the state, 11 can be met through Wolf Ridge activities.” - Prior Lake teachers

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sses, ready for the trip they’ve heard about for years from cho and whisper through the woods. Many groups have rovides outstanding teaching in a magnificent setting. It ‘s escribing why they come to Wolf Ridge again and again.

world. Wolf Ridge’s curriculum and instructional activities work and grow together. An environmentally literate ystems, to be able to work with others to solve problems, comprehend the impacts of human choices upon the er centers around the world and embodies may choose from over 57 units of 1-3 hour on Standards.

“The dedicated teachers and parent chaperones who have participated KNOW this trip transforms young lives.”

- School Program participant

School Trip Features: ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥

accredited school (AdvancED, NCA) since 1980 curricula aligned with Minnesota academic standards nationally recognized leader in environmental education special needs accommodations, adventure equipment facilities and equipment for groups of 15 - 360 professional staff who are leaders in the field free and reduced school lunch program available MN residents - tuition expense can qualify for tax credit ask about grants and fund-raisers for qualified schools!

rrange for Your Group’s Trip to Wolf Ridge

Call 1-218-353-7414, visit www.wolf-ridge.org or e-mail programs@wolf-ridge.org. www.wolf-ridge.org

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

218-353-7414 or 800-523-2733 (MN, ND, WI)

Ten Tips for A Great DayCamp Experience 1. If outside, bring a bottle water for drinking. Spray bottles are a great idea too.

They can keep the face and body cool in the hot sun.

2. If outside, apply sunscreen at the start of the day. Have a tube for later reapplication. Avoid tanning lotion with little or no SPF. A hat can offer extra protection.

3. If outside, remember insect and tick repellent. Look for a lotion that is safe for children; avoid sprays. When camp is over, the campers need to be checked for ticks.

4. Campers need to be dressed for daycamp. Dress for comfort, safety and appropriate temperatures (not fashion). Proper shoes are important too, particularly if they are outside. Opt for tennis shoes.

5. Any item brought to camp should have the campers’ names, address and phone number. It also avoids confusion if identical items are brought by two campers.

6. Leave electronics, handheld games or cell phones at homes. If these items are brought, campers need to know they may be confiscated and returned at camp’s end.

7. List all medications. Behavior and allergies (insect or food related) are issues camp staffers need to be aware of. Because the camp staff also looks out for the physical and emotional needs of campers, the more information, the better equipped they’ll be.

8. Campers need to have an emergency contact person. Even more important is that the designated person knows their name, phone, and address has been provided.

9. Parents and leaders need to read the materials the camp provides—policies, procedures and planned activities. If campers, leaders & parents know what to expect, things will run much smoother. Most camps have a weekly schedule regarding upcoming activities. If there are health restrictions, tell the staff.

10. Find out if there is an open house where parents and/or leaders can meet the staff and see the facility prior to camp. If not, make other arrangements to introduce yourself to the staff and the facility.

Finally, encourage your campers to enjoy the experience. Mark the first day of camp on a calendar and do a countdown - and send reminders. Send home a checklist of items needed. And don’t forget to share your own camp stories. Remind your campers to do their best, obey the rules, be respectful of others and have a great time!

CAMPS Base Camp at Fort Snelling Chanhassen Musical Theatre Camp Native American Culture Camp • Pipestone Wolf Ridge ELC • Finland

Northern Star Council of the Boy Scouts of America wel‐ comes all young people to Base Camp, the first‐of‐its kind urban program facility in the newly renovated hip‐ podrome at historic Fort Snelling.

Base Camp offers fun and exciting interactive programs.

It brings Scouting’s non‐formal, experiential educational approach right into the heart of the city.

Schools, faith based youth groups and all youth organi‐ zations can take advantage of the unique program op‐ portunities the Base Camp facility provides. Utilizing 3,500 square feet within the renovated 1907 former Cavalry Drill Hall, Base Camp features include:

 Indoor bouldering and natural stone climbing wall (60 person simultaneous capacity, modeled after the rocks of Taylors Falls)  Outdoor climbing towers including year‐round “ice‐ climbing”  Indoor and outdoor high ropes/confidence course  NASA space shuttle simulator (one of only eight in the U.S.)  Indoor Amphitheatre with full computer/video sup‐ port and seating for 200  Indoor archery range  Catering kitchen and refrigerator space for lunches

Base Camp reflects the council’s vision of having a posi‐ tive influence on all young people within its service area, not just Scouting members. The Northern Star Council developed Base Camp to be the starting point for greater adventures and personal growth and as a means to achieve its mission of building character and confidence.

School Groups Teachers can connect their classroom learning to a new kind of experiential education. Base Camp staff will assist teachers in meeting their classroom objec‐ tives.

Tied to Minnesota State Educational Standards are 7 age‐specific (grades 3‐4, 5‐6, & 7‐8) curriculum strands:  Team Building (e.g. Bully prevention)  Environmental Science  History  Aviation  Physical Fit‐ ness (e.g. Cy‐ cling)  Outdoor Skills  Leadership & Character

Youth Groups Here are just a few examples of ways youth groups can utilize Base Camp:  Rent a room for a meeting, and schedule the climbing wall, ropes course or space simulator  Hold banquets, program planning workshops, training courses or retreats  Workshops  Lock‐ins for overnight fun and learning  Teambuilding for youth leadership on the climb‐ ing walls, high and low challenge courses  Utilize the Resource Library to plan a high ad‐ venture trip Surrounding Area Program Opportunities Take advantage of surrounding areas Use Base Camp as a home base to :  Plan a bike trip that starts and ends at Base Camp, using the extensive trail system nearby, using Base Camp Bikes or your own  Hike and nearby trails of Fort Snelling State Park, which includes a swimming beach and na‐ ture interpretive center  Extend your hike to the nearby 14,000 acres of public lands bordering the Minnesota and Mis‐ sissippi Rivers including Minnehaha Falls Park and the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Cen‐

Costs School group rates for Base Camp opportunities are $15 for full days. Weekday and evening meet‐ ing room rentals and full meeting rentals are also available. Full details are on the website.: www.ExploreBaseCamp.org.

Reservations Visit www.ExploreBaseCamp.org for complete de‐ tails or call the Base Camp Reservations Hotline at 612‐767‐0042

Location 201 Bloomington Road, Fort Snelling, MN 55111 Base Camp is located off of Highway 55 and Bloomington Road in Fort Snelling, MN, 1/3 of a mile from the Fort Snelling Light Rail station.

Base Camp is owned and operated by: Northern Star Council Boy Scouts of America, 393 Marshall Ave, St Paul, MN 55102; 763‐231‐7201; www.NorthernStarBSA.org

Musical Theatre Camp for…

The Twin Cities’ finest theatre camp experience!

CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES is excited to announce the 20th anniversary of its renowned summer theatre camp program!

Since 1992, more than 10,000 kids and teens have learned from the stage professionals who make musical theatre magic happen here at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres year-round.

Regardless of talent or experience, every summer camper at Chan DT Musical Theatre Camp will walk away with a once-ina-lifetime experience!

• Acting • Dance • Movement • Voice

YOUTH SESSIONS: Ages 8-12 (must be 8 by 9/1/11)

June 20-24 - AM & PM • June 27-July 1 - AM & PM July 18-22 - AM • July 25-29 - AM SPECIAL ALL-DAY SESSION: Ages 10–15 June 13-17

TEEN SESSIONS: Ages 13–18 (must be 13 by 9/1/11) July 18-22 – PM • July 25-29 – PM Teen Intensive* (must audition) July 11–15 – ALL DAY

FREE Jesus Christ Superstar ticket with each camper registration!

$225 Half-Day Youth/Teen Sessions

$450 All-Day Teen Intensive and All-Day Youth

W W W . C H A N H A S S E N D T. C O M

…Kids and Teens!

Ages 8–18: All experience levels are welcome!

THIS YEAR’S CAMP THEMES

Irving Berlin Musicals (youth 8-12) White Christmas • Easter Parade Call Me Madam

Musicals of the 70s (teens 13-18) Grease • Sweeney Todd • Pippin A Chorus Line • Applause • Annie

ENROLLMENT LIMITED! Register online at ChanhassenDT.com

or call the box office

952-934-1525 • 800-362-3515

or mail completed registration form to CDT, P.O. Box 100 Chanhassen, MN 55317

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H isto r y & C u lt u r al Pr esen ta tio n s W o r k sh o ps & C u ltu r e C am p

We can help create an experience for your class or group large or small‌Everything from storytelling and lectures to dance presentations and workshops‌ at our location or yours. The Culture camp incorporates presentations, workshops, storytelling and lectures in a primitive camping experience. Stay in a tipi overnight and eat traditional American Indian foods when you attend our culture Camp.

Here we set up Here we set up a tipi for a school, introduced the kids to a little Pow Wow style music , dance and then did storytelling with a little History about tribal life 200 years ago thrown in. This presentation ran 45 minutes for each class.

This group was looking to learn a little more about their tribal ways by creating a pipestone pipe at our store in Pipestone. We spent two days carving and sanding. As with all our workshops important cultural information and a tour of the quarries were part of the learning. Smaller projects such as carving arrowheads can be done in about an hour.

Drumming and singing is always a fun way to introduce a culture to children and adults alike.

Everyone here went away with a new understanding of music.

After a workshop our students learn more about what they have created and share some ideas. This was a weekend long pipemaking class done in Switzerland. Evening lectures on tribal histories and stories about the Pipestone Quarries were part of the workshop.

Keepers PO Box 24 Pipestone, MN. 56164 * www.pipekeepers.org * pipe@iw.net * 507-825-3734

St ep B a c k In T im e a n d E x per ien c e O u r T r ib a l H ist o r y I am Bud Johnston Ojibewa I have been learning about my tribal culture all my life. My Grandpa was a spiritual man for my people my grandmother a healer. I was taught to always be proud of my tribal heritage. I feel it is important to share this pride and my culture with others. As a storyteller I can share my history and culture in the same way it was traditional passed on through Origin Stories. (Bud’s cell phone 605-595-5229) I am Rona Johnston Cherokee I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and have been sharing my rich tribal culture with children for more than 20 years. I am an artist and have done everything from making traditional regalia, to beadwork, to carving, drawing and painting. (Rona’s cell phone 605-376-5712)

Ideas for workshop and options for the culture camps These or similar activities can be tailored for your group depending on age and group size.

Workshops under 1 hour Workshop taking several hours Pipestone Carving a small item like arrowhead Making Dream Catchers Making a medicine bag Beaded Animals made into charms/earrings Field trip to Identify Native Plants Introduction Drumming and singing Introduction Native American Indian Dance

Pipestone Carving a pipe Making a Hand drum Making a Pipe bag or large leather bag Making Moccasins or other clothing Learning to Identify Native Plants Wrap quillwork a strip Any style of beadwork

Presentations and demonstrations Storytelling Native American Indian Dance styles History of Early tribal housing styles History of Native American Indian Clothing History of Pipestone Quarries Demonstrating Pipestone carving History & meaning of beads and decorations Indian Removal and reservation period What does it mean to be Indian Today What was it like to live in a tipi Demonstrating Beadwork Demonstrating Quillwork Demonstrating sweet grass basket making Native American Indian contributions to the world Keepers PO Box 24 Pipestone MN. 56164 * www.pipekeepers.org * pipe@iw.net * 507-825-3734

Come to Wolf Ridge For Outdoor

Outdoor Learn

You can feel the excitement as students unload the bus older classmates and siblings. Soon their voices will ec returned each year for over 30 years. Why? Wolf Ridge pr the value our students and teachers all share when de

Meaningful & Memorable Learning

The best learning takes place while immersed in the “real” w give students hands-on experiences and opportunities to w citizen of the world needs to understand natural science sy to take on personal risk to stand up for their beliefs, and to environment. Our curriculum has been the model for othe over 30 years of refinement by our program staff. Groups m curricula, all of which are aligned with Minnesota Graduatio

Wolf Ridge’s Curriculum Choices

Animals

Animal Signs Bats Beavers Birds & Birds of Prey Moose Owl Pellet Dissection Small Mammals Snowshoe Hares White-tailed Deer Wildlife Management Wolf Ecology

Plants

Forest Ecology Paper Making Trees and Keys Wetlands Ecology

Aquatics

Fisheries Management Frozen Lake Ecology Lake/Stream Study Lake Superior Game

Environmental Issues Climate Change & Ecology Farming & Environment Climate & Energy Acid Rain

Team Building Winter Survival Initiative Games

Outdoor Recreation GPS & Geocaching Orienteering Cross Country Skiing Snowshoeing Superior View Hike Canoeing Night Hike

Arts

EarthWorks Block Printing Dream Catchers Woodland Art

Cultural History

Ojibwe Heritage History of the North Shore Logging Camp Life Voyageur Life

Earth Science

Geology Weather Forecasting Star Lab & Astronomy

Personal Growth

Adventure Ropes Course Rock Climbing

Environmental Issues Climate Change & Ecology Climate & Energy Acid Rain Farming & Environment

Earth Science

Geology Weather Forecasting Star Lab & Astronomy

“This program is a vital piece of our district’s science curriculum. Of the 30 elementary science standards required by the state, 11 can be met through Wolf Ridge activities.” - Prior Lake teachers

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ning

Adventures

sses, ready for the trip they’ve heard about for years from cho and whisper through the woods. Many groups have rovides outstanding teaching in a magnificent setting. It ‘s escribing why they come to Wolf Ridge again and again.

world. Wolf Ridge’s curriculum and instructional activities work and grow together. An environmentally literate ystems, to be able to work with others to solve problems, comprehend the impacts of human choices upon the er centers around the world and embodies may choose from over 57 units of 1-3 hour on Standards.

“The dedicated teachers and parent chaperones who have participated KNOW this trip transforms young lives.”

- School Program participant

School Trip Features: ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥ ✥✥

accredited school (AdvancED, NCA) since 1980 curricula aligned with Minnesota academic standards nationally recognized leader in environmental education special needs accommodations, adventure equipment facilities and equipment for groups of 15 - 360 professional staff who are leaders in the field free and reduced school lunch program available MN residents - tuition expense can qualify for tax credit ask about grants and fund-raisers for qualified schools!

rrange for Your Group’s Trip to Wolf Ridge

Call 1-218-353-7414, visit www.wolf-ridge.org or e-mail programs@wolf-ridge.org. www.wolf-ridge.org

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

218-353-7414 or 800-523-2733 (MN, ND, WI)

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

CHILDREN & NATURE BELONG TOGETHER LEAVE NO CHILD INSIDE YMCA Camps are American Camp Association accredited, which means the YMCA has met over 300 health and safety standards. Together we are on a mission to Leave No Child Inside this summer!

Why Choose Y Camps

The ACA and the YMCA recognize the following benefits of camps: ■F ree play enhances cognitive abilities, creativity, problem solving, self-esteem and self discipline.

■ Natural experiences significantly reduce stress, children are happier and healthier!

■ Social Skills Development include Leadership, Communication, and Participation.

■ Self-Respect and Character Building include Responsibility, Resourcefulness and Resilience.

■C ommunity Living/Service Skills include Caring, Honesty, Respect for Others and the Environment.

■ YMCA Camps are FUN and kids build friendships that last a lifetime!

Scholarships are available because we believe all children should have access to this amazing experience!

Find out more: ymcacamps.org or 612-822-2267

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FIND THE PERFECT YMCA CAMP YMCA CAMP ST. CROIX

campstcroix.org Traditional Overnight and Adventure Camp Experiences 2 miles south of Hudson, WI – 30 miles east of the Metro area, 612-822-2267 Become a Facebook fan, follow us on Twitter and view photos on flickr.com/ campstcroix ■ Ages 7-17 ■ 3- day to 27-day sessions ■ Co-ed ■ Specialty Camps: Horseback Riding, Rock Climbing, Sailing and Canoeing ■ Challenging Specialty Camps: Wilderness Camping; Backpacking Trips, Sea Kayaking, and extended adventure trips.

■ Named in honor of MONSIEUR ST. CROIX, 17th century explorer Girls and boys have been experiencing the adventure and wonder of camping for more than 102 years at Camp St. Croix. Our camp provides new and exciting experiences, and a chance to spend a portion of the summer actively learning in a fun and beautiful outdoor environment. Campers participate in a variety of traditional and specialized camp activities determined by their age and experience. We offer progressive camping where campers are given the opportunity to challenge themselves each time they come back to camp.

YMCA CAMP WIDJIWAGAN

widji.org Wilderness Adventures Ely, MN – Burntside Lake, off the Echo Trail – 260 miles north of the Metro area, 612-822-2267

Become a Facebook fan, follow us on Twitter and view photos on flickr ■ Ages 12-18 ■ Overnight wilderness camping for teens (boys and girls single-gender trips) ■ Progressive wilderness programs begin with 10-day to 12-day introductory trips. Advanced returning campers have opportunities for extended 20- and 40-day adventure trips ■ Adventures: canoeing and backpacking trips in the BWCA, Quetico, Isle Royale, Big Horn Mountains, and Rocky Mountains ■ WIDJIWAGAN [wij-ee-WAH-gen] – from the Ojibwe “Comradeship” Experience high quality canoe and backpacking adventures in the BWCA and North America. Highly-trained and experienced trail counselors provide a safe and growth-filled journey. Campers learn about the ethic of respect, an essential life skill and foundation of all Widji sessions, through the experience of wilderness adventure: respect for self, others, environment and equipment.

YMCA CAMP DU NORD

dunord.org Wilderness Adventures for the whole family Ely, MN – Burntside Lake off the Echo Trail – 260 miles north of the Metro area, 651-822-2267 Become a Facebook fan, follow us on Twitter and view photos on flickr ■ Week long summer family camps ■ Fall, winter, spring destination for family retreats and weddings ■ Retreats and conferences ■ Relaxation and fun in a pristine wilderness setting For more than 50 years, Camp du Nord has been providing outdoor experiences for families: offering opportunities for enriched family relationships, increased wilderness appreciation, and spiritual growth. Each day provides new adventures, where families have quality time together. Cozy and comfortable cabins range from rustic to full amenity, tent sites also available.

Activities include canoeing, sailing, campfires, age-group programming, hiking, crafts, fishing, saunas and more!

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The Native American Pow Wow Pow Wow time is the Native American people’s way of meeting together, to join in dancing, singing, visiting, renewing old friendships and make new ones.

This is a time to renew thought of the old ways and to preserve a rich heritage.

Pow Wow singers are very important figures in the Native American culture. Without them there would be no dancing. The songs are of many varieties, from religious to war to social.

As various tribes gathered together, they would share their songs, often changing the songs so singers of different tribes could join. With these changes came the use of “vocables� to replace the words of the old songs. Thus, some songs today are sung in vocables with no words.

Yet they still hold special meaning to those who know the song. Many songs are still sung in native tongue either newly composed or revivals of old songs. These songs are reminders to the Indian people of their old ways and rich heritage.

Dancers have always been a very important part of the life of the American Indian. Most dancers seen at Pow Wows today are social dances which might have had different meanings in earlier days. Although dance styles and content have changed, their meaning and importance has not. The outfits worn by the dancers,like the styles of clothing today evolve over time, it is not a stagnant culture, but a vibrant and changing way of life.

Pow Wow are organized by committees that work for weeks before the event. At the Pow Wow, the Master of Ceremonies runs the events. The MC works with the Arena Director to keep the Pow Wow organized and running smoothly. These two individuals along with the committee work hard to bring the people together to dance and fellowship together in the circle.

The Pow Wow begins with the Grand Entry. This is the entry of all the people entering the arena. This originally was a parade through the town the Pow Wow was in. Even today in some Pow Wows, these parades are still held. During the Grand Entry, everyone is asked to stand as the flags are brought into the arena. The flags carried generally include the US flag, tribal flags, POW flag, and eagle staffs of various tribes present. These are usually carried by veterans. Native Americans hold the United States flag in an honored position despite the horrible treatment received from this country. The flag has a dual meaning.

First it is a way to remember all of the ancestors that fought against this country. It is also the symbol of the United States which Native Americans are now a part. The flag here also reminds people of those people who have fought for this country.

Following the veterans are other important guests of the Pow Wow including tribal chiefs, Princesses, elders, and Pow Wow organizers. Next in line are the men dancers. The men are followed by the women dancers. Once everyone is in the arena, the song ends and a song is sung to honor the flag and the veterans.

After a prayer, the dancing resumes, usually with a few Round Dances. After the Round Dances, intertribal dancing songs are sung and everyone dances to the beat of the drum.

With thanks to www.powwows.com

Presenters/Performers The Amazing Jeffo, Saint Paul

This extraordinary Magician, who happens to be blind, captures the imagination of your children. His engaging blend of magic, music and comedy has entertained and inspired more than 3,000 audiences. He demonstrates how to maximize talents for greater achievement, as they laugh at his stunts, gags and jokes.

Children are fascinated by the wonder of a blind magician as they learn about: · Feeling comfortable around people’s differences · Perseverance and overcoming challenges · Discovering their own talents and abilities

What people say....

"The humor and visibility of the tricks were great! Everyone had so much fun-even the middle school kids were impressed-and got it."

Danette Grimsrud, Treasurer, Sartell, MN “He demonstrated abilities rather than perceived disabilities. Kids were engaged and attentive the entire time. His family involving approach will help us retain adult participation in the Scouting program.”

Kevin Balfanz, Cub Pack 249 Fillmore Central Elementary/Middle School, Preston, MN “Jeff was funny and put on a wonderful show. He's an inspiration.”

Linda Hanka, Director, Community Corner Brooklyn Center "His show reflected his story and drive and love of life."

– Brooke McCarty Doodle Bug Daycare - Lakeville, MN “Combination of humor and illusions was great! Spiritual content was great.You are a walking testimony of how God can use us if we let him, even with big obstacles like blindness. We were all blessed!”

– Jan Carlson, Cross of Glory Church, Hopkins, Your message was well orchestrated and intertwined perfectly into our program mission. It was a motivational jump-start to people who have damaged self-esteem. It encouraged our clients to overcome hardships.

Your humor and ability to improvise comedy was hilarious.You live to amaze.

Josh Kohman, Correctional Transition Services, Mpls, MN

(651) 457-7300

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Not Your Typical

Custom Presentations Accommodate Out of his hat, Amazing a Variety of Audiences: Jeffo pulls out surprises • Pre-school children stay focused through the use of uncomplicated, sure to mesmerize and colorful tricks specifically geared to delight children of all groups with shorter attention spans ages.

• An edgier style is used on high school age audiences who demand stimulating, fast-paced action throughout • A sophisticated style is used with adult groups • Humorous material and messages can be integrated to reflect themes or qualities of your organization and/or individuals Educational, Motivational and Humorous Messages Tailored to the Audience, Including: • ECFE, Preschool, Elementary, Middle and High School.

• Carnivals • Daycare and School-Age Childcare • Colleges, Universities and Technical Schools • Professional Development, Continuing Education and Educational Conferences • Back-to-School Inservice • Community Education Workshops • Children and Adults with Disabilities • Family and Care Providers for those with Disabilities • Disability Awareness • Corporate Diversity • Commencement, Conference and Keynote • Library • Parks and Recreation • Cub/Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts • Private Parties, Including: Child/Adult Birthday, Bat Mitzvah/Bar Mitzvah, Holiday, Anniversary, Neighborhood, Picnics, Club and Service Organization, Luncheon and Charity Fund Raisers Church Groups, Including: Sunday School, Confirmation/Graduation, Vacation Bible School, Retreats, Lock-In and Kick-offs Amazing Jeffo shares his personal passion and awareness of the power of attitude in overcoming challenges. Amazing Jeffo's message and example is a positive reminder of the heights we can reach when not limited by a negative attitude. He lives out what Charles Swindoll so succinctly says, “The most disabling thing in our lives is the thing we can do the most about - our attitude!”

Blind Magician!

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Stillwater - Minnesota’s oldest city

- The Lift Bridge on the St Croix River -

What is a Convention & Visitor Bureau?

Also known as CVB’s, Convention and Visitor Bureaus are not-for-profit organizations charged with representing a specific destination/community/region, marketing this specific area, with the mandate of helping the long-term tourism revenue development of their area through a travel and tourism strategy that involves leisure travel, group travel, and corporate/organization meetings, conferences & conventions. Convention and visitor bureaus can be either membership organizations bringing together businesses that rely on tourism revenue for funding, or can be funded through special hotel taxes that are ear-marked for CVB usage.

For visitors, CVBs are like a key to the city. As an unbiased resource, CVBs can serve as a broker or an official point of contact for tour operators, visitors, and meeting planners. They assist with preparation and encourage visitors to visit local historic, arts & culture, festival & events, and recreational venues.

Why is a CVB valuable for your visit?

• CVBs offer unbiased information & preparation services about a destination - usually at no cost • CVBs save visitors time and energy, as they are a one-stop shop for local tourism information

How can a CVB help you plan your school trip?

Convention and visitor bureaus make planning and implementing group visits less time-consuming and more streamlined. They can provide access to numerous services, packages and value-added extras. Before your visit begins, CVB representatives can help set up visits to attractions, check hotel availability, and even arrange for personal or group FAM tours. CVBs can also link planners with the suppliers, from motorcoach companies and caterers to off-site entertainment venues, that can help meet the prerequisites of any event.

• CVBs can assist you in all areas of preparation and provide you with detailed reference materials • CVBs can quickly and easily establish room blocks at local hotels (providing rooms are available) • CVBs can act as a liaison between you and community officials, thus clearing the way for special permits, street closures, et cetera...for your event • CVBs can obtain special letters of welcome from high-ranking government officials and in some cases, even bring officials to speak to your group • CVBs can help secure special venues and assist in the coordination of local transportation

So when you’re planning, a call to the CVB can help you with unique details for your trip... it’s their job!

Thanks to the Stillwater (MN) CVB for this helpful contribution.

Convention & Visitor Bureaus/CVBs Community Tourism Faribault Tourism • Faribault, MN Owatonna Tourism • Owatonna, MN

MN State Orphanage Museum Owatonna, MN

Faribault

From its beginnings, Faribault has consistently gained national recognition as an educational center. This is due in large measure to the efforts of Bishop Henry Whipple who developed the first Cathedral in the United States in Faribault and also developed a system of interrelated churches and schools. Because of Faribault’s history and what it continues to provide, Faribault is known as the "Athens of the West".

Faribault is blessed to have 43 individual properties that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, making it the most historically honored city in Minnesota outside of the Twin Cities. Faribault is also honored to have: the 750 acre River Bend Nature Center with Interpretive Center inside city limits, 8 nearby lakes and Faribault Dairy which produces some of the best blue cheese in the world.

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Shattuck-St. Mary’S School & StEM School

Shattuck-St. Mary’s has earned the reputation internationally as one of the top college preparatory schools in the world. The school provides a rigorous academic, arts and athletics programs—fosters excellence, self-confidence and wellroundedness. SSM graduates go on to excel at premier colleges and universities. In 2011, Shattuck-St. Mary’s has built its first new academic building on campus in more than 80 year’s – Fairfield Hall.

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Enjoy Owatonna’s great location off I-35, just one hour south of the Twin Cities Metro Area and 30 minutes north of I-90.

Also positioned at the intersection of US Highway 14 and 218, Owatonna is within 40 minutes of southern Minnesota metro areas such as Mankato and Rochester.

Lisa Havelka

Owatonna Tourism Director

With over 575 hotel rooms and various meeting facilities, Owatonna can accommodate a small group meeting to a large convention. And the attractions including Cabela’s World’s Foremost Outfitters, Preferred Outlets Shopping Center, Downtown Historic attractions and shopping, to two 18-hole championship golf courses and over 700 acres of parks appeal to any visitor!

For More Information Contact Lisa Havelka

Tourism Director for the Owatonna Chamber of Commerce & Tourism

Owatonna is the place to hold your next meeting!

320 Hoffman Drive • Owatonna, MN 55060 Phone: 800.423.6466 • 507.451.7970 | Fax: 507.451.7922 Email: lhavelka@owatonna.org | Web: www.visitowatonna.org

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he Owatonna Tourism Department is always looking to bring more meeting and conventions to Owatonna. Services are available to tour operators, show/event planners, even families looking to plan a weekend getaway!

If you or your business is involved with a club, civic organization, service group, committee, church, employee group, recreation or hobby that has regular meetings, Owatonna Tourism would like to help you organize your next meeting or convention.

Pre-Convention/Bidding Assistance

• Competitive Bid Presentation to your Committee, Board, or Association • Price/Availability Request to lodging properties; best rates and availability for securing room blocks for groups

Event/Program Planning

• Arrange for Local Dignitaries to welcome your event/group to Owatonna • Liaison with Local Businesses/Services to assist your event with implementation • Transportation/Shuttle referrals

Event Notices & Calendar of Events

• Welcome Letters to your event attendees • Event Notices sent to area attractions, lodging, and other hospitality businesses notifying of your event • Your event posted on the Community Calendar of Events

enjoy these area Attractions!

Owatonna has the people and amenities to make your next meeting a pleasant one! These are just some of the attractions Owatonna has to offer:

Group Tours

• Customized Tour Itineraries for your event attendees/guests/spouses • Step-on Tour Guide Services: $75 per day for personalized guide services from the OACCT

Visitor Information & Area Coupons

• Visitor Guides & Brochures for event participants • Maps for escort/driver to get event attendees/guests around Owatonna safely and conveniently • Welcome Bags for all attendees including area coupons, brochures, pens and other Owatonna memorabilia

plus many more Surrounding Area Attractions!

A Great Place to Meet! | Call 1.800.423.6466 to order your Meeting Planning Guide Today!

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Did you visit the Field Trip Library at your conference?

With more our 50+ destination partners, Minnesota’s Field Trip Library is worth a stop for destination brochures, field trip and program ideas, and even to sign up to win a free field trip to one of the many being given away at every conference. Since fall of 2010, our partners have awarded more than 400 free field trips and valuable giveaways!

Angel the Bald Eagle, and Mark Peterson, visited with MEEC attendees.

Scout Leaders value the Library’s many ideas!

Hundreds of teachers visited the Library at the 2010 Education Minnesota Conference..

You registered to win a field trip, Did you win?

To find out, click here: www.adventurepartners.org and then on our homepage click on your conference.

Look for the FIELD TRIP LIBRARY at the following 2011 Conferences: - MN Teachers of Math, Duluth - MN Catholic Home Educators Ass’n, Saint Paul - MN Music Teachers Assn, Plymouth - Network of Iowa Christian Home Educators (NICHE), Des Moines - MN PTA Convention, Saint Paul - MN Homeschoolers Alliance - Scouting Conference/Webelo Leaders, Fairhaven - Education Minnesota, Saint Paul - MN Community Education Assn, St Cloud - University of Scouting/Fall, Hudson - MN Assn of Charter Schools - Art Educators of Minnesota, Brooklyn Park - Twin Cities Christian Community Fair, Saint Paul - Curriculum Leaders of Minnesota, Brainerd - MN Middle School Assn, Bloomington

Watch for more information about the upcoming FIELD TRIP EXPO on 8/16/2011

HOTELS RESTAURANTS RESORTS Metropolis Resort • Eau Claire, WI

METROPOLIS RESORT FEATURING ACTION CITY & CHAOS WATER PARK

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-Oronoco, MN

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The Metropolis Resort was designed with families and business travelers in mind. You will be amazed by the number and quality of amenities our rooms & suties have for the price. From short visits to extended stays, we have a variety of designer rooms and suites available to meet the specific needs of our guests.

5150 Fairview Drive • Eau Claire, WI 54701

fun for everyone

Action City, our family entertainment center has 55,000 square feet of games, rides, sports and great food, plus outdoor adventures. Action City attractions include: Indoor Go-Karts, a Climbing Wall, Laser Tag, Batting Cages, Mini-Bowling, Bumper Cars, Outdoor Maze, Outdoor Mini-Golf, and Outdoor Sprint Cars.

Chaos Water Park is the world’s only comic book themed waterpark. Scream down slides at lightning speed, float around the lazy river and walk the line on the ropes course. Also, featuring multiple activity pools, a hot tub, and the Splash Bar & Grill. With so much to do, there’s no chance of getting bored!

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Tourism and Minnesota’s Economic Recovery ANNUAL ECONOMIC IMPACT, 2009

TOURISM EMPLOYMENT

Travel/tourism in Minnesota generates: • $11.0 billion in leisure & hospitality gross sales • $3.9 billion in wages • $699 million in state sales tax

Tourism means jobs in communities across Minnesota. The leisure and hospitality industry accounts for:

CONTRIBUTING TO THE ECONOMY • Travel & tourism creates jobs and generates sales in virtually every county of the state.

• Travelers in Minnesota spend more than $33 million a day.

• Travel & tourism has a positive economic impact on a wide variety of businesses, from financial services to printing, and from museums to car rentals, supporting Main Street businesses across the state.

• The leisure and hospitality industry accounts for 17% of Minnesota’s state sales tax revenues.

• Tourism is comparable to agriculture in its contributions to the gross state product.

GROWTH IN THE TOURISM INDUSTRY Sales at leisure and hospitality businesses grew 36% from 2000 to 2009 1985 - $3.2 1990 - $4.0 1995 - $5.6 2000 - $8.1 2005 - $10.2 2009 - $11.0

Leisure & Hospitality Gross Sales (in billions) 1985-2009

• 243,100 full- and part-time jobs * • 11% of the state’s total private sector employment.

GROWTH IN LEISURE & HOSPITALITY JOBS 1985 - 159,860 1990 - 181,956 1995 - 214,265 2000 - 235,023 2005 - 242,304 2009 - 238,130 2010 - 243,100 *

Leisure & Hospitality Employment 1985-2010

* Projected

• Leisure and hospitality employment was up 2% in 2010 over 2009 • Leisure and hospitality has been among Minnesota’s top industries for job growth coming out of the recession.

• Minnesota’s leisure and hospitality job growth ranked 5th in the nation, with 245,300 jobs in November 2010, a 4.5% increase over November 2009. (Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal) CHANGE IN MINNESOTA LODGING DEMAND (Rooms Sold)

Source: STR (Smith Travel Research, Inc.)

RETURN ON INVESTMENT Every $1 invested in state tourism marketing returns an estimated: • $4.60 in state and local taxes • $20.40 in wages • $53 in gross sales The economic impact of travel & tourism in Minnesota ranks significantly higher for some measures compared to other states: 28th 22nd 18th 14th 9th

TRAVELER EXPENDITURES BY SEASON

37%

24%

Summer

Winter

0.1% -2.1%

3.2% 3.4%

-5.6% 7.4%

*year to date through November

Demand for rooms at Minnesota lodging properties bounced back substantially in 2010, reflecting an increase in business and leisure travel.

TRAVELER SPENDING BY SECTOR

Minnesota Ranking Among States State Tourism Office Budget Traveler Spending Travel-Generated Employment Travel-Generated Payroll Travel-Generated Tax Receipts

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 *

Spending during Minnesota’s 39 million annual person-visits is distributed throughout the economy: • Shopping 25% • Recreation 25% • Food 24% • Lodging 14% • Transportation 12% Information for the tourism industry, including additional research reports and information on state tourism marketing programs, is available at: www.industry.exploreminnesota.com

(Jun-Aug)

(Dec-Mar)

14% 25% Fall

(Sept-Nov)

Spring

(Apr-May)

Sources: Explore Minnesota Tourism, spring/summer 2000; The Economic Impact of Expenditures by Travelers on Minnesota, June 2007-May 2008, Davidson-Peterson Associates; Minnesota Department of Revenue, 2009; Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, 2009; Bureau of Labor Statistics; U.S. Travel Association.

Produced by Explore Minnesota Tourism, an office of the State of Minnesota. 1/11

Motorcoaches / Buses Richfield Bus Company • Bloomington

Richfield Bus Company Bloomington, MN

We Specialize in Student Travel... from local daytrips to long distance trips.

We have several large trailers to accommodate your needs for any venue. Our trailers are set up with optional rolling racks for Band Uniforms, Choir Robes, Instruments, or any item too bulky or heavy to be carrying around. Our rolling racks are built with lock down bars keeping your items secure from bouncing off the racks and onto the ground. These rolling racks make for an easy access option allowing you to roll right out of the trailers to your function onsite. From bicycles to motorized vehicles, we can carry it all!

• Testimonials • Rosemount High School Marching Band

I wanted to share with you our EXTREMELY POSITIVE EXPERIENCE with your INCREDIBLE BUS DRIVERS this past weekend!!!

WOW!!! These bus drivers – Greg, Mike, Dan and Dave – are the most incredibly professional, kind, positive-minded, dependable and responsible drivers in the business! Very impressive people, driving beautiful motorcoaches that allow us as teachers to offer a highly memorable and educational experience to our students.

Our trip to St. Louis with the Rosemount HS Marching Band was highly successful – due in large to the bus drivers (and the equipment they operated) that got us there and back safely, timely and happily!

Richfield Bus Company is a great motorcoach operation – thanks for all that you do to provide such outstanding and high quality service, people and buses.

With sincere gratitude and thanks, Steve, Rosemount HS Band Director

Prior Lake Middle Schools

I have attached a photo of the Prior Lake Middle Schools 7-8 Honor Band in front of the Richfield Bus we chartered for our recent tour to Chicago. Our driver Tim was exceptional in his professionalism and help during the duration of our time on his equipment and made for a very memorable experience for our students.

Thank you for providing such excellent coach service for this trip! We would love to use Richfield Bus Company again for future tours!

Sincerely, Brian, Director of 7-8 Bands - Twin Oaks Middle School

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A Great Tip to Increase your Fundraising Sales!

Markita Andrews sold more cookies than anyone had ever sold in the history of Girl Scouts. During an interview with Johnny Carson, Markita said it was definitely hard work knocking on all those doors... but when someone answered, she usually sold them 3 boxes of cookies.

Here's what Markita said was the secret for her great success...

"When someone answered the door, I'd ask them if they could make a $30,000 donation to the Girl Scouts or, at least, buy 3 boxes of cookies."

Markita probably didn't realize she was using the powerful selling principal known as the LAW OF CONTRASTS. The LAW OF CONTRASTS states that when a person is given only one option, they decide 'yes or no'. However, when a person is given 2 options, they decide 'which is better'. Fundraisers who offer only one option put their potential customers in a 'yes or no' position. Fundraisers can use the Law of Contrasts to always give customers 2 options to put customers in a 'which is better' position - and end up selling more fundraising products.

You can use this POWERFUL law to sell more fundraising products... and do so more quickly.

Here’s an idea (using the example of cookies): simply suggest 2 different quantities of boxes to your customers...

"Including all the kinds of cookies you see, would you rather get 3 boxes,

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would you like to get 6 boxes so you can save 3 for later?"

Watch sales grow as neighbors, friends, and family-members buy more products. Your kids will definitely get more “I’ll take 3 boxes” orders, while helping your organization.

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Minnesota Trivia Challenge Answers are found at the bottom of this page.

1. The name of the oldest continuously running theater in America: ____________________ 2. The largest dinner theater in America: ___________________ 3. Which MN sculpture garden is the largest urban sculpture garden in America: _______________ 4. The Mall of America is the currently the size of how many football fields: __________________ 5. The length of the Minneapolis Skyway System is how many miles: __________________ 6. How many miles of shoreline does Minnesota have: __________________ 7. What two surgeries were first performed at the U of MN: ____________ & ____________ 8. What Minnesota city is the “lutefisk capitol” of the U.S.: __________________ 9. The worldʼs largest ball of twine in Darwin weighs how many pounds: _____________ 10. What year did Southdale become the first enclosed climate-controlled shopping mall? _____ 11. The water skis were invented in Minnesota in 1922 and used on what MN lake? ____________ 12. What year was the Duluth liftbridge over the shipping canal put into operation? ___________ 13. Rollerblades were invented in 1980, and had how many inline wheels? ________________ 14. What year was the first intercollegiate basketball game in MN played? __________________ 15. The nationʼs first armored cars were built in MN beginning in what year? ______________ 16. SPAM was introduced by Hormel in what year? ________________ 17. What U.S. state currently consumes the most SPAM? _______________ 18. What is the boat-to-people ratio in MN (more than any other state in America)? ___________ 19. Which Minnesota mine is the largest open-pit mine in the world? ______________ 20. How many lakes in Minnesota are named “Long Lake”? ________________ 21. What famous author lived on Plum Creek near Walnut Grove? _______________ 22. The worldʼs largest Paul Bunyan statue is in what MN city? ________________ 23. What bus company had its beginning in Hibbing in 1914? ______________ 24. Who had the first official baseball hit in the Metrodome? _______________ 25. The name of the MN company that invented the snowmobile: ____________________ 26. The largest dala horse in North America is in which MN city? ______________________ ANSWERS: 1. Old Log Theater; 2. Chanhassen Dinner Theatres; 3. The Mpls Sculpture Garden; 4. 78; 5. 5 miles; 6. 90,000 miles; 7. open heart, and bone marrow; 8. Madison; 9.

17,400 lbs; 10. 1956; 11. Lake Pepin; 12. 1905; 13. 3; 14. 1895; 15. 1919; 16. 1937; 17.

Hawaii; 18. 1 to 6; 19. The Hull-Rust Mine in Hibbing; 20. 154; 21. Laura Ingalls Wilder; 22.

Akeley; 23. Greyhound; 24. Pete Rose; 25. Polaris; 26. Mora