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We’re very accommodating Minot has room for you! There are currently 32 hotels/motels and a one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast, together offering over 2,900 sleeping rooms. Each property has its own unique amenities to suit your fancy and many of the long-standing properties have undergone complete renovations to help you feel more at home. The easy-to-use hotel availability feature on the Visit Minot website at www.visitminot.org can be big help when planning a trip. Catch a great deal on your next overnight stay on the Visit Minot website, http://visitminot.org/deals. A perennial favourite is Sleep Inn & Suites, which offers 176 deluxe guest rooms, 56 of which are suites, as well as the Splashdown Dakota Super Slides Water Park and a stateof-the-art Convention Center, all connected to Dakota Square Mall. With its addition in 2007, the hotel is now the largest in its chain, Choice Hotels. All rooms include a refrigerator and microwave, full access to Splashdown Dakota Super Slides Water Park, deluxe “Morning Medley” continental breakfast and free high speed wireless internet access. And, Fido and Missy are as welcome as their human friends, as the hotel is also pet friendly.
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Seven meeting rooms include twin multimedia banquet/event rooms, twin boardrooms with executive chairs and a presentation theater with seating for 60 classroom style. For those looking to relax, “The Best Kept Secret Lounge” is open every day except Sunday. The Splashdown Dakota Super Slides fea-
Classic! A brand-new event for Minot will bring the classics to the Magic City on May 12 and 13. The classics, of the vehicular and musical variety, will take centre stage during the Music Stars & Classic Cars event. During the afternoons, the cars and other classic vehicles will fill the parking lot at the Dakota Square Mall, with the music turned up at night.
The all-star musical lineup will take the stage in the evenings at the recently-completed Pepsi Arena at the Maysa. Performers will include Chubby Checker, Herman’s Hermit’s starring Peter Noone, Brian Hyland, Johnny Tillotson, Freddy Cannon, and Joey Dee and The Starliters. Rocky and the Rollers will back up the bands and perform both nights. Attendees are encouraged to dress up
ture three-storey-high waterslides, a children’s play pool, a 2,500-square foot activity pool and a 48-person hot tub. A big bonus is that the Sleep Inn & Suites is connected to the Dakota Square Mall, making it easy to take in all the amenities and store at the recently renovated and expanded mall.
in their best “theme” wear. Door open at 5:30 both nights, with the concerts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door and $65 for a two-night ticket. Tickets are available at Marketplace Foods and the Visit Minot office. “It’s a really fun thing,” says Phyllis Burckhard, executive director of the Minot Visitors and Convention Bureau. When she says the event will “kick-start” the summer
In addition to the mall, there are numerous other local sites, activities and attractions to explore near the hotel, making it easy to shop and explore. The hotel also offers a free shuttle service to make it even easier. With the recent airport expansion, many Canadians stop off in Minot on their way else-
season, it could be taken literally, as classic motorcycles will also be featured. The concerts will not only be music to the ears, but are a chance for the Magic City to show off its new Pepsi Arena. After a little more than a year of construction, the new Pepsi Rink, part of Maysa, cost about $10.9 million. It features 1,800 stadium seats plus another 250 barstool seats that extend around the rink, four indoor ticket
where, spending a new days before or after their flight. While they’re away, their vehicle will be safe in the hotel parking lot until they return. Sleep Inn & Suites’ motto is “Dream Better Here” and with all its amenities and the easy access to all Minot has to offer, the good dreams can last all day.
windows, a merchandise store, LED lighting and improved handicapped seating from the other two rinks at Maysa Arena. In addition to being a music venue, the arena is also home to the Minotauros, Minot State and the Minot High girls and boys hockey teams. Visit www.visitminot.org/calendar for more information on Music Stars & Classic Cars, and other exciting Minot events.
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Fun in the sun Spring lures everyone outside, and Minot has numerous opportunities for individuals and families alike to have fun in the great outdoors. wwe than a dozen parks in the Minot Park District, offering something for everyone to enjoy. The kids will like the Oak Park Splash Pad. Free to the public, Oak Park also includes a playground, a sand volleyball court, band shell, walking trails and picnic shelters. In addition to its renowned zoo, Roosevelt Park also features a swimming pool, beach volleyball, a playground, tennis courts, gardens and more. The $4 fee for the pool includes pool, kiddy pool and waterslide.
The choice is almost endless, with the numerous parks offering a wide variety of outdoor options, as well as miles of trails. There’s even a place for the furry canine tourist to enjoy at the Dakota Bark Park. The Souris Valley Golf Course has 18 holes open for golfers of all ages and levels. The course features 6,759 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The Jack Hoeven Wee Links is a real golf course consisting of nine holes varying from 60 to 120 yards in length designed specifically for kids. For more information on the attractions offered by the Minot Park District, visit http://minotparks.com.
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Welcome to the latest edition of the MINOT VISITORS GUIDE Writer/Editor: Carol Todd The Minot Visitors Guide was created by Content Works, Postmedia’s commercial content studio.
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THINK SPRING! The summer sunshine is just around the corner and the Minot Park District is excited for the season ahead. The Roosevelt Park Zoo is now open seven days a week. The Souris Valley Golf Course has 18 holes open for golfers of all ages and levels to enjoy. To reserve a tee time contact us at 701-857-4189. The kids can also enjoy a round at Jack Hoeven Wee Links, a real nine hole golf course
designed specifically for kids. The Roosevelt Park Pool, Oak Park Splash Pad and the new Radio City Splash Pad are set to open in June, just in time for the weather to get warm. For more information on our parks and trails please visit our website at www.minotparks.com or contact our office at 701-857-4136. Make sure to tag your park photos at #MinotParks.
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Historically speaking Minot is, of course, considered magic for all the wonderfully alluring attractions it offers. But, there’s an older reason — dating back to the founding of the community. Visitors, and perhaps even a few residents, may be surprised to learn that this bustling city of more than 46,000 people began as a wide spot at the end of a railway line back in the late 1800s. James Jerome Hill became known as The Empire Builder largely due to his activities involving the railroads. But his empire temporarily ran out of steam just outside of what is now Minot in 1889. Seems the builders of the Great Northern Railroad had trouble building a trestle across Gassman Coulee and, with
the prairie cold creeping up, the railroaders halted construction for the winter. A tent city sprang up overnight — as if by magic — a sobriquet that has continued to this day. As was common then, the site of the new settlement was chosen by the railroad, and homesteader Erik Ramstad, whose land was now the site of the fledgling township, went on to become of the new centre’s leaders. The town was named after Henry Davis Minot, a railroad investor and friend of James Hill, and was incorporated as a city on June 28, 1887. Many of the early settlers to the area, and residents of the new community, were from the Scandinavian countries of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and
Iceland. Their heritage lives on today in their descendants who continue to live in Minot, and flavours many of the Magic City’s events and attractions, such as the Scandinavian Park. The Nordic theme extends to the Visitors Center, which is housed in a Norwegian-style building inside the Scandinavian Heritage Center. In addition to providing all the information a visitor may need, the Center also offers a wide selection of Nordic crafts and other items for sale. And, of course, every year the city hostsNorsk Høstfest, North America’s largest Scandinavian festival. Rider Pride? So, what’s with all the Roughrider references that
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abound in and around the Magic City? While it’s true that everyone can be a member of Rider Nation, and many of the good folks of North Dakota do come up to Regina to cheer on the Green & White, the roughrider name doesn’t refer to a football team at all. It actually references Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt (1857-1927), the 26th President of the United States. There’s even a statue of him in Roosevelt Park. The large bronze statue Rough Rider depicts him as a cavalry colonel in the Spanish-American War. It was during that war that he led his rough riders on the charge up San Juan Hill in Cuba, hence the name. And, he’s one of the four presidents that grace Mount Rushmore in South Dakota.
have the information you require before attempting to import items into Canada. • If you are considering the purchase of an item in the United States but are not sure whether it is allowed in Canada, please contact our Border Information Service for assistance. • When picking up parcels in the United States (U.S.), make sure you know the contents and the value of the parcels before re-entering Canada. All travellers are responsible for the goods in their possession when they cross the border into Canada – regardless of whether or not the item belongs to them.
The CBSA encourages travellers to: • Know what you are picking up before you leave home • Open parcels before arriving at the border • Bring an extra copy of the purchase invoice along, as some shippers may not include one in the package • If returning to Canada with gifts, please make sure they are unwrapped when you arrive at the border, as a border services officer may need to examine them to verify your declaration. For more information, visit www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca.
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Extra tips from CBSA The Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) also provides the following information: • You must declare all goods you acquired while outside Canada. If you do not declare goods, or if you falsely declare them, the CBSA can seize the goods. You may permanently lose the goods or you may have to pay a penalty to get them back. • An item that is allowed in the United States may not be allowed in Canada. The importation of certain goods – ranging from weapons to garden plants and baby walkers – is restricted or prohibited in Canada. To avoid the possibility of penalties, make sure you
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With the Victoria Day weekend just ahead and wonderfully warm weather in the forecast, it’s the perfect time to make a run for the border. The United States border, that is, where the friendly city of Minot awaits just miles to the south. Now, with multi-million dollar upgrades to the downtown infrastructure and to the popular Dakota Square Mall, along with completion of the newest and largest airport in the state and the new Pepsi Arena, there are even more reasons to head south. Statistics Canada estimates there were 358,600 total person-visits from Saskatchewan to North Dakota in 2012 (the most recent year figures are available), with most of them (65.5 per cent) traveling for pleasure. More than half the visits were same-day trips. While there are no direct flights from Canada to Minot, many people spend a day or two in Minot on their way to or from other destinations. The newly renovated and expanded Minot International Airport makes that option even more attractive. The airport offers excellent parking, and many Minot hotels also offer parking for those travellers, along with shuttle service to the airport. The main way to get there from here is by road. If you drive yourself, it’s an easy afternoon’s drive of 244 miles or 393 kilometers from Regina to Minot. There are numerous border crossings dotting what is the longest undefended border in the world, several of them in Saskatchewan. There’s a wealth of information on the Visit Minot website www.visitminot.org. Visitors can use the My Map feature of the website to select the places they are interested in visiting and add them all to a personalized map of Minot. The map includes contact information for each venue and is printable so it can be taken on the trip. Don’t fret if you didn’t plan far enough ahead to print the map. Visitors can access the handy mobile site from anywhere. The mobile site is very easy to navigate and can be accessed from any mobile smartphone or tablet device. The website also features a link to valuable coupons, information on events happening in Minot, and information specific to Canadians at http://visitminot.org/canadianinfo/. And coupon books and all the information a visitor might need are also available at the Visitors Center. There’s little point in shopping if you can’t take it home with you, and Canadians staying more than 24 hours can take advantage of some exemptions to the duties levied on imported goods. •Personal exemptions do not apply to same-day crossborder shoppers. •After 24 hours or more, Canadians can take back goods valued at up to $200 (CAN). Alcohol and tobacco cannot be claimed. Goods must be in possession at time of entry to Canada. If the value of the goods exceeds $200 after a 24-hour absence, duty and taxes are ap-
plicable on the entire amount of the imported goods. •After 48 hours or more, Canadians can bring home goods valued up to $800 (CAN) including alcohol and tobacco, within the prescribed limits set by provincial or territorial authorities. Goods must be in your possession. • After seven days or more, the maximum is also $800 (CAN) including alcohol and tobacco products. But, goods may be in possession at time of entry to Canada or can be sent later through courier, mail or delivery agency, except alcohol and tobacco, which must be in possession. All the goods will qualify for duty- and tax-free entry if they are declared at the initial return to Canada. To ensure there are no hassles at the border before leaving for Minot, here are a few tips: • Remember to bring proper identification. Canadian citizens must present one of the following valid Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative-compliant docu-
ments when entering the U.S. by land: a valid passport, NEXUS card, Free and Secure Trade (FAST) card, enhanced driver’s licence (EDL) or enhanced identification card (EIC), or Secure Certificate of Indian Status. Please contact U.S. Customs and Border Protection if you have any questions about the requirements for Canadians to enter the United States. • Visit a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) office to identify any valuables you may want to take to Minot from home. Items like cameras, jewellery and tablets can be itemized and recorded to ensure you have proof that your goods were in your possession prior to leaving Canada. • Check with the CBSA if you plan to change or improve any part of your vehicle. If your vehicle breaks down while in Minot, you must declare the work when you arrive at the border. You may have to pay duty and/ or taxes on the work done.
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Pick Minot State for size, cost - stay for the love of it Many Canadian students choose Minot State University (MSU) because it’s small and affordable — Canadian students pay the in-state tuition rate. With a student body of 3,400, no one gets overlooked. It’s truly a place to Be Seen Be Heard, the university motto. The more time students spend at Minot State, the more they realize they’ve landed at an amazing university. Plus, MSU is the home of the Beavers! Minot State University’s professors know their students by name and have a genuine interest in their success. Outside the classroom, instructors are engaged in real-world professional endeavours and research projects in which they often involve students — even freshmen. Education is hands-on. Whether studying nursing, radiologic technology, communications disorders, criminal justice, music, business administration, or elementary or secondary education, students learn by doing. And they get the support they need to shape the university experiences to their professional goals.
out Minot State’s master’s degrees, too. Recognition Minot State University has been ranked as being a top-choice for Canadian students. In addition, Minot State has earned accreditation for 37 academic programs which means our academic programs meet national and regional high academic standards. NCAA DII athletics Minot State’s 14 athletic programs compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) DII and the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). Whether it’s on the volleyball court, baseball field or in the boardroom, Minot State University graduates are contenders. MSU’s athletic teams compete in football, softball, volleyball, basketball, track, cross-
country, golf, soccer and wrestling. Club hockey sports teams for men and women. You’re invited Canadians are invited to visit the university, tour the campus, talk to professors, meet students and find out about scholarships and tuition rates. If MSU it feels right, it probably is. Once students make that big decision, MSU does everything possible to ensure they receive a superb education and have an amazing time doing it. To arrange a visit or learn more about Minot State University, visit AskMSU.com, call 800777-0750 or check out Facebook. You will love what you see. Submitted by Minot State University
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Minot is said to be the smallest city in the United States to boast an organized symphony. Now in its 89th season, it’s going strong, Although a separate agency, the symphony is a program of Minot State University and the university’s music department. University students make up roughly one-third of the
symphony members at any given time, and the total complement is usually between 75 and 80. Given its success so far, this almost a century-old symphony will continue to attract and entrance music lovers for years to come. Tickets are now on sale for the 2017-2018 season.
For more information, visit www.minotstate.edu/symphony
Active campus and community Minot State has a cool campus. Compact, clean, and comfortable, it’s as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside. It not only looks great, it’s high-tech. There are numerous computers dispersed around campus — students practically don’t even need one of their own. Students looking for something to do will find a lot going on: Beaver athletic events, studentplanned concerts and activities, art, music and theatrical presentations, along with a fabulous new Student Wellness Center. Canadian students can always find comfort and great food while living on campus. Within a few minutes, there are classrooms, the Beaver Dam, the Dome, the theatre and the concert hall. Prices for the residence halls and food plans are extremely affordable. For specific details, visit AskMSU.com. Majors, majors and more majors It’s no problem if students are undecided about their major. Minot State is a great place to explore options before settling on one of 60 majors. MSU also has an excellent track record for preparing students for advanced study in medicine and other healing professions. Its education, physical education, corporate fitness, athletic training and communication disorders programs are some of the best. If graduate school is in their future, students can check REG00255375_1_1
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Upcoming Events! May 14 Zoo Mothers’ Day Roosevelt Park Zoo, 10 a.m. Celebrate moms at the zoo.
May 12 to 14 The Ultimate Garage Sale Weekend Throughout Minot, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. iHeart Media city-wide garage sale. May 12 and 13 Music Stars & Classic Cars Dakota Square Mall, Pepsi Arena Classic car show at the Mall during the day, and music at night with numerous stars. Details on visit minot.org. May 13 Cardianls 3on3 Hoop Extravaganza Nedrose High School, 7:30 a.m. First annual 3on3 Basketball Tournament hosted by the Nedrose Cardinals Athletic Boosters. May 13 Rummage Sale Trinity Homes South Patio, 8 a.m. Trinity Homes Relay for Life Team “Wishing On A Cure” is hosting a free will rummage sale with donations to support American Cancer Society. May 13 Magic City 5k Mud Run Magic City Motocross Track Ruthvillie, 9 a.m. This is a 5K mud run with an obstacle course and $250 cash prize. All the proceeds raise will go toward fixing and maintaining track and equipment. All ages welcome May 13 12th Annual BLT Day Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch, Minot 9 a.m. Purchase plants and flowers raised by residents and staff. Enjoy a BLT lunch with live music and Dakota Cruiser Car show. Proceeds from sale of plants benefit Verendrye Electric Greenhouse Technology Program on the Minot Ranch Campus. May 13 2nd Annual Mother’s Day Celebration ND State Fair Center, 10 a.m. Craft & Vendor Show.
May 15 Ladies Night HealthSource Chiropractic - 1418 S. Broadway, Suite C, (located behind Subway), 5 p.m. HealthSource of Minot is hosting its first Ladies Night. Enjoy food, wine, prizes, and local vendors. May 18 Paint The Town Red Painting Class Taube Museum of Art, 6:30 p.m. This is an evening of entertaining art instruction by Minot local artist Janie Myers. No experience required. $35 for non-members, $32 for members, includes all supplies. Must be 21 years of age or older. Class size is limited, so register online at www.taubemuseum.org. May 19 and 20 Avery Brewing Company Launch Party The Tap Room, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Featuring Avery brews and giveaways throughout the night. May 20 Hairball ND State Fair Center, 7:30 p.m. Vocalists Bobby, Steve and Joe Dandy lead the band through a 2+ hour homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. The Hairball stage becomes an entirely new rock concert countless times throughout the night. May 20 Princesses For Pets Riverside Holiday Inn, 10:30 a.m. Come enjoy a day of princesses and superheroes with the Souris Valley Animal Shelter. Games, bouncy houses, face painting, food and fun. Each child must purchase a ribbon of 10 tickets minimum $10. Each station will cost 1-5 tickets. Contact the Souris Valley Animal Shelter 701852-6133 for more information.
May 20 Pioneer Village Historical Museum Season Opening Pioneer Village Historical Museum, southwest corner of the North Dakota State Fairgrounds, 12 p.m. Down on The Farm will feature displays, food provided by Homesteaders, wagon rides provided by Angelic Gardens. The museum will also be open to the public for tours. The event is free, but freewill donations are appreciated. The museum will officially open for the season on May 16. May 25 to 27 Scheels Fish Fest Dakota Square Mall, Scheels Parking Lot, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Fish Fest is three days of vendors, giveaways, meet and greets, and sales. Experience the One and Only Berkley Truck, meet Scheels ProFishermen and talk with vendor reps from all over the region. Bring the kids for the motorized fish pond and bounce house. June 2 to 4 NADAC Dog Agility Trial Location: Dakota Boys/Girls Ranch Riding Arena, June 2, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., June 3 and 4, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open to the public. For more information, call 701-852-4722. June 4 Creative Night Out First Thursday Events Downtown Minot, 5:30 p.m. This event brings the diverse talents of the community to downtown Minot on the first Thursday of each month through September. Each month will feature three creative types, whether its music, poetry, dance, storytelling or visual arts. For more information see Facebook at Creative Night Out or email creativenightout@yahoo.com. June 5 Run For The Hills Minot Country Club, 6 p.m. United Community Bank hosts the 3rd Annual Run for the Hills featuring a two-mile walk/run with over 1,000 feet of elevation change. Get some exercise, a glimpse of the Minot Country Club and support Companions for Children.
June 6 and 7 Dino Art Taube Museum of Art, 1 p.m. Go back to the Jurassic Era with Paper Mache, paint and more. This is a two-day class for ages: 7+. Visit www.taubemuseum.org/ for more information. June 6 Urban Streets Taube Museum of Art, 10 a.m. Learn how to draw and use color like a graffiti artist. For ages seven and older. Visit www. taubemuseum.org for more information. June 8 Art of the Islands Taube Museum of Art, 1 p.m. Get creative with Hawaiian flowers, palm trees, and tiki statues. For ages six and older. Visit www.taubemuseum.org for more information. June 9 and 10 Minot Relay for Life MSU, in front of Old Main, 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Remember those we have lost to cancer and to Fight Back against it. This is a family-friendly event and open to the public. June 12 The Magic City Taube Museum of Art, 10 a.m. to noon A two-day class for kids ages eight and older where they can build a cardboard city with the favourite landmarks. Visit www.taubemuseum. org for more information. June 12 Rainforest Mania Taube Museum of Art, 1 p.m. Discover tropical creatures and the forest with various mediums. For kids age six and older. Visit www.taubemuseum.org for more information. June 13 Art for Young Children Taube Museum of Art, 10:30 a.m. Sculpt, collage, and eat donuts. For ages four and five. Visit www.taubemuseum.org for more information.
June 13 Mod Fashion Taube Museum of Art, 1 p.m. Fashionable Mod styled art to wear. For ages six to eight. Class size limited to six. Visit www. taubemuseum.org for more information. June 15 Jungle Wonder Taube Museum of Art, 2:30 p.m. Paint the wilds of the jungle on a 12” x 16” stretched canvas. For kids eight and older. June 16 and 17 Minot Ribfest North Dakota State Fairgrounds, 11 a.m. Kick off your summer at this community event for good music and great food. Family-friendly entertainment, kids activities and concerts in the evenings. Visit center.ndstatefair.com for more information. June 17 5K Run for Special Olympics Roosevelt Park, 9 a.m. This is a 5K run fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics athletes in Minot. June 18 Zoo Father’s Day Roosevelt Park Zoo, 10 a.m. Celebrate dads at the Zoo.
For an updated calendar of events and more information about Minot: http:// visitminot. org. While every effort is made to ensure that the information in this listing is correct, details may be subject to change. Please confirm dates, times and admission fees before attending.
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What’s new at the Zoo There’s lots to see and do for adults and youngsters alike at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. As well as taking in all the sights and sounds and hoots and hollers, there are many things to do at the zoo. There are keeper talks and special animal presentations, as well opportunities to watch some of the animals interact with their keepers or even help feed some of the animals yourself. Visit www.rpzoo.com for all the details. There are also numerous special events throughout the season. Coming up in May and June, human moms and dads can visit the zoo for free on their special days — instead of the usual children having to be accompanied by adults, on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, the grownups must be accompanied by a child to take advantage of the special entry fee. New at the zoo this year are two African warthogs, who have joined the resident male. “The ladies are younger than he is. They run like crazy. They are fun to watch,” says Jennifer Kleen, Minot Zoo Crew Executive Director. Kleen says the zoo will also add a goat bridge in the children’s area of the zoo this year. “We are hoping to build up a volunteer base, where volunteers can work along the bridge, helping kids in and out to feed and pet the mini-goats,” she says. Funding for the bridge came from a series of concerts by the Community Rocks! Symphony Orchestra. No word yet on whether or not there will be trolls under the bridge. A completely new exhibit this year will be near and dear to the hearts of many Saskatchewan residents. In addition to so many other things, southern Saskatchewan and Minot also share part of the range of the tiny, and endangered, burrowing owl. Populations of these small ground-dwelling birds have been declining since the 1980; it’s estimated that the population has declined by 96 per cent since 1987. They were officially declared an endangered species in 1995. The little owls — they’re less than 10 inches tall and weigh about half as much as a can of soda — will be at the zoo in time to help mark Endangered Species Day. The day is an op-
portunity for people of all ages to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species and everyday actions they can take to help protect them. Endangered Species Day at the Zoo will feature activities and keeper talks from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 19.
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