Winter Solstice Celebration
Date and Time
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CST
Join us for a family-friendly solstice event at the Neilson Spearhead Center nature preserve! We’ll go for a snowy winter hike or snow shoe, followed by a bonfire with hot chocolate and spiced cider. There will be an opportunity to take part in a brief reflection to mark the longest night of the year.
Location
Neilson Spearhead Center, 48851 County 29, Bemidji, MN 56601
Fees/Admission
Donations will be accepted.
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Contact Information
Amelia Kaiser
Resident Outreach Coordinator
Mississippi Headwaters Audubon Society
(218) 444-8672
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Description
Since Neilson Spearhead Center trails are normally open from only dawn to dusk, this is a unique opportunity to enjoy the preserve after dark and take in the night sky! What we ask you to bring: - Gear for current conditions (warm layers, snowshoes, etc.) - Light source (flashlight, headlamp, etc.) - Mug or thermos (let's make this event environmentally friendly!) About Neilson Spearhead Center: This 466 acres preserve, located just 15 minutes SW of Bemidji, is a true "Walden Pond" of the north woods. Meant for experiential nature education, scientific research, and quiet reflection. All are welcome to walk the 5 miles of trails around Spearhead lake, and renew a sense of wonder for nature and a commitment to the importance of wild places.
