| May 17-20 |
Detroit Lakes Festival of Birds
General Information
2007 Program (PDF - 1 mb.) |
| May 18 |
Visitor Center Now Open Weekends
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| May 31 |
Volunteer Orientation
Contact Janice Bengston for information at 218-847-2641 or Janice_Bengtson@fws.gov |
| June 2,
Saturday, 1:00 pm |
Feather Friendly Hike
Celebrate National Trails Day with a birding hike on Tamarac Refuge. This hike is co-sponsored with the North Country Trail Association’s Laurentian Lakes Chapter. Meet at the Chippewa Picnic Area on Country Hwy 26. You’re invited to bring a sack lunch to eat before we begin. This short and easy hike (2.5 miles round trip) will follow a grassy trail past Booth Lake to Johnson Lake and back. You’ll see a Bald Eagle nest, Trumpeter Swan nesting area and special needs of birds that nest in the forest. Due to bird breeding season, no dogs please. |
June 3, Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
DOUBLE FEATURE Seasons – Take a trip through the eruption of spring, the growth of summer, the harvest and festivity of autumn, and the dormancy of winter. New Energy, see how our state and surrounding region is creating a green energy economy with wind, bio-fuels, and renewable energy technologies.
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| June 8, Friday, 8:00-10:00 pm |
Friday Night Frogging,
Become part of the tradition! Join Kelly Blackledge for a night of frogging. Identify frogs by their calls while learning about their natural history and significance to the ecosystem. Meet at the visitor center. Bring a flashlight and boots or shoes that can get wet. We'll tromp through a marsh and get a close up look at some of these cool, green critters. |
June 10 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Chased by the Light – Learn how renowned photographer, Jim Brandenburg renewed himself through a Zen-like exploration of his craft by taking just one photograph a day for 90 days. |
June 12, Tuesday,
5:30 pm.
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Tamarac Interpretive Association
Annual Meeting |
June 17 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Beavers, the Biggest Dam Movie You Ever Saw! - Take an intimate swim with beavers and experience the rich aquatic habitat of one of nature’s greatest engineers. Great cinematography! |
| June 24, Sunday, 2:00 pm. |
Double Header!
Dragonfly Dreams and Butterfly Kisses
Join local favorite, John Weber for an intriguing look into the secret world of dragonflies and butterflies. Enjoy beautiful photography along with a short walk to observe these creatures in the wild. Learn about their fascinating lifestyles and their significance in the balance of nature.
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July 1, Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Wolves – Discover the world of wolves by plane, helicopter, on foot and through time. Beautiful cinematography! |
| July 4 |
Visitor Center Open |
July 8, Sunday,
2:00 pm |
The Secret Lives of Bears
Join Ranger Janice Bengtson to find out about the unique lifestyle of bears. Learn about some amazing adaptations this creature has acquired over thousands of years of evolution. You'll get to touch a bear paw and hear them "talk."
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| Saturday, July 14, 10:00 am – Noon |
Guided Refuge Tour
Join one of our volunteer guides for an informative and fun adventure on the refuge. Search for wildlife and learn about the natural and cultural history of Tamarac. Meet at the visitor center. |
| Sunday, July 15, 2:00 pm |
Sunday, July 15, 2:00 pm
Kayak Tour
Join Kayak enthusiasts Kelly Blackledge and Refuge Volunteer Cheryl Didier for a kayak cruise on a favorite refuge lake. Learn about future wildlife management plans while searching for wildlife during this special time of year. Meet at the visitor center and caravan to lake. Bring your own kayak or canoe. Life jackets are required |
July 22, Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Strange Days on Planet Earth – The Predators
What happens when predators disappear from an ecosystem? Travel to Venezuela where the natural order has been turned inside out. Then head west to Yellowstone where the majestic wilderness is also showing signs of change that some scientists trace to the depletion of natural predators |
July 29, Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
July 29 Strange Days on Planet Earth – The Invaders -Alien species of plants and animals have invaded every continent. They have enormous powers; they spread disease, they devour our buildings. Some are destroying the very land under our feet. What’s causing this invasion? What can we do to stop it? |
August 5 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Global Warming: The Signs and the Science - Take a journey across America to meet people from every walk of life. Listen to their words and stories which uncover the reality of climate change. Learn the latest from scientists and find out how you can become part of the solution to this issue. |
| Friday, August 10, 9:00 – 11:00 pm |
Owls, Howls and Shooting Stars
Join astronomy enthusiast Denis Mudderman and Park Ranger Kelly Blackledge for an evening of star gazing. During this moonless night, catch sight of the Persied Meteor Shower! While gazing upward, we’ll listen for and identify creatures of the night including owls. We’ll also take a tour of the wild summer constellations including two bears, an eagle and a swan. Bring a flashlight, a lawn chair or blanket. Meet at the visitor center to caravan to observation site. |
| Saturday August 11 10:00 am – Noon |
Guided Refuge Tour
Join one of our volunteer guides for an informative and fun adventure on the refuge. Search for wildlife and learn about the natural and cultural history of Tamarac. Meet at the visitor center. |
| Sunday August 12 2:00 pm |
The Scoop on Poop
For Kids of all ages! We may not see all the critters we want to on the refuge, but they leave plenty behind! Discover the wonders of scat! You’ll even get to create your own animal scat to take home. |
| Saturday August 18 10:00 am – Noon |
Guided Refuge Tour
Join one of our volunteer guides for an informative and fun adventure on the refuge. Search for wildlife and learn about the natural and cultural history of Tamarac. Meet at the visitor center. |
August 19 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Mino-Bimadiziiwin: The Good Life - Ojibwe wild rice harvesting in Minnesota – an engaging portrait of a community on the White Earth reservation where people’s lives revolve around the annual harvest of wild rice. Brand new this season! |
August 26 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Hooked on Hummingbirds - Experience the wonder and enchantment of these tiny jewels. Watch baby hummers grow and prepare to leave the nest. |
| September 2 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Wolves at Our Door – Celebrate the remarkable bonds that can exist between humans and animals |
| September 9 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Bears – Discover the world of bears and experience a fascinating encounter with one of nature’s most inspiring and misunderstood creatures. |
| September 15 , Saturday,
9:00 am |
Morning Paddle
Get on the water with refuge staff and volunteers for a kayak cruise on a favorite refuge lake. Learn about future wildlife management plans while searching for wildlife during this special time of year. Meet at the visitor center and caravan to lake. Bring your own kayak or canoe. Life jackets are required. |
| September 16 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Forest Fungi Walk
Join research plant pathologist Tom Guyla for a walk in the woods. Be in the know! Learn how to identify mushrooms and other fascinating fungi as you enjoy the colors of the season. Meet at the visitor center and carpool to hiking location. |
| September 22 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Fall Hike
Celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week with a hike on Tamarac Refuge. Catch the last sunny rays and color of the season. This hike is co-sponsored with the North Country Trail Association’s Laurentian Lakes Chapter. Meet at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm for an introduction to the North Country Trail and tips on hiking etiquette. We'll carpool to the trailhead. This easy hike is approximately 5 miles round trip and will traverse through a mixed forest. We'll be hiking for about two and a half hours. Special Note: Wearing an article of blaze orange is recommended and dogs on leash are welcome. |
| September 23 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Singing in the Rain Forest – Get a rare glimpse into the world of wood warblers. Learn how they are losing their homes at both ends of their migration routes. Meet people who are taking steps to preserve these critical habitats. |
| September 24-30 |
National Wildlife Refuge Week at the Washington Square Mall
Stop by and see the amazing artwork of the Junior Duck Stamp Contest. Learn how this federal program is encouraging and promoting conservation through the arts. View Minnesota’s winning entries including ‘Best in Show’ which will be entered in the national competition. |
September 29
10 am - 4 pm |
Tamarac Fall Festival
Celebrating Endangered Species Success Stories
Complete Program Information |
| September 30 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Whitetails in America – Capture the intimate details of a deer’s life through the seasons. |
October 6
4 pm |
Tamarac Interpretive Association Raffle Drawing
For More Information see Raffle Page |
| October 14 , Sunday,
2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie
Arctic Dance – A pioneer in the study and protection of Alaska’s rugged wilderness, Mardie Murie’s work fueled the designation of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Become inspired by this legendary conservationist. |
December 2
12 noon - 4 pm |
December Open House |
