Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center recently enhanced its trail system by installing interpretive trail signs in strategic locations. The design of the signs subsequently won a bronze medal from the Summit International Awards – the oldest and most prestigious organization administering marketing awards exclusively for firms with limited billings. The project was funded by a $5000 Arrowhead Electric Cooperative Operation Round-Up... READ MORE >
Come enjoy the spring warbler migration on the North Shore. Sedna Cedarstone, master naturalist and longtime (20 years) birder will take curious beginner level birders on two separate hikes with varied bird habitat. On May 18, we will travel to Oberg Mountain, an elevated hike with known sightings of many native and migrating warblers. On May 19, we will travel... READ MORE >
Where better to take the Northwoods-Great Lakes Master Naturalist course than right on the shores of Lake Superior at Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center? Join Sugarloaf naturalist Margie Menzies at Sugarloaf Cove as she teaches another Master Naturalist course. This 40-hour hands-on course program was developed through the University of Minnesota Extension Service to educate adults about Minnesota’s natural resources, empowers... READ MORE >
Ahhh, January in Minnesota! It can be lots of things… probably cold, probably snowy, but definitely beautiful. Join us at Sugarloaf Cove on Saturday, January 12, from 5 to 8 p.m. for a winter exploration under the light of the moon. We will have a campfire, toast some marshmallows, enjoy hot beverages and see what’s happening first hand. A torchlight... READ MORE >
If you are fascinated with the wonder of spiders and their webs, pre-register and join Larry Weber on August 25 for an evening walk looking at webs and their spiders. We will investigate at Sugarloaf Cove to see which members of the spider world live here and what are their unique strategies for success in catching tasty morsels, and who... READ MORE >
Do you want to remove invasive plants like tansy or Canada thistle from your land but don’t know how or don’t have the right equipment? The Community Forest Restoration Shed at Sugarloaf Cove houses tools, herbicide application equipment, and herbicides that are available for anyone to use. The two-hour class will be held Monday, August 13 at 6 p.m. People... READ MORE >
Who are the summer bird residents of the maple forest at the Lutsen scientific and natural areas (SNA)? Few birds are year round residents; most spend their winters to the south. What is their story? There’s a lot of nesting and breeding going on at this point in the summer. Who mates for life, and who’s a two-timer? There’s a... READ MORE >
