The Tale of The Edmund Fitzgerald
Landmarks in Log and Stone: The Civilian Conservation Corps
Lewis & Clark: A Commemoration of 200 Years
Discover the splendor of the
spectacular beauty along the shores of Lake Superior! Enjoy the
crisp weather in our international seaport city located at the
western tip of Lake Superior. UW-Superior is located just ten
minutes away from our sister city (the other port in our "Twin
Ports") Duluth, Minnesota.
Our experienced instructors and
staff are ready to challenge and stimulate you from arrival to
departure. Multiple field trips include two day-long adventures
that will keep you captivated.
- The Tale of the Edmund
Fitzgerald
Learn about the "Big Fitz," her years of service on Lake
Superior, and her mysterious end. What happened? See the
images of her days of splendor and how she rests at the
bottom of the lake today. Learn the stories of the souls
that were lost and those who were left behind. Our speaker
will keep you captivated.
- Landmarks in Log and Stone: The
Civilian Conservation Corps
Explore the history of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC),
how they came to be, and their roll in building some of our
area's best known landmarks. See the quality of their
craftsmanship when we visit Gooseberry Falls and Jay Cooke State
Park.
- Lewis and Clark: A
Commemoration
Their journey was the beginning of Army exploration of the
West. Relive part of this legendary trip as we revisit some
of the significant events and locations of that time. Meet
Sacagawea, Thomas Jefferson, Meriweather Lewis, William
Clark and others as we mark this, the 200 year anniversary,
of their adventure.
Visit the
Elderhostel Web site
to register online, to print a registration form, or call
Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056.