You know you’re someplace special the second you spot the retro glass-bottle pop machine at the door. ![]() Boulders brings a sophisticated atmosphere to a small northern town.Ī vintage-inspired shop that’ll take you back in time, the Walker General Store has something fun for everyone. The menu emphasizes fresh fish plates such as the Crab Crusted Grouper and the Salmon, Meuniere, plus a variety of meats, salads, and appetizers. Located in the heart of downtown Walker, a side window allows a sneak peek of the action: you can watch your pizza crust being tossed in the air.Ī short drive past the main street, Boulders sits atop a hill and offers a peaceful fine-dining experience. Its homestyle menu offers plates from handmade pizzas to the “world famous” full pound Leech Lake Burger, which few have been able to tackle in one sitting. After a long night of poker and slots, head to the sauna and jacuzzi for some relaxation.īenson’s is a Walker staple. This hotel has a great lodging experience for the night crawler looking for fun. More of a late-nighter? Just up the road from downtown Walker is the Northern Lights Casino Hotel, which glows all night long and houses special events and concerts. Other amenities include the Aveda Copper Door Spa, where a Chakra Massage is a must, and the intimate two-lane bowling room, Chaser’s Alley. Situated right on the lakefront of Walker Bay, you can grab a cocktail from the outside patio bar and sit back to watch the sunset on the sandy beaches of Leech Lake – that is, right after you’ve had a plate of the Walleye Wild Rice Cakes at the elegant 502 restaurant. This historic hotel was recently restored to the charm of its glory days in the 1920s, and is ideal as a stress-free weekend getaway for those headed up North for luxury in lieu of fishing. Not only does Walker have some of the best fishing opportunities for walleye and muskie, it brings fun for everyone with endless things to do and places to go for any occasion – a family trip, girls’ weekend getaway, you name it. Bustling with tourists and welcoming hometowners, Walker is a hidden gem providing breathtaking views over Walker Bay on Leech Lake. Learn more and register for this event.Take a three-hour scenic drive northwest of the Twin Cities and you’ll find the serene, small city of Walker. Anyone and everyone who wants to learn more about science and conservation at TNC is invited to join. Science Thursdays are a monthly event series where TNC and partners share their findings from on-the-ground conservation science. ![]() Annette Drewes (TNC) and Melinda Neville (LLTC) as they share programs and priorities in Indigenizing Science. As part of preparing the next generation of scientists and resource managers, LLTC has partnered with TNC to build more opportunities and stronger mentorships for students. At Leech Lake Tribal College, the Anishinaabe Gikendaasowin degree program centers environmental research with Anishinaabe values at the core of both the curriculum and research agenda. Tribal colleges and universities have been at the forefront of Indigenizing higher education to be more reflexive and responsive to Native American students. March 23: Indigenizing Science, Anishinaabe Gikendaasowin Program at Leech Lake Tribal College (LLTC) ![]() This virtual event series gives attendees an up-close look at some of the science that drives our conservation work in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and beyond.
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