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The Lodge at Giants Ridge Area Attractions
You'd be surprised. There is so much to do at Giants Ridge, you may never leave the grounds. But when you do, all of Northern Minnesota is at your doorstop!
About the Iron Range
Minnesota's Iron Range is located on the "Mesabi Range," where rich iron ore, the basis of this country's steel industry, has been mined for more than a century. Whether you're viewing the largest open pit mine in the world, climbing aboard gigantic mining equipment or touring a modern-day iron mine, your family can learn about and become a part of the Iron Range's unique mining legacy. The Iron Range stretches from Hibbing in the west to Hoyt Lakes on the eastern end, with eight communities in between: Chisholm, Buhl, Mountain Iron, Virginia, Eveleth, Gilbert, Biwabik and Aurora. United by their common mining origins, each of these cities offers its own particular brand of family fun. You'll discover a region with miles of trails for biking, hiking, skiing and snowmobiling, as well as canoe routes and a one-of-a-kind off-highway vehicle park which offers 1,200 acres of hill climbing and trail riding excitement for motorcycles and four-wheelers. The Iron Range is also a region that is both scenic and historically significant where visitors can enjoy tantalizing European foods and colorful stories about the immigrants who mined and shaped the land. it's all here on the Iron Range!
Recreation in Northeastern Minnesota
The Range is Minnesota's #1 recreation destination for all ages. Families have been enjoying our scenic beauty and outdoor recreation activities for years. We're known as Minnesota's recreational playground and we're proud to hold that honor. With our world famous hospitality and our complete full service rental of everything from scuba gear and snowmobiles to kayaks, pontoon boats and mountain bikes, you don't have to worry about a thing on your next vacation. Make your reservations at The Lodge at Giant's Ridge early so you can come and discover the Iron Range.
Attractions
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area
Great glaciers carved the physical features of what is today known as the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) by scraping and gouging rock. The glaciers left behind rugged cliffs and crags, canyons, gentle hills, towering rock formations, rocky shores, sandy beaches and several thousand lakes and streams, interspersed with islands and surrounded by forest. The BWCAW is a unique area located in the northern third of the Superior National Forest in northeastern Minnesota. Approximately 1.3 million acres in size, it extends nearly 150 miles along the International Boundary adjacent to Canada's Quetico Provincial Park and bordered on the west by Voyageurs National Park. The BWCAW contains over 1200 miles of canoe routes, 15 hiking trails and approximately 2000 designated campsites. Wilderness offers freedom to those who wish to pursue an experience of expansive solitude, challenge and personal integration with nature. Because this area was set aside in 1926 to preserve its primitive character and made a part of the National Wilderness Preservation System in 1964, it allows visitors to canoe, portage and camp in the spirit of the French Voyageurs of 200 years ago.
www.bwcaw.org
Eli Wirtanen Farm
An original Finnish homestead
The Eli Wirtanen Farm was homesteaded in 1904 by bachelor Eli Wirtanen, who built everything on the farm by hand. This self-guided tour, consists of 16 historic buildings including the main house, horse barn, shingle mill, well house, pig pen, bathhouse, and hay shed, along with historic equipment. The farm gives visitors a glimpse of an Iron Range rural Finnish lifestyle at the turn of the century. One of the most unique buildings on the Wirtanen homestead is the bathhouse, which is the only "smoke hole" type bathhouse in the area. Without a chimney, small openings near the roof are opened to let the smoke out. Each building on this 40-acre facility pays tribute to the area's hearty early settlers. Buildings are marked for self-guided tours. Group tours and school groups welcome.
Directions: Located approximately 20 miles south of Biwabik on Highway 4 on the (right) west side.
Admission: Open year round, but it is not plowed in the winter. Admission is FREE.
To learn more, visit the Wirtanen Pioneer Farm website.
www.wirtanenfarm.org
Friends of the Wirtanen Pioneer Farm
Highway 4
Makinen, MN 55763
218-638-2859
218-638-2323
Finnish Heritage Homestead Tours
Finnish customs & costumes
A 15-mile, three-hour guided circle tour in rural Embarrass will give your family a glimpse of the how Finnish pioneers lived in northeastern Minnesota in the early 20th century. You'll view handcrafted log farm structures that are examples of the distinctive construction techniques practiced for centuries in Finland and brought to this country by Finnish immigrants. Included in the tour is a sauna (properly pronounced 'sow-na') listed on the National Registry of Historical Buildings. Old-fashioned looms and antique farm machinery are on display. No visit to Embarrass would be complete without a stop at the Sisu Tori Gift and Craft Shop operated by Sisu Heritage. Five rooms are filled with crafts hand made by over 200 artisans including quilts, ethnic Finnish items, knitting and carvings. Directions: Located on Hwy 135 approximately 10 miles north of Aurora or 10 miles south of Tower, in the community of Embarrass. Tour guide recommended. Available by reservation. 218-984-2084. Admission: Call for tour times. The tours begin at the Visitor's Center from the intersection of Hwy. 135 and 21 or across the road from Four Corners Cafe. Please make reservations for group tours. 218-984-2084.
To learn more, visit the Town of Embarrass website.
Finnish Heritage Homestead Tours
Hwy 135 and 21
Embarrass, MN 55732
218-984-2084
218-984-2106
Forest History Center
Log-on to experience living history
Minnesota's only authentic 1900's logging camp with costumed performers. Watch as the camp blacksmith diligently pounds iron, the cook prepares meals, the clerk keeps the books or the janitor keeps the fires burning. Then, board the 1901 Log Drive Wanigan, a floating cook shack used when the men and logs headed downstream. Sit on the porch of a 1934 Forest Service Patrolman's cabin, stroll through 2.5 miles of nature trails along the Mississippi River, or climb the 100-foot fire observation tower. An interpretive museum houses pictorial displays and exhibits relating to forestry and logging. Directions: Located on County Road 76 in Grand Rapids near US Highways 169 and 2. Follow Highway 169 to Golf Course Road. Take a right on Golf Course Road and follow about a mile (follow brown signs). Take a right on County Road 76 and follow about a quarter of a mile. Located on the right-hand side of road. Admission: Open June 1 through October 15, Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays noon to 5 p.m. Off-season, the Interpretive Building is open weekdays. Call ahead for exact hours. 218-327-4482. Closed on winter holidays. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $4 for children 6-12, and free admission to children under 6 and Minnesota Historical Society members. Different fees may apply for different events. Tour guide on-site. Available by appointment. Rates and times are subject to change. 218-327-4482.
To learn more, visit the Minnesota Historical Society website.
Forest History Center
2609 County Road 76
Grand Rapids, MN 55730
218-327-4482
http://www.mnhs.org/places/sites/fhc/
Fortune Bay Casino
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Fortune Bay Casino is located 34 miles from The Lodge at Giant's Ridge in a picturesque setting on the shores of lovely Lake Vermilion, surrounded by the wild, pristine beauty of Minnesota’s Northwoods.
1430 Bois Forte Rd.
Tower, MN 55790
218-753-6400
Greyhound Bus Museum
It'll transport you back in time!
The Iron Range is the birthplace of the bus industry in the United States.
It all began in Hibbing with one 'Hupmobile" and two enterprising men who began transporting miners from one town to another. Eventually, the small local business evolved into the country's widely recognized Greyhound Bus Company.
The Greyhound Bus Origin Center traces the history of the bus industry from its humble beginnings using pictorial displays, hundreds of artifacts and memorabilia, audio-visual presentation and a VCR show of "The Greyhound Story - from Hibbing to Everywhere."
A diorama of WWII illustrates how Greyhound contributed to the war effort, and museum displays include a number of vintage buses, such as a 1927 White, 1936 Super Coach, 1947 "Battle of Britain", 1947 ACF "Brill", 1948 Silverside, 1955 Courier 95, 1056 Scenicruiser, 1964 GMC PD-4106, 1967 "Buffalo", 1969 "Buffalo, 1977 MC1-8 and a 1982 MC1-9.
Directions: Exit off Highway 169 in Hibbing onto Howard Street. Follow nine blocks (.7 mile) to 3rd Avenue East. Take a right and follow .7 mile to the Greyhound Bus Museum located on the left-hand side. 3rd Avenue will turn into Greyhound Blvd.
Admission: Open Mid-May Thru September; Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Open on request for special groups in the off season. Adults $3.00, Students $2.00, Children (6-12) $1.00, Tours $2.00 each.
Tour guide on-site. Available by appointment. Rates subject to change.
To learn more, visit the Greyhound Bus Museum website. www.greyhoundbusmuseum.org
Greyhound Bus Museum
1201 Greyhound Blvd
Hibbing, MN 55746
218-263-5814
Hibbing High School, A genuine class act
A grand staircase leads to the medieval castle-like framework of the historic school, built in the early 1920's for almost $4 million. Unique hand-molded ceilings in the foyer welcome visitors and accent the breathtaking auditorium designed after the Capitol Theatre in New York City. Cut-glass chandeliers of crystal, imported from Belgium, light the 1800-velvet seat grand auditorium. The cost of each chandelier in 1920 was $15,000 and today they are insured for $250,000 each. The auditorium boasts a magnificent Barton pipe organ, one of only two that still exist in the United States. Containing over 1900 pipes, the organ can play any orchestra instrument except the violin. Bob Dylan and Kevin McHale attended school here.
Directions: Exit off Highway 169 in Hibbing onto Howard Street. Follow six blocks (.3 miles) to 8th Avenue and take a left. Follow approximately 1 block and the school will be directly in front of you.
Admission: Call for times. Open June 1-Sept. 1. Group tours and school groups welcome. Tour guide recommended. Available by reservation. 218-263-3675
Hibbing High School
801 East 21st Street
Hibbing, MN 55746
218-263-3675
http://www.hibbing.org/attractions.htm
Hibbing Historical Museum
The museum tells the story of Hibbing through models, audio visual, pictorial displays, historic artifacts, and depicts the growth of the town and the history of why it moved. Important events in Hibbing dating back to 1870 are relived by turning the pages in the Hibbing Almanac. A 5' by 8' model of Hibbing shows the town at the time of its incorporation over 100 years ago. An 8' by 16' model of 1913 North Hibbing depicts the growth of the town and illustrates why Hibbing was forced to move. Artifacts and pictures illustrate various themes, as life in Hibbing changed through the years. Directions: Exit off Highway 169 and travel north opposite the Paulucci Space Theatre on 23rd Street in Hibbing. Follow 23rd Street seven blocks (.5 mile) to the Hibbing Memorial Building, which will be on the left-hand side. Hibbing Historical Museum is located downstairs of the Memorial Building.
Admission:
Summer Hours - June-August, Monday - 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Winter Hours - September-May, Monday - Friday - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children 6-12. Group tours and school groups welcome. Rates are subject to change. Tour guide on-site. Available by appointment.
Hibbing Historical Museum
25th Street & 5th Anvenue East
Hibbing, MN 55746
218-263-8522
Hull Rust Mahoning Mine View
Grand Canyon of the North
View the biggest operating open pit iron ore mine in the world, more than three miles long, two miles wide and 535 feet deep. This was the first strip mine on the Mesabi Iron Range. The amazing view continues to grow as the Hibbing Taconite Company Mine expands its mining operations. Rotary drills, 33-cubic-yard shovels and 240-ton production trucks can been seen in action at this National Historic Site. Occasionally, you'll be able to witness a mining dynamite blast used to clear bedrock away to get to the iron ore.
Since 1895 more than 1.4 billion tons of earth have been removed on its 2,000 acres of land, and more than 800 million gross tons of iron ore have been shipped from the mine. At peak production in the 1940's, as much as one quarter of the ore mined in the United States came from the Hull Rust Mine.
A slide presentation in the observation building explains the colorful history of the mine and early miner's activities. An observation building, mine exhibits, mine shovel bucket, mining truck, interpretive graphics and a walking trail make the trip to the Hull Rust Mine View memorable. Visitor information center on-site with area brochures.
Directions: Exit off Highway 169 in Hibbing onto Howard Street. Follow nine blocks (.7 miles) to 3rd Avenue East. Take a right and follow past the Greyhound Bus Museum (located on the left hand side.) Follow signs to Hull Rust. Admission: Open mid-May through September, Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 1-5 p.m.
Hull Rust Mahoning Mine
401 Penobscot Rd
Hibbing, MN 55746
218-262-4166
International Wolf Center
At its multi-million dollar interpretive facility, International Wolf Center visitors learn about the natural history of wolves by observing the resident wolf pack and touring the "Wolves and Humans" and "Little Wolf' exhibits. Program participants can go on evening howling expeditions or hike to a beaver den. Presentations, family day programs and other adventures round out a visit to the Center
1396 Highway 169
Ely, MN 55731
218-365-4695
http://www.wolf.org
Ironworld
Ironworld, located on the edge of the Glen mine, is a museum that collects, preserves and interprets the history of Minnesota's Iron Ranges. The explosive growth of iron mining attracted thousands to northeastern Minnesota. Their courage and tenacity transformed a sparsely populated wilderness into a culturally diverse industrial landscape. Experience the story of Iron Range mining and immigration: the life, the work, the place and the people. Explore history and heritage exhibits, ride a vintage trolley to a former mining location, marvel at spectacular mine views or acquaint yourself with the local history and genealogy collections of the Iron Range Research Center's renowned library and archives. The Iron Range Research Center contains one of the largest genealogical and local history collections in the upper Midwest. Researchers can access: books, census and naturalization records, microfilmed newspapers, passenger arrival records, oral histories, photographs, and more. Visit the Research Center at www.ironrangeresearchcenter.org.
Directions: Located on Highway 169, across from McDonalds, Northwest Airlines and the Iron Man statue.
Admission: Museum is open Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Trolley operations are seasonal. Daily admission is $8 for adults; $7 for seniors; $6 for students 7-17; children 6 and under, free. Admission for special events $2. Discounts available for groups of 20 or more with reservations. Tour guide recommended for groups. Rates are subject to change without notice.
Iron Range Research Center library and archives is open free of charge, year around, Monday - Friday. Open weekends during the summer.
Ironworld
Hwy 169 West
Chisholm, MN 55719
800-372-6437
http://www.ironworld.com
Iron Range Research and Genealogy Center
Trace your roots
The Iron Range Research Center is a library and archival facility located at the Ironworld Discovery Center, Chisholm, Minnesota. A special library, the Research Center focuses on the regional, local and personal history of Minnesota's iron ranges and the people who settled here. An integral part of the Ironworld Discovery Center, the Research Center is a repository and resource for historical documentation and interpretative information. Primary interest areas are geology, mining, settlement, industrial development, immigration, ethnicity, logging, natural resources, social, political and economic history and genealogy.
An archival repository for the written, oral and visual records of the Iron Range Resource's service area, the Research Center serves students, scholars, local historical societies, the media as well as genealogists. As a Minnesota Historical Society sanctioned government records repository, the archives collects and services records from local and regional units of government.
The Research Center focuses on local and regional history of Minnesota's Iron Ranges. The facility is comprised of a library, a microfilm center and an archives. Reference book collections, microfilmed newspapers, maps, and photographs reveal the deep history and heritage of the area.
Extensive genealogy collections contain materials relating to Minnesota and the upper Midwest, such as census, naturalization, passenger arrival records and mine accident reports. The archival collections consist primarily of city, township, political, military, church, civic organizations, and mining records.
Directions: Located in the Ironworld Discovery Center in Chisholm, off Highway 169, across from McDonald's, Northwest Airlines and the Iron Miner statue.
Admission: Open year round, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and extended hours during special Ironworld events. Admission is FREE.
To learn more, visit the Iron Range Research Center website.
To request a Free Heritage & Attraction Brochure, please click here.
Iron Range Research & Genealogy Center
Ironworld Discovery Center
Highway 169 West
Chisholm, MN 55719
1-800-372-6437
http://www.ironrangeresearchcenter.org/
Iron Range Historical Society Museum
19 South Broadway
Gilbert, MN 55741
218-749-3150
Kaleva Island
This historic building is located on Kaleva Island on Long Lake in Eveleth. Dating back to 1929, the handicap accessible two-story building is built with Finnish accents. It consists of the main lodge building and a traditional Finnish sauna. The sauna was the first building constructed on the island, and has been preserved as originally designed. It is a three room building with the sauna room, large dressing room and shower room.
The island also features restrooms, a boat launch and picnic facilities. It is also a great place for fishing and recreational water sports. It has exciting nature and wildlife viewing possibilities with mature pines, birch, spruce, fir, maple and willow. Also found is the rare Moccasin Flower or Lady Slipper.
Kaleva Island
2027 Kaleva Drive
Eveleth, MN 55734
218-744-5042
Directions: From Eveleth, take Highway 53 south to Hwy 37 West. Travel west on Hwy. 37 for approximately two miles. Take a right (north) onto Kaleva Drive and follow road until you reach the historic building located on Kaleva Island.
Kaleva Hall
Kaleva Hall, formerly known as Temperance Hall was a Finntown landmark back in the early 1900's. The Virginia Temperance Society used the hall to provide newly arrived immigrants from Finland an uplifting social outlet. The hall was later sold to the Ladies and Knights of Kaleva, but it still stands as a memorial to the Finnish Temperance Society's part in history. Kaleva Hall is registered as a historic site on both state and national registries. The outside brickwork has been repaired, new windows and doors and the front of the hall have been restored to its original state. New drapes, 150 new chairs, as well as painting of the distinctive metal paneling that has become trademark of the hall, bring life to this nearly century old building. The Kaleva organization provides members cultural ties to their Finnish heritage and also tries to adhere to the same moral and spiritual standard which the Finnish Temperance Society once held.
Laurentian Chamber of Commerce
403 N. 1st Street
Virginia, MN 55792
218-741-2717
Paulucci Space Theatre
Recline comfortably while viewing the night sky inside the planetarium, or watch a stunning large format 70 mm movie on the 40-foot dome. The Theatre shows IMAX style films and is used for solar and planet education. It features a projector system which projects movies over the entire dome, a Spitz Star Projector that can re-create the night sky from any location on earth at any time, and a console with over 24 slide projectors that produce programs with dynamic sound. A 3-D screen surrounds the audience giving them the feeling of being immersed in the film. So wherever you journey -deep into outer space or into the core of an erupting volcano - the audience feels as if they are actually right there. Gift shop on-site.
Directions: Take Highway 169 to Hibbing. The Paulucci Space Theatre is located on the left-hand side / west the corner of Highway 169 and 23rd Street at the Hibbing Community College campus. Admission: Open year round. Rates are $4 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, and children under 4 are admitted free. Rates are subject to change. Call for show titles, show times, group tour information and parties. Theatre is available for rent for activities and meetings. Group tours and school groups welcome. Tour guide on-site. Available by appointment.
To learn more, visit the Paulucci Space Theatre website or email toriekutz@hibbing.edu for more information.
Paulucci Space Theatre
1502 East 23rd Street
Hibbing, MN 55746
218-262-6720
http://www.spacetheatre.mnscu.edu/
St. Louis County 4-H Camp
Located on beautiful Lake Eshquagama the magnificent log lodges of the St. Louis County 4-H Camp hold more than 60 years of history within their walls. The camp's unique and historic lodge was built in 1935 with a $10,000 grant from Sears and Roebuck. More than 3,400 4-H members competed with nearly 300 counties representing 29 states to win the grant. Built of virgin Norway pine logs the lodge measures 120 feet at its greatest length and 80 feet at its greatest width. Built and equipped at a cost of $45,000, today the camp is insured for $2 million. The award winning main lodge features a double fireplace, large dining hall, stage, library, craft area and sleeping units. The camp is open to all children ages 6 to 16, and children do not have to be a 4-H member to attend camp here. Activities include archery, swimming, canoeing, basketball and volleyball. Directions: Located on Lake Eshquagama, 4.4 miles south of Biwabik on Highway 4. Admission: Free walking tour. Camp open June to August. Tour guide on-site. Available by appointment.
St. Louis County 4-H Camp
4913 Pine Lane
Gilbert, MN 55741
218-865-4247
http://www.4hcampmn.com/
Toimi School
The Toimi School paints a picture of Finnish life in northeastern Minnesota in the early 1900's. It was in 1905 when 71 percent of the state's Finnish population lived in the seven-county area of northeastern Minnesota. The Toimi School was built in 1913 and stayed in session approximately 30 years until 1942. It served a 300-member community of 100% Finnish descent and students were only allowed to speak the Finnish language during recess. The school was built by Finnish craftsman in a Finnish construction-style. Directions: Follow the Superior National Forest Scenic Byway (11) from Hoyt Lakes to stop sign / intersection at Highway 16 / Superior National Forest Scenic Byway. Take a left and head east approximately 6 miles. School is located on the right (south) side.
Toimi School
Highway 16
Superior National Forest Scenic Byway
218-848-2247
Toimi
Tower Train Museum
The first shipment of iron ore came out of the Vermilion Range from the Soudan Mine and traveled 68 miles by train to Two Harbors. This marked the beginning of a new era of mining and shipping. The Tower Train Museum, located at the old train depot, symbolizes that exciting time for the mining industry. The 1910 steam locomotive was built for the Duluth and Iron Range Railway to haul ore, passengers, supplies and food. Filled with old pictures, logging and mining artifacts, the museum tells stories of life at the turn of the century. Located on the grounds is the President McKinley Monument to honor the president after his assassination in 1901. Also on site is a two-room trapper's log cabin, picnic area, restrooms, gift shop and information center.
Directions: The museum is located one block east of the intersection of Highway 169 and Highway 135 in Tower, approximately 25 miles from Virginia
Admission: Open weekends after memorial Day until mid June from 10 - 4. Then open 7 days a week from 10-4 through Labor Day.
Tower Train Museum
Old Train Station
404 Pine Street
Tower, MN 55790
1-800-TOWER-MN
Wellstone Memorial & Historic Site
The Wellstone Memorial and Historic Site honors Senator Paul Wellstone and other who died in a 2002 plane crash, south of Eveleth.
Directions: Look for signs on US Hwy 53. Turn east off of US Hwy 53 on Bodas Road (County Road 950) for three miles to an unmarked "pull-off" spot on the left side of the road. There are several interpretive panels on the "legacy trail
United States Hockey Hall of Fame
The US Hockey Hall of Fame is OPEN!!!
The museum is a national shrine of historical significance dedicated to honoring hockey by showcasing all levels of the sport. Entertaining displays and memorabilia give visitors an opportunity to experience the thrilling game action and inspiring achievement of all those involved in the game of hockey. At the Theatre of Hockey Highlights visitors can re-live the 1980 "Miracle on Ice," the US historic and exhilarating Olympic victory over Russia, or watch as the US Women's Gold Medal Winning Hockey Team takes center stage at the 1998 Winter Olympics in Japan. From the Great Wall of Fame of Inductees, the Olympic Display, Gallery of Hockey Art, Mighty Duck Scoreboard, and historic exhibits of famed hockey memorabilia, this is a must visit for anyone interested in hockey.
Directions: Located off US Highway 53 in Eveleth next to the Days Inn on the west side on the top of the hill on Hat Trick Avenue.
Admission: The museum is open daily from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day weekend from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. From Labor Day Weekend through Memorial Day Weekend the museum is open on weekends from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and juniors 13-17, $6 for children 6-12, and under six free. Group tours and school group welcome. Rates are subject to change.
Tour guide on-site. Available by appointment.
U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
801 Hat Trick Avenue
P.O. Box 657
Eveleth, MN 55734
800-443-7825
http://www.ushockeyhall.com/
Virginia Area Historical Society Museum
Dedicated to collecting and preserving the historical treasures of the Virginia area.
Heritage Museum
The Virginia Area Historical Society's Heritage Museum and office is located in the Olcott Park house, the former home of Virginia's park superintendents. The museum is a showplace for the history of Virginia and the surrounding area. Donated by area residents, these items have special significance because they reflect the lifestyle of the region's early settlers. The society's first home was a two-room log cabin built in 1910 by Oscar Hokko, a Finnish immigrant. Originally, the cabin was located 18 miles north of Virginia. After being donated to the society in 1981, it was dismantled and relocated to the shore of Bailey's Lake. When the city of Virginia made the park site available, the log cabin was moved again to take its place as part of the museum complex in Olcott Park, along with a tourist cabin donated to the society by the Soroptimists Club, the Rotary Club and the Lee Anderson family.
Exhibits
The main museum houses three major exhibits: The logging era, Virginia's two decimating fires, and the trolley line that traversed the Iron Range until 1927. In addition, the log cabin exhibits recreate the heart warming feeling of "home" in the early days. Also, hundreds of photos and an outstanding collection of vintage postcards are available to researchers.
Directions: Exit off Highway 53 in Virginia on 9th Street. Go about one half mile. Virginia Regional Medical Center will be on the left and Olcott Park will be on the right. Go to the intersection of 9th Street and 9th Avenue and turn right. Go about one block, and the museum is located on your right.
Admission: Open May 1 through September, Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and October-April, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. No admission fee but donations are accepted. Group tours and school groups welcome. Tour guide on-site. Available by appointment.
Virginia Area Historical Society Museum
800 9th Avenue North
Virginia, MN 55792
218-741-1136
Activities
In Biwabik, meet a beloved character from the children's book Honk the Moose. Honk's statue stands in the town square, and copies of the book, written by former Biwabik schoolteacher Phil Stong, are available locally. The book, which was first published in the 1930s, is based on a true story, and earned the author a runner-up title for the Newbery Medal.
Another site you won't want to miss - and you'd have a hard time missing it even if you tried! - is the world's largest authentic hockey stick in Eveleth. Measuring 107 feet, the stick is aimed at a giant puck, and makes a great background for a snapshot whether you're a hockey fan or not.
Hiking and Biking on the Iron Range
HIKING
Surrounded by the Superior National Forest and the glacial ridges of the Laurentian Divide, the Iron Range is one of the most scenic hiking destinations in the Midwest. Over 175 miles of hiking trails and pristine wilderness offer hikers a truly memorable and diverse experience. Whether you're an avid hiker or just looking for an afternoon walk in the forest, we offer trails to fit everyone's experience and adventure.
View soaring eagles, explore rushing river gorges and scenic lake trails, enjoy plump blueberries or walk through giant stands of three-hundred-year-old white pine trees. Sighting a moose or bald eagle is a common experience here. The area is home to 155 nesting birds and 40 species of wildlife. Fall brings unbelievable autumn colors and fresh fragrance to our forests; perfect for an afternoon hike.
Popular casual recreation trails include Bear Head Lake State Park, Big Aspen Recreation Area, McCarthy Beach State Park, Laurentian Divide, Lookout Mountain, Giants Ridge, and Carey Lake.
BIKING
The Mesabi Trail is a paved trail that currently spans over 70 miles. Access points are available in the Iron Range communities in Hibbing, Chisholm, Buhl, Mt. Iron, Virginia, Eveleth, Gilbert, Biwabik and Aurora. The trail provides an unbelievably scenic walk or leisurely evening stroll between communities.
Wilderness trails such as Bird Lake, Otto Harris Lake, Peloquin Wildlife Management Area, Thistledew Lake and Sturgeon River provide great outdoor adventure. The Superior National Forest Scenic Byway from Silver Bay to Hoyt Lakes offers traveler's many easy walking trails, wildlife viewing impoundments and great direct access to unbelievable wilderness scenery. Make sure to bring a camera and binoculars. For a trail map click here or visit, http://www.mesabitrail.com
MOUNTAIN BIKING at GIANTS RIDGE
Scenic Trails & Beautiful Woodlands! Mountain bikers can enjoy more than 60 kilometers of trails consisting of single track, cross country ski trails, snowmobile trails, and abandoned logging roads that make up some of the best riding in the area - and it's all at Giants Ridge! This is Minnesota recreation at its finest! The best time to mountain bike at "the Ridge" is from May through October. Mountain bike rentals are available on-site at the Giants Ridge Rental and Bike Shop.
Season
Trails are open Spring through Fall; mid-August through October is recommended.
For all the paths you travel in life, make sure some of them are dirt. We invite you discover why northeastern Minnesota's Iron Range is "A Great Way to Getaway!"
ATV/OHV Riding on the Iron Range
Exceptional Terrain Riding
The Iron Range region is home to Minnesota's first off-highway vehicle and ATV park. Located in Gilbert, the 1,200-acre Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area is managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and features more than 30 miles of trail possibilities, diverse riding terrain and unbelievable scenic overlooks. The park offers trails for 4x4 vehicles, motorcycles, and All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs).
Iron Range OHV Park - Gilbert
For more information on the Iron Range OHV Recreation Area, call 888-MINN-DNR or 218-748-2207
Camping
The Sherwood Forest Campground in Gilbert is located adjacent to the Minnesota OHV Recreation Area by dirt trail.
More Information
For more information on these trails, please the DNR at 1-888-MINN-DNR.
The Iron Range region offers riders more opportunities and more diverse terrain and great riding experiences than any other area in the state of Minnesota.
Many lodging facilities and campgrounds cater to ATV-OHV riders and some offer special lodging packages. The region is also home to Polaris, Yamaha, Honda, Arctic Cat, and Bombardier factory authorized dealers and service centers for your convenience.
Snowmobiling in northeastern Minnesota's Iron Range
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For more information about snowmobiling or skiing in northeastern Minnesota's Iron Range, please call 800-777-8497 or click here.
The most scenic and best-groomed snowmobile trails in the Midwest await snowmobilers on Minnesota's Iron Range. We offer more than 2,000 miles of excellent, groomed and well-signed snowmobile trails. Our extensive trail system winds across a variety of terrain and breathtaking northern Minnesota scenery. With over 500 lakes and rivers in our region, these frozen waterways also provide exceptionally scenic northeastern Minnesota riding opportunities. Combine our pristine forests and abundant wildlife with an average snowfall of over 100 inches, the Iron Range region is truly a snowmobiler's paradise. From these trails, you can ride for hours in every direction. Our trails have direct access to lodging, gas, dining, and entertainment. Because of the extensive amount of tree cover on our trails, we are able to open trails earlier and keep them open longer than most areas in Minnesota. Many northeastern Minnesota lodging properties also offer snowmobile lodging packages. We offer accommodations for both large and small groups, spacious rooms, suites with fireplaces and jacuzzis, and even chalet cabins complete with full kitchens, fireplaces, laundry facilities, saunas and barbeque grills. We have direct connections to the state-managed Taconite Trail that stretches 170 miles between Ely and Grand Rapids and direct spur connections to the state-managed Tomahawk Trail that travels 86 miles to Lake Superior's North Shore. We are also a gateway to the state-managed Arrowhead Trail that travels all the way to International Falls bordering Canada.
Winter Wonderland
During an Iron Range winter, being cold is optional. That's because there are plenty of ways to keep your blood pumping...275 km of cross country ski trails and more than 3,000 scenic miles of snowmobile trails just waiting to be explored. The Midwest's best rated ski destination, Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort, is also located here. With 34 alpine runs and exceptional facilities, Giants Ridge is one of winter's hottest spots! For a magical winter experience, try nighttime cross country skiing on lighted trails. Don?t have skis or a snowmobile? There are plenty of convenient and affordable places to rent everything you need for wintertime fun, not to mention all the great summer rentals available throughout the Iron Range. Our location -- just three hours north of the Twin Cities -- makes the Iron Range an easy-to-get-to, low cost getaway any time, including winter! Check our web site or call for a free ski information and maps or information on Giants Ridge.
Northern Minnesota Golf
Golf Digest ranked The Quarry at Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort "The Number One Public Golf Course in Minnesota," and The Legend was ranked #4 in Minnesota. Golfweek also ranked The Quarry #1 in Minnesota. Giants Ridge was also named "One of the Top Six Golf Destinations in the World" by Golf World Magazine.
Fishing within the Iron Range
It's not how many fish you catch.....it's how many kinds of fish you can catch!
There are so many days in a year when anglers can enjoy excellent fishing on the Iron Range--365 to be exact. From the peak of summer through the chill of winter, visitors are invited to fish all along the Iron Range. From secluded, rock-walled lakes to peaceful stretches of slow-moving rivers, the region offers excellent opportunities for shore or boat fishing. Crystal clear glacial lakes offer walleye, northern pike, bass, crappie and muskie and beautiful grand canyon-like reclaimed mine pit lakes are stocked with rainbow, brook and lake trout. Scenic flowing rivers host excellent walleye and northern pike populations, and isles of beautiful trout streams let anglers wade-in and explore true wilderness trout fishing. Canoe portage lakes offer those seeking solitude access to the Superior National Forest in all its splendor. Fishing guides area available on selected lakes and area resorts rent fishing boats, pontoon boats and ice fishing houses. Fishing piers throughout the region are great--and safe--for family fun. If you enjoy pristine wilderness, sky blue waters, wildlife watching and great fishing then we invite you and your family to pack your fishing gear, hook up the boat and trailer and find out why the Iron Range is "A Great Way to Getaway!"
Canoeing and Kayaking
The Iron Range is blessed with miles of majestic waterways. With over 320,000 acres of the Superior National Forest surrounding 500 lakes and rivers, the area is known for its' scenic beauty and canoeing adventures. Our scenic beauty hasn't changed much since the early voyageurs and fur traders paddled our waters in the early 1800's. Pine studded shorelines and glacial rock outcroppings combined with excellent walleye, bass, northern pike, and crappie fishing have created a canoeing legacy. Discover the St. Louis River, a popular state-designated canoe route and the route of the early voyageurs. The river offers casual and relaxing canoeing in its' southern portion and more wilderness and portages in its' northern section. Whitewater rafting and kayaking are available in the extreme lower portion of the southern route. Campsites and picnic areas are available on the river. Canoe on our area lakes to observe wildlife and untouched wilderness. The Iron Range region is home to 155 nesting birds and 40 animal species. Moose and bald eagles are a common sight observed by our many paddlers. Watch a loon dive for minnows or a moose wade in the water or imagine what scenic wonders lie around the next bend or in the next bay. No permits are required to enjoy our land of sky blue waters. Once you experience our crystal clear waters, you'll never want to leave.
Kayaking is becoming a popular Iron Range recreational sport. The St. Louis River, in its' lower southern section, offers rapids classified from one to four. Sea kayaking on our larger lakes provides an unbelievable adventure from the novice to the experienced sea kayaker. Spring Creek Outfitters can provide everything from canoe and kayak rental to complete packages that include gear, life jackets, tents and fishing poles. They'll even provide direct access transportation with you and your gear to and from your waterway destination if you so desire. The U.S. Forest Service maintains many portage-in wilderness lakes in the area with a few secluded campsites on each lake to provide that true wilderness experience. For more specific information on these sights, contact the Laurentian Ranger District office at 218/229-8800 or email them at laurentian@fs.fed.us for free wilderness canoeing information. Imagine watching the Aurora Borealis in the night sky as your campfire glows and your family is roasting smores on the open fire. The smiles and laughter from your family will only interrupted by the loon's song echoing off in the distance. We invite you and your family to experience memories and adventures that will last a lifetime. So put your paddles and fishing gear in the car and discover why the Iron Range is "A Great Way to Getaway!"
Disc Golf
It's a little bit golf, a little bit Frisbee? and a whole lot of fun! The Giants Ridge Course is the first alpine disc course in Minnesota. The 9,000-foot course leads players through a challenging series of 18 holes that are actually chest-high baskets designed to catch the Frisbee-like discs. Disc golf is played much like traditional golf but instead of a ball and clubs, players use a flying disc or Frisbee. According to the Professional Disc Golf Association, the sport was formalized in the 1970's, and shares with "ball golf" the object of completing each hole in the fewest number of strokes (or, in the case of disc golf, fewest number of throws). A golf disc is thrown from a tee area to a target, which is the "hole". The hole can be one of a number of disc golf targets; the most common is called a Pole Hole-an elevated metal basket. As a player progresses down the fairway, he or she must make each consecutive shot from the spot where the previous throw has landed. The trees, shrubs, and terrain changes located in and around the fairways provide challenging obstacles for the golfer. Finally, the "putt" lands in the basket and the hole is completed. Disc golf shares the same joys and frustrations of traditional golf, whether it's sinking a long putt or hitting a tree halfway down the fairway. There are a couple differences though, including you probably won't need to rent a cart, and you never get stuck with a bad "tee time." Disc Golf is designed for people of all ages. Be sure to try out the hottest new sport on your next trip to the Iron Range's Giants Ridge! This is a great family entertainment value.
Fees: $5 per round/adult; $3/children 14 and under. Rates are subject to change without notice.
Hours: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Distance: 9,000+ feet.
Rental: rental discs available in Giants Ridge Rental Shop. Prices are subject to change.
Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
Box 190, Highway 135
Biwabik, MN 55708
1-800-688-7669 or 218-865-3000
Superior National Forest Scenic Byway
The newly built Superior National Forest Scenic Byway travels through the heart of the Superior National Forest connecting Silver Bay on Lake Superior's North Shore to Hoyt Lakes / Aurora on the Iron Range. This 61-mile scenic drive is an exciting route for truly enjoying the outdoors. There are endless opportunities to view birds and wildlife, to enjoy recreational attractions and to explore the history and heritage of the area. This spectacular drive is filled with amazing adventures and hidden treasures waiting to be discovered and explored. It features breathtaking panoramic views, exciting attractions, camping, fishing piers, beaches and offers solitude with picnic areas, canoeing, hiking and skiing trails. Outdoor bathrooms are found along the route including Skibo Vista Scenic Overlook, Cadotte Lake Recreation Area, Sullivan Lake Campground, and White Pine Interpretive Trail. Lodging, shopping, dining and gas are found in the communities of Aurora and Hoyt Lakes. To order a free Superior National Forest Scenic Byway brochure highlighting the route call 800-777-8497.
Fall Colors & Driving Tours
FALL COLOR SCENIC DRIVE OPTIONS
A great way to explore the breathtaking views of fall is on spectacular scenic drives. To follow you will find highlighted driving routes where you can experience Iron Range fall colors in all of their colorful glory!
Scenic Drive Option #1: The Laurentian Divide Recreation Area is located four miles north of Virginia with the opportunity to walk the Physical Fitness Trail and the Lookout Mountain cross-country ski trails. These trails will take you through some of the most colorful maple stands in the area.
Scenic Drive Option #2: From Virginia, take Highway 53 north for 8 miles to County Road 131. Turn right for 1 mile then left on County Road 68 for 0.3 miles. Continue north on County Road 405 to Forest Road 256 (gravel). Travel north on Forest Road 256 to Highway 1. You will pass the Pfeiffer Lake Campground and Picnic Area. Stop for a picnic lunch! This is a leisurely drive through a beautiful part of the Laurentian Ranger District. At Highway 1 you can turn right and go to Highway 169 or go left to Highway 53. Before you get to Highway 53 you will see County Road 381 to the south. Follow this gravel road. It turns into County Road 467 and leads you back to Highway 53.
Scenic Drive Option #3: Big Aspen Trail. Follow the directions for #2 and you will see the Big Aspen Trailhead. Walk, bike or ATV along the 20 miles of trails that loop up onto scenic ridges. Trail maps at each junction help you find your way.
Scenic Drive Option # 4: The Superior National Forest Scenic Byway (also known as Forest Highway 11 or County 110) east of Hoyt Lakes is a great place to view the colors. It holds some hidden treasures if you can leave the paved road and travel the gravel roads.
Directions: Follow the Highway from Hoyt Lakes east and south. You will pass the Skibo Vista road. The vista was where an old fire lookout tower used to sit. It is certainly worth the trip to the top of the hill.
Keep going to the stop sign. Turn right on County Road 16. Forest Road 118 (Camp 26 Road) goes south from County 16. It is a one lane gravel road with turnouts. The road will eventually connect with Highway 4.
At the same stop sign turn left instead of right. (This is still Forest Highway 11 but also known as County Road 16.) Further down County 16 is Forest Road 416. This is also a one lane gravel road with turnouts. This dead end road gives you twice the view as you turn around and come back out to County 16.
Scenic Drive Option #5: Highway 135 from Aurora to Tower is fall color fantasy land with rolling hills of the Laurentian Divide.
Scenic Drive Option #6: Just east of Biwabik on County Road 138 is Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort. In the fall they run the ski lifts so you can get a bird's-eye view of the beautiful maple ridges. If you continue on (road becomes gravel) it will take you to County Highway 21. Go left to Virginia or right to Highway 135.
Scenic Drive Option #7: Take Highway 53 south of Virginia to the ramp exit for Highway 37. Turn west to Hibbing. If you have a little extra time turn south on County Highway 7 toward Zim.
FALL COLOR HOTLINE NUMBER: 1-800-354-4595
For more information about fall colors & updates, visit: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/fall_colors/index.html?region=ne
The perfect getaway for viewing wildlife
The Iron Range is home to some of the best wildlife viewing in the United States. Each year, thousands of wildlife and birding enthusiasts getaway to the Iron Range to view our native species. With over fourteen wildlife designated viewing areas and attractions, you'll be able to see arctic wolves, great gray and snowy owls, soaring bald eagles, moose, black bears and tons of other wildlife up close and personal. You'll hear the call of the loons at sunset and experience the magic show of the Aurora Borealis Northern Lights at night. The Superior National Forest is home to 155 breeding birds, more than any other national forest in the United States and is also one of the last remaining boreal forests in the country. It has been named by the American Bird Conservatory as one of the top 100 globally important birding areas. The Iron Range boasts wildlife habitat of over 40 species for you to discover. With our hiking trails, cross-country ski trails, paved bike trails, viewing piers, wildlife management areas and the Superior National Forest Scenic Byway, you'll have a great chance to enjoy Mother Nature's wildlife in their own backyard. Make sure to bring along a camera and binoculars.
Hunting
The Iron Range region is blessed with 320,000 acres of the Superior National Forest, three state forests and 500 lakes, rivers and streams that provide hunters and sportsmen with a perfect habitat for the growth and management of wildlife. Over 42% of Northeastern Minnesota is public land and open to different types of hunting at various times under the guidelines of the Department of Natural Resources and the United States Forest Service. Fall grouse hunting is the most popular activity among visiting sportsmen. However, you'll find many guests also travel to the region to hunt bear, moose, white-tailed deer, and waterfowl in our true wilderness setting. The beauty of the land and its wildlife habitat will take your breath away. There's nothing more exciting than seeing the trophy buck of your dreams or a large Bull Moose come through the forest. The migration patterns and shear numbers of our ducks and geese will amaze you. There's nothing better to a grouse hunter than walking along a clover covered old logging road in the morning and seeing a sitting covey of grouse eating clover and pebbles. Every bear hunter dreams about a 500-pound black bear in their sites. Guide services are available for some outdoor hunting activities and some lodging properties offer special packages or group rates for hunters and sportsmen, depending on the season. We encourage all visiting sportsmen to leave only footprints and bestow this great pristine wilderness area onto another generation of sportsmen for them to enjoy just as you do today. We invite you to polish your guns and grab your hunting gear and come, take advantage of our good nature!
Wildflowers and Berries on the Iron Range
The Iron Range comes with its own outdoor dining menu (berries) and a palette of wildflowers for your viewing pleasure.
Berries
There are plenty of hidden picking areas where you'll find patches of natures tastiest delights in bountiful supplies. For those of you who don't want to search for a berry patch, the Iron Range offers berry farms for your convenience. You'll find plump berries at reasonable prices with friendly people to assist you. Whether you're berry-picking walking in the Superior National Forest or visiting one of our great berry farms, berry-picking is a great family experience on the Iron Range.
Wildflowers
Northeastern Minnesota's Iron Range features wildflowers of every color of the rainbow
National Forests & State Parks on the Iron Range
Superior National Forest
The Superior National Forest in northeastern Minnesota spans 150 miles along the United States-Canadian border.
Established as a National Forest in 1909 by proclamation of Teddy Roosevelt, this three million acre forest is a rich and varied resource and is the last remaining boreal forest in the U.S. In addition, more than 155 nesting bird species live in the Superior National Forest, making it home to more breeding birds than any national forest in the United States. Here you can find recreation opportunities year round. Popular recreation activities include camping, picnicking, boating, hunting, canoeing, fishing, hiking, backpacking, and biking. The forest also is an ideal place for swimming, horseback riding, kayaking, sailing, waterskiing, rock hunting, berry picking, nature study, photography and much more. In addition to summer activities, north woods winters are ideally suited to winter sports such as cross-country and down hill skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice fishing, skating, and sledding.
The 3,000-plus lakes, rivers and streams now found in the area were formed in the wake of retreating glaciers. Fish species such as walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, lake trout, brook trout, rainbow trout, and brown trout can be found in abundance in these waters. The northern forest community thrives with its pine, fir and spruce trees and is home to numerous wildlife species including deer, moose, the gray wolf, and black bear. Northern Minnesota is the last stronghold of the gray wolf in the lower 48 states. Approximately 300-400 wolves continue to roam within the boundaries of the Superior National Forest today.
To learn more, visit the Superior National Forest website.
Superior National Forest
c/o U.S. Forest Service
Laurentian Ranger District
318 Forestry Road
Aurora, MN 55705
218-229-8800
McCarthy Beach State Park
Find 18 miles of hiking trails, 17 miles of mountain bike trails and 12 miles of horse trails among towering red and white pine forests and scenic lakeshores of Side Lake and the four connected lakes of the Sturgeon chain. McCarthy Beach State Park is also home to nine miles of groomed cross-country ski trails and 12 miles of snowmobile trails in the park, with a spur to the Taconite State Trail.
Hilly trails create excellent opportunities for birding - more than 175 species have been counted in the park. Thirty-three species of wildlife live here, too, including timber wolves, raccoons, whitetail deer and black bear. Great pine forests along with aspen and birch trees make for stunning scenery.
In summer, McCarthy Beach is popular for its excellent swimming and sunning. Warm, shallow water in the swimming area is great for young swimmers, and wide, clean beaches offer plenty of room for family fun. It was voted one of the best beaches in the Midwest. Enjoy picnicking and recreation of all kinds at this one-of-a-kind state park. Fishing and wildlife viewing pier is available for use.
Directions: Take Highway 169 west of Virginia 17.5 miles and go past Chisholm to County Road 5. Take a right on 5 and follow it north for 16 miles to Side Lake. Take a left on McCarthy Beach Road to the park. Watch for signs.
Admission: A state park vehicle permit is required at a cost of $4 for a daily permit or $20 for an annual permit. Rates subject to change.
To learn more, visit the McCarthy Beach State Park DNR website.
McCarthy Beach State Park
7622 McCarthy Beach Road
Side Lake, MN 55781
218-254-7979
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/
Bear Head Lake State Park
Visitors to Bear Head Lake State Park, a serene wilderness park near Lake Vermilion, will find a peaceful lake and winding nature trails. Bear Head Lake State Park is home to several families of eagles, and many other species of wildlife including loons, whitetail deer, timber wolves, moose and bear.
Look for eagle nesting areas marked by Department of Natural Resources flags, and watch as eagles soar above Bear Head lake, swooping now and then to snare a fish. You may even be fortunate enough to observe two eagles engaging in play high overhead. You may also witness eagles with their young.
Birdwatchers can also spot red crossbills, boreal chickadees, pine grosbeaks and red-breasted nuthatches.
Seventeen miles of hiking trails in the park lead visitors through coniferous forests, abundant with foliage, wild berries and grasses. In winter, explore seven miles of groomed cross-country ski trails.
Please do not disturb the eagle nesting areas - field glasses will give the best view of these majestic birds!
Directions: From Virginia take Highway 53 north approximately four miles. Exit right on U.S. Highway 169 east toward Tower. Continue east on Hwy 169 to St. Louis County (State Aid) Road 128. Take a right on 128 and travel south six miles to the park. (Located 16 miles east of Soudan).
Admission: A state park vehicle permit is required at a cost of $4 for a daily permit or $20 for an annual permit. Rates subject to change.
To learn more, visit the Bear Head Lake State Park DNR website.
Bear Head Lake State Park
9301 Bear Head State Park Rd.
Ely, MN 55731
218-365-7229
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/
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