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Discover the Waabizheshikana trail with Women Hike Duluth Editor’s note: Some events may have been canceled after the time of publication. Please check with local organizers. Written By: News Tribune | × If Trees Could Talk, The Unique and Ancient Beauty of Foreste Casentinesi: 11 a.m. April 17, via Zoom. In celebration of Earth Day, virtually visit the Parco delle Foreste Casentinesi. Home to 1,000-year-old forests, this location has witnessed the continuous evolution of nature and its relationship with mankind. Situated on the border of Romagna and Tuscany, it’s not only a national park, but a recognized UNESCO Cultural Site. Hosted by Sugarloaf. Fee $10. Register at esperienza.org/secrets-of-life-well-lived-foreste-casentinesi. ....
Gary New Duluth Rec Center offers nature-themed activities for kids Editor’s note: Some events may have been canceled after the time of publication. Please check with local organizers. Written By: News Tribune | × Skywarn Spotter Training: various dates in April, via GoToWebinar. National Weather Service Duluth is offering classes to teach Northlanders about severe weather safety, the science of storms and the importance of weather spotters. Basic Class dates: April 12, noon; April 13, 6:30 p.m.; April 14, 10 a.m.; April 15, 6:30 p.m.; April 21, 6:30 p.m. Advanced Class dates: April 27, 10 a.m.; April 28, 2 p.m.; April 29, 6:30 p.m. Free. Recorded versions of classes will be available. More info and registration at weather.gov/dlh/skywarn. ....
National Weather Service Duluth offers Skywarn Spotter Training Editor’s note: Some events may have been canceled after the time of publication. Please check with local organizers. Written By: News Tribune | × Skywarn Spotter Training: various dates in April, via GoToWebinar. National Weather Service Duluth is offering classes to teach Northlanders about severe weather safety, the science of storms and the importance of weather spotters. Basic Class dates: April 7, 11 a.m.; April 12, noon; April 13, 6:30 p.m.; April 14, 10 a.m.; April 15, 6:30 p.m.; April 21, 6:30 p.m. Advanced Class dates: April 27, 10 a.m.; April 28, 2 p.m.; April 29, 6:30 p.m. Free. Recorded versions of classes will be available. More info and registration at weather.gov/dlh/skywarn. ....
Youth Archery Club: 6:30-8 p.m. every Tuesday, March 23-April 13, Washington Center gym, 310 N. First Ave. W., Duluth. This club covers topics like basic safety and technique, and progresses to games, challenges and competition-style scoring practice. All equipment provided. Hosted by Duluth Parks and Recreation. Ages 10-14. Cost $40. Registration deadline March 15. Register at secure.rec1.com/MN/duluthparks/catalog/index. Basic Compass Skills: 10-11 a.m. March 27, Bayfront Festival Park s Family Center, Duluth. Learn the basics of using a compass and practice skills in a riddle-solving game. All equipment provided. Hosted by Duluth Parks and Recreation. Ages 8 and older. Cost $5. Registration deadline March 24. Register at secure.rec1.com/MN/duluthparks/catalog/index. ....
Ahead of Waitangi Day, UK schools and education companies tried to engage with Māori culture. But a string of examples, ranging from ignorant cultural appropriation to harmful and inaccurate depictions of history, show colonial attitudes remain entrenched. After 200 years, Aotearoa is finally incorporating what’s hoped to be a more accurate and nuanced teaching of its history. One that includes the early wars, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the impact of colonisation. But back in old Blighty, it seems the British just can’t leave behind imperialist attitudes. When working as a relief teacher, London-based New Zealander Nicole Reeve was upset to hear her students refer to Māori as “savages” and “cavemen”, suggesting colonial attitudes are baked into the system, and reinforced in children from a young age. ....