On Saturday night, September 25, 2021 Friends of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore held a candlelight ceremony on a Lake Superior beach to celebrate, to honor, and to recommit ourselves to keeping that light burning bright as we step into the next 50 years at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.
Category Archives: 50th Anniversary
Wisconsin Governor issues proclamation celebrating Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and its positive impact
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers issued a proclamation in honor of the park’s first half century in existence and its positive impact on the state and its people as it begins its 51st year.
Watch now: Sense of Adventure: Inspire!
In our new installment of our “Sense of Adventure” series, part of our 50th anniversary summer celebration, we will look at the many ways these islands and this lake inspire us – poetry, art, jewelry making, night photography, music, even the inspiration to connect the islands through swimming, a kind of dance among the waves.
Luminaires on the Lake: Apostle Islands Anniversary Commemoration set for Saturday, September 25th
You’re invited to a candlelight commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, to wrap up the year-long celebration.
History comes to life in the Apostle Islands: The maiden voyage of the Don A
Museum members and volunteers chose July 30 as the date for the “Don A’s” shakedown cruise from Little Sand Bay to Raspberry Island.
Watch Now: ‘Sailing the Apostles,’ from our Sense of Adventure series
There’s nothing like feeling refreshing Lake Superior spray in your face and the power of the wind in your sails. Have you dreamed of sailing the Apostle Islands?
Explorer’s guide to the Apostle Islands just released – buy a book to support the park
Apostle Islands Water Trips is an essential resource for paddlers and boaters who want to explore the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.
This month: 50th Anniversary exhibit at Washburn Cultural Center
Visit the Washburn Cultural Center to explore and enjoy the intersection between art, poetry and science this month.
Buy and fly a 50th Anniversary burgee!
Flying the flag on your boat or anywhere else you like is a great way to show your love of the islands. Get them while they last!
Watch now: Paddling the Apostles – Sense of Adventure series premiere
Paddling the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is an experience like no other in the world. Only in the park can you experience the combination of stunning sandstone sea caves carved by wind and water, pristine beaches and by area, the largest freshwater lake in the world. The park includes an archipelago of 21 islands, 155Continue reading “Watch now: Paddling the Apostles – Sense of Adventure series premiere”