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Paddling from Minnesota to the Arctic Ocean

with Zach Fritz

2025-02-15 13:00:00 2025-02-15 14:00:00 America/Chicago Paddling from Minnesota to the Arctic Ocean Join us for our special Polar Fest presentation with Zach Fritz. Hear about how he and his friend Taylor Rau spent 106 days paddling over 2,700 miles from MN to the Arctic Ocean. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Saturday, February 15
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-15 13:00:00 2025-02-15 14:00:00 America/Chicago Paddling from Minnesota to the Arctic Ocean Join us for our special Polar Fest presentation with Zach Fritz. Hear about how he and his friend Taylor Rau spent 106 days paddling over 2,700 miles from MN to the Arctic Ocean. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Join us for our special Polar Fest presentation with Zach Fritz. Hear about how he and his friend Taylor Rau spent 106 days paddling over 2,700 miles from MN to the Arctic Ocean.

Join the Detroit Lakes Public Library for our special Polar Fest presentation with Zach Fritz. In the summer of 2024, Zach Fritz and Taylor Rau spent 106 days paddling over 2,700 miles from Zach's family's hunting cabin in northern Minnesota to the Arctic Ocean in the Far North of Canada. A lifelong dream for Zach that was years in the making, they traveled through some of the most remote places left in North America. Facing lakes hundreds of miles long, unfathomable swarms of bugs, relentless weather, and wild rivers, they left the "real world" behind for the adventure of a lifetime. With photos and videos, come experience the gripping story about what it means to chase your dreams and what it takes to paddle across Canada. 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Teens (Ages 13-18) | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations |

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Detroit Lakes Public Library

Phone: 218-847-2168

Hours
Mon, Aug 18 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Aug 19 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Aug 20 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Aug 21 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 23 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Aug 24 Closed

About the branch

The Detroit Lakes Public Library is located in downtown Detroit Lakes at the intersection of Washinton Ave. and Frazee Street. The library offers two meeting rooms, four study rooms, a legal kiosk, free Wi-Fi and much more.

Upcoming Events

Tue, Aug 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to discuss this month's book, A Walk in the Park: The True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon by Kevin Fedarko. All are welcome including those who haven't read the book.

Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bring a blanket to sit on and enjoy the fresh air and summer sun with an outdoor storytime on the library's lawn. Activities will be moved inside of the library if unpleasant weather.

Sat, Aug 23, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Try out a new hobby at your library! Join Cally Nundahl as she introduces the Art of Mixed Media, where you can create a beautiful canvas with a variety of materials. Registration required.  
This event is full

Mon, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Mon, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anime fans are invited to geek out over their favorite shows. This month we are talking about our favorite shows and characters.

Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us for an engaging, interactive and inclusive story and play time. Our library offers a welcoming, accessible space where children of all abilities can enjoy the magic of storytelling.  

Tue, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to hear from "North Lakes Murder Mystery" series author Marjorie Mathison Hance. Sponsored by Detroit Lakes Library Club.

Wed, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Come join us for an unplugged jam. All experience levels are welcome to this supportive and family-friendly event. Bring your acoustic instrument and come have some fun!

Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bring a blanket to sit on and enjoy the fresh air and summer sun with an outdoor storytime on the library's lawn. Activities will be moved inside of the library if unpleasant weather.

Tue, Sep 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join us for a presentation with Master Gardener Intern, Jan Albanese, on the benefits of using a garden planner.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Our monthly Writers' Group is a place for writers of all levels to come together and share your work, ideas, and encouragement with each other. All genres welcome.  

Thu, Sep 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.

Thu, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Bucks Mill Brewing for the After Hours Book Club meeting to discuss this month's book," Year of Yes: How to Dance it Out, Stand in the Sun, and Be Your Own Person" by Shonda Rhimes.

Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join your library for entertaining stories and learn from woodcarver and storyteller Jerry Ness.

Wed, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Want to research your family history, but aren't sure where to start? Join us for a beginner workshop that will introduce you to the free genealogy databases available at the library.

Thu, Sep 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.

Thu, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join Author Eric Dregni for a discussion of "Vikings in the Attic" and the impact of Scandinavians in the Midwest.

Sat, Sep 13, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Calling all crafters! Visit the Detroit Lakes Public Library to pick out free craft supplies for your next project!

Mon, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Tue, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to discuss this month's selection, "Outlawed" by Anna North. All are welcome including those who haven't read the book.

Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.