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Trek Toward the Top of the World: Everest Base Camp

with Lee Hoedl

2026-02-21 15:00:00 2026-02-21 16:30:00 America/Chicago Trek Toward the Top of the World: Everest Base Camp Join your library for presentations with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl! Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Saturday, February 21
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-21 15:00:00 2026-02-21 16:30:00 America/Chicago Trek Toward the Top of the World: Everest Base Camp Join your library for presentations with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl! Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Join your library for presentations with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl!

Join your library for presentations with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl!


This program will be offered in two parts, starting with an all-ages presentation geared for grades 3-8 followed by a presentation geared for an older audience, in which Hoedl will regales us with stories from his Trek.

11:00 a.m. - Johnny Avalanche and the Trek to Everest Base Camp (geared for grades 3-8)
We'll explore his children's book Johnny Avalanche and the Trek to Everest Base Camp, along with his real life journey that inspired it, and check out some of the gear Lee used along the way.

3:00 p.m. -  Trek Toward the Top of the World: Everest Base Camp (geared for adults)
Join us for an immersive experience! Hoedl will transport us to the Himalayas with photos and videos he took along the way. Hear personal stories of his journey and learn about the customs and traditions of the people he met. From Kathmandu to Lukla, we're in for a journey as Hoedl takes us along the historic trail every climber of Everest has undertaken leading to the legendary Everest Base Camp.


These programs are offered free in part thanks to funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage fund.

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations | Legacy Events | Author Visits |

TAGS: | Polarfest | Lee Hoedl | Everest |

Detroit Lakes Public Library

Phone: 218-847-2168

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Mon, Feb 09 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Feb 10 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Feb 11 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Feb 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Feb 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 14 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Feb 15 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

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Mon, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.

Tue, Feb 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to discuss this month's selection, "Looking for Alaska" by John Green. All are welcome including those who haven't read the book.

Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join your library for presentations with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl!

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join your library for presentations with local author, photographer, videographer and adventurer Lee Hoedl!

Mon, Feb 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Mon, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anime fans are invited to geek out over their favorite shows. This month, we will be talking about Setsubun, a Japanese tradition of welcoming spring and chasing away evil spirits like bad luck.

Tue, Feb 24, 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, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a captivating presentation by John Emery as he recounts his 2025 expedition to the Antarctica. This program is sponsored by the Detroit Lakes Library Club.

Wed, Feb 25, 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, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.

Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Book lovers are invited to the cozy comfort of the library for a silent reading party. Bring your favorite blanket, pick a reading spot, and read. Enjoy snacks & bookish crafts.

Mon, Mar 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Mon, Mar 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Get help from library staff with your technology and electronic device questions monthly on the first Monday. Registration preferred.

Wed, Mar 04, 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, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.

Thu, Mar 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Bucks Mill Brewing for the After Hours Book Club meeting to discuss this month's book, "Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop" by Hwang Bo-reum.

Mon, Mar 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Tue, Mar 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Join Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) and the Detroit Lakes Public Library for a night of stories and activities.