Oxcart Trail program to be held at Old Mill State Park on July 5
Date: Sunday, July 5, 2009
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: Old Mill State Park, 33489 240th Ave. NW, Argyle, MN 56713
Meet at the picnic shelter.
Description: Orlin Ostby will tell the tale of his 2008 journey, which retraced the steps of trappers and traders along the nineteenth century oxcart trails from Winnipeg to St. Paul.
Then, experience what life was like on the trail and take a trip to the remnants of an actual trail close to the park. Tour led by DNR Ecologist Nancy Sather.
Program is free, but vehicle permit is required to enter the park. Permits available at the park office; daily permit is $5, annual permit is $25.
Directions: From Newfolden, go 11 miles west on County Road 4. From Argyle, go 12 miles east on County Road 4, then 1 mile north on County Road 4 to County Road 39.
More Information: Call the park office at 218-437-8174.
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