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editor — Wed, 02 Nov 2016 01:20:00 +0000

GRAND PORTAGE NATIONAL MONUMENT This National Monument in the northeast corner of Minnesota protects a historic 8.5-mile portage route from Lake Superior to the Pigeon River on the Canadian border. A portion of the path passes through an Indian Reservation. Activities: The 8.5-mile trail is open to backpacking, hiking, and cross-country skiing. Bikes are not allowed. Camping Regulations: Camping is restricted to one primitive area at the far end of the trail, near the Pigeon River. Campfires are allowed. A free backcountry camping permit must be obtained before starting out. For Further Information: Grand Portage National Monument, P.O. Box 666,

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Minnesota Vacations

editor — Thu, 26 May 2016 11:58:00 +0000

Minnesota notable latinos Garzon, Luis (1867-1954). Luis Garzon was the first Latino to settle in Minnesota. Although he lived in Minneapolis, he was a leader in the west side community. He opened Tienda de Abarrotes, the first Mexican grocery store in Minnesota, which was also an information center for the community. Garzon also helped found the Sociedad Mutua Beneficia Recreativa Anahuac in 1922, which helped first-generation Mexicans settle into their new neighborhood. Rangel, Ray (1932-). A member of Mexican American Veteran’s Post #5, Ray Rangel has successfully brought attention to the contribution of Minnesota’s Mexican Americans to the U.S. military.

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