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  Garden clubs really do exist. I always hear “small talk” about clubs and organizations in small towns, but you never really know for sure if they exist until you meet a member. I met not just one member but the whole group, the McIntosh Garden Club. They scheduled a day and time to come out to the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center and see the sights on our Safari Tour.
  Yes, we have a Safari Tour and a guide. For half an hour, you can sit back and enjoy the trails and sights of the AELC without having to walk for miles. Our van seats seven adults at a time and the number of children depends on their size and how tightly you want to pack the kids into the van.
  During the tour season, summer and fall months, for six dollars per adult or four dollars per child age twelve and under, come and take a ride. Let us take you on an adventure around the natural wonders of the Sand Hills. Members of the AELC are welcome to come out and take a tour at no charge.
  While the garden club members took turns going on the Safari tour, I had the privilege to walk with the rest of the group around one of our trails. I have taken several school groups on this particular trail and knew exactly what to look out for and to show them.
  However, as I was showing them a bloodroot plant, they showed me a raspberry plant. While I tried to point out the poplar trees, they were pointing out to me a hole made by one of the small animals living at the nature center. As I was showing them a dragon-bellied flower, they were showing me a columbine flower. Finally, as I was showing them the wild grape vines we have growing, one gentleman was picking it and showing his granddaughters how to taste the juices.
  The Agassiz Environmental Learning Center is proud of our land, plants, and animals. We are also proud that we have knowledgeable staff to teach visitors and students. I, however, felt like I had learned more from the garden group than they probably learned from me.   Every time I actually said something new to them I felt a great sense of pride. Yet, I am glad that I was there to walk with the group so we could learn from each other. Now that I have gained more knowledge of our wilderness, I will be able to pass it on to others and to you as soon as you call to set up your visit.
  To schedule a Safari Tour, become a member or just ask any questions you may have call Jacque at the AELC, 218-945-3129 or e-mail us at aelc@gvtel.com

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