Wolf Trunks

Voyageurs National Park has worked with local educators to develop a wolf education trunk containing six lesson plans and support materials that are available for loan. A brief summary of the lessons are located on the Wolf Trunk page.

Voyageur Trading Cassettes 

Local educators worked with Voyageurs National Park to develop a voyageurs education cassette containing seven lesson plans and support materials that are available for loan. A brief summary of the lessons are located on the Voyageur Cassette page.

Library References

Voyageurs National Park’s library offers a wide range of materials for patrons. Hard-to-find books, thousands of research documents, oral histories and a variety of resources related to the cultural and natural history of Voyageurs National Park are included in the collection. The library is open to the public and some materials may be borrowed. To make the most of your visit to the park’s library, please call in advance at (218) 283-6676 for an appointment.

Free Discovery Pack Loan Program

Six Discovery Packs are available for families to check out and discover the park on their own. Visitors may pick from; Voyageurs and the Fur Trade, Plants and Animals, Winter, Water, Scenery, and Geology. A valid driver’s license is required for checkout.

Free Snowshoe Loan Program

Many snowshoe sizes and shapes are available free-of-charge during visitor center hours. Call the Rainy Lake Visitor Center (218) 286-5258 for availability. A valid driver’s license is required for checkout.

Adult Cross-Country Ski Rental & Free Children Ski Loan Program

Adult-sized skis, poles, and boots are available during visitor center hours for $5.00 a day. Children’s skis, poles, and boots are available free-of-charge during visitor center hours. Call the Rainy Lake Visitor Center at (218) 286-5258 for availability.