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SUMMARY:Zion National Park Hike and Explore
DESCRIPTION:Follow the ancient paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up in wonder at the massive sandstone cliffs glowing in shades of cream\, pink\, and red against a brilliant blue sky. Stand between the towering\, smooth walls of a narrow slot canyon as they stretch high above you. Zion’s unique plants and wildlife will captivate you as you connect with the land’s rich history and embrace the excitement of present-day adventures. \n  \nClick here for more information and application
URL:https://davmn.org/event/zion-national-park-hike-and-explore/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
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SUMMARY:DAV MN HQ Office Closed
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URL:https://davmn.org/event/dav-mn-hq-office-closed-11/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261026
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SUMMARY:Oklahoma Wild Hog Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Oklahoma Wild Hog Hunt\nOctober 26-30\, 2026\n  \nThis is a wild hog hunt in central Oklahoma where we will surely see plenty of hogs. If you have never hunted hogs this may be the trip for you. \nRequirements: you must be able to climb in and out of a stand while hunting. \nItinerary: \nDay one – Travel to a central meeting location and begin travel to Oklahoma \nDays two – Finish travel. Get settled into the lodging and then headed to the range to check rifle sights \nDay three and four – will be spent hunting hogs \nDay five we will pack up and start travel home \nApplication Deadline is September 5th \nNotifications Made by September 12th \nClick here for more information and application
URL:https://davmn.org/event/oklahoma-wild-hog-hunt/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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UID:9727-1792022400-1792367999@davmn.org
SUMMARY:United in Service - A Tribute Experience
DESCRIPTION:Why United in Service Exists \nTo Honor.\nTo Remember.\nTo Inspire.\nEvery veteran’s story deserves to be remembered\, shared\, and passed on to future generations. \n 
URL:https://davmn.org/event/united-in-service-a-tribute-experience/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Foundation Events,Outdoor Events,Women Veterans Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011
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SUMMARY:Adventure at Williams Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Adventure at Williams Narrows\nDates will be released soon but sometime in October\nExact dates will be narrowed down as we get closer\nJoin us for an awesome adventure at Williams Narrows Resort. We will spend our days chasing fish on Lake Winnie and our evenings enjoying our catch. This is an awesome trip in Northern MN that will be a great time had by all. \nClick here for more information and application
URL:https://davmn.org/event/adventure-at-williams-narrows/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260729T161540Z
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SUMMARY:DAV MN Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:Fall Conference Information Website & Registration \nRoom Reservations Online \nFall Conf Agenda 2026 *Tentative 7/28/26*
URL:https://davmn.org/event/dav-mn-fall-conference/
LOCATION:Best Western Plus Kelly INn\, 100 4th Ave South\, Saint Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Conference/Convention
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum Announces Grand Opening Weekend\, September 11–13\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Three-day celebration features the 25th anniversary of 9/11\, historic warbird flyovers\, family activities and the opening of Minnesota’s new military museum \nLITTLE FALLS\, Minn. — The Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum will officially open its new 40\,000-square-foot facility during a three-day Grand Opening Weekend\, September 11–13\, 2026. \nThe celebration will feature statewide commemorations marking the 25th anniversary of September 11; remarks by retired U.S. Army Gen. Paul M. Nakasone; veteran-guided land\, sea and air experiences; narrated historic warbird flyovers; family activities; historical reenactors; concerts; military vehicles; and programs honoring veterans from every generation of service. \nLocated on a 32-acre campus just outside the gates of Camp Ripley\, the new museum will provide visitors with an expansive exploration of Minnesota’s military history. Through immersive exhibits\, restored military vehicles and aircraft\, interactive galleries\, archival collections and more than 25\,000 artifacts\, the museum tells the stories of Minnesotans who have served from the Civil War through today. \n“This museum belongs to every Minnesotan\,” said Randal Dietrich\, executive director of the Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum. “For 50 years\, we have preserved the stories of Minnesota citizens who answered our nation’s call. Our new museum ensures those stories will remain accessible to generations of visitors while honoring the service and sacrifice of every veteran and military family.” \nGrand Opening Weekend will also contribute to Minnesota’s commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary. \nOutdoor Activities Are Free; Museum Gallery Admission Requires Timed Reservations \nBecause of anticipated demand and limited gallery capacity\, admission to the museum’s interior exhibits will be offered through advance timed-entry reservations. \nAll outdoor activities—including ceremonies\, concerts\, military vehicles\, historical reenactors\, youth activities\, veterans resource exhibits\, food vendors and guided outdoor experiences—are free and open to the public\, rain or shine. No reservation is required to participate in outdoor programming. \nAdmission to the museum galleries requires an advance timed-entry reservation. \nTicket Release Schedule \nAugust 1–7: Member Presale \nCurrent museum members receive complimentary admission as part of their membership but must reserve a timed-entry slot during the member presale. \nIndividuals who are not currently members may purchase a membership between August 1 and August 7 and immediately receive access to the member presale and complimentary admission benefits. \nPurchase museum membership at www.mnvetmuseum.org/membership. \nBeginning August 8: Public Ticket Sales \nBeginning August 8\, timed-entry reservations for the museum galleries will be available to the general public. Reservation details for nonmembers will be announced at 5:00 p.m. on August 8. \nMuseum gallery admission: \n· Adults: $5 \n· Youth ages 6–17: $2 \n· Children age 5 and younger: Free \n· Currently-serving military personnel: Free \nEvent Schedule \nFriday\, September 11 \nHonoring the 25th Anniversary of September 11 \nBeginning at 1:00 p.m.\, visitors are invited to honor those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks of September 11\, 2001\, while recognizing the military personnel\, first responders and families who answered the nation’s call during the Global War on Terrorism. \nVisitors will experience the September 11th Minnesota Voices Theater\, featuring firsthand accounts from Minnesotans. \nAt 7:00 p.m.\, the museum will screen a new documentary\, RESOLUTE: Minnesota Stories from the Post-9/11 Homefront. \nThe evening will conclude at 8:00 p.m. with the museum’s participation in the national Tribute in Light initiative. Sponsored by Minnesota Power\, the museum will be illuminated in blue as a symbol of remembrance and unity. \nFriday Schedule \n1:00 p.m.\nDoors open to the public; September 11th Minnesota Voices Theater opens \n7:00 p.m.\nDocumentary screening: RESOLUTE: Minnesota Stories from the Post-9/11 Homefront \n8:00 p.m.\nTribute in Light\, sponsored by Minnesota Power \nSaturday\, September 12 \nGrand Opening Community Celebration \nSaturday will feature the museum’s official public Grand Opening Community Celebration. \nVisitors can enjoy a full day of military vehicle displays\, living-history demonstrations\, family activities\, food vendors\, guided experiences\, veteran resource organizations\, historical reenactors\, outdoor exhibits and live entertainment. \nHighlights will include veteran-led talks at the museum’s air\, land and sea displays; recognition of Minnesota veterans; a National Service Resource Fair; and the official Grand Opening Ceremony\, featuring a keynote address by retired U.S. Army Gen. Paul M. Nakasone\, former commander of U.S. Cyber Command and director of the National Security Agency. \nThe afternoon will conclude with narrated historic warbird flyovers\, followed by performances from Minnesota country band Mason Dixon Line. \nSaturday Schedule \nAll day\nNational Service Resource Fair\, military vehicle displays and veteran-led talks at tanks\, aircraft and the submarine display \n10:00 a.m.\nRibbon Cutting and Parade of Flags \n12:00 p.m.\nBeer tent and food trucks open \n1:00 p.m.\nVeteran-led talks at aircraft\, tanks and the USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul submarine display \n2:00 p.m.\nVeterans Recognition\, honoring all eras of military service \n3:00 p.m.\nMason Dixon Line — Live Music \n4:00 p.m.\nOfficial Welcome and Grand Opening Ceremony\, featuring keynote remarks by retired U.S. Army Gen. Paul M. Nakasone \n4:30 p.m.\nNarrated Historic Warbird Flyovers \n5:00 p.m.\nMason Dixon Line — Final Performance \nComplimentary shuttle service from downtown Little Falls will operate throughout the day for visitors attending both the museum celebration and the annual Little Falls Arts & Crafts Fair. \nSunday\, September 13 \nHonoring Minnesota’s Global War on Terrorism Veterans \nGrand Opening Weekend will conclude with programming dedicated to Minnesota’s post-9/11 veterans and their families. \nSpecial guest Rod Rodriguez\, president and CEO of the National Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation\, will deliver two presentations during a day of reflection honoring those who answered the nation’s call following September 11\, 2001. \nVisitors can also participate in guided museum experiences\, family activities\, historical displays and community programming focused on Minnesota’s Global War on Terrorism veterans and their families. \nComplimentary shuttle service from downtown Little Falls will again be available throughout the day. \nSunday Schedule \nAll day\nNational Service Resource Fair\, military vehicle displays and veteran-led talks at tanks\, aircraft and the submarine display \n11:00 a.m.\nMinnesota and Our National War Memorials\nPresentation by Rod Rodriguez\, president and CEO of the National Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation \n1:00 p.m.\nMinnesota and Our National War Memorials\nPresentation by Rod Rodriguez\, president and CEO of the National Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation \nAfternoon\nFreedom Flight Hot Air Balloon \nFast Facts \nMinnesota Military & Veterans Museum \n· Grand Opening Weekend: September 11–13\, 2026 \n· Location: 21702 Haven Road\, Little Falls\, Minnesota \n· Facility: 40\,000 square feet \n· Campus: 32 acres \n· Collections: More than 25\,000 artifacts and extensive archival collections \n· Outdoor activities: Free and open to the public \n· Museum galleries: Advance timed-entry reservations required \n· Tickets and information: www.mnvetmuseum.org \nMedia Invitation
URL:https://davmn.org/event/minnesota-military-veterans-museum-announces-grand-opening-weekend-september-11-13-2026/
LOCATION:MN
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
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SUMMARY:DAV MN HQ Office Closed
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URL:https://davmn.org/event/dav-mn-hq-office-closed-6/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
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SUMMARY:DAV MN HQ Office Closed
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URL:https://davmn.org/event/dav-mn-hq-office-closed-5/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
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SUMMARY:Ontario Drive in Fishing Trip
DESCRIPTION:Ontario Drive in Fishing Trip\nSept 5th-11th 2026\nJoin us for a relaxing trip in Ontario Canada. We will be heading to a drive-in fishing resort where we will chase walleye\, northern pike\, lake trout\, and bass. This will be a wonderful fishing trip for those who like to fish lakes in Canada. This trip is sure to be a great time. \nRequirement to apply: in order to be eligible for this trip the Veteran must have a passport and be able to pass the Canadian border. If the Veteran is ineligible to cross the border\, they will be required to find transportation back home from the border. \nClick here for more information and application
URL:https://davmn.org/event/ontario-drive-in-fishing-trip/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTSTAMP:20231010T173750Z
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UID:4445-1785542400-1785887999@davmn.org
SUMMARY:DAV National Convention Orlando
DESCRIPTION:Event details
URL:https://davmn.org/event/dav-national-convention-5/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:DAV National HQ Events
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