HI Itasca
Mississippi Headwaters Adventure Getaway!
Discover Minnesota’s oldest state park.

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Itasca State Park is home to old growth trees, wildlife, beautiful trails, great visitor centers and park interpretive programs, and the Mississippi headwaters. Strap on your hiking boots and explore the natural surroundings. Don’t miss your chance to walk across the Mighty Mississippi at the headwaters. Get ready for your next travels with a special World Travel 101 or Trip Planning 101 workshop from hostel staff. After a day of adventuring, cozy up around the fireplace and relax with your new friends at the hostel.

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Park Rapids, MN
Hostelling International-Mississippi Headwaters Hostel

Plan It

  • April 1, 2013–December 31, 2014; $35
    Must be 11–17 years old at the time of the event.

Get It

You'll need:

  • Camera
  • Warm Clothing
  • Hiking boots or walking shoes

 

$ It

$35 per participant.

World Travel 101 or Trip Planning 101 workshop, 2 overnights at the HI-Mississippi Headwaters hostel, Discover the World Patch, and a list of suggested sites.

Additional overnights and activities can be added at an additional cost. Pricing and activities subject to change after March 31, 2013.

Note:

Adult Leaders/Advisors must accompany girls.

You don't have to complete the Girl Scout destinations application form for this event.  Just contact the project manager for a registration form and GO!! Remember to notify your council that you are traveling on a getaway.


Sponsored by:

Hostelling International - Mississippi Headwaters Hostel
Itasca State Park
27910 Forest Lane
Park Rapids, MN 56470
USA
http://www.himinnesota.org

Contact:
Sara Parthun
Manager
Phone: (218) 266-3415
sara.parthun@hiusa.org