Celebrate 125 Years Of Skyline Parkway, Looking for Volunteers To Help Beautify

It's the 125th anniversary of one the oldest tourist destinations in the city, and something I think we all take for granted because I don't think most of us look at it as something touristy. 

It’s the 125th anniversary of Skyline Parkway, now being called a Minnesota Superior Scenic Byway. The City of Duluth’s Volunteer Program and the Duluth Preservation Alliance have teamed to clean one mile and that’s where you come in. The program is looking for team's that are up to 15 volunteers and you have to be older than 12 years old. It's perfect for church groups or student clubs that are looking to rack up some volunteer hours and make a difference in their community. All necessary supplies including bags, gloves and safety vests will be provided. Park maintenance staff, residents and community groups have already spent hours beautifying the Parkway, but additional work is needed.

The clean up will take place Saturday, July 16th with a rain date of Sunday, July 17th. Check in time is from 8:00 am-8:45am at Chester Bowl Park, with cleaning from 9-10:30.   It's not much a ton of time out of your day to be part of such a historic event.

Then at Chester Park on Sunday, July 31st from 1-3 pm join in the fun with treats, entertainment and history. If you have further questions, contact Cheryl Skafte, Volunteer Coordinator, at cskafte@duluthmn.gov, or at (218) 730-4334.