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Quetico Provincial Park receives Dark Sky designation, joins BWCAW protecting and promoting starry skies

March 5, 2022February 26, 2021 by Greg Seitz

Third preserve in canoe country region gets international recognition for lack of light pollution.

Heart of the Continent sustainable tourism partnership to host winter meeting on edge of Quetico

April 23, 2020January 10, 2020 by Greg Seitz

International gathering near Atikokan will offer presentations, discussions, and the chance to take part in a wilderness ski adventure the following day.

‘Bike the Heart’ rides will explore border country on two wheels

June 13, 2019June 13, 2019 by Greg Seitz

Heart of the Continent Partnership is promoting the diverse riding opportunities throughout the region with rides of varying types and difficulties.

Scientific symposium will share international research from across the Heart of the Continent region

September 15, 2019March 13, 2019 by Greg Seitz

Duluth event will feature presentations from scientists studying a broad range of topics in northern Minnesota and Ontario.

Heart of the Continent Meetings in Duluth Will Discuss Geo-Tourism

May 4, 2017March 28, 2017 by Greg Seitz

Business operators, organizations, and government staff are invited to attend a series of events centered on promoting the region’s resources to visitors.

Guest Post: Blazing the ‘Path of the Paddle’ in Ontario

April 5, 2016 by Carrie Nolan

The work-in-progress canoe route from Thunder Bay to Manitoba crosses through Quetico country.

Heart of the Continent regional map (Courtesy Heart of the Continent Partnership)

Promoting Geo-Tourism on the Agenda in International Falls

March 1, 2016March 1, 2016 by Greg Seitz

Conference will bring together Sustainable recreation and strengthening economic development

Palisade Head and Shovel Point on Minnesota's North Shore

Report Highlights Community Initiatives on the ‘New’ North Shore

February 5, 2016 by Greg Seitz

Rural and small-town initiatives seek to improve livability and promote responsible tourism.

Inaugural Heart of the Continent Science Symposium Will Share Canoe Country Research

January 10, 2016January 9, 2016 by Greg Seitz

Conference offers opportunity for researchers working throughout the region to present about their discoveries.

Travel the Heart mapguide

Minnesota-Ontario Geotourism Alliance Receives Innovation Award

October 8, 2015 by Greg Seitz

Online travel guide recognized for international collaboration to build region’s brand – based on its connected stories.

Nominate Special Places for National Geographic Guide to the Heart of the Continent Region

October 8, 2014May 15, 2014 by Greg Seitz

The Heart of the Continent Partnership is collaborating on a new website and mobile app project to promote geotourism.

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