DULUTH — New kiosk panels on the Gunflint Trail feature the ojibwemowin names for lakes and the stories behind those names.
A news release stated that consultation and input by the 1854 Treaty Authority and the Grand Portage Band of Ojibwe during the development of the content ensured the story of the lake names cultural significance was told.
The public is invited to join the Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway Committee, the Grand Portage Band of Ojibwe and the Superior National Forest for the unveiling of the new Swamper Lake three-panel kiosk, located halfway up the Gunflint Trail.
The unveiling is 11 a.m. Friday, June 30, at the kiosk north of 152 and south of 146. Organizers noted there is minimal parking and cellphone service. A reception will take place immediately afterwards at the Schapp Fire Hall, also known as the Mid-Trail Fire Hall.
The lakes include Hivernant Lake, Lake Saganaga, Lake Ogishkumuncie, Gillis Lake, Gunflint Lake (Biiwaanago-saaga’igan), Hungry Jack Lake, Flour Lake (Bakwezhigani-saaga’igan), Brule River (Wiisaakode-ziibi) and Swamper Lake.
