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25th annual Gales of November benefit - Schedule of Events:

LSMMA is working to coordinate an exciting and informative Gales of November schedule of events.  Please check the website often to learn of additions and changes!

Friday, November 2 Schedule of Events:

11:30am to 1:30pm - Gales of November Opening Luncheon
Grandma’s Sports Garden, 425 Lake Avenue South in historic Canal Park in Duluth, MN
Admission luncheon tickets required
Joint Propeller Club Duluth-Superior and Gales of November attendees

Afternoon Tour Options:
Special note:  Gales of November attendees are responsible for their own ground transportation and parking.

2:00 – 4:00pm – Behind the Scenes Tour of the Great Lakes Aquarium
Great Lakes Aquarium is located at 353 Harbor Drive in Duluth, MN
Join Jay Walker, the Assistant Director of the Great Lakes Aquarium, and members of his staff, for a special guided tour to learn how the northern Minnesota aquarium operates including water purification and treatment as well as animal food preparation and daily maintenance of exhibits.  After the tour, enjoy the public levels of the aquarium at a discounted admission price.   

2:00 – 4:00pm – Behind the Scenes Tour of the Lake Superior Maritime Collections
Located at Jim Dan Hill Library at the University of WI-Superior, 907 North 19^th Street in Superior, WI
Join University of WI-Superior Library Archivist, Laura Jacobs, and members of her staff, for a special tour of the unique resources that tell the story of maritime history and activities relating to communications surrounding Lake Superior and the upper Great Lakes.  Metered street parking is required.

Evening Activities:
Special note:  Gales of November attendees are responsible for their own ground transportation and parking.

6:00 – 8:00pm – Gales of November Opening Gala Reception
Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center, 600 South Lake Avenue in historic Canal Park in Duluth, MN
Come join the fun and celebrate Great Lakes maritime history at the Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center, located at the foot of the Aerial Lift Bridge in historic Canal Park.  Gales of November attendees can pick up their name badges, enjoy a self-guided tour of the Marine Museum, and sample some good eats graciously provided by the evening’s reception sponsor, Lake Superior Magazine.

Saturday, November 3 Schedule of Events:
All November 3 day events and programs will be held at the Duluth Entertainment & Convention Center at 350 Harbor Drive in Duluth, MN

8:30am Registration Opens – Duluth Entertainment & Convention Center, 2^nd floor lobby

8:30am – 5:30pm – Lectures, Readings, Presentations, Exhibits, Maritime Activities Area and Silent Auction

11:45am – 1:00pm – Featured Keynote Luncheon (luncheon tickets required)
Dr James Delgado, Director of Maritime Heritage, Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will present “The Great Museum Beneath the Seas”

4:30pm – Silent Auction Ends

5:30pm – 2012 Cruise of a Lifetime Raffle Drawing – Two winners and their guests will enjoy a 5.5 day cruise on the Great Lakes Fleet/Key Lakes, Inc. 1,000-foot ore boat, the Edwin H. Gott.  Purchase raffle tickets at Gales of November of before the event by using the below form:

2012 Cruise of Lifetime Raffle Form.pdf

6:00 – 7:00pm – Closing Reception sponsored by and held at Grandma’s Saloon & Grill, 522 Lake Avenue South in historic Canal Park in Duluth