Minneapolis Public Schools

Rustic Backroads of Wisconsin and Tiffany Bottoms Natural Birding Trip Travel along rustic rural roads of Wisconsin on our way to Tiffany Bottoms State Natural Area along the Chippewa River bottomlands. Our route will take us to Wisconsin cities along historic US Highway 12 through Woodville, Hersey, Wilson, Knapp, and with a short city tour of Menomonee, Wisconsin. The final stretch of our trip will travel through Downsville to Durand, Wisconsin, where we will board our open car train for a three-and-a-half-hour ride through one of the best birding areas in America. Along this route, we will learn the history and see historic sites in each of the little towns we travel through. Tiffany Bottoms State Natural Area is a small portion of the most extensive river delta of the Midwest. The bottoms abound in wildlife besides the typical species; the area contains rare and uncommon birds. The train travels through a birders' paradise where you’ll find nearly every species of bird that lives in the Upper Midwest. The open air train tram takes passengers into the most remote areas of this wildlife area. Includes historical narration by Dave Bredemus, motor coach transportation, bakery stop, Tiffany Bottoms train ride, and any admissions. Lunch at Culver's is on your own. TIME: 8:15 am Board bus at Southwest High School 8:30 am Bus departs Southwest High School 6:30 pm Return to Southwest High School Pick-Up & Drop-Off Location: Southwest High School - 3414 W. 47th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55410. NOTE: Only transfer of registration available after August 27. If tour is sold out, please add your names to the waitlist. We will let you know if spots become available.

Join us for our private tasting dinners at Bûcheron - Winner of the James Beard Foundation Best New Restaurant 2025! Chef Adam Ritter will share stories about his journey with time for a Q&A. Bûcheron, which translates to ‘lumberjack’ in French, features French-American cuisine while drawing inspiration from the skill and craftsmanship of generations of lumberjacks who worked and lived in our home state of Minnesota. In this elevated neighborhood restaurant, Bûcheron features a simple yet dynamic menu in a charming and convivial atmosphere. Note: There will be two seatings each evening: 5-7 pm and 7:30-9:30 pm Bûcheron is located at 4257 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55409. If event is sold out, please sign up on the waitlist. We will contact you if tickets becomes available.] NOTE: After Sept 21st. you can either transfer your registration to another guest or receive $125 refund if we are able to fill your spot.