Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum

Department of Military Affairs is the state of Minnesota government department that oversees the state s National Guard that has more than 15,000 employees who offer public protection, natural disasters and civil emergencies management services. It provides assistance with state and local law enforcement during peacetime. The department offers war training and deploys Minnesota National Guard members on various peace operations in more than 30 countries worldwide. It is responsible for managing a range of guard construction, facilities improvement and maintenance programs. Department of Military Affairs maintains the Camp Ripley, which is an over 50,000-acre military training center that works to meet the needs of military communities and state agencies. It maintains one of its facilities in Little Falls, Minn.

Laketrails Base Camp in Little Falls, MN offers wilderness canoeing and camping adventures for teens and middle school youth since 1952. The heart of their program includes a canoe trip through the Canadian waters of Lake of the Woods, providing campers with the opportunity to challenge themselves in the great outdoors while building lasting friendships. With a focus on inspiring teens with an appreciation of self, community, and the environment, Laketrails Base Camp aims to create unforgettable experiences where campers can discover themselves in the adventure, paddle their way into the wilderness, and enjoy the wonder of the nighttime skies. Their mission is to empower individuals through teamwork and outdoor exploration, fostering personal growth and creating memories that will last a lifetime.Generated from the website