"We'll meet at the Trail Center – that's the warming house at Split Rock – and dive into the ancient traditions of celebrating the solstice, and how they influence our current traditions like putting up lights. Heading outside we'll embark upon a short hike and talk about what causes this astronomical event of our longest night and shortest day. Finally, we'll end at a bonfire where we'll practice some of those ancient traditions and maybe start a few new ones of our own."

Kelsey Olson, interpretive naturalist, Gooseberry Falls and Split Rock Lighthouse State Parks

Winter solstice celebration and snowshoe hike, Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, Dec. 21, 4:30-6 p.m. More information: 1-218-834-3855 ext. 227 or www.mndnr.gov/ptcalendar