Celebrate the year’s longest night and the return of the light at the annual Winter Solstice Bonfire at the Belwin Conservancy near Afton.
There’s something about a campfire and it’s even better in the winter. Not just the warmth but the glow and watching all the colors in the flames.
The Winter Solstice Bonfire at the Belwin Conservancy takes place December 20th from 6-9pm. There’s a sliding scale fee of $10/$20 or $35 per car and they encourage carpooling.
Celebrate the longest night and the return of the light at Belwin’s annual solstice bonfire. Enjoy a roaring bonfire, guided night hikes, and cookies and hot cider inside a warming tent.
If you’d like to be there for the lighting of the bonfire, make sure to arrive by 6 pm. The fire is going to be absolutely stunning this year. Guided hikes will be available every half hour starting at 6:15 pm and live music will begin at 7.
Live Music: Imniza Ska Dakota Drum Group will bring powerful Dakota drumming and singing, followed by Vladimir Garrido-Biagetti performing South American folk music and dance, with plenty of opportunities for audience participation.
Guided Night Hikes: Hikes depart every 15 minutes starting at 5:15 pm. Jenny Hanlon from Stillwater Schools Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) will lead special storytelling hikes for children under five at 5:15 pm and 6:00 pm.
Warm Treats: Guests can enjoy cookies and cider in a warming tent.
The bonfire event will take place at Lucy Winton Bell Athletic Fields, 15601 Hudson Road N., Lakeland, MN 55082. Please note no dogs or alcohol are allowed at this event.
Have you ever been to the Belwin Conservancy? It’s located near the town of Afton and offers some great events and activities throughout the year. A non-profit with a focus on nature and conservation.
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Kristi is married with twin daughters. She grew up on a small dairy farm, but now lives in the south metro area. She enjoys finding free or thrifty things to do whether they are outings close to home or last minute adventures to far-away places.
Kristi can also be found enjoying estate sales, attempting to garden, volunteering in the wetlands or a favorite thrift store, or maybe just enjoying a good play in one of the many theatre venues in the area.
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