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A holiday weekend at Crosslake!! We love to see Minnesotans getting outside and joining in community, captured in this video by @yaboy.reggie As we spend our time at lakes and campgrounds, here’s a few easy tips to help take care of our home state this weekend.️ Make a plan to pack out your recycling if a designated recycling container isn’t available where you’re staying. Consider opting out of fireworks this year due to the bad air quality Minnesota has been experiencing this summer. Tonight’s Red White and Boom will feature a laser show instead If you do opt for fireworks, set aside some time the next morning to pick up any residual packaging in daylight. Wishing all a happy, safe, and relaxing celebration. See you on the water! 🌳 — from Instagram

A holiday weekend at Crosslake!! We love to see Minnesotans getting outside and joining in community, captured in this video by @yaboy.reggie As we spend our time at lakes and campgrounds, here’s a few easy tips to help take care of our home state this weekend.️ Make a plan to pack out your recycling if a designated recycling container isn’t available where you’re staying. Consider opting out of fireworks this year due to the bad air quality Minnesota has been experiencing this summer. Tonight’s Red White and Boom will feature a laser show instead   If you do opt for fireworks, set aside some time the next morning to pick up any residual packaging in daylight. Wishing all a happy, safe, and relaxing celebration. See you on the water! 🌳 — from Instagram

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