Ishkode | The Past, Present, and Future of Fire on Wisconsin Point (River Revival Event)

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and partners for a special River Revival exploring the return of Ishkode (good fire) to Wisconsin Point and its role in restoring forest health, cultural connection, and ecological balance in the St. Louis River Estuary. This field visit takes place Thursday, September 17 from 5:00–6:30 p.m. on Wisconsin Point, parking and leaving from Lot 5.
Participants will visit the 2025 culturally prescribed burn site, marking the return of fire to this landscape for the first time in over 150 years, completed in partnership with the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and regional collaborators. The burn is part of ongoing efforts to restore forest health, reduce wildfire risk, and revitalize Indigenous land stewardship practices.
The program includes a guided walk of approximately one mile over uneven forest terrain through the burn area to observe early regeneration and recovery. Light snacks and beverages will be provided.
For more information and updates, go to www.stlouisriver.org/events
This is the final event in our 2026 River Revival Series. Thank you to everyone who has joined us to learn about the restoration and protection of the St. Louis River, Allouez Bay, and Wisconsin Point!
This event is in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and Lake Superior Headwaters Sustainability Partnership, with generous funding provided by the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.