October in Green Island

Jane H. Downex asks readers to look for life's wonders and pleasures in her poem on display at Green Island in October.

Many poems along the route ask readers to ponder on the state of things during the pandemic. This poem by Judith B. Miller speaks to the hope for a miracle much like those seen in nature.

A nuthatch looks out from the side of a pine tree during a recent visit to Green Island in Wadena. Birds, squirrel and deer are common sites along the route. Michael Johnson/Pioneer Journal

Look for the 12 poetry stations along the route and read from writers throughout the region. Michael Johnson/Pioneer Journal

Some trail seekers bring a snack along with and take a rest at one of several sitting spots along the way. Michael Johnson/Pioneer Journal

Take a rest on metal outdoor furniture along the way or lay out on a log like this one found along the trail system at Green Island. Michael Johnson/Pioneer Journal

You'll silently walk on a bed of pine needles along much of the trail at Green Island. Michael Johnson/Pioneer Journal

The trails at Green Island have 12 poems posted along the way. At one point travelers may find this post, which allows them to create their own poetry on the spot using magnets on a board. Michael Johnson/Pioneer Journal

Scrap metal and wood are bound together to form this forest angel anchored in the pine and tamarack understory at Green Island in Wadena. Michael Johnson/Pioneer Journal

Found items are transformed into artwork colorful homes for birds at Green Island in Wadena. Michael Johnson/Pioneer Journal