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The 10th annual Healthy Land, Healthy Lake Expo convened at Tulibee Tavern in Wahkon on Saturday May 3 to educate attendees on lake health, specifically in regard to Mille Lacs.
The event traditionally was held in September, but organizers decided that May would bring extra excitement as cabin-goers and outdoor enthusiasts get out to enjoy the warmer weather. Tulibee’s also provided a larger event space to have more participation.
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