Minnesota Day Trips by Theme. Mary M. Bauer

       THINGS THAT FLY

       National Eagle Center, Wabasha

       Raptor Center, St. Paul

       Valleyfair Amusement Park, Shakopee

      Blue Mounds State Park

ANCIENT CARVINGS

      1 Jeffers Petroglyphs

      27160 County Road 2, Comfrey. Located 3 miles east of Highway 71 on County 10; then 1 mile south on County 2; 507-628-5591; sites/mnhs.org/historic-sites/jeffers-petroglyphs

      The glacier-scarred bedrock contains thousands of ancient rock carvings known as petroglyphs. This is a sacred place, one that has been used by American Indian tribes for more than 7,000 years. Search the rock outcrops for carvings of bison, turtles, thunderbirds and human figures. The surrounding native prairie boasts cacti and other rare plants.

      Visitor center with interactive activities, exhibits and video. Open Memorial Day–Labor Day, Su–M and W–Sa. Closed Saturdays in September. Wheelchair accessible. Fee charged.