The wind blows, but the sun shines brightly
on a crisp Minnesota day as members of Red Wing Lodge gather along the edge of
Highway 61. They are not armed with golf clubs nor picnic baskets, but with
gloves, trash bags, and grabbers. What is their mission? To restore beauty to
their little corner of the world under the Minnesota Adopt a Highway Program.
As we begin our work, we settle into the
rhythm of the task. Some Brothers pick up old beverage cans and bottles, food
wrappers, while others find the occasional oddity—a weathered license plate and
a lopsided tennis ball.
What begins as a chore quickly transforms
into something deeper. Amid the hum of cars, there’s a sense of camaraderie,
pride, and purpose. Each bag of litter represents not just a cleaner highway,
but a reminder of the difference a small group can make.
By day’s end, the roadside sparkles. Our team
admires their hard work, knowing they’ve contributed to the state’s natural
beauty. They leave tired, but fulfilled, with a renewed sense of connection—to
each other, their community, and the Red Wing landscape. And as they head home,
they carry with them the quiet satisfaction of a job well done.
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