Best Answer: Turkeys have been a symbol of thanksgiving and abundance long before the Piligrimâs âfirst mealâ in 1621 with the Native Americans. Native American Indians view the turkey as a both a symbol of abundance and fertility.The turkey was the guest of honor (sacrificial, that is) in various fertility and gratitude ceremonies.o the Lenape, the turkey is called the giving bird. It was used for food, as well as it's feathers. Here in the East, before the Europeans came, eagles weren't seen as often as the turkey. And the eagle was seen as a scavenger. The feathers were used to make capes.
Check out this amazing view. Now imagine more than 164 miles of it. Whether you are on the Minnesota or Wisconsin side of the St. Croix River, you will be teetering back and forth between amazing fall colors the whole way down. Peak time to see colors is from late September to early October.
Follow Our Top 8 Tips for Viewing the Northern Lights/Aurora Borealis in Minnesota. 1  Check the forecast. The best viewing is during clear nights with little to no moonlight. 2  Stay up late. Night owls have the best chance of catching this incredible phenomenon. Best times to see them is often between 9pm â 4am. 3  Bundle up.