It was a gloriously sunny day on July 13th, 2025 when the Eagle River Nature Center officially celebrated the opening of Korohusk Public Use Cabin. A slide show was put together by the nature center showing construction of the cabin from start to finish along with a few videos of the helicopter sling loads. Mimosas and savory and sweet charcuterie boards with cheeses, crackers, meats, fruits, cookies and sweets were served to over 70 people. Laura Kruger, the executive director, thanked the many contributions made by people and organizations responsible for helping to make the cabin project a reality.
After she spoke, Steve and Barb Johnson also said a few words, stating their gratitude and an acknowledgement that the cabin was only made possible due to the generosity of so many in the community. They said they are happy that so many people will get to experience memorable outdoor adventures using the cabin as a shelter, and they hope that it will also provide a steady revenue source for the Eagle River Nature Center for many years to come. Barb and Steve spent a lot of time in Eagle River Valley throughout the years and seasons backpacking, hiking, skiing, and packrafting with Erin, so it is a fitting place to remember her and to help others experience this incredible place.
Everyone was then invited to hike out to see the cabin. There were around 30 people who hiked the three miles out and at least 19 had never seen it before! We celebrated with more food at the cabin and many hiked down to the water’s edge to check it out. The cabin is mostly booked a year out, so if you want to stay there, book online early to reserve it at: cabin rental
It was a wonderful day of celebration. See a few pictures below.
