CROSSLAKE — The Crosslake Area Historical Society will host the National Loon Center for a Back Porch presentation from 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5. Guests will learn about Minnesota’s iconic state bird and the important work being done to support loon education and conservation. PineandLakes Homepage NewsLike what you're reading? Check out our other PineandLakes news articles , updated daily. Remember to pick up a copy of The PineandLakes Echo Journal — on newsstands Wednesdays and online daily in our e-edition and website.