 The Minnesota DNR has added several interactive experiences to its popular state fair exhibit. The new exhibits in the forestry wing are the second and last phase of a three-year project. They're located inside the Bain DNR building. This year's exhibit features a giant hiking boot that can be stepped into and crawled on for photo opportunities. We are inviting people to step into a Minnesota forest. To encourage people to do that we've created a giant boot and the best photo op this year at the state fair. People can crawl inside and get their photo taken with great fall color leaves behind them. The boot itself is about eight feet long and almost five feet tall at the top. Spending displays located on either side of the boot highlight the many recreational opportunities available in Minnesota's 59 state forests. Other interactive opportunities include a chance to explore a life-size white pine tree complete with the roots that a person can walk on and learn how forests create clean water. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.