The canoe was made from a 14-foot length of the tree trunk which weighed one ton. Digging out the interior of the log was accomplished using an axe, adz, and Indian crooked knife. When it was finished, the canoe weighed only 175 pounds. In June 1998 the canoe was donated to the Hales Corners Historical Society by Wayne Boldt. The canoe had previously been in the possession of Boldt's late father, Alton Boldt, who was a close friend of Ben Hunt.
Groups are welcome to schedule special tours at other times.
Whittling, moccasin making, Indian beadwork and similar activities are offered at minimal cost and are open to the public. The classes are held in the Ben Hunt cabin. Contact the Hales Corners Historical Society for more information. In addition, the Hunt cabin may be used for special events without charge by non-profit groups which serve a civic, cultural or educational purpose.