Outdoor activities for fall are here, many free! Bathe in the glory of fall colors, not so many bugs, and cool weather. It’s the best time to explore Minnesota! 10/23 Women’s Archery ($10) Location: Carver Park Reserve, Victoria Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Explore the basics of archery andContinue Reading

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Volunteer opportunity: planting tree event Sept 25 Save the dates: Sept 23–25 help plant trees, shrubs, and perennials in the heart of St Paul within the thriving Little Bohemia neighborhood. Details: Restore an urban forest site with other volunteers as part of a MNDOT Community Roadside Partnership in St Paul.Continue Reading

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More free outdoor activities for everyone! This year the “I Can” series (including canoeing, kayaking, bicycling, backpacking, camping, fishing, archery, and more!) of activities require sign-up. They are still free but you must register in advance here: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/ican/index.html A Walk in the ParkItasca State ParkJuly 12, 202110:30 a.m. to 11:30Continue Reading

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Looking for your next outdoor nature activity near you? MN Nature has got you covered! With COVID restrictions lifting there are many outdoor activities planned for this summer. Plan to social distance and have your mask and insect deterrent on hand. Mosquitoes and black/horse flies can be nasty in July.Continue Reading

MN Nature morel mushroom hunting, photo: https://www.facebook.com/groups/morelmushroomreports/permalink/1086719211371562/ MNnature

State Parks Jr. Naturalist: Owl Detectives!Itasca State ParkJune 16, 20211:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Wildflower Legend, Lore and More! Wildflower WalkItasca State ParkJune 17, 202110:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Slither CrittersBlue Mounds State ParkJune 18, 20217 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tour the Glacial PotholesInterstate State ParkJune 18, 202112 p.m. toContinue Reading