————— March 20 SUNDAY ————— 03/20/16 Maple Syruping in Your Backyard 1 PM to 2:30 PM Join us for our annual “Maple Syruping in Your Backyard” workshop. Learn about the natural history of maple trees, and the history of making maple syrup. Find out what equipment is required, how toContinue Reading

Happy spring equinox! The balance of light and dark means more time for fun in the outdoors! MN Nature has some ideas to help you enjoy the warming weather — starting with maple syrup tapping! March Madness = Maple Syrup Time Early spring in Minnesota is maple syrup tapping time!Continue Reading

Down south it may feel like the snow is out but up north the reports are good. Be sure to call the park or be prepared to hike instead of skiing or snowshoeing for events below. Listed events free unless otherwise noted (State parks require car stickers $5/day or $25/year).Continue Reading

Events free unless otherwise noted. (Often to spectate is free.) ————— 02/07/16 ————— 02/07/16 Fishing Derby 7 AM–2 PM It’s time for the annual fishing derby, supported by the Lake Bronson Lions Club. Come as a contestant or a spectator and see what the lake has to offer for walleye,Continue Reading

—————02/02/16 ————— 02/02/16 Mississippi Blufflands State Trail Planning Advisory Committee #1 6–7:30 PM The Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) will meet several times during development of a master plan for the Mississippi Blufflands State Trail. The PAC will meet several times to provide input, help evaluate alternative courses of action, andContinue Reading