Brrr it’s cold out there but don’t miss out on all the outdoor activities this weekend! St Paul’s Arbor Celebration teamed up with Eco Fest this year for a huge event and there will be FREE trees! And it’s opening fishing weekend. AND it’s international migratory bird day. Wow! ShowContinue Reading

Happy spring! All events free unless otherwise noted. And as always, sign up now! And look ahead to future events because everything, even volunteer opportunities, fill up fast! What can we say, we love our outdoors in Minnesota. #MNnature #MNLove Timberdoodle Dance 7:30 – 9 PM Timberdoodle is the nicknameContinue Reading

Monday, April 4 04/04/16 Lecture: “Climate change impacts and adaptation in the National Park Service” 3–4 PM Presented by Gregor Schuurman, adaptation ecologist, as part of Climate Change Response Program, National Park Service IonE Commons, Learning and Environmental Sciences Center, St. Paul Campus   Tuesday, April 5 04/05/16 DNR PanContinue Reading

————— 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

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