This week’s fun, free outdoor activities in Minnesota include pollinator and flower hikes as well as a monarch festival. August is the time when butterflies and pollinators are busy fluttering about and enjoying the warm weather. We get to enjoy their colorful presence and celebrate all they do for us—likeContinue Reading

MN Nature weekly outdoor activities

Poké Regulations — Do Pokemons live in Minnesota parks? Yes they do! Of course, for outdoor enthusiasts finding them is called: Pokéhunt. Minnesota does not require a permit (yet). Harvest to your heart’s content. Free Outdoor Activities Join the MN DNR, Federal Fish & Wildlife, City Parks & Rec, and moreContinue Reading

Want to help the bees thrive in Minnesota? Ever thought of being a backyard beekeeper? Wild River State Park has an informative presentation for Minnesota beekeepers (and wannabeekeepers!). Learn, grow, and give back in the great outdoors of #MNnature.   08/06/16 Community Fishing Days 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. FishContinue Reading

MN Nature bids July 2016 farewell with a grand list of outdoor activities that stretch late into the bright summery evenings. Be sure to relish in the long days and enjoy the bountiful lightning bugs gracefully dotting the landscape just at dusk. As always, these recreation events are free unlessContinue Reading

Happy summer! The fireflies and monarchs are out (and mosquitoes, ah well). MN Nature has fun activities this week for you, and as always most are free and family-friendly. We also want to share KD Novelties great 10 Fun Summer Activities To Do With Your Kids — Check it out!Continue Reading