Due to 30-year record lows in population, the walleye season is closing early tonight at 10 pm to ensure a healthy population next year and in years to come. Gov. Dayton may call a special session yet to address financial aid to businesses impacted by this decision. Tourism and fishingContinue Reading

July is Park and Recreation Month, and people are encouraged to get out and enjoy their local parks. The National Recreation and Park Association has been celebrating this for 30 years. #JulyPRM30 Find Events & More All events listed are free unless otherwise noted (however, for State Parks you need aContinue Reading

Happy #PollinatorWeek and Father’s Day. Get outside and bee happy! All activities are FREE unless otherwise noted.   Friday, June 19 ———Friday mornin’——— Kids Fishing Fridays 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Kids 8-15 yrs of age are invited on this guided fishing trip to develop fishing skills and explore ourContinue Reading

Admission to all Minnesota state parks and recreation areas is FREE this Saturday for National Get Outdoors Day! Come out and explore! Archery, boating, fishing, learning, volunteering, there’s something for everyone! Events free unless otherwise noted. Have a GREAT weekend in the Great Outdoors! #nationalgetoutdoorsday   DNR Press release: NationalContinue Reading

MN Nature and Little Bohemia Neighborhood are planting pollinator-friendly perennials for the bees, butterflies and other pollinators in the St. Paul urban ecosystem. Join us!   You’re Invited! What: Plant for the Bees and Butterflies! When: Saturday, June 13 Time: 10–2 pm (team leads arrive 9:30 am) Where: Harrison AveContinue Reading