This April brings delicate perennials hiding under leaf decay, unfurling buds, and nearly complete ice-outs! (All events free unless otherwise noted.) Remember to tred lightly through the woods (maybe stick to a path, if possible) to give those new plants a chance. Within the next few weeks we’ll have aContinue Reading

With the wintry mix today, we know snow is inevitable . . . so, buy your ski pass today, HERE— Yea! List of MN Ski Trails 11/08/14 – 11/23/14 Deer Hunt – Firearm season – 1A 11/08/14 – 11/16/14 Deer Hunt – Firearm season – 2A and 3A 11/08/14 –Continue Reading

It’s migration time! Don’t forget to review the bird checklist for the park you visit this weekend: HERE. Friday, May 16 May 16, Evening Exploration Walk 8–9 p.m. Explore your nighttime senses—”listen like an owl, smell like a wolf” and . . . “taste lightening bug candy”?! Interstae Park hasContinue Reading

May 2 May 2, Arbor Day Tree Sale—Coon Rapids 9–1 p.m., $15–17 per tree, must be pre-ordered (limit 4) with forester: 763-767-6455 Location: Coon Rapids Public Works Garage, 1831 111th Ave NW May 2, Arbor Day Festival—Sandstone 1 p.m. Activities include hands-on tree planting demonstration, electrical safety demonstration and Arborist demonstration (withContinue Reading

03/08/14 Whitewater State Park Maple Syrup Making for the Whole Family 03/08/14 Whitewater State Park Maple Syrup Making for the Whole Family 03/08/14 Fort Snelling State Park Women’s Maple Syruping in Your Backyard 03/08/14 William O’Brien State Park Birds and Winter Crafts 03/08/14 Lake Bemidji State Park Rescheduled Candlelight SkiContinue Reading