Tra-la-la-la-la it’s spring in Minnesota! AND it’s mother’s day! AND it’s open fishing! AND it’s National Public Gardens Day! AND it’s international migratory bird day—well, duh. Hootenanny hurrah! All events free unless otherwise noted. Happy outdoorsing! (Is that word? Now it is.) #MNawesome #MNnature #take-a-mom-fishing #NationalPublicGardensDay [Oh, and that featureContinue Reading
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
It’s summer in Minnesota—don’t forget your bug spray! Remember to ask the ranger at campground check-in for a list of events. Hot this summer: Archery in the Park is back! And check out the new, Free (we like that!), “learn to fish” opportunities across the entire state! Learn to Fish! Free, equipmentContinue 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
Get out to experience your local ice skating rink before Sunday when temps are to hit 50! I couldn’t find a single cohesive list but each city and/or county parks division has a list. Internet search: Outdoor ice rink city of _________. March 27, Live Eagle Program 11, 1, 3pm, FREEContinue Reading