News

Stay informed of what's happening at Three Rivers Parks. Check back for news on construction project updates as well as educational and recreational volunteer opportunities.

News Updates

Last Chance Golf Specials
November 5, 2009
Take advantage of these great specials at a Three Rivers Course!
Three Rivers Reminds Trail Users of Road Crossing Safety Hazards
October 16, 2009
Three Rivers Park District is reminding bikers to observe safety rules, particularly at road crossings.
Autumn Woods Classic Results
October 15, 2009
Race results for Autumn Woods Classic are available at www.andersonraces.com.
Swans Staging at Lake Rebecca
October 14, 2009
Trumpeter Swans are now beginning to fly with their parents and will stay together as a family group until next spring.
Play Area Closures
October 13, 2009
Due to the weather conditions, play areas may be closed.
Rules on Lake Minnetonka Islands
September 10, 2009
Three Rivers is reminding Lake Minnetonka boaters to follow the posted rules on Wild Goose Chase Island and Wawatasso Island.
Lighted Hiking Trails
September 7, 2009
Lighted hiking trails will be open this fall at three park locations.

Construction Updates

Baker Campground Construction
October 8, 2009
Construction will begin to upgrade the restroom/shower facilities at Baker Campground Shower Building #2.
Trails, Tunnel Near Completion at Carver
October 1, 2009
The public's patience is appreciated during construction of the new paved trails and pedestrian tunnel within Carver Park Reserve.
Coon Rapids Dam Walkway Closure
September 18, 2009
Three Rivers Park District will begin lowering the six-mile recreational pool above the Coon Rapids Dam on or about Oct. 12.
Planning for Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail in Edina
September 8, 2009
Several alternative trail routes are under consideration and include routes adjacent to roads and along the Nine Mile Creek corridor.
Trail Resurfacing at Elm Creek Park
August 31, 2009
Trail resurfacing is scheduled to begin August 31 on the north loop of the paved trail system at Elm Creek Park Reserve.

Volunteering Updates

Event Volunteers Needed
October 16, 2009
Program Assistants are needed to help with demonstrations, kids activities, face painting, hikes, planning, prep work, greeting/registration, refreshments, set-up, clean-up, etc.
Help Restore the Prairie
October 15, 2009
Help restore prairie by collecting native wildflower seed this fall at Crow-Hassan, Carver and Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserves.