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Upcoming Events
May 15 | Elm Creek
Try adapted off-road handcycles on the 2.2-mile adapted trail at Elm Creek! Learn about lessons, races and a riding club.
Ongoing | Multiple Locations
Go for a guided canoe on a serene lake or learn the essentials of kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding.
May 23 | Fish Lake
Try out adapted mountain bikes, kayaks, archery equipment and geocaching!
Find adventure outside this summer at Three Rivers! Camps are available on topics including nature exploration, outdoor recreation, golf, fishing, farming, art and Minnesota history. Registration is open.
Golf Academy registration is open! Choose from public and private lessons, clinics and camps, and more. Offerings are available for youth and adults of all skill levels.
The Wandering Naturalist
Episodes 86-89: Coffee for Birds
Listen in to learn all about how the coffee you drink affects migratory birds that call Minnesota home in the summer. Hear from coffee farmers, local roasters and others, and learn how to tell if your coffee supports birds.
The Three Rivers Blog
Gardening with Native Plants
By: Angela Grill
There are many benefits of gardening with plants native to Minnesota, including being better for the environment and saving time and money on maintenance. Read on to explore some of the perks of growing native plants and how to get started at home.
Drinking Coffee For Birds
By: Brandon Baker
Did you know that coffee farms can have major impacts on migrating birds? Learn how coffee production affects birds and how you can help make a difference with the coffee you drink.
Breaking Down Barriers to Camping
By: Chia Xiong
Camping can offer new ways to connect to nature, but there is recognizable privilege in being able to do it. Learn how our Community Engagement team worked with community partners and other staff members to establish a Camping Gear Lending Library and offer introductory camping experiences to interested groups.
News
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The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is reviewing a permit application for a proposed pavement mill and overlay project at Baker Park Reserve. Information about the permit application is included below and at this link.
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The new creative play area at Baker Park Reserve is now open!
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Find yourself in the parks using Three Rivers Geospatial PDF (GeoPDFs) maps on your mobile device with the Avenza app!
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Three Rivers and the City of Bloomington are pursuing a partnership agreement for the operation of Hyland Greens Golf and Learning Center.
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Aerations systems will be installed in several lakes in and near Three Rivers parks. Operation of the aeration systems may result in unsafe ice conditions on portions of the lakes for the duration of the winter.
