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How to Play Disc Golf

By: Ann Schinas

May 14, 2025

Looking for a fun, inexpensive activity to get yourself and those close to you outside and moving? Try disc golf! 

Whether you're a beginner looking to try disc golf for the first time or an experienced player looking for tips and tricks to improve your game, we'll walk you through this increasingly popular outdoor sport.

Places To Fish From Shore in Minnesota

By: Erin Korsmo

May 14, 2025

Fishing is a great way to connect with nature, the outdoors, family and friends. If you are new to the sport, we have several locations in Three Rivers where you can test the waters, no boat required! 

Read on for a list of our favorite fishing spots in Minnesota and what kind of fish you might catch while you’re there.

Breaking Down Barriers to Water Safety Education – Part 2

By: Amanda Fong & Maggie Heurung

April 28, 2025

Three Rivers initiated a regional water safety audit and partnered with V3 Sports to develop family-focused water safety workshops.

Part two details the launch and results of these water safety workshops.

Breaking Down Barriers to Water Safety Education – Part 1

By: Amanda Fong & Maggie Heurung

April 28, 2025

Three Rivers initiated a regional water safety audit and partnered with V3 Sports to develop family-focused water safety workshops.

Part one of this blog focuses on the background of the study.

Come Out and Play: Exploring Dog Off-Leash Areas

By: Tom Knisely

April 25, 2023

Is your dog looking for a space of its own in the parks? Learn more about Three Rivers' dog off-leash areas and how your pet can enjoy the parks, too.

Three Rivers Parks guest Bev Moe shares the story of a hiking community built in the early days of the pandemic at her favorite hiking spot: Hyland Lake Park Reserve.

Returning to Downhill Skiing

By: Roger Wangen

November 01, 2022

Winter is right around the corner! Interested in returning to downhill skiing after decades away or a few seasons off? Learn how to get ready, both mentally and physically, before getting back to the hill.

How to Start Ice Fishing

By: Nick Sacco & Nyssa Gesch

January 10, 2022

Want to expand your fishing hobby? Get out to the ice this winter! Learn the basics about ice fishing and how you can move your summer passion to the colder months. 

Adapted Biking: Bringing All Together on the Trails

By: Tracy Tabaka

October 19, 2021

Bikers share their experiences from the trails and how adapted equipment is creating a more inclusive trail ride.

Finding Peace Through a Healing Walk

By: Nicole Fernandez

October 11, 2021

Nicole Fernandez, a cultural liaison at Three Rivers, reflects on leading a healing walk and offers tips on how you can create the experience on your own.

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