Welcome to the Teen Zone
Looking for a job or internship? Wondering how to get involved in the community? Three Rivers offers tons of opportunities for teens to build their resumes, get experience and gather life skills. Adventure is out there! What are you waiting for?
Members of the Three Rivers Park District Teen Council will work with park staff on teen-oriented park district initiatives.
Be part of an outdoor recreation crew, help out as an assistant naturalist, work with professional artists and more as a Three Rivers volunteer.
Find a job or internship, or learn about job shadowing and informational interview opportunities at Three Rivers.
Ready to get outside? Browse the full list of programs to see what's coming up. We'll see you in the parks!
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What's Happening in the Parks
Ongoing | Multiple Locations
Learn about bird banding, go on a birding hike with a naturalist, meet a raptor and more.
Ongoing | Gale Woods
Pick a mystery bag and see what you can cook up!
Ongoing | Multiple Locations
Learn the basics of archery and give shooting a try!
The Wandering Naturalist
Episodes 63–65: Fungi
Learn how fungi function, which fungi are causing problems in our parks, and how to grow your own edible mushrooms.
the three rivers blog
Dryland Training: A New Way To Work Out In The Parks
By: Tyler Thompson
While dryland training is commonly used to prepare for winter sports, anyone can benefit from it. Learn what dryland training means and what kinds of exercises you can incorporate into your visit to the parks.
This year has presented unique challenges for educators around the world. Learn how one of our environmental educators adapted to teaching in the pandemic and what new strategies she used to benefit her students.
The Mississippi Flyway: A Bird Highway Through The Twin Cities
By: Anders Hanson
The most used bird migration path in North America passes right through the heart of the Twin Cities. Learn about the Mississippi Flyway, where to look for birds, and how you can help protect these migrators.
