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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The Wandering Naturalist
Episodes 44–46: Urban Sprawl
Three Rivers has some parks that are more developed and some that have large, uninterrupted habitat. Learn why we've created this spectrum, how we've decided which areas to develop and which to preserve, and all about our 80/20 policy.
the three rivers blog
Get Ready to Garden! — A Guide for Beginners
By: Melissa Hochstetler
Have you always wanted a garden but didn't know where to start? Learn gardening basics from staff at Gale Woods Farm and feel confident in planting your own produce this season!
How Do Frogs Survive Winter?
By: John Moriarty
Spring is not far away, and soon we'll start hearing the first familiar sounds of the season, including the croaks and calls of frogs and toads. But where have they been all winter? Read on to find out how frogs in Minnesota survive the coldest months of the year.
Skijoring: Winter Fun for You and Your Dog
By: Jessica Allen
Skijoring is a fun winter sport you can do with your dog. Read on to learn what it is, what you need to get started, where to skijor in Three Rivers and more.
