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
Jan. 25 | Fish Lake
Give one of Minnesota's favorite pastimes a try! Learn how to bait a hook, the basics of ice fishing safety and more.
Ongoing | Multiple Locations
From cross-country skiing to yoga to kicksledding and more, don't miss the teen-only programs at Three Rivers.
December–February | Multiple Locations
Try snowshoeing for the first time in a beginner lesson or head out on a guided trek to explore the winter wilderness.
The Wandering Naturalist
Episodes 38–40: Life Under the Ice
Explore what happens in lakes in the winter, learn how invasive species impact life under the ice, and discover the history of ice harvesting.
the three rivers blog
Best Trails for Cross-Country Skiing
By: Three Rivers Staff
We're in for a lot of snow this weekend, which means it's time to hit the ski trails! Read on to find our favorite beginner, intermediate, advanced and long-distance (5-10K) cross-country ski trails in Three Rivers.
5 Tips for Taking Winter Photos
By: Paul Raymaker
Snowy landscapes are incredibly dynamic and offer gorgeous scenery for winter photography. Take advantage of this beautiful season and see tips for shooting winter photos and learn how to stay warm while you're out there.
Do Evergreen Trees Lose Their Needles?
By: Paul Kortebein
Evergreens received their nickname because their needles appear green all year, even in the fall. Did you know, though, that conifers actually do lose their needles? Learn when coniferous trees shed their needles and how to tell if needle drop is normal or a sign of stress.
