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Maintains city athletic fields, lakes, nature centers, parks, playgrounds, and community recreation facilities. Offers two enclosed facilities and three open-air shelters for rent. Additional services include rental equipment.

Houses an exhibit area, the Bluestem Store, 4 classrooms and an education greenhouse. Offers a variety of environmental education programs to learners of all ages, as well as interpretive programs and walks throughout the year. Operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, hosts teacher workshops and training sessions for wildlife professionals.

- Dakota Woods Dog Park Lake Byllesby Regional Park - Lake Byllesby Regional Park Trailhead: Dogsledding, hiking and skijoring trails; beach; boat launch; campground; playground; horseshoe pits; picnic shelter; fishing; swimming Lebanon Hills Regional Park - Camp Sacajawea Retreat Center meeting space - Equestrian Trailhead: Equestrian trails and picnic tables - Holland Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails, fishing pier, picnic area/shelter, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, ski skating - Jensen Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and ski touring trails, canoe route access, playground and picnic shelter/area, fishing, ice fishing - Lebanon Hills campground - Lebanon Hills Visitor Center: Park information and maps, reference library, equipment rental, Discovery Room meeting space rental, day camps, yoga - Schulze Lake Beach: Picnic area, access to hiking trails, canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rental, swimming - Visitor Center Trailhead: Hiking, ski and snowshoe trails, nature interpretive trail, beach, equipment rental, canoe route access, fishing pier, picnic area, sledding hill, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming - West Trailhead: Hiking and mountain bike trails, picnic shelter, ski skating, snowshoeing Miesville Ravine Park Reserve - Miesville Ravine Park Reserve Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoeing trails, picnic shelters Spring Lake Park Reserve - Community gardening plots - Lower Spring Lake Park Reserve Trailhead (Archery Trail): Access to archery trail, horseshoe pits, picnic shelter, snowshoeing, and Camp Spring Lake Retreat Center meeting space - Schaar's Bluff Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and ski skating trails, picnic shelters/area, playground, sand volleyball court, gardening, Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center meeting space, and day camps Thompson County Park - Thompson County Park Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoe trails, playground, fishing pier, picnic shelter, horseshoe pits, and Dakota Lodge meeting space Whitetail Woods Regional Park - Whitetail Woods Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and snowshoe trails, Fawn Crossing Nature Play area, amphitheater, picnic area, sledding hills, camper cabins

- Dakota Woods Dog Park Lake Byllesby Regional Park - Lake Byllesby Regional Park Trailhead: Dogsledding, hiking and skijoring trails; beach; boat launch; campground; playground; horseshoe pits; picnic shelter; fishing; swimming Lebanon Hills Regional Park - Camp Sacajawea Retreat Center meeting space - Equestrian Trailhead: Equestrian trails and picnic tables - Holland Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails, fishing pier, picnic area/shelter, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, ski skating - Jensen Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and ski touring trails, canoe route access, playground and picnic shelter/area, fishing, ice fishing - Lebanon Hills campground - Lebanon Hills Visitor Center: Park information and maps, reference library, equipment rental, Discovery Room meeting space rental, day camps, yoga - Schulze Lake Beach: Picnic area, access to hiking trails, canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rental, swimming - Visitor Center Trailhead: Hiking, ski and snowshoe trails, nature interpretive trail, beach, equipment rental, canoe route access, fishing pier, picnic area, sledding hill, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming - West Trailhead: Hiking and mountain bike trails, picnic shelter, ski skating, snowshoeing Miesville Ravine Park Reserve - Miesville Ravine Park Reserve Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoeing trails, picnic shelters Spring Lake Park Reserve - Community gardening plots - Lower Spring Lake Park Reserve Trailhead (Archery Trail): Access to archery trail, horseshoe pits, picnic shelter, snowshoeing, and Camp Spring Lake Retreat Center meeting space - Schaar's Bluff Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and ski skating trails, picnic shelters/area, playground, sand volleyball court, gardening, Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center meeting space, and day camps Thompson County Park - Thompson County Park Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoe trails, playground, fishing pier, picnic shelter, horseshoe pits, and Dakota Lodge meeting space Whitetail Woods Regional Park - Whitetail Woods Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and snowshoe trails, Fawn Crossing Nature Play area, amphitheater, picnic area, sledding hills, camper cabins

PROGRAMS THROUGH MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND NATURAL RESOURCES - Nature Center & Neighborhood Preserves programming includes trails and parks - Nature programs offered by community partners - Touch and See room open at the Nature Center - Sports programs offered through community partners - Community events at various locations in Maplewood throughout the year PROGRAMS AT THE YMCA - Aquatics, including swimming lessons - Physical fitness classes and facilities - Sports programs for youth and adults - Child care and day camps - Banquet room rental - Birthday parties which include the use of the gym and swimming facilities - Senior programming - Theater rental/performances

Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages.

Class offerings include arts and craft classes, babysitting safety, cooking classes, chess, driver's education, field trips, nature learning, sports and recreation, swimming lessons, theatre, youth enrichment programs, and more.

Mayor and City Council Members:

- Member contact information https://www.stlouisparkmn.gov/government/city-council/mayor-council-members

Departments:

- Administration and Finance

- Building and Energy

- City Attorney

- Economic Development

- Engineering

- Elections

- Garbage and Recycling

- Licenses

- Parks and Recreation: Offers a wide variety of parks and recreation programming for people of all ages; this includes an aquatic park, facility rentals, outdoor skating and sledding, public ice skating rink, recreation outdoor center, and the Westwood Hills Nature Center

- Planning and Zoning

- Public Works

- Utilities

- Water and Sewer

Offers a wide variety of parks and recreation programming for people of all ages. This includes adult athletic leagues, youth programs, and seasonal activities. Visit the website for a current list of recreation programs. Additional services include: 

- Administers Westwood Hills Environmental Education, nature trails, and nature interpretive programs

- Management of the city recreation center, which consists of an indoor ice arena, outdoor pool, aquatic park, and banquet and meeting rooms for community use

- Off-leash dog parks

- Park maintenance

- Apple Orchard: Apples for sale grown in the orchard using minimal spray techniques

- Environmental advocacy, consulting, and education

- Environmental education programs for groups on a variety of topics

- Internship opportunities - Maple syrup and honey production

- Nature center covering 720 acres

- Several miles of walking trails through various habitats

- Snowshoes available for rental with adequate snow cover - Storytime for ages 2-5 which includes an hour of activities, including a nature story, art or craft project, exploring the outdoors, and observing live animals - Summer day camps for children including games, crafts, and nature hikes

Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages.

Class offerings include adult basic education, arts and crafts classes, baking classes, driver's education courses, lifeguard training, nature education, sports and recreational activities, and more.

Provides activities and events for community members, including:

- Adult and youth sports leagues

- Art activities

- Health and fitness classes

- Nature activities

- Outdoor concerts and movies

- Winter activities: Ice fishing, ice rinks, ice skiing; sledding, skiing lessons, snowshoeing, and more

- Water activities: Beaches, boat launches, boat rentals, fishing, splash pads, swimming lessons, water parks, and more

- Youth programs: Early childhood, school-age childcare, teen programs

For current activities and events, visit the website: https://www.minneapolisparks.org/activities-events/

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Located on a 17-acre native prairie and wetland, the center offers hands-on nature exhibits, special nature-themed children's programs, and other programming throughout the year. Additional services include a community garden, natural playground, picnic area, and sites for camping. 

- Akin Riverside Park features playground equipment, a picnic shelter, picnic tables, a nature area with open space, river access with 2 fishing platforms, boat dock, boat launch, and brick and inlay walk/trail - Anoka Nature Reserve features a 200-acre parcel that includes an old-growth oak forest, prairie area, and farm field. Provides 3 miles of gravel travel for park users. - Bonnell Fields features a stormwater collection area for the city. Has a U14 softball field located in SE corner and U12 baseball field located in NE corner. - City Hall Dam and Port-of-Anoka features a picnic table, pedestrian trail access under Main Street by tunnel, fishing, boating, and canoe access - George Enloe Park features two playground structures, 1 fast-pitch softball field, 2 baseball/softball fields, 1 major baseball field with lights, 1 soccer field, 1 sand volleyball, 1 full-court basketball, 2 lit tennis courts, picnic area, 1 general ice skating rink, 1 hockey rink, and nature and open area - George Green Park features a serene setting for bi-centennial bandshell and summer Concerts in the Park program. Park includes the Anoka Senior Center and Anoka Aquatic Center facilities. - Gray Ghost Fields features a large open play field used for lacrosse, soccer, or football - John Ward Park features a playground structure, 3 softball fields (2 lit), 2 lit football fields, a picnic shelter, sand volleyball, full basketball court, 4 lit tennis courts, and picnic tables - Kings Park features a mall neighborhood park with a life size statue of an Anoka Police Department canine - Mississippi River Community Park features 4 picnic shelters, a playground structure, baseball/softball fields, sand volleyball, basketball court, 2 tennis courts, horseshoe pits, picnic areas, river access points for canoeing, fishing dock, trails, and a 1-kilometer running track - Peninsula Point Two River Historical Park features playground equipment, an interpretive historic walk area, picnic tables, historic river-walk area, trails, boat docks, and fishing - Rick Sorenson Park features playground equipment, a picnic area, 1 general ice skating rink, 2 hockey rinks, and 2 athletic fields that can accommodate football and soccer - Rudy Johnson Park features playground equipment, 1 baseball/softball field, 1 football/soccer field, picnic area, picnic tables, 1 general ice skating rink, 1 hockey rink, and a nature area and open space - Sunny Acres Park features playground equipment, 4 baseball/softball fields, 2 picnic shelters, 1 sand volleyball, 4 lit tennis courts, picnic areas, a nature area an open space, and a nature trail. Picnic shelters, softball fields, tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, and horseshoe pits may be rented.

- Dakota Woods Dog Park Lake Byllesby Regional Park - Lake Byllesby Regional Park Trailhead: Dogsledding, hiking and skijoring trails; beach; boat launch; campground; playground; horseshoe pits; picnic shelter; fishing; swimming Lebanon Hills Regional Park - Camp Sacajawea Retreat Center meeting space - Equestrian Trailhead: Equestrian trails and picnic tables - Holland Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails, fishing pier, picnic area/shelter, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, ski skating - Jensen Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and ski touring trails, canoe route access, playground and picnic shelter/area, fishing, ice fishing - Lebanon Hills campground - Lebanon Hills Visitor Center: Park information and maps, reference library, equipment rental, Discovery Room meeting space rental, day camps, yoga - Schulze Lake Beach: Picnic area, access to hiking trails, canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rental, swimming - Visitor Center Trailhead: Hiking, ski and snowshoe trails, nature interpretive trail, beach, equipment rental, canoe route access, fishing pier, picnic area, sledding hill, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming - West Trailhead: Hiking and mountain bike trails, picnic shelter, ski skating, snowshoeing Miesville Ravine Park Reserve - Miesville Ravine Park Reserve Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoeing trails, picnic shelters Spring Lake Park Reserve - Community gardening plots - Lower Spring Lake Park Reserve Trailhead (Archery Trail): Access to archery trail, horseshoe pits, picnic shelter, snowshoeing, and Camp Spring Lake Retreat Center meeting space - Schaar's Bluff Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and ski skating trails, picnic shelters/area, playground, sand volleyball court, gardening, Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center meeting space, and day camps Thompson County Park - Thompson County Park Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoe trails, playground, fishing pier, picnic shelter, horseshoe pits, and Dakota Lodge meeting space Whitetail Woods Regional Park - Whitetail Woods Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and snowshoe trails, Fawn Crossing Nature Play area, amphitheater, picnic area, sledding hills, camper cabins

Offers a nature center that is open year-round, which includes three miles of hiking trails through oak and aspen forests, past prairies, and through wetlands with floating boardwalks. Along the way, view native plants and wildlife. Various programs include:

- Adult Programs: Coffee chat with Nat and biking programs - Birthday party rental for children ages 4-11 years old - Day camps offered for children ages 4-14 years old, ranging from half-day to four-day camp programs. Camps are based on age groups and themes. - Snowshoes for rent

- Special events for the community such as Lantern Light Hike and Migration Celebration

- Baylor Park: Hiking and walking trails, biking trails, sports facilities for tennis, volleyball, and disc golf, fishing pier, boat access, day camps, campground, cross-country ski trails and ski gear rental, picnic areas, rentable shelters with water and electric

- Lake Minnewashta Regional Park: Hiking and walking trails, biking trails, fishing pier and boat access, day camps, children’s creative play area, cross-country ski trails and ski gear rental, off leash dog area, canoe and paddleboat rentals, picnic areas, rentable shelters with water and electric

- Lake Waconia Regional Park: Hiking and walking trails, beaches, boat launch access, picnic areas, day camps, canoe and paddleboat rentals, rentable shelters with water and electric

- Community garden applications

• RV camping information

• Pavilion rentals

• Recreation team and league information

• Park listings and reservation information

- Dakota Woods Dog Park Lake Byllesby Regional Park - Lake Byllesby Regional Park Trailhead: Dogsledding, hiking and skijoring trails; beach; boat launch; campground; playground; horseshoe pits; picnic shelter; fishing; swimming Lebanon Hills Regional Park - Camp Sacajawea Retreat Center meeting space - Equestrian Trailhead: Equestrian trails and picnic tables - Holland Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails, fishing pier, picnic area/shelter, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, ski skating - Jensen Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and ski touring trails, canoe route access, playground and picnic shelter/area, fishing, ice fishing - Lebanon Hills campground - Lebanon Hills Visitor Center: Park information and maps, reference library, equipment rental, Discovery Room meeting space rental, day camps, yoga - Schulze Lake Beach: Picnic area, access to hiking trails, canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rental, swimming - Visitor Center Trailhead: Hiking, ski and snowshoe trails, nature interpretive trail, beach, equipment rental, canoe route access, fishing pier, picnic area, sledding hill, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming - West Trailhead: Hiking and mountain bike trails, picnic shelter, ski skating, snowshoeing Miesville Ravine Park Reserve - Miesville Ravine Park Reserve Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoeing trails, picnic shelters Spring Lake Park Reserve - Community gardening plots - Lower Spring Lake Park Reserve Trailhead (Archery Trail): Access to archery trail, horseshoe pits, picnic shelter, snowshoeing, and Camp Spring Lake Retreat Center meeting space - Schaar's Bluff Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and ski skating trails, picnic shelters/area, playground, sand volleyball court, gardening, Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center meeting space, and day camps Thompson County Park - Thompson County Park Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoe trails, playground, fishing pier, picnic shelter, horseshoe pits, and Dakota Lodge meeting space Whitetail Woods Regional Park - Whitetail Woods Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and snowshoe trails, Fawn Crossing Nature Play area, amphitheater, picnic area, sledding hills, camper cabins

- Baylor Park: Hiking and walking trails, biking trails, sports facilities for tennis, volleyball, and disc golf, fishing pier, boat access, day camps, campground, cross-country ski trails and ski gear rental, picnic areas, rentable shelters with water and electric

- Lake Minnewashta Regional Park: Hiking and walking trails, biking trails, fishing pier and boat access, day camps, children’s creative play area, cross-country ski trails and ski gear rental, off leash dog area, canoe and paddleboat rentals, picnic areas, rentable shelters with water and electric

- Lake Waconia Regional Park: Hiking and walking trails, beaches, boat launch access, picnic areas, day camps, canoe and paddleboat rentals, rentable shelters with water and electric

A 320-acre park near downtown Rochester features a hands-on exploration hall, a natural science library, and bird and bee observation rooms, all open to the public year-round at no cost.

Volunteer opportunities available:

- Classroom Assistant

- Gardener

- Materials Preparation

- Outdoor Projects

- Snowshoe and Ski Rental Assistant

- Special Programs Assistant

- Weed Warriors - specializing in invasive plant removal.

Mayor and City Council Members:

- Member contact information https://pineislandmn.gov/council

Departments

- Administration and Finance

- Animal regulation

- Economic Development Authority

- Elections

- Emergency Management

- Forms and Permits

- Parks and Recreation: Offers many city-wide parks that feature camping, dog parks, ice skating rinks, nature trails, and more.

- Planning and Zoning

- Public Works

- Utilities

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- Adopt-a-Park Program: Groups can sign up to keep parks clean

- Foundry Hill Park: 400 6th Avenue NW contains a nature area, a regulation little league field, a horseshoe pit, two football fields, a picnic area, a basketball court, and a playground - Greenway Park/Trail System: 101 Rising Moon Alley contains a walking, jogging, biking, and cross-country skiing 4.1-mile trail; a picnic area, and nature trails - Heritage Park: 1101 Lexington Avenue North contains two basketball courts and a picnic area

- Memorial Bench/Tree Program: Individuals can purchase a tree or bench in memory of someone - Memorial Park: 401 Main Street East contains a swimming pool, golf course, three baseball/softball fields, four horseshoe pits, two volleyball courts, a picnic area, and a playground - Northside Park: 401 Lexington Avenue North contains a softball/baseball field, tennis court, basketball court, trail areas, a picnic area, and a playground - Philipp’s Park: 201 ½ 4th Avenue NW contains a nature area and trail - Settlers Park: 1114 9th Street SE contains a trail/green meadow nature area, softball/baseball fields, three soccer fields, a basketball court, picnic shelter, and playground - Sliding Hill Skate Park: 1501 Columbus Avenue North contains a trail/nature area, skateboard park, skating rink and sledding - Southside Park: 604 Central Avenue South contains a nine-hole disc golf course, trail areas/nature areas, a basketball court, softball/baseball field, picnic area and playground - Yackly Cabin: 301 4th Avenue NW contains a nature area

- Dakota Woods Dog Park Lake Byllesby Regional Park - Lake Byllesby Regional Park Trailhead: Dogsledding, hiking and skijoring trails; beach; boat launch; campground; playground; horseshoe pits; picnic shelter; fishing; swimming Lebanon Hills Regional Park - Camp Sacajawea Retreat Center meeting space - Equestrian Trailhead: Equestrian trails and picnic tables - Holland Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails, fishing pier, picnic area/shelter, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, ski skating - Jensen Lake Trailhead: Hiking/snowshoeing and ski touring trails, canoe route access, playground and picnic shelter/area, fishing, ice fishing - Lebanon Hills campground - Lebanon Hills Visitor Center: Park information and maps, reference library, equipment rental, Discovery Room meeting space rental, day camps, yoga - Schulze Lake Beach: Picnic area, access to hiking trails, canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rental, swimming - Visitor Center Trailhead: Hiking, ski and snowshoe trails, nature interpretive trail, beach, equipment rental, canoe route access, fishing pier, picnic area, sledding hill, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming - West Trailhead: Hiking and mountain bike trails, picnic shelter, ski skating, snowshoeing Miesville Ravine Park Reserve - Miesville Ravine Park Reserve Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoeing trails, picnic shelters Spring Lake Park Reserve - Community gardening plots - Lower Spring Lake Park Reserve Trailhead (Archery Trail): Access to archery trail, horseshoe pits, picnic shelter, snowshoeing, and Camp Spring Lake Retreat Center meeting space - Schaar's Bluff Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and ski skating trails, picnic shelters/area, playground, sand volleyball court, gardening, Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center meeting space, and day camps Thompson County Park - Thompson County Park Trailhead: Hiking and snowshoe trails, playground, fishing pier, picnic shelter, horseshoe pits, and Dakota Lodge meeting space Whitetail Woods Regional Park - Whitetail Woods Trailhead: Hiking, ski touring and snowshoe trails, Fawn Crossing Nature Play area, amphitheater, picnic area, sledding hills, camper cabins

The YCC Program, area students 15-18 years old will be in Deer River, MN for 2018.

Ten miles of trails for walking, biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.