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• Big Marine Park Reserve: Boat launch; cross-country ski trail; fishing pier; guided bird and fitness hikes; hiking trail; picnic area/shelter; playground; swimming beach

• Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; fishing; hiking trails; paved trails

• Hardwood Creek Regional Trail: Multiple-use trail for bikers, hikers and in-line skaters; horseback riding; skiers; snowmobiles; snowshoeing

• Lake Elmo Park Reserve: Archery range; boat launch; campground; canoe access; cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; fishing pier; hiking trails; mountain bike trails; orienteering; picnic pavilions; playground; swimming beach; yoga classes

• Pine Point Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; GateWay Trail; hiking trails; picnicking

• Point Douglas Park: Fishing pier; picnic area; swimming beach

• Point Douglas Trail: Multi-use trail for bikers, in-line skaters and walkers

• Square Lake Park: Boat launch; fishing pier; scuba diving; picnic grounds; swimming beach

• Saint Croix Bluffs Regional Park: Boat launch; camping; cross-country ski trails; hiking trails; picnic grounds; playground; swimming beach; tennis courts

• Washington County Historic Courthouse: Exhibits; tours

• Big Marine Park Reserve: Boat launch; cross-country ski trail; fishing pier; guided bird and fitness hikes; hiking trail; picnic area/shelter; playground; swimming beach

• Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; fishing; hiking trails; paved trails

• Hardwood Creek Regional Trail: Multiple-use trail for bikers, hikers and in-line skaters; horseback riding; skiers; snowmobiles; snowshoeing

• Lake Elmo Park Reserve: Archery range; boat launch; campground; canoe access; cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; fishing pier; hiking trails; mountain bike trails; orienteering; picnic pavilions; playground; swimming beach; yoga classes

• Pine Point Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; GateWay Trail; hiking trails; picnicking

• Point Douglas Park: Fishing pier; picnic area; swimming beach

• Point Douglas Trail: Multi-use trail for bikers, in-line skaters and walkers

• Square Lake Park: Boat launch; fishing pier; scuba diving; picnic grounds; swimming beach

• Saint Croix Bluffs Regional Park: Boat launch; camping; cross-country ski trails; hiking trails; picnic grounds; playground; swimming beach; tennis courts

• Washington County Historic Courthouse: Exhibits; tours

Mayor and City Council:

• Member contact information

City Departments and Services:

• Administration: Oversees all the City departments and operations

• Dog and cat licenses for pets over 6 months of age

• Economic Development Authority: Promotes growth and development of commercial, residential, and industrial concerns

• Operates three utilities including water, sewer and storm water utility. Collection of utilities is billed quarterly.

• Parks Department: Manages the city parks. Parks include Allemansratt Park, Beach Park, Kroon Lake, Linden Street Overlook, Lions Park, Memorial Park, Morning Sun, North Meadow, Oberstar Plaza, Pleasant Hill, Plump House Park, Town and Country, and Twin Oaks

• Public Works Department: Provides street sweeping, snow plowing, maintains parks and equipment, right-of-way tree trimming, storm drain care, repair of potholes on streets, cemetery care, and maintenance

• Compost Site: Located at 31501 Lofton Avenue Chisago City, MN 55013. Open 2 pm - 7 pm Wednesday, 9 am - 4 pm Saturday and 1 pm - 4 pm Sunday May - November. Residents can compost leaves, grass clippings and brush (up to three inches in diameter). Individuals wishing to drop off raw compost will be asked for identification (driver's license, sewer and water bill and/or tax statement) showing their address.

• Preschool programs (creative, recreational, and socialization) for children ages 3 - 5 including basketball, ballet dancing instruction, jazz dancing instruction, track and field, tennis, hiking, musical instrument instruction, and day camps

• Youth programs for children ages 6 - 12 including field trips, playgrounds with birthday parties, classes, fishing, and special events

• Teen programs for teens ages 13 - 17 such as field trips and special events

• Adult sports providing recreational league play for basketball, boot hockey, broomball, flag football, sand volleyball, soccer, softball, volleyball, and wiffleball

• Senior activities and recreational opportunities including bingo, craft projects, quilting group, book clubs, monthly potlucks and speakers, and field trips

• Family programs available to help parents and children explore and have fun as a family

• Banquet and meeting facilities available at Eagan Community Center

• Group fitness classes, running track, gymnasium, and weight training available at Eagan Community Center

• Ice hockey and public skating available at Eagan Civic Arena

• Retreat center available at Moonshine Park 1317 Jurdy Road

• Cartooning, ceramics, drawing, jewelry making, painting, and sculpting classes at Eagan Art House

• Fitness facility at Eagan Community Center

• Accepts passport applications

• Dog park at Thresher Fields Park 3200 Brochert Lane features open spaces and lake access. The area is fenced in and includes a separate area for smaller dogs.

• Adapted therapeutic sports programs for children ages 6 - 13 with autism and physical disabilities

• Cascade Bay Water Park

• Safety camp for children with information about fire safety, fire prevention, personal safety, and how to play it safe in everyday situations. Other day camps also available.

• Walking program

• Big Marine Park Reserve: Boat launch; cross-country ski trail; fishing pier; guided bird and fitness hikes; hiking trail; picnic area/shelter; playground; swimming beach

• Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; fishing; hiking trails; paved trails

• Hardwood Creek Regional Trail: Multiple-use trail for bikers, hikers and in-line skaters; horseback riding; skiers; snowmobiles; snowshoeing

• Lake Elmo Park Reserve: Archery range; boat launch; campground; canoe access; cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; fishing pier; hiking trails; mountain bike trails; orienteering; picnic pavilions; playground; swimming beach; yoga classes

• Pine Point Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; GateWay Trail; hiking trails; picnicking

• Point Douglas Park: Fishing pier; picnic area; swimming beach

• Point Douglas Trail: Multi-use trail for bikers, in-line skaters and walkers

• Square Lake Park: Boat launch; fishing pier; scuba diving; picnic grounds; swimming beach

• Saint Croix Bluffs Regional Park: Boat launch; camping; cross-country ski trails; hiking trails; picnic grounds; playground; swimming beach; tennis courts

• Washington County Historic Courthouse: Exhibits; tours

• Bluegrass Estates Park: 17866 Lexington Avenue NE; including playground equipment and picnic table(s)

• Constance Estates Park: 16600 Tippecanoe Street NE; including playground equipment and basketball court(s)

Crosstown Rolling Acres 3rd Park: 17365 Terrace Road NE; including playground equipment

• Eagle Ridge Estates South Park: 16115 Waconia Street; including playground equipment

• Enchanted Estates Park: 4121 161st Lane NE; including playground equipment

• Fox Run Park: 3732 168th Avenue NE

• Grandpa Scott Playground: 3556 Interlachen Drive NE; including playground equipment and picnic table(s)

• Grant Park: 3053 164th Avenue NE; including nature trail(s), playground equipment, picnic table(s) and basketball court(s)

• Ham Lake Park: 1843 153rd Avenue; including ball field(s), nature trail(s), playground equipment, picnic table(s), picnic shelter(s), fishing pier and boat launch

• Heritage Oaks: 1825 143rd Avenue NE; including playground equipment and basketball court(s)

• Hiawatha Beach: 3500 Interlachen Drive NE; including picnic table(s) and basketball court(s)

• Idlewood Park: 17435 Owatonna Street NE; including playground equipment and picnic table(s)

• Independent Estates Park: 4535 Constance Boulevard NE

• Kings Wood Estate: 4052 136th Avenue NE; including nature trail(s)

• Lions Park: 1220 157th Avenue NE; including ball field(s), soccer field(s), skating pond, tennis court(s), walking path(s), playground equipment and picnic shelter(s)

• Lund's Pine Creek Estates: 2445 147th Lane NE; including playground equipment and picnic table(s)

• Marshall Manor: 1654 141st Lane NE; including walking path(s) and nature trail(s)

• Meadow Park: 16043 Hastings Street NE

• Netta Shores Park: 16534 Bataan Street NE; including nature trail(s)

• Patricia's Wilderness Estates: 14341 Xebec Street NE; including ball field(s), playground equipment and picnic table(s)

• Pinger's Plaza Park: 16929 7th Street NE; including ball field(s) and playground equipment

• Ramusson Addition Park: 1927 134th Avenue NE; including walking path(s) and picnic table(s)

• Soderville Park: 1607 Crosstown Boulevard NE; including ball field(s)

• Timberline: 439 149th Avenue NE; including nature trail(s)

• Twin Birch Acres: 13449 Staples Street NE; including ball field(s) and playground equipment

• Wildwood Park: 4132 138th Avenue NE- Wisen's Park: 17234 Owatonna Street NE; including ball field(s) and playground equipment

• 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

Managed by the Minnesota National Guard, opens up opportunities for archery deer, turkey, and fishing seasons for both active/retired military members and civilians. Participants must register via iSportsman, obtain installation permits, and comply with state licensing and regulations. Special programs include Disabled Veterans hunts, which provide lodging, meals, and assistance to ensure accessibility.

• 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

• Boudins Park 14201 Rutgers Street NE with picnic shelter, softball field, pleasure rinks, basketball court and playground

• Cardinal Ridge Park 5958 Crossandra Street SE with picnic shelter, playground, hiking trails and nature preserve

• Carriage Hills Park 14585 Carriage Lane NE with picnic area, volleyball, basketball court, pleasure rink, playground, soccer field, softball/t-ball field and walking/hiking trails

• Crystal Lake Park 4217 Village Lake Drive SE with picnic area, walking/hiking trails, fishing dock and nature preserve

• Deerfield Park 17100 Fish Point Road SE with picnic area, hiking trails, playground and nature preserve

• Eagle Brook Park 5305 Snell Court SE with picnic area, playground and zip line

• Enclave at Cleary Lake 5384 Trailhead Lane SE with picnic area, playground, baseball/softball field, basketball court and hiking trails

• Fairway Heights Park 3600 Fox Tail Trail NW with hiking trails, playground and nature preserve

• Fish Point Park 15111 Fish Point Road SE with picnic area, basketball court, playground, hiking trails and nature preserve

• Glynwater Park 3456 Glynwater Trail NW with picnic area, playground, hiking trails and nature preserve

• Grainwood Crossing/Heritage Park 4360 Quincy Street SE with picnic area, fishing dock/shores and historic area

• Green Oaks Park 15060 Green Oak Trail SE with picnic area, playground, baseball/softball fields, basketball court and pleasure rink

• Haas Lake Park 3120 Wilds Ridge NW with hiking trails, historic area and nature preserve

• Heritage Park 4377 Quincy Street SE with fishing dock, skate park and historic area

• Horkey Park 13900 Shepherd's Path NW with picnic shelter, walking/hiking trail and nature preserve

• Howard Lake Park 16358 Stemmer Ridge Road NW with picnic area, basketball court, baseball/softball fields, pleasure rink and play equipment

• Indian Ridge Park 15081 Fairlawn Shores Trail SE with picnic area, basketball court, playground and pleasure rink

• Island View Park 3425 Crystal Circle with picnic area, playground, hiking trails and nature preserve

• Jeffers South 3565 Jeffers Parkway NW with picnic area, grill, play equipment, baseball/softball fields, basketball, pleasure rink, walking/hiking trails and nature preserve

• Knob Hill Park 4700 Carriage Hills Parkway with picnic shelter, basketball court, playground, hiking trails and nature preserve

• Lakefront Park 5000 Kop Parkways with picnic areas, skate park, trails, baseball, three soccer/football fields, basketball court, two tennis courts, two hockey rinks, pleasure rinks, sledding hill, playground, fishing dock, shore fishing, hiking trails, amphitheater, sand volleyball court and nature preserve

• Meadowview Park 2416 Stonecrest Path NW with gazebo, playground, picnic area, hiking trails and nature preserve

• Memorial Park 5181 160th Street with two picnic areas, playground, baseball field, basketball court and horseshoe pit

• North Shore Oaks Park 14300 Fisher Avenue NW with playground, picnic area and nature preserve

• Northwood Park 16731 Northwood Road NW with picnic area, playground and pleasure rink

• Northwood Meadows Park 2995 Hawk Ridge Road NW with picnic area, shelter, baseball/softball fields, play equipment, pleasure rink, walking/hiking trails and nature preserve

• Oakland Beach Park 6675 Rustic Road SE with picnic area, playground, basketball court and pleasure rink

• Pike Lake Park 4262 140th Street NE with walking/hiking trails and nature preserve

• Ponds Park 17429 Ponds Parkway SE with picnic area, baseball/softball fields, archery range, playground, soccer/football fields, hiking trails and nature preserve

• Raspberry Ridge Park 4010 Lords Street NE with picnic area, playground, baseball/softball fields, basketball court, volleyball and pleasure rink

• Raspberry Woods Park 4124 Hidden Pond Trail NE with hiking trails and nature preserve

• Raymond Park 2350 Raymond Avenue SW with picnic shelter and fishing dock

• Rice Lake Park 3439 Skinner Street SW with play equipment, walking path and woodland tree house

-Rotary Gateway Park 4666 Dakota Street SE with gazebo, picnic area and hiking trails

• Sand Point Beach 14349 Crest Avenue NE with two picnic shelters, playground, swimming beach, two volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, fishing dock, hiking trails, boat launch and beach

• Sand Point Park 5675 Cedarwood Trail NE with picnic area, basketball court, baseball/softball, pleasure rink and playground

• South Shore Park 2968 South Shore Drive with picnic area/shelter and playground

• Stonebriar Park 17096 Stone Briar Circle with picnic area and playground

• Sunset Hills Park 3205 Balsam Street SW with picnic area, playground, baseball/softball fields, volleyball, basketball court and pleasure rink

• Thomas Ryan Memorial Park 4600 Busse Parkway SE with picnic area, playground, three baseball fields, four soccer/football fields, basketball courts, hiking and nature preserve

• Timber Crest Park 4846 Bluff Heights Trail SE with picnic area/shelter, play equipment and basketball court

• Trillium Cove Park 14219 Meadowlawn Trail NE with playground

• Watzl's Point Beach Park 15620 Red Oaks Road with swimming beach, picnic area, shore fishing, hiking trails, canoes and paddles for rent

• Westbury Ponds Park 16755 Simpkins Avenue SW with picnic area, hiking trails and nature preserve

• Wilderness Pond Park 16551 Blind Lake Trail SE with picnic area, hiking trails, nature preserve and playground

• Wilds Park 15200 Wilds Park Parkway with picnic area, playground, baseball/softball fields, basketball/volleyball courts and pleasure rink

• Wilds North Park 14081 Wilds Path NW with picnic area/shelter, play equipment, baseball/softball fields and basketball court

• Willows Park 16950 Elm Avenue SW with picnic area, playground, baseball/softball fields, basketball court and pleasure rink

• Woodridge Park 17185 Toronto Avenue SE with picnic area, playground, baseball/softball fields and pleasure rink

• Woods at the Wilds 3190 Wildwood Trail NW with picnic area, gazebo, playground and historic area

• Woodview Park 17180 Sunray Circle SW with hiking trails and nature preserve

Sponsors recreational programs for all ages including senior citizens and persons with disabilities; included are:

• Adaptive recreation for persons with disabilities

• Day camps

• Parks, playgrounds, picnic facilities, family gardens, recreational trails, ice rinks, two swimming beaches (Shady Oak Beach and Libbs Lake Beach), five tennis courts, basketball court, swimming pool, weight machines, free weights, meeting space, hiking trails, biking trails, skate park, canoe rental, sand volleyball, fishing, recreational facilities

• Youth sports leagues and classes including gymnastics, softball, baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, swimming lessons year round, CPR instruction, land and water aerobics, kick boxing, safety awareness/self defense, ice skating, ice hockey, skateboarding, and in-line skating

• 18 hole golf course with driving range and clubhouse. Clubhouse available for rent.

• Small boat launch on Mississippi river for canoes and small boats

• Parks with picnic shelters, ice skating rinks, playgrounds, a skate park, and hockey rinks

• Basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, and football leagues

• Ice arena birthday parties

• Archery and fishing day camps

Mayor and City Council Members:

• Member contact information

Departments:

• Administration

• Airport

• Community Development

• Engineering

• Event Center

• Finance

• Parks and Recreation: Offers beaches, many camping opportunities, grills, multiple playgrounds, shelters, and swing sets.

• Public Safety

• Public Works

• Preschool programs (creative, recreational, and socialization) for children ages 3 - 5 including basketball, ballet dancing instruction, jazz dancing instruction, track and field, tennis, hiking, musical instrument instruction, and day camps

• Youth programs for children ages 6 - 12 including field trips, playgrounds with birthday parties, classes, fishing, and special events

• Teen programs for teens ages 13 - 17 such as field trips and special events

• Adult sports providing recreational league play for basketball, boot hockey, broomball, flag football, sand volleyball, soccer, softball, volleyball, and wiffleball

• Senior activities and recreational opportunities including bingo, craft projects, quilting group, book clubs, monthly potlucks and speakers, and field trips

• Family programs available to help parents and children explore and have fun as a family

• Banquet and meeting facilities available at Eagan Community Center

• Group fitness classes, running track, gymnasium, and weight training available at Eagan Community Center

• Ice hockey and public skating available at Eagan Civic Arena

• Retreat center available at Moonshine Park 1317 Jurdy Road

• Cartooning, ceramics, drawing, jewelry making, painting, and sculpting classes at Eagan Art House

• Fitness facility at Eagan Community Center

• Accepts passport applications

• Dog park at Thresher Fields Park 3200 Brochert Lane features open spaces and lake access. The area is fenced in and includes a separate area for smaller dogs.

• Adapted therapeutic sports programs for children ages 6 - 13 with autism and physical disabilities

• Cascade Bay Water Park

• Safety camp for children with information about fire safety, fire prevention, personal safety, and how to play it safe in everyday situations. Other day camps also available.

• Walking program

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/ ?

• Big Marine Park Reserve: Boat launch; cross-country ski trail; fishing pier; guided bird and fitness hikes; hiking trail; picnic area/shelter; playground; swimming beach

• Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; fishing; hiking trails; paved trails

• Hardwood Creek Regional Trail: Multiple-use trail for bikers, hikers and in-line skaters; horseback riding; skiers; snowmobiles; snowshoeing

• Lake Elmo Park Reserve: Archery range; boat launch; campground; canoe access; cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; fishing pier; hiking trails; mountain bike trails; orienteering; picnic pavilions; playground; swimming beach; yoga classes

• Pine Point Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; GateWay Trail; hiking trails; picnicking

• Point Douglas Park: Fishing pier; picnic area; swimming beach

• Point Douglas Trail: Multi-use trail for bikers, in-line skaters and walkers

• Square Lake Park: Boat launch; fishing pier; scuba diving; picnic grounds; swimming beach

• Saint Croix Bluffs Regional Park: Boat launch; camping; cross-country ski trails; hiking trails; picnic grounds; playground; swimming beach; tennis courts

• Washington County Historic Courthouse: Exhibits; tours

Mayor and City Council Members

• Member contact information

Animal Control Lost and found: Animal Humane Society; 1411 Main Street NW, Coon Rapids, MN, 55448. Open 12 noon - 8 pm Tuesday - Friday; 10 am - 6 pm Saturday - Sunday. Building Department

• Oversees building, mechanical, plumbing, excavating-mining permits, applications, and building inspections

City Attorney Community Development

• Maintains the City's Comprehensive Plan, code enforcement regulations, developing businesses, and the local economy, long-range planning initiatives, planning and land use map, subdivision regulations, and zoning ordinance
• Responsible for implementing the City's housing goals, advancing infrastructure projects, protecting environmental quality, and fostering partnerships to improve access to community services

Election

• Ballot and election information

Engineering Department

• Hakanson Anderson Inc.
• Includes consolation services, land surveying, planning, and supervising buildings of city streets

License and Permit

• Dog licenses

Parks and Recreation Department

• Nowthen Memorial Park, Twin Lakes City Park, and walking trails

Public Works

• Responsible for maintaining and creating city roads; brush and tree cutting; park mowing and maintenance; snow plowing and many other miscellaneous duties. Hours of operation are 7 am - 3 pm Monday - Friday.

Recycling Information

• Open 11 am -5 pm Tuesday - Friday; 9 am - 12 noon Saturday. Items accepted without charge are cardboard, catalogs, magazines, newspaper, inserts, office paper, paper bags, phone books, school paper, shredded paper (in closed paper bags), glass (brown, clear, and green food containers), metal (aluminum food and pop cans), steel/tin cans, plastic (bottles and containers marked with recycling symbol), and scrap metal. Items accepted with a charge are appliances, TVs, computers, monitors, tires, bulbs, and electronics.

• Becklin Homestead Park/Wildlife Management Area: Picnic shelter and tables; access for small boats and canoes; multi-use trails for hiking, biking, geocaching, and snowshoeing

• Dalbo County Park: Geocaching, hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and nature observation

• Irving and John Anderson County Park: Picnic shelter and tables; playground; canoe access to Horseshoe Lake; multi-use trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, geocaching, and snowshoeing

• Springvale County Park: Trails for hiking, horseback riding, geocaching, cross country skiing and mountain biking; canoe access to Johnnie's Lake; disc golf course

• Vegsund Family County Park: Fishing pier; trails; picnic shelter and tables; biking; hiking; geocaching; wildlife viewing; snowshoeing; down hill sledding

• Wayside Prairie County Park: Trails; canoe access; picnic tables and shelter

Provides activities and events for community members, including:

• Adult and youth sports leagues

• Art activities

• Health and fitness classes

• Nature activities

• 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.brooklynpark.org/recreation/

Community education programs and classes:

• Archery

• Ballroom, Hawaiian, Tahitian and square dancing instruction

• Basketball, softball, volleyball and football

• Business consulting services

• Computer classes

• Cooking classes

• CPR/First Aid

• Day camps with drawing instruction, sculpture instruction, skateboarding, ice hockey, acting instruction and chess

• Field trips

• Fishing

• Foreign language instruction

• Golf

• Gym games

• Knitting instruction

• Mature driver training

• Painting classes

• Parenting classes

• Parenting skills development

• Personal finance instruction

• Photography instruction

• Sewing instruction

• Sign language instruction

• Swimming lessons, aquatic exercise and lifeguard training

• T'ai Chi Ch-uan, swimming, exercise classes/groups and aerobics

• Woodworking instruction

• Writing instruction

• Youth Development/Youth Service: Programs involving high school youth in service learning opportunities in the community. Portion of funding is used to provide integration support to youth with disabilities into existing community education programs.

• Big Marine Park Reserve: Boat launch; cross-country ski trail; fishing pier; guided bird and fitness hikes; hiking trail; picnic area/shelter; playground; swimming beach

• Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; fishing; hiking trails; paved trails

• Hardwood Creek Regional Trail: Multiple-use trail for bikers, hikers and in-line skaters; horseback riding; skiers; snowmobiles; snowshoeing

• Lake Elmo Park Reserve: Archery range; boat launch; campground; canoe access; cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; fishing pier; hiking trails; mountain bike trails; orienteering; picnic pavilions; playground; swimming beach; yoga classes

• Pine Point Regional Park: Cross-country ski trails; equestrian trails; GateWay Trail; hiking trails; picnicking

• Point Douglas Park: Fishing pier; picnic area; swimming beach

• Point Douglas Trail: Multi-use trail for bikers, in-line skaters and walkers

• Square Lake Park: Boat launch; fishing pier; scuba diving; picnic grounds; swimming beach

• Saint Croix Bluffs Regional Park: Boat launch; camping; cross-country ski trails; hiking trails; picnic grounds; playground; swimming beach; tennis courts

• Washington County Historic Courthouse: Exhibits; tours

• Adult tennis lessons

• Day camps with swimming, hiking, fishing, fire safety, first aid, water and boat safety, severe weather safety, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, flag football and water skiing

• Field trips

• Kop Farm community garden

• Music in the Park free concerts

• Overnight camps with fishing

• Playground programs

• Seasonal events for spring, summer, fall and winter activities

• Softball

• Tot Lot program

• Yoga

• 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

Offers a variety of activities, classes, and events specifically designed for adults with disabilities including:

• Arts and crafts

• Cooking classes

• Community dances

• Events around the twin cities: Includes sporting events, river boat cruises, theater outings, and more

• Health and wellness

• Music and sing-alongs

• Recreational sports: Includes bowling, fishing, swimming, and more

• Socializing opportunities

Sponsors recreational programs for all ages including senior citizens and persons with disabilities; included are:

• Adaptive recreation for persons with disabilities

• Day camps

• Parks, playgrounds, picnic facilities, family gardens, recreational trails, ice rinks, two swimming beaches (Shady Oak Beach and Libbs Lake Beach), five tennis courts, basketball court, swimming pool, weight machines, free weights, meeting space, hiking trails, biking trails, skate park, canoe rental, sand volleyball, fishing, recreational facilities

• Youth sports leagues and classes including gymnastics, softball, baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, swimming lessons year round, CPR instruction, land and water aerobics, kick boxing, safety awareness/self defense, ice skating, ice hockey, skateboarding, and in-line skating