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Recreational Facilities - Dakota County Parks
- 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
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CampgroundsHikingAgency Based Libraries/Resource CentersMountain BikingCross Country SkiingCity/County ParksSwimming FacilitiesDog ParksPlaygroundsHorseback RidingBoat Launching SitesMeeting SpaceAthletic Fields/CourtsArcheryKayakingDay CampsRecreational TrailsNature Centers/WalksYogaHorseshoesSwimming/Swimming LessonsBeachesSnowshoeingCanoeingVolleyballCommunity GardeningPerforming Arts FacilitiesSports EquipmentFishingPicnic GroundsReference/InformationSledding
Arboretum Services - Northland Arboretum
A nature conservatory offering 400 acres of preserved natural landscape, 12 miles of hiking areas, nature photography, and more. Offers:
- Bike park
- Compost site for public use. Visit website for information on compostable materials, rules, and guidelines.
- Fitness stations
- Hiking, skiing, and snowshoe trails
- Nature camps and nature events/classes
- Room rentals for indoor or outdoor events
- Summer recreation
- Winter recreation
A nature conservatory offering 400 acres of preserved natural landscape, 12 miles of hiking areas, nature photography, and more. Offers:
- Bike park
- Compost site for public use. Visit website for information on compostable materials, rules, and guidelines.
- Fitness stations
- Hiking, skiing, and snowshoe trails
- Nature camps and nature events/classes
- Room rentals for indoor or outdoor events
- Summer recreation
- Winter recreation
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Parks - Isanti County Parks Department
- 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
- 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
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Park System - Washington County Parks Division
- 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
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Park and Recreation Activities - Eagan Parks and Recreation
- 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
- 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
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PlaygroundsHikingSculpture InstructionField Trips/ExcursionsSwimming FacilitiesSpeakers/Speakers BureausWalking ProgramsRetreat CentersMeeting SpaceTennisAmusement ParksIce HockeySoccerSwimming/Swimming LessonsPainting InstructionJewelry Making InstructionSoftballAdapted Sports/GamesDay CampsCartooning InstructionWeight TrainingQuilting ClubsJazz Dancing InstructionSpecial Interest CampsPassportsFishingGymnasiumsAthletic Fields/CourtsVolleyballCeramics InstructionBallet InstructionDrawing InstructionDog ParksBasketballRecreational ClubsBingoExercise Classes/GroupsLiterary Societies/Book Reading ClubsBanquet FacilitiesTrack and FieldIce SkatingMusical Instrument InstructionRecreation Centers
Outdoor Recreational Services - Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge
Outdoor recreation and wildlife refuge featuring:
- 7-mile auto tour route (closed to vehicles in winter)
- 3 trails for hiking and cross-country skiing
- Bicycling on Prairie's Edge Wildlife Drive (non-motorized)
- Fall hunting program
- Fishing
- Wildlife sanctuary
Outdoor recreation and wildlife refuge featuring:
- 7-mile auto tour route (closed to vehicles in winter)
- 3 trails for hiking and cross-country skiing
- Bicycling on Prairie's Edge Wildlife Drive (non-motorized)
- Fall hunting program
- Fishing
- Wildlife sanctuary
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Parks - Isanti County Parks Department
- 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
- 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
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Parks - Isanti County Parks Department
- 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
- 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
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Recreational Programs and Facilities - Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services
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
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
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SkateboardingIce SkatingCanoeingWeight TrainingSwimming/Swimming LessonsMeeting SpaceSkate ParksBaseballGymnasticsIce Skating RinksPlaygroundsTennisRecreation CentersAerobicsSwimming FacilitiesDay CampsRecreational TrailsCPR InstructionCity/County ParksCommunity GardeningSoftballIce HockeySoccerBasketballFishingVolleyballAdapted Sports/GamesPicnic GroundsHikingLacrosseBoxingInline SkatingBeachesAthletic Fields/Courts
Parks - Isanti County Parks Department
- 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
- 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
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Park System - Washington County Parks Division
- 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
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Environmental Programming - Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center
Adult learners:
Classes such as bird banding
Educators Training:
Graduate program for environmental educators; mentorship, training, and continuing education credit for teachers
Family Camps and Experiences:
Family camp with age-appropriate activities from canoeing and rock climbing to nature crafts, and naturalist-led hikes
School Trips and Experiences:
Day field trips and an overnight residential camp
Youth Summer Programs:
Residential summer camps for K-12 students
Adult learners:
Classes such as bird banding
Educators Training:
Graduate program for environmental educators; mentorship, training, and continuing education credit for teachers
Family Camps and Experiences:
Family camp with age-appropriate activities from canoeing and rock climbing to nature crafts, and naturalist-led hikes
School Trips and Experiences:
Day field trips and an overnight residential camp
Youth Summer Programs:
Residential summer camps for K-12 students
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Parks - Isanti County Parks Department
- 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
- 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
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Recreational, Social, and Educational Activities - LIFE Center of Freeborn County
Provides social and recreational activities for people of all ages and abilities interested in attending. Activities include:
- Arts and crafts including painting classes and crafts to take home
- Bowling, bocce, and track and field events including Special Olympic events
- Games such as pool and ping pong
- Fitness and food events
- Fundraisers
- Golfing
- Ice cream socials and movies
- Local events with community partners
- Walk and talk activities
Provides social and recreational activities for people of all ages and abilities interested in attending. Activities include:
- Arts and crafts including painting classes and crafts to take home
- Bowling, bocce, and track and field events including Special Olympic events
- Games such as pool and ping pong
- Fitness and food events
- Fundraisers
- Golfing
- Ice cream socials and movies
- Local events with community partners
- Walk and talk activities
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Community Education - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Public Schools Independent School District 196
- Adult Enrichment Classes: Computers, cooking, money management, fitness, personal development, and more
- Aquatics Programs: Swimming lessons for ages 6 months and older, open swim activities, lap swim, water exercise, water safety education, pool rental, Automated External Defibrillator training, and CPR instruction
- Facilities Scheduling: Manages use of district facilities, indoor and outdoor, outside of regular school day for community usage
- Family/Youth Enrichment: Works to strengthen families by providing parenting skills, spending time in positive activities together in classes, on tours, in fitness sessions, music and other social events; after-school programming; additional evening and weekend opportunities for children preschool age - high school to develop new skills and build new friendships
- Summer Programs: Enrichment classes including painting, public speaking, entrepreneurial training, hiking, mature driver training, cooking, musical instrument instruction, tap dancing instruction, ballet dancing instruction, band/orchestra groups, golf, day camps, and gymnastics. Summer math and language arts correspondence programs offered.
- Trips and Tours: Educational trips/tours for adults and families with children
- Youth Services and After School Youth Enrichment: Enrichment classes including basketball, karate, Tae Kwon Do, volleyball, volunteerism, leadership training and opportunities for youth to connect with their communities. Also facilitates Youth Connection Council, a youth-adult advisory board that addresses issues and needs related to school-age youth in the district and provides opportunities to serve the community.
- Adult Enrichment Classes: Computers, cooking, money management, fitness, personal development, and more
- Aquatics Programs: Swimming lessons for ages 6 months and older, open swim activities, lap swim, water exercise, water safety education, pool rental, Automated External Defibrillator training, and CPR instruction
- Facilities Scheduling: Manages use of district facilities, indoor and outdoor, outside of regular school day for community usage
- Family/Youth Enrichment: Works to strengthen families by providing parenting skills, spending time in positive activities together in classes, on tours, in fitness sessions, music and other social events; after-school programming; additional evening and weekend opportunities for children preschool age - high school to develop new skills and build new friendships
- Summer Programs: Enrichment classes including painting, public speaking, entrepreneurial training, hiking, mature driver training, cooking, musical instrument instruction, tap dancing instruction, ballet dancing instruction, band/orchestra groups, golf, day camps, and gymnastics. Summer math and language arts correspondence programs offered.
- Trips and Tours: Educational trips/tours for adults and families with children
- Youth Services and After School Youth Enrichment: Enrichment classes including basketball, karate, Tae Kwon Do, volleyball, volunteerism, leadership training and opportunities for youth to connect with their communities. Also facilitates Youth Connection Council, a youth-adult advisory board that addresses issues and needs related to school-age youth in the district and provides opportunities to serve the community.
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GolfHikingMature Driver TrainingComputer Literacy Training ProgramsSubject TutoringDay CampsKarateLeadership DevelopmentPersonal Financial CounselingSmall Business DevelopmentCooking ClassesParenting Skills ClassesIntergenerational ProgramsBasketballBallet InstructionPainting InstructionYouth Enrichment ProgramsField Trips/ExcursionsExercise Classes/GroupsSwimming/Swimming LessonsTae Kwon DoTap Dancing InstructionPublic SpeakingBand/Orchestra GroupsMusical Instrument InstructionYouth Community Service ProgramsCPR InstructionVolleyballGymnasticsFamilies With ChildrenFinancial Literacy TrainingSwimming Facilities
Recreational Programs and Facilities - Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services
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
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
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SkateboardingIce SkatingCanoeingWeight TrainingSwimming/Swimming LessonsMeeting SpaceSkate ParksBaseballGymnasticsIce Skating RinksPlaygroundsTennisRecreation CentersAerobicsSwimming FacilitiesDay CampsRecreational TrailsCPR InstructionCity/County ParksCommunity GardeningSoftballIce HockeySoccerBasketballFishingVolleyballAdapted Sports/GamesPicnic GroundsHikingLacrosseBoxingInline SkatingBeachesAthletic Fields/Courts
Trails - River Bend Nature Center - Faribault
Ten miles of trails for walking, biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.
Ten miles of trails for walking, biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.
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Park and Recreation Activities - Carver County Parks
- 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
- 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
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Parks and Recreation Opportunities - Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation
- Trails provide opportunities for walking, bicycling, and nature hikes
- Riverside and lakeside parks
- Fishing
- Youth and family programming
- Trails provide opportunities for walking, bicycling, and nature hikes
- Riverside and lakeside parks
- Fishing
- Youth and family programming
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Nature Center - Dodge Nature Center
- 462 acres of land with habitats including ponds, meadows, prairies, woodlands, and marshes
- After school programs
- Environmental education curriculum designed for preschoolers - sixth graders
- Events and birthday party rental
- Facilities including meeting rooms, laboratory, and library
- Field trips
- Hiking trails
- Orchard, vegetable garden, model farm, maple syrup building, and nature trails
- Public programs on environmental topics
- Summer garden program open for families
- Summer, fall, and spring day camps
- 462 acres of land with habitats including ponds, meadows, prairies, woodlands, and marshes
- After school programs
- Environmental education curriculum designed for preschoolers - sixth graders
- Events and birthday party rental
- Facilities including meeting rooms, laboratory, and library
- Field trips
- Hiking trails
- Orchard, vegetable garden, model farm, maple syrup building, and nature trails
- Public programs on environmental topics
- Summer garden program open for families
- Summer, fall, and spring day camps
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Park System - Washington County Parks Division
- 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
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Recreation Activities - Prior Lake Parks and Recreation Department
- 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
- 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
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Recreational Programs and Facilities - Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services
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
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
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SkateboardingIce SkatingCanoeingWeight TrainingSwimming/Swimming LessonsMeeting SpaceSkate ParksBaseballGymnasticsIce Skating RinksPlaygroundsTennisRecreation CentersAerobicsSwimming FacilitiesDay CampsRecreational TrailsCPR InstructionCity/County ParksCommunity GardeningSoftballIce HockeySoccerBasketballFishingVolleyballAdapted Sports/GamesPicnic GroundsHikingLacrosseBoxingInline SkatingBeachesAthletic Fields/Courts
Recreational Facilities - Dakota County Parks
- 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
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CampgroundsHikingAgency Based Libraries/Resource CentersMountain BikingCross Country SkiingCity/County ParksSwimming FacilitiesDog ParksPlaygroundsHorseback RidingBoat Launching SitesMeeting SpaceAthletic Fields/CourtsArcheryKayakingDay CampsRecreational TrailsNature Centers/WalksYogaHorseshoesSwimming/Swimming LessonsBeachesSnowshoeingCanoeingVolleyballCommunity GardeningPerforming Arts FacilitiesSports EquipmentFishingPicnic GroundsReference/InformationSledding
Recreation Activities - Prior Lake Parks and Recreation Department
- 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
- 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
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