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- Free, statewide coalition of individuals and organizations committed to preventing unintentional injuries to children - Educational resources available. Topics include bicycle safety, child passenger safety, crosswalk/pedestrian safety, falls, fire, poison, drowning and others. - Some chapters hold bike helmet give-away and fittings, life jacket loaner programs, car seat inspection, concussion prevention in youth sports, and others. Visit website for chapter information.

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Infants/Toddlers
Parents
Printed/Printable Materials
Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspections
Sports Equipment
Individiduals can work out and use equipment such as: - Baseball/softball bats, batting helmets and gloves - Basketballs - Golf balls - Hockey pucks - Volleyballs
- Recreational facilities including skating rinks, tennis courts, a swimming beach, playground areas, picnic areas, a boat launch, and sliding areas - Recreational activities including archery, baseball, football, softball, basketball, soccer, par three nine hole golf course, indoor ice center, adaptive programs, teen programs, Camp Explore day camp, and nature programs - Educational programs including hockey clinics, a learn to skate program, swimming instruction, golf lessons and leagues, and cross-country ski lessons - Nature and ski trails - Equipment loans including canoe rack rentals at Alimagnet, Crystal Beach, Crystal Boat Launch, and Day and Lac Lavon parks - Athletic club - Alimagnet Dog Park: 7-acre site allows off lease recreation. Enclosed by fencing and has double-gated entrance for safety and control. Water area, open grass area, wooded area, and mowed trail that is approximately 1/2 mile. - Community garden plots available for rental at Crosstown 12551 Portland Avenue South, Neill Park 13501 Upton Avenue, and Wolk Park 13800 Parkwood Lane - Skate Park located at 251 Civic Center Parkway

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Canoeing
Ski Areas
Skateboarding
Target Ranges
Swimming Facilities
Sports Equipment
Soccer
Athletic Fields/Courts
Cross Country Skiing
Picnic Grounds
Ice Skating Rinks
Softball
Golf
Football
Tennis
Skate Parks
Dog Parks
Community Gardening
Ice Hockey
Golf Courses
Basketball
Beaches
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Playgrounds
Recreational Clubs
Day Camps
Recreational Trails
Boat Launching Sites
Lakes and Ponds
Baseball
- Nature center covering 720 acres - 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 - Environmental education programs for groups on variety of topics - Several miles of walking trails through various habitats - Environmental advocacy, consulting, and education - Snowshoes available for rental with adequate snow cover - Maple syrup and honey production - Apple Orchard: Apples for sale grown in orchard using minimal spray techniques - Internship opportunities

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Day Camps
Snowshoeing
Recreational Trails
Sports Equipment
Story Hour
Outdoor Environmental Education
Nature Centers/Walks
Internship Programs
- 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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Geocaching
Nature Centers/Walks
Dog Parks
Volleyball
Day Camps
Canoeing
Cross Country Skiing
Recreational Trails
Campgrounds
Hiking
Sports Equipment
Horseshoes
Archery
Fishing
Boat Launching Sites
Beaches
Playgrounds
Lakes and Ponds
Picnic Grounds
Tennis
Snowshoeing
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Personal Watercraft
Disc Golf
Lake Lodge Recreation Center offers many outdoor activities, depending on the season, such as: ice skating, snow shoeing, broomball, canoeing, log rollingkayaking, paddle boards, liberty boats and bikes. The center also offers indoor activities such as: table tennis, and free Wi-Fi. Equipment rentals are available (members have the rent fee covered with their membership). Policies regarding children/youth use of the center include: ages birth to six years old must have an adult with them; ages 7 to 15 years old must have an adult on the water; and ages 17 years and under must have an adult sign the waiver.

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Sports Equipment
Snowshoeing
Canoeing
Athletic Fields/Courts
Mountain Biking
Ice Skating
Kayaking
Table Tennis
Distributes gently used gear for a variety of sports. Visit the website for current sports equipment availability.
- Recreational facilities including skating rinks, tennis courts, a swimming beach, playground areas, picnic areas, a boat launch, and sliding areas - Recreational activities including archery, baseball, football, softball, basketball, soccer, par three nine hole golf course, indoor ice center, adaptive programs, teen programs, Camp Explore day camp, and nature programs - Educational programs including hockey clinics, a learn to skate program, swimming instruction, golf lessons and leagues, and cross-country ski lessons - Nature and ski trails - Equipment loans including canoe rack rentals at Alimagnet, Crystal Beach, Crystal Boat Launch, and Day and Lac Lavon parks - Athletic club - Alimagnet Dog Park: 7-acre site allows off lease recreation. Enclosed by fencing and has double-gated entrance for safety and control. Water area, open grass area, wooded area, and mowed trail that is approximately 1/2 mile. - Community garden plots available for rental at Crosstown 12551 Portland Avenue South, Neill Park 13501 Upton Avenue, and Wolk Park 13800 Parkwood Lane - Skate Park located at 251 Civic Center Parkway

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Canoeing
Ski Areas
Skateboarding
Target Ranges
Swimming Facilities
Sports Equipment
Soccer
Athletic Fields/Courts
Cross Country Skiing
Picnic Grounds
Ice Skating Rinks
Softball
Golf
Football
Tennis
Skate Parks
Dog Parks
Community Gardening
Ice Hockey
Golf Courses
Basketball
Beaches
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Playgrounds
Recreational Clubs
Day Camps
Recreational Trails
Boat Launching Sites
Lakes and Ponds
Baseball
Accepts donations of clean, undamaged, gently-used: - Antiques - Artwork - Baby equipment (excluding car seats, cribs, and any recalled items) - Bedding, linens, and towels - Books - Board games, puzzles, and toys - CDs and DVDs - Clothing - Crafting supplies - Furniture - Musical instruments - Small household/kitchen supplies - Tools and sporting goods - Please call ahead if you have unusual items Cannot accept or resell the following: - Large appliances - Car seats and cribs - Construction materials - Electronics - Mattresses and box springs - Sleeper sofas - Waterbeds - Broken or chipped dishware - Text and reference books - Any items with holes, mildew, tears, stains, etc. Non-acceptable items can sometimes be donated to a local partner agency upon request. Volunteer opportunities available.

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Kitchenware
General Clothing Provision
Thrift Shops
Bedding/Linen
General Clothing Donation Programs
Donation Drop Off Points
Book/Magazine Donation Programs
Baby Furniture Donation Programs
Sports Equipment
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Musical Instrument Donation Programs
Thrift Shop Support Volunteer Opportunities
Bedding/Linen Donation Programs
General Furniture Provision
Kitchenware Donation Programs
- 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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Snowshoeing
Athletic Fields/Courts
Beaches
Mountain Biking
Boat Launching Sites
Fishing
Canoeing
Swimming Facilities
Playgrounds
Archery
Agency Based Libraries/Resource Centers
Recreational Trails
Meeting Space
Horseback Riding
City/County Parks
Community Gardening
Sledding
Cross Country Skiing
Performing Arts Facilities
Reference/Information
Campgrounds
Nature Centers/Walks
Hiking
Picnic Grounds
Yoga
Day Camps
Kayaking
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Volleyball
Sports Equipment
Horseshoes
Dog Parks
Thrift store with a full range of inventory including: - Low-cost, donated seasonally appropriate clothing for women, men, and children - Household goods, appliances, kitchenware, and furniture - Items such as cribs and changing tables are sometimes available - Books, toys, games, and jewelry - Sports equipment, bikes, and other usable items - Computers and computer monitors - Volunteer opportunities Does not accept tires, TVs, or any item that has been exposed to mold, mildew or cigarette smoke. For a complete list of donations accepted, visit website.

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Book/Magazine Donation Programs
General Furniture Provision
General Clothing Donation Programs
Kitchenware
General Clothing Provision
Sports Equipment
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Thrift Shops
Winter Clothing
Baby Furniture
Bicycle Donation Programs
Thrift Shop Support Volunteer Opportunities
Toy/Game Donation Programs
Provides young people access to activities offered in the community through financial need-based scholarships and loan of new or gently used athletic equipment, musical instruments, or other necessary items. Assistance is available to qualifying youth for: - 4-H - Afton Alps/SOS Outreach (skiing or snowboarding) - Applewood Junior Golf League - Ashland Productions - Belle Ballet - Boy Scouts of America - Curio Dance and School - Dayspring Suzuki Studio (string instrument lessons) - District 834 Community Education classes - Girl Scouts of the USA - Hidden Pines Ranch summer day camp - MN 7 on 7 Passing League (touch football) - Oak Glen Junior Golf League - Off the Wall Studio - Saint Croix Rec Center's learn-to-skate and hockey start-up classes - Saint Croix Valley Athletic Association - School sports teams and music programs - Stillwater Area Baseball Association - Stillwater Area Fastpitch Association - SAHS Pony Activity Center student memberships - Stillwater Area Lacrosse Association - Stillwater Boys' Traveling Basketball - Stillwaer Country Club junior golf lesson program - Stillwater Elks' summer overnight camp - Stillwater Girls' Traveling Basketball - Stillwater Swim Club - StoryArk - Warner Nature Center

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Adolescents
Sports Program Participation Expense Assistance
Camperships
Recreational/Leisure/Arts Instruction Expense Assistance
Children
Sports Equipment
Scholarships
Young Adults
- 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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Snowshoeing
Athletic Fields/Courts
Beaches
Mountain Biking
Boat Launching Sites
Fishing
Canoeing
Swimming Facilities
Playgrounds
Archery
Agency Based Libraries/Resource Centers
Recreational Trails
Meeting Space
Horseback Riding
City/County Parks
Community Gardening
Sledding
Cross Country Skiing
Performing Arts Facilities
Reference/Information
Campgrounds
Nature Centers/Walks
Hiking
Picnic Grounds
Yoga
Day Camps
Kayaking
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Volleyball
Sports Equipment
Horseshoes
Dog Parks
- 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 group and themes. - Hiking trails - Snowshoes for rent - Special events for the community such as Lantern Light Hike and Migration Celebration

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Hiking
Sports Equipment
Recreational Trails
Day Camps
Outdoor Environmental Education
Camperships
Snowshoeing
Nature Centers/Walks
Cycling
Accepts donations of clean, undamaged, gently-used: - Antiques - Artwork - Baby equipment (excluding car seats, cribs, and any recalled items) - Bedding, linens, and towels - Books - Board games, puzzles, and toys - CDs and DVDs - Clothing - Crafting supplies - Furniture - Musical instruments - Small household/kitchen supplies - Tools and sporting goods - Please call ahead if you have unusual items Cannot accept or resell the following: - Large appliances - Car seats and cribs - Construction materials - Electronics - Mattresses and box springs - Sleeper sofas - Waterbeds - Broken or chipped dishware - Text and reference books - Any items with holes, mildew, tears, stains, etc. Non-acceptable items can sometimes be donated to a local partner agency upon request. Volunteer opportunities available.

Categories

Kitchenware
General Clothing Provision
Thrift Shops
Bedding/Linen
General Clothing Donation Programs
Donation Drop Off Points
Book/Magazine Donation Programs
Baby Furniture Donation Programs
Sports Equipment
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Musical Instrument Donation Programs
Thrift Shop Support Volunteer Opportunities
Bedding/Linen Donation Programs
General Furniture Provision
Kitchenware Donation Programs
- Bunker Hills Regional Park: Located at CSAH 14/Main Street and Foley Boulevard in Coon Rapids provides a playground, biking, hiking, golf, camping, picnicking, disc golf, and cross-country skiing and ski rental. Bunker Hills Activities Center provides meeting and banquet facilities. - Bunker Beach Water Park: Located at 701 County Parkway A Coon Rapids, MN 55433 provides swimming and a sand volleyball court - Bunker Hills Golf Course: Located at 12800 Bunker Prairie Road Coon Rapids, MN 55448 provides golf and meeting space - Bunker Park Stables: Located at 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW Andover, MN 55304 provides horseback riding, day camps, hay and sleigh rides, and carriage rides - Rapids Archery Club: Located at 1255 133rd Avenue Andover, MN 55304 provides archery - Coon Lake County Park: Located at 5450 197th Avenue NE Columbus, MN 55092 provides a boat launch, fishing, a lake, picnic shelters, canoeing, hiking trails, a playground, volleyball and swimming beach - Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park: Located at 9750 Egret Boulevard Coon Rapids, MN 55433 provides cross-country skiing, picnicking, fishing, inline skating, boat launch, lake and bicycling. Coon Rapids Dam Visitors Center provides bike, GPS unit with virtual geocaching, cross-country ski and snowshoe rental; meeting facilities. Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park Performance Pavilion provides concerts. - Islands of Peace County Park: Located at 200 Charles Street NE Fridley, MN 55432 - Kordiak County Park: Located at 1845 49th Avenue NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421 - Lake George Regional Park: Located at 3100 217th Avenue NW Oak Grove, MN 55011 provides volleyball, swimming, biking, picnicking, trails and boating - Locke County Park: 840 71st Avenue NE Fridley, MN provides picnic pavilions, playground, paved hiking/biking trail and dog park - Manomin County Park: Located at 6666 East River Road Fridley, MN 55432 provides a picnic gazebo and fishing. Banfill-Locke Center for the Arts provides classes in drawing, painting (oils, acrylics and watercolors), photography and more. - Martin-Island Linwood Lakes Regional Park: Located at 22480 Martin Lake Road NW Linwood Township, MN provides nature trails, a picnic area, beach, and group camp - Mississippi West Regional Park: Located at 13900 Traprock Street Ramsey, MN provides a boat launch - Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park: Located at 7401 Main Street Lino Lakes MN 55038 and provides Rice Creek Campground, Centerville Lake beach, picnic areas, boat launch facilities, biking and hiking trails, playgrounds, and a fishing pier - Wargo Nature Center: Located at 7701 Main Street Lino lakes, MN 55038 provides an outdoor learning center day camp and bike trail. Canoes, kayaks, snowshoes and kicksleds are available to rent. - Chomonix Golf Course: Located at 700 Aqua Lane Lino Lakes, MN 55014 provides golf and cross-country skiing with skis available to rent - Riverfront Regional Park: Located at 5100 East River Road Fridley, MN 55421 provides trails and picnic pavilions. Riedel Farm Estate provides meeting space. - Rum River Central Regional Park: Located at 17955 Roanoke Street NW Ramsey, MN 55303 provides canoe camping, a picnic pavilion, horseback riding trails and cross country skiing trails - Rum River North County Park: Located at 23100 Rum River Boulevard Saint Francis, MN 55070 provides picnic pavilions, a playground, fishing pier, canoe camping and meeting facility - Rum River South County Park: Located at 3000 Ferry Street North Anoka, MN 55303 provides a picnic pavilion

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Painting Instruction
Music Performances
Archery
Inline Skating
Recreational Trails
Golf Courses
Hayrides
Boat Launching Sites
Canoeing
Horseback Riding
Lakes and Ponds
Ski Areas
Hiking
Mountain Biking
Nature Centers/Walks
Golf
Athletic Fields/Courts
Campgrounds
Dog Parks
Volleyball
Beaches
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Snowshoeing
Performing Arts Facilities
Sleigh Rides
Fishing
Geocaching
Photography Instruction
Picnic Grounds
Day Camps
Drawing Instruction
Amusement Parks
Cross Country Skiing
Meeting Space
Playgrounds
Kayaking
Disc Golf
Sports Equipment
City/County Parks
- Recreational facilities including skating rinks, tennis courts, a swimming beach, playground areas, picnic areas, a boat launch, and sliding areas - Recreational activities including archery, baseball, football, softball, basketball, soccer, par three nine hole golf course, indoor ice center, adaptive programs, teen programs, Camp Explore day camp, and nature programs - Educational programs including hockey clinics, a learn to skate program, swimming instruction, golf lessons and leagues, and cross-country ski lessons - Nature and ski trails - Equipment loans including canoe rack rentals at Alimagnet, Crystal Beach, Crystal Boat Launch, and Day and Lac Lavon parks - Athletic club - Alimagnet Dog Park: 7-acre site allows off lease recreation. Enclosed by fencing and has double-gated entrance for safety and control. Water area, open grass area, wooded area, and mowed trail that is approximately 1/2 mile. - Community garden plots available for rental at Crosstown 12551 Portland Avenue South, Neill Park 13501 Upton Avenue, and Wolk Park 13800 Parkwood Lane - Skate Park located at 251 Civic Center Parkway

Categories

Canoeing
Ski Areas
Skateboarding
Target Ranges
Swimming Facilities
Sports Equipment
Soccer
Athletic Fields/Courts
Cross Country Skiing
Picnic Grounds
Ice Skating Rinks
Softball
Golf
Football
Tennis
Skate Parks
Dog Parks
Community Gardening
Ice Hockey
Golf Courses
Basketball
Beaches
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Playgrounds
Recreational Clubs
Day Camps
Recreational Trails
Boat Launching Sites
Lakes and Ponds
Baseball
Thrift store provides discounted clothing, furniture, household goods, sporting equipment, books, electronics and more. Store vouchers may be available for individuals and families in need on a case-by-case basis.

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Book Distribution Programs
Sports Equipment
Children's Clothing
General Household Goods Provision
Personal/Grooming Supplies
Bedding/Linen
General Clothing Provision
- 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

Categories

Snowshoeing
Athletic Fields/Courts
Beaches
Mountain Biking
Boat Launching Sites
Fishing
Canoeing
Swimming Facilities
Playgrounds
Archery
Agency Based Libraries/Resource Centers
Recreational Trails
Meeting Space
Horseback Riding
City/County Parks
Community Gardening
Sledding
Cross Country Skiing
Performing Arts Facilities
Reference/Information
Campgrounds
Nature Centers/Walks
Hiking
Picnic Grounds
Yoga
Day Camps
Kayaking
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Volleyball
Sports Equipment
Horseshoes
Dog Parks
Accepts donations of clean, undamaged, gently-used: - Antiques - Artwork - Baby equipment (excluding car seats, cribs, and any recalled items) - Bedding, linens, and towels - Books - Board games, puzzles, and toys - CDs and DVDs - Clothing - Crafting supplies - Furniture - Musical instruments - Small household/kitchen supplies - Tools and sporting goods - Please call ahead if you have unusual items Cannot accept or resell the following: - Large appliances - Car seats and cribs - Construction materials - Electronics - Mattresses and box springs - Sleeper sofas - Waterbeds - Broken or chipped dishware - Text and reference books - Any items with holes, mildew, tears, stains, etc. Non-acceptable items can sometimes be donated to a local partner agency upon request. Volunteer opportunities available.

Categories

Kitchenware
General Clothing Provision
Thrift Shops
Bedding/Linen
General Clothing Donation Programs
Donation Drop Off Points
Book/Magazine Donation Programs
Baby Furniture Donation Programs
Sports Equipment
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Musical Instrument Donation Programs
Thrift Shop Support Volunteer Opportunities
Bedding/Linen Donation Programs
General Furniture Provision
Kitchenware Donation Programs
- 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

Categories

Volleyball
Ice Skating Rinks
Picnic Grounds
Ice Hockey
Athletic Fields/Courts
Boat Launching Sites
Archery
Ice Skating
Nature Centers/Walks
Baseball
Football
Skateboarding
Playgrounds
Hiking
Tennis
City/County Parks
Canoeing
Soccer
Recreational Trails
Fishing
Skate Parks
Softball
Basketball
Horseshoes
Performing Arts Facilities
Sports 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

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Snowshoeing
Athletic Fields/Courts
Beaches
Mountain Biking
Boat Launching Sites
Fishing
Canoeing
Swimming Facilities
Playgrounds
Archery
Agency Based Libraries/Resource Centers
Recreational Trails
Meeting Space
Horseback Riding
City/County Parks
Community Gardening
Sledding
Cross Country Skiing
Performing Arts Facilities
Reference/Information
Campgrounds
Nature Centers/Walks
Hiking
Picnic Grounds
Yoga
Day Camps
Kayaking
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Volleyball
Sports Equipment
Horseshoes
Dog Parks
Provides low-cost items such as clothing, furniture, household goods, sporting equipment, books, and electronics. Accepts donations of gently used items.

Categories

Kitchenware Donation Programs
Bedding/Linen Donation Programs
Book/Magazine Donation Programs
Sports Equipment
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
General Clothing Donation Programs
Donation Pickups
Baby Furniture Donation Programs
Electronics/Small Appliance Donation Programs
General Clothing Provision
Thrift Shops
Bedding/Linen
Pihl's Park: - 10757 570th Avenue, Wells, MN 56097 - (507)525-3114 - Camping, picnic tables, playground, horseshoe area, frisbee disc golf, nature trail, fishing pier, boat launch, and mini golf. - Some recreational/sporting items available for sign-out. Woods Lake Park: - 3451 380th Avenue, Elmore, MN 56027 - (507)525-2780 - camping, swimming, and picnic tables

Categories

Campgrounds
Golf
Playgrounds
Golf Courses
Horseshoes
Sports Equipment
Disc Golf
Picnic Grounds
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Fishing
Recreational Trails
Nature Centers/Walks
Boat Launching Sites
City/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

Categories

Geocaching
Nature Centers/Walks
Dog Parks
Volleyball
Day Camps
Canoeing
Cross Country Skiing
Recreational Trails
Campgrounds
Hiking
Sports Equipment
Horseshoes
Archery
Fishing
Boat Launching Sites
Beaches
Playgrounds
Lakes and Ponds
Picnic Grounds
Tennis
Snowshoeing
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Personal Watercraft
Disc Golf

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