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• 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

Operates youth development training, providing STEM-centered education, job readiness, and life skills training at the intersection of urban agriculture, conservation, and food entrepreneurship for youth ages 14 - 21: Market Garden Program: operates five urban vegetable, herb and flower gardens hosted at various partner locations including government property, a nursing home, a restaurant, and churches. Interns help plant and maintain the gardens, operate a farmer's market stand and sell produce to local restaurants. During the fall and winter, they develop entrepreneurial skills by creating and selling garden-related products and operating a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). Conservation Program: interns work on community-based restoration projects such as building rain gardens, renovating parks, removing invasive species, and maintain 278 acres of green spaces in four parks. Cook Fresh Program: interns develop skills in food preparation and preservation, nutrition literacy, and creative cooking through collaborations with Twin Cities chefs.

Provides tips on protecting air, land and water in Hennepin County through social media and newsletters, includes the following topics:

• Aquatic invasive species prevention education

• The Cool County Initiative reduces greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency and the generation of renewable energy

• Earth-friendly home landscaping Quick Reference Guide

• Education to protect land and water resources

• Educational tips for residents to improve lakes, rivers and streams

• Information on funding or assistance for environmental projects for residents, land owners and businesses for projects that preserve and restore the county's natural resources

• Landowner Guide to help landowners care for their land and the natural resource on their property

• Manages and maintains a waste-to-energy facility

• Provides natural resources maps, data and reports

• Provides land and water conservation services

Offers curriculum-based camp experience in interactive environment.

Provides hands-on environmental learning experience, with services including:

• Community gardening

• Curriculum consultation

• Custom-made natural history programs

• Nature book club

• Public programs

• Summer day camps

• Teacher workshops about environmental education curriculum and outdoor teaching techniques

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

Offers curriculum-based camp experience in interactive environment.

PROGRAMS THROUGH MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND NATURAL RESOURCES

• Nature Center & Neighborhood Preserves programming includes trails and parks
• Nature programs offered by community partners
• Touch and See room open at the Nature Center
• Sports programs offered through community partners
• Community events at various locations in Maplewood throughout the year

PROGRAMS AT THE YMCA

• Aquatics, including swimming lessons
• Physical fitness classes and facilities
• Sports programs for youth and adults
• Child care and day camps
• Banquet room rental
• Birthday parties which include the use of the gym and swimming facilities
• Senior programming
• Theater rental/performances

• Healthy Movement Programming includes:
• Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball
• Open gym and physical activities
• Outdoor and environmental education

• Conflict resolution

• Counseling

• Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving

• Nutrition program includes:
• Healthy meal/snack served daily
• Nutrition education and meal preparation
• Gardening opportunities

• K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies

• K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program

• Leadership/citizenship groups

• Life skills education

• Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress

• Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school

• "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

• 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

Youth development activities:

• Arts and crafts

• Athletic programs

• Conflict resolution

• Counseling

• Dance

• Digital arts and technology programs

• Education/computer learning center

• Healthy snack program

• Leadership/citizenship groups

• Life skills

• Open gym and physical activities

• Outdoor and environmental education

• Rec room tournaments

• Social recreation program: group games/activities

• Tutoring/homework helper

• Vocational exploration

Provides a Christian-based camp that offers the following programs:

• Facility rentals

• Outdoor education and adventure

• Pathfinders: A retreat experience for adults with special needs ( ages 18 and older), offering a Christian camp experience in a resort-like setting. Activities include outdoor adventures, relaxation, and spiritual growth.

• Summer Day Camps

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

Youth development activities:

• Arts and crafts

• Athletic programs

• Conflict resolution

• Counseling

• Dance

• Digital arts and technology programs

• Education/computer learning center

• Healthy snack program

• Leadership/citizenship groups

• Life skills

• Open gym and physical activities

• Outdoor and environmental education

• Rec room tournaments

• Social recreation program: group games/activities

• Tutoring/homework helper

• Vocational exploration

Provides the following services:

• Community education on environmental issues such as recycling, solid waste, and solid waste reduction

• Disposal information for household items such as appliances, batteries, electronic waste, and more.

• Hazardous waste information

• Management of county campgrounds, fairgrounds, lakes, parks, and trails

• Recycling collection

• Healthy Movement Programming includes:
• Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball
• Open gym and physical activities
• Outdoor and environmental education

• Conflict resolution

• Counseling

• Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving

• Nutrition program includes:
• Healthy meal/snack served daily
• Nutrition education and meal preparation
• Gardening opportunities

• K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies

• K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program

• Leadership/citizenship groups

• Life skills education

• Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress

• Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school

• "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

• Healthy Movement Programming includes:
• Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball
• Open gym and physical activities
• Outdoor and environmental education

• Conflict resolution

• Counseling

• Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving

• Nutrition program includes:
• Healthy meal/snack served daily
• Nutrition education and meal preparation
• Gardening opportunities

• K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies

• K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program

• Leadership/citizenship groups

• Life skills education

• Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress

• Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school

• "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

• Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave South, (612)861-9385

• Older-adult recreation programs, (612)861-9363

• Adaptive recreation programs, (612)861-9361

• Athletic and special programs for all ages, (612)861-9385

• Park development and administration, (612)861-9395

• Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive: Environmental classes and tours, cross-country skiing, (612)861-9365

• Richfield Ice Arena, 636 East 66th Street, skating, lessons, and hockey, (612)861-9350

• Wheel Fun Rentals and Mini Golf, 6335 Portland, (612)861-9350

• Richfield Outdoor Pool, 630 E 66th Street, Open swimming, water slide. Summer only, (612)861-9350

?- Veterans Memorial Park Picnic Shelter, 6335 Portland, rent for picnics/events, (612)861-9350

Offers curriculum-based camp experience in interactive environment.

Offers curriculum-based camp experience in interactive environment.

• Healthy Movement Programming includes:
• Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball
• Open gym and physical activities
• Outdoor and environmental education

• Conflict resolution

• Counseling

• Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving

• Nutrition program includes:
• Healthy meal/snack served daily
• Nutrition education and meal preparation
• Gardening opportunities

• K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies

• K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program

• Leadership/citizenship groups

• Life skills education

• Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress

• Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school

• "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

Youth development activities:

• Arts and crafts

• Athletic programs

• Conflict resolution

• Counseling

• Dance

• Digital arts and technology programs

• Education/computer learning center

• Healthy snack program

• Leadership/citizenship groups

• Life skills

• Open gym and physical activities

• Outdoor and environmental education

• Rec room tournaments

• Social recreation program: group games/activities

• Tutoring/homework helper

• Vocational exploration

• Healthy Movement Programming includes:
• Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball
• Open gym and physical activities
• Outdoor and environmental education

• Conflict resolution

• Counseling

• Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving

• Nutrition program includes:
• Healthy meal/snack served daily
• Nutrition education and meal preparation
• Gardening opportunities

• K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies

• K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program

• Leadership/citizenship groups

• Life skills education

• Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress

• Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school

• "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

Offers curriculum-based camp experience in interactive environment.

Offers curriculum-based camp experience in interactive environment.