Follow hundreds of candle-lit luminaries on a walking trail through cattails and trees while on the lookout for deer, coyotes, and owls. Enjoy the brisk winter evening and return to the amphitheater to roast marshmallows over a crackling fire and warm up with hot cocoa. Tickets should be purchased online at woodlakenaturecenter.org or on the night of […]
The friendly and non-competitive approach used by nature center staff provides a comfortable learning environment for beginning skiers. Learn about equipment, how to get up from a fall, uphill techniques, the diagonal stride, and double poling. Includes ski rental. $10/person; $5 for members.
Come down to Donaldson Park ice rink and experience a fun new winter sport, Voyageur Curling! It's a simplified and adventurous version of curling. Using log pieces instead of stones, slide them across the ice like a curling stone and score the game like bocce ball. A local voyageur curling expert will help coach families […]
Come on out to a seasonal social for you and your dog! Join Richfield recreation staff at Roosevelt Dog Park for warm winter refreshments for you and doggie appetizers for your furry friend. It's the perfect time of the season to meet your neighbors and chit-chat while your dogs get to know each other! Will […]
Enjoy open play time at the indoor heated dome at the Academy of Holy Angels in the heart of Richfield. Open Dome time is for ALL ages. Our recreation team will bring a van full of equipment to play with, including parachutes, soccer balls, hula hoops, portable frisbee golf chains and frisbees, and bean bags […]
Enjoy the beauty of winter at Wood Lake while snowshoeing! Discover the history of this sport, along with techniques and helpful tips. Afterward, warm up inside with a cup of hot chocolate next to a glowing fire! Snowshoes are provided, and warm winter boots are a must! $10/person; $5/members
Enjoy a quiet stroll along the trails of Wood Lake. Afterwards, sip hot chocolate and enjoy the warmth of a fire. Please wear snow boots and warm clothing. Ages 15 and up. Online registration at woodlakenaturecenter.org is preferred; walk-in registrations are allowed as space permits.
Stroll along a candle-lit trail with a loved one through the woods and cattails following hundreds of luminaries. Enjoy the winter evening warming up around a crackling fire, sipping on hot cocoa, and enjoying s'mores. Luminary trail is 20-30 minutes in length, and closes at 7:30 p.m. $6.00 per person; pre-registration required at woodlakenaturecenter.org.
You've probably heard of hot yoga before, but how about frozen yoga?! Enjoy the calming effects of yoga and nature by staying warm through guided yoga movements and bundling up in winter gear for a unique outdoor experience on Wood Lake's frozen marsh. Bring your mother, girlfriends, or daughter to enjoy warm cocoa and a […]
Learn the basics of this family-friendly activity that combines high-tech treasure hunts and nature discovery. Then spend the rest of the program exploring around Wood Lake on a course designed for beginners. Geocaching involves looking for a cache using a global positioning system (GPS) unit. All equipment provided. $5/person; free for members.
