Did you know that cross-country skiing is one of the best kinds of all-around exercise? Our friendly and non-competitive approach 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. 10$ per person; half-off for members. Includes ski rental. […]
Discover the secret to keeping warm in the winter as we experiment with different types of insulation and hike to locate microclimates of warm in the environment. Learn how animals use different strategies to survive the cold and how we can dress to stay warm in the winter! $5/person; half-off for members. Dress for the […]
Miniature but mighty, lichens, can be found in almost every habitat growing on any substrate. Come learn about these complex and colorful organisms and their important role in the ecosystem as an indicator species. Using the iNaturalist app and hand lenses, identify three lichen forms while hiking and looking for other winter critters. Dress for […]
Come down to Donaldson Park ice rink and experience Voyageur Curling, a fun new winter sport! It's a simplified and adventurous version of curling. We use log pieces instead of stones, slide them across the ice like a curling stone, and score the game like bocce ball. A local voyageur curling expert will help coach […]
Did you know that cross-country skiing is one of the best kinds of all-around exercise? Our friendly and non-competitive approach provides a comfortable learning environment for beginning skiers. Learn about equipment, how to get up from a fall, uphill techniques, the diagonal stride, and double poling. 10$ per person; half-off for members. Includes ski rental. […]
Come on out to Roosevelt Dog Park for a seasonal social for you and your furry friend! Warm winter refreshments available for you, and doggie appetizers for our four-legged friends. It's the perfect time of the season to meet your neighbors and chit-chat, while the dogs get to know each other.
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 hot chocolate next to a glowing fire! Wear warm winter boots; snowshoes provided. $10/person; half-off for members. All participants must register online at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org; walk-in registrations are allowed […]
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 hot chocolate next to a glowing fire! Wear warm winter boots; snowshoes provided. $10/person; half-off for members. All participants must register online at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org; walk-in registrations are allowed […]
Owls live everywhere. These amazing animals have adapted to nearly every kind of habitage: rainforest, tundra, desert, prairie--even cities! But there's more to the story: habitat loss threatens Minnesota's owls. We will learn about the unique lives of owl,s what we can do to help them, then take a hike through the snowy woods...on the […]
Did you know that cross-country skiing is one of the best kinds of all-around exercise? Our friendly and non-competitive approach provides a comfortable learning environment for beginning skiers. Learn about equipment, how to get up from a fall, uphill techniques, the diagonal stride, and double poling. 10$ per person; half-off for members. Includes ski rental. […]
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 hot chocolate next to a glowing fire! Wear warm winter boots; snowshoes provided. $10/person; half-off for members. All participants must register online at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org; walk-in registrations are allowed […]