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. $10/person; half-off for members. All participants must register online at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org; walk-in registrations are allowed […]
Experience a fun new way to recreate in Minnesota's winters! A kicksled is a small, wooden sled consisting of a chair mounted on a pair of flexible metal runners that extend backward to twice the length of the chair. The sled is propelled by kicking the ground and can be used on packed snow or […]
Come down to Donaldson Park ice rink and experience Voyageur Curling, a fun new winter sport! It's a simplified and adventurous version of curling. We use log pieces instead of stones, slide them across the ice like a curling stone, and score the game like bocce ball. A local voyageur curling expert will help coach […]
Minnesota winters bring freezing temperatures, snow storms, and long periods of darkness. Humans hunker down indoors, some animals hibernate, insects go dormant, frogs freeze--but trees stand tall, winter and all. How do trees survive Minnesota's most extreme season? Join us as we discover the brilliant survival strategies of trees. Program begins with a talk, followed […]
Did you know that cross-country skiing is one of the best kinds of all-around exercise? Our friendly and non-competitive approach provides a comfortable learning environment for beginning skiers. Learn about equipment, how to get up from a fall, uphill techniques, the diagonal stride, and double poling. 10$ per person; half-off for members. Includes ski rental. […]
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 […]
Enjoy a quiet stroll along the trails of Wood Lake. Afterwards, sip hot chocolate and enjoy the warmth of a fire. Please wear snow booths and warm clothing. Ages 15 and up. $10/hike; $5 for members.