The Honoring All Veterans Memorial Board invites you to honor our United States Military Veterans with a 30-minute ceremony at the Memorial site. The names of the veterans whose names have been engraved since May will be unveiled. Parking/wheelchair access is available at the American Legion Post 435 parking lot. Event held rain or […]
Discover the wonders of nature on our enchanting Self-Guided Storybook Trail, an experience that invites you to embark on a leisurely stroll through the captivating woodland scenery while you follow along with a book whose pages are posted along the way! Read/walk at your own pace, immersing yourself in the tranquil sights and soothing sounds […]
Head out on a fall hike seeking the birds that migrate through Wood Lake. We will discuss the challenges that birds face during migration, as well as where they are headed. Binoculars and field guides will be available for loan. Online registration at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org is preferred; walk-in registrations are allowed as space permits. $5/person; half-off […]
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. $5 per person; 50% off for members. […]
Join us for the 4th annual holiday lights parade! Enjoy festive music, beautifully lit vehicles, and seeing our very special guest stars, Santa and Mrs. Claus. Parade begins at the City Garage (1901 East 66th Street) and ends at 67th and Lyndale Avenue.
Join us for an enchanting New Year's Eve experience. Embark on a captivating journey along a scenic walking trail illuminated by countless flickering candles, nestled amidst cattails and majestic trees. Keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of graceful deer, elusive coyotes, and wise owls that may cross your path. Revel in the invigorating winter evening […]
Did you know that cross-country skiing is one of the best kinds of all-around exercise? Our friendly and non-competitive approach provides a comfortable learning environment for beginning skiers. Learn about equipment, how to get up from a fall, uphill techniques, the diagonal stride, and double poling. 10$ 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 […]
