Join a fun-filled night of board games at the community center! Games by James and Air Traffic will be providing newly-released games and modern classics to play. Recreation staff will […]
Join us for an exciting winter adventure as we explore the tracks and scat left behind by local wildlife. Learn how to identify animal prints and signs in the snow, […]
Kids ages 5 and under, with adult, are invited to a free play date on select Saturdays at the Community Center. Check out the different themes/activities for each date! Kids […]
Head out on Wood Lake's frozen marsh to discover the curious lives of muskrats! Learn about the numerous ways these creatures adapt to survive under the ice in Minnesota. $5/person; half-off for members. Register here.
From forest trails in Korea, to islands in Finland, to eucalyptus groves in California, Florence Williams investigates the science behind nature's positive effects on the brain. Delving into brand-new research, she uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and strengthen our relationships. As our modern lives shift dramatically […]
Join Children's Theater Company Teaching Artists Maggie Cramer and Alex Hagen for a fun-filled program featuring a theatre game or two, a special craft, and an interactive reading of Leonardo, The Terrible Monster by Mo Willems. Runs once at 10 and once at 11.
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 10 and up. $10/hike; half-off for members. Register here.
Enjoy the beauty of winter at Wood Lake while snowshoeing! Learn the history of this fascinating 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; warm winter boots are a must! $15/person; half-off for members. Register here.
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. $15/person; includes ski rental. Half-off for members. Register here.
The 20th annual US Pond Hockey Championships take place a stone's throw from Richfield, on Lake Nokomis in south Minneapolis. Hockey as it was meant to be played! Celebrate the spirit of outdoor hockey in this unique opportunity to be surrounded by the winter beauty of Minnesota. Takes place over four days; free to attend. […]
