Dakota County Parks Program Guide - Fall/Winter 2022

Your Parks PROGRAMS & EVENTS FALL & WINTER 2022

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A living lab A decades-long effort to restore native prairie will enter its latest phase when bison return this fall to Spring Lake Park Reserve.

Six bison are scheduled to arrive at the Dakota County park in October. Public events will be limited while the animals get used to new surroundings and establish a social order within the herd. The public will be invited to celebrate the bison in spring 2023.

While the massive animals’ presence in the park is sure to turn heads, the bison’s critical role in prairie restoration may not be immediately clear to visitors. A simple look at bison grazing habits begins to explain the process.

Prairie balance Dakota County began seeding areas of the Spring Lake Park Reserve prairie with native grasses and wildflowers in the mid-1990s — an effort that has continued through the years. The addition of bison, which feed selectively on

Wild lupine

dominant grasses, allows sunlight to reach wildflowers and gives them a chance to grow.

Bison also carry seeds across the prairie in different ways — such as entanglement in their fur or through the digestive process — giving plants a better chance to thrive in different areas of the prairie.

Bison grazing makes the prairie home to more wildlife, such as insects, birds and small animals.

Visitors may also see evidence of controlled burns on the prairie.

Burned areas not only help remove unwanted plants, they quickly regrow grass that creates “grazing lawns” for bison.

County staff will periodically move the bison to different enclosures on the prairie. That will allow grasses and wildflowers to grow on a rotation that develops a landscape of changing colors and plant structure. As time goes on and the bison herd grows to about 15 animals, the range will become a diverse prairie. Pockets of different landscapes will allow

Prairie cinquefoil

Butterfly milkweed

the land to weather adverse conditions.

Depending on the time of the year, visitors can expect to find various wildflowers in bloom. They include lupine, leadplant, milkweed, goldenrods and Culver’s root.

Over time, the prairie will become a living laboratory. County staff will closely monitor progress of the restoration through plant and animal surveys. The goal is to learn from the prairie while returning it to a close resemblance of what existed here before European settlement.

Seasonal variety To see different wildflowers on the bison prairie, visit anytime between the start of growing season and late fall. If you visit up to three times — early summer, mid-summer and fall — you’ll

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see waves of wildflower blooms.

The first wave happens around June. View the western range south of the Camp Spring Lake Retreat Center to see the lupine in full bloom. Another featured wildflower on the range is leadplant, which blooms after the lupine.

June also sees butterfly milkweed blooming. You’ll easily identify this wildflower — it’s the only one on the range with bright orange flowers.

If you’re looking for plant diversity, check out the central area where the Mississippi River Greenway splits the prairie.

It’s comprised mostly of native species and is active throughout the growing season.

Head over to the east prairie between June and July to find baptisia in bloom. July through August brings monarda and other flowering plants. The next blooming waves land with the arrival of Culver’s root and sweet brown-eyed Susan. Look for asters and goldenrods to peak from September through October.

Fall brings a golden-bronze hue to the bison range from late October to November. Grasses of varying heights will take on their fall colors, making many areas of the range good viewing locations.

More miles, better access on greenways Dakota County continues to improve the expansive network of greenways, giving you more miles of paved trails to enjoy and new ways to access them. If it’s been a while since you’ve last traveled the greenways, there’s been a lot happening. Here are some recent developments:

Mississippi River Greenway • A new bridge over the railroad at South St. Paul’s Kaposia Landing connects the greenway to the Robert Piram Trail in St. Paul.

• Check out the circular bridge over South St. Paul stockyards, where greenway riders will find new interpretive signs that tell the story of the stockyards.

• The bison reintroduction at Spring Lake Park Reserve is sure to be a draw for greenway users. Start your trip from the park’s expanded archery parking lot. To be completed this fall.

River to River Greenway • A new underpass at Robert Street enhances greenway safety, and other trail improvements are complete through Garlough and Marthaler parks.

• The Thompson Oaks extension next year will connect Wentworth Library and Thompson County Park.

Greenway sign improvements in 2023 are planned from Mendota Heights to Lebanon Hills Regional Park.

Minnesota River Greenway • You’ll find a new paved parking lot, lighting, interpretive information, a restroom and new signs at Cedar Nicols Trailhead.

• Look for an improved Mendota Heights Trailhead yet this year that gives riders another convenient access point.

North Creek Greenway • Look for new 2-mile segments in Lakeville and Farmington in 2023.

For more information on greenway development, visit www.dakotacounty.us, search trail planning. fall / winter

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS www.dakotacounty.us/parks, click Programs & Events

Program registration for fall and winter opens Sept. 1 HOMESCHOOL LAB YOUTH KNEE-HIGH NATURALISTS

Discover nature with a child through hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, art projects, storytime and more.

Age: 3–6 Fee: $8/youth Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Rowdy Raccoons

Learn about raccoons, including myths and truths about these rowdy animals.

Activity Number: 212001-01 • Thu, Oct. 6; 10–11:30 am Activity Number: 212001-02 • Sat, Oct. 8; 10–11:30 am

Habitats and Hibernators

Learn about hibernating animals and how and where they spend the winter.

Activity Number: 212001-03 • Thu, Nov. 3; 10–11:30 am Activity Number: 212001-04 • Sat, Nov. 5; 10–11:30 am

Whooo’s There?

Explore the world of owls and their special senses. Head outside to look for signs of owls.

Activity Number: 212001-05 • Thu, Dec. 8; 10–11:30 am Activity Number: 212001-06 • Sat, Dec. 10; 10–11:30 am

Pine Forest Fun

Take a pine forest walk to explore these trees and learn about the pine cones they grow.

Activity Number: 212001-07 • Thu, Jan. 12; 10–11:30 am Activity Number: 212001-08 • Sat, Jan. 14; 10–11:30 am

Insects in Winter

Discover how some insects survive the winter and look for signs of these critters on a nature walk.

Activity Number: 212001-09 • Thu, Feb. 9; 10–11:30 am Activity Number: 212001-10 • Sat, Feb. 11; 10–11:30 am

Animal Senses

We can smell, taste, hear, touch and see. Other animals can too. Explore the world of animal senses.

Activity Number: 212001-11 • Thu, March 9; 10–11:30 am Activity Number: 212001-12 • Sat, March 11; 10–11:30 am

Use the park as your lab for hands-on study and scientific inquiry and experimentation.

Age: 6–12 Fee: $8/youth Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Fantastic Fungi

Find out all about these fascinating organisms and their role in the park’s ecosystem.

Activity Number: 211501-01 • Wed, Oct. 5; 1–3 pm Activity Number: 211501-02 • Thu, Oct. 6; 1–3 pm

Turkey Trot

Take a walk on the wild turkey side and learn about the park’s largest land bird.

Activity Number: 211501-03 • Wed, Nov. 2; 1–3 pm Activity Number: 211501-04 • Thu, Nov. 3; 1–3 pm

Animal Habitats

Explore the park’s main habitats and try to build animal homes.

Activity Number: 211501-05 • Wed, Dec. 7; 1–3 pm Activity Number: 211501-06 • Thu, Dec. 8; 1–3 pm

Tracks and Signs

Head off trail as we explore the park for signs critters leave behind.

Activity Number: 211501-07 • Wed, Jan. 11; 1–3 pm Activity Number: 211501-08 • Thu, Jan. 12; 1–3 pm

Cross-Country Skiing

Learn the basics of cross-country skiing and hit the trails to practice.

Activity Number: 211501-09 • Wed, Feb. 1; 1–3 pm Activity Number: 211501-10 • Thu, Feb. 2; 1–3 pm

Fun with Physics

Explore the power of flight to learn how birds and bugs get up in the air.

Activity Number: 211501-11 • Wed, March 1; 1–3 pm Activity Number: 211501-12 • Thu, March 2; 1–3 pm

SCOUT BADGES

Earn your scout badge or adventure in these two-hour programs.

Fee: $8/youth Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Brownie Girl Scouts: Outdoor Adventurer

Learn a camp skill, play an outdoor game and practice caring for nature.

Age: 6–9 Activity Number: 212302-01 • Sat, Oct. 15; 2–4 pm

Webelos: Into the Wild

Learn how to make observations and identify animals and how humans and animals interact.

Age: 9–11 Activity Number: 212308-01 • Wed, Oct. 5; 5:30–7:30 pm

ON PATROL

More volunteers helping in parks Visitors will see more red in Dakota County Parks. The trail patrol program has expanded to include more volunteers in all of the county’s parks and greenways.

Patrollers are recognized by their red clothing and friendly smile as they help provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all park visitors. Patrollers assist with directions and emergencies, and they monitor trail quality and conditions. The next time you

need help in the park, look for the volunteer in red.

Consider joining the trail patrol if you like to: • Walk, run or hike • Bike or rollerblade • Ski, skate or snowshoe Registration for new patrol members opens this fall.

For more information, visit www.dakotacounty.us and search volunteers.

Daisy Girl Scouts: Eco Learner

Learn how to protect the environment through practices like Leave No Trace.

Age: 5–6 Activity Number: 212301-01 • Sat, Nov. 19; 10 am–noon

Bear Cub Scouts: Fur, Feathers and Ferns

Take a hike to learn about endangered species and examine plants.

Age: 8–9 Activity Number: 212307-01 • Sat, Nov. 19; 2–4 pm

Wolf Cub Scouts: Finding Your Way

Learn how to read a compass and a map and complete a scavenger hunt.

Age: 7–8 Activity Number: 212306-01 • Wed, March 15; 5:30–7:30 pm

Tiger Cub Scouts: Backyard Jungle

Take a hike to learn about animals and animal signs in the park.

Age: 6–7 Activity Number: 212305-01 • Sat, March 11; 2–4 pm

Junior Girl Scouts: Animal Habitats

Discover the amazing ways animals build shelters and the habitats they call home.

Age: 9–11 Activity Number: 212303-01 • Wed, March 29; 5:30–7:30 pm

Fall Colors DAY CAMPS Join us during breaks or on school release days for fall and winter day camps.

Winter Wilderness Survival

Try your hand at shelter building, fire starting and other outdoor skills to survive the winter.

Age: 8–12 Fee: $50/youth Archery Shelter Spring Lake Park Reserve Activity Number: 210406-01 Fri, Jan. 20; 9 am–3 pm

Take Flight

Use your sleuthing skills to search for clues and uncover who is living in the forest and what they are doing.

Age: 8–12 Fee: $50/youth Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210406-02 • Fri, March 31; 9 am–3 pm

Enjoy the fall colors and hunt for other signs of autumn.

East Shelter Spring Lake Park Reserve Activity Number: 211406-01 • Sat, Oct. 1; 10–11 am

Turkey Trot

Learn about turkeys during a family-friendly nature walk.

Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211406-02 • Sat, Nov. 1; 10–11 am

Bison Walk

Discover the role of bison in the prairie ecosystem.

Camp Spring Lake Retreat Center Spring Lake Park Reserve Activity Number: 211406-03 • Sat, March 18; 10–11 am

FOREVER WILD FAMILY FRIDAY Join us for family fun on the first Friday of every month with park activities.

All ages Free

Campfire Stories FAMILY OUTDOOR GEAR SWAP

Drop off new and used outdoor equipment or pick up new-to-you gear. Please do not bring chemicals or broken items.

All ages Free Dakota Lodge Thompson County Park Activity Number: 212401-01 • Tue, Sept. 27; 5–7 pm

FAMILY HIKES

Join a park naturalist on a guided hike in the park.

All ages Free

Gather around the campfire for stories and songs.

Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211001-01 • Fri, Oct. 7; 6–7:30 pm

Siama’s Congo Roots

Join Siama for an evening of joyful singing and storytelling about his childhood. Everyone is invited on a journey to rural Africa to move to the rhythm and sing together.

Dakota Lodge Thompson County Park Activity Number: 211001-02 • Fri, Nov. 4; 6–7:30 pm

Rhonda Lund

During this Spider and Fire: World Stories and Masks performance, learn about common mask-making materials and discover the purpose of masks in diverse cultures around the world.

Dakota Lodge Thompson County Park Activity Number: 211001-03 • Fri, Dec. 2; 6–7:30 pm

Snow Fun

Suit up for a night of sledding and snow-sculpting. Bring your sled and artful ideas.

Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211001-04 • Fri, Jan. 6; 6–7:30 pm

Fun on the Ice

Enjoy an evening of family fun on the ice. Try a kicksled for free.

Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211001-05 • Fri, Feb. 3; 6–7:30 pm

Bison in the Prairie

Discover the role of bison in the prairie ecosystem.

Camp Spring Lake Retreat Center Spring Lake Park Reserve Activity Number: 211001-06 • Fri, March 3; 6–7:30 pm

STORY TRAIL

Take a self-guided walk in the park while reading picture book pages displayed along the trail. Join us for a We Are Water Protectors Story Trail, part of We Are Water MN. A Minnesota Legacy program.

All ages Free Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210902-01 • Thu–Sun, Oct. 13–16; 8 am–8 pm Thompson Lake Loop Thompson County Park Activity Number: 210902-02 • Thu–Sun, Oct. 20–23; 8 am–8 pm Spring Lake Park Reserve Activity Number: 210902-03 • Fri–Sun, Oct. 28–30; 8 am–8 pm

STARWATCH

See the stars and hear meteorologist Mike Lynch share stories about constellations and their legends.

Age: 5 and older Fee: $10/person Empire Lake Shelter Whitetail Woods Regional Park Activity Number: 111704-01 • Thu, Oct. 13; 7–9 pm

CREATURES OF THE NIGHT

Join us for a night hike and learn how animals have adapted to the night and how darkness can play tricks on our senses.

Age: 5 and older Fee: $5/person Empire Shelter Whitetail Woods Regional Park Activity Number: 211404-01 • Wed, Oct. 19; 6–8 pm

NORTHERN SAW-WHET BANDING

Learn about the northern saw-whet owl in this program co-sponsored

by Carpenter Nature Center.

Watch staff band owls and discover what makes these small creatures unique.

All ages Fee: $12/person Gathering Center Spring Lake Park Reserve Activity Number: 211711-01 • Thu, Oct. 27; 8–9 pm

COBWEBS AND CACHES

Use a GPS unit to find hidden jack-o’-lantern caches and collect a prize. Bring your own GPS unit or borrow one of ours.

Costumes encouraged.

All ages Fee: $8/person; age 5 and under free Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211002-01 • Fri, Oct. 28; 5–8 pm

WILD ART FOR FAMILIES

Join us to create art inspired by nature. Sponsored by Minnesota’s Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Art in Nature

Explore the natural environment of the park, get inspired by what you observe and make a collaborative art installation influenced by the work of land artist Andy Goldsworthy.

Partnership with Eagan Art House.

Age: 5 and older Free Dakota Lodge Thompson County Park Activity Number: 210205-01 • Sun, Nov. 6; 10 am–noon

PROGRAMS & EVENTS WILD ART ADULT FALL COLORS CANOE

Learn to paddle and portage while experiencing the brilliant colors of fall. Must be able to lift and carry 40 lbs.

Age: 16 and older Fee: $15/person Schulze Beach Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211901-01 • Sat, Oct. 1; 1–4 pm

BEGINNER ARCHERY

Walking Winter Weaving

Walk through the park and construct a natural twig loom. Intertwine colors, textures and shapes of winter in a multimedia weaving. Partnership with Eagan Art House.

Age: 8 and older Free; pre-registration required Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210205-02 • Sun, Nov 20; 1–3 pm

Handprinted Spring Postcards

Let the beginning of spring inspire you to create a set of hand-printed, nature-themed postcards to share with family and friends. Explore the early spring landscape to gather materials. Partnership with Eagan Art House.

Age: 8 and older Free Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210205-03 • Sat, March 25; 10 am–noon

SENSORY FRIENDLY SUNDAY

Learn about the seasons and what’s happening outdoors through books and short activities in our indoor classroom.

Age: 5–10 Free Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Autumn!

Activity Number: 211004-01 • Sun, Nov. 20; 10–11 am

Winter!

Activity Number: 211004-02 • Sun, Feb. 5; 10–11 am

LET’S GO OWLING

Delve into the world of owls and take a hike to hear and see these nocturnal hunters at work.

Age: 5 and older Fee: $5/person Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211702-01 • Sat, Dec. 17; 4:30–6:30 pm Activity Number: 211702-01 • Sat, Jan. 8; 4:30–6:30 pm

PARENT CHILD CROSS-COUNTRY SKI LESSONS Learn the basic skills of classicstyle cross-country skiing in a family-friendly environment.

Age: 5 and older Fee: $15/person Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210602-01 • Sat, Jan. 21; 10 am–noon Activity Number: 210602-02 • Sun, Jan. 29; 2–4 pm Activity Number: 210602-03 • Sat, Feb. 4; 2–4 pm Activity Number: 210602-04 • Sun, Feb. 12; 10 am–noon Activity Number: 210602-05 • Wed, Feb. 22; 4–6 pm

LEARN TO ICE FISH

Join us on Holland Lake to learn the basics of ice fishing, including equipment and technique.

Age: 8 and older Fee: $5/person Holland Lake Shelter Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211104-01 • Sat, Jan. 28; 1–3 pm Activity Number: 211104-02 • Sat, Feb. 18; 1–3 pm

Learn archery stance, follow through, equipment styles and safety. Hone your new skills with target practice.

Age: 16 and older Fee: $15/person Archery Shelter Spring Lake Park Reserve Activity Number: 110102-01 • Sun, Oct. 9; 10 am–noon Activity Number: 110102-02 • Sun, Oct. 9; 2–5 pm

LIVING GREEN

Join the Environmental Resources team to learn living green techniques.

Age: 16 and older Free

Low-Waste Holidays – Leftovers

Learn clever ways to use up Thanksgiving leftovers to avoid tossing food. Workshop led by a local chef. Free samples provided.

Dakota Lodge Thompson County Park Activity Number: 212402-01 • Sun, Nov. 6; 1–3 pm

Just Eat It – A Food Waste Story

Filmmakers and food lovers Jen and Grant dive into the issues of food waste from farm and retail, right back to their own fridge. Short discussion will follow.

Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 212402-02 • Fri, Feb. 10; 5–7 pm

Decluttering Your Home

Get tips from recycling professionals on how to purchase hard-to-dispose items regardless of size or emotional attachment. Learn about free and low-cost ways to get rid of your stuff.

Dakota Lodge Thompson County Park Activity Number: 212402-03 • Tue, March 14; 7–8 pm

Join us to create art inspired by nature. A Minnesota Legacy program.

Age: 16 and older Free

Illustrated Nature Poems

Create poetry inspired by the natural world and learn simple watercolor techniques to create illustrations inspired by your words.

Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210202-01 • Thu, Nov. 17; 6–8 pm

Needle Felted Landscape

Learn how to paint with wool, silk and more using the tactile form of needle felting to create a felted landscape.

Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210202-03 • Sat, Dec. 3; 1–3 pm

Intro to Drop Spindle Spinning Learn to spin your own yarn. Learn blending, drafting and spinning techniques while using wool roving and other assorted plant and animal fibers.

Camp Sacajawea Retreat Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210202-02 • Thu, Jan. 26; 6–8 pm

CIDER AND CEDARS

Sip on hot apple cider and create festive wreaths of cedar boughs, harvested from the park as part of natural resources restoration efforts.

Age: 16 and older Fee: $35/person Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210204-01 • Tue, Dec. 13; 6:30–8:30 pm Activity Number: 210204-02 • Wed, Dec. 14; 1–3 pm

BISON SNOWSHOE

Join a park naturalist on a guided snowshoe hike to learn about the Dakota County bison herd and their role in the local prairie ecosystem.

Age: 16 and older Fee: $15/person Camp Spring Lake Park Retreat Center Spring Lake Park Reserve Activity Number: 211401-02 • Sat, Jan. 14; 1–3 pm Activity Number: 211401-03 • Sun, Feb. 5; 1–3 pm

www.dakotacounty.us/parks, click Programs & Events CROSS-COUNTRY SKI LESSONS Learn about equipment, trails and technique in this introduction to classic-style cross-country skiing.

Age: 16 and older Fee: $25/person Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210603-01 • Sat, Jan. 21; 2–4 pm Activity Number: 210603-02 • Sat, Jan. 29; 10 am–noon Activity Number: 210603-03 • Sat, Feb. 4; 10 am–noon Activity Number: 210603-04 • Sun, Feb. 12; 2–4 pm Activity Number: 210603-05 • Wed, Feb. 15; 4–6 pm

VALENTINE SNOWSHOE

Take a guided snowshoe hike and end the evening with hot cocoa around the bonfire.

Age: 16 and older Fee: $15/person Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211401-01 • Tue, Feb. 14; 6:30–8 pm

BACKYARD AGRICULTURE

Explore how to cultivate food in small spaces.

Beekeeping Basics

Discover all you need to know to start your own apiary with JoAnne Sabin of the Minnesota Beekeepers Association. Learn about honeybee biology and behavior, hive management, swarm prevention and equipment.

Age: 16 and older Fee: $60/person Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 211301-01 • Thu, Feb. 9, 16 and 23; 6–9 pm

EVENTS OPT OUTSIDE: WE ARE WATER MN

Celebrate the outdoors with the whole family on Black Friday. Stroll along the shores of McDonough Lake on a scavenger hunt with your youngest explorers. Use your own GPS device or a phone app to search for themed geocaches.

For older adventurers, take on our annual medallion hunt. This event is part of the We Are Water MN traveling exhibit. A Minnesota Legacy program.

All ages Free Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210804-01 • Fri, Nov. 25; 10 am–4 pm

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with candlelight ice skating, hiking and snowshoeing, or sliding on a lit sledding hill. Stay for the ball drop at 7:59 p.m. Bring your own sleds and ice skates. Dogs not permitted.

All ages Fee: $8/person; youth age 3 and under free. Tickets on sale Dec. 1.

Visitor Center Lebanon Hills Regional Park Activity Number: 210802-01 • Fri, Dec. 31; 5–8 pm

INFORMATION REGISTRATION PAYMENT

SCHOLARSHIPS

Payment is due at registration.

All major credit cards are accepted.

Call 952-891-7000.

IF WE NEED TO CANCEL

At least three weeks before the program, tell us what accommodation would make the program accessible to you or your family.

Cancellations posted at www.dakotacounty.us/parks.

IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL

Refund policy is posted at www.dakotacounty.us/parks, click Programs & Events.

ACCESSIBILITY

EQUIPMENT

Provided unless specified.

TRAILS BY CANDLELIGHT

Enjoy parks by flickering candlelight and warm up with crackling bonfires.

Dogs not permitted.

All ages Fee: $8/person; youth age 5 and under free. Tickets on sale Dec. 1.

Spring Lake Park Reserve

Enjoy hiking and snowshoe trails and plowed walking paths. Bring your own equipment if desired.

Dakota Lodge Activity Number: 210803-01 • Fri, Jan. 20; 6–9 pm

Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Enjoy cross-country ski trails, hiking and snowshoe trails, and plowed walking paths. Bring your own equipment if desired.

Rental reservations available Dec. 1. Dakota County Parks ski pass required for skiers.

Lebanon Hills Visitor Center Activity Number: 210803-03 • Fri, Feb. 17; 6–9 pm

EQUIPMENT

RESERVATIONS

RENTAL

BIRTHDAYS, FIELD TRIPS AND MORE

Rent cross-country ski equipment, snowshoes and kicksleds at the Lebanon Hills Visitor Center. www.dakotacounty.us/parks, search equipment rental

Celebrate a birthday, take a school field trip or book a private program in Dakota County Parks. www.dakotacounty.us/parks, search private program

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Miesville Ravine Park Reserve

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Spring Lake Park Reserve

Mississippi River Greenway

Inver Grove Heights

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Miesville Ravine Park Reserve

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Minnesota River Greenway

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