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Lifeguard service begins, Battle Creek Waterworks opens on June 8
On June 8, lifeguard services will begin at guarded beaches and Battle Creek Waterworks will open for the summer.
Free summer events in county parks
Enjoy guided programs throughout the summer months in Ramsey County's regional and county parks. Activities are led by Parks & Recreation staff or specialists.
County beaches open Memorial Day weekend
Planning a trip to the beach? Ramsey County beaches will open May 25 — just in time for Memorial Day weekend.
Parks & Recreation named Land Manager of the Year
Ramsey County Parks & Recreation was named the 2018 Land Manager of the Year by the Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists (MORC).The award recognizes the county for creating and adopting a formal mountain bike trails master plan for Battle Creek Regional Park.
County golf courses open for 2019
County golf courses have opened for the 2019 season.
Spring burns planned for Ramsey County parks
Ramsey County will conduct prescribed burns of some county-owned prairies and woodlands this spring. Burns are planned to begin in April and run through June.
Applications open for summer Junior Assistant Naturalists at Tamarack Nature Center
Junior Assistant Naturalists are volunteer positions that help with summer day camp programs at Tamarack Nature Center.
Volunteers needed for Earth Day cleanup at Tamarack
Volunteers are needed for the annual Earth Day Cleanup on April 27 at Tamarack Nature Center.
Autism-friendly hour now available every Sunday at Battle Creek Waterworks
Ramsey County has partnered with the Autism Society of Minnesota (AUSM) to create sensory-friendly hours at Battle Creek Waterworks.
Volunteers needed for Earth Day parks cleanup
Volunteers of all ages are needed for the annual Earth Day Cleanup on April 27 at Battle Creek Regional Park.
Seasonal positions at parks, golf courses, beaches and Battle Creek Waterworks
Seasonal positions at parks, golf courses, beaches and Battle Creek Waterworks are now available.
Free family fun at our Winter Recreation Area
Experience kick-sledding, snowshoeing and more at Keller Regional Park!
Lifeguard applications for 2019 now open
Parks & Recreation is currently hiring lifeguards for the 2019 beach and water park season.
Cleanup rescheduled for Otter Lake dog park
The cleanup scheduled for Otter Lake dog park on Tuesday, January 29 is rescheduled due to low temperatures.
All cross-country ski trails groomed Jan. 29
Ramsey County cross-country ski trails have been groomed and are currently in fair condition with some bare spots.
Registration open for Tamarack Nature Center summer camps
Camps are available for children ages 3-14.
Otter Lake dog park closed February 20
On Wednesday, February 20 Otter Lake dog park will be closed to the public.
Former Parks & Recreation director, commission member awarded by Minnesota Recreation and Park Association
Jon Oyanagi is the recipient of the 2018 Clifton E. French Award, while Gale Pederson is the recipient of the 2018 Board and Commission Award.
Holiday sale at Ramsey County golf courses
Enjoy savings on golf lessons and apparel at four of Ramsey County's golf courses.