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Encroachment Inspections Begin in April
Parks & Recreation staff will be conducting encroachment inspections this spring.
Volunteers needed April 20 for Earth Day Cleanup Challenge
Volunteers of all ages are invited to the Mighty Mississippi River Cleanup Challenge on Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Battle Creek Regional Park.
Ramsey County's Parks and Recreation/Soil and Water hosts AmeriCorps Director for special visit
As AmeriCorps Week commenced, Ramsey County's Parks and Recreation/Soil and Water Conservation Division prepared for a special visit from AmeriCorps Director Sonali Nijhawan. With Channel 5 capturing the event, Commissioner Xiong and Reinhardt underscored the vital role AmeriCorps plays in community service initiatives.
Lifeguard hiring and courses now open
With summer on the horizon, the lifeguard hiring season is in full swing, prompting the announcement of the Lifeguard Certification Courses for 2024. If you're looking for more information, contact Recreation Services Supervisor, Thony Thao.
Cross-country ski trails begin opening
Cross-country ski trails are open at the Winter Recreation Area at Battle Creek.
Cross-country ski passes on sale now
Mutual Ramsey County/Saint Paul cross-country ski passes are on sale now for the 2023-2024 season.
A federal government shutdown will not immediately impact any county services
Residents should plan to attend all existing appointments and continue to access all county services and programs.
City & County Credit Union secondary naming rights sponsorship approved for TCO Sports Garden
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with City & County Credit Union for secondary naming rights of the fieldhouse at TCO Sports Garden in Vadnais Heights.
Controlled deer hunts begin Oct. 6 at eight Ramsey County parks and open spaces
Ramsey County Parks & Recreation, in partnership with the Metro Bowhunters Resource Base, will conduct controlled archery deer hunts this fall and winter throughout the county parks and open space system.
Keller Golf Course to complete bunker playability improvements this fall
Beginning October 2, crews at Keller Golf Course in Maplewood will begin cleaning out bunkers to replace the liners and add new sand.
Battle Creek Waterworks opens June 10
Battle Creek Waterworks opens for the 2023 season on June 10.
Parks & Recreation unveils new park signage
The artwork was designed and created by five artists who represent different racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Rent an arena or picnic shelter for your summer event
Parks & Recreation has several facilities to rent for summer events of all sizes.
County beaches open Memorial Day weekend
Plan a trip to the beach! Ramsey County beaches will open May 27 — just in time for Memorial Day weekend.
Lifeguard applications open and certification course dates announced
Lifeguard certification course dates are available this spring in Ramsey County.
County golf courses open for 2023 season
All four county golf courses are open.
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 late April and run through June.
Registration opens Feb. 7 for Tamarack Nature Center summer day camps
Early registration is recommended, as camps often fill quickly.
Grand opening of the winter recreation area at Battle Creek Regional Park
Join us at Battle Creek Regional Park for a brief program and ribbon cutting for the new winter recreation area.