Guided Programs

Try your hand at the exciting and challenging sport of archery during this free program. Equipment will be available to borrow and staff will be on hand to teach you the basics to get you started. Reserve one of the 12 spaces during the first hour if you want to have more time to learn and improve your technique, or simply drop-in during the second hour to give it a try. The second hour of each session will be done on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants of all ages and of all experience levels are welcome to join!

Dates coming soon!

Looking for an opportunity to get on a bike? Visit us at one of our upcoming bike events. Borrow a bike to cruise around or explore the trails while at the park. A variety of styles and sizes for youth and adults will be available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. Adults will need a driver's license or photo I.D. to check out a bike. Youth need to present a student I.D. or be with an adult.

Dates coming soon!

Join us for free fishing opportunities for youth ages 15 and under. Participants will learn basic fishing techniques and skills. All fishing is catch and release.

Dates coming soon!

Beginner fishing lessons and intro to fish safety; instructions to start session, drop in anytime

Spoon Lake at Keller Regional Park
June 1 & 19
July 6

Lake McCarrons
July 17
August 3 & 21

Sundays at 11 a.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m.; 2 hour sessions

Intro to Dakota weaving plants using nettle, cattails, basswood, bulrushes. Snacks provided.

Thursday, August 21
1-3 p.m.

Location: TBD

Registration required. Coming soon. 

Explore the Trails of Ramsey County with our Parks & Rec Cultural Liaison, Phoebe! We warmly invite community groups, individuals, and families from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities, as well as everyone interested. We'll kick off with a fun icebreaker activity before heading out to explore the park. Granola bars and water will be provided; please bring a reusable water bottle, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes. This activity is free and considered a beginner-friendly hike, but may include some inclines.

See you next season!

Come experience the Winter Recreation Area at Battle Creek and try cross-country skiing or kicksledding for free! Equipment and basic instruction provided. Space is limited and equipment is provided on a first come, first served basis. Meet our staff in front of the Battle Creek Rec Center for more info and to check out equipment. 

See you next season!

Are you interested in trying out cross-country skiing? Join us on for a fun evening of learning the basics and meeting other new skiers at the Winter Recreation Area at Battle Creek. Learn the basics of skiing in 4 classes! Equipment is provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own.  

See you next season!

Join Finn Sisu founder Ahvo Taipale for our Senior Ski Program! Held at the Winter Recreation Area at Battle Creek. Equipment is included, but feel free to bring your own. Learn from one of the best ski coaches in Minnesota! 

See you next season!

Join us for free winter fun for all ages! Experience kick sledding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding and more. We'll have equipment available for free on a first come, first served basis. 

See you next season!

See you next season!

Wazíya Winter-Wind Celebration:

Minnesota Parks Artists-in-Residence Marlena Myles and Tanáǧidaŋ Tó Wiŋ (Tara Perron/Blue Hummingbird Woman) are kicking off a year of seasonal community celebrations.

Experience Dakota ancestral teachings, modern Indigenous artistry, and community activities that honor the beauty and cultural significance of winter.

You can expect, a live snow sculpture, snowshoe making, an AR exhibit, winter plant knowledge and crafting, storytelling, an Indigenous Makers Market, Indigenous foods and outdoor activities like sledding, skiing and kicksledding.