Neighborhood Naturalist Program MPRB Naturalists lead activities for all ages at parks throughout the city.

Drop-in Discovery Programs

All ages are welcome to drop-in at weekly programs to explore and investigate different nature activities and themes with a naturalist at various parks across the city.

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Nature Play Groups

For children ages 1.5 to 4 and their grown-ups, Nature Play Groups engage little ones in curiosity and sensory investigation in nature at various parks throughout Minneapolis.

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Nature Corners

For young children (less than 7 years) and their grown-up, Nature Corners are a special feature of indoor playground programs that provide an opportunity for nature exploration and sensory investigation during the cold season.

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Nature Explorers Camps

Children ages 3.5 through 14 years old have the opportunity to explore, play, and investigate at different themed nature camps at various Minneapolis regional parks. A wide variety of camp themes, locations, times, and age groups are offered throughout the summer.

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… with a Naturalist Programs

For adults 18 years and older. Walk, hike, bike, paddle, birdwatch, snowshoe, garden and more … with a naturalist! Try new activities and see the natural world in new ways. All equipment provided.

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Canoeing Programs (May – September) 

All ages (children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult) can experience the City of Lakes from the water, with guidance as needed from a trained instructor, June through August.

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Snowshoeing Programs (January – March, snow-dependent)

For all ages 5 and up, join us for drop-in session sand scheduled programs – try snowshoeing for FREE at parks across the city (in season).

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