2020 summer camps

NATURE • ARCHERY • GOLF • HISTORY • PADDLING • FISHING • FORTS • ART • FARMING • SURVIVAL

REGISTRATION BEGINS Wednesday, January 22, 2020 PAID PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE TWIN CITIES, MN PERMIT NO. 93197 how to register 763.559.6700 For registration 8 AM –4:30 PM, Monday – Friday and financial 9 AM – 1 PM, Saturday – Sunday assistance details, ThreeRiversParks.org/programs see page 12.

give today The Wonder Fund Give the opportunity for nature exploration and new adventures. The Wonder Fund provides scholarships to individuals and organizations needing financial assistance for programs, summer camps and field trips in Three Rivers. See page 11 for information on how to donate or apply. Give today by adding a $1 donation when registering. 3000 Xenium Lane North Plymouth, MNPlymouth, 55441-1299 summer camps

BAKER PARK RESERVE ARCHERY OVERNIGHT FORKHORN II OVERNIGHT Ages 10–15 Take your archery skills to the next level while Ages 11–15 Stay overnight in a log cabin while earning your PLAIN staying overnight in a log cabin. Learn to properly shoot Minnesota DNR Bow Hunting Certificate. Learn to properly compound and recurve bows, discover techniques and tips shoot compound and recurve bows, gain techniques and BAKER NATIONAL GOLF COURSE from certified archery instructors, play games from the Explore tips from archery instructors, learn about big game ecology THE FIRST TEE GOLF CAMP Archery program, shoot with crossbows, participate in an and hunting ethics, shoot crossbows and more. Participate in Ages 10–17 Improve your golf skills. Receive instruction on archery tournament and more. Try other activities such as activities such as geocaching, survival challenge, swimming, various aspects of the game and play the Evergreen Course rock climbing, swimming, canoeing and fishing. Designed for canoeing and fishing. Practice at a 3D-archery range and an each day. Campers must bring their own golf clubs and have beginning to intermediate archers. All meals and archery gear indoor archery simulator. Shoot a .22, shotgun and rifle at a experience playing nine holes in a safe and responsible manner. provided. $279. #5BLC5020 local gun range. This is an advanced camp for youth who have $299. #5BNG7000 August 16–19 already completed their Firearms Safety Training. Run by DNR- June 22–25, Monday–Thursday 6 PM Sunday–Noon Wednesday certified firearms safety and bow hunter education instructors. 9 AM–4 PM All meals and most gear included. Scholarships may be available; FIREARMS SAFETY CERTIFICATION: for information, call 763.694.7724. Sponsored by the Minnesota FORKHORN I OVERNIGHT Deer Hunters Association. $399. #5BLC5001 BAKER OUTDOOR LEARNING CENTER August 2–6 Ages 11–15 Learn about forkhorn (whitetail deer) ecology and 6 PM Sunday–7:30 PM Thursday formerly Baker Near-Wilderness Settlement deer hunting skills. Gain extensive firearms safety instruction and earn your Minnesota DNR Firearms Safety Certificate. Shoot FAMILY OVERNIGHT FIREARMS SAFETY CERTIFICATION: All Ages Stay two nights in a rustic log cabin with your family a shotgun and .22 rifle at a local gun range. Try rock climbing, (up to eight people per cabin). Try summer camp activities canoeing, geocaching, fishing and swimming. Designed for BIRD HUNTING OVERNIGHT such as archery, rock climbing, nature programs, beginning hunters and run by DNR-certified firearms safety Ages 11-15 Explore the world of hunting waterfowl, turkeys, cooking and crafts, or spend time relaxing on your own. instructors. All meals and most gear included. Sponsored grouse and more. Focus on calling, bird identification and Meals are on your own, cooked at outdoor grill sites. Advice, by the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association. Reservations techniques for a successful hunt. Gain extensive hands-on firewood, cooking/eating utensils and some beverages provided. required. Scholarships may be available; for information, call firearms safety instruction and earn your Minnesota DNR Maximum one cabin per family. $225/cabin. #5BLC6080 to 763.694.7856. Sponsored by the Minnesota Deer Hunters Firearms Safety Certificate. Shoot a shotgun and .22 at a local #5BLC6085 Association. $399. #5BLC5000 gun range. Try rock climbing, canoeing, geocaching, fishing, June 5–7 June 21–25 swimming and more. Designed for beginning hunters and run July 10–12 6 PM Sunday–7:30 PM Thursday by DNR-certified firearms safety instructors. All meals and most July 24–26 gear included. Scholarships may be available; for information, July 31–August 2 FIREARMS SAFETY CERTIFICATION: call 763.694.7856. $399. #5BLC5006 August 7–9 HUNT AND FISH OVERNIGHT August 9–13 6 PM Sunday–7:30 PM Thursday August 14–16 Ages 11–15 Gain extensive hands-on instruction in firearms, 6 PM Friday–1 PM Sunday fishing and outdoor skills. Try archery, geocaching, canoeing, rock climbing and survival while earning a Minnesota DNR KNIVES, KNOTS AND GRANDPARENTS AND Firearms Safety Certificate. Shoot a .22 rifle and shotgun at a NAVIGATION OVERNIGHT GRANDKIDS OVERNIGHT local gun range and fish on local lakes. Designed for beginning Ages 12–15 Participate in adventurous survival and wilderness Ages 5+ Spend two nights in a rustic log cabin making hunters and anglers and run by DNR-certified firearms safety activities. Learn knife safety and put those skills to use carving memories with your grandchildren (up to eight people per instructors. Scholarships may be available; for information, call outdoor tools and cooking tasty campfire recipes. Build shelters, cabin). Join naturalist-led activities such as nature programs, 763.694.7856. $399. #5BLC5025 ladders, swings and other structures in the forest using knots archery, rock climbing and crafts, or spend time relaxing on July 12–16 and lashing techniques. Learn about backcountry packing and your own. All meals included. Maximum three children per 6 PM Sunday–7:30 PM Thursday planning to prepare for an outdoor overnight, and test your grandparent. This camp is for grandparents and grandkids skills finding your way on and off the trail. All meals and most — parents get a weekend at ! $275/cabin. #5BLC6090, FIREARMS SAFETY CERTIFICATION: gear included. $399. #5BLC6010 #5BLC6091 or #5BLC6092 PHEASANT HUNTING July 26–30 6 PM Sunday–7:30 PM Thursday June 12–14 Ages 11–15 Explore pheasant ecology, pheasant hunting with 6 PM Friday–1 PM Sunday dogs and wing shooting techniques. Gain extensive hands- July 8–10 on firearms safety instruction and earn your Minnesota DNR COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT) 6 PM Wednesday–1 PM Friday Firearms Safety Certificate. Shoot a shotgun and .22 rifle at Ages 15–18 Continue the fun of summer camp while July 17–19 a local gun range and try trap shooting. Try rock climbing, developing leadership skills. Learn how to foster friendships, 6 PM Friday–1 PM Sunday canoeing, geocaching, fishing, fort building and more. Designed solve problems and be a role model for campers. Includes for beginning hunters and run by DNR-certified firearms safety 1 week of training and at least 1 week of camp immersion WILDERNESS OVERNIGHT I instructors. All meals and most gear included. Scholarships may assisting staff. Contact [email protected] Ages 9–11 Camp out in a log cabin while experiencing be available; for information, call 763.694.7856. Sponsored by for application and information. Space is limited; application outdoor adventures. Enjoy activities such as swimming, fishing, the Northwest Suburban Chapter of Pheasants Forever. $325. deadline is May 1. $150. #5BLC0400 crafts and . Participate in rock climbing, archery, fire #5BLC5010 June 18–August 19 building, fort building, nature programs and more. All meals Day Camp with Thursday Overnight and most gear included. $279. #5BLC6000 July 20–24 July 5–8 Monday–Wednesday, 9 AM–4 PM 6 PM Sunday–Noon Wednesday 9 AM Thursday–Noon Friday Day Camp Only THE FIRST TEE GOLF AND SPORTS OVERNIGHT August 24–28, Monday–Friday Ages 10–15 Combine professional golf instruction with 9 AM–4 PM a rustic log cabin overnight adventure. Participate in golf activities including individual and group instruction, course play, skill challenge games, night golf and more. Join wilderness adventures such as rock climbing, archery, canoeing and swimming. Activities take place at the Baker Outdoor Learning Center and Baker National Golf Course. Previous golf experience recommended. All meals and most gear included; clubs available if needed. $479. #5BLC6005 July 19–23 6 PM Sunday–4 PM Thursday

2 2020 Summer Camps Guide RECREATION AREA LOWRY NATURE CENTER

CAMPTASTIC DINOSAUR CAMP Ages 6–9 Try fantastic summer adventures, such as log rolling, Ages 4–6 Travel back to the age of dinosaurs and discover rock climbing and slacklining. Complete each day with a silly what plants and creatures lived among these giants. Go on game or activity. $113. #5REC6000 a rock hunt and learn about fossils. Enjoy games, crafts, live July 27–30, Monday–Thursday animals and nature exploration. Use paleontological tools on a 9 AM–Noon dinosaur dig and see what you discover. $72. #5LNC1500 June 16–18, Tuesday–Thursday PADDLE PALOOZA August 4–6, Tuesday–Thursday Ages 10–15 Spend your days on and in the water. Build 9:30 AM–Noon skills, go on expeditions and play games while stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, log rolling and canoeing. No CARING FOR NATURE previous experience required. $113. #5REC5700 Ages 4–6 Even the littlest person can make a big difference if June 29–July 2, Monday–Thursday they care enough. Create lifetime connections through outdoor 9 AM–Noon exploration. Discover how to speak for the trees and animals of all shapes and sizes. $72. #5LNC1200 June 23–26, Tuesday–Friday BRYANT LAKE REGIONAL PARK 9:30 AM–Noon EDEN PRAIRIE FAIRIES AND GNOMES Ages 4–6 Discover the secret life of fairies and gnomes. Search TINY ANGLERS for fairy houses and gnome hideouts in enchanted forests and Ages 4–6 Play games and learn about Minnesota fish species ponds. Uncover magical critters living in these places and learn THE SCIENCE OF NATURE and how to safely use fishing equipment. $116. #5REC5410 how even the tiniest creatures guard nature’s hidden . Ages 6–9 Investigate nature from a scientist’s mind using July 13–16, Monday–Thursday Listen to fairy tales, play games and watch silly puppet shows. inquiry and experiments. Explore air pressure and weather, 9 AM–Noon $96. #5LNC1505 surface tension and water, egg-inspired engineering and more. June 29–July 2, Monday–Thursday Designed for children who have completed kindergarten. EXTREME FISHING August 18–21, Tuesday–Friday $206. #5LNC1610 Ages 9–13 Take your fishing to the next level. Travel to 9:30 AM–Noon August 11–14, Tuesday–Friday* different lakes fishing for bass, pan fish, northern pike, walleye 9:30 AM–3 PM and carp. Fish from different watercrafts, learn strategies, MESSY, MUDDY MAYHEM *Extended care available for $48. make bait and test new equipment. Explore methods and Ages 4–6 Dig in to nature and get messy, muddy and wet! watch demonstrations by professionals in the fishing industry. Have fun with bubbles and water. Build with mud, sticks and PIRATES OF CARVER PARK Equipment provided. $295. #5REC5405 leaves. with your hands and feet. Make gooey concoctions Ages 6–9 We found the : Now to figure out how August 24–27, Monday–Thursday and meet slimy worms and bugs. $72. #5LNC1100 to open it! Sharpen your pirate skills by dipping in the pond, 9 AM–4 PM July 21–23, Tuesday–Thursday playing camouflage games and learning how to read a map. August 25–27, Tuesday–Thursday Practice your sword work, learn to build fires and voyage to PADDLE PALOOZA 9:30 AM–Noon Lipfish’s Beach. Encounter other pirates in hopes of solving the Ages 10–15 Spend your days on and in the water. Build mystery before it’s too late. Designed for children who have skills, go on expeditions and play games while stand-up BE A SCIENCE KID completed kindergarten. $206. #5LNC5205 paddleboarding, kayaking, log rolling and canoeing. No Ages 4–6 Investigate nature like a scientist with hands-on August 18–21, Tuesday–Friday* previous experience required. $113. #5REC5700 experiments. Explore the properties of soil by making mud 9:30 AM–3 PM August 3–6, Monday–Thursday sculptures, digging for worms and building underground *Extended care available for $48. 9 AM–Noon habitats. Learn about birds by constructing nests and investigating feathers and beaks. Construct simple weather SCIENCE OF FLIGHT EXTREME FISHING II: EARLY RISERS forecasting tools, track shadows and look for animal signs. Ages 8–11 Explore the science behind getting and staying Ages 10–15 The early bird gets the worm, but the early riser Perfect for the kid who wants to know everything about in the air. Experiment by making parachutes, gliders, model gets the lunker! Learn how to read various waterbodies and everything. $96. #5LNC1600 rockets and fanciful flying creations. Throw, drop and launch test your skills to see if you can land the big one. Use several August 11–14, Tuesday–Friday your way into the air. Meet birds of prey and songbirds while watercrafts and technologies while attempting to catch the 9:30 AM–Noon learning how these animals have become masters of flight. elusive muskellunge, walleye, northern pike and bass. Extreme Designed for children who have completed kindergarten. Fishing or comparable is recommended as a prerequisite. $337. WILDLIFE HEROES $206. #5LNC1615 #5REC5407 Ages 6–9 The nature in Carver Park Reserve is being targeted June 16–19, Tuesday–Friday* August 10–13, Monday–Thursday for destruction! Learn about superheroes and where their 9:30 AM–3 PM 7 AM–3 PM powers come from. Tackle an obstacle course in the dark, lift *Extended care available for $48. items much heavier than yourself, locate objects by using your ROWING CAMP ears and more. Find out who lives in the forest and identify the NATURE GIRLS Ages 10–18 Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club offers on-the- trees they call home. Designed for children who have completed Ages 8–11 Connect with other girls and gain confidence while water introductory rowing experiences. Build teamwork, kindergarten. $206. #5LNC1700 exploring ways to find your passion in the outdoors. Balance responsibility and excellence while learning to row safely with July 7–10, Tuesday–Friday* on a slackline, start a fire, canoe on Lake Auburn and immerse experienced and passionate instructors. Morning camps are 9:30 AM–3 PM yourself in nature journaling. $206. #5LNC5220 one- to four-day sessions. *Extended care available for $48. June 23–26, Tuesday–Friday* Register: tcyrc.org August 4–7, Tuesday–Friday* June 1–July 31, Monday–Friday LAURA’S ADVENTURES 9:30 AM–3 PM 9–11 AM Ages 6–9 Listen to tales from Laura’s books and relive her life *Extended care available for $48. in the Big and prairie. Learn to make a fire and cook over it, explore how life was in a pioneer schoolhouse and practice THE GREAT LOWRY CAPER CARVER PARK RESERVE old-time dance steps with live music. Sew a bonnet or apron Ages 8–11 Something valuable has gone missing and your and try other pioneer handicrafts. Meet live animals, sing, VICTORIA help is needed to find it! Search the forest, pond and prairie all play games and help with pioneer chores. Play in the tallgrass in the name of getting back what’s been taken. Follow tracks prairie and take a trip to the historic 1880s Grimm farmhouse. and signs, read a map and look for clues. Put together a web *Extended care is available for the camps indicated; Designed for children who have completed kindergarten. $155. of possibilities while working towards finding an answer and drop-off begins at 8:30 AM and pick-up ends at 5 PM. #5LNC2505 restoring order. $206. #5LNC6010 July 8–10, Wednesday–Friday* June 29–July 2, Monday-Thursday* ARCHERY RANGE 9:30 AM–3 PM 9:30 AM–3 PM *Extended care available for $36. *Extended care available for $48. ARCHERY CAMP Ages 9–13 Shoot a compound bow, learn range safety and AMERICAN STORIES AND DOLLS GOODRICH SCHOOL OF WIZARDS develop proper technique. Get tips to shoot proficiently from Ages 6–9 Explore the stories of girls through American history. varying distances and an elevated platform. Discover primitive Try fishing and learn about a Nez Perce girl living in the Pacific AND WITCHES Ages 8–11 Young wizards and witches get ready to enter a hunting techniques and challenge yourself with shooting northwest. Make empanaditas and hear stories about a girl world where things are not as they seem! Learn the secret arts games. Equipment provided. $113. #5REC5000 living on a rancho in New Mexico. Make ice cream and Victorian of arithmancy, potions, astronomy and mysterious creatures. July 13–16, Monday–Thursday crafts while learning about a girl living in New York during a Craft your own wand, play games and prepare for a wild ride 9 AM–Noon time of a lot of change. Build and launch small rockets and hear of fantasy nature adventures exploring the magical world. tales of a girl living on Florida’s space coast. Each day includes $206. #5LNC1705 a themed snack, craft and nature time outdoors. Designed for ARCHERY AND SURVIVAL IN THE OUTDOORS July 14–17, Tuesday–Friday* children who have completed kindergarten. $206. #5LNC2510 Ages 9–13 Develop your shooting technique using compound 9:30 AM–3 PM July 28–31, Tuesday–Friday* bows and hone proficiency from varying distances. Learn *Extended care available for $48. outdoor skills such as making fire, exploring wild edibles, 9:30 AM–3 PM building shelters and more. Equipment provided. $207. *Extended care available for $48. #5LNC5000 ART AND NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY Ages 8–11 Discover nature through art and photography. July 21–24, Tuesday–Friday* FORTS AND HIDEOUTS Explore habitats while creating sketches and seeking the 9:30 AM–3 PM Ages 6–9 Construct forts with branches, leaves, tarps and perfect shot. Use a sketchbook to explore subject, line and *Extended care available for additional $48. rope. Learn basic fire-building skills. Play hide-and-seek and form by drawing and painting with watercolor. Experiment camouflage games to challenge your observation skills while with color and photo composition. Hunt for wild edibles, discovering animal and habitats. Designed for children BIKE CAMP become a nature architect, photograph and draw animals, who have completed kindergarten. $155. #5LNC5200 Ages 10–14 Explore parks and trails by bike. Adventure from and make your own art materials. Supplies and equipment August 4–6, Tuesday–Thursday* park to park and learn bike handling skills and basic rules of provided. $206. #5LNC4205 9:30 AM–3 PM the trail. Go for a swim to cool off. Campers must provide own July 21–24, Tuesday–Friday* *Extended care available for $36. multi-geared bike and helmet. Campers spend time at Carver 9:30 AM–3 PM Park Reserve and Gale Woods Farm. $170. #5REC5105 *Extended care available for $48. August 24–26, Monday–Wednesday 9 AM–3 PM Carver continues on page 4

Reservations required; see page 12. 3 CLEARY LAKE REGIONAL PARK PRIOR LAKE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SCOTT COUNTY

NATURE INVESTIGATORS Ages 5–7 Explore a new nature topic each day. Learn about little critters and Minnesota animals, participate in pond studies, go on nature hikes, try fishing and more. Ages 6-7 can combine with Camptastic for a full day of adventure. $116. #5SCT1700 August 10–13, Monday–Thursday 1–4 PM

CAMPTASTIC Ages 6–9 Try fantastic summer adventures, such as log rolling, rock climbing and slacklining. Complete each day with a silly game or activity. Ages 6-7 can combine with Nature Investigators for a full day of fun. $113. #5SCT6000 August 10–13, Monday–Thursday 9 AM–Noon

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Ages 8–12 Enjoy the great outdoors. Learn about nature and develop outdoor adventure skills such as rock climbing, high ropes, canoeing, archery and log rolling. Combine with morning Hooked on Golf Lessons (registration opens February 26) for a full day of fun. $140. #5SCT6030 June 22–25, Monday–Thursday* Carver continued CEDAR LAKE FARM July 6–9, Monday–Thursday* August 3–6, Monday–Thursday* THE RISE OF NATURE: A SPACE SAGA STORY REGIONAL PARK 1–4 PM Ages 8–11 An evil empire has taken over the galaxy and your *Camp ends at 4:30 PM on Thursday. help is needed to defend it! Tune into the forces of nature and NEW PRAGUE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SCOTT COUNTY train for your mission. Make training light swords and go on WILDERNESS SURVIVAL amazing adventures helped along the way by robots, aliens and Ages 8–12 Learn how to survive outdoors through a series of more. Visit planets far away and help unlock ancient mysteries WILDERNESS SURVIVAL challenges. Test your skills by navigating through the woods, while continuing this annual summer space saga. $206. Ages 8–12 Learn how to survive outdoors through a series of canoeing, building a campfire, constructing shelters and fishing. #5LNC6001 challenges. Test your skills by navigating through the woods, $113. #5SCT5205 July 28–31, Tuesday–Friday* canoeing, building a campfire, constructing shelters and fishing. July 13–16, Monday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3 PM Ages 10-12 can combine with Paddle Palooza for a full day of 1–4 PM *Extended care available for additional $48. adventure. $113. #5SCT5205 June 29–July 2, Monday–Thursday WILD WORK 1–4 PM EXTREME FISHING Ages 12–15 Explore careers in the outdoors through hands-on Ages 9–13 Take your fishing to the next level. Travel to experience with naturalist staff. Help with scientific surveys such different lakes fishing for bass, pan fish, northern pike, walleye HOOKED ON FISHING and carp. Fish from different watercrafts, learn strategies, as bird banding. Watch wildlife staff band young osprey. Go Ages 8–12 Learn about equipment and how to safely handle a make bait and test new equipment. Explore methods and behind the scenes in caring for live animals. Teach a miniature pole and fish. Identify Minnesota fish, learn about their lifecycle watch demonstrations by professionals in the fishing industry. outdoor lesson. $206. #5LNC1710 and habitat, play games and more. Combine with Archery Equipment provided. $295. #5SCT5405 June 23–26, Tuesday–Friday Camp for a full day of adventure. $84.75. #5SCT5400 June 29–July 2, Monday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3 PM July 20–23, Monday–Thursday 9 AM–4 PM *Extended care available for additional $48. 9 AM–Noon ARCHERY CAMP ADVANCED ART AND NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY ARCHERY CAMP Ages 12–15 Explore how making art can improve your Ages 9–13 Shoot a compound bow, learn range safety and Ages 8–12 Shoot a compound bow, learn range safety and photographs and how photographs can improve your art. Draw develop proper technique. Get tips to shoot proficiently from develop proper technique. Get tips to shoot proficiently from faster with gesture sketches, explore color concepts in paint, varying distances and an elevated platform. Discover primitive varying distances. Discover primitive hunting techniques and use a camera to create engaging compositions. Try painting hunting techniques and challenge yourself with shooting and challenge yourself with shooting games. Combine with landscape outside. Canoe and be inspired by new scenes. games. Equipment provided. Ages 10-13 can combine with Hooked on Fishing Camp for a full day of adventure. Equipment Capture ideas in a sketchbook using graphite, ink, charcoal and Paddle Palooza Camp for a full day of adventure. $113. provided. $113. #5SCT5000 paint. Equipment and supplies provided. $206. #5LNC4506 #5SCT5000 July 20–23, Monday–Thursday August 11–14, Tuesday–Friday* July 27–30 Monday–Thursday 1–4 PM 9:30 AM–3 PM 1–4 PM *Extended care available for additional $48. PADDLE PALOOZA THREE RIVERS NINJA WARRIOR Ages 10–15 Spend your days on and in the water. Build ZOMBIE AVOIDANCE TRAINING Ages 9–13 Ready to take on new obstacles? Try to get to the skills, go on expeditions and play games while stand-up Ages 12–15 If (hopefully not when) zombies attack, next stage with challenging activities such as paddle sports, paddleboarding, kayaking, log rolling and canoeing. No you be ready? Learn survival strategies such as fire building, team building, survival skills, archery, slacklining, hatchet previous experience required. Ages 10-12 can combine camouflage, outdoor cooking, map reading and more. Practice throwing and more. The final afternoon culminates with a with Wilderness Survival for a full day of adventure. $113. key skills such as knot tying, wild edible identification and competition highlighting your new Three Rivers Ninja Warrior #5SCT5700 building. $225. #5LNC5110 skills that your family can watch. $226. #5SCT6020 June 29–July 2, Monday–Thursday August 25–28, Tuesday–Friday* August 17–20, Monday–Thursday 9 AM–Noon 9:30 AM–3 PM 9 AM–4 PM *Extended care available for additional $48. ADVENTURE CAMP FOR GIRLS OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR TEENS ON THE Ages 9–14 Explore the best activities in the parks. Try stand-up AUTISM SPECTRUM paddleboarding, archery, slacklining, log rolling, rock climbing, Ages 13–18 Explore the recreational opportunities in Carver fishing, geocaching and canoeing. Enjoy new adventures while Park Reserve. Bike the trails, fish and paddle in Lake Auburn, making new friends. $226. #5SCT6010 and practice archery. Make friends and practice communicating August 3–6, Monday–Thursday your needs during safe and fun adventures away from the 9 AM–3 PM comforts of home. Campers must be able to demonstrate self-care skills without assistance, independently follow adult BIKE CAMP direction and safety rules, and show readiness for large Ages 10–14 Explore parks and trails by bike. Ride around group participation, including remaining with the group at all Cleary Lake and explore the Scott West Regional Trail. Learn times. Participants must bring their own bike and helmet; all bike handling skills, safety and basic rules of the trail. Campers other equipment provided. Co-taught with Autism Society of must provide own multi-geared bike and helmet. $113. Minnesota (AuSM) educators. For guideline information and to #5SCT5105 learn about AuSM, visit ausm.org. $115. #5LNC6015 August 17–19, Monday–Wednesday June 16–19, Tuesday–Friday 9 AM–Noon 9 AM–Noon PADDLE PALOOZA OUTDOOR ADVENTURE FOR TEENS ON THE Ages 10–15 Spend your days on and in the water! Build AUTISM SPECTRUM skills, go on expeditions and play games while stand-up Ages 13–18 Explore the forest, pond and prairie! Build a paddleboarding, kayaking, log rolling and canoeing. No survival shelter with other campers. Start a campfire using previous experience required. Ages 10-13 can combine with different techniques and make a s’more. Meet captive Archery Camp for a full day of adventure. $113. #5SCT5700 animals and search for wild critters. Make friends and practice July 27–30, Monday–Thursday communicating your needs during safe, fun, off-trail adventures 9 AM–Noon away from the comforts of home. Campers must be able to demonstrate self-care skills without assistance, independently follow adult direction and safety rules, and show readiness for large group participation, including remaining with the group at all times. Co-taught with Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) educators. For guideline information and to learn about AuSM, visit ausm.org. $115. #5LNC5215 July 14–17, Tuesday–Friday 9 AM–Noon

4 2020 Summer Camps Guide GATEWAY THINGS TO DO BEFORE I GROW UP formerly Ages 6–8 Make a mud pie, cook over a campfire and hunt REGIONAL PARK Coon Rapids Dam for bugs. Try rock climbing and an optional bike adventure BROOKLYN PARK Regional Park (training wheels and balance bikes welcome) while checking adventures off the before-you-grow-up bucket list found at *Extended care is available for the camps indicated; 50things.org.uk. $282. #5MIS1730 drop-off begins at 8:30 AM and pick-up ends at 5 PM. August 10–14, Monday–Friday* 9 AM–3 PM CATCH ME IF YOU CAN *Extended care available for $25. Ages 4–6 Experience the thrill of hunt and chase while looking for critters. Explore habitats and learn how to safely catch, hold WILDLIFE ADVENTURES and release animals living in the park. $87. #5MIS1515 Ages 6–10 See how many types of animals you can catch, June 10–12, Wednesday–Friday from small mammals and insects to fish and frogs. Explore 9 AM–Noon what lives in and around the and meet captive animals. Combine with Beginning Fishing for five days of fun. CREATE AND CONSTRUCT $170. #5MIS1715 Ages 4–6 Calling all creative kids! Use natural materials and June 15–17, Monday–Wednesday* simple tools to build forts, bridges, fairy villages and more. Your August 19–21, Wednesday–Friday* only limitation is your imagination! Combine with Backyard 9 AM–3 PM Bugs for a full week of experiences. $87. #5MIS1605 *Extended care available for $15. July 13–15, Monday–Wednesday 9 AM–Noon BEGINNING FISHING Ages 6–10 Toss a line into the Mississippi River and a pond BACKYARD BUGS and see what you catch. Hunt for bait, learn how to use fishing Ages 4–6 Learn about insects through movement and games. equipment, practice casting and play games. No experience Catch bugs on land and in the water and watch them move. needed. Combine with Wildlife Adventures for five days of fun. Meet live animals and make treasures to take home. Combine $113. #5MIS5405 with Create and Construct for a full week of experiences. $58. June 18–19, Thursday–Friday* #5MIS1105 August 17–18, Monday–Tuesday* NATURAL ART AND JEWELRY 9 AM–3 PM July 16–17, Thursday–Friday Ages 10–12 Use nature for inspiration while creating jewelry *Extended care available for $10. 9 AM–Noon and other unique art. Experiment with burning, lapidary (rock ) equipment and other tools and techniques. Try MUDDY AND MIGHTY BEST OF SUMMER creation, resin pouring (), wire wrapping and more. Ages 4–6 Get dirty on purpose. Dig in the dirt and sift in the Ages 6–10 Calling all adventurous kids! Explore, play, create $282. #5MIS4610 sand. Explore nature and meet animals that get dirty. Combine and relive some of your favorite camp activities during the June 15–19, Monday–Friday* with Wet and Wild for a week of fun. $58. #5MIS1310 last week of summer. Bring your sense of adventure. $170. 9 AM–3 PM August 3–4, Monday–Tuesday #5MIS1535 *Extended care available for $25. 9 AM–Noon August 31–September 2, Monday–Wednesday* 9 AM–3 PM BUILD, BANG, BOOM *Extended care available for $15. WET AND WILD Ages 10–12 Start July with a bang! Engineer rockets, build Ages 4–6 Explore the shores of the Mississippi River, the pond kites, spark chemical reactions and create science toys that and the creek. Play water games and meet animals that live in DANGEROUS CAMP move or make noise. Investigate the dam and build your own. the water. Combine with Muddy and Mighty for a week of fun. Ages 8–10 Go on adventures through woods, fields and water. Each day includes an engineering challenge, experiments, $87. #5MIS1710 Build forts and fires, and catch fish and frogs. Go on a bike ride, explosions and outdoor explorations. $282. #5MIS1601 August 5–7, Wednesday–Friday learn about animal camouflage and cook over a campfire. Bikes July 6–10, Monday–Friday* 9 AM–Noon and helmets provided. Join us — if you dare! $282. #5MIS6015 9 AM–3 PM June 22–26, Monday–Friday* *Extended care available for $25. FAIRIES, ELVES AND GNOMES 9 AM–3 PM *Extended care available for $25. Ages 6–8 Search for magical creatures to learn their secrets, ADVENTURE CAMP tricks and treasures. Explore the park to find their homes and Ages 10–12 Practice archery and survival skills, down the the plants and animals they call their neighbors. Arrive dressed ANIMAL CARE Mississippi River on inflatable rafts and canoe on a lake. Explore as a fairy, elf or gnome if you wish. Combine with Mermaids Ages 8–10 Learn how to safely handle and care for captive areas surrounding the park on bikes and try your luck at fishing. in the Mississippi for a whole week of enchanted adventures. reptiles, fish, amphibians and more. Explore all aspects of Equipment provided. $282. #5MIS6000 $170. #5MIS1505 their care, from feeding and cleaning to providing enrichment. July 27–31, Monday–Friday* July 20–22, Monday–Wednesday* Explore the park and create temporary homes for insects, 9 AM–3 PM 9 AM–3 PM crayfish and other critters you find. Combine with Campfire *Extended care available for $25. *Extended care available for $15. Cooking for a full week of fun. $170. #5MIS1545 July 13–15, Monday–Wednesday* CAMPER VS. WILD 9 AM–3 PM MERMAIDS IN THE MISSISSIPPI Ages 10–12 Are you ready to take on the wild? Work as a *Extended care available for $15. Ages 6–8 Discover whether there are mermaids and mermen team to make the best choices possible in the wilderness. in the Mississippi River. Search for clues along the beaches and Learn useful survival skills like how to eat, drink and stay warm. shoreline, explore watery worlds for treasures and make magical CAMPFIRE COOKING Traverse remote areas of the park and find out who is in charge: natural art. Combine with Fairies, Elves and Gnomes for a whole Ages 8–10 Discover the fine art of campfire cooking. Learn the campers or the wild. $282. #5MIS5205 week of enchanted adventures. $113. #5MIS1520 fire building skills, explore techniques for cooking outdoors, August 10–14, Monday–Friday* July 23–24, Thursday–Friday* search for wild edibles and create your own recipe. Feast on 9 AM–3 PM 9 AM–3 PM meals (such as breakfast taquitos), snacks and desserts you *Extended care available for $25. *Extended care available for $10. make. Combine with Animal Care for a full week of fun. $113. #5MIS5200 EXTREME FISHING: RIVER SERIES July 16–17, Thursday–Friday* Ages 10–15 Learn about unique river fish like gar and drum. 9 AM–3 PM Hunt for river critters to use as bait for catfish, carp, bass and *Extended care available for $10. other large fish. Drop a line from shore and while wading, and take a raft down river to find secret fishing spots. Explore methods and watch demonstrations by professionals in the fishing industry. Equipment provided. $295. #5REC5408 August 3–6, Monday–Thursday 9 AM–4 PM

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! Ages 12–15 Try acting, directing, cinematography and script writing while making short nature films in various cinematic styles. End the week with a showing of your movies on the big screen. Combine with Pedal Camp for a full week of fun. $170. #5MIS4400 June 22–24, Monday–Wednesday* 9 AM–3 PM *Extended care available for $15.

PEDAL CAMP Ages 12–15 Enjoy a bike ride along the mighty Mississippi River. Learn basic bike maintenance and safety skills. Explore off- road trails on a fat bike. Bikes and helmets provided. Combine with Lights, Camera, Action! Camp for a full week of fun. $113. #5MIS5100 June 25–26, Thursday–Friday* 9 AM–3 PM *Extended care available for $10.

QUEST CAMP Ages 12–15 Discover new ways to be adventurous while gaining team building and leadership skills. Try rock climbing, slacklining, river fishing, fat biking, geocaching, rafting and archery. Equipment provided. $282. #5MIS6025 July 6–10, Monday–Friday* 9 AM–3 PM *Extended care available for $25.

Reservations required; see page 12. 5 CREEK PARK RESERVE SUPERHERO CAMP EXPLOSION CAMP Ages 6–9 Calling all heroes: Giant vines and strange trees are Ages 9–12 Discover what wild cucumbers, dragonfly nymphs CHAMPLIN/DAYTON/MAPLE GROVE taking over the park! Help figure out who planted the magic and fireflies teach us about the principles of explosion. Work seeds. Join the superhero league and get tips from human and up to bigger and better booms and determine the best mints- ARCHERY RANGE animal agents on how to save Elm Creek Park Reserve. Design to-soda ratio, blow stuff up in a science microwave, launch a a superhero cape, meet animals and become a secret agent. water rocket 100 feet into the air and more! Explore the field of This is a great sibling camp, divided into smaller groups by age. biomimicry and how studying nature has led to new inventions. ARCHERY CAMP $226. #5ENC1510 $123. #5ENC1605 Ages 9–13 Shoot a compound bow, learn range safety and August 4–7, Tuesday–Friday August 18–19, Tuesday–Wednesday develop proper technique. Get tips to shoot proficiently from 9 AM–3 PM August 20–21, Thursday–Friday varying distances and an elevated platform. Discover primitive 9 AM–3 PM hunting techniques and challenge yourself with shooting games. Equipment provided. $113. #5REC5000 FAIRY FANTASTICAL ADVENTURE August 3–6, Monday–Thursday Ages 6–9 Frolic in the enchanted forest and hunt for your OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SKILLS FOR TEENS ON August 17–20, Monday–Thursday sparkling wand. Search for dazzling dragonflies, water nymphs THE AUTISM SPECTRUM 9 AM–Noon and other fairy-sized creatures. Leave a message in a magical Ages 13–18 Explore the forest, pond and prairie! Build a mailbox and design a fairy house. $116. #5ENC1100 survival shelter with other campers. Start a fire using different August 11–14, Tuesday–Friday techniques and make a s’more. Gain skills to navigate, overcome EASTMAN NATURE CENTER 9 AM–Noon or 1–4 PM obstacles in the forest and meet captive animals. Make friends and practice communicating your needs during safe, off-trail TAKE A GROWN-UP TO CAMP BEST OF SUMMER adventures away from the comforts of home. Campers must Ages 3–5 Explore nature side-by-side with your child. Catch Ages 6–9 Relive the favorite summer camp activities of 2020. be able to demonstrate self-care skills without assistance, bugs with a net and create a pond kit to take home. Follow Pond dip, prairie sweep, hike favorite trails, create favorite crafts independently follow adult direction and safety rules, and show your senses through the woods and search for hidden creatures and play popular games. $226. #5ENC1715 readiness for large group participation, including remaining under logs. Create a treasure box and natural photo frame with August 18–21, Tuesday–Friday with the group at all times. Co-taught with Autism Society of a picture of you and your camper. Meet captive animals and 9 AM–3 PM Minnesota (AuSM) educators. For guideline information and to watch them eat. $105/adult-child pair; $72/additional child. learn about AuSM, visit ausm.org. $115. #5ENC5205 #5ENC1700 TURTLE TRACKERS July 21–24, Tuesday–Friday August 5–7, Wednesday–Friday Ages 7–10 Meet turtles that live around Eastman and explore 9 AM–Noon 9–11:30 AM their homes. Use radio tracking equipment to learn how turtles are researched and use iPods to record their locations. Play RECREATION AREA NATURE PLAY games, collect food to feed captive turtles and learn how to Ages 4–6 Go off trail and get dirty exploring nature. Build protect these reptiles. $56. #5ENC1525 forts and bridges, play in the mud kitchen and dig for worms. June 24–25, Wednesday–Thursday BIKE CAMP Create nature art, paint kindness rocks and play prairie 9 AM–Noon Ages 10–14 Explore parks and trails by bike. Adventure from hide-and-seek. $87. #5ENC1725 park to park, and learn bike handling skills and basic rules of June 24–26, Wednesday–Friday HISTORY MYSTERY the trail. Go for a swim to cool off. Campers must provide own multi-geared bike and helmet. $170. #5REC5105 9 AM–Noon Ages 7–10 Visitors from the past have arrived at Eastman July 20–22, Monday–Wednesday Nature Center and are unable to return to the 1800s! Learn 9 AM–3 PM PUPPET PALOOZA skills of the past and important history of the land to unlock a Ages 4–6 Watch a puppet show and hike outside to find the portal code to help them return to their time. $113. #5ENC2505 stars of the show. Play games and meet captive animals. Design July 7–8, Tuesday–Wednesday SINGLETRACK TRAIL and make simple puppets to take home. $58. #5ENC1530 9 AM–3 PM July 7–8, Tuesday–Wednesday MOUNTAIN BIKE 9 AM–Noon FORTS, FIRE AND FUN Ages 10–15 Discover the basics of blazing singletrack riding. Ages 7–12 Learn how to survive in the woods. Practice fire- Explore the importance of balance, reading trails, proper riding WILD CRITTERS starting techniques and build an emergency shelter. Navigate position and technique while mountain biking. Campers must Ages 4–6 Learn about animals that call Minnesota home. through the forest and discover how to overcome obstacles bring their own mountain bike and helmet each day. $113. Create a creature power suit to help you act like a wild animal in your path. Practice camouflage and your sneak-technique, #5REC5100 and earn creature power discs. Discover special powers that and test your new skills in off-trail games. This is a great sibling July 6–9, Monday–Thursday help wild animals survive through games, activities and a camp, divided into smaller groups by age. $226. #5ENC5200 9 AM–Noon creature challenge. $116. #5ENC1500 July 14–17, Tuesday–Friday July 28–31, Tuesday–Friday 9 AM–3 PM 9 AM–Noon or 1–4 PM BIKING AND ENGINEERING NATURE EXPLORERS Ages 9–12 Explore scenic bike trails and secluded spaces. Ages 4–9 Search for natural wonders in the pond, prairie and Learn basic bike care and safety, and find solutions to forest. Dig for worms and scoop for pond critters. Observe wild engineering challenges with other campers. Bike up to 12 and captive animals, catch insects with nets, and hike through miles daily to adventures like archery, swimming and exploring the woods and fields. This is a great sibling camp, divided into the Mississippi River. Campers must bring their own helmet smaller groups by age. $169. #5ENC1705 and multi-geared bike to camp; Friday pick-up is at Mississippi June 10–12, Wednesday–Friday Gateway Regional Park. $226. #5ENC5100 9 AM–3 PM June 16–19, Tuesday–Friday 9 AM–3 PM OUTDOOR SCIENCE LAB Ages 6–9 Recipe for fun: Start with excited kids, add some NATURE INVESTIGATIONS laughter and mix with a dash of this and that. Explore outdoors Ages 9–12 Calling all scientists! Explore various habitats and see how things react in nature. Create concoctions and through studies you develop and design experiments based be prepared for things to ooze, bubble, explode and fly! $226. on your questions and hypotheses. Investigate pond life, #5ENC1600 dragonflies and monarch caterpillars and butterflies. Showcase July 21–24, Tuesday–Friday your findings during a gallery walk for family and friends on the 9 AM–3 PM final day. $170. #5ENC1610 June 29–July 1, Monday–Wednesday 9 AM–3 PM

6 2020 Summer Camps Guide FISH LAKE REGIONAL PARK FRENCH REGIONAL PARK FARM ADVENTURES Ages 6–7 Explore the farm. Venture through gardens, meet MAPLE GROVE PLYMOUTH the animals, make snacks and hike through pastures. Learn through farm activities and crafts. $174. #5GAL2405 TINY ANGLERS MEDICINE LAKE YOUTH SAILING June 23–25, Tuesday–Thursday Ages 4–6 Play games and learn about Minnesota fish species Ages 8–18 Northern Breezes Youth Sailing Foundation offers July 14–16, Tuesday–Thursday and how to safely use fishing equipment. $116. #5REC5410 fun, basic sailing courses in a youth day camp environment. July 28–30, Tuesday–Thursday August 17–20, Monday–Thursday Instructors are certified by the American Sailing Association. August 4–6, Tuesday–Thursday 9 AM–Noon Camps are either half day or full day in nine weekly sessions at 9 AM–3 PM four levels depending on skill, age and size. CAMPTASTIC Register: northernbreezesyouthsailingfoundation.org LIVELY LIVESTOCK CAMP Ages 6–9 Try fantastic summer adventures such as log rolling, June 8–August 14, Monday–Friday Ages 7–9 Meet and care for the animals at Gale Woods Farm. rock climbing and slacklining. Complete each day with a silly 9 AM–4 PM Learn their daily needs, assist with livestock chores and explore game or activity. $113. #5REC6000 the farm. $174. #5GAL1510 June 23–26, Tuesday–Friday EXTREME FISHING June 29–July 1, Monday–Wednesday August 31–September 3, Monday–Thursday Ages 9–13 Take your fishing to the next level. Travel to August 17–19, Monday–Wednesday 9 AM–Noon different lakes fishing for bass, pan fish, northern pike, walleye 9 AM–3 PM and carp. Fish from different watercrafts, learn strategies, AWESOME OUTDOORS make bait and test new equipment. Explore methods and FARM EXPLORERS Ages 6–9 Try stand-up paddleboarding, log rolling, archery, watch demonstrations by professionals in the fishing industry. Ages 7–9 Become a farmer at Gale Woods. Feed farm animals rock climbing, shelter-building, geocaching and other awesome Equipment provided. $295. #5REC5405 and explore the pastures. Tend to the vegetable and flower outdoor adventures. $232. #5REC6030 June 23–26, Tuesday–Friday gardens, and harvest and cook with farm produce. Make June 29–July 2, Monday–Thursday 9 AM–4 PM crafts using a variety of resources found at the farm. $226. July 27–30, Monday–Thursday #5GAL2410 9 AM–3 PM ADAPTED RECREATION July 7–10, Tuesday–Friday Ages 9–15 Explore the park while using paddle equipment, July 21–24, Tuesday–Friday HOOKED ON FISHING mountain bikes and more. Try archery and other camp activities, August 18–21, Tuesday–Friday Ages 7–9 Learn about equipment and how to safely handle a and learn how to participate in future adapted programs. All 9 AM–3 PM pole and fish. Identify Minnesota fish, learn about their lifecycle equipment provided. $57. #5REC6040 and habitat, play games and more. $226. #5REC5400 9 AM–1 PM VET SKILLS August 24–27 Monday–Thursday For Children with Physical Disabilities Ages 9–11 Discover how to care for animals. Learn how to 9 AM–3 PM August 10–11, Monday–Tuesday perform physical examinations and how farmers keep the For Children with Cognitive Disabilities animals healthy. Provide daily care and grooming for an animal EXTREME FISHING August 12–13, Wednesday–Thursday with a team of other campers. Explore the farm and park. $282. Ages 9–13 Take your fishing to the next level. Travel to #5GAL1500 different lakes fishing for bass, pan fish, northern pike, walleye EXTREME ADVENTURE FOR GIRLS June 22–26, Monday–Friday July 13–17, Monday–Friday and carp. Fish from different watercrafts, learn strategies, Ages 12–16 Refine your archery skills on a walk-through July 27–31, Monday–Friday make bait and test new equipment. Explore methods and course and during a competition. Challenge yourself with stand- 9 AM–3 PM watch demonstrations by professionals in the fishing industry. up paddleboard Olympics, explore the Mississippi River on a Equipment provided. $295. #5REC5405 flatwater rafting trip, and go on a rock climbing adventure with July 27–30, Monday–Thursday REI. Transportation to activity destinations provided. Make-up FARM QUEST August 31–September 3, Monday–Thursday date is Friday, July 17 if any of the days are cancelled due to Ages 9–11 A new quest awaits! Get knowledge about caring 9 AM–4 PM weather. $350. #5REC6011 for farm animals, gardens and nature. Help with animal chores, July 13–16 work in the garden, cook a farm-fresh snack and make crafts ADVENTURE CAMP 9 AM–4 PM, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday with farm-related products. $226. #5GAL2430 Ages 9–14 Explore the best activities in the parks. Try stand-up 8 AM–4 PM, Wednesday July 7–10, Tuesday–Friday paddleboarding, archery, slacklining, log rolling, rock climbing, July 21–24, Tuesday–Friday fishing, geocaching and canoeing. Enjoy new adventures while MEDICINE LAKE YOUTH KEELBOAT August 18–21, Tuesday–Friday 9 AM–3 PM making new friends. $226. #5REC6010 Ages 14–18 Northern Breezes Youth Sailing Foundation offers 9 AM–3 PM camps for learning the skills of keelboat and spinnaker sailing. For Girls Motivated teenagers learn to sail confidently and safely on FIELD TO FORK July 6–9, Monday–Thursday 20-foot keelboats. Camps are either half day or full day in nine Ages 9–11 Explore the field-to-fork connection through the lens of land stewardship. Participate in hands-on cooking For Boys weekly sessions. activities, such as making pizzas in a cob oven, while learning July 20–23, Monday–Thursday Register: northernbreezesyouthsailingfoundation.org June 8–August 14, Monday–Friday how to grow your own food and exploring the gardens and 9 AM–4 PM pastures. $226. #5GAL3100 PADDLE PALOOZA August 25–28, Tuesday–Friday Ages 10–15 Spend your days on and in the water! Build 9 AM–3 PM skills, go on expeditions and play games while stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, log rolling and canoeing. No GALE WOODS FARM FARM AND WILDERNESS previous experience required. $113. #5REC5700 MINNETRISTA Ages 10–12 The natural world is our oldest and most gifted July 13–16, Monday–Thursday teacher. Farm life is full of hidden lessons connecting us to 9 AM–Noon FARM DISCOVERIES the land. Participate in farm chores and animal care while experiencing the wild areas of Gale Woods. Navigate trails, EXTREME FISHING II Ages 4–5 Get an introduction to life on the farm. Find tasty treats in the garden, make your own snacks, meet the animals prepare a farm-fresh supper and enjoy a campfire Thursday Ages 10–15 Fishing requires different techniques if you’re on a and hike through pastures. Learn through stories, songs and night. Learn valuable leadership skills and advance your respect lake, river or stream. Learn how to read various waterbodies and crafts. Designed for preschool-aged children who have not for nature. $273. #5GAL2420 test your skills to see if you can land the big one. Use several entered kindergarten. $73. #5GAL2400 August 10–13 watercrafts and technologies while attempting to catch the June 23–25, Tuesday–Thursday 9 AM–3 PM, Monday–Wednesday elusive muskellunge, walleye, northern pike and bass. Extreme July 14–16, Tuesday–Thursday 9 AM–8 PM, Thursday Fishing or comparable is recommended as a prerequisite. $295. August 4–6, Tuesday–Thursday #5REC5406 August 25–27, Tuesday–Thursday HOOVES AND HALTERS July 13–16, Monday–Thursday 9–11:30 AM or 12:30–3 PM Ages 10–13 What does it take to get a chicken, sheep or calf 9 AM–4 PM ready to show at a fair? Learn how to care for, select, train, groom and show animals. Train your own chicken and lamb, and work in pairs to train a calf. $254. #5GAL1505 June 29–July 2 August 3–6 9 AM–3 PM, Monday–Wednesday 9 AM–6 PM, Thursday

BIKE CAMP Ages 10–14 Explore parks and trails by bike. Adventure from park to park, and learn bike handling skills and basic rules of the trail. Go for a swim to cool off. Campers must provide own multi-geared bike and helmet. Campers spend time at Carver Park Reserve and Gale Woods Farm. $170. #5REC5105 August 24–26, Monday–Wednesday 9 AM–3 PM

FARMERS IN TRAINING (FIT) Ages 10–15 Work alongside farmers to learn tricks of the trade and gain valuable life skills. Help with daily animal and garden chores, moving animals, setting up fences and more. Make farm-fresh snacks using produce from the garden. Learn how to be a strong leader and get a behind-the-scenes look at work on the farm. $198. #5GAL2425 July 6–8, Monday–Wednesday July 20–22, Monday–Wednesday 8 AM–3 PM

Reservations required; see page 12. 7 JUNIOR MINNESOTAN Ages 6–8 or 9–13 You betcha! Agates, loons, lakes and lumberjacks all are special to the identity of Minnesota. Hone your skills and embrace all our North Star State has to offer. Learn about our state’s folklore, legends and history while spending time playing outside. Designed for children who have completed kindergarten. $230. #5RNC1531 August 18–21, Tuesday–Friday 9 AM–3 PM

RANGER SURVIVAL SCHOOL Ages 9–13 Who saves the day when someone is lost in the woods? Park rangers! Learn outdoor survival skills from the adventurous professionals who protect the parks and keep us safe. Practice search-and-rescue and wilderness first aid scenarios. Meet first responders, observe patrol vehicles and off-road rescue equipment up close, and learn personal safety tactics. Discover outdoor skills such as navigation, plant and animal identification, and backcountry fire and shelter building. Try fishing, canoeing and biking through Hyland Lake Park Reserve. Co-taught with the Public Safety Department of Three Rivers Parks. $230. #5RNC5200 June 9–12, Tuesday–Friday 9 AM–3 PM

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SWIMMING LESSONS Ages 3+ Learn how to swim or build on existing skills. Instructors are lifeguards certified through the American Red Cross to teach swim lessons. Students and family members in MARIPOSA: MYSTERIES OF THE their household receive a $3 discount on 2020 season swim HYLAND LAKE PARK RESERVE pond wristbands. $58. BLOOMINGTON MONARCH CAMP June 16–25 —Tuesday–Thursday Ages 4–5 Discover the mysteries of the monarch butterfly and July 7–16 —Tuesday–Thursday its migration. Catch and tag monarchs before they migrate to July 21–30 —Tuesday–Thursday RECREATION AREA Mexico. Search in the prairie for insects, play games and make monarch crafts. Designed for children who have not entered Little Swimmers HOOKED ON FISHING kindergarten. $75. #5RNC1100 Ages 3–4 Learn personal water safety and basic swimming competency. Additional skills and stroke technique will be Ages 7–9 Learn about equipment and how to safely handle a August 11–13, Tuesday–Thursday taught to those who master the fundamentals. No experience pole and fish. Identify Minnesota fish, learn about their lifecycle 9:30 AM–Noon necessary. #7MIN6049 and habitat, play games and more. $226. #5REC5400 11:30 AM–Noon June 23–26, Tuesday–Friday BALANCE, JUMP AND CLIMB IN NATURE 9 AM–3 PM Ages 4–5 Practice motor skills through nature play! Balance on Level 1 – Introduction to Water Skills logs, jump in puddles and climb over rocks. Meet animals that Ages 5+ Learn water safety and basic swimming techniques EXTREME FISHING crawl, hop and slither. Learn all about movement by exploring such as how to enter and exit the water, glide, float, roll, tread Ages 9–13 Take your fishing to the next level. Travel to the forest, ponds and prairie. Designed for children who have water and more. Practice blowing bubbles, opening your eyes different lakes fishing for bass, pan fish, northern pike, walleye not entered kindergarten. $75. #5RNC1730 and retrieving submerged objects under water. No experience and carp. Fish from different watercrafts, learn strategies, August 25–27, Tuesday–Thursday necessary. #7MIN6050 make bait and test new equipment. Explore methods and 9:30 AM–Noon 10:45–11:25 AM or 5:30–6:10 PM watch demonstrations by professionals in the fishing industry. Level 2 – Fundamentals of Aquatic Skills Equipment provided. $295. #5REC5405 FORTS, FIRES AND FISHING Ages 5+ Learn how to fully submerge and hold your breath, August 17–20, Monday–Thursday Ages 6–8 Test your survival skills with memorable adventures. change direction of travel and more. Practice front, jellyfish and 9 AM–4 PM Work as a team to build shelters, start a fire and cook food over an open campfire. Search for wildlife, play games using tuck floats. Successful demonstration of Level 1 skills required. camouflage and try your luck at fishing. Designed for children #7MIN6051 RICHARDSON NATURE CENTER who have completed kindergarten. $230. #5RNC5205 10:45–11:25 AM or 5:30–6:10 PM June 23–26, Tuesday–Friday Level 3 – Stroke Development LITTLE MINNESOTAN 9 AM–3 PM Ages 5+ Practice headfirst entries, rotary breathing, survival Ages 4–5 Uff-da! Uncover what makes Minnesota so great. float, how to change from a vertical to horizontal position Discover our state’s folklore and imagine what it would be like THE ART OF NATURE and more. Strokes covered include front crawl, back crawl and to be Paul Bunyan living in the forest. Make a mud “hot dish” Ages 6–8 Grow as an artist and use nature as inspiration. elementary backstroke, as well as flutter, scissor, dolphin and and master your skills at Duck, Duck, Gray Duck. Explore state Create art using natural materials and work with others on breaststroke kicks on your front. Successful demonstration of symbols through song, art and outdoor discovery. Designed for projects. Experiment with painting, drawing, mixed media and Level 2 skills required. #7MIN6052 children who have not entered kindergarten. $98. #5RNC1530 nature printing. Show off your creations to family and friends 10:45–11:25 AM or 5:30–6:10 PM June 16–19, Tuesday–Friday at an art exhibition on the last day. Designed for children who 9:30 AM–Noon have completed kindergarten. $182. #5RNC4605 Level 4 – Stroke Improvement July 7–9, Tuesday–Thursday Ages 5+ Learn how to do a feet-first surface dive, swim MARVELOUS MAMMALS OF MINNESOTA 9 AM–3 PM underwater, tread water using different kicks and more. Strokes Ages 4–5 Play games and make crafts while discovering fun covered include front crawl and backstroke open turns; front facts about Minnesota mammals. Search for wildlife and clues CURIOUS NATURE COLLECTORS and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly; and flutter and dolphin kicks on your back. they leave behind in the forest, prairie, and pond. Designed for Ages 6–8 Hunt for and collect treasures like rocks, turkey Successful demonstration of Level 3 skills required. #7MIN6053 children who have not entered kindergarten. $75. #5RNC1555 feathers, acorns and more. Learn about nature collecting and 11:30 AM–12:10 PM June 30–July 2, Tuesday–Thursday the ethics involved in creating your own collection. Decorate 9:30 AM–Noon a shoebox-sized cardboard box brought from home and keep Level 5 – Stroke Refinement the treasures you find. Combine with Slimy and Grimy for four Ages 5+ Learn shallow-angle, tuck and pike surface dives. SUN + RAIN = RAINBOWS days of discovery. Designed for children who have completed Practice flipping while swimming, sculling and more. Refine Ages 4–5 Use your senses and simple tools to explore the kindergarten. $115. #5RNC1720 your front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, weather around us. Listen for wind in the prairie and test wind July 21–22, Tuesday–Wednesday sidestroke and butterfly. Successful demonstration of Level 4 speed with a pinwheel. Hike to find the best cloud-viewing 9 AM–3 PM skills required. #7MIN6054 locations. Create a rainstorm using your hands and instruments. 11:30 AM–12:10 PM Make rainbow crafts, decorate an umbrella and make a cloud SLIMY AND GRIMY Level 6 – Fitness Swimmer finder to take home. Designed for children who have not Ages 6–8 Hunt for slimy slugs, make mud pies, feel a slippery Ages 5+ Increase endurance while swimming 100-yard front entered kindergarten. $98. #5RNC1600 salamander and squish in pond muck. Search for frogs, toads, and back crawl and 50-yard butterfly, elementary backstroke, July 14–17, Tuesday–Friday jelly fungus and other slimy things. Make messy art projects, breaststroke and sidestroke. Practice stroke turns, discuss 9:30 AM–Noon play nature games and get slimy and grimy. Combine with etiquette and learn how to use various equipment. Successful Curious Nature Collectors for four days of fun. Designed for demonstration of Level 5 skills required. #7MIN6055 MUDDY AND MESSY children who have completed kindergarten. $115. #5RNC1725 11:30 AM–12:10 PM Ages 4–5 Get muddy and messy through games, crafts July 23–24, Thursday–Friday and outdoor adventures! Squish in the pond muck, catch 9 AM–3 PM pond critters and make mud pies. Hunt for slimy slugs and slippery worms. Meet captive reptiles and amphibians up close. RAPTORS: HUNTERS OF THE SKY Designed for children who have not entered kindergarten. Ages 6–8 or 9–13 Study birds of prey in depth and get up- $75. #5RNC1535 close with owls, eagles, falcons, hawks and vultures. Explore July 28–30, Tuesday–Thursday their habitats, discuss their behaviors and meet captive raptors 9:30 AM–Noon that live at Richardson. Spend time at The Raptor Center and learn how injured birds are rehabilitated, trained and released back into the wild. Transportation to The Raptor Center provided. Designed for children who have completed kindergarten. $230. #5RNC1526 August 3–6, Monday–Thursday 9 AM–3 PM

8 2020 Summer Camps Guide FORTS AND HIDEOUTS Ages 6–9 Construct forts with branches, leaves, tarps and rope. Learn basic fire-building skills. Play hide-and-seek and camouflage games to challenge your observation skills while discovering animal homes and habitats. Designed for children who have completed kindergarten. $155. #5LNC5201 June 17–19, Wednesday–Friday July 8–10, Wednesday–Friday 9:30 AM–3 PM

SURVIVOR CAMP Ages 8–11 Discover the skills needed to survive in nature and the amazing adaptations animals have to survive. Make a shelter and challenge yourself to build a fire to boil water. Learn to tie knots, gather wild edibles, and play at the beach. Play a camouflage game, find your way with a compass and map, and use a GPS. Make handmade fishing poles and test your fishing skills. $206. #5LNC5211 July 14–17, Tuesday–Friday 9:30 AM–3 PM

EXTREME FISHING II Ages 10–15 Fishing requires different techniques if you’re on a lake, river or stream. Learn how to read various waterbodies and test your skills to see if you can land the big one. Use several watercrafts and technologies while attempting to catch the elusive muskellunge, walleye, northern pike and bass. Extreme Fishing or comparable is recommended as a prerequisite. $295. #5REC5406 July 20–23, Monday–Thursday 9 AM–4 PM SILVERWOOD PARK FULL STEAM AHEAD Ages 8–12 Answer the call of curiosity while exploring science, ST. ANTHONY technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Design projects to solve exciting challenges of the natural world such MURPHY-HANREHAN CAMP DOODLEBUGS: FANTASY CREATURES as wind power and numeric patterns like the Fibonacci PARK RESERVE OF MINNESOTA sequence. $120. #5SIL1600 June 22–25, Monday–Thursday SAVAGE Ages 4–6 Learn about fantastic creatures that Minnesotans once believed lived in the north woods and discover the real 9 AM–Noon IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SCOTT COUNTY creatures they probably saw. Make puppets based on the natural world, tall tales and folklore. End the week with a final DIGGING IN CLAY: WHEEL THROWING MOUNTAIN BIKE performance for family and friends. $80. #5SIL4400 Ages 8–12 Explore the potter’s wheel while learning to center, Ages 10–15 Discover the basics of blazing singletrack riding. June 8–11, Monday–Thursday open and shape clay, and create basic forms like bowls and Explore the importance of balance, reading trails, proper riding 10 AM–Noon cups. Head outdoors with a naturalist and unearth cycles and position and technique while mountain biking. Campers must patterns in the park. $150. #5SIL4005 bring their own bike and helmet each day. $113. #5SCT5100 CAMP DOODLEBUGS: BIRDS OF A FEATHER July 6–9, Monday–Thursday June 29–July 2, Monday–Thursday Ages 4–6 Venture out to search for birds that call Silverwood 9 AM–Noon 9 AM–Noon home and create art projects on what you discover. Explore July 20–23, Monday–Thursday what different feathered friends eat, how they move and the 1–4 PM sounds they make. $80. #5SIL4601 July 6–9, Monday–Thursday ZOOM IN ON NATURE 10 AM–Noon Ages 8–12 Discover plants and animals from behind the lens. Learn how to use a digital camera and play with light, color and DIGGING IN CLAY: WHAT IN THE WORLD? composition. Try alternative photography techniques and make Ages 6–10 We learn by asking questions and searching for a photo album to share your best shots. Camera provided. $120. answers. Put on your thinking cap, activate your five senses #5SIL4200 to discover the wonders of the park and create clay projects July 20–23, Monday–Thursday inspired by your findings. Roll up your sleeves and learn basic 9 AM–Noon handbuilding skills, including how to roll coils and slabs. $150. #5SIL4015 THE ART OF SURVIVAL June 8–11, Monday–Thursday Ages 8–12 Learn what it takes to rough it out in the wild 9 AM–Noon Midwest. Practice identifying plants, starting fires, building shelters, canoeing and more. Create nature-inspired art projects NATURE’S PROTECTORS using a variety of mediums. $120. #5SIL4635 Ages 6–10 Defend , forests, and lakes while guided August 3–6, Monday–Thursday by an artist, naturalist and your imagination. Learn how to stilt 1–4 PM walk, be a superhero, and defend the earth from evil forces. Uncover the saga at Silverwood with art making and outdoor recreation skills. $120. #5SIL4615 June 22–25, Monday–Thursday 1–4 PM

Reservations required; see page 12. 9 ARCHERY CAMP Ages 9–13 Shoot a compound bow, learn range safety and develop proper technique. Get tips to shoot proficiently from varying distances and an elevated platform. Discover primitive hunting techniques and challenge yourself with shooting games. Equipment provided. $113. #5SCT5000 August 24–27, Monday–Thursday 9 AM–Noon

ADVANCED LITTLE HOUSE ON THE RIVER Ages 10–15 Experience Laura’s life as she prepares for adulthood. Learn to work the farm and garden, and cook a meal on a wood-burning stove. Apprentice in the dressmaker’s shop and sew a project. Take the test to become a teacher while attending your last years at the one-room schoolhouse. Go into town and make social calls on friends. $160. #5LAN2516 June 16–18, Tuesday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM

CIVIL WAR Ages 10–15 Experience soldier life firsthand as a new recruit during the Civil War and explore life back on the home front. Participate in farm life, rope making, the one-room schoolhouse, military , marching and camp life. Learn about Minnesota’s role in the Civil War and participate in a simulated skirmish. $160. #5LAN2505 June 16–18, Tuesday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM

KID VS. WILD: ADVANCED SKILLS Ages 10–15 Explore the 19th-century wilderness and what life was like for early Minnesota explorers. Learn how to tie knots to build your shelter, start a fire without matches, and search for food and water. Discover advanced skills of map reading and using a . $160. #5LAN2511 July 14–16, Tuesday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM

EAGLE CREEK FINISHING SCHOOL KID VS. WILD Ages 10–15 Enhance your social graces and learn the skills THE LANDING – MINNESOTA needed to enter 19th-century society. Take lessons in dancing Ages 6–12 Explore the 19th-century wilderness and discover and etiquette, and practice ornamental needlework, artistic RIVER HERITAGE PARK what life was like for early Minnesota settlers. Find the perfect drawing and painting. Prepare and enjoy a proper tea party, spot to build a shelter, start a fire using flint and steel and set SHAKOPEE from setting the table to baking gem cakes. $160. #5LAN2560 out in search of food. Practice animal tracking and learn the dos July 28–30, Tuesday–Thursday and don’ts of wild edibles. $160. #5LAN2510 FAMILY TEA PARTY 9:30 AM–3:30 PM Ages 6+ Bring an adult to camp! Play lawn games on the July 14–16, Tuesday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM village green, prepare treats and enjoy a tea party in a Victorian CIRCUS CAMP village. $40/person. #5LAN2535 PAUL BUNYAN Ages 10–15 It’s 1889 and the circus is in town! Run off to July 31, Friday learn how to walk on stilts and a slackline. Raise the big top Ages 8–12 Do you have what it takes to be part of Paul 9:30 AM–3 PM and put on a show. $160. #5LAN2565 Bunyan’s crew? Learn about lumberjacks and trees, saw logs August 4–6, Tuesday–Thursday with crosscut and explore the woods. Try ax throwing, log LITTLE HOUSE ON THE RIVER 9:30 AM–3:30 PM Ages 6–12 Experience log-cabin life in the Big Woods, just like rolling and cooking in the woods. Tell tall tales while learning Laura! Help with farm and garden chores, cook on a wood- about the history of trees and logging in Minnesota. $160. #5LAN2545 EXPLORE YOUR STORY AND FAMILY HISTORY burning stove, practice sewing and attend school in a one- Ages 10–15 Explore how families immigrated to the United room schoolhouse. Play old-fashioned games and explore the August 11–13, Tuesday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3 PM States and how to research your own family’s history. Look outdoors. Take a trip to the General Store, where a note from at family heirlooms and learn how to preserve them. $160. Nellie Olesen awaits. $160. #5LAN2515 WILDERNESS WIT AND WISDOM CAMP #5LAN2555 June 9–11, Tuesday–Thursday August 11–13, Tuesday–Thursday Ages 8–12 Combine old school wisdom with new July 7–9, Tuesday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM August 4–6, Tuesday–Thursday technological wit. Gain survival skills from past and present 9:30 AM–3:30 PM by practicing archery, fishing, outdoor cooking and building shelters. Apply your new skills to find creative solutions for VLOGGING ABOUT HISTORY global concerns. Reservations required. $160. #5LAN6000 Ages 12–18 The Landing is the perfect set for a history film — BUILD A CAMP gather your crew and make a documentary! Plan and direct a Ages 6–12 Build a camp for one, two or three days of history August 18–20, Tuesday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM film as a team, edit what you create, and share with friends and exploration. Discount offered for multiple Build-a-Camp days family to see. $160. #5LAN4400 at The Landing. $37/one day; $70/two days; $97/three days. VOYAGEURS CAMP June 23–25, Tuesday–Thursday #5LAN2500 9:30 AM–3:30 PM 9:30 AM–2 PM Ages 8–15 Paddle into the past and see if you have what it takes to be a voyageur! Explore the ins and outs of the fur One-room Schoolhouse trade, from animal tracking to canoe trekking. Play games and It’s time for class to begin in the 1889 one-room schoolhouse. meet friends at the rendezvous. Gather the furs, get into your Meet the teacher, take lessons using a slate board and soap canoe and paddle home. $160. #5LAN2550 stone, and play with 19th-century toys. July 28–30, Tuesday–Thursday June 23, Tuesday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM July 21, Tuesday August 18, Tuesday Victorian Tea Party Spend the day in a beautiful Victorian village. Prepare treats for a tea party, make crafts and play croquet on the lawn. June 24, Wednesday July 22, Wednesday August 19, Wednesday Day on the Farm Visit farms to help care for animals, collect eggs and work in the gardens. Assist with household chores such as laundry and rug- beating. Enjoy a snack made in an outdoor summer kitchen. June 25, Thursday July 23, Thursday August 20, Thursday

RIVER PIRATES Ages 6–12 Live the life of a river pirate like Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer. Uncover clues and search for treasure as you explore the banks of the Minnesota River. $160. #5LAN2521 July 7–9, Tuesday–Thursday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM

10 2020 Summer Camps Guide sensory-friendly sundays birthday parties at Three Rivers Explore the building, play area and trails during calmer times. Noise A party in Three Rivers Parks is a birthday wish come true! We can cancelling headphones, social narratives and sensory objects available. customize a program to meet your specific needs and interests. Free. Popular themes: • Art-tastic • FootGolf ThreeRiversParks.org/accessibility • Birthdays at the Farm • Near-Wilderness Adventures • Creative Play • Wild Birthday Parties • Mini & Birdie Golf • Outdoor Skill Challenges

Information and Reservations: ThreeRiversParks.org/birthdayparties

summer swimming golf academy lessons Lake Minnetonka Summer golf lessons are Regional Park perfect for golfers of all ages Gain confidence in the water and abilities. Improve your by learning water safety skills and have some fun. and swimming techniques. teen zone It’s as simple as that. Receive a discount on your Looking for a job or internship? Wondering how to get involved in Registration begins February 26. season swim pond wristband. the community? Three Rivers offers tons of opportunities for teens See page 8 for details. ThreeRiversParks.org/ such as the Teen Council, volunteer opportunities, job opportunities, ThreeRiversParks.org/ golfacademy and programs and events. programs ThreeRiversParks.org/teenzone volunteer

nature school Foster your child’s curiosity, imagination and love of the outdoors. Children explore and play outside while practicing collaboration, observation, problem solving and other kindergarten-readiness skills. $275/season. Ages: 4-6. Imagine meeting new people and having fun in the parks! Join the team of volunteers who contribute their time, energy and enthusiasm to bring the wonders of nature to park guests. Mississippi Gateway Regional Park Volunteering is more than sharing your time, it’s creating an experience. See how you can formerly Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park take part. Visit ThreeRiversParks.org/Volunteer or call 763.559.6706. Registration now open for 2019-20; 2020-21 opens in February. ThreeRiversParks.org/natureschool

Reservations required; see page 12. 11 addresses of camp locations Baker Park Reserve Maple Plain/Medina - Baker National Golf Course 2935 Parkview Drive, Medina - Baker Outdoor Learning Center 4001 County Road 24, Medina Bryant Lake Regional Park Eden Prairie 6800 Rowland Road map Carver Park Reserve Victoria - Archery Range 7960 Grimm Road - Lowry Nature Center 7025 Victoria Drive ree M I ar Reserve SS ANOKA Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park IS SI COUNTY New Prague 25875 Avenue PP I R IV E Cleary Lake Regional Park WRIGHT R COUNTY Prior Lake 18106 Texas Avenue roassan ississippi atea ar Reserve Regiona ar Elm Creek Park Reserve formerly oon Rapids a R Champlin/Dayton/Maple Grove E Regiona ar IV R - Archery Range 13387 129th Avenue N, Dayton W O - Eastman Nature Center R C ae Reea HENNEPIN 13351 Elm Creek Road, Dayton ar Reserve COUNTY ort ississippi - Recreation Area is ae age Regiona ar 12400 James Deane Parkway, Maple Grove Regiona ae ae ara - Singletrack Trailhead Regiona ar Regiona iverood ar ar 951 West Hayden Lake Road, Champlin aer ar ar Reserve ren Fish Lake Regional Park Regiona Maple Grove 14900 Bass Lake Road ar oai French Regional Park ar RAMSEY Plymouth 12605 Rockford Road COUNTY ingsood Gale Woods Farm ar oerenerg eoria Minnetrista 7210 County Road 110 West ardens Hyland Lake Park Reserve ig sand ae oods Bloomington ar ae innetona Regiona ar - Hyland Hills Ski Area 8800 Chalet Road aatasso sand en ae o - Richardson Nature Center ratie enter 8737 East Bush Lake Road Lake Minnetonka Regional Park arver rant ae Minnetrista 4610 County Road 44 ar Reserve CARVER Regiona ar and ae COUNTY ar Reserve Mississippi Gateway Regional Park formerly Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park Park District Properties Brooklyn Park 10360 West River Road Regional Trail – Paved e anding Regional Trail – Aggregate Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve innesota Savage 15501 Murphy Lake Road Regional Trail to be Developed River eritage ar Silverwood Park State, Federal or other Regional Trails/Parks DAKOTA pring ae St. Anthony 2500 County Road E Park Entrance COUNTY Regiona ar The Landing Nature Centers/Interpretive Center urp Shakopee 2187 East Highway 101 Downhill Ski and Snowboard Areas anrean ar Reserve Golf Facilities For general information, call 763.559.9000 ear ae Regiona ar

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edar ae ar Regiona ar register online CANCELLATION AND TRANSFER POLICY • Cancellations and transfers made at least 30 days prior to the camp start date are 80% refundable. • Cancellations and transfers made less than 30 days before the camp start date are NOT refundable. VISIT THREERIVERSPARKS.ORG/PROGRAMS CALL 763.559.6700 FOR ASSISTANCE • To create a new account: Click "Need an FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE account?" and complete the requested information. Scholarships are available for program fees. Applications are considered on the basis of financial need • If your account already exists and you don’t know the password: Click "Forgot your password?" to and funds available. For details, call 763.559.6700 or visit ThreeRiversParks.org/Scholarship. receive an email to update your password. ACCESSIBILITY Note: Be sure to include birthdays for everyone you are registering. Staff will work with individuals and groups to accommodate persons with specific needs. Please notify staff of your needs when you register for a program and we will do our best to adapt the program to fit your needs through offering qualified assistants, sign language interpretations and more. With sufficient notice, the Park District will make information available in Braille, audio and large print. Please request services at least 14 days prior to the program date by calling 763.559.6700 (voice) or 763.559.6719 (TTY).

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