1 Rafting the river
Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, June 21, 9 a.m.-noon
Celebrate the summer solstice with this guided paddle on the Mississippi River. Paddling experience preferred. Participants must be prepared for some lifting. Equipment and shuttle provided. Ages 16-plus. $30. Reservation required; 763-559-6700. More info: www.threeriversparks.org.
2 Paddle with Ranger Judy
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, June 23, 4:30-8:15 p.m.
Explore the Refuge by water. Meet at Thompson Ferry Landing (in Jordan) for a 7-mile guided paddle on the Minnesota River to Chaska Riverside Park. Bring your own canoe or kayak, paddle and life jacket. Shuttle provided. Participants must be prepared to portage around Carver Rapids. More info: 952-858-0731 or www.fws.gov/refuge/minnesota_valley/events.html.
3 Women's bike ride
Gateway State Trail, June 22, 1-3 p.m.