Nature's night lights
Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park
8-9 p.m. Friday
• Discover some of Forestville's natural fireworks: the fireflies. (507-352-5111, mndnr.gov)
Paddleboard family
Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park
1-2:30 p.m. Saturday
• Take a casual paddle around the lake. Listen and watch for wildlife. Children 9 and younger must ride on an adult's board. Cost is $20. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation. (threeriversparks.org)
Bison tours
Blue Mounds State Park
1, 3 and 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• A naturalist with lead a tour in the park's new Prairie Tour Vehicle. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for ages 4-12 in advance at mndnr.gov/reservations. (507-283-6050, mndnr.gov)
Photo scavenger hunt
William O'Brien State Park
6-7:30 p.m. Saturday
• Find and photograph as much of our nature checklist as possible. Cameras available. Prizes awarded. (651-433-0500, mndnr.gov)
Family kayaking
Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park
9-11 a.m. Saturday
• Learn safety skills and proper paddling techniques. Equipment provided. Cost is $20. Call 763-559-6700 to reserve a spot. (threeriversparks.org)
Wildflower hike
Fort Snelling State Park
1-3 p.m. Sunday
• Have you been wondering what's blooming? (612-725-2724, mndnr.gov)
Family fishing
Cleary Lake Regional Park
2-4 p.m. Sunday
• Learn about gear and technique, and try it out. A license is provided for the class. Cost is $6. Call 763-559-6700 to reserve a spot.