1 Full moon walk
Cleary Lake Regional Park, April 18, 7-8:30 p.m.
Join a naturalist for a deep woods experience at night. Steaming cups of hot cocoa are provided afterward. $5. Reservations required; 763-559-6700. More information: www.threeriversparks.org.
2 Women's birds, books and binoculars
Fort Snelling State Park, April 19, 9-11 a.m.
Learn how to use a field guide and binoculars before joining a naturalist for a birding hike. Equipment provided. Registration required; 612-725-2724. More information: www.mndnr.gov.
3 Woodcocks, the skydancers
Elm Creek Park Reserve, April 22, 7:15-9:30 p.m.,
Meet at Eastman Nature Center for a lesson on woodcocks before heading outside to stalk the birds at dusk. Lucky observers will glimpse the male woodcocks in a dazzling aerial performance. $5. Ages 10-plus. Reservations required; 763-559-6700. More information: www.threeriversparks.org.
4 Spring bird hike
Silverwood Park, April 23, 6-7:30 p.m.,
Hike with a naturalist to learn which birds have returned to Minnesota for the season, plus pick up some tips on finding and identifying the species. $5. Ages 16-plus. Reservation required; 763-559-6700. More information: www.threeriversparks.org.
5 Backcountry camping skills
French Regional Park, April 26, 9 a.m.-noon
Get ready for a backcountry camping trip with this hands-on workshop. Topics include trip planning, navigation, setting up camp, starting campfires, gear selection and food storage. $15. Ages 8-plus. Reservations required; 763-559-6700. More information: www.threeriversparks.org.