Do This Now: Editor-selected events at state, regional and local parks

1 Lake Maria Volksmarch

Lake Maria State Park, Oct. 25, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Meet at the park's trail center for a 10-kilometer group hike organized by NorthStar Trail Travelers. Each participant selects a group of hikers to match his or her pace. More information: 763-878-2325 or www.nstt.org.

2 Fall birding for beginners

Fort Snelling State Park, Oct. 25, 10-11:30 a.m.

Meet at the visitor center for a naturalist-led hike and introductory lesson on bird identification. Binoculars and bird guides will be available. Registration required; 612-725-2724. More information: www.mndnr.gov/ptcalendar.

3 Family fall color adventure

Go canoeing on the Mississippi River to see spectacular fall colors. Other delights include spotting bald eagles and navigating small rapids. Previous canoe experience recommended for adults. Equipment provided. $20. Reservation required; 763-559-6700. More information: www.threeriversparks.org.

4 Rivers and people coming together

Fort Snelling State Park, Oct. 26, 1-2 p.m.

Meet at the visitor center for a walking tour and history lesson on the park. Learn about Fort Snelling's Dakota concentration camp, Pike Island, the confluence of the Minnesota and Mississippi Rivers and more. More information: 612-725-2724 or www.mndnr.gov/ptcalendar.

5 Call of the Wild Film Fest